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22 Bowens Wine Bar and Grille
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22 Bowens Wine Bar and Grille Details

  • Dining Style: Fine Dining
  • Website: http://www.22bowens.com
  • Phone: (401) 841-8884
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch:
    Friday - Sunday 11:30 - 4:30

    Dinner:
    Sunday - Thursday 5:00 - 9:00
    Friday - Saturday 4:30 - 10:00
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Steakhouse
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Fireplace, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Private Party Facilities: Welcome to 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille, one of Newport’s finest waterfront restaurants, located in the heart of historic downtown Newport. Within easy walking distance from major hotels and with seating options from 26-40 guests, it’s the ideal spot for your next business, rehearsal or private party dinner or luncheon.
  • Private Party Contact: Margaret McDonald (888) 759-5557

Getting there

  • Cross Street: America
  • Parking: No
A word from 22 Bowens Wine Bar and Grille
Located amidst bustling Bowen’s Wharf in the heart of downtown Newport, 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille is a world-class steakhouse serving USDA Prime beef, New England's finest seafood, and is complemented by an award-winning wine list. We look forward to having you experience one of Newport’s best.
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerNotable Wine List
  • Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked
Diner Reviews
  • "Worth every penny however unless you're comfortable financially this is just a special occasion place it's soooooo damn expensive my husband and I went for my birthday it cost over 300.00!! We were in town for 5 days and would have loved to have gone back just couldn't justify the price"
    Dined on 4/10/2014
  • "We were in Newport during Restaurant Week (April 2014) and chose one of the three course special meals. The clam chowder was delicious with a hint of bacon flavor. Our filets were perfectly cooked and the brownie dessert with salt caramel was out of this world. The waiter was pleasant but a little inattentive for a restaurant this upscale. We had to flag someone down for a water glass refill and we weren't offered coffee but were able to get someone who was clearing the table to help us with that. Other than that it was a great meal in a beautiful, romantic setting."
    Dined on 4/13/2014
  • "Came here for my 7th wedding anniversary with my husband. Asked for a private table but did not get one. We were sat downstairs in a noisy room :( Didn't receive our bread for the table until our appetizers came out. Food was very good, would come back just mainly disappointed in the table, with a busy three year old at home We really looked forward to a quieter table for our getaway."
    Dined on 4/13/2014
  • "The food,service and wine list was wonderful. Wish it was affordable to be a frequent stop."
    Dined on 4/13/2014
  • "Loved the location and the scene. Our waitress looked like she had a long day, while polite he didn't go the extra mile at all, when you are paying these prices and in this type of place you need that. Chowder and meet were great, potato was average. Mac and Cheese really good but came to our table 20 minutes after our meet so we never really had a meal. This place was not worth the wait nor the price"
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "We've been to 22Bowens many times but this was our first during Restaurant Week. I will say that it's been better. Restaurant week is always hectic, but this was the first time I had to send my steak back for the improper temperature. Knowing that it has always been outstanding in the past, I'm going to guess this was a fluke and we'll be back."
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "We (4) hadn't been to Newport in years and decided on 22 Bowen's because of Newport Restaurant Wk and we liked their menu the best. We ALL had wonderful meals (from filet mignon to lamb tenderloin to homemade pasta--delish). It may be par for the course for Newport, but our Grey Goose martinis were $14. (they tasted a bit watered down?!). When we walked in the noise level was off the charts and they were going to seat us right there. It gives you a nice welcoming feel to walk into a bar that full of chatter and fun, but it's another thing to try and converse with 3 other people over dinner. Fortunately, they could seat us on the other side of the bar and it was perfect. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience!"
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "During Newport Restaurant Week we dined with two friends, and all of us loved the experience. Three of us chose the Petite Filet Mignon, which was like butter, and delicious to boot! The remaining person selected the Bacon-Wrapped Cod, which was spectacular. The sides were great, the service was prompt, friendly, and professional. The only negative was the noise level: extremely loud. We knew of the quality before we dined there, but it still was a pleasant surprise. We'll be back."
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "We love 22 Bowens.......only thing is the crowd of the summer is almost upon us, and I do try to avoid the crowds. We are lucky to live locally so we can enjoy this special meal all year round. Terry"
    Dined on 4/10/2014
  • "I rarely give a poor review, but this place was so sub par. The service was indifferent, we ordered the pork belly, wedge salad and split the big porterhouse. There was no way the steak was prime beef, presentation was not professional, potatoes were cold, pork belly was not flavorful.. This place is a waste of time and money, there are so many other better restaurants in newport.. Sad to say, because I love castle hill which is owned by the same restaurant group"
    Dined on 4/10/2014
  • "My wife and I ate here on a Wednesday night during Restaurant Week. The restaurant was full and the bar scene was very active. The menu selection was very good. We both had the lamb sirloin which was excellent. Both the appetizers and the dessert were very good as well."
