The Reef

4.3 (1972)

$31 to $50

Seafood

10 W Howard Wharf, Newport, RI 02840

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Romantic

The Reef is a gathering spot that captures the heart of the seadog in all of us. It feels like home port in all the right ways, and acknowledges the wanderlust and adventurous spirit in every sailors soul. Situated dockside in Newport Harbor, The Reef is a waterfront restaurant serving international cuisine inspired by the travels of sailors to ports around the world, with a drink selection to suit every taste. Our versatile harborside space is great for intimate gatherings and large celebrations alike, yet casual enough for spontaneous come-as-you-are get-togethers. Down a quick libation at the end of a perfect sail, or enjoy a meal with flavors from faraway places while listening to live music on the patio. Our accommodating staff guarantees a pleasant, memorable experience every time you visit. At the Reef, we believe every day can be a good one when you’re surrounded by the sights, sounds and flavors of the sea.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Global, International, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(401) 324-5852
Website
http://www.thereefnewport.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Overlooking Newport Harbor, The Reef’s breathtaking waterfront views are the ideal backdrop to any event. Our multi-functional spaces accommodate all types of occasions from corporate events, birthdays, wedding celebrations, and more. Delight in a formal dining room celebration while admiring spectacular views through our floor to ceiling glass windows. Or take the party outdoors to our patio with a bar and live DJ! Complete your celebration with craft cocktails and international cuisine inspired by the travels of Newport’s sailors. Our team looks forward to hosting your unforgettable event at one of the most spectacular locations in Rhode Island.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
10 W Howard Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
Neighborhood
Newport
Cross street
Thames Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

SPICY TUNA CRISPY RICE$21.00
Cilantro, pickled red onion, pickled carrot, sweet soy, seaweed salad
HAMACHI POKE BOWL$20.00
Sushi rice, tamari, edamame, Mei qi lemon, red cabbage, chili oil, scallion, sesame oil, jalapeno, cucumber, Peruvian purple potato
ROCK SHRIMP$25.00
Baby greens salad, spicy mayo
TRUFFLED BURRATA$27.00
Heirloom tomato carpaccio, crustini powder, grilled sourdough, truffled honey, extra virgin olive oil
ITALIAN FOCACCIA$23.00
Pecorino cream, cherry tomato, goat cheese, seasoned arugula, fig jam, prosciutto
NEW STYLE SASHIMI$21.00
Fresh soy with lemon, orange and lime, Shabu Shabu oil
CLAM FRITTERS$15.00
With Reef sauce
CRUNCHY FRESH
Lime, salt and pepper, sweet and sour sauce or marinara
TACOS (SET OF 3)$21.00
Short Ribs - Iceburg lettuce, BBQ short rib, Pico De Gallo, Pecorino fondue, cilantro Shrimp - Gochujang Korean BBQ sauce, guacamole, Pecorino cream, pickled onions, cilantro Cod - Sancho pepper, guacamole, spicy lime crema, Oaxaca cheese, Pico De Gallo

SOUP

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$15.00
Dashi, dill & tarragon
WEEKLY SPECIAL SOUP$15.00
LOBSTER BISQUE$15.00
Lobster medallion, micro greens

SALAD

TRADITIONAL CAESAR$15.00
Croutons, bacon, house-made Caesar dressing, shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano
MIXED GREENS$33.00
Grilled eggplant, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, burrata sauce, mixed seeds
LOBSTER SALAD$33.00
Grilled half lobster, sesame seeds, pink yogurt sauce

PASTA, RISOTTO & NOODLES

LOBSTER PASTA$37.00
Fresh pappardelle, lobster meat, lobster sauce
KOREAN BBQ NOODLES$21.00
Wok soba noodles, daikon radish, snow peas, red peppers, BBQ pork belly
FRESH WAGYU BOLOGNESE$27.00
Fresh gnocchi, bolognese, ragu, baked in oven
THE ORIGINAL GENOVESE$21.00
Diced potato, rigatoni, basil pesto, long beans
TURMERIC RISOTTO$23.00
Carnaroli risotto, turmeric, tahini, yogurt, lime, shrimp
MUSHROOM PARMESAN RISOTTO$21.00
Carnaroli risotto, porcini, sautéed mushrooms, parmesan powder

