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1. White Horse Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(4281)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newport
Booked 45 times today
At The White Horse Tavern we strive to create a fresh, contemporary dining experience in America’s Oldest Restaurant.Proper Dress Required; Business Casual is appropriate. Jackets are not required. Please no athletic wear.Reservations are recommended to be made 2 to 4 weeks prior to your preferred dining date and time.For parties of 5 to 8 Guests please call the Tavern directly at 401-849-3600. Please note any allergies or special requests when making your reservation or any restrictions with stairs. Specific tables may be requested however we are unable to guarantee requests.
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2. Midtown Oyster Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2044)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Newport
Booked 39 times today
Midtown Oyster Bar is a seafood restaurant in Newport, Rhode Island, celebrated for its fresh seafood and extensive raw bar. Situated on Thames Street in downtown Newport, the restaurant features two floors: a lively tavern on the first floor and a welcoming bar on the second. With its casual atmosphere, Midtown Oyster Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal or share drinks with friends.
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3. Aurelia at Castle Hill
4.8
Exceptional(2713)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Newport
Booked 10 times today
Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, Aurelia is the next evolution in Castle Hill’s culinary journey – one that has been lauded as one of the best dining experiences in New England. Nestled on forty magical acres, the property has been the backdrop of memorable occasions for more than a century.The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux restaurant, known in its original incarnation as The Dining Room at Castle Hill, offers a six-course prix fixe menu with imaginative dishes utilizing the local bounty of produce, seafood, and artisanal producers.Aurelia’s dining rooms overlook Narragansett Bay in all its raw beauty. As the bay’s seascape and surrounding landscape change subtly with the seasons, so does Aurelia’s menu, culminating in a truly memorable experience.
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4. Mamma Luisa Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(738)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Newport
Booked 11 times today
In the old world, in a little village near Bologna, lived the real ‘Mamma Luisa’ who cooked and inspired the next generation of family and friends to recreate in Newport the same authentic taste and atmosphere of northern Italian cuisine.Our four cozy dining rooms situated a quaint old house make it ideal for romantic dinners & small to medium size parties.The menu features a variety of authentic Italian dishes like antipasti, bruschetta & salads; typical pasta dishes like Bolognese, Carbonara, Ravioli, and the homemade gnocchi as well as Eggplant Parmigiana and Frutti di Mare.Selected fresh meat, fish & seafood complete our menu with signature dishes of veal, pork, steak, sole & tuna.Finish dinner with a cappuccino, espresso or tiramisu.At Mamma Luisa’s we also offer a full vegetarian page together with vegan and gluten-free options.Our extensive wine &beer list will transport you to the different regions of Italy and you will find also handpicked gems from around the world
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5. La Forge Casino Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(175)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newport
Booked 7 times today
Join us for the new Bellevue Bar, restored and redesigned to bring guests back to the gilded age. With its warm, inviting ambiance and meticulously chosen furnishings, the Bellevue Bar combines timeless elegance with modern comfort. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply unwinding after a long day, our menu of handcrafted cocktails, delectable small plates and entrees ensures an unforgettable experience. Located on the grounds of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, La Forge has long been a local staple providing a menu, style, and friendly atmosphere that reflects our commitment to an exceptional dining experience.We are open year-round, serving our guests daily, as well as offering bespoke private dining areas to Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Corporate Outings, and more!
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6. Events at Castle Hill Inn
4.7
Exceptional(49)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Newport
Booked 4 times today
With our classic New England style and natural backdrop, Newport, RI events are simply magical. From our historic lighthouse with its guiding light to our vast green lawns rolling down to the water, Castle Hill Inn boasts magical experiences on property. You and your guests can expect our serene 40 acres in making memories for years to come. Our events require significant preparation, cancellation must be made more than 72 hours in advance to receive a full refund for all of our prepaid events.Please advise we only offer experiences on this opentable. For the Lawn restaurant at Castle Hill Inn please visit: https://www.opentable.com/r/the-lawn-at-castle-hill-inn-newportFor Aurelia please visit: https://www.opentable.com/r/aurelia-at-castle-hill-newporthttps://www.opentable.com/castle-hill-inn
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7. Cara
4.8
Exceptional(277)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Newport
Embark on an extraordinary dining journey at Cara, where European-inspired techniques merge with New England’s finest ingredients. Situated at the beginning of Newport’s iconic Cliff Walk, our Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond restaurant offers panoramic ocean views and a carefully curated chef’s choice tasting menu by Executive Chef Jacob Jasinski. With a limited number of guests welcomed each evening, we provide an intimate and exclusive setting. Our culinary team introduces each course, highlighting the distinctive qualities of every dish, with select ingredients sourced from The Chanler’s own garden beds.Discover why People Magazine has named us one of the "50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America" and Yankee Magazine recognized us as "The Best Hotel Restaurant in Rhode Island." We are open Wednesday through Sunday, with advanced reservations and a full deposit required. Please note that our tastings feature meat and seafood, and we are unable to accommodate severe allergies.
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8. 1639
5.0
Exceptional(3)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newport
Booked 3 times today
Fresh fish, ripe and seasonal vegetables and hand-selected specialties are spun into one. We do our best to honor all seating requests at the time of check-in but are unable to guarantee particular tables and reservations are held for a 15 minute grace period
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9. SafeHouse Modern Neighborhood Eatery
4.7
Exceptional(519)
Price: Moderate
• American • Warwick
Booked 25 times today
The Safehouse design was originally inspired by the ski culture of Jackson Hole Wyoming and Vermont living then infused with a contemporary influence. Why the SafeHouse? Where else would you go to not be TRAPPED anymore? You go down into the SAFEHOUSE. Our goal was to make dining really fun again by creating a vibe that focuses on fun sharable foods, upbeat music and creative cocktails. We are an upscale modern neighborhood eatery with a focus on hand selected ingredients. We pride ourselves on our hand cut steaks, fresh caught seafood from sustainable sources, hand crafted pastas, and a few famous Chianti’s inspired authentic Italian dishes. SafeHouse evokes a visit to an upscale urban ski resort and creates an unforgettable experience.

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