safari room at oceancliff

United States
Rhode Island
Newport County

Safari Room Restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

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Dining style Casual Elegant
Price $31 to $50
Cuisines Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation Bar Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number (401) 849-4873
Website http://www.newportexperience.com/dine
Payment options AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code Smart Casual
Private party facilities The Safari Room specializes in private events with an interior dining room accommodating up to 65 guests including a private bar (available year round). Our seasonal open air patio overlooking the Narragansett Bay can be transformed for your private celebration for events up to 70 guests.
Private party contact Krystal Hastings: (401) 849-4873
Location 65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI 02840
Neighborhood Newport
Cross street Harrison Avenue
Parking details We offer complimentary on-site parking.
Additional Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Swordfish club.

grilled swordfish tomato greens lemon herb aioli bacon sourdough bread

LOBSTER MAC AND CHEESE

fresh local lobster cavatappi pasta topped with bread crumbs

Lobster Roll

fresh local lobster hot or cold brioche bun

Soups & Salads

Clam chowder $12.00.

native clams, potato, bacon, thyme

FRENCH ONION $12.00

Gruyere, cheddar, crostini

CAESAR SALAD $13.00

romaine, parmesan, croutons, Caesar dressing

HOUSE SALAD gf $12.00

mixed greens, cherry tomato, pickled red onion, cucumbers, balsamic vinaigrette

STRAWBERRY ARUGULA SALAD gf $16.00

arugula, radicchio, fennel, apple, pecans, pomegranate seeds, pear, dried cranberries, goat cheese, apple cider vinaigrette

GRILLED CHICKEN $13.00

Sauteed tuna $20.00, grilled steak $22.00, pan-seared salmon $18.00, mediterranean mussels gf $26.00.

shallots, garlic, cilantro, chorizo, wine, butter, cream, served with grilled crostini

CHARCUTERIE BOARD $26.00

assorted meats, cheeses and fruits, honeycomb, fig jam, house-made crostini

CALAMARI $23.00

fried cherry peppers, banana peppers, served over lemon butter beurre blanc, house pomodoro

AHI TUNA CEVICHE $21.00

fresh local tuna, pico de gallo, tortilla chips

BAVARIAN PRETZELS $12.00

cheddar cheese, dijon mustard

GRILLED FLATBREADS

Mexican street corn flatbread $18.00.

three cheese – blend, cotija, cilantro, grilled corn, pickled red onion, crema, lemon dill aioli

MARGHERITA FLATBREAD $17.00

pomodoro, buffalo mozzarella, basil

BUFFALO CHICKEN FLATBREAD $20.00

fresh grilled chicken, house buffalo sauce, mozzarella, red onion, scallions, ranch drizzle

BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD $20.00

fresh grilled chicken, mozzarella, red onion, chopped tomato, scallions, crumbled bacon bits

LOBSTER ROLL $37.00

fresh local lobster, hot or cold, brioche bun

SWORDFISH CLUB $27.00

grilled swordfish, tomato, greens, lemon herb aioli, bacon, sourdough bread

SAFARI BURGER $22.00

grilled sirloin burger topped with bacon, cheddar, onion strings, lettuce, tomato, safari sauce, grilled brioche bun

STEAK & BRIE SANDWICH $28.00

grilled steak, brie, chimichurri, roasted red pepper, arugula

BAJA FISH TACOS (2) $24.00

tequila-lime marinated cod, shredded lettuce, purple cabbage, pico, house baja sauce, cilantro

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BLT $23.00

marinated grilled chicken, spicy chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, bacon, sourdough bread

GRILLED VEGGIE SANDWICH $20.00

feta, tzatziki, eggplant, squash, zucchini, red bell pepper, red onions, portabella mushrooms, served on pita bread

FILET gf $46.00

grilled filet, herb garlic butter, fingerling potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine demi

FISH & CHIPS $25.00

local cod loin, beer-battered, served with fries, house coleslaw and tartar sauce

LEMON GARLIC PASTA $32.00

gemelli pasta with lump crab, portabella mushrooms, spinach, sprinkled with parmesan cheese

SCALLOPS & SHRIMP (6) $46.00

pan seared sea scallops and shrimp served over cavatappi pasta with cherry tomatoes, spinach and saffron sauce

SWORDFISH PROVENCAL $42.00

grilled swordfish with cherry tomatoes, basil, lemon and parsley

LOBSTER MAC AND CHEESE $40.00

fresh local lobster, cavatappi pasta, topped with bread crumbs

MAPLE MUSTARD CRUSTED SALMON $30.00

pan-roasted salmon with a maple-stone ground mustard crust, served with a tomato, mozzarella & basil salad, fingerlings

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Safari Room Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 1282 OpenTable diners.