    Dined on 4/9/2014
  • "We visited for the first time during Restaurant Week in Newport and found the 22 Bowen's had pulled out all the stops! The staff were lovely -- friendly, pleasant and accommodating -- did not hover. The food was perfection. Clam chowder was the best ever, not too heavy. Petite filet melted in the mouth and was served with fingerlings and asparagus, a little reduction -- a generous portion. The deserts at first seemed scaled down, but were sublime, full of flavor. The perfect end. Highly recommend!"
    Dined on 4/7/2014
  • "Our visit to Newport for a quick weekend reached a crescendo after our dinner at 22 Bowen's. We had an amazing dinner. The staff was very friendly and our server was wonderful. We ate there to try their restaurant week menu, which I would recommend to anyone, as it is a truly great value, especially for the quality of food you get. Our meals took a while to come out, but we didn't mind; there was no rush to our night and we were happy to just sit and enjoy our evening at a very nice dockside restaurant (the steak was worth the wait!!!). Even though we made no complaints about anything, we still received a visit from the manager, who apologised for any wait or inconvenience and compd our bottle of wine! We will come back again!"
    Dined on 4/6/2014
  • "We went for an early Sunday dinner during restaurant week. We were not disappointed. Being wine enthusiasts 22 Bowens has a great list to choose from. Our server was great and recommended a wine we had never had and we found a new favorite. Will definitely return if only to try a new wine"
    Dined on 4/6/2014
  • "We chose 22 bowens having been there during a previous restaurant week. Seems like they were uninterested in making this experience positive. While the filet mignon was good other items, courses and accompaniments were unimpressive. The service was mediocre and the availability of moderately priced wines was severely limited. Altogether it was a very disappointing experience that would not encourage me to return - even during restaurant week!"
    Dined on 4/5/2014
  • "The food was fine with exception to the steak. Given this was a steakhouse, that was disappointing. My husband ordered the delmonico and I ordered the ribeye. Both was charred so significantly on the outside, that I felt like I was eating flecks off the grill! Otherwise the food was outstanding. The potatoes lyonnaise was fab! We highly recommend the pistachio gelato. It was a wonderful end to the meal. The wine list was extensive. We were delighted to find a wine we drank on our honeymoon years ago. Unfortunately 4 children later doesn't allow for the $200 price tag."
    Dined on 4/3/2014
  • "Went to spend time with our daughter, a college student, and to enjoy Newport for the weekend. She actually recommended the place based on word of mouth. The food and service was great! The weather not so great, it was a rainy weekend:( We will definitely go back and hopefully, weather permitting, get a chance to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful view."
    Dined on 3/30/2014
  • "Had a fantastic dinner. Everything was delicious, and our server, Fabio, was a great guy. Had the Kale salad, which my fiancee and I are going to try and recreate at home, because it was the best Kale salad we've ever had. I had the 14 oz. grass fed ribeye with porcini shallot butter, and it was killer. The steak was tender, juicy and cooked perfectly medium-rare. Will definitely be back when in Newport again."
    Dined on 3/29/2014
  • "As always, great food and service, always a pleasure to have a great steak at 22 Bowens......"
    Dined on 3/28/2014
  • "We were up here for the weekend and found this restaurant to celebrate my husbands and my birthdays..I'm very happy I did.. Great choice !!!! Our server Alex, was outstanding... She was very sweet and knowledgable regarding wines and food choices... I have a sever fish allergy and with each course the manager who server our food..did address my allergy...that is huge for me... The food was very very delicious..I had the chopped kale salad..YUM...and the pork chop which was about 4" thick.. I'm from the old school " no pinkish pork so I ordered it well..and it was still juicy. Even though it was raining very heavy out this restaurant was packed..and they validated our parking ..a winner all around .."
    Dined on 3/29/2014
  • "Very good food. Nice amout are not skimpy and super quality. Service was profesional, personal and engaging. The kitchen supervisor Will Simmons is great"
    Dined on 3/25/2014
  • "Server Sharon gave us excellent recommendations and flawless service! Tough critical visiting New Yorkers"
    Dined on 3/22/2014
  • "It was off season in Newport on a Sunday night so a quiet slow evening meal was expected. However, we got so engrossed in our food, the Navy could have filled the place with noisy sailors and we wouldn't have noticed. Yes it is pricey, but the quality & quantity were worth every cent. Imagine a lobster 'cocktail' that winds up being a WHOLE chilled lobster! Our waitress was wonderful as well. Patient, friendly, knowledgable - and when we asked if she could weedle the preparation method for the yams on my scallops, she brought the chef to our table to expound on it! He was a gem as well and added to our enjoyment."
