I don't normally review chain restaurants, but: (1) 99 is small and local, and (2) it's soooo good. I stopped in for a bite after a long travel day and had a seat at the bar. I had a 23 oz Miller Lite that was so cold and crisp it burned the back of my throat going down. Refreshing! For dinner I had the chicken strips. It came with 2 sides, so I got broccoli and corn. A balanced meal at the bar, wow! The chicken strips were the reason I came. For those who have never tried them, the strips are trimmed, carved, and breaded by hand in-house. And, they are delicious! Lightly floured and crispy! The bartender was friendly and attentive. And fast! In and out the door in 20-25 minutes. And, for a real meal, the prices are great. Strips, 2 sides, and a 23 oz beer for $23 after taxes. Don't be scared off by the ever-fast-casual appearance -- this place is special! Stop in. Try the strips. I mean it! This place is a hidden gem for time/money/quality conscious folks. read more

99 Restaurants - Chicken strips, corn, broccoli, ranch dressing - American Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We were the very first customers seated when they opened on 5/6 to the 99 in Newport, RI. Our waiter was excellent -- attentive, friendly, and genuinely trying to make our experience a good one. He deserves every bit of praise and a solid tip for his service. Unfortunately, the kitchen completely dropped the ball. We each ordered the chicken tenders and french fries. The food arrived surprisingly fast (which should have been a red flag), but it was stone cold. The chicken tenders were tiny -- literally eight miniature pieces on each plate, -- and the fries were mediocre at best. For $50 before tip on what amounted to a very small appetizer-sized portion, this was outrageously overpriced and disappointing. We left hungry and shocked at the value (or complete lack thereof). The 99 used to be a reliable spot for solid, hearty portions at reasonable prices. This visit felt like they've gone way downhill on both quality and quantity while keeping the same high prices. If you go, hope you get our waiter -- he was the only bright spot. But I'd think twice about ordering anything from the kitchen until they fix these issues. Very disappointed. read more

This was the first restaurant I stopped at when I got to Newport. The food was a little underwhelming. I ordered a T-bone steak medium rare, which came out more medium. It was barely seasoned, to the point where I had to ask for steak sauce. I don't think it was worth its price. They had really good service and staff were very nice. read more

I've only been to this location one other time and the food and service was just as perfect the other night when I went there for a family dinner. Josh was an awesome server, friendly and personable. Put up with us for 2 hours lol the food was fantastic, fast service, restaurant and restrooms spotless. Very reasonable prices as well. Will definitely be back! read more

This place is OK, nothing amazing but nothing to complain about. The Shepard's pie was good, I like the potatoes on top to be a little more crispy by leaving in the oven slightly longer. The espresso martinis were nice and creamy. Our server was great, the menu can be quite extensive and she was helpful. Inside gives a regular fast casual feel. read more

99 Restaurants - Shepard's pie - American Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

My Husband went there watch football then bring food home. Everything he asked for they didn't have . Then he ordered me my favorite surf turf omg I did not get it . Lady bartender messes are whole order up. He should her my screen shot of it I wanted 3 stuffy . Whole steak 3 baked stuffed shrimp. I got 3 little steak tips tiny tiny fried shrimp. Paid for other one Husband ordered himself whole rack of Ribs paid for whole only got half rack. Why bartender say didn't have fish chips didn't have shrimp with chips no turkey dinner. Then he said hoe about pot pie didn't have it. Then get both orders wrong .so disappointed we both was. Denise Hunold dhunold018@gmail.com Robert Hunold who was there all day with friends. read more

My parents love to come here for happy hour. Happy hour is very limited drinkwise, but great deal for yummy apps (bar only). Friendly service, usually busy around happy hour and holidays. Casual and affordable. read more

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We haven't been to a 99 in a long time and decided to give this Newport restaurant a shot. They are open for food until 9:30. We arrived at 8:45. Server was great, food good and drinks good. Then, turn 9:40 and the lights go bright, like get out. We were just finishing our drinks. It's rude to do this while people are still dining. I can see if we were there for a really long time but that was not the case. So think twice before chasing guests away. Won't be back. ​ read more

This is my goodbye note to pub 99. I've always enjoyed their food, never had a problem there until now. I ordered the smothered tips. 32+$?!?!????! There was more veggies than steak, and the tips were low quality, fatty & chewy. I understand you have to make money, but don't mess with the quality of the food. For 32$ I could make that meal for 4 people from the grocery store. These are downtown Newport prices. Crazy..... read more

Though 99 is a chain restaurant, it is not available in our state. We wanted a light lunch in Newport so we stopped in and we're pleasantly surprised. Marissa was a wonderful server with such a nice personality and attention to our needs. I had the grilled chicken sandwich and my husband had Caesar salad with grilled chicken. Both were excellent choices and just right for lunch. The local manager, Richard, came to our table and gave us great suggestions of sights to see in Newport!! read more

Food was decent, got the cheeseburger and it was good for a chain restaurant. Service was great and the popcorn was a nice thing to snack on before the meal! read more

