Beautiful atmosphere, love the historical building and old world vibe, great swordfish and oysters!! Will be back!

Excellent food and, almost always, excellent service. The sushi is some of the best I've ever had. On one recent visit our server seemed new and a bit overwhelmed, but everyone else has always been wonderful. My biggest disappointment, however, has been the oysters. They consistently arrive with little to no oyster liquor--the natural briny liquid inside the shell that is an essential part of the experience. Whether it's being lost during shucking or spilled before they reach the table, it's a noticeable issue. At a restaurant charging premium prices for fresh oysters, I would expect more attention to this detail. The oyster liquor contributes significantly to the flavor and freshness, and its absence really takes away from an otherwise excellent dining experience. I hope the restaurant addresses this, because they have the potential to be truly exceptional. read more

I had the pleasure of dinning there this past week. We were graciously met by the hostess' who helped accommodate our sleeping child/stroller. Throughout the whole meal the waitress and the staff were attentive. I ordered the steak frites medium. The steak came out a perfect well-done. It was tough and way over done. I truly tried to eat about a little less than third of the steak for the sake of trying to see if there was a spot with a better temperature. The waitress didn't ask how the food was, and at the end of the meal when I was paying the bill I had told her about the steak and how I was disappointed, with clearly most of the steak on the plate. She said "okay". I was/am not looking for money back but more of a acknowledgement considering the it's a $40-50 meal. Beyond that the waitress was talking with the staff at the sushi bar as I was waiting for the check (prior to my complaint) for about 14 minutes. It was timed because my toddler was getting fidgety. It started out great and ended poorly. I would not recommend to a friend. There are better options for the service and what you pay. read more

Food: quality ingredients, great oysters , generous portions, the Snowball from Hell is super rich. Definitely good to share with someone! Service: friendly professional staff Ambiance: quintessential seaside dining. Casual yet upscale. Gives Meredith Blake sunny vibes. Restrooms could you an update. read more

The Clarke Cooke House - Ambience - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Expensive, but a beautiful view over the harbor. I got a glass of wine and six oysters for 42 with tip. Overall a unique experience and would stop in again if the wait isn't long! read more

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We made reservations at the porch to celebrate two birthdays at the end of August... lobster and steak were both overcooked, service was not great, our waiter gave us little direction... reached out to the restaurant about our poor experience, but never heard back. Cocktails and setting were beautiful, but absolutely did not live up to it's reputation for fine dining. We were really disappointed because we had really looked forward to this meal. Would not return, there are plenty of other beautiful spots to eat in town read more

To start - I went to the hostess stand and asked for a table for 3. The lady told me there were no seats available and I can sit at the (tight packed) bar. We were there to celebrate a birthday and wanted a regular table. She kind of scoffed, so we walked away. Seeing it was getting late and there weren't that many options open, my husband went back to see if we could still get in, even if it was the bar seats. The gentleman who was at the hostess stand was very welcoming and walked us to a beautiful table in the upper part of the restaurant. What was the issue before? I felt like the lady didn't want to seat us so she could go home early? We were sat no problem by the kind gentleman and treated so well. (I didn't get the lady's name, but she needs to be retrained). I can not remember our server's name (I think it was Dwight? started with a D). He was fantastic! He was so friendly and had great energy. It totally made up for the lady from the hostess stand. The food was good and the ambiance & decor are great. I'm glad my husband went back and spoke with the gentleman, otherwise I would give this place 0 stars based on the hostess' that first turned us away attitude. read more

Food was less than subpar and a mediocre home chef could execute this menu better with frozen food. Genuinely question the taste of anyone that recommends this place. read more

WHAT an experience! The ambiance and atmosphere were everything. Service was great and our waiter (who was training) was super personable and knowledgeable. The food was great, but be ready to spend! Would definitely return next time I'm in Newport! read more

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Whats going on with the food here?? Burger was not edible , it was so dry I nearly choked. I asked for ketchup and mayo. I was provided small portion of each, about .5 inch of each in a small container enough to dip 4 fries and cover 1/8th of my burger. i told the waited how bad the burger was, he chuckled and said I know they are awful, proceeded tell me drinks are good, food is bad. won't be going back read more

