Way back in 1975, the Sail Loft lit the fire for Steve Silverstein, who went on to open nearly 40 restaurants. Located in the quintessential seaside village of Padanaram, it was the neighborhood place where you could get a good (strong) drink, chef prepared comfort food and relax in a convivial atmosphere with familiar faces. The Sail Loft was everyone’s favorite place; it was a hangout where some came for food and others for drink.
When the Sail Loft became available in 2021, Steve jumped on the opportunity to take the wheel. Steve and his wife Judy transformed the Sail Loft into an elevated neighborhood restaurant with a distinct updated boatyard feel. The spot is nautical with a chef-driven yet approachable menu, a deep selection of spirts and an intriguing wine list. As with all of Silverstein’s places, while the food, drink and design are always top-notch, it is the warm hospitality that keeps ‘em coming back.
Blackened shrimp, baja fish, chicken tinga, or carne asada, corn or flour tortillas
2 Taco PlateUS$10.00
rice and beans
3 Taco PlateUS$20.00
rice and beans
With 2 MargsUS$36.00
6 Taco PlateUS$28.00
rice and beans
With a Pitcher of MargsUS$58.00
Taco SaladUS$14.00
romaine, grilled corn, avocado, jalapeño, pickled red onions, jack cheese, guajillo salsa, lime crema, corn tortillas
Baja Rice BowlUS$12.00
Mexican rice, grilled pineapple, avocado,l pickled red onion, jack cheese, lime cream, salsa Rioja
Chili-rubbed Steak TipsUS$28.00
latin spiced with chimichurri and cajun fries
What 725 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
Boston Metro South
Best Overall
Boston Metro South
Best Food
Boston Metro South
Best Service
Boston Metro South
Neighbourhood gem
Boston Metro South
Great for outdoor dining
Boston Metro South
Great for scenic views
Boston Metro South
American
Review summary
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Sail Loft in Dartmouth consistently delivers "excellent food and service" in a lively, nautical setting. Guests appreciate the "friendly, knowledgeable staff" and "great ambiance." While some mention noise levels, the overall dining experience, featuring favorites like pan-seared scallops and Thai shrimp, keeps patrons returning. "Highly recommended" for a delightful dining outing.
725 Reviews
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Peter
New York City6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
great to sit on enclosed porch. provided blankets greatly appreciated. heater did come on and off
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Claudia VIP
Greater Boston104 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
As usual the service was outstanding and the food was delicious. We always enjoy dining at the Sail Loft.
Sail Loft - DartmouthResponded 2 days ago
Thank you, Claudia!
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Lauren VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
I can’t say enough good things about our most recent experience at Sail Loft. The food and service were excellent and everyone was so accommodating. We can’t wait to dine again, thank you to everyone for a wonderful night!
Sail Loft - DartmouthResponded 2 days ago
Thank you Lauren! We are grateful for your review and reccommendation. We hope to see you soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
The lobster bisque and chowder were wonderful. Fish was good and the server was pleasant and attentive.
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BrianK
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Our dinner was delicious and service was friendly and great!
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Steven VIP
Greater Boston24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Everything was great. Cant say the prices are good though.
Waitress was great. Very helpful and friendly.
I do like the Sail Loft. I do with there were more chicken or beef dishes. I’m not a seafood guy. I go there because I live a mile away.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 13 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always have a great experience. Staff is very nice and friendly with great service
Sail Loft - DartmouthResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your feedback, we look forward to serving you again soon!
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Mark VIP
New Orleans29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Sail Loft never disappoints. Great food and great service.
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Steven VIP
Greater Boston24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
The waitress was very nice. She was very pleasant and did a great job.
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Thomas VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
A favorite place. Thank you for accompanying our requests!
Sail Loft - DartmouthResponded 2 days ago
We are grateful to be on your favorites list! We hope you will let us know if there's ever anything we can do to make your visits even better.
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FAQs
Sail Loft - Dartmouth offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 682-5638.
Sail Loft - Dartmouth is rated 4.8 stars by 725 OpenTable diners.
Sail Loft - Dartmouth does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
