My fiance and I ate here yesterday and had the best time! We had a beautiful spot next to the bar and window on the second floor. Great view of the ocean and docks. We got the seafood platter as an appetizer and it was so delicious! We got to try a little bit of everything. We were pretty full just off of that but got entrees. The ahi poke in the seafood platter was so good I had to get it as my main. The sauce was so incredible with fresh avocado. I NEED that recipe. I would come back to Newport just for the ahi poke bowl. My fiance got the dungeness crab mac and cheese and it was without a doubt THE BEST mac and cheese we've ever had. We are Mac and cheese connoisseurs so that says a lot. The sauce was so perfect and the crab was very generous. To top it all off I thought the post cards at the end were very sweet. I came to Newport when I was a child (maybe 7 years old) and I had lots of old memories that I relived on my trip. I sent one to my mom. Our waiter was absolutely lovely. We hope to come back one day! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Table side - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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On Sunday my husband I had reservations for 4 pm it was our 30 wedding anniversary We got there about 3:40 a little early as was hard to find parking We waited and was told our table was almost ready and we could see the second window was was ready A couple came in after us with no reservation and after about 5 minutes was seated I asked the hostess who is pregnant about our reservation and she snapped its at 4 pm and it's only 3:50 I wanted to actually leave but my husband stated we always have special days here The hostess took all the way back to the last table on the right next to the exit door and seeing 3 tables on the left empty The waiter Omar was amazing that was the only good thing about our 30 anniversary at Clearwater Cheryl Jones read more

Food was delicious, views were beautiful, and the waiter was kind & helpful! 5 stars! We were visiting from out of state and found this restaurant on yelp! The positive reviews stood true! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

Our dinner date was a gift from my daughter's anniversary gift to us, unfortunately, it wasn't our great experience. Two stars are given to the restaurant for an amazing host service and sitting arrangement with a beautiful view. There was a small Anniversary sign & candle placed for us made it feel very special & unique. Ordered the Lemon grass creamy stew, unfortunately my meal didn't have what the menu specified. The meal was supposed to have cod, shrimp, scallops, salmon unfortunately it was missing everything except 2 small pieces of cod & one shrimp didn't get to taste the salmon & scallops the portions was extremely sad & flavor was very blend wasn't really there. My wife's meal was the Pistachio, chicken pesto pasta unfortunately her chicken wasn't thoroughly cooked. Most likely we will not be returning, strongly believe for the pricing portions should have what the menu recommends & food should be throughly cooked. read more

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Clearwater was one of the first restaurants I ever visited on the Oregon coast. It had a perfect setting on the water in a great location in town. With piers and floating docks filled with sea lions lazily fighting each other for a space to lounge, I was captured by the novelty. For whatever experience it was visually, it was matched by the meal, which was excellent. Big menu, and it's all done well. In the summer, the seating outside is fantastic, and in the spring, the wildlife is a show. Even the custom pens they had made with their own namesake felt smooth in my hand as I wrote the check. So much so, that I asked if I could have that pen and a couple others. They obliged, and to this day they are some of the nicest feeling pens I own It's been five years, and the restaurant is still fantastic, and one I recommend to everyone visiting out on the coast. However, they got rid of the custom pens, so I have to give them four stars. read more

This place covers all three phases of an exceptional dining experience; food, service and atmosphere. Food: Steamer Clams- delicious 9/10 Wild Burger- amazing 9/10 Sushi Roll (special)- good, would've wanted it rolled tighter but delicious nonetheless 8/10 Marionberry Cobbler- perfect 10/10 Service was impeccable. From the hostess to our server, we felt like an honored guest. Ambiance- what's better than watching sea otters, chilling outside with a view of the epic Yaquina Bay bridge. I can't wait to come back again and again! read more

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If you are looking for a variety of flavors in the same dish, this is it. It was like a party in my mouth. Service was amazing. We got there pretty late and the server was patient and attentive. Wish I remembered his name, but thank you! Atmosphere is a given. The place is right on the water and there are seals so 5 stars seems light. Love your restaurant, Clearwater! read more

