What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: May 6 – May 12
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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What to Do With Mom on Mother’s Day in Newport
Mother’s Day is here 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; 1 – Hotel Viking Brunch, Spa Treatment, Overnight Stay… Treat your mother to a fantastic Mother’s Day […]
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Great Places to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Newport
Cinco de Mayo is here and everyone is searching for the best local events to celebrate the day with a party and a margarita. This year Newport is hosting some fun ways for everyone to enjoy Cinco de Mayo, with beautiful waterfront venues, high quality restaurants, outdoor celebrations, and unique experiences! We hope you are as excited […]
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Rhode Island Red Food Tours Launches Season With New Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
The start of the Newport season brings an exciting buzz around all that is new and happening ahead. Along with this is the Rhode Island Red Food Tours new neighborhood and tasting locations to explore. The Newport Neighborhood Food Tour season is now open. RIRFT’s new food tasting locations take visitors to “off-the-beaten-path” eateries that will round […]
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POLL: Where Is The Best Place For Brunch In Newport?
This poll was originally posted on August 16, 2015. The story has been updated. Brunch, the delicious combination of breakfast, lunch and alcohol consumed usually during the late morning, can be found in many of the most popular restaurants across Newport. As we’ve written about in the past, there are at least 18 places to get […]
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Smoke House Opens For The Season Today
Fried pickles, hog wings, brisket, chicken, pulled pork, baby back ribs and your favorite cocktail served in a mason jar are back! Smoke House, Newport’s place to enjoy bbq straight from the smoker, opens on Sunday, May 1st at 11:00 a.m. for the season. Smoke House will be open daily through mid-October. Smoke House is located on America’s Cup […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 28 – May 1
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 21 – 27
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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Starbucks Will Close for a Few Weeks for Renovations
If Starbucks on Thames Street is where you usually start your day, you’re going to have to head somewhere else for your cup of coffee for a few weeks. Starbucks has announced that their location at 212 Thames Street in Newport will be closed from Wednesday, April 20th through Thursday, May 5th for renovations. The cafe […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 14 – 20
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and […]
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Newport’s Seasonal Restaurants Prepare to Reopen for Season
As we make our way quickly towards the beginning of the “busy season”, many restaurants (particularly among the waterfront) are preparing to wake up from their long winter nap. Here’s a look at when some of your favorite bars and restaurants are planning on opening (if they haven’t already); @ The Deck – Reopened for the […]
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Sardella’s Will Celebrate 36th Anniversary by Offering Original Menu Prices from 1980
In celebration of 36 years in business, Sardella’s will once again offer original menu prices from 1980! Sardella’s Italian Restaurant was founded by former mayor of Newport, Richard Sardella, in 1980. Newport’s oldest Italian Restaurant celebrated their 35th Anniversary in 2015 by offering their 190 menu and pricing to the public for just one day, […]
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Where To Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Day in Newport
Grilled cheese sandwiches are the delicious treats that many of us grew up having (most likely with tomato soup) as kids. The treat that almost anyone can make even has its own holiday, Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, which takes place annually on April 12th. Scratch Kitchen & Catering on Broadway is one of the first places that comes […]
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What’s On Tap In Newport: 10 Great Places For Craft Beer in Newport, RI
What’sUpNewp has taken notice of the ever-growing craft beer community, scene and business in Newport and is excited to announce the launch of our weekly column dedicated to craft beer. This column will run every Friday and will be written by our staff and other members of our community that are lovers of craft beer. There […]
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Fatulli’s Departs Newport Vineyards, Will Open New Location on Lower Thames Street
What’sUpNewp has learned that Janet Fatulli, well-known for Fatulli’s Bakery & Deli, will open a new concept and location at 476 Thames Street in Newport, RI. The space was formerly operated by Mokka Coffeehouse before they moved to 469 Thames Street on Spring Wharf. Kirby Commercial has confirmed that Janet Fatulli has rented the upstairs / […]
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Tickets Now on Sale For Inaugural Newport Oyster Festival
Did you know that RI is home to upwards of 45 oyster farms? Most people don’t and that’s why Bowen’s Wharf has decided to help promote Rhode Island-grown oysters with the inaugural Newport Oyster Festival on May 20th, 21st and 22nd. Tickets for the Opening Night Party and Newport Oyster Festival are now on sale. Newport Oyster […]
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What’s On Tap In Newport: April Fools Flight Featuring Foolproof Brewing Company
What’sUpNewp has taken notice of the ever-growing craft beer community, scene and business in Newport and is excited to announce the launch of our weekly column dedicated to craft beer. This column will run every Friday and will be written by our staff and other members of our community that are lovers of craft beer. We’re […]
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Via Via Pizza Opens Second Location in Downtown Newport
Via Via has expanded to add a second location on Thames Street in Newport, RI. The second location opened this week and will operate seasonally at 262 Thames Street, between Benjamin’s and Kilwins. The location is an outdoor patio and was formerly known as Pizza Wood and just last summer was operated by Rocco’s Pizza. […]
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Mokka Coffeehouse Set to Open In New Location on Friday, April 1st
Mokka Coffehouse will officially open at their new location at 469 Thames Street on Spring Wharf, formerly Provencal Bakery, on Friday, April 1st. What’sUpNewp brought you the news that Mokka would be moving from 476 Thames Street to 469 Thames Street back on February 3rd. Mokka opened at 476 Thames Street in May of 2012 and officially […]
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Pinkberry Closes Up Shop on Lower Thames Street
For the second time this offseason, a franchise frozen yogurt shop has closed their location in Newport, RI. Back in November 6th we brought you the news that Orange Leaf Closes Newport Location Permanently, What’sUpNewp learned on Thursday that Pinkberry has closed their location at 359 Thames Street. A sign stating that their location was available for […]
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Frosty Freez Will Open For 2016 Season on Friday, April 1st
Frosty Freez is preparing to open at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, April 1st for the 2016 season and their 60th Anniversary. Frosty Freez, which has been serving ice cream since 1956, will be open from at least 11:30am to 9pm every day throughout the season starting on April 1st, the 2016 season will come to a […]
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Diego’s Will Open ‘Diego’s Bodega and Catering’ in Middletown
It’s been in the works for several months and Diego’s has finally made a small announcement regarding their plan to open Diego’s Bodega and Catering in Middletown. The new venue is set to open up this summer at 124 Aquidneck Avenue, more details are soon to be announced. You may have heard it, you may […]
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Original Bar from Yesterday’s Finds New Home in Rhode Island
A popular place to be and part of Yesterday’s & The Place has found a new home in Rhode Island. Vintage Cigar Lounge has confirmed that they will use “the original bar” from Yesterday’s in their new upscale lounge that will open at 47 High Street in Westerly on May 1st, 2016. Yesterday’s closed after 42 years […]
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Rosemary & Thyme Cafe Will Soon Offer Dinner Service
Starting April 8th, Rosemary & Thyme Cafe will be expanding its hours to include dinner service on Friday and Saturday evenings. The evening service will be a bistro style menu that will include communal starters , desserts, BYOB service, and additional seating. The new menu will include both table service and takeout items. The kitchen […]