I made a reservation for Friday night for my son's birthday dinner, they seated us straight away by the window on the second floor with a lovely view. The server acknowledged the birthday as soon as we sat down and she was very pleasant. The food was excellent and they served a complimentary dessert with a sparkler for my son. Our reservation was on the later side but it was still busy and people were still being seated when we finished up. I recommend making a reservation and ask for a table by the window so you can see the sea lions. Highly recommended. read more

If you're planning to visit, definitely try to make reservations. We came on a Wednesday with a 6:30 pm reservation and the place was packed. People who came without a reservation were told that there's about an hour wait or they could sit at the bar level on the first floor. There's also a second bar on the second floor where the main dining room is up a flight of stairs. Service was great and we were lucky enough to sit by the window overlooking the sea lions, the water, and the Yaquina Bay Bridge. Food wise, it was mostly 5 star. I'll start with the thing that wasn't, and that was the deviled eggs (you get 3) with a lightly fried shrimp. The shrimp was overcooked, lukewarm, and didn't really add anything. But other than that, everything else was really good. The highlight was the Umpqua oysters on the half shell. We went through a dozen and a half. The oysters are sweeter, no briny. They're not huge but not tiny either like Kusshi oysters. It came with 3 different sauces. Another highlight was the whole dungenous crab...so fresh. Poke salad, garlic brussel sprouts, Yellowtail Hamachi, and Lingcod were also pretty good. If I'm ever in the area, I would definitely return. read more

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I had the Crispy Rock Cod Tacos which were just okay. Too much empty tortilla on the ends due to lack of Cod meat. Not much flavor to them as well. The wife had a bowl of Clam Chowder which she said was excellent. We shared a Brownie Sundae a la Mode which was also just okay. The picture looked much better. The brownie was way under cooked and wasn't very good anyway. The ice cream with the toppings was okay but not special. The place is very nice with great views as well as excellent service. 3 1/2 stars. read more

I went to the clear water café and I was the simply the most spectacular food I have ever eaten in my entire life. I got seated right away which was nice, inside they have large widows which is nice but the sun was in my eyes. But than they said they had blides and that we could close them is we wanted to!!!!! The vibe is so cute, when u walk in you see a lovely stare case and a cute wood carved sea lion. Away, the servicer comes to our table quick and he was really nice. Then I ordered the clear water burger, ok? Remember that. I ordered it and then the food came quick, not too quick like fast food type vibe, but quick non the less. And the burger had WAGYU BEEF and it was only 18 FOR THE WHOLE MEAL!!! Insanely cheap for wagyu beef!!! I get the burger, it smells absolutely divine. I bite into it, I start to tear up. Im not even kidding, this is not an inside job im just so passionate about this burger its kinda ludicrous. If man could marry food, this would be it for me. 12 outta 10, 6 stars. Also get the garlic fries, SO good! This burger was so good it was in my literal dreams that night. Crazy read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Burger after I took a bite and thought it was the most deserving of a photo - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

The place is really nice. Very spacious with very nice views. Our server was very nice and knowledgeable. Our food was very delicious. We ordered the coconut shrimp, shrimp Alfredo and crispy chicken burger. This place is kid friendly. They don't have a parking lot. So you will have to find parking where you can. But still it was a great experience. It is also on the pricier side. read more

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There was a 30-45 min wait but we got in sooner. There's a shop next door that was fun to walk through while we waited. Food was outstanding. So delicious and just perfect. Well thought menu. We had a variety. The carrot cake waffle dessert was delicious. Service was fine, but food didn't come out together as we'd hoped. It was a little loud in the restaurant but really not bad. Of course the views are nice at the window. The seals were fun to watch after dinner. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Carrot cake waffles 10/10 - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

Snag as table by the window if you can -- watching the sea lions jostling each other on the docks below is big time entertainment in and of itself. Otherwise I dig the very cozy vibe here, which feels elevated but not too fancy, with a snug bar tucked into the upstairs area. The views over Yaquina Bay are great. The menu looked interesting enough, definitely a couple of levels up from the pub fare served at most places down the street. I recommend the Rockfish tacos, lightly breaded fish wrapped in flexible but sturdy tortillas with a nice hot sauce on the side. Surprisingly tender and tasty. My veggie burger though? Hard pass. It was fairly flavorless and disappointingly mushy --- and completely overpowered by a disproportionately sized bun.no texture whatsoever. I should probably deduct another star but... eh. On a positive note, the beer and wine list looks solid, and cocktails appear to be on point; really, this is a neat spot with very good service and friendly folks, just not a strong veg burger game. read more

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Service was great,,. Food was good... sea lions a bonus. You won't be disappointed! Would go back!

