Should your travels ever take you Block Islsnd then an evening at the Atlantic Inn is a must. The hotel sits on a bluff overlooking the northern part of the island with water views. Come early and enjoy cocktails on the lawn in front of the hotel. You'll find the restaurant offers a small but tasty and perfectly prepared menu. If you're a wine lover you will no doubt enjoy the extensive selection the hotel offers. Last but not least, service was excellent without being overbearing. Cheers read more

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Outdoor sitting areas are lots of fun. Loved the views from the Adirondack chairs. Wasn't a fan of their old fashioned. Never had one with a black olive in it. It was really overly strong, Instead of a smooth cocktail it was acidic and bitter. read more

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Best meal we've had on the island this year. It wasn't cheap, but there was great service and everyone enjoyed themselves. It was also nice to get away and have a meal aware. Everything is a deep fried, and the food felt like legit normal cooking. read more

We had a wonderful stay and dining experience here! They just started doing weekend brunch which we enjoyed on their covered porch. The room was very comfortable and felt like a good mix of coastal vintage and modern amenities. There was no television which was a nice touch so we could stay present on property. We enjoyed our dinner in the dining room as well, it is very beautifully decorated and they have a wine spectator award. It's a great spot for a getaway - they have it all! I especially enjoyed the personalized service with welcome wine and cookies, and self serve coffee for the mornings. read more

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Excellent meal. The entrees were super. Higher priced than most places on the island but a nice atmosphere, super service and grand porch with great sunset views. The strawberry shortcake dessert did not make the grade. It was a tiny scoop of yummy ice cream with a few crumbles on top for $16. No biscuit, no cake, not even a cookie. They called it "deconstructed". We called it majorly disappointing. read more

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As a wedding planner, I cannot express how amazing Dave and Ashleigh and their whole staff are. We held a large scale wedding on their lawn this past weekend with many moving parts, outside vendors, and we had high expectations. They met and surpassed them all. Every single guest said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. The food was excellent, the grounds were pristine, the environment was friendly and accommodating. If you are considering The Atlantic Inn for your event, from weddings to rehearsal dinners to croquet to welcome parties...even croquet tournaments...do it! You won't regret it. read more

Have always wanted to stop here and finally did. I enjoyed a fabulous lunch on the porch while looking at the ocean. I couldn't have been more perfect. I had the wellness salad with salmon. Wow. They don't skimp on the size. Enough for two people and the freshest ingredients. I complimented with salmon- again extremely generous and yummy. Staff was friendly. Food took a bit long to come. Bu, I can't wait to return. read more

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We always come to Atlantic inn when on Block. The food is amazing, views and ambience is gorgeous. Very old worldly. Service and wait times can be a little rough, but you're on block island so not unusual and there's no rush! read more

Delightful! What an enjoyable, delicious brunch in the loveliest setting. The service was excellent, the brunch was delicious, looking forward to a return visit! The Atlantic Inn was beautifully decorated inside and out! read more

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Location was great and very pretty property. Food was just ok for the price, and we were actually charged an extra $2 for a sprinkle of Parmesan for a $50 pasta dish. Peach dessert was inedible. Won't be returning. read more

Atmosphere--Great, little noisy, horrible acoustics, don't expect to communicate with your friends.. Appetizer-seafood platter.. fresh, skimpy.. Then came the dinner after removing the utensils. And the dinner sat and sat and sat for over 5 minutes getting cold while looking for our waiter, or any waiter for utensils. (ps..We never saw our waiter except for when he came to deliver the bill and just before with a desert menu).. The sauce for the Halibut was right out of a can of Ragotoni, the Shrimp on my guest's plate was not cooked, or grilled and for these kind of prices, no taste surpassed presentation. The Octopus, well, tuna out of a can would have been a better choice.. When we were almost finished, had to ask if there was any bread as the portions were small and was told that was on the menu at a price.. Amazing how fast they came with a dessert menu. We were out of there and headed to the local ice cream store.. $346.68 before tip, there are much better options.. we will never go back.. No management here, no one asking if your meal was ok, no water refills..There are much better options.. read more

Best place for fine dining or sunset drinks on the island. Always a great experience. The staff are excellent and come back year after year. The new owners have added lots more seating, given the dining room a huge upgrade, and made a delectable menu with a great chef and kitchen team. Will always return. read more

Tough meal last night. When I arrived to check in they were bragging about the chef so I was excited for dinner. Clam chowder was not tasty. It was watery but that wasn't the issue because I know some people make it that way. It was the taste. Neither of us liked it. "Line caught halibut". Very very overcooked and fishy. Nothing you would expect for the very high price point. The bartender was great. Young kid who was from the island. Don't let that kid get away, he's a star. The other guy told us there were some really large groups and that was probably the reason. Not sure that flies but whatever. The menu is VERY pricey and the food was average at best. Thanks to the staff for taking off the halibut from the bill. These guys were great. The kitchen needs to be better. The breakfast on 4th of July was very underwhelming. They charge $12/person but it's just like a free breakfast at the Holiday Inn. read more

