Went this past weekend, ambiance is cool the waiter was nice and attentive. The food was ok. I ordered the crispy chicken pasta. The biggest downfall was the bathroom situation. There's 3 floors to this restaurant and two bathrooms all the way at the top so you're hiking Mount Everest to get there to then wait 30 mins in line to use the restroom..it was so bad my friend had to uber home to go to the bathroom. read more

I love a girl dinner spot. There were so many option to choose from. We opted to build our own board and the portions were generous. The cocktail menu had some really delicious options and the vibes were on point. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Build Your Board - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Decor was very chic and modern-ish! Friendly service and very prompt. Their cocktail menu is small but they have a full bar and will make you anything you want. I asked for a strong espresso martini and they obliged - very nicely made My truffle risotto with scallops was nicely done although only complaint is that the scallops were 30secs ish overdone so became chewy Fish and chips - flaky juicy and amazing fries Mussels - 5/5 dish - highly recommend Crème brûlée - maybe it's me but very disappointed. The strawberries weren't doing anything and I didn't find anything "bruleed". Again, it's a me problem I don't like classic dessert being modified Finally the star of the show was the bread pudding which was PERFECT and comes with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. Like I said, classic desserts are classic for a reason read more

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After all the great reviews of this place, we were really looking forward to eating here but we were sorely disappointed. The waiter was not super friendly but Ill give him a pass bc he looked like he was the only server for the whole restaurant so he was stressed and busy with tables in both rooms. The noise level was very loud in the main dining room and was hard to talk. But the worst part of this entire experience was the food. We ordered a lobster roll to split and the lobster came out literally gray and was so tough and chewy and fishy that it was incredibly hard to eat. I wanted to send it back but my friend asked me not too but it was absolutely inedible. It was if they had microwaved the lobster in some butter. It also had a very minimal amount of lobster in it. Cant speak to other food as that was all we ordered but overall will not be recommending. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

The ambiance is very nice situated in an old bank, decorated to feel warm and inviting. Big bar, lots of seats and high top tables. We only had drinks, didn't try the food, but I do love the idea of a "build your own" cheese and charcuterie board. See photo for selection of items to choose from. We didn't have enough time to order food so we didn't try it. The drinks were ok. I'm a bit of an old fashion cocktail kick, and this was not the best one I've ever had, nor the worst, but for the price, I expected better...like maybe a single large ice cube, a fresh orange peel, and to their credit it did include a Luxor cherry. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Build your own board menu - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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The male-your-own charcuterie board was a big hit. There was a nice variety of gluten free options. The wait staff was friendly, and it was a nice atmosphere. Will be back! read more

I'm usually in Newport a couple of times a year and I try to come here. The atmosphere is usually pretty chill on the bar side, so it's nice to come for drinks and a bite to eat. The last time I was here was yesterday. Some friends and I sat at the bar for a late afternoon nibble and a drink. They went with The Remedy, which was a mocktail on the menu. Both friends liked it. I went with a Sazerac Rye Manhattan. It was well made and came with a luxardo cherry. To eat, my friends shared some oysters, the watermelon salad, a caesar salad, and the garlic parm frites. We were making fun of the frites, because there were also fries on the menu. We said that adding the garlic parm took them from fries to frites - lol. My friends remarked on how tasty everything was, so I'm glad I brought them here. I decided to have a few items off of the charcuterie menu - cheddar, goat cheese, prosciutto, and salami. The goat cheese and salami were the recommendation of the bartender and he was spot on. Everything went well together and was super fresh and delicious. The board came with jam, spicy mustard, crostini, and something pickled. I'll be back in Newport this October for a conference and I'll try to make it back here for some more food and drinks. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Charcuterie platter - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Excellent service from Sailor! She's fantastic! Delicious meats and cheeses. We ordered a special Valentine's board which had delicious burrata and prosciutto. The Caesar salad was phenomenal. The shoestring fries with Parmesan and garlic were a tasty treat. The fries were crispy and the seasoning was fabulous. I loved my mocktail, Pink Pearl. It had a fun foam. The Belcourt was a really nice rum cocktail. Very spacious restaurant. Two levels and an outdoor patio too. Lovely, modern decor. Pristine. I love the lighting and ambiance. I would love to dine here again. read more

