Thames Waterside Bar & Grill

Name: Thames Waterside Bar & Grill
Address: 251 Thames St, Bristol, RI, United States, 02809
Telephone: (401) 253-4523
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

734 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Thames Waterside Bar & Grill specializes in seafood dishes. Along with lobster rolls, crab cakes and grilled salmon, you can also choose from an array of American classics such as burgers, pizza and nachos. Its full-service bar provides beer, wine and cocktail options that include sangrias, margaritas and a signature rum punch. Offering a relaxing ambience, Thames Waterside Bar & Grill provides picturesque views of Narragansett Bay and Bristol Harbor. Dine indoors or outdoors on its spacious deck or rooftop. At times, live music and entertainment are also featured in the bar area. Thames Waterside Bar & Grill is open for lunch, dinner and latenight meals.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(401) 253-4523
Website
http://www.thameswaterside.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ben Wachter

Location
251 Thames St Bristol, RI 02809
Neighborhood
Bristol, Rhode Island
Cross street
State St
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

New England Clam Chowder$6.50
Soup of the day$5.99
French Onion Soup
Clam Cakes
One of our local favorite!
- 1/2 Dozen$8.00
- Dozen$14.50
Littleneck Clams Bristol Style$15.99
Fresh littleneck sauteed with beer, garlic chorizo and kale, served with garlic bread is to an order
Stuffies - "A Local Favorite"$8.00
Crispy Calamari$13.99
Lightly, breaded, sauteed with olives, banana peppers, garlic and tomatoes served with marinara sauce
Buffalo Chicken Wings$9.50
You're not a pub unless you have a grass buffalo wing, and we do!
Macho Nachos$14.99
Large portion of tortilla chips, topped with homemade chili, melted cheddar and jack cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole salsa and jalapenos
Lazy Man's Nachos$14.99
A bowl of housemade chili topped with melted cheddar and jack cheese, served with tortilla chips on the side
Loaded Chili Cheese Fries$9.99
Chicken Tenders$9.50
A classic
Mussels$12.99
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks$9.00
Served with homemade marinara

Salads

Add Grilled Chicken to any Salad $4, Add Grilled Steak to any Salad* $6, Add Shrimp or Salmon to any Salad $8, Add Tuna to any salad $8

Small Side Salad$5.99
Caesar$10.99
Greek$12.99
Ahi Tuna*$18.99
Caprese$11.99
Fresh mozzarella and tomato sliced onions basil and balsamic cheese
Wedge Salad$12.99
Iceberg lettuce, tomato, bacon and blue cheese dressing
Cranberry Salad$13.99
California Salad$13.99
Mediterranean Tuna Salad$16.99
Homemade Crab Cakes Salad$18.99

The Main Dish

Fish & Chips$15.99
Homemade beer battered haddock, served with french fries and coleslaw
Seafood Fra Diavolo$19.99
Shrimp Scampi$19.99
Served with rice or linguine and vegetables
Seafood Frutti di Mare$23.99
Steak Tip*$15.99
Chicken Parmigiana$16.99
Penne ala Vodka$14.99
Blackened or Lemon Dill Salmon$19.99
NY Shrimp Steak*$22.99

Flat Bread Paninis

Served with a choice of french fries, cole slaw or a side salad

Calabria$13.99
Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato, fresh basil and balsamic glaze
Naples$13.99
Portobello mushrooms, roasted, red peppers, sliced onions, fresh mozzarella and balsamic glaze
Falerna$13.99
Grilled chicken, roasted peppers, prosciutto, provolone and pesto mayonnaise grilled on flat bread

