Midtown Oyster Bar

4.5

2012 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Lively
Good for special occasions
Hot spot

Midtown Oyster Bar is Newport #1 choice when it comes to the freshest seafood and the largest raw bar in town.

Our two story building offer 2 bar areas, the first floor tavern and the second floor Burgee Bar. Located right on Thames Street, there is no better place in town to watch the hustle and bustle of downtown Newport. Our tavern area has high top tables for a casual, bar atmosphere, where you can gather with friends to enjoy a great meal, or a few beverages. Three dining rooms and three outside decks allow for plenty of dining space as well as the availability for private parties.

Whether you are looking for casual snacks and cocktails with friends or a formal dining experience, Midtown Oyster Bar has everything you could possibly be looking for.

**In order to provide the best service possible we are limiting table seating to parties of 8 or less.
A credit card is required for reservations of 6 or more people. There will be a $50 charge for a "No Show/No Call" reservation.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(401) 619-4100 ext. 1
Website
http://midtownoyster.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Midtown Oyster Bar is the ultimate location to host your next event. Whether it be a rehearsal dinner, corporate event, cocktail party or special occasion, we certainly have the perfect space for you. Our private events director will coordinate with you to create a one-of-a-kind experience, customized specifically to your needs and event size.

Location
343 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840
Neighborhood
Newport
Cross street
Perry Mill Wharf
Parking details
There is a private parking lot located at the end of Perry Mill Wharf, behind Midtown Oyster Bar. The lot is cash or credit card and charges by the day. There are other similar lots within a block of restaurant. Street parking is metered from May 1 to October 31.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

R.I. Calamari$18.00
Cornmeal, Pickled Peppers, Spicy Aioli
Char-Grilled Octopus$22.00
Orzo, Olives, Watercress
Wicked Shrimp$18.00
Hot & Spicy Broth, Toasted Baguette
Steamed Littleneck Clams$19.00
Native Clams, Lemon White Wine Broth, Toasted Baguette, Parsley
Charcuterie Board$24.00
Assorted Cheeses, Fig Jam, Marcona Almonds, Felino Salami & Prosciutto Ham, Coppa, Crostini
Pan Seared Salmon Cake$20.00
Yuzu Aioli, Watercress
Beer Steamed Shrimp$18.00
Old Bay, Shallot, Butter

Raw Bar Plates

Tuna Tartare Tacos*$18.00
Pineapple & Tomatillo Salsa, Sweet Chili, Spicy Aioli, Cilantro
Salmon Poke$21.00
Avocado, Mango, Scallion, Kimchi, Salmon Roe
Crab Meat Cocktail$18.00
Boom Boom Sauce, Cherry Tomato, Yuzu Tobiko
Scallop Crudo*$22.00
Orange, Jalepeño, Spicy Wakame, EVOO
Smoked Blue Fish Dip$12.00
Saltine Crackers
Lobster Cocktail$22.00
Chilled Half Lobster, Lime Aioli
The Newporter$75.00
6 Oysters, 6 Littlenecks, 4 Shrimp Cocktail, Half Chilled Lobster, Shrimp Ceviche
The Midtown$145.00
12 Oysters, 12 Littlenecks, 8 Shrimp Cocktail, Whole Split Chilled Lobster, Shrimp Ceviche
The Leviathan$260.00
24 Oysters, 24 Littlenecks, 12 Shrimp Cocktail, 4 Whole Split Chilled Lobsters, Salmon Poke, Smoked Fish Dip, Shrimp Ceviche, Tuna Tartare, Crab Meat Cocktail

Specialty Oysters

Oysters Rockefeller$18.00
Local Oysters, Spinach, Parmesan, Pernod
Oysters Casino$18.00
Sweet Peppers, Bacon, Herbed Breadcrumbs

Soups

Atlantic Cod Chowder$9.00
Cream, Potato, Parsley
Lobster & Corn Bisque$12.00
Sherry Cream, Potato
Bermuda Fish Stew$14.00
Island Spiced Tomato Broth, Gosling's Black Rum
Butternut Squash Bisque$16.00
Smoked Cheddar & Apple Grilled Cheese
French Onion Soup$12.00
Garlic Crouton, Gruyere

