Rizzuto's Oyster Bar & Restaurant – Seafood
This lively coastal retreat captures the salt-sprayed spirit of the shore, where towering platters of chilled oysters and jumbo lump crab arrive at the table like a fresh-caught bounty. The atmosphere crackles with energy as guests dive into zesty shrimp ceviche and fragrant, garlic-kissed clams casino, creating a spirited dining experience that celebrates the very best of the ocean’s harvest.
540 Riverside Avenue, 06880 https://rizzutos.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its extensive menu variety, guests appreciate the wide range of options that cater to diverse tastes during a casual meal. Reviewers highlight the relaxed atmosphere and reliable service, noting that the straightforward dining experience is ideal for those seeking a low-key outing. Standout features include the broad selection of dishes that diners find convenient for an easy, everyday lunch or dinner.
Menu
Raw Bar
- Little Neck Clams (Half Dozen) - $16: Rhode Island Little Necks Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Today's Oyster Selection: Fresh daily selection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Colossal Shrimp Cocktail - $6: Single shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail - $22: Joe's mustard sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- Shrimp Ceviche - $18: Avocado, tomato, cilantro, chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- The Center Console Seafood Tray - $72: 1/2 dz Little Necks, 1 dz East Coast Oysters, 4 pc Shrimp Cocktail, white mignonette, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC
- The Sportfisherman Seafood Tray - $130: 1 dz Little Necks, 18 East Coast Oysters, 6 pc Shrimp Cocktail, Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail, white mignonette, cocktail and Joe's mustard sauces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, Lectin-Free
Starters
- Clams Casino - $19: Rhode Island Little Necks, uncured applewood smoked bacon, bell peppers, onion, garlic, panko Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pemequid Mussels - $18: Plum tomato, white wine, butter, garlic, shallots, garlic crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Steamed Manilla Clams - $24: One pound, butter, white wine, garlic, shallots, fresh herbs, garlic crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Oysters Rockefeller - $24: Spinach, shallots, Pernod, butter, panko Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bill's Crab Cake Starter - $26: Maryland style with jumbo lump blue crabmeat, remoulade sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bruschetta - $14: Semolina bread, melted gorgonzola, heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- New England Clam Chowder - $16: Traditional oyster crackers Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lobster Bisque - $20: Creme fraiche, croutons Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Meatballs Al Forno - $16: Pecorino romano and melted fresh mozzarella, marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Point Judith Calamari Fritti - $19: Hot peppers, marinara, garlic aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Wood-Fired Chicken Wings - $17: Hot or fig-barbeque, celery, gorgonzola dip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Stuffed Garlic Baguette - $12: Mozzarella, boursin, pecorino, roasted garlic, marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Burrata Fritta - $18: Panko crust, spicy vodka sauce, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Greens & Bowls
- The Iceberg Wedge - $19: Baby iceberg, red onion, chopped celery, chopped radish, North country smoked bacon lardons, Stilson blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Honey and Harissa Vegetable Bowl - $29: Warm farro, roasted beets, carrots, brussels sprouts, butternut squash, cauliflower, wilted organic baby kale, feta, honey and harissa dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Organic Baby Arugula Salad - $13: Goat cheese, toasted pecans, grape tomatoes, fresh pear, white wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad - $13: Romaine, cherry tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Gorgonzola Chop - $14: Romaine, tomatoes, salami, red onion, olives, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Volumetrics
- Cobb Salad - $24: Mesclun, romaine, tomato, egg, gorgonzola, bacon, avocado, ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
Pasta
- Fresh Pappardelle Bolognese - $29: House-made pasta, beef and veal tomato ragu, ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Linguine & Clams - $36: Manila clams, white wine, garlic, lemon, fresh herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Fettuccine & Beef Short Rib - $36: Overnight-braised Angus beef, wild mushroom ragu, sofrito, Grana Padano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spaghetti with Meatballs - $26: Tender angus beef meatballs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Penne Alla Vodka - $22: Fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Capellini Pomodoro - $21: Chunky plum tomatoes, basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Cavatelli Pesto - $24: Basil pesto cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Main Plates
- Fish and Chips - $29: Ale batter-dipped haddock, shoestring fries, house-made slaw, classic tartar sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bill's Crab Cakes Entree - $48: Twin Maryland style with jumbo lump blue crab meat, remoulade, house-made slaw, shoestring fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Calabrian Seafood - $42: Clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, plum tomato, Calabrian peppers, fresh herbs, linguine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pan-Roasted Organic Chicken - $36: Half semi-boneless chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, broccoli, rosemary, roasted red pepper jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Chicken Parmigiana - $29: Herb panko, mozzarella, spaghetti, marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $27: Herb panko, mozzarella, spaghetti, marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chicken Francese - $29: Boneless breast washed in egg, sauteed with lemon, butter white wine sauce, orzo with spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- New York Steak - $57: 14-oz. Certified Angus beef, wood-grilled, maitre d' butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Beef Filet Mignon - $59: 9-oz Certified Angus beef, wood-grilled, Bordelaise sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Niman Ranch Pork Chop - $40: 14 ounce French cut, pan-roasted, apple and brandy pan reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
Lobster Rolls, Burgers & Buns
- Our Famous Lobster Roll - $36: Warm Connecticut style with butter or chilled Maine style lobster salad on butter-toasted brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- The King Lobster Roll - $69: Half pound of lobster meat on a butter-toasted large brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bill's Crab Cake Sandwich - $32: Bibb lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Steakhouse Burger - $20: Boston lettuce, beefsteak tomato, sliced onion, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Wood-Fired Pizza
- Pizza Americana - $18: Tomato sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Margherita Pizza - $23: Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato, basil, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Quattro Carne - $28: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage, bacon, pepperoni and meatballs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Burrata Pizza - $27: Wild mushrooms, sauteed spinach, roasted garlic, applewood bacon, mozzarella, thyme Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fig-Barbecue Chicken Pizza - $25: Fig-infused barbecue sauce, caramelized onions, hot cherry peppers, mozzarella, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Prosciutto Arugula Pizza - $26: Fresh mozzarella, shaved parmigiano, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Vegetariana Pizza - $25: Tomato sauce, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, sauteed onions, broccoli, garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Asante Pizza - $26: Tomato sauce, meatball, ricotta, mozzarella, pecorino, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Desserts
- Bombolini - $10: Cinnamon sugar, chocolate dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $8: Marsala creme, Kahlua-soaked ladyfingers, cocoa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Truffle Cake - $8: Dark chocolate sponge, chocolate cream filling, ganache, freshly whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- New York Cheesecake - $11: Lizard cherry and fresh berry compote, freshly whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $8: Ganache, vanilla gelato, freshly whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cannoli - $8: Citrus zest creme, chocolate-dipped shell Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee - $8: Seasonal berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Gelato - $7: Vanilla, chocolate, or salted caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Sorbet - $7: Wild berry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Sparkling Empress - $16: Empress indigo gin, St. Germain, white cranberry, prosecco, fresh lime juice
- Continental Pear Martini - $16: Grey Goose Poire Vodka, lemon juice, St. Germain, splash prosecco
- Samurai Old Fashioned - $16: Kojiki Japanese whiskey, black walnut bitters, orange, Luxardo cherries
- Spicy Paloma - $14: House-infused jalapeno tequila, agave, lime juice, ruby red grapefruit juice, Tajin rim
- Hibiscus Storm Mocktail - $9: Cranberry juice, cold-brewed hibiscus tea, ginger beer, fresh lime juice
- Mango Italian Soda - $9: Sparkling water, mango puree, lime juice