Okay! What a great menu, hard to choose! I think I'll have to come back to try the pasta. I had the kale Caesar and added roasted shrimp. Both were amazing! The lemony Caesar dressing was great. I will say the service was so so. The server I had was polite, but didn't seem to know much about the wine. Wouldn't/didn't give me any recs besides 'the prosecco is dry' lol. She also didn't give any food recs which I thought was odd. She asked every single table (I was sitting outside) if they wanted to see a dessert menu except me. I don't know if it was because I was alone or what... but just thought it was strange! Anyway. I like the ambiance and the menu, and I'm willing to give it another go, and I'd definitely recommend trying barcino. read more

Brilliant! Amazing food - spot on service. I know this review is a bit dated, however good places need to be recognized. I have no doubt they maintain their quality service and food year round. My better half and i spent New Years in RI and had the good fortune of fining this place! Being we were there off-season - New Years Day we were surprised to see the place packed - all tables were taken, so being faced with a 45 minute wait, we opted for sitting at the counter. That was fun! We got to see them preparing pizza and other dishes - way more fun than sitting at a table - highly recommend. My better half had a fish dish that looked great and was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Loved this place! Highly recommend! read more

I never knew this place existed and now I've been here 4 times in the past 2 months. It is such a cozy spot with the most delicious food and drinks. Since I've ordered almost everything off the menu at this point I'll give you some insight on my favorite dishes. Roasted Heirloom Carrots- 10/10, I don't think I could ever have the right words to describe how delicious this is. I am really not a vegetable lover but would eat this every day if I could. It's a mix of ricotta and pistachios paired with the carrots and it's unreal. THE Potato Chips- 10/10, also would eat this every day if I could, the garlic aioli for dipping is literally addicting. Fig & Prosciutto Pizza- 9/10, my jaw dropped the first time I ate this because I couldn't believe how good it was. This is probably a me problem but sometimes the flavor gets too overpowering but lucky for me I can never order just one thing off the menu so I go to the next food and take a little break. Oven Roasted Chicken Sandwich- 8/10, I wanted to love this more because the taste and flavor was so good but the bread is so large that it feels like it's taking away from it and you question if you're going to choke when swallowing it. Creamy Carbonara Pasta- 10/10, I've never had this pasta dish before but have always wanted to try it and was under the impression that it was going to be the best thing in the world and I was right. read more

I have eaten there three times and the food was good. I think it may be more of a pizza/drinks type thing. I did have short ribs and they were pretty good. read more

Stopped by during restaurant week. The service was some of the best in Newport! The food was delicious too--especially the halibut. Would love to return! read more

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Great ambiance and seems to be a crowd favorite! Recommend making a reservation but my friend and I were able to do walk in and eat/sit at the bar for dinner. Service was good and the pizza is such a large portion that it's fun to share as an app! Recommend for a fun time! read more

Bar 'Cino is where I had dinner while visiting Newport. Inside it has a long bar to sit at or tables of course while offering some outside seating in front too. I was wanting some pizza so I ordered one. Here they only offer Rhode Island grilled pizza which I was unfamiliar with. The one I ordered was a fresh mushroom version ($21) and it arrived less than 5 minutes later. The pizza is thin crust and served in a square with a pair of scissors provided because they don't cut it. The pizza did have a lot of dark mushrooms on top with an oily looking surface. Also these are non cheese pizzas. So I starting using my scissors to cut it in eatable pieces. It was too different tasting for me. I like thin crust but with no cheese and the oily sheen on the crust I only ate about half of it. So I will give the pizza a 2. I believe Bar 'Cino to be a better restaurant than my experience. I would be happy to return to try a pasta dish so I will give a 3 score. Beware if you have never tried a Rhode Island grilled pizza. It isn't for everyone! read more

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Stopped here for my birthday lunch and so happy we did! Saw pictures of their pizza online and knew I had to try. Started with a salad that had cannolini beans and a light citrusy dressing. It was a nice start to a meal. When a place offers homemade chips I always need to try and these were amazing. Lastly we split the margarita pizza and it was so light and crunchy. Wish we got one to go haha. Service was very slow, but since the food was so good I was ok with that. Will definitely go back next time we are in Newport. read more

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extremely delicious and vibey. i like that you can see the chefs cooking if you sit at the bar. i would definitely go back next time i visit RI! read more

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We were walking in Newport looking for dinner. This is the number one place in the city which made picking it easy. It was very busy - we were able to get seats outside after being greeted, and settled in. The menu is very good and the wine selection is just as good. We started with a bottle of Jordan Vineyard's Chardonnay, and ordered their warm olive appetizer. The warm olive appetizer was very nice, with a variety of olives, all of which were tasty. My wife ordered their Cavatelli, while I had their roasted salmon. The food was prepared and presented very nicely, and was quite good. The outside ambiance was sitting at a table with an umbrella and you get to see the people walking by, so you take in the local sights to a great extent. It was very nice outside, so that was fine. Good food, good service, good restaurant. read more

