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Dining in Greater Newburyport

Dining for all Seasons
Newburyport is a restaurant mecca of renown. Fine foods, fine wine and fine dining for every season. Newburyport’s reputation for exquisite fare is well known throughout New England and beyond. Park your car and you are in walking distance to over thirty restaurants. Locals, day trippers, and tourists flock to this city of dining delights, not only in the summer, but year-round. Varied menus offer tastes of Yankee New England, American and European fare, New Orleans, ethnic enticements, and definitely the unusual. You can enjoy legendary temptations such as the perfect lobster, succulent seafood, or jump into the culinary offerings of Plum Island.

Family fare, candlelight romantic settings, waterfront dining, sidewalk cafés, local favorites and critically acclaimed upscale gourmet adventures draw food lovers to the culinary destination of Newburyport.

Dine at the Top of a Lighthouse! LA prix fixe, tout compris dining experience, from 5-11 p.m., includes a catered meal of your choice atop the Newburyport Rear Range Lighthouse; cost is $350 per couple plus the cost of the meal, $275 of which is tax deductible. Phantom Gourmet rated it the “most romantic and exclusive,” one of New England’s top eight dining experiences. Yankee Magazine called it one of “Top 35 Things to Do This Summer.” It’s a favorite destination for marriage proposals and European visitors. Income raised so far has restored two historic Light Towers. All this can be yours. Call 800-727-2326 or www.lighthousepreservation.org

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Check out these great places to grab a bite! 
Please note: The following is an enhanced listing of participants in the Chamber's Destination Newburyport Marketing Program. For a complete list of chamber members please click here.

Abraham's Bagels & Pizza
11 Liberty Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-465-8148     www.abesbagels.com

Serving warm delicious bagels and thin crust Italian pizza, fresh salads made daily, plus a variety of delicious sandwiches. We serve breakfast & lunch and are open Friday evenings.

Agave Mexican Bistro
50 State Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-499-0428    
www.agavemexicanbistro.com

Newburyport's only Authentic Mexican restaurant. With 3 floors of dining, each having its own unique atmosphere. The menu includes a wide variety of dishes including tableside guacamole.

Bob Lobster
49 Plum Island Turnpike, Newbury MA 01951
978-465-7100    
www.boblobster.com

On the way to and from Plum Island. Fish market, lobster pound and eatery. Open year-round. Dine in the rough: lobster rolls, lobster dinners, fried seafood, chowder, ice cream and more or take home fresh local fish, live or steamed lobsters or our own ready-to-bake seafood pies.

Capri Seaside Italian Grille & Bar
3 Central Avenue, Salisbury Beach MA 01952
978-462-7543    
www.capriseaside.com

Capri Seaside Italian Grille & Bar offers a taste of the Mediterranean on the shores of Salisbury Beach with casual family dining.

David's Tavern at Brown Square
11 Brown Square, Newburyport MA 01950
978-462-8077    
www.davidstavern.com

A local favorite for over 14 years. Located in the historic Garrison Inn, David's features fresh cut steaks, fresh grilled seafood, pizzas, unique house specialties & a raw bar. Child care while you dine, acoustic entertainment on the weekends & special event catering for all occasions. Sunday buffet brunch is served from 10:00am to 2:30pm.

Gram's Homemade Ice Cream
40 State Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-465-8515    
www.mygramsicecream.com

Homemade ice cream and low fat frozen yogurt and fresh desserts.

The Grog
13 Middle  Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-465-8008    
www.thegrog.com

Everyone meets at the Grog. Full service family restaurant. Live entertainment Tuesdays thru Sundays.

Michael's Harborside
Tournament Wharf, Newburyport MA 01950
978-462-7785    
www.michaelsharborside.com

Your favorite waterfront restaurant offering the freshest seafood specialties and more. Try Michael’s famous Lobster Roll, the best clam chowder in Newburyport, or a savory steak right off the grill. For an amazing view and a place to wind down, catch live music and entertainment while sipping a cocktail in the Upstairs Lounge. Voted Best of the North Shore for “Al Fresco” dining, enjoy our two outdoor decks and the Tiki Deck to catch a cool waterside breeze along the Merrimack River. 

