Best Historic Restaurants in South Kingstown

18 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Coast Guard House

4.7

Exceptional(7139)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Narragansett

Booked 40 times today

Originally a historic US Coast Guard Station built in 1888 by famed architects McKim, Mead & White, now a spectacularly located waterfront restaurant overlooking Narragansett Bay. Offering an array of creative dishes from lobster & sweet corn tamale, lobster ravioli, grilled swordfish, lobster mac & cheese, & organic chicken; we supporting all aspects of sustainable agriculture and aquaculture. We use local farms when possible and source produce for quality and sustainability. Our seafood is sourced from purveyors that are dedicated to locating species from areas that produce the best tasting and highest quality seafood available.

2. Celeste

4.7

Exceptional(458)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Narragansett

Booked 23 times today

With views of Narragansett Bay, Celeste is a neighborhood gathering spot in the heart of the town's historic Pier district. Celebrating the bounty of the Atlantic, the menu highlights simply prepared seafood dishes as well as coastal European cuisine inspired dishes, steeped in the flavors of coastal Italy, France, and Spain. During the spring and summer months, enjoy al fresco dining just steps away from the beach.

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3. White Horse Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(4096)

Price: Expensive

• American • Newport

Booked 37 times today

At The White Horse Tavern we strive to create a fresh, contemporary culinary experience in America’s Oldest Restaurant. Like generations before us, we serve the freshest fish, clams and lobsters from Narragansett Bay along with just-picked produce from local RI’s farms. We embrace RI’s vibrant food scene to bring you the very best artisan cheeses, honeys, prime cuts of beef and the highest quality chops and poultry from local farms. We are proud to embrace RI's vibrant food scene, which has made the White Horse Tavern a New England destination. Proper Dress Required; Business Casual is appropriate. Jackets are not required. Please no athletic wear.Please note any allergies or special requests when making your reservation or any restrictions with stairs. Reservations are recommended to be made 2 to 4 weeks prior to your preferred dining date and time. Specific tables may be requested however we are unable to guarantee certain requests.

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4. Bar 'Cino - Newport

4.8

Exceptional(1428)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newport

Booked 42 times today

Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot in the heart of Newport's historic Washington Square with cuisine inspired by Italy. Open nightly for al fresco dining, takeout and delivery.

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5. 22 Bowens Wine Bar and Grille

4.7

Exceptional(7424)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Newport

Booked 46 times today

Prime Steaks and New England's finest seafood on historic Bowen's Wharf in Newport

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6. The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

4.5

Awesome(521)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newport

Booked 11 times today

Pull back the portico curtains and step into the historic downtown Newport mansion once owned by businessman Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt that has been reimagined as a glamorous social hub with a culinary secret to discover at every turn. From an intimate dining room with an intriguing menu of savory local dishes to the sun-dappled Conservatory and dining al fresco in The Garden, the dining scene at The Vanderbilt is crackling with alluring eccentricities just waiting to be explored.Important Notes: Reservations are held for 15 minutes beyond the scheduled arrival time, and during peak service hours you may not be seated until your entire party has arrived. Once your party is assembled, we will offer you the next available table for a party of your size. Also, we do our utmost to accommodate all guest requests upon check-in, but unfortunately cannot guarantee any particular seating preferences.

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7. Aurelia at Castle Hill

4.9

Exceptional(2700)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Newport

Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, Aurelia is the next evolution in Castle Hill’s culinary journey – one that has been lauded as one of the best dining experiences in New England. Nestled on forty magical acres, the property has been the backdrop of memorable occasions for more than a century.The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux restaurant, known in its original incarnation as The Dining Room at Castle Hill, offers a six-course prix fixe menu with imaginative dishes utilizing the local bounty of produce, seafood, and artisanal producers.Aurelia’s dining rooms overlook Narragansett Bay in all its raw beauty. As the bay’s seascape and surrounding landscape change subtly with the seasons, so does Aurelia’s menu, culminating in a truly memorable experience.

8. JB's on the Water

4.5

Awesome(419)

Price: Moderate

• American • Jamestown

Booked 5 times today

Located in beautiful historic Jamestown, overlooking Narragansett Bay and the Newport Bridge, JB's offers indoor and outdoor dining with the best views around.Come and check out our seasonal menus, our expansive outdoor space, and amazing views. We offer private dining spaces, a full bar, two waterfront outdoor dining spaces, a waterfront dog-friendly patio and much more!

9. Bar and Board

4.3

Awesome(1091)

Price: Expensive

• American • Newport

Booked 5 times today

We’re an eclectic blend of Newport vibes — from the historic bank vault behind our marble bar to the Bellevue Ave-inspired details in our lounge. Our cocktails bring you back to the Newport of decades ago. We’re proud to serve quality, locally sourced victuals (it rhymes with ‘skittles’) — all in an immersive dining experience.No pets allowed

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10. The Roof Deck at the Vanderbilt

4.3

Awesome(111)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Newport

Our Roof Deck venue here at The Vanderbilt is closed for the season. We hope you will join us when we reopen in the spring of 2024!One of the best-kept secrets in all of Newport, The Roof Deck at the very top of the hotel is the perfect al fresco spot to watch the sunset and take in sweeping views of the historic city and port, offering a selection of fresh cocktails and light bites.

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Timothy
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always, the Coast Guard House lived up to its excellent reputation for outstanding food, service, and friendliness. The menu options and wine choices are also excellent. Very highly recommended. It also happens to be a very historic building that was repurposed very appropriately into the excellent restaurant that it is and continues to be.
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The Coast Guard HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Narragansett
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4.7
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Johnvip
Philadelphia County •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was fantastic!!! Services was fantastic!!! The holiday vibe was great as well!!!!
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22 Bowens Wine Bar and GrillePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Newport
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4.7
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Amanda
Brisbane •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food and great service although I think a couple of waiters were still learning. A historic and quaint little restaurant.
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White Horse TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Newport
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4.8
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Sandravip
Treasure Coast •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a lovely lunch. Everything was perfect from start to finish.
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Bar 'Cino - NewportPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newport
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4.8
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Davevip
Greater Boston •57 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Have to admit, 1st time back since Trio closed down and was glad to see a few familiar faces, Colleen of course and Aiden too. While we’ll never forget the Trio meatballs and the Bada Bing pizza, the new menu is great. The Celeste salad was incredible and the Spicy Calabrese pizza was superb, (great crust.) Aiden was our server and was very attentive without being intrusive and with his personality made our evening even better. The high top chairs are very comfortable and we loved what you did with the renovation! We will be back.
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CelestePrice: Moderate• undefined• Narragansett
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4.7

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. The Coast Guard House

2. Celeste

3. White Horse Tavern

4. Bar 'Cino - Newport

5. 22 Bowens Wine Bar and Grille

6. The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

7. Aurelia at Castle Hill

8. JB's on the Water

9. Bar and Board

10. The Roof Deck at the Vanderbilt

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