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Our first night out at Bar 'Cino was a memorable one. Service for our eight top by the window was great - excellent recommendations and attentive service. Particularly the served offered great advice on cocktails/beer - the Mel is very good. My sister in law ordered the branzino and she loved it, it looked not to be missed. My cavatelle with chicken was superbly flavored. Everyone loved their dinner. The atmosphere was warm and loud but not too crowded. We will be back :) read more

A MUST GO when in Newport!! After seeing the reviews and multiple TikTok recommendations, I knew I had to book for my birthday dinner. There is nothing better than a restaurant that lives up to its hype. The lively environment and quality service from the beginning told me that this was going to be a great meal. Food, drinks, dessert are all so delicious and very well done. Our favorites were the Rigatoni Bolognese (honestly the best I have ever had), Grilled Pizzas (such a unique menu item), Tiramisu and the Raelyn (Cherry Old Fashioned). Will 100% return when we come back to RI. read more

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Food is amazing hands down best pizza on the island never disappoints everything excellent

Love this hip restaurant off of Washington square. Reservations are 2 weeks in advance, but walk ins accommodated where seating is available. Seating is closely spaced, but manageable. We started off with well made cocktails! I loved my Raelyn, who also happened to be our server! Then, after ordering, the most delicious focaccia is brought to the table!!! Yum. We ordered a margarita type pizza, the veggie grilled sandwich, and baked lumache pasta. Probably, the favorite was the pasta. We weren't really a fan of the pizza as the crust isn't really a crust... it's a piece of flatbread, obviously premade, and a bit heavy. Unfortunately, that same bread is used for the grilled sandwich, which was definitely more bread than filling. We haven't been here for a few years, but the other visits we were wowed by the food. Usually, we had ordered salads and entrees which I remember as delicious. Not sure if the pizza/grilled sandwich base is new, but we definitely would make different choices next time. read more

A good solid place. First time there. Nice low key interior which makes you feel comfortable. My daughter and I reserved counter seats and we were sat promptly on arrival despite how busy it was. I love counter seating as it lets you see all of the food ordered and how the kitchen is operating. Our server was pleasant and explained things well. We ordered cocktails to start. My Manhattan was made well. Bar seems well stocked and they have in-house cocktails but all were a bit too sweet for me. The one my daughter tried was solid. We started with their Caesar salad which was excellent and the sauteed broccolini which was also tasty. I had the pan seared salmon which is started in a pan and finished in the oven. It was served with a nice vegetable medley and sat on a pea puree. The flavor was great but a little more done than the medium rare I asked for. My daughter had a pasta special and she said it was very good. Price was reasonable for what we got. I would definitely give it a try. read more

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We had a wonderful experience. The food was fabulous and the staff attentive and friendly. The roasted leek dish was especially amazing! Executive chef Jesse Hernandez is brilliant!!! Highly recommend. read more

From being accessible for my wheelchair guest to finishing with a bold expresso. A++ We had baked clams, warm olives and salad. read more

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Food,service and ambiance Whenever I'm at rhode island, I always visit this place. Love their mocktail Spicy Pal-no-ma read more

This was so good! We were shopping at the strip of stores and hit a wall- we needed to eat! I opened Yelp and saw good reviews for this place so we asked one of the shop owners if she'd recommend it and she said she absolutely loves this place so we were sold. We got a pizza and 2 grilled sandwiches. This isn't traditional pizza - it's like a thin crust tortilla almost consistency- they somehow pack it with flavor. The grilled sandwiches used the same bread- AMAZING. Super tasty. The server was fantastic- attentive and so fast. We would come back here if we lived in the area. All of us loved it! read more

We came to Bar 'Cino during a bachelorette trip, and while the food and drinks were fantastic, what truly made the night unforgettable was our waitress, Julia. From the moment we sat down, Julia set the tone for the evening--warm, friendly, and so attentive. She immediately picked up on the celebratory vibe and made us feel like VIPs the entire night. She walked us through the menu with genuine excitement, helped us choose the perfect mix of dishes, and had great recommendations. With her guidance, we ordered the rigatoni bolognese, the ricotta gnocchi, the spaghetti with shrimp, and ended on the heavenly pistachio-ricotta layer cake. Every dish was amazing, but Julia's enthusiasm and care made it all taste even better. Drinks were topped off at the right time, special requests were handled effortlessly, and she brought such great energy that the whole table was smiling all evening. It's rare to have service that feels this personal and fun--Julia went above and beyond to make sure our group had the best time possible. We'll definitely be back to Bar 'Cino, and we'll be asking for Julia by name! read more

