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Easygoing riverfront spot for steak, seafood & cocktails also features 3 outdoor decks & live music.
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Address: 1 Tournament Wharf, Newburyport, MA 01950
Phone: (978) 462-7785
Website: http://michaelsharborside.com/
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Michael’s Harborside Restaurant & Bar. Newburyport’s Favorite …
Michael’s Harborside is Newburyport’s premier waterfront seafood restaurant. Enjoy scenic views, fresh seafood and family-friendly dining.
Events – Newburyport – Michael’s Harborside
Join us weekday nights for Live Music and Trivia, and some weekends Lobster Fest at Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport, MA.
Food & Drink at Michael’s Harborside Restaurant & Bar
Michael’s Harborside serves delicious choices for lunch and dinner no matter your cravings from steaks to sandwiches and salad to seafood.
Reviews
Mel O’Berry Photography
The fella who we purchased our Winnebago van from highly suggested this to us! I’m happy we went because it was so good! I’m a clam lover so I got a bowl of steamed clams and a delicious clam chowder! My husband loved his lobster roll! The staff were super pleasant!
We sat outside upstairs and it was a beautiful view of the harbor!
… moreWe sat outside upstairs and it was a beautiful view of the harbor!
Catherine P
We came for a birthday lunch for my mom and we both really enjoyed our meals. We loved the heated outdoor area overlooking the water. I had the Caesar salad with chicken and really liked it. My mom had a pumpkin ravioli and that was great too! Will definitely be back.
… moreMelissa N
You win some, you lose some — and this was a loss. Honestly surprised the reviews are so high; must be for the view, which is lovely. I’d recommend coming here for a beer or glass of wine at sunset, but skip the food and cocktails.
We ordered the lobster roll (have had better from a truck) and the swordfish taco, which came with sweet seaweed, mango on a flour tortilla – weird combo. Also ordered an aperol spritz that lacked fizz/ spritz, beer was fine.
… moreWe ordered the lobster roll (have had better from a truck) and the swordfish taco, which came with sweet seaweed, mango on a flour tortilla – weird combo. Also ordered an aperol spritz that lacked fizz/ spritz, beer was fine.
Helmut Raether
I stopped here for a relaxing lunch. The view was awesome. I had the fish chowder which was delicious. The fish sandwich and roasted vegetables were also incredible. The service was very friendly. It really made my afternoon enjoyable.
… moreAlicia
What’s not to enjoy about this meal experience? We had a lovely view, even without a high top table. My husband got the baked haddock and I had the sesame salmon. Both were absolutely delightful! I could eat that salmon dish every day! The staff were friendly and attentive.
… moreStephen Priest
I was curious about this restaurant since it is busy throughout the year.
I had lunch with friends and one of them who lives in Newburyport use to come here a lot.
I made reservations in advance so we could get a table right ▶️ away.
A great view of the Merrimack River and the Newburyport drawbridge. We watched it open and close twice to let sailboats ⛵ go underneath.
We ordered Buffalo Style Chicken tenders for an appetizer. Not spicy but they tasted good. I had the Chicken Sandwich with Swiss cheese and fries. My friends ordered the Seafood Casserole and the Combo plate ️ with shrimp, scallops, fries and coleslaw. My friend who ordered the combo couldn’t finish it!
We were offered and given complimentary bread while we had a short wait for our orders.
The bread of my sandwich started to become mushy after a short while. My friend who ordered the combo said it was okay but he has had better. My friend who ordered the casserole liked his entree.
Service was great! I had a free refill on my unsweetened iced tea with lemon.
The prices are high but with inflation and it being Newburyport, I am not surprised or complaining.
I would go back next Spring or Summer so I can sit on the deck and have a meal with friends again.
… moreI had lunch with friends and one of them who lives in Newburyport use to come here a lot.
I made reservations in advance so we could get a table right ▶️ away.
A great view of the Merrimack River and the Newburyport drawbridge. We watched it open and close twice to let sailboats ⛵ go underneath.
We ordered Buffalo Style Chicken tenders for an appetizer. Not spicy but they tasted good. I had the Chicken Sandwich with Swiss cheese and fries. My friends ordered the Seafood Casserole and the Combo plate ️ with shrimp, scallops, fries and coleslaw. My friend who ordered the combo couldn’t finish it!
We were offered and given complimentary bread while we had a short wait for our orders.
The bread of my sandwich started to become mushy after a short while. My friend who ordered the combo said it was okay but he has had better. My friend who ordered the casserole liked his entree.
Service was great! I had a free refill on my unsweetened iced tea with lemon.
The prices are high but with inflation and it being Newburyport, I am not surprised or complaining.
I would go back next Spring or Summer so I can sit on the deck and have a meal with friends again.
Jamie
Have wanted to visit Michael’s Harborside for years. Did not disappoint in any way, especially with quality going down in a lot of places. Friendly greeting as soon as we entered, beautiful restaurant. Bonnie was great. She never skipped a beat, very personable, couldn’t have asked for better! So glad we got sat with her. Food was delicious and the martini was perfect.
… moreJohn D’Eufemia
I had an incredible experience at Michael’s Harborside! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with beautiful waterfront views that made the evening feel extra special.
What truly stood out was our server, Sharron. She was absolutely fantastic—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. She made excellent recommendations and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. Her professionalism and genuine kindness elevated our dining experience and made it memorable.
The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Pair that with the great service and lively yet relaxed vibe, and you’ve got a place I’ll be returning to again and again.
Thank you, Sharron, and the whole team at Michael’s Harborside, for a wonderful evening!
… moreWhat truly stood out was our server, Sharron. She was absolutely fantastic—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. She made excellent recommendations and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. Her professionalism and genuine kindness elevated our dining experience and made it memorable.
The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Pair that with the great service and lively yet relaxed vibe, and you’ve got a place I’ll be returning to again and again.
Thank you, Sharron, and the whole team at Michael’s Harborside, for a wonderful evening!
Shawn Ramnath
I had an incredible time at Michael’s. I wanted to take a quick evening trip to Newburyport and Michael’s is where I ended up for dinner. The food was incredible, 10/10. I had the lobster bake stuffed and that was probably the best lobster I’ve ever had. The lobster was cooked so well and was so easy to eat. The overall atmosphere was so beautiful. I was on the heated outdoor seated area which was perfect for the late night cool breeze. The waitress I had was also very nice and friendly. She made everything so enjoyable and always checked in to make sure things were up to my liking. I am planning on returning here for the summer.
… moreDavid Henderson
Food was unspectacular at best. Had a small group (~9 adults and 1 toddler). Two orders baked haddock were way overcooked and seriously lacked flavor. Another order of chicken Marsala was overcooked and taste was unspectacular at best. Our son said he couldn’t cooked better steak tips, although they weren’t bad, just meh. Lobster bisque with lobster added (additional cost) was ok.
Service was fine, but not great.
Based on the prices we would’ve expected more. Needless to say there are countless other restaurants try go to, especially at this price point.
… moreService was fine, but not great.
Based on the prices we would’ve expected more. Needless to say there are countless other restaurants try go to, especially at this price point.