Holy cow. This place really lived up to the hype. Service, menu, taste...everything was fantastic…read more Sat outside with our pup. This place clearly gets busy quickly so glad we got there when we did. Got to enjoy the cocktail hour specials in addition to the regular menu. We tried a little of everything and everything was so delicious. There is still a ton more I want to come back to try. Martini and fries, dozen oysters, brussel sprouts, crudo, tofu bahn mi. Each of them was 10/10. Natural cut fries are my favorite and they were perfect. Brussel sprouts were rich and indulgent. The oysters came with lime and a kimchi mignionette. So fresh and unique. Crudo came with a decadent chili crisp. Flavorful and refreshing. The bahn mi looked pretty bland but was actually a delightful combination of flavors. We subbed the fries for a side salad and it was absolutely perfect. Plenty of street parking in Wakefield. Love that they're dog friendly. Overall excellent!

Over the years, in all the different places I've lived, I've had a favorite restaurant where I'd…read moreeventually become a regular. Purslane is that place for me after one amazing dinner a few weeks ago that I can't stop thinking about. The food is outstanding without being fussy. The service is warm without being too much. The space is beautifully decorated, and there's even coffee table photography books in the bathroom, like come on! Last but not least, they have the Champagne of Beers, so you know it's my jam. I only wish I lived closer but it's worth the drive and I'm looking forward to more memorable meals here.

We stopped by Terminesi' for dinner the other night. I'll be honest, I had been once before during…read morethe RI Food Fights and had a meatball grinder that was not my favorite. It was so garlicky that I thought it must have been a mistake. The meatballs had whole cloves in them. I LOVE garlic but I couldn't eat the sandwich as it was overpowering. However, Wakefield is lacking in a good Italian place and I did think this may have been a mistake, so I gave it another try. It also helped that they have $.50 wings on Monday. I ordered 8 buffalo wings and rigatoni & meatballs. Well I was pleasantly surprised. The wings were excellent. I think they make their own buffalo sauce and i detected that they used butter (which is always a good thing). Not too hot but a kick. The pasta and meatballs were good. The sauce was not my favorite but that is a matter of taste. The price was a bit high but not outrageous. The service was a little slow, but I suspect that was my server as she never seemed to be on the floor, while the other 2 were very visible. All in all, a nice experience.

Elizabeth served me an incredible lunch!…read more Wasn't super hungry, and it was my first visit so I wanted to try a few things, therefore I went with three sides and an iced tea. Any guesses? Meatballs... Garden salad with ranch dressing, apparently better than the Italian And a side of broccoli. Everything was great, especially the meatballs. Their red sauce is excellent. Will return for the smash burger, and to see Elizabeth's smile. Even the music in there is good Highly recommended!

Was very good food and enjoyed the location, right on the beach and the waitstaff was super awesome…read morethe whole time. I ordered the swordfish with coos-coos and it was great. My wife got the shrimp special and it was good too. The cocktails were perfect. The sound of the crashing waves made it just the perfect atmosphere.

