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The Black Pearl in the Newport County area is a two star American restaurant. One of the popular restaurants in the Downtown area, this inexpensive place has been around for the last 34 years. This place features outdoor dining. This place features a full bar.
3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so it was a perfect September afternoon, so I guess we could of predicted the 45 minute wait, but at least there are lots of places to wander and window shop while you wait. The outdoor seating on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The joint is so so. It is a tourist trap, so it is expected everything would be mediocre. Not really worth dissecting the place in this review, since nothing was bad or remarkable. Food is B-, service...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based solely on the clam chowder which was excellent. Not gluey, lots of clam and clam flavor. My husband found it a bit salty.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Clam chowder is amazing! Love the outdoor patio seating but I think the hostess needs to smile more often b/c she looked more like a b*tch.
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great day! beautiful weather, wonderful location! service slow to start then was fabulous! "Elissa" no M, was great and very helpful. Chowder was yummy and filling (cup): Bacon, tomato, cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Food is good if you like tasty fresh seafood. Price is ave to high for the type of restaurant and decor. Service is friendly but poor. We had to keep asking for refills of water and drinks on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place rests on its laurels. Perhaps I'm just so spoiled by the foodie scene in Cambridge, but generally speaking, the food in Newport is mediocre. We ordered a soft shell crab dish with garlic...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is wonderful, especially if you like seafood.
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't tell you about anything at the Black Pearl other than their clam chowder. I was originally sent here by relatives who raved about the chowder. And I agree.It's absolutely delicious: Thick but...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We sat outside for casual dining, and ordered a clam chowder and a 1.5lb lobster...mmm! Service was just a-ok, but the clam chowder was awesome with lots of clam chunks, a "must try" item while...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
YES! A beautiful Sunday afternoon lunch in Newport. Yea, summer!! This review is only for outdoor dining, since there was no way we'd sit inside on a day like this!We only waited about half an hour....
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place knows it's seafood. I sat outside on the first nice day in May. We got chowder -- absolutely freakin' delicious. I got a fish special, halibut in a beurre blanc sauce. Oh my Lord, so...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The outdoor seating at Black Pearl can't be beat. It's definitely the best spot for an outdoor lunch in downtown Newport. The service is dicey but the food is darn good...Mussels: Incredible. HUGE...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Table for four seated immediately on the 4th of July - sweetView of the Newport Fort Adams fireworks display - sweetTiny expensive beers - suckedGirl with Dave Matthews Band tattoo on her shoulder -...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Black Pearl, I love your muscles!! Thank you for cooking them so deliciously. I've never had better and your chowder is pretty good as well. Also, thank you for the hot fluffy bread. Without...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I DID go back to the Black Pearl. Had the baby back ribs this time, and out on the patio. Good, but nothing spectacular. Definitely better the first time, when I stuck with what the BP is known for:...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the clam chowder and it was GOOD. Maybe the best or one of the top two best chowder ever.
