Lovely setting for intimate dinner
Jan 5, 2020 Nicholas B Paris, France
This iconic Newport property was recently taken over by the Resorts Collection. That has resulted in a renewed emphasis on the restaurant cuisine and hotel amenities.
The public spaces in the Vanderbilt might make one think of being in a Newport mansion, as the room size and furnishings are both tasteful and of high quality.
I chose to go there…
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This iconic Newport property was recently taken over by the Resorts Collection. That has resulted in a renewed emphasis on the restaurant cuisine and hotel amenities.
The public spaces in the Vanderbilt might make one think of being in a Newport mansion, as the room size and furnishings are both tasteful and of high quality.
I chose to go there last night for dinner because of these two factors: setting and cuisine. And I was not disappointed with either. The menu is quite original in its suggestions, and the wine & drinks lists extensive.
What did not work last night was the service. We were greeted by a man who, from his dress, was presumed to be the Maître d'. He took our coats, and then disappeared, leaving us waiting to be assigned a table.
Once seated, we soon became aware that there was a large private party elsewhere in the building that soaked up most of the wait staff. Our waiter was both pleasant and knowledgeable -- when we saw him. In the end, we were adequately served and, as I say, the food (mussels in curry sauce, duck breast or monkfish) was well prepared. The star, however, should be given to the pastry chef, who made desserts both artistically presented and very tasty.
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