High Hope Tavern

Went to grab lunch and a drink today. We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip to start and then a…read morelittle while later we each got a sandwich. The service was friendly and we weren't rushed. We chatted and enjoyed the afternoon. Our food was great and the martinis were excellent. If you are in the area I suggest you check it out if you want a good drink and sandwich.

The Reese's martini taste just like Reese's pieces! It's dangerously good. Raspberry Lemonade was…read moreokay. The lemonade could've been better but tastes like a generic brand from the store. A nice homemade lemonade would've changed the drink drastically. Hot chocolate just taste like Swiss Miss packet with a stale cookie stick from two holidays ago. Food is mediocre at best. Olive tapenade is a classic. The grilled cheese is okay...it's grilled cheese and very overpriced. The decor is cozy and cool vibe. Very chill. Reminds me of the Friends comedy show decor. Establishment is very clean. Every time we needed something we had to go up to the bar to order and get help. I wish they had an actual person walk around to take orders. Service was pretty slow. It is a nice place to chill for drinks.

Buffalo chicken dip

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Reese's peanut butter martini

Owl & Dove

4.6(86 reviews)

0.0 mi

What a serendipitous find!! There's quite a few good restaurants in and around Mystic, Connecticut…read moreand Westerly, Rhode Island and this wonderful place must be considered up there with the absolute BEST! The food was high quality, mostly locally sourced and perfectly prepared. Sauces and seasoning couldn't have been tastier. Went there a few days ago for the first time. My first choice was the "Summer Fettuccine" which unfortunately was so popular it had recently sold out. I settled for the more plebeian hanger steak which at any random restaurant can be anywhere from meh (mediocre) to excellent. This was EXCELLENT! Tender and tasty. Loved it. I decided to come backcountry the next morning and sample their breakfast fare. Equally delicious. So satisfying. Had a few things all excellent but the "simple" (not really so simple) "Morning Taco" was outstanding; definitely a cut above. I don't know if my stomach would have had room but my tingling brain was saying I could have had FOUR of those, nothing else and have left happy as a lark, owl, dove...

Owl & Dove is a charming restaurant overlooking the Pawkatuck River. They have a decent menu that…read moreis priced pretty fairly. We tried a few different things but our favorites were the tomato burrata and the chicken schnitzel. We didn't care too much for the Johnny cakes since it didn't have flavor to it. Our server was gracious enough to swap out our drink after sharing I didn't like. They do have a lovely drink menu tho with cocktails and mocktails.

Inside

Striped Bass Special

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Shrimp po boy

River Bar

3.9(93 reviews)

The River Bar is a great place to grab a meal weather your just passing by or are looking for a…read moregreat dining experience. Fast and friendly service and great drinks and beer selection. We stopped by for a quick snack of oysters and clams and a beer. We were very happy with our selections and choices available. When the weather is good they have an amazing outside patios section right by the river. We had a very enjoyable experience and will be back to try more!

River Bar has a beautiful location right on the water, and the atmosphere and views are definitely…read morea highlight. The staff was extremely friendly, especially our outside bartender Gabrielle, who was fantastic, so personable and creative with her drinks. Honestly, the drinks and her service were the best part of our experience. We started with the lobster wraps, which were good, but the tarragon and dill were very strong and overpowered the lobster. Next we had the scallops for $38, which I didn't feel were worth the price about 12 small scallops with a bit of lettuce. They were cooked well, corn sauce was nice but nothing particularly special, and I would've ordered differently knowing what I was getting. We were still hungry, so we got the rigatoni, which was delicious. My only note was again the heavy use of fresh dill, which started to overpower an otherwise great dish. Overall, I would absolutely come back for the location, the great staff, and especially Gabrielle. I'd return for drinks and try different menu items next time.

One of the dining areas

Blooming onion absolutely delicious

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Cocktail and beer

The Café

4.4(86 reviews)

Back when I lived in Astoria, Queens my buddies and I had a few regular spots that had specials on…read moreweeknights for wings, burgers, and steaks. We affectionately termed these "discount meat nights." The Cafe's $10 burger and fries on Monday nights is easily the best Discount Meat Night deal around in 2026. Don't get me wrong, I still love High Hope's $20 smash burger and beer on Wednesdays, but The Cafe's killer au poivre burger and fries for $10 is just a monster deal. The cost-taste ratio is off the charts. It was tough to get a good picture of the burger in the vibey bar room, but check out their Instagram for some drool worthy shots: @thecaferi

Visited for dinner without reservation after nearby troll trip. Enjoyed the ambience of the…read morerestaurant. It was yakitori night so we started with some chicken and pork belly. Took a while to arrive. The pork belly was exquisitely rendered with beautifully charred skin and tender meat. Lobster roll served warm was very good, the lobster was a little overcooked but still a highlight. Buttermilk Fried Chicken had super crisp skin and was executed and presented perfectly, great tasting together with the accompanied pickled vegetables and hot-honey butter. The best dish of the night. Sticky toffee pudding was as good as advertised: sticky, textured, with interesting mouthfeel offset by lightly whipped cream. Tequila based El Mariachi was tasty and balanced but not memorable.

