The Reef

4.2

1760 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

The Reef is a gathering spot that captures the heart of the seadog in all of us. It feels like home port in all the right ways, and acknowledges the wanderlust and adventurous spirit in every sailors soul. Situated dockside in Newport Harbor, The Reef is a waterfront restaurant serving international cuisine inspired by the travels of sailors to ports around the world, with a drink selection to suit every taste. Our versatile harborside space is great for intimate gatherings and large celebrations alike, yet casual enough for spontaneous come-as-you-are get-togethers. Down a quick libation at the end of a perfect sail, or enjoy a meal with flavors from faraway places while listening to live music on the patio. Our accommodating staff guarantees a pleasant, memorable experience every time you visit. At the Reef, we believe every day can be a good one when you’re surrounded by the sights, sounds and flavors of the sea.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Global, International, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(401) 324-5852
Website
http://www.thereefnewport.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Overlooking Newport Harbor, The Reef’s breathtaking waterfront views are the ideal backdrop to any event. Our multi-functional spaces accommodate all types of occasions from corporate events, birthdays, wedding celebrations, and more. Delight in a formal dining room celebration while admiring spectacular views through our floor to ceiling glass windows. Or take the party outdoors to our patio with a bar and live DJ! Complete your celebration with craft cocktails and international cuisine inspired by the travels of Newport’s sailors. Our team looks forward to hosting your unforgettable event at one of the most spectacular locations in Rhode Island.

Location
10 W Howard Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
Neighborhood
Newport
Cross street
Thames Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

SPICY TUNA CRISPY RICE$21.00
Cilantro, pickled red onion, pickled carrot, sweet soy, seaweed salad
HAMACHI POKE BOWL$20.00
Sushi rice, tamari, edamame, Mei qi lemon, red cabbage, chili oil, scallion, sesame oil, jalapeno, cucumber, Peruvian purple potato
ROCK SHRIMP$25.00
Baby greens salad, spicy mayo
TRUFFLED BURRATA$27.00
Heirloom tomato carpaccio, crustini powder, grilled sourdough, truffled honey, extra virgin olive oil
ITALIAN FOCACCIA$23.00
Pecorino cream, cherry tomato, goat cheese, seasoned arugula, fig jam, prosciutto
NEW STYLE SASHIMI$21.00
Fresh soy with lemon, orange and lime, Shabu Shabu oil
CLAM FRITTERS$15.00
With Reef sauce
CRUNCHY FRESH
Lime, salt and pepper, sweet and sour sauce or marinara
TACOS (SET OF 3)$21.00
Short Ribs - Iceburg lettuce, BBQ short rib, Pico De Gallo, Pecorino fondue, cilantro Shrimp - Gochujang Korean BBQ sauce, guacamole, Pecorino cream, pickled onions, cilantro Cod - Sancho pepper, guacamole, spicy lime crema, Oaxaca cheese, Pico De Gallo

SOUP

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$15.00
Dashi, dill & tarragon
WEEKLY SPECIAL SOUP$15.00
LOBSTER BISQUE$15.00
Lobster medallion, micro greens

SALAD

TRADITIONAL CAESAR$15.00
Croutons, bacon, house-made Caesar dressing, shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano
MIXED GREENS$33.00
Grilled eggplant, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, burrata sauce, mixed seeds
LOBSTER SALAD$33.00
Grilled half lobster, sesame seeds, pink yogurt sauce

PASTA, RISOTTO & NOODLES

LOBSTER PASTA$37.00
Fresh pappardelle, lobster meat, lobster sauce
KOREAN BBQ NOODLES$21.00
Wok soba noodles, daikon radish, snow peas, red peppers, BBQ pork belly
FRESH WAGYU BOLOGNESE$27.00
Fresh gnocchi, bolognese, ragu, baked in oven
THE ORIGINAL GENOVESE$21.00
Diced potato, rigatoni, basil pesto, long beans
TURMERIC RISOTTO$23.00
Carnaroli risotto, turmeric, tahini, yogurt, lime, shrimp
MUSHROOM PARMESAN RISOTTO$21.00
Carnaroli risotto, porcini, sautéed mushrooms, parmesan powder

