Surf Club

4.5

432 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Mar 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Escape to Surf Club, a coastal gem in Newport. Experience rustic elegance with natural wood tones and marble accents that create a warm ambiance. Our restaurant features a Marra Forni brick pizza oven, crafting thin-crust pizzas that melt in your mouth. Our menu highlights fresh, local ingredients, focusing on comfort food classics like burgers, mac & cheese, and salads. Enjoy a casual dining experience perfect for sharing plates and making memories with friends and family. Whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a cozy corner to relax, Surf Club is your ideal escape.

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Location
337 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840
Phone number
(401) 619-5701
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Pizza Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is available on the street. The nearest paid parking lot is located on Thames Street, your first right hand turn before Midtown Oyster Bar.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Will Aguiar
Delivery & takeout
Order direct
Private party facilities
Surf Club is available for private parties of all sizes. With accommodations of up to 120 people, (40 for non-private) contact our General Manager Laurie Berbrick for information on your own private event. 401-236-2883 / laurie@surfclubnewport.com

Experiences

April 2nd Pizza Making Class!
$75.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 2, 2025 only
6:00 PM
In this pizza-making class, Chef Brian will teach you how to make classic Neapolitan-style pizza using local, fresh and flavorful ingredients. You’ll learn every step of the pizza making process - from mixing, balling, stretching, shaping, to baking the final product! We will provide an assortment of your favorite Surf Club snacks, beer and wine to enjoy. These hands-on pizza classes are perfect for birthday parties, corporate events, and fun nights out with family and friends. Private classes available for for 15 guests or more! Classes begin promptly at 6:00pm with guest check-ins at 5:45. Ticket's are non-refundable, but may be used for future dates.

Popular dishes

Chop Chop$12.00
Mixed Greens, Fresh Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Cucumber and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Spicy Chicken Caesar$16.00
Romaine Hearts, Applewood Smoked Bacon Parmesan, Spicy Caesar Dressing
Chicken Taco Salad$17.00
Crisp Romaine, Pico de Gallo, Roasted Corn Black Beans, Cheddar Cheese, Crispy Tortilla Strips Cilantro-Lime Ranch Dressing

SNACKS

Surf Chili$13.00
Made In-House, Topped with Sour Cream and Served with Crispy Tortilla Chip
Ahi Tuna Poké Nachos*$22.00
Avocado, Cucumber, Scallion, Wasabi Kimchi Aioli's, Soy, Black & White Sesame, & Furikake
House Guacamole$13.00
Freshly Made In-House, Served With Crispy Tortilla Chips
Garlic-Ginger Wings$16.00
Delicately Flavored With Sesame Seeds and Scallions
Sweet Thai Chili Wings$16.00
Infused with Citrus Ponzu and Topped With Scallions
Scratch Meatballs$12.00
House-Made, Smothered in Spicy Marinara Topped with Whipped Ricotta, Parmesan and Basil
Crispy Green Beans$10.00
A Toasted Onion Batter Served with Miso-Maple Aioli
Twisty Bread$12.00
Garlic Oil, Parmesan, Tomato Fondue
Vegetarian Buffalo Tenders$13.00
Drizzled with Truffle Ranch and Scallions
Garlic-Fries$10.00
Perfectly Crispy Tossed in Garlic Oil

SANDWICHES

Cali Chicken$17.00
Grilled Chicken, Layered with Bacon, Lemon Pepper Aioli, Lettuce, Avocado, Alfalfa Sprouts On Toasted Ciabatta
Surf Club Burger*$18.00
Gruyère, Bacon, Caramelized Onion “Secret Sauce”, Toasted Brioche Bun
Nashville Hot Chicken$16.00
Panko Breaded Chicken Breast, Lettuce Dill Pickles, Truffle Ranch Toasted Brioche Bun
Short Rib Melt$19.00
Braised Short Rib, Grilled Onions, Melted Cheddar Cheese, Grilled Sour Dough Bread
Pork Belly Sliders (3)$19.00
Tender Pork Belly With Asian Slaw, Ginger Sauce, Sesame Seeds and Cilantro

PIZZA

Crafted with Our 72-Hour Dough and Finished with Newport Sea Salt & Pecorino Romano

