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Red Parrot Restaurant in the Newport County area is a two star American restaurant. This inexpensive establishment is one of the popular restaurants in the area. It's known for its contemporary offerings. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a casual atmosphere. Diners found the food not the greatest.
3.0 of 5 stars.
After walking up and down broadway, I went from not feeling so hungry to having strong craving for some seafood. However, most of the decent looking restaurants are quite formal, crowded and pricy. My...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was attracted to this restaurant when I saw there windows. The service is friendly, but the food is so-so. We order the Grilled Mahi-mahi which is bland and the side, we chose mashed potato was just...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
saw lines waiting and friend heard good things about this place, thus went in to wait and try.first, the waiting system is so confusing. they have 3 floors but instead of getting in one line at a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went to the Red Parrot last night for a bachelorette outing. When we entered, we were told there were 4 other bachelorette parties. A member of our party put our name in upstairs and was quoted a 45...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I read some of these reviews about how great the meals are here and I had to go back to see what I missed. Have been going here for many years and last night I confirmed what I always knew. A place...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten here several times over several years. My visit last week was typically pleasing. Wonderfully large menu with lots of interesting and varied choices. My favorites include the conch...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I was a graphic design major at Roger Williams University my friend and I would travel to Newport, RI for the day. Walking the busy cobblestone streets and sidewalks we were looking for a place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Red Parrot...there you sit on the corner of Thames, beckoning to every tourist that passes...Ive been here a few times. Its fine. I went back recently at the request of my parents on Memorial Day...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for lunch on memorial day holiday weekend on a friend's recommendation. It was of course crowded, which is expected but what was not expected was the hostess/s attitude!!! As we enter and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a MUST stop while in Newport, Rhode Island! We love the conch fritters (the sauce that comes with them is awesome) and the sweet potato fries. The menu is HUGE! Every type of person will...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not a fan of most of the places in the Newport wharf area, mainly due to the tourista aspect, but we hit the Red Parrot on the recommendation of some friends...very pleased...They have a very large...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All of the times that I have been to the Red Parrot in Newport the food has been great! Both on dates and with my family it was enjoyable, the menu is huge, parking can sometimes be a little tricky! I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After asking my friends where I should go in Newport, those who knew the area recommended a stop at The Red Parrot. I was told it was really different that what you'd normally find in Newport. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I frequent here a bit and grab drinks at the three bars that are inside this spot. It sits in a prime location and is on Lower Thames which is where the action is. The drink creations are the best....
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Red Parrot is awesome. Right downtown in Newport. Three floors of bars and tables. You can always get a seat here even on the very crowded summer weekends. Great for large parties. Great for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing I liked about this place was the my entree. Starting out going to Scales and Shells but they weren't open for lunch and I didn't want to wait until dinner time. My boyfriend ate here...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After a long night of riding the porcelain bus, my boy friend and I headed to Newport to do the christmas mansion tours. Gay/touristy I know. I loved it none the less. I digress. Where was i? OH! ok...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to the Parrot many times when visiting Newport and have never been thrilled by the food or service, but it was always acceptable. However, the most recent time will undoubtedly be my last....
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Touristy, yes, but family friendly. There was so much commotion going on the day we visited (a saturday afternoon and was BUSY) that it kept my 17 month old entertained which is hard to do! My food...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not the greatest food in the world, but it is a decent place to go with friends or family and centrally located to most of the touristy stuff in Newport. If you're going to spend $20 per person,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing this place really has going for it is location. The food is average at best...i've been three times in the last two years and twice the entrees came out warm, not hot. Service was unven...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Red Parrot on a Saturday night is packed, regardless of their almost infinite seating areas. At the same time, our party of 6 was seated in only 20 minutes after being told it would be 45, which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was not impressed by the Red Parrot. Their menu is too big, &they need to narrow it down and concentrate on making a couple of good dishes. We sat at the bar to eat and the service was fine....
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yes...a bit touristy, but....worth the trip. Great bar food and a nice location. A perfect place to start the evening with plentiful apps and a cocktail.
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I come here I am always like ehhhhhhhh. The frozen drink list is pretty extensive and creative if your into that kinda thing. But the lobster bisque gave me a tummy ache and the oysters...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Red Parrot is located in the heart of downtown Newport on Thames Street. Mostly a tourist trap and overpriced.The menu tries very hard to be Caribbean and has an overly descriptive menu.I was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Go to the Red Parrot if you're looking for mediocre greasy bar food and a sticky place to bring you kids. It's packed with tourists. They do have good bloodies, though, hence the second star.
