The best restaurants in New Bedford
162 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Venezia
RestaurantsClassic Italian dishes in a refined airy dining room on the water, plus related winery next door.
Venezia
RestaurantsYellow Door Taqueria
RestaurantsVintage-chic space for tacos, ceviche & other Cali-Mex fare, plus creative cocktails.
Yellow Door Taqueria
RestaurantsSweet Life
RestaurantsAiry, contemporary seat-yourself coffeehouse with light breakfast & lunch fare, baked goods & cakes.
Sweet Life
RestaurantsPat's Pizza & Catering
RestaurantsItalian wraps, hot & cold subs, calzones, pizza & pasta served in a basic setting.
Pat's Pizza & Catering
RestaurantsChubbs Taco & Tequila Bar
RestaurantsChubbs Taco & Tequila Bar channels Lucha Libre vibes in Dorchester with funky, fresh plates like elote dip, three kinds of guac, and…
Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar
RestaurantsEire Pub
RestaurantsEire Pub is that classic neighborhood spot with 50-plus years of stories, a visit or two from presidents, and 11 taps pouring steady with…
Eire Pub
RestaurantsNick's Pizza & Seafood
RestaurantsNick's Pizza & Seafood keeps it simple and solid with handmade-to-order pies, loaded subs, juicy burgers, wings, and crispy fried seafood,…
Nick's Pizza & Seafood
RestaurantsThe Bowery Bar
RestaurantsComfort food, weekend brunch & seasonal cocktails offered in a vintage-style bar that has a patio.
The Bowery Bar
RestaurantsToasted Flats
RestaurantsToasted Flats keeps it simple and smart with health-conscious flatbread sandwiches that actually satisfy, plus legit coffee, smoothies, and…
Toasted Flats
RestaurantsOliveira's Restaurant E Boston
RestaurantsCasual choice for Latin American BBQ fare including sirloin steak, beef ribs & daily menu specials.
Oliveira's Restaurant E Boston
RestaurantsTaco Mex Restaurant
RestaurantsInformal outfit turning out pupusas, tacos, burritos & other Mexican & Latin American eats.
Taco Mex Restaurant
RestaurantsCABANA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT
RestaurantsCounter-serve Central & South American dishes plus a buffet presented in an unfussy locale.
CABANA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT
RestaurantsMIDA
RestaurantsNeighborhood Italian eatery serving pizza, gnocchi, and other classics, plus cocktails and beer.
MIDA
RestaurantsDirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsInformal pizzeria serving pies by the slice alongside sandwiches and salads.
Dirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsCactus Mexican Grill
RestaurantsFamiliar Mexican staples, Salvadoran dishes & breakfast specials in a casual, counter-serve setting.
Cactus Mexican Grill
RestaurantsD'Parma Restaurant
RestaurantsItalian favorites presented in a warm, cozy environment with traditional accents & a full bar.
D'Parma Restaurant
RestaurantsLa Fonda Colombiana Restaurante Bar
RestaurantsInformal eatery offering Colombian-inspired fare such as pupusas & grilled meats plus a full bar.
La Fonda Colombiana Restaurante Bar
RestaurantsPueblo Viejo # 2
RestaurantsCasual eatery offering pupusas and other El Salvadoran and Mexican fare, plus cocktails.
