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Newport's Best Coffee Shops

Hand-roasted beans. Artisanal aroma. Aesthetic atmosphere. When it comes to coffee shops, no matter your cup of joe, Newport and its surrounding areas have it brewing for you. Below are the top spots to start your day off on the right note…

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Newport Restaurant Week Returns, November 1-10

The flavors of nine coastal communities, all rolled up into 10 savory days. Newport Restaurant Week now takes place annually each fall, the perfect setting for this well-seasoned event. So as you put away your sandals and suits, loosen your…

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Where To Slurp Oysters Right Now

As foodie tradition dictates, oysters are best when harvested in months with the letter 'r'—September to April—when cool temperatures signal them to plump and sweeten for winter hibernation. That being said, this rule may have had some…

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100+ Awesome Places To Eat Outside Right Now

It's officially patio season in Newport! What better time to experience the area's outdoor dining scene than when the weather is warm and the sea breeze hits just right . Jump to outdoor dining in: Newport | Warren | Bristol | Middletown |…

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Lobster Rolls Worth Traveling to Newport For

Newport is synonymous with seafood. Oysters? Our main food group. Clam cakes? Can't live without 'em. And then there's the crown jewel of seafood: the lobster roll. Chunks of fresh-from-the-ocean lobster meat drizzled with warm butter…

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Iconic Ice Cream Shops In + Around Newport

Summer on The Classic Coast is here and while the ocean breeze might help beat the heat, ice cream certainly does it better. These local shops, some of which have been staples since the 1950s, offer the best scoops around. From classic…

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Best Rooftop Bars for Summer in Newport

Whether you're looking for an elevated experience with chic ambiance and a killer view, or you're hoping to kick it back with some oysters and a cocktail, these rooftop bars have you covered. 41 Mary Street, Newport, RI You can count on…

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Clam Shacks You Can't Skip

There's just something about a humble, dine-in-the-rough clam shack after a day at the beach, the Atlantic still drying on your skin and a paper plate spotted with grease on the rickety picnic table before you. Below are three clam shacks…

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Top Spots for Vegan Food In + Around Newport

Newport is often acclaimed as a can't-miss retreat for seafood lovers (have we mentioned we love a lobster roll?) That doesn't change the fact that it's a really good time to be vegan in Newport right now—in fact, Newport was recently named…

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