TSK Thames Street Kitchen

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.

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Tuscan kale salad, avocado, pine nuts, parmesan, sun-dried tomato vinaigrette

22 Bowen's

4.0(1.1k reviews)

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My favorite ambience of all the places we went in Newport! The exterior and interior are beautiful…read moreand what I imagine an English pub would look like. Very cozy upstairs bar. There's also a separate bar outside and nice patio seating right by the boats. Our service and food here were excellent. We were celebrating our anniversary and received complimentary champagne toasts. I ordered the fish and chips and it was the best I've had in a long time. My husband has a lot of food allergies (including dairy and wheat) and enjoyed his steak. He felt totally safe eating here.

Ordered: Dragonfruit Margarita (~$16): blanco tequila,…read moretriple sec, dragon fruit, lime, black salt rim Passionfruit Spritz (~$16): passionfruit liquor, prosecco, soda Crispy Calamari (~$19): three-pepper mint relish, lemon Lobster Bisque (~$16): knuckle & claw meat, chives Bone in Delmonico 18oz (~$67): with truffle butter Truffle Mac & Cheese (~$16) 22B Mashed Potatoes (~$12) Old Fashioned Carrot Cake (complimentary): with caramel sauce Aya's take: It was our last night in Newport and we were also celebrating my birthday, and I'm so glad we chose 22 Bowen's! Service was attentive, the restaurant is super spacious, and the food was delicious. We started with a couple cocktails which were decent but I would suggest a bottle of wine instead to better suit their menu. The Crispy Calamari was so satisfying. It was crispy, not chewy at all, and the peppers and lemon added a bright zestiness to each bite. The Lobster Bisque was also the best I've ever had. It was soothing, buttery, and loaded with lobster! Since we were sharing, they pre-split the portion for us which was a thoughtful touch. We got the Bone In Delmonica 18oz which comes with one accompanying sauce. We got the truffle butter and I wish they'd give at least 2 because the horseradish crema and chimichurri also caught my eye. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium. It was charred on the outside, juicy on the inside, and went well with the sides. Speaking of sides, the Truffle Mac & Cheese is a huge portion for ~$16! Not to mention, it's so creamy, cheesy, and earthy from the truffle. I loved it! The 22B Mashed Potatoes were delicately smooth and paired well with the steak. We ended with the Old Fashioned Carrot Cake which was moist, had good texture, and a delicious cream cheese frosting. I appreciate the fact that it was complimentary; getting a free birthday dessert has become a lost art but not at 22 Bowen's! Highly recommend making a reservation for a special occasion or just a memorable dinner!

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Dragonfruit Margarita (~$16)

The Pub at Two Mile Corner

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Yelp convinced me I need to come here for wings and I am so glad I obliged…read more This spot would be my go to wing place if I lived here. The dry rub wings have legit flavor and the bleu cheese had actual chunks. It's a busy place but it's 100% worth it.

What a great find today! We had the cheese curds, pork belly candy and tots, and Thai peanut wings…read more Everything was delicious and we cleaned our plates! Service was exceptional-friendly- and we were well taken care of. If I was local, this would be on the rotation. Thanks!

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Celebrating my niece's birthday. You know you're in New…read moreEngland when one of the sides included in the meal is a quahog. . Lol This cutely decorated restaurant serves up some delicious food. We had the lobster topped steak perfectly cooked to medium. We added a bottle of J Pinot. Perfect pairing. You also have to try the lemon cello cake and lemon drop martinis. Yum! The owner personally checked on us a couple of times. Great service and live entertainment!

Another amazing dinner. Great service as always. Classic…read moreRoquefort Salmon Salad. Delicious

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White Horse Tavern

3.9(881 reviews)

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What an exquisite place! The White Horse Tavern is the oldest tavern in Newport. It's has such an…read moreold rustic vibe to it. The service was excellent! Our waiter was very attentive as were all of the staff. They even brought us two glasses of champagne to toast our anniversary. To eat, I ordered a Caesar salad and the swordfish. The salad was perfectly dressed. The swordfish was cooked perfectly and served with mashed potatoes and a pineapple salsa. It was very good. My husband ordered the clam chowder and the halibut. They only had a bowl of chowder, not a cup. He was so stuffed after eating the chowder that he could barely finish the halibut. For dessert, we ordered the caramel apple bread pudding. The first few bites were good, but it was a little too sweet for me. All in all, we really loved this place and can't wait to go back.

We enjoyed our time here. Be sure to make a reservation so you can sit in the main dining. I just…read morehappen to see that fact when looking up hours. I would have been disappointed. It was great to eat in such a historic place. It felt like you are sitting in history, which you are! But I mean like making your own little mark. The food was fine. I loved the clam chowder that was my favorite. I got a seasonal steak with sea salt I thought it was just ok. My partner loved his beef wellington, I thought it had a sweet flavor I didnt care for. We also had a really good wine. The service was great very attentive without being overbearing and we had a great view out the window. Definitely recommend this place just for the history alone.

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@OldPubClub at the @WhiteHorseTavern in Newport, RI

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The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar

4.1(2.7k reviews)

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10/10 would recommend. Got seated immediately in the bar and because the bar is separate just a…read morenice vibe all around. Staff super friendly! Got the fish and chips and the seafood pasta. Phenomenal!

Another wonderful meal in Rhode Island. The Mooring offers a variety of delicious seafood. Today,…read morewe came here to dine on clam chowder, muscles and a seafood pasta. The clam chowder was thick and creamy and tasted great without crackers or other additives. The muscles were plentiful and cooked in a buttery season. They were perfectly cooked and almost fell out of their shell. My seafood pasta consisted of noodles with seared shrimp and scallops. Nicely done and sprinkled with a cheesy seasoning. Lisa, our server provided us with the information needed to help us decide on what to eat and drink. She came to our table several times. The only problem is that making the food took awhile. So be patient. The location of being by the water in the Wharf was fantastic. We could see the boats as they came and went. The day was gorgeous and added to the view. Thank you Mooring Seafood and Lisa for a fantastic experience.