Top notch view at sunset as always, recommend on that basis alone, but the food this summer (two recent visits) has been pretty blah in a way the surprised us both times. Beautiful but bland, even cheeseboard selections. We'll stick to olives and wine or beer next time, maybe next year will shift back to the great food they used to have on the hill at sunset. read more

The Atlantic has always been special, but the new owners and management have taken it to the next level. We hosted a large wedding rehearsal dinner there in June, and it was truly perfect! The venue is beautiful - historic, upscale, and updated; the service was impeccable; and the food and drink were outstanding (our guests raved about it). Couldn't be more pleased. read more

Yeah, yeah, yeah...great view, lovely setting on the Block...but, really you're on Block Island not New York or Boston. What's with the pricing ... 18.00 for a beet salad, 21.00 for a fig salad, 46.00 for a bowl of linguine, 51.00 for for a plate of 8 local (?) scallops...half size no less. Tell me you didn't cut those in half. Yet, your wine choices and prices are excellent 12 - 18 per glass - serious drinks higher. And then, there's the focaccia which came with the dinner ... an up charge of $8.00 placed on the final bill for 'bread.' If it's your standard to dine out at $!25+ per person ... I would recommend 3-5 other places on island that would leave a better taste in your mouth. read more

Holy smokes, this place is delightful! The front of the house folks, Delilah and Sarah were welcoming and sweet! The room... well it's block island... wasn't the 850 square feet we all justly deserve, but it was cozy, spotless and perfectly climate controlled! Now the food, SIMPLY UNBELIEVABLE! 8 of US ENJOYED dinner and lunch, as well as snacks there several times during our 5 night stay. Impeccable service, fun hosts and bartender Wyatt, a native did a wonderful job and were over the top as we had a diverse group ages 6 weeks to 68 years old. I plan to skip renting a house next summer, opting to stay here! It is absolutely heavenly. read more

This was our 6th trip to the island, and our first time dining at the Atlantic. The focaccia we ordered was lovely, but the dipping oil was overbearing with vinegar. A seasoned olive oil would have been much more appealing to the palate. The sharpness of the vinegar obliterated any deliciousness of the bread. My steak tartare was tasty, but could have been more finely minced.the texture was wonky and awkward to pile on to the toasts. The one thing that really annoyed me-(it seems to be an ongoing trend to use culinary terminology that is inaccurate, just to sound "cheffy") The menu said that my scallop dish was topped with a prosciutto "gremolata"- there was nothing on my dish that would fit that description. There were a few dried strips of prosciutto. There was no gremolata. Some patrons are familiar with these terms, and it's an insult when chefs use these terms incorrectly and assume that we don't know better. My scallops also were tiny and also sliced in half!! 1/4" thick, an the size of a quarter in diameter.that's inexcusable for such a pricey entree. The view was gorgeous, the service was decent. read more

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Overpriced, service poor and food not worth it! We ordered a bottle of wine and waited & waited, it never came. Scallops were overcooked, gritty and very small. Four adults & 2 small children, they added a 22% gratuity. IF you add a 22% gratuity you better have great service, service was poor & lacking. I will not return! read more

Banana espresso martini was delicious. Their light lagger was also good. Fresh oysters were good but not very large. The salt and vinegar fries just taste like normal fries. read more

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Wow- the food is UNREAL. Weird starting a review with food when the view, decor and overall vibe is so on point, but we were blown away by both breakfast and dinner. The ambiance/renovation is stunning, design and energy is something out of architectural digest- pays homage to the island/ history while being contemporary and comfortable. Highly recommend read more

Best cheese board, drinks, and sunset on Block Island wine by bottle or glass...outrageous staff read more

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Food was good but the grey goose Gibson wasn't right. Something licorice was in it. ice cream was the worst I've ever had in my life, didn't take a second bite. No creaminess and lacked flavor. Very icy. Cheese board was good. Pork chop was good. Filet was phenomenal. Pho was ok. read more

Awesome dinner on the veranda food, service & ambiance were the top. Great meal, wine & dessert. read more

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I wish I could say better things. Block Island is fun and the hotel has a lovely view, but overall our experience was negative. When we arrived at 1pm on a Sunday a grown woman was vomiting booze in the hotel lobby bathroom. From there, it went south. What could have been a decent stay (nice but tiny room, OK food) turned into a huge disappointment. We could not be more appalled by the awful customer service at the Atlantic Inn. When my mother-in-law had to be rushed to the ER after a fall in the morning and couldn't complete her stay that night, we were told that a future credit for a single night midweek was "impossible." We alerted the hotel at 10 am, mere minutes after it happened. Tom at the front desk was unhelpful and rude. Sarah, the manager never even called us back. I would never recommend this hotel to anyone contemplating a trip to Block Island. read more