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went down for the Chowder Cookoff and decided to save our 20 clams (snicker-sorry I had to do it!) and have lunch at the Black Pearl. So worth it. Chowder = Epic Win. Tender clams and potatoes,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Stumbled upon the Black Pearl by accident. Everyone local raves about the clam chowda! (I'm trying I know :) The clam chowder was delicious and perfect. Everything else we ordered was NOT. Clams...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was back in Newport for my high school reunion this past weekend, and ended up at the Black Pearl three times over the course of two days. The menu is boring, the beer and wine list is unimpressive,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I hadn't been to Newport in almost 35 years. My last time was as a college junior during the 1974 America's Cup races. I was able to go aboard Ted Turner's "Courageous," the last wooden entry, a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was delicious. We just picked it for dinner one night, and boy were we impressed. The service was great, the wine list was great, and the view was great (we ate at sunset, and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This spot is in one of the prime locations in Newport, sitting on Bowens wharf and in the summer is probably one of the busiest places you will see in this vibrant city by the sea! The place has an...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The absolutely right atmosphere you want and are craving when pulling into Newport after a 4 hour drive from the south. Right on the water, nautically themed without sinking into maritme...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I had dinner in the Black Pearl Tavern room while visiting Newport. All in all the place was pretty nice and I'd go back there again. The fish was nice and fresh and the chowder was really...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I kept hearing such good things about the clam chowder, and being a clam chowder fanatic, we had to give it a try while we lived in Newport for 6 months. Well, yes, the clam chowder was pretty good!...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like to come here for drinks and chowder on the outside patio. Great views and overall fun atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Grabbing a lunchtime table on the Black Pearl patio is clutch-- you're right on the water, with highly-coveted up close and personal views of all the gorgeous sailboats along cobblestone avenues...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious! We sat out on the patio/deck on a fabulously sunny day right after a wonderful sailboat ride...I had the soft shell crabs which were cooked perfectly and were so delicious!! My plate was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Standard tourist trap that you will run into while in Newport. Although the food was fine, the service was below average. After being shuffled from the main entrance into the back room, we were then...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
overpriced tourist trap serving mediocre seafood fare. avoid like the black plague.
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
GREAT chowder, and a nice laid-back atmosphere. If you're in Newport, and the weather is nice, you've GOT to chill at the outdoor patio. It's right on the water. Nice place to have drinks.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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This was my first meal in Newport- and even though its right on the water and is supposed to have delicious seafood, I for some reason ordered a burger- and it was DELICIOUS! The service was also great.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great drinks, excellent food, lovely service! We waited about 30 minutes for a table, so we hit the bar for drinks. A local named Ron who was sitting at the bar started chatting up my fiance and told...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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The Black Pearl is a remnant from days gone by when one didn't have a choice of great seafood resturants and were stuck with arrogant and unfriendly staff members and old antiquated ambiance. It took what...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I stopped in for lunch on a chilly/rainy day while "soaking" in the sights Newport has to offer. We arrived shortly after 1:00PM and I was surprised to see the lunch rush still going...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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The chowder here is my favorite New England chowder of all time. Casual family atmosphere in one room, more formal dining in the dining room. Buy some chowder to take home.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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The food is very good but it's a little expensive. It's to be expected because the location is perfect for a relaxing drink or dinner by the water. You;ll enjoy the atmosphere as much as the food.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only Chowder I have ever enjoyed! I prefer to sit outside in the summer and look at the boats! People watching is fun as well. Sometimes in the summer the waitresses are awful but I go...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been conquering New England to best clam chowder. So far I have found a few places. Legal seafood, some place I can't remember the name in Seekonk MA. And this place. There's a subtle...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed this place, simply because I am not a seafood fan and they still had other dishes on the menu. Most places I go to when in Newport, have all of the lobster, clams, and seafood chowder you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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Great place to bring the family, while you eat you get a great view of the water. Went here with my family is was so delicious and their prices were reasonable.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The service was below average. I wrote to the restaurant, but did not receive a response. Nuff said.