It's sad to say that our first experience at this restaurant was one of the most unprofessional…read moreimpressions we've ever experienced. Upon our 5:30 p.m. arrival, my wife and I were immediately seated in the far corner of the outdoor patio. From the beginning, the host's demeanor came across as cold and dismissive. When she told us to "enjoy," her tone made it clear she didn't mean what she said. When our waitress arrived, she wanted to explain what the daily specials were, but before she began, we politely asked if we could move to another section of the patio so we could sit in the sun. After speaking with the host, she returned with what I can only describe as a smart-ass attitude, saying, "Those tables are for people who actually have reservations." We completely understood if those tables were reserved, but there was absolutely no reason for the condescending attitude. Instead, we were moved to another corner table, and after the host decided to tell us "enjoy" with the same condescending tone. Once we sat down, I asked the waitress if she could explain the daily specials, but then she quickly replied, "now that we're at a different table, the other waitress/waiter will have to do that" since it wasn't her "zone". As we sat there, we couldn't help but notice what appeared to be a noticeable difference in how other guests were treated. The tables that gave off what I would describe as a more "upper class" appearance, well-dressed white guests who appeared more affluent, seemed to receive a warmer welcome and far more attentive service. Whether that was intentional or not, we couldn't shake the feeling that we were viewed differently. I'm white myself, but perhaps my tattoos or the fact that I was dining with my Brazilian wife caused us to be perceived differently. I honestly don't know. What I do know is that we left feeling like we didn't fit the restaurant's idea of its preferred clientele. For example, our waitress never offered us the option of tap or bottled water, while nearby "upper class" tables were given that choice. Around 6:10 p.m., we ordered appetizers, which took roughly 20 minutes to arrive, while tables seated after us were already receiving their food. We then placed our entrée orders and waited... and waited... and waited. In addition, we found a hair in the salad that we ordered, and when we brought it up to the waitress, her only answer was "that's impossible, everyone in the kitchen wears hairnets... At approximately 6:40 p.m., the hostess came to our table and explained there had been a "mix-up" because we had switched tables, causing our entrée order to be delayed. That explanation made very little sense. How does simply switching tables result in an order being delayed by that much? It pointed to a serious lack of communication between the front of the house and the kitchen. By approximately 6:50 p.m., I believe a manager came to our table and asked if there was anything he could do. At that point, I bluntly asked for the check because waiting well over an hour for our food was simply unacceptable. Ironically, our entrées finally arrived around 7:00 p.m., but by then we had completely lost our appetite. I sent the food back and again requested the check. Even then, it still took another 10 minutes to receive it. To the hostess's credit, she apologized, and I told her I appreciated the apology. However, I also explained that this restaurant clearly has a major communication problem. More importantly, the dismissive attitude we experienced from the moment we walked in set the tone for the entire evening and left us feeling unwelcome. In a nutshell: We waited an hour and a half for our food we never received, we were mistreated, felt discriminated, and there were still PLENTY of open tables in the patio facing the sun. This was our first visit to Narragansett, and unfortunately it was not the welcome we expected. I didn't even bother asking if the restaurant offered a military discount because, by that point, I already felt like we didn't belong. We will NEVER return.

Another wonderful dinner here--just as enjoyable as our visit back in January…read more Service from Griffin was exceptional. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, taking the time to explain the specials and answer all of my menu questions with patience. Truly five-star hospitality that elevated the entire experience. We started with the complimentary bread and butter--a simple but appreciated touch. The salad special was well executed: mixed greens with mandarin oranges, apples, strawberries, almonds, and walnuts, all lightly dressed in a honey mustard vinaigrette. Fresh, vibrant, and well-balanced. They split the salad for us for a minimal fee, which was absolutely worth it given the generous portion. I had the North Atlantic salmon over angel hair pasta--tender, flavorful, and cooked just right. My husband's pasta special with shrimp, scallops, and lobster in a pink vodka sauce was equally good, with fresh seafood and great flavor throughout. We ended with the key lime pie, which was light and refreshing--the perfect finish. Consistently good food, warm service, and a relaxed local vibe--exactly the kind of place that turns a casual dinner into a spot you keep coming back to.

I visited Spain with my family for dinner and it was not what I expected from a Spanish restaurant…read more Most of the items on the menu are heavy dishes that lean more Italian-American or American in my opinion. Vegetarian options are very limited-the evening I visited there was a pasta with vegetables and vodka sauce, a spinach dish and grilled vegetables. I ordered the grilled vegetables and got a giant platter of many different types of vegetables. This was fine except there was half an avocado on top that even a very generous drizzle of balsamic glaze couldn't hide was past it's prime. I only looked at the wines by the glass, but there was one Spanish white and one Rioja. I ordered the white wine and it was solid. My family ordered the veal parmesan, fried calamari, linguine with clams, a mushroom appetizer, and coconut shrimp and they were happy with their dinners. The veal, calimari and linguine had a lot of oil. All of the portions are huge and there's a $5 fee for sharing, so definitely come with an appetite.