SANDWICHES

WARM LOBSTER ROLL$35.00
Secret cream sauce, green apple coleslaw, French fries
HAMACHI ROLL$25.00
Hamachi, poke sauce, daikon radish, greens
SCALLOP CRUDO ROLL$25.00
Marinated scallops, mango pineapple salsa, greens
PRIME BURGER$23.00
Applewood smoked bacon, aged cheddar cheese, Reef sauce, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle
RATATOUILLE BURGER$21.00
Vegetarian, grilled zucchini, eggplant, burrata, honey mustard
PIER BURGER$21.00
Lettuce, tomato, cheddar
- Avocado$4.00
- Bacon$3.00
- Mushroom$2.00
- Caramelized onions$2.00

MAINS

BONE-IN RIBEYE$59.00
14 Ounce ribeye, café de Paris popcorn butter, sweet potato fries
SHORT RIB$35.00
Truffle mashed potato, asparagus, gremolada
FISH & CHIPS LONDON STYLE$25.00
Green mash peas, beer battered cod, dry parsley seasoned french fries
GRILLED HALF LOBSTER$39.00
Parmesan flambé, paprika and lime seasoned French fries
SICILIAN TUNA TATAKI$27.00
Caponata eggplant & tomato
NATIVE STEAMED LOBSTER$59.00
Mashed potatoes, asparagus, truffle mashed potatoes

DESSERT

GINSENG TIRAMISU$15.00
Mascarpone, ginseng foam
FRIED ICE CREAM$15.00
Vanilla ice cream, tempura batter, topped with caramel & melted chocolate
PUMPKIN CRÈME BRÛLÉE$15.00
Classic pumpkin infused crème brûlée with berries
GF CHOCOLATE MOLTEN CAKE$15.00
Topped with salted caramel ice cream
MARINATED RED BERRIES$15.00
Topped with crème fraiche gelato
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE$15.00
Homemade buttermilk biscuit with whipped cream & fresh strawberries

What 1,760 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Newport County
Great for brunch
Newport County
Hot spot
Newport County
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Reef offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food and cocktails," a spectacular waterfront location adorned with string lights, and live music enhancing the atmosphere. Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff." It's a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its "great service" and "stunning views."

1,760 Reviews

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Stephen
VIP
Greater Boston
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Overall, very nice. Some "teething" issues. If no coat room should have a coat rack. Parking close but difficulty in backing up to leave. Given prices and food quality, suggest a "mild" dress code i. e. collared shirts, no denims. The group we were with was a bit on the tawdry side. Menu one of the best for variety and quality of food is excellent.
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Lilly
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
everyone here acted like it was a college bar - Toilet paper all over the ground and WET! Service took forever (no fault of the waiters, it seems like no one was allowed to take notes) and everyone here acted like this was their college bar back home! Extremely loud, not good for a date night, and children running amuck (as someone who LOVED KIDS). Would not return!
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Laurie
Rhode Island
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a party of 9 including a four month old which isn’t always an easy party at a busy restaurant but our server Kayla was amazing attentive gracious and friendly Our food was delicious and hot and our specialty cocktails that we had were perfect!! The 2 hosts at the door were amazing as well! Pretty view can’t say enough good things! We will be back!!
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Kimberly
Rhode Island
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was alright on my part. I ordered something I would never eat so I wasn't use to it but it was good. It was very slow and I expected it to be a little busier, we walked up and thought they were closed cause it was so quiet and no one was there.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Place was barren but they sat us in a place with no view far back. Made no sense. Drinks were amazing and gorgeous. Eat in the bar because the bar looked really nice. Chowder was good. Price high for a lunch menu and we went there to have dinner. Music was not a good vibe. Mix of random current pop that do not suit a nice restaurant. Loud so had to ask to have it lowered or be moved. Would not go back. Waitress and bartender did well - like excellent. Food and menu - don’t get veggie burger or fish and chips. Meh on the calamari.
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Greg
Greater Boston
15 reviews
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It wasn’t a very busy night but the service could have been better. Not great but not bad either. Food was tasty but a bit overpriced.
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Michael
VIP
Greater Boston
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I’m a local , attend the Reef often for brunch and dinner in all seasons throughout the year . Mostly we enjoy it - last night was a little off . Ambience was off - bright lights / all table party’s crammed next to each other even though there were open tables throughout the restaurant . The food was off / first was told no lobster tails / then told they found some - found some ? And they were dark in color and not great . The statler chicken was good and always a tasty staple - but sweet potatoes were cold not cooked all the way . I thought our waitress was very good even though our coffee was forgotten . I don’t usually mind paying a price if it’s worth it last night was not a great night at the Reef .
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Susan
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was not very good. Wine prices were fair. Service was good.
The ReefResponded on October 23, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Susan. While we're glad to hear you enjoyed the service and found our wine prices fair, we're disappointed the food didn't meet your expectations. At The Reef, we strive to provide a well-rounded dining experience, and we appreciate your input as we continue to refine our offerings. We hope you’ll give us another try in the future.
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Linda
VIP
Milwaukee
15 reviews
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The ambiance was not very pleasant. The music was too loud and inappropriate. The food was ordinary as was the service.
The ReefResponded on October 23, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Linda. It’s unusual for us to hear this, as the live music at The Reef is often one of the highlights our guests rave about. We strive to create a vibrant yet comfortable ambiance, so we’ll take your comments to heart to ensure we’re meeting that standard. We hope you’ll consider visiting us again for a more enjoyable experience across the board.
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Iris
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent and the portions are big. The waitresses were very attentive, they came often to check on us and refill our drinks
The ReefResponded on October 16, 2024
Thank you, Iris, for your glowing 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the excellent food and generous portions. It's also wonderful to know that our attentive waitstaff helped make your experience memorable with their care and frequent check-ins. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Reef soon!
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FAQs

