Raw bar & private chef dining in Old Lyme, Connecticut
Art-colony elegance, river views and salt marshes at dusk.
A raw bar and private chef experience made for Old Lyme
Old Lyme has long drawn artists to its light, marshes and rivers, and the town’s entertaining has a creative, relaxed elegance. Tideline serves Old Lyme, Sound View and the Lieutenant River corridor with polished raw bar and private dinners.
Historic homes, riverfront properties and beach cottages each need slightly different logistics. We plan access carefully so service looks effortless in any setting.
Spring garden parties, summer weddings and autumn dinners inspired by the Florence Griswold Museum’s artistic spirit fit the town. Menus can reflect local farms and the briny Sound.
Popular in Old Lyme
- Lieutenant River properties
- Sound View beach cottages
- Rogers Lake-area gatherings
- Garden parties near the museum district
- Autumn chef dinners
Starting at $52 per guest for raw bar catering and $135 per guest for private chef dinners.
Choose how we serve you
Raw bar truck catering in Old Lyme
Oysters, clams, shrimp, lobster and crudo, shucked and served at your Old Lyme event.
Raw bar detailsPrivate chef in Old Lyme, CT
Multi-course dinners cooked in your Old Lyme home or venue by Chef Owen.
Dinner detailsTastings & pop-ups near Old Lyme
Oyster 101 tastings and ticketed pop-ups for your community.
ExploreEvents we cook in Old Lyme
Weddings and Rehearsal Dinners
From a shoreline ceremony to a rehearsal dinner under the stars, Tideline brings a chef-driven raw bar and plated dinners to the venue you have already chosen.
Explore in Old LymeBirthdays, Showers and Anniversaries
An intimate chef-cooked dinner at your table or a backyard raw bar for the whole guest list, with zero kitchen stress for the host.
Explore in Old LymeGraduations and Backyard Parties
Graduations, reunions, dock parties and summer get-togethers deserve food worth remembering. Pull the truck up and let guests help themselves.
Explore in Old LymeOld Lyme event questions
Do you cater small garden parties in Old Lyme?
Yes. We scale from intimate six-person dinners to large garden receptions.
Do you travel to Old Lyme?
Yes. Old Lyme is within our regular service area in New London County. Travel is included for most events, and any fee is confirmed in your quote.
How far ahead should I book in Old Lyme?
Summer and fall weekends fill 4 to 6 months ahead, and weddings 9 to 12 months. Weekdays and winter dates are often available sooner, so ask about your date.
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Planning an event in Old Lyme?
Tell us the date, the guest count and the town. Chef Owen replies personally within one business day with availability and a custom quote.
- No obligation, no pressure
- Menus tailored to your guests and dietary needs
- Prefer to talk? Call or text (203) 939-3957