Rhode Island - Waterfront Dining

Clarke Cooke House Restaurant
1 Bannister's Wharf
Newport, RI  02840
Phone: 401-846-4500
Fax: 401-849-8750

A multi-layered feast for the senses

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Welcome to The Clarke Cooke House. Renowned for its innovative cuisine, it is legendary as a spot to meet and greet. For locals and visitors alike, the Cooke House is the quintessential Newport experience. Chef Ted Gidley uses the freshest seafood, the most flavorful beef, and the best regional produce to create imaginative dishes. Inspired by his experience in the finest French kitchens, Chef Ted’s cooking remains true to our seaside New England heritage. Whether a quiet dinner or late night revelry, our goal has always been to hospitably cater to our guests with great food, professional service, and a sophisticated environment. We've been hosts to princesses and yachting stars, captains of industry and charming scalawags, to occasions whimsical and outrageous.

Spiced Pear Restaurant
117 Memorial Boulevard
Newport, RI  02840
Phone: 401-847-2244
Fax: 401-842-3620

"Rapturous"

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Welcome to the new standard in Newport dining. Dramatic oceanfront views and excellent culinary creations await your arrival at the Spiced Pear Restaurant. The 120-seat restaurant offers outdoor dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner on its covered terrace overlooking the manicured garden, ocean and Easton’s Beach as well as indoor dining in the veranda room and main dining room. The Spiced Pear Restaurant is located within Newport’s exquisite waterfront hotel, the Chanler at Cliff Walk. Host a private event at the Spiced Pear Restaurant and inspire your guests with an experience they’ll always remember. Visit us today and experience European elegance and historic dining splendor for yourself. Winner of the 2004 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence,voted #1 Standout by the Providence Journal, and named in GQ's "20 Burgers to try before You Die" list.

The Smokehouse Cafe
America's Cup Avenue at Sayer's Wharf
Newport, RI  02840
Phone: 401-848-9800

A genuine rib joint

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Enjoy the outdoor atmosphere while savoring ribs right off the "smoker." Barbecue ribs, smoked wings, and award-winning smoked corn and crab chowder are just a few of the smoked items we offer at the Smokehouse Café! Here at the Smokehouse Cafe, we serve great smoked and barbecued foods. Our ribs and wings are smoked in our Southern Pride smoker with hickory logs, and we use an amazing canola/corn oil blend for our fried foods. We also offer vegetarian fare that's sure to please.

Paddy's Beach Restaurant & Hotel
159 Atlantic Avenue
Misquamicut, RI  02891
Phone: Restaurant 401-596-2610  Hotel 401-596-4350
Fax: 401-596-3323

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Family fun, food, and drink on Misquamicut State Beach is what you'll find at Paddy's Beach. Dine Al fresco on the beach in our 350-seat restaurant and feast on our menu that combines great American, seafood, and Italian tastes. Paddy's Beach features a unique Kids' Menu and our young guests receive a theme outfit and toys with each kids meal. There’s even a kid’s game area. Our Signature Specialty Drink Menu has a delicious variety of libations for you to enjoy. There’s plenty to do at Paddy’s Beach with weekly volleyball games and daily DJ Deck Parties Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is also live entertainment on weekend nights. Paddy's also features beachfront hotel rooms. Open Mother's Day-Labor Day.