There are many seating options indoors and on the deck. The outdoor bar is by the water with great views. The service was fantastic. A manager explained our server was unable to get to us promptly so he would start serving us. He filled the water, took drink orders, explained the specials and took our food order. Our waiter then took over. We had exceptional service from both. The pan seared halibut was the manager's recommendation and was delicious. read more

The Reef - Sunset from a table in the back on their deck. - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Food was really good and the service was incredibly friendly and helpful. Definitely a good spot for a larger group, especially if you have kids with you. read more

Lobster bisque was Dan and away the best I've ever tasted and Gluten free to boot.....drinks were good, creative and the outdoor space was very nice. Limited parking in front was "free" and the service was good from start to finish read more

The Reef - Lobster bisque.... delicious !! - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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The Reef is one of my favorite venues in New Port. Good music, a nice ocean view. The food is delicious and the service is excellent . If you decide to visit, just remember there's not much space for parking . My favorite drink there was the White Sangria, delicious. It is a perfect place for a romantic evening by the ocean. Far enough from the noise and craziness of the main street. Remember if you visit New Port, it's not complicated if you don't visit THE REEF... read more

This was a very lovely seafood restaurant with an awesome view. You are right on the water! Upon coming, my friend and I split the lobster bisque to start which was flavorful and creamy but skimpy on lobster meat maybe only 2-3 bites. For my main I had the lobster roll, which was extremely fresh. For $35 bucks I feel like I've had rolls with more meat at other restaurants but nonetheless this was still a delicious roll. Our waitress was nice and checked in often. Overall a good spot with an outstanding view. read more

The Reef - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We had an amazing experience eating lunch at The Reef! Our server, Gwen was exceptionally warm, attentive, patient and knowledgeable. The poke bowl and dream fire was tasty. A bit pricey but the views are beautiful. read more

Great service from Oliver and overall welcoming fri Ruthie Food excellent sea bass and ratatouille very tasty read more

2 stars because I would come back for the cocktails and nothing else. Food was okay. Service was either slow or rude. Everyone was on their phones. The place was FREEZING. Wore a scarf inside and was warming my hands with my breath. Cocktails was very good and a nice Christmas desert cocktail. Lobster Roll was really okay 5/10. read more

The Reef - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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The food was excellent and the service was good. Great outdoor seating on the harbor.

No Karaoke. Went last night on 7/29 to enjoy some karaoke as advertised on their website and they did not have any music at all. Waste of time. Disappointed. read more

The Reef - No karaoke. - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

New chef - new menu, new owners, many new improvements and updates to the property. Two very large new bars, white linen table cloths in the main dining room, outdoor bar in the summer months with live music winter months, outdoor dining in igloos for a private setting. read more

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THE SERVICE I RECEIVED AT THE REEF WAS IMPECCABLE! Our server Gwenyth was so incredibly kind, fun, knowledgeable and made the overall dining experience unforgettable. The poke bowl was so yummy but I'd call it quantity insufficient... $20 BFFR read more

Staff was confused. Food took forever. Super overpriced for small portions of mediocre food.

We ate in an igloo this past weekend and while the igloo itself was very cute, it was the best part. It was cold inside, the food was just mid. and the server was not personable at all. they add a 20% gratuity and honestly I would have given her more Had she smiled once. read more

Was there celebrating my sister's 21st birthday and it was a great experience! Ryan was our waiter and he was awesome - very friendly and funny! We sat in the igloos outside and he was a trooper in the cold weather. The food was also amazing, I got the lobster pasta and it was great, as well as the focaccia starter. Would definitely go back! read more

The igloo experience was very cool. I got the short rib which is a new menu item and it was a large portion. Dress warm if you plan on dining in the igloo. read more

The Reef - Igloo - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Our server Caitlyn was amazing. While the food and drinks were fantastic she made our experience one to remember!!! Thank you Caitlyn!

