Great atmosphere under the large canopy. Tastefully decorated. Delicious food and fantastic wait staff.We cannot wait to revisit and also check out the sister restaurant Matunuk Atelier. Thank you for a wonderful time. read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar is our favorite restaurant and has been for years! We are there almost every week and have enjoyed the phenomenal food, ambience and service since they opened. Even dining al fresco in the tent has been great, but we're certainly looking forward to seeing what Perry has in store for us as MOB gets rebuilt. Love the rooftop dining! read more

Despite a fire and the venue closing temporarily, the Matunuck Oyster Bar has reopened under a marquee in the site of its former valet parking lot. And it's superb still. The marquee has sides that can be closed in inclement weather and is attractively decorated inside. Seating for several hundred comfortably fit without feeling crowded. Food is outstanding fresh and delicious, particularly locally harvested oysters. Service teams are polite, informed and efficient. We actually bought dinner in addition to lunch to enjoy later. If you're visiting Boston or Rhode Island - this is must visit! read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Decor inside the tent. - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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I must say first that our group of 10 on a family beach trip booked at Matunuck oyster bar with an understanding that the restaurant is operating at a handicap, given the fire and its current situation. That said, its apparent cult following, given the long waitlist, has resulted in either laziness or a misguided belief that people will never stop coming. Either way, last Wednesday was our last night dining at MOB. To start with a few highlights. Our waitress was lovely and very attentive. The wine list had some delicious and price approachable options (although they were out of their special wine of the day). The rest. The oysters, farmed on site, were good but not great. Small and not as flavorful as other local options. I ordered the "steak frites." The steak was a horrifying presentation of grizzled beef that reminded me of the 96er that John candy was served in the Great Outdoors. The "frites" were frozen and every bit of what you would get at a diner at 2am. The hunking slab of steak that would turn a lifelong lover of beef into a vegetarian--no Demi glacé, no garnish, nothing appealing. I forgot abut the side of "chef" vegetables (that I was upcharged for) that came steamed, cold, lonely and unseasoned. Another dish at the table was their scallops. Fine. They were fine. And were served with white rice that also, was completely unseasoned. Highlight. The stuffed lobster tail. A few at the table ordered that and enjoyed it. But who doesn't love buttered bread? Sad summary, the MOB is the most overrated bar I've been to in a long time. read more

Guess I ordered the wrong dish :( Ordered the Fish n chips , nothing special . Everyone else was a home run Shrimp w pasta and the Salmon dish were very good , the service was impecable! And the ambiance inside the tent was phenomenal! Will give it another try . read more

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We celebrated my daughter's birthday and this was her restaurant of choice. The tent is so pretty and looks amazing at night with the lights. The setting is so nice for a special occasion. They do offer valet parking. The oysters and calamari were good but not great. My daughter loved her lobster roll and I absolute loved my pesto pasta with scallops. My son enjoyed the spaghetti and clam sauce and my husband had the chowder and fish/chips. The birthday girl had the flourless chocolate cake which was a perfect ending to our meal. Service was good and the restaurant was very busy but food came out quickly. read more

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Oysters were fresh and delicious. Beet salad with add on lobster salad was equally good. Complimentary desert - because it was a special day - was totally unexpected and a very kind touch. Our server was attentive and professional without being overbearing. Even though it's a tent while the restaurant is being rebuilt, the atmosphere was welcoming and nice. read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Beet salad with add on lobster salad. - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Fabulous lunch from beginning to end. The Oyster Duo included my 2 favorite from the pre-fire menu. This was our first time in over a year. We have been to Atelier 3 times since returning from FL, as I had been hesitant about under the tent as I have mobility issues - but no issues. Atelier is fabulous too. The Clam over pasta is still the best anywhere. Staff were fabulous. Thank you, we will be back soon. My beet salad had the most lucious greens. Incredible meals all around. read more

We just had drinks at the bar. Fun atmosphere. The food coming out looked and smelled delicious. Coming back for food during our stay here in narragansett. Bar service was very good. Good people watching. One issue, a small one. Please have your staff pay attention when moving about. Three staff cut me off as I came out of the restroom. One staff, not paying attention almost knocked the food from one of the runners hands. read more

Incredible service, food, and outdoor seating. This is a gem, one of our favorite spots when we are in the area.

