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Sardellas
Nov 8, 2008 by Cal from Rhode Island
Overall Rating: 2
Food:[4] • Service:[1] • Atmosphere:[1]

• I'm hard pressed to think of anything.
• The service was especially poor.

“While hoping to avoid tourist trap restaurants in Newport I initially thought Sardella's would fit the bill. I was sorely mistaken. Some items were so bland while other items were so over-spiced with garlic (this coming from a garlic lover); it was as though the food was coming from different restaurants. The portions seemed decent, except for the entree specials, which were way over-priced. The shrimp brochette appetizer was pretty bad -- the shellfish were like rubber. The ambiance was horrendous: loud, crowded and sweltering hot. And, in spite of the sweltering heat, the restaurant had lit some of their kerosene portable heaters and had the fireplace going! The service was especially horrible; long after our appetizers were finished my party and I virtually languished, waiting for the entrees to arrive. When we asked the waitperson -- when we could get her attention, and who seemed more than put out that she had to work that evening -- about the wait we were told that the restaurant was hosting several parties, as if that was a satisfactory excuse to let other paying customers sit around and wait indefinitely. And if you have a question about an item on the menu, forget it! You really got a good helping of attitude with your answer! Oh, and try to get a glass of water to help slake your thirst in the sweltering heat -- forget that, too! It seems to me that Sardella's could do something to be a little more customer friendly and plan their seating a little better. Thankfully, my guests are long-suffering. As for me, I am pretty patient when it comes to restaurants, as I eat out frequently. Rather then write a bad review I will generally give a restaurant at least a second chance. My experience at Sardella's was so unfavorable that I felt compelled to write a review.”

A1 Pizza
Nov 4, 2008 by Sophia from Newport
Overall Rating: 9
Food:[10] • Service:[8] • Atmosphere:[5]

• great pizza.
• Often busy.

“I've been coming here for years - the pizza is one of the two best in town. They specialize also in Greek side-orders and sandwiches. Most people order take out but there are tables inside. It's not a restaurant in my opinion, but a straight pizza parlor run by a local family.”

Newport Blues Cafe
Oct 4, 2008 by Wesley from Seekonk
Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• Food, music.
• Warm up of band during dinner.

“Great food and great music later, we had a really good time with a mixed crowd not too many young or old. We love to visit Newport and will make sure to extend our next visit to say longer and enjoy the club even more.”

Pasta Beach LLC
Sep 28, 2008 by Ann from New York
Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[8]

• Food great, people great, and very entertaining to be at Pasta Beach.
• Bathroom. Needs to be remolded.

“Great little place. Fantastic food. Great service. The wait staff and the chefs were riot to watch. It was so amazing to watch them all in action. They should have there own little TV show! They were funny, nutty and talented.”

A1 Pizza
Sep 15, 2008 by Bessy from new york
Overall Rating: 10
Food:[10] • Service:[10] • Atmosphere:[10]

• It's great.
• Parking can be tough but its worth it.

“I come to Newport every summer with my family and we always stop by A-1 Pizza for their Gyros and Pizza. Food was good and the staff was friendly and the place is clean.”