My daughter and I started our East Coast trip and our first stop from Boston was Rhode Island. My…read moredaughter saw the Mooring online so this was our first food places We walked in and got seated outside overlooking the marina. The place is so pretty! We just landed and we were going to be on the road so we wanted to eat light. We shared a burrata and beet salad, 6 oysters and calamari. Everything was so delicious. That salad I could eat everyday!!! The calamari too!!! We finished everything!!! This is my second time in Rhode Island but this place was delicious and beautiful. If I ever come back, I'm coming back here to eat!

We got lucky enough to have a table right by the water and it was gorgeous!…read more We had the calamari as an appetizer which was amazing and the burger and fish sandwich for a meal. I'd recommend all of it! Service was kind and promptly!

We recently celebrated our daughter's 30th birthday at Midtown Oyster Bar with 24 family and…read morefriends, and we had such a wonderful experience! Leana was fantastic to work with from the start--professional, helpful, and genuinely caring about making the night special. Meg was wonderful as well, and a huge thank you to Crystal, our server, who went above and beyond. She even helped us decorate the table and gave us five-star service all night. She really helped make the celebration special! The food, drinks, atmosphere, and service were all great. Midtown has been one of our favorite places in Newport for years--we enjoy it so much that we've even spent part of Christmas Eve there! Thank you to Leana, Meg, Crystal, and the entire Midtown team for making our daughter's 30th birthday such a memorable night. We'll definitely be back!

We were lucky to snag a last min rez on Open Table for the raw bar on a busy Sat night…read more Service was good - even tho they were very busy, they made sure to get our drink order relatively quickly. It was fun to watch the guys shuck oysters even tho we didn't order any. The food was pretty good too. We shared a salad and a halibut plate. The portion was a good size for sharing - not too much and not too little. We split the soup as well. We even took a key lime mini pie to go. This was prob my favorite part of the whole meal. Drinks were good - I had a Downeast Cider and my hubby had a Guinness. The cider tasted a little funny like off - I let the server know. This place is super busy so if you're looking for a more "romantic" place to have dinner, you prob want to check out some other options. But if you're just looking for a place to chill and have a good meal, you've come to the right place. I would def. come back when we're in town.

Who doesn't love a good lobster roll? I used to live in Boston - and I fell in love with New…read moreEngland seafood. When I recently spent the day in Newport, I was thrilled when my friend suggested we stop here for lunch. I don't think it gets more fresh than Newport Lobster Shack - this is literally run by the fisherman and right by the docs where they are catching this daily. What a treat! Our group of three opted for two lobster rolls, a side of fries, and then a twin lobster dinner. Holy wow - this was the best. Everything was so fresh and incredible. I would definitely pop in here for a meal if you're in the area - fresh lobster, great views, and easy parking.

Does not get fresher than this. This shack is right by the water and provide fresh seafood daily +…read morelive seafood market. Opted for a "select" cold lobster roll, which was lightly coated in mayonnaise and had bits of celery. A standard roll, no frills, and exactly what you can expect. The clam chowder was good but not as memorable. I can see myself returning and this was a nice introduction to the lobster roll game in Newport. Total of bill was about $45, split between 2 and was a nice lunch option.

Great spot to go to in Newport, RI! Came here two years ago and just recently had it again this…read moreMay. The food is so good here! Very fresh and honestly, very affordable for the aesthetic, quality, and taste. Plus the service is great. I've had their pastas, entrees, apps, pizza, and drinks and there is nothing you can go wrong with. My personal favorites is their kale salad, chianti marsala braised beef and mushroom tagliatelle. Again, the quality is great and everything is seasoned/ flavored well. Plus their pastas are homemade! They also give free bread, who doesn't love that? I cannot recommend this place enough. Perfect for a date night or night out with friends.

Located at Washington Square, Bar 'Cino is a cute spot. Walked in the afternoon and got seated…read morequickly. The restaurant was not that busy at the time. Our server Caitlin was nice. Spaghetti cacio e pepe was delicious. Simple but very flavorful. Rigatoni bolognese was good (but I loved the cacio e pepe more). For dessert, pistachio cake ricotta lacked flavor. It was plain chiffon cake that had some pistachio on it and whipped cream; it was a little disappointing.

This is both a restaurant and a fish market. Good sign when people going out w takeout…read more Lobster roll was full of large pieces. Fresh and delicious! Paid 10% more for less lobster last night at Flo's. Great crispy French fries. Rhode Island clam chowder delicious - its brothy, little light on clams but the broth definitely good. Good choice of local beers and s full bar.