65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI 02840

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Lovely spot on the ocean with indoor... - The Safari Room

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Rhode Island (RI)
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“Lovely spot on the ocean with indoor and outdoor dining.” Review of The Safari Room

Lobster Mac n Cheese... loaded with fresh lobster chunks

This is a great spot in an old castle that has been turned into an inn. The service was excellent and the food was very good. Nice selection of wine and drinks. Pricey... but location demands it.

Hi lmk1126, thank you very much for leaving us this review! We are happy to hear you had excellent service and enjoyed your meal. Come back and see us soon!

Excellent 91
Very good 55
Terrible 14
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Worst worst dinner we had in Newport. reservations were for 7. Didn’t get seated till almost 7:30. Restaurant was 1/4 full. My chicken was completely inedible. My friends burger was so so that he took 2 bites and passes. My other friends lobster mac and cheese was a pathetic excuse for soupy mac & cheese with some lobster . No wonder place is empty - service and food was awful. Great view.

Hi Trip711628, thanks for dining with us at the Safari Room at OceanCliff. We appreciate the feedback and we are sorry to hear about your experience. If you would like to discuss this further please contact our General Manager, Joe Pitrone, at [email protected].

Safari Room is a casual elegant restaurant serving American cuisine located in Newport, Rhode Island at the Ocean Cliff Hotel.This was my first time eating there. The menu has a wide variety of options. Regarding quality and presentation of food, the items I’ve ordered were all very good.. We ordered the ahi tuna ceviche, charcuterie, Bavarian pretzel, and the safari burger, which were all very good. It was cooked to order. Portion size was appropriate for the price point and restaurant style. Customers can expect to pay roughly fifty per person, including drinks. Beverage wise, we tried the Seasonal Seventy Five and the Litchfield Lemonade which were all amazing. We did make reservations in advance, and it took approximately 0-5 minutes to be seated. Drinks came out fast. Appetizers came out fast. Main courses came out fast. The serving staff was delightful and attentive. I’d best describe the atmosphere of the restaurant as being sophisticated and charming. It’s feels very unique, which does lend itself to the intended brand identity and cuisine style. I wouldn’t say that anything, food or drinks wise, was “knock it out of the ballpark” great – but the paranoramic view of Narragansett Bay is unbelievable and worth the trip, alone. Plus, the servers are all very, very nice and take great care of you. Regarding ambiance, the restaurant is naturally lit and the noise level is average. It is a good choice for families with small children. Scale wise, tables are spread out within one dining room, lending itself to the restaurant’s expansive feel. CliffHarbor Mansion is jaw-dropping gorgeous, so really – having a place to eat is just an added bonus. Overall, I would recommend and will definitely be returning.

Hi Twinairsigns, thank you for this wonderful review! We are happy you were able to try a few different things on our menu and enjoyed all of them. We will pass along your kind words to our staff, and we look forward to welcoming you back hopefully soon!

We had my daughters graduation dinner and it was an awesome experience. Our waiter Bobby was excellent and the food was great. Even with a wedding there the service staff didn’t miss a beat.

Hi Gabriel, thank you for this five-star review! We are happy to hear Bobby and the rest of our staff provided you and your family with great service. We hope you come back to dine with us again soon!

After reading prior reviews, was expecting deliciousness. It was fair. Location and view are nice. Maybe a drink/appetizer place, wouldn’t recommend lunch menu.

Hi Anne, thank you for leaving us a review. We appreciate the feedback and we apologize the food wasn't what you were expecting. We hope you will come back again and give us a chance to provide you with a great dining experience!

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The Safari Room

65 Ridge Rd, Newport, RI 02840-3717
(401) 849-4873

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