Restaurants near New Bedford Whaling Museum

103 restaurants available nearby

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1. Cork Wine and Tapas Bar

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Bedford

Booked 23 times today

Cork Wine and Tapas Bar is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts and strives to serve delicious food made with seasonal fresh ingredients. Weekly food and drink specials are offered on all three levels of dining (Lounge, Main Dining Room and Taber Room). Local live music is performed on Friday and Saturday nights in the Main Dining and Taber Rooms. We offer exclusive event spaces for any function; please inquire with any of our knowledgeable staff to get information.At Cork, we say "YES!" No matter the request we will always do our best to accommodate you. See you soon!

2. New Beige

4.5

Awesome(68)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Bedford

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to New Beige! Our new restaurant curates local and international selections in a casual atmosphere, and offers grab-and-go selections from our market.

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3. Moby Dick Brewing Co.

4.5

Awesome(581)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • New Bedford

A craft brewery located in the heart of historic downtown New Bedford. All of our beers on draft are made on site using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Our brewpub serves comfortable and casual food, often incorporating our beer into menu items. Try our soft pretzel sticks with beer cheese fondue or one of our signature burgers made with certified angus beef. You will find a variety of menu items with snacks, salads, sandwiches and entrees to choose from. We proudly serve many vegan and gluten free options as well.

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4. Merrill's on the Waterfront

4.5

Awesome(348)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • New Bedford

Booked 7 times today

Merrill’s is a truly unique harbor-front restaurant that provides each of its guests a front row seat into the country’s most valuable fishing port.Fresh, local seafood is a staple to Merrill’s dining and banquet menu and matches the atmosphere of the open harbor.We are currently unavailable on OpenTable but please visit our website or call us for more reservation info!

5. Cultivator Shoals

4.6

Exceptional(12)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Bedford

Booked 4 times today

Cultivator Shoals is a neighborhood watering hole where classic cocktails and delicious bar food are served in a historical setting. Cultivator Shoals is also a rich fishing area on Georges Bank, established in 1929 where Rose Alley is now and frequented by the world-famous New Bedford Fishermen.We tip our hat to Howie Mallowes & Jay Lanagan who had the vision to remake Cultivator Shoals as an artisan cocktail bar and relocate to the Benjamin Taber Double House; a place that Melville lived in off and on. Our drinks are classic with modern twists, all hand-made to order, following time-honored techniques. Our beers are a rotating selection of local and regional craft brewers, our wine list is a highly curated selection of new and old-world bottles. Our food is chef-made from scratch; we serve bar food with a twist. Our friendly team is some of the best bartenders and chefs in the area. At Cult you will have a great cocktail, good conversation and delicious sustenance.

6. Candela Cucina

4.4

Awesome(839)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • New Bedford

Booked 53 times today

Candela Cucina is an upscale Italian restaurant from Servedwell Hospitality in the historic Candleworks building. Candela Cucina is not just another Italian American restaurant, Candela is an authentic Italian restaurant. Candela’s menu ranges from classic Italian dishes to innovative contemporary creations, all crafted with the finest ingredients. This new concept from Servedwell Hospitality is in partnership with Peter Biondi. Pete has opened other Servedwell concepts and has worked at several NYC Michelin-starred restaurants. The menu is crafted and overseen by Chef Josh Riazi. Josh has been overseeing all Servedwell’s culinary development and operations since 2018. Josh has worked in several highly acclaimed restaurants; most notably, Josh was Executive Chef at Al Forno in Providence, RI. Josh is assisted by Chef Joe Melo, a Servedwell alum, who will oversee daily culinary operations at Candela.

7. The Black Whale

4.8

Exceptional(3564)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • New Bedford

Booked 104 times today

Serving fresh, bold and innovative food that reflects the history of New Bedford and celebrates the New Bedford fishermen, their catch and their culture.Our menu focuses on local fishermen’s catch of the day, old school seafood favorites and a sprinkling of modern seafood interpretations. Menu ranges from raw bar, to warm and cold lobster rolls, baked cod, bacon wrapped scallops, bouillabaisse and grilled NY Strip.Large bar and spectacular views of the artful New Bedford Fishing Fleet. Large covered and heated deck overlooking the fishing boats and harbor. Centrally located beside the Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Ferries. Large parking lot.And, of course, the hospitality is second to none. Service is what built the business.

8. BOCCA

4.8

Exceptional(1833)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairhaven

Booked 66 times today

BOCCA is serving the finest Italian dining in the region. Formerly known as The Pasta House, BOCCA has a modern eclectic ambiance, top quality food and wine, endless variety, and impeccable service. We source the freshest ingredients including local produce, seafood, and meats, to bring you the highest quality on all of your favorite menu items.BOCCA offers a gluten free menu for guests who wish to enjoy a traditional gluten free Italian experience. The grille guarantees satisfaction with each and every bite, constantly researching the best and finest recipes to best serve the people of the community Your Satisfaction Is Our Livelihood!

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9. Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc.

4.6

Exceptional(1076)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Bedford

Booked 30 times today

Located right next to the harbor, Fathoms Bar & Grille has become an integral part of New Bedford's diverse collection of eateries. Known for its rich culture and historical fishing industry, New Bedford sets the stage for Fathoms Bar & Grille to be the place where people can gather for great food and drinks in a relaxed waterfront environment. Our patrons take in the ambiance of our handsomely appointed bar lounge area, the intimacy of our dining area or the fresh sea breezes on our seasonal patio.

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10. Joe's Original Kitchen + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2717)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dartmouth

Booked 54 times today

Joe's Original, formerly Not Your Average Joe's -Dartmouth features a casual, made - from scratch menu served in a restaurant and bar that offers guests a place to gather with family and friends. Our menu is filled with elevated American favorites, and our goal is to combine the delicious cuisine of a fine dining restaurant with the comfortable atmosphere of a neighborhood bistro- a place where everyone knows your name. Enjoy global comfort food and guest favorites such as chicken enchiladas, grilled steak tips, buffalo-caribbean chicken tenders, wood-fired pizzas, hand-formed burgers, and house-made desserts at Joe's Original in Dartmouth. Serving up creative meals and hospitality for 30 years!

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Greater Boston •22 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Service was stellar! Our waitress was very attentive. Food was also very tasty- the new fried Brussels sprouts were very good. Only issue was the kitchen must have forgotten to fire our kid’s chicken tenders. She munched on her fruit and fries and legit the tenders came out last. It happens- she still ended up eating them all.
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Moby Dick Brewing Co.Price: Moderate• Pub• New Bedford
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5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We were Pleasantly greeted at the door. Excellent table service
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aaron
Greater Boston •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
I had a great Great quality steak for my dinner. Great value for my dinner.
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New BeigePrice: Moderate• American• New Bedford
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Angela
Greater Boston •11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 Dec 2024
Good service, tasty appetizer and meal. Music/vocals much too loud for size of dining area.
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Cork Wine and Tapas BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• New Bedford
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5.0
Dined on 23 Oct 2024
The overall vibe in this place is simply fantastic. All bartenders are very good at their job making the best craft cocktails around very satisfied customer.
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Cultivator ShoalsPrice: Moderate• American• New Bedford
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1. Cork Wine and Tapas Bar

2. New Beige

3. Moby Dick Brewing Co.

4. Merrill's on the Waterfront

5. Cultivator Shoals

6. Candela Cucina

7. The Black Whale

8. BOCCA

9. Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc.

10. Joe's Original Kitchen + Bar

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