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Disappointing experience. Went to dinner here tonight with a party of 6. I ordered a Hugo spritz that arrived without mint, one of the 3 ingredients... I wasn't told this before they brought it and expected me to just accept it. Disappointing for an $18 drink. Food and drinks took forever to arrive; other tables complained too. One person ordered the risotto fungi and another the side of risotto, but both risottos served came out as the sides. When the server was made aware of this mistake, he dismissed us completely by saying both menu items were exactly the same. It felt as though he didn't want to admit his own mistake. Drinks and food took a long time and waters were not refilled. Overall I found this to be a failure of the whole team. The server was clearly struggling and his bussers and managers should have stepped in to help. Disappointing when expecting and paying for a nice meal. To summarize, service was bad, drinks were bad, the food was meh, and management was absent. We won't be eating here again and you shouldn't either. read more

Super disappointing and I really really wanted to like this place. Atmosphere: Made reservations and were seated "outside". It was fine, a little cold because the heater right above us was turned off although most of the others were on. It was super noisy outside and inside. Not just because of other patrons, but the music was crazy loud too. Restroom was pretty gross, wet, and dirty. Service: We were greeted and seated quickly. Service was only ok. Lack of check backs and lack of refills, and didn't offer any upselling like coffee with dessert. Drinks: My partner ordered a gin & tonic which had a strange flavor. Kiddo got a Shirley Temple which seemed fine. Food: Appetizers were promising. Oysters were fresh and the make your own charcuterie was yummy. Entrees took a long time to come out and the server didn't seem to notice. Of course they were cold when they arrived and the server was hard to flag down and didn't notice us not eating. Ended up with hot food on the recook but the lobster roll was bland and the lobster bisque was skimpy and also didn't have much going on. We opted for dessert, "upside down" crème brûlée and bananas foster bread pudding. The crème brûlée was, in fact, flan. No brûlée-ing occurred in the vicinity of this dessert. It was fine, just not crème brûlée which is my partner's go-to dessert. The bananas foster bread pudding was terrible. Odd flavor, no bananas to be seen, no caramel. Very strange. Overall, a pretty awful meal for $250. Do not recommend. read more

Went on a Friday evening for drinks and apps with a friend. Staff was super friendly and we got a table immediately. This place has a bunch of seating, multiple floors, 2 bars and a (new?) outside patio. We ordered purple rain and a mezcal drink and both were really good. Got a few apps - watermelon salad, burrata and panzanella salad. Everything was really good and good portions. We ended with tequila espresso martinis! Great spot to check out if you're in Newport! read more

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The lobster roll was dry and in need of extra butter. None was served with it. The fries were grossly undercooked and inedible. The smash burger was fine but expect it to be super salty. The cocktail I ordered off the menu was unavailable and the 7ounce pony beer for $3.50 was $7, warm, and served without a glass. I felt scammed by the place and the experience was poor. Steer clear. read more

We went there with our toddler for 8pm dinner and appreciated that we were sat in a corner. The tables are kind of far apart and it's fairly noisy so it's great for a well behaved kid (i.e., being loud but stationary is probably ok). Food was amazing! We did the "build your own"charcuterie and a few of the side plates. The ambiance was really nice, kind of intimately lit but had a trendy crowd. Service was great and all of our dishes came out at once and didn't take too long at all. Giving it 4 stars because the charcuterie a la carte pricing is a bit high for the portions that you get. read more

Food service and ambience on a Friday night . Fresh creative food and apps, nice bar area. Good service, fun vibe. No parking, best to walk. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Craft cocktails - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Amazing place for drinks and apps! Also amazing service. Food always isn't a long wait! read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

If I could give it zero stars, I would. My husband and I were looking for a place to watch a football game and since we were only there for the weekend we looked on yelp for some suggestions. This popped up when we looked up sports bars. This is not a sports bar. The bar area on the second floor has one TV. Regardless, that's not why this place gets no stars from me. We walked up to the second floor where all the employees were at the bar. No one greeted us or asked to seat us. There was a family having dinner at a table and two couples at the bar and the rest of the place was empty. We walked up to the bar where I asked if we seat ourselves and a guy in a suit says only the bar and bar tops are open. We sat at the bar tops and were contemplating getting food when just a few minutes later four girls walk in and get greeted and get a table. We decided to just get drinks and head out because clearly unless you know the people working here you won't be served. read more