We stopped in for a drink at the outside bar on a warm and enjoyable evening and ordered a bourbon on the rocks for myself and a drink for my wife. When I received the bill I was charged $12 for the bourbon and $3.50 for the rocks. I advised the server to please remove the charge as I have never been charged for ice. This prompted a visit from the manager who arrived at the table and wanted to know who complained about the charge. I was told that due to the ice I received a pour which was more than normal. I told her that I did not want nor ask for a more than normal Pour and that I was highly insulted by the charge and requested that it be removed. Needless to say the charge remained although I held back an $8 gratuity that I was planning on leaving It's inconceivable that they would rather alienate a good customer rather than doing the right thing. read more

We came to the Atlantic Inn for dinner on a summer Monday evening. Our reservation was at 6:30pm. Upon arriving we were seated immediately and our server came over shortly after. Our server was attentive and kind, very knowledgeable about the menu and what his favorite meals were. I had the salmon and my friend had the scallops, both were absolutely delicious. The prices of the meals were on par with dinner on the rest of the island but the quality seemed exceptional for the cost. Our meals came out quickly. When we were done with our meals however the restaurant was significantly more crowded (about 7:30pm). I would absolutely return again for dinner and would keep my 6:30 dinner time to avoid the crowd! read more

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Truthfully, we had an outstanding time on the lawn having cocktails & appetizers while we waited for our table. It couldn't have been better. Everything turned when we were seated inside for dinner. The menu was exactly whet we had put on the lawn, with four entree choices. Once we ordered, the food, it took one hour to come, which was unreasonable. We had ordered bay scallops, sliders, a chicken basket, and fries. We were informed that there was an error In the bill, they added the bill from the lawn accidentally to the bill inside. We said, no problem, just void it. They said they could void it but we would see a charge twice. We asked for a receipt for the voided transaction. It never came. Then they put the whole bill (for inside and out) on one card without asking us how to divide it. Long story short, we had over a $500 hold on our credit card because of several errors on their part. And the manager never even apologized. I don't recommend places that have poor business practices, and this was one. Go to another restaurant if on Block Island, there are plenty. read more

We loved our dinner at the Atlantic Inn! It was about a 10 minute walk from the main strip so it was pleasantly quiet while still having great views. My sister ordered the cast iron seared pheasant and I ordered the halibut curry and both were amazing! We are every last bite. Will definitely be back. read more

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Best food on Block Island. We ate here and noticed responsible social distancing and the food was excellent. My husband had the veal and I ordered scallops. Not a big fan of the Arnold Palmer dessert but the lavender infusion was a nice surprise to it. The potatoes that were curried served with the scallops were complex and delicious. The veggies are all locally grown and the tomato salad starter was simple and refreshing. We will definitely be back! read more

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We arrived a bit early for our reservation. We sat outside and took in the lovely view while waiting. The appetizer, Watermelon Gazpacho, was one of the best I ever had. It was layered with flavors, sweet and salty with a slight bit of spice. Every ingredient complimented each other. I also had the Wagyu Ribeye. Incredibly tender and the chorizo and kale was a nice touch. If you are looking for a nice sit down dinner away from the hustle and bustle this is a top choice. read more

My son was on leave from the military, and I wanted him to have a great meal with a great view. Everyone was so nice and the meal was incredible. I had the scallops ... My mouth is watering right now thinking about how good they were. My son ordered the wagyu steak. It was worth every cent!! The service was top notch and the owner stopped by our table to make sure everything was ok. As far as the view ... it is amazing! The Atlantic is a must for a great dining experience! read more

I've been eating at this restaurant every summer for the past twenty two years. This year, for the first time, my meal was inedible. But this review isn't about the quality of the food, it's about the attitude of management. I complained to the owner about my meal and he made it quite clear he couldn't care less. If I didn't like his food it must be my fault. The owner didn't even consider apologizing. At this price point I expect much better service. It's too bad, because after twenty-two years I won't be going back. For $100 per person there are so many better restaurants. Stay away from this place, stay far far away. UPDATE, IN RESPONSE TO MANAGEMENT COMMENTS Brad M. 1. In contradiction to your claim, the server never informed us the dish was spicy. I personally hate spicy food and have never ordered anything described (verbally or in written form) as spicy. 2. As I said in my review, this is not about the food. It is totally about management attitude, and yours was simply unacceptable by any measure. I remind you that I am the customer and you are in business to serve your customers, because without them you wouldn't have a business. 3. I approached you at least twice in an effort to discuss this, and both times you made it quite clear you were not interested in resolving the situation. I might be able to understand this sort of attitude from a $25pp diner, but not from a $100pp high end restaurant. Should you wish to discuss this further in a civil manner, I am more then willing. Please feel free to reach out. read more