Pueblo Viejo # 2
RestaurantsPueblo Viejo
RestaurantsWhen you want real-deal Salvadoran comfort with a side of Mexico, Pueblo Viejo brings pupusas, grilled beef short ribs, tamal de gallina,…
Pueblo Viejo
RestaurantsSunny Cafe
RestaurantsWhen you want something fresh but not fussy, Sunny Cafe turns out sushi burritos, poke bowls, and other Asian comfort bites that travel…
Sunny Cafe
RestaurantsWoody's Pizza
RestaurantsWhen the group chat can't agree, Woody's Pizza covers the bases with classic pies, subs, and wings, plus delivery. If you're feeling bold,…
Woody's Pizza
RestaurantsMi Pueblito Orient Heights
RestaurantsMi Pueblito Orient Heights blends Mexican and Salvadoran homestyle favorites with creative margaritas in a relaxed, family-friendly spot…
Mi Pueblito Orient Heights
RestaurantsAngela's Cafe Orient Heights
RestaurantsA quick hop from Revere, Angela's Cafe Orient Heights serves real-deal Poblana cooking taught by Mama Angela herself, from silky mole…
Angela's Cafe Orient Heights
RestaurantsCrush Pizza
RestaurantsCrush Pizza keeps it simple in the best way, leaning into the holy trinity of family, friends, and pizza with click-and-go online ordering…
Crush Pizza
RestaurantsFiesta Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsWhen you want fresh, fast Mexican without the fuss, Fiesta Mexican Restaurant hits the spot with fajitas, tacos, enchiladas, and margaritas…
Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsKChickin nails the Korean-meets-Japanese sweet spot, from ultra-crispy Korean fried chicken and saucy wings to fresh sushi and hand rolls…
Tonino
RestaurantsTonino channels the cozy trattorias, enotecas and aperitivo bars around Rome into a neighborhood spot built on scratch cooking and that…
Tonino
RestaurantsCali-ritos Burrito Grill
RestaurantsCali-ritos Burrito Grill keeps New Bedford fed with al pastor burritos, tacos, bowls, and quesadillas made fast and to order using fresh,…
Cali-ritos Burrito Grill
RestaurantsBocca
RestaurantsBocca pairs modern Italian and seafood with a chic, comfortable vibe that makes you actually want to linger in those booths. Hit Sunday…
Bocca
RestaurantsRiccardi's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsRiccardi's Italian Restaurant keeps New Bedford fed with the kind of red-sauce comfort that never quits, from thin, crispy-crust pies loved…
Riccardi's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsLa Hacienda East Boston
RestaurantsLaid-back hangout with regular live music & late-night hours, serving Mexican & Salvadoran fare.
La Hacienda East Boston
RestaurantsLimoncello
RestaurantsJust over the bridge, Limoncello keeps it classic with family recipes, a cozy trattoria vibe, and murals that make you feel like you…
Limoncello
RestaurantsIl Mondo Pizzeria
RestaurantsWhen you want quick, no-fuss eats, Il Mondo Pizzeria keeps it simple with thin-crust pies plus speedy counter-serve subs, wraps, and salads…
Il Mondo Pizzeria
RestaurantsCasa Razdora
RestaurantsHousemade pasta, pizza, sandwiches & Italian eats in a cozy, bustling setting; open weekdays.
Casa Razdora
RestaurantsFilippo Ristorante & Bar
RestaurantsRed-sauce classics are the specialty at this Italian eatery with Renaissance-style art on the walls.
Filippo Ristorante & Bar
RestaurantsAlma Cantina
RestaurantsMexican eats, cocktails & coolers in a buzzy restaurant featuring a terrace & late-night hours.
Alma Cantina
RestaurantsLaughing Monk Cafe
RestaurantsLaughing Monk Cafe blends intricate sushi with Thai personality, from chef-curated omakase in Mission Hill and Wellesley to an Allston…
Laughing Monk Cafe
Restaurants168 Sushi & Kitchen
RestaurantsWhen the craving hits, 168 Sushi & Kitchen in Fairhaven keeps it simple and excellent with fresh sashimi, classic sushi, and rolls made…
168 Sushi & Kitchen
RestaurantsFrontera Grill Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsFrontera Grill Mexican Restaurant is the colorful cantina locals hit for zesty tacos, truly sizzling fajitas, and fruit-flavored margaritas…
Frontera Grill Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsNational Club
RestaurantsWhether you're craving authentic dishes or traditional favorites with inventive twists, National Club brings elevated Mexican cuisine in a…
National Club
RestaurantsSushi Today
RestaurantsSushi Today is the handy Mission Hill standby for fresh rolls and Japanese staples, perfect when you need dinner handled without drama.…
Sushi Today
RestaurantsAngela's Cafe Eagle Hill
RestaurantsSmall, cheerful restaurant crafting traditional Mexican dishes hailing from Puebla.
