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Located at the East Passage Yachting Center in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, The Gulf Stream Bar and Grille focuses on creating a comfortable, friendly dining experience. The main dining room, indoor bar and dog-friendly outdoor deck and bar provide stunning sunset and water views. The Gulf Stream Bar and Grille's creative menu offers coastal cooking with a New England Twist - taking delicious recipes from regions along the Gulf Stream, adding our own New England style and offering them to you. We use only the highest quality products, locally sourced and organic when possible. All of our dishes are house-made with the freshest ingredients and we proudly support our local farmers and fishermen.
PRICE RANGE
$12 - $28
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
American, Seafood
FEATURES
Gift Cards Available, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Television, Live Music
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Reviewed July 24, 2023 via mobile

Disappointed that it wasn’t directly on the water. On a marina but not on the water. Kind of tucked away. Enjoyed the pet friendly option but food was mediocre. Nothing outstanding. Lobster roll was okay. Coleslaw was terrible. Tasted rotten. Other dishes family had stated...they were fair. Fish and chips soggy. Not crispy as it should be. Burger was good. Dessert was okay but not as delicious as it stated in the description on menu. Server was nice. Overall a fair meal but absolutely nothing special.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed June 3, 2023

we discovered this little gem a few years back when we were camping in Newport. Ten years later and we still go. LOVE the debris sandwich and we traveled 30 miles. . just for the calamari until recently we were so disappointed to get it...with the tentacles instead of just the rings. This won't keep us away just wanted to let you know how unappetizing this is !!More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed December 30, 2022 via mobile

16.00 for a bowl of chowder that was not very good. I didn't order anything else just because I didn't want to be disappointed.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed November 20, 2022

We went to the Gulf Stream for lunch. We ordered the fish and chips and the vege tacos. I love the environment and the wait staff was attentive but I have to say that the food was bland - everything seemed to need more salt...or spice or something. Otherwise the place is great. I will give it another try because I like the place.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed September 20, 2022

We love Gulf Stream - the food is fresh and inventive, the people are always friendly and helpful, and the drinks are spot on. The decor is vibrant, and the setting on the water in a working boat yard keeps it special but casual.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed August 14, 2022 via mobile

We spent 500 dollars on lunch. Got 1 warning that they needed a table for reservations. Left 170 dollar tip. . Got asked to leave several times . Not another accommodation to another table or bar area. We were waiting for my niece and her...mother to come back to table. Not even afforded that opportunity. Would if stayed for more dinner and drinks but this happened. Disappointed cause I don’t always come to ri to visit my brother. We just lost our dad.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Gulf Stream, Owner at The Gulf Stream Bar & Grille, responded to this reviewResponded September 22, 2022

You sat at 12:35 at one of only 6 outdoor tables that can accommodate more that 4 people. You closed your check at 4:40 and the 3 of you that were remaining were politely informed at 5:45 (yes, 5 hours after you sat down) that...More

Reviewed June 11, 2022

While waiting to enjoy the Rail Explorers we stopped at the Gulf Stream for lunch. Excellent lunch, clean, friendly, efficient staff, and peaceful. Parking is hard to find but with some patience it will happen. Also if you arrive before it gets busy, its no...problem. We sat outside on the deck, nice experience and pet friendly. I had the Debris sandwich and it was sooo good. Two other people in my party had the Blackened Salmon BLT. Salmon cooked perfectly and moist. The other person in my party had the Arugula Salad. All the food was fresh and well prepared. The staff was friendly and efficient.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed November 10, 2021

been there many times. Food is quality, prices are fair. Quite, by the water. A gret alternative to going out in Newport. Very Pleased

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed October 4, 2021

Just love sitting in a working marina and enjoying wonderful food and drinks. It doesn't get any better.

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed October 4, 2021

Tried this place during a stay at Safe Harbor (New England Boatworks). We didn't know that there was a restaurant on-premise, but we'd GLADLY make a trip just to go to this place. The owners are super nice and are working the floor right alongside...the regular staff. One of the owners (and the Chef) has built a menu with a lot of southern influence. Everything we tried was excellent, but we were particularly happy with the reasonably sized portions. Too often we see restaurants oversizing and then throwing out a lot of food. These guys hit that balance between value and portion size perfectly. Most importantly though, is the dog friendly aspect of the place. They have a whole menu JUST FOR DOGS!!!! My little beagle had some bones and a bacon cheese burger for dinner (no bun)! They also have doggie desserts and doggie specific beverages. I can always tell if I'll like a person by the way they interact with my dogs... these are some GREAT people. Thank you Gulf Stream! We'll be back soon :)More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed September 23, 2021

Had a decent lunch here and the service was ok too. The hardest part was actually finding the restaurant! Nothing spectacular or different but good nonetheless. I'd go back again.

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed September 16, 2021

We really like the food because it's not cookie cutter but if you want something straight-forward it's here as well. Very reliable and good options no matter what you're in the mood for. I'm also writing because we had a great server tonight. Ashley. She...was engaging and high energy and helpful. She's a great asset to the restaurant.More

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed August 15, 2021

Three out of a party of 5 had fish and chips. Fish was fair but the portions of chips and coleslaw (in a ketchup cup)was very small. Did not have a very large selection of anything. Not impressed.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed August 9, 2021 via mobile

Another great recommendation by our hotel! Right in the marina. If it wasn’t pouring rain outside it would have been a great view of the marina. The staff was so friendly and helpful with suggestions. Get the Bloody Mary! It’s spicy but delicious.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed August 7, 2021 via mobile

This is a hidden gem. Food was amazing. Service was excellent. Sarah who served as bartender and waitress made our experience exceptional. She was attentive, made fabulous drinks and recommended some great eats. We can’t wait to come back. Thank you Sarah for all you...do particularly when so many establishments are short staffed. Excellent food, service and atmosphere.More

Date of visit: August 2021
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  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4