My family and I celebrated my dad's birthday at Sail Loft this past weekend and it was another…read morefantastic experience! The food, service, and atmosphere were all 10/10. I've been here several times over the last year and I've honestly never had a bad experience. :) If you have room for dessert, I recommend the blueberry lemon bread pudding, it is absolutely incredible and easily one of my favorite desserts around !!!

This was my first time at sail loft and it was great. The service was top notch and the food was…read moretasty. It's cute inside but a reservation is definitely a good idea as it was quite crowded. The drinks that we tried were all quite tasty. The calamari was good. The fried chicken Caesar wrap was great. It didn't have croutons so beware if you're looking for that, but it had great flavor. I was a little hesitant to have the peanut butter thing cheesecake as I don't know why you'd stray from the peanut butter thing. That being said, it was delicious and I would definitely get it again.

Glad I found one last New England review before running out of content and reviewing subway…read morestations. This is a perfect vibe, obviously a legit local-approved non-tourist spot but friendly to newcomers. The famous clam boil was awesome, and intimidatingly large with two pounds of mollusks. There's a dusting of possibly pepper flakes but mostly the oceanic flavor is in charge. Sometimes I don't have all the answers but do know the questions. The famous boil uses steamers. There's a littleneck item and a littleneck/steamer combo on the menu; given that these aren't the famous boils I reckon they aren't two pounds but I imagine they aren't small. The king clam boil includes corn, I'm not sure if it's otherwise the same as the famous boil.

Seafood is very good. More of a dive type of place on the bar side but then a gorgeous back room…read more Love it here. Service very friendly.

With the salty brine of sea air Frank B is reporting for the docks of New Bedford and I'm here to…read moreshare THE BLACK WHALE establishment for a lunch time meal to awesome! Sounds of fishing vessels horns blowing throughout the New Bedford harbor and Wow what a view for dining. Today I dined in the Indoor / Outdoor bar area with a very and picturesque view of fishing vessels. Folks if you're thinking of enjoying a meal on the docks well this is your spot for that experience. Ok enough about visuals let's talk about food and wow what a meal.. A refreshing Watermelon sangria kicked off things. Totally an amazing refreshing cocktail I didn't expect to order, in fact I've never had a watermelon sangria prior to this meal. Folks this is a must order so listen and drink up. Rhode Island Calamari & a cup of New England Clam Chowder started my dining expereince off. Rich chunky clam chowda didn't disappoint and I only wished I'd ordered a bowl vs a cup. Calamari was perfectly breaded with an aioli sauce for dippin. Yes I had the hot cherry peppers placed on side as you can see but my dining partner enjoyed it, I'm just not into hot cherry peppers, so deal with it... Ok for main meal I ordered Tempura Shrimp sushi & chilled prawns... My sushi was primo and I enjoyed every bite. You can really appreciate sushi when you have fresh quality seafood ingredients and I'm almost positive these shrimp came off one of these boats. Wait I also had a chilled prawns cocktail which I shared but wish I hadn't LOL. I cannot express how pleased I was with my food and the staff who waited on me. They were an exceptional crew serving exceptional food and will defiantly be dining here soon! FRANK B OVER & OUT !

