We visited on Friday for our 2nd visit and we had Jordan as our server. He was very attentive, personable, and kind. He checked in on us at the perfect times and always made sure we had what we needed for our food. Jordan always made us smile every time he came over to the table and made us feel comfortable the entire time. Food was amazing and everything was prepared wonderfully. We had a lot of fun and we will definitely be back soon. read more

Beautiful inside. Attentive waitress. But Food was not good. Super disappointed. Caesar salad very good. Smokey peach bourbon cocktail was good. That was highlight. The rest we left mostly behind. read more

Thank you, EVERYTHING was perfect!! Ambiance, food, staff. Our waitress Ava was amazing!! What a lovely young woman Looking forward to our next time there. read more

Valet didn't seem to 100% have it together. When we arrived we were told twice that the servers were in a meeting. Once our server came over, she was quite attentive. Most of the staff appears young and new. The restaurant is fairly new itself and I think folks are just getting their sea legs. I did have at least two servers walk directly in front of me as I was heading to and from the restroom. This is a pet peeve of mine, having worked in many restaurants. Basic courtesy shouldn't have to be taught, but does need to be these days. We opted to indulge in the restaurant week menu $42/ 3 courses. We both chose oysters to start; mine were baked (2) and both were tasty. My dining Companion opted for (4) raw oysters. Additionally, they did give her one bonus oyster. Next course, I opted for the heirloom tomato salad, which was a nice portion and very flavorful and fresh. My dining companion got the sautéed mussels and said they were delicious. For our main courses, I chose the seared yellowfin tuna steak, my companion chose the tuna Poké bowl. Mine was fresh and the vegetables appeared a nice preparation. My companion unfortunately was disappointed in the Poké bowl, feeling that the sauce overpowered the taste of the tuna. I also ordered a Tamarindo cocktail which was delicious. She opted for a couple glasses of MOHUA Sauvignon Blanc. The price was right on her drinks @ $10/glass. We also tried the cherry tomato focaccia, served as two large and long pieces. It was yummy ($8). I also opted for the Affogato. It was mostly good, but probably probably could've given a little bit more gelato and the gelato had a bit of ice at the bottom of it. Will I come back? Likely. But more likely that I'll just head back to the original for the views and the tried and true menu. read more

Matunuck Atelier - Heirloom Tomato Salad - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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I will start with the positives. The inside of this restaurant is beautifully decorated and you would never know you are in a strip mall. The Matunuck oysters never disappoint. We also enjoyed the assorted cabbage which was covered in light peanut sauce This salad was a side with the whole fish which was fresh, but could have had more flavor on the coating . The highlight was a delicious chocolate mousse which was given to me as a birthday treat. I always loved the beet salad at the other location and was disappointed they don't offer it here. I ordered the assorted carrots with hummus and goat cheese. They were tasteless and a total waste of $12.00. It is also surprising the rolls were an $8.00 up charge. Quinn, our waitress, made sure we felt right at home and was clearly proud of the restaurant. Overall, it was an enjoyable birthday dinner. read more

This afternoon, we decided to try Matunuck Atelier, inspired by our past experience at Matunuck Oyster Bar before last year's devastating fire. We were also happy to hear that the Oyster Bar is expected to reopen in mid-April--wonderful news. The space is elegant yet relaxing, with a large central bar and a spacious dining room that feels both comfortable and inviting. We had a 3:30 pm reservation but arrived a bit early. Parking was easy, with a large lot and several valet attendants available. Upon entering, Jerry at the front desk greeted us warmly and seated us immediately. His friendly and welcoming demeanor set a great tone for the afternoon. We started with four jumbo Gulf shrimp cocktail--fresh and very tasty. We also shared the spicy tuna roll and the Ora King salmon & crab roll, both exceptionally fresh and well-prepared. For our main courses, I had the grilled local yellowfin tuna steak, while my husband ordered the blackened tuna bánh mì with a side salad. Both dishes were flavorful and cooked perfectly. We finished with a dessert called When Chocolate Meets Coffee, which was excellent--a rich and satisfying ending to the meal. Our waitress, Bobana, was wonderful--sweet, professional, and attentive throughout. She checked on us regularly, refilled our water, and even brought lemon and lime without being asked. She truly made the experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. The only downside was the cocktail we shared, "Perfectly Pear'D," which lacked balance and did not seem to have much alcohol. Overall, an excellent meal with great service in a beautiful setting. We would absolutely return--though next time, we will likely skip the cocktails. read more