Angela's Cafe Eagle Hill
RestaurantsFriendly Pizza & Seafood
RestaurantsFriendly Pizza & Seafood has been a Dartmouth favorite for over 40 years, turning out fresh-to-order pies, fresh seafood, and hearty…
Friendly Pizza & Seafood
RestaurantsMario's
RestaurantsMario's turns out proper New York style pies and grab-and-go slices that scratch the weeknight itch, with crisp, foldable crust and…
Mario's
RestaurantsLoukas’ House of Pizza
RestaurantsLoukas’ House of Pizza keeps things craveable with pan pies from fresh daily dough, a signature sweet sauce under a cheddar mozzarella…
Loukas’ House of Pizza
RestaurantsRosie’s Table @ Nasketucket Bay Vineyard
RestaurantsRosie’s Table @ Nasketucket Bay Vineyard is the on-site Italian food trailer serving rustic, family recipes of pizza, pastas, and…
Rosie’s Table @ Nasketucket Bay Vineyard
RestaurantsMi Antojo
RestaurantsMi Antojo is that family-owned spot locals lean on for legit enchiladas, sizzling fajitas, and a full bar that turns margaritas into minor…
Mi Antojo
RestaurantsBrick Pizzeria Napoletana
RestaurantsCraving a light, airy pie with that perfect little char? Brick Pizzeria Napoletana fires naturally leavened sourdough at 800 degrees in…
Brick Pizzeria Napoletana
RestaurantsPenguin Pizza
RestaurantsPenguin Pizza does thin-crust pies with inventive toppings and a huge selection of bottled beers. A Mission Hill favorite since 2004 and a…
Penguin Pizza
RestaurantsYing Dynasty of Dartmouth
RestaurantsYing Dynasty of Dartmouth is the go-to for traditional Chinese favorites plus fresh sushi at the Dartmouth location, so everyone wins at…
Ying Dynasty of Dartmouth
RestaurantsCrispy Dough Pizzeria
RestaurantsCozy, casual pizzeria serving a menu of pies, pastas & sandwiches, plus eclectic entrees.
Crispy Dough Pizzeria
RestaurantsDelicias de Anita Restaurant - Downtown
RestaurantsDelicias de Anita Restaurant - Downtown is the move when you want legit tacos al pastor with that pineapple-cilantro bite, pupusas…
Delicias de Anita Restaurant - Downtown
RestaurantsJimmy's Pizza
RestaurantsNow run by longtime employee Luis DaSilva and his wife Carleen, Jimmy's Pizza keeps the 1980 vibes alive with crisp pies like the loaded…
Jimmy's Pizza
RestaurantsFay's Restaurant and Catering
RestaurantsFamily-run and rooted in Old World hospitality, Fay's Restaurant and Catering delivers pizza, hearty Italian classics, generous takeout,…
Fay's Restaurant and Catering
RestaurantsTime Out Market Boston
RestaurantsIndustrial-chic venue with a handpicked set of eateries and bar, plus an area for cooking demos.
Time Out Market Boston
RestaurantsRow 34 - Seaport | Boston
RestaurantsRow 34 - Seaport | Boston leans into New England freshness with a deep oyster lineup, a humming raw bar, signature lobster rolls, and craft…
Row 34 - Seaport | Boston
RestaurantsThe Barking Crab
RestaurantsLively waterfront seafood joint with open-air picnic-table dining & views of the Boston Harbor.
