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Scales & Shells

4.3

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If it is fresh seafood you are craving this is the place in Newport for you. Have an order of steamers at the fully stocked bar while you wait for your table and peruse the enormous chalkboard menu. Scales and Shells prides itself on serving the freshest fish. The wait staff is honest about what is fresh on the menu and will happily honor your request to grill, sear, steam or stuff the fish of your choice. Even the locals proudly wear the restaurant T-shirts, which are for sale at the bar. Reservations are not accepted. 

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527 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Hudson Sutler 
7 years ago

What could be better than pasta and seafood? A local favorite tucked away on Thames Street with a bustling environment that’s perfect for a feast before hitting the bars. 

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Christine Davis 
7 years ago
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Bob Barrett 
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Wayne Macke 
7 years ago

After visiting Newport for over 25 years we finally tried Scales. Why didn't we do this sooner! The food was awesome. Some of the best fish I have ever eaten. No need for fancy sauces and marinade. The wood fired taste was Great! Luckily my wife was full and I got to eat eat the rest of her tuna. That was also awesome. Good wines. Our waitress was awesome. I believe her name was Kayla (3rd night, hard to believe she was very upbeat and pleasant). Best service all week. Will definitely eat there again. Thanks for making our l... read more

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Tom Sadler 
7 years ago

It never disappoints! Service, drinks, food are excellent!! 

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Bill Tuesday 
7 years ago
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Dan Bettencourt 
7 years ago

Calamari fra diavolo with linguine & spicy.. it's the best!! 

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Joe Carroll 
7 years ago

Best meal of our week long stay , and that's saying alot in Newport! 

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Noemi Ares 
7 years ago

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Scales & Shells has a 4.3 star rating with 745 reviews. 

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Scales & Shells is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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