Mission announced over the weekend that they will be opening their second, and new, location at 58 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown on July 1st. Mission Middletown is the latest addition to the Mission, Winner Winner, and Thames Street Kitchen (TSK) family. For those who need Rhode Island directions, they are taking over the spot next […]
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Flo’s Clam Shack gives Bruce a new home
Bruce, who previously called Mardi Gras in Cranston home, has found a new permanent home at Flo’s Clam Shack in Middletown. While he is reportedly named after the Bruce in Finding Nemo, Jaws fans would also point out that the shark in that film was also named Bruce.
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Sweet Berry Farm enters 39th Strawberry Season, pick-your-own begins on Sunday
Aquidneck Island’s Sweet Berry Farm is entering its 39th season offering pick-your-own strawberries. The fields will be open to the public starting Sunday, June 9th. Sweet Berry Farm’s strawberries are known for their unique brightness and flavor. The variety was specifically chosen for its sweetness and bright red color. Next year marks the 40th anniversary […]
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Jamestown Fish permanently closes; on the market for $1.6 million
Here’s your chance to own an iconic restaurant in the heart of Jamestown. The award-winning Jamestown Fish in Jamestown has been listed on the market for $1.6 million, according to a property listing from Kirby Properties. “This turn key restaurant has attracted both summer crowds and year round locals for years,” the property listing by […]
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Narragansett Beer bringing ‘Buy RI’ Tour to Newport and Middletown this month, wants to buy everyone a ‘Gansett
Narragansett Beer’s “Buy RI” Tour is coming to Aquidneck Island this month. According to ‘Gansett, The tour is a statewide celebration of the “neighbors” who have filled Rhode Island’s most beloved bars and restaurants with stories, community, and neighborly support for generations. Narragansett’s goal over the course of 2019 will be to meet as many […]
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What’s up at Hotel Viking, Top of Newport this summer? Here’s a preview
Hotel Viking is kicking summer into high gear with a variety of exciting summer programming, along with the news that Top of Newport is officially open for the season and the news that One Bellevue has officially reopened to the public after undergoing a major renovation. Here’s a look at some of what’s happening, new, […]
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Zelda’s hosts soft opening, fundraiser to support Rogers High School
Here’s the moment many of you have been waiting for…. You can be among the first to check out the new and improved Zelda’s Newport tonight, all while supporting a good cause. Zelda’s has been under extensive renovations during the last few months. Doors open at 9:30 pm tonight (Saturday, June 1st) for a soft […]
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VIDEO: Chef Michael Johnson from North End Steakhouse stops by The Rhode Show
Chef Michael Johnson from North End Steakhouse stopped by The Rhode Show on Wednesday, May 29th, thanks to Discover Newport. Follow along as Chef Mike shows you how to make their Filet Mignon with Risotto. The North End Steakhouse is located at 151 Admiral Kalbfus Road in Newport and online here. For more info, the recipe and […]
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The Gulf Stream Bar and Grille celebrates its third anniversary
The Gulf Stream Bar and Grille announced that today marks its third anniversary. Housed in an original Quonset Hut, built in 1942 as part of the US Navy’s PT-Boat Training Center at Melville, the space was converted into a restaurant over 30 years ago and began operation as The Gulf Stream Bar and Grille on […]
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Lobster Roll Heaven, Il Forno Italian to replace Archetype Pizza on Lower Thames
Just in time for summer, it looks like 372 Thames Street, the previous of Archetype Pizza and Via Via, will have a new occupant. “Lobster Roll Heaven/Il Forno Italian” has filed a victualing license application with the restaurant to open in the former long-time pizza parlor. The application was filed by LRH, LLC of North […]
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Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off won’t take place in June, hopes to return this fall
Noticeably vacant from the 2019 Fort Adams schedule of events was the popular Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, which for the past several years has taken place in June. Called by organizers the “original and longest-running chowder championship in the country”, the event won’t be returning this June but does hope to return later this year. […]
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Rhode Island’s Granny Squibb Iced Tea Company launches ready to drink cans, named ‘official iced tea’ of Newport Folk Festival
The Granny Squibb Company is launching new ready-to-drink (RTD) cans available in three flavors, just in time for National Iced Tea Month in June. Headquartered in Rhode Island, Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced Tea will now be even more accessible for iced tea lovers in a new RTD can format. The new Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced […]
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Food Truck Festivals of America will host Newport Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Fort Adams on Saturday
