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FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar
Oysters
Frequently praised across multiple reviews for their incredible freshness, perfect shucking, and thoughtful pairings. Mentioned as a highlight and must-try by many guests who appreciated the quality and flavor.
Halibut
Highly recommended for being perfectly cooked, flaky, tender, and fresh. One special mention includes the crab crusted halibut which combined two favorites in one dish and was savored to the last bite.
Scallops
Noted for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and exceptional flavor, exceeding guest expectations and contributing to a memorable seafood experience.
Lobster Bisque
Highlighted as a standout seafood dish cooked to perfection, complementing the overall high-quality seafood offerings at the restaurant.
Seafood Linguine
Recommended for its generous portions and variety of seafood including clams, mussels, prawns, and cod, delivering a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish.
Calamari
Frequently mentioned and praised for being very good, including accommodating special dietary needs with a non-breaded version, showing the kitchen’s flexibility and quality.
Creme Brûlée
Highly recommended dessert noted for its light texture and perfect finish to the meal, with special mentions of unique presentation and being a perfect shareable dessert.
Fish and Chips
Mentioned positively as a tasty option that fits well within the menu’s seafood offerings, appealing to those who enjoy classic seafood dishes.
Paella
Praised for being rich in seafood components like prawns, mussels, and clams, delivering a flavorful and authentic dish that impressed guests.
Creole Chicken
Recognized as a favorite on the menu with flavorful preparation, contributing variety to the mostly seafood-focused offerings.
Ahi Tuna with Risotto
Appreciated for its amazing taste and quality, providing a delicious alternative to the seafood dishes.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
About FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar
Polished restaurant with a New England vibe & ocean views dispensing eclectic seafood dishes.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar known for?
It is best known for oysters, especially fresh oysters served with a variety of condiments, plus seafood dishes like mussels, calamari, seafood linguine, and halibut. Reviewers repeatedly mention the ocean view and say the food is fresh, flavorful, and worth the slightly above-average price.
What dishes are most recommended at FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar?
Reviewers most often highlight oysters, mussels, calamari, seafood linguine, halibut, and fish and chips. Other specific dishes praised in reviews include prawns, scallops, lobster, ahi tuna with risotto, and crème brûlée for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a warm, classy feel and window or outdoor seating that looks out toward the pier and ocean. It is often recommended for date nights, anniversaries, birthday dinners, and group celebrations, but solo diners also visit it.
Is FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is in the $$ price range, and reviewers say it is a little above average or a bit expensive. Even so, many feel the quality of the seafood, the service, and the ocean-view setting make the price worth it.
When is the best time to visit FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar?
Dinner and brunch reservations are recommended, and several reviews mention busy nights like Valentine’s Day and special occasions where a short wait still happened despite a reservation. If you want the best view, reviewers specifically mention window tables and outdoor seating overlooking the pier.
Is parking available at FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar have vegetarian options?
Yes, FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar offers vegetarian options.
Is FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar kid-friendly?
Yes, FIVE Kitchen & Oyster Bar is good for kids.
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