Clearwater overlooking the harbor in Newport is always a must stop for lunch restaurant. The service is amazing with a welcoming and accommodating staff. Caitlin was so charming and helpful with ordering. Clam Chowder, Crab Melt, Halibut Fish & Chips, and Crispy Shrimp(next time I'll ask for sauce on the side - it's good, but there is a lot of it), and the perfect fries. These dishes, the staff, and the view are the reasons we continue to come back to Clearwater Restaurant. read more

The place is really nice. Very spacious with very nice views. Our server was very nice and knowledgeable. Our food was very delicious. We ordered the coconut shrimp, shrimp Alfredo and crispy chicken burger. This place is kid friendly. They don't have a parking lot. So you will have to find parking where you can. But still it was a great experience. It is also on the pricier side. read more

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Enjoyed a solo dinner date looking out the beautiful Newport bridge. The food was delicious. The customer service was superb. My waiter was very attentive; always checking in on me which I truly appreciate. Thank you for the cute souvenir! read more

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Snag as table by the window if you can -- watching the sea lions jostling each other on the docks below is big time entertainment in and of itself. Otherwise I dig the very cozy vibe here, which feels elevated but not too fancy, with a snug bar tucked into the upstairs area. The views over Yaquina Bay are great. The menu looked interesting enough, definitely a couple of levels up from the pub fare served at most places down the street. I recommend the Rockfish tacos, lightly breaded fish wrapped in flexible but sturdy tortillas with a nice hot sauce on the side. Surprisingly tender and tasty. My veggie burger though? Hard pass. It was fairly flavorless and disappointingly mushy --- and completely overpowered by a disproportionately sized bun.no texture whatsoever. I should probably deduct another star but... eh. On a positive note, the beer and wine list looks solid, and cocktails appear to be on point; really, this is a neat spot with very good service and friendly folks, just not a strong veg burger game. read more

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My sister and I spent the afternoon wandering Newport a few months back and decided to pop in for dinner--zero expectations, zero research, fully vibing. We went in blind and honestly? Best decision of the day. The place was cozier than expected, but the décor was cute, the energy was lively, seated quickly, and for a Tuesday around 6:30pm, it was pleasantly busy (which already felt like a good sign). Our waitress? Bubbly, friendly, and knew the menu. We love a professional with personality. I sipped on the Basil Jalapeño Margarita--fresh, balanced, and just spicy enough to keep things interesting. My sister went with the Rico Guave (if memory serves), which she clearly enjoyed because the glass didn't survive long. Now... the star of the evening: the Local Dungeness Crab Mac & Cheese. Spectacular. Dare I say the best mac & cheese I've had in my lifetime, so far. Real, generous chunks of crab--no scavenger hunt required--rich, creamy, and perfectly executed. My sister ordered the Tuna Melt with melt-in-your-mouth garlic truffle fries -- even after stealing bites of my mac (as sisters do), she confirmed the Mac was fresh, creamy, and downright delicious. And here's how you know it was good: my sister never finishes a meal. Ever. She lives for a to-go box. We left with full bellies... and NO leftovers. 10/10 would wander in blindly again. read more

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If you're planning to visit, definitely try to make reservations. We came on a Wednesday with a 6:30 pm reservation and the place was packed. People who came without a reservation were told that there's about an hour wait or they could sit at the bar level on the first floor. There's also a second bar on the second floor where the main dining room is up a flight of stairs. Service was great and we were lucky enough to sit by the window overlooking the sea lions, the water, and the Yaquina Bay Bridge. Food wise, it was mostly 5 star. I'll start with the thing that wasn't, and that was the deviled eggs (you get 3) with a lightly fried shrimp. The shrimp was overcooked, lukewarm, and didn't really add anything. But other than that, everything else was really good. The highlight was the Umpqua oysters on the half shell. We went through a dozen and a half. The oysters are sweeter, no briny. They're not huge but not tiny either like Kusshi oysters. It came with 3 different sauces. Another highlight was the whole dungenous crab...so fresh. Poke salad, garlic brussel sprouts, Yellowtail Hamachi, and Lingcod were also pretty good. If I'm ever in the area, I would definitely return. read more

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Beautiful bay view, solid service and incredible food! Highly recommend the crab melt. The homemade brioche bread was perfection. The basil aïoli mixed with the crab was so good! The halibut fish and chips was great as well. Will definitely be back. read more

