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Verandah Raw Bar at Ocean House, Westerly, RI

Verandah Raw Bar at Ocean House

4.6
4.6
384 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
A favorite area for visiting guests during the summer, The Verandah sweeps across the south façade of Ocean House. The outdoor terrace overlooks the pristine croquet court, which offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Little Narragansett Bay. Fresh shellfish from nearby waters — succulent oysters, clams and lobster — are shucked to order at our traditional New England raw bar. The menu also includes savory light items such as a daily salads and an assortment of delicious sandwiches. With oversized chairs and low tables, The Verandah beckons you to relax and enjoy a brisk cocktail paired with a heavenly bite as you watch the waves crash along the shoreline.
Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows will be charged $5 per guest.
All parties larger than 6 guests will be seated at multiple tables.

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Additional information

  • Location
    1 Bluff Ave, Westerly, RI 02891
  • Area
    Westerly
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Raw Bar

All Served with Spicy Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette & Lemon Wedges

  • 1/2 Dozen OystersUS$24.00

    Daily Selection

    • 1/2 Dozen Little Neck ClamsUS$18.00

      • Colossal Shrimp CocktailUS$38.00

        • Chilled Half LobsterUS$36.00

          • Golden Osetra CaviarUS$170.00

            Traditional Accompaniments

            • Watch Hill TowerUS$130.00

              1/2 dozen oysters, 1/2 dozen little neck clams, 1/2 dozen jumbo shrimp, 1/2 Maine lobster, Tuna Tartare

              • Ocean House TowerUS$170.00

                8 Oysters, 8 Little Neck Clams, 8 Jumbo Shrimp, Whole Maine Lobster, Crab Cocktail, Tuna Tartare

                Appetizers

                • Crab DipUS$27.00

                  Creme Fraîche, Scallions, Warm Pita Bread

                  • Artichoke Spinach DipUS$22.00

                    Parmesan, Warm Pita Bread

                    • Chilled Clam DipUS$25.00

                      Served with Chips and Crudite

                      • StuffiesUS$28.00

                        Lobster, Shrimp, Clams, Chorizo

                        • Smoked Bluefish PatéUS$25.00

                          Smoked Trout Roe, Warm Sourdough

                          • Tuna TartareUS$26.00

                            Yuzu Dressing, Fermented Chili, Japanese Mayo, Pappadum

                            Soup & Salads

                            Salad Additions: Colossal Shrimp 22, Chilled Lobster Salad 38, Chicken Breast 14

                            • New England Clam ChowderUS$18.00

                              • Tomato SoupUS$16.00

                                • Baby Mixed GreensUS$16.00

                                  Fines Herbes, Radish, Tomato, Cucumber, Citrus vinaigrette

                                  • Caesar SaladUS$18.00

                                    Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, Marinated White Anchovies

                                    • Heirloom Tomato SaladUS$20.00

                                      Burrata, Balsamic Reduction, Basil, Sea Salt

                                      • Arugula SaladUS$20.00

                                        Fresh Goat Cheese, Roasted Tomato, Sherry Vinaigrette

                                        Entrées

                                        Served with Choice of Mixed Greens, Potato Salad, or Fruit

                                        • Cold Lobster RollUS$48.00

                                          Brioche, Fines Herbes

                                          • Traditional Hot Lobster RollUS$48.00

                                            Vermont butter, Brioche

                                            • Smoked Chicken ClubUS$26.00

                                              Avocado Spread, Bacon, Lemon Aioli

                                              • Vegan BurgerUS$24.00

                                                Harissa Aioli, Marinated Cucumber, Tomato

                                                • Verandah Grilled CheeseUS$24.00

                                                  White Cheddar, Fontina, Gruyère, Tomato, Sourdough

                                                  • Crab CakeUS$42.00

                                                    Celery Root Slaw, Remoulade

                                                    • Catch of the DayUS$40.00

                                                      Scallion Butter, Coleslaw

                                                      • The ChristopherUS$30.00

                                                        Wagyu Roast Beef, Caramelized Onion, Cabot Cheddar, Horseradish Sauce, Sea Salt Caraway Roll

