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DeWolf Tavern
4.3 ★★★★☆ 577 Google reviews · Waterfront wedding venue in Bristol, Rhode Island · 0.8 mi to the beach
High-end New American in a historic distillery with a harbor-view patio & a rum collection.
Plan your tour
- Setting waterfront venue, 0.8 mi to the beach — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
- Phone (401) 254-2005
- Website dewolftavern.com — most venues book tours right on their site
On the property
“From the beautiful decor in the bridal suite, to the wedding under the tent, followed by a exquisite reception!”
“From the beautiful decor in the bridal suite, to the wedding under the tent, followed by a exquisite reception!”
What couples highlight
“If you're looking for a caterer/venue that offers not only a stunning setting but also exceptional service and attention to detail, we highly recommend DeWolf Tavern.”
“On the day of our wedding, the staff went above and beyond to personalize every detail, making sure that our preferences were met without any compromise.”
“I was very confident that our wedding day would run smoothly and seamlessly with Sherri and DeWolf Tavern and they exceeded my expectations!”
“We recently had our wedding at The Bristol Harbor Inn & DeWolf Tavern, and I can say without hesitation that it was the best decision we made.”
From the reviews
We recently had our wedding at The Bristol Harbor Inn & DeWolf Tavern, and I can say without hesitation that it was the best decision we made. The food, ambiance, and service were absolutely exquisite—every single aspect exceeded our expectations.
My now husband and I recently celebrated our wedding at Bristol Harbor Inn, catered by DeWolf Tavern, and we truly could not have asked for a better catering experience for our wedding. The coordination and communication with Sherri (DeWolf’s Event Manager) and her team was exceptional.
My husband and I celebrated our wedding at Bristol Harbor Inn on 8/10/2024 and working with DeWolf was a wonderful experience. Sherri made the planning process so easy and stress free - She went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect.
I hosted my daughter's wedding meet and greet at the DeWolf Tavern the night before her wedding. Sydney was a great help during the entire planning process. The entire staff during our event were so helpful and professional. I highly recommend this restaurant
Getting married at DeWolf Tavern
Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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