Wife and I dined on July 12th, 2026. We had a Bottle of Merlot which was fine. Seafood platter was a Joke...$52 for 8 chunks of Poke, tiny Shrimp, 3 tiny Oysters,1/4 Dungeness Crab with no Crab Crackers, I had to extract what little Crab Meat there was by hand! Server never ask if we needed anything, nor did he go over what we were getting. Wife had the Scallops...$42 for 3...Mediocre. I had the Miso Cod...Luke Warm and Average. We spent over $200 and were bitterly disappointed. View was fine. Save your money and go elsewhere. read more

My friend recommended this place and it did not disappoint! The food was delicious. The oysters were incredibly fresh, and the Halibut Fish and Chips had a perfectly thin, crispy batter. Plus, you get an exclusive view with the sea lions right there. Our server is so nice. Highly recommended read more

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Came here for the cute sea lions view on a lunch They have parking spaces across the street Burger: patty is a bit over cooked but the fry is good texture Crab melt: the sandwich is a bit too hard and dry. Not much flavor. Wouldn't recommend Mocktail is cute Ice cream on brownie: the best dish of the day. Brownie is a bit crispy and also warm. One of the best brownies I've ever had Staff are super nice. Dog friendly patio with a great view of the sea lions. They're very loud if you don't want that read more

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Everything was amazing! Service was good and the food was excellent. The views were beautiful! We had the catch of the day (salmon), my husband had the shrimp Alfredo and our son had a regular quesadilla. The huckleberry martini was a delight! Highly recommend getting the crispy shrimp as an appetizer. Really enjoyed! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Catch of the day (salmon), side caesar salad, huckleberry martini, shrimp Alfredo, crispy shrimp, French fries and shrimp Alfredo - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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Wow! Second best restaurant on this trip! All the food was good except the burger which was mediocre. They are not shellfish allergy friendly for fried food at all but did have some accommodations for a friend with allergies. We ordered the crab Mac n cheese which is to die for good! I also ordered the whole crab and it was good. The drinks are absolutely fantastic and the vibe both inside and outside seating was perfect for the coast! The only thing missing was the sea lions but thats our fault for going in July while they're in California for mating season. If you want to see the sea lions avoid June and early July. read more

Really good! The food was delicious, the view was great. Service was good. The brownie with ice cream for dessert was amazing!

There was a 30-45 min wait but we got in sooner. There's a shop next door that was fun to walk through while we waited. Food was outstanding. So delicious and just perfect. Well thought menu. We had a variety. The carrot cake waffle dessert was delicious. Service was fine, but food didn't come out together as we'd hoped. It was a little loud in the restaurant but really not bad. Of course the views are nice at the window. The seals were fun to watch after dinner. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Carrot cake waffles 10/10 - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

This place continues to be our absolute favorite restaurant in Newport! We come here whenever we're in the area. Love how they have a parking lot with designated spots for Clearwater customers. We are always able to find a spot there, which is so convenient because it gets extremely busy and crowded on weekends and anytime during summer months. The street parking fills up fast! We recently made reservations for a late birthday lunch while staying on the Newport Belle across the bay. As always, they had our table ready and a Happy Birthday placard on the table. They also put the large firework on our dessert to celebrate the occasion. Love that they don't sing and make it super embarrassing. This is the second reservation where they reserved the best table in the house, up in the bar area right in the window. The view from there is outstanding! Our food was delicious and service exceptional. We always recommend this place to family and friends. Come check them out...you won't be disappointed! read more

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Beautiful restaurant, super gorgeous Sunday, exceptional staff and service, Mary our server was 5 star, spectacular views, it was just a wonderful experience. Beer was cold and refreshing, Ahi Tuna flat bread was delicious (ask for the ginger sauce), Garlic Noodles with crab, Eggs Benedict with prosciutto and the best Marionberry cobbler ever! Was not a total fan of the Eggs Benedict, did not like it on the home made biscuit. The eggs were cooked perfectly, runny yolk. Garlic Noodles okay but would have preferred it with another protein besides the crab. Would definitely return again. read more