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Came here for dinner on a Saturday night and the place was packed. We had a reservation but still waited a few minutes before our table was ready. The ambiance felt sophisticated yet cozy and relaxed. We ordered the Tamarindo and the Sweet Miso'ry cocktails. Both were good, though I preferred the Tamarindo slightly. For food, we tried the chili-spiced cucumber, the Yin Yang roll, the spicy tuna roll, and the bolognese. The cucumber dish had a nice mix of flavors, though I expected a bit more heat. Both sushi rolls were good, with the spicy tuna standing out a little more. The bolognese was quite different from what I've had before, but the pasta itself was really delicious. The Night Shift martini was a great after-dinner drink. Service was good throughout the meal. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience, and the valet service was convenient. read more

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Excited to visit Matunuck Atelier for the first time! For starters - excellent idea to have Valet parking. The place was hopping and the valets were quick and attentive. Beautifully appointed restaurant with a great bar area. The seating was a bit tight with neighbors very close by and yes - it was very busy - and loud. The menu was good - lots of choices! The focaccia bread looked amazing. I really enjoyed my pasta dish with scallops. It was so fresh and delicious- perfected prepared! Waitress was very attentive as well. Overall nice experience and it won't be my last! read more

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The best Wagyu burger and truffle fries we ever had. Black trumpet mushrooms on the burger added a delicious flavor. Spicy tuna roll as well as the salmon and crab roll were presented beautifully and again the quality of the ingredients was top notch. Probably would not order them again because all the extras on the roll distracted from the clean sushi taste usually found at a Japanese restaurant. East and West Coast oysters were outstanding! Our server was attentive and professional and explained the menu well. Ambiance is absolutely beautiful. For the quality and amount of food served the price is right. Will definitely be back. read more

Where am I? The greenery, the table flowers! We started with the most delicately lobster volvaue leek soup. Caesar salad, Ceviche, Pearl and Palm oysters with caviar, Ying Yang roll with crab, salmon and tuna. What a fabulous lunch we had. Oh did I tell you we started with our traditional Tito's martini Or did I say that Casey our waitress had a smile that made our day Thank you for a most memorable meal Joe and Brenda read more

Matunuck Atelier - Ambience! - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

This is the 2nd time I've had horrible service dining at the bar. Totally inattentive bar staff, slow to order, slow to receive food and it took forever for the empty dishes to be cleared. Not tempted to return. The food was fine, the service abominable! read more

A very solid 4-star with just a couple of missteps that prevent me from giving a full 5. The staff is friendly and welcoming and for the most part, on top of your service but at times we had to flag someone down for water refills (finally just decided to buy a bottle of water - maybe their plan all along?); and sometimes had to wait a while for used service ware to be cleared off our table. But our server was very nice though a little uninformed about some of the dishes (she had to check with kitchen staff a couple time). The ambiance is boisterous and busy, and very loud - too loud really. The food is generally excellent. Our appetizers of a tuna bruschetta, oysters Oscar and oysters bienville were outstanding as well as the sauted mussels (it's a shame though, that complimentary bread isn't served - you have to pay $8 for a bread barge. TBH a place of this quality should have bread complimentary). My main entree of the grilled tuna on risotto was delicious; my daughters' orders for the crispy fish (a whole branzino) and brown butter lobster roll were also very good. My wife's striped bass fillet, however, was dry and overcooked. Desserts were a mixed bag - the "chocolate meets coffee" molten cake was terrific; the olive cake was good; and the strawberry fraisier was overly tart. Coffee was terribly sour and acidic. Need to learn how to brew a proper cup! read more

