Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Newport

Great jazz sound track enhanced our experience at the new fine dining restaurant in the re-done resort on Goat Island. 1639 (named for when Newport was founded) has beautiful views of boats passing on the harbor and of the Point neighborhood's historic houses. It's pricy, but you're paying for the views as well as the very good food. We dined indoors as the outdoor part was taken over by a private party, and enjoyed a beets and herb salad, the smoked duck entree and the striped bass entree. and the fresh fruit pannacotta (which we would have enjoyed more if it wasn't tiny and priced at $18). There's another eatery called the Torpedo Bar and Lounge on the other side of the resort which faces the bridge and bay on the other side, is more casual, and slightly less expensive. 1639 seems to just be getting geared up, as it was only open Friday and Saturday when we were there. The renovation of the hotel has resulted in fun updated entertainment spaces.

Probably one of the best meals we've ever had. Food and service were amazing. Gabriel, who took care of us, could not have been better. One of our guests mentioned how their other restaurant has the best chowder in the state. When we left, Gabriel had a care package for us to take home, which included a container of the chowder! Simply amazing. Cannot wait to return.

Fabulous meal, outstanding service and atmosphere, great food presentation and wine pairing.

Super cute spot! We loved Nana's dumplings and the wings.