New Bedford Bento’s Grill and Bar Chicken Tender Flights

When it comes to food flights, one New Bedford restaurant is raising the bar in the most delicious way.

Bento’s Bar & Grill, owned by Joe and Krystal Cruz, has been making waves in the Downtown district since opening in October 2024. Their creative menu additions—first a soul-warming soup flight perfect for fall, and now a buzzworthy Boujee Chicken Tender Flight—have been catching eyes (and appetites) all over social media.

This flight isn’t just for kids—it’s an elevated take on a comfort food classic.

Guests get 12 tenders or wings and can choose up to three different flavors. Whether you're in the mood for garlic parmesan, sweet chili, or Mozambique, or you prefer classic buffalo, BBQ, or original, there's a flavor combo for everyone. At just $15, it’s a perfect shareable option for a casual first date or a fun night out with friends.

Behind the scenes, the magic of Bento’s comes from its passionate executive chef.

With no formal training but years of experience cooking for his large family, he’s mastered the art of bold flavors and creative twists. His menu combines New Bedford staples like Portuguese steak with his own Puerto Rican and Dominican influences, resulting in standout dishes like crispy panko-crusted chicken sandwiches with Mozambique aioli and tostone sliders with blackened shrimp.

With its inventive approach to comfort food and a chef-driven menu, Bento’s Bar & Grill is quickly cementing itself as a must-visit spot in New Bedford’s dining scene.