The food was great but what made the experience SUPERB was our server Caitlyn! She really went above and beyond to make sure we had the best brunch! Will 100% come back read more

The food was really tasty minus the mussels. Definitely a good place for a large party! Our table of 8 ordered SPICY TUNA CRISPY RICE, VINHO VERDE MUSSELS (pass if you are here as we had to send it back), POINT JUDITH CALAMARI and TRUFFLED BURRATA. The team really enjoyed the food as did I minus the mussels that were over cooked. The mussels were also really there in the dish. My entree of NORWEGIAN SALMON was very flavorful and cooked correctly- not overdone. I really enjoyed the risotto a great deal. Our server was a bit rude which was why this is a 3 star and not a 4 star rating. He did have a bit of a problem when we asked if we could split the bill two ways. And his mannerism appeared as though he was having a rough day and taking out on our table. read more

We had a fantastic waterfront brunch at The Reef. The patio was perfect with live music and our waitress, Olivia R, was so warm and attentive. The drinks were good and the lobster roll portion was generous with tender meat. read more

The Reef - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Pet friendly, beautiful view of boats and yachts.. food was good but the view was nicer. Service was very good as they always came by to check on us and the dog. Salad and the flat bread were just enough since I wanted room for dessert while in town. read more

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The view is great, but the food was subpar. The chicken in the fried chicken sandwich was tough. The spicy tuna crispy rice had delicious, fresh tuna but the rice was dry and flavorless. read more

The Reef - Spicy tuna crispy rice - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

I'd probably give 3.5 stars. Food was good. Overall good, but nothing that sets it apart really. I had the bolognese and my wife had the short rib. We both liked our meals but weren't necessarily blown away by them. Service wasn't good. Server didn't come over for a long time, I finally had to complain and flag down someone else who didn't say anything much in response but then sent my waiter over. Never got water, never got place settings. Once we finally got our salad served, they gave to us but nothing to eat it with! Had to then ask someone else for place settings. Staff wasn't personable or friendly. That really downgrades the experience. Unlikely I'd come back here. read more

We ate dinner at The Reef on Monday, October 13, 2025. We enjoyed the lobster bisque, but it would have been nice if there were a few more pieces of lobster in it. My husband enjoyed the salmon and I ordered the warm lobster roll. A cozy fireplace was perfect for a rainy night. read more

Stumbled upon this restaurant while visiting Newport for the first time. We were drawn to the outdoor seating right on the water. We ordered the shrimp po' boy and the cheeseburger with the truffle fries. Everything was delicious. Our server was pleasant and friendly and they had live music playing in the background. It was very enjoyable. read more

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Came to this restaurant this past weekend and had a great time/meal! When I booked a reservation online, I saw there was going to be live music and it was awesome - the vibe is very summery and fun and this place has a unique menu. The food came out fast and was so good - started off with the Italian flatbread and brussels sprouts chips, and shared a steak entrée for dinner. Finished off with a lava cake (which was just ok - wouldn't get it again) and overall loved our meal. Lots of seating both inside and outside and can fit large/small groups of guests. The only reason I give it 4 stars is because we waited a while to check in to our reservation and there were 4-5 people working the check in booth but only one person with an iPad to check people in, so it was very awkward standing at the check in booth waiting for the workers to notice us and even made awkward eye contact before checking in. read more

The food is terrible. We got the cod tacos, mushroom risotto and ratatouille burger - all of them were awful. Who lets these dishes go out of the kitchen? read more

Upscale restaurant with a GORGEOUS view! Loved how quiet it was for lunch. Our server knew the menu well and was able to provide great recommendations. I started with the Brussel sprouts and then had the fish tacos with a side salad instead of fries. All was good, however the fish tacos tasted a little fishier than it should have been. Looked like there was a nice alcoholic beverage selection. We were too full for dessert but I bet it's also delicious- next time! read more

The food and service were amazing! Our server Mary went above and beyond to make our anniversary special. The igloos were incredible, we got to curate a playlist, watch the sunset, and cozy up in the "under the sea" themed igloo (best view of the sunset and bridge). Highly recommend!!! read more

