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LOCAL DAILY CATCHES Interested in more of a sit-down-with-a-knife-and- fork-type meal over a quick hit? Look no further. THE MOORING Located in the heart of downtown Newport, the Mooring Seafood Kitchen and Bar is more dockside than seaside. Still, that doesn’t make the view any less enjoyable. Order a glass of wine and the Portuguese- roasted Cod and watch as the mega-yachts pull into port. Newport THE LOBSTER POT Open since 1929, the Lobster Pot specializes in not only preparing the finest New England classics, but also blending traditional dishes with a new and contemporary twist. Order the New England-broiled scrod or the Atlantic Salmon (grilled, broiled or blackened) and savor the tastes while you savor the sweeping views of Bristol Harbor. Bristol SPAIN OF NARRAGANSETT Every Narragansett native knows that pretty much any occasion worth celebrating warrants a reservation at Spain of Narragansett. The family-owned restaurant has been dedicated to serving fresh, cooked- to-order dishes with a Mediterranean flair since its inception in 1987. Ask for either the paella Valenciana or the sole Franchese to go with your table pitcher of the house sangria. Narragansett BOAT HOUSE The Boat House’s large terrace overlooking the Sakonnet River is the perfect place to enjoy a summer day (or night) while savoring some innovative seafood. Start with a round of crab cakes and follow up with the restaurant’s signature bouillabaisse. Tiverton BALLARD’S Known especially for its beachside setting, yummy alcoholic bever- ages, frequent musical guests and tendency to throw some of the island’s best bashes, people sometimes overlook the fact that Ballard’s also boasts a superb seafood menu. Here’s a reminder: Options include swordfish a la Siciliana, a fisherman’s platter, seafood pasta and fresh lobster prepared thirteen different ways. Talk about a jack of all trades! Block Island THE COVE RESTAURANT AND MARINA Situated along the water with a perfect view of the Braga Bridge and the USS Massachusetts is the Cove Restaurant and Marina. Offering the fresh- est seafood plus fine American- and European-style cuisine, the Cove combines the coastal charm of New England with Fall River’s unique ties to Portuguese culture. Enjoy a mouthwatering plate of the lobster ravioli or the zesty shrimp Mozambique. Fall River, MA Oberlin is an expert in both taste and presentation. OBERLIN Headed by award-winning chef, Ben Sukle, Oberlin is where the waters of Japan meet the fields of Tuscany. But if you’re particularly interested in the water-influenced part of the menu, we recommend the marinated mussels or the raw Black Bass with olive oil and lemon. Providence L ike to Cook? Head to Sakonnet Lobster Company in Little Compton or Newport Lobster Shack Kitchen in Newport for your pick of some of the freshest lobster catches in the state, or stop by Fearless Fish Market in Providence or Ocean Catch Seafood in Wakefield for some more unique fishy fare. Hemenway’s, Providence DeWolf Tavern, Bristol Metacom Kitchen, Warren Matunuck Oyster Bar, South Kingstown The Black Whale, New Bedford, MA North, Providence Scales and Shells, Newport Don’t Miss! YOUR ULTIMATE SUMMER GUIDE 2020     13