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Brine, Newburyport, MA

Brine

4.6
4.6
1515 Reviews
$30 and under
Oyster Bar

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
  • 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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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
  • Website
    http://brineoyster.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Justin Horyn
  • Location
    17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
  • Area
    Newburyport
  • Cross Street
    Essex St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

raw bar + caviar.

  • Oysters on the Half Shell

    Refer to Daily Oyster Card (Market Price)

    • Shrimp Cocktail

      House-Made Cocktail Sauce (Market Price)

      • Littleneck ClamsUSD 2.00

        (each)

        • Siberian Supreme

          Farm-Raised Siberian Sturgeon (Taste $16 | Half Ounce $50)

          • Giaveri Osetra

            Farm-raised Osetra Sturgeon (Taste $21 | Half Ounce $72)

            • Imperial Amur

              Farm-Raised Imperial Schrenckii (Taste $28 | Half Ounce $98)

              power tower.

              All towers come with signature cocktail, mignonette, louis and habanero crema sauces.

              • SmallUSD 42.00

                Six Oysters, Four Littleneck Clams, Two Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Half Order of Crudo

                • LargeUSD 84.00

                  Twelve Oysters, Eight Littleneck Clams, Four Jumbo Shrimp, Full Order of Crudo

                  crudo.

                  • Tuna TartareUSD 19.00

                    Strawberry, Jalapeno, Pistachio

                    • Salmon Crudo USD 17.00

                      Elderflower, Grapes, Celery, Mint

                      • Halibut CrudoUSD 18.00

                        Pear Variations, Marinated Fennel

                        sandwiches.

                        Available Daily from 12 - 3 pm.

                        • Salmon GyroUSD 24.00

                          Sesame, Arugula, Tomato, Shallot, Tzatziki

                          • Sirloin SandwichUSD 30.00

                            Swiss, Pickles, French Onion Dip, Onion Roll

                            • Lobster Roll MKT

                              Hot Buttered, Chives, Brioche Roll

                              • Sausage Sandwich USD 26.00

                                Pepper + Onion Jam, Beer Mustard, Brioche

                                soup + salad.

                                • Clam + Pork ChowderUSD 10.00

                                  Pork Belly, Potatoes, Leeks, Littleneck Clams

                                  • Honeynut Squash Bisque USD 13.00

                                    Crème Fraîche, Smoked Granola, Nigella

                                    • Kale + Quinoa USD 15.00

                                      Halloumi Croutons, Cranberry Vinaigrette, Almonds

                                      • Beet Salad + Delicata SquashUSD 17.00

                                        Mascarpone, Orange Blossom, Pistachio

                                        small plates.

                                        • Pita BreadUSD 12.00

                                          Pumpkin Masala Hummus, Seeds

                                          • Bucatini USD 21.00

                                            Garlic Puree, Lemon Gel, Lobster Roe Butter, Pangrattato

                                            • OctopusUSD 24.00

                                              Escarole, Shishito Peppers, Tempura Bites, Cilantro, XO Vinaigrette

                                              • Beef Tartare USD 20.00

                                                Caviar, Cured Egg Yolk, Mushrooms, Tallow Mayo, Chips

                                                • Bacon + EggUSD 22.00

                                                  House Bacon, Fried Oysters, Poached Egg, Salsa Verde

                                                  • Littleneck + Escargot USD 25.00

                                                    Maitake Mushrooms, Lemon, Frites

                                                    • Short Ribs USD 24.00

                                                      Pear, Pickled Cabbage, Smoked Crème Fraîche, Beignet

                                                      large plates.