Overall, it's an awesome spot and the food was delicious. The service was quick and the ambiance was cozy and comforting. We started with the bruschetta and it was delicious but we had only 1 each and wanted at least one more. For main, my fiancée did the special of the day which was ricotta pasta with some red meat and he loved it and I did the lobster risotto. We were very happy. Mine was rich and creamy and his was flavorful. The only reason I'm giving 4/5 is because the portions felt small. I was still a little hungry after our meal and I guess order TWO appetizers if hungry. Otherwise, the price was right and everything else was great! read more

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Outstanding food, outstanding service, nice ambience. The prosciutto, fig, goat cheese bruschetta perfect balance of flavors, the prosciutto, fig, arugula, fontina gorgonzola pizza rich and flavorful. The ricotta gnocchi is delicious, but the whole roasted branzino is out of this world as well as the Limoncello Mascarpone Cake for dessert. Love everything here! read more

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Consistently great food, professional service, and guaranteed ambiance. Bar 'Cino is a cut above other restaurants in Newport for quality and honest pricing of its fare. Signature grilled pizzas, abundant salads complement a menu of interesting, freshly prepared starters. Try the prosciutto and fig pizza. The branzino and ribeye-for-two beat any surf or turf entrees in town. Tiramisu to die for. Well curated wine list features Italian gems like Vermentino (white) and several terrific Nebbiolos (red). Creative cocktails and lively bar scene noon to closing. Best of all it's located on Washington Square, the scenic beating heart of Newport for 300 years. read more

My friend and I ate here during a visit to Newport last year and boy am I still dreaming about their crispy grilled mushroom pizza! IT'S MY FAVORITE PIZZA TO DATE. SO GOOD! It was so crispy and light and the flavors were so delicate and well balanced. The moment I tried it, I regretted not ordering one whole pizza for myself. Writing this makes me so sad I don't live in Newport. Pizza-aside, this seems to be a place where locals love to dine. The service was great as well. I can't wait to be back! read more

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Great service. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Great food. My favorite is the Kale salad. Always fresh and tasty.

I came to Bar' Cino for dinner while i was traveling for my birthday. It was a cute little restaurant with a large bar. It felt super hip but comfortable at the same time. I sat at the bar since i was traveling solo and waited on by multiple friendly bartenders. I ordered their homemade chips to start and honestly I would give anything to have the ranch it came with again. More of that, please. And they give you a lot of it too. It could be $30 and I'd still buy it. I ordered a drink which i absolutely hated , not because it was made poorly but it just was not something I enjoyed. The bartender could tell and asked. I was honest and said i didn't like it and she immediately made me something I enjoyed which i really appreciated. I would have just left it had she not asked since I felt like it was my bad ordering, not her bad bartending. I came in to try their pizza at a recommendation of a friend and it did not disappoint. The pizza is large and while i still don't know why we need to use scissors to use the pizza, it was flavorful, with cheese , meat and greens. The downside is i didn't have a microwave and it was not tasty cold, but that's not really their issue more mine. I loved it here and would highly recommend this place to anyone in town. read more

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Everything was delish and service was great. Cute place would def go again if in Newport

This place was highly recommended to my friends and I and it did not disappoint. We visited on a Thursday night and it was packed, make a reservation ASAP! We sat at the counter/bar area and service was still great. I personally ordered the pizza and it was unlike anything I'd ever had, I would 10/10 recommend. The prosciutto bruschetta was to die for, these cheese, the bread, the fig - what an incredible medley of flavors! Check this place out, you won't be disappointed. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Newport! The chicken Milanese comes with a delicious arugula salad. The chicken is crispy with an amazing tangy lemon sauce. I've tried several grilled pizzas there but the Margherita and Mushroom is my favorite, both have great flavor. They give you scissors to cut the pizzas with. The bolognese is always a good go to for pasta. I also have put in to-go orders where the food is not the best when cold and their plastic silver ware is very flimsy. I would highly suggest to eat in when trying Barcino. For the amount you pay especially for take out, I would also suggest better silverware. Not the biggest make or break but I work locally and had a hard time cutting into my food with the take out silverware given and had no other options. Overall the food is always consistent and amazing. The restaurant itself is very small and parking is difficult however this is the case everywhere in downtown Newport. It is always busy there so be sure to go early to put your name in. Sometimes the staff seems to get overwhelmed with how busy it can get but they always have great service. read more

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It was our 2nd time at Bar 'Cino. The bread with olive oil was excellent. I ordered the baked lumache which had pulled chicken and a parmesan cheese sauce. It was absolutely delicious and tasted like mac and cheese. The service was excellent as well. Will definitely be back read more

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Had the kindest servers and hosts. And the food was excellent. Can't wait to go back, was exactly what I was looking for