Bar and Board didn't start out well but overall ended fine. When we arrived Therese seems to be confusion at the hostess station. We had a reservations were seated when we arrived . We were seated in a quasi outer area that was a little warm at first but got better. Being seated next to the hostess station also made it a little hectic for our table. It also took a long time for someone to acknowledge us and take drink orders. Once all the chaos worked out the rest of the evening went well. We had oysters which were some of the best I've had and the table enjoyed the calamari and other appetizers. For dinner I had the haddock which was perfectly cooked but lacked some seasoning but tasty nonetheless. It came with a salad that had cold potatoes not something I'm used to but possibly a RI thing. Some of the table had warm lobster rolls that most really liked and I thought was great after tasting my wife's. I would add we like to have drinks and we'd had more if the service was a little better. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

I had high hopes for Bar & Board Bistro but wasn't very impressed. The interior is aesthetically pleasing with sophisticated table lamps and a welcoming bar, however the food and speed of service was somewhat disappointing. My family came for dinner on a Friday night and ordered a round of cocktails and main courses. The food ended up arriving before the drinks. Maybe I'm being hypercritical but after checking out their instagram and the surrounding tables, I was a little disappointed that the cocktails all came out in highball glasses when their pictures feature interesting glassware. I ordered the local grilled fish, a sea bass, and it came with some nice greens and potatoes but was pretty bland. I ended up asking for some lemon wedges to improve the flavor. Overall, I would not return for food but might consider coming back for a drink at the bar. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Roasted local fish (sea bass) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Great location, plenty of seating, clean. Service was good. We were looking for some light bites and the menu looked like it would suit our needs. The drinks were delicious and flavorful. Would definitely come back for a drink at the bar or happy hour. The food was good but not as good as I was hoping. It was somewhat underwhelming. Nothing stood out to me or made me think "I really want to come back here again for ________". read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Outdoor seating with dim lighting set a beautiful mood. Small plates of Shrimp & Avocado with sushi rice, soy, mirin, sriracha, cucumber, ginger poached shrimp, pickled fresno Tempura Cauliflower Corn & jalapeño cakes... Mildly spicy yet a sweet taste given the agave jalapeño aioli, delicious dish which was well prepared Nf fillling in its own right Daiquiri...passion fruit foam, rum, acid water & sugar.. Do I need to say more?! After this drink I gave up sugar so I didn't develop Diabetes. But have to admit the drink was good at the time. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Daiquiri...passion fruit foam, rum, acid water & sugar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

It's been two weeks and still thinking about the meal we had. The cucumber cocktail, pork ossobucco, burger, pumpkin spice bread pudding.... all a dream. And to top it all off Andrew and Angel were so friendly and made the experience even better! Thank you Bar and Board... see you in May! read more

This Thames Street Gem in Newport blew us away! Everything is a vibe - from the patio to the restored bank vault and upstairs bar with big windows and additional space - this place is seriously electric! They are also serving up some seriously good food - proudly locally sourced which we love. I had my first lobster roll of the season (hot, of course) and my husband could not get enough of the French fries. Our server was so friendly and attentive. Our cocktails were stellar and we can't wait to go back! Street parking only, meters in the tourist season. read more

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This was a great new find. The bartenders make some great drinks here and let us try a few of the ones on tap before making our final decision. Great selection of meats and cheeses in a great atmosphere read more

