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The first time I ate here I ordered the scallop pesto pasta & it was delicious. My sis got the surf & turf with prime rib & baked stuffed shrimp, which looked very tasty! I was so excited that I found a good restaurant and could not wait to come back. The second time I went back I ordered the same thing lol & my husband got the fried clams. My dish was not prepared the same as the first (lacked flavor) but my husband’s clams were fresh out the grease and big bellies. Third time was on the 4th of July. The wait was over an hour but it worked out because we got the watch the fireworks right from the bridge. It was extremely busy but what do you expect m? It’s the 4th. Once we were seated the table was sticky and the menus were dirty. The baked stuffed shrimp taste like the freezer and the stuffing was bland. The rest of the food was ok but not to it’s full potential. Our 5th time was last night . I ordered the blackened sword fish (was not blackened at all) on the menu it says it comes with fresh vegetables & your choice of potato but apparently sweet potato fries aren’t an option so I had to pay $3 extra. My husband ordered the steak tips cooked well done but were still pink inside. Even though we didn’t not get exactly what we asked for, it was still some what tasty. We really enjoy coming here but we are going to give it a break for a little while. Hopefully we’ll have a better experience next time we decide to give them another try.
Shakira MarieShakira Marie
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First time here, nice place on the water. We choose to sit outside. Very comfortable, nice drink menu, very good bloody mary, i had the Peachcomber sangria, delicious! Just appetizers today for what i thought was going to be a light lunch, but the apps where huge. Unfortunately forgot to bring the leftovers home 😞. Hubby says the Lobster Bisque was okay, thicker then he prefers and did not have enough sherry but he still finished it! He also had the clam and scallop fritters, says they were pretty good, he was disappointed that he could not get a shrimp cocktail, they said because shrimp is now out of season. I had chicken tender appetizer with really good sweet asian chili sauce, tenders were nicely fried, also had the potatoe skins, they were good but the potato was not scooped out like it typically is. All and all it was enjoyable and we would go back.
Nancy AbramsNancy Abrams
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we were having our monthly family day. we didn't really have anywhere to go, or anything to do. so we started googling around looking for for things to do and places to go/eat etc. Fathoms Bar & Grille came up, we voted . so Fathoms it is. every plate of food was cooked to perfection. the drinks were perfectly blended, a good strong, but not over bearing drink. beautiful dining on the water, inside and outside. and most importantly, the service. service with a smile, very pleasant courteous, prompt. nothing wrong. and I speak for my entire family, because we all agree. I (we) give Fathoms 5 stars. but adding my own stars, I give a 10. shout out to Trish K. Grace and Liz 😊 thank you for a wonderful family day!! oh yeah, then at the end they brought out special BIRTHDAY treats and congrats treats for mom and my son!!
William JacksonWilliam Jackson
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Mom and I went today. It’s a nice large space. The staff was really friendly. Mom had sautéed lobster in a cherry sauce with mashed potatoes and asparagus.. The steamers were really good. You could taste and see garlic, hot pepper flakes tons of flavor in the broth could use a little more clams ! lol I had a lobster roll with a nice toasted bun. You’re able to get two sides with that as well fries and coleslaw. They have a fish market right next-door. Lots of great fresh seafood. The prices are unbelievable. It was worth a trip from Milton. I didn’t have any drinks, but I love a martini and they have large glasses for the martinis. They also had steamed lobster on the menu. The menu is pretty expansive.
Elizabeth SElizabeth S
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Mom and I went today. It’s a nice large space. The staff was really friendly. Mom had sautéed lobster in a cherry sauce with mashed potatoes and asparagus.. The steamers were really good. You could taste and see garlic, hot pepper flakes tons of flavor in the broth could use a little more clams ! lol I had a lobster roll with a nice toasted bun. You’re able to get two sides with that as well fries and coleslaw. They have a fish market right next-door. Lots of great fresh seafood. The prices are unbelievable. It was worth a trip from Milton. I didn’t have any drinks, but I love a martini and they have large glasses for the martinis. They also had steamed lobster on the menu. The menu is pretty expansive.
Elizabeth SElizabeth S
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The food was excellent and the service was adequate. My issue is the handicap parking is a distance from the door and it would be easy for somebody to lose their balance and fall or roll into the harbor.
Mwalim DaPhunkee ProfessorMwalim DaPhunkee Professor
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255 Popes Island, New Bedford, MA 02740
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(508) 993-3400
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Website
fathomsbarandgrille.com
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4.4
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Seafood, cocktails & live music nights in a waterfront hangout with a boat dock for customers.
attractions: New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford Whaling Museum, The Barre, New Bedford Port Society: Seamen’s Bethel and Mariner’s Home, Worleybeds Factory Outlet, 1st Edition Collectibles, Cojo's Toy World, NB YMCA, Hewn, restaurants: The Black Whale, No Problemo, The Vault Performing Arts Center &Pub, Tia Maria's European Café, dNB Craft Kitchen, Ming Sushi, Merrill's on the Waterfront, Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern, Brick Pizzeria Napoletana, Rose Alley Ale House

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