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1. White Horse Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(4204)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newport
Booked 26 times today
At The White Horse Tavern we strive to create a fresh, contemporary culinary experience in America’s Oldest Restaurant. Like generations before us, we serve the freshest fish, clams and lobsters from Narragansett Bay along with just-picked produce from local RI’s farms. We embrace RI’s vibrant food scene to bring you the very best artisan cheeses, honeys, prime cuts of beef and the highest quality chops and poultry from local farms. We are proud to embrace RI's vibrant food scene, which has made the White Horse Tavern a New England destination. Proper Dress Required; Business Casual is appropriate. Jackets are not required. Please no athletic wear.Please note any allergies or special requests when making your reservation or any restrictions with stairs. Reservations are recommended to be made 2 to 4 weeks prior to your preferred dining date and time. Specific tables may be requested however we are unable to guarantee certain requests.
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2. Bar 'Cino - Newport
4.8
Exceptional(1524)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Newport
Booked 31 times today
Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot in the heart of Newport's historic Washington Square with cuisine inspired by Italy. Open nightly for al fresco dining, takeout and delivery .
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3. The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt
4.6
Exceptional(560)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newport
Booked 12 times today
Pull back the portico curtains and step into the historic downtown Newport mansion once owned by businessman Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt that has been reimagined as a glamorous social hub with a culinary secret to discover at every turn. From an intimate dining room with an intriguing menu of savory local dishes to the sun-dappled Conservatory and dining al fresco in The Garden, the dining scene at The Vanderbilt is crackling with alluring eccentricities just waiting to be explored.Important Notes: Reservations are held for 15 minutes beyond the scheduled arrival time, and during peak service hours you may not be seated until your entire party has arrived. Once your party is assembled, we will offer you the next available table for a party of your size. Also, we do our utmost to accommodate all guest requests upon check-in, but unfortunately cannot guarantee any particular seating preferences.
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4. 22 Bowens Wine Bar and Grille
4.8
Exceptional(7565)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Newport
Booked 61 times today
Prime Steaks and New England's finest seafood on historic Bowen's Wharf in Newport
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5. Leo's Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(471)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bristol
Booked 1 time today
Leo’s was first opened in 1948 by Italian immigrants Pantaleone (Leo) Mancieri and his wife Virginia (Nonni). Established mainly as a pizzeria in the State Street section of Bristol, the restaurant quickly gained a local following and served as a popular lunch destination for workers and families alike. Leo and Virginia, along with sons Mario and Reno, worked tirelessly to produce great fresh Italian favorites and create a friendly environment for their customers.The original Leo’s remained open until 1976 when the family decided to close after Leo passes away, and in the year 2000 Leo’s grandson, Paul Mancieri, relocated to 365 Hope Street in the heart of historic downtown Bristol. Paul and his wife Adriana pride themselves on bringing back the spirit and the recipes of the pizzeria ran by Leo and Nonni. Welcome to Leo’s Ristorante! Enjoy our family recipes, preserved for three generations and plated with care and love by Paul, Adriana and their staff.
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6. Bar and Board
4.3
Awesome(1106)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newport
Booked 5 times today
We’re an eclectic blend of Newport vibes — from the historic bank vault behind our marble bar to the Bellevue Ave-inspired details in our lounge. Our cocktails bring you back to the Newport of decades ago. We’re proud to serve quality, locally sourced victuals (it rhymes with ‘skittles’) — all in an immersive dining experience.No pets allowed
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7. JB's on the Water
4.5
Awesome(443)
Price: Moderate
• American • Jamestown
Booked 8 times today
Located in beautiful historic Jamestown, overlooking Narragansett Bay and the Newport Bridge, JB's offers indoor and outdoor dining with the best views around.Come and check out our seasonal menus, our expansive outdoor space, and amazing views. We offer private dining spaces, a full bar, two waterfront outdoor dining spaces, a waterfront dog-friendly patio and much more!
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8. Brick Alley Pub and Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(764)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newport
Booked 29 times today
A Newport Landmark, Brick Alley Pub has been voted both Best Restaurant and Best Bar in Rhode Island.With a diverse menu offering including a Bon Appetit-voted best lobster roll in America and award-winning burgers, Brick Alley is the perfect spot for a family dinner, a date or a night out with your friends.
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9. Johnny's at The Atlantic Resort
4.5
Awesome(688)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Portsmouth
Booked 2 times today
Located in the Wyndham Newport Hotel on the historic grounds once owned by John Clarke, the founder of Newport. Johnny's at The Wyndham Newport Hotel offers an eclectic menu featuring fresh seafood and local fare. In the summer months, guests can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Newport's Easton Pond from our outdoor bar and patio.Weekly Live EntertainmentFriday & Saturday - 6pm-9pmSunday - 3pm-7pm
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10. Le Central
4.6
Exceptional(524)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French • Bristol
Booked 5 times today
Le Central is a French bistro, focusing on modern interpretations of classic dishes featuring local products from Sakonnet Lobsters, Four Town Farm (Seekonk, MA), Walker's Farm (Barrington, RI), Scott the Bassman, and Little Rhody Eggs (Foster, RI). Low lighting, checkerboard floor tiling, glass tabletops, and French nu-Jazz provide an intimate yet warm and familiar atmosphere. Chef-owner Jesse James spent his early career in Boston, working with chefs Moncef Meddeb at L'Espalier and Jasper White at Jasper's, with further experience at other landmark restaurants in New York, France, and Italy. Le Central is the third restaurant he has designed, built, and operated, after Aperto (Est 1992) and Boca Rotis (Est 1997), both in San Francisco. The large painting by Inez Storer on the south wall of the restaurant (which also serves as our logo) is of Jesse's son, Sam (the current General Manager & Beverage Director), and his childhood dog, Skye. Inez wouldn't say who the guy in the chair is.

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  • Richard
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was excellent. Waitresses fantastic. Moderatley priced. Had the salmon - cooked perfectly and love those little crispy potatoes with the salad. They made a “custom” pasta meal for my wife who said it was perfect. Love this place!
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    Bar 'Cino - NewportPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newport
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    4.8
  • james
    Greater Boston •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My wife and I went for Valentine’s Day, and the experience was excellent. The food was outstanding, and they were very accommodating to her gluten allergy. The service was also great—our server frequently checked in to ensure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be returning!
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    Leo's RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Bristol
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    4.6
  • Damico
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Fabulous with a Capital “F” WellDone.,., Beautiful Atmosphere.. excellent staff.. quality cuisine
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    The Dining Room at the VanderbiltPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newport
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    4.6
  • CraigVIP
    Greater Boston •91 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our greeting was warm and friendly. Our server, Daniel, was exceptional. The composed Tuna dish was perfectly prepared and executed. The homemade caviar pasta pasta appetizer was outstanding. Everything we ordered was carefully prepared and very tasty. I highly recommend 22 Bowens!
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    22 Bowens Wine Bar and GrillePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Newport
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    4.8
  • MichaelVIP
    Greater Boston •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great restaurant for a romantic winter meal. The large fireplaces with roaring fires, dark colonial interior, and fantastic Beef Wellington and Duck made for a special Valentines meal. And the service was good and not rushed on such a busy night. One constructive recommendation. While your hostess were great, we felt much better dressed than they were. It gave a first impression we did not expect. Maybe they could benefit from work uniform ? Overall, thanks WHT. You always make holiday dinners very special
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    White Horse TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Newport
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    4.8

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