Food was great, good wine list. (Although the margarita pizza is entirely underwhelming.) However, the workers behind the bar were outrageously unprofessional. Went out for my boyfriend's birthday dinner, it is his favorite restaurant and I had never been. I was expecting so much more from what I thought was a nice place. The workers spent my entire meal aggressively staring at me from behind the bar. Every single time I looked up they were making eye contact with me. It got to the point where they were clearly talking about me to each other, even pointing, then staring again. Complimentary or not, that was beyond rude and upsetting. They completely ruined my evening. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Do better! read more

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Our new favorite in Newport! Friendly vibe. Kale Caesar is amazing, margarita pizza with spicy sausage, and chicken cutlets with a side of bolognese sauce! Great spot, tough to get a seat, but plan! Terrific fresh ingredients! read more

Very cool experience overall! The hostess was great and set the tone for a fantastic dining experience. We chose to sit at the counter because, why not? Got to watch the chefs run the kitchen and cook our meals. You can tell a lot when you're up close. Cary was our server and she was delightful. We ordered the grilled endive (very interesting with pickled radish, barely blanched asparagus, the grilled endive), the braised beef short rib and branzino. We ordered it all gluten and dairy free and everything was double checked to make sure there wasn't any cross-contamination. They knew their stuff because I originally ordered the rigatoni bolognese senza formaggio but they informed us that the sauce has cream in it so I switched to the short rib. The branzino was covered in a chopped olive salsa and cooked very well with a crispy skin and tender meat. The arugula salad came with shaved Grano Padano on it so I couldn't try it but I know my husband enjoyed it. The colors of his dish were perfection. As was my braised beef. The marsala had such a profound flavor. I had it over roasted potatoes instead of mashed potato (bc they put cream in the mashed) and it was heavenly. The potatoes remind me of Greek lemon potatoes (without the lemon flavor), cooked evenly all the way through so no part was crispy or mushy. Perfect. The vibe is high energy, loud and fun. The restaurant is small so it feels intimate even though it's boisterous. My only one star feedback was the bathroom. I won't describe it here but I had to clean the bottoms of my shoes when we left. Five stars for everything else! Definitely recommend you dine here - it may have even been our favorite meal in Newport! read more

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Best experience ever!! We came labor day weekend and it was slammed. Cassandra was very helpful and was able to accommodate our party of 5. We came with no reservation and she went above and beyond for us. Great food and espresso martinis. Definitely will be returning! read more

Yummy food! Pizza is delicious, pasta was yummy and the salad was delicious. Wish the bread was warm though ! read more

Had a lovely dinner here on a frigid December night with fresh food, lovely ambiance - just wish the menu was slightly larger. We tried something different with the poached tuna appetizer, and it was awesome! My pasta dishes was simple, tasty, and well done. Service was fine, especially for a small, busy place! Would recommend to a friend! read more

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From the wait staff, to food, to the cozy vibe... this place has our heart! We came to Newport for a romantic two night and came to BAR'CINO for our first night. We already want to come back! Or maybe try their sister restaurant next door. We shared the roasted clams to start. Mmmm dipping toasted bread into that savory red sauce after a cold winter walk was sublime! My fiancé had the braised beef short rib rigatoni! Wow! That was delicious and I chose the prosciutto, fig, blue cheese pizza! How they got their crust so crepe thin, I will never know! So tasty! It is served with some cutting shears so you can take the amount you wish each time. We will be back! read more

Wow, this place is a winner. Delicious food, well-trained staff, and a cute room, all in a walkable location. It's even reasonably priced for Newport. We loved the farro salad with crisp, plump shrimp. It was perfectly dressed: just enough. The grilled pizza with prosciutto and fig was amazing. The thin crust combines crisp and chewy perfectly. We were concerned that the Gorgonzola would overpower the other flavors, but the cheese blend was ideal. The table next to us had a lot of questions (like about "chicories" on the menu) and the waitress knew all the ingredients in every dish, the amount of garlic in the pesto, etc. and even brought out a patient chef to talk to them. This ought to be the case at every restaurant, but of course it isn't, so credit to the high quality service here. read more

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5 stars for: + Olive oil: Each table had a tin of olive oil and it was truly delicious! Definitely don't forget to try it out with the complimentary focaccia. + Baked Clams Pomodoro ($15): Great flavor (slight heat) and plump clams but sad to see only 6 clams in our dish. + Service was friendly and attentive. 4 stars for: - Cacio e Pepe Spaghetti ($21): This literally tasted like buttered pasta with fancy parmesan and was admittedly oddly addicting... but it was pretty one note after a few more bites. The clams in it were excellent. - Special of the day Cavatelli ($28): Cooked with shredded chicken marsala and mushrooms, this was just fine but I wouldn't reorder. - Tiramisu ($10): Moist but a little bland. read more

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