                                                        Kid's Menu

                                                        Served with choice of Potato Salad or Fruit

                                                        • Chicken SandwichUS$12.00

                                                          • Grilled CheeseUS$12.00

                                                            • Peanut Butter & JellyUS$12.00

                                                              • Crudité with RanchUS$12.00

                                                                • Hot DogUS$12.00

                                                                  Wine - Sparkling

                                                                  • Adriano Adami. "Garbel"

                                                                    Prosecco, D.O.C., Treviso, Italy

                                                                    • GlassUS$14.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$45.00

                                                                  • Charles Le Bel, Inspiration 1818

                                                                    Brut, Champagne, France

                                                                    • GlassUS$25.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$100.00

                                                                  • Billecart Salmon Rosé

                                                                    Brut, Champagne, France

                                                                    • GlassUS$57.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$200.00

                                                                  Wine - White

                                                                  • Bortoluzzi

                                                                    Pinot Grigio, Fruili Venezie Giulia, Italy

                                                                    • GlassUS$13.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$55.00

                                                                  • Cloudy Bay

                                                                    Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand

                                                                    • GlassUS$22.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$85.00

                                                                  • Lea Et Remi, "Fusion"

                                                                    Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, France

                                                                    • GlassUS$22.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$85.00

                                                                  • Hanzell. "Sebella"

                                                                    Chardonnay, Sonoma Valley, CA. USA

                                                                    • GlassUS$21.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$80.00

                                                                  Wine - Rosé

                                                                  • Domaine De Triennes

                                                                    Provence, France

                                                                    • GlassUS$14.00
                                                                    • BottleUS$55.00

                                                                  • AixUS$100.00

                                                                    1.5 Liter Magnum. Aix en Provence, France

                                                                    Wine - Red

                                                                    • Paul O'Brien Winery, "Oregon Territory"

                                                                      Pinot Noir, Oregon. USA

                                                                      • GlassUS$15.00
                                                                      • BottleUS$60.00

                                                                    • Terrazas De Los Andes

                                                                      Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina

                                                                      • GlassUS$16.00
                                                                      • BottleUS$65.00

                                                                    • Chappellet, Mountain Cuvée

                                                                      Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Napa Valley, CA. USA

                                                                      • GlassUS$22.00
                                                                      • BottleUS$85.00

                                                                    Spritz

                                                                    • The WalkwayUS$19.00

                                                                      Amaro Nonino, Fresh Grapefruit, Quinine, Fizzy water

                                                                      • Théa SpritzUS$19.00

                                                                        Ketel One Cucumber Mint, Kleo's, Prosecco Fresh Lemon, Black Pepper

                                                                        • Signed, Sealed, DeliveredUS$19.00

                                                                          Contratto Aperitif, Sparkling Rosé, Fresh Blueberry, Fizzy Water

                                                                          Cocktails

                                                                          • Dalia MargaritaUS$18.00

                                                                            Don Julio Blanco, Cointreau, Fresh Watermelon, Fresh Lime, Tajin

                                                                            • Ramblin' ManUS$20.00

                                                                              Isco Blue Velvet Bourbon, Hot Honey, Fresh Lemon, Egg White

                                                                              • The PillarUS$18.00

                                                                                Planetary Pineapple Rum, Smith & Cross Rum, Fresh Lime

                                                                                • The ChainUS$17.00

                                                                                  Don Q Silver Rum, Don Julio Reposado, St-Germain, Fresh Lime, Peychaud's Bitters

                                                                                  • South Porch FizzUS$17.00

                                                                                    Isco Sea Flow Ocean Gin, Rosemary, Fresh Lemon, Fizzy Rose Water

                                                                                    Beer

                                                                                    • Von Trapp PilsnerUS$8.00

                                                                                      • Stella ArtoisUS$8.00

                                                                                        • CoronaUS$8.00

                                                                                          • Grey Sail "Flying Jenny"US$8.00

                                                                                            • Two Roads "Lil Heaven" Session IpaUS$8.00

                                                                                              • Athletic "Free Wave" Non-AlcoholicUS$8.00

                                                                                                Last updated: 30 May 2024

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                                                                                                What 384 people are saying

                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                4.6
                                                                                                4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.5Food
                                                                                                • 4.5Service
                                                                                                • 4.9Ambience
                                                                                                • 3.7Value

                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                • Rhode Island

                                                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                                                • Rhode Island