My sister and I spent the afternoon wandering Newport a few months back and decided to pop in for dinner--zero expectations, zero research, fully vibing. We went in blind and honestly? Best decision of the day. The place was cozier than expected, but the décor was cute, the energy was lively, seated quickly, and for a Tuesday around 6:30pm, it was pleasantly busy (which already felt like a good sign). Our waitress? Bubbly, friendly, and knew the menu. We love a professional with personality. I sipped on the Basil Jalapeño Margarita--fresh, balanced, and just spicy enough to keep things interesting. My sister went with the Rico Guave (if memory serves), which she clearly enjoyed because the glass didn't survive long. Now... the star of the evening: the Local Dungeness Crab Mac & Cheese. Spectacular. Dare I say the best mac & cheese I've had in my lifetime, so far. Real, generous chunks of crab--no scavenger hunt required--rich, creamy, and perfectly executed. My sister ordered the Tuna Melt with melt-in-your-mouth garlic truffle fries -- even after stealing bites of my mac (as sisters do), she confirmed the Mac was fresh, creamy, and downright delicious. And here's how you know it was good: my sister never finishes a meal. Ever. She lives for a to-go box. We left with full bellies... and NO leftovers. 10/10 would wander in blindly again. read more

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My friend recommended this place and it did not disappoint! The food was delicious. The oysters were incredibly fresh, and the Halibut Fish and Chips had a perfectly thin, crispy batter. Plus, you get an exclusive view with the sea lions right there. Our server is so nice. Highly recommended read more

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Came here for the cute sea lions view on a lunch They have parking spaces across the street Burger: patty is a bit over cooked but the fry is good texture Crab melt: the sandwich is a bit too hard and dry. Not much flavor. Wouldn't recommend Mocktail is cute Ice cream on brownie: the best dish of the day. Brownie is a bit crispy and also warm. One of the best brownies I've ever had Staff are super nice. Dog friendly patio with a great view of the sea lions. They're very loud if you don't want that read more

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This place continues to be our absolute favorite restaurant in Newport! We come here whenever we're in the area. Love how they have a parking lot with designated spots for Clearwater customers. We are always able to find a spot there, which is so convenient because it gets extremely busy and crowded on weekends and anytime during summer months. The street parking fills up fast! We recently made reservations for a late birthday lunch while staying on the Newport Belle across the bay. As always, they had our table ready and a Happy Birthday placard on the table. They also put the large firework on our dessert to celebrate the occasion. Love that they don't sing and make it super embarrassing. This is the second reservation where they reserved the best table in the house, up in the bar area right in the window. The view from there is outstanding! Our food was delicious and service exceptional. We always recommend this place to family and friends. Come check them out...you won't be disappointed! read more

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Beautiful restaurant, super gorgeous Sunday, exceptional staff and service, Mary our server was 5 star, spectacular views, it was just a wonderful experience. Beer was cold and refreshing, Ahi Tuna flat bread was delicious (ask for the ginger sauce), Garlic Noodles with crab, Eggs Benedict with prosciutto and the best Marionberry cobbler ever! Was not a total fan of the Eggs Benedict, did not like it on the home made biscuit. The eggs were cooked perfectly, runny yolk. Garlic Noodles okay but would have preferred it with another protein besides the crab. Would definitely return again. read more

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Nice restaurant. Loved that we can see the seals. Got in quick with no reservation. Our server Nicholas was a wonderful server! Very attentive and relatable. He was definitely a favorite part of our trip. The hamachi appetizer was good, perfectly portioned and amazing sauce. Steak was a little under seasoned, the steak sauce Nicholas recommended definitely helped, and the fish tacos seemed to be too saucy/falling apart and too much guac with not enough fish. Still would go back, and recommend trying out! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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Always great. Service and Food is wonderful. The view is great and the atmosphere is fitting for the coastal town.

The nicest part of this restaurant is the ocean view. The food was ok? Nothing to rave about. I got the fish of the day. It was the smallest piece of fish. It wasn't well seasoned. We ordered the watermelon salad. It was more like a strawberry salad. Not a lot of watermelon. My daughter liked her crab Mac and Cheese. My husband said his fish tacos were ok. My son enjoyed his crab legs. The service was not very personal. Overall, not the best restaurant experience while visiting Newport. read more

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We enjoyed our birthday early dinner today! Omar was our waiter and so knowledgeable, accommodating, and providing excellence service ! Highly recommend The view is great right on the water and the sea lions are a hoot to hear!! read more

