Ben & Jerry’s on Thames Street will celebrate Free Cone Day in the tastiest way possible….with free cups and cones of your favorite ice cream! On April 9th, between 12 pm – 8 pm, head to the Ben & Jerry’s at 359 Thames Street for your free cone or cup of ice cream, it’s Ben & Jerry’s […]
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Ragged Island Brewing gets approval from Zoning Board to build new brewery
As they enter the final stage of their permitting process with the Town of Portsmouth and State of R.I., Ragged Island Brewing Company has announced that they received unanimous approval from the Portsmouth Zoning Board regarding the approval of their new brewery. In July of 2018, Ragged Island Brewing Company confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they had […]
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Lorusso’s Café reopens as The Reclaimed Café
Lorusso’s Cafe at 580 Thames Street has reopened as The Reclaimed Café. Doors opened for their soft opening on March 30th and the re-branded and renamed restaurant has announced they are now serving breakfast, brunch, espresso bar and lunch from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. Photo via The Reclaimed Café The Reclaimed Café announced […]
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Where to dine in Newport on Easter | April 21, 2019
Newport, RI – Easter this year will take place on April 21st, a full 3 weeks after the weekend it took place last year (Easter will take place on April 12th in 2020). As the day quickly approaches, it’s time to make those plans and reservations for Easter Brunch or Easter Dinner in Newport, Rhode […]
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Seaport Shines, a unique Moonshine that calls Newport its home
It ain’t your grand-pappy’s Moonshine. No backyard still, cleaned perhaps annually, hidden in the trees behind the barn. Transported in oversized boots, in cars speeding away from pursuing police. This is much more genteel – a Moonshine that’s made from that same corn meal, but is meant to be sipped, exploding in flavors that surprise […]
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Peanut Butter Jelly & Wine Pop-Up Lounge opening at The Chanler at Cliff Walk
The Chanler at Cliff Walk has announced their next seasonal venture, and it has to do with arguably the greatest sandwich ever invented – peanut butter & jelly! Starting April 1 (through May 19), the hotel will transform their outdoor terrace into a Gourmet Peanut Butter Jelly & Wine Pop-Up Lounge. The space will provide […]
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Newport Restaurant Week returns April 5-14
via Discover Newport. More than 45 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol Counties are expected to participate in the upcoming spring edition of Newport Restaurant Week, April 5 to 14, 2019. The event will have a focus on the symbiotic relationship between local chefs and their circle of nearby farmers, growers, foragers and fishmongers. Rhode Island […]
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Ragged Island Brewing shares vision for their future home
As they enter the final stage of their permitting process with the Town of Portsmouth and State of R.I., Ragged Island Brewing Company has shared their vision for the future home of Ragged Island Brewing Company. In July of 2018, Ragged Island Brewing Company confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they had entered a purchase and sales […]
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Brick Alley Pub to host 9th 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 9th year in a row, Brick Alley Pub will once again host their Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up! For the 5th […]
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2019 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade: What’s up at local bars and restaurants
The 63rd Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 16th, 201o, here’s what’s happening at bars and restaurants before, during and after the Parade.B This list is very much a “live blog” and is being updated daily as we receive more, updated or changes to the information that we […]
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Sardella’s will celebrate 39th Anniversary by offering original menu prices from the 1980’s
In celebration of 39 years in business, Sardella’s will once again offer original menu prices from the 1980’s! Sardella’s Italian Restaurant was founded by a former mayor of Newport, Richard Sardella, in 1980. Newport’s oldest Italian Restaurant celebrated their 35th Anniversary in 2015 by offering their 1980 menu and pricing to the public for just […]
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Hotel Viking’s Hill Market Café opening on March 15th (Updated)
Hotel Viking has announced Hill Market Café, the latest addition to their property, will open in mid-March. Visitors to Hill Market Café, which is located adjacent to the hotel lobby, can expect freshly brewed coffee by Stumptown Coffee Roasters, handmade pastries, on-the-go bites and fresh pressed juices and smoothies, all made in-house. On opening day, […]
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Archetype Pizza evicted, location on Lower Thames Street closed
Archetype Pizza Company has abruptly closed after being evicted this week from their location at 372-380 Thames Street. Archetype Pizza, operated by Newport Rock LLC, opened in the spring of 2018, just a few short months after Via Via was evicted from the property for a judgement of $88,000. According to documents on the door […]
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Gulf Stream Bar & Grille will celebrate Fat Tuesday with live music, themed drink and food specials
