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East Lyme Just before 5 p.m. on Thursday, the newest restaurant in Niantic was already hopping. Families, couples and friends gathered at tables, booths and high-tops, taking up about two-thirds of the spots. The sounds of friendly chatter and laughter bubbled in the air. The savory smells of Mexican food floated by, as the wait staff brought out dishes and drinks.
And within an hour? Customers had to wait to get in because the place was full.
This was the scene on the second day since La Llorona Progressive Mexican Cuisine officially opened. The space tucked into a building on Hope Street in Niantic has housed numerous restaurants over time, including Burke’s Tavern and, most recently, Lionheart Tavern.