High Hope Tavern

Went to grab lunch and a drink today. We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip to start and then a…read morelittle while later we each got a sandwich. The service was friendly and we weren't rushed. We chatted and enjoyed the afternoon. Our food was great and the martinis were excellent. If you are in the area I suggest you check it out if you want a good drink and sandwich.

The Reese's martini taste just like Reese's pieces! It's dangerously good. Raspberry Lemonade was…read moreokay. The lemonade could've been better but tastes like a generic brand from the store. A nice homemade lemonade would've changed the drink drastically. Hot chocolate just taste like Swiss Miss packet with a stale cookie stick from two holidays ago. Food is mediocre at best. Olive tapenade is a classic. The grilled cheese is okay...it's grilled cheese and very overpriced. The decor is cozy and cool vibe. Very chill. Reminds me of the Friends comedy show decor. Establishment is very clean. Every time we needed something we had to go up to the bar to order and get help. I wish they had an actual person walk around to take orders. Service was pretty slow. It is a nice place to chill for drinks.

Buffalo chicken dip

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Reese's peanut butter martini

Owl & Dove

4.6(87 reviews)

0.0 mi

Owl & Dove is a charming restaurant overlooking the Pawkatuck River. They have a decent menu that…read moreis priced pretty fairly. We tried a few different things but our favorites were the tomato burrata and the chicken schnitzel. We didn't care too much for the Johnny cakes since it didn't have flavor to it. Our server was gracious enough to swap out our drink after sharing I didn't like. They do have a lovely drink menu tho with cocktails and mocktails.

Such a little gem in downtown Westerly, right on the river with friendly staff making you feel…read moreright at home. They had a great happy hour deal so I got $9 glass of house wine. The pickle board was a great appetizer; pickled onions, mushrooms, greens beans and cabbage with some cheese and meat. So good! The fish sandwich had delicious flavor, I just wish my piece of fish was bigger. The chicken schnitzel was the star of the show. Loved the squash risotto. Highly recommend checking out this place!

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Striped Bass Special

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Shrimp po boy

River Bar

3.9(98 reviews)

Service was great. Our waiter was very attentive…read more I had the Stonington scallops dish that was so yummy I gobbled it all up before taking a picture (oh well). My son ordered the cornbread that we all shared and that was also delicious. I would definitely return to the River Bar.

River Bar has a beautiful location right on the water, and the atmosphere and views are definitely…read morea highlight. The staff was extremely friendly, especially our outside bartender Gabrielle, who was fantastic, so personable and creative with her drinks. Honestly, the drinks and her service were the best part of our experience. We started with the lobster wraps, which were good, but the tarragon and dill were very strong and overpowered the lobster. Next we had the scallops for $38, which I didn't feel were worth the price about 12 small scallops with a bit of lettuce. They were cooked well, corn sauce was nice but nothing particularly special, and I would've ordered differently knowing what I was getting. We were still hungry, so we got the rigatoni, which was delicious. My only note was again the heavy use of fresh dill, which started to overpower an otherwise great dish. Overall, I would absolutely come back for the location, the great staff, and especially Gabrielle. I'd return for drinks and try different menu items next time.

One of the dining areas

Blooming onion absolutely delicious

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The Café

4.4(89 reviews)

Heading to an event at the United theater next door so we stopped in for dinner at The Cafe. What…read morea cute place! Dim lit. Gold trim. Enormous mirror above the bar. As we entered and did not have a reservation, we were seated at the bar. I can share- they did not fill up! We could easily been seated at a table but the bar was not an issue. Nice guys working the bar. We went very simple: tomato soup that comes with focaccia grilled cheese. The tomato soup was delivered with balsamic drizzle and anice grilled cheese stick. It was a great meal for a rainy day. It was good. We opted to share a dessert: sticky toffee pudding. It was soft and the caramel was sweet and smooth. DELICIOUS! Overall great experience. I would definitely return to The Cafe if in teh area again.

Visited for dinner without reservation after nearby troll trip. Enjoyed the ambience of the…read morerestaurant. It was yakitori night so we started with some chicken and pork belly. Took a while to arrive. The pork belly was exquisitely rendered with beautifully charred skin and tender meat. Lobster roll served warm was very good, the lobster was a little overcooked but still a highlight. Buttermilk Fried Chicken had super crisp skin and was executed and presented perfectly, great tasting together with the accompanied pickled vegetables and hot-honey butter. The best dish of the night. Sticky toffee pudding was as good as advertised: sticky, textured, with interesting mouthfeel offset by lightly whipped cream. Tequila based El Mariachi was tasty and balanced but not memorable.

