The Black Whale

4.8

3525 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 63 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for scenic views

Serves fresh, bold and innovative food that reflects the history of New Bedford and celebrates the New Bedford fishermen, their catch and their culture.

Menu focuses on local fishermen’s catch of the day, old school seafood favorites and a sprinkling of modern seafood interpretations. Menu ranges from raw bar, to warm and cold lobster rolls, baked cod, bacon wrapped scallops, bouillabaisse and grilled NY Strip.

Large bar and spectacular views of the artful New Bedford Fishing Fleet. Large covered outside deck overlooking the fishing boats and harbor. Centrally located beside the Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Ferries. Large parking lot.

And, of course, the hospitality is second to none. Service is what built the business.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(508) 990-7100
Website
http://theblackwhale.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Yehudy Lassi

Location
1004 Co Op Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740-7216
Area
New Bedford
Cross Street
State Pier 3
Parking details
Nice Private Parking Lot.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Offers

For Parties of 5 or More & Online Availability
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:30 - 16:00,Mon - Thu - 11:30 - 16:00, 16:15 - 20:45,Fri - 16:15 - 21:30,Sat - 11:30 - 16:00, 16:15 - 21:30
We accept online reservations for parties of 2-4. If your desired time isn't available or you are looking to reserve for a party of 5 or more, please contact us directly to inquire about additional options. You can reach us at (508) 990-7100.

Popular dishes

French CosmoUS$13.00
triple 8 orange, chambord, pineapple, lime, served up
VesperUS$13.00
the original james bond martini, ford's gin, haku vodka, kina, served up, with a side car
Suit & TieUS$13.00
tanqueray 10 gin, lychee, manzanilla sherry, absinthe, served up
Espresso MartiniUS$13.00
grainger's vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, dark or creamy, served up

Margaritas

WhalerUS$12.00
pueblo viejo tequila, agave, citrus, on the rocks, with a salt rim
- PitcherUS$38.00
Hy-LinerUS$14.00
patron reposado, combier, lime, agave, on the rocks, with a salt rim
Slow BurnUS$13.00
tanteo jalapeño tequila, dry curaçao, pineapple-honey cordial, lime, on the rocks, with a spicy rim
El JefeUS$18.00
don julio añejo tequila, lime, agave, on the rocks, with a black salt rim

Sangrias & Spritz

Spiced Pear SangriaUS$11.00
pinot grigio, pear brandy, apple cider, cinnamon cordial, citrus, on the rocks
- PitcherUS$36.00
Classic Red SangriaUS$11.00
red wine, brandy, fresh fruit, on the rocks
- PitcherUS$36.00
Bellini SpritzUS$13.00
grey goose peach vodka, aperol, lemon, prosecco, on the rocks

Classics & Twists

PainkillerUS$12.00
planteray dark rum, coconut, pineapple, orange, nutmeg, on the rocks
Old CubanUS$12.00
planetary 3 star rum, lime, mint, prosecco, served up
Mexican MuleUS$12.00
lunazul reposado tequila, elderflower, lime, ginger, club soda, on the rocks
Azorean Old FashionedUS$13.00
mad river bourbon, tawny port, maple syrup, bitters, on the rocks
RockefellerUS$18.00
blanton's single barrel bourbon, rich turbinado, bitters, on a large cube

Drinking...Not Drinking

NojitoUS$6.00
lime, mint, club soda, on the rocks
Designated Apple No-TiniUS$6.00
apple cider, citrus, apple cordial, served up
Piña con NadaUS$6.00
pineapple, coconut, orange, lime, on the rocks

Beers

Drafts

Cisco, Whale's Tale, Pale AleUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$8.00
- 20ozUS$11.00
Sam Adams, SeasonalUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$8.00
- 20ozUS$11.00
Stella Artois, European LagerUS$7.00
- 16ozUS$7.00
- 20ozUS$9.00
Buzzards Bay, Golden Flounder, Wheat AleUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$8.00
- 20ozUS$11.00
Allagash White, Belgian-Style WitbierUS$9.00
- 16ozUS$9.00
- 20ozUS$12.00
Maine Lunch, IPAUS$12.00
- 16ozUS$12.00
- 20ozUS$15.00
Finback, Rolling In Clouds, Hazy IPAUS$10.00
- 16ozUS$10.00
- 20ozUS$13.00
Jack's Abby, SeasonalUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$8.00
- 20ozUS$11.00
Kona, Big Wave, Golden AleUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$8.00
- 20ozUS$11.00
Servedwell/Mast Landing, Seaside PilsUS$9.00
- 16ozUS$9.00
- 20ozUS$12.00
Coors Light, LagerUS$7.00
- 16ozUS$7.00
- 20ozUS$9.00

