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Bar 'Cino - Newport, Newport, RI

Bar 'Cino - Newport

4.8
4.8
1020 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot in the heart of Newport's historic Washington Square with cuisine inspired by Italy. Open nightly for al fresco dining, takeout and delivery.

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2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 56 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 619-8201
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mariana Gonzalez-Trasvina
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,020 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Newport County

    Best Overall

  • Newport County

    Best Food

  • Newport County

    Best Value

  • Newport County

    Innovative

  • Newport County

    Healthy

  • Newport County

    Hot spot

  • Newport County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Newport County

    Lively

  • Newport County

    Most Booked

1,020 Reviews
  1. Kate

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and good service, we didn’t have to wait long and it was a great selection of food and drinks. We love BarCino!

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  2. JESdiner

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Tasty food, fun vibe. Great lunch stop in Newport!

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  3. DianeK

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    We love your Resto, and always come there. Last night was the night before Thanksgiving, and I just felt that people were sort of not very attentive at our table and I had to ask for extra napkins. We had spilled a little bit of food on the table at the first course they didn’t wipe it, so we had taken some gas with us so not the best experience at bar cinoLast night

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was awesome, great wine selection that didn’t break the bank, food was all delicious! We’ll be back!

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  5. Drew

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I love the somewhat noisy, bustling nature of this restaurant. As always, the food and cocktails were delicious. Service was also very good.

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  6. CraigC

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Food! Great service Can’t wait to go back Best place to eat in Newport

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  7. BellaB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at Bar’Cino last night and we were blown away with the service and the food was fantastic ….it was our anniversary and our server Lauren was so helpful and friendly - really one of the best experiences we have had and we will def go back again

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Busy local spot w an arrogant host but pleasant serving staff. Food is good but pricey for the experience. So-do wine list equally priced w local market.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One my absolute favorite restaurants! Delicious food, great service with a fun vibe! Cannot wait to return!

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  10. BrittanyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Amazing food and phenomenal service!

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  11. ChrisS

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience3
    Something seriously wrong with the attitude here. Outstanding food but we were treated like THEY were doing US a favor by allowing us to be there. Party of 4 (women) on a Monday night, 6pm. When we arrived there were plenty of open tables but they squeezed us in between two couples just starting dinner. So we asked the host if we could be seated the open table at the end of the row and were told it was "only for parties of five or more". Ok, we get that. BUT: not 5 minutes later, two mixed-gender couples arrived and were seated at that table, never to be joined by anyone else...? The bad vibes continued with our server who never introduced herself or acted anything but exasperated when interacting with us. When we asked for additional bread, she actually tossed two rolls onto the table. (Note: the mixed-gender couple next to us received their rolls on a plate). Well excuse me. Icing on the cake: someone parked so close to us that I literally could not open the car door. When asked if they could announce the plate # in case that person was a patron, the host just walked away and said nothing. We had to do it OURSELVES! Walking around the restaurant, asking people .... ?! These folks need to get their heads out of their a** and appreciate everyone who puts money in their pockets.

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  12. ThomasC

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always come here on our short trips to Newport. Its a must visit with great food and friendly staff. Make reservations!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always visit Bar’Cino when we are in Newport. Food is always delicious.

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  14. PETERA

    Greater Boston

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I was impressed that our meals were serviced so quickly even though the restaurant was pretty full. It was a pleasant surprise. Everything was quite quick.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, fantastic waitress and waiters, there’s a reason this place is always busy so it’s a typical wait for food upon ordering. Will definitely do again!

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  16. RyanD

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chicken pizza and chicken sandwich were delicious, definitely the best Italian food in Newport.

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  17. LynnS

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve had Vanessa as a server before & she was excellent as always. She knows the menu & provides great suggestions. She is very efficient too. This is the first time we sat at the counter. What a great seat! We got to see all the action. The kitchen crew works so hard & makes such delicious food. They are awesome! Thank you for another awesome dinner. We’ll be back soon.

