Cuckoo's Nest

Cuckoo's Nest Now celebrating 50 Years In Tacos!! Visit us at http://www.cuckoosnest.biz. What's more, it's a place where families love to bring their kids.
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Cuckoo's Nest is a longtime, locally loved restaurant known for our eclectic Mexican, Tex-Mex and Cajun-inspired cuisine in a casual, lively atmosphere. Cuckoo's Nest was opened in 1976, amidst Hurricane Belle, by Jim Fitzpatrick, a young Irish entrepreneur. His friends all thought him, "Cuckoo," for taking on this venture on the Connecticut Shoreline. For over three decades, Fitzpatrick grew his

establishment to boast numerous, "Best Mexican," awards, in state and local magazines. In April of 2013, after 36 years of business, the Cuckoo's Nest was turned over to new owners, Heather Emanuelson and Edmilison Souza. Heather had been serving The Nest for 15 years, starting as a server while Edmilison started at the restaurant as a dishwasher in October 1994. Today, after numerous expansions, the Cuckoo's Nest is composed of unique dining areas on two floors, an outdoor patio and bar, and an intimate indoor bar area. A dedicated and diverse staff of professionals serves as many as 3,500 meals in any given week, and menu items range from favorite Mexican dishes, Cajun and Creole, to unique specialties to please any palate. The decor of the restaurant is rich with antique, farm-worn New England ephemera alongside colorful artifacts from south of the border, creating a surprisingly comfortable – and somewhat cuckoo – ambience. The restaurant has also built a patronage that is similarly eclectic, serving great food and beverages at reasonable prices to people from all walks of life. As original owner, Jim Fitzpatrick, puts it, "This place draws a living library of individuals, including carpenters, teachers, clerks, doctors, lawyers and Indian chiefs." It's not surprising that folks up and down the shoreline, and those just passing through, find the Cuckoo's Nest so worthwhile and lovably cuckoo!

06/17/2026

Come join us this World Cup season for a Messy Margarita made with La Pulga Blanco tequila 😋

Join us today to help support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Eastern CT!💜💜
06/10/2026

Join us today to help support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Eastern CT!
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Join us out on the patio for a beautiful night with fantastic food, and music with T. Ray Taylor! Patio Bar is OPEN!🎶🎶 ...
06/09/2026

Join us out on the patio for a beautiful night with fantastic food, and music with T. Ray Taylor! Patio Bar is OPEN!
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Beat the heat…try our refreshing Agua Frescas!Many flavors available, ask your server.Sip, chill, & enjoy! 🍹
06/08/2026

Beat the heat…try our refreshing Agua Frescas!
Many flavors available, ask your server.
Sip, chill, & enjoy! 🍹

We are thrilled to be a part of helping this amazing cause. Come join us!
06/08/2026

We are thrilled to be a part of helping this amazing cause. Come join us!

Today, most of us know someone or love someone who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Its impact extends far beyond the individuals diagnosed, reaching into the hearts and homes of loved ones.

Walk to End Alzheimers, from our very own Donna Ewers at Graceful Transitions, is doing a Dine & Donate event on Wednesday, June 10th at Cuckoos Nest in Old Saybrook from 12pm-9pm.

Mark your calendars! Thank you for all you do for the community, Donna!

06/05/2026
06/04/2026

🎶The Mediums 🎶TONIGHT! 5:30-8:30. Outside on the patio!
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Live Music outside on the patio kicks off TONIGHT!! Outside bar is open also! Join us!🎶🌮🎶🌮
06/02/2026

Live Music outside on the patio kicks off TONIGHT!! Outside bar is open also! Join us!
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Vote Cuckoo’s Nest Best Latin or Mexican Cuisine! Vote everyday through June 7th! Help us stay On Top for our 50th Year ...
05/29/2026

Vote Cuckoo’s Nest Best Latin or Mexican Cuisine! Vote everyday through June 7th! Help us stay On Top for our 50th Year in Tacos!
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Address

1712 Boston Post Road
Old Saybrook, CT
06475

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+18603998189

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