Craft Beer Cans

Guinness, Irish StoutUS$8.00
Allagash, North Sky, StoutUS$8.00
Downeast, Hard CiderUS$8.00
Fiddlehead Second Fiddle, Double IPA, TallboyUS$10.00

Bottles

BudweiserUS$6.00
Bud LightUS$6.00
Miller LiteUS$6.00
Coors LightUS$6.00
Michelob UltraUS$6.00
CoronaUS$7.00
HeinekenUS$7.00
Athletic Run Wild IPA, N/AUS$7.00
Athletic Atlética Copper Ale N/AUS$7.00

Nantucket Craft Cans

Vodka Soda, Cran or Blue

Wine

Rosé & Bubbles

Prosecco, Zonin, ItalyUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Sparkling Rosé, Bohigas, SpainUS$11.00
- 6ozUS$11.00
- 9ozUS$17.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Rosé, Sacha Lichine Le Poussin, FranceUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Sparkling Wine, Westport Rivers Rjr Brut Cuvée, 2012, Westport, MAUS$48.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Champagne, Moutard Pere & Fils Grand Cuvee, NV, FranceUS$70.00
- BottleUS$70.00
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, NV, FranceUS$100.00
- BottleUS$100.00
Champagne, Dom Perignon, 2013, FranceUS$300.00
- BottleUS$300.00

White

Crisp

Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini, ItalyUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Alvarinho, Foral, PortugalUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Riesling, S.A. Prüm Essence, Mosel, GermanyUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Crowded House, New ZealandUS$12.00
- 6ozUS$12.00
- 9ozUS$18.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Dry Creek Vineyard, CaliforniaUS$13.00
- 6ozUS$13.00
- 9ozUS$20.00
- BottleUS$50.00
Pinot Grigio, Venica & Venica Jesera, 2023, Friuli, ItalyUS$44.00
- BottleUS$44.00
Sancerre, Alphonse Mellot La Moussiere, 2023, Loire, FranceUS$60.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Greywacke, 2023, Marlborough, New ZealandUS$54.00
- BottleUS$54.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Merry Edwards, 2022, Russian River Valley, CaliforniaUS$70.00
- BottleUS$70.00
Chardonnay, Patrick Piuze Côtes d'Auxerre, 2022, Burgundy, FranceUS$66.00
- BottleUS$66.00
Chardonnay, Diatom, 2023, Santa Barbara, CaliforniaUS$50.00
- BottleUS$50.00

Complex

Chardonnay, Terres Dorées, FranceUS$12.00
- 6ozUS$12.00
- 9ozUS$18.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Chardonnay, La Crema, CaliforniaUS$11.00
- 6ozUS$11.00
- 9ozUS$17.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Chardonnay, Far Niente, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUS$20.00
- 6ozUS$20.00
- 9ozUS$30.00
- BottleUS$78.00
White Blend, Robert Sinskey Abraxas, 2018, Carneros, CaliforniaUS$60.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Chardonnay, Rombauer, 2021, Carneros, CaliforniaUS$68.00
- BottleUS$68.00
Chardonnay, Olivier Leflaive Meursault, 2019, Burgundy, FranceUS$125.00
- BottleUS$125.00

Red

Bright

Pinot Noir, Deloach, CaliforniaUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Pinot Noir, Erath Resplendent, OregonUS$13.00
- 6ozUS$13.00
- 9ozUS$20.00
- BottleUS$50.00
Pinot Noir, Melville Estate, 2022, Santa Rite Hills, CAUS$68.00
- BottleUS$68.00
Pinot Noir, Domaine Serene Yamhill Cuvée, 2021, Wilamette Valley, OregonUS$78.00
- BottleUS$78.00
Pinot Noir, Belle Glos Clark & Telephone, 2020, Santa Maria Valley, CAUS$125.00
- BottleUS$125.00
Barolo, G.D. Vajra, 2018, Piedmont, ItalyUS$60.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Gamay, Marcel Lapierre Morgon, 2022, Beaujolais, FranceUS$70.00
- BottleUS$70.00

