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    Thames Waterside Bar & Grill

    2.6 (276 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars, Salad
    Open 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    THAMES WATERSIDE BAR & GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Sweet garlic teriyaki
    Holly W.

    RI Food Fight- Lord of the Wings 2025: I was already a fan of Thames as I love the location, view and vibe here. (Feel free to read my previous reviews.) It was a cold, snowy January night and Thames just gives off a warm vibe. This was our first time at the bar. We went with an Asian Sweet Chili wing. Cooked to perfection. The sauce was not too sweet but just right. The bartender, not very chatty but nice. Since we were out winging, I couldn't stuff any dessert in, but it didn't mean I couldn't take any home! They had a great selection and since another location let me down on pecan pie, I went with a pecan bar. I had it later that night. It was just that. Think of something from a bakery. It was not as flavorful as pecan pie (it was there but not overwhelming.) I liked that everything was crumbled on top and had a soft flaky crust. Nice alternative to pie. It was a great 5th stop on our adult wing day. We will be back Thames!

    Lauren A.

    Looking for a warm, elevated vibe in Bristol? Thames Waterside in the wintertime has it. While gorgeous in the summertime, off season has it feeling intimate. A fireplace crackles in the corner while regulars perch at the bar chatting about the weekends adventures. Our bartender was the perfect blend of helpful while giving us the space to enjoy our food and chat. We ordered garlic teriyaki wings and they were outstanding. Huge is an understatement as these were quite meaty. Like I cannot emphasize enough how much meat were on these wings. They were well fried, crispy without overdoing it. Just the pure snap of chicken skin, sans breading. The sauce evenly coated and balanced in flavor, not overly salty as some teriyaki sauces can be. I enjoyed a pomegranate spritzer with them and it was perfectly wintery and refreshing. As a Bristolian, this place is always on my list of recommendations. I hope you'll try it and experience it for yourself! I came here because of the RI Food Fights event: Lord of the Wings

    This used to be one of the favorite places to go. Quite honestly, the regulars kept this place afloat by sticking by them during Covid. WHY have they been thru so many managers in the past year????! The drinks are one of the most expensive in town. Not only have they lost good managers but they have fired or "cancelled" most the best bartenders they had. Outside of the summer, (also locals), this is not the hot spot !! They have strong armed the public with the view & location. Same out of owners the Beach House and The Wave. They are only in town for the $$$$. Personality goes a long way in the lean winter months! This is not NYC or Newport. Do better!!

    From rooftop

    As a local Bristolian I was a regular here for years. They've fired all the longtime waitstaff and bartenders that brought the locals in year round. Now whether it is in the downstairs restaurant or the rooftop bar the locals are gone. All that that you will find here are college kids, their parents, and people who are having weddings next door. The restaurant itself is in shambles. Never any work or repairs are done. The drink prices are outrageous. On par with Newport or Block Island if not more. Visitors take note, if locals won't support the restaurant that's all you need to know.

    Fish sandwich
    Maryan P.

    I'm not sure why this place had such low reviews. The outside eating area was amazing on a top 10 day. Their outside eating area has a sunshade over your head which is great and there were a few seats that were not under that cover and the view of the water was amazing. The were plenty of staff and they were quick and efficient. Our waitress came to our table with waters for us before even introducing herself. I saw all patrons getting offered water without being asked. I saw plates of food coming out and they all looked great which gave me a hard time on what to order so I went with pastrami reuben which was hugh and amazing! Instead of a side of fries I got a side salad. LOOK at the size of my side salad. I only ate 1/2 my sandwich and took the rest home. They also had an area above where we were sitting that you could only order drinks. I'm sure they had a stunning view up there as well. We tried to make reservations thru Open Table but they required a credit card and we didn't want to do that. I highly recommend that you do make a reservation because moments later after we checked in people were being told there would be an hour wait because of those who made reservations!

    Fish & Chips
    Ryon M.

    Great location, great service, great food, and just an overall great vibe. Not sure why this place gets so many negative reviews but I would definitely come back here. It's nothing fancy but you shouldn't leave here hungry or thirsty. They had a great drink selection along with great portions on their food. I had the fish and chips, it was massive!

    Pastrami Ruben with onion rings.  $$$ very sad to say it was not good.
    Kimberley L.

    Today was wonderful weather to eat here. View is amazing. Staff friendly. Drinks very good. Food used to be better. Priced does not match the quality of food. Dining area is spacious. Large dark bar.

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    Bathrooms were disgusting! needs major clean up. Food was OK! The young lady that served us was the only Great part of the experience.

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