7 Seas: Milford’s Very Own Bull and Finch Pub

When I walked into 7 Seas in Downtown Milford, Conn., I felt like I was walking into something that resembled a cross of both Luke’s Diner and the bar in Cheers where everyone knows your name. 7 Seas has been a part of the Milford community since 1965. Between the old-fashioned wood paneled walls to the various knickknacks collected throughout the years, 7 Seas has and continues to be a casual and cozy place to enjoy.

7 Seas is definitely a small little place, but comes with a ton of history. According to the about section on the website, the building was originally an old garage that was converted to a restaurant. That being said, 7 Seas is not the first restaurant to occupy the Daniel Street space. According to the website, there were a few other restaurants that came before 7 Seas called the location home.

The website also says that the name 7 Seas comes from owner, Richard Smith’s navy days, and since its inception, it has been named Best Neighborhood Restaurant by Connecticut Magazine in 2011, 2012, and 2013.

However, something that I thought was really interesting was the fact that several famous people had visited this restaurant — including Dan Patrick and Paul Newman.

Now, enough about the history, and let’s talk about the menu. When I visited, my husband and I were enjoying a simple lunch date. The menu consisted of bar staples such as wings, burgers, appetizers, and chicken tenders. But that is not what they are truly known for — the most famous thing on their menu is their lobster roll, which the menu names it as “famous.”

However, they have dinner options (served after 5 p.m.), several different types of chicken, seafood that the menu claims that it was “so fresh that it slept in the ocean last night,” and so much more. Many of their items are very classic, very New England, and I am here for it.

One thing that really impressed me about this place was the portion sizes. They were massive. I got the charbroiled chicken sandwich, and not only was the sandwich huge, but they loaded the plate with fries. For me, having a good sized portion is something that is important as your girl would like to get some bang for her buck.

In addition to the sandwich, I had the opportunity to try some of their chili. It was delicious and hearty, but boy oh boy, was she spicy.

The only downside of 7 Seas in my opinion is the parking; however, there are many free options to choose from as long as you’re willing to do a little bit of walking. Personally, the Downtown Milford area is a great place to walk around in so it’s worth taking a stroll around to check out the small businesses in the area.

Overall, 7 Seas in Milford is a beloved establish in the Milford community and for good reason, due to delicious food and comforting ambiance. I am already looking forward to my next visit.