We celebrated my husband's birthday. Our server Nicole was so attentive and friendly. She made sure to make my husband feel so special on his day! The tent was beautifully decorated and the food was fresh and delicious as always. We can't wait to visit the new building when it's complete. read more

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This was my extraordinary lunch yesterday at the tent location. Seared sesame tuna salad with a yellow squash tapenade. First visit of the season found the same exceptional service, amazing food, and truly a reasonable cost. We were all a bit shocked my how low the bill was given we also had half a dozen Matunuck oysters and a stuffie. Also a huge shout out to our waitperson. Just a lovely human being. Looking forward to more time their in the future. read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Fresh flower all the time. - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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The restaurant (after the devastating fire a few months ago) is open under a large tent across from the original structure. They take reservations, to make it easier to schedule and plan. They have a nice varied menu and some good food and they were happy to split the bill. My blackened salmon salad was not bad. The greens were fresh and crisp. The salmon was a good size piece but the seasoning was a bit too salty for me. The food was good, but not memorable.....I need to ask for no added salt to my food in the future....Maybe not even ask for a blackeneded version but just a plain grill version. The fresh oysters were good and cold fresh. The fish and chips was not bad, but nothing outstanding. The fries were not very crispy. read more

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What an experience! The food was delicious & the atmosphere warm & welcoming. The wait staff were on point always & very friendly. I must say that our waiter, Dudley, was phenomenal. He was at the table before I had a chance to catch his eye for drink refills. (He must be able to read minds.) My daughter & her boyfriend came up from New York, picked me up in Connecticut & we all headed for the Matunuck Oyster Bar! We are already talking about next time. The place was recommended by a patron who frequents the jazz house my daughter works in NY. read more

I love the ambiance in their temporary setup with Al Fresco seating. Looking forward to their new building at the old site wrapping up. The fish and chips I got was one of the worst I've had in the area. It was dry and fell apart into small pieces and the fries were extra dry too. I'll order something else next time. read more

Matunuck Oyster bar has been among our favorite restaurants for many years thus i is with profound disappointment that I'm leaving this review about our dining experience last Sunday afternoon. I ordered the Niçoise salad that was a special that day. The waitress asked me how I'd like my Tuna prepared and I said rare. What arrived on my plate can best be described as clumps of overcooked chum. Easily the worst Nicoise salad I've ever had. Matunuck always exceeds my expectation . This time they fell woefully short, read more

Amazing food. Wonderful service. Great atmosphere. The oysters were delicious. The lobster roll was amazing. Waitress was on point. Drinks were great. Salad was phenomenal read more

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I have never been to the original Matunuck Oyster Bar, so this review has a caveat. However, I heard so much hype about this place that I knew I had to go when the reopening happened! Showed up around 6 on a weekday without a reservation and was pleasantly surprised to get a table! The vibes were exactly what you want at a coastal oyster bar--relaxed but still lively. The reopening is a fully outdoor space, it's covered and strung with beautiful lights all around. There's plenty of room, and is situated right on the water, so you're guaranteed a beautiful spot. I didn't personally try the oysters, but my friends gave them a big thumbs-up, so I'll have to go for it next time. Cocktails were a standout: beautiful presentation, great flavor, and a solid pour. The grilled octopus was also really tasty--tender and flavorful. Good pasta as well. Service was friendly, but food did take a little longer to come out, which makes sense since they run a small kitchen after the fire. I've heard some say the quality here is a notch below the original location, but honestly everything I tried hit the spot. Bonus points for the clean bathrooms--always a win in my book. Overall, a great spot for seafood and cocktails with a coastal vibe. Just make a reservation if you're coming on a weekend! They still have valet parking available by the original location. read more

