Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced the launch of a relief fund to provide aid to the fully employee-owned hospitality company’s more than 700 employees. Newport Restaurant Group, which is 100% employee-owned, includes a portfolio of restaurants that include Castle Hill Inn, The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar, 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille, Bar […]
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Bowen’s Wharf moves Oyster & Chowder Festival to Fourth of July Weekend
Due to the coronavirus, Bowen’s Wharf Co. has postponed their Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival from May 30th and 31st to July 4th and 5th. “We want to support our tenants, local aquaculture, agriculture, and local businesses and their employees in getting back on their feet after the crippling effects of this virus,” a Facebook […]
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RI Hospitality Association, RI Hospitality Education Foundation establish “RI Hospitality Employee Relief Fund”
The RI Hospitality Association (RIHA) and RI Hospitality Education Foundation (RIHEF) announced yesterday that it has established the RI Hospitality Employee Relief Fund to benefit statewide foodservice, lodging and tourism employees who have been laid off due to the COVID-19 situation. Rhode Island-based hospitality workers who have recently been laid off due to business closures and statewide restrictions imposed as part […]
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Simpatico will offer free lunch to Jamestown residents in need
Pictured: Simpatico Owner and General Manager Amy Barclay and her late husband, Ben, who passed away last year after battling cancer. Amy Barclay, Owner and General Manager of Simpatico on Jamestown tells us that the restaurant will provide free meals to Jamestown residents who are elderly, immunocompromised or have special needs. Pick-up will be at […]
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Aquidneck Growers Market closed on Saturday
If visiting the Aquidneck Growers Market on Saturday mornings is part of your Saturday morning routine, you’re not going to enjoy this news. Aquidneck Community Table (ACT) has announced that “due to the City of Newport’s COVID 19 management concerns, the market location at Easton’s Beach has been closed in response to the Governor’s restrictions […]
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What’s Up Newp Live Stream: Behind The Virtual Bar with Christina Mercado
What’s Up Newp Live Stream continues on Friday evening. This time around we’re taking a step away from the music and having some fun with the art of the cocktail. VIDEO Christina Mercado will be stepping behind the bar – virtually – to make cocktails for you all on Friday night at 6 pm..This short […]
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Stop & Shop announces reduced hours, special shopping times to accommodate and protect older customers
In order to allow more time for our associates to unload deliveries, stock shelves, and better serve our customers throughout the day, Stop & Shop announced today that they have adjusted store hours of operation to 7:30 am – 8:00 pm at most stores beginning Monday, March 16. All locations on Aquidneck Island will follow […]
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Dine-in food and beverage service at all restaurants, bars, and cafes shut down from March 17 – 30; drive-thru, take-out can remain open
Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Director of Health Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH provided updates to reporters about Rhode Island’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response today. Among the announcement made during the 40+ minute press conference, was the order that effective tomorrow (March 17th) thru March 30th, all dine-in food/beverage services at all restaurants, bars, cafes […]
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List of Newport County restaurants that are closing amid COVID-19 concerns
Due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus diseases (COVID-19) and following the Governor announcing that Rhode Islanders should not visit restaurants, malls, or get food delivery, many restaurants are making the difficult decision to close. UPDATE: March 16th – Effective tomorrow (March 17th) thru March 30th, all dine-in food/beverage services at all restaurants, bars, cafes are […]
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Midtown Oyster Bar, Surf Club to close for two weeks
Midtown Oyster Bar and Surf Club are closing for two weeks beginning today (Sunday, March 15th) at 3 pm. Charlie Holder, Operations Manager for Midtown Oyster Bar and Surf Club, tells What’s Up Newp that the decision comes due to concerns surrounding COVID-19 and following today’s press conference where the Governor recommended Rhode Islanders avoid […]
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Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Guide 2020: Bars, restaurants, parking, and more (UPDATED 3/14/20)
**Please be advised that Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH, the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) have issued guidance as part of on-going efforts to limit or prevent the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Rhode Island. This guidance includes not attending/organizing events of 250 people or […]
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Ben & Jerry’s postpones ‘Free Cone Day’ amid coronavirus disease concerns
Ben & Jerry’s announced this week that they will take a break from their long-standing tradition of “Free Cone Day” due to increasing coronavirus disease concerns in communities around the world. Restaurants all across Rhode Island, the United States, and across the globe annually participate in the popular event. “Free Cone Day is our favorite […]
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March into The Mooring on Tuesdays this month for a steamers & ‘Gansett special
