Black Cow

4.6

80 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

CORRECTION, THE BLACKCOW DOES ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR BOTH LUNCH AND DINNER. PLEASE CALL US AT (978)499-8811 TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION, RESERVATIONS ARE FOR INDOOR DINING ONLY!.

Reservations for parties larger than 4 you must call 978-499-8811.

Located in a city rich in maritime history, the Black Cow boasts spectacular ocean views from its rooftop deck and fine dining with walking distance to all that Newburyport has to offer. By land or by sea, the Black cow represents all the hospitality and beauty New England has to offer.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(978) 499-8811
Website
http://blackcowrestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chris Leclair

Location
40 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Neighborhood
Newburyport
Parking details
Parking spots for the Blackcow are located on the side of the building and are clearly marked by Blackcow Parking signage.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston Metro North
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Black Cow is a Newburyport gem with "excellent food," "consistently great service," and a vibrant atmosphere. Standout dishes include steak tips, shrimp scampi, and fresh sushi. The "beautiful location" and attentive staff elevate the dining experience. A perfect spot for special occasions, with a lovely roof deck for summer enjoyment.

80 Reviews

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Sean
Greater Boston
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was not good at all. Pasta overcooked and mushy, sides with the haddock were totally precooked and cold.
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Susan
VIP
Greater Boston
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Pear and walnut salad was absolutely outstanding. Sat upstairs overlooking downstairs which was beautiful. No toilet paper in the bathroom and our server was meh.
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Melissa
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always such a great time and the food is amazing per usual!
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Tom
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at the black cow, service, drinks and food were fantastic, definitely recommend..
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Diane
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a awesome server, Gina she is the best! Our food was amazing. I had the steak tips and they were cooked perfect! My guy had Short Ribs as well as my sister and loved it! My brother in law had Salmon and he loved his as well
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artgreencat0
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent waitress.
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Tom
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner this week. Outstanding service that was not obtrusive but right on time. Porkchop was done perfectly and my better-half thoroughly enjoyed her shrimp scampi. We will return in the future.
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Robin
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely! We will go back this summer! Can’t wait to sit outside on the roof deck
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Heather
Greater Boston
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was great! Meatball appetizer was very good. Portion was enough for four people to split. Kale and shrimp Scampi was very good. Lack of flavor in bolognese (during this visit) was the only disappointment. We would definitely go back again.
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Diane
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service great will be back next year. Thank you
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FAQs

Black Cow offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 499-8811.

Black Cow is rated 4.6 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

40 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Additional information

Neighborhood
Newburyport
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–12:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking spots for the Blackcow are located on the side of the building and are clearly marked by Blackcow Parking signage.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Leclair
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://blackcowrestaurants.com/
Phone number
(978) 499-8811

Black Cow

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What 80 people are saying

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