Mitchell Guidebook for Newport
Food Scene
Best place in Newport for oysters, surf and turf and live music on weekends.
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Midtown Oyster Bar
345 Thames StBest place in Newport for oysters, surf and turf and live music on weekends.
Another happening place for oysters, best prime rib and specials for early birds. Crow's nest is a blast too on a non rainy day/eve.
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Benjamin's
254 Thames StAnother happening place for oysters, best prime rib and specials for early birds. Crow's nest is a blast too on a non rainy day/eve.
Nice place to sit at the out side bar on the wharf and enjoy a cup of chowder and a draft.
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The Black Pearl
30 Bannister's WharfNice place to sit at the out side bar on the wharf and enjoy a cup of chowder and a draft.
The best pizza in town. A nice walk from here and always busy. Reservations are highly recommended.
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Pasta Beach Newport
138 Bellevue AveThe best pizza in town. A nice walk from here and always busy. Reservations are highly recommended.
Enjoy the best creation of pizza here at the Surf Club. You have to try the GAP (gorgonzola, arugula, prosciutto) pizza and a beer or glass of wine. Exquisite!
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Surf Club
337 Thames StEnjoy the best creation of pizza here at the Surf Club. You have to try the GAP (gorgonzola, arugula, prosciutto) pizza and a beer or glass of wine. Exquisite!
A quick 10 minute walk from the house. Good food and drink.
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Caleb & Broad
162 BroadwayA quick 10 minute walk from the house. Good food and drink.
A nice 15 minute walk from the house, best bar food and selection of craft brews in the north end of Newport. It is very busy, all year round. So with that being said, you may have to wait however, it is worth it.
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Pour Judgement
32 BroadwayA nice 15 minute walk from the house, best bar food and selection of craft brews in the north end of Newport. It is very busy, all year round. So with that being said, you may have to wait however, it is worth it.
This is a new location within walking distance from the house. Fantastic bowls and great atmosphere. We highly recommend.
Yagi Noodles
This is a new location within walking distance from the house. Fantastic bowls and great atmosphere. We highly recommend.
An iconic tavern where Rochambeau and Washington met for a pint. If not going for a romantic dinner, just take a walk through this amazing tavern.
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White Horse Tavern
26 Marlborough StAn iconic tavern where Rochambeau and Washington met for a pint. If not going for a romantic dinner, just take a walk through this amazing tavern.
A unique Jamaican flare restaurant. Best Caribbean food in Newport. Homemade and delicious. Oxtail with rice and peas is to live for!!! A 12 minute walk from the house.
Another favorite within walking distance however, no liquor. However, they have the best non alcoholic beverages!!!
Humming Bird
A unique Jamaican flare restaurant. Best Caribbean food in Newport. Homemade and delicious. Oxtail with rice and peas is to live for!!! A 12 minute walk from the house.
Another favorite within walking distance however, no liquor. However, they have the best non alcoholic beverages!!!
Best fancy (proper attire may be required) restaurant on Bannister’s Wharf. Nice sushi bar inside the Candy Store bar and a very popular night life bar scene on the mid level deck.
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Clarke Cooke House
24 Bannister's WharfBest fancy (proper attire may be required) restaurant on Bannister’s Wharf. Nice sushi bar inside the Candy Store bar and a very popular night life bar scene on the mid level deck.
A unique restaurant with good food and just a short walk from here.
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The Fifth Element
111 BroadwayA unique restaurant with good food and just a short walk from here.
Best vegan place in town and within walking distance, roughly a 17 minute walk from the house.
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Root
6 BroadwayBest vegan place in town and within walking distance, roughly a 17 minute walk from the house.
Best fine dining in downtown Newport and directly on the famous Bowen’s Wharf. It’s pricey however, the food and atmosphere are top notch.
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22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille
22 Bowen's WharfBest fine dining in downtown Newport and directly on the famous Bowen’s Wharf. It’s pricey however, the food and atmosphere are top notch.
Nitro is an excellent breakfast spot located just a 10 minute walk from the house. Excellent food and the best nitro brews in Newport.
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The Nitro Bar Newport
2 Pond AveNitro is an excellent breakfast spot located just a 10 minute walk from the house. Excellent food and the best nitro brews in Newport.
The best Açaí Bowls and coffee in Newport. If down on Thames Street, bob your head inside and take a peek at their delicious menu.
Drift Cafe
190 Thames StThe best Açaí Bowls and coffee in Newport. If down on Thames Street, bob your head inside and take a peek at their delicious menu.
