Brine

Name: Brine
Address: 17 State Street, Newburyport, MA, United States, 01950
Telephone: (978) 358-8479
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1517 Reviews

$30 and under

Oyster Bar

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Innovative

BRINE, known for fresh oysters, crudo, and prime cut chops, is Caswell Restaurant Group’s second foray into the eclectic and innately New England dining scene of Newburyport, MA. Proprietor Nancy Batista-Caswell’s appreciation of the local harvest and her affinity for European classics results in a restaurant devoted to flavorful seafood—ceviche, crudo, sashimi, and beyond—and butcher chops, with a healthy dose of Spanish and Italian influences throughout the menu. The main attractions at BRINE are backed up by soups, salads, Po-Boys, and “off the page” daily specials to provide plenty of variety.

This neighborhood hangout welcomes all and leaves pretension at the door. The low-key design and elevated standards of service allow the food to speak for itself, and Manager Gissele Tache and her staff are always on hand to recommend an adventurous catch, a fine bottle of wine, or a sweet after-dinner treat.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
Phone number
(978) 358-8479
Website
http://brineoyster.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Justin Horyn

Location
17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Area
Newburyport
Cross Street
Essex St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Feast of Seven Fishes
US$95.00 per person
19 Dec 2024 only
Join us for our yearly Feast of Seven Fishes experience! Dinner starts at 6:30, and the price is $95 per guest. Add on an additional Wine Pairing for $45 per guest for a truly unique experience!

Popular dishes

Oysters on the Half Shell
Refer to Daily Oyster Card (Market Price)
Shrimp Cocktail
House-Made Cocktail Sauce (Market Price)
Littleneck ClamsUS$2.00
(each)
Siberian Supreme
Farm-Raised Siberian Sturgeon (Taste $16 | Half Ounce $50)
Giaveri Osetra
Farm-raised Osetra Sturgeon (Taste $21 | Half Ounce $72)
Imperial Amur
Farm-Raised Imperial Schrenckii (Taste $28 | Half Ounce $98)

power tower.

All towers come with signature cocktail, mignonette, louis and habanero crema sauces.

SmallUS$42.00
Six Oysters, Four Littleneck Clams, Two Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Half Order of Crudo
LargeUS$84.00
Twelve Oysters, Eight Littleneck Clams, Four Jumbo Shrimp, Full Order of Crudo

crudo.

Tuna TartareUS$18.00
Beets, Sliced Avocado, Kombucha Dashi, Puffed Rice
Scallop Crudo US$19.00
Sweet Potato, Orange Blossom, Yuzu, Scallion Ash
Fluke CrudoUS$17.00
Pear Variations, Marinated Fennel

sandwiches.

Available Daily from 12 - 3 pm.

Falafel GyroUS$19.00
Tzatziki, Eggplant, Kale, Pickled Onion
Sirloin SandwichUS$30.00
Caramelized Onion, Provolone, Black Garlic Au Jus
Italian Sausage Sandwich US$26.00
Pepper + Onion Jam, Beer Mustard, Brioche

soup + salad.

Clam + Pork ChowderUS$10.00
Pork Belly, Potatoes, Leeks, Littleneck Clams
Honeynut Squash Bisque US$13.00
Crème Fraîche, Smoked Granola, Nigella
Kale + Quinoa US$15.00
Halloumi Croutons, Cranberry Vinaigrette, Almonds
Beet Salad + Delicata SquashUS$17.00
Mascarpone, Orange Blossom, Pistachio

small plates.

Pita BreadUS$12.00
Pumpkin Masala Hummus, Seeds
Bucatini US$21.00
Garlic Puree, Lemon Gel, Lobster Roe Butter, Pangrattato
OctopusUS$24.00
Escarole, Shishito Peppers, Tempura Bites, Cilantro, XO Vinaigrette
Beef Tartare US$20.00
Caviar, Cured Egg Yolk, Mushrooms, Tallow Mayo, Chips
Bacon + EggUS$22.00
House Bacon, Fried Oysters, Poached Egg, Salsa Verde
Littleneck + Escargot US$25.00
Maitake Mushrooms, Lemon, Frites
Short Ribs US$24.00
Foie Gras, Potato, Parsnip, Apple

large plates.

TunaUS$40.00
Celery Root Gratin, Spinach Puree, Fig Mostarda, Prosciutto
Whole Branzino US$44.00
Roasted Kholrabi, Butter Beans, Endive, Apple, Celery, Brodo
Scallop + Shrimp US$42.00
Cauliflower Risotto, Crispy Capers, Chervil
Duck Duo US$39.00
Pear, Carrot Puree, Roasted Turnips, Mustard Seed
Lamb Rack US$44.00
Pearl Barley, Cucumber, Dill Yogurt, Shawarma, Au Jus
Signature Brine BurgerUS$21.00
BBQ Aioli, Caramelized Onions, Jalapeno, Taleggio, Brioche Bun, Steak Frites (add house-smoked bacon +$3)

steaks.

8 oz. Filet MignonUS$45.00
Gruyère Grits, Habanero Agrodolce
12 oz. Prime NY SirloinUS$52.00
Maitake Mushrooms, Sunchoke, Demi-glace, Horseradish
16 oz. Bone-In Prime RibeyeUS$56.00
Smashed Potatoes, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Tuille, Scallions

What 1,517 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Boston Metro North
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Brine is a standout dining spot in Newburyport known for its "amazing food and atmosphere." Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" menu featuring fresh oysters, seafood, and steaks. The service is consistently "outstanding," with a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Brine offers a vibrant and inviting dining experience that's highly recommended.

