My girlfriend treated me there for a birthday dinner and a comedy show afterwards. My husband and I had been there in September to celebrate our anniversary, and our server came over to chat with us and say hi. I love the service here. All of the servers have such unique and pleasant personalities. They have a fun cocktail menu, a decent wine list, and of course some fantastic local beers. I appreciate that they change the menu every now and then looking to offer some adventurous entrees but yet leave the old standbys that some guests tend to rely on. I wish I had room for dessert.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Keith F
This place checked all the boxes! From the friendly, welcoming staff, to the food and the view, WOW! I enjoyed the most delicious clam chowder while dining on the patio with my wife. The server was attentive and knowledgable. Great selections on draft and much to choose from their cocktail menu. I enjoyed a delicious rib eye called Steak Diane. Cooked perfectly served with truffled potato wedges! My taste buds were singing. If you haven’t been to this establishment, I encourage you to take the ride. Worth the trip!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nancy R
Dishes looked wonderful but they were heavily salted and could not eat. When explained to staff they said thats just how the chef cooks. 3 different dishes too heavily salted - i dont think so. They have definitely gone down hill.
Paul Goncalves
Restaurant was beautiful with amazing views of the lake we sat outside perfect weather that day, I ordered a cup of clam chowder which was delicious & got the brisket tacos 🌮 also absolutely perfect definitely recommend!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth C
I had a wonderful dining experience at Samuel Slater restaurant in Webster, Massachusetts, with my family. The entire staff was incredibly friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Our drinks were expertly crafted, and the food was absolutely amazing—each dish exceeded our expectations!
We sat outside on the deck, enjoying the beautiful day, which added to the overall ambiance of our meal. It truly was an amazing dining experience, and I can't recommend this restaurant enough. If you're in the area, be sure to stop by!
John \u0026 Cynthia Long
A beautiful setting and excellent food. It must when you visit Webster.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brenda Amaral
Morgan the bartender is the best, very friendly and welcoming
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie Speight
Every time I go we try something different and everything has been top notch it’s amazing how wonderful the food is here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcella Gracer
Surprised ourselves with how beautiful it is to dine on the water, amazing atmosphere. The service is top-notch, staff is friendly and knowledgeable of the food and drinks. The bartender is very good; chef beyond compare. The food was fantastic. We had oysters on the half shell, fried green tomato caprese salad, pulled pork, tacos, haddock and the Meyer lemon ricotta ravioli. Tiramisu was dessert. Not a bad bite in the bunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jackie S
A large group of us went to Samuel Slaters, for many of us it was our first time. I can only speak for myself but the food was phenomenal, margaritas were top notch and our waitress, Felicity was very attentive/friendly/quick. I look forward to going there again.
Nice atmosphere. Servers were very nice. Food came out too fast- Appetizer took 2 minutes and 4 meals took 5 minutes. Food was not good. Water smelled funny. Ordered the mussels- chewy and very fishy taste. country boy brisket- was dry. Chicken tacos and ricotta ravioli were okay. Burger was good. Cornbread didn't taste like cornbread. Sad, wanted it to be good!! Will not be returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
Sky Weir
My husband and I had an absolutely delicious dining experience at Samuel Slater's for our 20th wedding anniversary. The food was exquisite, service excellent, and setting with view of water just beautiful. We love this place. The baked haddock was so tasty and fresh, and the cocktails were refreshing and not overly sweet. The prices are reasonable and the portions are large. Can't wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Paterson
My favorite seafood place. The food is always top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
V
📍 Location & Atmosphere Nestled by the water, Samuel Slater’s gives off cozy lodge vibes with a spacious interior that’s both rustic and refined. The indoor space feels open and airy, with woodsy, natural tones that scream “weekend getaway.” There’s also a beautiful outdoor patio and a stadium setup—clearly made for live music nights and good vibes. Too bad it was rainy when we went, but you can tell it’d be a whole scene on a nice day.
🍽️ Food & Drinks We kicked things off with the mussels (yes, we had the muscles AND the mussels 💪)—and they were solid. Flavorful garlic broth, meaty bites, and a soup base that had us nearly sipping from the bowl. Only thing missing? More bread! Don’t tease us with great broth and not give enough to soak it up. For mains, I tried the Fun Guy Burger—a mushroom-forward twist on a classic. It was good, not mind-blowing, but satisfying for a casual bite. The menu leans heavy on American classics, so there’s something for every picky eater in the group.
👨🍳 Service & Hospitality Service was quick, efficient, and to-the-point—no fluff. Not super warm or chatty, but got the job done. Think of it like: “Hi, what can I get you?” instead of “Welcome! So glad you’re here.” Nothing bad, just not overly memorable either.
💡 Unique Selling Point The space itself is the star here. Between the large indoor dining room, waterfront views, and a full-on outdoor music setup, this place clearly knows how to host a good time. Come for a chill meal, then stay for the live music (when New England weather cooperates).