                                                      • TunaUSD 40.00

                                                        Celery Root Gratin, Spinach Puree, Fig Mostarda, Prosciutto

                                                        • Whole Branzino USD 44.00

                                                          Roasted Kholrabi, Butter Beans, Endive, Apple, Celery, Brodo

                                                          • Scallop + Shrimp USD 42.00

                                                            Cauliflower Risotto, Crispy Capers, Chervil

                                                            • Duck Duo USD 39.00

                                                              Pear, Carrot Puree, Roasted Turnips, Mustard Seed

                                                              • Lamb Rack USD 44.00

                                                                Pearl Barley, Cucumber, Dill Yogurt, Shawarma, Au Jus

                                                                • Signature Brine BurgerUSD 21.00

                                                                  BBQ Aioli, Caramelized Onions, Jalapeno, Taleggio, Brioche Bun, Steak Frites (add house-smoked bacon +$3)

                                                                  steaks.

                                                                  • 8 oz. Filet MignonUSD 45.00

                                                                    Gruyère Grits, Habanero Agrodolce

                                                                    • 12 oz. Prime NY SirloinUSD 52.00

                                                                      Maitake Mushrooms, Sunchoke, Demi-glace, Horseradish

                                                                      • 16 oz. Bone-In Prime RibeyeUSD 56.00

                                                                        Smashed Potatoes, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Tuille, Scallions

                                                                        Last updated: 25 November 2024

                                                                        What 1,515 people are saying

                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                        4.6
                                                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                        • 4.5Food
                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                                                        • 4.1Value

                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                        Loved For

                                                                        • Boston Metro North

                                                                          Innovative

                                                                        Review summary

                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                        Brine in Newburyport is a culinary gem offering "amazing food and atmosphere." Known for its creative and delicious dishes, Brine excels in seafood and steaks with standout options like the "best burger" and power tower. The service is consistently warm and attentive, although it can be "a bit loud" inside.

                                                                        1,515 Reviews

                                                                        1. Jason

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                          vip
                                                                          5.0

                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                          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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                                                                        2. David

                                                                          Orlando

                                                                          19 reviews

                                                                          vip
                                                                          5.0

                                                                          19 reviews

                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                          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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                                                                        3. Charles

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          17 reviews

                                                                          vip
                                                                          5.0

                                                                          17 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 10 November 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 19 November 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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                                                                        4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          New York City

                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                          vip
                                                                          4.0

                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 31 October 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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                                                                        5. Donna

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                          vip
                                                                          5.0

                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 23 October 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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                                                                        6. karin

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 17 October 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Four dear friends enjoyed a great evening out at Brine. We started with 18 oysters (on special before 6:30!) and cocktails then moved onto main courses…the lobster lo mein was faved about as was the lamb plate (perfectly cooked with delicious sauces!) and the tuna was amazing too. Thank you for a lovely satisfying evening out for our group of good friends.

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                                                                        7. Mark

                                                                          Bosnia

                                                                          34 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          34 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 17 October 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Great food and services. Small plates to full entrees. Oysters on Thursday for Happy Hour is a treat.

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                                                                        8. NancyS

                                                                          New York City

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 15 October 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          We had several small dishes - I recall oysters, heirloom tomatoes, cacio e pepe - as well as the lamb entree. All were fabulous, well prepared and presented, and, importantly, not fussy. By this sampling I'd say that the kitchen clearly has the confidence to deliver straightforward quality without relying on unnecessary garnishment , flourishes, or cheffy tricks so often seen in lesser restaurants. We shall return.

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                                                                        9. Mert

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          48 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          48 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 14 October 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Always great food and service! Oysters were delicious!!!!

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                                                                        10. Lynn

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 9 October 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          We had five excellent small plates , octopus, tostadas, zucchini. All very flavorful 10/10. Desert was apple cake with pumpkin ice cream 10/10. Highly recommend

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                                                                        FAQs

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

                                                                        Brine is rated 4.6 stars by 1515 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                        Make a booking

                                                                        2 people
                                                                        8:00 pm
                                                                        Booked 14 times today

                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                        Google Map for Brine

                                                                        17 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

                                                                        Dining areas

                                                                        Additional information

                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                          Essex St.
                                                                        • Area
                                                                          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, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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