Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Rhode Island

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Igloos at The Coast Guard House

4.9

4.9 (128)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Narragansett

About the restaurant

Dine in one of our custom designed Igloos By the Sea at The Coast Guard House. There is an igloo rental fee for $100 for three hours. Each igloo is outfitted with a Bluetooth speaker, fireplace and heater. However, we do recommend dressing warmly and/or in layers. Our full menu is available for your enjoyment. We can not guarantee any specific igloo. Igloo reservations can be cancelled in inclement weather. There is a credit hold for $20 per person to complete your reservation. Your card will only be charged if you cancel a week or less or do not honor your reservation.

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Maryann

Dined 1 day ago

From the appetizers to our entree to dessert was absolutely delicious. It was a great experience being in the igloos.

Boat House Waterfront Dining

4.8

4.8 (8559)

$30 and under

Seafood

Tiverton

About the restaurant

At the Boat House, we proudly celebrate coastal New England's natural abundance: fresh seafood, local produce and pastoral and nautical charms. Residing on a bluff over the foot of Mt. Hope Bay, the restaurant beckons guests to relax and soak in our panoramic, award-winning bayside views.

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William

Dined 4 days ago

Always great food and service sunset was beautiful.

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Popular dish

SWORDFISH

Popular dish

Char Grilled Swordfish

Popular dish

Seafood Scampi

Aurelia at Castle Hill

4.8

4.8 (2713)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Newport

About the restaurant

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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LaurenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

One of the best fine dining experiences I’ve ever had.

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu

15 Point Road

4.8

4.8 (3828)

$30 and under

American

Portsmouth

About the restaurant

15 Point Road, A special treat in Portsmouth Rhode Island along the Sakonnet River. Busy, but not crowded, 15 Point offers casual upscale dining with an enchanting moonlit river view. A traditional menu, strongly influenced by the local bounty (especially from the sea), pleases most everyone and house specialties are an ever-changing eclectic delight of innovative and contemporary dishes. Once inside you will be entranced by the view of the Sakonnet River which leads out to the ocean beyond through the panorama of windows. While enjoying Al Fresco dining on our deck, across the river you will occasionally notice the local fishing boats as they make their way to the Tiverton fish market. If you're lucky enough, you might even catch one of the local lobstermen heading out to tend his lobster traps in Mount Hope Bay!

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RobertVIP

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

Excellent cuisine and location. My wife had the crab cakes and they were very good. Our server Sam was also excellent.

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The Lawn Terrace at Castle Hill

4.8

4.8 (3299)

$31 to $50

American

Newport

About the restaurant

Lunch and dinner are served daily in the restaurant, as well as at the Terrace Bar. By booking online, you have the option to reserve an indoor or an outdoor table. We accept reservations of up to 12 guests 30 days in advance. Private events and overnight guests of the hotel can book further as well.

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TerryVIP

Dined 2 days ago

A very special because of its location, the history, staff and food.

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Popular dish

Fish Tacos

Popular dish

"Cornbreads" Clam Chowder

The Beach House

4.7

4.7 (1954)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bristol

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Beach House, a casual family friendly restaurant, serving contemporary American cuisine as well as typical New England favorites. Perfectly located along the East Bay bike path overlooking Bristol harbor.

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Arla

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

Lovely view. Great service. Really enjoyed. Parking was no issue.

JB's on the Water

4.6

4.6 (458)

$30 and under

American

Jamestown

About the restaurant

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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Denise

Dined 4 days ago

The table was ready when we arrived and even adjusted to make our group more comfortable. Everyone ordered something different, and no food was left on the plates when we were done. The food was great and nicely presented. Our waitress was attentive and helpful even though she was covering several tables. The dinner was a pleasant experience. We will certainly return.

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Experience

Weekend Brunch

The Grill at Forty 1 North

4.5

4.5 (2066)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Newport

About the restaurant

The Grill at Forty 1° North is a dockside restaurant designed to deliver a fresh, upscale dining and entertainment experience while providing a unique and serene respite from Newport’s bustling waterfront scene. The menu features grilled meats, seafood and raw bar, as well as organic and locally sourced selections. There is an open-air dining area, with individual tables and bar seating surrounding the covered Pavilion. Inviting waterside lounge seating creates a perfect setting to relax with cocktails and conversation. Indoors the Dining Room, Oval Bar and Lounge offer sweeping views of the Harbor in a casual yet elegant setting to enjoy timeless cocktails and our full menu.

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janeVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Ranch on Easter Sunday. Mushroom omelette,delicious. Crispy potatoes also delicious.

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Safari Room Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (1368)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Newport

About the restaurant

The Safari Room Restaurant and Bar at OceanCliff is known for providing extraordinary culinary experiences both indoors and out. Our experienced team of culinary professionals provides the ultimate dining experience while you soak in panoramic views of Narragansett Bay. Our team utilizes only the finest ingredients, including a selection of fresh, local seafood, prime aged beef, and exotic house specialties.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

We didn’t really think about the fact that the outdoor patio wouldn’t be open for the season (late April), so it was definitely a different vibe than we had anticipated… This was more our fault than the restaurant’s, but it could be nice to get some heaters and have the outdoor patio open for the “early” season, because the view is the real draw. Because this is a little out of the way and part of a hotel, it was much less busy… which depending on your needs this could be a good or bad thing. We were just having a girls night dinner so it was fine for us to be able to hear our conversation and leave the table for a picture outside. The decor is fun and modern, service was wonderful and we all liked our meals. The clam chowder, goat cheese salad, parm truffle fries were fantastic. Note that because it’s a hotel, there are often weddings going on in the rooms adjacent to the restaurant, but the noise wasn’t too noticeable and didn’t bother us. We would love to come back in warmer weather!

Torpedo Lounge at Newport Harbor Island Resort

4.2

4.2 (87)

$30 and under

American

Newport

About the restaurant

Torpedo Bar & Lounge showcases classic American dishes and innovative cocktails with Newport flair. Gather for a meal and drink on our outdoor deck overlooking Narragansett Bay, or inside our cozy lounge with plush seating and a playful atmosphere.

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Aubrey

Dined 4 days ago

Food and drinks are delicious and you cannot beat the view of the Newport bridge and the sunsets. Although they were a bit understaffed this past weekend, they're extremely pleasant and accommodating. Their pricing is also reasonable, compared to many of the other places in downtown Newport. Get the cookie skillet for dessert!

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