For the first time, Food Truck Festivals of America will bring their popular food truck series to Newport! Scheduled for Saturday, May 18th from 12 pm, Newport Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival will feature food and craft beer from a wide arrange of vendors from Rhode Island, New England, and beyond. ” Food Truck […]
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Outdoor Farmers’ Markets open this week in Newport and Middletown
For lovers of fresh local produce and food, it’s time to celebrate as this week will see the opening of the 25th summer season of Aquidneck Growers’ Markets in Middletown and Newport. Their Newport market will open outdoors on Wednesday afternoon, May 15, from 2 PM to 6 PM on Memorial Boulevard , and […]
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Where to dine with mom on Mother’s Day
This story was originally published at 10:55 am on May 4, 2019. Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 12th, and chances are that you’re scrambling around at the last minute looking to make those plans to celebrate your beautiful and amazing Mom! Here’s a look at where to dine and what to do with Mom […]
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LoBro Taco announces closure
LoBro Taco, which is owned by Scratch Kitchen & Catering, announced on Wednesday that they have closed. The restaurant , which opened in December, posted the following on Facebook; “The dream is over, friends. We are sad to announce that LoBro Taco is no more. We gave it our best, but we ran out of […]
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Rhea’s Cafe closes, Italian eatery to open
Rhea’s Cafe in Middletown took to Facebook earlier this morning to announced that they have closed. According to their Facebook Post, an Italian eatery will be taking over their location at 36 Aquidneck Avenue.
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Scales & Shells will offer brunch beginning May 4th
One of the most common things Scales & Shells says that they have heard over the last 30 years is, “We wish Scales was open during the day.” Well, they’ve heard you loud and clear, and the popular Lower Thames Street restaurant has announced that starting May 4th, Scales & Shells will be offering brunch […]
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Video: Winner Winner featured on Phantom Gourmet
Newport’s popular chicken joint has appeared on a popular regional food show. “When you want some next-level fried chicken, head to Newport for the absolute Winner Winner NPT…”, Phantom Gourmet, the popular food tv show wrote on Sunday. At time of publishing this story, the below Facebook video had already racked up more than 40,000 […]
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New England Homemade Donuts opening new location on West Main Road
New England Homemade Donuts (NEHD) has announced the opening of a new location located inside the Patriot Petroleum building at 2340 West Main Rd. in Portsmouth. NEHD has been serving happy customers at their East Main Rd location for the past year and says they are excited to bring their handcrafted donuts, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, […]
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Bowen’s Wharf Oyster Festival returns May 17 – 19
Bowen’s Wharf has made the following announcement regarding the upcoming 4th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Oyster Festival. The Announcement The sun is out, flowers are blooming, and the countdown to Newport Oyster Festival begins! Join us the weekend of May 17 with fresh oysters, bubbly champagne, and great company under the festival tents. Come sail away to […]
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Sardella’s opens Imbriglio’s Pizza Napoletana
Sardella’s Ristorante Italiano has announced that they have opened a new restaurant next door to them on Memorial Boulevard. Imbriglio’s Pizzaria Resto Bar Napoletana (also referenced as Imbriglio’s Pizzeria, Imbriglio’s Pizza Napoletana, Imbriglio’s Pizzeria Napoletana and Bar ), is now open and is serving traditional Neopolitan Pizza with a custom Brooklyn style setting. In a […]
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Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company purchases Braven Brewing Company IP Assets
Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company announced in a press release today they have agreed to purchase the intellectual property assets of Braven Brewing Company, a recently shuttered brewery from Brooklyn, New York. According to the release, the news of Braven’s recent closing and availability for purchase sparked the interest of Newport Craft Brewing & […]
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Stoneacre Tapas sold
Stoneacre Brasserie has confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they have sold Stoneacre Tapas at 515 Thames Street and will not be opening for the summer season. Owners Christopher Bender and David Crowell are excited for the continued growth of Stoneacre Brasserie in Washington Square, and “are committed to the revitalization of this historic part of our […]
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Smoke House will reopen for the season on April 28th
Smoke House, Newport’s place to enjoy BBQ cookin’ and mason jar cocktails, will reopen for the 2019 season on Sunday, April 28th. Smoke House’s summer-inspired menu will once again include an array of appetizers including Corn & Crab Chowder; Smoke House Chili; Smoked Chicken Wings; Deviled Eggs; traditional Fried Pickles; Nachos; Hog Wings; Fried Pork Rinds and much more.. Traditional barbecue options will […]