The Reef offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 324-5852.

The Reef is rated 4.2 stars by 1760 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

10 W Howard Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

Additional information

Cross street
Thames Street
Neighborhood
Newport
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Global, International, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thereefnewport.com/
Phone number
(401) 324-5852
Private party facilities
Overlooking Newport Harbor, The Reef’s breathtaking waterfront views are the ideal backdrop to any event. Our multi-functional spaces accommodate all types of occasions from corporate events, birthdays, wedding celebrations, and more. Delight in a formal dining room celebration while admiring spectacular views through our floor to ceiling glass windows. Or take the party outdoors to our patio with a bar and live DJ! Complete your celebration with craft cocktails and international cuisine inspired by the travels of Newport’s sailors. Our team looks forward to hosting your unforgettable event at one of the most spectacular locations in Rhode Island.

The Reef

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

LOBSTER SALAD

WARM LOBSTER ROLL

LOBSTER PASTA

TO SHARE

SPICY TUNA CRISPY RICE$21.00

HAMACHI POKE BOWL$20.00

ROCK SHRIMP$25.00

TRUFFLED BURRATA$27.00

ITALIAN FOCACCIA$23.00

NEW STYLE SASHIMI$21.00

CLAM FRITTERS$15.00

CRUNCHY FRESH

TACOS (SET OF 3)$21.00

SOUP

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$15.00

WEEKLY SPECIAL SOUP$15.00

LOBSTER BISQUE$15.00

SALAD

TRADITIONAL CAESAR$15.00

MIXED GREENS$33.00

LOBSTER SALAD$33.00

PASTA, RISOTTO & NOODLES

LOBSTER PASTA$37.00

KOREAN BBQ NOODLES$21.00

FRESH WAGYU BOLOGNESE$27.00

THE ORIGINAL GENOVESE$21.00

TURMERIC RISOTTO$23.00

MUSHROOM PARMESAN RISOTTO$21.00

SANDWICHES

WARM LOBSTER ROLL$35.00

HAMACHI ROLL$25.00

SCALLOP CRUDO ROLL$25.00

PRIME BURGER$23.00

RATATOUILLE BURGER$21.00

PIER BURGER$21.00

MAINS

BONE-IN RIBEYE$59.00

SHORT RIB$35.00

FISH & CHIPS LONDON STYLE$25.00

GRILLED HALF LOBSTER$39.00

SICILIAN TUNA TATAKI$27.00

NATIVE STEAMED LOBSTER$59.00

DESSERT

GINSENG TIRAMISU$15.00

FRIED ICE CREAM$15.00

PUMPKIN CRÈME BRÛLÉE$15.00

GF CHOCOLATE MOLTEN CAKE$15.00

MARINATED RED BERRIES$15.00

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE$15.00

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Does The Reef offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is The Reef currently accepting reservations?

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