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The Black Pearl, Newport, RI

The Black Pearl

4.2
4.2
207 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Black Pearl, located in the heart of the city's bustling waterfront on Bannister's Wharf, is one of Newport's best-known and best-loved restaurants. From the warm ambiance and classic cuisine of our Commodore's Room and Tavern to the al-fresco charm of our Waterside Patio, the Black Pearl has something to offer everyone. Enjoy our clam chowder, raw bar, steamed lobster, sandwiches (including burgers, corned beef reuben, salmon, and swordfish), locally caught seafood, and more.

Hours: Open 7 days a week at 11am for Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner.
Reservations: Limited. No reservations will be accepted through the Summer Season.
Dress Code: Casual. Men are required to wear sleeves.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 846-5264
  • Website
    http://www.blackpearlnewport.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit our website and leave your contact info for information about private events.
  • Location
    30 Bannisters Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
  • Area
    Newport
  • Cross Street
    Bannister's Wharf
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

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What 207 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
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Newport County

    Hot spot

  • Newport County

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Pearl offers a charming maritime atmosphere and "excellent clam chowder." Diners praise its "great service" and seafood dishes, like scallops and lobster stew. Outdoor dining offers a lively waterfront view. While some experienced slow service, many highlight the restaurant as a "Newport institution" worth revisiting for its consistent quality.

207 Reviews

  1. LisaMarie

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was tasty, service was good, a little close to other diners. I look forward to visiting again.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The chowder which has a history of being the best was not what it use to be. I was disappointed.
    The Black PearlResponded 6 days ago
    Hi, sorry to hear that. I wonder why it was different since we haven't changed the recipe. If you'd like to reach out at the restaurant I'd like to make it up to you. -Rob

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  3. steve

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service is always good. Never disappoints.
    The Black PearlResponded on 13 November 2024
    We're glad you had a good time Steve. If you feeling like calling the restaurant our managers would enjoy hearing your feedback on how we could have turned those 4 stars into 5.

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  4. AmandaS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing clam chowder!! Also, the lobster salad sandwich (pretty much a lobster roll on a croissant) was such a good value and flavor!! Highly recommend. We were seated in the annex which didn’t give it a tavern vibe but still amazing!! Service was slow to start, then on par.
    The Black PearlResponded on 13 November 2024
    Thank you for the kind words and the 5 stars. Clam chowder and lobster sandwich is my go-to recommendation for here. We're glad you had a good time.

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  5. C

    Key West

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Thankful for server who sold us a Hat and T when 3 others said no.

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  6. Jacqueline

    Fort Lauderdale

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was delicious! The service was good. I will definitely return to Black Pearl.

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  7. Victoria

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the meal and service. Loud group was near us but not your fault, we would go back!
    The Black PearlResponded on 1 November 2024
    Thank you Victoria for the 5 stars. We're glad you enjoyed your visit despite some noisy neighbors. Please let us know next time so we can thank those other people for having a good time but to maybe bring it down a notch so everyone can also have a good time.

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  8. Tom

    Atlanta Metro

    51 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Can be noisy if seated by a large group. Food is good, dining area is a bit tight

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  9. Robert

    Greater Boston

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great chowder and oysters! A fun, “go-to” Venue on the wharf.

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  10. Jocelyn

    Sacramento

    60 reviews

    3.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Really loud, but not surprising given the space. Our server was fine, but the expediter literally dropped the food at the other side of the table and left immediately. Forgot the side dish. Rather than any apology we were told he was new. The food was fine. An okay experience but would not likely return.

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The Black Pearl is rated 4.2 stars by 207 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for The Black Pearl

30 Bannisters Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bannister's Wharf
  • Area
    Newport
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.blackpearlnewport.com/
  • Phone number
    (401) 846-5264
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit our website and leave your contact info for information about private events.
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