Clarke Cooke House is in such a great spot right on the wharf. We walked in and were told to grab a seat at any of the bars, which made it feel super easy and chill. We originally stopped in for oysters and a drink, but ended up staying longer and tried the mussels instead. They had a happy hour with some great summer sushi options, and everything we tried was fresh and really tasty. The mussels in a wonderful broth hit the spot. More garlic broth would have been divine. Service was great and the bartender was really friendly and helpful. Just a fun, laid-back place to relax by the water. Definitely coming back next time we're in Newport read more

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Clarke Cooke (SkyBar/Porch) was at the top of every recommendation TikTok that my friend and I saw, so we decided to check it out! The location is stunning and the porch was so beautifully decorated -- we had amazing summer weather and it was right at sunset! The service was very prompt. Our waiter checked in on us often, gave us great recommendations and made us laugh. Really a great experience! The food was pretty solid as well. We had the cauliflower (which is $18 for one piece of cauliflower...?) and the heirloom tomato salad to start. The tomato salad was really yummy and a fantastic portion size, but in retrospect we probably would've skipped the extremely overpriced cauliflower (I'd say dish but again, it was one piece of cauliflower?). For our mains we had the halibut which was pretty yummy and reasonably priced, and then my friend had two apps (she is vegetarian and the menu is limited in that aspect) of the fig salad and the truffle pasta. She really loved the tagliatelle but it was only about 3-4 bites of pasta. She'd pay more to have a bigger portion was our conclusion on her end. We ended it with the snowball from hell which was delicious and a great size for two people! Overall, we knew we were going more for vibes but were pleased with the food we got to enjoy! read more

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Very impressed by the cooking here!!! Had low expectations it being an iconic spot in a touristy area but they went above and beyond. Amazing oysters, delicious rhode island style clam chowder, and an excellent scallop special for christmas. Scallops were finished with a yuzu brown butter sauce which felt unexpected and quite modern relative to the history of this restaurant. Love to see it constantly innovate and improve. read more

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INCREDIBLY RUDE STAFF AND MANAGEMENT!!! Sat down in the restaurant practically on top of people. Restaurant was around 60% busy had open tables. Staff was immediately rude to my relatively young group of 4 people off the bat. After sitting down and attending to order a sushi roll for one of my friends who was hungry and the rest weren't the waitress immediately was pushy about ordering more then snatched the menus out of our hands. She then proceeds to go talk to every single worker about our table and come back 5 minutes later to say that tables of 4 are reserved for groups who are all going to order dinners. If the restaurant was busy I would 100% understand, and if the staff was way nicer I also would've understood. I would never visit this restaurant and encourage others not to. Again, if the restaurant was busy I 100% understand, but there were numerous empty big tables. read more

A must-visit in Newport. The Clarke Cooke House absolutely delivers. The oysters were pristine and briny, served ice-cold with great accompaniments. The crab cake was perfection--crispy outside, packed with crab, zero filler. The pasta was rich, silky, and deeply comforting without being heavy. The burrata was a standout: ultra-creamy and nestled in a warm, savory broth that made every bite feel intentional. Even the herb soup was flawless--simple, cozy, and full of flavor. Add in polished service and a classic, lively atmosphere, and this place reminds you why it's such a Newport staple. Everything we ordered was excellent. Would happily come back and order it all again. read more

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Just had 99% of a great dinner that was all but ruined in the last couple minutes. We came here last year for our anniversary and were very excited to come back this year. We had appetizers, mains, and a dessert, we ordered cocktails with apps and split a bottle of wine with dinner, nothing out of the ordinary. Maybe we should have been alerted by the fact that it felt like they were constantly trying to clear our dishes while we were still working, but most of the meal went very smoothly. We requested the check but asked to keep working on our dessert until we left. While we are literally waiting for our check, we are approached by the gentleman who claimed to be a sommelier earlier in the night who asked us if we could hurry things along as the next party is waiting. We were then presented two checks and told "two hours is a long time for a party of two." First of all we cannot control the speed of your service, second of all we had already requested the check, but third and most of all we are paying customers and don't deserve to feel like we are being thrown out for enjoying the food and drinks we paid for. I'm very torn as we had a very positive experience last time we were here but there are plenty of places to get better seafood in Newport without the disrespect. read more

