Southeast Light Delights

Great spot for dinner on the island! Really enjoyed the meal. Service was attentive and they were…read morevery on top of filling waters and seeing what we needed. Really enjoyed sitting on the deck. What we liked: Oysters and clams Lobster rolls - hot and cold Burger - combo of fried oysters on the burger were great Some feedback: Think that a couple more fried oysters could have been put on the burger Think the sauce pairing with the calamari could have been better - would have loved to see a marinara or true RI style calamari

Came here a few times this summer and it was pretty average. Good views of the pond and a fun…read morelocation though. Food is just nothing special. Thank you, Bob B.

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Tiki Rum Sour

Kimberly's

4.4(118 reviews)

The food here was delicious. I had a beer salad with roasted asparagus that was good. The service…read morewas quick, we didn't have to wait long for our food. Stop by.

First time on Block Island and we had a lovely dinner in the best restaurant I could find. My…read morehusband, brother, baby, and I had a really nice evening. We started with the calamari, the singular appetizer we could all agree on. This didn't knock our socks off, we would've been better off with something else. The bread and oil to start were lovely though, I just wish they didn't charge for refills. For our entrees, I got the seafood fra diavolo that I really enjoyed. I wish it would have been a little spicier and the shrimp had the tails removed. My brother got the salmon with rice and veggies, which was simple but well executed. The winner was my husband with the lobster mac and cheese. The two bites I was allowed were the best lobster mac I've ever had. I regret not ordering it for myself! The staff was nice, patient with the baby. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Overall it was a very nice meal, a little pricey for what it was, but still. Would definitely recommend, especially the lobster mac!

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Roasted asparagus and red curry mussel appetizers

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Mohegan Restaurant & Bar

3.9(276 reviews)

1.4 mi

We love this place. The food is always great. This visit for lunch was extremely busy. Our food…read morewas a little on the late side. Not enough to complain about. When our food arrived the waitress said the wait was way too long and comped our lunch. They didn't have to do this but it was very appreciated. the smoked pork shoulder sandwich was awesome!

Amazing rainy day lunch! Would go back for sure! The French onion soup hit the spot and the Bloody…read moreMarys were great. The pork shoulder sandwich was also amazing! Great views of the harbor as well. Best, Bob B.

Fra Diavolo (omg!)

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Fairly wide bar selection

The Beachead

4.1(249 reviews)

1.6 mi

HAVE NEVER been disappointed here. Last year ate here twice with family at loved it. This year only…read moremy wife and I, due to some medication she is very picky about "thinking" of food smells and she attacked it last night Had the truffle fries and the order is way more than two people should eat, yet we did!!!! She had the fried clams which is also a very generous portion and she loved it. I had the Teriyaki Steak Tips and they were also delicious. Service was very attentive & on point. We sat outside since it was nice evening and enjoyed it. Mudslide was ok, I should have stuck to my Jack & Ginger.... Have four more nights on the island so extremely likely will be eating here again.

The food is not that good. Sometimes you'll luck out and get something decent, but most of the time…read moreit is very underwhelming and obviously from Sysco. When I went last time the lobster roll wasn't fresh at all and had way too much mayo. The pasta salad tasted like oil. The chowder was good but we found a weird clump of something in it and we lost our appetites. Only reason this isn't a 1 star review is because the service is usually pretty good and the vibes there are nice. Amazing view. Definitely worth it for cocktails but would avoid ordering anything.

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Delicious and perfectly prepared asparagus

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Beach Bar

3.9(13 reviews)

Nice menu for lunch. We all had drinks and light fare. I had the barbecue flatbread, which was…read moredelicious. We all enjoyed our meals.

We ordered onion rings and 2 mudslides, and the bill came to $60 before tip.... onion rings were…read moreposted on the sign as costing $12, so that means each drink was $24??? I've been literally all over the world, and the only place I've spent so much for drinks was a beach front resort in Hawaii. The food and drinks were good, hence the 2 stars instead of one, but the price of drinks is beyond unreasonable given the price everywhere else on the island.

