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Cove Surf and Turf in New Bedford
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Cove Surf and Turf

Closed · 11:30 AM-8 PM ★ 4.20 (982) Updated January 2026 New Bedford, MA

About Cove Surf and Turf in New Bedford

Cove Surf and Turf is a casual seafood restaurant in New Bedford, Massachusetts, where classic seafood plates share the menu with burgers and chops. With its cozy, quiet interior and welcoming atmosphere, it is a comfortable choice for a relaxed lunch, dinner, solo meal, quick bite, or time spent enjoying small plates.

Guests can choose from counter service or table service, with seating available indoors and outdoors. The restaurant also features a bar on site, making it easy to pair a meal with beer, cocktails, coffee, or happy-hour drinks.

The menu and service options are designed to suit a range of dining preferences. Cove Surf and Turf offers dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and no-contact delivery, while reservations are accepted for added convenience. Highlights include fast service, a great beer selection, great cocktails, great dessert, live music, and local specialties.

Whether stopping in for comfort food at lunch, enjoying dinner, or finishing a meal with dessert, customers can find a flexible dining experience in a casual setting. Alcohol is available, along with beer, cocktails, and other drink options.

Accessibility is an important part of the experience, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Rated 4.20 out of 5 based on 982 reviews, Cove Surf and Turf provides a well-regarded option for seafood, burgers, chops, and drinks in New Bedford.

Visit the restaurant at 1500 Cove Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States, or call +1 774-202-2819 for more information.

★★★★☆ 4.20 rating (982 reviews)
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Cove Surf and Turf interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Pashon Goncalves

Pashon Goncalves

4 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A family who has been the heart of the restaurant wonderful people with a passion for restaurant for food its authentic fresh tasty I just respect the hustle an heart it takes to make this a top seafood spot in New Bedford . A MUST TRY , can’t wait for the top deck . 5stars +++

George Stelljes

George Stelljes

2 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enjoyed a great meal of swordfish with broccoli and a side salad. The fish was nicely done while the steamed broccoli was just right and the salad was fresh and tasty. My wife enjoyed her fish as well. The atmosphere was quiet and the service was great.

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overwatch acc

year ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ordered food for delivery, 3 miles away took only 25 minutes to cook and deliver. You know the food is good when you’re writing a review and you haven’t even finished the food yet. Clam cakes were phenomenal. Crispiest food i’ve ever received from delivery. Amazing portions. Food is really good. Not soggy at all. Amazing 10/10 experience i will 100% order again. This was my first time trying this restaurant and it did not disappoint.

Ashley

Ashley

3 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I really enjoy their seafood and outdoor seating. The food is always good. In my opinion, best clam cakes in New Bedford. The fries are really good, too. Even better is that they give you complimentary clam cakes instead of bread, chips and salsa, etc. Update: 9/9/23 I still enjoy eating here. I love the clamcakes and chowder. The cocktails are really good, too. I enjoyed my Mai Tai. We sat outside even tho it was hot. We enjoy the patio area. Location is nice as it is by a scenic harbor walk and ice cream place. Added more pictures. The stuffed quahog or "stuffie" is a must-have. It has linguica and an extra kick to it without being too spicy.

Shalyn Gomes

Shalyn Gomes

6 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

WOW!!! Where do I start??? Clam cakes FREE as you arrived!! The beat I have ever had!!! Bought an extra dozen home to share!!! The food was fresh, cooked perfectly and delicious! The staff was so friendly and even came out of the kitchen ro see how the food was! BRAVO, this will be a frequent stop every trip home! Thank you ❤️

Kelli Towers

Kelli Towers

4 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We enjoyed a fried clam/scallop dinner along with the ‘SkyScraper’ burger. Service was excellent as well as the food. We are looking forward to returning once the outdoor patio is finished. We did make a reservation and they had our table waiting for us upon our arrival but reservations really aren’t necessary.

Bud Endress

Bud Endress

year ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A nice local place with the expected New Bedford seafood plus plenty of other interesting menu items. I really like local places and this fits the bill. Friendly staff and a good menu. Seating is basic and a bit limited, but they do take reservations. Against our better judgement ;) we just had to try the Titanic Seaford Platter. It was more than enough for two. I had a good variety of seafood and was well prepared. Next time we will try one of the specials. I grade on a curve. If you like this type of place, it's a good one.

Valerie Olesky-Tessicini

Valerie Olesky-Tessicini

month ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We were visiting the Tall Ship Sagres yesterday and stopped in Cove Surf and Turf. Our meals Included Buzzards Bay IPA, fresh lemonaide, a stuffed quahog, kale soup and Mozambique seafood combo. We were given 2 complementary clam cakes too. We were very happy with the meal and service from Amber. The restaurant is undergoing some remodelling but inspite of that, everything was very clean. This restaurant is worth a stop for great food and service!

Jenessa Negalha

Jenessa Negalha

3 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2nd time here in 2 weeks. Chowder is amazing, stuffy was good. Deff enjoyed our complimentary crab cakes. Got lobster roll with butter is was so yummy and filling. Then I tried the haddock mozimbque, wasn’t expecting it to be friend but flavor was 10/10

snoboardz1972

snoboardz1972

4 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This restaurant was a great find. We didn’t get to enjoy the outdoor dining because they were undergoing construction upgrades while we were there. Other than that, everything was great. Our server Kim was really kind and accommodating to us. The chef brought us out a free sample of clam cakes. They were buttery perfection. I had a bowl of clam chowder. It was loaded with clams. I also ordered and shared the Twin Roll lobster roll entree. The portions were huge. It was loaded with lobster and it comes with fries. Thanks for a great meal.

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

1500 Cove Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States

Reservations

+1 774-202-2819

Hours

Closed · Saturday 11:30 AM-8 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM-8 PM
Monday 11:30 AM-8 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-8 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-8 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-8 PM
Friday 11 AM-9 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM-8 PM
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