The Classic$16.00
Traditional Tomato Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil
Chicken Bacon Ranch$17.00
Blackened Chicken, Sriracha Ranch, Fresh Mozzarella, Finished with Scallions
Scratch Meatball$18.00
Marinara, Whipped Ricotta, Fresh Mozzarella, Pickled Red Onion
Pizza Blanco$15.00
Golden Spanish Onion, Crispy Garlic, Shredded Mozzarella, Crushed Red Pepper
Crispy Buffalo Chicken$19.00
Garlic Oil, Shredded Mozzarella, Banana Peppers, Bacon, Truffle Ranch, Scallions
Pepperoni$18.00
Classic Pepperoni, Tomato Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Hot Pepper Oil
Prosciutto & Arugula$20.00
Crumbled Gorgonzola, Fresh Mozzarella, Orange Zest, Drizzled with Honey
Grilled Chicken Pesto$17.00
Nut-Free Pesto, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Tomatoes

BOWLS

Seared Tuna Poké$24.00
Sweet Cabbage Slaw, Wakame, Edamame, Furikake, Kimchi Aioli, Cilantro Lime Rice, Sweet Soy Sauce
Blackened Shrimp$21.00
Cilantro Lime Rice, Braised Black Beans, Smashed Avocado, Cheddar Cheese, Pico de Gallo
Tequila Braised Pork$22.00
Cilantro Lime Rice, Braised Black Beans, Mango Salsa, Caramelized Plantains, Salsa Verde
Blackened Chicken Mac & Cheese$19.00
Cajun Spiced Rub, Smoked Gouda Sauce, Toasted Panko Breadcrumbs
Short Rib Mac & Cheese$20.00
Smoked Gouda Sauce, Slow Braised Short Rib, Toasted Panko Breadcrumbs

Vegan Menu

Vegan cheese can be added to any entree $3

Avocado Toast$14.00
Toasted Country Loaf Bread topped with Smashed Avocado, Braised Black Beans, Pico de Gallo, and Cilantro
Spicy Vegan Surf Bowl$16.00
Sautéed Edamame, Wakame, Arugula, Cilantro Lime Rice, Mango Salsa, Scallions, Sriracha, & Sweet Soy Reduction
Vegan Veggie Pizza$17.00
Garlic Oil, Arugula, Spanish Onions, Cherry Tomatoes, Sweet Peppers, Newport Sea Salt
Classic Tomato Pie$13.00
Our Award-Winning Dough topped with San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Newport Sea Salt

Dessert Menu

Blondie Brownie Sundae$10.00
Blonde Brownie, Chocolate Chunks, Toffee with Gelato and Whipped Cream
Cinna-Bites$11.00
Our Award-Winning Fried Dough Balls, Cinnamon, Brown Sugar, Icing
Dulce De Leche Cake$12.00
Vanilla Cake, Airy Dulce De Leche Mousse, a Silky Glaze Topped With Salted Caramel Crispy Pearls
Sorbet$3.00
Lemon or Mango

What 432 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Newport County
Best Ambiance
Newport County
Best Value
Newport County
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Surf Club in Newport offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service" and a cozy ambiance. Guests rave about the "fantastic" Chicken Pesto Pizza and vegetarian options like the spicy watermelon margaritas. While there are occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a favorite for its "unique ambience" and "delicious local foods."