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The Barn

4.0(96 reviews)

1.1 mi

•$$$

This place is a hidden gem! We've been coming to Block Island for the past seven years and only…read morejust discovered The Barn. It ended up being the best meal of our trip! We made reservations for 5:30 pm, arrived a little early, and they seated us right away. We started with cocktails, and complimentary bread arrived shortly after. For appetizers, we ordered the brussel sprouts, octopus, and lamb lollipops. The brussel sprouts were my personal favorite, but everything was outstanding. For our entrées, we had the halibut, scallops, and bouillabaisse. The halibut was absolutely incredible and my favorite, though every dish was delicious and beautifully prepared. We finished with the key lime tart. It's on the smaller side, so if you're sharing with more than two people, I'd recommend ordering a couple of different desserts. We sat in the enclosed patio style dining room, which had large windows, gorgeous views, and lots of natural light. It felt like you were dining outside while still being indoors. They also have a more intimate indoor dining room with low lighting and a cozy ambiance. One of the coolest features is the open kitchen, where you can watch the chefs prepare food. Our waiter was fantastic! He was attentive, took the time to answer all of our questions, and even helped us narrow down our dinner choices when we couldn't decide. We'll definitely be back the next time we're on Block Island. Highly recommend!

Absolutely amazing for the third year in a row! The service was top notch and sitting at the…read morecounter and interacting with the kitchen staff really put the experience over the top! By far the best halibut I've had in a long time, I will be dreaming about it! Husband had the pork chop and it was cooked perfectly, he absolutely loved it. Can't wait to come back!

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Stuffed clams with chorizo

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New York sour

Three Sisters

3.8(109 reviews)

•$

Delightful, prompt, fresh and delicious. These cash-only fabulous duster have lunch dialed in…read more Fresh sammiches made with love (that's a quote)! $14 for any sammich on the menu with a bag of chips for lunch as of 27 SEPT 2023. Come out and help us support local women owner small businesses! We got the Twisted Sister and Brigid Beachin'. Both were outstanding!

Enjoyed a Sunday evening dinner from the raw Crudo and Grill menu. Gourmet presentation…read more They advertise BYOB but the the corking fees were extremely excessive. $32 for wine and $25 for beer. They really need to rethink this.

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TigerFish

3.9(137 reviews)

TigerFish was a nice break from all the seafood places on Block Island. It's not right on the main…read morestreet, so it's a lot quieter and more laid back. The patio outside is really clean and comfy, and it's a great spot to have lunch. What really caught my attention was the Peking Duck Quesadilla , it was AMAZING. The flavors all worked so well together, and I would definitely order it again. One thing that was a bit of a problem was that it was kind of hard to eat, everything kept falling apart, but it was so good that it didn't really matter. We got a bunch of other things too, like General Tso's Chicken, coconut rice, crab rangoons, coconut shrimp, and a shrimp sushi roll. everything was really good and fresh. The coconut rice was a great side dish, and the crab rangoons were gone in no time. The drinks were also really good, One thing though, they didn't put a lot of liquor in them, but they were still fun to drink. Our server was really great, and did a fantastic job, especially since we had a big group of 12 people. We get that it can be tough to handle a table that size. The only problem we had was with the timing of the food. Some of us got our appetizers and main courses before the others had even gotten their appetizers. It wasn't a huge issue, but it's something the kitchen could work on to make sure big groups feel like they're eating together. It would be great if they could improve that, so everyone can enjoy their meal at the same time. I would definitely go back to TigerFish. It's a great choice if you want something different from the usual Block Island food. They have really tasty food, great drinks, and a nice quiet atmosphere.