Just a quick walk from here. Best breakfast spot in Newport however, very busy so get there early; first come, first serve.
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Corner Café
110 BroadwayJust a quick walk from here. Best breakfast spot in Newport however, very busy so get there early; first come, first serve.
The Lobster Bar
31 Bowens WharfBest view of the harbor while eating and drinking.
Sightseeing
You have to walk (don't take the elevator) to the rooftop of this beautiful hotel.
The absolute best view of Newport Harbor. Buy a bottle of wine or champagne and enjoy the sunset and wonderful views west toward Jamestown, RI.
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The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection
41 Mary StYou have to walk (don't take the elevator) to the rooftop of this beautiful hotel.
The absolute best view of Newport Harbor. Buy a bottle of wine or champagne and enjoy the sunset and wonderful views west toward Jamestown, RI.
If you come to Newport, you will want to take a walk on the famous Cliff Walk. Go early in the morning to catch the most beautiful sunrises. And bring some water. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be mindful; it gets a bit scrambly at the end by Spouting Rock Beach Association.
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Cliff Walk
117 Memorial BlvdIf you come to Newport, you will want to take a walk on the famous Cliff Walk. Go early in the morning to catch the most beautiful sunrises. And bring some water. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be mindful; it gets a bit scrambly at the end by Spouting Rock Beach Association.
A fabulous spot to drive and park for free (except during annual Folk and Jazz Festival weekends) to walk around the grounds, view the City by the Sea, the iconic suspension Newport Bridge and all the many motor and sailing yachts sailing in and out of the harbor and famous Narragansett Bay.
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Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
80 Fort Adams DrA fabulous spot to drive and park for free (except during annual Folk and Jazz Festival weekends) to walk around the grounds, view the City by the Sea, the iconic suspension Newport Bridge and all the many motor and sailing yachts sailing in and out of the harbor and famous Narragansett Bay.
Save The Bay Hamilton Family Aquarium
Just about .8 miles from here, walk through the Island Cemetery on Warner Street. Walk in and head straight away toward the chapel. This chapel was constructed in 1886 by Mr and Mrs August Belmont, Sr. (Of The Famous Belmont Stakes Horse Race in NY).
The chapel was a memorial to their daughter, Jane Pauline Belmont. Given as a gift, the chapel’s purpose was to hold a committal service before burial.
It is slowly being restored and preserved.
Make your way toward Farewell Street and view the stones in and around the Common Burial Ground. Island Cemetery is listed as RI’s first Historical Cemetery….and one that is the only active cemetery in Newport.
It is listed on the National Register of Historic sites and is one of Newport’s 15 arboreta’s and is open to the public, all faiths and heritage.
Belmont Chapel
Just about .8 miles from here, walk through the Island Cemetery on Warner Street. Walk in and head straight away toward the chapel. This chapel was constructed in 1886 by Mr and Mrs August Belmont, Sr. (Of The Famous Belmont Stakes Horse Race in NY).
The chapel was a memorial to their daughter, Jane Pauline Belmont. Given as a gift, the chapel’s purpose was to hold a committal service before burial.
It is slowly being restored and preserved.
Make your way toward Farewell Street and view the stones in and around the Common Burial Ground. Island Cemetery is listed as RI’s first Historical Cemetery….and one that is the only active cemetery in Newport.
It is listed on the National Register of Historic sites and is one of Newport’s 15 arboreta’s and is open to the public, all faiths and heritage.
Drinks & Nightlife
Fantastic place on a summer day/evening to enjoy some live outdoor music. On a summer night with the prevailing winds of Newport, you may hear the band playing as you sit around our fire pit.
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The Landing Restaurant
30 Bowens WharfFantastic place on a summer day/evening to enjoy some live outdoor music. On a summer night with the prevailing winds of Newport, you may hear the band playing as you sit around our fire pit.
Best Pub Food in town!
Always a great band too!
Have a blast and join Josh, Andy and the boys behind the bar.
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SpeakEasy Bar & Grill
250 Thames StBest Pub Food in town!
Always a great band too!
Have a blast and join Josh, Andy and the boys behind the bar.
Parks & Nature
Terrific walking trails. Park at the local Rogers High School on Wickham Rd and roam through the groomed trails of Ballard Park and the rock quarry.
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Ballard Park
Hazard RoadTerrific walking trails. Park at the local Rogers High School on Wickham Rd and roam through the groomed trails of Ballard Park and the rock quarry.