Earthy

Portuguese Blend, Silk & Spice, PortugalUS$10.00
- 6ozUS$10.00
- 9ozUS$15.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Red Blend, Conundrum, CaliforniaUS$11.00
- 6ozUS$11.00
- 9ozUS$17.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Grenache/Syrah, E. Guigal Côtes du Rhône, FranceUS$12.00
- 6ozUS$12.00
- 9ozUS$18.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Red Blend, Dona Maria Amantis Reserva, 2020, PortugalUS$44.00
- BottleUS$44.00
Red Blend, Herdade do Sobroso, 2021, PortugalUS$40.00
- BottleUS$40.00
Red Blend, Orin Swift Abstract, 2022, CaliforniaUS$58.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Brunello di Montalcino, Villa Poggio Salvi, 2019, Tuscany, ItalyUS$76.00
- BottleUS$76.00
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine de La Solitude, 2019, Rhône Valley, FranceUS$74.00
- BottleUS$74.00

Full

Cabernet Sauvignon, Altered Dimension, Washington STUS$12.00
- 6ozUS$12.00
- 9ozUS$18.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Palm, CaliforniaUS$13.00
- 6ozUS$13.00
- 9ozUS$20.00
- BottleUS$50.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUS$24.00
- 6ozUS$24.00
- 9ozUS$36.00
- BottleUS$118.00
Merlot, Duckhorn, 2022, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUS$70.00
- BottleUS$70.00
Meritage Blend, Cain Cuvée, NV 13, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUS$76.00
- BottleUS$76.00
Bordeaux, Clarendelle Haut-Brion, 2016, FranceUS$48.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Bordeaux, Chateau Lynch-Bages, 2019, Paulliac, FranceUS$300.00
- BottleUS$300.00
Rioja, La Rioja Alta Ardanza Reserva, 2017, SpainUS$76.00
- BottleUS$76.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Scattered Peaks, 2021, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUS$58.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan, 2019, Alexander Valley, CaliforniaUS$84.00
- BottleUS$84.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak, 2019, Alexander Valley, CaliforniaUS$110.00
- BottleUS$110.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Opus One Overture, V9, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUS$164.00
- BottleUS$164.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak, 2018, Alexander Valley, CaliforniaUS$200.00
- MagnumUS$200.00

Half Bottles

Moscato d'Asti, Saracco, ItalyUS$20.00
- BottleUS$20.00
Champagne, Nicolas Feuillatte, NV, FranceUS$50.00
- BottleUS$50.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven, 2023, Marlborough, New ZealandUS$30.00
- BottleUS$30.00
Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer, 2023, Sonoma Coast, CaliforniaUS$28.00
- BottleUS$28.00
Pinot Noir, Elk Cove, 2021, Willamette Valley, OregonUS$28.00
- BottleUS$28.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou Vineyards, 2022, Paso Robles, CaliforniaUS$32.00
- BottleUS$32.00

Beverages

LemonadeUS$4.00
traditional, pineapple, ginger, blackberry, mango
Lavender LemonadeUS$5.00
house lemonade, lavender, soda water, mint
Iced TeaUS$4.00
freshly brewed
Arnold PalmerUS$4.00
freshly brewed iced tea and lemonade

Bottled Water & Sodas

San Pellegrino SparklingUS$6.00
- SmallUS$6.00
- LargeUS$8.00
Saratoga StillUS$8.00
- LargeUS$8.00
Fountain SodaUS$4.00
coke, diet coke, sprite, ginger ale, orange
Maine Root Bottled SodaUS$5.00
root beer, orange

Coffee & Tea

Jim's Organic CoffeeUS$4.00
TeaUS$4.00
Nespresso EspressoUS$4.00
CappuccinoUS$5.50

What 3,525 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Greater Boston
Seafood
Boston Metro South
Best Overall
Boston Metro South
Best Food
Boston Metro South
Best Service
Boston Metro South
Best Ambience
Boston Metro South
Great for outdoor dining
Boston Metro South
Great for scenic views
Boston Metro South
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Black Whale in New Bedford offers a vibrant dining experience with "the freshest seafood in Bristol County." Its "exceptional service" and waterfront views make it a favorite. Highlights include the "amazing sushi" and creative cocktails. While noise can be a concern, the "delicious food" and "charming atmosphere" keep guests returning.