We stumbled across Tigerfish using the Karpo app, and I'm surprised it took me this long to try it…read more I've been visiting Block Island for years--hundreds of times, in fact--but had never stopped here before. We visited midweek, so it was fairly quiet. The restaurant is conveniently located just a short walk from the ferry and offers plenty of seating, both indoors and outdoors. Service was fast, friendly, and especially helpful when it came to identifying which menu items were vegan or could be modified, which we really appreciated. We ordered the B.Y.O. Tofu Spring Rolls and the Pork Potstickers. Both appetizers were generously sized. The spring rolls were fresh and flavorful, but having to assemble them myself at the table was a bit messy and took away from the enjoyment. I would have preferred them to come fully prepared. That said, they were still quite tasty. The pork potstickers, on the other hand, were a standout and an easy favorite of the meal. One downside was that the doors were open to enjoy the beautiful weather, but that also meant we were battling flies throughout our meal, which was a little distracting. Overall, Tigerfish was a great find with good food, knowledgeable service, and a convenient location. Despite a couple of minor drawbacks, we enjoyed our visit and will definitely return on a future trip to Block Island.

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Salmon Tataki & Tuna Crispy Rice = $45

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TigerFish water and Lavender Haze

Block Island Oyster Bar and Grill

4.0(23 reviews)

1.2 mi

We didn't have a reservation but we were lucky enough to get a spot at the bar. Lively and fun and…read morewe met some new friends! Drinks were perfect and the Lazy Man Lobster was really good but super filling.

We loved all 5 appetizers and the perfect bistro table located next to the fountain. It's a…read morecharming place with beautifully manicured grounds. The food was excellent. Service excellent. Would absolutely return

Fountain

Stuffies.

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Delicious martini on the back patio.

The Oar

3.5(355 reviews)

2.4 mi

Came for lunch and sat on the deck! We don't love picnic tables to sit at, so we opted for inside…read more A nice view of Great Salt Pond. The server was very friendly and attentive! The watermelon sangria was not as sweet as I had thought, and I didn't love it but it was doable. The rum runner was definitely a better choice! All of the food was great! The edamame were yummy, and we all loved the seared tuna was so good!!! The sushi was fresh and delicious! The lobster BLT was perfect! The Caesar wraps had lots of mahi in them and a good dressing! Mahi tacos were also enjoyed and everyone had cleared plates! The dishes don't come with anything (except a tiny thing of cole slaw which was just OK). We got a side of each of the fries and the portions weren't huge - but it was fine since we had plenty of food!! We actually looking forward to coming back for lunch!

This place is all about the vibes and nice sunset views on the patio, but frankly the food was…read morepretty bad and expensive. Everything came out cold, the calamari was a very small portion and soggy, edamame was old, cold onion rings, fried mahi sandwich was dry and the bread fell apart after the third bite. The "dirty" martinis were straight up vodka. The service was hit or miss, host wasn't great but our server was quick. My friend hyped this place up but said it's really gone downhill, I would not return here.

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Lobster grilled cheese

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Love the painted paddles people bring in that get hung up.

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We have a new Block Island tradition. We bike to the Southeast Lighthouse and have a Lobster Grilled Cheese sandwich from the food truck, Southeast Light Delights. So creamy and delicious. No need to add anything extra to it. Grilled cheese perfection! read more

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Came for lunch and sat on the deck! We don't love picnic tables to sit at, so we opted for inside…read more A nice view of Great Salt Pond. The server was very friendly and attentive! The watermelon sangria was not as sweet as I had thought, and I didn't love it but it was doable. The rum runner was definitely a better choice! All of the food was great! The edamame were yummy, and we all loved the seared tuna was so good!!! The sushi was fresh and delicious! The lobster BLT was perfect! The Caesar wraps had lots of mahi in them and a good dressing! Mahi tacos were also enjoyed and everyone had cleared plates! The dishes don't come with anything (except a tiny thing of cole slaw which was just OK). We got a side of each of the fries and the portions weren't huge - but it was fine since we had plenty of food!! We actually looking forward to coming back for lunch!

This place is all about the vibes and nice sunset views on the patio, but frankly the food was…read morepretty bad and expensive. Everything came out cold, the calamari was a very small portion and soggy, edamame was old, cold onion rings, fried mahi sandwich was dry and the bread fell apart after the third bite. The "dirty" martinis were straight up vodka. The service was hit or miss, host wasn't great but our server was quick. My friend hyped this place up but said it's really gone downhill, I would not return here.

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If all you need are items from the frier you are safe to order here. The burger was charred to a…read moreburned briquette. Barely edible. The bun of the cheesesteak was also burned. But the staff are friendly. Also it is a cash only business so that is tough for most these days. Loads of ways this place could do better by changing the kitchen crew.

