Food was great as usual. The lunch combo is great for a quick bite to eat and Jessica was very…read morefriendly and provided great service as always! Definitely worth stopping by here whenever I get a chance, being one of the very few BBQ spots around especially.

I've been to Becky's several times although they would not know me from a hole in the wall. Their…read morefood is awesome! Let me share with you what happened today. I had already gone to Benjamin's for my clams and oysters fix. I was looking for some ribs! Becky's is it go to. But I just wanted to sit down and eat in peace and have a glass of wine. No worries, RI is a BYOB state... So I asked where is the nearest liquor store and the woman behind the counter said right across the street. I put my order in, and left and got a beautiful bottle of wine to have with my dinner. When I came back I was told that that could not be consumed on the premises. It's against the law. ???? I have been to numerous restaurants in Rhode Island that offer BYOB. We had a lively discussion... what she was telling me was inaccurate but she did not want to hear it. I was perplexed. Why would they tell me that the liquor store was across the street knowing I was going there to pick up a bottle of wine? any event read the law but I'd love to hear your comments. Becky's: "There is no such thing as BYOB in Rhode Island; Rhode Island law doesn't allow it." That's incorrect. Rhode Island DBR expressly discusses legal BYOB establishments, and Middletown's ordinance expressly recognizes them One more famous Newport BYOB deserves mention: Winner Winner was repeatedly singled out as one of Newport's best BYOB restaurants--Condé Nast Traveler specifically described it as BYOB. However, because that information is older, I would call before bringing a bottle rather than tell you it's definitely still BYOB today.And there's an important point from our Becky's discussion: I found enough current BYOB restaurants in Rhode Island to make their statement that "there's no such thing as BYOB in Rhode Island" even more clearly wrong. If you'd like, I can broaden this beyond Newport County and find the 10 best BYOB dinner restaurants in all of Rhode Island,

Having a bad day in Newport looking for ribs! So excited to…read moresee RISING TIDE BBQ except it only exists in the Twilight zone. I went to the address, I called, I went into the business! What is listed as Rising Tide is actually the FOOD SHACK. Hmmmm. No worries... as long as I could get my ribs! Guess what... Rising Tide and the Food Shack are one... I guess one is the food truck, or caterer? Food Shack is the stand alone. They don't have ribs!?? I did order some food but it was subpar. Sent it back immediately. Oh my.

This is going to be devastating to some other fine contenders, but this is the best BBQ on the…read moreisland. Daily specials, military discount, nice people at the register, they have it all. Except ribs. There weren't any ribs when I went. You can eat inside or outdoors if you prefer living like a caveman. I'll take the a/c and no bugs in my food...thank you! Small establishment with big servings. Definitely about to be a weekly lunch stop.

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!

We stopped by Wharf Fishhouse & Tiki Bar specifically to try the tiki drinks. My husband is really…read moreinto tiki cocktails and has spent a lot of time reading about and making drinks from Smuggler's Cove, Don the Beachcomber, and the classic tiki tradition, so we were excited to see what Newport's tiki bar was doing. Unfortunately, the drinks were a pretty big disappointment. We asked for an original/classic Mai Tai, rather than the restaurant's interpretation or a modern spin. What we received was essentially just a glass of rum. There was very little citrus or almond/orgeat character coming through. A classic Mai Tai should have a much more balanced combination of rum, citrus, and orgeat, and the drink we received didn't come close. I also asked if they could make a Saturn. They said they could, although they couldn't make it frozen--which isn't actually an issue since a classic Saturn doesn't need to be frozen. The drink tasted fine, but it didn't really taste like a Saturn. The service itself was nice, and the staff did try to accommodate our requests, so this isn't a complaint about the people working there. That said, if a bar can't confidently execute a classic cocktail, I'd honestly rather they say so and recommend something from their menu than serve something that doesn't resemble the drink being requested. That's ultimately what left us disappointed. We weren't expecting every drink to be historically perfect, and there's absolutely room for creative tiki riffs. But if you're going to call yourself a Tiki Bar, being able to execute at least some of the foundational classics seems pretty important. The waterfront location is fun, and if you're simply looking for a fruity tropical cocktail while wandering around Newport, this might be your spot. But for someone genuinely interested in tiki cocktails, this felt more like a tourist-friendly waterfront bar serving tropical drinks than an authentic tiki bar with a serious cocktail program.

Someone randomly posted a picture of their chicken Tandori meal from here yesterday and I hadn't…read morehad lunch, so I HAD to order that for dinner. I had fried chicken here years ago yet had no idea they had gyro's and other options, plus they are located at the end of my street! I have been craving and daydreaming about a lunch dish i got when i worked in NYC with rice and salad and lamb, and yesterday I got to order it and have it here in RI! I ordered the lamb plate and the chicken plate and my husband and I were in heaven. ALSO, I picked it up on my way home from work with my son in the car and I asked the gentleman if he would be able to bring it out to my car if I paid with a card, and he said yes! Made everything so easy. They also seem to have a website that takes orders online :) SO happy i came across that post because this is one of my favorite places now and so close to home. I believe they deliver too.

