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Reviewed September 4, 2023 via mobile

We were on the island for a week. Our hotel did not offer breakfast. We had tried some of the local cafés. But they were very informal. So, we decided we wanted to have a brunch where we could sit down and enjoy an ocean...view. That is how we came to have brunch at 1661. The dining room is beautifully located with magnificent Harbour views, and a well appointed dining room. We were not guests of the hotel. As a guest of the hotel brunch was charged $15. If you came to the hotel as an outsider, the charge was $40 per person. This was clearly marked at the entrance to the restaurant. This was not a surprise. Although the charge was high, we decided to stay thinking there was something exceptional about the breakfast. I’m sorry to say that the brunch buffet was very ordinary. It is probably one of the better ones on the island but for $40 per person. I think it could have been better. By the time we finished having our breakfast and coffee and tea, the bill came to Over $96 with tip. I think this is simply a case of buyer beware. Maybe the high price is meant as a deterrent to outsiders. I think it’s poor business.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 1, 2021

When a man with a vision comes here and sees a lot of space and he has a dream a lot can happen. What a great story about a great man with that vison. He built the 1661 Hotel and restaurant. Not a run down,old...hotel but a fantastic hotel and dining area in the best spot for a view I think on the entire island. The back looks out over the ocean. It is a great looking location and the gardens and lawn are just kept so nice. Across the street he had a dream of gardens which he himself loved along with a love of animals. Go across the street like we did and see the gardens with flowers but also the different items used in making our meal. a huge place that shows how fresh our salad we had was made from. Up a bit are the animals he loved.Not the animals you find on an island but from all over the world. our kids went nuts,sure chickens,for your eggs in the morning which they can play with but llamas and so many others I did not know. A huge property built with a dream that has come true. He is no longer around but his legasy will live on for a long time to come. We will be back once the covid is done with so we can do the buffet which in the past has been truly outstanding. If you want to stay over do so here as the place truly is a gem. we love to eat here and will be back soon Please take the kids to see the great animals they will love it and so will you; They do sell fresh vegies from their garden and make smoothies which my wife and our friends loved.This I could not have as I have allergy to bananas. You are going to love this entire place and the food is fantastic for a great dinner ....Not to be missed.More

Date of visit: August 2021
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded August 4, 2021

Thank you for the review and visiting us!

Reviewed December 10, 2019 via mobile

What the yummiest, best,most delicious brunch E V E R? Go here!! Waffles, fish, eggs, ohhh I could go on and on!

Date of visit: August 2019
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded December 11, 2019

Thank you for the review of Champagne buffet breakfast that we serve during the season! We look forward to welcoming you again next summer.

Reviewed October 30, 2019

We stayed at The Spring House after Labor Day and they don't serve breakfast. So we headed down to road toward town on our bicycles. We didn't have to go very far before we discovered the 1661 Inn Restaurant. Man, this has to be the...best breakfast on the island! We got there around 8:30 a.m. and stayed for a leisurely 2-hour breakfast. If the weather is nice sit out on the rear patio overlooking the water. Magnificent view! Have a mimosa. Check out the breakfast buffet on the way to the patio. Have another mimosa. Help yourself to the fresh fruit and baked goods. Have another mimosa. Go back for the salmon. Come back to your table on the patio and order another mimosa. If the sun is too bright ask your server to raise the umbrella. Have a coffee to wrap it all up. Oh -- I forgot -- order eggs cooked the way you like from your server. No need to eat the scrambled eggs in the steam table. We liked this place so much we came back again the next morning for breakfast. And more mimosas!More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed October 9, 2019

A great place for a relaxing brunch, don't miss it! Visited the island during shoulder season last month and heard about it from a couple staying at the inn. Food is fantastic, presentation perfect, service is the best and you have a great view of...the ocean. Cost during shoulder season was $24.95. We will definitely go back on our next visit to Block Island.More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed September 17, 2019

We were there 2 weeks after peak season. We reviewed the list of places that are open for breakfast. We set out on our bike ride and planned to stop at the 1661 Inn given that it was on the route. By the time we...got there, there were no other restaurants to pick from. Breakfast is ONLY a $30 per person buffet with unlimited mimosas. The food was good but not what we were looking for. There was no option to get anything other than the buffet. Maybe a nice place to go relax but don't go there for a quickl breakfast.More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded September 18, 2019

Thank you for the review and we are glad that you enjoyed the breakfast, but sorry that it wasn't what you were looking for. We hope you will join us again when you are looking for a more leisurely breakfast!

