Number one seafood provider on Aquidneck Island for 50+ years. A favorite of locals, restaurants and yachts. Renowned for variety, superb quality and freshness. Specializing in local and Gulf seafood. Superb choice of ready-to-cook items (chowders, crab cakes, bacon wrapped scallops), Gourmet products (marinades, fritter mix, oils, dips, wasabi powder etc.), large choice of frozen seafood. Lobsters steamed on demand. Very popular on-site restaurant and take-out menu (see “Where to eat” in Newport chapter). Feature an excellent Website for product lists and menu items.
Highly popular Irish Pub, located on Broadway, a short walk from all the marinas. Great classic pub fare, plus a wide beer & whiskey selection and lively ambiance. Traditional live Irish music Tel: (401) 845 9311 www.thefastnetpub.com
A fine dining experience in a romantic setting. Creative menu changes seasonally and includes New England favorites. Acclaimed for its creative menu changing seasonally and its warm elegant ambience. Adjacent to the restaurant is also a very popular and convivial bar. Tel: (401) 849 4002
Newport’s legendary social venue for sailors, including several bars and dining rooms, spread over 3 levels. This unique award winning restaurant & bar is set in a former 18th century merchant home on romantic Bannister’s Wharf. Acclaimed for its excellent, beautifully presented food, paired with an extensive wine list and top-class service. Very popular sushi bar in the summer. Don’t miss the owner’s personal collection of America’s Cup prints and other sailing memorabilia covering the walls. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Excellent value Sunday brunch.
Newport’s long time favorite bar/restaurant located in the lively Broadway area. Large space with a contemporary/industrial and pleasant décor. Lively and trendy bar, tasty and affordable dishes and pizzas. Live bands and DJ. Tel: (401) 619 2552 www.thefifthri.com
Authentic and refined Italian cuisine. Nestled in a charming old house; cozy setting. Vast vegetarian menu. Dinner only. Closed Wed. Tel: (401) 848 5257 www.mammaluisa.com
New fine dining restaurant, at the Vanderbilt Grace hotel. Award winning chef Jonathan Cartwright deliverers a sophisticated and creative cuisine, with an emphasis on traditional yet modern New England favorites. Extensive wine selection, cozy and relaxing lounge with piano bar ambiance. Dinner only, 7/7. Informal dining in the lovely and airy informal surroundings of the Conservatory, the other hotel’s restaurant. Also offering Al fresco dining option on the terrace surrounded by a lush garden. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Tel: (401) 846 6200
The place to go downtown for excellent and inexpensive authentic Thai Cuisine. Vast menu, casual and very friendly atmosphere, outdoor patio. Many tasty vegan options. Takeout available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Tel: (401) 841 8822 www.thaicuisinemenu.com
Casual & lively restaurant with an extensive menu. Excellent service and fresh ingredients make this a great choice for those near Hinckley/ Melville Marine District. Full bar. Open daily, 11am-10pm.
Tel: (401) 293 5200
Highly popular and trendy Mexican style restaurant located on Newport’s historic waterfront. Everything is delicious, super fresh, creative and nicely presented. Best margaritas in town! Lovely outdoor patio for alfresco dining. Vegan & GF friendly. Gluten free menu and lot of vegan options (including amazing all natural non dairy cheese and tofu).Open Mon-Fri, lunch & dinner; Sat-Sun, breakfast, lunch & dinner. Tel: (401) 619 2640 www.diegosnewport.com
Nice casual Italian restaurant. Great pizzas and pasta dishes. Open daily from 11:30am to 11pm. Tel: (401) 847 2222
Located next to Providence, 40 minutes drive from Newport and 30 minutes from Jamestown or Bristol. Highly popular casual chic cafe, attracting a large eclectic and academic crowd. One of the best upscale vegan/vegetarian cuisines in New England. A must try! Open daily Mon-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun brunch 10am-3pm, Sun dinner 5pm-10pm. Tel: (401) 726 2829
Beautiful spot with large waterfront deck, a rarity in Newport! Acclaimed raw bar, fresh seafood and more. Casual/chic ambience. Open daily from 11:30am. Tel: (401) 846 2260 www.mooringrestaurant.com
Fantastic choice for very inexpensive, delicious eclectic food. Part of a community arts space. Use of fresh local products, open kitchen, great choice of beers on tap, good music. Artsy, academic and fun. Awesome vegan options. Tues-Sat noon-10 pm. Tel: (401) 831 3663 www.as220.org
One of Providence long time favorites. Warm, soft lighted, vibrant interior with a unique hip ambience, open kitchen, varied clientele. Fantastic, creative food, lots of vegan choices, variety of beers and cocktails. Super popular Sun brunch. Dinner daily. Tel: (401) 861 1770 www.juliansprovidence.com
One of the most acclaimed restaurants in Bristol, serving quality bistro cuisine with a French flair. Nice wine list. Closed on Mondays. Lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday. Sunday brunch.
First and only 100% vegan eatery and juice bar in Newport. A wonderful and much needed addition to the restaurant scene. They have a lot of delicious raw juices and smoothies choices made on demand. The kitchen menu is fantastic and super creative. It includes breakfast choices such as acai bowls, granola and fresh fruits. They also offer a myriad of wraps, sandwiches, soups, salads, 'warrior bowls' and their must try breakfast sandwich with vegan egg, cheese, avocado on warm English muffin. Everything is made fresh daily and in house.
Located in the Safe Harbor New England Boatworks complex and a local favorite for workers from the shipyards, crews and visitors alike. Coastal classics with a New England twist. Vegan options. Lively bar scene. Outdoor terrace.