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Smoke House, Newport, RI

Smoke House

4.7 (242)
$30 and under
Barbecue
31 Scotts Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Kid-friendly
At Smoke House, dig in to rustic flavors tapped from backyard memories, boldly prepared to heat things up, and chilled, original drinks to cool you down. Or bring the Smoke House home with one of our crowd-pleasing catering packages!

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant directly for catering information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Smoke House.

4.7

4.7
(242)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Kid-friendly

  • Rhode Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Newport County

    Best Value

  • Newport County

    Kid-friendly

  • Newport County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Newport County

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smoke House is a beloved Newport destination with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "pulled pork nachos" and "smoked Old Bay wings." The location is perfect for people-watching, providing a "fun atmosphere." While some dishes could improve, the overall experience is warm and welcoming.
242 Reviews
  1. Cheryl Gold

    Greater Boston236 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a busy Boat Show day and the end of the season for Smoke House so there were a few things that they were out of. We were expecting the dinner menu but the entrees weren't offered so were were a little disappointed but ordered off the current menu and we enjoyed our food. We had one of the white wines and the beers on tap that were still being offered and we both had the turkey club, both were good and huge portions. Service was good and the manager stopped by. We look forward to seeing them next year!

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  2. April Gold

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time I go back to the smokehouse it feels like a family reunion. Helpful and warm staff. Wonderful food. A easy and comforting experience.

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  3. Steve

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and staff are always amazing. We go once sometimes twice a year before they close for the winter and they never disappoint. The pulled pork nachos and the smoked old bay wings are our go to menu items. A must go and must try restaurant

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  4. Ruth Gold

    Greater Boston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and it's a great spot for people watching

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  5. Thomas Gold

    Greater Boston37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've eaten here several times and each time seems to be better than the last. The management here is superior. One of the managers, Denise visited our table to make sure everything was ok.

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  6. Jackie Gold

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All good! Great service! Emmy was super nice. Wings were great.

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  7. Peter Gold

    Washington DC9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 4, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    They seemed to be having an off night. The service was great, but the food wasn’t up to their usual standards

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  8. Janet Gold

    Rhode Island18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 2, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good; waiter was excellent. Unfortunately, dogs are permitted. They sat a couple with 3 dogs next to us!

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  9. David

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    you need to offer lobster bibs the sauce is awesome the stains not so much so

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  10. Kristen Gold

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing - the drinks - the food - the service - one of our favorite spots

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant directly for catering information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Newport
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Smoke House offers outdoor seating; guests frequently mention the patio and eating outside on sunny afternoons while enjoying the wharf-side views.

Smoke House has a warm, vibrant BBQ vibe, an open, wharf-side spot with an upbeat, friendly atmosphere that guests describe as fun and welcoming.

Yes, Smoke House can be a lovely choice for a special evening: guests report memorable birthday and partner celebrations, attentive service, and a drinks list with cocktails and wines to enjoy.

The beef brisket is a standout at Smoke House, it’s smoked daily and repeatedly praised by guests for its tenderness and flavor.

Yes, Smoke House is family-friendly: multiple guests praise accommodating servers with toddlers and babies, and families (including a 4‑year‑old) are regular visitors.

Yes, the menu asks diners with allergies to notify the restaurant, and guests report staff taking good care of allergy needs when informed.

Portions at Smoke House tend to be generous, guests regularly describe items like the nachos and combo platters as hefty and say they often leave comfortably full.

Smoke House has indoor dining and a lively bar, plus outdoor patio seating, guests frequently mention sitting at the bar or enjoying the patio on Bowen’s Wharf.

Yes, the beverage menu features craft cocktails like Paradise Sangria and the Smoke House Espresso Martini, local drafts on tap, a wide selection of ales and lagers, plus a curated wine list.

Yes, the patio is welcoming to dogs: guests describe a shaded, dog-friendly patio and staff bringing water for visiting dogs.

How FAQ content is generated

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  2. United States
  3. Rhode Island
  4. Newport County
  5. Newport

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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