50 Best American Restaurants near Little Compton

“Great place but bring cash. They do not take credit cards“

“Such a beautiful property. Very unique. Room was awesome. Def a plus having a huge soaker tub and fireplace! The staff was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating! Would go back for sure!!“

“Of our trip to multiple New England states, White Horse Tavern was the best! My mom ordered the beef wellington, and she says it is one of the best things she has ever eaten! Service was top-notch, restaurant environment was amazing, and we will most definitely be back. This restaurant is a MUST!“

“Ate here for the first time last night and it was amazing. Food was great, but the service was even better! Very friendly and accommodating.“

“Ate breakfast here after the Newport Half Marathon. It was good food, but even better, it seemed like a comfortable, local place with friendly staff. Very enjoyable breakfast!“

“Such amazing flavors was a taste bud explosion! Definitely an under rated restaurant in Newport!“

“Steph and the team at scratch were SUPERB! Our catering order was perfect (tho we were sad the croissant machine was down) every thing was piping hot (or nice an cool). Everything was SOOO good. Ordering was easy, Steph ensured we had a great variety and enough to feed the post-wedding crowd. We did have breakfast here and it was stellar! Any event you need catered, be sure to check Steph and the team out. You will, NOT be disappointed!“

“Friendly staff and delicious food/drinks. Highly recommended“

“We had a great birthday experience aboard the train & plan on returning many times. We chose The Spruce Car, (as opposed to the murder mystery) which is aptly named, as it's filled with rich, warm woods. The cozy lighting & up-scale, but not pretentious, decor created the perfect ambiance for a romantic birthday. Dinner service was nothing short of wonderful. Our server, Maddie, was friendly, beautiful, and attentive. Both of our dinners were delicious and the cocktails were perfect. More locals should enjoy the Bellevue Grand. It's worth every penny.“

“I decided to treat myself and come on a little solo vacation. This is such an accommodating warm spot. Evan and the whole staff treated me with such kindness as I was dining by myself in the busy summer season the mussels were amazing ! The lobster bisque is not to be missed and the local Winery three thieves was delicious. I recommend this place highly !“

“Always a good time! Great staff,food & atmosphere ❤️. My go to“

“My go-to order in most places would be a Reuben. The quality of the meat, bread and the balance with the sauerkraut, sauce & cheese say a lot about how the restaurant approaches their food. The 02878 is the best Reuben sandwich I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Now I will have to find another go-to for other restaurants because they will pale in comparison to Localz 02878.“

“Came here for Mother’s Day and our table came complete with a picture of my family in a frame. What a nice touch! The food was delicious and our waitress was perfect. She knew exactly what we were going to need having two kids under 4 with us. This is my favorite place in Newport and they hit the mark yet again.“

“Food is consistently amazing. I love the family atmosphere and the menu variety is excellent for a local business in this area.“

“We’ve had a couple meals at the Helmway and they were delicious! The calamari is crispy and done just right, the harvest salad is excellent! The scallops were done to perfection…sweet and tender. The lobster risotto is excellent too! We had the cinnamon toast bread pudding…just wow!! The wine selection is just right! We’ll definitely go back and highly recommend the Helmway!! I couldn’t find a place to give it stars, but I would definitely give it 5 out of 5!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I had a small party catered from here and they did exceptional work! The presentation was better than expected, the server was amazing and the food was delicious!“

“Great but! I don’t buy things like this usually but it’s easy to use at all of our favorite spots around town and is basically free after the first use. Highly recommend!“

“Stephanie was an exceptional bartender—easily one of the best servers we've ever had. She was incredibly knowledgeable about gluten-free options, which made a huge difference for us. Her attention to detail was impressive, from promptly changing out silverware between courses to keeping our drinks filled without us ever needing to ask. The food was outstanding! The carpaccio was the best we’ve had, and the gluten-free s’mores dessert was absolutely delicious—a perfect ending to the meal. The atmosphere had a great vibe with stunning views, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. We’ll definitely be back!“

“We always stop in when we are in Newport. The infused Woodford Reserve is always a hit. My wife loves the infused seltzers. Ethan is always fun.“

“Gorgeous hotel and beyond amazing staff and service .. just a wonderful time there“

“Best lobster tacos !!! The Management went above and beyond with their service. I had forgetfully left my (newly purchased) red parrot baseball cap under our table. We were visiting Newport, RI from the Northwest and chose to dine at the Red Parrot restaurant because of its excellent reviews. I called the next day about my cap, explaining that we had already left the city. To my comfort, the Red Parrot restaurant mailed my cap along with a bonus - a large Red Parrot T-shirt for my husband. What restaurant here in the Northwest would do something like that ?“

“We came in Sunday evening for a small dinner and dessert and sat at the bar. The bartender was attentive and filled our drinks quickly. It was pretty empty when we got there but packed when we left. The food was AMAZING. We shared the short rib special and it was so good! For dessert we had the chocolate mousse and bread pudding which were also sooooo good! The restaurant itself was beautiful. Prices were reasonable. Would definitely dine here again!“

“Gorgeous hotel and beyond amazing staff and service .. just a wonderful time there“

“Excellent server, food and the music is great!“

“Delicious food, great service and I highly recommend.“

“Love Becky and her colleague“

“Spectacular dining experience between the service, Sarah and Olivia were phenomenal! The food, the scratch made fettuccine was perfectly cooked and coated with the hearty bolognese full of flavor, the eggplant app was mouthwatering and the Gorgonzola dip w/ garlic bread was incredible- they should bottle the stuff! The atmosphere was inviting and full of locals who were eager to share their recommendations! 10/10 will be back!“