My girlfriend treated me there for a birthday dinner and a comedy show afterwards. My husband and I had been there in September to celebrate our anniversary, and our server came over to chat with us and say hi. I love the service here. All of the servers have such unique and pleasant personalities. They have a fun cocktail menu, a decent wine list, and of course some fantastic local beers. I appreciate that they change the menu every now and then looking to offer some adventurous entrees but yet leave the old standbys that some guests tend to rely on. I wish I had room for dessert.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
This place checked all the boxes! From the friendly, welcoming staff, to the food and the view, WOW! I enjoyed the most delicious clam chowder while dining on the patio with my wife. The server was attentive and knowledgable. Great selections on draft and much to choose from their cocktail menu. I enjoyed a delicious rib eye called Steak Diane. Cooked perfectly served with truffled potato wedges! My taste buds were singing. If you haven’t been to this establishment, I encourage you to take the ride. Worth the trip!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dishes looked wonderful but they were heavily salted and could not eat. When explained to staff they said thats just how the chef cooks. 3 different dishes too heavily salted - i dont think so. They have definitely gone down hill.
Restaurant was beautiful with amazing views of the lake we sat outside perfect weather that day, I ordered a cup of clam chowder which was delicious & got the brisket tacos 🌮 also absolutely perfect definitely recommend!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a wonderful dining experience at Samuel Slater restaurant in Webster, Massachusetts, with my family. The entire staff was incredibly friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Our drinks were expertly crafted, and the food was absolutely amazing—each dish exceeded our expectations!
We sat outside on the deck, enjoying the beautiful day, which added to the overall ambiance of our meal. It truly was an amazing dining experience, and I can't recommend this restaurant enough. If you're in the area, be sure to stop by!
A beautiful setting and excellent food. It must when you visit Webster.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan the bartender is the best, very friendly and welcoming
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Every time I go we try something different and everything has been top notch it’s amazing how wonderful the food is here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Surprised ourselves with how beautiful it is to dine on the water, amazing atmosphere. The service is top-notch, staff is friendly and knowledgeable of the food and drinks. The bartender is very good; chef beyond compare. The food was fantastic. We had oysters on the half shell, fried green tomato caprese salad, pulled pork, tacos, haddock and the Meyer lemon ricotta ravioli. Tiramisu was dessert. Not a bad bite in the bunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A large group of us went to Samuel Slaters, for many of us it was our first time. I can only speak for myself but the food was phenomenal, margaritas were top notch and our waitress, Felicity was very attentive/friendly/quick. I look forward to going there again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
First time visiting. In one word EXCELLENT!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice atmosphere. Servers were very nice. Food came out too fast- Appetizer took 2 minutes and 4 meals took 5 minutes. Food was not good. Water smelled funny. Ordered the mussels- chewy and very fishy taste. country boy brisket- was dry. Chicken tacos and ricotta ravioli were okay. Burger was good. Cornbread didn't taste like cornbread. Sad, wanted it to be good!! Will not be returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
My husband and I had an absolutely delicious dining experience at Samuel Slater's for our 20th wedding anniversary. The food was exquisite, service excellent, and setting with view of water just beautiful. We love this place. The baked haddock was so tasty and fresh, and the cocktails were refreshing and not overly sweet. The prices are reasonable and the portions are large. Can't wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite seafood place. The food is always top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
📍 Location & Atmosphere
Nestled by the water, Samuel Slater’s gives off cozy lodge vibes with a spacious interior that’s both rustic and refined. The indoor space feels open and airy, with woodsy, natural tones that scream “weekend getaway.” There’s also a beautiful outdoor patio and a stadium setup—clearly made for live music nights and good vibes. Too bad it was rainy when we went, but you can tell it’d be a whole scene on a nice day.
🍽️ Food & Drinks
We kicked things off with the mussels (yes, we had the muscles AND the mussels 💪)—and they were solid. Flavorful garlic broth, meaty bites, and a soup base that had us nearly sipping from the bowl. Only thing missing? More bread! Don’t tease us with great broth and not give enough to soak it up. For mains, I tried the Fun Guy Burger—a mushroom-forward twist on a classic. It was good, not mind-blowing, but satisfying for a casual bite. The menu leans heavy on American classics, so there’s something for every picky eater in the group.
👨🍳 Service & Hospitality
Service was quick, efficient, and to-the-point—no fluff. Not super warm or chatty, but got the job done. Think of it like: “Hi, what can I get you?” instead of “Welcome! So glad you’re here.” Nothing bad, just not overly memorable either.
💡 Unique Selling Point
The space itself is the star here. Between the large indoor dining room, waterfront views, and a full-on outdoor music setup, this place clearly knows how to host a good time. Come for a chill meal, then stay for the live music (when New England weather cooperates).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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