Everything was excellent! The service staff was wonderful, attentive yet not intrusive. Delivery slowed down a bit as we waited for our entries. Impressive how Very smooth it went for opening week. The space is beautiful with a nice vibe and stunning modern decor. There were 2 house managers roaming around and checking in with guests. They did not stop in at not our table though. I do think that if there was some sort of "wall" or partition at the end of the bar, between the bar and the dining room, it would be more intimate and maybe reduce the noise a tad. All and all a wonderful experience. So happy that they have opened closer to us. I cannot wait to come back. Reservations recommended!!! read more

Matunuck Atelier - This placed is packed. Night #2 of opening. - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

My grandson had never had lobster or oysters before. This was a first and he loved both. The food was all delicious. Have the beat salad. Delicious! Our waiter was great. The hostess was so accommodating seating us even though we'd arrived late. It was a wonderful dinner and I hope I get to come back one day. read more

If I could give this restaurant a 12/10, I would. The food was packed with flavors and ambiance was amazingggggg. Service was great and I think the price is reasonable. Will def be going back. read more

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Sooooo good!! The restaurant itself is beautiful. I love that. It's only valet. Free valet can't go wrong with that. The olive bread appetizer was delicious. Drinks I can't even describe how good they were. The tomahawk, we literally can split it between two people so so good. read more

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The food was fresh and fairly priced. We got a lot of appetizers to try. Oysters were fresh. The ambiance here was my favorite. Beautiful booths and nice bar. Everything was done on time. Definitely want to go back again. read more

Matunuck Atelier - Lobster ravioli - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Mushroom dumplings, focaccia, spicy tuna roll and the bavette steak were all fantastic! I want to go back and have the steak again. We ate at the bar and the bartender was attentive (I'm sorry I can't remember his name). The decor is beautiful inside. It was a very busy night and I thought everything seemed to be running smoothly, it was lively without being too loud. read more

What a beautiful building! Really stunning lighting and woodwork. We sat at the bar facing the restaurant because it was soo noisy! It was a bit quieter at the bar. We had a charming inexperienced bartender and my $14 drink needed to be fixed. Would have liked an experienced bartender on such a busy place on Saturday night. But okay. I had a hot lobster roll which I really wanted to like but there wasn't all that much lobster and it was overcooked. The french fries are awesome though. My partner had a Bouillabaisse which was good but the fish was cod and it wasn't a generous portion. Anyway, it was okay, we had fun anyway. read more

We've been a few times now, once just to the bar. The service is great. Very friendly and attentive. The food is beyond. Soooo good. Such fresh sushi. The salmon is truly some of the best I've ever had. A much more chic ambiance than south county is used to and I'm here for it! Don't let the location fool you- you're transported somewhere much nicer than across from Wakefield mall once inside. Designers did a great job with that. I see a lot of reviews saying it's loud in the restaurant. Yes- it's a busy, large restaurant with a ton of people dining and drinking. It's not a hole in the wall diner with 8 tables like many of the other places in south county. If you'd like a quiet, candle lit dinner with 4 tables and hushed voices, I'd go somewhere else. Huge bar selection. Big menu. Can't wait for the market portion to open! Back here as often as we can! read more

