22 BOWEN'S WINE BAR + GRILLE
A classic harbor-side restaurant with al fresco seating, indulgent food and sophisticated charm, 22 Bowen's is situated amid the buzz of Bowen's Wharf. Opt to dine on their patio, or head across the cobblestone path to Portside (open seasonally), the restaurant's open-air, harborside bar serving up cocktails and bites.
@ THE DECK
Tucked away on Waite's Wharf overlooking the harbor is @ The Deck where a casual atmosphere and fresh, local seafood reign supreme. Their waterfront patio serves up lighter fare like fish & chips and RI calamari, alongside a selection of craft cocktails.
BELLE'S CAFE
This dockside cafe tucked away in Newport Shipyard (an actual working shipyard) is often referred to as one of Newport's hidden gems, and with good reason. The cafe's outdoor seating is situated next to some of Newport's most impressive boats and yachts; not to mention we've heard people say the pancakes are some of the best they've ever had. We won't deny it. (Open seasonally)
CASTLE HILL INN
Make your way down scenic Ocean Drive where you'll find Castle Hill peacefully tucked away. Their upscale, elegant dining room offers 180 degree views of the bay and overlooks a 42-foot high flagpole built to replicate the mast and rigging used on the 1905 Herreshoff NY-30 class sailing yachts. In sum, you feel like you're dining on an exclusive ship. Opt to dine indoors, or head outside to their waterfront lawn spotted with Adirondack chairs overlooking the bay—a summer staple. Offering panoramic views, classic New England fare and warm-weather cocktails, you might find it hard to leave.
THE CAFE AT THE CHANLER
Step outside onto the patio adorned in a sunset-inspired palette and soft flowing draped fabric panels commissioned from a local sail-maker for an ethereal experience. Like something out of a dream, The Cafe at The Chanler overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and First Beach below. Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired menu with classic New England fare for lunch and dinner.
CLARKE COOKE HOUSE
A classic Newport dining experience, the legendary Clarke Cooke House dressed in America's Cup prints and sailing memorabilia on Bannister's Wharf overlooks Newport Harbor. The first-floor Candy Store serves casual fare and crave worthy summer sushi while the second floor offers casual dining in the Bistro. On Friday and Saturday nights, head to the third floor Porch and Club Room for elegant fine dining (proper dress required). After dinner, wander upstairs to the candlelit sky bar where the tables get pushed to the side for dancing after eleven.
GIUSTO NEWPORT AT HAMMETT'S HOTEL
Located at the new Hammett's Hotel on the waterfront in downtown Newport, this freestyle Italian restaurant is the first solo venture from renowned Executive Chef and Rhode Island native Kevin O'Donnell. His original take on Italian dining comes complimented by a carefully crafted bar program offering a mix of classic and reinvented cocktails, beer from local breweries and a predominantly Italian wine list. As for the menu, think small but robust, with offerings including Ricotta Love Letters, Tagliolini and Corn Found on an Italian Street (AKA the only corn we want.)
THE RESTAURANT AT NEWPORT HARBOR ISLAND RESORT
A quick ride to Goat Island (don't worry, you can drive or walk) will land you at Newport Harbor Island Resort. When it comes to outdoor dining at this chic seaside hotel, you have your fill of options. Choose between The Restaurant, delivering fresh fish, ripe vegetables and hand-selected specialties with both indoor and outdoor seating options; The Firepits, offering light bites, cocktails and entertainment alongside a collection of outdoor fire pits overlooking the bay; and The Pineapple Club (open seasonally), a casual gathering spot situated on the bay offering specialty cocktails.
THE LANDING
Located dockside at the end of Bowen's Wharf, The Landing offers commanding views of Newport Harbor and the Newport Bridge. Savor a variety of seafood, raw bar options and more from their outdoor deck overlooking the water.
THE LOBSTER BAR
You'll be hard-pressed to find a seat closer to the harbor than on the deck at The Lobster Bar. This waterfront restaurant at the end of historic Bowen's Wharf offers scenic bay views and a menu made for lobster lovers. Lobster rolls? Check. Baked stuffed lobster? Got it. RI lobster bake? Got that too. Not a lobster fan? Not to worry, their menu offers plenty of other delights from the sea.
SKIFF BAR AT NEWPORT MARRIOTT
Skiff Bar at Newport Marriott overlooks the adjacent harbor. Menu options here include American favorites from locally sourced ingredients.
MARINA CAFE AND PUB
Just over the causeway on Goat Island is Marina Cafe and Pub, a small eatery overlooking the harbor that specializes in seafood with staples like the Marina clam chowder, Newport lobster roll, fish & chips and more.
THE MOORING
A lively atmosphere, panoramic harbor views and locally sourced cuisine compliment your experience at this Newport staple. Choose from a lengthy selection of oysters from their raw bar. Pro tip: In the warmer months, head outdoors to their mahogany deck with pristine water views.
THE PINEAPPLE CLUB
The former iconic Pineapples on Goat Island has been transformed into an easy, breezy place to sip, swim and while away the afternoon into the evening. The Pineapple Club at Gurney's Newport offers unobstructed views of Narraganset Bay and the Newport Bridge. The menu offers small bite and raw bar offerings along with salads and sandwiches. Catch DJ Nook playing every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5:00 - 10:00 PM. (Open seasonally)
PORTSIDE AT 22 BOWEN'S
Portside is like 22 Bowen's little sister restaurant: an open-air, harborside bar serving up cocktails and bites amid the liveliness of Bowen's Wharf.
THE REEF RESTAURANT
The Reef is your spot for a piece of tropical paradise without leaving New England. Set on the harbor overlooking an impressive collection of boats, their outdoor patios are outfitted with palm trees, lounge seating, a collection of fire pits and three bars. The menu here is all about celebrating international flavor, inspired by the travels of sailors to ports around the world. Think: lobster rolls, sea scallops, Moroccan crusted salmon and more.