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So happy to see Matunuck back in action! We had reservations for the weekend after the fire, so we were devastated that we weren't going to be able to enjoy a meal at such an iconic Rhode Island spot. I'm glad that al fresco dining is an option now, especially in the warm summer months! The oysters were light and delicious, but the favorite of the day was the octopus appetizer. It was so good! The fish and chips were flaky and buttery! We sat on an upper deck area that overlooked some of the nearby docks. It was nicely shaded and had a great view! We got to walk through the cute tent with more tables too! We will definitely be back! Glad to see they are in recovery mode! read more

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Another great meal at Matunck Oyster Bar. Had the pleasure of dining in the " Tent" for the first time since their unfortunate fire . Actually unbeknownst to me it was their last weekend at the tent before they close for the winter. Though the dining area is smaller, they still served great food. I have to give the entire staff credit for providing great service under the challenging circumstances especially at this time of year. I was there to celebrate my sister's birthday along with my other siblings. I ordered the special which was the halibut in a lemon butter sauce with bok choy and black rice. It was excellent. The fish tender and moist. Also enjoyed oysters as an appetizer. Everyone enjoyed their meals. Thank you again for a wonderful meal and looking forward to your re-opening in your new locations . One of the best seafood restaurants in the state. read more

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I think this place is wonderful and the staff delightful. The food is so fresh and the taste is beyond wonderful. I can't imagine why there would be anything negative to say about this place. read more

Came in for lunch with friends. It was the dead of winter but the tent was very warm. The food was very good and so was the service and the view amazing!! read more

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Our first time here, and it really lived up to the hype. We stopped by on a whim after a beach day--though I wouldn't recommend that. This place gets busy, so making a reservation ahead of time is definitely the way to go. The setup (across the street from the original) is really well done. The tent has views of the boats, fresh air, and a great lively vibe. Every table was full, and between the salty air, the sound of people chatting, and the buzz of a busy restaurant, it felt like summer. We got lucky with a couple seats at the shucking bar. There was a bit of a wait, which was expected. We had our wine and oysters out first. They don't have an oyster special, but they're worth the price ($2.75ea)--super fresh and from their own farm. As for our meals : The kids' chicken fingers and fries were solid--crispy fries and juicy chicken. The Caesar salad was flavorful, with toasted bread and an anchovy on top. The clam linguini was my favorite--plenty of clams and an incredible garlic wine sauce. The salmon was cooked just right and topped with a sweet chili sauce, paired with crunchy snow peas. Our server was seriously hustling but still managed to take care of everyone around her with ease and kindness. I'm already dreaming about that clam linguini--I just hope I get to come back sooner rather than later. read more

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This place is such a hit! Views were good especially on sunny rooftop on days like the birthday we celebrated up there. Oysters do fresh!! The trio of oysters is the best too grilled and the bourbon oysters and the scallops stand out fresh perfection. You must try the Keylime bar for dessert. It is so tart and delicious. What a treat covered in white chocolate on a stick. Always enjoy the good wait staff too... I'm so crushed to know of the fire destroying much of it recently 5/2025! Best wishes rebuilding! We will look for your comeback. read more

