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It's that time of year: lunch on the deck

August 06, 2013 1:00 pm • Last Updated: August 06, 2013 1:49 pm

By Tim Cotter

t.cotter@theday.com

Crispy chicken sandwich and fries at Hot Rods in New London.

I've eaten outside a lot this summer. From my own deck, to Capt. Scott's in New London and Skipper's Dock in Stonington and a couple of nice spots on Lake Winnipesaukee while on vacation.

Today is a perfect day to eat outside -- blue skies, mid-70s, gentle breeze. So we headed for Hot Rod Cafe, which has one of the best decks on Bank Street. I ordered the crispy chicken wrap, picking honey barbecue as my sauce. My lunch companion had a grilled cajun chicken sandwich.

We even got lucky when a sub motored up the Thames.

What's your favorite place to eat outside this time of year?

The stuffies (with chorizo) were outstanding at Skipper's Dock in Stonington.

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