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Just found this famous Pub I've heard about for yours. Such an iconic pub restaurant & bar! This is a Great neighborhood pub with steel drum music the day we walked by which was so fun ! Had a few different dishes and everything is a great portion & 10/10 !! Great service everyone's so friendly too! Can't wait to frequent this family friendly dog friendly pub this summer too. Kids can play in the fountain while you have some great food & amazing mudslides fun drinks or beer they have it all!
Had a nice lunch at OB's while visiting Newport. Away from the waterfront, it was still full of guest at lunch time, but no wait to be seated. The front wall of the bar opens to a piazza with small fountain and most dining is outside under umbrellas. The fountain has toys and nets and we saw a number of kids enjoying some wet fun. Hostess stand is at the far side of the building. We walked in - but there may be parking in back. We asked to be seated in a shady spot (it. was. Hot!) and we were taken to a shady table by the sidewalk. A wall seperates the tables from the sidewalk. Our waitress was very pleasant and capable. She took the drink order and when she returned we ordered food and I asked her to be sure our waters were kept full. She returned shortly with a pitcher of water for the table. Excellent! I drank so much water. The menu is pub fare. Apps, salads, burgers, sandwiches plus some entrees like fish and chips. We both ordered sandwiches and chose the pasta salad as our side from their many side options. I also ordered a side salad. The salad arrived with our food, brought by a food runner which for me was good. The waitress checked in quickly to be sure everything was as expected. All good. The burger seemed a bit over cooked but has a nice char on it. The bun to burger ratio is good and it was fresh. My dining companion enjoyed their chicken sandwich and their vinegar based pasta salad. My side salad was a nice mix of greens with plenty of shredded carrot on top plus onion, tomato and red onion. Dressing on the side. Excellent lunch; good portion size, fresh ingredients, capable, friendly staff.
If I could give this place 0 stars I would. The staff are incredibly rude. No class. Trash. Wedding party came to celebrate and they were monitoring us like hawks, taking half drank drinks and pouring them out in front of us, not friendly, and pushing us out. Came here from far away and did not expect to meet such rude unfriendly people. Never would I come back here again and I do not recommend this place to ANYONE unless you want scolded
Popped on in for a quick mudslide and glad I did. My mom is a sucker for a good mudslide and did some research and OB's came up for it! Ordered at the bar and it was already premade so it came fast and strong. Super delicious, cold and large portion. We both loved it. We bought a little souvenir and out we went. Can't wait to come again for another
We popped into O'Brien's Pub both hungry and thirsty. This bar more than satisfied both of our needs. Our server got our drinks quickly. The Guinness was delicious, as it should be from an Irish bar. My wife got a house Malbec, which was a pleasant surprise, for a place that may or may not serve a ton of red wine. As for the food, the portions were huge and everything tasted exceptional. My clam chowder was served almost immediately. The lobster roll was stuffed full of fresh lobster meat, served on a tasty buttered roll. This came with a side of white bean salad. The Mrs. had the grilled chicken mac and cheese. We had a great time, and as an added bonus it was bingo night. This made us hang even longer, and had a few laughs with the rest of the crowd. My only complaint was that the floors were a little sticky. This did not take away much from the overall experience.
This local spot has some of the friendliest staff and great drinks/music for a lively night out in Newport. Check them out for lively nightlife and delicious beverages.
Was a really nice place to visit the staff was nice. The food was decent. They had an amazing salad bar at the ambience was cute. Definitely a place to go eat if you're looking for a quick bite
Needed a place to eat while one vacation that was dog friendly and this was the perfect spot .Delicious food and ambience.
Food was delicious, I got the fish and chips, service is quick and attentive. I sat outside on the patio with my baby in her stroller and my dog under the table in the shade. The server brought out a water dish as soon as we sat down, I love this gesture that I didn't have to ask. PS: they have pink mustache magnets now. You can always count on getting magnets if you come to O'Briens, I have 3 now after dining here at 3 different occasions. You get them with your bill! If you're in newport I recommend visiting O'Briens Pub!