After spending a quick getaway in Providence Rhode Island, I did a search for Diners, Drive Ins and…read moreDives and my search lead me to Anthony's Seafood. I just want a quick lunch, no reason to have tablecloths and white glove service. I want a local seafood shack without the dress-up dining. Anthony's Seafood has picnic tables outside as well seating inside. My wife and I walk and see to the left is a seafood market. To the right, the cashier is ready to take your order. Once you place your order and pay for your meal, the wait staff will bring your order to your table. Sounds easy right? I see the Guy Fieri poster, what he ordered was Kung Pao Calamari. My wife isn't eating that dish?! I ordered two Rhode Island Chowders and a Clam Belly Platter platter for my main entree. Anthony's Seafood is serving fresh clams all day long! We both loved the chowder and the whole belly fried clams were cooked to perfection. After we finished our meals, we jumped in the car and headed back to Port Jeff to catch the ferry. If you're heading to Rhode Island, put in the Nav Middletown, RI and find Anthony's Seafood. Freshly caught seafood in a casual setting.

Nothing quite compares to a view of Newport harbor from the deck of this restaurant. Food is…read morefantastically prepared and always fresh. Never been disappointed.

From the moment we walked up, the host team greeted us with so many smiles and such great energy…read more Katie introduced herself as the GM, was right there welcoming incoming guests herself. It was a BUSY Saturday night, we had no reservation, and the bar was packed... but divine timing somehow worked in our favor and two seats opened up right at the end of the bar. That's where we met Nick behind the bar, and honestly, he made the night. Nick was working the service well, taking care of a packed bar and banging out beautifully curated cocktails. I still don't know how he was that efficient while also taking the time to walk us through the entire menu. You could tell he genuinely took pride in the food he was describing and wanted us to experience it. I started with the Mezcal Negroni and from there we decided on a few small bites. First, the ricotta gnudi... perfectly fried and warm with just the right bite on the outside, then you break into this warm, soft little pillow of ricotta that was an absolute flavor bomb. Finished with freshly shaved Parmesan on top. I swear for a second I thought I was sitting somewhere on the water in Italy. Then the Scotch bonnet egg... WOW... truly every dish was just mind blowing ...all this dishes we ate....Nothing overpowered anything else. Every bite mattered. You could actually taste every layer and every little detail that went into all the dishes. Then came the beef tartare. Beautifully presented with the green crab purée in the center and crispy chips for that perfect crunch. Katie came over herself to explain the dish, and once you got everything together in one bite... absolute flavor explosion. Rich, bright, creamy, salty, crunchy. Everything on that plate had a purpose. We were also told we HAD to try the sweet corn agnolotti and THANK GOD we listened. Another complete flavor bomb. Absolutely amazing. It genuinely gives some of my favorite Italian restaurants in Beverly Hills El Baldi a run for their money. At this point Nick basically said, "Trust me," and asked if he could choose our next course. YES. PLEASE. Out came this gorgeous lamb sausage with fresh greens, snap peas, mint, dill, pickled vegetables and this beautiful creamy green sauce underneath. THAT DISH. The sausage was rich, perfectly cooked and packed with flavor, but all those fresh herbs, greens and acidity made the entire plate feel bright and balanced. Hearty and comforting while somehow still tasting fresh and light. Then Nick convinced us to put our trust in him one last time and let him choose dessert. He brought out the bread pudding and I am not exaggerating when I say it was the PERFECT ending to this entire food adventure. I literally had tears in my eyes. The food, the cocktails, the service, the salt water in the air, the smiles from the staff... everything just came together.....Nothing was pretentious. Everything was highly elevated while still having this incredible sense of warmth and comfort. It almost felt like being welcomed into someone's home and they just happened to be cooking some of the best food you've ever eaten. Huge shoutout to GM Katie and bartender Nick. Thank you both for giving us one of the most amazing and memorable dining experiences I've ever had. We walked in on a packed Saturday night without a reservation, just hoping to grab a couple seats, have a cocktail and eat something good... and walked out feeling like we had experienced something really special. 10/10. Every bite. Every cocktail. Every detail. I would go back in a heartbeat.

Hands down...delicious! I had the special with scallops,…read moreangel hair and capers. The scallops were cooked to perfection. And the sauce was lemony and salty. My side was the Caesar salad. Just the right amount of salt and pepper! Delicious. My hubby got the chicken and waffles. That gravy, oh my goodness! Bomb. Atmosphere is eclectic but fun. Service is TOP TIER!!!! The he place was packed and I see why. Also, I have an allergy to cinnamon. Going anywhere in October, I can be subjected to cinnamon. Our server, Melanie...amazing (ask for her), she made sure to tell the chef about my allergy. Wanted to order a dessert, but she asked the chef and he advised I could not due to possibility of having cinnamon. Very gracious server and chef!