As a native New Englander, I don't say this lightly: this was one of the best seafood meals we've…read morehad in a very long time. Phenomenal oysters and shrimp; seared tuna was stellar! We made the rookie mistake of showing up without a reservation on a Tuesday night, and the restaurant was packed. The hostess, who was in training, handled the situation with such poise. She was warm, thoughtful, and transparent about the 45-minute wait, which we genuinely appreciated. What really set the tone, though, was Will. I later learned he was one of the owners, but you never would have guessed it. He wasn't standing back overseeing the dining room; instead, he was in it, working just as hard as everyone else. He welcomed us personally, empathized, and even offered us a cocktail while we waited. As we sat nearby, we watched him gently coach the hostess in training. There was humor, kindness, and encouragement, balanced with clear expectations: simple reminders like making sure every guest is greeted the moment they walk through the door. It was leadership by example. He carried himself with humility, intention, and a work ethic that he clearly models for his entire team. Watching those interactions made me appreciate the restaurant even before we sat down to eat. By the end of the meal, the wait didn't matter one bit. In fact, after experiencing both the hospitality and the food, we completely understood why the restaurant was full on a Tuesday night. The service was exceptional. I'll update this review once I remember our server's name because she absolutely deserves recognition. She was attentive, incredibly hardworking, and gracefully managed not only our table but the many families with children around us. The manager also stopped by to check on us, and it felt entirely sincere. The model started at the top and was clearly part of their ethos. They were so generous which is why we recommend this spot to anyone visiting the area! The food was every bit as impressive as the service. The shrimp cocktail featured some of the largest, freshest shrimp I've had in years--perfectly chilled and absolutely delicious. The oysters were impeccably fresh and beautifully presented. Every dish reinforced why New England seafood has the reputation it does. Great restaurants serve great food. Exceptional restaurants create a culture that guests can actually feel. This place does both. We'll absolutely be back--and next time, we'll be smart enough to make a reservation.

Have visited a number of times and am never disappointed by whatever I order. Excellent portions…read morefor the price and a wait staff beyond compare. If I lived a little closer I would eat there at least once a week but although I also live in Dartmouth the Cove is 12 miles from my house. Well worth the trip though. Love the oldies music too.

Seafood quality was fresh and delicious. They offer 2 complimentary clam cakes -- was a nice…read moresurprise. Ordered their cold lobster roll and it was loaded generously and lobster meat was sweet and had a perfect snap. Really liked their fried clam bellies, would skip the quahog. They are currently renovating their outside just in time for summer!

I'm actually really shocked at the rating of this place. It's been around a long time, and in my…read moreexperience, the food is always consistent, the way staff is great and they always find a way to sit you on the busiest nights. We generally sit outside during the summer months. We go to Horseneck Beach a lot and this place is a stable when we want a sit down dinner. They have a fire pit with wood, which I absolutely love. They also have a tent set up that has an outside bar and a lot of tables. We have sat inside before in October after surfing as it gets kind of chilly. I've had a lot of stuff on their menu. I'd have to say my favorite dish is their eggplant fries. They are cooked perfectly every time, come with an aïoli and are really just absolutely one of my favorite foods. The picture I posted is from a lobster BLT special and as you can tell, they didn't skimp on the lobster. I've also had their lobster roll, which is absolutely delicious. They have homemade coleslaw that accompany many of the dishes and I highly recommend that too. The staff is always great, especially considering that most of them are part-time and working a summer job. They carry soda from a local soda company, which is awesome as they support all local businesses, including breweries. The drinks are a little pricey, but aligned with other places that are open seasonally around the area. They have an extensive dessert menu with quite a few homemade desserts. I've liked everyone that I've had from them! This will remain in our restaurant rotation, and I would suggest that you check it out for yourself. It's a great family owned restaurant that makes you feel like family.

The absolute best lobster roll around!You cannot beat the combination of a perfectly prepared…read morelobster roll and a beautiful view right by the water. You can really feel the care that goes into this place--it's clean, welcoming, and has that excellent, tight-knit family-run vibe that makes you want to keep coming back. Fresh, delicious, and highly recommended! ! If you're looking for a

Drinks at we good. So are the clams. Wish there were more options…read more Bartender is solid.

Pretty solid tavern food with a few Portuguese favorites thrown in. Or at least I'm guessing that's…read morewhat Portuguese fried rice is- I really don't know, it was one of the most perplexing dishes I have ever tasted. Overall the food was well made and delicious, so it's worth a stop if you happen to be near the whaling museum.

Their last day for the season is listed a Labor Day. With that in mind, my wife and I went there…read moreyesterday (Friday 9/4) at 1:30 for lunch. There was a 20 minute wait (understandable) but once w gave our order things went south. They appeared completely understaffed and my oysters took forever to get to our table and was out of sync with our lunch & drinks (I was told they were short a shucker). Trying to get a second drink was impossible, got in line at the outside bar and then was told it was a tour group and to go to the inside food line! We left instead, it was obvious they had checked-out early for the season!!