The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar announced a new spring special available today that will be available each Tuesday in March. The award-winning harborside restaurant will offer one pound of Native Steamers cooked in a clam-garlic broth with roasted jalapeños, onions and basil; a loaf of grilled country bread; and an ice-cold Narragansett Lager for […]
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Dine & Drink: Restaurant news and notes; What to eat and drink this week
Here’s the latest from the Newport County restaurant scene, enjoy! Have something that you’d like to see added here or include in a future edition? Email Ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Dine & Drink News & Notes Belle’s Cafe opens for the 2020 season on Wednesday, March 11th. After a short break, Mokka Coffeehouse reopens on March 13th. Fluke […]
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Flo’s Clam Shack reopens for the season
Flo’s Clam Shack reopens for the season at 11 am today. Their hours for now are Wednesday thru Sunday 11 am -9 pm (Raw bar opens at 4 pm Wednesday – Friday and at 11 am on Saturday and Sunday). Thursday nights at Flo’s will now be lobster night. Enjoy whole chilled cull lobsters for […]
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Fluke Newport continues Supper Club through end of April
Fluke Newport has announced that they will continue their popular Supper Club promotion, a three-course promotion for $29, through the end of April. Straight from the Fluke Newport Menu, The Supper Club offers seasonal favorites such as Crispy Pork Schnitzel, House-Made Toasted Hazelnut Cavatelli, Monkfish and Baffoni Farm Chicken. For dessert, there are to die […]
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Brick Alley Pub to host 10th Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up, volunteers wanted
The Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is arguably one of the busiest days of the year in Newport, and there’s no secret that our city needs a pick-me-up when the crowds go home. For the 10th year in a row, Brick Alley Pub will once again host their Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up! For the 6th consecutive year, […]
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Great American Beer Bars: Norey’s named Best Beer Bar in Rhode Island
CraftBeer.com—the Brewers Association‘s website for beer lovers—released its annual list of Great American Beer Bars last week, celebrating establishments across all 50 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico, that readers voted as top spots to enjoy independent beer. With nearly 8,000 breweries in the U.S., beer bars continue to lead the way in introducing great beers with great […]
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Dine & Drink: Restaurant news and notes; What to eat and drink this week
Here’s the latest from the Newport County restaurant scene, enjoy! Have something that you’d like to see added here or include in a future edition? Email Ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Dine & Drink News & Notes We are getting closer to knowing a whole lot more about what restaurant is going to open at Hammetts Wharf. Hammetts Hotel […]
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Newport Restaurant Group opening new restaurant in former Outback Steakhouse in East Greenwich
Newport Restaurant Group is growing (again) in Rhode Island. What’s Up Rhode Island has confirmed that Newport Restaurant Group has plans in place for a new restaurant at 1000 Division Road in East Greenwich, which until recently was home to Outback Steakhouse. “It will be a new concept for us, we are currently finalizing the […]
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Mariana Gonzalez-Trasvina of Bar ‘Cino earns James Beard Award nomination for Rising Star Chef of the Year
What a year it has been for Bar ‘Cino! Newport Restaurant Group opened the restaurant in Washington Square in June 2019, and has since opened a second location outside of Boston. Today, The James Beard Foundation announced its list of Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists in advance of the 30th annual James Beard Awards and […]
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Custom House Coffee and Ragged Island Brewing Company team up to create ‘Custom House Coffee Stout’
Custom House Coffee and Ragged Island Brewing Company have announced the release of a brand-new beer created in collaboration. The Custom House Coffee Stout will be available in Ragged Island’s Portsmouth Taproom starting on Wednesday, February 26th. The beer, created with Custom House Coffee’s high-quality Milano blend and organic Bali cold brew coffees, has a […]
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Clam Chowder Poll: Results are in!
It’s National Clam Chowder Day and the results of our poll are in! We asked: Which Rhode Island eatery makes the best clam chowder in the state? Here’s how you voted: Congrats to the winner – The Black Pearl in Newport – with 28% of the vote! Thanks to all who voted. Make sure you […]
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2020 Newport Burger Bender winners announced
The competition in this year’s Newport Burger Bender was stiff with a record-breaking 40 burgers representing 29 restaurants. But alas, the 10 days of tantalizing temptations have come to an end. The Grill at Forty 1° North walks away with the award for the most votes in this year’s newly introduced non-beef burger category. “The Grill […]
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Dine & Drink: Restaurant news and notes; what to eat and drink this week
Here’s the latest from the Newport County restaurant scene, enjoy! You might also like – What’s up in Newport County this week: February 24 – March 2 Dine & Drink News & Notes Marco’s Subs will open Marco’s Cafe at 382 Spring Street, formerly home to Rosemary & Thyme, this spring. Rosemary & Thyme permanently […]