High quality, elegant, artistic dishes from starters thru dessert. Smaller portions but even considering that the prices are very fair, which was nice for a change. Really nice ambiance, great for a fancy date night / occasion.
Stan
We went there for my birthday. It was very nice but the menu has been slimmed down so there are fewer choices. My wife was disappointed that they no longer had the lobster dish that she really liked.
John Croci
Chanterelle is a reminder that when French cuisine is done well, it is a wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Bigda
Absolutely wonderful. Max was our server and was he was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grand Marnier Soufflé, Souffle, Mushroom Puff Pastry, Filet Mignon and Shrimp
Aprint
As always a wonderful experience only enhanced by our waiter Daniel. The food and drinks were outstanding and Daniel's expertise good humor and easy banter made for another memorable evening at Chanterelles.
Patricia Hart
Excellent! Tuna dijonnaise and lobster ravioli and flourless chocolate cake. Wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I can't say enough about our experience at the Chanterelle. Elegant service and superb food. The souffle was the best dessert I've ever had. It's a must. We travel and seek out the best restaurants and this gem is on our top 10 list.
John
Best fine dining in Newport. The meal was fabulous from the appetizers to the main course to dessert. Reasonably priced for fine dining. Staff was attentive and friendly. My new favorite restaurant in Newport Bon Appetit!
OpenTableDiner
Dan our captain did not disappoint- drinks were made to perfection! We were hesitant to try the sweetbread app but due to his recommendation- my husband found them delicious! The steak tartare was amazing. I had the duck - delicately prepared and cooked to perfection. My husband had the pork and couldn't have been happier with it. And the soufflé- a staple and must have at the end of a deliciously prepared and presented meal.
Alex W.
I came here last weekend with a friend because we were so excited to check out one of OpenTable's most romantic restaurants in the US! Chanterelle did live up to the hype! The interior was extremely well decorated with a nautical/colonial theme; the seats were extremely comfortable; there was an indoor fireplace going in one corner; and the tables were far enough apart that it didn't feel crowded even when other parties were sat next to us. The service was also incredible. Our "captain" was extremely attentive, and we never had to wait long for our dishes or if we needed something. Onto the food! My friend and I split an appetizer of the mushroom vol au vent (puff pastry), and it was _divine_. The ingredients were so fresh, and the pastry itself was warm, flaky, buttery, and crisp. It was everything I wanted flavor wise and pretty filling even when split in half! I then got the duck a l'orange while my friend got the pork croute. I tend to be a fan of more rare cookings of meat, so the medium-rare (slightly more rare than one might think) duck was just about right for me. The orange reduction sauce was great, too, and the crispy skin they also had was perfect! The only suggestion I might make is that the restaurant default to providing steak knives for the duck, as it was a little tough to cut with a normal knife. I also tried the pork en croute, which was another well-balanced and delicious dish, but pretty well marbled. For someone looking for a lighter entree, splitting this one might be the best move as I could see it being a bit rich if eaten in its entirety. Then the desserts! I got the Grand Marnier Souffle, which was very light, fluffy, and wonderful. It was pretty strong on the Grand Marnier, though, so I would say it's not for the faint of heart. My friend's warm pear tart with vegan vanilla ice cream was also great; it can be difficult to poach pears without it getting too soggy, yet Chanterelle pulled it off! All in all, an amazing meal. Will have to be back again and again! PS with Parking -- they give you a pass so you can park in one of the church parking lots just down the street, so make sure to stop into the restaurant on your way to the lot so you can find a spot easily instead of circling the narrow Newport streets!
Our meal was divine. Started with the mushroom and asparagus pastry that perfectly showcases the flavors of the vegetables in a light butter sauce. The pork entree was perfectly cooked. For dessert, our poached pear tart was perfectly poached with a gorgeous coconut based vanilla ice cream. Our server was incredibly attentive, and the ambiance was intimate and warm on a freezing day. Would highly recommend to couples looking for a classic French meal in Newport.
Oppi328
Chantrelle is a fabulous restaurant! The food all tastes so home made! We loved the duck and the Dover sole! The lobster ravioli appetizer was also amazing! They have a great wine list, and we tried a wonderful bottle of champagne! The service was fantastic! The best thing, however, is the gran manier soufflé! It is so hard to make this, and they do it perfectly! I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant! 
Olivia B.
