Although I haven't been to the Oar in several years, I give the Oar 5 stars not because of gourmet greatest, but because on a summer day on Block Island it's the exact type of fun restaurant that you want to visit. They serve pub style food with plenty of fish on the menu as well, and they have a nice selection of beer. The interior is decorated with wood paneling, open windows facing the water, and artisically decorated oars hanging everywhere on the wall. Many of the oars note historical clubs and venues for races. There are also picnic benches outside on the lawn where you can enjoy your meal... everywhere there are amazing water views. This place is great for friends, dates, large families, kids, etc.

we were there for my friends wedding rehersal dinner. great location with great atmosphere. add to the memories by bringing and decorating your own oar to add to the many already hanging. the wedding party all signed one for the bride and groom

Having a drink outside & playing cornhole on the lawn is pure summer on BI. The banana mudslide is perfect and all the sushi combo's are super tasty. The sushi is so good that we haven't really strayed and tried anything else. Everything else looks great, I don't think you can go wrong here.

This place is pretty interesting. The walls are covered with painted oars from people that have come and gone over the years. Not a fancy place - basically patio furniture outside, also picnic tables available. Nice spot for an afternoon mudslide while watching the boat traffic. We'll probably come back sometime.