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Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc., New Bedford, MA
Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc., New Bedford, MA
Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc., New Bedford, MA
Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc., New Bedford, MA
Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc., New Bedford, MA

Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc.

4.6 (1134)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
255 Popes Island, New Bedford, MA 02740

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2 people
19:00
animated flamesBooked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located right next to the harbor, Fathoms Bar & Grille has become an integral part of New Bedford's diverse collection of eateries. Known for its rich culture and historical fishing industry, New Bedford sets the stage for Fathoms Bar & Grille to be the place where people can gather for great food and drinks in a relaxed waterfront environment. Our patrons take in the ambiance of our handsomely appointed bar lounge area, the intimacy of our dining area or the fresh sea breezes on our seasonal patio.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chris Bentley
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    New Bedford
  • Cross Street
    New Bedford / Fairhaven Bridge
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Multiple times per week, patrons are treated to some of the best acoustic and light entertainment from local artists and more.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,134 people are saying

Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc. reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Boston Metro South

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boston Metro South

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston Metro South

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc. offers "excellent seafood" with standout dishes like bacon-wrapped scallops and Ahi Tuna. Guests praise the "friendly and professional" staff and the lively atmosphere, especially on the waterfront deck. While some find the noise level high, the "great service" and "fresh, delicious" food make it a top choice for many.
1,134 Reviews
  1. Jaimie

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Made reservation for 2 hoping for a romantic dinner. Was seated in the back with two larger groups (4 and 6) who were very loud. When we turned to look back at one of the tables because they were so loud one of the women said “what’s the matter, am I being too loud?” then proceeded to flip us the bird. I realize it was a Friday night and they were busy, but putting a couple in a room with groups, obnoxious ones at that, wasn’t awesome. The food and service was outstanding! I will go back, and request a quiet area if possible.

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  2. Mark VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner with friends on the deck. Good food and great service.

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  3. paul VIP

    Greater Boston33 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    There were no tables or seats in side, so we were seated outside on the enclosed deck. The bar outside was closed probably due to the 40 mph winds which was blowing through the enclosure. Our server probably had more important guests inside, she never came to see if the meals were ok. The prices have risen lately, probably due to the tariffs on local seafood?!?! The quality of the food and service has dropped.

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  4. Cristina VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You won't be disappointed with the quality of food, drinks, and service

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  5. Maryellen

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great fresh seafood delivered by friendly waitstaff.

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  6. Ben

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, drink and service! Clams were terrific, tuna perfectly seared. Stuffed sole delicious.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Looking forward to going back soon. One of my top choices for dining out.

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  8. Charlotte VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here so many times we have stopped counting. The food is always excellent and our guests experienced Fathoms for the first time. They were very pleased! We sat directly across from the bar so it was louder than normal. ( I guess it’s to be expected when people are having fun). We will be back. Love this place!

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  9. Mike

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A family favorite. Never had a bad meal or a bad experience. The staff is friendly and professional.

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  10. Christine

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was wonderful. We go a table out on the deck right away. The service was good and the food was fantastic. We will definitely go back again.

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FAQs

Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 993-3400.

Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc. is rated 4.6 stars by 1134 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
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Google Map for Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc.

255 Popes Island, New Bedford, MA 02740

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    New Bedford / Fairhaven Bridge
  • Area
    New Bedford
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chris Bentley
  • Entertainment
    Multiple times per week, patrons are treated to some of the best acoustic and light entertainment from local artists and more.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
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