
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 633 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Newport Neighborhood Food Tour worth booking?
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour is a 3.3-hour experience in Newport, United States, from $99 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 633 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (633)
- Duration
- 3.3 hours
- From
- $99 per person
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 insi
What you get
About this experience
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.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- 3 Alcohol tastings can be added for an additional cost. Contact tour operator to upgrade.
- All food tastings
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks unless alcohol included tickets were purchased.
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
A Caribbean Eatery where we will have a Jamaican Patty.
10 minutes here · Admission included
One of the most beautiful restaurants in Newport! We will enjoy some amuse-bouche featuring seasonal offerings from local farms.
15 minutes here · Admission included
This historic tavern is home to the best locally inspired Mexican dishes in Newport.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Old Colony House
Learn the history made here
3 minutes here · Admission not included
Great Friends Meeting House
The early history, architecture and significance to Newport
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Brick Market Place
Brief history and intro.
Pass by without stopping
Jane Pickens Theater
Short history
2 minutes here · Admission not included
Cafe serving craft coffees, drinks and locally sourced breakfast and lunch.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Newport
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We sometimes end in Long Wharf Mall.
Options you can book
Food Tastings - No Alcohol
Food Tasting - No Alcohol: Newport Neighborhood Food Tour includes six food tastings from at least 6 eateries.
Food Tasting - With Alcohol
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour includes six food tastings and 3 alcohol tastings from at least 5-6 eateries.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rhode Island Red Food Tours
Know before you go
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 631 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
631 verified traveler reviews for Newport Neighborhood Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Loved local flavors in Newport
We had a lovely time on our walking food tour with Angel in Newport, RI. The tour took us to local restaurants "off the beaten path" for our tastings. We loved the variety of foods offered and the personalized attention from the restaurant staff. Angel was an excellent tour guide.
via Tripadvisor
Recommend
Great tour. Recommend. Loved Angel as tour guide .
via Tripadvisor
A Great Food Tour!
This was a great way to spend a few hours. Angel was an amazing tour guide with a lot of knowledge about Newport. We ate so much good food! My husband & I are so glad we did this tour. It was a good group of people as well & everyone was very nice & personable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone that loves food & history.
via Viator
Food and knowledge
Michelle was great. Entertaining and knowledgeable. Great personality
via Tripadvisor
Something different
So much fun trying some delicious foods!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $99 to $109
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 222
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Newport.
How much does Newport Neighborhood Food Tour cost?
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Prices start at $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Newport usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Newport Neighborhood Food Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Newport is not rushed.
Is Newport Neighborhood Food Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 633 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Newport, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Newport Neighborhood Food Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Newport Neighborhood Food Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Newport Neighborhood Food Tour?
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Around 222 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Newport can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Newport and add a light layer if any part of the 3.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Newport Neighborhood Food Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Newport within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Newport?
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Newport sells mansion tours along Bellevue Avenue, Cliff Walk history, schooner and sunset sails on Narragansett Bay, and food walks through the colonial waterfront. On Outty we rank every Newport experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+), Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours, Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Newport?
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May to October, with sailing at its best in July and August. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Newport?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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