Clearwater restaurant came highly recommended and now I know why! With beautiful view of the pier and sea and fishing and tour boats passing by, but most of all the sea lions located just in-front of the restaurant. Besides the view the food is exceptionally fresh and delicious, I ordered the New Seafood platter so I could try a lot of different items on the menu. The chilled Dungeness crab was very good and tasty. No need to add anything! The fresh shucked oysters were tasty and fresh and clean. The crab dip was exceptionally good with chucks of crab meat to eat with the fried won ton chips & crackers. The ceviche was okay and also the spicy shrimp salad. The clam chowder was very good and flavorful and it was okay on the thicker side, came out nice and hot not warm. My wife had the Halibut & garlic fries which the French fries were very tasty and crispy and the halibut was great with a lightly breaded batter. Service was great and waiter was friendly Restroom they have 1 on the 1st floor and another one on the 2nd floor to be shared by both men & women. Restroom was clean only thing with the amount of customers they can accommodate you most likely have to wait to use the restroom. Entrance is about 4 steps to enter with hand rail on one side, did not see a wheelchair accessible ramp. Pets are allowed. We saw couple of retrievers seating outside with their owners. read more

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3 of us undertook a Chowder Crawl through Newport area, looking for the best clam chowder. this was 1 of our stops. note: i don't normally rate prices but it's included here for data. clearwater is a waterfront fine dining place. their clam chowder has great texture and sufficient clams but needs more potato. this is a no nonsense, classic white clam chowder. cost $12 for a bowl. we gave it B+ read more

We made reservations in advance and ended up with a table with a view on a beautiful clear day. What a beautiful location. We tried the straberry/watermelon salad to start, and that was absolutely delicious. I had the filet mingon for dinner and that was well prepared. We thought it was great. The only odd thing was the waiter never cleared any of our dirty dishes. So our salad plate sat in the middle of table for the entire meal, which was kinda strange. read more

Nice atmosphere, good service, everyone really liked their meals! Recommend this restaurant out of all the others in this area! read more

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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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My experience was amazing!!! From start to finish I was so impressed. My server Katie was so helpful and friendly, she gave lovely recommendations for what to try since I was new. I ended up with the new pink shrimp dumplings that are new and they where delicious . The flavors were robust, and they had great texture. They are definitely more of a meatball style than a dumpling. But all worth it and nonetheless . I also tried the tuna crispy rice which was out of this world as well . Then, I finished with my favorite thing on the menu at this point the bread pudding. I'm pretty sure I'm going to be dreaming about that for a long time. The ambience was clean and pretty with a nice view. They have an outdoor patio, which I believe is pet friendly but it was very loud with the seals bathing in the sun so I sat inside . I cannot wait to go back even though I was just passing through. What a great little find in a small town. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Tuna crispy rice and shrimp dumplings - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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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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The Miso Black Cod was absolutely delicious! The cod was tender, flaky, and packed with flavor, with the miso glaze adding the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet notes. The crispy sesame rice added an amazing texture and complemented the buttery fish beautifully. The bok choy brought a fresh, crisp element to the dish, while the sake reduction tied everything together with a rich, flavorful finish. Overall, it was a perfectly balanced entrée with great flavor and texture in every bite. Definitely a dish I would order again! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Miso Black Cod - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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Good kids menu. If you sit outside you'll have a front row seat to the sea lions barking and basking on the dock below. The Cobb salad was great! Would definitely go back time and time again. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Cobb salad & kids grilled cheese - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

We attended Clearwater on a Monday night about an hour before closing and it was very busy, but the wait was short and we were still given great service! Their cucumber gin cocktail really complimented the view of the Newport bridge and sea lions. Would definitely go back for that calamari!!! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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

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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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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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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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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First and most important the food was great...Service the worst....The waiter was very unprofessional (ie, wearing sunglasses around his hat). Spaced my wife's wine and my martini by 10 min and blamed it on a busy bar. Oysters dropped of with no plates or utensils. Steamed clams pretty much the same. When entree arrived it was just dropped in the middle of the table while the 2 plates of empty oyster and clam shells remained. Very strange evening. 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

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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We always have such excellent service and fresh delicious food here and this last time was no exception our waiter Omar was very attentive and knowledgeable, and went out of his way to ensure our meal was excellent and we enjoyed our time. 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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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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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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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

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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Great view of the docks and able to see the sea lions going at each other, all while enjoying scallops with a pea risotto and truffle fries. Beer selection was good and they added a personal touch at the end by giving us post cards that we sent out after the meal. Hands down a must experience. read more

Food was delicious. We had fish and chips and it did not disappoint (outstanding). The place has a wonderful view and vibe. The time we went they were very busy and the service was attentive, engaging and responsive - highly recommend. 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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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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Food, ambiance, service, everything was great! We sat outside and watched the boats, the bridge, the seals and people fishing for crabs. Wish I can go back soon but we were just traveling through Newport and stopped there for a couple of days. read more

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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

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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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

Made reservation @8pm for the outside seating by the seals. Got sat 8:10 inside. Didn't say anything because I didn't want to make a scene. Took 15 minutes for anyone to come over and asks for drinks or greet us. My husband order surf and turf it was $54 with about $20 worth of food on it. Food was still delicious. My kids loved it. The drinks were delicious and the server was awesome! I would definitely be willing to give it another shot considering it's one of the most popular around here. read more

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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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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Everything was Bad! Tourist Trap. Expensive; $42 for 3 Scallops. Seafood Tower contained "Bay Shrimp", Oysters that were so small one would not believe it. It was like one of those commercials where you Laugh, only it did happen. It's your Money...they will happily take it. read more

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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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

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

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