Dock and Dine: 6 Restaurants to Visit by Boat in Newport, Rhode Island
Known for 18th-century mansions, world-class sailing and a stunning location on Narragansett Bay, Easton Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Newport is a terrific destination for boaters, adventure seekers and history buffs. For those who enjoy combining a day out on the water with a delicious meal, the Ocean State city of Newport boasts an array of dock and dine restaurants.
Let’s check out some of the top restaurants to visit from a marina, boat ramp or private boat dock rental in Newport, Rhode Island.
22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille
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Located on Bowen’s Wharf near the Newport Yachting Center Marina, 22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille boasts a wonderful view of Newport Harbor. It’s the perfect place to watch the sunset while enjoying a meal from a private boat slip for rent. 22 Bowen's offers a variety of seafood options, including a raw bar, clam chowder and seafood paella. They also have a selection of steaks and burgers for those looking for land-based eats. Guests can arrive by boat and tie up at one of the restaurant's private docks.
The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar
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Another popular dock and dine option is The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar. Situated on Sayer's Wharf, it has been a Newport institution since 1981. The menu offers a variety of seafood selections such as fresh oysters, clam chowder and lobster. The Mooring also has an extensive wine list. Pull up and dock at one of the restaurant's 50 slips and enjoy a meal on the outdoor deck overlooking the harbor.
Belle’s Café
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For those looking for a casual option, Belle's Cafe is a great choice to cruise to from a private boat lift for rent. It’s located on the dock at the Newport Shipyard and offers a variety of breakfast and lunch options. The cafe is known for its fresh bakery items that include muffins, croissants and scones. Guests can tie up at one of the Newport Shipyard's transient slips and enjoy a relaxing meal before heading out for a day on the water.
The Reef
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Located on Newport Harbor, The Reef is popular for lunch, dinner and brunch. Choose from items like buttermilk fried chicken, flatbread, New England clam chowder and yellowfin tuna. The brunch menu includes shrimp and grits, eggs Benedict, French toast and more. Enjoy the sunset and a tropical drink on the patio overlooking the boat-filled harbor. Events like live music make this a fun spot to head to from a private boat slip for rent.
At the Deck
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Looking for a lively place to dine from a private boat dock for rent in downtown Newport? Found at Waite’s Wharf, near West Wind Marina, At the Deck serves local seafood and raw bar specials. Dine indoors or outside overlooking the harbor.
The Lobster Bar Newport
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Offering great views of Newport Harbor, the Lobster Bar Newport is another terrific restaurant to visit from a private boat lift for rent. The property was formerly the Aquidneck Lobster Company, and it carries on the tradition with a variety of lobster-inspired menu items. Choose from selections like lobster bisque, lobster rolls, New England clam chowder, fish and chips, burgers and a large selection of cocktails, wine and beer.
We hope you’ve found some new places to cruise to in Newport. Let us know your favorites.
