New American Restaurants in Newport, RI

“Beautiful old Tavern

Loved the Lobster Bisque - one of the best I have enjoyed.

Scallop appetizer with slaw was perfect. Share a side of frites if you need extra.

Go early & dine at the bar. Cozy and meet people.“

“Beautiful spot to watch passing boats . Excellent meal . Swordfish was one of the best !“

“If you’re coming to visit Newport and haven’t heard of Jo’s, it’s because it’s a hidden gem! Amazing local farm-to-table options that keep us and those who visit us asking to go back to that one place in Newport, I really loved! The service to guests with one or more allergies was superb! The chef personally came to our table on each visit to discuss what meals were safe to order. I have multiple allergies, so sometimes they would have made me my own off-the-menu special dish. I’ve never gotten sick once, and everyone who goes there with us when they visit always asks to go back on their next trip! ♥️“

“Just finished great meal. Huge lobster roll, high quality kids chicken and big beefy kids burger. I had the fish n chips which was amazing! Old Bay fries and what had to be a whole Cod! The best part was Peter N. He was very informative, quick in serving the kids which lets Mom and Dad relax. Such a great day and great meal.“

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

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Awesome bartender deserts are over the top“

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

“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!“

“We had my daughters graduation dinner here last evening and it was fantastic. Bobby our waiter was exceptional. An experience we will cherish….thank you.“

“Honestly a great cozy breakfast spot right at the bottom of the hotel which makes it super convenient if your trying to get something to eat either first thing in the morning or at the end of your night, the food is also super good so you can't go wrong with anything you pick!“

“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!!!“

“very good food but the portions are small especially the. fish and chips“

“They were able to accommodate me on a busy weekend, even let me choose my seat even though I was alone and they had people continuing to arrive. The hostess and waitress were friendly, the food was delicious (pesto shrimp pizza), the view was nice as it's right on the water, and I chose a table that allowed me to see it properly. The band I was particularly happy about- I thought they were fantastic- they played early rock n roll, and I wish I asked their name.

It's a really relaxed atmosphere, not fancy, think old patio furniture. My table was not steady and rocked when you moved, the chairs were plastic, but I didn't mind. If you want a good meal on the water and are not picky about that, I'd recommend this place.

Kid-friendliness: Plenty of kids there.“

“Great place! Wonderful staff. Friendly clientele. Lots of fun!“

“Had dinner at MainSail Restaurant & Lounge tonight while staying at the Marriott, with a large group on the eve of a snowstorm. Carolyn didn’t miss a beat — wine service, cocktails, and everyone’s dinner were handled seamlessly. She was calm, kind, and attentive despite how busy it was. It was perfect. Really appreciated her.“

“Food was excellent. Prime and Wagyu steaks on the menu. We chose a prime Tomahawk for two. Perfectly cooked. Bread should not be charged. It is a basic feature at a restaurant in this price point. The room was large enough to have good energy, small enough to keep noise at a good level. View is excellent. The waiter was attentive, not obtrusive. The lounge area has club chairs and a double side fireplace, comfortable for before or after a meal. I would anticipate returning next time we are in Newport.“