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We are from Baltimore and had read some great reviews about this restaurant, so we decided that we had to come here for an early dinner. They have been in business since 1980. They do not take reservation. We arrived at 4:45 PM, there was a wait list so we added our names to the list. They said it would be a 15-to-20-minute wait. Actually, we only waited about 10 minutes. The restaurant is not quiet but you can still have conversations. It has a great friendly fun vibe. Our server, Danielle, came over right after we were seated to take our drink orders. She was welcoming and friendly. Our son-in-law was thrilled to see that they had Sunriver Fuzztail Hefeweizen Beer, which he really enjoys. My husband had a glass of Chardonnay and then a glass of Pinot Gris. Of course, we had to try the Clam Chowder Bowl. Oh my, we had 2 cups and one bowl of their thick and creamy soup with the finest chopped clams and just a small dollop of butter on top of each. It was simply delicious and filing. For our entrees, we had the Captain' s Portion of Fish 'n Chips which was 3 pieces of Pacific Cod lighted breaded and deep fried served with different "chips" that we have ever had before and tartar sauce. The chips were a cross between a traditional French fry and a potato chip. We also asked for cocktail sauce and malt vinegar. Another order of Fish n Chips with 2 pieces as well as Oysters & Chips which was local Yaquina Bay oysters served with golden fries and cocktail sauce. Everything was freshly prepared and served. We were all very pleased with our dishes and the service. If you are in Newport, you must come to the Chowder Bowl!
Found this place while looking for recommended fish and chips spots near Newport. The location is pretty ideal, being right off the boulevard for Nye beach. So if you're already in the area, it would definitely be worth a stop by. We went early, around 5PM on a Friday and it was relatively busy, but as we were leaving it definitely exploded. The staff were super friendly and very attentive. Food is very reasonably priced. My wife and I both had the captains portion of fish and chips with a calamari appetizer. Honestly i think the calamari stood out more than the fish and chips. very light batter, not chewy at all and they pair it with both a ranch style sauce as well as a sweet citrus sauce which was unique. Fish and chips was good too, fish was nice the flaky, very moist, and the batter wasn't too thick either. It is a cornmeal batter compared to a beer batter, so i know some people have preferences one way or another.
When we visit Newport, we always try and stop here. It's a classic Newport experience. Usually we both order the clam chowder. But today, their special was a smoked salmon Cobb salad. I love Cobb salad as well as smoked salmon so the combination sounded excellent. When we got our food, the chowder was piping hot and as you can see from the picture, the Cobb was huge. The chowder is still very good and the salad was wonderful. Our server was cheerful and attentive, and we recommend stopping here whenever you are in Newport.
Pretty cute spot, wish we could've seen the outdoor patio but maybe next time. The fish and chips were awesome, I literally devoured it so fast! It wasn't beer batter so I felt a bit skeptical but it was so delicious and light! My husband's clam chowder was pretty good! We enjoyed it but we've had better chowder, and better bread bowls for sure. Should've skipped the marionberry cobbler, wasn't anything special and was pretty mushy. Service was...fine? It was a busy Sunday night so I understand but she wasn't personable at all, and didn't check in on us for anything else... we'd still come back!
Tried the chowder in a bread bowl, with bay shrimp. SO GOOD! I've had the same style chowder elsewhere (slumgullion) and this is some of the best! The sourdough bread bowl was also sturdy enough to hold up to the chowder, but soft enough to be able to enjoy easily. We went on a Tuesday during the summer at lunchtime. We didn't have to wait long for a table at all, but it seemed every table was filled and they were quite busy. Service was slower than I've had at other restaurants, but that wasn't a deal breaker for us, as it's to be expected, especially in the summertime. Despite being a packed house, it didn't feel like you were dining right on other guests, as the tables have a comfortable space between them. Decor is very beachy and provides lovely artwork to enjoy while you dine.