Where to begin... We decided to give Matunuck Atelier a try after hearing so much hype following the fire at the original location. To say our experience was lackluster would be an understatement. Before getting to the food, I'll start with the design, décor, and ambiance. The layout is unusual. It's immediately apparent, both from the exterior and the entry sequence, that the building served another purpose in a previous life, in this case a strip mall, and has since been reclad and dressed up. It feels like a significant amount of money was invested in the building itself, but very little attention was given to the landscape and arrival experience. The entrance is undersized and creates an awkward bottleneck when guests are trying to get inside. While there was clearly thought put into the interior design, the sheer scale of the space makes it feel more like dining in a warehouse than a restaurant. Aside from the bar tucked into the back, there is very little to break up the large open room. I won't dwell on this since it's not an architectural review, but the design team could have done a better job with the spatial layout. The fit and finish are well executed, but the decision to completely cover the windows creates a dark, disconnected environment with little connection to the outside world. It feels as though the design team was intentionally trying to hide the building's location once you're inside. The lighting and acoustics only add to the problem. The extensive use of track lighting aimed directly at the tables creates a spotty, glare-filled environment. The acoustics were equally problematic. The large open space, combined with the hard surfaces throughout, made it difficult to hold a conversation without raising your voice for much of the evening. Moving on to the food, the disappointment continued. We ordered the seafood dumplings, oysters and littleneck clams, and for entrées the yellowfin tuna, scallops, and bouillabaisse. Starting with the dumplings, they appeared to be pan-fried, but they were covered in a bland 'sauce' and immediately turned into a mushy mess. The filling itself was good, but $13 for three small dumplings is a difficult value proposition. The oysters and littlenecks were excellent. Nothing negative to say there. The oyster selection was heavily East Coast, which I appreciated, but I still found it odd that there were any West Coast oysters on the menu at all. Given Rhode Island's abundance of exceptional local seafood, I would have expected the raw bar to lean entirely into local and regional offerings. As for the entrées, only one of the three dishes, the bouillabaisse, arrived hot. Both the tuna and scallops were served lukewarm. Given the already lengthy wait between the dumplings, raw bar, and main courses, we didn't have the patience to send them back. Unfortunately, I don't have much positive feedback on the entrées themselves. The pairing of a traditional Italian-style risotto with seared tuna and a miso-based dressing felt confused and disjointed. I expected a more cohesive Asian-inspired approach to what was described as a spring risotto. The bouillabaisse and scallops were fine, although I found the potato accompaniment with the scallops somewhat uninspired. Looking at the menu as a whole, it feels as though the culinary team is trying to capitalize on the popularity of Asian-inspired cuisine without fully understanding how to pair those flavors or execute them effectively. "Atelier" is a bold word to include in a restaurant's name. It suggests creativity, craftsmanship, and refinement. Based on our experience, this restaurant has not yet earned that distinction. For a restaurant this busy, they must be doing something right. Unfortunately, based on our experience, the food didn't live up to the hype. read more

The food was bland. Swordfish was mealy, entree veggies were undercooked, razor clams and spaghetti was tasteless. Our entrees were served before the appie dishes were cleared. Their solution was to use our entree dishes to PUSH the appie plates to the side of the table. That we were sitting at a table for two made the table a bit crowded. Get a new chef, train the wait staff! Until this happens, eat elsewhere. read more

Seafood is delicious, atmosphere gorgeous ocean views, service outstanding!! Can't wait until the new building is complete!!

This is a tough one because I really blame myself for not ordering something a little more complex. But I was in the mood for a Caesar salad with salmon. Pretty much a bib salad with very little dressing and five pieces of salmon on a skewer. The food took a long time to come out but the service staff was attentive. The place was packed and the decor was pleasant. Not going to give up on this place but the next time I will order something more special. read more

It is our favorite spot! My sisters and I love to go anytime of year! Their service is fantastic. The oysters are outstanding and we always leave very happy! We can't wait until the new restaurant is open! We know it will be top notch. From the Oysters and Orange Sisters Culinary Adventure! See you again soon read more