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Dive into pure indulgence with Lobster Carbonara! Creamy, dreamy, and oh-so-delectable! This dish marries the rich flavors of lobster with the comforting embrace of carbonara sauce. Every bite is a symphony of savory perfection. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you for this culinary adventure! This spot is so trendy and I loved the windows wide open letting in the fresh air! read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Lobster Carbonara - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Went there late Thursday night, probably around 7:30-7:45. We were warmly greeted and sat at a high top. The place was dead. The server was pleasant and attentive. Charcuterie was awesome as was the clams. My daughter had a seafood pasta dish that was great, I just had duck drummettes which were tasty, but very dry and a little cold. To this point a nice meal. My wife had a lobster roll which halfway through she thought it smelled off. The server took away and asked if she wanted something else, but she didn't. They did take off the check, but the manager came out and swore it was fresh and she didn't smell anything. Which was a little confrontational in my opinion. They didn't ask if we wanted dessert before the kitchen closed and my wife had to ask for coffee, which he showed up with and no cream and sugar. They were itching to get us out so what could have been a nice meal took a turn. read more

The bar was busy real early so maybe the food is good too?? This place did not blow me away. Service was good. Food presentation great but taste? Our food was just ok. Calamari a little over cooked, flavorless salads seemingly with no dressing, maybe three shrimp in the civeche. Sprouts were awesome though!! And there was Coke products! Dessert was gross, a weird square of tasteless batter with some fruit in it. I guess they're known for charcuterie but I'm not paying fifty to sixty bucks for someone to cut cheese into cubes. Oh well. read more

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Came here because we were starving & they had no wait. I got the fried chicken over pasta - it was pretty good. My boyfriend got the burger and said it was great, my son got the lobster roll but didn't like it. He said he preferred the lobster roll from Panera Bread. SMH. I had a white sangria it was good. Food came out really quickly which was wonderful. Waitress was friendly & attentive for the most part... Overall service and ambiance was good, and the flavors were good. Nothing really stood out aside from the different menu. Overall- I would come here again & I I look forward to trying a board next time! Solid 4:4.5! read more

Bar & Board Bistro is awesome. They have excellent cocktails, great food, several different spaces for dining and two large bars. There's something for everyone here. I'd highly recommend any of the dishes we had. The build your own charcuterie board is fun and the perfect starter to please everyone. Salads and burger were delish as well. Their fried chicken side is Milanese style and is 10/10. Make sure you have a reservation for weekends if you want to dine in the dining room. We didn't have a res but luckily we were able to grab seats at the bar and order food there. Overall would recommend a stop here for drinks or a yummy, casual dinner. read more

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Amazing!!! My friend has been many times and she took me and her sister here ! It was our first time. Recommended of course by other of my foodie friends! Boy am I so glad we were able to find seating. It was super busy when we checked on Friday and wanted to make reservations for Saturday but we were told they were all booked! So no luck . Saturday night came and we decided we would give it a shot, I don't know what changed but there was room and a table for us ! Great ambiance outside, great evening. Isabelle our server took care of us and we had a great dining experience. Drinks were ordered. Salmon with a wasabi Yukon mashed potatoes, scallops with farro and the kids ordered chicken tenders. Service at its best I must say! Staff wants you to be happy and leave happy with your dining experience in which we were. Now I can see why it's on the top list for many! I highly recommend. Everything was delicious! read more

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Healey was a great server. So attentive and polite. Loved the space and the food! Calamari and cheese board with prosciutto and monkfish and chips, lobster roll, swordfish and gnocchi. All delicious!! Will come again!! read more

Bar & Board is our favorite spot in Newport! Service is spectacular. I wish I could remember our waitress's name. She made knowledgeable suggestions and they did not disappoint! I was swayed to indulge in their octopus cavatelli special, and it was probably one of the best things I have ever eaten. The octopus was perfectly cooked -- not rubbery at all -- and the portion was generous enough to share and have leftovers. If you are a seafood lover like me, do not skip this dish if it's on the menu! The restaurant itself is spacious and lively, with many different dining option vibes. We were seated on an upper level that was quiet and cozy at first, but quickly filled with lots of fun folks, including several bachelorette parties. We had a blast sending shots to the brides and engaging with our table neighbors. Overall a terrific spot you don't want to miss! read more