Beautiful walking trails around Sachuest Point. Bring sunblock, a bottle of water and binoculars for an enjoyable time.
HOWEVER, be mindful of ticks.
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Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge
Beautiful walking trails around Sachuest Point. Bring sunblock, a bottle of water and binoculars for an enjoyable time.
HOWEVER, be mindful of ticks.
RI state parks DO NOT have waste cans, so with that being said, whatever you bring in, please bring it back out with you.
A fabulous place to watch the ocean waves roll in over the rocky coast line. Bring a blanket, a full picnic basket, umbrella, sun block and a kite. Take a walk up to the observation tower and enjoy the breath taking views.
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Brenton Point State Park
Ocean DriveRI state parks DO NOT have waste cans, so with that being said, whatever you bring in, please bring it back out with you.
A fabulous place to watch the ocean waves roll in over the rocky coast line. Bring a blanket, a full picnic basket, umbrella, sun block and a kite. Take a walk up to the observation tower and enjoy the breath taking views.
A Member Owned however, Public Beach with the best CASH concession stand in Newport. Come early for you may not get in.
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Gooseberry Beach
130 Ocean AveA Member Owned however, Public Beach with the best CASH concession stand in Newport. Come early for you may not get in.
State Parks of RI DO NOT have waste cans. Please be mindful to take out what you bring in.
Fabulous place to view the many yacht races and to walk around the fort. This is location where the famous Newport Folk Festival and Jazz Festival take place. Bring a sweater, it is always 10 degrees cooler here than in town.
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Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
80 Fort Adams DrState Parks of RI DO NOT have waste cans. Please be mindful to take out what you bring in.
Fabulous place to view the many yacht races and to walk around the fort. This is location where the famous Newport Folk Festival and Jazz Festival take place. Bring a sweater, it is always 10 degrees cooler here than in town.
Beautiful walking, hiking trails for viewing many bird species.
Easy climbing. Most common hike is out on the famous Hanging Rock Trail.
Land was donated by Mable Norman, youngest of 9 children from Newport.
She studied art in NYC and Boston extensively. Met her husband Dr George Cerio in Italy and they spent their time between Italy and Newport until the start of the Great War.
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Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 3rd Beach RdBeautiful walking, hiking trails for viewing many bird species.
Easy climbing. Most common hike is out on the famous Hanging Rock Trail.
Land was donated by Mable Norman, youngest of 9 children from Newport.
She studied art in NYC and Boston extensively. Met her husband Dr George Cerio in Italy and they spent their time between Italy and Newport until the start of the Great War.
Arts & Culture
Museums
Doris Duke's Mansion!
A must see on a rainy day. Not related and associated or to be confused with the Preservation Society of Newport however, totally worth walking through her home and grounds of the sole American heiress, socialite, horticulturalist, art collector, and philanthropist. The only daughter of a wealthy tobacco tycoon, Dorris Duke was amazing in her philanthropic efforts to restore and revitalize the famous Point Section of Newport, RI.
Newport Restoration
680 Bellevue AvenueDoris Duke's Mansion!
A must see on a rainy day. Not related and associated or to be confused with the Preservation Society of Newport however, totally worth walking through her home and grounds of the sole American heiress, socialite, horticulturalist, art collector, and philanthropist. The only daughter of a wealthy tobacco tycoon, Dorris Duke was amazing in her philanthropic efforts to restore and revitalize the famous Point Section of Newport, RI.
Amazing! And a must see on a rainy day.
Redwood Library and Athenæum is the oldest one still housed and operating in its original building. Redwood library was the first major architectural commission of Peter Harrison.
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Redwood Library & Athenaeum
50 Bellevue AveAmazing! And a must see on a rainy day.
Redwood Library and Athenæum is the oldest one still housed and operating in its original building. Redwood library was the first major architectural commission of Peter Harrison.
A true local attraction to the international sport of tennis on grass courts. It has the worlds largest collection of tennis memorabilia. Famous shingle style design by the famous architectural firm, McKim, Mead and White in 1880. A must see!
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Tennis Hall of Fame Tennis Center
19 Memorial BlvdA true local attraction to the international sport of tennis on grass courts. It has the worlds largest collection of tennis memorabilia. Famous shingle style design by the famous architectural firm, McKim, Mead and White in 1880. A must see!
