The White Horse Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

1. The White Horse Tavern

8.8
26 Marlborough Street,, Newport, RI
Bar · 62 tips and reviews

Polina L.Polina L: Beautiful building, delicious food, one of the oldest pubs in the US. It’s a perfect place for a special occasion.

Casey H.Casey Hogan: Top menu choices: Steak Frittes, Salmon & gnocchi, the burger (hands down the best burger I've ever had) & the lobster mac & cheese. Also cran-apple crisp and berries & dark choc are awesome desserts.

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: Opened in 1673 by pirate William Mayes, America’s oldest tavern at one time hosted the Rhode Island General Assembly, as well as the local criminal court and city council. (From Aerial America) Read more.

22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

2. 22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille

8.2
22 Bowens Wharf (America's Cup Ave), Newport, RI
Steakhouse · 52 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The Atlantic Salmon with Gnocchi was excellent, I just wished the Gnocchi serving was larger. A very nice restaurant to dine for a special occasion.

veronica p.veronica prager: The outdoor bar is definitely the way to go. Great drinks/service & full menu. The only challenge is grabbing your spot.

Mike N.Mike Nickerson: The freshest calamari I've had in new england! Sit on the outdoor patio on the water, order a bottle of wine, and enjoy the night.

Malt is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

3. Malt

8.5
150 Broadway, Newport, RI
Bar · 30 tips and reviews

MeghanMeghan: Great staff, very welcoming and hospitable..When you first walk in a beautiful young girl greets you, great service, great bartenders, and great food, can't go wrong. Get the Mona lisa and Thai nachos

Allie H.Allie Herzog: Get the thai shrimp nachos. Just trust me on this one!

Mike P.Mike Pascoe: Wonderful soaps and lotions in the men's room. My hands smell lavenderific.

Fifth Element is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

4. Fifth Element

8.7
111 Broadway, Newport, RI
American Restaurant · 41 tips and reviews

Jerry S.Jerry Stoves: The house burger is a great combination of flavors. The bun was particularly well toasted and the fries were wonderfully seasoned with the right amount of salt.

Margo R.Margo Robinson Giambarresi: The mussels were deelish, as welll as the fish tacos. Our entire table was very happy.

Sam N.Sam N: Damn are you a bodybuilder? Cause your mussels are fantastic

Fluke Wine Bar and Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

5. Fluke Wine Bar and Restaurant

8.5
41 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI
American Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

What's Up N.What's Up Newp: Best bar atmosphere in town. Incredibly friend bartenders and staff. Be sure to order to Ocean Drive; gin, fresh cucumber and mint. So refreshing! Definitely a must see bar/restaurant.

K L.K Love: best signature cocktails

Drew M.Drew M.: Garrett creates some wonderful cocktails, looking for something refreshing ask for an Ocean Drive.

Clarke Cooke House is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

6. Clarke Cooke House

8.4
1 Bannisters Wharf (America's Cup Ave), Newport, RI
Seafood Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Rob H.Rob Howe: Absolute Favorite Restaurant in Newport. Make reservation... You can also eat at the bars (there are 3 different bars!). Mussels w Fries are awesome.

Justin B.Justin Breton: The Boom Boom Room is located in the basement. It's the best place to go on Saturday night. Line gets long after 11 p.m. Fun dancing. #newport

Jayne T.Jayne Travers: A Newport experience. Make reservations for a table by a window. The atmosphere is pure Newport.

Parlor Bar & Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

7. Parlor Bar & Kitchen

8.2
200 Broadway (Gould street), Newport, RI
Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Chris C.Chris Cegielski: A small menu but everything is made from scratch. Can you food-gasm?

Barbara Derecktor D.Barbara Derecktor Donahue: Good music !

The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

8. The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar

8.9
1 Sayers Wharf (America's Cup Ave & W. Pelham St), Newport, RI
Seafood Restaurant · 153 tips and reviews

Sarah G.Sarah G: Great food and service. One of the only family friendly places on the Thames strip. Wine selection is fabulous. So go, get some wine & oysters doe yourself, and garlic mashed potatoes for the kids.