Horrendous customer service for outrageous prices. We were told that we would have to pay for dishes that were way too spicy in addition to their replacements (has NEVER happened to me before). The owner argued that we should've known the dish was always cooked spicy, and had the audacity to talk back when I politely corrected him as if he were the authority on Vietnamese food. In his words, if it's not spicy it's cooked wrong. He was very dismissive and argumentative, preferring to stick to his alternative facts. Have never experienced such awful service and will not be back until there is a change in ownership. Edit: In response to the business manager, we were never informed by the server that the broth would be spicy, even after asking that the dish not be served with the advertised chili flakes. Northern Pho tends to be very mild, while Southern/Central tends to be more spicy. There was no indication on the menu other than the chili flakes that the pho would be spicy. read more

Don't waste your money. 45 mins for apps, 45 mins after for entrees and they forgot one of us. Ordered dirty martini's and they forgot the olive juice. Took another 15mins for the olive juice to come to the table. Ordered a bottle of wine and when we wanted another one bottle of something else they were out. Asked for 2 different ones they were also out. By the time we finally got a bottle of wine we were finished with our meals and our 5th person still didn't get his steak. Manager said "sorry we were too busy" Asked to move inside because it was pitch black on the lawn and didn't want to eat a $50 steak in the dark, they said they couldn't accomadate us even though they had open tables that were open until we left. Food was good tho. The 3 out of 4 steaks we got were cooked perfectly! Apps were on point. But the whole experience disappoints. Poor and slow service, poor management and it's not worth it. read more

We enjoyed the whole experience at The Atlantic Inn and the Restaurant 1879. We had heard many good things about this place, and were so happy to have been able to eat here several times during our recent vacation. Everything from the welcoming front porch, the friendly staff, the terrific food, and the live jazz music added to the enjoyment of an amazing meal in a very special location each time. Chef Denny created some real flavor magic with his original and delicious apps and entrees. Everything was visually appealing as well as truly flavorful and satisfying. We absolutely enjoyed the Wagyu for Two, which was cooked to perfection. Chef Denny even came to our table to make sure our meal was to our liking. He's a rock star! Behind the bar, Eric and his team took good care of us. We enjoyed their positive energy, friendly faces, and great service. Would absolutely eat here again and again and again. read more

We saved the best for last. The Atlantic Inn came highly recommended and did not disappoint. The halibut special was simply put, fantastic and my wife's scallops were the best she's ever had!! The service was par excellence and the old and historic hotel made our last night on the island both special and memorable. I would come to the island just to dine at this wonderful gourmet restaurant. We also met the 24 year old head chef who is in his way to stardom! read more

This restaurant aims high, with prices that reflect that ambition. We just had a (mostly) good meal there. Salad and oysters were fine, wine list exceptional, and the halibut curry was very good. The wait staff were great. But management needs to know that the rack of lamb at $37 is way below their standards. There was hardly any meat on it- less than you would find on a lamb lollipop appetizer. And it was tough. Generally very good but not as good as their prices require. read more

The Atlantic Inn is a fantastic old Victorian building built sometime in the late 19th century. It contains around 25 or so rooms and has a commanding presence on top of a hill within walking distance of Rebbecca and the center of town. Southeast lighthouse and Mohegan Bluffs are only a short bike ride away in the other direction. The location is gorgeous with great views, a huge pouch and lovely flowers and plants everywhere you look. The rooms are decorated with period furniture and lovely old paintings and the entire interior gives the sense of stepping back in time. The staff were extremely polite and friendly and the meals at the hotel superb, with many of the veggies grown right on grounds. A great place and the only negative is that it tends to get crowded during the summer and you have to book well in advance. read more

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The Atlantic Inn is a quaint, charming and very old fashioned inn on a beautiful piece of land with a beautiful view of the town, the water, and the rolling hills of BI. Head out to the lawn just before sunset and order yourself a cocktail -- this place boasts the best seats in town to watch the sun going down. The inn itself is very old, and doesn't seem to have been updated (save for electricity and plumbing) since it was built. While the rooms are quite small, they are comfortable, although on a breezy September night, our room was so stifling I can't imagine what it would be like in the heat of July or August. When I say old fashioned, I mean it -- they don't book online. You have to call to reserve your room and then send a check within a week, or you'll lose the room. You can give them a credit card over the phone, but they'll charge you a fee and then run it through one of those hand-operated imprinting devices. How 1985! There are also no phones or TVs in the rooms. No AC, either. The inn is clean, the staff is sweet and the complimentary breakfast decent. The restaurant is pretty good, too and worth making a reservation at for at least one meal during your stay. I would definitely stay here again! read more

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