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Best Sit-Down Restaurants in Rhode Island

When you want a proper meal with service and a view, these New England seafood restaurants deliver — from casual dockside dining to upscale plates.

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61 Sit-Down Spots in Rhode Island

1230 Ocean Bistro

Narragansett, RI

Casual coastal dining in Narragansett with stunning ocean views. Join us for a memorable meal experience.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Anthony's Seafood

Middletown, RI

Fresh seafood restaurant and retail market in Middletown, RI featuring prepared specialties and quality catches.

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Aunt Carrie's

Narragansett, RI

Traditional Rhode Island seafood and homemade cooking since 1920. Famous for clam cakes in a family-owned establishment.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFish & ChipsFisherman's PlatterFried Calamari
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Bayberry Garden

Providence, RI

New England inspired dining with creative dishes, sustainable raw bar, and exploratory wine, cocktail and beer lists.

Sit-Down RestaurantsRaw Bars
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Benjamin's

Newport, RI

Fresh seafood raw bar in downtown Newport featuring oysters, clams, and lobster with daily happy hour specials.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Boat House Waterfront Dining

Tiverton, RI

Award-winning waterfront dining celebrating fresh seafood and local produce with panoramic Mt. Hope Bay views in Tiverton, RI.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsLobster Docks
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Cap'n Jack's Restaurant

South Kingstown, RI

Family-owned seafood restaurant since 1972 featuring clam cakes, chowder, fresh lobster, fish & chips, and local New England favorites.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Cap't Loui Providence

Providence, RI

Authentic Cajun seafood boils with fresh ingredients and bold flavors at Cap't Loui Providence, Rhode Island's premier seafood destination.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Capri Seafood

Providence, RI

Most celebrated dining hotspot nestled in charming DePasquale Plaza on legendary Federal Hill offering sensational seafood.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFisherman's PlatterFried Calamari
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Chair 5 Restaurant

Narragansett, RI

Elevated casual beach restaurant serving Rhode Island classics and fresh seafood with craft cocktails at The Break Hotel.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Champlin's Seafood Deck

Narragansett, RI

Fresh lobster and seafood market at Rhode Island's largest fishing fleet dock in Galilee Harbor. Daily catches from Atlantic Ocean and Narragansett Bay.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFish Markets
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Clarke Cooke House

Newport, RI

Renowned upscale Newport seafood restaurant featuring innovative Mediterranean-influenced American cuisine and fresh oyster bar.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFried Calamari
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Crazy Crab

Providence, RI

Fresh, local, and sustainable seafood restaurant in Providence offering fried baskets, authentic dishes, and a lively atmosphere.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Dune Brothers Seafood

Providence, RI

Elevated everyday seafood from local waters. Chef-driven pier to plate seafood shacks in Providence, RI with multiple locations.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Evelyn's Drive-In

Tiverton, RI

Evelyn's Drive-In serves local seafood favorites in Tiverton, RI for over 50 years with daily service from 12pm-8pm.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Flo's Clam Shack

Middletown, RI

Flo's Clam Shack has been famous for clams since 1936, establishing itself as an iconic Rhode Island seafood destination. Located in Middletown with addition…

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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George's of Galilee

Narragansett, RI

Award-winning waterfront seafood restaurant in Narragansett, RI. Fresh port-to-plate seafood since 1948 with spectacular ocean views.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Gift Horse

Providence, RI

Award-winning raw bar in downtown Providence specializing in local New England shellfish and oysters from Rhode Island waters.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFried OystersRaw Bars
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Hemenway's Restaurant

Providence, RI

Providence's iconic seafood destination featuring fresh catches, signature shellfish platters, and award-winning wine selection since the 1980s.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFried CalamariLobster Rolls
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High Hope Tavern

Westerly, RI

High Hope Tavern offers drinks, dinner, and late-night dining with weekend lunch service.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFish & ChipsRaw Bars
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Hooked

Newport, RI

Fresh seafood restaurant in Newport, RI. Open Wednesday-Sunday with fine dining and casual fare.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFish & ChipsFried CalamariFried Oysters
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Jimmy's Port Side

Narragansett, RI

Fresh seafood restaurant in Galilee featuring famous clam cakes, chowder, lobster, scallops, and steamers. Open late spring to early November.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Little Clam

Newport, RI

Coastal seafood restaurant at Wayfinder Newport featuring Chef Antonio Wormley's fresh flavors and craft cocktails.

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Lobster Bar

Newport, RI

Sunset cocktails and lobster rolls at historic Bowen's Wharf with 180-degree harbor views in downtown Newport.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Luke's Lobster - Newport

Newport, RI

Luke's Lobster Newport location offering fresh lobster rolls and New England seafood specialties.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderLobster RollsSeafood Shacks
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Mare Rooftop

Providence, RI

Upscale modern rooftop restaurant in Providence offering elevated Mediterranean cuisine with captivating city views year-round.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFried CalamariRaw Bars
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Mariner Grille

Narragansett, RI

Fine dining seafood restaurant in Narragansett featuring fresh catch from ocean to table with artisanal drinks and private event spaces.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFried Calamari
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Matunuck Atelier

South Kingstown, RI

Refined dining establishment offering farm-to-table cuisine, hand-crafted pasta, inspired cocktails, and global vintages in Wakefield's business district.