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Eh.Though props to stocking one of my fave restaurant wines (Ruffino Orvieto), I was underwhelmed. I got the Baked Stuffed Shrimp, which was effectively crabcake on top of 4 butterflied shrimp. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Eh...that about sums it up but I'll provide some more words to be useful:I was the receiving end of the Lobster Ravioli mentioned in a previous review but let me reiterate. Finding the actually...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Every time that I come to The Red Parrot, I always order their coconut shrimp. It is really delicious. The location of the resturant is ideal for shopping after you eat.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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The Red Parrot is a lot of fun... sort of open air dining on the main street of Newport. The menu is varied and everything was fresh and beautifully presented. The service was a little slow but I really think...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
"Oh your parents are coming to town? So, you're going to the Red Parrot, then?" Those are nearly the only occasions that I've been to this place. It's a 3-star restaurant trying to pawn itself off...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
While Newport is a great place to visit finding good food can be tough, but that is where the Red Parrot comes in. I have eaten here about 3 times. The food is generally very good and I have no...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this seemed like a good spot, i went here once for a friends 21st birthday about 6 years ago, well i was not allowed back into the first bar after leaving to make a phone call, so we all stumbled over...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Huge place, decent food, sloooooow service. Maybe it was just a bad day, but the service was awful and nothing about the food made up for the service. Further, a pet peeve of mine was that dont have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
During a recent visit to the Red Parrot, 4 out of 8 of the group came down with a probably case of food poisoning within 30-45 minutes. When we returned to the restaurant to use their restrooms after...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food and atmosphere were excellent. We sat down right away and got a nice window seat. Very cute place, although I think sometimes it can get pretty crowded in there. We had the oysters on the half...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's been a while since my dining experience at the Red Parrot, but I remember it rather well. My friend and I were visiting her brother (who went to RWU) who was staying in Newport for the summer....
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go down to Newport 2-3 times a week in previous summer. And Red Parrot was one of my stop. Mainly because of their awesome summer drinks. Their cool summer drinks has been voted best of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there a number of years ago when my son graduated from Brown Graduate School. A great place for a group ( I think we numbered 10, maybe more) we sat on the 2nd or 3rd floor.The menu is extensive...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Red Parrot was just what the doctor ordered the morning after the tsunamai that is hanging out with my friends who live out of the country. The only way to make up for so much lost time is to go...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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We thought we would try a different restaurant this time. So we were walking by the Red Parrot and it looked nice enough. The food was good but a little pricey and they messed up the bill. Not a top choice to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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This was a very nice restaurant, though we had to wait 20 minutes in the bar for a table as it was a busy weekend..no big deal. We were a party of six, and no one had any complaints about their meal. Service...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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If you need a good late night choice in Newport, the Red Parrot is a good one. A diverse menu featuring many soups, salads, starters, pizzas and entrees. Standouts include linguini with clams, lobster cakes,...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I give the Red Parrot 4 stars mainly because of their drinks. Outstanding bloody mary! It was a cute little tourist spot to eat in Newport. It was highly recommended as a good place to go by the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Little background on The Red Parrot: The building is listed on the National Register of Historical Places in Newport. It was built in 1898 by John Alton Barker as a meat packing house, where it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We sidled up to the upstairs bar of the Red Parrot and I treated my husband to his first-ever oysters and bloody mary. Boy am I glad we came here! We initially thought we would just start our night...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
when the locals raved about the menu being the size of a book, i immediately went for this restaurant first! they were right!! the menu was really overwhelming...not the ideal place to go if you are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Red Parrot is a convenient lunch-spot in the middle of Newport. The menu consists mainly of standard American fare, but with a Caribbean twist which makes for some interesting taste combinations....
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! Its big enough to accomodate big parties without a huge wait and they have an extensive menu that has something for everyone. You can't go wrong with the area either.. once you...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2005
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The red Parrot is usually consistent, we have enjoyed the soups, apps, pizzas and sandwiches. It is always crowded...we went last night and the experience was not our favorite...it could just be an isolated...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2005
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I was NOT impressed by this place. Parking is a nightmare (as it always is on the waterfront). The food was just ok and the servers seemed like they were given too many diners to care for. I can't even...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/10/2005
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feel free to eat here. I was very unimpressed, and disappointed as I had heard good things about this restaurant. The food was just ok, I don't really remember what all we ate. I know we had co...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/10/2005
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Of course, the off season would be your best bet here, but if you can handle the crowd, its likely worth the wait. Their drink and food menus are both mighty in size, and big on quality as well. Large portions...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/15/2004
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excellent restaurant, great food at a fair price,great service, good people watching from the terrace. right in the center of town
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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the food was not the greatest, but the service was okay...
dine.com - user review
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this airy and popular three-story restaurant is as pleasant as it looks from its prominent location on thames street. sip a salty, cold margarita at the bar; the varied menu will please everyone in your party...
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wow this menu was just huge. something for everyone and a great casual atmosphere. the stuffed mushrooms.....
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