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Brine, Newburyport, MA
Brine, Newburyport, MA
Brine, Newburyport, MA
Brine, Newburyport, MA
Brine, Newburyport, MA

Brine

4.6
4.6
1383 Reviews
$30 and under
Oyster Bar
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
    (978) 358-8479
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Justin Horyn
  • Private party contact
    nancy@caswellrestaurants.com: (978) 358-8479
  • 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

What 1,383 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Innovative

1,383 Reviews
  1. SamanthaK

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The entire restaurant is incredible. From the folks that work there to the food. My husband and I go there for special occasions and they have never disappointed. Paul is a gem. He does it all with such grace and ease. He knows how to make you feel welcome. From discussing the contestants on the Great British Baking Show to talking about our TV show guilty pleasures. Now the food? Top notch. The chef and their team put together an insanely delicious menu.

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  2. Kabbiel

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Special anniversary dinner! The staff made the evening special, starting with complimentary glasses of champagne. The food was very unique and flavorful, and beautifully presented. (Had the LOBSTER BAKE – Clam Chorizo Croquette, Corn Miso Bisque, Burnt Jalapeno, Cherry Tomato) Great experience!

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  3. SeanDoyle

    Greater Boston

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was unbelievable , service top notch, and drinks delish. Brine never disappoints

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  4. CarolV

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The waiter gave us the check n we wanted to use a visa gift card and he said he couldn’t which made no sense to me. He did not even try.

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  5. DoctorD

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food (octopus small plate, burgers, gem lettuce salad, broccoli balls) and absolutely perfect service. Coordination of food delivery and that of wines by the glass was spot-on, even though we ordered wine in a pretty haphazard way. The place was totally organized and on top of everything. It was early and room was not full, so noise level might be higher later, but we had no trouble conversing at all. Wonderful all-around experience.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Entertained out of town guests & they were delighted. We ate outside and it was everything we had hoped for. Others had cautioned that portions could be small, but we ordered from the dinner menu and actually had leftovers to take home. The sides of broccoli and beets were excellent as were the main courses of tuna steaks and duck breast. Service was enthusiastic and attentive. We selected a middle-range red wine which was not out of line price wise and a nice compliment to the dinner.

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  7. cassie

    Greater Boston

    62 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Limited menu. Way overpriced. Service was terribly slow due to kitchen not the waiter. I would not recommend this restaurant.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience3
    Service was excellent! The portions were too small. We had to stop and eat on the way home.

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  9. DavidT

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food, drinks, and oysters. Attentive unobtrusive service. Modern decor far different than the original quirky restaurant. High noise level at times. Nice experience, well enjoyed.

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  10. RobertP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    The setting was wonder. The hostess and waitress were delightful, and very attentive. The food however was extremely lacking. The salads were very good, very small, and extremely overpriced. The tuna tartare was very heavily salted making it almost inedible. The grilled octopus was very salty, mushy and again a small portion with a big price tag. The duck could almost not be cut, yet again very salty and undercooked. A $200 dinner and left unsatisfied and hungry. Drinks were good though.

    BrineResponded on August 24, 2023

    Hello Robert, Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I do want you to know that we heard you and we have addressed the issue of seasoning/salt with our Chef and all of his staff to ensure that everything is properly seasoned before leaving the line. If there is ever any issue with something you've ordered, please let your server and manager know immediately so that we can correct the situation while you are still dining with us. We hope to see you again soon.

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  11. AshleyR

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    Staff knew it was a birthday dinner and did nothing. The food had more salt then anything. As a chef myself all you could taste was salt in every meal. The waitress was slow and not really responsive when asked her questions. She wasn't friendly. The atmosphere was beautiful but not worth the money

    BrineResponded on August 24, 2023

    Hello Ashley. We are so very sorry that we missed the mark on your recent visit. We have spoken with our Chef and his staff regarding the seasoning/salt and we have also spoken to your server to ensure that both food and service issues have properly been addressed. I do see that your reservation was clearly marked as a birthday. We make it a point to make sure that every celebration is a special occasion and apologize for this oversight.

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  12. DebbieMP

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience5
    I have never been to a restaurant that serves a scallop entree with scallops cut in half and that has 5 half’s!!! That’s a total of a whopping 2 1/2 scallops!!! Are you kidding me? The “small plate” we ordered was two bites. It is an expensive restaurant with sub par food and service. We won’t be going back any time soon.

    BrineResponded on August 25, 2023

    Hello Debbie, Thank you for your review. Our scallops dish has quickly become one of our best sellers complete with Fresh Cheese + Corn Ravioli, Poblano Pepper and Blueberry Vincotto. We ensure that every dish has the same measurement of protein. Our side dishes including the ordered Glazed Beets, Broccoli Caesar, Fries and Fig + Blue Cheese Toast are designed to be larger and shareable with the table along with other entrees such as our a la carte chops.

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  13. JohnO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. I had raw oysters, a steak, and a tomato, peach, and mint salad. All were very tasty. The hostess and waitress and waiters were very polite and pleasant. The decor was tasteful and added to the nice ambiance. This is my favorite restaurant in Newburyport.