Consider Chanterelle for any special occasion!! Went here tonight for our anniversary and the service was next level! I had noted it was our anniversary on the reservation but I feel like restaurants seldom take notice. Not only did many of the staff wish us a happy anniversary, our dessert was inscribed and champagne was received. The server, Max, was meticulous with detail and made sure our dining experience was top notch. We started with wine by the glass then switched to a half bottle of wine, which was perfect for dinner. For an entree, I got the Cornish game hen supreme, which I will be thinking about for a long time. It was well seasoned and the mix of accoutrements made the dish. I wish I got more of the butternut squash/carrot purée!! This will definitely not be our last time at Chanterelle!
Keith S.
If I could give half, I would have given 3.5 stars. The service was perfect. Attentive (but not too attentive) knowledgeable, skilled (pouring sauces onto desserts and cocktails from elevated heights). We got two appetizers, the Wild Mushroom Vol Au Vent and the Truffle Cheese Mousse. Both were very good. The Mousse had more depth but neither disappointed. For entrées, I got the Duck A L'Orange and my wife got the Pork. The duck was a sliced breast with a piece of crispy skin on top. Both came with a little vignette that included some puréed vegetables (we really liked the carrots prepared that way). The duck was a little tough, but the flavor was good. When asked how I would like the duck cooked (medium/rare, etc.) I asked for the chef's recommendation, so that wasn't the issue. Maybe it wouldn't have been as noticeable if they'd given me a steak knife, but both of us were given butter knives. It was funny because in the dining room, you'd keep hearing the scraping of a butter knife against a plate as people tried to cut meat with the incorrect tool. My wife said the pork was just okay. When we ordered our entrées we were told that if we wanted the soufflé, we needed to order it with dinner order, and we did. I don't usually order dessert, but I'm glad we did. This was the tastiest part of the meal. It was amazing. The texture and flavors of the soufflé and the sauce were just incredible. As for the ambiance. The restaurant is very pretty and decorated nicely. The level of service (and really the whole vibe) is what you'd usually find at places with far more expensive menus. Most of the entrées are around $30, with a couple around $50. The appetizers were under $20, but the vibe was far more, hmm, I don't want to say stuffy, but you know what I mean? They were taking themselves very seriously. It's definitely the kind of place where people with an average appetite will need to get an appetizer, an entrée and dessert . . . maybe even an extra appetizer for the table. The portions are what I'd call, fancy small.
michael troy
Thank you for a very memorable Valentine's? celebrationFrench cuisine, superior service, exceptional ambiance & with free parking...all for remarkable value! Simply the best of Newport!! ?(Only Gracies in Providence rivals Chanterelle's total dining experience in RI!)
High quality, elegant, artistic dishes from starters thru dessert. Smaller portions but even considering that the prices are very fair, which was nice for a change. Really nice ambiance, great for a fancy date night / occasion.
We went there for my birthday. It was very nice but the menu has been slimmed down so there are fewer choices. My wife was disappointed that they no longer had the lobster dish that she really liked.
Chanterelle is a reminder that when French cuisine is done well, it is a wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely wonderful. Max was our server and was he was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grand Marnier Soufflé, Souffle, Mushroom Puff Pastry, Filet Mignon and Shrimp
As always a wonderful experience only enhanced by our waiter Daniel. The food and drinks were outstanding and Daniel's expertise good humor and easy banter made for another memorable evening at Chanterelles.
Excellent! Tuna dijonnaise and lobster ravioli and flourless chocolate cake. Wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I can't say enough about our experience at the Chanterelle. Elegant service and superb food. The souffle was the best dessert I've ever had. It's a must. We travel and seek out the best restaurants and this gem is on our top 10 list.
Best fine dining in Newport. The meal was fabulous from the appetizers to the main course to dessert. Reasonably priced for fine dining. Staff was attentive and friendly. My new favorite restaurant in Newport Bon Appetit!
Dan our captain did not disappoint- drinks were made to perfection! We were hesitant to try the sweetbread app but due to his recommendation- my husband found them delicious! The steak tartare was amazing. I had the duck - delicately prepared and cooked to perfection. My husband had the pork and couldn't have been happier with it. And the soufflé- a staple and must have at the end of a deliciously prepared and presented meal.