Manchego croquettes

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Rumspresso & Tonic

Bird in Hand

4.0(22 reviews)

Simple review: Fantastic! The interior is comfortable yet…read moreelegant. The acoustics are excellent. It was 80% full and yet not the least bit loud. Service was spot on. Always available - yet not hovering. After all that - the food was the best part of the visit. The pork chop was tastefully seasoned and cooked to perfection! The portions were generous. Finally a place in Westerly for fine dining without the stuffiness or high prices or dim lighting! Great job all around Bird in Hand! I can't wait to go back!

Great food ! Nice addition to town andexcellent menu…read moreRelaxing atmosphere and ambiance Definitely will be back

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Hoofs Restaurant

4.1(162 reviews)

Best Restaurant! Food is Amazing! Drinks are Delicious! Awesome Service! Love This Place!read more

Third time visiting. First time, ok. Second time, nah. Third time, never again…read more Service, very slow. Food, very bland. Nope. Done.

Pork Chop Calabrese from Hoofs

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The Junction

3.7(6 reviews)

0.2 mi

Really nice, friendly locals bar. Good selection of beers on tap and bottles/cans. Food is better…read morethan average bar food. This is a haven for darts players, as there are 4 top quality boards, all with proper lighting. Space gets a little cramped at times, but this adds to the feeling of being in a lively, fun bar. It's down to earth, and very welcoming.

I can't say enough good things about this place! super friendly, attentive staff, great vibe and…read morethe chopped cheese is the best sandwich I've had in a very long time, and the price is very reasonable, and it's huge! It was my first time in there last night, I will be back trying everything on the menu for sure. Highly recommended!

Evie’s

4.1(85 reviews)

3.6 mi

Evie's was SO good! We had the lobster roll with fries and the lobster mac & cheese, and everything…read morewas delicious. The lobster was fresh, tender, and had absolutely no fishy taste at all. The mac & cheese was creamy and packed with lobster, and the fries were amazing too. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. We'll definitely be back!

The inside of the restaurant is bright and also very roomy you're not sitting right next to another…read moretable. Service was excellent after we were seated we immediately brought menus asked what we wanted to drink and our server was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The food is very good portions are tremendous. Definitely worth the ride there. I had the half wedge salad with Gorgonzola cheese that was yummy and made for another meal the next day. My sister had the macaroni and cheese which you ate for two days after that was also very good.

Truffle Fries

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Dock 9

4.7(23 reviews)

4.5 mi

Updating to add the pictures I found :) The food was delicious, the drink was spot on, and the…read moreatmosphere was very nice.

I love Dock 9! They have great specials and great drinks. The vibe is always so much fun. We go all…read morethe time

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Handlebar Cafe

3.8(13 reviews)

2.0 mi

I came here to see if they had Cottrell's beer. I needed to taste-test it as we're serving it at…read morethe rehearsal dinnah! This is a real-deal biker bar. Not as sketchy as the one in "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure," but still legit. The carpet is leopard-colored zebra print throughout the expansive space, they have darts, a couple pool tables, and a friendly bartender. I came in around 11:30 on a Saturdee and there were a few folks relaxing after a ride on their hogs. The bartender was playing Yahtzee or some other dice game with one of his patrons as I asked if they served Cottrell's. He was real nice to me considering I definitely did not fit into the scene and had no intention of setting up shop that day. It's a biker hangout, but I saw a guy who had just finished up playing golf, so all are welcome. Seems like it'd be a fun place to have some beers and shoot pool, so I will definitely be back to throw an Andrew Jackson in the juke and assemble a rockin' playlist.

Amazing food and spirits! Definitely recommend! Staff is friendly and very fast service!read more

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Mark S.

4 years ago

This place is a huge edition in downtown Westerly. We are up here every year for the leaves and now we can have a cool spot to spend a night on the town. The oysters we on point and the burger basically melted in my arteries. Gotta check this place out! Might want to call for a rez, this place is gonna be hard to get into. read more

Gerry A.

4 years ago

Had a great time at High Hope with some friends last weekend. The place had a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and great food! Love this spot and can't wait to go back and try more food and Drinks! What a great addition to the downtown Westerly area. read more

Nick D.

4 years ago

Atmosphere. Spirits. Cuisine. All you could ask for! We absolutely love it here. Whether we're looking to cozy up to the bar or dine in, it's the perfect fit. Can't wait to go back and try more! Keep up the great work HH read more

butch h.

4 years ago

The food is absolutely outstanding. We have been three times and have yet to be disappointed in the least. Quite frankly, it's the best food in town. read more

Michael D.

4 years ago

Great food and very friendly/attentive staff. I will definitely be coming back

Luke A.

4 years ago

Great service, fantastic food, even better drinks!

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