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Brine, Newburyport, MA

Brine

4.7
4.7
1519 Reviews
$30 and under
Oyster Bar

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
BRINE, known for fresh oysters, crudo, and prime cut chops, is Caswell Restaurant Group’s second foray into the eclectic and innately New England dining scene of Newburyport, MA. Proprietor Nancy Batista-Caswell’s appreciation of the local harvest and her affinity for European classics results in a restaurant devoted to flavorful seafood—ceviche, crudo, sashimi, and beyond—and butcher chops, with a healthy dose of Spanish and Italian influences throughout the menu. The main attractions at BRINE are backed up by soups, salads, Po-Boys, and “off the page” daily specials to provide plenty of variety.

This neighborhood hangout welcomes all and leaves pretension at the door. The low-key design and elevated standards of service allow the food to speak for itself, and Manager Gissele Tache and her staff are always on hand to recommend an adventurous catch, a fine bottle of wine, or a sweet after-dinner treat.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (978) 358-8479
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Justin Horyn
  • Neighbourhood
    Newburyport
  • Cross Street
    Essex St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,519 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brine is a standout dining spot in Newburyport known for its "amazing food and atmosphere." Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" menu featuring fresh oysters, seafood, and steaks. The service is consistently "outstanding," with a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Brine offers a vibrant and inviting dining experience that's highly recommended.

1,519 Reviews
  1. Kevin

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always. And our server Anna was fantastic as usual. We will be back soon.

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  2. Eddie

    VIP

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply amazing! Always have a wonderful experience here. Food and service is always great! If you haven't tried Brine... You're missing something special!

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  3. Samantha

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Well everything looked absolutely delicious, sadly almost every dish was under salted/seasoned. The first dish that came out, the hamachi was so bland, without a hint of salt, I figured that maybe the finishing salt was accidentally missed on our plates and that the next dishes wouldn't suffer the same misfortune but sadly that wasn't the case - The lobster soup tasted so bland although it had so much potential to be excellent. At this point I actually had to go get a salt shaker from one of the wait staff for our table. I can't remember the last time that I had to salt any of my food in a restaurant. The chorizo calamari pasta had saltiness from the chorizo but sadly the sauce tasted like there was no seasoning and it whatsoever. I was really excited about this meal and drove an hour and a half only to have left feeling a little disappointed especially after paying a very large bill. The service was very good and the atmosphere was great ...
    BrineResponded on December 20, 2024
    Hi Samantha! We're very sorry to hear that your time with us fell short of your expectations. We absolutely strive to have innovative, fresh, and unique dishes across the board, especially during an event like the Feast of Seven Fishes. Unfortunately, your experience didn't live up to the hype that you were prepared for and again, we apologize. We'd love the chance to make it right for you and give you the dining experience that so many have come to love here at Brine. If you'd like to make a return visit, please reach out and ask for either Gissele or Garret. They would like to personally ensure you receive the true experience of what we have to offer here at Brine. Thank you for your review and we hope to hear from you soon!

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  4. Ralph

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you're looking for a unique seafood & steak restaurant Brine is for you. The food is always amazing. The staff is always wonderful. The only problem with Brine is that they are an hour away from us. I would be remiss if I did not mention the Salmon Wellington I had for my entree. Salmon is not my favorite fish but this sounded so incredible I had to take a chance. I was not disappointed. So many wonderful flavors baked in a pastry with a salmon filet. This was our third time bringing friends to Brine. We enjoy it by ourselves but it is a great place to take friends you want to impress
    BrineResponded on December 17, 2024
    Hi Ralph! Thank you so much for your excellent review! We're thrilled to hear you loved everything, and honored to be your go-to spot for inviting friends for dinner. We look forward to welcoming you again soon, you and your guests are always wonderful to have join us!

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  5. Pamela

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and welcoming, attentive service. This is our go to place for great food and an enjoyable night in our community of Newburyport. Love the staff and credit to the chef for creativity, nuance and freshness.
    BrineResponded on December 17, 2024
    Thank you for that lovely review, Pamela! We love to hear that everything we pride ourselves on comes through during your visits with us. We look forward to continuing to host you and your guests as your go-to spot for everything you desire!

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  6. Jason

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at Brine never disappoints. Their novel flavor combinations and frequently rotating menu keeps us coming back. Service and ambiance is delightful also.

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  7. David

    VIP

    Orlando

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brine delivers on all your needs for great quality food, drinks, and social networking. Come and enjoy the bar and meet new friends or bring your group and enjoy fantastic table service.

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  8. Charles

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants in NBPT. From the food to the friendly service ….everything is fantastic. The folks that make it all come together work seamlessly.
    BrineResponded on November 19, 2024
    Thank you for your review, Charles! We have a truly exceptional staff, and we agree that everyone working together creates a unique, memorable experience for our guests. We can't wait to have you join us again soon!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been to Brine a few times. It’s one of our favorite Newburyport restaurants. We went for lunch. We started with some oysters. So good!!! They were fresh and delicious. The next course was the caviar service. The blinis were freshly made and the accoutrements were well-prepared. My one complaint would be that there was only one spoon - for two people. Picayune, but I was hungry! 😋. We then shared two small plates - the tagliatelle cacio e pepe and the bacon and eggs. The tagliatelle should’ve been warmer and I would’ve preferred fresh grated pepper, but it was good tasting and creamy. The bacon and eggs weren’t as good as they could be …. The oysters were perfect , the poached egg was remarkably perfect, the bacon was over done, and I can’t recall having any salsa verde.- but that didn’t stop me from eating every bite! I will be sure to try them again the next time I go …. For dessert, we had the pineapple sorbet. It wasn’t very pineapply …. I wouldn’t need to try that again. Our server was awesome. He was very familiar with the menu and was able to make knowledgeable recommendations. We sat I. The window - it was open and the weather was beautiful! So nice!

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  10. Donna

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My most favorite restaurant in Newburyport MA! Just a wonderful experience on all levels.

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FAQs

Brine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 358-8479.

Brine is rated 4.7 stars by 1519 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Brine

17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Essex St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Newburyport
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Justin Horyn
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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