Discover Newport, the official destination management organization for Newport and Bristol Counties, announced today a record-breaking 39 burgers have tossed their buns in the ring for the coveted “best burger” crown. Newport County’s most savory burger competition, the Newport Burger Bender, returns Feb. 14 to 23, 2020. Occurring in tandem with the Newport Winter Festival, the […]
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What to eat and drink this week in Newport County
It may be winter and it may be cold, but there is no reason to stay in during this time of the year. We repeat, there’s still plenty of delicious and great things going on during this time of the year that are worthy of leaving the house for. Here’s what’s up for the week […]
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Bouchard Restaurant among OpenTable’s ‘Most Romantic Restaurants in America for 2020’
Taking the guesswork out of Valentine’s Day, the most highly coveted date night of the year, OpenTable — the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations — released its annual list of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America. The list was unveiled just in time for what OpenTable anticipates will be the busiest day of the […]
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Winter Break: When restaurants are taking time off this winter (2020 edition)
It’s beginning to look a whole lot more like the off-season around Newport. Many restaurants have already temporarily closed or are preparing to do so over the next few weeks. Temporarily Closing This story was originally published on January 2nd, 2020, it will be updated as more information is received and confirmed. 12 Metre Cafe: Closed […]
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Texas BBQ Buffet on February 12th will benefit MLK Center
On Wednesday, February 12th the Rotary Clubs of Middletown, Jamestown, Newport, and Portsmouth/Tiverton and the Newport Kiwanis, in conjunction with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (MLK), will hold their eighth annual Texas BBQ buffet to benefit the MLK Community Center’s Hunger Relief Programs and to restock their Feed-A-Friend Food Pantry and new […]
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Pizza Poll: Who makes the best slice in Newport?
Since National Pizza Day is coming up on February 9th, we’re celebrating Newport’s locally-owned pizza spots and giving you the chance to win a $20 gift certificate toward your favorite Newport pizza. Whether you like traditional margherita, Neopolitan-style, or all the toppings, you’ll find many styles of America’s favorite fast food at Newport’s pizzerias and […]
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Newport Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival returning to Fort Adams in May, expanding to two days
Food Truck Festivals of America (FTFA) has confirmed with What’s Up Newp that the Newport Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival will return to Fort Adams this May. Due to the popularity of the event last year, the festival will be two days in 2020! The 2nd Annual event will return to Newport on Saturday, […]
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Forget Xmas in July, think “Jaws,” in January!
Imagine finding the perfect clamcake…and there’s a Winter Storm Warning in effect. That was my thought Saturday (Jan. 18) while driving through Wakefield while noticing the sign on Benny’s Clam Shack at 58 High Street read, “OPEN.” After running errands with the dog in the back of the SUV for most of the morning and into the […]
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Daily deals, specials, and offers at Newport restaurants (Updated)
Newport, RI – Looking for cheap eats or dining deals in and around Newport? Here are some of the best cheap eats, happy hours, and food specials in The-City-By-The-Sea. Hope it helps save you some money while dining out! Two things to keep in mind; The majority of the deals are dine-in only.Deals are all […]
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Live music, extensive bourbon menu added to Newport Marriott’s Plank Bar
The Newport Marriott’s Plank Bar, located in the hotel lobby, will host different musical acts each Friday evening from 6 to 9 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for the 32nd Annual Newport Winter Festival in February. Each week, solo musicians and duos will fill the Plank Bar with a mix of indie, folk, alternative, and popular […]
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Blackstone Caterers hosting Rare Bourbon & Craft Beer Dinner on January 24th
On Friday, January 24th Blackstone Caterers will be hosting a five-course Rare Bourbon and Craft Beer Dinner at their headquarters located at 224 John Clarke Road in Middletown. “We choose the Bourbon and Beer combo since we usually do a wine dinner pairing and wanted to change it up this year,” Casey Stamouli, Sales & […]
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Owners of Midtown Oyster Bar, Surf Club opening Freaky Burrito
