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    The pink gentleman, ember and ash
    Lily K.

    Bar 12 is a cozy, intimate bar that has a variety of craft cocktails. It has a sort of speakeasy vibe. The bartenders are friendly and make great drinks. We stopped in to get drinks before food. We tried a Pink Gentleman, which tasted sour, light, and had a lovely layer of foam on top which made it more fun to drink. It looked so beautiful, the bartender took a lot of care in making it! The other drink, Ember and Ash, had a rich smokey flavor. I would really recommend Bar 12 if you are looking for a casual night with friends or a date. I will be back when im in the area!

    Nice lights in front
    Fran C.

    Fun vibe with great drinks - festive decor. We came for drinks only, menu at bar is limited, so we had a drink then went for dinner elsewhere. The servicecat the bar was fast. And by 7pm on Saturday, it was filled with with locals and fun people.

    Peanutini & dragon slayer
    Aubree J.

    One of my favorite cocktail bars, cozy and always great drinks. The new spring cocktails we tried were fantastic and I love that the menu is always changing. The bartender was very attentive and we had a lovely time.

    Shelby P.

    The bar was somewhat small but the decor and vibe was super cute. The drinks were strong cocktails and some were a little bit interesting but the one I had was very good. Bartenders were not always overly friendly but nice in general.

    Grasshopper
    Jamie L.

    What a great new cocktail bar! Bar 12 opened in May and they're off to a great start! I tried a good portion of the menu and every drink is delicious. The favorite of the group is Grasshopper, a delicious dessert martini with mint and cream, and Planter's Punch, a tropical cocktail with sweet flavors. The menu truly has a drink for everyone. You can't go wrong with anything you choose. It is very tiny. There are a few combination standing/sitting tables and a bar. My first visit I had to wait for a table to open. My second was on a rainy day and it was spacious for a few hours. The service is great. If you're able to sit at the bar, the head bartender is super quick. Tables can be tricky just mostly for servers to walk by those who have to stand. It's worth the wait though! They also offer food but I haven't tried anything yet! Overall, will definitely come back to try more!

    Dance the Merengue cocktail
    Morgan C.

    Bar 12 is probably my favorite place in Newport to grab a quick cocktail that is sophisticated and fun as well. It feels like you're stepping back in time to the 1920s in a speakeasy that would make Jay Gatsby proud! The space is limited so make sure that you arrive early, and be careful who you tell this truly hidden gem about - you might not want to give the secret away for fear of losing one of their coveted barstools or lounge tables. The cocktails are handcrafted to perfection and the Dance The Meringue was particularly masterful, with all of the scrumptious flavors of a lemon meringue pie liquefied into a drink that I am still thinking about hours later! There are also great options for teetotalers, and their house made shrubs work well here, especially in the plum mocktail, which I also enjoyed. The tart shrub gives it a nice, not too sweet flavor profile, and it was so addictive. I had two of them! The knowledgeable and friendly bar staff can make pretty much whatever you'd like if you feel like going off menu. On a previous visit, the bartender made me a Jungle Bird cocktail, even though it wasn't on the list and it was so good! You'll definitely want to check out this super swanky speakeasy when you're in Newport!

    Cheyenne B.

    I really like Bar 12. It's a different vibe compared to the rest of the establishments on the block, a little more trendy and sophisticated inside, which I liked. We sat ourselves, and someone came to us to take our orders. The bartenders were friendly, and knew how to make the drinks well. Was dying for their version of the espresso martini, as well as their hibiscus base martini. They have craft cocktails that don't disappoint. Nice place to chat over drinks, either before or after dinner. Would come here again.

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    Vijay S.

    Hip and cool bar in Newport. Came here on a weekday evening. Love the mood and ambiance inside. Got the last night in Oaxaca and thin mintini. Both were good, the mezcal drink was boozier than expected. Loved the thin mintini; it was delicious and a great dessert. i also got the pork belly sliders which were very good. Overall it was a great experience, and a cozy spot to have drinks especially in the winter.

    Naked and famous with olives.
    Whitney L.

    Small little cocktail bar with a cool mad men feel. I got the naked and famous bc I love mezcal. Love the presentation. They have light apps here so I got the olives. Delicious! Good music and not too loud. Good environment to be able to relax and still have a convo with friends.

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    Good cocktails and small plates. Still was off season. So it was great with no crowds. Nice atmosphere.