Fish Sandwich (~$20)

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Jo's American Bistro

4.3(604 reviews)

0.4 mi

Saturday night - 6 adults - 4 children. Made reservation, 2 celiac adults!! We sat on outside deck,…read morewas perfect for our group, service was very prompt and food was delicious!!

As a New Yorker who visits Newport several times a year (thank you, timeshare life), Jo's is always…read moremy very first stop in town, and for good reason. From the moment you walk in, the place is spotless. The windows practically sparkle, the bathrooms are arguably the cleanest in Newport (a detail that never goes unnoticed), and the décor? Absolutely stunning. The craftsmanship alone, especially the woodwork is worth admiring before you even glance at the menu. Speaking of which, the food is consistently excellent, but what truly sets Jo's apart is the service. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, yet incredibly attentive. It feels less like dining out and more like being welcomed into someone's home, if that someone also happens to serve fantastic meals. The staff are genuinely warm, friendly, and engaging. You can tell they enjoy what they do, they're laughing, smiling, and connecting with guests in a way that feels authentic. That kind of culture starts from the top, so hats off to the management for creating such a positive environment. Thank you again for another amazing dinner, I'm already looking forward to my next visit this fall.

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Martini and yachtie pants

Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant

4.2(1.9k reviews)

0.7 mi

Came here for lunch and there was a line to get in. Since I was only one I ate at the bar so I…read moredidn't have to wait I was stuck between a couple of options and went with the chicken bacon ranch pizza which was very delicious and filling. I could only eat half of it, so it's good to share with two people. I'm sure you can't go wrong with whatever you order! I will definitely be back!

I took my nieces to Brick Alley Pub for some appetizers and the menu selection was really good…read more We ended up getting their fried calamari and their chicken wings. Both were prepared very well. The calamari was tender and moist on the inside but crispy on the outside. The wings were also very moist on the inside while the outside really good with the sauce we picked. Our server was good and pleasant.

Bar area

Clams were cooked perfectly

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Pumpkin and butternut squash ravioli

Ida's Restaurant

4.2(199 reviews)

3.1 mi

Friends decided for an Italian night out and one of their fav's is Ida's! Have to say I was very…read moreimpressed with this gem in Middletown! We started with a few app's between large antipasto, mushroom caps and bolognese bread. Such a great combo to enjoy. Main for me was bolognese, after having on the bread it was a shoe in for the main and it was rich and full of flavor! Desert we grabbed two of the specials to split as Our bellies were nearly at capacity (plus already planned to take half the main home). Both cones were amazing, PB chocolate very rich and the lemon cello olive oil was fresh and light. Service was quick and very gracious as our party staggered in haphazardly. We were quickly served, always bussed and cleared and graciously given the next portion of our meal. The vibe is casual and upbeat, average noise level to enjoy a great conversation with friends over an amazing meal!

Had a great dinner here! Came with my infant daughter for a de facto solo dinner. I was able to be…read moreseated right away, and the staff was super accommodating. After perusing the menu, the mussels special was calling me, but unfortunately they had run out. I had to settle for the scallop special, which wasn't settling at all! It was fabulous, I absolute loved the blackened cream sauce and the little bits of corn added a perfect sweet touch. The portion wasn't super big though so I opted to also get the firecracker shrimp. This was nothing to write home about, I would not get this appetizer again. The locale was nice and moody and the staff was so sweet. Would definitely recommend and would definitely come back!

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Atlantic Grille

3.8(461 reviews)

1.8 mi

This place is great! Our server Kelsey was so good, and the food was amazing. I had my first…read morestuffie (stuffed quahog clam), and some amazing scallops and my husband had the baked cod. Prices were so good, everything was fresh, and it was nice and cozy and clean. Highly recommend.

We stayed at an Airbnb in Middletown so this place was a 2 minute drive. Ordered large take-out…read moreorder for breakfast several mornings from here. Service is super slow and not welcoming. Also very quiet each time I came here. Would not return when I'm back in Newport.

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Ashley L.

5 years ago

TSK was everything we'd heard and read about in the reviews. We sat at the. We sat at the chefs counter and were totally absorbed with watching them create all of the amazing dishes. Chefs counter is definitely the place to sit. In terms of vibe, it was definitely cool casual with clearly upscale technique going into the dishes. Highly recommend the mission cuts. We were debating between the Halibut Porterhouse and Mission Cuts and so glad we went with the steak. Definitely top 3 steaks ever, maybe best, just something about the flavor put it over the too. The Caesar salad was also delicious, totally unique and flavorful. And the ravioli with the warm bread to sop up the sauce was a must. Would 100% come back again. read more

Matt G.

1 year ago

Instead of calling this person on the phone like an adult, the owner, Miss Jenkins acted like a coward and posted this to facebook. Do you really want to give this kind of person your money. I know I don't !!! I'm assuming you've never had an emergency or issue come up ever and you can walk on water? read more

Dianna R.

6 years ago

Delicious food! Best meal we had in Newport! Chicken was excellent! We started with the warm bread and raviolo as recommended by our waiter and it did not disappoint. We had a really fun night when we visited. Would recommend to anyone. read more

Angelos K.

127

1 year ago

It was very average - nothing bad nothing to get excited about. However, one of the less good food experiences I had while in Newport.

Sally R.

3 months ago

I have lived in Newport numerous years, this is the most anit-American place I have experienced.

Jeff G.

180

6 years ago

Very tasty and Jenny, our server, took good care of us!

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