Flora at Gardiner House - Newport

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   Lindsey

   Greater Boston

   93 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   93 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Disappointing food--again. Hope the kitchen figures things out quickly but this has been the third meal here where food was sub par--every dish was either overcooked (chewy lobster), cold (halibut) or tasteless (sole)-- and please get rid of or change your amuse bouche--it's not good). Also, for the second time, they ran out of a main dish on the menu and our res was an early one (our server didn't let us know this until we tried to order it...). It's a lovely space with mostly decent service and good potential--but definitely not where food should be. We remain hopeful!!
   

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   Sam

   Greater Boston

   14 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Good vibe and the holiday decor was a nice touch. Our waitress Ivanne was very good and attentive. However the kitchen line made mistakes twice. Forgot one of our dish and then later sent a wrong dish to our table. The speed from kitchen was also slow. However food was flavorful and delicious so I will give it to the chef! Overall decent experience but not sure if value for the money. I may or may not return!
   

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   SophiaG

   New York City

   3 reviews

   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We went for thanksgiving holiday 2024 the quality and portions of food were very very poor. Surprised and shocked at what we were being served considering the surroundings, service and upscale feel for a $90 price fixe cost. The wild mushroom soup lacked any flavor, severely under seasoned, the turkey was barely average, the ham dry and looked like it was sitting for hours. (2 small 1/4 size slices served as the main)The sides were average at best and under seasoned, the stuffing balls were dry, flavorless, and various sizes. Presentation looked like amateur home cooking. There was nothing gourmet about the meal, looked like cafeteria food. Our total was approx $350 for 3 ppl, no alcohol just 2 sodas. The meal ended with ice cold slices of pumpkin pie (literary super cold) watery in texture with the tiniest mini scoop of ice cream. I’m literally shocked that food of that quality and presentation left the kitchen of such a restaurant.
   

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   Cheryl

   Greater Boston

   194 reviews

   5.0

   194 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner, the choices were good, and the food was delicious. The couple of small things we asked to not be on the plates weren't and the service was wonderful. The restaurant was decorated for Christmas and from the outside to everything inside it was just beautiful A very enjoyable Thanksgiving dinner.
   

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   Richard

   Greater Boston

   33 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   33 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We eat here at different times and love it. The food is wonderful, the service is great and the setting is lovely. We had Thanksgiving dinner here this year and what a treat.
   

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   Tara

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely fabulous bread and circus! Entire staff was welcoming.
   

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   jeffrey

   London

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 22 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Probably the best restaurant in Newport. Service was impeccable and the food fantastic. The only downside was that it is a bit hard to find, down a small street to the wharf, but now that we know how to get there, we will be back often.
   

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   Patricia

   Rhode Island

   17 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on 20 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely great and delicious food. I will be back soon!
   

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   StacieM

   Greater Boston

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 19 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent staff/service, exceptional cuisine (my fav tuna tartare chicken paillard or sole). Crafted cocktails are a great way to start your meal evening. Amazing atmosphere inside holds its own with the stunning harbor views. Love to sit at bar when with a friend or two.
   

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    Cynthia

    Rhode Island

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Outstanding food and service… great bartenders highly recommend
    

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