The drinks are great. The bar staff are wonderful and personable. They also show and sell local…read moreartists works. So show up for a drink, leave with some art for your place.

Jackie was amazing. Very attentive and friendly. All of the…read moredrinks were very good. From specials, menu items and simple Tito's soda with extra lime. Very inclusive. They have local art for sale. Vibe was super chill. They have billiards, which is nice and a free Photo Booth.

One of those downtown spots in New Bedford you have to try. More of a bar not too many tables to…read moresit. Great beer selection on tap from ipas to ciders to whatever mixed drink you are looking for. We were taken care of right away by the bartender and later on another. The mozz sticks were great, nice cheese pull, the Reuben was the clear winner, not too salty at all, good flavor. The brisket was a little dry for the cheesesteak, and the burger was undercooked (asked for medium well got more of a medium rare), the bun also didn't hold up that great, but the fries were excellent good salt levels crisp and crunch. Would definitely come back for a Bev and a bite!

Solid bar-style pizza (good grub overall), a killer beer selection, and a staff that's not just…read morefriendly--they make you feel like a regular even on your first visit. The whole place has that genuine hometown vibe that's getting harder to find, plus consistently great live music (Sundays especially). It's on the smaller side, but they somehow pack the place without sacrificing service, which says a lot. When the weather warms up, they open up a large alley next to the pub for live music--and that's where this place really shines. On a crisp fall day? Forget about it... that's exactly where I want to be. Good food, good people, good music--what more do you need? Enjoy the good times ahead.

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.

Cultivator offers big city cocktails and atmosphere in downtown New Bedford. Drinks are always…read moreexcellent and food is elevated bar food. I make it a point to come here every time I am back in town. Service is always friendly and attentive. You cannot go wrong coming here if you love good drinks.

I completely forgot that we went to Cultivator Shoals until after I got home from my trip and was…read moregoing through all of my receipts. We stopped here late night after many rounds and not enough "real" food at Play arcade. Reviewing the receipt jogged my memory. Getting old(er) is no joke! The interior is very cool! It has a great vibe! The staff is friendly, and we were seated right away. We skipped drinks and went right to the food. We had fries, tuna nachos and deviled eggs. All of the food was reasonably priced and it really hit the spot. This was a quick visit that was absolutely worthwhile! If I'm back in New Bedford, I will definitely return here to explore the menu a little further.

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.

Very friendly and very local. Walking distance from nearby Fairfield Inn…read more Decent food, the fish tacos were actually sick. So good. Lots of taps. This is a mug club place. No NA beers available here.

Ordered their seafood platter, buffalo chicken egg rolls, & buffalo wings…read more Food tasted average and the portion size was decent. Seems like a nice place to grab a drink and unwind for the day. They also have live music during special events.

This was the dive bar of my 20s. It's not a fancy bar, but it was always a good time. The drinks…read morewere always good. The bar tenders always great. Reasonably priced. It had pool tables, darts and a music box. Food was decent too. I loved that it was in walking distance to my house. I've been a few times in the past few years and it makes me miss my younger days. It's still fun though. A great dive bar for sure!

Owner bypasses songs on jukebox....what a shit bag move!!!! Sad that you pay for songs but the…read moreowner thinks it's ok to play what he wants!!!!

The restaurant is a great dinner date place. The interior is ambient and intimate. Full service bar…read moreand a nice list of food. Ordered: - Philly cheesesteak rolls were decadent and came out hot and gooey. - Salmon and red risotto was creamy and salmon was cooked well. - Caesar salad and fries was an awesome option. - Vegetable alfredo was flavorful and a great option for vegetarians!

I always love this spot. Get one of their signature dishes and cocktails and you won't regret it…read more Their wine flights are to die for as well. I have spent many nights here and the service is always next level and the atmosphere is high quality.

I have been waiting to go to Endzone since I am visiting Massachusetts!! Every time I come here, I…read morestop by! Servers are always super friendly to make the visit a super pleasant experience! You walk into the restaurant, look to the right and see an open space with plenty of tables, lots of tv's and the bar just beyond that. They have a great menu including a Portuguese section, Every time I go, I get the fish and chips. There were two BIG pieces of fish that were light, flaky, while the batter was crunchy. It also came piping hot...just the way I like it! The Cole slaw tasted home made. It wasn't heavy at all! We also got a quahog. It was pretty yummy. The quahog meat was just a bit chewy. I wish there were quarter stars because I would have given this a 4 and 3/4 rating had it not been for the bones I bit into in one of my pieces of fish. Otherwise, it was delicious and I will be back!

Did a pick up order for plain tenders and buffalo tenders after looking at yelp reviews. They were…read moreSO good. Service was so fast. We called them in as we were checking out at market basket and they were ready at the pick up area when we walked in. Inside is very nice and clean. The woman who cashed us out was polite. My dad told me to try the steak and cheese next so I can't wait to stop in on my next grocery shopping day!

We were referred by the hotel we were staying at during our wedding anniversary to give them a try…read more I didn't want to make the mistake of not making a reservation as my wife and I were both looking forward to some seafood Best decision ever! So good that we cancelled our reservation we had the next evening elsewhere and came right back. With that being said, let's get right into it. The hostess seated us at a beautiful corner table outside looking out to the ocean and the bridge entrance and skyline of New Bedford. The view was simply amazing. Our waitress Bri was, for lack of a better word? Awesome! She was friendly, patient attentive and made some of the best cocktails my wife and I had and no they weren't watered down like most places do but again, perfect in every way. Right amount of everything. Everything we ordered came hot, fresh and most of all delicious also a reason why we chose to visit a second time. The next visit we were blessed enough to have a table in the exact same location and and again everything was amazing. From our server Peyton, great great guy! To the drinks he made to the food service. What an epic time we had! On behalf of my wife and I I would just like to say THANK YOU so so much for a wonderful anniversary weekend. We are both looking forward to coming back sooner than later. Continue being great. You have our full support!!!

The food is decent, but what happened during our last visit completely overshadowed it. My…read morehusband's glasses somehow ended up behind the bar and were returned badly mangled. We watched a staff member hand them to the bartender, who casually placed them in front of my husband without acknowledging the damage. When we confronted him, he acted as though he had no idea what had happened, despite what i had just witnessed. These were $700 glasses, and the situation was handled with zero honesty, accountability or professionalism. We still paid our bill, but after the way the staff handled this, we will not return. Management needs to address the damage and explain how a customer's personal property ended up behind the bar in the first place. but Tom showed absolutely no honesty, accountability or professionalism and we expect the restaurant to reimburse us for the damage.