Salads

Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese$14.00
Baby Arugula, Hazelnuts, Virgin Olive Oil, Vincotto
Maple Roasted Squash Salad$16.00
Baby Lettuces, Cherry Tomatoes, Toasted Walnuts, Cranberry Vinaigrette
Farro Salad$17.00
Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Pickled Peppers, Feta, Oregano, Lemon, EVOO
Chopped Caesar$14.00
Crisp Romaine, White Anchovy & Garlic Emulsion, Parmesan, Crouton

Entrees

Seared Sea Scallops$34.00
Barley Risotto, Bosc Pear Puree, Maple Roasted Squash
Baked Atlantic Cod$32.00
Citrus Chili Crumb Topping, Jasmine Rice Pilaf, Sautéed Broccolini
Spicy Seafood Pasta$34.00
Local Mussels, Shrimp, Native Clams, Fresh Pappardelle, Spicy Tomato Broth
Grilled Salmon$38.00
Jasmine Rice Pilaf, Asparagus, Saffron Butter
Pan Seared Halibut$39.00
Smoked Onion Cream, Fingerlings, Green Beans, Fennel
Pan Roasted Swordfish$32.00
Couscous, Roasted Local Mushrooms, Braised Kale, Brandy Peppercorn Cream
Signature Lobster Roll*$34.00
Warm Butter Poached, Toasted Torpedo Roll
Good Burger$18.00
Cabot Sharp Cheddar, Bacon, Onion Jam, Midtown Aioli, Toasted Brioche Bun, Fries
10oz. Grilled NY Strip$34.00
Koji Rubbed, Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Brandy Peppercorn Cream

Beer

Draft

Allagash, Belgian White, ME$7.00
Capt's Daughter DIPA, RI$9.00
Guinness Stout$8.00
Harpoon, IPA, MA$6.00
Kona Big Wave Lager, HI$6.00
Maine Beer Co. "Lunch" Pale Ale, ME$12.00
Midtown Oyster Stout$7.00
Ragged Island 1890 Farmhouse Ale, RI$8.00
Stella Artois, Pale Lager$6.00
Shaidzon, Buffalo Czech Pilsner$7.00
Whaler's, Rise American Pale Ale, RI$7.00
Sam Adams, Seasonal$7.00

Bottles / Cans

Budweiser$6.00
Bud Light$6.00
Coors Light$6.00
Corona$6.00
Heineken$6.00
Heineken Silver$6.00
Heineken 0.0 (Non-Alcohol)$6.00
Miller Lite$6.00
Narragansett Lager, RI$7.00
Red Stripe, Jamaican Lager$6.00

Ciders, Sours & Such

1911 Original Cider$7.00
1911 Black Cherry Cider$7.00
Clown Shoes, Fruitorian Sour Ale$10.00
Fisher's Island, Spiked Lemonade$9.00
Turncoat! American Heritage Cider, RI$18.00

Cocktails

Chocolate Espresso Maritini$15.00
Vanilla Vodka, Bailey's Chocolate, Espresso
Lavender Martini$15.00
Gin, Lillet, Lavender
St. Elder Spritz$15.00
Prosecco, Elderflower Liquor, Mint
Angel's Punch$16.00
Cinnamon-Infused Angel's Envy Bourbon, Pomegranate, Apple Cider, Ginger Beer
Moonlight 60$14.00
ISCO Gemma Vodka, Elderflower, Cucumber, Lime-Yuzu Tonic
Autumn Mule$15.00
Tito's, Pomegranate, Ginger Beer, Lime
Smoky Paloma$16.00
Mezcal, Pink Grapefruit Soda, Agave
The Aristocrat$18.00
Mad River Burnt Rock Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Blood Orange, Luxardo Cherry
Caribbean Hot Toddy$14.00
Vanilla Rum, All Spice, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Simple

Oyster Shooters

House$10.00
ISCO Ostreita Vodka, Cocktail Sauce
Pickleback$10.00
Jameson, Pickle Juice
El Hombre Malo$10.00
Tequila, Jalapeño, Midtown Hot Sauce
Sake Shooter$10.00
Sake, Mirin, Cucumber, Yuzu Tobiko

Wine

Bubbly by the Glass / Bottle

Champagne, Veuve Clicquot$140.00
Yellow Label, By the Bottle
Prosecco Canella, Italy$46.00
Glass $12
Mumm Brut, Napa CA$52.00
Glass $14