The food here was really good.. I love the fact that they have lettuce wedges here they are so rare to come by lol. The prices were decent and the menu had good options. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because I ordered honey butter biscuits and there was mold in the biscuit, could have easily been overlooked but other than that everything was great. read more

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First off, I always sit at the bar. Friendly staff and great service. Special requests are not a bother there. Food, hot and flavorful. Ambiance is what you'd expect at a 99s. Become a regular, you'll be glad you did. read more

My first 99 Restaurants experience is a bit different for sure. It was my 30th birthday and we got into a Mexican restaurant for lunch a bit late so we weren't hungry for my actual birthday dinner (we were visiting Newport for my big 3-0). Well, by 9pm, I got a bit hungry but most places were closed. So I made a joke saying "let's get (what happens after you eat a ton a edibles) and drink at 99 Restaurants." My fiancé thought I was joking but I was not and that's what happened. Our waitress was super nice and chill, she knew something was up because we ordered a giant appetizer, two giant cookies with ice cream for dessert, and had two drinks each. I'd like to say the food was memorable but I don't remember much. I just remember having a good time. So for that, thank you 99 Restaurants for a good 30th birthday dinner hahaha read more

First time in this chain of restaurants. It definitely has the same vibe as an Applebees or Red Robin. I was so impressed on the quality of food, prices and service I received. My server Katrina was very efficient and attentive. I had a southwest chicken bowl and I made it a combo. Soup, entree and dessert were super tasty. Highly recommend this place. read more

Marissa is the best!!! She is always welcoming and friendly even when extremely busy!!! 99 in Newport Rhode Island! Food is always good!!!

Here right now.. Just walked in. Dress for the temperature. Drops at least 20 degrees. Fire tenders read more

We waited about 10-15 minutes for the server to come over and take our drink order. It took a long time for the food to come out. We watched our food sit in the window for several minutes only waiting for a salad to complete the order. By the time it made it to our table it was very cold. They remade a dish for us and we watched the chef in the kitchen eat off the plate with his gloved hands while we waited for the new food. The new food then sat in the window again for five minutes before the server brought it over. Service, food, and sanitation were well below par. I will definitely not return. The restaurant wasn't even busy so I don't know why it took so long for food to come out. read more

I went here because it said it had baked haddock. Being in New England, I figured, it must be good. I asked the waiter if the haddock was fresh and he said, I don't know, I don't like fish... so I took the dive and order the baked Haddock, broccoli and side salad. The side salad was okay, the Broccoli tasted like it was frozen, but most importantly, even before I could bite into the fish, I could smell the fishy smell. I ate it, and it was serviceable as a meal, but it was not good... the cracker crumbs helped mask the fish fish flavor a bit. I saw decent ratings for this place, I'm not sure why. I consider it a middle of the road restaurant. Spend a little more and get a decent meal. There are too many places to get fish here in Newport. The ambiance was very average. The waiter was friendly, and I guess honest... I should have taken his reluctance as a sign. Free popcorn to snack on was a plus. read more

Just sat at the bar and waited over 15 minutes before leaving. The bar tender looked right at me and even some other patrons noticed. They tried to blame it on where I was sitting. But being ignored is not cool. This was Thursday June 22 at 740pm. So if you an appetizer of someone ignoring you, and prefers to talk with other patrons, go to the 99 in Middletown!! read more

First time here,and everything was great. Waitress was pleasant, food came really quickly and tasted great!. The seats are too far back for me, (the only reason I rated a 4. I had the watermelon martini recommended by the waitress and it was wonderful. I also enjoyed the BLT lobster roll. read more

99 Restaurants - Watermelon martini - American Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Stopped here on the way to a wedding on the navy base. We made it in for happy hour and we got the buffalo wings and nachos 5$ each . Huge portions and really good. The bartender was really nice and attentive. read more

99 Restaurants - American Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Food is good and service is better. Always greeted with a smile and a few friendly words. Great place to go for some comfort food and a good, cheap drink. Love the fish tacos, Buffalo wings, and margaritas. read more

It's comparable to an Applebees. It is a typical chain restaurant. The staff were very friendly and provided excellent service. However, the lobster roll was tasteless. I don't think I'll be going back. read more

I've ordered the lobster roll with fries and coleslaw twice to-go as take out. Both times, everything was great. The lobster roll is fresh and a good side. I appreciate that they package the lobster and the bread separately so the bread doesn't get soggy. The food was also prompt on both occasions. read more

Visited for lunch. Had fish and chips. Immediately after I was sick. What a mistake. The server was friendly enough and the place seemed clean but something was definitely wrong with my meal. read more

This particular location has a great feel to it, it's small enough to feel like home yet big enough so you don't feel crowded. I usually get the tips and tenders but I figured I would try something different so I opted for the Grilled Pork ribeye with Banana peppers and rice. The pork was juicy and full of flavor and the banana peppers added a nice spice to it. The rice was very good as well. My girlfriend had the buffalo chicken salad and loved it as well. The employees here are very friendly and very helpful. Highly recommended as a family friendly place. Also on Thursdays they have 50 cent wing nights at the bar as well as trivia. read more