The Quick Bite

Classic Cheese Pizza$11.99
Crispy thin crust topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese
1/2 lb Hamburger*$9.99
Angus beef grilled to perfections with lettuce and tomato on a brioche roll, served with french fries
1/2 Cheeseburger*$11.99
Angus beef burger with your choice of American, cheddar, blue cheese, Swiss or provolone, served with lettuce and tomato on a brioche roll, with french fries
Crispy Fish Sandwich$13.99
Crispy hand battered haddock on a brioche roll, served with homemade tarter sauce french fries and coleslaw
Clam Strips or Bellies
Served on a roll with homemade tartar sauce, french fries and coleslaw
- Market
Davenport Burger*$12.50
American, bacon and Swiss with lettuce and tomato on a brioche roll, served with french fries
Great Steak Sandwich*$13.99
Lobster Roll
Served with French fries and coleslaw
- Market
Club Sandwich
- Turkey$12.99
- Tuna$14.99
Reuben Sandwich$13.99
Tuna Melt$12.99
Chicken Sandwich$12.99
Veggie Wrap
Classic Cheese Quesadilla$9.50
- Add Steak* Chicken or Sauteed Peppers and Onions$5.50
Teriyaki Wrap$12.99
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap$12.99
Grilled chicken and caesar salad served with french fries
Bacon Ranch Tender Wrap$12.99
Crispy chicken bacon, lettuce and tomato with ranch dressing, served with french fries
Burrito*$12.99
Your choice of grilled steak, chicken or shrimp with refried beans, cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato, served with salsa, guacamole and sour cream on the side with french fries

Main

Clams on the 1/2 Shell
- each$2.00
Shrimp Cocktail
- each$2.50
Clam Cakes (4) & Chowder$9.95
Oyster on the 1/2 Shell
- each$2.50
Clam Strip Platter$16.99
Served with french fries and coleslaw
Clam Belly Platter$26.99
Served with french fries and coleslaw
Blackened Tuna Steak Over Tomato Salad$19.95
With fresh mozzarella, onion, fresh basil, avocado, balsamic vinegar and olive oil
Grilled Shrimp Over Tri-Colored Salad$18.95
With arugula, endive, radicchio, mushrooms, avocado, tomato, onion and goat cheese with your choice of dressing on the side
Striped Bass Oreganato$21.95
Broiled and topped with breadcrumbs and herbs, served with rice and vegetables
Grilled Pork Loin$17.95
In a red wine demiglaze with mushrooms served with mashed potatoes and vegetables
Potato Chip Encrusted Salmon$19.99
Served with a creamy lobster sauce with rice and vegetables
Lobster Cioppino$29.99
Whole lobster (in shell) over linguini with clams, mussels, and shrimp in a red or white sauce

1 1/2 lb Lobster Served Any Style (In Shell)

$26.99. Choose Either:

Scampi or Fra Diavlo Over Linguini
Steamed and Served with Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables
Broiled and topped with butter served with mashed potatoes and vegetables

Beverage Specials

Narragansett Del's Shandy$5.00
Cousino Macul Cabernet Sauvignon$9.50
Catena Malbec$8.00
Septima Malbec$9.00
Harbor Town Sauvignon Blanc$9.00