Whites by the Glass / Bottle

Chardonnay, Louis Jadot
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Chardonnay, Landmark
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Chenin Blanc, Dry Creek
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Oyster Bay
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Ferrari-Carano
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Sancerre, Pascal Jolivet
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00
Muscadet, Chateau la Berriere
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Pinot Grigio, Gabbiano
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$34.00
Riesling, Dr. Loosen
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$34.00
Rose, Kim Crawford - NZ
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Rose, Fleurs de Prairie - Provence
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
Rose, Love - Provence
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Rose, Whispering Angel
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00

Whites by the Bottle

Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson$42.00
Chardonnay, Steele Cuvee$50.00
Chardonnay, Cambria Benchmark$60.00
Chardonnay, Jordan$70.00
Sancerre, Chateau de Sancerre$85.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Cloudy Bay$68.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Lail, Napa$100.00
Sauv. Blanc, Orin Swift, Blank Stare$87.00
Pinot Grigio, Santa Margherita$65.00

Reds by the Glass

Cabernet Sauvignon, Josh$10.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin$13.00
Merlot, Bogle$9.00
Pinot Noir, Contour$10.00
Pinot Noir, La Crema$12.00
Malbec, Diseno$9.00
Shiraz, Barossa Valley Estate$10.00
Chianti Riserva, Banfi$11.00
Zinfandel, Steele Federal Hill "Zif"$10.00
Red Blend, Ferrari-Carano Siena$13.00
Malbec Blend, Clos de Los Siete$12.00

Reds by the Bottle Cabernet Sauvignon

Simi, Alexander Valley$58.00
Jordan, Alexander Valley$75.00
Clos du Val, Napa$98.00
ZD, Napa Valley$115.00
Jack, Napa Valley$135.00
Caymus, Napa Valley$150.00
Heitz, Trailside Vineyard$200.00
Abacus XVIII Reserve$650.00

Other Varietals

Merlot, Frog's Leap$60.00
Merlot, Steele "Stymie"$72.00
Pinot Noir, J Vineyards$80.00
Pinot Noir, Steele, Carneros$62.00
Pettite Syrah, Orin Swift "Machete"$71.00
Zinfandel, the Prisoner$69.00

Red Blends

Coup de Foudre, Napa$130.00
Duckhorn, Paraduxx, Napa$75.00
Justin, Isosceles, Paso Robles$95.00
Joseph Phelps, Insignia, Napa '11/'14$250.00
Joseph Phelps, Insignia, Napa '15$320.00
Martin Ray, Synthesis$100.00
Opus One, Napa$260.00

What 2,012 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Newport County
Hot spot
Newport County
Lively
Newport County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Midtown Oyster Bar offers a delightful dining experience with its fresh, flavorful seafood and outstanding service. Guests praise the "variety and quality of the oysters," and the scenic rooftop dining. The atmosphere is lively yet comfortable, making it a must-visit spot in Newport. Despite occasional service hiccups, many find it a staple destination.

2,012 Reviews

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Suzanne
VIP
New York City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Special pasta and halibut were great. Hamburger yummy too. Waitress a bit snarky....
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Totally awesome, fantastic and delicious. Lovely staff
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George
VIP
Charleston
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great venue for fresh clams and oysters. Service was impeccable and we loved the atmosphere.
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Maria
VIP
Greater Boston
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food delicious as always. Only comment is the oyster ceviche is not a true ceviche. It’s just 4 slightly dressed oysters on the half shell. Not what we expected at all though the oysters were very tasty.
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Elizabeth
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent and the service is great. Nice and lively place.
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Julie
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great place to eat in Newport. Tuna Tartare tacos were outstanding and NY strip steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Cherrystones were fresh and the scallops we good but a little salty. Have visited the bar on the second floor which is nice and cozy and great for alcohol infused coffees but is hard to catch open. Definitely on my list of favorite Newport restaurants.
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Julie
VIP
Greater Boston
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Midtown oyster House never disappoints! Everything is perfect! One of our favorite places in Newport!
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Mary Lou
Greater Boston
139 reviews
3.0
139 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food preparation and service are always very good, but the pour of wine is definitely unsatisfactory. You receive approximately 1/3 of a glass of wine and sometimes barely that.
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Aisha
VIP
New York City
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We love midtown oyster bar and will continue to come here because of the incredible oysters. That being said, I specifically wanted to write this review after my dinner last night because of the incredibly rude behavior of one of the managers upstairs. As an industry professional for the last 15 years, it was jarring to be treated as though we were unwelcome in a very busy and loud restaurant at the end of the night after spending $500. My friends and I had an 830 reservation and we were seated upstairs in a loud room with two other very large parties. As the night went on the other parties left and we were finally able to enjoy some quiet where we could actually hear each other speak. We could hear live music and loud yelling and talking from downstairs so we were by no means the last table in the restaurant. we were sitting and chatting after paying the bill, and the manager came in from the other room (having zero interaction with us up until that point) and abruptly demands that we leave. She blamed us for our server Marta (who was great btw) being there “all day” and very rudely tells us that she needs to clear the dining room. No one had mentioned to us that we needed to go and to us we could hear a ton of other people in the restaurant downstairs so there was no indication that they were trying to close down. (And they weren’t) there was a full on party downstairs. I have worked in several Michelin restaurants, fine dining restaurants, and casual restaurants and I have never been confronted with somebody as inhospitable as the female manager wearing a green sweater in the upstairs dining room on the evening of December 6, 2024. What a horrible woman, she should not work in hospitality. It’s not her strong suit.
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Joseph
VIP
Greater Boston
63 reviews
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyable. Pleasant. Great food. Wonderful staff.
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Midtown Oyster Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 2012 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

