Block Island Restaurants

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  • 1. Block Island Oyster Bar & Grill

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    Open up your meal with oysters Thermidor, Japanese style with miso, or grilled and topped with Parmesan cheese. Sip a fine vintage, relax, and pause to appreciate the sublime garden setting—complete with hopping rabbits nibbling at the landscaping—before diving into sea scallops served over lemon risotto or grilled sticky Thai shrimp. On a warm summer evening, there's no better place on the island for a romantic dinner.

    251 Spring St., New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 02807, USA
    401-466–9898-hotel

    Known For

    • Oyster bar
    • Dining in gorgeous gardens
    • Attentive service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Oct.–late May
  • 2. Eli's

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    Creative cuisine emerges from the kitchen of this intimate bistro—the fare changes seasonally but may include pan-seared sea scallops, brined chicken, and the mouthwatering Eli's burger with seasoned fries. Arrive before opening and join the queue for a table; if they're all taken, dining at the bar, accompanied by excellent craft cocktails, is a small compromise.

    456 Chapel St., New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 02807, USA
    401-466–5230

    Known For

    • Rhode Island--caught tuna
    • Vegetarian menu
    • Hugely popular with locals

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Jan.–mid-Mar. No lunch, Reservations not accepted
  • 3. Payne's Donuts

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    In a state that takes its doughnuts seriously, the best doughy orbs require an island jaunt. Now served from a humble food truck, Payne's "killer" doughnuts have been a summer morning tradition for generations. Stick with the sugar or cinnamon flavors to truly appreciate how warm and crisp these homemade doughnuts are on the outside and how tender and simply delicious they are on the inside.

    216 Ocean Ave., New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 02807, USA

    Known For

    • An inexpensive treat
    • Worth the mile-long walk or bike ride from the ferry dock
    • Limited beverages and other menu items

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Columbus Day–late June
  • 4. Poor People's Pub

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    The black 1961 Ford Galaxie parked out front is the landmark steering you to this fun indoor-outdoor restaurant, bar, and night spot in Old Harbor. Find a table on the porch or in the garden and dig into the house specialty, barbecued pulled pork mac & cheese, washed down with a margarita blended with a local blackberry and honey puree. Fun snacks include a lasagna dip and crispy fish sticks; healthier options include a "power lunch" salad packed with quinoa, sunflower seeds, figs and beets, topped with an apple cider vinaigrette dressing.

    33 Ocean Ave., New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 02807, USA
    401-446--8533

    Known For

    • Big menu with everything from pub food to fine dining
    • Porch and patio dining
    • Live music, DJs and themed parties

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.--mid Apr.
  • 5. Restaurant 1879

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    At the Atlantic Inn, the food and beverage experience is as elevated as the hilltop location. The menu includes both small and large plates with abundant enticements for vegetarians as well as dishes that feature local fish and game. Noshing on tapas on the lawn is a memorable experience, but it's first-come, first-served for the limited supply of Adirondack chairs.

    359 High St., New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 02807, USA
    401-466–5883

    Known For

    • Extensive tapas menu
    • House-made charcuterie platter
    • Impressive wine list

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed. Mon. and Tues. and mid-Oct.–early May
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  • 6. The Beachead

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    The food—baked Atlantic cod, shrimp and pea pasta, lobster rolls—is consistently great, the price is right, and you won't feel like a tourist at this local favorite. Catch ocean breezes on the patio, or in stormy weather sit at the bar and watch breakers roll in 30 feet away.

    598 Corn Neck Rd., New Shoreham, Rhode Island, 02807, USA
    401-466–2249

    Known For

    • Block Island-caught lobster cooked four ways
    • Children's menu
    • Alfresco dining on the patio or porch

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed mid-Sept.–May., Reservations not accepted

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