The Oar

The Oar is a must-visit spot on Block Island! Located right on the Great Salt Pond, it offers beautiful waterfront views that perfectly capture the island vibe. The atmosphere is casual, lively, and welcoming, with indoor and outdoor seating that makes it an ideal place to relax and enjoy the scenery. The menu has something for everyone, from fresh sushi and raw bar selections to classic New England favorites like lobster rolls, clam chowder, and seafood platters. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. Pair that with a cold drinks, and it’s the perfect island dining experience. A Block Island staple that lives up to the hype.

Jeff was a spectacular waiter. He never made us feel that he was too busy even though it was packed. He made our day with his positivity and smile. The woman behind the bar sadly was blatantly annoyed being there... The girl checking us in was definitely not happy. California rolls were delicious as was lobster rolls. We had dinner one evening and hamburgers were meh...we would definitely go back for sushi ... Jeff... And the view

Part of my Block Island tradition is enjoying a lobster club sandwich at The Oar, and this trip I came with a group of nine. When we checked in, we were told we were the only large party, yet we ended up waiting what felt like an hour. When I mentioned this to our waitress, she snapped back that it had been “39 minutes.” I asked her to double-check, and soon after we were told our table was being cleaned and would be ready in 10 minutes. When we walked up, the manager George, who I’ve seen here throughout more than a decade of visits, was his usual warm and genuine self. He personally apologized for the delay, and that sincerity more than made up for the rocky start. Once seated, our experience turned around completely. Our waitress Lindsay was an absolute gem! Kind, attentive, and patie

We enjoyed a great lunch on a high top in the bar area. I was able to have a gluten free Tuna dish, they do offer a gf “soy sauce” option. Service was great and our server was knowledgeable about gluten free options. They do not have a designated gf fryer. Great atmosphere inside and out. The outside does offer seating with a view and cornhole games for guest to play.

Was okay.... service was very quick... food came before drinks... lobster club was out delicious, chowder was just ok. View was incredible! Very low key vibes.