Newport

Newport is a beautiful seaside city in Rhode Island that is famous for its genteel mansions and a rich history of yachting, golf, and tennis. With a population of only 25,000 (2020), this scenic resort town punches well above its weight and was known as the "Summer White House" throughout the 1950s and 60s.

See: 26
Do: 32
Eat: 22
Drink: 8
Buy: 5

22 places match

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Annie's

An inexpensive breakfast option. The menu features classic diner food and their Early Bird Special is a substantial meal.

7AM-3PM daily$10-15

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Scales & Shells

A strictly seafood restaurant that carries a wide variety of fish such as grilled fish (salmon, mahi mahi and bluefish) as well as a wide selection of wines. The entrees feature muscles marinara, linguine with clams, and lobster fra diavolo. Menu of fresh selections scrawled on a chalkboard.

Sun Mon Wed Thu 5-9PM, Fri Sat 5-10PM, closed Tue$26-33

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The Black Pearl

The Black Pearl is one of the more popular restaurants in Newport, and it features a selection of grilled shrimp, baked cod, sea scallops, and New England lobster. You also have your choice of sitting in the tavern, or out on the patio depending on the season. From the patio you have a nice view of the water as well as the various boats and yachts tied to the surrounding docks.

10AM-9PM daily$30-60

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The Hungry Monkey

Offering a variety of eggs and omelets; the chourico omelet is a popular choice, as are the stuffed waffles. For those with a larger appetite, you can order the Gorilla Special: a combination of 3 pancakes, 2 eggs, your choice bacon, sausage or ham, and steak with home fries.

7AM-2PM daily$15-20

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White Horse Tavern

Established in 1673, this was the meetinghouse for Rhode Island's General Assembly during colonial times. Today they provide top-notch food and service. Reservations and jacket required.

Mon-Thu 5-9PM, Fri-Sun 4-10PM$40-60

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22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille

Serving prime beef, New England's finest seafood, 35 wines by the glass and over 500 labels on their wine list, visit them and enjoy "a little bit of tenderness".

11:30AM-3:30PM; 5-9PM daily$40-80

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Aquidneck Growers Wednesday Farmers Market

Vendors from all over Rhode Island sell fresh produce, coffee, fish, and the odd craft retailer. While the market mostly offers ingredients for locals; you can find some great baked goods, sandwiches, juices, and the like. Rain or shine. Additional pop-up markets in the high season.

Wed 2-6PM May 17-Oct 25$5-15

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Belle's Cafe

Newport Shipyard

Open for breakfast and lunch, Belle's Cafe is a casual eatery within the Newport Shipyard. They also offer an extensive prepared menu available for takeout or delivery to your boat, a great option if you are looking for a quick bite to eat while cruising around Newport Bay.

7:30AM-2:30PM, closed Tue$10-15

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Brick Alley Pub

Extensive, massive menu including steaks, seafood, drinks, pasta dishes, children's menu and they serve a great lobster roll and clam chowder. Custom made salad bar with decorative walls and accessories every place you look. Very, very busy place with a friendly staff.

11:30AM-9PM daily$20-30

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Buskers

Buskers is a middle-of-the-road traditional Irish pub restaurant. Here, the bartenders have the authentic Irish accent and a fully stocked bar. The atmosphere is appropriate for both families with children or just a group of friends looking for a few good laughs of Guinness drafts. Buskers is complete with a menu full of variety with appetizers, sandwiches, Irish fare and entrees.

Noon-1AM daily$18-25

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Clarke Cooke House

The Candy Store

With an 18th century flair, Clarke Cooke House offers elevated cuisine in a nautical setting. Many artifacts from the America's Cup and other sailing memorabilia crowd the walls. From May to October the restaurant offers an open air atmosphere, menu and even a sushi bar. The attached Candy Store is a colorful and lively pub, featuring live music Saturday nights at 10PM. The harbor-side views are complimentary.

Sun-Thu 5-10PM, Fri Sat 11:30AM-3PM; 5-10:30PM$30-60

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Corner Café

They have outdoor seating along Broadway. The Fitsy’s Irish fry up is a specialty that is well worth the price. The fry up has eggs, black and white pudding, grilled tomatoes, bangers and hash browns making it a large classic Irish breakfast.

Sun-Wed 7:30AM-2:30PM, Thu-Sat 7:30AM-9:30PM$15-20

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Diego's Mexican Restaurant

Diego’s combines classic Mexican style cuisine with a modern twist, successfully combining the fresh fish Newport is known for with classic Mexican preparation. They focus on fresh ingredients, homemade sauces and bold flavors. They also have a long list of Mexican-inspired cocktails, and provide seating at an outside patio and inside.

11:30AM-9:30PM daily$20-30

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Fifth Element

Come in for their drink and meal specials in a casual dining atmosphere.

5-10PM daily$20-40

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Flos Clam Shack

Fried seafood, raw bar, cold beer. Excellent fried clams close to the beach. Established in the 1930s.

Thu-Sun 11AM-9PM$15-25

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Midtown Oyster Bar

Offers two outdoor patio seatings with views of the bay, three different bars, and private rooms. Their focus is on fresh and local seafood and they have an impressive raw bar menu, offering approximately 10 different raw bar options.

11:30AM-9:30PM daily$30-45

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Perro Salado

Mexican restaurant located in an old Victorian home. Serves dinner only and brunch on Sundays. Two floors of seating with a lively but small bar downstairs. The well lit rooms, some of which have fireplaces, offer a charming atmosphere perfect for a date night or a friendly gathering. They are very accommodating for parties with small children, too, especially if you arrive before 6. Fish tacos and Yucatán pork are favorites. Reservations recommended.

Mon-Fri 5-9PM, Sat 4-9PM, Sun 11AM-3PM, 5-9PM$18-25

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Red Parrot

The atmosphere in this restaurant is casual and light-hearted. The menu includes lobster, oysters, corn dogs and fries and is family-friendly. No reservations.

11:30AM-9:30PM daily$18-28

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