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Scales & Shells - Newport, Newport, RI

Scales & Shells - Newport

4.7
4.7
174 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Scales & Shells is a traditional seafood restaurant located in Newport RI. The menu encompasses locally sourced seafood with classic French & Spanish techniques in simplistic bold dishes

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What 174 people are saying

Scales & Shells - Newport reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Seafood

  • Newport County

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Scales & Shells in Newport delights with "great food" and a "wonderful dining experience." The "inventive menu" showcases fresh seafood and handmade pasta. Service receives high praise for being "attentive" and "friendly." While some miss the old charm, many appreciate the new chef's creativity. "Highly recommend" for seafood lovers!

174 Reviews
  1. STEVEN

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The new management has really done a great job with this restaurant...their staff is very amenable and knowledgeable.. the food was all great and white it was not busy, would have been worth the wait if it had been..a must visit when in Newport.

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  2. Mary-Frances

    Rhode Island3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food from, appetizer to main course, and service were exceptional!

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  3. Lloyd VIP

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been loyal customers of Shells and Scales for years. We didn’t know about the change of ownership until we asked for our favorite dishes. Although we had to pivot, the new menu was great. We shared the octopus appetizer which was delicious and well portioned. I had a daily special consisting of mussels and shrimp in an absolutely amazing tomato sauce over homemade pasta. My wife had the swordfish which she sad was very fresh and delicious. So it may be different from the past but we’ll definitely be back soon!

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  4. Lisa VIP

    Raleigh6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is excellent and the breadbox is delicious. Just be forewarned, it's not the old Scales & Shells we all grew up with. It's a much more upscale dining experience with the prices to match. The service is professional and curt, not warm and effusive like the old days. Also, the portions are enough and you will not be taking home a to-go box for lunch the next day. All in all, very good for a romantic date night out.

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  5. Juliana

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful restaurant, a little noisy because the kitchen is inside of the dining area. Food was absolutely delicious! Their pasta and bread is handmade in house. Our server was so kind and attentive. Thank you!

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  6. Kathleen VIP

    New Jersey6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I would have given the overall experience a 5, however it was so cold in the restuarant we had to eat with our coats on. Many of the other patrons did the exact same thing. The oysters were delicious and the swordfish with lemon sauce was scrumptious and done to perfection. Our server was lovely. Way too cold! !

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  7. Joe

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dined here for the first time on a Friday evening while visiting and enjoyed it so much we went back on Saturday!

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  8. Greg

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    food was amazing. only gave 4 stars for ambience because it was freezing!

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  9. Gabreal

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing! The scallops with black garlic YUM

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  10. Julianne

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and creative! Wonderful service. Definitely recommend this one.

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Scales & Shells - Newport is rated 4.7 stars by 174 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Scales & Shells - Newport

527 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840-6710

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    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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