Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar

We came as a group of 6. All of us were disappointed. For being on a wharf, we expected bigger and better tastes. Although the servers were kind, we don’t think we had their full attention. We also were a little off-put by the demonic decorations. We know it’s Halloween season but it just isn’t fun to sit at a table with an evil child hung on the wall staring at you. Overall, we didn’t hate our experience but it’s so far been the most disappointing meal we’ve had while visiting Newport. Sorry guys, this one didn’t hit.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 4

Great place highly recommend. Have the deviled eggs!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

McKenize was our server, she was excellent, food was good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

was very excited to try this restaurant as it had great reviews and a good number of recommendations just to be disappointed when my partner and i dined here. host was very nice and seated us promptly but our issue was with our server. it took a while for her to greet us because she was having conversation with another table and then we were finally graced with her attention. she took our drink orders and that proceeded to take another 15 minutes to receive our drinks while a couple at the bar and a couple who had walked in after us received their drinks before us. while i believed was the making of our drinks we had a direct view of the wet bar and could see our server talking to the bartender while looking at us and pointing. this continued throughout the night. we weren’t greeted with the warm and welcoming nature that she provided other tables who had come after us. it as well took forever to get our check because she was simply not worried about us. would not recommend coming here if you are a person of color. it seems as though that was the defining factor

Oliva was awesome! We love coming there. Always feel like family and you all make the best Old Fashions!!! See you soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Last night I ordered the seafood chowder in a bread bowl about 9 pm. I was up from midnight to 4am vomiting. Obvious food poisoning. Use caution here.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Our rail adventure tour was cancelled because of the weather so we decided to get some lunch in downtown Newport. All I have to say is: Lauren is incredible!! She really made the experience so fun and gave some amazing recommendations for the area. The food and drinks were great too. We will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our experience at Wharf Southern Kitchen and Whiskey Bar in Newport, Rhode Island, was disappointing. We sat at the back bar, but no one acknowledged us for about 10 minutes despite servers and employees passing by multiple times. Finally, a waitress informed us the bar was closed and directed us to either get a table or move to the front bar, which felt dismissive and unwelcoming.

Once seated, the food came out quickly and was tasty, which was a redeeming factor. However, the overall lack of warmth from the staff made us feel like we were bothering them, which soured the experience. The restrooms were clean but limited to two single-person stalls, leading to long lines.

Despite the decent food, the unwelcoming vibe means we won’t return. A little hospitality would go a long way here.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 2

Interesting place, nice back deck. Great chicken sandwich!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food and good drinks

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very disappointed, server was great . Food very lack luster. Got clam roll 🫣. Maybe 4 whole belly clams. Batter fell off. Brought our food to another table.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

Food and atmosphere ok... service on 8/10/25 was very poor. Didn't get my drinks until the entree was served. Had only 2 table at the time I was there.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

We had the fried calamari appetizer and a fried pickles appetizer. Both were good. Chicken sandwich and burger were both good. One of us got the sliders. They were tiny. Snack size. The Mac and cheese side dish was average. Wait staff were great. Very friendly and prompt. Atmosphere was fine. We happened to go on bingo night and it was loud. Hard to hear each other. It's also dark in the dining area. More of a bar feel than a restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

I can’t say enough about this place. Everything was exceptional, from the hostess, server , to the food. We came in on July 25 at about noon.
Now I talked to a gentleman outside who worked there and said the bacon peanut butter burger was definitely worth trying, and he also said the deviled eggs were the best ever. He was absolutely right on both.
Be our server sorry I can’t remember his name did a fabulous job taking care of us and was training at the same time. We are definitely going back in September for my birthday.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I ordered the Chowder tots and was extremely disappointed. Tots were fried very hard and they gave me about 2 tablespoons of chowder on top. Clearly not worth the $15 price tag.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5