Restaurants in Newburyport

“We LOVE Loretta Restaurant. It is our favorite go to for a girl's luncheon, a romantic dinner, or a dinner out with friends. The food is superb, we have never had anything but delicious mouth watering lunches and dinners. The meals are made to order and you can ask for special care for allergies. We have never been rushed so the table can turn over! The wait staff is personable and a pleasure. I highly recommend a visit and a meal, if you do you will come back! And the owner is always there to make sure things run smoothly and all leave happy!”

“I was on a flight once, and after the plane landed the flight attendants walked around with iPads asking passengers if they'd like to tip the flight crew. I'm only kidding, but in today's day and age where tipping culture has run amok, I wouldn't be surprised if this became the norm. Spirit, don't get any ideas, now! I have no problem with tipping, and do so generously. Yet, in a world where the trees will soon be subtly nudging towards a tablet with every breath I take, it was refreshing to hear about a no-tipping restaurant that pays its staff fair wages. Always nice to support a family business, too. Thus, when I was more-or-less in the area and due for a family date night, I decided to finally give The Cormorant a try. I had the opportunity to try the Naan-chos and the Duck vs. Cow burger. With the Naan-chos, I appreciate the creativity, but the execution did not work for me. I feel that the parts did not work together to form a cohesive dish. This comes down to two factors: First, the large size of the ingredients, specifically the naan chips and veggies. There is only so much I can fit in my mouth without looking like a barbarian! Second, the lack of cheese as a binding agent meant there was little to help stick components together. Where it comes to the parts on their own, the naan chips were a good base for the dish, and were cooked nicely to give just the right amount of crispness while not making them as hard as a tortilla chip. The hummus, beef, and veggies were good, but nothing to write home about. Though, I'd like to mention: the "spiced" beef felt as if the only spice was salt, and maybe pepper. The harissa, meanwhile was incredible! It had great flavor, and a pleasant level of heat. Meanwhile, the garlic maple tahini sauce did not work in this dish. It was heavy, in-your-face sweetness that did not meld with any other ingredient. The Duck vs. Cow burger was a different story. I loved the combination of the duck confit and burger patty. The duck especially was cooked to perfection and brought tremendous flavor. The aioli and the sweetness offered lovely savory and gently sweet notes that complimented the protein nicely. The only thing missing for my taste is some kind of acid, even if it is only a pickle on the side. The onion rings though didn't quite do it for me - they felt a little heavy on the breading, and were the kind that the little onion strings escapes leaving a substantial bread shell behind. Inside, the space is small yet warm and inviting, and has counter seating and a couple tables. The service is polite and appropriately fast. The prices were reasonable, especially considering there wasn't the de facto service charge which is an expected tip. Thus, while The Cormorant was a positive experience I don't see myself schlepping from Quincy.”

“This place is awesome! The seating seems cramped and bustling but it actually makes the entire dining experience comfortable and welcoming. The food was great from the fries to the ramen. Drinks were also amazing. Great place in downtown Newburyport I would highly recommend.”

“food was amazing and service was phenomenal! they have a ton of GF and vegan options. we came on easter and were able to get a same day reservation. it’s really beautiful inside as well, super nice ambiance. highly recommend the spicy lemongrass soup!Vegetarian options: there are a ton of vegetarian and vegan options, most if not all of which are labeled on the menuDietary restrictions: we had some allergies/dietary restrictions in our party and the menu was labeled/staff was super accomodating”

“I am very particular about my favorite sandwich places, but this one is outstanding. I usually get lunch but I got the Captain Bob breakfast sandwich and it was incredible. Everything is always so fresh and they definitely don’t leave anything out, it was huge!”

“Just the best. I don’t want to insult him by calling him old or small, but him working the oven at 9:45 on a Tuesday, I don’t have enough respect to give. When you pick up your food he’s humble and kind. Makes me proud, there’s a right way in America, and that’s it.”

“I went in heavily pregnant and with a toddler. The woman there (I assume the owner) was extremely kind and accomodating and bent over backwards for us. The boba tea and smoothies were great too!”

“Sea Level is so great, just as high quality as the Salem counterpart. If you're craving seafood definitely go here. I was on the fence about getting the Poke bowl on their specials menu but I'm so glad I did get it, it really blew my mind!”

“I had delivery of a tuna Mediterranean wrap. IT WAS THE MOST DELICIOUS WRAP I EVER HAD. YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY ORDER IT!!!!AND SERVICE WAS FANTASTIC!!!! I totallly recommend port pizza in Newburyport And will spread the word! Thank you!”

“We had a wonderful lunch like always at Middle Street. Their bread is just outstanding making anything on it that much better.Their baked goods are out of this world. I had their bostock a week or so earlier and couldn't wait to come back in and have another! I did today and it did not disappoint!Service is very friendly and timely for a made to order lunch.”

“I recently dined here and had an absolutely incredible experience! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality from the staff. The food was simply divine, bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. What truly set this restaurant apart are two things : A) Everyone kept checking on us, the entire staff works as a team and ensure each tables satisfaction.. B) the unrushed service; I never felt rushed or pressured to finish my meal quickly. The lighting was perfect, creating a cozy yet elegant atmosphere, and the overall ambience was so welcoming. Every aspect of my dining experience was unforgettable, and I can't wait to return. Five stars all the way!”

“The best fried clams. Their only competition is Farnhams in Essex. Service is excellent and ambiance is pleasant. We take all out of town guests to Park Lunch. Reliable consistently delicious food and great service”

“Really great veggie burger. We wished that French fries would have been an option as an included side but took the chips instead of spicy cucumbers. Wait staff could be more inviting and friendly. Will likely return.”

“Ordered the homemade Corned Beef Hash with eggs and home fries. Everything was delicious. My order was taken on a handheld device. I've been to a lot of diners and it's nice to see this one has embraced technology. The staff was friendly as well as the crowd. I'll be back.”

“The curries, pakoras, and naan were excellent, and our daughter who's a fussy eater loved their rice, kashmiri naan, and aloo tikki. Our vegetable masala and shrimp masala were delicious. It was odd that the very spicy was very spicy and the medium spicy wasn't spicy at all. The service was a little slow but very kind and friendly. We look forward to returning!Vegetarian options: Great selection of North Indian veg curries, appetizers, and lots of naans.Kid-friendliness: The waiters were very kind to our six year old daughter.”