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Excellent, fast service and most importantly the food was great. The clam chowder think and flavorful and the crab sandwich was outstanding. Sat outside with two dogs and a nice view. I will definitely be back. read more

The nicest part of this restaurant is the ocean view. The food was ok? Nothing to rave about. I got the fish of the day. It was the smallest piece of fish. It wasn't well seasoned. We ordered the watermelon salad. It was more like a strawberry salad. Not a lot of watermelon. My daughter liked her crab Mac and Cheese. My husband said his fish tacos were ok. My son enjoyed his crab legs. The service was not very personal. Overall, not the best restaurant experience while visiting Newport. read more

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Nice place- Wonderful service Great atmosphere Good food Decent prices We had early reservations read more

There are almost too many good things to say about Clearwater in Newport, Oregon--where do I even start? First off: the view. It's unreal. Whether you're there for lunch or dinner, you're treated to a stunning waterfront scene that's worth the visit alone. But the view is just the beginning. The service was top-notch--we were lucky to have Kelli P as our server, and she truly made the experience memorable. He was knowledgeable, warm, funny, and gave us excellent recommendations that made a great meal even better. We started with the crab cakes, which my wife insists are the best she's ever had. The watermelon salad was another standout--refreshing and creative, with almonds, whipped goat cheese, fried feta, and fresh strawberries, all brought together with a delicious roasted strawberry dressing. For mains, we had two chicken sandwiches with fries, both perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Even the lemonade impressed us--fresh, handmade, and a refreshing touch to the meal. Don't skip their drink specials if you're in the mood. And dessert? The salted caramel bourbon bread pudding came highly recommended, and it absolutely delivered--rich, warm, and indulgent in all the right ways. After your meal, don't forget to stroll the dock outside and check out the sea lions. It's the perfect ending to a perfect meal. High recommendation from us--we'll definitely be back! read more

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Very good food and great service. The restaurant has a great view of the bay and even offers blankets when dining outside and it's a little chilly. The desert is 10/10. You have to save room! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Sirloin steak - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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Friend and I were looking for restaurants in Newport that had seafood and vegetarian options and we found Clearwater online! We walked in on July 4th Friday around 4pm with no reservation and we were seated immediately by the window which had a nice view of the bay. There were a few vegetarian options so I ordered the veggie burger with sweet potato fries and then my friend got the seafood curry. We waited about 30-40 minutes for our food and upon getting the meals, we noticed that both were lukewarm temperature - possible they were sitting out for a while. We asked our waiter if the food could be warmed up and after 20 minutes, we received fresh plates Veggie burger (3/5): Generous portion size. The sweet potato fries were pretty good! I asked for ranch on the side which paired nicely with the fries. Thought they could have been seasoned a little more (more salt, pepper, etc.). The burger on the other hand was underwhelming. The quinoa patty lacked flavor and it was a bit mushy so the burger kept falling apart. Seafood curry (3.5/5): My friend said that this was fairly average considering the price point. She really liked the mussels, but otherwise the curry was a bit bland and the rice was too salty. The second time around, the curry came with the garnish on top so she was unsure why it was missing in the first place. Also, after getting a new plate, the rice was still lukewarm. I appreciated that a seafood restaurant like Clearwater had vegetarian dishes and that the staff made our food again from scratch. However, the food could have been more flavorful and the wait time was long so I don't think I would return read more

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Stop at Clearwater. It'll be worth it! Our waiter was fantastic: he was quick to help us with all of our questions and make recommendations, as well as tell us about the local orca that we might possibly catch a glimpse of while eating. The Lemon-drop and the margarita were excellently mixed drinks. The catch of the day was sublime. My only complaint was the shortage of the best gnocchi I've ever had in my life (even better than any Italian gnocchi). I wanted more. The Caesar salad is excellent, too. Clearwater is worth the stop: very "vibey" with water views and a messy nautical aesthetic. read more

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We enjoyed our birthday early dinner today! Omar was our waiter and so knowledgeable, accommodating, and providing excellence service ! Highly recommend The view is great right on the water and the sea lions are a hoot to hear!! read more