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I genuinely hope the owners of Bar and Board read this or someone shares this with them. Service: having online reservations is helpful and appreciated. The table service was excellent outside. Attentive and knowledgeable. Food: it was good, and charcuterie (the board experience, if you will) was decent, but extremely pricey. It needs to NOT be al a carte--way too pricey and overall not worth it. - Entrees were ok--lobster rolls, scallops and fish. $34 for a lobster roll although "market price" was not as good as ones for slightly lower price at local seafood shacks. Atmosphere: here is where if we could give negative stars, we would. - please, listen to us: the music is TURNED UP WAYYYYYY TOO LOUD!! I mean, it's obnoxiously loud and you cannot even have a conversation at your own table with the person sitting next to you. $480.00 for a party of five was just not worth it...and only one bottle of lesser tiered wine. Recommendation: whatever you do, don't advertise the focaccia as focaccia. It's overdone Texas toast at best. Also, PLEASE--TURN DOWN THE DAMN MUSIC AND THEN MAYBE, CUSTOMERS CAN ENJOY THEIR DINNER AND DRINKS!!! read more

Very good food, service was also great. The food portion sizes were also just right :). There was however a mishap with our reservation. We had a reservation to sit outside but they sat us indoors. They do have indoor seating and outdoor seating. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Beet salad w/no cheese - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We were on a cruise, had an excursion in the morning and were meeting friends at 5 p.m. It was raining and we came upon Bar & Board and decided to go in and have a cocktail and appetizer before meeting our friends. This place is amazing. You should take a tour of the entire restaurant if you go. It's beautiful and has rooms for special parties etc. Everyone was happy and friendly, which put us in the same mood (as we were wet and cold when we arrived!!) We highly recommend this place for its great service, great menu and professionalism. And....they gave great Mocktails!! read more

We were able to enjoy a very nice lunch in the bar area on Saint Patrick's Day .Everywhere was very busy however we were able to walk in without reservations and got a table pretty quick even though the place was packed. The host or manager found a table for us right away which we really appreciated. The first floor bar area was very clean with a really cool atmosphere and modern Irish music playing in the background.Everyone was having a good time,singing along, very cool vibes . The food was very good , my daughter and I both had the same thing : chicken avocado wraps with fries. My fries were truffle fries and I really enjoyed them. The wraps were really big and had a lot of flavor! Very tasty. I would definitely go back! read more

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I love their HH! Great selection of meat and cheeses. Very filling too. The staff is friendly. The apps were ok. The drinks were delicious! Espresso martini is a must here. Their mocktails are delicious too! read more

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Bar and Board Bistro is a really cool spot in downtown Newport. It was built on the site of a former bank and the bar itself is built in front of the bank vault! (Wish I had taken a photo) The restaurant consists of four stories, with the bar, dining area and kitchen on the first floor. The 2nd seems to be for private functions, which I checked out on the way to the ladies room. The 3rd floor has hotel style rooms and the 4th floor is a private apartment. It's a very unique and cool space with nice atmosphere. I ordered the Beet Salad and and my husband got the Smash Burger. We sat at high top tables in the bar and both enjoyed our food. Service was friendly, but we sporadically saw our waitress and had a hard time tracking her down for the check. I suspect, they are understaffed as most restaurants currently seem to be. All in all, a nice dining experience with decent food. read more

Bar & Board Bistro - Smash Burger - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Came here for dinner on a Thursday night and had a nice dinner. Parking in downtown Newport can be a little tricky. Our waitress was really nice and three of us were able to be seated immediately. We were able to sit on the porch area which was very nice. The inside was also a nice atmosphere with the old bank vault. Split some dishes and really enjoyed them! The cheese board was very fun and loved all the pieces that came with it. Split the salad and poke bowl. The poke bowl had a lot of tuna and the flavors were delicious. The salad also was great. I left very full but all the dishes added up. Overall a really nice meal! read more

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PROS: the staff was nice, food tasted good, and the atmosphere was nice. The food was priced well and the variety was plentiful. They can also hold events on the second floor. CONS: half the tables were empty and they told us they were reserved (nobody ever came to claim the tables which has me believing the staff lied) it also took 25 minutes before anybody took our order. The bathrooms were not clean, tables took forever to be cleared-- even the pen ran out of ink signing the check...figures OVERALL: not a place I'll be coming back to. However, maybe if nobody is eating here and all other places are booked then I would come back read more

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They have live music in the restaurant part but we sat in the bar area (second pic) so it wouldn't be too loud. Lovely view of Thames and the harbor. Burger and fries were delicious. Recommend!!! read more

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