432 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Nashville4 reviews
1.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Made a reservation weeks prior, received a phone call stating there is a $20 cover fee. So fine, because it was the St Patty’s Day Parade. Restaurant failed to tell me that there was a “prefix” menu of food children would eat. My group and I spent $140 to choose from, a cheeseburger, garlic fries, chicken tenders and pizza. Never would we have paid money to go and eat subpar food. Five of us ended up ordering a burger and asked if it came with fries. The waiter was stated it did. After she came out with a “basket” of fries that we all needed to pick out of. The whole experience was like going to a food hall. We did not receive utensils, and had to go find napkins at the bar. Huge disappointment. The woman collecting the cover fee at the door was extremely rude, that should’ve been the first warning.
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was so nice! The drinks were great and food was delicious!! Will be back again !
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Mike VIP
Greater Boston47 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Solid food with limited menu. Great staff, cool place. For a pub food type dinner it’s a good spot!
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Jacci
Greater Boston10 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! We had 8 adults and 2 children in one of the big surf board booths behind the back wall of the bar and it was a perfect experience. We ordered appetizers, drinks, pizzas, and kids dinners which were all delicious! Great time was had by ages 3-53!
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Rachel VIP
Greater Boston15 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was excellent and the food was delicious. My granddaughter loved her cheese pizza that was shaped like Mickey Mouse; such a wonderful surprise.
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Nancy
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Went for an early dinner on New Year's Eve and had the worst service ever. The restaurant was not that crowded at all, and we never received an item we ordered. The worst part is the waitress when asked about it, rudely replied, "I don't make the drinks" and didn't do anything to check on it or provide us what we ordered. Unbelievable. We love Newport and come multiple times a year and love eating out at all the many great restaurants - the Surf Club is obviously not properly managed and can't handle a normal (not crowded) service. The worst was this surly waiter/busboy who when we were leaving made a snarky comment because we had complained that we never received our order but it was on the check. These servers have no idea what fine or even decent service is. Having been in the restaurant business for years, these two would have been fired so quickly if an owner only knew. Bad service is bad enough but then to be combative when called out on it is seriously ruinous to a business. None of us will be returning to the Surf Club - ick.
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Terri-Lynn VIP
Greater Boston14 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is very good and the ambience is unique. Service was excellent
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AMSR
Louisville11 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish at our table was perfectly made. Our favorite restaurant so far!
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Matthew
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Evelyn was super Terri. And the food and space were great!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on July 9, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Pizza wasn’t as good as it used to be and their staple twisty bread was bland this time. It’s gone downhill
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FAQs

Surf Club offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 619-5701.

Surf Club is rated 4.5 stars by 432 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

337 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840

Additional information

Phone number
(401) 619-5701
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Pizza Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is available on the street. The nearest paid parking lot is located on Thames Street, your first right hand turn before Midtown Oyster Bar.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Will Aguiar
Delivery & takeout
Order direct
Private party facilities
Surf Club is available for private parties of all sizes. With accommodations of up to 120 people, (40 for non-private) contact our General Manager Laurie Berbrick for information on your own private event. 401-236-2883 / laurie@surfclubnewport.com

Surf Club

Make a reservation

Additional information

April 2nd Pizza Making Class!

Surf Club Pizza Benedict

Surf Club Burger

Pepperoni

TACOS

Blackened Chicken$15.00

Steak Taco$16.00

Fish Taco*$16.00

Seared Ahi Tuna*$16.00

SALADS

Chop Chop$12.00

Spicy Chicken Caesar$16.00

Chicken Taco Salad$17.00

SNACKS

Surf Chili$13.00

Ahi Tuna Poké Nachos*$22.00

House Guacamole$13.00

Garlic-Ginger Wings$16.00

Sweet Thai Chili Wings$16.00

Scratch Meatballs$12.00

Crispy Green Beans$10.00

Twisty Bread$12.00

Vegetarian Buffalo Tenders$13.00

Garlic-Fries$10.00

SANDWICHES

Cali Chicken$17.00

Surf Club Burger*$18.00

Nashville Hot Chicken$16.00

Short Rib Melt$19.00

Pork Belly Sliders (3)$19.00

PIZZA

The Classic$16.00

Chicken Bacon Ranch$17.00

Scratch Meatball$18.00

Pizza Blanco$15.00

Crispy Buffalo Chicken$19.00

Pepperoni$18.00

Prosciutto & Arugula$20.00

Grilled Chicken Pesto$17.00

BOWLS

Seared Tuna Poké$24.00

Blackened Shrimp$21.00

Tequila Braised Pork$22.00

Blackened Chicken Mac & Cheese$19.00

Short Rib Mac & Cheese$20.00

Vegan Menu

Avocado Toast$14.00

Spicy Vegan Surf Bowl$16.00

Vegan Veggie Pizza$17.00

Classic Tomato Pie$13.00

Dessert Menu

Blondie Brownie Sundae$10.00

Cinna-Bites$11.00

Dulce De Leche Cake$12.00

Sorbet$3.00

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