Hooooooly Cow! ( and Turkey!!! ) We've just been blown away by Becky's!…read more Let's back up a bit... Truth be told, we were not big fans of Becky's before the new owners took over. We'd tried it a few times & were disappointed. Having lived in the south for more than a decade we'd hoped that this place would be the taste of the south we missed. It wasn't. This January, we were drawn back to try it under the new management for the RI Food Fights Lord of the Wings. The place looked great & the super nice woman at the counter suggested we try the Old Bay Wings. She was right - they were fabulous! Lightly smoked, crispy, not flabby or rubbery as smoked wings can sometimes be, and the Bay seasoning gave them a perfect salty spiced crust. Maybe it was time to try this place again. We've returned for take-out several times since. They do have a cute, small dining area, but just ten minutes from home, take-out is perfect. Each time I've come we've tried different items and have never been disappointed again. The half chicken & pulled pork were delicious and the sides always fabulous. Plus - every visit now had to include those Old Bay wings! Along the way, we discovered they sometimes have collard greens, made the right way -cooked long and slow with smoked turkey. We fell in love! So, the other day, while I was couch-camping recovering from surgery, I saw a couple of posts on their social media. Not only had they made a big mess of those wonderful collards, but they were smoking turkeys & serving them this week! I HAD to have that! I wasn't wrong. My partner picked up the order & had peeked in the bag before return home. He knew I was going to be a happy camper. His eyes lit up like he was giving me a Christmas present when he presented the bag. For the next hour, we moaned in joy as we devoured the deliciousness! The turkey was as fabulous as I had hoped! Lightly smoked, dripping in a savory gravy. The accompanying collards, corn bread & mac & cheese were perfect. My partner had gone with the brisket. His, too, was perfect. It was a huge slab with a savory spiced crust, a juicy layer of fat that melted in your mouth and tender meat. Now a plea to the owners.... please, please make this turkey more often!!! If not all year, at least for the cold winter months. This was the absolutely perfect comfort food menu that I needed. Can't wait for more! And, of course, a side of those Old Bay wings - always.

Stopped in to grab some takeout on our way to a brewery in Bristol. If I was rating Becky's purely…read moreon the food I'd probably give it 4 stars but having only 1/2 the menu available on a Saturday was a bit disappointing and worthy of a slight deduction. The building is fairly small but there is some indoor seating available. The ambiance isn't much to look at but it seemed clean and was all that we needed since it was to-go. They have some plasticware and to-go containers for sauces which was helpful, but you'll need your own plates. Smoked flavors were spot on and the sauces were tasty. The prices were on par with most BBQ joints (brisket isn't cheap) but I got a pretty large chunk of inedible bark included. The ribs were good and the membrane was removed but slightly less meaty than others I've had. The kielbasa had great flavor and paired perfectly with the Carolina gold sauce. I would probably go back just for that! The only sides that were available were cornbread and beans. The cornbread was cake-like and moist. We didn't try the beans. Service was a normal Gen Z interaction IYKWIM. Overall, the food was pretty good and I wouldn't hesitate to get it again if in the area. Just wish they had the full menu available.

Opening weekend! Nachos were AMAZING! Most friendly service, too. This is also a must stop when I'm…read morein town!

Party of 12 had a great dining experience for lunch in Newport, RI. It turned out to be an…read moreexcellent choice after consulting reviews and menus. Newport, a popular resort town, has many restaurants. Food and service were five stars plus. Well trained servers were attentive and helpful from start to finish. Ambiance was 5 stars. The restaurant was located on a wharf by the water. Even though the menu is well organized and descriptive, it was hard to make a decision. So many good choices. Order included: 2 All American Burgers 2 Smoke Stack Chopped Salad Beef Brisket Pulled Pork Barbecue Glazed Salmon with Pineapple and bacon -- My daughter raved about it. Everyone was pleased with their lunch. Wish I could have joined them. Another time. The Blueberry Lemonade with muddled fresh berries was a hit. So refreshing and flavorful, they want to make it at home.

