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The Red Parrot
- August 23, 2006
- Rated 4 of 5 by
zabelle from Portland, Connecticut
It is hard to miss the Red Parrot. It has one of the premier locations in downtown Newport, on the corner of Memorial Drive and the Thames. The large Red Parrot on the side of the building is also a dead giveaway. We stopped in for a late lunch at about 3pm on a Thursday, and it was surprising how many people were there.
Get ready to have a blast just reading the menu. It is full of information, not only about the building that houses the restaurant, but also about the history of Newport. When you get to the drink section, you will be astounded by the variety of both alcoholic and nonalcoholic choices. I was economizing, so I just had a Corona Light, but I certainly was intrigued by the Chocolate Monkey: dark creme de cocoa liqueur, creme de banana, fresh banana, chocolate syrup, and vanilla ice cream, topped with whipped cream and banana. It is amazing on so many different levels. If you want to find out why the Lady Godiva’s Gigalo was nominated best hot drink in Newport in 1997, you will just have to go there and find out or check out their website at www.redparrot.com.
The atmosphere here is very tropical. There are ferns and ceiling fans with wooden tables and chairs with leather studded seats. We had a window seat over looking Thames Street. The section we were seated in was down two stairs from the bar level and the entrance. There are lots of menu choices, running the gamut from nachos and sandwiches to seafood and steak with a Caribbean flare.
I ordered the jerk shrimp appetizer, three jumbo shrimp served on a skewer with pineapple and a small side of salsa. It was perfect; there was plenty of jerk seasoning on both the shrimp and the pineapple and the salsa was fresh with pieces of pineapple in it. The plate was garnished with a small salad. I ate every bite.
Al had the simple burger, and it was anything but simple. It was served on a beautiful roll with grilled onions and cheese. It should have had BBQ sauce, but he asked them to skip it. It was served with a side of seasoned fries and a pickle.
I hadn't ordered an appetizer, so I would have enough room to try the fondue. Warm chocolate served in an edible taco bowl with strawberries, bananas, and pineapples to dip. Oh, did I forget to mention the two pieces of brownie that decorated the plate. The chocolate had cinnamon sprinkled on the top, and the fruit was served on skewers. It certainly was more than enough for the two of us to share.
Service was prompt and friendly, and we never wanted for anything.
From journal Noshing in Newport
The Red Parrot Restaurant
- February 10, 2006
- Rated 4 of 5 by
cjwelty from stratham, New Hampshire
This restaurant is like a pub and has a bar, tables and booths. They serve lots of different dishes; from lobster quesadillas, conch fritters, shrimp dishes, lobster salad, Mediterranean pasta, grilled swordfish, NY strip steak, to all different types of desserts. It is a great place for lunch and dinner. Not expensive, as some of the restaurants can be in Newport. Great food, and a truly great lunch experience.
From journal Weekend Getaway in Newport R.I.
The Red Parrot
- September 24, 2003
- Rated 4 of 5 by
Tom&Maureen from Simsbury, Connecticut
We enjoy the varied menu here. You can get everything from a basic burger to a Caribbean specialty. They also have terrific seafood. We enjoy going later in the afternoon for drinks and appetizers and sitting in a window seat while we watch the world go by.
From journal Fabulous Newport, RI
The Red Parrot
- March 8, 2003
- Rated 3 of 5 by
tigges from Dubuque, Iowa
This bar was right across the street from the Newport Bay Club, and it had a really nice atmosphere. The beer was $3 a glass, which is average for the area. I had crab cakes that were very good, but not very large. We did enjoy it though.
From journal Surprising Newport
The Red Parrot
- December 8, 2002
- Rated 4 of 5 by
whoopi from Kennebunk, Maine
Super menu. Something for every taste and every budget from sandwiches and salads to ribs, seafood, and steaks. WOW on the desserts. Entertainment. Upbeat atmosphere.
From journal Newport Revisited AGAIN & AGAIN