I hate leaving any kind of negative review! But for this place I will. I was really excited about dining here. We saved it for our last meal before leaving. First, we were one of the first patrons when they opened up. Server could not explain the oysters other than other customers liked them. Water was only filled once. Our food took forever to come out. Like I said we were one of the first in. Coke was flat and never refilled much like our water. then there was this lady who worked there with abnormally, large black rimmed glasses clearly a manager of some sort, who also could not refill water. She literally stared at us the entire time we ate. Made us feel very uncomfortable. Like honestly, stood up on her stair perch with her hand on her hip and stared down at us from behind her abnormally, large black rimmed glasses. The lobster roll was quite good! Although for $36 it was on the small side. I feel like there were much better options in Newport. We tried probably 10 while we were here. The oysters were fantastic! And the burger was very good as well. I just feel like this restaurant was very overhyped for what you got. Probably would've had a way better experience. Had we not been dying of thirst, stared at, and had a better experience with menu knowledge. Also, we were clearly two different parties and they were unable to split our bill into what we ordered even though we told them at the beginning, we were two different parties. Watched very carefully how other tables were being treated and they were clearly having a better experience than we were. Not a good look when other Tables come in Way after you do and they are done with their meal before you even get your food . We were warned to eat local and not go to someplace down there. Next time, we'll listen. read more

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We've been to Clarke Cooke House about a dozen or so times over the last few years. This is the absolute best restaurant in Newport, Rhode Island. The best. Incredible location, right on Bannister Wharf and right on the water. Highly recommend making a reservation in advance. They have the best, freshest, biggest and coldest oysters in their raw bar. A most delicious chowder. All of the main dishes are top-shelf. A wonderful fully stocked bar with a great wine selection. Fantastic service too, friendly, quick, and responsive. The only negative (which is not really a negative) is the bathroom, which is down a half-staircase and exceptionally small - on par with an airplane bathroom. A staple of Newport. Internationally known, and well worth it! read more

The Clarke Cooke House - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Atmosphere on the third level is top notch. You get to look out to the pier. The staff was friendly and nice. read more

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Despite numerous reminders that men must wear collared shirts, anything goes here. Men in shorts and flip flops. T shirts. Why try to be fancy when you're obviously not. Food was so so. Seats in the bar area were loud! Hard to have a conversation. Waitress obviously inexperienced with no support staff. Would not return. So many other options in the same area. Key lime pie was the standout. read more

The Clarke Cooke House - Key lime pie - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Always a great experience from Clarke Cooke House... seated promptly and service was excellent. The food came out at appropriate intervals and the quality was perfection. We started with cocktails and apps, followed by delicious entrees and ending with a snowball in Hell and a nightcap. We were sat close to the fireplace, creating a nice, cozy atmosphere. There were definitely conversations happening around us, but it's not like anyone was too loud that we heard entire conversations. Everyone's dishes were cooked to perfection and the wine and cocktails were cold and scrumptious. Can't wait for our next time here read more

My girlfriends and I were out on progressive dinner. We were having some bites at multiple places in Newport. We went to the Clarke Cooke House on a Saturday night with no reservation. They were booked but they said we could try the bar which was sadly filled. We were about to leave when another host showed us to seats at the raw bar section. The seats were amazing. We got to see the staff shuck the oysters live and they were so nice. I got a few oysters a delicious espresso martini. And untraditional the desserts looked delicious so we started with that first in our outing. I got the crème brûlée and everything was delicious. I want to come back and try more. Bucket list is to come in warmer weather and sit in the front when they open the windows. You can get great food and people watching. Our experience was not typical pairings you might do here but it was perfect for our evening. We had a great time and love how they have such a variety of seatings it becomes a new experience each time. read more

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I was born and raised in Long Island, New York and my wife hails from Newport Rhode Island. I feel fortunate that we have had so many local dining options that we have enjoyed over the years. Clark Cooke House is another example of that. We were in town for my birthday and I wanted to make sure I had at least one meal at this establishment. We started out with a few cocktails. I had an Old Fashioned and my wife had a lemon drop martini. She said the martini was excellent. My old-fashioned was OK. One of the problems with the drink is that they use chopped ice in it. This causes the drink to water down easily. Additionally I believe they over muddled the cherry, and the drink basically was lacking sweetness. We both had a cup of clam chowder. Not my favorite style of New England clam chowder. Tasty but thin. I prefer a thicker creamier texture. For dinner, my wife had the whole steamed lobster. This seems like a lot of work to me. However, my wife a self proclaimed "sturdy New England girl" handled the lobstahhh quite easily. I went with the sirloin steak and mashed potatoes. Steak was delicious. A nice size portion cooked perfectly. The mashed potatoes were OK. A little bit bland but still tasty. We closed out the meal with the Snowball from hell . This was a really tasty brownie sundae. Unfortunately I did not know we were getting it and I was unable to snap a picture of it. I would definitely recommend it however. I would definitely recommend the Clarke Cook House. The atmosphere brings you back to the early colonial days. The decor is beautiful. The atmosphere is elegant and relaxing. The service is excellent. A must if you are in Newport. read more

