9/24/2023 0 Comments Escape rosecliff island free play![]() At the top of Bannister's wharf, Sheldon's Fine Art Gallery always catches the eye with gorgeous oil pieces and the nautical photographs at the award-winning Onne Valderwal Gallery feel very Newport. For men's and women's outerwear, Royal Male pulls from the best local and European designers. If you're looking for more of a French Rivera meets Saint Barth's vibe, pop into Mandarine Boutique for a new beach suit or bohemian evening look. Check out Monelle's for chic yachting-themed accessories and the perfect cashmere sweater to stay warm on chillier nights. LR Stayīeyond the restaurants and raw bars, Bannister and Bowen's wharves have some of the best boutiques and art galleries in all of Newport. Social butterflies will float between the two of them all night, which, speaking from experience, will likely end with a midnight dip in the ocean. Come nightfall, the town’s go-to restaurant, Clarke Cooke House, welcomes the late-night crowd to their top floor aka Sky Bar, and downstairs aka the Boom Boom Room. Regarding nightlife, there’s really only one place to go in Newport, or rather two. Don’t forget to save room for dessert – the olive oil gelato is a must-try! - EB The trio brings Italian-centric cocktails, a wide selection of cured meats, and, most notably, Neopolitian-pizza to Newport. New this summer, Mother Pizzeria is a neighborhood joint by local restauranteurs Kevin O’Donnell, Lauren Schaefer, and Kyle Stamp. Pro-tip, opt for a reservation at the chef’s counter for a front-row seat to watch the masters at work. Take a step back from lobster rolls and fried clams and enjoy an exceptionally sophisticated menu focused on using the same local ingredients in a new way. Now boasting two locations in Newport, The Nitro Bar is the perfect spot for an afternoon pick-me-up. If you can snag one, order the Rainbow and Lobster roll but save room for their famous “Snowball in Hell” for dessert-you won’t regret it! - EBīorn out of a basement in Providence, this coffee shop with a cult following offers locals and tourists a wide-ranging menu of barista favorites. The seasonal sushi bar hosts a few heavily sought after seats that have a straight-shot view of the incredible sunset over Bannister’s Wharf. There's nothing better than local-caught sushi at the Clarke Cooke House on a summer Friday. ![]() Make a quick stop for freshly pressed juice, or settle into its cozy, low-key quarters for a hearty salad or grain bowl. Vegans, vegetarians, and anyone else who can’t abide seafood should already be familiar with Root. Come dinnertime, the Commodore dining room serves up catches of the day on white tablecloths-order the classic Black Pearl Clam Chowder! - Lilah Ramzi, Commerce Editor ![]() On the wharf, you’ll find The Black Pearl, a Newport culinary institution that delivers casual dining on their outdoor patio (burgers and clams) and inside, drinks at their cozy Tavern bar. Elisee Browchuk, Experiences Production and Marketing Manager And should you feel inspired to stay a little longer than lunch, it’s also a hotel-check-in and stay all weekend. Order a dozen oysters with a bottle of bubbly and watch the sailboats and mega-yachts pass by all afternoon. Outfitted in charming white Adirondack chairs, The Lawn overlooks neighboring beach towns and sits at the Atlantic entrance of Newport's bustling harbor. Indulge in the panoramic views and the expansive raw bar at Castle Hill's famous summer spot, The Lawn. “We can unequivocally say that the mansion is the luxurious social hub of Newport,” says Will Rentschler, general manager of the Vanderbilt. For a nightcap, head to the hotel’s cheerful roof deck for a spritz and sweeping views of the Newport harbor. Guests can while away their days at any of the Vanderbilt’s luxuriously appointed spaces: take in an afternoon tea in the verdant Garden Terrace or the solarium-like Conservatory, enjoy a stiff brandy (or good book) in the plush sitting rooms, then float into the mansion’s handsome dining room for a menu of elegant coastal fare from Pasquale Jones's alum Tim Caspare. With its sweeping staircases, Georgian columns, and emerald-and-sapphire color palette, the hotel’s stately entrance is indeed immediately transporting. The 33-room mansion, which was originally built by a Vanderbilt heir in 1908, has recently completed a property-wide renovation, restoring the space to its aristocratic roots. One property, the Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection, is well-practiced at giving visitors the best of Newport’s past and present. A gilded age playground, it’s the perfect retreat for those of us who yearn for summer idyll with a side of history. When the Hamptons start to feel humdrum, consider a trip to another time and head due north to Newport, Rhode Island.
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