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I went to the clear water café and I was the simply the most spectacular food I have ever eaten in my entire life. I got seated right away which was nice, inside they have large widows which is nice but the sun was in my eyes. But than they said they had blides and that we could close them is we wanted to!!!!! The vibe is so cute, when u walk in you see a lovely stare case and a cute wood carved sea lion. Away, the servicer comes to our table quick and he was really nice. Then I ordered the clear water burger, ok? Remember that. I ordered it and then the food came quick, not too quick like fast food type vibe, but quick non the less. And the burger had WAGYU BEEF and it was only 18 FOR THE WHOLE MEAL!!! Insanely cheap for wagyu beef!!! I get the burger, it smells absolutely divine. I bite into it, I start to tear up. Im not even kidding, this is not an inside job im just so passionate about this burger its kinda ludicrous. If man could marry food, this would be it for me. 12 outta 10, 6 stars. Also get the garlic fries, SO good! This burger was so good it was in my literal dreams that night. Crazy read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Burger after I took a bite and thought it was the most deserving of a photo - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

Food was amazing, I had the stuffed shells and the Brussel sprouts as a side. Very dog friendly!

Our first time here. We arrived an hour early for our reservation but were promptly and courteously seated at a premium window table. I had the scallops with a chowder appetizer. Wife had the beet salad and coconut shrimp. Finished with Marion berry cobbler. Scallops were excellent cooked to perfection which are so seldom done. Everything else was also top notch. Service was superb on top of all that. We'll be back! read more

This is a beautiful spot right on the Yaquina Bay in Newport. We were seated upstairs and had a perfect view of the sea lion docks, but luckily didn't have to deal with the smell or barking. Our server was very friendly and had good recommendations. The whole crab meal was perfect for two people. The crab itself was large and easy to crack. The only thing that needed a little work was the corn, it just was very bland and needed seasoning and butter. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Whole crab - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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We were seated in the lower room. Nice enough window seat. Wait staff was attentive to begin. Due to noise level not sure if it was heard cheese on the side of the Beet Salad or maybe kitchen ignored. Came set up as usual. Ordered new item of stuffed shells. Was warned hot plate. Plate was warm entree tepid to cold in spots. Only few bites warm. Also just stuffed pasta and sauce. Needed something more and not the bread offered which I refused. Husband said his food was similar. Black Cod was warm but other parts of the meal tepid Okay flavors okay service read more

Nice restaurant. Loved that we can see the seals. Got in quick with no reservation. Our server Nicholas was a wonderful server! Very attentive and relatable. He was definitely a favorite part of our trip. The hamachi appetizer was good, perfectly portioned and amazing sauce. Steak was a little under seasoned, the steak sauce Nicholas recommended definitely helped, and the fish tacos seemed to be too saucy/falling apart and too much guac with not enough fish. Still would go back, and recommend trying out! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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A pleasant seafood restaurant overlooking the harbor. The service is good, the staff attentive, the ambiance warm and pleasant. I had a good meal there, but I should have ordered Dungeness crab -- I didn't realize until after I'd ordered that Dungeness crab is both a key part of the local economy and a specialty of the restaurant -- ah well, another time. The gin martini was exactly as it should have been. The side Caesar salad - was fine but lacked the crisp bite of umami flavor of garlic and anchovies that can make a Caesar great. The top sirloin over mashed potatoes with onions on top had good flavor, though the steak wasn't a high-end cut of meat (hence the reasonable price). The brownie sundae was delicious. After dinner, I walked outside and looked at the sea lions - and while I'm sure the fishermen who use the dock find them annoying or worse, they provided both a soundtrack and character that was quite pleasant. When I'm next in Newport, I'll go back to Clearwater and try the Dungeness Crab. read more

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EAT HERE!!!! I wish I had a picture of our food but we destroyed it. I got the caprese sandwich with a side caesar , my friend got a crispy chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries and we split the risotto balls. Genuinely the freshest food I've ever had. Service was phenomenal, shout out to Maria!!! Food came out efficiently. They refilled our water often as well. Oh and the view of the sea lions was so so so awesome. Especially after a long car ride, sitting in the sun was amazing. read more

Everything was great, food and service were amazing. We went twice in 4 days! Once we sat outside which was so cool overlooking the water. Next time we were inside upstairs again with a beautiful view! read more