Sit-Down RestaurantsLobster RollsRaw Bars
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Matunuck Oyster Bar

East Matunuck, RI

Al fresco oyster bar featuring fresh raw oysters, seafood, and farm-to-table dining in Rhode Island.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Midtown Oyster Bar

Newport, RI

Newport's largest raw bar featuring fresh seafood, locally sourced oysters, handcrafted cocktails in an airy high-ceilinged space with 2 decks.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderLobster RollsRaw Bars
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New Rivers

Providence, RI

Seasonal handmade food from Southern New England featuring fresh seafood and local ingredients.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFried CalamariFried OystersRaw Bars
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Newport Lobster Shack

Newport, RI

Savor fresh, dock-to-dish seafood at the Newport Lobster Shack in Newport, RI. Enjoy authentic lobster rolls and live local catches directly from the fisherm…

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFish Markets
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Olympia Tea Room

Watch Hill, RI

Experience local cuisine and relaxing ambiance at Olympia Tea Room in Watch Hill, RI. Waterfront dining, art, and events.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Portside Tavern

Bristol, RI

Local favorite tavern in Bristol, RI offering dinner, lunch, brunch with bottomless mimosas, craft beer, and live music.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Providence Oyster Bar

Providence, RI

Rhode Island's premier seafood house offering fresh oysters, raw bars, and coastal New England cuisine in an upscale dining setting.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Purslane

Wakefield, RI

Modern eatery in Wakefield, RI from the owners of Butterhead offering contemporary cuisine.

Sit-Down RestaurantsRaw Bars
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River Bar

Westerly, RI

Contemporary seafood restaurant in Westerly, Rhode Island featuring fresh catches and raw bar selections in an upscale riverside setting.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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S.S. Dion Kitchen + bar

Bristol, RI

S.S. Dion Kitchen + bar offers contemporary dining with a focus on quality cuisine and craft beverages.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Sea Craft

Narragansett, RI

Waterfront seafood restaurant in Narragansett, RI with outdoor dining and fresh catch specialties.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsLobster Rolls
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Spain of Narragansett

Narragansett, RI

Spanish restaurant in Narragansett, RI with Mediterranean cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and wine list.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFried Calamari
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Ten Prime Seafood

Providence, RI

Hand-cut steaks, Rhode Island oysters, Maine lobster, and crafted cocktails in downtown Providence.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsRaw Bars
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Thames Waterside Bar & Grill

Bristol, RI

Waterfront dining in historic Bristol featuring fresh locally sourced seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and stunning sunset views.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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The Beach House

Bristol, RI

Premier waterfront restaurant offering contemporary American cuisine and traditional New England favorites in Bristol, RI.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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The Black Pearl

Newport, RI

Iconic Newport seafood restaurant famous for world-class chowder, signature cocktails, and timeless fine dining since 1970.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderRaw Bars
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The Coast Guard House

Narragansett, RI

Historic coastal seafood restaurant in a renovated 1880s Coast Guard station with ocean views and upscale dining.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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The Crow's Nest

Warwick, RI

Warwick's local seafood and family restaurant featuring fresh oysters, lobster rolls, and classic New England fare with stellar wine selection.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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The DeWolf Tavern

Bristol, RI

Historic waterfront fine dining in Bristol, RI offering modern cuisine and artisan cocktails in a dockside setting.

Sit-Down RestaurantsLobster RollsRaw Bars
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The Landing Restaurant

Newport, RI

Newport's premier waterfront restaurant at Bowens Wharf offering fine dining, seafood, and raw bar with commanding harbor views.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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The Lobster Pot

Bristol, RI

Historic waterfront seafood restaurant in Bristol, RI serving fresh New England lobster, raw shellfish, and signature cocktails since 1929.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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The Nordic

Charlestown, RI

The Nordic is a destination restaurant in Charlestown, Rhode Island offering an all you can enjoy dining experience.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFried ScallopsFried Shrimp
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The Patio on Broadway

Providence, RI

Voted Best Restaurant & Brunch in Providence. American, Seafood & Italian cuisine with bold flavors, creative cocktails, and favorites like Chicken & Waffles.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFried CalamariLobster Rolls
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The Red Parrot

Newport, RI

The Red Parrot Restaurant is an iconic, bustling dining institution located in the heart of downtown Newport, Rhode Island, at the prime intersection of Tham…

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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The Reef - Newport

Newport, RI

Waterfront restaurant dockside in Newport Harbor serving international cuisine inspired by sailor travels with harbor views.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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The Wharf

Warren, RI

Historic waterfront seafood restaurant in Warren, RI serving fresh lobster rolls, fish & chips, and New England classics with scenic water views.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Trafford Restaurant

Warren, RI

Premier waterfront dining restaurant overlooking Warren River and Narragansett Bay since 2011, offering exceptional seafood and coastal cuisine.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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TwoTen Oyster Bar & Grill

Wakefield, RI

Waterfront oyster bar and seafood restaurant on Salt Pond with fresh catches, locally farmed oysters, and signature cocktails.

Sit-Down RestaurantsBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Waterman Grille

Providence, RI

Neighborhood staple in a historic 1871 gatehouse featuring wood-fired grill cuisine, seasonal menus, and riverside dining in Providence.

Sit-Down RestaurantsFried Calamari
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Windjammer Surf Bar

Westerly, RI

Windjammer Surf Bar is one of Misquamicut's oldest and most loved music venues on Rhode Island's south shore, serving food and drinks seasonally.

Sit-Down RestaurantsChowderFish & ChipsFried Shrimp
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