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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love the chowder! A newport tradition! Terrific food - go in the off season for the best experience!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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Touring through Neport we stopped by to have a few drinks. The atmosphere was bearutiful and very scenic. Loved the cobblestone walks and being able to see all the boats. The drinks were good, just a little...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Took a day trip down to Newport last week to check out the colorful trees. The BF had never been to Rhode Island, so we had to check it out so he could cross it off the list. I had the chili &...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't have the clam chowder, but in retrospect wish I had. Sat outside on a beautiful Sunday night, but was dissapointed that the outdoor menu was so limited. I ordered the baby back ribs...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't bother with the outside seating, I prefer the Tavern or the Galley (Commodore's Room). If you would like to eat in the Galley you really need to make a reservation for dinner at least. That...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't really know what to think about this restaurant. It actually is comprised of three parts:- Sit-down indoor restaurant- Patio bar with restaurant food- Quick grab and go standI decided to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Black Pearl's fantastic clam chowder tastes even better when you are eating it outside, watching boats on the water, and enjoying the sun and a few drinks. The Black Pearl is one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We were seated in the Tavern on a busy lunch weekend within 10 minutes.. which seems quick... but wasn't really because they had about 3 empty tables which they took a while to set up. Pretty lame but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Newport many times having grown up in CT. But I have never eaten at the Black Pearl and decided that's where we were going when we went this last time over Memorial Day weekend.So I'll...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there on a wintry night. Good food - we had snails, liver, and some steak. Portion is not too generous and dinner price is pretty steep, but it somewhat justifiable. Will try their cheaper...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEST clam chowder in the world period.There are others in Newport and New England that try. And The Black Pearl's recipe hands down beats them all.Very Delish...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2007
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This place has the best seafood and clam chowder anywhere in New England. Make wait list reservations because the wait time is at least one hour. But the wait is worth every minute because you will never have...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The review about the Clam Chowder was right on the money. Soooooo good. The food was fine, but nothing really compares to the clam chowder. I didn't even know that it was that famous, so I just got...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2006
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Any visit to Newport must include a visit to The Black Pearl. Diners can choose from the tavern, the main dining room or the fun outside cafe. Any meal is not complete without an order of chowder. Rich with...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Arrived for lunch in a bit of a rush and tried out the lobster salad sandwich, BLT and baked cod (this before we knew the clam chowder had such a fine reputation, or else we'd have ordered it) - solid...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2006
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The Pearl raves about it's chef and his win in a major culinary competition by the front door menu board, well whover judged that competition never ate there! The food was boring, plain and made with zero...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best clam chowder in Newport.This is a review for the take out stand that serves The Black Pearl chowder and hot dogs. Yummy! That's some good stuff!
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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I went here once with a friend and its a nice place. They have a more casual dining area that we ate in during lunch and a more formal one for dinner.The food was excellent and I must recommend it...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/17/2006
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"The Pearl" is a great place to eat! The food is great,the patio is a nice place have a few drinks and enjoy the wonderful outdoors in the summer a. The tavern and patio are casual attire and DO NOT take...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/20/2006
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I have loved the Black Pearl for years....and must say that the service is always top notch.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2005
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I've never gone to the indoor dining area, but have always enjoyed grabbing a casual meal at Black Pearl's outdoor patio, which sits on the dock right outside of the restaurant. The burgers are delicious, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2005
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I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant in 1995 and had the most succulent Rhode Island lobster. Great food, great place!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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Elegant dining, beautiful view of harbor, superb service, exceptional food.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2002
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food was mouth watering and the ambience was waonderful. such a beautiful place to sit and have a few drinks on the water front and enjoy the good company of freiends
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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For decades The Black Pearl has been the most popular dining spot in Rhode Island. The dining room is all burnished dark wood with flattering lighting and nautical art on the walls. The food is essentially...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2002
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This long building near the end of the wharf has you covered. The main building is divided into two sections. The Tavern contains an atmospheric bar and a room with marine charts on the walls. The pricier...
frommers.com - user review
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two different levels of dining available at the black pearl...
dine.com - user review
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ask for the clam chowder...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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we ate outdoors, in the center of action on the wharf. the view of the boats, harbor and the quaint dock side buildings was pleasant. the clam chowder, with a touch of tarragon, was one of the best i have ever...
fodors.com - user review
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the black pearl is widely viewed by rhode islanders as the dress-up place to go for fine dining in newport. the classic american cuisine, from seafood to beef is recommended; and it is situated on a wharf in...
wcities.com - user review
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at this dignified, converted dock shanty, popular with yachters, clam chowder is sold by the quart. dining is in the casual tavern or the formal commodore's room. the latter serves an appetizer of...
nytimes.com - user review
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we ate outside at the black pearl on the wharf. it was fun to be in the middle of the action. the clam.....
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