Oliver's Harbor Restaurant & Bar

This little gem is AMAZING! To start we got the calamari with the marinara sauce. It was perfectly lightly battered and fried. It was not tough or rubbery! We had the haddock special with the potatoes and green beans. The haddock melted in your mouth and was laid on the top of a garlic potatoes and green beans. Again, perfection. The lobster quesadilla was so unique and the flavors just burst and melted together. I would definitely recommend this place! Now, the service was not what I am accustomed to as I am from Alabama. So I do not know if it’s a culture thing, but after the food was dropped off we were not checked on and it took a while to get our ticket. That did not ruin our experience however and I absolutely loved this place and the atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

I usually don’t write reviews but honestly please take as feedback!
Me and my family stopped there for lunch,
They have no sense of timing, i have to say that caipirinha (drink) was really good!
But the food is not worth it at all.
My son’s burger had a very dry bum , we order ribs for appetizers and the picanha plate!
Literally 95% fries and 5% meat , very disappointing!
We ordered second round of drinks and it took 25 min to get the drinks P.s= the place was empty..
Ling story short, not worth the price, the it and the service!
I wish to be here leaving a 5 stars review because the family is really nice, but they definitely need training and understanding of restaurant business!

Please take the reviews seriously and fix the place and im sure you’ll have a great restaurant!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

We stopped here before a show at The Cut and really enjoyed the food. Everything was tasty and they had some great vegetarian options on the menu. I definitely recommend checking them out!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Rude host, picked up menus and walked away and expected us to follow her. Did not come to take our order and happily politely made jokes with the other table nearby. I dont know if she was just having a bad day but we walked out. Skip this place if you can. Rude

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Had preshow dinner here before catching a great horns band at The Cut (really good venue for live music). Just added this place to our Gloucester short list-- for the food freshness, delicious taste!

THE FOOD/MENU: for a starter we shared the grilled shrimp in an onion/garlic/tomato broth-- really delicious! The baked haddock special was served over mash with a side of green beans-- just about the most basic New England dish you can imagine. The quality & evident freshness of the fish expertly prepared resulted in an unusual level of perfection 😋; meltingly tender fish, neither under or over cooked was not overwhelmed by the freshly made mashed potatoes-- perhaps the best version I've ever eaten of this dinnertime staple. Scallops over homemade linguine had my husband very happy. We both agreed we'll be back!

THE SETTING near the bottom of the gentle downhill that is tree-lined, one-way Main Street, Oliver's has an attractive, easy to spot storefront next to the lovely front gardens of the Sargent House Museum. Charming shops and a well-known bakery fill the immediate vicinity. The dining room features excellent local seascape photos and paintings.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was excellent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our server Jeff was great and so was the food !!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great service, the food is amazing!!!!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We went there looking for vegetarian options however didn't like the food as it was much bland. We order pizza, veggie plate and ravioli

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 4

Server neglected to mention the specials being offered that evening, never asked if we wanted dessert. My entree (cod) with the sides, was served lukewarm. Parking is a real challenge. Not a good first impression.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 2

We stopped here for a drink and dinner after a day of exploring downtown Gloucester. It was quiet and the staff were friendly. The food was great, and the vibe was relaxing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nice place, good duck leg appetizer! Don’t see too much duck on the menu around Gloucester.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is wonderful, so much more flavorful than I’ve experienced elsewhere. The goat cheese ravioli with bacon and pine nuts is my favorite, but my partner raves about the seafood dishes.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

I was a part of a group of 3 ladies that stayed in a nearby Airbnb Oct 25th-28th, & we dined in Oliver’s every day! The food was fresh & delicious, our server Caroline was amazing & attentive to our needs, & our bartender Scott was an absolute delight! Very family friendly environment, with exceptional service! The GM Jovanna welcomed us with such warming energy, & her overall hospitality was something you don’t see often in restaurants these days. If you’re in the area and you don’t stop here, you’re missing out!!! 11 out of 10 recommend!! The shrimp with mushroom risotto was my favorite, & the signature drinks are some of the best drinks I’ve had!!

Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Risotto Special, Burger

Excellent restaurant with the best clam chowder in New England! Wonderful location with parking in Glouster.