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Pricing is high, and on BI that is to be expected. Sitting outside two sandwiches and 2 bottles…read moreof water cost $53.00. The chix Cesar wrap needed more dressing. $2.00 more for 1.5 ounces of, most likely, Ken's Dressing. Nope.

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3.8

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I was on a boat nearby for a friends birthday and we stopped by here for lunch after. The lobster…read moreroll is decently portioned, but is nothing special. A lobster roll is a lobster roll and I will always enjoy one. I also got the calimari and very much enjoyed it, very crispy and the calimari was meaty. Heads up it is a little bit on the pricier side.

This place is great! There are two parts to it in two small shacks. One is a kind of seafood…read morefarmer's market where you can buy fresh-caught live lobster, clams, and a few other shellfish and the other is where they make the food. You can even buy a lobster from the one shack and have them cook it at the other. I had the lobster roll and the lobster bisque. Both needed a bit of salt but were otherwise delicious. The lobster roll had plenty of meat on it and almost no fillers (lettuce, celery, etc) which is just the way I like it. The bread was also soft, which can really make a difference with a lobster roll. It's easy to pass right by this place and not know it's here, so look closely - it's definitely worth a visit.

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Just ordered the Half dozen crab cakes... surprisingly large and fluffy!! Filled with clam too…read more You order at a walk-up window.. staff is friendly, and service was efficient. The tables are outdoors on a patio, with a view of the ferry docks (this is pretty much the first place you'll pass from the ferry.) They were out of the Stuffies, so we'll go back another day to try those!

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TigerFish was a nice break from all the seafood places on Block Island. It's not right on the main…read morestreet, so it's a lot quieter and more laid back. The patio outside is really clean and comfy, and it's a great spot to have lunch. What really caught my attention was the Peking Duck Quesadilla , it was AMAZING. The flavors all worked so well together, and I would definitely order it again. One thing that was a bit of a problem was that it was kind of hard to eat, everything kept falling apart, but it was so good that it didn't really matter. We got a bunch of other things too, like General Tso's Chicken, coconut rice, crab rangoons, coconut shrimp, and a shrimp sushi roll. everything was really good and fresh. The coconut rice was a great side dish, and the crab rangoons were gone in no time. The drinks were also really good, One thing though, they didn't put a lot of liquor in them, but they were still fun to drink. Our server was really great, and did a fantastic job, especially since we had a big group of 12 people. We get that it can be tough to handle a table that size. The only problem we had was with the timing of the food. Some of us got our appetizers and main courses before the others had even gotten their appetizers. It wasn't a huge issue, but it's something the kitchen could work on to make sure big groups feel like they're eating together. It would be great if they could improve that, so everyone can enjoy their meal at the same time. I would definitely go back to TigerFish. It's a great choice if you want something different from the usual Block Island food. They have really tasty food, great drinks, and a nice quiet atmosphere.

We stumbled across Tigerfish using the Karpo app, and I'm surprised it took me this long to try it…read more I've been visiting Block Island for years--hundreds of times, in fact--but had never stopped here before. We visited midweek, so it was fairly quiet. The restaurant is conveniently located just a short walk from the ferry and offers plenty of seating, both indoors and outdoors. Service was fast, friendly, and especially helpful when it came to identifying which menu items were vegan or could be modified, which we really appreciated. We ordered the B.Y.O. Tofu Spring Rolls and the Pork Potstickers. Both appetizers were generously sized. The spring rolls were fresh and flavorful, but having to assemble them myself at the table was a bit messy and took away from the enjoyment. I would have preferred them to come fully prepared. That said, they were still quite tasty. The pork potstickers, on the other hand, were a standout and an easy favorite of the meal. One downside was that the doors were open to enjoy the beautiful weather, but that also meant we were battling flies throughout our meal, which was a little distracting. Overall, Tigerfish was a great find with good food, knowledgeable service, and a convenient location. Despite a couple of minor drawbacks, we enjoyed our visit and will definitely return on a future trip to Block Island.

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