The Shallows Kitchen & Bar

Super cute inside... very creative menu...excellent outside spot when the sun shines

We often eat in Westerly and I’m amazed it took me a year to discover this hidden gem. We’ve been a couple of times. So far, we’ve tried the citrus and beet salad. It was crisp with mixed baby greens and the citrus was perfectly ripe. The beets were tender and delicious. A little goat cheese and very light dressing were perfect. Next we had the Stonington scallops over polenta. My husband ordered it and he isn’t usually a fan of corn meal dishes. But his eyes rolled back in his head after the first bite.
Last night we went back and ordered the caramel, pulled pork sandwiches and chimichurri shoe string fries. O!M!G! The pork was perfect and whatever they do to it puts it over the top. Like, who would ever think to put caramel in your pork? Genius! The flavors blend magically and the bun has its own layer of flavor grilled in. The fries are hand cut and perfectly crispy and potatoey. The chimichurri is light and doesn’t weigh the fries down. There is also an aioli sauce that pairs well.
But the very best thing about the Shallows is that they make everything, with the exception of their cheeses and breads, in house! Fresh, so fresh! They are on the river and the view is rare in this area. The atmosphere is great. It doesn’t feel like a bar and the music doesn’t dominate. The decor is warm yet modern and the staff are attentive and friendly. Another great addition to the Westerly food scene!

I liked this place. It's a little difficult to find - keep your eyes open. It is in a converted carriage house with river seating. The owners are great and put a lot of love into the space. We ordered the olive appetizer. Unique and tasty.

Great service! Great food! Limited menu but always fresh and changing. A good range of prices and options. Definitely give it a try.

Super cute place with great ambience. We had the cantaloupe margarita and a beer at the bar overlooking the river. So peaceful and beautiful. Very quiet on a Sunday evening. The cocktail was delicious and balanced, not too sweet. Would definitely come back here.