Portside Tavern

444 Thames St, Bristol
(401) 396-5149

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Samantha

The mussel fries are hands down my favorite, and the steak rice bowl is absolutely amazing. Their French onion soup is also excellent. The service is always top-notch, and the atmosphere is great—this is truly one of my favorite restaurants to go to.
I was a little sad to see the crème brûlée donut taken off the menu, as that was one of my favorite desserts, but everything else continues to impress. Five stars all the way around!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cassie Andrade

We hosted our daughter’s first birthday at Portside Tavern, and it was truly the best experience from start to finish. The event space was spacious, clean, and perfect for a private celebration. Set-up was easy, the staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, and the food was excellent. A special shout-out to Caroline, who was wonderful to work with and made the entire process seamless and stress-free. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue and would highly recommend Portside Tavern for any private event. We’ll absolutely be back!

Corinne Machowski

Arrived last minute without a reservation on a busy night. They were super accommodating. Sat us in the engine room which was so fun darts and other activities. The food was amazing as was our waitress.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mark

Portside is the quintessential modern pub - restaurant. With a very imaginative menu, you will not find better food / environment at this price point. It is one of our favorite "go to" spots.

Michael

Went on a quiet weekend for a late lunch. Very few people at the time so the servers were even faster than normal

Sandra

We had reservations for 6:30 pm on a Saturday. The hostess tried to seat us at the worst possible table in the whole restaurant. A table for two just outside the kitchen where everyone was going to be passing by. We finally found a very comfortable both in the bar that was available. After that. Everything was fine. I had a really delicious pork chop, moist perfectly cooked, and my husband ordered the broccoli and beef rice bowl. Also very good. The hostess needs more training.

Alice Wonders

The food was good but Steak not cooked as I ordered it and neither myself or my companion drink alcohol or soda, we like water with our food, drinking glasses are small and no one refills. Even when we requested we never received. Prices are comparable. Portions are average.
Pleasant atmosphere.
If I return I'd just bring a bottle water to refill our drinking glasses.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Korean BBQ Wonton Nacho

Debbe

Had a family party for a laid-back Christmas dinner. Everything was spot on, from the service to the food quality and the price! Everyone at the party was pleased! Portside is always a go-to for great food at a reasonable price! Thanks so much.

Larry

excellent service by Amanda; nice menu; great booth for 5 away from the windy front door; everyone enjoyed themselves.

andrew

Service and food was very good. Atmosphere was outstanding. Well worth the night out for dinner.

thanksman

We stopped in for a quick bite. The pretzels and burger were great! Our server Jess was awesome! We had a great time. Parking can be a bit difficult but well worth it!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Ioanna Tchobanova

I’ve been sitting waiting for a drink so long I’m about to charge the bartender for the drink. Foods never been great and bad service when the bars empty is just ridiculous. Bartender also made it known that they were closing once our group left at that was at 12:11pm on a Thursday. Bars open till 1am.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 1

Elle J

Terrible experience. Very rude. Sat us with our dogs at a 6 top and then asked us 15 minutes later to move to a 2 top in full sun because they needed the larger table for a big party. It was busy and everyone was looking like we did something wrong. Manager just said he was sorry- it was busy. We’ll see how busy it is off season when the tourists aren’t around and they need local support. We’ll never go back and make sure to tell our friends. It’s not always about the food when you go out- it’s the experience. You don’t treat people that way.

Tuy Chanmonypech

The restaurant located along the street.

The food was served in a timely manner. The food was excellent overall.

The service was decent. The cost is reasonable.

The moules frites aren't that fresh, but the sauce they poured in was great and creamy.

It was enjoyable to listen to the locals chatting on the street in front of the restaurant.

The KOREAN BBQ WONTON NACHO was the highlight of our meal.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Korean BBQ Wonton Nacho

Valentino B Borrelli Jr.

This is the first eating here. Visiting my college buddy from Rhode Island with my roommate Andy Kelly
We had a Crab Cake and Turkey Club sandwiches with pickles and French fries
Service was great. Andy says you have to come for the pickles. Lol

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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