What 734 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Outdoor Dining
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Kid Friendly
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MadameM
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
First time eating on the patio to sunset and a great experience. Wonderful friendly service.
W
Weezie
Tampa
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
I love it here. The food and service is consistent and the view is to die for.
RC
RayC
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
Just average$!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
Prices are outrageous Food is only fair
MB
MacB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Awesome place to visit. Right on the water and spacious. Food was delicious and the service is usually good. We have been more than a few times and the staff are super friendly. The staff went above and beyond and provided us better seating during our meal for Mother’s day to make it special for us. I would recommend this place. Family friendly!
CC
CraigC
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Drove up to beautiful Bristol RI from Madison CT to meet our daughter Lauren, who came over from Medford MA (her wonderful husband Tyler was away on an business trip). Thames Waterside Bar and Grill was the perfect spot for a Mother’s Day lunch. The food was very tasty, the cocktails excellent, ambiance beautiful overlooking the harbor but the crowning feature was our wonderful server Meghan, who made our day👏👏👏 We will surely return in the future, since Bristol is a classic and the Thames a relaxing and lovely venue to dine and relax. Lynne and Craig Clausen Madison CT & Montauk NY
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience2
It was so loud for dinner. Could not hear any staff or my friend. Apps were good and dinner was below average. Drink was good but had to leave quickly because we were unable to talk or hear. The young man playing was good but not for dinner and the volume was way to loud. Maybe a set up in the bar would have been better. Had an out of town guest and very disappointed, we had to move onto another place.
BD
BonniD
New England
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great to have the Thames re-open its tent and let the salt air in. Great and creative cuisine, casual, but great service. We"ll be back again and again.
JR
JeffR
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great value. Our waiter Matt and waitress Courtney both outstanding!!!!! Wonderful night out!
MS
MariaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience2
First time ..service was quick drinks were good and food was delicious
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Our server Matt was outstanding! He knew the menu and helped us to make selections based on our questions. Food was good and we enjoyed our time there.
JR
JeffR
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding with large portions. This along with an excellent waitress and service made for a wonderful evening
NK
NinaK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We always enjoy Thames Waterside Grill! Service was terrific!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience2
We had gone for Easter Dinner. The service was fine, however the food was not hot. For the price of the food we were not very satisfied,
MC
MatthewC
New England
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were excellent. Looking forward to our next visit
m
marybethm
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Excellent appetizers clam cakes chowder Asian rind scallops and bacon. Main courses were specials haddock franchise rice asparagus good seafood casserole very good and lobster roll just ok shredded not chunked and not on a new England hot dog roll. Dessert we had cheesecake just ok not the best average and 3 double espresso s very good. Two Expresso martinis bloody Mary gin tonic and a beer bill came to over 400 $$$ good but not excellent for that money I would go back for apps chowder and clam cakes for sure. Drinks super expensive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
Disappointed in the limited Menu selection. The actual meal selection is a quarter of what’s listed here. Portion size was decent but had some heavy handed seasoning. My entire Ribeye meal came out totally over season and a tad bit over cooked. They did comp the meal which we appreciate. Burger & wings were a good pick. Staff was friendly and attentive but could step it up a notch from the standard disheveled look. If it’s a night when there’s entertainment you may want to dine inside as you’ll have to shout at each other.
KG
KenG
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Place is always consistent and great staff. Best Fish&Chip in RI
CT
ChrisT
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was amazing and very accommodating, they offer smaller meals for the kids of the entress they had and took care of every request.
KJ
KJ2413
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great good! Good experience!! Overall, I can’t wait to come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Got there for my reservation. She seated us at a dirty table. I had to ask if there were any specials. There were. Food was very good. Asked for a drink and was told she was very busy 🤷‍♀️ and they were out of glasses. That would have been ok if our dinner bill for 4 adults was not over $400.00. SERIOUSLY. service and atmosphere was not worth a $100.00 per person. Sorry. Disappointed.
TL
TripleL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entertainment (Jack) was phenomenal. Great crowd, great food- we had a fantastic “date night”!!
LS
LeylaS
New England
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent waitress Attentive and efficient Special scallop dish was delicious should be added to main menu
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great live music by Mike Silvia. Food and drinks were perfect- will be back again
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friends were playing with Colby James and what a fantastic night out with friends, music, excellent food and good service.
DD
DarleneD
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about last night was perfect. Your wait staff went above and beyond to take care of us and we’re extremely helpful getting us great seating for the show. And the entertainment was so good and so much fun. I loved it… I will definitely return again to see them. And last but certainly not least.. I had the fish and chips and they were delicious! Definitely recommend them since a good fish and chips are hard to find. Thank you!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great, beautiful views of the water, server was lovely and great beer selection. I would recommend highly and we will definitely be back! Mom had the cowboy burger, dad had brunch burger, I had Caprese sandwich and partner had baked fish with rice and veg. Sweet potato fries and onion rings were delicious. Can’t wait to go back
LS
LeylaS
New England
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service Good food Thank you
d
dwn713
New England
64 reviews
vip
3.0
64 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
Good service, better than expected food.
p
peggy
New England
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good was great
TD
TrinD
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food was good ! We always orders seafood when we came to this restaurant. Lobster sandwich, raw oysters. They were so fresh and delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience2
Not that great. We couldn’t take our jackets off at all. Freezing in closed in area, which was the only option for seating. Won’t be back during cold weather months. Maybe try again in the summer.
B
Baranclan
New England
32 reviews
vip
2.0
32 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience1
WE NEVER GOT PAST THE DOOR. I changed my reservation from 4 to 5 people, I have no idea if this was the cause of not having a table for us or not. There was a party of 7 ahead of us that sat down and were anticipating the live music. I told the host that we had reservations. We waited another few minutes, a woman comes over and they start whispering to each other. We are now told by the woman that we can be seated in the patio and that was all they had available. I leaned over and saw the table for 4. I asked why didn't my request to up the party size bounce back to unavailable? She replied--but we have tables. My husband went over to the patio and it was at least 10 degrees colder or more. I then went over and came back and said--oh they don't have the heaters on (I saw a couple of torches). The woman responded--yes we do, they are up above in the rafters. I replied--it is freezing out there and the wind is blowing 30 mph off the water. We left and went next door to eat. I have booked through Open Table places that have outdoor seating; hightops; and regular seating - usually I am prompted that there is only outdoor available, etc.
SH
ShelleyH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The staff is amazing! The music was just what we needed...Keats & Company:-) Great times Shelley & Brian
MS
MicheleS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time there and we really like the atmosphere and we sat near the gas fireplace which it was a romantic dinner for us on New Year's Eve. Angelica is an excellent waitress and we are planning to come back again. The food was excellent and the wine had a smooth taste to it. I think we will try the outside dining which it is facing the water in the Spring or Summer.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience4
Very nice and professional waitress. Delicious New England coastal pub style food. Outstanding bloody Mary.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall3food4service2ambience5
Bisque was amazing but that was about it. Was during covid so maybe that is why it was slow but it was close to 3 hours for lunch.
PC
PatriciaC
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere little pricey but it is Bristol .
KS
KenS
New England
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Waitstaff was outstanding as usual
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2021
overall2food2service3ambience2
It was very cold in their outdoor dining area. Had a reservation but it took a long time to be waited on.

