Sardella’s Ristorante Italiano in Newport has a winning idea for Big Game “Homegate” parties this Super Sunday. “We are serving up real food for those football parties!” said proprietor Richard Sardella. Sardella’s will be open on Super Sunday and has a full menu of Italian specialties in large family size pans. Chef Kevin Fitzgerald calls […]
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Facebook Live Video: What’s Up at Newport Vineyards? Here’s what’s up
What’s up at Newport Vineyards? Ryan caught up with Cassandra Earle, Director of Sales & Marketing at Newport Vineyards, on Friday to find out. For a full calendar of events and for all the details that were discussed, visit www.newportvineyards.com.
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Via Via evicted, forced to close location on Lower Thames Street
Each summer, thousands of people in downtown Newport flock to a central location on Thames Street around 1 am. It’s a phenomenon that has become synonymous with late-night pit stops on the way home from the pubs. As of yesterday, the restaurant responsible for this migration is no more. The owners of Via Via Pizza were […]
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Dear What’sUpNewp: “What’s your favorite restaurant or bar that opened in 2017?”
Dear What’sUpNewp is where we’ll regularly feature an audience question and have all or some of our editorial team members provide their answer. Want to submit a question? Send an email to ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Ryan recently got the question while at an event – “What’s your favorite restaurant or bar that opened in 2017?” It’s a […]
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What’s Open, What’s Closed: When restaurants are taking time off this winter (Updated)
It’s beginning to look a whole lot more like the off-season around Newport, RI. Many restaurants have already permanently/temporarily closed or are preparing to do so over the next few weeks. Temporarily Closing This story was originally published on January 2nd, it will be updated as more information is received and confirmed. Aloha Cafe: Closed until […]
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What’s up for 2017-2018 New Year’s Eve in Newport
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 2018 in style! In alphabetical order. More events may be added as venues announce what’s happening. You Might Also Like – Newport […]
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Owners of Diego’s purchase Easton’s Point Pub; Diego’s Barrio Cantina coming soon
Have you ever wished Diego’s Bodega in Middletown had the same famous margaritas as Diego’s in Newport? In 2018, Diego’s owners Scott and Adrienne Kirmil are making that wish come true and much more. Following the successful expansion of Diego’s at Bowen’s Wharf, they’re moving the bodega from 124 Aquidneck Avenue to the former home […]
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Restaurants open on Christmas Day in Newport
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! If you head out on Christmas Day, be sure to take care of those hard working staff! It doesn’t always have […]
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Roundup: Bar and restaurant hours on Christmas Eve
Looking for a place to dine or drink this Christmas Eve, here’s a quick look at what’s open. This story will be updated as more information and hours are confirmed, check back for updates. Know of something that’s open or closed, email Ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Brick Alley Pub – Last seating at 4 p.m.Clarke Cooke House – […]
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Newport’s KEEL Vodka now on tap at Gillette Stadium
KEEL Partners LLC and Gillette Stadium have teamed up to provide fans with an exciting new beverage option at the home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution: KEEL Vodka, the nation’s first premium light spirit at 58 calories. Former New England Patriots offensive lineman and three-time Super Bowl Champion Matt Light is […]
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Sardella’s open on Christmas Day for 38th year
Sardella’s Ristorante Italiano in Newport will be open for the thirty-eighth consecutive Christmas Day. The tradition started on Christmas Day 1980. It was a record cold Yuletide. Days and nights of record below-zero temperatures resulted in Newport Harbor freezing over. Burst water pipes plagued downtown restaurants that could not open even if the owners planned […]
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Grace Vanderbilt unveils new ‘Cozy Cocktail Den’
The garden terrace at Newport’s Grace Vanderbilt hotel has received a makeover just in time for winter, emerging as the new Cozy Cocktail Den. Guests to the all-new Cozy Cocktail Den can experience a warm haven offering delicious, hand-crafted cocktails and over-the-top s’mores setup to enjoy beneath the warmth of overhead heaters, Grace- branded wool blankets, while kicking up […]
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You vs Food: Gut-Busting Food Challenges in Newport
If your goal in life is to become Newport’s own version of Kobayashi, or just impress your friends, this list of gut-busting challenges is for you. 1 – The Hungry Monkey’s King Kong 15 Egg Omelet Challenge You have one hour to finish the entire five pound meal that consists of an 15 egg omelet filled with chorizo, other […]
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10+ Newport restaurants and bars open on Thanksgiving
