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Cozy, casual tri-level steak & seafood restaurant with a raw bar, cocktails & views of the harbor.
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Address: 254 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840
Phone: (401) 846-8768
Website: https://benjaminsnewportri.com/
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Reviews
Emmie Lou Roberts
Went for lunch and, with no wait at all, we got a cozy table by the front window, with a heat vent under the bench seat. We sat in the bar downstairs, now realizing there was a dining area upstairs, until we went up to use the restroom. We ordered a salmon BLT and a lobster grilled cheese, both of which were delicious! Service with great, staff were friendly. Will absolutely go back.
… moreCydonie Brown
The oysters are freaking delicious — huge, fresh, and full of flavor! You can tell they take pride in their seafood. I even saw plenty of Grand Marnier behind the bar for anyone who likes a good drink. The bartender shucked my oysters and clams perfectly. Great service and atmosphere — I’ll definitely be back!
… moreBebe Phivilay
This place is a hidden gem in Newport! The food is always fresh, delicious, great quality, and so reasonably priced compared to other restaurants around the area. Did I mention the daily buck a shuck from 12-2 for a $1.50 and all day half off apps and buck a shuck oysters and little necks on Tuesdays? They have everything from on the menu from land to sea!
… moreLisa Lansing
In Newport for a night and wanted to try an authentic lobster roll and clam chowder while I’m here. Looked around Google Maps and happened upon a few in the area but decided on Benjamin’s because it looked reasonable. There are two entrances. The street level pub/bar and a quieter restaurant setting up the stairs. I opted for the quieter setting. Very cozy and inviting. Was greeted immediately by the friendly staff. Ordered the New England Clam Chowder and hot Lobster Roll. The chowder was delicious. I was surprised by the tangy taste. The lobster roll was stuffed to the gills in its toasted roll. YUM!! I wished it had a more buttery taste to it but still delicious. Fries and a huge amount of Cole slaw accompanies the roll. Nice friendly staff and lovely ambience. Glad I found this place. I’d come back if I’m ever in Newport again.
… moreSareeta Dyal
This is officially my favorite spot in Newport. I love that it is budget friendly while getting the scenic views of Thames street. Their lobster quesadilla is to die for, it’s very cheese and they did not hold back on the meat.
I ordered a lobster roll and my husband ordered the rock sol. It was filled with crab me and so creamy.
We ordered the island punch and it was the perfect kick.
Definitely a must to try.
… moreI ordered a lobster roll and my husband ordered the rock sol. It was filled with crab me and so creamy.
We ordered the island punch and it was the perfect kick.
Definitely a must to try.
JF Bruns
10/25 – In town as part of our NE bus trip. Arrived around 4:00 on a Saturday & Benjamin’s was the only place we could find that would take a reservation for 9. We went up the stairs to find a wonderful place, great atmosphere, attentive staff, reasonable prices . The wife & I split the stuffed rock sole & a crab cake, both were very good and more than enough food. In fact, there wasn’t anyone in our group that finished their whole meal. Beer selection was a little limited outside of the usual suspects. The place got to be full of people and so did the noise level, but don’t let that keep you from eating here.
… moreRuss Schnapp
A very pleasant experience:
I had the Seafood Linguini in a wine/garlic broth. It was a large bowl of linguini with quite a lot of very tasty garlicky broth, some large scallops, large shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, and large chunks of fish, all perfectly cooked.
My wife had the Berry Salad, which is a good sized salad garnished with strawberries and blueberries, and topped with roasted shrimp and half a small lobster. Again, perfectly prepared.
… moreI had the Seafood Linguini in a wine/garlic broth. It was a large bowl of linguini with quite a lot of very tasty garlicky broth, some large scallops, large shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, and large chunks of fish, all perfectly cooked.
My wife had the Berry Salad, which is a good sized salad garnished with strawberries and blueberries, and topped with roasted shrimp and half a small lobster. Again, perfectly prepared.
Paloma Frias
I made the mistake of sitting on the bar instead of going upstairs. If you want a more quiet and intimate experience, please go upstairs. The food is good, but they brought my plate cold, which I didn’t appreciate. They reheated it when I asked and were very apologetic about it. I recommend their Mac and cheese.
… moreMike Wallach
It’s my first time in Newport and I am spending much of my trip eating and drinking my way through local establishments near the hotel. Seafood and shellfish are among my favorites. I was craving fresh oysters and found Benjamin’s Raw Bar. As a newcomer to these parts, it would be presumptuous of me to proclaim anything the best. Nevertheless, Benjamin’s 12:00 – 2:00 raw bar “Happy Hour” is, in fact, the best oyster deal in town.
Due to poor planning on my part, I arrived at Benjamin’s too late for the happy hour. Nevertheless Andrew, the designated shucker and bartender, took care of us. So much so that I went back for dinner and a bucket of steamers.
Guiness on tap. Sat at the bar so cannot speak to slow service table side as some reviewers mentioned. Andrew behind the bar was great and everything was excellent. But don’t ask Andrew to make a Manhattan.
… moreDue to poor planning on my part, I arrived at Benjamin’s too late for the happy hour. Nevertheless Andrew, the designated shucker and bartender, took care of us. So much so that I went back for dinner and a bucket of steamers.
Guiness on tap. Sat at the bar so cannot speak to slow service table side as some reviewers mentioned. Andrew behind the bar was great and everything was excellent. But don’t ask Andrew to make a Manhattan.
Indigenous Creations
I’m born and raised in Newport and this is one of the places I usually eat at when I visit home. I always eat upstairs not downstairs btw. The lobster bisque may be the best I’ve ever had, the steamers were magnificent, my wife and daughter loved the oysters. And the seafood past always great too!! My only complaint is we ordered mules and they came in regular glass cups (never had that happen before) & it didn’t taste anything like a mule. Other than that this review would’ve been an easy 5 stars ⭐️
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