343 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Perry Mill Wharf
Neighborhood
Newport
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is a private parking lot located at the end of Perry Mill Wharf, behind Midtown Oyster Bar. The lot is cash or credit card and charges by the day. There are other similar lots within a block of restaurant. Street parking is metered from May 1 to October 31.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://midtownoyster.com/
Phone number
(401) 619-4100 ext. 1
Private party facilities
Midtown Oyster Bar is the ultimate location to host your next event. Whether it be a rehearsal dinner, corporate event, cocktail party or special occasion, we certainly have the perfect space for you. Our private events director will coordinate with you to create a one-of-a-kind experience, customized specifically to your needs and event size.

Midtown Oyster Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Oysters

Oysters Casino

Seared Sea Scallops

Appetizers

R.I. Calamari$18.00

Char-Grilled Octopus$22.00

Wicked Shrimp$18.00

Steamed Littleneck Clams$19.00

Charcuterie Board$24.00

Pan Seared Salmon Cake$20.00

Beer Steamed Shrimp$18.00

Raw Bar Plates

Tuna Tartare Tacos*$18.00

Salmon Poke$21.00

Crab Meat Cocktail$18.00

Scallop Crudo*$22.00

Smoked Blue Fish Dip$12.00

Lobster Cocktail$22.00

The Newporter$75.00

The Midtown$145.00

The Leviathan$260.00

Specialty Oysters

Oysters Rockefeller$18.00

Oysters Casino$18.00

Soups

Atlantic Cod Chowder$9.00

Lobster & Corn Bisque$12.00

Bermuda Fish Stew$14.00

Butternut Squash Bisque$16.00

French Onion Soup$12.00

Salads

Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese$14.00

Maple Roasted Squash Salad$16.00

Farro Salad$17.00

Chopped Caesar$14.00

Entrees

Seared Sea Scallops$34.00

Baked Atlantic Cod$32.00

Spicy Seafood Pasta$34.00

Grilled Salmon$38.00

Pan Seared Halibut$39.00

Pan Roasted Swordfish$32.00

Signature Lobster Roll*$34.00

Good Burger$18.00

10oz. Grilled NY Strip$34.00

Featured Item

Oysters

Littlenecks

Cherrystones

Chilled Shrimp

Platters

Beer

Draft

Allagash, Belgian White, ME$7.00

Capt's Daughter DIPA, RI$9.00

Guinness Stout$8.00

Harpoon, IPA, MA$6.00

Kona Big Wave Lager, HI$6.00

Maine Beer Co. "Lunch" Pale Ale, ME$12.00

Midtown Oyster Stout$7.00

Ragged Island 1890 Farmhouse Ale, RI$8.00

Stella Artois, Pale Lager$6.00

Shaidzon, Buffalo Czech Pilsner$7.00

Whaler's, Rise American Pale Ale, RI$7.00

Sam Adams, Seasonal$7.00

Bottles / Cans

Budweiser$6.00

Bud Light$6.00

Coors Light$6.00

Corona$6.00

Heineken$6.00

Heineken Silver$6.00

Heineken 0.0 (Non-Alcohol)$6.00

Miller Lite$6.00

Narragansett Lager, RI$7.00