The Pub at Matunuck — Restaurant in South Kingstown

We waited an hour and never received our food. The waitress (very nice) told us the kitchen was back up yet, we watched 5 tables get there checks and there were plenty of empty seats inside. Finally when the manager came to our table upon request...he seemed like we were bothering him. He tried continuing with the lie that kitchen was backed but then told us they had to run out for crab cake mix 🤦‍♀️ We ordered the special crab cakes, a BLT and shrimp poboy. The simple solution would have been to tell us they were out for crab cake or we could wait an HOUR. Come on resturant 101! Then with a sarcastic tone he said, "well I can cancel your order". Yup we decided that was best! We got up and processed to walk out, leaving $10 for ice tea and the waitress. As we approach the exit the over 6 ft male Manger proceeds to start yelling behind my head that he didn't say anything besides offering to cancel our order (he still doesn't get it). We were hangry at this point and now I felt attacked, I turn and reach my hand high into the air pointing at him...saying you don't yell at your patrons or women when you are clearly intimidating. Well mommy (maybe the owner)was more worried that I pointed at her baby then how poorly managed this place is being run! She (very large women) chased me out the door threatening me. It was crazy the whole situation never had to happen....they just had to tell the truth...no clam cakes ...ok cool maybe we could have our meals then, please! Do yourself a favor and sort the reviews newest to oldest...because something is going on...the last 3 reviews all talk about how the staff...

The Pub at Matunuck Beach in South Kingstown is a down home beach bar that literally is nestled on one of Rhode Island’s many top notch beaches.

Featuring drinks & food flare that is provided by partner restaurant/bar/music venue The Ocean Mist. Legend has it, that longtime Matunuck staple The Ocean Mist is godfather to The Pub. If their is any truth to this tale, then you’re in for a real treat.

The establishment is small, but during the weather appropriate months the Pub extends into the beach, which includes a covered upstairs & patio for gatherings. Beyond the local beach watering hole, The Pub typically has events which include live music, trivia, & other assorted adult activities.

Now for the fine print... The Pub is a Pub or bar at heart, which means leave the children at home or on the beach. This is not proclaimed on any signage upon entering the establishment, but should be evident to common folk with half a brain.

Dog lovers will love this place though, as they regularly host doggy events such as Yappy Hours on Monday’s from 5 to 7PM. They even typically have various doggy treats on hand. What goes better with a beer on the beach, than having a your wet furry friend by your side?

Yours...

Food is excellent. Atmosphere perfect vibe for a dive at the beach. Upstairs Sunday bartender unfriendly and slow. The host advised us to go up top to eat. When we got there we found seats and the people sitting next to us told us you go to the bar to order. I went to the bar to grab a menu and the bartender rudely mumbled something about needing to be seated by the host. We stood there to order a drink then she told us it would be easier if we sat down. I told her the host is the one who directed us up here. Weird vibe, she seemed overwhelmed. Took her another 10 minutes to come over when we were literally getting up to just go back downstairs. After taking our order she never came back to ask if we wanted more drinks. Felt awkward to get up to ask for one after previous lecture and then at the end it took 20 minutes to get the bill after asking for it and standing up waiting for 5 minutes. It was not busy...