                                                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                • Rhode Island

                                                                                                  Great for scenic views

                                                                                                • Washington

                                                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                                                • Washington

                                                                                                  Great for brunch

                                                                                                • Washington

                                                                                                  Child-friendly

                                                                                                • Washington

                                                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                • Washington

                                                                                                  Great for scenic views

                                                                                                • Washington

                                                                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                Verandah Raw Bar at Ocean House offers a "spectacularly lovely" setting with stunning ocean views and impeccable service. Guests rave about their lobster rolls as "hands down the best" in RI, and the halibut is "one of the best." While food quality is occasionally inconsistent, the ambiance and attentive staff make it a "wonderful experience."

                                                                                                384 Reviews

                                                                                                1. Diane

                                                                                                  West Palm Beach

                                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 October 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Lived in New England all my life, driven by the Ocean House so many times, didn’t know what I was missing. Eat at The Veranda restaurant …you won’t regret it food, service and views all spectacular

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                                                                                                2. Susan

                                                                                                  Orlando

                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 22 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                                  2. Food 1
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  While the views are magnificent and service excellent, the food is mediocre. If you are looking for delicious food and cocktails, you will not find it in this 5 star hotel. Very overrated and underwhelming. There is no reason why this hotel should serve such bland food. Very disappointing. Not to mention the flies and wasps, one of which landed in our appetizer.

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                                                                                                3. Birgitta

                                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 14 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Can’t beat the location! A bit over priced but probably because of the view. Stuffed clams were very very good!!

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                                                                                                4. Ian

                                                                                                  Philadelphia

                                                                                                  21 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  21 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 6 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  You are paying for the view and atmosphere. Food was good but a bit expensive for what you get.

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                                                                                                5. Nancy

                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                  130 reviews

                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  130 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 6 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Although I still love the atmosphere of the place, I think both food quality, menu choices & service have all declined. Two last times I went I found servers less friendly than in previous years, menu not as varied & food not as good. An example would be the sides that they give you with a sandwich is no longer french fries or homemade chips, but instead a potato salad or greens which was ok. The server did split things when asked but not exactly friendly about anything. I’ve been coming here from the very beginning when they first opened and I’ve seen a slow decline. The hostess who greats you & parking attendants continue to be friendly & welcoming. I think the dining servers need to step it up a bit & the food needs a little tweaking with both variety & quality.

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                                                                                                6. Paul

                                                                                                  Rhode Island

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 6 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Outstanding venue for scenery and ambience. Food good. Service indifferent.

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                                                                                                7. Anne

                                                                                                  Philadelphia

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 5 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Our lunch was delicious and view superb. However, there were ants on our table, which was very unappetizing.

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                                                                                                8. Lauren

                                                                                                  Detroit

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 3 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                                  2. Food 1
                                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  The food was mediocre. The customer experience was atrocious, the staff were not helpful and made it clear our experience was not valued. We had reservations for lunch and it was really terrible. I asked to walk around and options to go to the beach, first the staff agreed then chased us down to tell us we couldn’t then back tracked and said we could walk the grounds. I’ve stayed at great resorts that would be classified with the Ocean House including the sanctuary on Kiawah, the Coronado in San Diego, the Belmond’s Charleston and Santa Barbara properties and the ocean house was one of the greatest disappointments in travel.

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                                                                                                9. Madonna

                                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 2 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Beautiful atmosphere! We needed to ask other waitstaff for black pepper and to order another drink so the waitstaff could be more attentive. The Arugula Salad was great with added lobster salad and the crab cakes were yummy! However, our stuffies were cold in the middle, which made us wonder if they were frozen and then heated in the oven. Considering the $$$ for lunch, we were surprised the chef would support serving cold stuffies.

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                                                                                                10. Christopher

                                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                                  16 reviews

                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  16 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 September 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Luka our server was on it, always ready with a beverage or to take care of our needs

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                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                Verandah Raw Bar at Ocean House is rated 4.6 stars by 384 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                Google Map for Verandah Raw Bar at Ocean House

                                                                                                1 Bluff Ave, Westerly, RI 02891

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                  Westerly
                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                  Daily 11:30–18:00
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  Seafood, Shellfish
                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Resort Casual
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  Valet
                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                  Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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