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  18. gcm0621

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great grilled pizza. Attentive service. Nice atmosphere

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  19. ACKlover

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Consistently great food and service- one of my absolute favorites!

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  20. IsabelA

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food never disappoints! Always good and eclectic! One of our favs !

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  21. JodiS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Same as always - just WONDERFUL!! Love this restaurant - everything is superb.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always a good experience, dinged a little because our table wasn’t ready at reservation time and it appeared they gave away our table. Drinks inventive and prepared very well. Attentive and professional staff and lovely food. Will return again and again.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous! Great food , excellent service, one of my favorites!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing all around! Great service. Relaxing meal and never waited on the server nor did we ever feel rushed!

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  25. NathanD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dining experience. Food and service was excellent.

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  26. KathyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We got the chips and the margherita pizza and both were incredible- unique and so delicious!! Truly a memorable meal!

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  27. photogirl33

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our group of 7 had a wonderful late lunch! Friendly staff, delicious food, a sunny round table, and beautiful decor!

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  28. Ells

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Delicious food, good portion size- my only regret is not eating here sooner!

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  29. clarkd

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service at the bar was great, attentive and quick (maybe a bit too quick if you wanted to linger) excellent drinks. Food delicious. Sausage grilled pizza fantastic and the short ribs were amazing as was the ricotta cake, insanely fresh. Prices are reasonable. When can you ever say that these days. Our new go to place! You will not be disappointed.

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  30. SamB

    Greater Boston

    70 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Excellent food. My pasta was cooked to perfection. The only disappointment was that it was my wife's birthday and she asked if they could fillet the bronzino. The waitress was very dismissive and said no we will not do that. Could have accommodated a simple request to fillet a fish. But she wouldn't.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious dinner! Highly recommend. Tables are close together but not too loud.

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  32. KellyU

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love coming here! Very welcoming and amazing food and drink

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, fantastic cocktails & outstanding service in a very fun vibe! One of our favorites!

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  34. Wsp20

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Mariana, the acclaimed chef at Bar 'Cino and the haute Mexican restaurant next door (they share facilities) creates sophisticated, light but delicious food no matter the culture. A trained pastry chef, her desserts are to die for (and to leave room for). Reservations can be tight so plan far ahead. You will be very happy. Their mocktails are also out of this world.

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  35. MichaelC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Only criticism would be the noise level. Food was outstanding as was the service.

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  36. Katie

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really needed to get away for a long weekend to just take a breath with the stress of everything going on in our life right now. It was so nice to find this gem amongst all the choices here in Newport. The service , food (amazing, being that we just got back from Italy 🇮🇹 for our son’s wedding) we felt relaxed having many Italian wine 🍷 choices from the region to pare with our menu choices. Definitely recommend you will not be disappointed. Reservations highly recommended, like I said the food was delisious! S & K South Jersey 😉🇮🇹

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was good. Chicken Milanese was fabulous with fresh arugula. Always enjoy it here.

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  38. Trish

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a chicken pesto sandwich which was delicious. I believe red pepper or something spicy was in sandwich. My stomach really doesn’t do well, with a least bit of spices. Our food was delicious,my husband had the pasta special with short ribs ! Thank you, Patricia Silva

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    111 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The whole chicken in such a treat. Lovely presentation with the whole meal on a board. The server was wonderful effortlessly serving a very busy restaurant. I love the Newport Group restaurants and always go to them when I'm in the area.

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  40. MMGM

    Cleveland

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We really enjoyed our meals. Excellent pasta and chicken Milanese. Our server was very good as well. It was slightly noisy, but it had a fun atmosphere.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bar 'Cino - Newport using the Order Online button. Bar 'Cino - Newport also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 619-8201.

Bar 'Cino - Newport is rated 4.8 stars by 1020 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 56 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bar 'Cino - Newport

22 Washington Square, Newport, RI 02840

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mariana Gonzalez-Trasvina
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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