The Sailing Museum & National Sailing Hall of Fame
A must see if you are a true yachtsman
IYRS School of Technology and Trades
449 Thames StIf open, pay the admissions fee and walk through this amazing home filled with furnished antiques. An absolute treasure of an historic home in Newport.
Casa de Samuel Whitehorne
416 Thames StIf open, pay the admissions fee and walk through this amazing home filled with furnished antiques. An absolute treasure of an historic home in Newport.
Enjoy walking the grounds of a few of these iconic mansions built during the Guilded Age.
Two favorites are Rosecliff and Kingscote. They are not as ostentatious as the Breakers and Elms Mansions.
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Newport Mansions Preservation Society
424 Bellevue AveEnjoy walking the grounds of a few of these iconic mansions built during the Guilded Age.
Two favorites are Rosecliff and Kingscote. They are not as ostentatious as the Breakers and Elms Mansions.
Entering Doris Duke’s home is a real treat. It is a bit pricey to tour however, so worth it….and it is not to be confused with the Newport Preservation Society. She was down to earth and so enjoyed living her summers months at Rough Point. Enjoy the tour and walk those magnificent grounds. It is a real treasure.
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Rough Point
680 Bellevue AveEntering Doris Duke’s home is a real treat. It is a bit pricey to tour however, so worth it….and it is not to be confused with the Newport Preservation Society. She was down to earth and so enjoyed living her summers months at Rough Point. Enjoy the tour and walk those magnificent grounds. It is a real treasure.
This building was completed in 1763 by architect, Peter Harrison. This synagogue is the oldest synagogue in the United States dating back to the colonial era, as well as the oldest surviving Jewish Synagogue in North America.
Peter Harrison built the Newport Historical Museum the year before located down the hill from the synagogue onThames Street.
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Touro Synagogue
85 Touro StThis building was completed in 1763 by architect, Peter Harrison. This synagogue is the oldest synagogue in the United States dating back to the colonial era, as well as the oldest surviving Jewish Synagogue in North America.
Peter Harrison built the Newport Historical Museum the year before located down the hill from the synagogue onThames Street.
If the doors are open, pop your head inside and view the amazing transformation/restoration back to its original performing arts theatre. If accepting donations, drop a couple $$ into their collection bucket.
NPAC - Newport Performing Arts Center
If the doors are open, pop your head inside and view the amazing transformation/restoration back to its original performing arts theatre. If accepting donations, drop a couple $$ into their collection bucket.
Worth the visit! A unique little gift shop on the first floor of this 1762 brick building built by Peter Harrison, and the quaint museum on the upper level has heaps of Newport history including James Franklin’s (yes, older brother to Benjamin Franklin) printing press. Ask Amy about Benjamin Franklin history.
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Museu de História de Newport
127 Thames StWorth the visit! A unique little gift shop on the first floor of this 1762 brick building built by Peter Harrison, and the quaint museum on the upper level has heaps of Newport history including James Franklin’s (yes, older brother to Benjamin Franklin) printing press. Ask Amy about Benjamin Franklin history.
Shopping
Bowen's Wharf
Bowens WharfPlenty of shopping in Brick Market. 20 minute walk from the house. A great place for souvenirs.
Brick Marketplace
Plenty of shopping in Brick Market. 20 minute walk from the house. A great place for souvenirs.
Just over from Brick Market and the Newport Historical Museum, you will find Long Wharf Mall. Another area with unique shops and gift ideas.
Long Wharf Mall, Newport, RI 02840, EUA
Just over from Brick Market and the Newport Historical Museum, you will find Long Wharf Mall. Another area with unique shops and gift ideas.
A beautiful little bookstore within walking distance of here. A wonderful variety of books to choose from. A great place to grab the perfect gift.
Charter Books
8 BroadwayA beautiful little bookstore within walking distance of here. A wonderful variety of books to choose from. A great place to grab the perfect gift.
Essentials
Organic and the best on Aquidneck Island.
CVS is located next door along with a liquor store in between.
Parking is free for shopping use.
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A Market
181 Bellevue AveOrganic and the best on Aquidneck Island.
CVS is located next door along with a liquor store in between.
Parking is free for shopping use.
A short 12 minute walk from here.
Looking for a simply but delicious prepared meal, sandwich and drink, Market on Broadway is for you.
Order ahead before a day at the beach or festivals…..and enjoy.
Market on Broadway
A short 12 minute walk from here.
Looking for a simply but delicious prepared meal, sandwich and drink, Market on Broadway is for you.
Order ahead before a day at the beach or festivals…..and enjoy.