As I was looking for a place to have a nice dinner with a few coworkers, Wharf Southern Kitchen and…read moreWhiskey Bar ABSOLUTELY caught my eye. First of all, let's talk about the space. Nestled in the Wharf, it was a cute little place with both an up and downstairs. We reserved a spot for around 5:30 (in April) and it was pretty open. There weren't too customers yet, and it was nice and quiet. If you're looking for a ton of space for the seating area, I will say that there isn't too much room/it's pretty nice and cozy! At Wharf Southern Kitchen and Whiskey Bar, they've got a line of booths along the wall, a bar area right in the center and at the actual bar, a high top, another bar at one of the entrances, and a table that seats six. Now let's chat about the service. Our waitress was wonderful, patient, and was extremely helpful when asked questions and also gave SUCH wonderful suggestions. There were MANY fantastic choices on their menu and I was having a pretty difficult time narrowing down which one I really wanted, but with our waitress's help, I was able to choose pretty quickly (and they were AMAZING choices!) Now the food! The wait for the food honestly wasn't that long, and when we got it, we ABSOLUTELY CHOWED... -The Crispy Chicken Bites were AMAZING! I ended up upgrading to the Buffalo Style, and it DID NOT disappoint at all! The Bleu Cheese crumbles were just the perfect amount, and the Buffalo sauce was JUST enough to still enjoy the crispiness of the chicken. I DID ask for ranch on the side, and that just was *chef's kiss*! -I've never had fried pickles before, but I certainly have never seen a restaurant do it with whole pickles. Though it was my first time trying fried pickles, it tasted great! I wouldn't say it's anything special, but it's a great, and lighter on the fried side, appetizer! -I was having a hard time choosing what entree to enjoy, but I'M SOOOO glad that I went with the Smoked Brisket Chopped Cheese! I'm not a big brisket girl, but I will say that this was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! At first when it came out on the bun, I was a little skeptical of how it would taste, but it definitely didn't disappoint! The brisket was cooked SO well with the perfect amount of seasoning, and it all just melted so perfectly together as I was eating it. And the tater tots were SO AMAZING (though on the saltier side) and SO perfectly crispy. I've only got great things to say about Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar & I WILL be back here/will suggest it to my friends visiting Newport one day!

Ambiance: Outdoor seating and an upstairs indoor area, but the service really drags down the…read moreexperience. No one at the hostess stand, slow to take orders, and over 30 minutes for food even with very few customers. Food: The burger came on a slightly sweet bun with a house mac sauce. The fries were crisp but on the smaller portion. Unfortunately, the quality of the burger meat was questionable. Chowder tots wasn't great. I would not recommend.

Had an hour lunch and decided to try this place. Walked in and decided on the mix plate and one…read morechicken wing to try. Food came out in about 10min or so. Mix rice if lamb and chicken. Dish came with salad and sauce. Half way through my food I remembered I had a chicken wing. I went to the counter and asked for my wing. Owner gave me an extra one. Wing was seasoned well but it was a bit dry. My rice plate had way too much oil, not sure if that's normal. The amount of food you get is a good deal but the rice plate was lacking some flavor.

Crown is like a upscale kfc. Better service and easy better service. The fried chicken is very very…read moregood. Crispy flakey batter while the chicken is moist. The show stopped is their gyro. Holly cow was it good. The meet alone was incredible. The lettuce and tomato were very fresh. I loved it!

Popped in to get some good ol brisket in the form of RI Food Fights sandwich! As usual the service…read morewas spot on and quick. The vibe is relaxing and casual with some sweet tunes in the background. Love their slaw great combo of the fresh veggies in the mix. The sauce is good and they definitely pile on the brisket within the sandwich. Overly moist and delicious, but did have a few drier pieces in there which the sauce took care of beautifully! Washed it down with a local root beer and will be sure to be in for more!!

Stopped by The Food Shack and had an overall decent experience. The entrance way is a little tight,…read morebut once you get inside there's actually a good amount of covered outdoor seating, which was nice. They also offer free water, and there's a one-stall bathroom in the back, which was convenient. We ordered bowls for all three meals and overall the food was pretty good. I personally liked the pork and chicken bowls the best -- both had good flavor and were enjoyable. The steak, however, wasn't my favorite. It was pretty tough and seemed overcooked. On the bright side, the plantains were cooked perfectly and had an excellent flavor. Service was fast, which we appreciated, and they had a solid drink selection. We tried the local sweet tea, which was a nice touch. While this visit was a bit hit or miss food-wise, there's enough potential that we'd probably come back and try the burritos or tacos next time.