The Barking Crab
RestaurantsTheo's Cozy Corner Restaurant
RestaurantsCraving a cozy, no-fuss breakfast that still surprises you? Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant runs on hearty American staples with delightful…
Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant
RestaurantsUmami Crudo
RestaurantsUmami Crudo is Chef Gary Lei’s fine-dining Japanese spot, sister to Umami Omakase, turning out pristine sashimi, meticulously crafted…
Umami Crudo
RestaurantsTasty Burger
RestaurantsTasty Burger keeps it simple in the best way, grilling flat-patty burgers from quality American beef that hit the spot without the fuss.…
Tasty Burger
RestaurantsNo Problemo
RestaurantsFrom the Stinkin' Rose burrito to Buff-Ah-Que quesadillas and Korean BBQ street tacos, No Problemo keeps weeknights interesting with big,…
No Problemo
RestaurantsBrick Pizzeria Napoletana
RestaurantsBrick Pizzeria Napoletana turns a naturally leavened, 48-hour sourdough into a light, airy pie kissed by an 800-degree wood fire in about…
Brick Pizzeria Napoletana
RestaurantsHojoko
RestaurantsHip izakaya in Verb Hotel serving Japanese tavern-style fare with craft beers & frozen cocktails.
Hojoko
RestaurantsLotus Test Kitchen
RestaurantsLotus Test Kitchen keeps it simple and seriously tasty with Tokyo Style Teriyaki, Korean BBQ, and Acai bowls built with freshly grilled…
Lotus Test Kitchen
RestaurantsFathoms Waterfront Bar & Grille
RestaurantsFathoms Waterfront Bar & Grille keeps it seriously local, sourcing scallops, lobster, tuna and more straight from Fleet Fisheries’ New…
Fathoms Waterfront Bar & Grille
RestaurantsCafe Bonjour
RestaurantsCasual eatery for brunch classics such as avocado toast, crepes and eggs, plus sandwiches and coffee.
Cafe Bonjour
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsCasual spot for chicken tenders and sandwiches that can be customized with a range of spices.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsDirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsCraft pizzas, plus ciabatta sandwiches & salads in a cozy setting with a fireplace & wooden floors.
Dirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsMmmac N' Cheese
RestaurantsCounter-serve option at Faneuil Hall Marketplace offering creative spins on mac 'n' cheese.
Mmmac N' Cheese
RestaurantsSaltie Girl
RestaurantsWhen a raw bar mood hits, Saltie Girl serves briny oysters, buttery lobster, and a playful obsession with tinned fish and caviar, all done…
Saltie Girl
RestaurantsTexas Roadhouse
RestaurantsLively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
Texas Roadhouse
RestaurantsPizzeria Rustico
RestaurantsHot & cold sandwiches, salads & homemade pasta at this casual, lively Italian spot with sports TV.
Pizzeria Rustico
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsHot, crispy chicken tenders and sliders on the menu at this casual eatery, plus beer and mac 'n' cheese.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsBoston Burger Company - Boylston St.
RestaurantsBoston Burger Company - Boylston St. keeps things loud in the best way, with skyscraper burgers loaded with wild toppings and legit veggie…
Boston Burger Company - Boylston St.
RestaurantsBeehive Restaurant
RestaurantsInternational cuisine, creative cocktails, and live music in a happening brick-line venue.
Beehive Restaurant
RestaurantsYvonne's
RestaurantsYvonne's is the modern supper club you call when the crew wants to linger, with shareable plates that roam from the Far & Middle East to…
Yvonne's
RestaurantsCork Wine and Tapas
RestaurantsRustic-chic lounge in a converted warehouse pairs globally inspired small plates with varied wines.
Cork Wine and Tapas
RestaurantsUnderdog Hot Chicken
RestaurantsUnderdog Hot Chicken nails the craveable combo of super-crunchy boneless sandwiches, sliders, and tenders, with sides that do more than…
Underdog Hot Chicken
RestaurantsMamma Maria
RestaurantsRefined Italian menu with a focus on local ingredients, served in a romantic townhouse.
