The Porch
Bannister's wharf, phone: +1 401-849-2900, (http://www.clarkecooke.com). open: 7 days/week 6pm-1am. enjoy the scenic view of newport harbor.
Jimmy's Saloon
37 memorial blvd., phone 401-846-5121. daily 11:30-1am, 7 days per week. lunch, live music, locals favorite
Studio 3
3 pelham st., phone: +1 401-324-6111. open: thursday-sunday 10pm-1am. dj or live music, and dancing.
Newport Blues Cafe
286 thames st., phone: +1 401-841-5510, (http://www.newportblues.com). open: fridays and saturdays 6pm-1am. dinner till 10pm, kids eat free with purchase of an adult meal, live music starting at 10pm must be 21 or older after 10pm.
Boom Boom Room
Bannister's wharf, phone: +1 401-849-2900, (http://www.clarkecooke.co...). th-su 9pm-1am. their legendary club is located beneath the candy store bar. disc jockey torry mars and music composer chips hanson playing dance music from all genres and artists like "frank sinatra" to "black eyed peas".
One Pelham East
276 thames st., phone: +1 401-847-9460. open: 7 days/week till 1am. thursday-sunday 10pm-1am, live music.
The Fastnet Pub
1 broadway, phone: +1 401 845-9311. open: 7 days/week till 1am. thursday-sunday 10pm-1am, live music. this genuine irish pub is easily the best place in newport. they have live irish music on sundays, it's always full but not packed, and the service & ambiance are great. start here: you won't regret it.
O'Brien's Pub
501 thames st., phone: +1 401-849-6623, (http://www.theobrienspub.com). open 7 days/week, 11:30am-1am. newly renovated outside bar open seasonally. outdoor patio includes plentiful seating and fountain, both dog and kid friendly. kitchen offers a gluten free menu. open year round serving pub-style food inside by the fire in the winter.
Fifth Element
509 thames st., phone: +1 401-841-0011, (http://www.5eri.com). open: 7 days/week, 5pm â 1am fridays: dj bells spins club hits and progressive house. live music on the weekends! come in for their drink and meal specials in a causal dining atmosphere.
22 Bowen's Wine Bar and Grill
22 bowen's wharf., phone: +1 401-841-8884. open: 7 days/week, 11:30am-11pm. newport's prime beef steakhouse on the water with seafood, extensive raw bar, and over 600 wines.
The Wharf Pub and Restaurant
37 bowen's wharf., phone: +1 401-846-9233. open: 7 days/week, 11:30am-11pm. pub style restaurant, gourmet sandwiches, and a dinner menu.
Red Parrot
348 thames st., phone: +1 401-847-3800, . (http://www.redparrotresta...). open: su-th 11am-11pm, f,sa 11am-1am. three floors of bars! daily drink specials.
Cafe di Mare
11 bowen's wharf., phone: +1 401-847-2962. daily, 10am-10pm summer; 10am-10pm winter. italian specialties, soups, salads, sandwiches, espresso, ice cream, frozen yogurt, shakes, floats, and sundaes.
Newport is known for its lively night scene. Whether you want to enjoy a quiet cocktail, hang with the locals, or dance along to a live band, you will find a place in Newport to suit your preferences. âDowntownâ Newport has bars all within walking distance of one another. Many bars are located just a few blocks from most hotels and inns, making a scenic walk an easy choice. Most bars are in the downtown area including upper Thames Street, lower Thames Street, Americaâs Cup Avenue, Memorial Boulevard, and Bellevue Avenue.
There are too many bars in Newport to include them all, below is a diverse collection of the best. Walking or taking a cab is recommended to avoid the dangers of drinking and driving, and the nuisance of finding a parking spot.
Listed below is a suggested "bar hop" for lower Thames Street and America's Cup Avenue. Beginning with Pelham East, you can walk to each bar in the order it is listed. Remember that the bar hop is for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Try a drink from each, but remember to be responsible.
Cookie Jar
29 bowen's wharf., phone: +1 401-846-5078. open: su-th, 6:30am-11pm, f,sa, 6:30am-7:30pm summer. su-th, 8am-9p,, f,sa, 8am-11pm fall. 7 days/week, 8:30am-5:30pm winter. fresh baked cookies, coffee, and beverages. can even do boat orders!
Newport Fruit and Smoothie Co.
30 bowen's wharf. open: seasonal. exotic fruit smoothies and fresh squeezed lemonade.
Rhino Bar & Grille/Mamba Room Night Club
337 thames st., phone: +1 401-846-0707, (http://www.therhinobar.com). open: 7 nights/week, th-sa, 10pm-1am, live music or dj, students never pay cover.
Vincent's On the Pier/The West Deck
1 waite's wharf, (http://www.eatri.com/westdeck/). w-su. enjoy an affordable meal and/or drink outside on the deck, or come inside for their gourmet menu. great atmosphere for any crowd.