Stuart K.Stuart Kiely: Go to Mooring. Order Lobster Fritters. Eat, repeat, look at the boats. Read more.

Go to the Mooring, order open-faced turkey. Delight in food coma.

Perro Salado is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

9. Perro Salado

9.1
19 Charles St, Newport, RI
Mexican Restaurant · 64 tips and reviews

Rocky S.Rocky Steeves: Sticky ribs are epic, especially when washed down with a margarita!

MeghanMeghan: Great margs- get the blood orange or cilantro jalapeño

Stephanie L.Stephanie Luther: Everything is so fresh and delicious.

Midtown Oyster Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

10. Midtown Oyster Bar

7.5
345 Thames St (Memorial), Newport, RI
Pub · 49 tips and reviews

Meredith G.Meredith Graham: Live music here is amazing! Totally made my night. The food and atmosphere are great, too. Great for larger parties!

LaneLane: This place is beautiful! According to the bartender, the ceiling is made with beams from a barn that was condemned & the light fixtures came from an factory that was going to be demolished. Very cool!

Mike B.Mike Branigan: Check out the deck on the top floor (next to the accessible toilets? Up two flights of stairs)

Norey's is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

11. Norey's

7.8
156 Broadway, Newport, RI
Gastropub · 22 tips and reviews

Amanda B.Amanda Burd: Excellent spread of craft beers (even have Stone Ruin 10). The owner loves sour beers (just tried The Bruery) and also cooks great artisinal foods. A high end brew pub. No hats allowed.

Mike P.Mike Pascoe: A benchmark in Newport culinary & libationary discovery!

Northern M.Northern Music: Wednesday ~ June 11, 2014 ~ 9 PM ~ Michelle Cruz Quartet Blends Jazz, Folk & Rock ~ Free All Ages Show at Norey's Star Restaurant ~ Facebook Event Page http://www.facebook.com/events/325724197579791

Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

12. Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant

8.7
140 Thames St, Newport, RI
American Restaurant · 156 tips and reviews

Leigh T.Leigh Tate: Clam chowder supreme amazing service and perfect atmosphere make this a must go to for a moment of chill and smiles. Bar area especially awesome.

Andrew K.Andrew Kummer: Don't try to get a drink if you aren't a US citizen. Int'l drivers licenses are "not accepted" in RI.

Brick Alley PubBrick Alley Pub: BAP Fun Fact: The Crew Shell on the ceiling of our Main Dining room was raced by Brown University in the 1901 Henley Regatta in London.

Buskers Irish Pub & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

13. Buskers Irish Pub & Restaurant

7.9
178 Thames St (Mary Street), Newport, RI
Pub · Downtown Newport, Newport, RI · 42 tips and reviews

Barry E.Barry Elkin: The best Irish pub food and drinks in Newport! A must if you are in town.

CiaCia: least pretentious place on the strip

Jake S.Jake Smith: Order the Cheese Toasties, apply mustard and country relish, eat, enjoy.

The Red Parrot is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

14. The Red Parrot

8.0
348 Thames St, Newport, RI
American Restaurant · 113 tips and reviews

Brian M.Brian Malanson: Bustling atmosphere close to everything and an extensive menu selection make this a must do in Newport!

Alyssa H.Alyssa Hull: oreo mudslide is a mustttt!

Sam (@HandstandSam)Sam (@HandstandSam): The Rasta Pasta and all it's glory. Penne pasta, chicken, shrimp, sundried tomatoes, peppers and parmesan to top it off. Get it.

Sardella's Italian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Newport.

15. Sardella's Italian Restaurant

8.6
30 Memorial Blvd W (William Street), Newport, RI
Italian Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Shannon R.Shannon Russell: Chicken Romano with a side of penne for dinner with a glass (or two) of Riesling and then Chocolate Decadence is a MUST for dessert!!!

Mike D.Mike DelRose Jr.: Service is always great. Friendly staff. Food is phenomenal.

Craig T.Craig Taylor: Wednesday nights! Dick Lupino and his Jazz Trio! Don't miss him or Sardella's .. Read more.