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    Small cocktail bar. We enjoyed our cocktails so much we came back the next night for the espresso martinis. Had very good service as well

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    Bar & Board Bistro - Tempura Cauliflower

    Bar & Board Bistro

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    Decor was very chic and modern-ish! Friendly service and very prompt…read more Their cocktail menu is small but they have a full bar and will make you anything you want. I asked for a strong espresso martini and they obliged - very nicely made My truffle risotto with scallops was nicely done although only complaint is that the scallops were 30secs ish overdone so became chewy Fish and chips - flaky juicy and amazing fries Mussels - 5/5 dish - highly recommend Crème brûlée - maybe it's me but very disappointed. The strawberries weren't doing anything and I didn't find anything "bruleed". Again, it's a me problem I don't like classic dessert being modified Finally the star of the show was the bread pudding which was PERFECT and comes with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. Like I said, classic desserts are classic for a reason

    The ambiance is very nice situated in an old bank, decorated to feel warm and inviting…read more Big bar, lots of seats and high top tables. We only had drinks, didn't try the food, but I do love the idea of a "build your own" cheese and charcuterie board. See photo for selection of items to choose from. We didn't have enough time to order food so we didn't try it. The drinks were ok. I'm a bit of an old fashion cocktail kick, and this was not the best one I've ever had, nor the worst, but for the price, I expected better...like maybe a single large ice cube, a fresh orange peel, and to their credit it did include a Luxor cherry.

    Surf Club - Tequila braised pork

    Surf Club

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    My husband and I went here on a Saturday night at 8 o'clock. It has a lively and fun atmosphere…read more We were seated at a high top table near the bar. After waiting for over 15 minutes for someone to come, take our drink order my husband finally walked over to a few staff members and asked if anyone was servicing our table. It seems as though two different staff members each thought the other one was servicing our table, and they apologized for the oversight. Shortly after they took our drink order, a manager came over to the table with a complementary app and offered a round of drinks on the house. We definitely didn't expect this, but it was a very nice gesture. The appetizer she brought over was a twisty bread and it's something we never would've normally ordered, but it was fantastic. I had a spicy watermelon margarita and it was so good! I definitely recommend trying it. For my meal, I ordered the tuna poke bowl, which is very good. All in all I would say it was a good night. The drinks were good, the food was good. It was a lively and fun atmosphere and they were able to turn the service around. We'll likely return again.

    I use to love visiting surf club as a local. I visited here for the first time in a few years and…read morethe food is still amazing. However, the service was not good. It felt like as a customer we were a bothering them asking for simple things. We had to grab their attention just to order. On the bright side we met a nice couple with a cute dog! Make sure to order the twisty bread for an appetizer, it's the best.

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    Giusto Newport

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    SPECTACULAR! 4th year in a row here during the conference we go to for our continued medical…read moreeducation credits. I think this place should have 5 star rating! Every time we come here the service is excellent and the food is amazing. This is what we come for right? Outstanding food and service! This year was no different than the other years and I love how the menu continues to evolve and change and everything that comes to life from the menu to the table is well thought out and bursting with harmonious blends of flavor. The presentation is gorgeous too! Plating is also important and they nail it! Okay let's gooooo! Come join our dining experience! We tried a bit of everything! We loved every bit of it. I'll mention my faves but that doesn't take away how hard it was to choose a fave! Everything was DELICIOUS ! Raw bar: Jamestown oysters . We had 10. We can't get enough east coast oysters. We live in the west side and I cannot say enough how much better oysters are on east coast! Slurp ! Mmm! Snacks: 1. Shartner's Farm Carrots: pea green pesto, pine nut, n'duja . If you're a meat, potato and pasta person and try to avoid your veggies, don't do that here. GET IT! It's such a great melody of textures and flavors that pair well. It doesn't feel like you are eating carrots and regardless it's a very dressed up bougie delicious carrot plate ! Mmmm . One of my faves out of the snacks. 2. Narragansett Creamery Burrata: green strawberry, speck, basil. Creamy, vibrant and just delicious Pasta: only had room in our tummies for 1 but every year we try different pastas and never disappoints. This year no exception. Maltagliati- hopkins southdowns lamb sugo, swiss chard, harissa, umbrian chickpea. Excellent! Pasta was perfect texture and consistency!! Little touch of spice from harissa which I loved (not overpowering). The Swiss chard was cooked to a crispy texture which I loved. I was a bit nervous about the lamb because it really can vary from place to place. However, I should have known better being from here they cooked/braised it to perfection: melt in your mouth type of soft and no weird or gamey taste. Definitely delicious pasta I recommend. Plates: 1. Duck Leg Confit- japanese turnip, spigariello kale, huckleberry conserva, duck jus. Personally my faves of the two plates but both delicious. The crispy skin from the duck and tender flavorful duck meat was just to die for. Loooooved. Plus the turnips and the amazing huckleberry conserva! Thinking about it makes my mouth water. So so good. 2. Beef Short Rib-swiss chard erbazzone, sunchoke, hazelnut. Loved it. Tasty as expected. Great flavor and tender. Dessert: 1. Olive Oil Cake- strawberry, rosé, lime curd, basil gelato. Wow! Oh wow! I'm so happy this time around they have some cake options. I love olive oil cake and now to pair with a basil gelato sounds insane right? Holy cow! Soooo good! Not what I was expecting. Strawberry, rose, lime and basil gelato flavor all work well together in this dessert. My fave dessert of the night! TRY IT! 2. Cookies N' cream: narragansett creamery ricotta, chocolate biscotti- yummy! Tasted like an elevated cookies and cream ! We loved our experience! Hopefully when you visit here, you can enjoy it as much as we do year after year. I absolutely love this place. Food is beyond excellent and is a place you have to stop by and visit while in Newport.

