Whether taking a long lunch break or going out for a romantic dinner, dining with a view of calm, cool waters can turn any meal into a mini-vacation. Here are 10 waterfront dining spots.

Harbor Park Restaurant - ctnow.com Tune out the roar of the Route 9 traffic only a few yards away and imagine you're at a private yacht club as you lounge on the deck at Harbor Park Restaurant in Middletown

Skipper's Dock - ctnow.com With a view of Fisher's Island and passing fishing fleets , Skipper's Dock in Stonington is all about ambience.

Rusty Scupper Restaurant and Bar - ctnow.com What do seafood and blind dates have in common? Don't knock either one until you've tried. And what better place to try both than at Rusty Scupper in New Haven.

The Mill on the River - ctnow.com Once a crumbling former mill, this casual upscale restaurant in South Windsor now offers a beautiful waterfront dining experience.

The Sandpiper Restaurant - ctnow.com The Sandpiper Restaurant in East Haven is a casual dining spot on the beach overlooking Long Island Sound and the town beach. Whether you want an evening of dining or a quick bite at the beach, this is the place to try.

Sage American Bar and Grill - New Haven Advocate Sit out on the deck and watch sunset gleam off the lazily passing sailboats as you sip on one of Sage's renowned Bloody Marys, enjoy an exquisite meal and listen to the live jazz piano music.