Had an hour lunch and decided to try this place. Walked in and decided on the mix plate and one…read morechicken wing to try. Food came out in about 10min or so. Mix rice if lamb and chicken. Dish came with salad and sauce. Half way through my food I remembered I had a chicken wing. I went to the counter and asked for my wing. Owner gave me an extra one. Wing was seasoned well but it was a bit dry. My rice plate had way too much oil, not sure if that's normal. The amount of food you get is a good deal but the rice plate was lacking some flavor.

Today while driving through Middletown RI, on a weekend trip to Newport from PA, Food Shack popped…read moreup on goggle maps. Excellent experience. Happy we chose it. Blackened tuna burrito and the islander salad, as well as a side of macaroni and cheese with beans on top were all excellent. All the salad ingredients were fresh and crispy. I especially liked the ginger dressing on the salad. We chose to east inside All the staff we encountered were welcoming and attentive. This is a must if you are in Newport. Thank you Food Shack.

Stopped by The Food Shack and had an overall decent experience. The entrance way is a little tight,…read morebut once you get inside there's actually a good amount of covered outdoor seating, which was nice. They also offer free water, and there's a one-stall bathroom in the back, which was convenient. We ordered bowls for all three meals and overall the food was pretty good. I personally liked the pork and chicken bowls the best -- both had good flavor and were enjoyable. The steak, however, wasn't my favorite. It was pretty tough and seemed overcooked. On the bright side, the plantains were cooked perfectly and had an excellent flavor. Service was fast, which we appreciated, and they had a solid drink selection. We tried the local sweet tea, which was a nice touch. While this visit was a bit hit or miss food-wise, there's enough potential that we'd probably come back and try the burritos or tacos next time.

Great atmosphere, Great service and great food!! Stuffies…read moreare to die for, and the Ahi tacos delicious! Must be a great place to work as the staff were amazing!!

Came in for an early Christmas meal with some of my elderly family and my sisters young children…read more The staff was amazing dealing with the varying needs of the 10 of us! The food was tasty and quite reasonably priced considering how big the serving sizes were!

Our meal at Scratch Kitchen in Newport was great! The tomato bisque soup was some of the best I…read morehave ever had. It was a very friendly atmosphere. The food was served quickly and the prices were reasonable. We were very glad to have found this place!

Amazing frittata grilled cheese sandwiches made for a very hearty breakfast. Good quirky vibesread more

I came into this beautiful sandwich shop looking for a nice quick bite. Very easy to get in and out…read morebut they do have a small outdoor patio you can eat at. They ended up running out of the materials for the sandwich I ordered, and when they told me they comped my whole meal and got me a replacement promptly. Very yummy and I'm sad I could only try one sandwich bc they all sounded so good. Very nice people and atmosphere here. Couldn't recommend it enough

The food tasted good. I believe the portions sizes were large and prices were fair…read more Went with a group of friends, unfortunately, one of my friend's waited over 20 minutes for her sandwich. I asked for my sauces on the side and needed to go back in to request it. Limited seating. Picnic benches are outside.

If you're in Newport, Sprout & Lentil is a must-go--and totally worth the 10-15 minute drive…read moreoutside of Newport. It's a small, cozy spot with just a few tables and countertop seating, plus a couple of outdoor tables that are dog-friendly. The truffle mac & cheese may be one of the best vegan mac & cheeses I've had in a really long time. So creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious. The cauliflower bites were another favorite--fresh, crunchy little nuggets tossed perfectly in honey mustard. I originally thought the sauce would come on the side for dipping, but I actually loved that they were coated so evenly. So good! Hubby had the Rubenesque sandwich, and everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. There was also a steady stream of people picking up online orders and grabbing food to go, which definitely made us feel like this is a local favorite. I'd definitely recommend grabbing a meal here, or taking it to go for a beach picnic or to enjoy at one of Newport's scenic spots. And if you're looking for coffee and heading out of Newport, seriously recommend Simple Merchant House. We stopped there right before Sprout & Lentil, and again as we were leaving Newport on our last day. After lunch, we looped back into Newport to visit The Breakers and Marble House, making for such a fun day.

Had to change up my taco Tuesday routine so went vegan today with a place I have heard a lot of…read moregreat things about with Sprout and Lentil! Dine in and take out options available here. Smaller shared parking lot to be mindful of here. Very welcoming staff that provided a great overview of the menu, drinks, made to take items and weekly specials. Casual relaxed atmosphere here with some music jamming in the background. Window bar seating if you are on your own or tables for four if meeting for a quick lunch bite. Started with a small chili which was fresh and full of flavor. For the main went with the Tuesday special with the recommended fish tacos (hearts of palm layered with nori flakes, crisp grated carrot, and shredded purple cabbage and a sliced jalapeño. Crispy tortilla with side of beans and rice). You can add a fresh pico and guac for additional prices, had both and were delicious! Assortment of drinks in the fridge along with some premade items (staff said it is rotational items and prepped earlier in the week if you want to max your options). After eating here can see what all the buzz was for a standout vegan option on island. A group came in after me and ordered a pizza that looked awesome as well. Will be back to try more of the menu when able!!

The place is happening and hopping! The bartenders are well-schooled, the service is great, spot…read moreand the food was excellent. Great people, great atmosphere, and great leadership--that's how you stay successful. Always a stop in twice this time