Waterfront restaurants in RI invite seaside views to pull up a chair

Watefront restaurants can run the gamut from seafood shacks to white-tablecloth food extravaganzas. Enjoy dining by the sea in all its forms during your Rhode Island vacation or getaway

Newport South County
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Clarke Cooke House Restaurant

1 Bannister's Wharf Newport, RI 02840 Phone: 401-849-2900 Fax: 401-849-0780

A multi-layered feast for the senses

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.

Hyatt Regency Newport

1 Goat Island Newport, RI Phone: 401-851-1234 Fax: 401-851-3201

The Windward Restaurant - Experience the ultimate in seaside dining

Looking to experience one of the best Newport restaurants? Enjoy elegant surroundings and spectacular food when you dine at Hyatt Regency Newport's Windward Restaurant. Rich wood floors and generously-proportioned windows serve as the perfect backdrop to a stunning view of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Observe sailboats gliding in and out of the harbor as you dine on fresh seafood, daily specials, and prime cuts of beef, poultry and pork. Our professional wait staff is always accommodating and never obtrusive. Sophisticated atmosphere and an impressive beverage list ensure there's something for everyone.

Spiced Pear Restaurant

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

"Rapturous"

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.
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Paddy's Beach Restaurant & Hotel

159 Atlantic Avenue Misquamicut, RI 02891 Phone: 401-596-2610 Fax: 401-596-3323

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.

Pleasant View Inn

65 Atlantic Avenue Misquamicut, RI 02891 Phone: 401-348-8200 Toll-Free: 800-782-3224 Fax: 401-348-8919

You're invited to relax, unwind, and have a little fun...

The Pleasant View Inn offers two oceanfront dining experiences. So whether you are in the mood for a casual lunch or a relaxing dinner prepared by our Chef, we are here to satisfy you. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served seven days a week. The dining room, a sun filled room with extensive views of the ocean and menu options for every appetite. The upper hatch, a more casual atmosphere, but the same great food and view, with a wrap around bar for grabbing a late afternoon cocktail, or a quick bite to eat.

The Andrea

89 Atlantic Avenue Misquamicut, RI 02891 Phone: 401-348-8788 Toll-Free: 888-318-5707

The bar and restaurant at the Andrea Hotel have a beautiful view of Misquamicut Beach and the Atlantic Ocean, with plenty of seating available both inside and outside on our beach front patio. The menu features fresh local seafood, including our award-winning clam chowder.

There are six televisions around the bar to amuse our sports fanatics, and our dance floor is alive every day of the week with a live DJ, band or local musicians. We love to have new taste testers available to try out our newest concoctions, so come and join the fun.

Our hotel and bar staff often return year after year just like our customers. The Andrea is a family run business and we are always looking to welcome new customers into our family.