    We waited 50 minutes for our pasta to come out (and were still waiting for the rest of our orders)…read more-- not exactly the experience you want for an anniversary dinner with two babies. That's a long time to keep little ones entertained. The staff offered an "apology" cheese ball, which ended up becoming our son's dinner while we kept waiting for his pasta. They also gave us two extra shrimp cocktails as an apology -- woah! A friend had highly recommended this place, but unfortunately, our experience was a real disappointment. I won't be coming back again.

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    The Dining Room at The Vanderbilt

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    Disclaimer - we came just for drinks so I cannot comment on the food…read more We were excited to check out the Vanderbilt during Christmas time and loved the opportunity to grab a drink here. Once we arrived we were abruptly stopped by the hostess who would not let us enter the bar because it was "at capacity". Apparently they do not allow for standing room at their bar (weird but ok!) and we were then rudely told that it would "be a while" from the hostess who seemed to be more stressed than the President of the US. After telling her we would wait a few and being told "it will be more than a few", we were then seated (we likely waited about 10-15 minutes). Upon being seated, there were multiple 2-some tables in the bar available that (if we had been asked) we would have shared we only had time for 1 drink before dinner elsewhere. Once seated, we ordered our drinks. One Yuzu Gin drink that was good, it smelled delicious (I'm a non Gin drinker so no comment on the flavor) and the other being an extremely sub par espresso martini. To be honest, I've had better ones from dive bars that I think are more likely to spit in my drink than a boujee bar serving $22 martinis. So, all in was it gorgeous and did we feel special getting to enjoy a drink - yes! Would I wait more than 10 minutes with a rude, frazzled hostess - no.

    Excellent brunch at the indoor garden space. Loved the decor and layout of it - lots of natural…read morelight and greenery. Felt like spring in the dead of winter. Food here taste very clean and bright. i was surprised by how light even the fried chicken sandwich was!! The oysters were so fresh & plump. Chef let us sample her lobster rolls and they were just perfect - would order this again next time.

    Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar - Banana pudding

    Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar

    (815 reviews)

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    As I was looking for a place to have a nice dinner with a few coworkers, Wharf Southern Kitchen and…read moreWhiskey Bar ABSOLUTELY caught my eye. First of all, let's talk about the space. Nestled in the Wharf, it was a cute little place with both an up and downstairs. We reserved a spot for around 5:30 (in April) and it was pretty open. There weren't too customers yet, and it was nice and quiet. If you're looking for a ton of space for the seating area, I will say that there isn't too much room/it's pretty nice and cozy! At Wharf Southern Kitchen and Whiskey Bar, they've got a line of booths along the wall, a bar area right in the center and at the actual bar, a high top, another bar at one of the entrances, and a table that seats six. Now let's chat about the service. Our waitress was wonderful, patient, and was extremely helpful when asked questions and also gave SUCH wonderful suggestions. There were MANY fantastic choices on their menu and I was having a pretty difficult time narrowing down which one I really wanted, but with our waitress's help, I was able to choose pretty quickly (and they were AMAZING choices!) Now the food! The wait for the food honestly wasn't that long, and when we got it, we ABSOLUTELY CHOWED... -The Crispy Chicken Bites were AMAZING! I ended up upgrading to the Buffalo Style, and it DID NOT disappoint at all! The Bleu Cheese crumbles were just the perfect amount, and the Buffalo sauce was JUST enough to still enjoy the crispiness of the chicken. I DID ask for ranch on the side, and that just was *chef's kiss*! -I've never had fried pickles before, but I certainly have never seen a restaurant do it with whole pickles. Though it was my first time trying fried pickles, it tasted great! I wouldn't say it's anything special, but it's a great, and lighter on the fried side, appetizer! -I was having a hard time choosing what entree to enjoy, but I'M SOOOO glad that I went with the Smoked Brisket Chopped Cheese! I'm not a big brisket girl, but I will say that this was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! At first when it came out on the bun, I was a little skeptical of how it would taste, but it definitely didn't disappoint! The brisket was cooked SO well with the perfect amount of seasoning, and it all just melted so perfectly together as I was eating it. And the tater tots were SO AMAZING (though on the saltier side) and SO perfectly crispy. I've only got great things to say about Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar & I WILL be back here/will suggest it to my friends visiting Newport one day!

    Ambiance: Outdoor seating and an upstairs indoor area, but the service really drags down the…read moreexperience. No one at the hostess stand, slow to take orders, and over 30 minutes for food even with very few customers. Food: The burger came on a slightly sweet bun with a house mac sauce. The fries were crisp but on the smaller portion. Unfortunately, the quality of the burger meat was questionable. Chowder tots wasn't great. I would not recommend.

    Bar 12 - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

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