Restaurants & Bars
RipTide Restaurant & Bar Celebrates Grand Opening Under New Ownership In West Haven
Owner Andrew Wrzosek, 21, has worked at RipTide since he was 16, including most recently as a chef, a major role he will continue to play.

WEST HAVEN, CT — (Pictured): Mayor Dorinda Borer cuts the ribbon with RipTide Restaurant & Bar owner Andrew Wrzosek to celebrate the waterfront establishment’s grand opening under new ownership at 38 Ocean Ave. on Friday, Nov. 22.
With Wrzosek for the ceremonial ribbon-cutting are, from left, brother Chris, father Christopher and mother Clorinda, RipTide’s bookkeeper.
Nestled in the Baybrook Shopping Center, overlooking Long Island Sound, RipTide offers “a relaxing coastal vibe” and “specializes in fresh seafood, juicy steaks and creative cocktails.”
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Wrzosek, who is 21, has worked at RipTide since he was 16, including most recently as a chef, a major role he will continue to play. He is a lifelong Westie.
The restaurant and bar is open seven days a week.
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