Eatery & bar serving American grub (from pizza to fried clams) in a sports-centric setup with TVs. Based on 847 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
181 Merrimac St, Newburyport, MA 01950
Phone: (978) 465-9817
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 12–9 PM |
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Reviews
Will Morris
As a local guide based out of Newburyport, people often ask me what the best restaurant in town is. This is not a question: The Park Lunch takes the cake by a county mile. Food, price-per-bite, atmosphere, service – this place has it all in spades. Whenever I have someone visiting from out of town, this is where we go.
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Glenn Reynolds
Really great fried clams. Busy local spot with excellent fresh seafood and classic diner options. Staff is efficient. Clams are full bodies with a crisp light batter and come out HOT. I’ve had their specials in past and been very pleased.
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Sam Stedman
Best meal had so far in New England, the clams and scallops were perfect
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Jeff M
The fried clams were wondeful, probably the best I’ve ever tasted.
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demian vivilecchia
Great atmosphere at this place, local bar, and clearly a lot of friends here. The service staff is fantastic and fast paced. The food is good, perfect spot for a quick meal after a long day at the beach, or to just catch a beer with some friends.
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Bobby Conlon
Absolute five star rating! We went here on a suggestion from our friends and we were NOT disappointed. The fried seafood was the best and the tartar sauce was fantastic. The boys loved the decor as we were reading all of the college pennants while we waited for our food. The wait staff was fantastic and the wait time was even better. We will definitely be back.
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Alison Laraba
Ordered fish and chips to go. The server didn’t pack utensils, napkins, or condiments. Thankfully, I had a plastic spoon in the car for the Cole slaw as well as napkins. The meal lent itself to eating by hand but a fork would have been nice. Food was delicious
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anne marie delacono
First time here, but won’t be the last! Sorry, had eaten some of the clams and scallops before pictures. Large portions, great taste, very fresh. Busy, but we got a seat right away. Definitely a new favorite!
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rita ayers
My party of 3 waited around 5 minutes to get a table at 5:00 on a Saturday night which blew my mind. The chicken fingers and Sour Cream and Chive fries were amazing. Our waitress Abbey was friendly and attentive. Always one of my favorite places to go
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Scott Fenn
I’ve eaten fried Ipswich clams all over New England and this restaurant absolutely has the best ones! Not only are they delicious but they had zero sand or grit in them. Service was excellent and very responsive. The Park Lunch is a Newburyport landmark! Best clams ever!
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