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Came to Matunuck after my graduation. Food here is always delicious and never disappoints! Service was a bit slow because of how busy it was so just be patient with the servers. Atmosphere was loud but not complaining about it (love the liveliness of everything)! Love the vibes of the restaurant and the natural light that comes through and the beautiful view of water. Happy I got to come here one last time because moving away from RI and I am so sad to hear about the recent incident that occurred to the Matunuck family and hope you guys are able to bounce back quick from it read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Mussels - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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I was obsessed with this place and it has the best food and views. I sat right by the water. The grilled oysters were my fav, and they had the best clam chowder I had in Newport, I have tried about 4 others. read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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Let's begin by stating that this uber popular restaurant in South Kingston suffered a major fire and most of the restaurant is missing. Recently a good friend and I stop by to see if they were back open yet. We were surprised by a giant tent with a wooden floor, two bars and a kitchen, all erected in in use in place of the old restaurant.. The menu was abbreviated because of the lack of space to prepare the old menu. However, everything that we tasted was not only good, but it also was out and at the table in a relatively short period of time. We elected to sit at one of the bars for lunch and that was probably the last two seats that were left available at a little bit after 12:30 PM. The restaurant was full as it could be by 1 PM and there was no shortage of staff running around and Service seem to be going along pretty well. The only thing that perhaps is lacking is a better set of directions for parking and someone to explain the rules of parking a boat nearby at their docs cause that sure is fun to visit the restaurant via boat. I sampled an order of stuffy's, which were just simply amazing and I also had a dozen little Neck clams on the half shell. Each clam was sweet briny and tasted like it had just been shocked which it indeed had. My friend elected to try the fried oysters. He had originally hoped to have fried whole belly clams however they were not being offered on this menu. The oysters were plump, sweet and full of flavor, and I would rate them as the best fried oysters that I've ever tried. All in all the new temporary oyster house isn't the old one, but it's not that far off. Please give it a try. read more

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The fresh oysters are the best around and the atmosphere is an ongoing celebration, even after the Oyster Bar burned last Spring, the pop-up restaurant was still classy, festive and fun. They didn't miss a beat. Don't leave Rhode Island without trying this spot! You won't ever find another place like it or one that's better. read more

Overall a lovely place to grab a festive or celebratory lunch!! Valet was quick, efficient, and friendly. Of course we had to start off with oysters, we ended up getting a mixed dozen. The Matunuck oysters were definitely smaller than the others, tasty, just small. I also gave their RI chowder a try and it was super tasty. The fish and chips were also plentiful and cooked perfectly. We sat inside the tent part, which was beautifully done. It didn't have as much of a view, but was still lovely. read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

We did the 10 am tour of the oyster farm and then had lunch under the tent. My wife loved her lobster roll and I had blackened tuna which I enjoyed. I also enjoyed 3 of their freshly harvested oysters which were excellent. I enjoyed one of the local draft beers. The waitress was excellent and eating right after the tour made parking easy (valet only) and we beat the crowd. The oyster farm tour was fascinating and the tour guide (a 10 year employee) was great. (But I'm a nerd who loves learning about new things.) read more

Stopped by after the Matunuck Oyster Farm tour, what a great way to start your morning! I sat at the bar next to the pier and it was just gorgeous. I had the oyster sampler, clam chowder and the calamari. It was perfect. The staff was friendly and advised me to try the oyster sampler over the dozen matunuck oyster which I really appreciated since it wasn't my favorite of the four I tried. I really enjoyed my visit and can't wait to return! read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Oyster sampler - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Parking: valet only in the lot, park yourself on the street. Decor: what you would expect from an oyster house on the water but very cozy Staff: attentive but not in your face Food: excellent, probably the second best burger next to the one at Park Tavern in NJ. Price: average for the area Overall: will 100% be going in to try something else on the menu read more

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I am impressed at how Matunuck Oyster bar has handled their business after the fire at their restaurant on May 20th. The al fresco dining across the street in the previous parking lot is a lot better than expected! Although there is plenty of seating under the large white tent, I was given one of the two person tables on the "rooftop" of the bar area with a reservation (recommended). It was cool to see they setup a shucking station, plate and silverware station and full service bar under the tent as well. It seems like they are doing the cooking via their food truck, which is large but certainly not enough to service the area so they have some additional tents as well in the back. For a drink I got a Bloody Mary. It was not what you typically expect, it must be that they squeezed tomato juice fresh themselves. I tasted the liquor more than the juice. For food we got some oysters and calamari - the calamari came first and was phenomenal, however we had to remind the waitress about the oysters as they never came. And for an entree I had the scallops, which were cooked to perfection and had a nice touch of the seasoning on them. But it took a while to get the food with only a food truck churning out orders. Overall it was a fun experience and I'm glad that Matunuck OB is back on their feet! The waitress said that they will begin tearing the old restaurant down and rebuild a new building that will hopefully open next summer. Can't wait! read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Al fresco dining - construction has started on the burned down restaurant - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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Absolutely one of Little Rhody's Best Restaurants! Try the Lobster Pizza Appetizer & the Bourbon Oysters! read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - My Favorite Bloody Mary! - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Can't get enough!!! The service, food and ambiance are the best. There is no better location or view to enjoy a wonderful meal. Waiting for your rebuild. read more

