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    The Quencher

    4.0 (83 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Live music
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Wicked Good Time
    Thomas T.

    A great casual spot away from the busy Bowen's Wharf. Went here during bingo night during the week. The bar gives good vibes and is popular with a nice crowd. There's street parking and it's in a really walkable area. The wicked good time pizza was really creative and good. I throughly enjoyed the calamari with the aioli as a topping. The aioli itself is addictive. With the heavy toppings you may need to use a fork and knife if you're not strategic.

    Interior!
    Katie C.

    The Quencher is one of Newport's newer additions, and it's a welcome surprise tucked just down the street from the Newport Marriott. The space, formerly an Irish pub, has been completely transformed with a retro-cool, 1950s-inspired aesthetic. Think upscale diner meets cocktail lounge--but it's very much a bar, not a diner. The decor is playful yet polished, and the overall atmosphere feels fresh and unique for Newport. The drink menu leans into the vintage theme with classics like gimlets and Manhattans, and everything we tried was crafted perfectly--balanced, flavorful, and just plain fun to sip. They also offer live music and karaoke, adding to the laid-back, social energy of the place. Although we didn't eat during this visit, I took a peek at the menu and it looked super creative and tempting. The Quencher has a cool factor that feels both nostalgic and fresh--definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a new favorite hangout in Newport. Service was on point and attentive! Looking forward to coming back!

    Thick Crust Grandma Squares
    Emily S.

    I had high hopes, but this was honestly a huge letdown. The dish arrived looking sloppy and unappetizing--bread was burnt in spots yet somehow still soggy in others. The cheese wasn't properly melted and had that rubbery texture, and the sauce tasted bland and watered down. It was just thrown together without any attention to quality or presentation. The side of sauce didn't help much-- Overall, this felt overpriced for what was essentially poorly executed comfort food. Definitely not something I'd order again. Drinks were also disappointing and watered Down.

    Meg M.

    This spot is super cute and the food was amazing! They had quite the menu for both food and drinks, and I will def be back. Meg and Weller took care of me and were both wonderful. I came for best pizza RI but will be back for lasagna dip, meatballs, bingo, beat the cocktail night and more! What a great experience! This place is cute and the food is yummy!

    Cute Halloween decor
    Jordon C.

    Quench a sailor's thirst, and come here for a scrumptious burger and beer deal! The staff are phenomenal and so very attentive. Live music, great patrons, clean bathrooms, and a genuinely friendly atmosphere. Cheers to this establishment and a shout out to Amanda and Claus for dealing with our debauchery!

    Prosciutto Arugula
    Daniel G.

    Loved the prosciutto arugula pizza- asked for tomato sauce instead of Parmesan lemon cream sauce and it had a nice kick (actually with some Parmesan and lemon flavor on top anyway). Big pie for the price so that's an extra plus. We sat on the upper level in late afternoon overlooking the harbor which made for nice ambiance (along with some funny/kitschy bumper stickers). Service was good too.

    Lasagna Dip
    Jennifer F.

    Came tonight for some appetizers. Got the lasagna dip which was amazing. Got the eggplant and a house salad. Got their quencher margaritas. The staff was friendly and super cool. Good music, great atmosphere. House salad had a bit too much vinaigrette dressing for my tastes but overall great spot

    Buffalo wings
    Rob P.

    The Quencher was ok, the Buffalo wings had there own take on the sauce, maybe a bit tangy it was hard to place it. From the pic you can see you don't get many. My wife's hamburger tasted like one you would get at a county fair & the mozzarella sticks were your basic restaurant depot style.its basically a tourist trap. Our server was nice & the food came out in a decent amount of time. The view from the upstairs patio bar & dining are was terrific & the bar/restaurant was very clean. I wouldn't recommend this place for great bar food but it's a decent enough place to hang out.

    Caprese sandwich
    Lizzy K.

    Came here with my friend and her family, my husband- had a wonderful time eating on the laid back rooftop overlooking the wharf. Very kid friendly but so fun for all ages. Such friendly service and super chill vibes. I shared a sandwich and pizza with my friend, the sandwich was excellent, a reason alone to revisit. The pizza was a little spicy and had a crispy charred crust.

    Cheese Slices
    Tim C.

    Came here for the Rhode Island Food Fights Lord of the Pies competition. The Quencher has a cool 50s vibe going for it, and it's clearly more of a bar that happens to serve food than a restaurant that happens to have a bar. Unfortunately, that became pretty apparent during my visit. Let's start with the pizza, which is... well, interesting. Picture a 1-inch thick focaccia bread with some sauce on top. While the bread itself might have been enjoyable with a simple pat of butter, it doesn't quite work as a pizza base. Their tomato pie version adds some heat with red pepper flakes and chunkier sauce, but the cheese version is let down by bland, forgettable cheese and tasteless sauce. The service was puzzling. Despite being the only customers in the establishment, getting a refill on my Coke felt like trying to solve a mystery - "Why is this place called 'Rhe Quencher' if I can't get a refill?" one that remained unsolved throughout the meal. While I can imagine this place humming on evenings and weekends as a bar spot, the daytime service left much to be desired. The verdict? The Quencher seems like it could be a cool spot for drinks, and that retro 50s atmosphere has potential. But if you're here for the pizza, you might want to quench your thirst elsewhere - and your hunger too, for that matter. Weekend service might be better, but the pizza probably won't be.

    Chicken sandwiches using pizza bread. Very different but very tasty.
    Scout S.

    Small bar with an excellent menu of food. We started with the truffle fries. They were crispy and tasty. We then had the chicken Parm sandwich and the grilled chicken club. Both were very delicious and highly recommended. The service was spectacular. If I could find one fault, it was a little bit dark in the place. If you're at the Wyndham resort it's just a short walk away.

    Cristina C.

    After a little shopping we stopped in for a quick glass of wine and a snack. We ordered a lovely Sangiovese and arancini. The wine and snack were super delicious. The dipping sauce was homemade and so were the crispy aranci. Service was exceptional and timely!

    Signs don't lie
    Wine O.

    Don't judge a book by its cover fits so well here. We've passed this place so many times but decided to stop in for a quick drink this time. What appears to be a dive bar is one of the most down to earth places in Newport serving up some of the best home away from home nosh. The bartender we had should be the first person you go visit when coming to Newport. She's got the inside scoop on everything in town. Real people, real damn good modernized Italian American classic foods. Do try the Negroni on draft. This restaurant will now be our first stop anytime we come to town.

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    Thanks so much, Daniel!

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    Thanks for the feedback Rob. Sorry we missed the mark for you.

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    Best sandwiches in Newport, servers and bartenders also awesome , roof top is the best

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