Pubs to bistros Newport is full of dining options. Don't leave out The Community Cookery
We have a lot of restaurants here on Aquidneck Island. We’ve also got our share of kitchens, taverns, bars and cafes. There are a quite few pubs in town, some grills and even a few shacks. A couple of brasseries and a bistro or two as well. We’ve got a good supply of delis in town, a few marts and plenty of pizzerias. But as far as I can tell, we only have one cookery. And...
These 6 Greater New Bedford restaurants closed in recent months. What's to blame?
Foodies have been hit hard in the last five months, as numerous Greater New Bedford eateries have closed their doors. A successful path in the restaurant industry is not an easy one. According to Toast, one in three restaurants won’t even survive their first year, and 80% won’t be open to celebrate their...
New 195 District Pavilion Set to Transform Providence Waterfront with Year-Round Dining and Upgrades
The shovels hit the dirt today as the 195 District broke ground on a brand-new pavilion, kicking off construction on the 3,500-square-foot facility set to bring dining, public restrooms, and essential infrastructure upgrades to the bustling park. “This is a win for Rhode Island,” Governor McKee boasted during the ceremony....
Last call: Get there before these Newport County eateries close for the winter
Fall is here and already some of Newport County’s seasonal restaurants and eateries have closed up shop for the season. But the last days remain for others. As the weather chills there is still time to get a steaming cup of your favorite clam chowder or if we're fortunate to be graced with unseasonable warmth grab that last waffle cone filled with your favorite scoop of ice cream. ...
Popular Broadway Hotspot The Fifth Element Sold to RI Restaurateur
In a major shake-up on the Newport dining scene, The Fifth Element—one of Broadway’s beloved culinary institutions—has been sold once again. The news broke Tuesday morning, with owners announcing the deal with a “Rhode Island-based, community-oriented seasoned restaurateur.” The identity of the buyer remains under wraps, but the buzz around this sale has already started to ripple through the city’s hospitality circles.