The Rudder has received exceptional reviews. Here are some samples:

• The elegant, right-on-the-waterfront Rudder Restaurant in Gloucester gets rave reviews from locals and tourists.
  Wall Street Journal
• We enjoyed a truly authentic "seafood dinner" at Rudder ... The atmosphere is great, and the food was wonderful.
  100% Recommend on Trip Advisor
• The best restaurant in Gloucester!
  4.5 Stars on Yelp
• Everything about the restaurant was amazing. The service, the martinis and the food.
  4.5 Stars on Citysearch
• Great atmosphere, excellent food and menu selection, gorgeous view, attentive staff, what's not to love.
  4 Stars on Yahoo Local
• Beyond the scenic view & good food/wine, we are escorted to our table by one of the most beautiful women on Cape Ann.
  5 Stars on Cape Ann Web
• Great food & drinks (including a distinctive wine list) in a friendly, cozy atmosphere right on beautiful Smith Cove.
  Rocky Neck Art Colony
• Top Recommended Restaurant
  Gloucester Stage Company
• Wonderful food, good service, picturesque, romantic, fun.
  The Hovey House
• Our favorite restaurant [in Gloucester] is The Rudder.
  Frommer's Travel Guide