Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
Discover Newport’s culinary side and let your local guide lead you on this three-hour walking tour through historic neighborhood streets. Explore the evolving diverse culinary landscape of Rhode Island while gaining insight into the history, architecture and cultural components of Newport, Rhode Island. Your tastings will take you to at least 5-6 diverse local restaurants off-the-beaten-path where the locals go, away from the more touristy areas of the city.
A one-of-a-kind guided food tour for Rhode Island natives and visitors alike.
Options
Food Tastings - No Alcohol
Food Tasting - No Alcohol: Newport Neighborhood Food Tour includes six food tastings from at least 6 eateries.
What's included in Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
A Caribbean Eatery where we will have a Jamaican Patty.
One of the most beautiful restaurants in Newport! We will enjoy some amuse-bouche featuring seasonal offerings from local farms.
This historic tavern is home to the best locally inspired Mexican dishes in Newport.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- 3 Alcohol tastings can be added for an additional cost. Contact tour operator to upgrade.
- All food tastings
- Alcoholic drinks unless alcohol included tickets were purchased.
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise us of any allergies or specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Please advise all guests in your group to bring cash for guide gratuities, if you enjoy the tour.
- Vegetarian options are available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Please provide us with each guests name and contact info.
- Changing Covid Policies will apply
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will meet at the intersection of Marlborough St and Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. in front of the Great Friends Meeting House. You will see a community garden alongMarlborough St. and we are to the right it.
End Points
- We sometimes end in Long Wharf Mall.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Tips & Guidelines - Please be sure to send us any specific food and allergy restrictions in advance. We do our best to accommodate but it is not always possible. - Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early to the tour meeting location, we will start promptly at 12 o'clock. - Included in ticket prices are restaurant tips. As part of the hospitality industry if you enjoy the tour our guides except gratuities. - As a courtesy to other guests and to ensure we stay on schedule with each tasting location, shopping is not allowed during the tour. There maybe some drink tastings if you upgraded your tickets however, water will be provided by most establishments. - Please check the weather reports for the day of your tour, dress accordingly our tour operates rain or shine. What to Wear: - Participants will be on their feet and outdoors for most of the walking tour, please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Flip-flops, high heels, and dress-shoes are not recommended. What to Bring: - Umbrellas on rainy days, warm layers on cold days, and cool clothing on hot days will make your experience much more enjoyable. - Participants are urged to bring cameras and recorders. There are plenty of photo opportunities during the tour so you can share on social media. - Guests are urged to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and/or a hat during the summer months. - We encourage you to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated as we are walking. - Food tasting locations are subject to change without notice. Arrival Directions: Upon arrival park in one of many parking lots and garages, Visitor Center on America’s Cup Avenue, Long Wharf Metered Parking Lot or several on Marlborough St. Be aware that parking lots do fill up fast during peak months and days in Newport. You might get lucky if you with unmetered street parking on Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. Meet at the intersection of Marlborough St. & Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. in front of The Great Friends Meeting House in the field.