I had a great experience today! I was seated right away. I ordered Clam Chowder, Calamari, and Fish and Chips. I got the smaller portion of the Clam Chowder but it was the perfect amount because it was a lot of food! It came out right away after placing the order, came out hot. It was really good! Next, we got the calamari which was pretty good too. I would probably try another appetizer next time but I would recommend the calamari if you've never tried it. Lastly, we got the fan favorite, Fish and Chips. They came out super fresh. I liked the tartar sauce that was served with it and paired really well with the fish. Great experience. Fast service. Definitely recommend!
Great chowder and Steamer clams. On the fish n chips menu, cod is your option. No halibut although, there are other options with chips; clams and oysters. It was very good. Great server and a great atmosphere. They were very busy inside but the outside patio wasn't too bad. Wear a coat because there are no heaters out there if you get cold easily.
It was pretty good, your typical fried fish and chip type place. On the expensive side, but it seemed to be the only thing open in this area when we were there! Very long wait to get seated and it was freezing outside...I ordered their biggest seafood platter with a little bit of everything in it. It was quite delicious and I'm pretty sure I ate all of it and walked away stuffed as a tick! I'd come back and try more things next time I'm in the area.
We were in town for the weekend and it was later than the usual dinner time hour. This place served our needs. We had 4 hungry appetites from a long drive on the road. The wind sure was blowing when we got to town so we were a bit chilled to the bone, to say the least. We walked in and were greeted by some friendly staff. We were seated immediately and provided menus. We placed our orders and food was delivered in a timely manner. There were other customers, it certainly wasn't dead on a Saturday night, one day after Christmas. Good sign. We tried the clam chowder. Wished I would have gotten a bowl of it. One of the best clam chowder soups that I've had in awhile. So flavorful and chunky! Will order a bowl next time! Chicken stips were hot, serving size was reasonable. They were decent. Nothing special just your typical chicken strips. The fries were crispy delicious! Fish tacos were good and tasty. Hamburger for the granddaughter with just ketchup. She ate most of it so it must have been good. She is not a food. I'm not sure how that's possible...I love to eat and try new stuff! Would I return to the Chowder House? Yes, but, I would try something else on the menu.
This place is phenomenal what a treasure. I wish I knew about it sooner. The food and service are both good. The taste is outstanding and good portion size. The restaurant is nice and clean. The patio is dog friendly which is a nice touch. I would highly recommend this place. It is one of the best clam chowders I have tasted.
Super clean restaurant. Staff was pleasant and attentive. We had a cup of chowder, fish and chips, fried clams and steamer clams. The fried clams were fresh and not chewy at all. The chowder was rich and very tasty. Highly recommend!!!
I told my husband I wanted a simple, fresh bay shrimp salad and this is the place he chose for me. I feel like this is where the locals go (regularly!) and the lucky tourist. Very reasonable prices, variety of options and filling portions. Super casual and comfy atmosphere with two areas of indoor seating and a protected, dog friendly outdoor patio area. There is limited street parking, but a public lot just down the street towards the beach. Super friendly and sincere staff.
Service is adequate. Our server wasn't super friendly and seemed very impatient when we were deciding what to order. Food is okay. Lots of hits and misses. Calamari and chips were the best thing. Super fresh & perfectly cooked calamari. Chips were a cool shape that added to the mouth feel/texture. Shrimp tacos were also pretty good. Chowder was okay. I prefer Mo's over this chowder. It was overly creamy & lacked texture. Fish and chips were meh. No variety in the type of fish and the breading was subpar. Had nice dog friendly patio seating with a sheet overtop to block the direct sun. Seating inside looked nice as well. There's a public parking lot down the road where the restaurant is. Overall, it was a decent place to get dinner but I wouldn't go back.
