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The Black Pearl, Newport, RI

The Black Pearl

4.6 (228)
$31 to $50
American
30 Bannisters Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

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7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
The Black Pearl, located in the heart of the city's bustling waterfront on Bannister's Wharf, is one of Newport's best-known and best-loved restaurants. From the warm ambiance and classic cuisine of our Commodore's Room and Tavern to the al-fresco charm of our Waterside Patio, the Black Pearl has something to offer everyone. Enjoy our clam chowder, raw bar, steamed lobster, sandwiches (including burgers, corned beef reuben, salmon, and swordfish), locally caught seafood, and more.

Hours: Open 7 days a week at 11am for Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner.
Reservations: Limited. No reservations will be accepted through the Summer Season.
Dress Code: Casual. Men are required to wear sleeves.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit our website and leave your contact info for information about private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Cross street
    Bannister's Wharf
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 228 people are saying

The Black Pearl reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Neighborhood gem

  • Rhode Island

    Romantic

  • Rhode Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Newport County

    Kid-friendly

  • Newport County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Newport County

    Romantic

  • Newport County

    Good for special occasions

  • Newport County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Pearl offers a cozy New England vibe with "delicious" and "wonderful food." Known for "amazing clam chowder," and fresh seafood, it's a favorite for repeat visits. Though it can be "a little pricey," the "great service" and inviting atmosphere make it "well worth it."
228 Reviews
  1. David VIP

    New York City65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The clam chowder was as good as I remember. I also had the cod and my wife had the salmon. But we’re perfectly cooked. The real bonus was that they had Guinness 0.0!
    The Black PearlResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 stars David. We just added that non-alcoholic Guinness last month. Good timing!

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  2. Chris

    Greater Boston58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great views Great food Friendly waitress We’ll be back

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  3. Jim

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great meal, Black Pearl is a stop we make when visitors come to town. Our server was very attentive.

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  4. Meghan

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best lobster I’ve ever had! Lovely wait staff and easy to find location.

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  5. Sarah

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely try the oysters, we were obsessed! Server was very kind

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  6. Eileen VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love The Pearl but today’s brunch was served room temperature. But, that won’t keep us away!

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  7. Arshdeep

    Richmond3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Good food and drinks. Loved the location.

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  8. Shari VIP

    San Diego99 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. Small menu with limited choices but everything we had was fantastic.

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  9. Wendy VIP

    Greater Boston118 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and great service. My dinner salad was very small and did not fill me up. It was served on a small rectangular plate. It was more like a side salad. They really need to have two sizes so that guests know what they are getting ahead of time.
    The Black PearlResponded on March 31, 2025
    Thank you, Wendy, for letting us know about your experience. Those salads are intended to be starters. When our guests order something like grilled chicken or shrimp on them we do build them a little bigger into a bowl since we know they are meant to be an entree at that point. My apologies that we didn't quite meet your expectations.

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  10. Donna

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Cozy atmosphere but not very knowledgeable or accommodating to dietary needs. Expensive for what we ordered.

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The Black Pearl is rated 4.6 stars by 228 OpenTable diners.

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30 Bannisters Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bannister's Wharf
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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