I came here after the book fair nearby and the natural advantages made for a wonderful experience…read more The location is lovely, as you're right by the water but it's not crowded at all. The weather the day I went was ideal. The cold lobster roll is a decent offering. At $28, it's not super expensive, compared to spots closer to Boston. While it's not a huge roll, the lobster was decently tender and had modest flavor. It did not have too much mayo or filler. Not the most amazing lobster I've ever had but it's a good offering. The frozen lemonade, while it's about 8-10 oz, is nice deal at $2. The drink was smooth and not too sweet. Service was friendly enough and did not negate the good experience. The restaurant was clean and tidy, which can be the opposite at some of these clam/lobster shacks.

We recently celebrated our daughter's 30th birthday at Midtown Oyster Bar with 24 family and…read morefriends, and we had such a wonderful experience! Leana was fantastic to work with from the start--professional, helpful, and genuinely caring about making the night special. Meg was wonderful as well, and a huge thank you to Crystal, our server, who went above and beyond. She even helped us decorate the table and gave us five-star service all night. She really helped make the celebration special! The food, drinks, atmosphere, and service were all great. Midtown has been one of our favorite places in Newport for years--we enjoy it so much that we've even spent part of Christmas Eve there! Thank you to Leana, Meg, Crystal, and the entire Midtown team for making our daughter's 30th birthday such a memorable night. We'll definitely be back!

We were lucky to snag a last min rez on Open Table for the raw bar on a busy Sat night…read more Service was good - even tho they were very busy, they made sure to get our drink order relatively quickly. It was fun to watch the guys shuck oysters even tho we didn't order any. The food was pretty good too. We shared a salad and a halibut plate. The portion was a good size for sharing - not too much and not too little. We split the soup as well. We even took a key lime mini pie to go. This was prob my favorite part of the whole meal. Drinks were good - I had a Downeast Cider and my hubby had a Guinness. The cider tasted a little funny like off - I let the server know. This place is super busy so if you're looking for a more "romantic" place to have dinner, you prob want to check out some other options. But if you're just looking for a place to chill and have a good meal, you've come to the right place. I would def. come back when we're in town.

I've come here a couple of times the last few days! Once on Saturday for some drinks with friends…read moreand then last night for trivia! Drinks are awesome (completely forgot to capture because so they were fantastic)! Service was great, staff bartenders super friendly. Trivia was great, won 2nd place! The Mozambique wings were fantastic, crispy, juicy and the the dry rub was so so good. Definitely will come back for either a night out of drinks, some trivia or just hanging out with friends. Restuarant is clean, updated and cozy

I was so excited to try this place for brunch. We picked up our bibs for the New Bedford half…read moremarathon and then went here immediately after. It was around 11 AM. We will probably seated by the hostess and provided menus. I asked if they had any brunch specials in the waitress let me know that there were some issues with the kitchen and that they wouldn't be serving brunch, only lunch. To say I was disappointed was an understatement. We are never around this area and I finally got to try this place and unfortunately, I opted to walk out. It was cute inside and smelled good. The drink list looked decent. Read it based on my interaction with the hostess, the waitress and how she handled the situation. Unfortunately, I didn't have a chance to try anything.

Wonderful food, we shared several plates among four of us. Every dish was awesome!…read more We ordered: marinated olives, raw oysters, the tater tot, whipped ricotta, focaccia, green goddess salad, garganelli x 2, spaghetti, striped bass, NY strip. And shared 3 desserts. We went in June, perfect weather to sit outside. Next door was a live band, which was loud, making it hard to hear each other. But still ooking forward to coming back one day!

Ive been meaning to check out Little Moss for a while now and boy was it worth the wait. Nice…read morequaint little restaurant, server was nice food was amazing. Best oysters Ive ever had in my life really good burrata and amazing pasta. This place is a hidden gem!