7 days ago
The clam chowder was okay, but it was pretty creamy and a little plain. It definitely could've used more seasoning and flavor, so unfortunately it was a miss for me. The restaurant was also pretty busy and noisy, and the service was lacking. It took about 15 minutes for anyone to acknowledge me, and I was never asked what I wanted to drink. read more
29 days ago
We are from Baltimore and had read some great reviews about this restaurant, so we decided that we had to come here for an early dinner. They have been in business since 1980. They do not take reservation. We arrived at 4:45 PM, there was a wait list so we added our names to the list. They said it would be a 15-to-20-minute wait. Actually, we only waited about 10 minutes. The restaurant is not quiet but you can still have conversations. It has a great friendly fun vibe. Our server, Danielle, came over right after we were seated to take our drink orders. She was welcoming and friendly. Our son-in-law was thrilled to see that they had Sunriver Fuzztail Hefeweizen Beer, which he really enjoys. My husband had a glass of Chardonnay and then a glass of Pinot Gris. Of course, we had to try the Clam Chowder Bowl. Oh my, we had 2 cups and one bowl of their thick and creamy soup with the finest chopped clams and just a small dollop of butter on top of each. It was simply delicious and filing. For our entrees, we had the Captain' s Portion of Fish 'n Chips which was 3 pieces of Pacific Cod lighted breaded and deep fried served with different "chips" that we have ever had before and tartar sauce. The chips were a cross between a traditional French fry and a potato chip. We also asked for cocktail sauce and malt vinegar. Another order of Fish n Chips with 2 pieces as well as Oysters & Chips which was local Yaquina Bay oysters served with golden fries and cocktail sauce. Everything was freshly prepared and served. We were all very pleased with our dishes and the service. If you are in Newport, you must come to the Chowder Bowl! read more
Found this place while looking for recommended fish and chips spots near Newport. The location is pretty ideal, being right off the boulevard for Nye beach. So if you're already in the area, it would definitely be worth a stop by. We went early, around 5PM on a Friday and it was relatively busy, but as we were leaving it definitely exploded. The staff were super friendly and very attentive. Food is very reasonably priced. My wife and I both had the captains portion of fish and chips with a calamari appetizer. Honestly i think the calamari stood out more than the fish and chips. very light batter, not chewy at all and they pair it with both a ranch style sauce as well as a sweet citrus sauce which was unique. Fish and chips was good too, fish was nice the flaky, very moist, and the batter wasn't too thick either. It is a cornmeal batter compared to a beer batter, so i know some people have preferences one way or another. read more
When we visit Newport, we always try and stop here. It's a classic Newport experience. Usually we both order the clam chowder. But today, their special was a smoked salmon Cobb salad. I love Cobb salad as well as smoked salmon so the combination sounded excellent. When we got our food, the chowder was piping hot and as you can see from the picture, the Cobb was huge. The chowder is still very good and the salad was wonderful. Our server was cheerful and attentive, and we recommend stopping here whenever you are in Newport. read more
30 days ago
Pretty cute spot, wish we could've seen the outdoor patio but maybe next time. The fish and chips were awesome, I literally devoured it so fast! It wasn't beer batter so I felt a bit skeptical but it was so delicious and light! My husband's clam chowder was pretty good! We enjoyed it but we've had better chowder, and better bread bowls for sure. Should've skipped the marionberry cobbler, wasn't anything special and was pretty mushy. Service was...fine? It was a busy Sunday night so I understand but she wasn't personable at all, and didn't check in on us for anything else... we'd still come back! read more
10 days ago
Tried the chowder in a bread bowl, with bay shrimp. SO GOOD! I've had the same style chowder elsewhere (slumgullion) and this is some of the best! The sourdough bread bowl was also sturdy enough to hold up to the chowder, but soft enough to be able to enjoy easily. We went on a Tuesday during the summer at lunchtime. We didn't have to wait long for a table at all, but it seemed every table was filled and they were quite busy. Service was slower than I've had at other restaurants, but that wasn't a deal breaker for us, as it's to be expected, especially in the summertime. Despite being a packed house, it didn't feel like you were dining right on other guests, as the tables have a comfortable space between them. Decor is very beachy and provides lovely artwork to enjoy while you dine. read more
