Saltwater Sips - Located at the Saltwater Inn

At Saltwater Sips in Westport, the goal was simple: create a place where time slows down. Instead of a rushed, table-turning café, Saltwater Sips invites guests to settle in—open a laptop, share stories with friends, or just watch the boats drift through the marina. Named for its home at the Saltwater Inn, the café blends coastal charm with everyday comfort: the town’s only sit-down espresso bar, fresh pastries warm from the oven, and afternoons that shift easily into a glass of wine or a local beer.

The setting is part of the experience. On sunny days, the marina-front patio offers sweeping views of docks and fishing boats, with salty air and seabirds overhead. When the weather turns, the cozy fireplace and soft seating create a warm nook to sip something good and watch the harbor through the windows. It’s a space designed not just to grab a drink, but to linger—where locals and travelers alike can find a relaxed rhythm, a friendly face, and a little coastal calm in the middle of their day.