The greattt news? Newport Vineyards is more popular than ever.

The not-so-great news? Newport Vineyards is more popular than ever!

Anyone who’s tried getting a reservation for their outdoor space knows exactly what I’m talking about.

Let me loop you in on a little tip, something I’ve learned the hard way: You definitely want to keep an eye on their social.

More specifically, when they announce on social that they have opened up some tables, that’s the time to hop on Open Table and try your luck.

Our days there are usually peppered with a specific exclamation (as in…Do you know how tough it is to get a table here?) and gotta say, the food is always quite good.

From the pickles and olives (appetizers) to the tomato salad and the fish sandwiches, we have nothing but marvelous things to say. My only call-out would be — no surprise — more meatless options please.

For those who don’t imbibe, there’s always Yacht Club Soda or an ice cold lemonade.

For those who do, the menu is overflowing with white and red wines as well as beaucoup signature cocktails.

Last time the hubs and I were there, I asked the waiter what the popular white wines are and he suggested the Great White (rich mango and apricot) and Gewurztraminer (honey, spice and floral).

Well I went with the German-sounding one and it was EXCELLENT — especially on one of those summah days in RI with a slight breeze, when you’re sitting and looking out on the rows of grapes growing on East Main Road.

To me, it was crisp with the tiniest hint of sweetness.

And, like so many other eateries around Lil Rhody, they’ve expanded their outside seating over the last few years, too.

If your timing is opportune, you just might be able to snag 2 of the red chairs that they have set up closer to the vines. (No bottles or cans are allowed over there, though.)

Anywho, if the reservation gods are on your side and the weather’s clear and mild, I cannot think of a better spot to spend a few hours this season.

*Newport Vineyards is located at 909 East Main Road in Middletown, Rhode Island. (Helloooo, you don’t have to go over the Bridge!)

As always, if you go after reading THIS, please let them know you were inspired by Patty J and PattyJ.com.

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