SANDWICHES

WARM LOBSTER ROLL$35.00
Secret cream sauce, green apple coleslaw, French fries
HAMACHI ROLL$25.00
Hamachi, poke sauce, daikon radish, greens
SCALLOP CRUDO ROLL$25.00
Marinated scallops, mango pineapple salsa, greens
PRIME BURGER$23.00
Applewood smoked bacon, aged cheddar cheese, Reef sauce, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle
RATATOUILLE BURGER$21.00
Vegetarian, grilled zucchini, eggplant, burrata, honey mustard
PIER BURGER$21.00
Lettuce, tomato, cheddar
- Avocado$4.00
- Bacon$3.00
- Mushroom$2.00
- Caramelized onions$2.00

MAINS

BONE-IN RIBEYE$59.00
14 Ounce ribeye, café de Paris popcorn butter, sweet potato fries
SHORT RIB$35.00
Truffle mashed potato, asparagus, gremolada
FISH & CHIPS LONDON STYLE$25.00
Green mash peas, beer battered cod, dry parsley seasoned french fries
GRILLED HALF LOBSTER$39.00
Parmesan flambé, paprika and lime seasoned French fries
SICILIAN TUNA TATAKI$27.00
Caponata eggplant & tomato
NATIVE STEAMED LOBSTER$59.00
Mashed potatoes, asparagus, truffle mashed potatoes

DESSERT

GINSENG TIRAMISU$15.00
Mascarpone, ginseng foam
FRIED ICE CREAM$15.00
Vanilla ice cream, tempura batter, topped with caramel & melted chocolate
PUMPKIN CRÈME BRÛLÉE$15.00
Classic pumpkin infused crème brûlée with berries
GF CHOCOLATE MOLTEN CAKE$15.00
Topped with salted caramel ice cream
MARINATED RED BERRIES$15.00
Topped with crème fraiche gelato
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE$15.00
Homemade buttermilk biscuit with whipped cream & fresh strawberries