Manchego croquettes

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Rumspresso & Tonic

Bird in Hand

4.0(22 reviews)

Simple review: Fantastic! The interior is comfortable yet…read moreelegant. The acoustics are excellent. It was 80% full and yet not the least bit loud. Service was spot on. Always available - yet not hovering. After all that - the food was the best part of the visit. The pork chop was tastefully seasoned and cooked to perfection! The portions were generous. Finally a place in Westerly for fine dining without the stuffiness or high prices or dim lighting! Great job all around Bird in Hand! I can't wait to go back!

Great food ! Nice addition to town andexcellent menu…read moreRelaxing atmosphere and ambiance Definitely will be back

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Hoofs Restaurant

4.1(160 reviews)

Best Restaurant! Food is Amazing! Drinks are Delicious! Awesome Service! Love This Place!read more

Third time visiting. First time, ok. Second time, nah. Third time, never again…read more Service, very slow. Food, very bland. Nope. Done.

Pork Chop Calabrese from Hoofs

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The Junction

3.4(5 reviews)

0.2 mi

Really nice, friendly locals bar. Good selection of beers on tap and bottles/cans. Food is better…read morethan average bar food. This is a haven for darts players, as there are 4 top quality boards, all with proper lighting. Space gets a little cramped at times, but this adds to the feeling of being in a lively, fun bar. It's down to earth, and very welcoming.

We usually love going here! The food is really good and the staff in general is usually very kind…read moreand energetic. Last night however the owner yelled at my friend and called her a b*tch over a very simple misunderstanding. Lately it's also been very crowded, mostly with older men so maybe it just isn't the best spot for young women anymore in general. Really disappointing cause it used to be so exciting to go and play darts!

Evie’s

4.1(84 reviews)

3.6 mi

Evie's was SO good! We had the lobster roll with fries and the lobster mac & cheese, and everything…read morewas delicious. The lobster was fresh, tender, and had absolutely no fishy taste at all. The mac & cheese was creamy and packed with lobster, and the fries were amazing too. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. We'll definitely be back!

The inside of the restaurant is bright and also very roomy you're not sitting right next to another…read moretable. Service was excellent after we were seated we immediately brought menus asked what we wanted to drink and our server was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The food is very good portions are tremendous. Definitely worth the ride there. I had the half wedge salad with Gorgonzola cheese that was yummy and made for another meal the next day. My sister had the macaroni and cheese which you ate for two days after that was also very good.

Truffle Fries

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Dock 9

4.7(23 reviews)

4.5 mi

Updating to add the pictures I found :) The food was delicious, the drink was spot on, and the…read moreatmosphere was very nice.

Interesting place that is mostly for drinking and hanging out. Food is still really good, got "the…read moredirty bird" and it's great if you love meat. Nice inside and service was good too.

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Old Fashioned

Handlebar Cafe

3.8(13 reviews)

2.0 mi

Amazing food and spirits! Definitely recommend! Staff is friendly and very fast service!read more

Comfortable bar stools with the height of the bar being about perfect. Cold draft beer at a…read morereasonable price, attentive bar tender. Definitely a "locals" kind of place and the ones I met were all friendly. If you're looking for an old school kind of bar, this place fits the bill. I live about 20 miles away and don't find myself in the neighborhood often but when I'm in the area, it's a great place to have a few relaxing beers....

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Mark S.

4 years ago

This place is a huge edition in downtown Westerly. We are up here every year for the leaves and now we can have a cool spot to spend a night on the town. The oysters we on point and the burger basically melted in my arteries. Gotta check this place out! Might want to call for a rez, this place is gonna be hard to get into. read more

Gerry A.

4 years ago

Had a great time at High Hope with some friends last weekend. The place had a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and great food! Love this spot and can't wait to go back and try more food and Drinks! What a great addition to the downtown Westerly area. read more

Nick D.

4 years ago

Atmosphere. Spirits. Cuisine. All you could ask for! We absolutely love it here. Whether we're looking to cozy up to the bar or dine in, it's the perfect fit. Can't wait to go back and try more! Keep up the great work HH read more

butch h.

4 years ago

The food is absolutely outstanding. We have been three times and have yet to be disappointed in the least. Quite frankly, it's the best food in town. read more

Michael D.

4 years ago

Great food and very friendly/attentive staff. I will definitely be coming back

Luke A.

4 years ago

Great service, fantastic food, even better drinks!

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We spent a long weekend here and could not have made a better choice. We had a joint suite with our…read morefriends, which was clean and comfortable, and also featured an elevated balcony that we loved using for late night hanging out. We dined and had drinks at the restaurant twice; highlights were the jalapeño margarita and the clam chowder. They even managed to modify a fried calamari to be gluten free, and that was exceptional too. Shoutout to our bartender Kristina for taking great care of us. Even if you aren't staying on site, the restaurant is worth visiting. My fiance and I loved our stay here, and even managed to take beautiful photos on their beautiful property. We love the General Stanton Inn!

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