Gulf Stream Bar & Grille will be celebrating Fat Tuesday in true New Orleans style on Tuesday, March 5th, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. At the waterfront restaurant in Portsmouth, customers will be able to enjoy themed drink and food specials, party favors, and live music from George Zecher on the steel drums! Mardi […]
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Newport Restaurant Group opening new restaurant in Washington Square
What’sUpNewp was the first to bring you the news that Newport Restaurant Group would be opening a new restaurant on February 28th. On May 21st we learned that the restaurant is expected to open in mid-June. Stayed tuned for additional details. Original story The Newport Restaurant Group family is growing in The-City-By-The-Sea, and heading for […]
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CraftBeer.com Readers choose Norey’s as Best Beer Bar in Rhode Island
Newport, RI – Norey’s has once again been recognized as the best beer bar in Rhode Island by CraftBeer.com —the Brewers Association website for beer lovers. “An impressive beer menu, a stellar atmosphere, and servers who know their stuff are all the makings of a great beer bar”, CraftBeer.com states on the results page of its […]
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La Forge, Mooring, and Chomp earn honors in 3rd Annual Burger Bender contest
After 10 days and 30 burgers, the 3rd Annual Burger Bender is now concluded and the winners for popular vote (best burger), most creative, and critic’s choice have been announced. In an email to supporters and readers on Monday, Discover Newport announced the following; 10 Days of Tasting Revealed Newport’s Best Burger For the second […]
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Newport Restaurant Group donates $5k to Rhode Island Community Food Bank
The Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) announced today that they recently presented the Rhode Island Community Food Bank with a $5,000 donation through its recent holiday gift-card program. Between November 14, 2018 and December 31, 2018, $1.00 from every gift card purchased was earmarked for the food bank. “We are so proud to support the Rhode […]
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2019 Newport Winter Festival Winners: Mac & Cheese Smackdown, Hot Drink Contest, Chili Cook-Off, Tropical Drink Contest
The 31st Annual Newport Winter Festival came to a close on Sunday, February 24th. Here are some of the winners from food and drink competitions that took place during the 10 day event; 2nd Annual Mac & Cheese Smackdown at Gurney’s on Saturday, February 23rd; First Place- #14 MainSail at the Newport Marriott Second Place- […]
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Newport Marriott’s MainSail Restaurant wins 2nd Annual Mac & Cheese Smackdown
A Smoked Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese from MainSail Restaurant at Newport Marriott won Newport Winter Festival’s sold-out 2nd Annual Mac & Cheese Smackdown at Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina on Saturday. The winning Mac & Cheese, created by Chef Tyler at MainSail, was loaded with sliced prosciutto and a three cheese blend of American, […]
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8th Annual Newport Craft Beer Festival returns April 26th – 27th
The Newport Craft Beer Festival, founded and co-sponsored by the Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. and Pour Judgement Bar & Grille, returns for its 8th year on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th! “Our 2019 brewers will be bringing you the region’s best sour beers to pucker up to! They’ll, of course, also […]
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Southern Soul On The Hill: Castle Hill Inn will host acclaimed guest chefs for a Southern Soul Weekend
Castle Hill Inn has announced that they will host “Southern Soul on the ‘Hill,’” a celebration of low-country cooking, March 9-10. Castle Hill will welcome two acclaimed chefs from the American South, who will join forces with Castle Hill Executive Chef Lou Rossi and his culinary team for a four-course, prix-fixe menu featuring the flavors of […]
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Chili Masters wins 24th Annual Sam Adams Chili Cook-Off
Connecticut-based Chili Masters topped local competitors, as well as defending champs Pour Judgment, to win the 24th annual edition of Newport Winter Festival’s Sam Adams Chili Cook-Off at Gurney’s on Saturday, February 16th. The Newport Winter Festival announced the top winner on Facebook; Thank you to all who came out to our 24th Annual Sam […]
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Provencal Bakery opens cafe, wholesale bread location at 311 Broadway (Updated)
Provencal Bakery announced today on Facebook that their newest location at 311 Broadway is now open! Provencal tells us that they will be open daily at 7:30 am and will close when the bakers leave, which is generally 6 or 7pm. Original story from December 12, 2018 Provencal Bakery and Cafe is expanding. The Middletown-based […]
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Super Bowl 53: Local restaurants, bars hold events, specials
Here’s who we’ve confirmed is doing something “special” on this Super bowl Sunday. Check back often as we’ll continue to update this list as additional information comes in. Know about something that doesn’t appear here? Email us at Ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Go Patriots! Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina Gurney’s Newport will be a great place to cheer on […]