Mamma Maria
RestaurantsKaras Pizza House
RestaurantsKaras Pizza House keeps it classic with generations-tested dough, sauce, and cheese, plus some fun gourmet combos. Beyond pies, they’ve got…
Karas Pizza House
RestaurantsSweet Cheeks Q
RestaurantsBBQ trays, Southern sides & inspired cocktails served at family-style tables in a welcoming space.
Sweet Cheeks Q
RestaurantsMagic Kitchen
RestaurantsMagic Kitchen does soul-warming Cape Verdean and American comfort food for breakfast and lunch, from cachupa rica and fried pork chops to…
Magic Kitchen
RestaurantsEstragon Tapas
RestaurantsEstragon Tapas brings Madrid to your week with shareable tapas, paella, and a serious cocktail program plus an extensive Spanish wine list.…
Estragon Tapas
RestaurantsLittle Phoenix
RestaurantsLittle Phoenix is the cozy New Bedford spot for stacked egg breakfasts, eggs Benedict, and fish and chips that hit the comfort-food…
Little Phoenix
RestaurantsNew Bedford House of Pizza
RestaurantsSince 1979, New Bedford House of Pizza has been that reliable spot for crispy pies, hefty subs, and made-to-order comfort food using…
New Bedford House of Pizza
RestaurantsThe Smoke Shop BBQ - Seaport
RestaurantsChef Andy Husbands, big on the competitive BBQ scene, serves smoked meat trays with flair.
The Smoke Shop BBQ - Seaport
RestaurantsMing Sushi
RestaurantsWhen you want variety without overthinking it, Ming Sushi covers the bases with rolls, hibachi steak, comforting bowls like tempura udon,…
Ming Sushi
RestaurantsToast N Jam
RestaurantsFamily-friendly restaurant serving breakfast and lunch in a cozy atmosphere.
Toast N Jam
RestaurantsAntonio's Restaurant
RestaurantsSince 1989, Antonio's Restaurant has been serving New Bedford's Portuguese comfort canon, from old world favorites to smart twists that…
Antonio's Restaurant
RestaurantsChicken Story
RestaurantsWhen the 3 p.m. hunger chaos hits, Chicken Story delivers Korean fried chicken that’s shatter-crisp outside, juicy inside, and dressed in…
Chicken Story
RestaurantsMerrill's on the Waterfront
RestaurantsSet on New Bedford’s working waterfront, Merrill's on the Waterfront serves fresh, local seafood with a front row look at the fishing…
Merrill's on the Waterfront
RestaurantsWahlburgers
RestaurantsCounter-serve spot near Fenway Park from Mark Wahlberg & brothers with burgers & spiked milkshakes.
Wahlburgers
RestaurantsSunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe
RestaurantsWhen the weekend calls for something cheerful and easy, Sunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe brings a fun, vibrant atmosphere made for catching…
Sunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe
RestaurantsRiccardi's Restaurant
RestaurantsRiccardi's Restaurant has that old-school vibe locals love, with thin, crispy-crust pies from a family recipe dating to 1973, plus hearty…
Riccardi's Restaurant
RestaurantsCafe sauvage
RestaurantsCraving a little Paris without leaving your routine, Cafe Sauvage brings it with croissant-happy brunch, a dinner lineup of steak frites,…
Cafe sauvage
RestaurantsLittle Sage
RestaurantsRenowned chef Tony Susi and restaurateur Jen Matarazzo revive the spirit of Sage at Little Sage, an intimate 50-seat spot for handcrafted…
Little Sage
RestaurantsFox & The Knife
RestaurantsThis week, make a date with Fox & The Knife, Chef Karen Akunowicz’s vibrant enoteca and restaurant turning out handmade pastas, bright…
Fox & The Knife
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsHigh Street Place Food Hall
RestaurantsStylish food court featuring hip eateries, cocktail spots, and dessert shops, plus live music and events.