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There are almost too many good things to say about Clearwater in Newport, Oregon--where do I even start? First off: the view. It's unreal. Whether you're there for lunch or dinner, you're treated to a stunning waterfront scene that's worth the visit alone. But the view is just the beginning. The service was top-notch--we were lucky to have Kelli P as our server, and she truly made the experience memorable. He was knowledgeable, warm, funny, and gave us excellent recommendations that made a great meal even better. We started with the crab cakes, which my wife insists are the best she's ever had. The watermelon salad was another standout--refreshing and creative, with almonds, whipped goat cheese, fried feta, and fresh strawberries, all brought together with a delicious roasted strawberry dressing. For mains, we had two chicken sandwiches with fries, both perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Even the lemonade impressed us--fresh, handmade, and a refreshing touch to the meal. Don't skip their drink specials if you're in the mood. And dessert? The salted caramel bourbon bread pudding came highly recommended, and it absolutely delivered--rich, warm, and indulgent in all the right ways. After your meal, don't forget to stroll the dock outside and check out the sea lions. It's the perfect ending to a perfect meal. High recommendation from us--we'll definitely be back! read more

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We went on April 25, 2026 for dinner and we had made reservations at 5pm. The 2 hostess could not find our reservation and kept telling us if we received a texted to confirm, which we didn't. They had failed to texted us to confirm our 5pm reservation. But they did redeem them selves and found us a table but outside on their patio. When we sat down our server Omar was awesome, and he made our bad situation from the hostess to an awesome time and also an awesome dinner experience. I loved how he answered our questions and recommended food to us, even when we were full from dinner he even recommended the next time we come back he told us to get the Salted Caramel Bread Pudding. That's what you call awesome customer service. The food was so good, I had the Pesto Chicken Pasta. It was so good and it comes with garlic bread. We also had the Roasted Cauliflower Steak and also the Wagyu Cheeseburger. Their Garlic Truffle Fries were awesome. If you ever go to Clearwater Restaurant ask the waiter Omar. read more

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Friend and I were looking for restaurants in Newport that had seafood and vegetarian options and we found Clearwater online! We walked in on July 4th Friday around 4pm with no reservation and we were seated immediately by the window which had a nice view of the bay. There were a few vegetarian options so I ordered the veggie burger with sweet potato fries and then my friend got the seafood curry. We waited about 30-40 minutes for our food and upon getting the meals, we noticed that both were lukewarm temperature - possible they were sitting out for a while. We asked our waiter if the food could be warmed up and after 20 minutes, we received fresh plates Veggie burger (3/5): Generous portion size. The sweet potato fries were pretty good! I asked for ranch on the side which paired nicely with the fries. Thought they could have been seasoned a little more (more salt, pepper, etc.). The burger on the other hand was underwhelming. The quinoa patty lacked flavor and it was a bit mushy so the burger kept falling apart. Seafood curry (3.5/5): My friend said that this was fairly average considering the price point. She really liked the mussels, but otherwise the curry was a bit bland and the rice was too salty. The second time around, the curry came with the garnish on top so she was unsure why it was missing in the first place. Also, after getting a new plate, the rice was still lukewarm. I appreciated that a seafood restaurant like Clearwater had vegetarian dishes and that the staff made our food again from scratch. However, the food could have been more flavorful and the wait time was long so I don't think I would return read more

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Stop at Clearwater. It'll be worth it! Our waiter was fantastic: he was quick to help us with all of our questions and make recommendations, as well as tell us about the local orca that we might possibly catch a glimpse of while eating. The Lemon-drop and the margarita were excellently mixed drinks. The catch of the day was sublime. My only complaint was the shortage of the best gnocchi I've ever had in my life (even better than any Italian gnocchi). I wanted more. The Caesar salad is excellent, too. Clearwater is worth the stop: very "vibey" with water views and a messy nautical aesthetic. read more

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Good food & friendly service right on Yaquina river/bayfront. Busy local spot. A little wait at prime time. Good atmosphere & great views read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Fish tacos... their wedge salad was good too - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

This is a beautiful spot right on the Yaquina Bay in Newport. We were seated upstairs and had a perfect view of the sea lion docks, but luckily didn't have to deal with the smell or barking. Our server was very friendly and had good recommendations. The whole crab meal was perfect for two people. The crab itself was large and easy to crack. The only thing that needed a little work was the corn, it just was very bland and needed seasoning and butter. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Whole crab - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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One of my favorite restaurants in the country. Reservation system works great. Servers are great. Views are great. Food is great. Cocktails are great. My sister lives in Salem and whenever I visit we try to make a trip to Newport and Clearwater. The crab noodles are my go to. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - View from dining table. - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

