Wayfinder Newport Hotel Review | Hotels Above Par

"Despite its name, the on-site restaurant is anything but little in fare and portion sizes: you’ll hear a buzzing atmosphere before you even step in, with many tables ready for big groups, booths for families, and a bar pouring Rhody beers on tap. I’d recommend it for dining at every meal—the better to taste the various menus—and don’t miss the under-sold pancake, which impressed me with its griddle-quality, cornbread-flour consistency, and lemon zest. For a hearty dinner, start with Narragansett fresh oysters straight from the nearest bay or go all-in on the shellfish tower if you’re not shellfish shy, then dive into a hot honey chicken sandwich, and complement the briny or meat-focused dishes with a Drift Theory mezcal-pisco cocktail or an on-tap Espresso Martini made with local favorite Nitro coffee topped with cinnamon. It’s helmed by an upcoming Hell’s Kitchen chef and runs an all-day menu." - Kyra Shapurji