    Dined on 3/23/2014
  • "We wanted to celebrate a birthday with a good steak dinner. Food from appetizer to salad to entree was delicious. Service was wonderful."
    Dined on 3/23/2014
  • "Had a nice quiet (without the kids!) dinner, watched the sun set, on the ocean. Perfect. Food was fantastic, service was very good, prompt, professional, polite. Really top notch. We'll be returning as soon as we get another night out!"
    Dined on 3/22/2014
  • "We celebrated our engagement at 22 Bowens. The waitress was exceptional. The food was am azing. We will definitey be back."
    Dined on 3/21/2014
  • "It was My girlfriend and I's 1 year anniversary. We decided to make resvervations at 22 Bowens because of family and friend reviews who had been there before. We went on the real St. Patricks day (monday) and it was quiet and we pretty much had the whole place to ourseleves. We made resvervations for 6pm and showed up early (5:30pm). They sat us immediately and Manny was our server. This guy knows customer service!!! I Would recommend Manny to anyone and when WE DO go back i will ask for Manny again. He gave us time but also made our experience something to remember. Even while that time between Apps and dinner he would be at the table just talking with us, pretty much about anything. Great experience great service !!!!!!!"
    Dined on 3/17/2014
  • "When we showed up for lunch (with reservations), the restaurant was nearly empty. Of all the places to seat me and my husband, the hostess put us at a tiny table RIGHT NEXT to a table with a family with young kids. Don't get me wrong. We had a child once (grown now), and the family there was perfectly fine. In a full restaurant, it wouldn't have mattered. But it was empty, so why did she seat us practically on top of the family? There were other tables available in the same general area. It was ridiculous to be cramped, so we ended up just moving to the bar, which was much better. Cocktails were great. Fried calamari was delicious. The salmon dish was okay - nothing special. Went to another restaurant for Irish Coffee/dessert."
    Dined on 3/16/2014
  • "This is a lovely restaurant with an excellent view and wonderful ambience. The wine list is quite impressive as was our server, Alex, who was able to help us pick the right bottle after we had narrowed it down to 3 very fine choices. Food was very good, fit for foodies and the pace was European. We were able to savor, linger, and enjoy, all of which made for a most lovely evening. I would highly recommend Bowens and will return when I am back in the area."
    Dined on 3/12/2014
  • "Arrived early to meet a business client and waited at the bar, where I was greeted by a woman who could offer no more than a grunt while she set the bar up...I was obviously in her way as she provided zero service or warm hospitality...an aloof snob. Once seated, our food service was MUCH better, saving a star in my review, but I had a bad taste in my mouth by now. Speaking of bad taste, the 12 oz sirloin was coated with some type of seasoning crust that looked and tasted like burnt grill scrapings. It was also overcooked by two levels. I ordered MR and it came out MW. Creamed spinach was bland and watery. Bread was stale and leftover from the day prior. Cod cake appetizer was good but not going to save the evening."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "Food was great; service, exceptional. Nice glass of wine (or two). A pleasure all the way around."
    Dined on 3/5/2014
  • "went there with colleauges for a special dinner and everything was great. Nice service, great food, wine and cocktails."
    Dined on 3/5/2014
  • "We were celebrating our 32nd anniversary and 22 Bowens was the perfect choice."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "My wife is on a restricted diet, so eating out can be a challenge, but the waiter brought out the Sous Chef and she made a delicious dinner for my wife. I thoroughly enjoyed mine as well. The desserts were creative and delightful without being over the top. Highly recommend it. Great evening out."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Had incredible service from Phil. He knew the wine list, knew the menu. He was attentive at every step. The food was perfect. We could not have had a better experience."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Always good tasting and great selection. People very frienldy. The fixed price menu items are great! On the water in downtown Newport great active location. During the week it is a secret spot!!!!"
    Dined on 2/19/2014
  • "22 Bowens is our favorite "special occasion" restaurant and our standard place to celebrate our anniversary. The food is always amazing, the service always spot on."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Had a great time on valentines day! Food and service was great!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Truly exceptional food coupled with exceptional service."
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "Great restaurant that I will visit often when in the Rhode Island area."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
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