We were looking for a snack in the evening and we were not disappointed. The lasagna dip, served with garlic knots is amazing!! But you'll need more garlic knots than come with it, so order extra. We also split a pizza, it was good, but we were too full to eat much of it. Fun atmosphere, good service! read more

I had high hopes, but this was honestly a huge letdown. The dish arrived looking sloppy and unappetizing--bread was burnt in spots yet somehow still soggy in others. The cheese wasn't properly melted and had that rubbery texture, and the sauce tasted bland and watered down. It was just thrown together without any attention to quality or presentation. The side of sauce didn't help much-- Overall, this felt overpriced for what was essentially poorly executed comfort food. Definitely not something I'd order again. Drinks were also disappointing and watered Down. read more

The Quencher - Thick Crust Grandma Squares - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We love the pizza and I would recommend it to anyone and I would go back again just know when they say there's going to be pepper flakes on it it will be hot read more

A great casual spot away from the busy Bowen's Wharf. Went here during bingo night during the week. The bar gives good vibes and is popular with a nice crowd. There's street parking and it's in a really walkable area. The wicked good time pizza was really creative and good. I throughly enjoyed the calamari with the aioli as a topping. The aioli itself is addictive. With the heavy toppings you may need to use a fork and knife if you're not strategic. read more

The Quencher - Wicked Good Time - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

The Quencher is one of Newport's newer additions, and it's a welcome surprise tucked just down the street from the Newport Marriott. The space, formerly an Irish pub, has been completely transformed with a retro-cool, 1950s-inspired aesthetic. Think upscale diner meets cocktail lounge--but it's very much a bar, not a diner. The decor is playful yet polished, and the overall atmosphere feels fresh and unique for Newport. The drink menu leans into the vintage theme with classics like gimlets and Manhattans, and everything we tried was crafted perfectly--balanced, flavorful, and just plain fun to sip. They also offer live music and karaoke, adding to the laid-back, social energy of the place. Although we didn't eat during this visit, I took a peek at the menu and it looked super creative and tempting. The Quencher has a cool factor that feels both nostalgic and fresh--definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a new favorite hangout in Newport. Service was on point and attentive! Looking forward to coming back! read more

The Quencher - Interior! - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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This spot is super cute and the food was amazing! They had quite the menu for both food and drinks, and I will def be back. Meg and Weller took care of me and were both wonderful. I came for best pizza RI but will be back for lasagna dip, meatballs, bingo, beat the cocktail night and more! What a great experience! This place is cute and the food is yummy! read more

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Quench a sailor's thirst, and come here for a scrumptious burger and beer deal! The staff are phenomenal and so very attentive. Live music, great patrons, clean bathrooms, and a genuinely friendly atmosphere. Cheers to this establishment and a shout out to Amanda and Claus for dealing with our debauchery! read more

The Quencher - Cute Halloween decor - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Loved the prosciutto arugula pizza- asked for tomato sauce instead of Parmesan lemon cream sauce and it had a nice kick (actually with some Parmesan and lemon flavor on top anyway). Big pie for the price so that's an extra plus. We sat on the upper level in late afternoon overlooking the harbor which made for nice ambiance (along with some funny/kitschy bumper stickers). Service was good too. read more

The Quencher - Prosciutto Arugula - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

My friend and I love sitting on the rooftop, listening to live music, snacking on our sandwiches/pizza and having a Hugo spritz here! The view is immaculate. read more

Came tonight for some appetizers. Got the lasagna dip which was amazing. Got the eggplant and a house salad. Got their quencher margaritas. The staff was friendly and super cool. Good music, great atmosphere. House salad had a bit too much vinaigrette dressing for my tastes but overall great spot read more

The Quencher - Lasagna Dip - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

The Quencher was ok, the Buffalo wings had there own take on the sauce, maybe a bit tangy it was hard to place it. From the pic you can see you don't get many. My wife's hamburger tasted like one you would get at a county fair & the mozzarella sticks were your basic restaurant depot style.its basically a tourist trap. Our server was nice & the food came out in a decent amount of time. The view from the upstairs patio bar & dining are was terrific & the bar/restaurant was very clean. I wouldn't recommend this place for great bar food but it's a decent enough place to hang out. read more

