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Safari Room Restaurant, Newport, RI

Safari Room Restaurant

4.3 (1380)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI 02840

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
The Safari Room Restaurant and Bar at OceanCliff is known for providing extraordinary culinary experiences both indoors and out. Our experienced team of culinary professionals provides the ultimate dining experience while you soak in panoramic views of Narragansett Bay. Our team utilizes only the finest ingredients, including a selection of fresh, local seafood, prime aged beef, and exotic house specialties.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Safari Room specializes in private events with an interior dining room accommodating up to 50 guests including a private bar (available year round). Our seasonal open air patio overlooking the Narragansett Bay can be transformed for your private celebration for events up to 60 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Bobby Stearns: (401) 619-7930
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Cross street
    Harrison Avenue
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary on-site parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,380 people are saying

Safari Room Restaurant 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Newport County

    Good for groups

  • Newport County

    Healthy

  • Newport County

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Safari Room Restaurant in Newport offers "great views" and a modern, scenic ambiance. With dishes described as "superb," the food is complemented by attentive service. While some find the menu limited, highlights include clam chowder and scallops. This spot is ideal for special occasions, offering an impressive setting and "fantastic" atmosphere.
1,380 Reviews
  1. Thayare VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, great service, even better view. 10/10 recommended coming during sunset.

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  2. Elizabeth

    New Orleans / Louisiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a delightful dining experience! Incredible views, attentive, friendly service, delicious food.

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  3. Wendy

    Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Beautiful views, attentive staff and a really nice meal. Would definitely go back.

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  4. Meaghan

    Rhode Island1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous view, delicious food and excellent staff!

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  5. Scott

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was hindered due to two 6 tops taking the servers time for us two. We sat with empty drinks and empty appetizer plates with little to no acknowledgment. Never saw a manager or anyone helping the server whose time was absorbed by the 2 tables. This was our first time here and we were really looking forward to the food, unfortunately after waiting an hour and a half for a second drink we decided to leave without eating dinner. You could tell the server felt bad but again no acknowledgment that we were waiting, no manager to assist. How about a round of drinks on the house for us just sitting here waiting. And the restaurant was not that full so that added to the frustration.
    Safari Room RestaurantResponded on May 26, 2025
    Good Evening Scott, on behalf of our entire team I want to say that we appreciate you taking the time to voice your concerns about your recent experience. I assure you that this is not something we ever want to hear or hear often. Providing excellent customer service to ALL of our guests is what we strive for each day, this includes and ample staffing structure and management presence. It is very disheartening to hear that you felt a lack of that during your visit with us and I want to assure you it will be addressed. I do hope that you will consider returning on another occasion and give us another chance as I am confident you will see this is not at all the level of service the Safari Room is known to provide.

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  6. Walter J VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great restaurant with amazing views. Food was superb and the service was top notch. The patio setting is a must try.

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  7. John

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very scenic locale for this restaurant. The food, was very good. The staff was attentive. Service was good, although there was a delay in serving desert. The noise level was high in the restaurant which took away from the ambiance. Perhaps an acoustical engineer could help. Overall, our meal was good value and we look forward to going again.
    Safari Room RestaurantResponded on May 26, 2025
    Hi John, we are so happy to hear that you were treated to by attentive staff and and very good food, that is what we strive for! As any restaurant can, we do have times when the dining room is a bit more lively. We do understand that is not always everyone's preference at times, but we are happy to hear you will come back again because we would certainly love to have you!

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  8. Kelly

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great views, food and service! We had the Mother’s Day brunch and everything was great!

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  9. Mark

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food choices were uninspired (Chicken Milanese, Grilled Salmon, Steak and Frites), however what we ordered was put together well. We passed on dessert only because the selection was so poor. Service was attentive and very good. The overall atmosphere was unfortunately soured by a multiple family gathering with a young child who was irritable and restless the entire time. It simply wasn't a "fine dining" experience. The room was rather noisy even without the disruptive toddler. It's a very good place; very close to being a great place.

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  10. Jane

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was outstanding and very attentive. We had a great meal!
    Safari Room RestaurantResponded on May 5, 2025
    Hi Jane, thank you so much for sharing! We were so honored to have you spend some of your afternoon with us!

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FAQs

Safari Room Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 849-4873.

Safari Room Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 1380 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Safari Room Restaurant

65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI 02840

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harrison Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary on-site parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The Safari Room specializes in private events with an interior dining room accommodating up to 50 guests including a private bar (available year round). Our seasonal open air patio overlooking the Narragansett Bay can be transformed for your private celebration for events up to 60 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Bobby Stearns: (401) 619-7930
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