Whether you’re far away from home and can’t make it back or just to prefer to eat out and keep it simple on Thanksgiving, the following restaurants offer you a warm welcome to join them for dinner…. Tip – scroll down to see what bars are open on Thanksgiving evening. 1. Hotel Viking Hotel Viking […]
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Taking inventory and a closer look at liquor licenses in Newport (Updated)
It’s time for our annual look at what liquor licenses are out there and who is using them – it’s also a time to remind those who are interested how the liquor license “process” works. We hear these questions all the time – “how can I get a liquor license?”, “why aren’t there more liquor […]
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OpenTable unveils ’13 Spookiest Restaurants’, White Horse Tavern lands on the list
OpenTable today announced the 13 Spookiest Restaurants in America. Spanning from coast-to-coast, each of these restaurants denotes a wide variety of cuisine and culture, served with a side of fun and fright. In the spirit of the season, these restaurants pay homage to their histories and haunted pasts with delicious seasonal fare and ample storytelling. […]
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KJ’s Restaurant & Pub to permanently close on October 22nd
After more than 15 years, KJ’s Restaurant & Pub is preparing to say farewell this weekend. The restaurant is hosting a “farewell KJs” event on Saturday evening from 7 pm to 1 am, the Facebook Event description states; Closing party … We will be closing our doors Sunday night but would love to see all […]
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Newport Restaurant Week boasts new fall flavors for its best rendition yet
Autumn’s arrival promises Newport Restaurant Week will leave diners feeling as full as the harvest season’s bounty. The bi-annual tradition returns this fall from November 3-12, 2017, with more than 50 restaurants expected to participate throughout Newport and Bristol counties. Over the course of the event, diners can experience tastefully-crafted cuisine with special prix fixe menus featuring $16 […]
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Featured Event: Scotch & Cigar Tasting at The Spiced Pear
The Chanler at Cliff Walk will host the first event of their annual Fall Tasting Series, featuring a presentation by David Blackmore of Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch Whisky. David Blackmore has been previously honored as Whiskey Ambassador of the Year. Join David for an educational class on how to fully appreciate the great complexities of […]
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The Do’s and Don’ts of the 27th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival
Bowen’s Wharf will host their 27th annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival on October 14th and 15th on the Downtown Newport waterfront. Honoring the “Harvest of the Sea,” this ever-expanding event features lobster dinners, clam chowder, stuffed quahogs, clam cakes, shrimp, scallops, raw oysters and clams as well as a few dishes for landlubbers and kids in a […]
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Seasonal restaurants, patios begin to close for off-season
As we make our way quickly towards the end of October, many restaurants (particularly among the waterfront) are preparing to call it a season and close during the off-season until next spring. While a lot of the restaurants wait until after the Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival, some have already battened down the hatches. The What’sUpNewp Crew […]
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Panera Bread partners with Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation for 16th Annual ‘Pink Ribbon Bagel’ promotion
Panera Bread is once again partnering with the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation during its 16th annual ‘Pink Ribbon Bagel’ promotion. Throughout the month of October, to commemorate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a portion of proceeds from all Pink Ribbon Bagels sold in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts will go to the Pawtucket-based non-profit. […]
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Smoke House will close for the season after this weekend
The last day of the 2017 season for Smoke House is Columbus Day – Monday, October 9th. The restaurant will be open daily throughout the long weekend from 11:30 a.m. until late. The barbecue restaurant will be open daily this weekend from 11:30 a.m. until “late”. The downtown restaurant, which will reopen for the 2018 season in May, is […]
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Hotel Viking ready to celebrate the 2017 winter holidays with new events, decadent dinners
Hotel Viking’s holiday programming is sure to bring holiday cheer to those far and near. With decadent buffet and prix fixe options for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, Hotel Viking makes the holidays effortless. Those wanting the traditional Thanksgiving dinner at home, Hotel Viking’s Turkey Dinner To Go is a simply sensational solution. New holiday events […]
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Newport Vineyards brings home Gold from the 13th Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition
Newport Vineyards has announced that they recently won Gold and Silver from the 13th Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition. Newport Vineyards 2016 Dry Rosé brought home Gold as the Best of Category for Vinifera Rose Wines and Silver was awarded for the 2016 Gewürztraminer in the Best of Category for Gewürztraminer. The Atlantic Seaboard Wine Association […]