The food was great, was fun to watch the sea lions while we ate! Especially loved the Cinnamon Toast Crunch creek brûlée for dessert. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - View from our table - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

A pleasant seafood restaurant overlooking the harbor. The service is good, the staff attentive, the ambiance warm and pleasant. I had a good meal there, but I should have ordered Dungeness crab -- I didn't realize until after I'd ordered that Dungeness crab is both a key part of the local economy and a specialty of the restaurant -- ah well, another time. The gin martini was exactly as it should have been. The side Caesar salad - was fine but lacked the crisp bite of umami flavor of garlic and anchovies that can make a Caesar great. The top sirloin over mashed potatoes with onions on top had good flavor, though the steak wasn't a high-end cut of meat (hence the reasonable price). The brownie sundae was delicious. After dinner, I walked outside and looked at the sea lions - and while I'm sure the fishermen who use the dock find them annoying or worse, they provided both a soundtrack and character that was quite pleasant. When I'm next in Newport, I'll go back to Clearwater and try the Dungeness Crab. read more

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IMHO, an overpriced tourist trap on the water with pretty views. Thankfully, the tiny bit of very small portioned seafood we tasted (for the high prices) was very fresh & tasty. The cocktails were very good too but reminded me of back home (Miami prices, $16-$19) & a bit surprising for Oregon. The sides were quite sad looking (and tasting) including the very basic Cesar Salad, inedible overcooked fibrous asparagus & overcooked room temp broccolini. The fish & chips for $26 came with maybe 3oz of actual fish, maybe. Next time I'm going to look for a bit more authentic, boat to table experience with reasonable portions & prices as there seems to be many options in this cute little waterfront town. read more

What a fabulous find in Newport. Great service. Delicious food choices on a huge menu. Came for my birthday. What a treat. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Happy birthday s'mores - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

we sat 2nd floor and had the best window view of the sea lions! nicest staff ever. Matt and David were so sweet, attentive, and knowledgeable. the food was incredible. perfect amount of dressing on the salad (and so many fresh croutons), fresh cod and the guacamole and chipotle sauce were incredible. read more

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Another banger!!! This is a decent restaurant! They are a little bit corporate which is somewhat a turnoff but I overcome this with the great food and view. I had the crab louie salad and iut was chock full of crab and had an excellent dressing. The oysters on the half shell were excellent as well. They come with a few sauces and although I only liked one of the sauces, the oysters were very good. The view watching the seals and people crabbing was fun!! The menu has many options that just look great! Do yourself a favor and get the marionberry cobbler, that was SO GOOD. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Beautiful view - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

Excellent! Service was prompt and attentive. Goat cheese and beet salad was fresh and very tasty. Cobb salad was fresh and tasty as well. We sat outside, for our lunch and were entertained by the seal lions. Highly recommend. read more

Food: the food was excellent, I would say it's on par with the price. Service: also excellent and I would say it's way above anything in the area. Ambiance: lovely, not over the top. They even gave us postcards at the end of the meal that they would post for us, excellent way to set them apart. read more

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Great food Great views Great service. Loved everything bout this place. If you find yourself driving down the coast definitely add this to places to stop and eat read more

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Wow, this place was a great experience, all around! The restaurant itself was perfectly lit, tastefully decorated, in a lovely location with a view of the crabbing boats coming and going. The service was impeccable, personable, knowledgeable, accurate, accommodating, and friendly. Halibut and chips was a large portion for a fair price. Presentation and taste was top notch! Overall I would say I was surprised that this place was as great as it was. The Portland restaurant scene can be quite competitive so I've become a little discerning when it comes to giving a food establishment a perfect score. I would definitely return to this place in the future! read more

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We had Thanksgiving dinner here and everything was delicious! Great service and great location. Looking forward to coming back here again soon! read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Just outside the restaurant. - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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My hubby and I plan on returning for another Shrimp Cobb Salad! Would not recommend the clam chowder, I've eaten a lot of clam chowders in my and was by far the saltiest with more diced potatoes than clams. Service was very friendly and attentive! The atmosphere was very inviting with soft fun music in the background. The Sea Lions were very amusing to watch while eating. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Shrimp Cobb Salad was amazing!!! The dressing was delicious! - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

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Came in with large party, great service. Our server recommended great dishes had the catch of the day and miso cod. Both were tasty. The cucumber martini was very good as well and we finished with dessert. We sat on the second floor and had an amazing view of the water and the bridge. Definitely worth a try read more

Clearwater Restaurant - View from outside of restaurant - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