High Street Place Food Hall
RestaurantsButtermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay
RestaurantsSkip the airport and let Buttermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay serve up the taste of New Orleans with crispy fried chicken, Southern plates, and…
Buttermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay
RestaurantsPa Raffa's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsSnug, casual standby in a quaint red building offering thin-crust pies, grinders & pasta dishes.
Pa Raffa's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsTeddy's on the Hill
RestaurantsTeddy's on the Hill keeps it low-key with burgers, wings, and pizza that hit the spot, plus craft cocktails and beers that don't overthink…
Teddy's on the Hill
Restaurants7th Street Burger Newbury
RestaurantsNYC-born and all about doing a few things really well, 7th Street Burger Newbury turns out simple, made-to-order smashburgers and fries…
7th Street Burger Newbury
RestaurantsWheelhouse Boston
RestaurantsCounter-serve nook offering build-your-own-burgers & other old-school staples for breakfast & lunch.
Wheelhouse Boston
RestaurantsWings Over New Bedford
RestaurantsThis week, when dinner needs to be saucy, fresh, and wildly satisfying, Wings Over New Bedford brings crispy wings, juicy hand-breaded…
Wings Over New Bedford
RestaurantsPho Basil
RestaurantsWhen you want steaming pho, a legit Thai noodle soup, or curry with just the right kick, Pho Basil keeps it bright, minimal, and spiced to…
Pho Basil
RestaurantsTia Maria's European Café
RestaurantsFor a neighborly sit-down that actually feels neighborly, Tia Maria's European Café does made-to-order plates with local ingredients,…
Tia Maria's European Café
RestaurantsBoston Sail Loft
RestaurantsWaterside maritime mainstay with floor-to-ceiling windows & seafood staples, plus bar scene.
Boston Sail Loft
RestaurantsNuno's Restaurant & Lounge
RestaurantsWhen you’re craving shrimp Mozambique, littlenecks with chouriço, or a proper bife à Portuguesa, Nuno's Restaurant & Lounge hits that…
Nuno's Restaurant & Lounge
RestaurantsNew Beige
RestaurantsNew Beige sits in the heart of New Bedford with a dinner menu built for lingering and a drink list that encourages one more round; reserve…
New Beige
RestaurantsWoods Hill Pier 4 - Seaport
RestaurantsEasygoing restaurant with harbor views serving oysters, seafood specialties & steak, plus cocktails.
Woods Hill Pier 4 - Seaport
RestaurantsPicco
RestaurantsCasual, welcoming neighborhood pick for thin-crust pizzas, homemade ice cream, wine & beer.
Picco
RestaurantsJiro‘s Sushi
RestaurantsCompact spot for sushi and sashimi dishes, served fresh and presented with pride.
Jiro‘s Sushi
RestaurantsRistorante Saraceno - Boston
RestaurantsIntimate spot for classic Italian fare, with old-world charm & an enclosed rooftop dining area.
Ristorante Saraceno - Boston
RestaurantsGordon Ramsay Burger - Boston
RestaurantsLively eatery with a bar known for gourmet burgers, milkshakes and cocktails, plus patio seating.
Gordon Ramsay Burger - Boston
RestaurantsSushi @ Temple Records
RestaurantsSushi @ Temple Records is keeping it simple and excellent, turning in-season local catch and fish flown direct from Japan into clean,…
Sushi @ Temple Records
RestaurantsLighthouse Tavern
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving a cozy, family-feels dinner by the harbor or planning to catch the live DJ on Fridays, Saturdays, and long weekends,…
Lighthouse Tavern
RestaurantsVia Cannuccia
RestaurantsBakery, trattoria, and pizzeria whipping up Italian mains, including risotto and lasagna.
Via Cannuccia
RestaurantsCLINK.
RestaurantsOriginal bars & cells in this former jail provide a unique setting for modern American dishes.
CLINK.
RestaurantsBuffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsChain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Buffalo Wild Wings
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