This place was a happy surprise, stopped in for drinks and ended up getting a couple of dishes to go with them. The calamari was crispy not chewy, best I have had in a while. The Mediterranean plate was spot on light fresh and very tasty. Me and my friend shared a Jamaican jerk chicken sandwich it was amazing. The drinks were great! my friend got 2 espresso martini she said the best she has had. I had couple fruity drinks and they were spot on. The service was great, friendly without being pushy just the way I like. The place had a good vibe and great music playing. Will be returning soon if weather ever gets warm.
We had a really nice lunch here. Drinks are fabulous, we had everything from Mojito's to frozen mud slides. All we're good. For lunch, we ordered mac & cheese, burgers, veggie wraps, and grilled chicken sandwiches. All were excellent, and presented beautifully. Our waitress was a doll and was really efficient and friendly. We sat outside and it was gorgeous! Great job!
Second time here. I'm from CT. We came in for a small bite and drink with a few friends. The place was packed but there were still a few tables. The bar was packed and remained packed for a while. Great beer selections and happy people. Staff was pleasant and kept coming to ask what we needed. We tried their Garlic Parmigiana Fries and Seafood Cakes (shrimp, scallops and Crabs). Omg the most perfectly crispy yet not oily and flavorful fries. The seafood cakes will not disappoint you. Trust me fool of seafood and large portion. I was extremely impressed with this seafood cake. The aioli could have had a bit more flavor but still pleasant. Loved the ambiance. May be a little too loud for some but a perfect loudness for an Irish pub. Loved it!!
One of my favorite places along Thames! I've been going here for the last 20+ years for drinks and lunch. Mudslides are very good and staff is always friendly. Although, when I took my girlfriend there last week, we were greeted by the security guard and his friend? Maybe he was also security? Anyways, we are in our 20's and when we sat outside with our drinks around 10pm the security guards friend was talking about "what he would do" to all of the women at the bar. They didn't notice us but, my girlfriend was bothered by it so we left. As we were leaving, security noticed we were sitting by them and said they didn't realize we were there. No big deal. As we were walking down Thames to go back to our home, the security guards friend told my girlfriend that she needs to bring her friends here and he would show them all a "good time". Definitely will not be coming back. Extremely disappointed. Might as well hire another security guard who will do his job and ensure everyone's safety & not prey on young girls! Leaving 2 stars just because their mudslides & daiquiris were good & I have a lot of childhood memories here.
4 months ago
A great spot right in the heart of Thames Street! We came here with a large group, and even on a busy afternoon, we were seated quickly with two tables next to each other. There are plenty of TVs, making it a fun place to catch a game while enjoying a meal. Our group ordered a variety of dishes, including wraps, lobster rolls, and several pizzas, and everyone was happy with their food. One member of our group is gluten-free and especially loved the gluten-free pepperoni pizza. If you're looking for a casual spot in Newport that's great for groups, this is definitely worth checking out! read more
O'brien's is a lively family friendly pub that has the perfect casual ambiance for a summer patio dinner. The iconic mudslide in the souvenir cup was STRONG but delicious! A perfect treat on a hot summer day. I also enjoyed my lobster mac which was super cheesy but still paired well with the lobster flavor. Service was a bit on the slow side as they were rather overwhelmed. read more
8 days ago
5 months ago
Just found this famous Pub I've heard about for yours. Such an iconic pub restaurant & bar! This is a Great neighborhood pub with steel drum music the day we walked by which was so fun ! Had a few different dishes and everything is a great portion & 10/10 !! Great service everyone's so friendly too! Can't wait to frequent this family friendly dog friendly pub this summer too. Kids can play in the fountain while you have some great food & amazing mudslides fun drinks or beer they have it all! read more