3,525 Reviews

A
Angela
Greater Boston
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good food and service. Hailey was great. Chowder is the best! It keeps us coming back.
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Natalie
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The prices were a bit steep for lunch, but the service and the food were outstanding.
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KevinB
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great setting and great service. 2nd visit. Look forward to the next time.
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Deborah
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the Black Whale , food and drinks are the best . Always great service and atmosphere ❤️
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lisa
VIP
Greater Boston
21 reviews
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Ordered sushi bc I heard it was great but it was a bit fishy. The cold slaw was warm and the lobster roll needed more mayo. We’ve been here a few times but this was a bit disappointing
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Christina
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Kelvin was absolutely fantastic! Love this place. Also the calamari is cooked perfectly- so tender. All of our entrees was delicious.
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Dan
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Came in for a few oysters and after oysters, shrimp clams, and scallops we decide to make a reservation for tomorrow night. Really that good.
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Sean G.
VIP
Greater Boston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 2 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere, food and ambit were perfect, but the service was at a whole other level. Lisa F was her name and she went above and beyond, making our celebration one to remember and try to relive! We will be back this Sat for the Wife’s Birthday extravaganza and hoping Lisa F is our server once again-Infinity ⭐️’s!!!
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Andrew
VIP
Greater Boston
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love the food and the service at The Black Whale but we find the noise level gives us hesitation before going. It's difficult to talk across the table to your own party which means that everyone in the restaurant talks at full volume to hear the people at their own table. We would come more often if the noise level was reduced.
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Kim
VIP
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was excellent and the food was delicious.
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FAQs

The Black Whale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 990-7100.

The Black Whale is rated 4.8 stars by 3525 OpenTable diners.

The Black Whale 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.

Make a booking

2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 63 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1004 Co Op Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740-7216

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
State Pier 3
Area
New Bedford
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Nice Private Parking Lot.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Yehudy Lassi
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://theblackwhale.com/
Phone number
(508) 990-7100

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

The Black Whale

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

For Parties of 5 or More & Online Availability

Sushi Boat

Filet Mignon

Oysters

Cocktails

Martinis

French CosmoUS$13.00

VesperUS$13.00

Suit & TieUS$13.00

Espresso MartiniUS$13.00

Margaritas

WhalerUS$12.00

Hy-LinerUS$14.00

Slow BurnUS$13.00

El JefeUS$18.00

Sangrias & Spritz

Spiced Pear SangriaUS$11.00

Classic Red SangriaUS$11.00

Bellini SpritzUS$13.00

Classics & Twists

PainkillerUS$12.00

Old CubanUS$12.00

Mexican MuleUS$12.00

Azorean Old FashionedUS$13.00

RockefellerUS$18.00

Drinking...Not Drinking

NojitoUS$6.00

Designated Apple No-TiniUS$6.00

Piña con NadaUS$6.00

Beers

Drafts

Cisco, Whale's Tale, Pale AleUS$8.00

Sam Adams, SeasonalUS$8.00

Stella Artois, European LagerUS$7.00

Buzzards Bay, Golden Flounder, Wheat AleUS$8.00

Allagash White, Belgian-Style WitbierUS$9.00

Maine Lunch, IPAUS$12.00

Finback, Rolling In Clouds, Hazy IPAUS$10.00

Jack's Abby, SeasonalUS$8.00

Kona, Big Wave, Golden AleUS$8.00

Servedwell/Mast Landing, Seaside PilsUS$9.00

Coors Light, LagerUS$7.00

Craft Beer Cans

Guinness, Irish StoutUS$8.00

Allagash, North Sky, StoutUS$8.00

Downeast, Hard CiderUS$8.00

Fiddlehead Second Fiddle, Double IPA, TallboyUS$10.00

Bottles

BudweiserUS$6.00

Bud LightUS$6.00

Miller LiteUS$6.00

Coors LightUS$6.00

Michelob UltraUS$6.00

CoronaUS$7.00

HeinekenUS$7.00

Athletic Run Wild IPA, N/AUS$7.00

Athletic Atlética Copper Ale N/AUS$7.00

Nantucket Craft Cans

Vodka Soda, Cran or Blue

Wine

Rosé & Bubbles

Prosecco, Zonin, ItalyUS$10.00

Sparkling Rosé, Bohigas, SpainUS$11.00

Rosé, Sacha Lichine Le Poussin, FranceUS$10.00

Sparkling Wine, Westport Rivers Rjr Brut Cuvée, 2012, Westport, MAUS$48.00

Champagne, Moutard Pere & Fils Grand Cuvee, NV, FranceUS$70.00

Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, NV, FranceUS$100.00

Champagne, Dom Perignon, 2013, FranceUS$300.00

White

Crisp

Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini, ItalyUS$10.00

Alvarinho, Foral, PortugalUS$10.00

Riesling, S.A. Prüm Essence, Mosel, GermanyUS$10.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Crowded House, New ZealandUS$12.00