I had a great experience today! I was seated right away. I ordered Clam Chowder, Calamari, and Fish and Chips. I got the smaller portion of the Clam Chowder but it was the perfect amount because it was a lot of food! It came out right away after placing the order, came out hot. It was really good! Next, we got the calamari which was pretty good too. I would probably try another appetizer next time but I would recommend the calamari if you've never tried it. Lastly, we got the fan favorite, Fish and Chips. They came out super fresh. I liked the tartar sauce that was served with it and paired really well with the fish. Great experience. Fast service. Definitely recommend! read more
1 month ago
Great chowder and Steamer clams. On the fish n chips menu, cod is your option. No halibut although, there are other options with chips; clams and oysters. It was very good. Great server and a great atmosphere. They were very busy inside but the outside patio wasn't too bad. Wear a coat because there are no heaters out there if you get cold easily. read more
It was pretty good, your typical fried fish and chip type place. On the expensive side, but it seemed to be the only thing open in this area when we were there! Very long wait to get seated and it was freezing outside...I ordered their biggest seafood platter with a little bit of everything in it. It was quite delicious and I'm pretty sure I ate all of it and walked away stuffed as a tick! I'd come back and try more things next time I'm in the area. read more
We were in town for the weekend and it was later than the usual dinner time hour. This place served our needs. We had 4 hungry appetites from a long drive on the road. The wind sure was blowing when we got to town so we were a bit chilled to the bone, to say the least. We walked in and were greeted by some friendly staff. We were seated immediately and provided menus. We placed our orders and food was delivered in a timely manner. There were other customers, it certainly wasn't dead on a Saturday night, one day after Christmas. Good sign. We tried the clam chowder. Wished I would have gotten a bowl of it. One of the best clam chowder soups that I've had in awhile. So flavorful and chunky! Will order a bowl next time! Chicken stips were hot, serving size was reasonable. They were decent. Nothing special just your typical chicken strips. The fries were crispy delicious! Fish tacos were good and tasty. Hamburger for the granddaughter with just ketchup. She ate most of it so it must have been good. She is not a food. I'm not sure how that's possible...I love to eat and try new stuff! Would I return to the Chowder House? Yes, but, I would try something else on the menu. read more
9 days ago
This place is phenomenal what a treasure. I wish I knew about it sooner. The food and service are both good. The taste is outstanding and good portion size. The restaurant is nice and clean. The patio is dog friendly which is a nice touch. I would highly recommend this place. It is one of the best clam chowders I have tasted. read more
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13 days ago
Super clean restaurant. Staff was pleasant and attentive. We had a cup of chowder, fish and chips, fried clams and steamer clams. The fried clams were fresh and not chewy at all. The chowder was rich and very tasty. Highly recommend!!! read more
I told my husband I wanted a simple, fresh bay shrimp salad and this is the place he chose for me. I feel like this is where the locals go (regularly!) and the lucky tourist. Very reasonable prices, variety of options and filling portions. Super casual and comfy atmosphere with two areas of indoor seating and a protected, dog friendly outdoor patio area. There is limited street parking, but a public lot just down the street towards the beach. Super friendly and sincere staff. read more
Service is adequate. Our server wasn't super friendly and seemed very impatient when we were deciding what to order. Food is okay. Lots of hits and misses. Calamari and chips were the best thing. Super fresh & perfectly cooked calamari. Chips were a cool shape that added to the mouth feel/texture. Shrimp tacos were also pretty good. Chowder was okay. I prefer Mo's over this chowder. It was overly creamy & lacked texture. Fish and chips were meh. No variety in the type of fish and the breading was subpar. Had nice dog friendly patio seating with a sheet overtop to block the direct sun. Seating inside looked nice as well. There's a public parking lot down the road where the restaurant is. Overall, it was a decent place to get dinner but I wouldn't go back. read more
9 months ago
