It’s always bittersweet to see summer coming to an end in Rhode Island. While we appreciate all four seasons in the Ocean State, there’s no denying that our summers are special. Luckily, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy one of our favorite seasonal pastimes, outdoor dining. And while we have a long list of patios and gardens to choose from, we can’t help but love our waterfront spots the most. Eating at The Lobster Bar, for example, feels like a quintessential Rhode Island experience.

The Lobster Bar sits at the very end of historic Bowen’s Wharf, right in the heart of downtown Newport.
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And it's not just any restaurant that could offer 180 degrees of unobstructed harbor view, but this one can.
Inside you'll find a spacious dining room with fantastic views.
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However, they don't quite compare to the outdoor dock dining, which sits right on the water.
The eatery is open for lunch and dinner daily.
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Reservations are not currently being accepted. And while that could change, you'll want to get here early in the meantime.

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This is the number one spot for lobsters, cocktails, and sunsets.
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And while The Lobster Bar only has control over two of those things, all three of them are fantastic when paired together.
This is (obviously) primarily a seafood spot, but you'll find something for everyone on the menu.
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This place could succeed on the views alone. Fortunately, they happen to serve delicious food as well.
If you imbibe, the cocktail list here is second to none.
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And just when you think you've tried them all, they come up with a new concoction.
The Lobster Bar is a tried-and-true restaurant we're lucky to have here in Rhode Island.
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Grab a seat on the patio before we turn our attention from cocktails in the sun to fall foliage in the forest.

Have you been to The Lobster Bar lately?

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The Lobster Bar, 31 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840, USA