“Absolutely great food and service. Dined last Saturday evening with two of our teen and preteen grandchildren. All of us enjoyed our meals and the service was on point. This next point deserves mentioning as it speaks to the culture of the establishment: When my granddaughter became ill (NOT food related), the manager came over immediately to help comfort her… she brought hot tea and took her to more private quarters to relax until her discomfort passed. We were impressed and remain grateful for the compassion and level of care exhibited. We will continue to visit again and again in the future. Many thanks!!!“

“Great food and the wait staff very friendly.“

“I haven’t been there in a while, but when I have been over there, a breakfast food was always very good and very fast. Thank you for your time.“

“We came in this past Saturday, 1.18.25 as a party of 5 and from the moment we came in were greeted by the most Amazing Host, smiling and so Courteous. We were instantly seated & our Server, Isabella, was So Friendly! & kind took our drinks & apps pretty swiftly that night. Isabella was attentive, and Cheerful around the clock and didn’t let our drinks run out! What Incredible Customer Service & Experience! I loved coming to this location wow! Also as it was getting busy Isabella still made sure throughout that we were pleased with our apps, and entrees. I’ll be DEFINITELY going back thank you so much the Best Experience out of all the Applebees I’ve been to. Thank you to the Incredible Team!!“

“Amazing environment! Food was amazing!“

“1st time date night for us. We were met and had Darwin the AMAZING to ourselves. Fall cocktails were delish and menu changes were not disappointing! Bar12 was full when we left.“

“Perfect double date night spot! Menu has something for everyone & everything we tried was delicious. Fun cocktail menu & extensive beer selection. Staff was friendly & attentive. Will definitely return.“

“food is outstanding, been here a few times and is been consistently great 🤙“

“After driving by countless times, and always seeing the parking lot full, we finally were able to stop in ourselves…and now we know why the lot was always full. The food was delish, the service was excellent! Kacey and Bea were the bartenders and our servers as we sat at the bar. I had the fancy burger, would highly recommend!“

“Breakfast and breakfast 🥞 ice cream“

“Bittersweet Farms was the perfect setting for our wedding. The venue is beautiful and full of charm. From the moment we toured the venue, we knew it was the right place. The grounds are stunning, the layout is thoughtful, and it has that cozy, timeless feel we were looking for. What truly made the experience exceptional was Abby, our coordinator. She was incredible from start to finish. She was detail-oriented, and so easy to work with. Abby made sure everything ran smoothly the entire day and handled all the little things before we even had a chance to notice them. She truly went above and beyond to make sure we could relax and enjoy the moment. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting the venue, and we’re still so grateful for how stress-free the day felt thanks to Abbey and the Bittersweet team. Highly recommend.“

“We had reservations in the back room (the old formal dining room). Sat next to window - but cold air coming thru the window made things terribly uncomfortable - had to put on our Canada goose coats to stay warm. We requested a move to the front tavern room - which we were graciously accommodated. Service and food in the tavern was excellent. We've been going to the BP for more than forty years - one of our favors in Newport. We especially like the ambience of the tavern room. Mussels and chowder are the best. But please forego the back room in winter - unless you like attic weather.“

“Great options for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a cocktail and appetizer. Johnny’s is an ideal location. The Patio has an awesome view. The employees are wonderful and make everyone feel like family. Entertainment on Weekend nights. Free parking…. I can’t say enough!“

“Delicious breakfast. I had two eggs over light with fruit. Grandson had pancakes. Daughter had Belgium waffle. Good service. Clean restaurant. Pretty decor.

Parking: spacious.

Kid-friendliness: roomy for kids.“

“Ma's Donuts is an absolute gem! If you're looking for a perfect breakfast treat, look no further. Their donuts are unbelievably delicious — soft, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Whether you’re a fan of classic glazed or something more adventurous, each bite is a little piece of heaven. The texture is perfect — light and airy, but still rich with flavor.

What makes Ma’s even better is the atmosphere. It feels like a local favorite that truly cares about the quality of their product. It's definitely more than just a quick stop — it's a destination for anyone who loves a sweet breakfast. If you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and grab a dozen (or two)! You won’t regret it!“

“Love to hangout on the top deck over looking the Sakonnet River. Please do crank up your coolers beers are not very cold.“

“Only bar in town that had a crowd watching UConn!“

“Great location nice big bar with tvs“

“excellent wings fast service and great prices.“

“First time here. Date night with my man. I made reservations through Open Table…I guess you really don’t need to make reservations for a Tuesday night :-)
I will say that we were there for about 40 minutes when we were called by the restaurant, reminding me of my reservation. I explained that we were seated by Adam and we all had a laugh.
Adam was exceptionally awesome!
They were terribly short staffed last night and he was working very hard to keep every one of the patrons happy. He even had some great suggestions on what to cook with some dressing that we had purchased from New Mexico. Adam knows about Hatch green chile!! Super cool guy and he made our evening special.
The food was ok. I read all of the reviews from both yelp and google before I went. I think that if the stats all align correctly, this spot can be pretty damn good. We ordered General Tso’s calamari for our app, I got the steak sub with sweet potato fries and my man got chicken pesto pasta and added shrimp. The plates did not disappoint and my drinks were poured well.

Will be back again soon :-)“

“So so good! It’s a must go if you are anywhere in the area. We were heading out of Newport after a walk at the cliffs, and the sign caught our eye. Every sandwich we had was fresh and amazingly good! Fun, unique, and creative sandwiches, plus plenty of tried and true traditional sandwiches for those picky eaters. Staff was helpful and so pleasant. We can’t say enough good things. Just go, you won’t be disappointed!“

“Vegan options available! Simple and delicious variety of sandwiches. Cozy ambience.“

“Fun atmosphere and great service!“