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    S S Dion

    4.2 (122 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    S S DION ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    The view from our outdoor table
    Elisabeth S.

    Scenery 5/5. Food 4.5/5. Service 5/5. Price 4.5/5. My husband and I were looking for a scenic restaurant in the Bristol area. We were visiting Rhode Island from MA and just looking for a change of scenery. The location is nicely placed by the water and a light breeze. They have both indoor and outdoor table! Overall the food is good and we would definitely come back again for their fresh made pastas! We ordered two sets of their prix fixe pasta dinner. It's a pretty good deal - for $38 it comes with an appetizer, a pasta entree and a dessert. They also had complimentary bread. It's pretty good chewy and crisp shell focacia that I believe is made at their restaurant. But the down side is that they only give two slices complimentary. We did end up ordering extra bread for $3 to dip with our pasta sauce but also a little sad that was also only two slices at that price. For appetizers we had the fried calamari and the crispy brussel sprouts. The portions were a little small but I think it's smaller for the set meals. There were probably ~ 3 brussel sprouts cut in halves in the bowl. I'd recommend to the chef that having it quarted or the layers fluffed out for more crispiness! For entrees we had the seafood fra diavolo which came with shrimp and mussels. It was very fresh and juicy! Sauce was perfect for the bread! My husband's gout makes him sensitive to shellfish and ordered the fish sausage gemelli pasta. It was also delicious like a pescatarian version of spicy italian sausage! The dessert options were also very tasty and unique. I highly recommend ordering the pairing of chocolate pot de creme (with a miso caramel!) and the basque cheesecake. Eating these two desserts together is a really amazing party of flavors!!

    Banana bread pudding
    Tommy L.

    Came here while visiting with some friends. All the food tasted fresh and delicious. The pasta was homemade and could easily tell. Oysters and raw seafood tasted fresh and the desert is now in my top 10. Our waitress was very friendly and made sure we never ran out of water. 10/10 service. The ambiance comes with a really nice view of the inlet overlooking all the boats, atleast for the outside seating. Will definitely be back

    Vodka Tortiglioni and Squid

    This is the fifth year going to Bristol after leaving Block Island for vacation. This was if the first year we tried SS Dion, that came highly recommended by our B&B owner. It will not be our last time going here. Our service was exceptional,on a very busy night, and we were not rushed (seems to be a standard at most places today). The cocktails and wine options were great. The food was exceptional. The heirloom tomato salad was the BEST we ever had. A must is the Gemelli, because you will not see this as an option on any restaurant. I do not think you could go wrong with anything on the menu.

    Parth R.

    This is the best meal I've had period. My group and I were visiting from DC and stopped by unassuming and enjoyed our first night so much, that we trekked back for dinner the next night. Both nights, the service, ambiance, and most importantly the meal itself was superb.

    Perfect fried clam plate
    Nik H.

    A most excellent restaurant. First time I visited. We went last night with friends for dinner and drinks. The main dining room interior was really well laid out with a large bay window that overlooks the water. Tables were spread out so everyone had room and the ambient noise was low so everyone could talk without raising their voce. Server was very attentive to everyone's need as the night progressed. Cocktails were fabulous and priced right. The food was the star of the show. We started with tuna tartar with house made pita chips. It was really tasty and full of tuna. One of the other couples had the clams casino and they looked really nice too. I had the fried clams for dinner and they were perfect - lightly battered with fresh clams. My wife had the baked stuffed shrimp. The stuffing was full of crab and the shrimp (4) were colossal. Cost was very reasonable. Everyone had a great time. We will certainly be back

    Mushroom Naan sans Cheddar...there's supposed to be cheddar on this

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    10 years ago

    the food is excellent. but the water glasses are way too small. I have to keep asking for water.

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