New Bedford · Bristol County, MA

Food & Drink in New Bedford

Scout analyzed 52 New Bedford places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

52

Matches

23

Typical spend

$15

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Scout-verified spots

Smith Mills

Dunkin'

A quick stop for coffee and a donut or breakfast sandwich, suitable for a solo start to the day or a brief family stop. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit lasting about 15 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
★ 3.9$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Breakfast Klub

Food & Drink

The Breakfast Klub

Food
45 min visit
Little Phoenix

Food & Drink

Little Phoenix

Food
1.3 hr visit
The Black Whale

Food & Drink

The Black Whale

Contemporary bar & eatery serving innovative seafood dishes & raw shellfish amid harbor views.

Food
1.3 hr visit
The Vault Performing Arts Center &Pub

Food & Drink

The Vault Performing Arts Center &Pub

Lively spot offering creative American grub, housemade brews & a downstairs venue for rock concerts.

FoodCocktailsLive music
1.5 hr visit
BesTeas Bubble Tea Room

Food & Drink

BesTeas Bubble Tea Room

Green Bean

Food & Drink

Green Bean

Bright, colorful cafe offering coffee drinks, pastries & wraps, including vegan options.

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Friendly Donuts

Food & Drink

Friendly Donuts

FoodShopping
45 min visit
The Baker - New Bedford

Food & Drink

The Baker - New Bedford

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern

Food & Drink

Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern

Charming tavern in historic digs offering a seafood-heavy menu, draft beers & creative cocktails.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Antonio's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Antonio's Restaurant

Low-key, family-owned Portuguese eatery dishing up large portions of old-world seafood dishes.

Food
1.3 hr visit
Cove Surf and Turf

Food & Drink

Cove Surf and Turf

Classic seafood plates share the menu with burgers & chops at this casual spot with a cozy interior.

Food
1.3 hr visit
Toast N Jam

Food & Drink

Toast N Jam

Food
1.3 hr visit
Smashed

Food & Drink

Smashed

Food
1.3 hr visit
The Nook

Food & Drink

The Nook

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Merrill's on the Waterfront

Food & Drink

Merrill's on the Waterfront

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Cafe Arpeggio NB

Food & Drink

Cafe Arpeggio NB

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Nuno's Restaurant & Lounge

Food & Drink

Nuno's Restaurant & Lounge

Food
1.3 hr visit
Fathoms Waterfront Bar & Grille

Food & Drink

Fathoms Waterfront Bar & Grille

Seafood, cocktails & live music nights in a waterfront hangout with a boat dock for customers.

FoodCocktailsShopping
1.5 hr visit
Bittersweet Farm Restaurant and Tavern

Food & Drink

Bittersweet Farm Restaurant and Tavern

Rustic space featuring indoor & outdoor dining with upscale American fare, plus a cozy tavern.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
PLAY Arcade

Food & Drink

PLAY Arcade

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Cork Wine and Tapas

Food & Drink

Cork Wine and Tapas

Rustic-chic lounge in a converted warehouse pairs globally inspired small plates with varied wines.

FoodCocktailsLive music
1.5 hr visit
Cisco Kitchen & Bar

Food & Drink

Cisco Kitchen & Bar

Food
1.3 hr visit

Under $35

Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.

What Scout found

  • 23 of the 52 analyzed New Bedford places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 100% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed.

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