A plate of raw oysters and a harbor view make a persuasive opening to a meal. At this waterfront seafood restaurant, the water remains in sight from multiple levels, the bar and the outdoor deck or patio, putting boats and marina activity right alongside lunch, dinner or an unhurried round of drinks.
The place has room for several versions of the same outing. A couple can settle in at the bar with cocktails and a few oysters, while a larger table can work through a parade of shared seafood appetizers. Indoor dining offers another option when the weather is not cooperating, but a pleasant afternoon naturally pulls attention toward the water.
Start With the Oyster Selection
Oysters are not an afterthought here. They appear raw, of course, but also as Oyster Rockefeller and oyster shooters, giving a shellfish-minded table more than one way to begin. A buck-a-shuck happy-hour offering has also been available, though current timing and terms are worth confirming before planning around it.
The raw selection is a sensible order with local wine or a cocktail, especially when the table is still deciding where to go next. An oyster shooter adds a more playful bar-side option, while Oyster Rockefeller brings a richer, cooked counterpoint to the briny first round.
Lobster in Several Directions
The lobster roll is one of the menu’s dependable calling cards: generously filled and focused on fresh lobster rather than unnecessary fuss. It suits a straightforward waterfront lunch, particularly when paired with chowder or a lighter salad.
Lobster also turns up in more elaborate dishes. Lobster risotto, lobster bisque and lobster-stuffed preparations broaden the choices for diners who want to make a full dinner of it. There is a useful range here, from rolled-up-and-ready casual to fork-and-knife comfort food.
Chowder, Clams and the Shared-Appetizer Table
Rhode Island clam chowder earns particular attention, and it is an important regional distinction. This is the clear-broth style rather than a heavy cream chowder, a good fit before a lobster roll or a larger seafood entrée.
Portuguese clams offer another regional-minded choice, while the appetizer list makes it easy to build a meal around a few plates in the middle. Shrimp cocktail, calamari, mussels, crab cakes, clam cakes, Rhody Stuffies and Slammin’ Salmon give a group plenty to pass around.
That style of ordering works well when nobody wants the same thing. One person can claim the crab cake, another can linger over mussels, and a plate of clam cakes keeps the table from getting too serious too quickly.
Tacos and a Few Detours From the Shellfish
Seafood remains the main language of the menu, but it is not the only language. Shrimp tacos and shrimp tempura tacos bring a livelier, handheld option; the tempura version adds a crisp texture that works nicely against the waterfront setting and a cold drink.
Fish tacos, seafood cavatelli, salmon, a burrata salad and Caesar salad leave room for mixed appetites. There is even a fig-and-goat-cheese pizza, with sweet fig, salty cheese and a crunchy finish; a version with prosciutto has also appeared. It is a welcome reminder that a seafood restaurant can still give the table an unexpected non-seafood plate to discuss.
Vegetarian dishes are clearly labeled on the menu. Gluten-free choices have included a lobster roll and crab cakes, though anyone with a dietary restriction should confirm current preparation and options directly with the restaurant.
A Bloody Mary With Its Own Seafood Course
The bar is more than a waiting area for a table. It is a destination for cocktails, local wine and a lighter visit built around oysters or snacks, with the harbor providing a constantly changing backdrop.
A customized Bloody Mary can arrive dressed with an oyster, shrimp, blue-cheese-stuffed olives, celery and a pickle. That is a drink with enough garnish to keep a seafood fan occupied for a while. It also makes a fine companion for a late lunch when a full entrée sounds premature but a few appetizers sound exactly right.
Bright Rooms and a Social Patio
A recent renovation gave the restaurant a fresh, bright look, matching the open-water setting rather than competing with it. Seating extends across dining tables, booths, counter seating, bar seats, a private dining room and the outdoor patio or terrace.
Outdoor tables are especially appealing in pleasant weather, when the deck puts the water at the center of the meal. Live music has accompanied some outdoor visits, adding a relaxed social note without turning the restaurant into a concert venue.
The setup makes a short stop feel entirely reasonable. You can have a cocktail and oysters at the bar, share calamari and crab cakes on the patio, or stay put for chowder, a lobster dish and tiramisu at the end.
A Few Useful Details Before You Go
Parking includes a free lot as well as free street parking, and parking has generally been described as plentiful. The range of seating also helps the restaurant handle different moods and group sizes, from a quick bar visit to a more settled meal.
Reservations may be helpful during busier periods. Walk-in seating has sometimes involved a wait, while the number of dining areas gives the restaurant more than one place to land once a table opens up.