Lucia Italian Restaurant (upstairs) on Thames - image NewportRestaurants.com
Every so often one needs a break from the routine of general life, and there is one place on earth that brings the peace, tranquility and conversely excitement than Newport, RI. There is much to do and see from an historical perspective, however, dining being one of the joys of life – finds a plethora of restaurants from which to choose. Understanding that this is not a food blog by any means, it was the repeated experience that compelled this blogger to share with readers or anyone who happens upon the blog favorites well worth visiting.
Two restaurants in particular are well worth the trip. The first is Lucia Italian Restaurant on Thames. Italian fare that is exemplary. The ambiance, is old style Italy – with a wait staff that is extremely knowledge and the service beyond reproach –from soup, to entrees to desert, it is by far one of my favorites. Suggested, what-ever soup of the day happens to be available (in this case it was a fresh pea soup), followed by the Haddock Sapporito, Haddock filets baked with marinated (fresh) tomatoes, red onion, asparagus and a Balsamic glaze, where there the delicate haddock is not overwhelmed, rather complemented by the combination of flavors - the presentation is simply beautiful. One must top off dinner with the excellent mascarpone mousse and of course, espresso.
Note on Lucia’s, it is the only place where I have found, I can return and find that the excellent meal almost a year prior, which was so well done, will remain the same, in taste, presentation and quality.
The second, The White Horse Tavern(off Farewell Street), has a rich history and an eclectic menu. Options range from buffalo streak to the Hessian’s Fete, a filet mignon wrapped in bacon with a stout infused sauce – served with a grilled half lobster tail, topped with a mango relish – simply suburb, desert, of course, crème broulet topped with seasonal berries and, yes served with espresso to finish. . Reservations are required. Again the wait staff is knowledge and the service impeccable.
Whether one is inclined to day sail, or visit a nearby beach, shop or take a walking tour of the rich historical sites that abound in this port city, there is truly, something for everyone – those of us who gravitate towards the sea, history and of course, fine food, will continue to return as often as possible.
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