The Quencher - Buffalo wings - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Came here with my friend and her family, my husband- had a wonderful time eating on the laid back rooftop overlooking the wharf. Very kid friendly but so fun for all ages. Such friendly service and super chill vibes. I shared a sandwich and pizza with my friend, the sandwich was excellent, a reason alone to revisit. The pizza was a little spicy and had a crispy charred crust. read more

The Quencher - Caprese sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Apparently the no smoking in bars law in Rhode Island does not apply to The Quencher. The guy at the bar, obviously friend with the bartender, was smoking a vape in the bar and ruined the vibe. It smelled horrible and ruined the taste of the beer. Completely turned me off to the place. This was May 11 at 1030pm. Horrible experience. read more

Love this local's place every time I come to Newport. Ok beer selection (but could be more on tap options...wish they had Guinness). The spicy margarita pizza (not really that spicy) was amazing and flavorful with really good sauce. This is a lot coming from me as a pizza snob who generally doesn't like bar pizza. You won't be disappointed if you get this one. Topping off the day was an awesome guitar guy who sang every song you know, guaranteed! Best part was it was the middle of the day in March, leading to us spending several hours there! Loved it! read more

Came here for the Rhode Island Food Fights Lord of the Pies competition. The Quencher has a cool 50s vibe going for it, and it's clearly more of a bar that happens to serve food than a restaurant that happens to have a bar. Unfortunately, that became pretty apparent during my visit. Let's start with the pizza, which is... well, interesting. Picture a 1-inch thick focaccia bread with some sauce on top. While the bread itself might have been enjoyable with a simple pat of butter, it doesn't quite work as a pizza base. Their tomato pie version adds some heat with red pepper flakes and chunkier sauce, but the cheese version is let down by bland, forgettable cheese and tasteless sauce. The service was puzzling. Despite being the only customers in the establishment, getting a refill on my Coke felt like trying to solve a mystery - "Why is this place called 'Rhe Quencher' if I can't get a refill?" one that remained unsolved throughout the meal. While I can imagine this place humming on evenings and weekends as a bar spot, the daytime service left much to be desired. The verdict? The Quencher seems like it could be a cool spot for drinks, and that retro 50s atmosphere has potential. But if you're here for the pizza, you might want to quench your thirst elsewhere - and your hunger too, for that matter. Weekend service might be better, but the pizza probably won't be. read more

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Small bar with an excellent menu of food. We started with the truffle fries. They were crispy and tasty. We then had the chicken Parm sandwich and the grilled chicken club. Both were very delicious and highly recommended. The service was spectacular. If I could find one fault, it was a little bit dark in the place. If you're at the Wyndham resort it's just a short walk away. read more

The Quencher - Chicken sandwiches using pizza bread. Very different but very tasty. - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

After a little shopping we stopped in for a quick glass of wine and a snack. We ordered a lovely Sangiovese and arancini. The wine and snack were super delicious. The dipping sauce was homemade and so were the crispy aranci. Service was exceptional and timely! read more

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Don't judge a book by its cover fits so well here. We've passed this place so many times but decided to stop in for a quick drink this time. What appears to be a dive bar is one of the most down to earth places in Newport serving up some of the best home away from home nosh. The bartender we had should be the first person you go visit when coming to Newport. She's got the inside scoop on everything in town. Real people, real damn good modernized Italian American classic foods. Do try the Negroni on draft. This restaurant will now be our first stop anytime we come to town. read more

The Quencher - Signs don't lie - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Stopped in on restaurant week. The atmosphere in this restaurant is the bomb--very cool, laidback, and fun. The food was eclectic and delicious. Would definitely return! read more

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I have been here prior when it was under a different name. A friend and I decided to try it out on a Saturday. I like the layout of the bar. It was crowded but not too close. They have a large number of tables on the first floor a nice deck and a small bar on the second floor. The servers were very good. They were friendly and answered questions about the food and libations. They had a great drink collection. I started with a very nicely made Sazerac and my friend had a Margarita that he liked a lot. I got a Ceasar salad to start with fried white anchovies that were quite good and followed it with a Chicken Parmigiana plate. The chicken was tender and the sauce was very flavorful. I would give this place a try as they had many food choices and a diverse cocktail, beer, and wine list read more