I was treated to a birthday meal at Brick Alley Pub by a friend. I hadn't been there in years & had…read moreforgotten how fun & funky it was. We had reservations for 6PM but arrived shortly after 5PM. They were gracious enough to accommodate us immediately. Our server was friendly & attentive but very inexperienced. My friend ordered Salmon Piccata & she had no idea what that was... she thought it was served with scallops & pasta! We had to explain that Piccata was a sauce with capers; again, she didn't know what capers were. Fortunately, the kitchen understood the order & my friend received the correct dish. Unfortunately, the ends of the salmon were dry & inedible. However, she did enjoy most of the fish & the sides (mashed & veg), and there was enough to bring home. She also had a cider cocktail which, with the sugared rim, was a little too sweet. She would have liked a bit more cider, too. I had the patty melt with sweet potato fries. The sandwich was large & very good. I'm not a huge fan of thick-cut sweet potato fries; if I had known I probably would have opted for another side, as there's a $3 upcharge. The pickle was fantastic! I also had a glass of J. Lohr Cab, which was a good sized pour for $11. Prices were reasonable. Parking is always an issue in Newport. There is metered street parking & paid lots. Beware, parking is diligently monitored & tickets are $60!

We had a great dinner sitting at the chef's counter at Thames Street Kitchen! Watching the kitchen…read moreteam in action right in front of us made for a super fun, dynamic night. The general vibe and ambiance were lovely; my only minor tweak would be that I wish the lighting was just a bit better/brighter, but the overall experience was fantastic. What made the night extra special was Somer, our server. She was absolutely incredible! She made us feel right at home from the moment we sat down and was so helpful with all of our menu choices. Here is how the food broke down: Bread and Butter: The only real miss of the night we just weren't super impressed with it compared to how strong everything else was. Caesar Salad: Beautifully presented and nice and light. A great way to start. Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail: Chef's kiss! The steak was cooked to perfection, and adding the lobster tail on the side was 100% the right move. Mushrooms: To die for! Seriously, do not skip these. Fingerling Mashed Potatoes: Phenomenal. They were so good I genuinely wish I could have eaten every single bite. Overall, excellent food, top-tier service from Somer, and a fun counter-seat experience.

TSK had such raving reviews I knew I wanted to try it for a treat yourself dinner. I was dining…read morealone and hoping to sit at the bar that had a kitchen view. However, that space is reservation only and you cannot make a reservation for one here. So I was seated at their smaller sports bar with a tv with other solo diners. My server was beyond sweet. I knew I wanted a steak and she was helpful with suggestions. I ended up getting their caesar salad and filet with brown butter sauce. The caesar salad was the most unique presentation of this salad I've ever seen. I loved how it made me think of the beach. It was really fun to mix up and was pretty yummy. I think I was wishing for more in my filet, especially for the price. I asked for medium rare and felt like the outer layer was a bit too crisp for my taste. The sauce was nice and I loved the garlic. I am happy I tried this spot. Make sure to make a reservation if you're two or more.

Again My Tuesday go to...buck a Shuck all day…read more Clams, oysters... outrageous. Oyster Rock a fella... so delicious it was painful!! LOL...

If you're in Newport, I think this is THE place for oysters. I love their whole day happy hour…read moreTuesdays where oysters are $1.50 each. The only other thing we can rave about is their pan roasted mussels. My boyfriend is in love with it. We also ordered calamari but we didn't like it. It was tasteless. The ambiance is fine where I think the tables are too close to each other but that didn't really bother us. There's also more seating upstairs. Parking is on street and nearby parking lots.

Best Lobster rolls I've ever had! Packed full of the most tender juicy lobster on a toasted soft…read moreroll with hot butter. We had them last year and we had to go back this year for more. They were just as fantastic as we remembered! They also have the most delicious chowder. I've never had chowder with soft tender clams like that. They're not tough and chewy at all! Well done Newport chowder co we love you!!!!

If you're debating whether the lobster roll is worth it, stop thinking and order it…read more This was one of the most generously filled lobster rolls I've had. It was absolutely packed with large, fresh chunks of lobster, not just a few pieces hidden under the bun. The buttery toasted roll was the perfect complement without overpowering the lobster, and the lemon on top added just the right fresh finish. The quality, portion size, and flavor made it easy to justify the price. If you're in Newport and craving a lobster roll, Newport Chowder Company should absolutely be on your list. I'd order this again without hesitation.