Very good food just not worth $145.00. No more than $90 per person would be reasonable.read more

I can't say anything bad about this place. The service -…read moreA+ The atmosphere - A+ The food - A+++++++ You can tell everyone loves working here and they are treated so well. Our waitress Stacy is on her 24th year and we saw Mandy who waited on us the past 2 years prior. My boyfriend beat his record 4 lobsters and 25 bacon wrapped scallops. I opted for 1 lobster and tons of crab legs. And the stuffed mushrooms are delish. But let's not forget we always get a coffee milkshake after dinner and before we hit the dessert bar. We tend to think it settles the stomach. Who knows, but it works in our minds and is SO GOOD! I had a little of everything. I love love love the food here. And I got to see Selma the mini horse. She seemed to remember me. (Let me pretend we're friends). Thank you Nordic for making our annual road trip yet again, the best part of our summer. I love you - you complete me!! Xoxo

Great ambience, lovely view. 3 stars because of food which was very bland. We had two clams with…read morelinguini both with a very small portion of pasta and tons of broth. We had to ask for bread to soak it up. Pesto pasta with salmon was just also bland. Asked for more pesto sauce hoping it would help but didn't. Waitress was lovely but very busy and we had little contact. I went last year with similar experience and hoped for a different one this year. Lots of hype but set expectatiions with food. TOTALLY over rated with much better dining options in the area. Won't be going back for anything more than a drink and stuffie. If you are going for the views and atmosphere you won't be disappointed.

We did the 10 am tour of the oyster farm and then had lunch under the tent. My wife loved her…read morelobster roll and I had blackened tuna which I enjoyed. I also enjoyed 3 of their freshly harvested oysters which were excellent. I enjoyed one of the local draft beers. The waitress was excellent and eating right after the tour made parking easy (valet only) and we beat the crowd. The oyster farm tour was fascinating and the tour guide (a 10 year employee) was great. (But I'm a nerd who loves learning about new things.)

I'm so glad we stopped here on the last day of our Rhode Island trip! The restaurant had a…read morefantastic menu, delicious oysters, fresh sushi, and a great atmosphere. We ordered the oysters, sushi, a Bloody Mary, and the Dog Beach Bowl, and everything was excellent. The service was fast and friendly, making for a great overall dining experience. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area!

I headed to TwoTen Oyster bar with my sister this past Monday. We had a 6pm reservation and the…read moreplace was packed! After sitting down we waited about 15 minutes before a server came over to greet us which was pretty upsetting. Once the server arrived she took our drink order and shortly came back to tell us that the sparkling water we ordered was unavailable. This is understandable as the restaurant has just recently opened back up, but the fact that she proceeded to leave our table again for 10 minutes was not. We watched as other tables spoke to their server often, and tried frequently to get the attention of ours. We had to practically beg her to order. Once we placed our order the food came out in a timely fashion. The food itself was solid, but the service was just so bad it makes me hesitant to want to come back again.

First trip to Celeste, but def not my last! Our server Jared was the best, as was Ali and…read moreAlessandra (I think i have the name right, but correct if I'm wrong!). We honestly couldn't have asked for better staff interaction. Everyone was friendly, personal and genuinely cared about our time there! Also hats off to the chef! Jared told us he was the best and I can agree! This was quite possibly one of the best meals I've had all year! We shared a special of the night ( goat cheese, beets, peaches and hot honey) and the salad that is set to be a new menu item. Everything was locally sourced and these dishes were a 10/10! It was hard to choose and entree so Emily C and I split the cod and the steak sirloin. The cod was to die for. The best I've ever had. The sirloin was chefs kiss and the sauce and asparagus it paired with (and potatoes too) were all out of this world! While i was already full, the dessert menu is a must. We went with a lemon dessert and oh my goodness was it to die for! Drinks were amazing too---I had a spritz and a very tasty mocktail! Ambiance both inside and outside are beautiful. Since it was a sunny summer night we sat outside, but inside is equally stunning. It is very upscale chic and so pretty! Thank you for a wonderful experience! I'll be back for the staff, especially our server David, another drink, the eggplant sandwich and more of the dessert menu! I see why Yelp raves about this new spot! It is !

Have not been in since it changed from Trio but wow have I been missing out!! Everything was…read moresuperb! The Apricot Spritz - incredible, the least sweet of the 3 listed spritzes, so refreshing and crisp, just the perfect summer drink! We had the Salmon and the Steak Frites and both were cooked perfectly and delicious! Kids had the cheese pizza which was also thoroughly enjoyed! What a treat for the kids meals to also have a hummus/carrot appetizer, side of green beans, and a scoop of gelato to finish off their meals! Our server Alyssa was so wonderful and attentive! We had a beautiful evening here and can't wait to come back!