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- AAngelaGreater Boston •11 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoGood service, tasty appetizer and meal. Music/vocals much too loud for size of dining area.More infoCork Wine and Tapas BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• New Bedford•4.6
- PPattVIPGreater Boston •5 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoMiso & Brown Butter Whitefish, a couple of Blackberry Curves and about a 3 hour catchup with some longtime Voc-Tech friends....service, food, atmosphere and company were impeccable. Thank you Chef Rego and team!More infoNew BeigePrice: Moderate• American• New Bedford•4.6
- JJessicaVIPGreater Boston •16 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 7, 2024Great spot in downtown new bedford with several menu options and beer choices. Excellent overall and will go back !More infoMoby Dick Brewing Co.Price: Moderate• Pub• New Bedford•4.6
- SScottVIPGreater Boston •92 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 23, 2024The overall vibe in this place is simply fantastic. All bartenders are very good at their job making the best craft cocktails around very satisfied customer.More infoCultivator ShoalsPrice: Moderate• American• New Bedford•4.7
- CC.Greater Boston •1 review4.0Dined on Oct 11, 2024Very sweet place! This was my first time at Carmines. I took my sister in law from out of state. I got the muscle littleneck app. Unfortunately they were not fresh.at all. Waitstaff amazing! My sister-in-law’s steak was good. Would go back for sure.More infoCandela CucinaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• New Bedford•4.5
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If you are looking for classic New England clam chowder and a quick sandwich, the town is home to many cafes and diners with a family-friendly atmosphere. In addition to delicious seafood options, there are plenty of steakhouses in New Bedford that offer tender cuts of beef. If you are looking for a cold beverage, head into one of the pubs or taverns for a tasty sandwich or burger to go with it. Try some hearty Portuguese, Mexican, Italian or Japanese food on a fun night out. Save room for some delectable Brazilian pastries for dessert, especially the natas, malassadas and rabanadas.
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Healthy restaurants located in New Bedford include The Black Whale, Cisco Kitchen and Bar and New Beige
Restaurants with gluten-free options in New Bedford are The Black Whale, New Beige and Candela Cucina
Bottomless brunch in New Bedford is available at The Inn on Shipyard Park, Merrill's on the Waterfront and New Beige
The most romantic restaurant in New Bedford is The Black Whale
Restaurants in New Bedford with a great view include The Black Whale, Cisco Kitchen and Bar and Fathoms Bar & Grille, Inc.
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