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Brine, Newburyport, MA

Brine

4.5 (1567)
$30 and under
Oyster Bar
17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
BRINE, known for fresh oysters, crudo, and prime cut chops, is Caswell Restaurant Group’s second foray into the eclectic and innately New England dining scene of Newburyport, MA. Proprietor Nancy Batista-Caswell’s appreciation of the local harvest and her affinity for European classics results in a restaurant devoted to flavorful seafood—ceviche, crudo, sashimi, and beyond—and butcher chops, with a healthy dose of Spanish and Italian influences throughout the menu. The main attractions at BRINE are backed up by soups, salads, Po-Boys, and “off the page” daily specials to provide plenty of variety.

This neighborhood hangout welcomes all and leaves pretension at the door. The low-key design and elevated standards of service allow the food to speak for itself, and Manager Gissele Tache and her staff are always on hand to recommend an adventurous catch, a fine bottle of wine, or a sweet after-dinner treat.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Justin Horyn
  • Neighborhood
    Newburyport
  • Cross street
    Essex St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,567 people are saying

Brine 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brine enchants diners with "outstanding" food and "superb" service, spotlighting exceptional oysters and creative cocktails. While the ambiance can be lively, attentive staff ensure a memorable experience. Menu changes have sparked mixed feelings, but the "always great" dishes and "fantastic" dinner experiences keep patrons returning. A true "foodie's dream!"
1,567 Reviews
  1. William VIP

    Coastal North Carolina6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was great; food was excellent. Highly recommend.

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  2. Marc VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time. Food was quite good. Energetic space, a touch noisy tho.

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  3. robin VIP

    New York City18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We‘ve been going to Brine since it opened it and usually love everything we get, but they‘ve drastically changed the menu and a lot of our favorite staples are gone or have beeb „modernized“ not for the better. We‘d be hapoy if they‘d go back to the yummy, creative staples for which they are famous vs. a drastic overhaul.

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  4. Richard

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Glad to do a review but the double authentication is a pain in the rear Having said that the service was a bit slow, but understandable as it was a busy summer night We sat outside and the noise level was fine there but inside is kind of a roaring thunder, which would’ve been annoying if we sat inside

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  5. Liz VIP

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    While the food was good and the service was warm and professional, just be aware that the acoustics in there are horrendous. It was so incredibly loud that you had to yell to hear. If sitting outside, it would have been better. We came for oysters (excellent!) and would have stayed for dinner but the noise made it uncomfortable.

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  6. Margery

    Tampa / Central Florida West9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding. Great everything. The waiter was super. The food was extra yummy. We had a cheesesteak sandwich and a Thai Salad Bowl. First experience for one of the ladies. I shall return again. I will definitely keep telling everyone how great this place really is ...xoxoxo

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  7. Marshall VIP

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very poor service . Good not nearly as good as in past. Very disappointing.’

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  8. Wendy

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were excellent—always a 10 out of 10 whenever I’ve gone there and tonight was no different. Highly recommend the burnt coconut and ginger mussels and the caviar pasta! It gets noisy there but it’s part of the vibe.

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  9. Katie

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and drinks, great service. Perfect for my girls night out.

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  10. Jamie

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always come to Brine when we’re in town & it never disappoints. Excellent as always!

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FAQs

Brine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 358-8479.

Brine is rated 4.5 stars by 1567 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston Metro North
  5. Newburyport

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Brine

17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Essex St.
  • Neighborhood
    Newburyport
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Justin Horyn
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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