    BrineResponded on August 25, 2023

    Thank you so much for your stellar review. The new Heirloom Tomato salad had quickly become a guest favorite. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  14. ChristopherK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    Food is very good…. Service has gone downhill considerably over the past year

    BrineResponded on August 25, 2023

    Hello Chris, It was a pleasure having you back with us this past Thursday evening with your lovely guests. Please know that if at anytime there is a concern regarding your service or dinner, always feel free to grab the manager's attention so we can correct it while you are still dining with us.

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  15. Wanderer

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First timers and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

    BrineResponded on August 25, 2023

    Thank you so much for your 5 star review!

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  16. SeanDoyle

    Greater Boston

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, super friendly and efficient service. Top notch.

    BrineResponded on August 25, 2023

    Thank you so much for adding your tags to your stellar review. We love being noted as the Neighborhood Gem and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  17. MegK

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! Enjoyed the pairings of flavors I would have never thought to put together. Staff was very friendly!

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  18. KevinL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. Perfect date spot! Highly recommend.

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  19. Sammy

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The scallop and lobster plates we ordered were extremely good. As were the oysters.

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  20. MasonDad

    Cincinnati

    136 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    136 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brine was outstanding. Of the four restaurants we tried in Newburyport, Brine was the best! Service was amazing, and the food was well presented, and excellently prepared. We HIGHLY recommend making this one of your PRIMARY restaurants to visit in Newburyport! A++++++++++

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  21. Linda

    Greater Boston

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food and atmosphere! Our guests enjoyed it as much as we did!

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  22. winstonet

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Food as always was outstanding. Service was pleasant but a bit uneven at the bar. Atmosphere is fun and energetic, but the noise level can be a bit overwhelming for easy conversations.

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  23. Glutenfreefoodi

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    They were out of most of the small plate options. The longer we sat the more the waitress told us they were out of things. Considering a Sunday in the summer you would think the pars would be higher. We ended up only getting the tuna tartare which was good but they only gave us a few crumbs of what once were plantains. Overall very disappointing. Also no changing table for kids if you bring a child along which was difficult. Initially got a cocktail but wasn’t very good sent it back for a simple glass of rose which I did enjoy. Might try again on a Friday when hopefully they don’t run out of everything by 3pm.

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  24. JenniferP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, the staff was helpful and delightful. And the food and drink were outstanding. Brian is one of our favorite restaurants!

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  25. VernonE

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food is alway top notch and the servers are very knowledgeable and accommodating. We highly recommend this restaurant.

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  26. KenJ

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent service, wine, ambience. Very loud. Food good but not memorable for the price.

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  27. LaurenZ

    Coastal Georgia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Food was good, service was a little slow for a quiet day but overall would go back again!

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  28. DavidG

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    A very noce place with great food and a very decent wine list. Portions slightly on the small size, but all in all a very good experience.

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  29. Pamsterdam

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A regular go to for us. Excellent food and service. We love the nuanced food preparation.

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  30. ShannonM

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The bacon /tequila cocktail was memorable! The oysters outstanding. We had a great dinner

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  31. MichaelL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hands down one of the best restaurants on the North Shore. Excellent dining experience. Knowledgeable and friendly servers, amazing oysters, inspired dishes. They are doing everything right. Highly recommended.

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  32. Chris

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience4
    We went there because we were really in the mood for seafood. The scallops dinner I ordered was $38 or $40, so I was very disappointed when it arrived and had just 2 small scallops on top of 3 large ravioli.

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  33. Eddie

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Oysters were very good, other food good but unmemorable. Service spotty. Going for fine dining but falling a little short.

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  34. RikkiRakkett

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to eat. Awesome food. Bacon and egg is a must.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    RP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Really nice evening at Brine last Thursday for the dollar oyster special. We had Alana (sp?) who took exceptional care of us - giving us space to converse, but also being attentive to our needs. She even recommended and brought wine samples to the table to suggest a pairing with the duck breast. And ofc her choice with the Nebbiolo was a winner! All in all great service, great value.

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  36. Foodie

    Greater Boston

    76 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience2
    Good is decent the noise is just to the point you need to yell at the people you are with

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  37. Simina

    Greater Boston

    101 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Simple pleasures of a friendly staff, Buckashuck Oysters (properly shucked and NOT the size of a quarter), their killer Burger and some cold beer…Boom! See ya again soon!

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  38. Fredo

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We weren’t in a hurry so the slow service was ok. The place was very busy so we understood. It wasn’t the waitress’ fault. She was very attentive. It was just busy and not staffed up enough in food prep

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always a wonder dinner with the help of a great staff. Daniel was partnered with us through the meal and was super attentive.

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  40. eater

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great spot, good food, excellent service! Loved the oysters, suck and lobster bake.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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

Brine is rated 4.6 stars by 1383 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (978) 358-8479
  • Private party contact
    nancy@caswellrestaurants.com: (978) 358-8479
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