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The food and service were incredible. The seafood was so fresh and delicious! We came here for vacation and would go back to eat here in a heartbeat! read more

The Clarke Cooke House - The lobster and the seafood linguini was incredible! - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We had a reservation and assumed we would be next to the water but we were water adjacent, which is good enough I guess. The interior decoration was super cute and the service was good. We ordered quite a lot of food and it was good, not stand out ish in my opinion. the mussels were excellent with a tasty broth and the tuna salad was surprisingly great! the lobster salad roll was alright, i wish they served it hot instead of cold and with less celery. the native cod was fresh and buttery and had a distinct flavor. would recommend if you wanted to eat near the water/try a classic place in newport read more

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Prompt service, great view, good food. If you can get in, make a reservation and visit. It's in the heart of the marina with great walking all around. The oysters were delicious as was the chowder. Greens salad was a little bitter. Try the smoked salmon appetizer read more

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Incredible institution. The food and ambience were both spectacular and embody Newport. The swordfish entree was special read more

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Made a reservation here during our stay at Newport. The food was delicious. I ordered the salmon special, which was excellent. I did find bones in my fish, but that comes with the territory. I always try to be extra precautious when eating fish. We also ordered the steak frites. The steak was cooked perfectly. The fries where underwhelming. My husband ordered the lobster roll. It was definitely more of a lobster salad as described. Tons of celery in it. My bay breeze tasted great. I ended up ordering another after we received our check. They do get busy so definitely make a reservation, and it's a tight space. It's on the more expensive side, so save this for a really nice dinner. read more

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The tuna tartar was just my style. Lots of spice. The new bartender from Ireland was great to be around.

We tried to get a table at The Clarke Cooke House but were told we couldn't be seated because someone in our group wasn't wearing sleeves. This dress code was nowhere on the website, and while we were there we saw multiple people wearing athletic wear and T-shirts, which made the policy seem inconsistently enforced. As the only people of color waiting to be seated, the experience left us feeling uncomfortable and questioning whether we were being treated differently. I can't say for certain that was the reason, but it certainly felt that way to us. After reading other reviews about the food and service, we ultimately felt we didn't miss out. Regardless, the restaurant should clearly communicate its dress code online and enforce it consistently for all guests. read more

Our family was in town visiting Newport and we decided to go to the Clarke Cooke House for lunch and a drink. The restaurant has a small interior so it's on the cozier side, but there is some outdoor seating which is perfect for the summer, and they even have a nice little "dog bar" area which is for our furry friends to drink water. We've been to this restaurant before so we were excited to bring our family-- really wanted them to try the espresso martinis. Unfortunately, we left disappointed this time. We got there today Friday morning at 11:20 which is 10 minutes before they opened. The restaurant was empty at the time we were there-- we were first in line. We had 7 people and a stroller. While we were told strollers weren't allowed inside -- we thought no big deal that was fair enough. We did offer multiple compromises including splitting into two or even three tables, sitting outside, mixed inside / outside, or even doing separate checks. Still, the staff gave us a hard time and never gave a clear reason as to why they couldn't accommodate us. The interaction was awkward and left a sour feeling. It's a shame because we've enjoyed being here before, but this time around, the poor customer service and lack of transparency really turned us away from the business so we supported another business instead. Hoping they can improve in this area as it's definitely not a good look on their business. read more

Came here last week with a friend to get some seafood and will probably never come here again. We ordered the lobster roll, fried calamari with marinara sauce and then we had a sushi roll with lobster and crab meat. I will say that the sushi roll was really good however, the fried calamari came out cold and the marinara sauce was watered down. The lobster roll. I wasn't really a big fan of my friend also thought it tasted as if the lobster was bad. The ambience though was really cute. It gave that ocean vibe and the service is good as well. I just don't like how tight it was in there. read more