Matunick Oyster bar never let's you down. Everytime my wife and I go here, I usually try something different, their specials are always great and they have a decent selection as far as variety goes. My wife always orders the same dish, Blackened Ahi Tuna and this time, I decided I would, too. I got tired of asking for a bite of hers and saying "dang.. I wish I got that too!". While it was delicious, it wasn't actually as good as it typically is. The dish was different than other times. There was significantly less sause around the dish and instead of having creamy mashed potatoes they were more of a rustic smashed potato. The roasted pepper didn't seem as plentiful as the last time I had this dish but the little golden raisin accents were still as I remembered. Now, I have to give credit where it's due, it was a great portion. Nice thick chunks of tuna that had no gristly or veiny sections. The blackened portions were flavorful, and the potatoes, while not as good as the creamy version they've used before, were filling and overall solid. Admittedly this version of the dish felt significantly healthier as the potatoes didn't seem to be or feel like they were loaded with butter. Aside from the main, the bourbon scallops I got were delicious, they were very small and essentially a bite each, but tasty and tender nonetheless. Along with the scallops, I had a house salad which was simple, fresh, and delicious. Didn't get to take a photo of that but I loved the watermelon radish that was used- such a visual enhancement to a plain ol' salad. We did have to wait 15 or so minutes in the bar area after checking in with our reservation, so plan for that. I've never been here when it wasn't packed. If you don't have a reservation, you will not get in so plan ahead! Overall, I enjoyed it. We got to sit upstairs which is quite a bit more quiet, although, not as nice of an ambiance as down stairs. I recommend everyone who loves seafood come here. One thing is for sure, they place food quality above all else. read more

Matunuck Oyster Bar - Bourbon Scallops - Seafood Near Me - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

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Service was excellent. We were seated right away , waitress was very attentive but not a stalker . Chowder wasn't super thick like Captain Parker's but it was very creamy and not watery . It also had a great flavor and tons of clams. I also liked that they used red potatoes with the skin on. Reminded me of my dad's chowder. The Stuffie was made exactly the way I like it, with a bread stuffing and a crunchy exterior but moist and not too wet on the inside. It had a nice little kick and a decent amount of clams . Also if you like wine , beer or liquor they have an enormous list with lots of variety and high quality alcohol! Can't wait to come back in the summer ! read more

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This is the best overall restaurant in Southern RI. Definitely will return soon. Lobster rolls are delish. read more

Fantastic, fresh seafood. Great service, beautiful view of the water. We went early afternoon on a Monday during off season and it was still super busy. That did not impede the outstanding service or food quality. It was very windy and our server was very accommodating in moving us to another table. We ordered a dozen oysters which were so fresh and flavorful. We sampling all three types but my favorite is still the Matunuck. We shared a butternut lobster bisque soup, which had tons of lobster pieces and a savory sweet flavor that made me wish we were not sharing. My friend had a hot buttered lobster roll which was the best we have ever had. The lobster was delicious, not chewy or over cooked. The fries were crisp and not over salted. I had the best and goat cheese salad which was the perfect accompaniment to the bisque. Be advised that during the summer, you may need to make reservations weeks in advance, it is well worth the planning! read more

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My friend and I were traveling from out of town and found the stellar reviews on Yelp and took a drive in the rain to check it out. We loved everything we tried! The mussels appetizer was the star and we both enjoyed every bite. We also got the RI chowder and the scallops for dinner as well--all outstanding! We also loved the ambiance and would love to come back in warmer weather to enjoy the outside setting. I would highly recommend anyone try this restaurant if you are a seafood lover. read more

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