Matunuck Atelier - East Beach Blonds, Quany Rocks and Matunucks! All fantastic and all from RI - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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My First (and Last) Visit to Matunuck Atelier Last night (Friday, July 17), I took my 16-year-old daughter to Matunuck Atelier in Wakefield, RI, for what I hoped would be a memorable dinner together. To be fair, there were many positives. The food was very good, and our server was friendly and attentive, providing excellent service throughout the evening. Unfortunately, one experience completely overshadowed everything else, and because of it, we will never return. While enjoying my fettuccine, I was offered freshly grated truffle. The presentation felt no different than when restaurants offer freshly grated Parmesan cheese over pasta. I had watched other diners being offered grated truffle as well, and nothing about the presentation suggested this was a premium add-on with a significant additional charge. Naturally, I said, "Yes, please." When the bill arrived, I discovered I had been charged an additional $15 for a few shavings of grated truffle on top of my $25 pasta. What disappointed me wasn't the $15 itself. I can afford the extra charge. What bothered me was how it was presented. At no point did anyone say, "Would you like to add fresh truffle for an additional $15?" Had those simple words been spoken, I could have made an informed decision. Instead, it was presented in a way that, in my opinion, implied it was a complimentary finishing touch--much like grated Parmesan, cracked pepper, or another standard tableside garnish. As I looked around, I couldn't help but wonder how many other guests had experienced the same surprise. The couple seated next to us was also offered the grated truffle, and I never heard any mention of an additional charge to them either. Restaurants have every right to charge for premium ingredients. I have absolutely no objection to that. But customers also deserve to know when they're agreeing to a $15 upcharge before it's added to the bill. Transparency is part of good hospitality. The unfortunate reality is that one undisclosed charge erased what otherwise would have been a very enjoyable evening with my daughter. Instead of leaving talking about the food, the atmosphere, or the excellent service, we left talking about how misled we felt. My trust in the restaurant was lost over something that could have been avoided with one simple sentence: "Would you like fresh truffle? It's a $15 addition." If that had happened, I probably would have said yes anyway--and I certainly wouldn't be writing this review. I sincerely hope Matunuck Atelier changes this practice. The restaurant has excellent food and excellent staff. But in my opinion, no restaurant should present an optional premium ingredient as though it's simply a complimentary finishing garnish and only reveal the cost after the meal is over. Sadly, because of this experience, I don't expect we'll be returning. read more

Had dinner here the other night. Fun ambiance. We sat at a table but the bar looked good too. Our server, Christian, was great. We started with crab stuffed squash blossoms. Really good. A pleasant change from the typical cheese filling. I really love white asparagus so I got the scallops with white asparagus which was a bit bland. Too many white foods on the plate. We also ordered the yellow fin tuna with risotto, which was excellent. We had the chocolate moose with raspberries for dessert. Overall a great evening. read more

Given the price point, we expected this restaurant to exceed our expectations previously set by Matunuck Oyster Bar. Unfortunately, it didn't measure up. The space, while beautiful, is incredibly loud and much too brightly lit during the day. We strained to hear each other and some guests looked spotlit. Tables are also very close together and severs sometimes stand between them, making everything feel more cramped. Everyone agreed that the food was... fine. The house-made pasta is delicious, but we couldn't ignore that the protein in one pasta dish was bland or that the serving size of another was an appetizer's share. The seafood is stellar, as always, and the wine list was impressive. Service was pleasant, but not exactly prompt. More than anything, we left feeling like this restaurant wants to be something grand, but can't quite deliver. Having to valet in a regular parking lot really drove that point home for us. read more

From car attendants, hostess, + server such welcoming, pleasant workers. Dishes were perfect. Fresh, and delicious. read more

Matunuck Atelier - Fried oysters + Caesar salad with lobster - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

What a beautiful restaurant! The food was very delicious. For my appetizer, I ordered the lobster dumplings which were very tasty. Caesar salad which was good. For my entree, I ordered the Pan-seared Halibut Fillet were was superb! I did have some room for dessert which was wonderful. I'll definitely come back again! read more

Matunuck Atelier - Strawberry Fraisier - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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We had high hopes for MA on our first visit. We are vintage Matunack Oyster Bar alums - we played cards at picnic tables waiting up to 2 hours for a table back in the day. The new location interior is beautiful and the staff top notch. Drinks were perfect. A gentle nudge to the kitchen staff on a couple of dishes: the roasted carrot app - carrots were undercooked, wouldn't break with a fork, and overwhelmed with the oregano. The dips were terrific. The crostini could break your teeth. On the swordfish - fish and sauce were lovely. The wax beans, green beans, and squash confit were a miss. The beans tasted like bagged and undercooked - the confit was mush. While I left hungry, we will definitely give it another go. Critique here is not to be punishing but hopefully constructive - would have preferred to write MA directly but no email address on the site. read more

Atmosphere was wonderful, our server Cole was amazing, food was absolutely delicious paired with a fat glass of wine.

