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    High Hope Tavern

    4.4 (86 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kelly L.

    High Hope Tavern has a simple but unique menu. You can find your basics like a burger but it may have a unique twist. They have a limited menu, but you can certainly trust that anything you order will amaze you. Every dish has a bold but great tasting flavor. I came across this restaurant on Tik Tok and knew I had to go when I saw the massive cheese pile served atop the Caesar Salad. We started with the garlic bread and oh my goodness, the marinara sauce had this amazing tang to it. I ordered the chicken Caesar salad and was thoroughly impressed. The chicken was tender and the dressing was so good. My aunt ordered the linguine and clam sauce, I tried a bite and for someone who doesn't love seafood I really enjoyed it. My boyfriend ordered the fried chicken sandwich which came with a banana pepper ranch sauce, he loved it, but it was a little too unique for my simple palette. I loved the decorations in the restaurant, it felt like an actual tavern and there was this amazing huge piece of artwork behind the bar. Honestly, my only complaint is that the table was small for three people but the staff was very attentive at clearing our table.

    Jeannie M.

    Beautiful spot. Fun staff and and interesting client base. Drinks were superb. Look forward to someday wondering in again.

    Such a cute spot
    Steph A.

    High hope tavern is a beautiful spot to have a cocktail or beer at. The decor is stunning and it's located in downtown westerly, so an easy spot to stop by while in that area. I went for happy hour and they had good specials and great service. I tried the whipped ricotta and oysters when I went and both were wonderful. I also had a few local beers and each was served in the appropriate glass to maximize how it tastes. The waitress was warm And welcoming and was quick to offer suggestions and service. Just a lovely gem of a spot in a foodie heavy downtown area.

    Black fish in Beurre Blanc sauce -- a special of the day.
    Eugene K.

    We stopped here during our drive home from a trip to Newport. Everything about this place is awesome. It's on Canal Street with a view of the water. The space is airy and well designed in an old building with high ceilings and nice long bar. But the food is the star! We started with the Smoked Fish Pate made of bluefish and salmon belly. It was the perfect opening dish. I had Chicken Milanese -- which is often boring, but not here! It was topped with a Mexican-style mix of grilled corn, cabbage, elote sauce, cotija and lime. Amazing. My wife had the special -- a blackfish with Beurre Blanc sauce and sautéed veggies. Also amazing. We highly recommend High Hope!

    Fried grits
    Em K.

    We come to Westerly every year for vacation and dine in Westerly and all of the surrounding areas. High Hope Tavern was truly a 5 star experience from the service to the cocktails to the food. We shared the fried grits, tuna tartare, summer risotto, and lobster roll. Everything was very seasonal and outstanding, but the real show stopper was the Mille-feuille we had for dessert. I mean just look at my picture; it tastes as good as it looks. They change the filling based on the season, but for the summer the homemade puff pastry is layered with mascarpone, mixed berries, and peaches. It's perfection. We'll definitely be returning next year.

    Burrata, oysters, devils on horseback
    Karen P.

    Christine, the hostess, was super helpful with our questions about some of the dishes. We ended up having an order of fries, Caesar salad, burrata with peppers and eggplant, bacon wrapped dates with cherry pepper gorgonzola and oysters on the half shell. All absolutely amazing and the service and ambiance was perfect. Love the books and artwork too

    Caesar salad
    Amanda U.

    The Caesar salad alone is worth the trip. Chicken Milanese was some of the best I've had. Everyone in the group also loved the burger & espresso martinis. Would have skipped dessert and sad they had no coffee / espresso options - but still five stars and highly recommend.

    Megan F.

    Great spot for local oysters and an electic menu downtown. We ordered the kimchi crispy rice, parmesan beans, grits, and mussels. We will definitely be back!

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    A+, would subscribe. My faves: Bar Menu smash burger, Tecate michelada, fries w/ aioli, and the tomato sandwich in season during the summer.

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    5 months ago

    Great food, service and ambience! Love the painting behind the bar. Had the tuna tartare and risotto. Delicious

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    Chicken Milanese was quite unique, and quite good. Wasn't wild about the cilantro. Wife thoroughly enjoy her Caesar salad with chicken

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    Literally the best food you'll ever eat in your life. Atmosphere was really cool. Drinks are delish, 10/10

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