Came in for an early Christmas meal with some of my elderly family and my sisters young children…read more The staff was amazing dealing with the varying needs of the 10 of us! The food was tasty and quite reasonably priced considering how big the serving sizes were!

Coddington Brewery is an average restaurant…read more The staff is thoughtful and motivated. The decor is corporate, like a Chili's or TGI Fridays. The food is average. Not bad, mind you. But average. The burger is about what you'd expect. My wife's salad looked fine. The restaurant is very wheelchair friendly, and did I mention the hospitable staff? If I lived within walking distance of Coddington Brewery, I wouldn't hesitate to go there on a weekly basis - because good enough is good enough. Coddington Brewery doesn't knock my socks off, but I don't push back when a friend suggests meeting there for lunch.

We wanted to grab something for breakfast for the long drive home and chose this spot. It was too…read morepacked to sit down so we placed a to go order...the menu options were all amazing. I had a hard time deciding but we both got the pastrami egg sandwich with hollandaise...holy moly was it spectacular! Service was fast and friendly. Look cute inside too.

Food was very good and seemed super fresh, I got the sup shorty and loved the short ribs. Service…read morewas very friendly and conversational. Would definitely recommend for a tasty and affordable lunch!

Exceptional Service - Newport Sandwich Company…read more I cannot say enough great things about Newport Sandwich Company and the owner, Kevin Sullivan. I was out of state and wanted to surprise my daughter with a grinder platter, and Kevin truly went above and beyond to make it happen. It was a last-minute request, and Kevin still took the time to put everything together and personally deliver it. To make things even more impressive, there was a huge parade happening in town, which could have easily made delivery impossible. Instead, Kevin planned ahead and brought it earlier so he could get through the crowds and make sure my daughter still received the surprise. My daughter was so ecstatic and happy when she got it. Moments like that mean so much, especially when you're far away and trying to do something special for your child. The food was amazing, but what stood out even more was the kindness, dedication, and customer service Kevin showed. Businesses like this are what make a community special. If you're in the area, I highly recommend Newport Sandwich Company. Thank you, Kevin, for going the extra mile and making my daughter's day so special!

The food tasted good. I believe the portions sizes were large and prices were fair…read more Went with a group of friends, unfortunately, one of my friend's waited over 20 minutes for her sandwich. I asked for my sauces on the side and needed to go back in to request it. Limited seating. Picnic benches are outside.

Had to change up my taco Tuesday routine so went vegan today with a place I have heard a lot of…read moregreat things about with Sprout and Lentil! Dine in and take out options available here. Smaller shared parking lot to be mindful of here. Very welcoming staff that provided a great overview of the menu, drinks, made to take items and weekly specials. Casual relaxed atmosphere here with some music jamming in the background. Window bar seating if you are on your own or tables for four if meeting for a quick lunch bite. Started with a small chili which was fresh and full of flavor. For the main went with the Tuesday special with the recommended fish tacos (hearts of palm layered with nori flakes, crisp grated carrot, and shredded purple cabbage and a sliced jalapeño. Crispy tortilla with side of beans and rice). You can add a fresh pico and guac for additional prices, had both and were delicious! Assortment of drinks in the fridge along with some premade items (staff said it is rotational items and prepped earlier in the week if you want to max your options). After eating here can see what all the buzz was for a standout vegan option on island. A group came in after me and ordered a pizza that looked awesome as well. Will be back to try more of the menu when able!!

Excellent tofu scramble. Quick service. Clean restaurant. Pleasant lady takes your order. Very…read morenice experience all around.

We stopped in here to grab dinner and were pleasantly surprised at how awesome the place was!…read moreThey have lots of vegetarian options and our server was really great about asking questions if certain things were ok with the dishes we ordered. It was also cool that this was in an old historic house and the decor was really cool too. There's soft music playing in the background and it's easy to hear and talk while you're dining. And the food was out of this world! Especially the carrots verde appetizer! If I lived in Newport I'd be here all the time!

Decided to make last minute reservations for Monday night nachos with our adult kids and one grand…read more Happy we did! The nachos (one order of the pork and one of the chicken) were both so delicious! Plentiful ingredients! Lots of flavor!