FAQs

Thames Waterside Bar & Grill is rated 4.2 stars by 734 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Google Map for Thames Waterside Bar & Grill

251 Thames St Bristol, RI 02809

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
State St
Neighborhood
Bristol, Rhode Island
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–1:00 am
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Ben Wachter
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thameswaterside.com/
Phone number
(401) 253-4523

Thames Waterside Bar & Grill

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Fish &amp Chips

Lobster Roll

Clam Cakes

Starters

New England Clam Chowder$6.50

Soup of the day$5.99

French Onion Soup

Clam Cakes

Littleneck Clams Bristol Style$15.99

Stuffies - "A Local Favorite"$8.00

Crispy Calamari$13.99

Buffalo Chicken Wings$9.50

Macho Nachos$14.99

Lazy Man's Nachos$14.99

Loaded Chili Cheese Fries$9.99

Chicken Tenders$9.50

Mussels$12.99

Crispy Mozzarella Sticks$9.00

Salads

Small Side Salad$5.99

Caesar$10.99

Greek$12.99

Ahi Tuna*$18.99

Caprese$11.99

Wedge Salad$12.99

Cranberry Salad$13.99

California Salad$13.99

Mediterranean Tuna Salad$16.99

Homemade Crab Cakes Salad$18.99

The Main Dish

Fish & Chips$15.99

Seafood Fra Diavolo$19.99

Shrimp Scampi$19.99

Seafood Frutti di Mare$23.99

Steak Tip*$15.99

Chicken Parmigiana$16.99

Penne ala Vodka$14.99

Blackened or Lemon Dill Salmon$19.99

NY Shrimp Steak*$22.99

Flat Bread Paninis

Calabria$13.99

Naples$13.99

Falerna$13.99

The Quick Bite

Classic Cheese Pizza$11.99

1/2 lb Hamburger*$9.99

1/2 Cheeseburger*$11.99

Crispy Fish Sandwich$13.99

Clam Strips or Bellies

Davenport Burger*$12.50

Great Steak Sandwich*$13.99

Lobster Roll

Club Sandwich

Reuben Sandwich$13.99

Tuna Melt$12.99

Chicken Sandwich$12.99

Veggie Wrap

Classic Cheese Quesadilla$9.50

Teriyaki Wrap$12.99

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap$12.99

Bacon Ranch Tender Wrap$12.99

Burrito*$12.99

Main

Clams on the 1/2 Shell

Shrimp Cocktail

Clam Cakes (4) & Chowder$9.95

Oyster on the 1/2 Shell

Clam Strip Platter$16.99

Clam Belly Platter$26.99

Blackened Tuna Steak Over Tomato Salad$19.95

Grilled Shrimp Over Tri-Colored Salad$18.95

Striped Bass Oreganato$21.95

Grilled Pork Loin$17.95

Potato Chip Encrusted Salmon$19.99

Lobster Cioppino$29.99

1 1/2 lb Lobster Served Any Style (In Shell)