Anytime we're in the Newport area, this is always our first dining spot for their clam chowder; in Steph's and my opinion, it is the best in town, hands down! As a pro tip, you should always order a side of sliced sourdough bread to go with it; it is the perfect pairing for that creamy goodness. For beverages, they have about a dozen flavored sodas to choose from, and I always get the Cherry Bomb from that list. Other favorites from their menu are the oyster shooters, their famous popcorn shrimp, and The Crew Share. Service is always quick and friendly, whether you are dining in or ordering for takeout. The location offers a variety of seating, including cozy indoor options as well as side and front patio seating for when the weather is nice. If you want to take the experience home, they also have fresh steamed Dungeness crab and a wide variety of other seafood for sale to go as well! You truly can't go wrong when stopping in here for lunch or dinner. read more

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This was another meal during our May 2024 Newport visit. I recall the server being a teenager and new to the job. It looks like the salmon dish my husband got had cheese on top (allergy) so I'm guessing we asked for it without the cheese after I snapped a photo and we noticed the cheese. There's a chance it's not cheese, but it looks like cheese... and goat/sheep cheese doesn't seem likely (he can have those... just not cow cheese). My fried oysters & chips meal was good but quite heavy. I think I decided to try the grilled version next time if we return. read more

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One of my favorites. Gino's has been the best place for fish and chips for years. Fresh and delicious. Also the Best clam chowder! Service is always good as well. You can't beat the atmosphere; kinda of a sea shantytown vibe, but clean and fun. Highly recommended. read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Best Clam Chowder in Newport. - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

We had lunch here today. It included the signature popcorn shrimp which is a local favorite. My friend had the Bourbon Peach prawn salad, with peach vinaigrette dressing. Both dishes were outstanding! Service was fantastic. Attentive, quick and friendly! The ambiance is quintessential Oregon coastal vibes. Can't wait to eat here again! read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

Hoping to find great seafood here as recommended by fellow Yelpers but was disappointed. The clam chowder was super thick and not enough clams. The fish and chips were just ok and so was the popcorn shrimp. The best part of the meal was the crab cakes which. Service was slow considering there was only 1 other table with people. read more

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Great halibut fish and chips, incredible prawn tacos! Super delicious food. A little pricey and service was just okay but we enjoyed our lunch here! The coleslaw was kinda brown... we didn't eat it. Otherwise it was great read more

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Hidden gem! My top favorite restaurant in the historic bayfront district. Home made freshness and perfectly cooked food! read more

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On the boardwalk. Pretty small inside with some outside seating. Staff was friendly. Food was very good! Highly recommend Ordered Crab cake sandwich: husband said maybe the best crab cake he's had Fish and chips: the breading of the fish was perfect. Crispy but not heavy read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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I wanted to eat fresh cooked Dungeness crab, but Chelsea Rose only had fresh Dungeness crab, and Gino's offered Crab on their menu, so off we went to check them out! After sitting down and ordering found out they were out of stock on Dungeness crab , so since we were there we might as well eat! I ordered fresh Oysters on a half shell and the waiter made the mistake on also inputting oysters shooters which both were very fresh clean and tasty! The crab cakes were made with Dungeness crab meat and it was delicious and full of crab and not overly made with fillers. The clam chowder was okay, but a little heavy and thick, but taste was great and served with oyster crackers. Restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating, the staff were very friendly and informative! Restroom was clean, right across the restaurant was the pier and Riley's Believe it or not Museum. Conveniently located lots of seafood processing plants nearby. But no Seafood markets near by. read more

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Ocean Bleu had such a cozy nautical atmosphere and the hospitality was genuinely warm and welcoming. We were especially excited for the clam chowder, but unfortunately it was very heavy on the cream and lacked much clam flavor. The salad greens also could have been a bit fresher, and the wine selection felt fairly average. Overall, it's a cute spot for the ambiance, but the food itself was a bit underwhelming and not somewhere we'd return to for dining. read more

Great food, but not a great experience. I've been there a lot of times over the years, almost every time I'm in town. This was disappointing. Website said open to 8:30, so we got there around 7:15. Big mistake! They started turning people away at 8:00, and started cleaning while we were eating. They were pretty inattentive. We felt rushed, and they seemed to feel inconvenienced when we asked for anything. I tried to order dessert at 8:10, but were told the dessert section was closed, so he just brought the check instead. We told the server the website said they were open until 8:30. He just told us, "Yes, the website says that, but it's no longer accurate." That was it. The food was really good, but there are a lot of places like this in Newport, and we would have gone somewhere else if we knew they didn't want us there. read more