What 1,972 people are saying

The Reef reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

1,972 Reviews

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Katrina Gold
Greater Boston35 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love going to the Reef. It's always a very pleasant experience for us.
The ReefResponded on December 17, 2025
Thank you so much! We’re always happy to welcome you to The Reef and are thrilled to hear it’s consistently a pleasant experience. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Marcia Gold
Greater Boston12 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic food, view and service. Overall close to perfect...the dining area could have used some heat. We were cold. We will be back!
The ReefResponded on November 12, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, view, and service. We appreciate your feedback about the temperature and will be sure to pass it along to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Amy Gold
Greater Boston43 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great views and always open when we needed it. At outside in October and then inside in November. Food was very good, not gourmet in my opinion, but reliably good. Some parking and off the beaten track in crazy Newport. I’d go again!
The ReefResponded on November 12, 2025
Thank you for visiting us and for sharing your thoughtful feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the views, food, and both our indoor and outdoor spaces. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back the next time you’re in Newport!
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William
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Diane was excellent ! It was a 32nd anniversary and we were glad to share it at the reef. Excellent experience!
The ReefResponded on November 5, 2025
Thank you for celebrating your 32nd anniversary with us! We're so glad you had an excellent experience and will share your kind words with your server!
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Ritchy Gold
Baltimore11 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
And have the best friends at Newport. I’m coming in a few years and it just keeps getting better and better.
The ReefResponded on October 29, 2025
Thank you for the five star review Ritchy!
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Elizabeth
Rhode Island1 review
5.0
Dined on October 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The racers helped us out the restaurant was clean and friendly and there was no problems with anything and it was nice
The ReefResponded on October 29, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear everything was clean, friendly, and enjoyable. We hope to see you again soon!
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Caroline
Greater Boston30 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The Reef seemed to be very busy on the night we were there. Our server Olivia was kind, but too busy to give our table the attention I would have liked. My food came out ice cold (Risotto) but was promptly brought a new one (would have liked an explanation along with the apology). The bar was also very slow on getting out drinks to the table. Hotsesses also did not say anything to us as we were leaving. We enjoyed the food when it was correct but probably would not return due to the inattentivness of the staff.
The ReefResponded on October 29, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed your meal once it was corrected, but we’re sorry for the delays and lack of attentiveness you experienced. We’ll be reviewing this with our team to ensure better communication and service, even on busy nights.
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Christine
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dining experience included an elegant dining room with an amazing view, exceptional service, and delicious food. The lobster pasta was recommended by our server and enjoyed. The Caesar was one of the best I’ve ever had.
The ReefResponded on October 29, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the view, service, and your meal, especially the lobster pasta and Caesar salad. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
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Jessica
Connecticut9 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Food was terrible. Tasteless. Servers were okay - not super welcoming, didn’t give us specials. Took food away before we were done.
The ReefResponded on October 29, 2025
We’re sorry to hear your experience fell short. We’ll review your feedback with our team to improve both food and service. Thank you for letting us know.
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Tiffany
South Africa13 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food and service was good. My only suggestion is to offer wine with more reasonable price points. I don’t think there was anything below $85. That will keep me from returning.
The ReefResponded on October 22, 2025
Thank you for your kind words about our food and service! We hope to have the chance to welcome you back in the future.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Global, International, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(401) 324-5852
Website
http://www.thereefnewport.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Overlooking Newport Harbor, The Reef’s breathtaking waterfront views are the ideal backdrop to any event. Our multi-functional spaces accommodate all types of occasions from corporate events, birthdays, wedding celebrations, and more. Delight in a formal dining room celebration while admiring spectacular views through our floor to ceiling glass windows. Or take the party outdoors to our patio with a bar and live DJ! Complete your celebration with craft cocktails and international cuisine inspired by the travels of Newport’s sailors. Our team looks forward to hosting your unforgettable event at one of the most spectacular locations in Rhode Island.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
10 W Howard Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
Neighborhood
Newport
Cross street
Thames Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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The Reef

About this restaurant

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TO SHARE

SPICY TUNA CRISPY RICE$21.00

HAMACHI POKE BOWL$20.00

ROCK SHRIMP$25.00

TRUFFLED BURRATA$27.00

ITALIAN FOCACCIA$23.00

NEW STYLE SASHIMI$21.00

CLAM FRITTERS$15.00

CRUNCHY FRESH

TACOS (SET OF 3)$21.00

SOUP

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$15.00

WEEKLY SPECIAL SOUP$15.00

LOBSTER BISQUE$15.00

SALAD

TRADITIONAL CAESAR$15.00

MIXED GREENS$33.00

LOBSTER SALAD$33.00

PASTA, RISOTTO & NOODLES

LOBSTER PASTA$37.00

KOREAN BBQ NOODLES$21.00

FRESH WAGYU BOLOGNESE$27.00

THE ORIGINAL GENOVESE$21.00

TURMERIC RISOTTO$23.00

MUSHROOM PARMESAN RISOTTO$21.00

SANDWICHES

WARM LOBSTER ROLL$35.00

HAMACHI ROLL$25.00

SCALLOP CRUDO ROLL$25.00

PRIME BURGER$23.00

RATATOUILLE BURGER$21.00

PIER BURGER$21.00

MAINS

BONE-IN RIBEYE$59.00

SHORT RIB$35.00

FISH & CHIPS LONDON STYLE$25.00

GRILLED HALF LOBSTER$39.00

SICILIAN TUNA TATAKI$27.00

NATIVE STEAMED LOBSTER$59.00

DESSERT

GINSENG TIRAMISU$15.00

FRIED ICE CREAM$15.00

PUMPKIN CRÈME BRÛLÉE$15.00

GF CHOCOLATE MOLTEN CAKE$15.00

MARINATED RED BERRIES$15.00

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE$15.00

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