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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.”

Jan 20, 2008 by rachel
Overall Rating: 8
Food:[8] • Service:[9] • Atmosphere:[9]

• Main entree, the service, desserts, ambiance.
• Stale bread and small glasses for drinks.

“We were a bit late for our reservation, but our large group was seated right when we got there. The waitress was amazing and so polite; she almost immediately came to get our drink orders and was sure to let us know she was bringing water too. She clearly told us the specials and their prices, and once we had ordered she immediately brought us a basket of bread. As soon as we'd get through one, she'd bring over another one within seconds. The only thing was- the bread was a bit hard on the outside- too hard for me to bite into so I suspected it was a bit stale. She brought us a pitcher of water without us even asking! Our food came at perfect timing and mine was delicious! Then she brought a dessert plate for the birthday girl and it also was delicious! Overall, a reasonable price for a high quality experience.”

Jul 29, 2007 by Jaime from Rhode Island
Overall Rating: 1
Food:[1] • Service:[1] • Atmosphere:[1]

• None.
• Bad food.

“Three out of the six people from my dinner party became sick off the lobster ravioli. When I called the general manager to give him a heads up he became defensive and questioned my integrity. I will never give this restaurant my business again. On top of making me sick we waited 45 minutes with a reservation and waited another 30 minutes before a waitress came over to our table to take our drink order!”

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