I've eaten here many times, it was a favorite spot of my dad when he was alive. It's very small,…read moretables are close & unfortunately the acoustics are horrible. The restaurant was packed & so noisy, my party of 6 had to literally shout in order to hear each other. The staff was very welcoming & friendly & had our table ready as I called ahead. Orders were taken right away but it took forever for our food to come. I ordered eggs over medium (they came cooked all the way through) & sausage which just did not taste good. Once we all finished we waited a very long time & had to ask for the bill ....and we still waited, & waited. The prices had gone up quite a bit since my last visit. Maybe it was just a "one off", but unfortunately it was enough to make me say, I don't think I'll be going back. Again - the people were lovely but that's not enough when you're paying $30 for two breakfasts.

Great food and service. The blonde Hostess was so efficient…read morekeeping The dining room running smoothly. Excellent egg sandwich and home fries. Will treat myself again when I'm in the area.

Food! ambiance was great...service was great too ! Great beach place for watching the ocean and…read morerelaxing.

Waitress was extremely rude and dismissive. Food was served…read morecold, waitress did not check back after the food was delivered and when she finally came back I gave her my untouched cold plate (she never asked if everything was ok) she said "you want a box" I said no, the food was given to me cold. She said "yeah ok, I'll take it off the bill " I grew up in Matunuck, it definitely is not the way it use to be. This particular older woman (with such a bitchy demeanor) should not be waiting on tables or bartering in what use to be a special place for people that call Matunuck home.

We had a great experience here for our anniversary dinner. The restaurant was incredibly…read moreaccommodating of our toddler and his egg allergy, which made us feel completely at ease. Our server was attentive, thoughtful, and genuinely welcoming. The food was delicious, with great flavor and generous portions. Both the roasted oysters and the crispy fried oysters were the most memorable bites of the evening. They were delicate, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Our entrées were equally impressive and generously portioned. And to top it all off, the homemade limoncello was the perfect ending. It was thyme and chamomile flavored. We can't wait to come back!

I've been here multiple times for dinner and brunch and definitely had a good time…read more The deviled eggs are amazing! They also have a pavlova dessert that I highly recommend. The wine list is good. The coffee (bees knees I think) is outstanding. Parking is right behind. Ask for a window table to enjoy people watching. Service is server dependent someday good someday great. Cute ambiance and great food.

Another great visit. I tried the BALT this time. Whole sandwich was good but the this, well…read moretoasted bread made it! Hope to get back soon!

Excellent breakfast sandwiches and premium coffee/tea beverages. Cute decor. Friendly staff. Would…read moredefinitely recommend.

I visited Persephone's Kitchen twice during my trip to Block Island. The first time I tried Lunch…read moresandwiche " Ti penso" and "Envy" smoothie. On my second visit,I wanted to try something diferent, so I ordered the Simple Egg with whole wheat bread and added bacon. I also ordered the Envy Smoothie again because it was so good that I never forget about it. the atmosphere is good.the first time, there was more spaces I ate inside. the second time, it was busy, but the line moved quickly, so I took my lunch to the beach. The price is fair because the quality is really good.I love spending money on food that is actually worth it! I really enjoyed the place and the quality of the food,I'll definitely come back every time I visit the Island. If you're visiting Block island, I definitely recommend stopping here.

I was curious about this place. Each time we walked by there was a line out the door so I knew it…read morewould be good.....I didn't expect it to be addictive! The mocha was rich and smooth and so decadent! I asked the staff to pick a pastry and I ended up with a fabulous mixed berry scone. I was moist and flavorful and loaded with fresh berries. I truly enjoyed this meal, the porch of the National was the perfect location to enjoy it!

Awesome breakfast. Huge portions. Fast service. This is the best place in the area for breakfastread more

What a great breakfast spot! I ordered scrambled eggs over corned beef hash, perfection! Homemade…read morehash, delicious. I ordered a side of fruit. This is my barometer for a quality restaurant. The fruit was as fresh as a resort in the Caribbean. Home run. Attentive service and big windows. We will be back

Apparently most of Rhode Island gets super crowded and it's hard to find reservations during the…read moresummer. It was a pretty long wait (an hr or so) and when we were seated, they put us in the back room all to ourselves which was very nice. It's a large establishment with an extensive menu. We also really enjoyed the coffee and matcha choices. We were a pretty decent sized group about 8 of us. Everyone was happy with their meals. I got an egg white wrap with cheese and veggies. Service was good, very accommodating. Portions and prices were also pretty decent.

I still love this place and have been coming for years. I came with my family for a birthday…read morebreakfast. I had the lil RHODY. I always get my home fries southwest style. It was delicious. My son loves their ooey gooey French toast. My husband and other son liked their meals as well. I got the tequila sunrise mimosa which was good and my husband loves their coffee. We had a great breakfast. They have a nice parking lot. We were greeted by the host and a little wait but they have nice seating while you wait. Our server Andrew was amazing.

BEST breakfast place in block island! absolutely amazing here! they had 2 completely vegan…read morebreakfast options and i absolutely loved them! they also have the option for you to make your own smoothies which was great too! went here 3 days in a row during my trip! absolutely amazing food and the staff was amazing!! definitely will be back next time i go to block island

Cute little breakfast place on the island. I rushed and ended up picking a coffee I wasn't the…read morebiggest fan of, but that's ok. I ordered the goat sandwich, which was good, but I felt like it could use some kind of breakfast sauce or drizzle or something. It needed just...something. Definitely was enjoyable though and I'd go back to try more items on their menu.

The Shanty is one of those places I don't go to nearly enough and I really need to change that…read more I was specifically craving hand-cut fries and theirs did NOT disappoint. I got the Big Ol' Burger and it was so good. Cooked perfectly, the special sauce was delicious and as you can probably tell from the photo, the fries were exactly what I was looking for. Everything tastes really fresh here. It has that farm-to-table quality, but in a relaxed, laid-back (but still really pretty) setting. We came for lunch and I loved that they had brunch options too. We didn't get any adult beverages but I was very tempted by the entire drink menu, so next time! Our service was also outstanding. Really everything was A+. Definitely a local spot that I need to remember to go to more often.

In town for work and was looking for a place to grab a bite after work. I found The Shanty on Yelp…read more The moment I opened the door I was greeted, by the owner, with the most upbeat personality and smile! She showed me to my table, brought a carafe of water, and welcomed me in. I was quickly welcomed by Sergio, my server, who shared the special and the soup of the day. Once I ordered my soda I took in the ambiance of the bar, new lights, and the rest of the restaurant. It's not a large building but they make every inch count. Now, the reason you're reading this review- THE FOOD. I ordered the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich with a Caesar Salad. The chicken (photo below) was perfectly cooked, topped with hot honey, slaw, pickles, and ranch then placed on a soft brioche bun. The meal was reasonably priced as well at $33 which included tip. I will absolutely be back to the Shanty next time I'm in town.

The bagels were stellar, the order was ready and fresh right when we pulled up after online…read moreordering, and the staff were mind and welcoming! Will definitely come back next time we are in the area. Very cute interior and want to go back to view the upstairs area as well.

Delightful breakfast at this simple but delicious stop. We got there at 11 and they were sold out…read moreof their sour dough bagels . We ended up with a hungry man wrap of pork and eggs. It's chockful of yumminess and my husband enjoyed every bite. I got a grilled egg and cheese on rye bread and it was also perfect. There are a few tables outside if you are lucky enough to grab one. If it had a water view it would be perfection!