This has always been my go-to spot for chowder whenever I'm in the area -- and it's easy to see why. Their clam chowder is outstanding: rich, creamy, and packed with generous, tender clams instead of just potatoes. I also have to RAVE about their golden fries. They recently changed the cut, and it's brilliant -- a perfect hybrid between thick, hearty fries and the delicate bite of a potato chip. They're crisp, well-seasoned, and genuinely addicting. The service here is another standout. Our waiter was attentive & friendly, making sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. The ambiance is always pleasant -- clean, welcoming, and just the right kind of relaxed for a casual meal or a quick bite. I can't recommend this place highly enough -- it's worth a stop just for that phenomenal clam chowder! read more
The Newport Chowder Bowl at Nye Beach AGAIN wins our votes for the BEST Clam Chowder on the Oregon Coast! Our go-to order is two bowls of their wonderful thick and creamy clam chowder ($8.50 each), and shared an order of Garlic Onion Cheese Bread ($8.00). I also ordered two-pieces of fried Cod on the side, and the fish and the Tartar Sauce are Excellent. (The Fish and Chips always look so good, but we're here for the Chowder). Lunch was Beyond Delicious! We always wait until mid-afternoon to go, usually a weekday, just to miss the lineup at 11am, when they open, and the lunch crush. The restaurant is neat and organized, comfortably cozy, very family friendly, the restrooms clean, and ... really hasn't changed since the awful fire, and thankfully reopening in 2004. Plenty of street and/or parking lot parking, except on weekends and holidays and during summer :) Service was friendly, courteous, quick and accurate (Thank You, Sara, Great Job!), which is hard to do in a restaurant as busy as the Newport Chowder Bowl. A Coastal Classic! Highly recommended, Five-Well-Deserved-Stars. read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
We were looking for a good local place that served fish and chips and we found one! We were greeted and seated immediately. After ordering. We didn't wait long before our food was served, piping hot! And the flavor....excellent!! I had the fish and chips - I ordered the 3 piece which I ended up sharing because the pieces were large and it came with large potato fries. My husband got the shrimp tacos which were also quite large and filling. The prices were also very reasonable and the serving portion's plentiful. We would definitely recommend Chowder Bowl! read more
4 months ago
Wonderful and very attentive wait staff and delicious food. I had my order in less than 10 minutes and was served promptly read more
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4 months ago
So good went back for more. Had a shrimp Louie salad. I couldn't believe the chill in the shrimp and the lettuce. Crunchy and oh so fresh. Dressing in the side. He had day 2 of grilled oysters with a lite breading and a dusting of Cajun spice. 2 days eating there. 5 stars on each day. read more
8 months ago
During our visit to Newport OR. we asked our hotel front desk clerk, "Who has the best Clam Chowder in town?" We were told, "Hands down, The Chowder Bowl." Let me tell y'all the desk clerk was not wrong. The Chowder Bowl's Chowder was delicious. First of all it was served HOT. When I'm served a bowl of soup I want it served so hot I have to blow on it so I don't scorch my tongue. It wasn't too thick or too thin. It had a good balance of clams to potatoes. Honestly it holds its own against some of the best clam chowder I've tried like at Ada's Fishhouse and Splash Cafe in Pismo Beach CA. Another thing I Loved about it was what it DIDN'T have in it - bacon. For me, bacon ruins chowder. I want to taste clams, not bacon. With the Chowder Bowl I could taste the clams. Mmm, mmm, mmh! OBTW, the service was great too. read more
2 years ago
We came in for lunch and had an amazing experience. The restaurant is cute and coastal. Service was good and fast. The food was delicious and comforting. For an appetizer, we shared the chili fries. I love that they don't put the chili on top of the fries. The chili was rich and delicious and I loved the shape of the fries. For my entree, I got the fish and chips. The fish was so flaky and flavorful. The batter was well seasoned and not too greasy. We had Shirley Temples, which was a fun menu item. Overall, it was a great experience! I'd love to come back again! read more
Yum!! Two of our favorite IPAs on draft (Breakside & Beak Breaker), and the chowder?? We are currently making our way through taste-testing ALL the coast chowders and this spot just took #1! The consistency was just right, and the abundance (but not too much) of thinly sliced clam was perfection! Added pat of butter on top adds to the delectable decadence. So tasty!! Patio vibe was just right and server was great. Nice work! read more
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What a huge serving of fried clamsthe potatoes were unique cut like old school chips. Enjoyed a cup of the clam chowder and the meal was large enough for a nice second serving on the beach a little bit later great service with a smile and a positive attitude read more
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