I came here last weekend with a friend because we were so excited to check out one of OpenTable's most romantic restaurants in the US! Chanterelle did live up to the hype! The interior was extremely well decorated with a nautical/colonial theme; the seats were extremely comfortable; there was an indoor fireplace going in one corner; and the tables were far enough apart that it didn't feel crowded even when other parties were sat next to us. The service was also incredible. Our "captain" was extremely attentive, and we never had to wait long for our dishes or if we needed something. Onto the food! My friend and I split an appetizer of the mushroom vol au vent (puff pastry), and it was _divine_. The ingredients were so fresh, and the pastry itself was warm, flaky, buttery, and crisp. It was everything I wanted flavor wise and pretty filling even when split in half! I then got the duck a l'orange while my friend got the pork croute. I tend to be a fan of more rare cookings of meat, so the medium-rare (slightly more rare than one might think) duck was just about right for me. The orange reduction sauce was great, too, and the crispy skin they also had was perfect! The only suggestion I might make is that the restaurant default to providing steak knives for the duck, as it was a little tough to cut with a normal knife. I also tried the pork en croute, which was another well-balanced and delicious dish, but pretty well marbled. For someone looking for a lighter entree, splitting this one might be the best move as I could see it being a bit rich if eaten in its entirety. Then the desserts! I got the Grand Marnier Souffle, which was very light, fluffy, and wonderful. It was pretty strong on the Grand Marnier, though, so I would say it's not for the faint of heart. My friend's warm pear tart with vegan vanilla ice cream was also great; it can be difficult to poach pears without it getting too soggy, yet Chanterelle pulled it off! All in all, an amazing meal. Will have to be back again and again! PS with Parking -- they give you a pass so you can park in one of the church parking lots just down the street, so make sure to stop into the restaurant on your way to the lot so you can find a spot easily instead of circling the narrow Newport streets!
Restaurantji Recommends
Our meal was divine. Started with the mushroom and asparagus pastry that perfectly showcases the flavors of the vegetables in a light butter sauce. The pork entree was perfectly cooked. For dessert, our poached pear tart was perfectly poached with a gorgeous coconut based vanilla ice cream. Our server was incredibly attentive, and the ambiance was intimate and warm on a freezing day. Would highly recommend to couples looking for a classic French meal in Newport.
Chantrelle is a fabulous restaurant! The food all tastes so home made! We loved the duck and the Dover sole! The lobster ravioli appetizer was also amazing! They have a great wine list, and we tried a wonderful bottle of champagne! The service was fantastic! The best thing, however, is the gran manier soufflé! It is so hard to make this, and they do it perfectly! I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant! 
Consider Chanterelle for any special occasion!! Went here tonight for our anniversary and the service was next level! I had noted it was our anniversary on the reservation but I feel like restaurants seldom take notice. Not only did many of the staff wish us a happy anniversary, our dessert was inscribed and champagne was received. The server, Max, was meticulous with detail and made sure our dining experience was top notch. We started with wine by the glass then switched to a half bottle of wine, which was perfect for dinner. For an entree, I got the Cornish game hen supreme, which I will be thinking about for a long time. It was well seasoned and the mix of accoutrements made the dish. I wish I got more of the butternut squash/carrot purée!! This will definitely not be our last time at Chanterelle!
If I could give half, I would have given 3.5 stars. The service was perfect. Attentive (but not too attentive) knowledgeable, skilled (pouring sauces onto desserts and cocktails from elevated heights). We got two appetizers, the Wild Mushroom Vol Au Vent and the Truffle Cheese Mousse. Both were very good. The Mousse had more depth but neither disappointed. For entrées, I got the Duck A L'Orange and my wife got the Pork. The duck was a sliced breast with a piece of crispy skin on top. Both came with a little vignette that included some puréed vegetables (we really liked the carrots prepared that way). The duck was a little tough, but the flavor was good. When asked how I would like the duck cooked (medium/rare, etc.) I asked for the chef's recommendation, so that wasn't the issue. Maybe it wouldn't have been as noticeable if they'd given me a steak knife, but both of us were given butter knives. It was funny because in the dining room, you'd keep hearing the scraping of a butter knife against a plate as people tried to cut meat with the incorrect tool. My wife said the pork was just okay. When we ordered our entrées we were told that if we wanted the soufflé, we needed to order it with dinner order, and we did. I don't usually order dessert, but I'm glad we did. This was the tastiest part of the meal. It was amazing. The texture and flavors of the soufflé and the sauce were just incredible. As for the ambiance. The restaurant is very pretty and decorated nicely. The level of service (and really the whole vibe) is what you'd usually find at places with far more expensive menus. Most of the entrées are around $30, with a couple around $50. The appetizers were under $20, but the vibe was far more, hmm, I don't want to say stuffy, but you know what I mean? They were taking themselves very seriously. It's definitely the kind of place where people with an average appetite will need to get an appetizer, an entrée and dessert . . . maybe even an extra appetizer for the table. The portions are what I'd call, fancy small.
Thank you for a very memorable Valentine's? celebrationFrench cuisine, superior service, exceptional ambiance & with free parking...all for remarkable value! Simply the best of Newport!! ?(Only Gracies in Providence rivals Chanterelle's total dining experience in RI!)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5