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The Mooring Restaurant, Newport, RI

The Mooring Restaurant

4.7 (10912)
$30 and under
Seafood
1 Sayers Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 221 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
For over 35 years, we have provided our guests with warm hospitality, crafted beverages and 'top-of-the catch' seafood, including an award-winning wine list and bountiful raw bar offerings.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy water views of Newport Harbor from virtually every seat. We offer three semi-private to private dining rooms and an option of outdoor private dining during the spring and summer months. Our beautifully appointed rooms are perfect for intimate gatherings, small wedding receptions or private business functions, with groups up to 50 guests.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Cross street
    America's Cup Ave.
  • Parking details
    There is a large public lot in front of the restaurant that charges by the hour. Metered parking is located across the street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10,912 people are saying

The Mooring 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Seafood

  • Rhode Island

    Most Booked

  • Newport County

    Best Overall

  • Newport County

    Best Service

  • Newport County

    Hot spot

  • Newport County

    Great for scenic views

  • Newport County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Mooring Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food, views and staff." Guests rave about the "best buttered lobster roll" and "outstanding service." The ambiance, particularly the "harbor view," is frequently praised, making it a favorite spot for special occasions. Reservations are highly recommended due to its popularity.
10,912 Reviews
  1. lisa VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing experience for the 4th! Austin, our server, was amazing and efficient. The food was delicious and, coupled with the ambience, made for a relaxing holiday meal. Would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to experience an authentic Newport vibe.

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  2. Kim

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here and was first impressed with the maître.de, who immediately found out reservation and passed us to one of the floor managers’ name is Alex, she was cheerful and wonderfully professional. She seated us at one of the best tables overlooking the water. Johnny was our server. He was super fun, very personable and allowed my man and I to thoroughly enjoy our special time out. We ordered oysters, sweet onion dip and I got the sablefish, while my man got the crispy redfish. For dessert we ordered the Nougatine Semifreddo, and although I thought it was delicious, I quickly realized that it contained pistachios, which I am deathly allergic to. I ran to the restroom to rinse out my mouth, and was pleasantly surprised to meet Victoria, who gently insisted that she stay with me for a bit while making sure that I did not get any reactions. Everything turned out just fine, and when I got back to the table, Johnny ordered me the sorbet, insisting that we both get to enjoy our combined birthday date dessert. What a genuinely wonderful restaurant! They each made us feel so special and we cannot wait to get back for lunch!!

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  3. Jeanette

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited the Mooring on the 4th of July, we knew it would be busy, but everything considering the food was great, and the service and attention was amazing. We really enjoyed our dinner! Thank you !

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  4. Brian

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined at this restaurant and three times in a row it was outstanding in every way. This last visit was disappointing. Could it be that things change when the tourists come to Newport? More crowded and less likely that tourists will return anyway?

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  5. Ann VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely lunch on the back deck with friends. The butter lobster role was awesome!

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  6. Kathy

    Rhode Island1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I tried the grilled shrimp special served with coconut basmati rice. It was excellent!

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  7. Lara

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time at The Mooring and it was amazing! The service was great! And the food was delicious. We were lucky enough to get a seat on the patio so the scenery was wonderful too.

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  8. Sherry

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sole Milanese and seafood pasta, crab toast all great!

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  9. Grace

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing! Especially the calamari and assorted shellfish platter

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  10. Jason VIP

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server Missy was amazing. The food was delicious. Loved the crab toast!

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FAQs

The Mooring Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 846-2260.

The Mooring Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 10912 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
9:00 PM
Booked 221 times today
Google Map for The Mooring Restaurant

1 Sayers Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    America's Cup Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a large public lot in front of the restaurant that charges by the hour. Metered parking is located across the street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy water views of Newport Harbor from virtually every seat. We offer three semi-private to private dining rooms and an option of outdoor private dining during the spring and summer months. Our beautifully appointed rooms are perfect for intimate gatherings, small wedding receptions or private business functions, with groups up to 50 guests.
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