Pretty much the freshest seafood you can get without it being alive at point of purchase. Always…read morewonderful quality, fair prices and good service.

The Local Catch claims to be the best seafood in RI, and I have to agree with them. If for no other…read morereason than it is so incredibly hard to find fresh, local seafood... In the ocean state. Ridiculous, right? Right. We've had halibut, tuna, swordfish, fluke, scallops and even sapper from their icy stand at the local farmers' market. The inform you about what you're buying, are more than happy to help you select your fish and then make sure to pack it up nice and cold for the journey home. What I really love is their mission: local fishermen who practice sustainability so our waters continue to yield such a beautiful bounty. So, there you have it: fresh-caught, local seafood that is incredibly delicious and mindfully procured. You can order from them online, find them at farmers' markets or you can create a special agreement with them akin to a CSA (they call it a CFA). This is what I plan to do once the farmers' markets shut down for the season so I can get the goods all year 'round.

Chris was amazing helping our family pick out the best lobster! 10/10 recommend for local,…read morefriendly, and expert service :)

Placed a call after one of their delivery vans ran a light and nearly caused me a crash…read more Thankfully, I was alert and managed to slam on my brakes. I called (Saturday, May 10, 2025) and asked for a call back on Monday to discuss their driver safety programs. Here we are on Friday, May 16, and there has been no response. If this company cannot be bothered to train their drivers about traffic rules or safety; and if they cannot bother to respond to a call; I would fear to buy anything from them.

You drive up, tell them how many lobsters you want and voila!…read more What a great way to turn this pandemic on its head. Sadly, the RI fisherman quickly felt the downfall of all the restaurant closures and so the state allowed the fishermen to sell directly to the public. They set it up drivethru style so you don't even have to get out of your car. You pull up to the next available fisherman and they had lobsters and crabs. We went several times this summer and only missed out once, we went a bit too late and they had just sold out. There is nothing quite like ordering lobsters and watching them pull them directly out of the ocean in front of you. Talk about fresh. The lobstermen said that its great since they are able to recoup some of their losses however the downside is that they have to now stay at the dock and sell their product slowly, whereas before, they would dock and unload and head home. The guy I was talking to mentioned that they plan to sell lobster for as long as they can so he was thinking thru November at least, but that may change just like everything else does.

If you want a true Rhode Island seafood experience, this is the place. Champlin's Seafood is as…read morefarm to table as it gets, except it's literally ocean to plate. You can sit there and watch the fishing boats come in knowing that seafood is about to end up on your table. It doesn't get more authentic than that. The calamari is cooked perfectly and so good. The littlenecks and steamers are my absolute favorite, I honestly have never had better. Everything tastes insanely fresh. The staff is what really makes it special. Some people have been working there for decades and it feels more like a family than a restaurant. Their bartender Kerri has won awards just for being herself, and once you meet her, you'll get it. It wouldn't feel like a real Rhode Island visit without stopping here. Champlin's is just one of those places you keep coming back to.

Champlain's is always amazing. The lobster meat is great and not too heavy with mayo or butter…read more They have great steamers, broiled fish plates, and the clear chowder is fantastic. This is an absolute Gansett staple. There is usually a one so come early, order grab a drink and enjoy the lively bar and views. Also, the seafood shop downstairs is great and always has super fresh options.

absolutely the best BLT ever! Great location, too, on the upstairs deck where our sandwiches were…read morebrought to us to devour!

Great tackle shop, and the snack shack is an absolute hidden gem!…read more The rod selection is vast, and everyone who works there is super knowledgeable. They always have the best green crabs during tautog season... good bait makes a big difference. Any time I need to stock up in fishing supplies I make sure to do it around lunch time so I have an excuse to grab a bite to eat. They have everything from breakfast to lobster BLTs. Do yourself a favor and pay them a visit!

Wowza, this little oyster shack serves some of the best raw oysters in RI. The business owners…read moreoriginally distributed their delicious oysters to restaurants, and due to their popularity, they have opened their own little raw oyster shack near the harbor where the boats come in. We got half "Dutchies" and half "Original" which is served on ice with lemon, hot sauce, and an apple mignonette. So fresh, so delicious, I honestly could have ate 12 more but there was a line (for a good reason)! This place is a must if you're boating or hanging out in Beavertail State Park. I can't wait to go back for more!