Plum Island, MA, home to our boutique hotel Blue—Inn on the Beach is known for its fresh seafood at every turn. Lobster rolls on the beach, oysters on the half shell in downtown Newburyport—this North Shore town has it all. Here are our recommendations for where to find the best seafood restaurants on Plum Island, MA on your next visit. As with any dining experience during Covid-19, guests should check with restaurants before heading out, and face coverings and social distancing are required at the restaurant when not seated at the table.
Bob's Lobster | 49 Plum Island Turnpike, Newbury, MA | (978) 465-7100
Bob's is a popular summertime choice. The seafood shack serves up its menu of fried seafood baskets and rolls for outdoor dining. Take your seafood feast to go and enjoy it back at our beachfront inn or eat at the picnic tables surrounding the shack. Bob's also serves Richardson's ice cream, made on a dairy farm in nearby Middleton, making it a popular spot to stop for a scoop after a day at the beach.
Plum Island Grille | 2 Plum Island Turnpike #2035, Newbury, MA | (978) 463-2290
Just a 10-minute walk from Blue—Inn on the Beach, the Plum Island Grille is known for its scenic location offering great views of the sunsets over Plum Island. The menu always has local seafood prepared in creative ways, like the pan-roasted halibut with basil mashed potatoes and lobster corn salsa. The Thai seafood stew is a house specialty, offering a unique take on a New England classic.
Sea Level Oyster Bar | 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA | (978) 462-8862
Like many places in Newburyport, this waterfront seafood restaurant's menu is heavy on the lobster, fish, and shellfish. Open for indoor and outdoor dining, as well as takeout, Sea Level serves up inventive seafood dishes and has a huge raw bar selection. Enjoy a New England craft beers on tap or a glass of wine along with some of the best seafood in Newburyport.