Had a nice lunch at OB's while visiting Newport. Away from the waterfront, it was still full of guest at lunch time, but no wait to be seated. The front wall of the bar opens to a piazza with small fountain and most dining is outside under umbrellas. The fountain has toys and nets and we saw a number of kids enjoying some wet fun. Hostess stand is at the far side of the building. We walked in - but there may be parking in back. We asked to be seated in a shady spot (it. was. Hot!) and we were taken to a shady table by the sidewalk. A wall seperates the tables from the sidewalk. Our waitress was very pleasant and capable. She took the drink order and when she returned we ordered food and I asked her to be sure our waters were kept full. She returned shortly with a pitcher of water for the table. Excellent! I drank so much water. The menu is pub fare. Apps, salads, burgers, sandwiches plus some entrees like fish and chips. We both ordered sandwiches and chose the pasta salad as our side from their many side options. I also ordered a side salad. The salad arrived with our food, brought by a food runner which for me was good. The waitress checked in quickly to be sure everything was as expected. All good. The burger seemed a bit over cooked but has a nice char on it. The bun to burger ratio is good and it was fresh. My dining companion enjoyed their chicken sandwich and their vinegar based pasta salad. My side salad was a nice mix of greens with plenty of shredded carrot on top plus onion, tomato and red onion. Dressing on the side. Excellent lunch; good portion size, fresh ingredients, capable, friendly staff. read more
2 months ago
If I could give this place 0 stars I would. The staff are incredibly rude. No class. Trash. Wedding party came to celebrate and they were monitoring us like hawks, taking half drank drinks and pouring them out in front of us, not friendly, and pushing us out. Came here from far away and did not expect to meet such rude unfriendly people. Never would I come back here again and I do not recommend this place to ANYONE unless you want scolded read more
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Hi Ashley, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We…
1 year ago
Popped on in for a quick mudslide and glad I did. My mom is a sucker for a good mudslide and did some research and OB's came up for it! Ordered at the bar and it was already premade so it came fast and strong. Super delicious, cold and large portion. We both loved it. We bought a little souvenir and out we went. Can't wait to come again for another read more
We popped into O'Brien's Pub both hungry and thirsty. This bar more than satisfied both of our needs. Our server got our drinks quickly. The Guinness was delicious, as it should be from an Irish bar. My wife got a house Malbec, which was a pleasant surprise, for a place that may or may not serve a ton of red wine. As for the food, the portions were huge and everything tasted exceptional. My clam chowder was served almost immediately. The lobster roll was stuffed full of fresh lobster meat, served on a tasty buttered roll. This came with a side of white bean salad. The Mrs. had the grilled chicken mac and cheese. We had a great time, and as an added bonus it was bingo night. This made us hang even longer, and had a few laughs with the rest of the crowd. My only complaint was that the floors were a little sticky. This did not take away much from the overall experience. read more
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Diana L.
Thank you for the kind words, JP! We hope to see you again soon!
6 months ago
Was a really nice place to visit the staff was nice. The food was decent. They had an amazing salad bar at the ambience was cute. Definitely a place to go eat if you're looking for a quick bite read more
1 year ago
Food was delicious, I got the fish and chips, service is quick and attentive. I sat outside on the patio with my baby in her stroller and my dog under the table in the shade. The server brought out a water dish as soon as we sat down, I love this gesture that I didn't have to ask. PS: they have pink mustache magnets now. You can always count on getting magnets if you come to O'Briens, I have 3 now after dining here at 3 different occasions. You get them with your bill! If you're in newport I recommend visiting O'Briens Pub! read more
1 month ago
This place was a happy surprise, stopped in for drinks and ended up getting a couple of dishes to go with them. The calamari was crispy not chewy, best I have had in a while. The Mediterranean plate was spot on light fresh and very tasty. Me and my friend shared a Jamaican jerk chicken sandwich it was amazing. The drinks were great! my friend got 2 espresso martini she said the best she has had. I had couple fruity drinks and they were spot on. The service was great, friendly without being pushy just the way I like. The place had a good vibe and great music playing. Will be returning soon if weather ever gets warm. read more
We had a really nice lunch here. Drinks are fabulous, we had everything from Mojito's to frozen mud slides. All we're good. For lunch, we ordered mac & cheese, burgers, veggie wraps, and grilled chicken sandwiches. All were excellent, and presented beautifully. Our waitress was a doll and was really efficient and friendly. We sat outside and it was gorgeous! Great job! read more
3 years ago
Second time here. I'm from CT. We came in for a small bite and drink with a few friends. The place was packed but there were still a few tables. The bar was packed and remained packed for a while. Great beer selections and happy people. Staff was pleasant and kept coming to ask what we needed. We tried their Garlic Parmigiana Fries and Seafood Cakes (shrimp, scallops and Crabs). Omg the most perfectly crispy yet not oily and flavorful fries. The seafood cakes will not disappoint you. Trust me fool of seafood and large portion. I was extremely impressed with this seafood cake. The aioli could have had a bit more flavor but still pleasant. Loved the ambiance. May be a little too loud for some but a perfect loudness for an Irish pub. Loved it!! read more