The food was very hot and fresh-- a little over priced. Fish taco flavor was great but didn't need any more. The fish, pico, avocado,cabbage and spicy sauce were all that was needed-- leave the onions and pepper off, they don't add to the flavor. Service was good. Wait time also very good. Fish and chips piping hot cooked to perfection. Thumbs up on the clam chowder as well. read more

This place was a great find. Highly recommend. The clam chowder was amazing! Highly recommend the fish & chips as well. Next time we are in town we will be heading back to the Ocean Bleu. read more

Just a beer on the patio. Food looks great. Staff are super nice. Would love to revisit! read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Me: Can I just get a beer and sit outside? Friendly staff: is your wife in the shop next door? Me: Staff: Yeah, we get that a lot - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

The manager is lazy. The closing time online and on their door says 8pm but when we got their a little before 7 we where informed the hours of operation is wrong. That they closed earlier that what they have advertised. Its a shame the employees have to work under such a manager. read more

$30 X 2 fish n chips They tacked on a 15% "to go" fee. There was no seating. It was completely packed. Did them a favor by taking it to go. Then they add that mandatory fee? Extra $10. Not happy. Too expensive for lunch. Fee is ridiculous and unnecessary read more

Located in the middle of the historic waterfront. Outdoor seating ~ sidewalk tables for two or picnic tables on the side. Pup friendly. As printed on the menu, most but not all seafood is caught locally. The usual fried selection. Portions are smaller with prices a bit higher. The Crew Share might sound like a lot but it is really small in quantity. Local beer. Service eh. A fun stop along the Newport boardwalk. read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Calamari & Chips $15.49 - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

don't be fooled by the underwhelming physical appearance, Gino's is a great stop while visiting the bay front! they have solid food options both seafood and non-seafood. we tried the coconut prawns and as someone who isn't a seafood eater, even i liked it! service was good, nothing to write home about but overall it was a lovely experience with no complaints. read more

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Very good food! We were very happy with our food choices. The popcorn shrimp, tacos, fish and chips were incredible. Highly recommend. read more

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Fast and amazing service. Friendly staff that gave great recommendations. Checked on us constantly to make sure we had everything we wanted. Food was great. So plentiful and delicious. Fresh and seasoned to perfection. Will definitely go again. read more

Wow, I usually don't write reviews of places, but I have to say I stopped here on a trip up the coast...I guess it seems like you just have to get clam chowder. The thing about clam chowder is I don't really ever order it...it just isn't a thing where I'm at except for Campbell's soup cans... But the clam chowder at this place blew me away it was soooo good and I got some to go and the family thinks it's amazing too. Also had the Po Boy Sandwich with prawn and the prawns were perfectly cooked. The servers were A LITTLE slow but very apologetic about it and very nice, seemed mature for their age given most of the servers looked very young. Really great little spot, will definitely go again someday. read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

"Marco" was a waiter Extroidinare! Service was fast, staff friendly, clean table and eclectic coastal surroundings. Menu had so many good things to try, we went with rock cod fish & chips, popcorn shrimp appetizer and rock cod tacos. The food was scrumptious, the fries were thick crisp potato skins. I highly recommend read more

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If I could give negative stars, I would. Absolutely not child-friendly and extremely disappointing treatment of families. My family and I are on vacation and decided to stop here for lunch with our 3-year-old son. Like most toddlers, he was happily talking, laughing, and coloring while we waited for our food. This was during lunch, not some quiet fine-dining environment. Before we had even taken a single bite of our meal, an older couple sitting behind us began loudly complaining about the "noise." When the older man finished eating, he aggressively shoved and slammed his chair toward our table near my child and me. When my husband asked what his problem was, he responded that he wanted "f***ing peace and quiet." What was even more shocking was the owner's response. Instead of addressing a grown adult acting aggressively toward a family with a small child, she chose to side with him and told us to stop talking because "it's a restaurant." Let that sink in -- a restaurant owner defending a man who slammed furniture toward a table with a toddler because a 3-year-old was laughing during lunch. If you're a family with children, I would think twice before supporting a business that treats kids like an inconvenience and allows other customers to behave aggressively toward them. We left feeling embarrassed, unwelcome, and honestly stunned at how poorly this situation was handled. We will absolutely never return. read more

Lovely bite to eat for a family of 3, we were craving SEAFOOD! And we got it! Great quality. Fresh & served quickly. Loved the crab, and halibut. We shared both, and it was plenty. Would recommend! Service was friendly. read more

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Fast service. Loved the popcorn shrimp and clam chowder. Probably the best clam chowder I've had in a long time. The waiters were attentive and kind. I took off a star because the crab appetizer I got was inedible. It had no taste to it what so ever which was surprising considering it was listed as being locally caught. read more

we came back to the historic bayfront after a few yrs, and had lunch on our first day, sitting inside......i had a corona, and my partner had the huckelberry cider......we shared the crab louie and shrimp ceviche....the staff is wonderful, friendly, and the food/drink superb.....thx so much.... read more

