My party of 4 went here on a whim after leaving the spa on the same street…read more I looked over, saw the sign and thought the food would be good and man was I right! We walked over and noticed two people waiting out front. Figured this may be hard to get into but we'd ask anyway. We were met with the cutest Italian man who was frantically running around. He told us he was pretty booked but wanted to keep us there so he figured something out. He was able to squeeze us in between reservations. Meanwhile the two people waiting outside turned into a HUGE LINE. It was apparent that this place is a big deal and we were lucky to have gotten a table. The food was amazing! The wine was amazing! The waitress told us all about the history behind the place and the recipes. If you want authentic Bolognese this is the place. I will absolutely be back. This time with a reservation so I don't give that poor man a heart attack.

Romantic and wonderful. The food is fantastic and the service is also excellent. Best Italian food…read morein Newport!

Great spot to go to in Newport, RI! Came here two years ago and just recently had it again this…read moreMay. The food is so good here! Very fresh and honestly, very affordable for the aesthetic, quality, and taste. Plus the service is great. I've had their pastas, entrees, apps, pizza, and drinks and there is nothing you can go wrong with. My personal favorites is their kale salad, chianti marsala braised beef and mushroom tagliatelle. Again, the quality is great and everything is seasoned/ flavored well. Plus their pastas are homemade! They also give free bread, who doesn't love that? I cannot recommend this place enough. Perfect for a date night or night out with friends.

Ordered: Bright Side Mocktail (~$7): orange shrub, lime,…read morecranberry, ginger Romaine & Kale Caesar Salad (~$14) with Chicken Milanese (+$11): parmesan, lemon, crushed croutons Oven Roasted Chicken Grilled Pizza (~$21): arugula, pesto, chicories, parmesan Tagliatelle (~$24): roasted Rhode Island mushrooms, asparagus, basil pesto, parmesan Limoncello Mascarpone Cake (complimentary) Aya's take: Bar'Cino is such a cute restaurant on Newport and I'm so glad we were able to snag a same day reservation on a Sunday evening. Every table and bar seat was packed so I highly recommend having a reservation or be prepared to wait a bit. The Romaine & Kale Caesar Salad with Chicken Milanese was genuinely tremendous. Such an elite combination from the freshness & creaminess of the salad to the crispiness and saltiness of the Chicken Milanese. Since we were sharing, they pre-split the portion for us which was a nice hassle-free experience. I could've honestly ended the meal here and been super content. I rarely see oven roasted pizza on the menu so we decided to try the Oven Roasted Chicken Grilled Pizza. The best part was actually the dough; it's thin enough where the roasted/grilled flavor comes through. The pesto and arugula were both good and paired well with the grilled chicken. The Tagliatelle was savory, earthy, and not overly creamy. The pasta itself was cooked just right. Since we were celebrating a birthday, I was so grateful that they offered us a complimentary slice of Limoncello Mascarpone Cake. It was so good! Moist, creamy, and not too sweet or citrusy. It was a pleasant bite to end the meal on. Great spot!

This fancy restaurants served some delicious food! They have indoor and patio seating- very…read moreaesthetic and cute. Went here for dinner and I got some Oysters, Scotch Meatballs, Mother Sourdough Crostini, and the Garganelli. Everything was amazing! For dessert I got the Olive Oil Cake- this was the show stopper! I loveddd this cake and I highly recommend it! Service throughout the whole time was good- helpful staff and server.

Came here for an impromptu dinner with coworkers since we were staying across the street at…read moreHammetts Hotel, which unfortunately didn't have a restaurant on-site. The restaurant was packed, and since we didn't have a reservation, we ended up sitting in the bar area. Honestly, that wasn't a bad thing--the views of the sunset and the wharf were beautiful. The drinks came out quickly, although my cocktail had way too much citrus. The oysters arrived next, and they were fresh and delicious, so we were all feeling pretty good about the meal and looking forward to our entrées. Unfortunately, that's where things went downhill. We waited an entire hour for our entrées to arrive, and the waitstaff wasn't very forthcoming with updates. We had to track someone down anytime we had a question or needed something, which became very frustrating. Once the food finally arrived, it was disappointing. Several of the dishes were extremely salty. I ordered the swordfish, which was slightly overcooked, and the vegetables were overwhelmingly acidic, as if an entire bottle of vinegar had been poured over them. They were also topped with a generous amount of capers, making the dish even saltier. Overall, it just wasn't enjoyable. I mentioned my concerns to our waitress, but unfortunately, she didn't seem particularly concerned. Hopefully, she passed the feedback along to the chef so some adjustments can be made. The beautiful waterfront setting and fresh oysters were definitely highlights which gained a star here but unfortunately, the long wait, lack of communication, and disappointing entrées overshadowed the experience.

Another great dinner at Sardellas! Service was fast and attentive!…read more It's a great spot out of the hustle and bustle of town and it's a perfect spot for large groups!

A few of us ordered variations of the rigatoni with vodka sauce. The sauce was only placed on the…read morebreaded chicken we added on and the pasta was served below it completely dry. As a result, there was not enough sauce so the dish was somewhat dry and flavorless. Wasn't an awful experience and I'd imagine they could easily fix this. However, the restaurant wasn't remarkably strong in any other aspect during my visit so I probably won't be back.