The Quencher - Chicken Parmigiana - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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More like 3.5 but I think there is a lot of space for improvement. The ambience when you walk in is great! It's giving dive bar but without the actual grime and dirt of a dive bar. I love the decor (both in the dining room and in the bathroom) and there's also a photobooth! ($6.50 for 2 photostrips) We wanted to sit on the rooftop but the hostess told us that they didn't have the space for our party of 6. Not a problem! However, the bartender upstairs who overheard us went, "That's a hard NO," immediately after we asked about a table. Unnecessary comment but whatever, people yap. We're seated downstairs and while the server and bartender are super nice, they are incredibly short staffed. We waited quite a bit for someone to take our entree order and we ended up just going up to the bar to get someone's attention. The one server also seemed new and while we were very patient (because we know how it is), he seemed super nervous and constantly apologized for forgetting drink orders. Super sweet kid, but y'all need some extra hands! Now for the FOOD! Most of the things we ordered were pretty solid. Meatball Panini: It was good! Not really what I was expecting since I'm used to paninis being pressed and flat and this was more like two pieces of focaccia. Definitely enough food for two people if you share apps too. Lasagna Dip: This was recommended to us by the bartender and I really liked it! It could have used a little more sauce for the "dippy-ness" factor. Arancini: Hard to go wrong with these. Lots of cheese on the inside. Truffle Fries: Came out HOTTT! They were delicious and the sauce that came with it was *chef's kiss* Wicked Good Time Pizza: I wanted to like this so bad but it could use a little work. The crust wasn't crispy and there were just a few skinny calamari pieces sprinkled on top. Spicy Margherita Pizza: Flavor of this one was good. Has a kick (obviously). Could be a little crispier. I would give this place a second try if I ever find myself visiting Newport again. Lots of potential here! read more

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Visiting Newport on our Sisters Vacation week! Arrived Sunday and stop in for dinner. Greeted by the awesome staff immediately. Everett was our server and did great with suggestions and checking back on us. The place looks fun and we will be back. We had Grandma Squares and the mushroom pizza. Both very tasty and enjoyed every bit. Had to try the tiramisu and it was delicious. Definitely will be back. read more

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Nice little spot near our hotel we were staying at the Wyndham Long Wharf . Stopped in for a quick bite and they had an awesome guy singing .we had pizza and a couple drinks everything was great! Service was good and the owner was awesome recommending so,e other spots for us to go and some antiquing suggestions also ! We are here for the week and hopefully will get back there before we leave on Friday! Unfortunately the storm is coming tomorrow for the next couple of days! read more

A cool, rainy spring night was calling out for some comfort food, and we decided it was time to give this newer bar & restaurant a try since they claim to serve Italian comfort fare. The atmosphere, at least downstairs, does a good job of replicating your local corner dive bar. Right down to the kitchy signs on the bar. It was a fairly quiet week night & the crowd was mixed ages and the atmosphere relaxed. Service was efficient while not very friendly or personable. We started with a reasonably priced Gansett & a house nitro Negroni. The nitro added a smoothness to the strong drink - nice! For entrees, the chicken & eggplant parms fit the bill. While not typical New England monster portion sizes, both were crunchy & cheesy - very tasty! The fresh taglaitelle pasta was a nice side - perfectly cooked & sauced. The only mishap for us was the side of spicy white beans. We love white beans & spice, could resist. However, we found the side inedibly spicy. We are not wimps about hot food, but we found that these ruined the flavors of the rest of the meal & quickly stopped eating them. When we asked the server to package them ( hoping we could somehow salvage, we could not & they ended up trash ), we mentioned to her that they were REALLY spicy. She chuckled & said "yup", nothing more. Be warned... Over all, not bad & reasonably priced for the 'hood. We look forward to returning to check out the upstairs patio & bar in nicer weather. read more

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We went for dinner the other day and it was so good we went back today for lunch. The wait staff overall was very accommodating The host who took our reservation was very friendly and professional. The wait staff was very attentive. For our dinner I ordered the chicken piccata and it was delicious! The chicken was tender and very flavorful. My husband got the chicken Marsala which he loved and was very reminiscent of two of our favorite restaurants (Ida's and Puerinis ) . The pasta was house made . Delicious! For lunch I ordered the crispy eggplant appetizer. The eggplant was so crispy ! The tomato sauce so bright with flavor. My husband got the chicken parm sandwich on house made pizza bread . With a side of fries. He loved it! We highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Do you love a dark and welcoming dive bar? Want to sing kareoke? Want stuff to stare at on the walls? Enjoy a good Photo Booth?! Feeling out of place in Newport and just want to relax , sing, raise a beer? bingo. So much fun! read more