Very impressive chowder and shrimp cocktail! Lovely, smiling, friendly wait staff. I wish I lived closer. read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Pink Shrimp Cocktail Gino's Homemade Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

The food is good, chowder is great. Coleslaw is a missed opportunity. I would like to try more menu items. Service is spotty at best. Great spot for local seafood. Just don't set your expectations too high on the service or get in a hurry and you'll be fine. read more

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While traveling all the way from Tennessee to California and Oregon to enjoy some fresh seafood. I stopped by this restaurant and enjoyed the most delicious jumbo prawn cocktail with fresh salmon on slightly seasoned vegetables. It was absolutely delicious. I would give them five stars if it weren't for the waiter that was talking to coworkers Dropping F bombs about how excited he was in applying for the various colleges he hopes to attend. This was not my waiter, of course, but it was the one that has a haircut like Howard on The Big Bang Theory. Someone just should talk to him about the language he uses when he's in public around anybody. Especially when he's at work in front of customers. read more

Ocean Bleu At Gino's - Fresh salmon over lightly seasoned sautéed fresh veggie medley. - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Oregon

I had crab cake with salsa sauce, and my husband had their Parmesan crusted. We also shared a large bowl of clam chowder, which was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend anyone in the area to visit this place. The staff were very attentive and kind. read more

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Calamari is the absolute best. Coconut curry shrimp was amazing. Fish and chips good as always. Service was a bit slow. All in all, one of our favorite places. read more

Clam chowder is my all time favorite thing to order here. Some days I order with the sourdough bowl and some days I order the grilled garlic bread to dip in my soup. Dining in is always a great experience but when we camp nearby, we just grab food and take it back to our camper. Our favorite spot when we are in the area hands down! read more

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when in newport, you have to have seafood!! this spot was a great homey find. it's very quaint inside, but nicely decorated with a fisherman's touch. the food came out very fast and you could tell that the people really cared about the quality of their food. tried the... shrimp ceviche 10/10 very flavorful and the shrimp were so small!! you can tell they were freshly caught. albacore tuna fish & chips 8/10 nicely battered and not overly fishy tasting calamari 9/10 a classic and the batter was nice & light read more

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Excellent service. The waiter brought drinks and a menu right away. Appetizers came out quickly, followed by the main course. You feel like you are on the harbor sitting in the restraunt. Pictures of fish on the wall and fishing apparatus hanging. The food was fresh, hot, and tasty. They allow substitution of side dishes. Everything we had was outstanding. Expect to pay a little more because the seafood is fresh and you are on the ocean. read more

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Our friends asked what we wanted to eat. We said oysters. Holy cow best oysters I've had in a long time at the Coast. The food was amazing. From the Oysters on a half shell to the clam chowder . All the food and drinks were amazing. We will be back. This place looks like a hole in the wall that is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. read more

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We pivoted to this restaurant by a recommendation from our hotel's manager, instead of going to the popular one nearby. We were so pleased that we tried this place. Services were so friendly and so nice. Food was so fresh and delicious. We will come back again read more

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Only got the clam chowder in a bread bowl, but I must say it was excellent. Nice big chunks of fresh clam. And I'm a chowder snob

I wasn't kidding when I said I'd be back for more of that delectable crab dip of theirs - this is my third time revisiting Gino's and it's all about their fabulous Dungeness Crab, Shrimp & Cheese dip!! It's basically like a deconstructed crab rangoon and it comes with lovely crostinis to spread it on - pure heaven! This time I also tried their "Crew Share" plate which is a combo of fried treats - 2 pieces each of light, flaky halibut, plump scallops, giant prawns, and oysters - all cooked to perfection and full of flavor! It comes with coleslaw and their unique Gino's fries which are like plump potato chips crossed with steak fries - it was all excellent. They have a casual, beachy vibe with indoor seating and two outdoor seating sections - one right out front to watch the busy street action of adorable Newport and also a cute patio section. Service is always fast and friendly. Prices are comparable for the area - but the quality is definitely superior! The location is wonderful too - in the quaint little downtown area of coastal Newport - with lots of cute shops and candy stores and great views from all the piers. It's almost all street parking with one or two public lots but I've never had issues finding a spot. I'm already daydreaming about more of that dip so I'll definitely be back lol! Highly recommend! read more

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Fabulous clam chowder, lightly fresh battered fresh local ling cod fish and chips. Excellent grilled fresh lingerie cod tacos. Great service, check them out. read more

Food was amazing. Our group ordered a variety of things from the menu from the Halibut fish and chips, crab cakes, clam chowder to scallops. Everyone was very pleased with their meal. The hostess and servers were very friendly. Prices were reasonable and drinks were also very good. read more