99 Restaurants - Grilled Ribeye Pork with Banana peppers, Rice, and Bacon Marmalade - American Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Meh. Our service was sllllllllow, but nice. Pre-dinner popcorn: a fun snack & the kids loved it. Kids meals: great portions! Quesadilla comes with pico & lettuce on the side & a side & a drink (juice or milk is an option, yay) Fish tacos: were quite good, but not quite enough fish on each one. Sauce was mayo mostly with something mixed in. Needed more toppings. Came with dried shredded cabbage. Chicken fajitas: the worst my dad has ever had. He orders them just about everywhere. Overly seasoned. Dried out meat. read more

99 Restaurants - American Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

I have never been disappointed with any meal at this 99. From the prime rib (tender, juicy, flavorful) to the country fried chicken (juicy, crispy, big portions); it all tastes great. This has become a frequent lunch stop. Lots of options to choose from, and the free popcorn appetizer will keep your hunger at bay until your food arrives. Don't forget, the kids eat free after a Red Sox win, always a smart choice for lunch or dinner. read more

I ordered the vegetarian burger with broccoli. The waitress was very attentive and friendly. The atmosphere is casual and gives as much privacy as one would expect for a restaurant....tables are not too close together. The burger was good but would have been better if it were hot. The broccoli was sparse and have no seasoning but was hot and not overcooked. There is free private parking and the wait time to be seated was virtually immediate. read more

This place has gone so far downhill. Just ate there and truly feel sick to my stomach. Other than a nice bartender, everything was awful. Poor menu, super high fat and calorie foods, terrible music, dirty bathroom. The health department should close this place down. read more

I was in the mood for steak tips from this restaurant so we dashed out the door and down the street we went. As we entered I was so happy they were able to sit us to dine in. Tabathawas our bartender/waiter. Once she gave us the menu I glance thru the menu and wah-laa .... there it was. Broiled steak tips with mash and stream broccoli! Yuuummmmmmy tummy happy.... Great Job 99 Good Night read more

Absolutely horrible food poisoning in the beginning of December from a seafood entree. The manager took an incident report. He offered me a gift card and I've called several times to be told the same thing over and over. Management needs to get it together. Still no gift card. At this point I just want my $ back for that order! We ordered from there at least twice a week. NOT HAPPY AT ALL. read more

Do not eat here. My partner had the fish and chips which were awful - greasy oily and thin portion of fish and very oily soggy and cold fries. I had chicken fajita bowl, equally as awful, cold and tasteless. We barely saw our waitress who was so busy talking and joking with her fellow waitresses that she basically abandoned serving us. We waited and waited and waited for our food and finally someone from the back kitchen brought out our food. Also, when we entered, the staff seemed disinterested and we had to wait to be greeted and seated although the place was only half full. We also noticed that the menu has been substantially reduced from a couple of years ago. Used to have a nice variety of recipes that were tasty with delicious sides. No longer. Also, the restaurant was dirty, with sticky seats and dirty floors. Very disappointed and sorry we stopped here. read more

You know, for a chain restaurant it's actually pretty good! Buffalo wings are good and at s great price point. Trivia on Thursdays is always a good time, friendly wait staff and bartenders. They also have really good ranch if you're that kind of person! I good go to for a quick bite and a beer! read more

2 stars because the food was okish. Today I came in for lunch and the place had about 5 tables occupied. I was almost half way done with my meal and the waitress brought over the bill. I was shocked. We had our food for about 10 minutes and I felt like we were getting kicked out. I was still eating and the waitressed asked if we wanted dessert and if she could take the payment. I never wrote a bad review and I felt like I had to this time. read more

It is what it is, a chair restaurant with standard fare. Food was good, service was good, if you're looking for relatively cheap eats this is a good option. read more

I'm not familiar with this chain so I didn't have any particular expectations. I had the fish tacos , they were nothing to write home about but filling. My server was very slow and inattentive. I'm rather indifferent to if a sever is "friendly" or not, but this guy had the personality of wallpaper. Bathroom could have been cleaner. 3/5 stars since it was a typically chain restaurant experience. read more

I would compare this restaurant to the likes of Applebee's or Chili's. The prices are as reasonable but the quality of food is much better. They have spectacular entree specials for $9.99. I've had the New Orleans shrimp, the balsamic grilled chicken, the New England fried shrimp, and the chicken and sausage al forno. I have not been disappointed with a single meal, both in portion size and taste. The 99 reasons to love Ninety Nine signs that hang around the restaurant are kind of cheesy, but I don't care. It is a casual dining place so don't expect a gourmet meal, but it is definitely good food and generous portions at a great price. read more

Had an expired app coupon that they still honored. Just a few days late. Kind of a sports bar atmosphere. Good beer choices - some local some just past local. Staff is friendly, courteous and timely. Ordered potato skins and Double Play burger along with Rhode Island IPA (Rhode Trip)- really a NEPA since it is New England style. Have been here a few times since coming to RI. It is close to work. Have good specials and lots of choices for sports viewing. Will return! read more