4 months ago
3 months ago
One of my favorite places along Thames! I've been going here for the last 20+ years for drinks and lunch. Mudslides are very good and staff is always friendly. Although, when I took my girlfriend there last week, we were greeted by the security guard and his friend? Maybe he was also security? Anyways, we are in our 20's and when we sat outside with our drinks around 10pm the security guards friend was talking about "what he would do" to all of the women at the bar. They didn't notice us but, my girlfriend was bothered by it so we left. As we were leaving, security noticed we were sitting by them and said they didn't realize we were there. No big deal. As we were walking down Thames to go back to our home, the security guards friend told my girlfriend that she needs to bring her friends here and he would show them all a "good time". Definitely will not be coming back. Extremely disappointed. Might as well hire another security guard who will do his job and ensure everyone's safety & not prey on young girls! Leaving 2 stars just because their mudslides & daiquiris were good & I have a lot of childhood memories here. read more
We always go because of the fountain so the kids can play. Last time we went they shut the fountain down because a Bachelorette party was being a group of divas. The food is never good, which is sad. The service is fine. The location and physical space is the draw. read more
1 year ago
O'Brien's is a Newport staple. The people who work there are great. It's a local hangout and will fill with tourist in the summer. Indoor bar and an outdoor bar patio offer plenty of space to find your spot. They make a very good mud slide. The food has really improved. read more
2 years ago
This place is a hidden gem!!!! You need to come thru and try the nachos! Try the local brews! Try their chowder! Try it all at least one time, It played music and had tvs on every wall, I would say it's a good spot for a bigger party or small. Either way check out this place to avoid incredibly large crowded bars... AND COME PLAY BINGO read more
4 months ago
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Diana L.
Hi Charlotte, thank you for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed the…
I drove in to Newport (which I've done many times over the years the years) but this time was to photograph my friends wedding. I arrived a few hours early, and had some time to look for something to eat. I knew immediately that I wanted a lobster roll, when you're in Newport you might as well. I opened the app, I started looking around and found this nice Irish bar that served lobster rolls. I thought I was in heaven. I went in ordered an Oktoberfest beer, a shot of Jameson, and a lobster roll. The bartender behind the bar was great. Pleasant, and made sure I had everything I needed. The side of fries that came out with the lobster roll were really good! I say that because regular fries at an Irish bar usually are not that great. The lobster roll itself was delicious. The roll was stuffed with lobster, and a very nice portion. The bar itself is very nice. Plenty of seating inside and outside. I sat at the bar for my meal. Will definitely visit again the next time I'm in the area. read more
First time at O'brien's pub; we had a nice waitress, great service! The menu was extensive, lots of options. They have lots of outdoor seating, and some indoor that you still feel like outside. The kids loved the fountain that had toys they could play with. After we left they had a live singer; we heard him play as we walked by. I had a salad with grill chicken, was ok, not a lot of chicken but still tasted good. My sister had a jerk chicken sandwich, spicy but delicious. The kids had pasta and chicken strips with fries. My sister also had a frozen mango drink that was really good. Saw a few people ordering frozen drinks and they all looked great; next time i will have to try one. read more
This was a must stop for us due to their outdoor patio being on every "Newport Dog Friendly" list we researched! And boy are they dog friendly! Several other pups were around and they bring out a water bowl and a doggie menu. So cute! They get pretty packed on weekends so we tried to come before the bar crowd. Around 6/7PM there was only a 10 minute wait. We of course had to order mudslides and they were exactly what we needed! Their lobster roll was absolutely stuffed and served cold. Very tasty! I really enjoyed their greek salad and their fries were crispy and nostalgic. The service was a little slow and they forgot one of our items and added an extra item on our tab we didn't order by mistake, but they were understanding and accommodating. Would definitely be back and when the weather's nice, this is the spot to be! read more
