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New Bedford’s best local businesses

The 152 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best
152 businesses listed5 added this month14 categories

● Updated Sep 17

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Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

  • Charles River Esplanade

    Parks & Outdoors

    Whether you’re craving an easy jog by the water, a guided tour, or live music that actually slaps, Charles River Esplanade keeps the…

    Storrow Dr (Boston) · esplanade.org ↗

  • Fan Pier Park

    Parks & Outdoors

    Fan Pier Park is that rare downtown pause button, a manicured waterfront walk with room to actually sit still. Grassy seating, benches,…

    1 Courthouse Wy (Boston) · fanpierboston.com ↗

  • Restaurant Depot

    Services

    Members-only chain selling wholesale food, beverages, equipment & supplies for restaurants & bars.

    500 Kings Hwy · restaurantdepot.com ↗

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