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The National Hotel, New Shoreham, RI

The National Hotel

4.6
4.6
311 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
Located in the heart of downtown beautiful Block Island, The National Hotel Tap & Grille is the perfect place to enjoy a great meal or cocktail. Outdoor seating on our iconic Porch offers breath taking ocean views of the Old Harbor.
Dog friendly dining available, please specify in visit notes if you are bringing a furry friend. Inside Seating is also available. We do not reserve fireside seating.

Winner of the 2024 Block Island Chowder Cookoff! Lunch and dinner served daily, our diverse menu specializes in seafood, steaks & Island favorites. Inside and outside bar shows all sporting events and offers live entertainment on the Weekends during high season.

Independently owned and operated the National Tap and Grille is favorite with locals and tourists

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 9:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 466-2901
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Camryn Carlson
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries please contact Deanna McNeil deanna@blockislandhotels.com
  • Neighborhood
    Block Island
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 311 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Hot spot

  • Rhode Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Rhode Island

    Great for scenic views

  • Washington

    Good for groups

  • Washington

    Healthy

  • Washington

    Hot spot

  • Washington

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Washington

    Great for scenic views

  • Washington

    Lively

  • Washington

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The National Hotel offers an idyllic dining experience with "breathtaking views of Old Harbor," consistently "delicious and fresh seafood," and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "best New England clam chowder," and the inviting atmosphere on the porch. Despite occasional noise, the overall ambiance and attentive staff make it a must-visit spot on Block Island.

311 Reviews
  1. Vasily

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Good Food, Great Service! Nice View! Low Noise! Great pasta with 🦞

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  2. Bruce

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service-great for fiends & family. Terrific view! Can still sit outside on the porch in rainy weather with plastic enclosure. Heaters very loud. Consider heat exchanger splits. Very worthwhile for lunch/dinner and the firepits are very relaxing out back.

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  3. William

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent lobster Mac and cheese and chowder always great. Porch views cannot be beaten. Friendly and attentive service.

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  4. Edmund

    VIP

    Baltimore

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It's always our first stop for a meal on Block Island.

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  5. Monique

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great! Lizzy our server was amazing and female manager (sadly didn't get her name) was very kind and informative!

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  6. Scott

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The National is back! Significantly improved the last two summers. Had several meals here. Food was excellent. The view never disappoints and service has been good

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Chicken Milanese is my new favorite! Great service, excellent atmosphere, and the best food!

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  8. Peter

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the staff is very attentive, but our waitress Mary was outstanding. She allowed us to take our time, enjoy conversation, food, and the view with the right amount of attention.

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  9. Kevin

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Two of the 4 specials were sold out at noon! Server was lovely.

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  10. Rich

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Run well and some of the best food on the island this year!!

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FAQs

The National Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 311 OpenTable diners.

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

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

Google Map for The National Hotel

36 Water St, New Shoreham, RI 02807

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Block Island
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 9:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Camryn Carlson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (401) 466-2901
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries please contact Deanna McNeil deanna@blockislandhotels.com
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