I love O'Briens but this last trip I took could have been better. It was the frying- overcooked. The kids had chicken fingers and fries. We did fish and chips. The fish had no flavor and was mostly breading. The kids- my 2 year old could have broke his tooth! I did speak up. Our waitress removed one fish and chip from the bill. Appreciate that. She shared they had a new cook. Hopefully they work on this because I love going here especially with the kids! read more
2 years ago
Their beer battered fish and chips is a must try! Fish was very crispy outside and soft inside. It was a generous portion as well. Their jerk chicken is spicy and all the spices were a bit overpowering. Overall, not bad but nothing special for the chicken. The staff is really friendly and the vibe is great. There was live music and a good number of people standing around the bar area enjoying the show. Most of the seating area is outdoors and each table has an umbrella. We went on a rainy day so the umbrellas helped a bit but your food does get soaked in the rain on its way to your table and when it gets windy. read more
4 years ago
Great little casual pub for dinner. Service was fantastic and the food was also very good at a reasonable price. I would totally go back again!!!! I am a Reuben guy and it was VERY good. I wish the bread was grilled and not toasted and it would have been way up my list of top Reuben's. We also got the pulled pork nachos for an app and they were yummy!!! read more
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Diana L.
Thanks for the kind comments, Michael! Our Reuben is a fan favorite…
4 years ago
Okay so I reviewed O'Briens when I brought my visiting family in September and now seeing it IRL- non tourist season (#winterinnewport), I have to update and give an average of both visits... and let me say it's a total disappointment. Summer was great- salmon was on point! Now it's not even on the menu :( The winter menu is small- too small. It definitely needs more add on protein- if I wanted chicken I could make it myself much cheaper. For someone who is on a limited menu for health reasons, this is not the place in the winter. The only thing I could eat was a salad with chicken. Service is the only thing preventing me from giving three stars. Our waitress was great and very kind. I guess at least they have good taste in music... read more
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Diana L.
Hi Melissa! We’re so glad you enjoyed your first visit enough to come…
7 months ago
One of rare spots in Newport that has it's own parking lot, and chance of you getting a seat at lunch/dinner hours w/o a reservation. They have both indoor and outdoor tables. There's a kids friendly fountain in the middle with toys, very popular with kids of all ages. Food wise they are decent. Seafood items are made much better than other kinds. We really liked the curry shrimp, mussels and seafood paella. The chicken wings were average, needed some more seasoning and moist. Overall a decent option to dine, right outside of crazy busy area of Newport. read more
Service is great and they have a fountain in the middle to let kids play water/toys. Food is just ok tho. We had mussels, chicken wings, cod, seafood paella, curry shrimp, chicken sandwich. Nothing really stands out. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
After finishing the cliff walk, my husband and I came here for a late lunch. We both started off with a drink, he had a beer and I had a seasonal hard cider. For food, he had the Lobster Salad Roll with fries, and I had the Beer Battered Fish & Chips. We both enjoyed our meals - the fish was bigger than I expected and the amount of fries was a lot. We received great customer service throughout our visit. The water fountain with ducks for kids to catch was also a fun touch. read more
Stopped in for lunch and was greeted and seated promptly. Ordered Drench onion soup, beef stew., and fish and chips. French onion soup arrived piping hot in a crock covered with plenty of cheese. Broth was very flavorful with a good depth of flavor with plenty of onions. Nice sized crouton and plenty of the afore mentioned cheese. A very tasty soup. The beef stew arrived steaming hot with large chunks of potatoes, carrots and very tender beef chunks and the stew was nice and thick and seasoned perfectly. The fish and chips found the cod in a beer batter fried to a golden brown and large. Accompanied by very crispy French fries and a large portion of coleslaw. All in all an excellent meal with a very pleasant and attentive waitstaff. Definitely will return to try the rest of the menu. Oh, and the Irish coffee wasn't bad either. read more
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We are dog-friendly but only on our outdoor patio, which is open during the warmer months!
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Hi there! Pups are welcome on our outdoor patio during spring/summer/early fall months. We even have a Doggie Delite menu!
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