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Flag Room - Midtown Oyster Bar, Newport, RI

Midtown Oyster Bar

4.6 (2081)
$31 to $50
Seafood
343 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Midtown Oyster Bar is a seafood restaurant in Newport, Rhode Island, celebrated for its fresh seafood and extensive raw bar. Situated on Thames Street in downtown Newport, the restaurant features two floors: a lively tavern on the first floor and a welcoming bar on the second. With its casual atmosphere, Midtown Oyster Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal or share drinks with friends.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Brian Ashness
  • Private party facilities
    Midtown Oyster Bar is the ultimate location to host your next event. Whether it be a rehearsal dinner, corporate event, cocktail party or special occasion, we certainly have the perfect space for you. Our private events director will coordinate with you to create a one-of-a-kind experience, customized specifically to your needs and event size.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Cross street
    Perry Mill Wharf
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot located at the end of Perry Mill Wharf, behind Midtown Oyster Bar. The lot is cash or credit card and charges by the day. There are other similar lots within a block of restaurant. Street parking is metered from May 1 to October 31.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 2,081 people are saying

Midtown Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Newport County

    Good for groups

  • Newport County

    Lively

  • Newport County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Midtown Oyster Bar, nestled in the heart of town, offers "delicious" and "excellent" seafood with standout dishes like swordfish and octopus. Guests rave about the "great atmosphere" and "wonderful service," with servers like Ava and Kim receiving special mentions. While service can sometimes be inconsistent, the "beautiful" outdoor seating and "fun atmosphere" make it a must-visit in Newport.
2,081 Reviews
  1. Diane VIP

    New York City17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was very nice, but seemed a little frazzled or unsure at times. Our cocktails were very good. We had a seafood tower as an appetizer and that was very delicious. However, we waited 45 minutes for a bowl of soup and a scallop dinner. When we asked what was taking so long the server stated the “kitchen was backed up”. When finally got our orders…soup was good and the scallop dinner was good.

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  2. Emily VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was exceptionally slow and it was not crowded. It took a solid hour for anything to arrive. Dishes and water glasses were dirty. Check was incorrect. Noise level was so loud, despite there only being two tables in our area, we had to shout to attempt light conversation. Server was inattentive. Many menu items were unavailable. Dishes were being cleared as we were still eating even though we were well within our allotted time frame. Overall, very disappointing. The food was delicious, but unfortunately the cons outweigh the pros.

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  3. Jonathan

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kit was amazing! Great service. Patio was beautiful! Food was pretty good.

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  4. Nancy

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu options and ambiance. Brought visitors from outside the US and they loved it.

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  5. Cheryl VIP

    Greater Boston23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice dinner! On the deck with good food and great company!

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  6. Molly

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food in Newport and excellent service! Dining on the roof was a great vibe.

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  7. Jon VIP

    Philadelphia County55 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new seafood place in the heart of town on Thames. Food was delicious, with abundant fresh seafood options. Tried here instead of The Mooring for a change and we frankly liked the quality of the food better. Sat on upper outdoor patio which was beautiful and cool with the cross breeze despite the summer heatwave. Service was a bit spotty and could use more care and attention to the details, but all around an enjoyable evening for our family.

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  8. Richard

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great spot. Josh at the bar and Ava our waitress were superb.

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  9. Madison VIP

    Philadelphia County19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great lunch at Midtown Oyster Bar! The staff was incredibly accommodating when we called to push back our reservation due to traffic on the way to Newport, which we really appreciated. We tried a variety of five different daily oysters, and each one was fresh and delicious. The mussels and fries were flavorful, and the ale-battered fish & chips were perfectly crispy and satisfying. Our server was super friendly and made us feel welcome throughout the meal. The cocktails were just as impressive balanced, refreshing, and a great addition to the meal. We’d definitely come back on our next visit to Newport! Highly recommend!

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  10. Armita VIP

    Austin18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It's a great restaurant with good service but a bit pricey!

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FAQs

Midtown Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 619-4100 ext. 1.

Midtown Oyster Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 2081 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
Google Map for Midtown Oyster Bar

343 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Perry Mill Wharf
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot located at the end of Perry Mill Wharf, behind Midtown Oyster Bar. The lot is cash or credit card and charges by the day. There are other similar lots within a block of restaurant. Street parking is metered from May 1 to October 31.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Ashness
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Private party facilities
    Midtown Oyster Bar is the ultimate location to host your next event. Whether it be a rehearsal dinner, corporate event, cocktail party or special occasion, we certainly have the perfect space for you. Our private events director will coordinate with you to create a one-of-a-kind experience, customized specifically to your needs and event size.
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