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Tyler at the Bistro bar.. 10/10. So personable, makes a perfect espresso martini. Best bartender in Newport

I'll give it a star for ambience because it looked like a lovely place to have a drink and some apps, but unfortunately we never got the opportunity to try anything since we never got past the old woman at the hostess stand, who was one of the rudest people I've ever encountered in the "hospitality" industry. I guess they do OK any way, and I win't assume the rest of the staff model themselves on her. read more

Amazing food, service, and ambiance. Leave room for dessert. The Snowball from Hell is to die for! The hype is legit! read more

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EPIC FAILURE from beginning to end.  Completely unacceptable at this level and price point of fine dining. Specifics below: - Bartender told my spouse she could not have a classic daiquiri. This despite the fact she has had them before downstairs.  Not a frozen daiquiri...a classic cocktail daiquiri - 2-top table for 3 people. Positioned in the middle of the tables lining the perimeter of the end of the porch.  Highly limited space around the table meant servers, bussers, captains we constantly very close to us while attending to other tables, frequently with their backsides towards us at eye level.  Coolers (2) for water and wine going to other tables were pushed up against the side of our table, while our wine was placed in a cooler away from our table.  Gentlemen behind me was fifth person at 4 top and our chairs we're rubbing.  I had asked for a perimeter table and was told they were need for larger parties, but there was a 4 top perimeter table with only 2 people at it adjacent to our table. - Server (Shemek) did not greet us in a timely manner, was not attentive or engaging.  FAILED to inform me when I ordered the "NATIVE STRIPED BASS" that I would actually be getting black sea bass - a significantly different and lower grade fish.  I only found out when the Porch captain told me that's what I was getting and then remarked "I guess he (Shemek) didn't tell you" with a smile on his face.  NO HE DID NOT TELL ME because I would have ordered the strip bass entree if he had. - My wife ordered the JAMON MANGALICA which came with salmorejo.  She was unfamiliar with salmorejo and the same captain patted her on the back, laughed and said "I guess you didn't know what it was" - UNINVITED PHYSICAL CONTACT!!! - We told our server (Shemek) that we were having 3 courses each.  Our entrees arrived while we were still in the middle of our second course.  Not only was that unacceptable timing, but given the very limited space on the table there was not place to put them.  So they were left on the serving tray in the night breeze to cool while we finished our second course and then hurriedly served...too late to prevent them from being cold.  TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE.  WE SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED FRESHLY FIRED ENTREES. read more

Meh. Burger was BURNT. Clam chowder is so strangely oily. Dessert was the best thing about it. Would not return. read more

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Very historic place, used to be a candy store. Came for drinks only and sat on the very top floor. It does get busy. I can't speak for the food. read more

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This place will always have a special place in my heart! My husband and I had our first date here ten years ago, and we make it a point to go at least once per year. We most recently enjoyed their well known Snowball for dessert, and it was absolutely scrumptious! For dinner, I got the BEST tuna sushi; it melted in my mouth if sushi can even do that. My husband treated himself to a delicious steak that was cooked perfectly. Our waiter went out of his way to make sure we were enjoying our food and drinks. Although you have to dress up to go here, it is worth it. It makes date nights extra special. Even though the building itself is old and lacks air conditioning, there is a certain charm in the furniture and decor that is reminiscent of simpler times. It's like taking a step back in time. I absolutely adore this place!!! read more

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On a beautiful Monday late afternoon/early evening, we enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Clarke Cooke House. We were seated in the main dining room, right next to the fireplace. From the moment we arrived and took our seats, our server was attentive and precise with every aspect of the service. The food was excellent; we began with a special dish of heirloom tomatoes, pistachios, and goat cheese, which was delightful. Following that, we had sushi, and it was just as delicious! As locals who come all the time, and love this restaurant, we always appreciate great service and exceptional food. The highlight of Clarke Cooke House and our evening is a man behind the scene, Mr. Peter Barry, a lovely gentleman who goes above and beyond to ensure his guests feel welcomed and well accommodated. Despite the busy atmosphere, he managed to find the perfect spot for us, and we are truly grateful for that. Thank you, Peter! Sincerely, Kate Lowis and Srdan Dokovic read more

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