Mr. India - Authentic Indian & Himalayan Cuisine
114 Merrimac Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-465-8600    
www.misterindiarestaurant.com

Fine dining & authentic Indian & Himalayan cuisine. Serving the seacoast area continuously for 18 years. Introducing 125 New Himalayan Tastes! Daily lunch buffet for $7.95. Voted "Best Indian Restaurant" "Best Take Out" and "Best of Newburyport" 2009 (5 years in a row!). Multiple Gold Awards winner. Serving lunch buffet from 11:00am to 3:30pm, Tuesday - Sunday. Dinner from 3:00 to 10:00pm seven days a week. 

Not Your Average Joe's
1 Market Square, Newburyport MA 01950
978-462-3808    
www.nyajoes.com

Creative casual cuisine. Located in the heart of Market Square in downtown Newburyport at the Firehouse Theatre.

Oregano Pizzeria & Ristorante
16 Pleasant Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-462-5013    
www.oreganopizzeria.com

We are a locally owned restaurant with truly warm and chic atmosphere featuring authentic Italian pizza and pasta baked in our brick oven imported from Genoa, Italy. Outside dining with music. Recognized for top-quality dining at family-friendly prices. Offering brick-oven pizza with an array of pasta dishes, salads and paninis. A special spot for a date or a great family night out.

Plum Island Grille
Sunset Boulevard, Newbury
978-463-2290   
www.plumislandgrille.com

A fun, funky, fabulous restaurant with sensational food, spirited service, stunning sunsets and panoramic marsh views. Chef/owner Francis Broadbery's world-class creative cuisine artfully blends elegance, simplicity, and passion. Open year round.

The Port Tavern
84 State Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-465-1006    
www.theporttavern.com

Modern Irish gastro pub with acoustical music and local sports.

Ristorante Molise
1 Market Square, Amesbury MA 01913
978-388-4844    
www.ristorantemolise.com

Fine Italian dining in a friendly atmosphere. Extensive wine list. Available for small private parties and business meetings. Catering services, gift certificates, handicap accessible. Take out service available.

Seaglass Restaurant at Pavilion
4 Oceanfront North, Salisbury Beach, MA 01952
978-462-5800  
www.SeaglassOceanside.com

Located in the historic Pavilion, the Seaglass Restaurant, with its panoramic view, will offer year round oceanfront destination dining, spacious oceanview function facilities, a live entertainment venue and a seaside promenade that recalls the heyday of Salisbury Beach.

Starboard Galley Restaurant
55 Water Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-462-1326    
www.starboardgalley.net

A favorite local restaurant, offering fresh lobsters, seafood, extensive landlubbers choices, daily specials and cocktails in a casual atmosphere overlooking the beautiful Merrimack River. Open year round for lunch & dinner. Dine in one of our 5 dining rooms or on the outside deck. Private function rooms, catering & takeout also available. A way of life in Newburyport for over 30 years.

SurfSide5 Beach Bar & Grill
25 Broadway, Salisbury, MA 01952
978-463-9222    
www.surfside5.com

SurfSide5 Beach Bar & Grill is the region’s coolest beach hot spot featuring a huge 8,000 sq.-ft. deck directly over the ocean, refreshing tropical drinks and cocktails, a great beach fare menu and live music all summer long! Don't miss the popular "Reggae Sunday" Island Beach Party with regional reggae favorites Hot Like Fire performing on the deck every Sunday from 4-8:00pm, rain or shine.

Szechuan Taste & Sushi Yen Thai Cafe
19 Pleasant Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-463-0686    
www.szechuantaste.com

Specializing in the finest Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine.

Ten Center Street Restaurant & Wine Bar
10 Center Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-462-6652      www.tencenterstreet.com

Newburyport’s legendary dining address offers two very distinct dining experiences in one location. Upstairs, guests enjoy refined surroundings that are both historic and hip; downstairs, a casual pub atmosphere welcomes with cozy booths and a crackling fireplace. For private gatherings the restaurant features a function room with a striking view of Newburyport harbor.

The Upper Crust Pizzeria 
44 State Street, Newburyport MA 01950
978-463-3313   
www.theuppercrustpizzeria.com

Award-winning Neapolitan-style pizza made with the freshest ingredients from hand-rolled dough baked to thin-crust perfection. Savory toppings from the common pepperoni & mushrooms to the uncommon bacon, fresh pineapple & jalapeno combo. Open kitchen atmosphere. Dine in, take out, or delivery. Catering available.

 



Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Industry
38R Merrimac Street, Newburyport MA 01950
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