Hands down this was the best meal my wife and I have ever had! If we had it our way we would have gone back the next night but they were full! I am still blown away by the flavors, service, view and the meal. We wanted a nicer dinner to celebrate my wife's birthday. We were tied between Locals and Clearwater. I am so glad we came to Clearwater. We called for reservations. The hostess was very kind and explained Saturday they were booked but today (Friday) they had space. We ended up with a view of the water and the sea lions which was amazing. Drinks were 10 out of 10! We got one app but after how amazing it was we tried another. Both were hands down amazing and flavorful. The entrees were cooked to perfection and dessert was also amazing. The server was great, attentive and kind. Hands down a must go! read more

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We were visiting Oregon for a family wedding weekend, which was wonderful. We had Monday free before flying home on Tuesday and decided to visit the coast. I had been craving a dungeness crab forever as we lived in California in the 90's and would have a treat now and again. I had already spotted whole dungeness on the Clearwater menu, so that was our destination. We did not have a reservation, but were promptly seated as it was 1pm and lunch was winding down. Right on the water with a sea lion serenade. Fun to people watch on the pier while anticipating our crab. Matt was our server and was very friendly and attentive. We both ordered the whole crab and a Boneyard IPA. It took an hour of cracking and picking, but it sure was worth it. We finished every morsel. We live in the northeast and can have lobster anytime, but I really prefer dungeness crab. So good! For an extra treat we found a tricky geocache after lunch. I was full and happy. read more

Clearwater Restaurant - Dungeness Crab meal - so good! - New American Near Me - Newport, Oregon

We LOVED Clearwater Restaurant! Visiting Newport for the first time, we discovered Clearwater is one of the top can't miss restaurants in a town filled with amazing restaurants. When we found out Clearwater is right on top of the famous Sea Lion dock with the best views of all the Sea Lions playing, fighting and being silly, we couldn't book reservations fast enough. We originally booked an outside table with a request to have the best seats we could to watch the Sea Lions. But unfortunately it was raining and we had to sit inside. The hostess could not have been more awesome! She was so nice to us and told us she was going to seat us at her favorite table in the house. And we got a spectacular window seat perfectly looking down on the Sea Lions! So much fun! We had visited the Sea Lions dock the night before but when I realized we could have a comfortable seat with excellent service and food while spending a pleasant hour or two watching the Sea Lions at Clearwater, we were so in. I wish I got the hostess' name because she treated us like a million bucks. The views from Clearwater, especially upstairs could not be more spectacular. Not just the Sea Lions but you have a gorgeous vantage of the entire ocean and the famous bridge with unbelievably gorgeous and romantic sunsets. And Clearwater is a rock's throw away from Ripley's Believe It Or Not. They're right on the entire bustling Newport waterfront, so it's a great place to make reservations to wind up your day on Newport's waterfront. Pro tip: Parking can suck down on the waterfront, but if you do Ripley's first, you can use their parking lot and then go over to the Clearwater for dinner. And if you time it right with the sunset, your significant other will think you're Don Juan crossed with Rudolph Valentino. The food here is among the best in Newport which means it's among the best on the West Coast. Newport has so many amazing restaurants it was stunning and Clearwater is at the top of the list. Everything we ordered from the coconut shrimp, to the bread, to our entrees was exquisite. Clearwater's clam chowder was the best I had in Newport and I tried the clam chowder every place we went. Clearwater's clam chowder is my idea of the perfect clam chowder and it was stunning after enjoying several great versions of it all over town. The service was excellent. We had Matt the bartender as our server and he was perfect. Extremely friendly, knowledgable and attentive. Very passionate about Clearwater and his customers' satisfaction. Great experience. Something we LOVED here I've never seen anywhere else... at the end of your meal, they give you these two beautiful Clearwater postcards and invite you to write and address them to anyone and they'll mail them for you. I wrote my mother a postcard telling her how much I loved the clam chowder here and my wife kept the other one as a souvenir. Such a cool idea for promotion and an extra something special for their customers. Overall, just a peak wonderful experience as a climax to a wonderful day at Newport's waterfront. Cannot recommend this place enough. Also maybe because I'm a dumb Washingtonian who's used to paying out the ass for everything with all of the wonderful taxes our government bestows us with. But for a restaurant of this caliber (and virtually all of the restaurants we tried in Newport) we felt it was quite cheap considering the quality and the value for it. I felt like the prices were maybe 1/3rd or more off from what we're used to at home. So we were stunned we had such a great experience at such a fabulous restaurant for a good $100 under what I would have thought it was going to cost. What more can I say? The best restaurant with the best views in Newport that was much more economical than I thought it would be. We highly recommend the Clearwater! read more