1,517 Reviews

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Ralph
Greater Boston
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you're looking for a unique seafood & steak restaurant Brine is for you. The food is always amazing. The staff is always wonderful. The only problem with Brine is that they are an hour away from us. I would be remiss if I did not mention the Salmon Wellington I had for my entree. Salmon is not my favorite fish but this sounded so incredible I had to take a chance. I was not disappointed. So many wonderful flavors baked in a pastry with a salmon filet. This was our third time bringing friends to Brine. We enjoy it by ourselves but it is a great place to take friends you want to impress
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Pamela
Greater Boston
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and welcoming, attentive service. This is our go to place for great food and an enjoyable night in our community of Newburyport. Love the staff and credit to the chef for creativity, nuance and freshness.
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Jason
Greater Boston
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food at Brine never disappoints. Their novel flavor combinations and frequently rotating menu keeps us coming back. Service and ambiance is delightful also.
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David
Orlando
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brine delivers on all your needs for great quality food, drinks, and social networking. Come and enjoy the bar and meet new friends or bring your group and enjoy fantastic table service.
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Charles
Greater Boston
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite restaurants in NBPT. From the food to the friendly service ….everything is fantastic. The folks that make it all come together work seamlessly.
BrineResponded on 19 November 2024
Thank you for your review, Charles! We have a truly exceptional staff, and we agree that everyone working together creates a unique, memorable experience for our guests. We can't wait to have you join us again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been to Brine a few times. It’s one of our favorite Newburyport restaurants. We went for lunch. We started with some oysters. So good!!! They were fresh and delicious. The next course was the caviar service. The blinis were freshly made and the accoutrements were well-prepared. My one complaint would be that there was only one spoon - for two people. Picayune, but I was hungry! 😋. We then shared two small plates - the tagliatelle cacio e pepe and the bacon and eggs. The tagliatelle should’ve been warmer and I would’ve preferred fresh grated pepper, but it was good tasting and creamy. The bacon and eggs weren’t as good as they could be …. The oysters were perfect , the poached egg was remarkably perfect, the bacon was over done, and I can’t recall having any salsa verde.- but that didn’t stop me from eating every bite! I will be sure to try them again the next time I go …. For dessert, we had the pineapple sorbet. It wasn’t very pineapply …. I wouldn’t need to try that again. Our server was awesome. He was very familiar with the menu and was able to make knowledgeable recommendations. We sat I. The window - it was open and the weather was beautiful! So nice!
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Donna
Greater Boston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My most favorite restaurant in Newburyport MA! Just a wonderful experience on all levels.
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karin
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Four dear friends enjoyed a great evening out at Brine. We started with 18 oysters (on special before 6:30!) and cocktails then moved onto main courses…the lobster lo mein was faved about as was the lamb plate (perfectly cooked with delicious sauces!) and the tuna was amazing too. Thank you for a lovely satisfying evening out for our group of good friends.
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Mark
Bosnia
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and services. Small plates to full entrees. Oysters on Thursday for Happy Hour is a treat.
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NancyS
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had several small dishes - I recall oysters, heirloom tomatoes, cacio e pepe - as well as the lamb entree. All were fabulous, well prepared and presented, and, importantly, not fussy. By this sampling I'd say that the kitchen clearly has the confidence to deliver straightforward quality without relying on unnecessary garnishment , flourishes, or cheffy tricks so often seen in lesser restaurants. We shall return.
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FAQs

Brine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 358-8479.

Brine is rated 4.7 stars by 1517 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Essex St.
Area
Newburyport
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Justin Horyn
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://brineoyster.com/
Phone number
(978) 358-8479

Brine

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Feast of Seven Fishes

Tuna

Tuna Tartare

Duck Duo

raw bar + caviar.

Oysters on the Half Shell

Shrimp Cocktail

Littleneck ClamsUS$2.00

Siberian Supreme

Giaveri Osetra

Imperial Amur

power tower.

SmallUS$42.00

LargeUS$84.00

crudo.

Tuna TartareUS$18.00

Scallop Crudo US$19.00

Fluke CrudoUS$17.00

sandwiches.

Falafel GyroUS$19.00

Sirloin SandwichUS$30.00

Italian Sausage Sandwich US$26.00

soup + salad.

Clam + Pork ChowderUS$10.00

Honeynut Squash Bisque US$13.00

Kale + Quinoa US$15.00

Beet Salad + Delicata SquashUS$17.00

small plates.

Pita BreadUS$12.00

Bucatini US$21.00

OctopusUS$24.00

Beef Tartare US$20.00

Bacon + EggUS$22.00

Littleneck + Escargot US$25.00

Short Ribs US$24.00

large plates.

TunaUS$40.00

Whole Branzino US$44.00

Scallop + Shrimp US$42.00

Duck Duo US$39.00

Lamb Rack US$44.00

Signature Brine BurgerUS$21.00

steaks.

8 oz. Filet MignonUS$45.00

12 oz. Prime NY SirloinUS$52.00

16 oz. Bone-In Prime RibeyeUS$56.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Brine offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Brine restaurant rated?

Is Brine currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information