If you're looking for an authentic tavern cuisine and rustic ambiance, Scott Plains Tavern is the place to be. Our restaurant in Essex, near Old Saybrook, includes a bar and banquet facility, located minutes from Essex Steam Train, Rt. 9 and I-95. Guests can kick back with a drink and some wings in our newly renovated upstairs bar, redesigned in a modern vintage industrial style while maintaining the original bar from Oliver's Tavern. Enter into our restaurant through the iconic scotch barrel doors and our hostess will happily seat you in our downstairs dining room, outside patio or upstairs in our industrial-themed bar. Our restaurant in Essex, CT is open for patio dining! We are accepting takeout orders every day from 1130am-8pm.