THE SAFARI ROOM AT OCEANCLIFF
Just off historic Ocean Drive in OceanCliff, home t0 10 acres of rolling lawns with ocean views and 24 stylized guest rooms. The resort's onsite restaurant, The Safari Room, overlooks Narragansett Bay and the Newport Bridge for a scenic dining experience.
SALTWATER AT NEWPORT HARBOR HOTEL
Saltwater at Newport Harbor Hotel combines New England charm and cuisine in a lively atmosphere. Enjoy classics like deconstructed New England clam chowder and buckets of waffle fries (not an exaggeration) all with a waterfront view.
SKIFF BAR AT NEWPORT MARRIOTT
The outdoor deck at Skiff Bar at Newport Marriott overlooks Newport Harbor and offers a menu of craft and local brews, specialty cocktails, and delicious appetizers including flatbread pizzas, signature wings and more. Lounge at one of the outdoor tables or plush seats and savor the sea breeze.
DIEGO'S BARRIO CANTINA
The sister restaurant of the downtown Diego's location, Diego's Barrio Cantina in Middletown serves up classic favorites from the original location including a variety of vegan offerings like the vegan nachos, vegan burrito, vegan tacos, a kale and peptic salad, and a vegan quesadilla. The outdoor deck overlooks Newport's reservoir for Mexican with a side of picturesque views.
FLO'S CLAM SHACK
Featured on Food Network's Best of Rhode Island, Flo's Clam Shack has been a staple for life-changing seafood in Newport since 1936. Grab a menu and place your order at the counter—we recommend the award-winning clam cakes—then grab a seat on either floor of this casual, oceanfront shack. For a worthwhile view, head upstairs to the front sun room overlooking Newport's First Beach.
Pro tip: Food Network's Chris Cosentino named the fried clam roll the best thing he's ever eaten. Don't skip it.
15 POINT ROAD
15 Point Road in Portsmouth is known for upscale menu items (think: pesto crusted salmon and cajun pan-seared native swordfish) in a casual setting. Their menu is largely influenced by local offerings and their expanded front and back patio overlooks the Sakonnet River making for a serene experience.
BLUE ANCHOR GRILL
From the owner of neighboring Tremblay's Bar & Grill comes this casual eatery in Portsmouth's Island Park. The menu the new Blue Anchor Grill offers a little bit of everything, including flatbreads, tacos, small plates and entree options from land and sea. When the weather is warm, head outside to the restaurant's beer garden outfitted with umbrellas, picnic tables and a canopy of string lights.
FLO'S DRIVE-IN
Welcome to the OG Flo's Clam Shack. Originally opened in Portsmouth in 1936, the renowned shack started as a chicken coop moved from Flo's farm to Island Park. The drive-in location serves most of the favorites from the Middletown location, including award-winning clam cakes, homemade 'chowda,' stuffed quahogs (a Rhode Island staple), and combo plates.
GRAZIANO'S 501 CAFE
The type of neighborhood eatery where, in time, they'll know your order before you reach your seat, Graziano's 501 Cafe has been operating out of Portsmouth's Island Park for 11 years. It started as "Barnacle Bill's," then transformed into what we know today as Graziano's, where breakfast is served all day, and the expansive lunch menu offers burgers, salads, *deluxe* sandwiches, seafood favorites and more.
GULF STREAM BAR & GRILLE
Locally sourced ingredients take on an innovative twist at Gulf Stream Bar & Grille where the menu fuses New England flavors with recipes from regions along the Gulf Stream. Located in Narragansett Bay's largest marina, this is your spot for comfortable, casual dining with a water view. Choose from raw bar offerings, sandwiches like the Caribbean Pulled Pork sandwich and the Jamaican Jerk Chicken Salad sandwich, and entrees from land and sea.
Pro tip: Bring your BFF to experience their doggie menu.
LOCALZ KITCHEN + COCKTAILS
The menu at this neighborhood restaurant in Portsmouth's Island Park is full of comfort food, from New England clam chowder and a crock of French onion soup to fajitas, pizza and pasta. Located on the waterfront, Localz offers a coastal atmosphere with an expansive menu, live entertainment and an outdoor patio overlooking the Sakonnet River.
BOAT HOUSE
Named among the most scenic restaurants in the country by OpenTable, Boat House in Tiverton combines all the best things about New England into one fine dining experience: fresh seafood, an ocean breeze and nautical charm. Savor fresh, local seafood along the Sakonnet River.
EVELYN'S DRIVE-IN
This family-owned seafood shack open seasonally is located on Nanaquaket Pond in quaint Tiverton and has been a fixture of Rhode Island since its inception more than 40 years ago. Aside from scenic views, you'll find all your seafood favorites, like fried clams and traditional RI clam chowder; plus a few items with a twist, like lobster chow mein. Reservations Monday - Thursday only (must be made same day as dining experience). All parties limited to 5 or less guests.
Pro tip: Keep an eye out for Evelyn’s BIOBUG, a diesel VW Bug powered by clam cakes and Newport Biodiesel. Newport Biodiesel picks up the used fry oil produced by Evelyn's fried offerings, processes it, and then fills the BIOBUG with biodiesel. In 2010, Evelyn’s recycled 27,000 lbs of fry oil!
THE RED DORY
Specializing in Mediterranean inspired farm-coast cuisine, The Red Dory in Tiverton is highlighting the freshest ingredients sourced from local farms and fishermen. With views of the Sakonnet River, and al fresco seating in the warmer months, enjoy selections from their raw bar, or choose classic entrees like fish & chips and steak frites.