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I've had a few meals here before posting. The location is really nice with water views, great summer spot and in the winter they have pop up igloos to rent. If I could give a 3.5 star rating, I would. Service has always been great and therefore I went up in rating versus down. The food is good, but not quite 4-star for a $$$ rated restaurant depending on what you order. I do recommend the shrimp scampi and the sangria is very good. read more

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This restaurant is just bad. Chowder was watered down with absolutely no flavor. The lobster rolls had very little lobster and what was there was flavorless and chewy. The cod tasted fishy and the accompanying side dish consisted of dry plain rice seasoned with smoked paprika. Not edible. Finally the tuna appetizer was so bad, that my friend only ate a tiny bit of 5 pieces. The waitress didn't ask if he wanted something else. You need a new chef ASAP! read more

Out at Newport for the weekend, wanting to have a unique experience. Find this place on the water that has igloos and good food, so we went here. Server was very friendly, service was prompt and we really enjoyed the igloo experience. Food was really good! The Thai mussels had a strong curry flavor that compliments the briny mussels. The beef carpriccio was beefy, creamy, pickled and the bread was crisp. The shrimp cake was spicy and dense The dishes that were not as great. The stuffed French toast was seasoned well and the potatoes were crispy. The actual French toast wasn't as custardy as I like. Also the sweet cream cheese wasn't very sweet. The desserts were great when combined. The coconut Gelato and flourless cake lead to a creamy, coconut and dark chocolate bite which was rich and decadent. The desserts alone? The coconut Gelato was very much coconut, but the mango center was not. The flourless chocolate cake was very much like fudge, but needed something more than whipped cream to lighten it up. Price was very high, but we had to order as much due to the place putting a minimum on eating in the igloos. For the area, it's a little high but it's not unexpected. Its not a bad option for the area. It's pricy, but the quality is there. Great if you're looking for that picturesque view and good seafood. read more

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We LOVED the Crispy Tuna and Shrimp Tacos, but the service was the best part. Our server Siyan, was amazing. She was attentive and fun and made us feel so welcome. We also thought the igloo seating was so neat!!! read more

The Reef - Igloos at The Reef - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

I really wanted to give 5 starts for this restaurant because the waitress was so great but the food .....not so much I ordered the flat iron steak with coconuts and chimichurri and I must say I was very bummed by how the flavor of this dish was so plain and not sophisticated. The music and the atmosphere was great and over all was a nice vibe. Definitely not more than 3 stars read more

The Reef - KOJI DRY-AGED FLAT IRON - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

We had the best meal at The Reef. The Korean BBQ Noodles are amazing. We rented an igloo, The Gilded Age. Definite must in Newport! read more

The Reef - Seafood Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

The service was slow, lobster bisque was a creamy broth without taste and not one piece of lobster (or anything else). Our oysters were good but served by sliding the plate on the table as the waitress passed by, without identification of the 3 types of oyster nor with side plates. Our other appetizer was attractive but tasteless. Two stars as I enjoyed my margarita and the lobster pasta was ok. In a lifetime of seafood experiences from someone who lives in a shore town, very close to my worst seafood restaurant experience. Tourists beware read more

Food was really good and the service was incredibly friendly and helpful. Definitely a good spot for a larger group, especially if you have kids with you. read more

Mediocre service mediocre food and insanely expensive Got the vegetable curry with feta and it was not good - for 30 dollars. The appetizers were ok. Dessert was ok. It's a tourist trap read more

Food was fair at best. In the past I've had some lighter food at the bar which was good, but the dinner was very underwhelming. Atmosphere and service are the only pluses that I would give. Not worth the price of the entrees. read more

Service was very good but the food wasn't. My husband had to pick his 3 rd choice as they ran out of the 2 seafood dishes? I had to pick my 2nd choice. Also ran out of strawberry shortcake (on a Friday night on the summer?). My daughter's lobster pasta was way too firm. Our waiter was so apologetic but I wouldn't recommend read more