The Quencher - Wall - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Stopped in here late Sunday, it was our last stop as we worked our way across Aquidneck Island for our Rhode Island food fights 'Lord of the pies' excursion. We walked into an otherwise empty establishment, with but a handful of patrons but were surprised to find a very talented young woman playing guitar and singing. Weller, the bartender told us we could sit anywhere we liked and so we chose a table by the front door so that we could enjoy the live music. We got some drinks and patiently waited for our slices of grandma pizza to come out. When they did, they were definitely the thickest pizza we had had all day. They definitely threw off that vibe of French or Italian bread with sauce and cheese on top of it but nonetheless, these little rectangular slices were very good. We enjoyed a couple more songs before heading out across the Pell Bridge for one more stop for the night. read more

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Food was great. Everything is made in house and the service is very friendly. Egg plant parm was the best I've had and homemade pasta and sauce wonderful. read more

Just had an amazing dinner here. There was a cozy atmosphere and the service was excellent. I had the cheesy pizza spaghetti bowl. The sauce was amazing. It was just by chance we chose to have dinner here and it was the right choice. You won't go wrong making the same choice. read more

Really good experience at The Quencher for my wife and I. Vacationing in Newport for long weekend and came across The Quincher when searching Yelp reviews. The service was extremely friendly and prompt and the food completely exceeded our expectations. My wife got the chicken parm and I ordered a margherita pizza. Both were very good but the pizza really surprised me as it was what I would consider very good top notch pizza. The crust, the sauce, and everything about it was just good. They were down a few people with staffing and working their tails off to keep up, and overall very impressed and happy with the experience. Definitely recommend. read more

Great energy, fantastic music, drink prices are ASTRONOMICAL! Food is subpar. Server was nice. I had the ceased salad and my lettuce was wilted, chicken over cooked. I have heard good things about the pizza though. Maybe I'd give that a try. read more

The Quencher - My $15 aperol and soda. - Pizza Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Great chicken parm and Caesar salad. Ingredients obviously fresh and delicious. Nice environment and friendly staff. Can't go wrong. read more

This is on of the worst bars I've been to in Newport. Music is good but the service is some of the worst I've ever had in 35 years. Did not stay long enough to get food, but I'm sure that would have been as poor as the service I got from the bartender/waitstaff. read more

Amanda is by far the most two face human being I've ever been at a bar with. She takes the tips and then blocks you from the bar. Absolutely not worth the time there. Would never come back. read more

Great local place with lots of fun activities and music Love the upstairs vibes on weekends read more

So, we stumbled across this place after another place we were going to was closed. Ironically, as we were walking and talking about The Quencher a local told us that he considered it " Upscale Bar Food", so we decided to give it a shot. The food is really good, calamari amazing, burgers juicy and full of flavor. However, they could stop serving all of that and be one of the best Pizzeria's in the United United States! I have had pizza in Rome, Naples, and everywhere else that I have traveled and this is amazing pizza!!! The crust is super flavorful, has the right amount of char and leopard print, the sauce is super flavorful and compliments everything well and their cheese is on point. Seriously, they should be packed everyday with people wanting pizza like this as well as having a walk up window that sells slices to a line that wraps around the block! Also wanted to give a shout out to Taylor and Emma for the recommendation on Pizza when we weren't even looking for it, as well as the awesome service! You won't be disappointed! read more

Cool place. But tell me why, while she was verifying his age, my husband had his drivers license snapped in half by the bartender??? No apology or offer to replace it after. Why was she bending it in the first place? Weird ass behavior. read more

Wife and I were in town visiting and wanted to grab a drink so we ducked in. We ended up staying for 3 + hrs! The waitstaff (Amanda and Everett) were attentive and we enjoyed chatting with them. The drinks options range from beer to cocktails. The food was delightful. We tried the meatballs, stuffed mushrooms, and truffle fries. We were told that this bar had only been open for a year but the atmosphere definitely is that of your favorite local hangout. read more

We had dinner on the upper deck last night and the food and service were amazing. The handmade pasta was delicious, the pizzas were delicious and the lasagna dip for appetizer was very tasty. Special thanks to Taylor our waitress for making our evening out an absolute pleasure. read more

Atmosphere was awesome. Service was awesome. They gave this really cool pizza oven so I expected the pizza to be better than it was but was disappointed. read more