The first passenger airline company in the U.S. started in Newport for service to New York
If you intend to spend a good deal of time in downtown Newport, try to get accommodations as close to town as possible. Because of its age, Newport was designed as a walking town and parking can be hard to find. Try to walk between destinations and don't forget that cabs are plentiful and cheap around town.
Newport, RI Restaurants
Upscale Dining
Featured Upscale Dining Selections
22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille
Bowen's Wharf
Newport RI (401)841-8884
Newport's only certified Angus beef steakhouse. Expect to find a good selection of seafood including raw bar offerings and some of the best steak in town! Dining/bar outside on the patio in the summer. Some of the best waterfront views in Newport. Reservations recommended.
Castle Hill Inn & Resort
590 Ocean Drive
Newport RI (888)466-1355
Our pick for best sunset drink with adirondack chairs on a big sloping lawn overlooking Castle Hill Lighthouse and Newport Harbor. Fine dining inside with a great selection of local seafood and steaks. A top spot to impress a date or have an anniversary dinner. Jackets required.
Hyatt Regency - Windward Restaurant
Goat Island
Newport, RI (401)851-3325
Newly renovated, the Windward Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all with breathtaking views of Newport Harbor and historic Point Section of the city. Menu features fresh seafood, steaks and specialty items to tempt any palate! Have breakfast or lunch on the Windward Dock and for casual fare head over to Pineapples, an outdoor pool restaurant serving lunch and dinner with live music. A fantastic place to have a tropical drink and watch a Newport sunset!
The Mooring Restaurant
Sayer's Wharf
Newport RI (401)846-2260
One of only a couple of restaurants located directly on the water. Great views of the marina complement the seasonal seafood and steak specialties on the dockside patio. A Newport tradition for many years!
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Most of these restaurants have entrées starting at about $12 - $15 and dress is casual unless otherwise noted. If you would like to learn more about any restaurant listed here, simply click on the more information button and a new window will open to view their website. When done, simply close the window to return to DestinationNewport.com. Happy eating!
Café Zelda
528 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)849-4002
Known as the "best little bar between Bar Harbor and Key West", Zelda's is a favorite of locals and serves up a variety of fresh local seafood and steaks in a lively atmosphere.
Canfield House
5 Memorial Boulevard
Newport RI (401)847-0416
Wonderful outside patio bar with live music on Friday and Saturday night. Entrées include seafood, veal and steaks for lunch and dinner. A little off the beaten path but well worth it.
Mamma Luisa
673 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)848-5257
Converted house on the quieter end of Thames St offers italian dining in the house's 2 front rooms. Excellent authentic italian selections and daily specials in a casual atmosphere.
Pronto
464 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)847-5251
A European bistro style restaurant with cafe windows and an open kitchen. Casual elegance with a Mediterranean/Italian menu. Entrees range from butternut squash ravioli to Moroccan shrimp brochette. Fresh seafood, classic Italian pastas, vegetarian dishes and flavorful salads and appetizers. Home-made desserts too! Private dining room for parties.
Restaurant Bouchard
505 Thames Street
Newport RI (401)846-0123
Formal french dining but without the stuffy atmosphere. Relax and enjoy their extensive wine selection. Everything is made on the premises. If you visit, don't miss the homemade paté.
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