This little gem is about as real as it gets for authentic Italian cuisine. The service and ambiance…read moreare impeccable and the food is amazing. I couldn't recommend it more.

Reservation for 6 on a Tuesday nite. Kind of gaudy atmosphere with all kinds of chandeliers…read more Waiters were responsive. A herb bread was super fresh. Not sure why a lot of places don't offer butter . Apps were a huge meatball that can feed a min of 4 people that was tasty. Eggplant Rollatini app seemed like it was prepackaged or a tad old. Crabcakes I'm told we're good . Entrees were a few chicken Parm was plentiful over spaghetti in a what tasted like a thick jarred sauce. Not a fan at all. Chicken piccata was ok. Overall the experience was flat. We have yet to find a good Italian place here in Newport and we have been visiting twice a year. Next stop Bar-Cino.

In a town known for seafood, this little Italian bistro stands out…read more They offer both gluten free and vegan options. The food is excellent and the staff is attentive. Nice wine list as well.

We had a lovely experience. Bread and butter to start and various pasta dishes. I had the manicotti…read morewith bolognese sauce. Other diners seemed to really enjoy the carbonara, chicken, and the ravioli. They were a bit bummed about the sharing fees and the sweetness level of the berry tart for dessert (I was okay with it being a bit tart though). I remember coming here on trips during my childhood, and I'm not sure if it's the nostalgia, but I just remember it being even more delicious before. Oh well, still a solid dining experience, where the waitstaff was attentive.

Amazing food and service! Vodka Pasta and Margarita pizza are my favorites! I always come here when…read moreI'm in the area!

Overall the expierence was relaxing. The atmosphere was calm for a nice lunch after the beach when…read moreyou are not looking for seafood. It was not very busy around 2pm, however I felt like there was a lack of team work from the staff. Vanessa our waitress was kind and hardworking, however, I noticed she was making all her drinks at the bar and had to bus all her own tables taking away from her table service. Various staff members and managers walked pass unbussed tables and did not offer to assist her or step in to make drinks or expo which I found kind of odd.

I got the rigatoni verde($28) , sourdough bread($6) and espresso martini ($16). The bread was very…read moregood and fresh! Paired excelled with the dips and olive oil. The espresso martini was by far one of the best ones I've had easily, a top 3! The food came out in about 25 minutes and the rigatoni verde was absolutely delicious! Al dente pasta with a really good sauce! This was a very delicious meal, easily a top 3 Italian restaurant experience I've had! Staff were friendly! Overall this was probably my favorite restaurant within the Mystic area! Definitely recommended!! Food(50%): 9.4 Staff/service(25%): 8.5 Value(25%): 8.0 Overall: 8.8/10

Beautiful restaurant inside and out and fantastic service. I hit up happy hour and these are my…read morethoughts. Bruschetta- not bad nice spin on a traditional dish but definitely not bruschetta. Rhode Island Calamari- very different from any calamari I've ever had. The calamari was cooked perfectly very tender and it wasn't chewy at all just not my cup of tea. Mozzarella Di Bufala- Definitely the most disappointing dish of all. 13 dollars for 4 small bites??? Absolutely not worth it. Now they claim the espresso martini is the best in Mystic.?? Not sure how many bars are in Mystic but if you're claiming you have the best espresso martini it should be amazing and it just wasn't. I've had hundreds of espresso martinis in my life and this one was just average. Sorry but completely overhyped.

Ken our bartender was awesome! He gave us an entertaining translation of the menu! Great cocktails…read more The handmade pasta was delicious. Glad I tried this restaurant and didn't go by past reviews. A must try! Sit at the bar!

The food was tasty and the service was lovely. But, it was SO loud in there, I felt like I was at a…read moreconcert. I had to yell back and forth to my husband for him to hear me and the poor wait staff. We went on a Wednesday and both the inside and covered patio were packed. I would definitely try to book the covered patio next time. The panzanella salad was tasty and we enjoyed the veal milanese. Nice wine selection!

Just had a wonderful lunch here with my family. We kicked off with some tasty drinks and bread, I…read moredefinitely recommend the lemon meringue martini, it tastes just like liquid pie. I wasn't really wanting any pasta, so I had a chicken Caesar salad and I loved how they almost filleted the chicken. The croutons were fantastic on top, I think it's their house bread. Will definitely have to come back for dessert!

24 Aug 2026 - Party of two…read more I ordered the Pan Roasted Stonington Scallops for $37.95. FOUR sea scallops and they were so chewy I couldn't even chew them up. SO disappointed! I was really looking forward to some delicious, juicy sea scallops. My friend ordered the Veal Parmesan for $34.95. It wasn't TOTALLY burnt to a crisp, but almost. The service was extremely slow. It was almost 45 minutes between ordering and receiving our food. It was one of the worst meal experiences we've ever had anywhere. However, the waiter was attentive and friendly. The ambiance was very nice. There is indoor and outdoor patio seating. It was our first time to try Buon Appetito Ristorante & Pizzeria in North Stonington. We would mostly likely not go back.