New Bedford Area Restaurants Vie for Best Fireside Dining Title

Readers vote for their favorite cozy spot to enjoy a meal by the fire

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Standard-Times is asking readers to vote for the best restaurant with a fireplace for fireside dining in the New Bedford, Massachusetts area. Restaurants ranging from cozy taverns to elegant establishments are competing for the top spot, with Bittersweet Farm Restaurant and Tavern in Westport having won the title in 2025.

Why it matters

Fireside dining is a popular winter activity that allows diners to enjoy a meal while staying warm and cozy. This poll gives the community a chance to support their favorite local restaurants and discover new options for a perfect fireside experience.

The details

Readers can vote for their favorite New Bedford-area restaurant with a fireplace until the poll closes on Thursday, February 12 at 11:59 p.m. EST. The winner will be announced as the top destination for fireside dining in the region.

  • The poll opened on February 9, 2026.
  • The poll will close on February 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

The players

The Standard-Times

A local newspaper serving the New Bedford, Massachusetts area.

Bittersweet Farm Restaurant and Tavern

A restaurant in Westport, Massachusetts that won the title of favorite fireside dining spot in 2025.

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What’s next

The winner of the poll will be announced after it closes on February 12, 2026.

The takeaway

This poll gives the New Bedford community a chance to support their favorite local restaurants and discover new cozy spots for fireside dining during the winter months.