The Best Spots for Outdoor Dining on Block Island

By: Block Island Beach House / 18 Oct 2021

Block Island, just off the coast of Rhode Island and Long Island, NY, is the perfect place for a relaxing stay this summer. Our boutique hotel Block Island Beach House is open with vigorous cleaning and social distancing practices (https://www.larkhotels.com/covid-19-update) in place. We know you are due for a getaway, so come to Block Island where the most popular activities involve sand, surf, seafood, and rest. You'll want to enjoy some coastal fare outdoors in the fresh air during your trip. Outdoor dining on Block Island, RI is always popular but especially so this summer. We have your recommendations for outdoor dining on Block Island, RI for your next lark to Block Island Beach House.

Dead Eye Dick's | 218 Ocean Ave, New Shoreham | (401) 466-2654

This Block Island seafood restaurant has expanded its outdoor seating to the lawn, hanging string lights to create a festive atmosphere. Fresh fish, steamed shrimp, lobster, and mussels—Dick's serves up some of the best island cooking on Block Island. We love enjoying a meal here overlooking the harbor on a beautiful summer's evening.

Three Sisters | 443 Old Town Rd, New Shoreham | (401) 466-9661

This sandwich shop is in an adorable shingled cottage and is one of our favorite spots for outdoor dining on Block Island, RI. Known for its use of local and housemade ingredients, Three Sisters serves a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, and housemade sweet treats for lunch and dinner. A&A, their new breakfast pop-up, has great granola, breakfast sandwiches, and sweets. Order and then grab a seat at one of the shaded picnic tables in the yard. Your order comes in a colorful beach bucket and if you're smart, you'll add one of the sister's famous chocolate chip cookies to it.

The Surf Shack | 32 Dodge St, New Shoreham, RI | (401) 466-5505

Our restaurant The Surf Shack at Block Island Beach House is the perfect spot to begin or end your evening. With seating on the deck and the beach right by the water, this outdoor dining on Block Island, RI is perfect for watching a spectacular sunset. The menu of fresh and classic New England dishes is available at both dining locations this summer—and The Beach Bar is serving up local brews, frosé, and other refreshing drinks. We look forward to welcoming you to outdoor dining on Block Island, RI!

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