I do not understand the appeal of this restaurant. Between the poor acoustics and the unnecessary loud "background" music, it's loud... so loud that you have to yell at your dinner partners to be heard. To say that the food is mediocre (and incredibly pricey) is a generous statement. My three oysters were roughly the size of a dime. The tuna sandwich is three tiny pieces of tuna on a whole lot of gummy bread (so much bread!), with some weird sauce slathered on it and a side of soggy, greasy fries- all for $25. If you order fish as a main course, you get a child's-sized portion of fish with overly wet vegetables on the side. Honestly, I've had better meals at a diner for 1/3 the price. I guess people come here so that they can say that they've tried it...I tried it, it was $300 for a party of five and it was unilaterally awful...do yourself a favor and go elsewhere. read more

To everyone whining about the noise: please just dine at the restaurant after 9 pm. Or better yet, come on a weekday. This place literally just opened, so naturally, a lot of people are coming to check it out. The influx of people is going to be high until the novelty wears down, so relax everybody. This restaurant is open daily until midnight and I've had no problem with the restaurant being "loud" because I either come very late, or I eat here on a Monday or a Wednesday. If noise is your Achilles heel, don't come here on the weekends or a Friday night, when everyone is practically guaranteed to be here. That's only common sense, folks. As for the food. It is great. I ate here a few times and I've had no complaints. The menu is varied and exciting. read more

I come from Connecticut and this is my go to spot after a day at the beach. Never disappointed. Can't wait for the new place to open.

My 2nd visit. Started off with a cocktail. The Smoke Show Old Fashioned was lovely. Tried the Seafood Ravioli this time with the lightly grilled Caesar. The pasta was delightful. Light, savory with the slivered almonds adding a crunch to the bite. Personally I think I'd like it better without the crunch but that's just me. The Caesar is very good. As always, the staff were great! read more

Matunuck Atelier - Seafood Ravioli - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Not sure the experience could have been better. I'm impressed with what you've done to continue to serve your clientele. I come from Western Mass but make a point of stopping in every time I'm in the area. Bravo! read more

Absolutely terrible experience. We were seated and left sitting for a long time without anyone greeting us, offering water, or taking our drink order. We finally had to go speak to the front desk before our server came over. Instead of apologizing, she simply thanked us for our patience and took no accountability for the delay. Because the service was so poor, we ordered our drinks and food at the same time since we had no idea when we would see our server again. Our food came out almost immediately, which was concerning, but our drinks still never arrived. We had to ask for them again while already eating our meal. The food was mediocre at best. The service was by far the worst part of the experience. Our server, Katie I believe, was nowhere to be found most of the time. What made the experience even worse was that no manager or staff member came over to apologize or acknowledge the situation. For a first visit, this was an awful impression and one of the worst restaurant experiences I've had. We felt completely ignored from start to finish. read more

Amazing food and service. Large menu, everything we tried was excellent. Prices were very reasonable. Good portion sizes. Will definitely come back to try other things! Very hard to choose. read more

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Reservations were for 6:30. Table was not ready. We decided to sit at the bar first mistake. Once again my severe pepper allergy was disregarded by the bartender.Granted we sat at the bar and the bartender was our server however he never asked the chef if my menu choice was acceptable. Second mistake . So my option was not to eat. Because it was my husbands birthday my daughter sent us a dessert and two expresso martinis. We never received them. My daughter who lives out of state had to call them and make sure her card was not charged. Third mistake Overall a very disappointing birthday evening. read more