Reviewed August 6, 2019 via mobile

1661 Inn was such a special place to host a bridal brunch for our party of 25! Rita and her team were so accommodating and welcoming and our event was just perfect. Not only is the view one of the best on the island, the...food and mimosas were delicious!More

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed July 5, 2019

I love the 1661 Inn. Every time I visit Block Island, this is a must-do breakfast stop. The food is phenomenal and if you like more of a European breakfast (like me), then this is the place for you. They offered up their usual eggs...and bacon with pastries. But the reason I come is for the salmon. Plus this time they had fresh-picked greens directly from their garden with a homemade ranch dressing. It was absolutely heavenly and was the best ranch dressing I've ever had. I complimented the hostess because it really is that good. They also have unlimited champagne and mimosas which I availed myself of. Of course, the view is also excellent as it sits on top of a hill overlooking the ocean. The patrons tend to be well heeled which I appreciate. The price is not a bargain. Breakfast for 3 cost us $80 but since the food is 5-star quality, I'm not complaining. I love the 1661 Inn and will continue to come here for breakfast.More

Date of visit: July 2019
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded July 8, 2019

Thank you for the wonderful review and we are so happy to see how much your enjoy our breakfast. We can't wait to welcome you again.

Reviewed September 27, 2018

Breakfast was included in our stay at a 1661 Inn property and it was excellent. There was a lot of variety, eggs cooked to order and mimosas. We really enjoyed it.

Date of visit: September 2018
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Reviewed September 19, 2018

The food and view were awesome! Everything on the buffet was worth trying, even the edible flowers. We met the owner and talked with one of her sons. He pointed out all of the items grown in their garden, including the edible flowers. The was...freshly caught Bluefish, vegetarian items, etc... and mimosas. The outside staff was friendly and polite. We walked down from the Spring House (no breakfast) - their staff recommended it.More

Date of visit: August 2018
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded September 21, 2018

Thank you for your review and we are so happy to see how much you enjoyed your breakfast with us. We look forward to your next visit!

Reviewed September 1, 2018

A short walk from our hotel. Amazing brunch with champagne! Great assortment & 5 Star food. Sit on the open porch & enjoy.

Date of visit: August 2018
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded September 4, 2018

We are so glad to see how much you enjoyed the champagne buffet breakfast at The 1661 Inn! Thanks for the review.

Reviewed August 29, 2018

Beautiful beach view while eating. nice waiter service. food is great. the included breakfast (with the stay) was the best breakfast around! All you can eat - eggs, omeletts, waffles, fish, sausage, mimosas. great job!

Date of visit: August 2018
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded August 30, 2018

Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed our complimentary breakfast and meeting our staff. We are lucky to have them!

Reviewed August 24, 2018

Been meaning to go here for their breakfast/brunch. We finally did it. Good food and sparkling wine at a fair price. Getting an additional cup of coffee proved ot be a challenge with the woman waiting on our table but other than that was enjoyable.

Date of visit: August 2018
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded August 27, 2018

We are glad that you enjoyed the breakfast and the champagne! We are sorry that your server didn't provide great service and that you struggled to get coffee refilled. We look forward to your next visit.

Reviewed July 26, 2018 via mobile

From the polite staff, to the wonderful selection of brunch items...everything was fresh and delicious...such a beautiful setting and view

Date of visit: July 2018
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Elizabeth C, General Manager at 1661 Inn Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded July 30, 2018

We are so glad to see that you enjoyed everything that we have to offer! Thank you for the review!

Reviewed July 5, 2018 via mobile

Awesome view and excellent food!! The service was fast and clean place to eat. Almost could have stayed there all day

Date of visit: July 2018
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I'm sorry we don't have any bicycle rentals available on our property. However, there are a variety of bike rental places right here in town. I don't think I've seen any three person bikes on the Island, but I'm not sure.
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No dress code that I saw of. I wore a sundress over my bathing suit. Wet hair and all lol. They serve breakfast, then wine & snacks in the afternoon and in the evening they serve flaming coffee with dessert. It is a classy... More
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I believe you can find it on the Hotel Manisses site
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