Burritos and bowls. That’s what the owners of Midtown Oyster Bar and Surf Club will be offering and specializing in when they open Freaky Burrito in March. The restaurant will open in Perry Mill (337 Thames Street), in the space that was formerly Roasted & Brewed Cafe. Larry Silverstein and Patrick Kilroy, Owners of Midtown Oyster Bar […]
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Castle Hill Inn will celebrate Chinese New Year with a five-course Cantonese-inspired menu
In celebration of the Year of the Rat in 2020, Castle Hill Inn will be offering a special Cantonese-inspired menu crafted with direction from Castle Hill Inn Chef de Cuisine Andy Taur, whose parents are Chinese-American restaurateurs. The five-course Cantonese-inspired menu will be available from January 24th – February 2nd. Guests will enjoy Wonton Soup, […]
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Kilwin’s opening second location in Newport
Kilwin’s is opening a second location in Newport. Kilwin’s, which has been serving up chocolate, fudge, and ice cream at 262 Thames Street since 2009, will open soon at 359 Thames Street. The space formerly was the home of a Pinkberry, a frozen yogurt restaurant. Kirby Properties officially announced that they leased the space to […]
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Renovations coming for Caleb & Broad
Caleb & Broad has planned to close from January 20th – 30th for some extensive renovations. “It’s going to be a pretty big face lift, I’m calling it Caleb & Broad 2.0.,” Richard Willis, Owner of Caleb & Broad told What’s Up Newp on Monday. “Everything is going to stay within the design and where […]
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Genie’s Hookah Lounge space now available to lease (Correction & Update)
After nearly eight years, Genie’s Hookah Lounge is preparing to close their location at 94 William Street, as their space is now available to lease. The colorful hookah lounge opened in March 2011 and since has offered flavored tobacco, tea & Middle Eastern/Persian fare. The restaurant has always been BYOB and has often featured a […]
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Taste Of Broadway: Four Broadway restaurants are teaming up to offer a five-course beer dinner
The Tavern on Broadway is taking beer dinners to a whole other level when they host A Taste Of Broadway on January 16th at 6 pm. This culinary experience will see chefs from four different Broadway restaurants come together under one roof to prepare a five-course dinner paired with five different beers from Two Roads […]
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Surf Club to host five-course Winter Dinner on January 15th
Surf Club has announced plans for a Winter Dinner that promises to be a culinary and cocktail experience that you will not want to miss. The Winter Dinner, scheduled for 7 pm on January 15th, will feature five creative seasonal dishes paired with five imaginative craft cocktails. “It’s January and there isn’t much going on, […]
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New Year’s Eve 2019: Here’s where to ring in 2020 in Newport (Updated)
New Year’s Eve is almost here and the What’sUpNewp crew is keeping you in the know of the very best events and parties happening in Newport, because we know you want (and deserve) to ring in 2020 in style! More events may be added as venues announce what’s happening. Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Newport […]
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Where to dine on Christmas Day in Newport (2019 edition)
Christmas Day in Newport, believe it or not, will be here before you know it. For some of you, the thought of cooking at home, traveling, or visiting the family is simply, out of the question and you’re looking for a place to dine out. You’re in luck, we have a full round-up of places open for […]
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Clarke Cooke House a nominee in Wight Vodka’s 2019 Best Sailor’s Bar Competition
The Clarke Cooke House has a shot at being crowned the Best Sailor’s Bar in the world. EuroSail News, with support from Wight Vodka, Seahorse Magazine, and Latitude Kinsale, has scoured the world for the best sailor’s bar. . Their top ten are now selected and the Clarke Cooke House finds themselves among the final […]
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Clementine’s Homemade Ice Cream coming to Wave Ave in Middletown
A East Greenwich-based ice cream shop has announced plans to open a second location, and it’s going to be in Middletown! “We are so excited to announce that we will be opening a second Clementine’s location in Spring 2020,” Clementine’s Homemade Ice Cream wrote on their Facebook Page on December 14th. “We have found the […]
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Tijuana Burrito Grill opens on Broadway
Tacos? Broadway now has more of that. Tijuana Burrito Grill opened at 66 Broadway on Monday. “We wanted to make sure we had everything in order and soft open before announcing to everyone that we were open,” Owner Francisco Morales told What’s Up Newp on Monday. “Our first day was very good”. Morales also owns […]