Zelda's

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193 reviews

+1 (401) 849-4002

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528 Thames St

Newport, RI 02840

+1 (401) 849-4002

http://www.zeldasnewport.com

Considered to be one of the finest brick and brownstone buildings in the city of Newport, RI, 528 Thames Street has had a long history of entertaining both locals and visitors. Built in 1895, the building was originally constructed as a liquor store/brewery and a private function hall. Outside, the slanted roof was designed to collect water and bring it to the cistern in the basement of the building to help with the brewery operations. Proprietor Ernst Voigt started the long-standing tradition of treating his customers right, and would often give complimentary meals to his good clients at the restaurant. His brewery within the building made its rounds delivering Weiss Beer to Newport, Rhode Island residents on Clydesdale horses, on loan from the stables at the mansions on Bellevue Avenue. In the 1940’s, McGee’s Pub took over operations and ran the establishment as a local speakeasy and tavern until 1982. Then the building was purchased by Murray Davis, the founder of Cruising World

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3.5193 reviews

Nik H.

10/3/2024

I haven't been to Zelda's in 10 years. A friend and I were bopping around, and he said he was recently there, and it was good. The interior has changed a LOT. It is well done. Tables have...

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Carly W.

8/9/2024

Overall this place was a bit above average. Food: Calamari: average- did the trick but nothing to scream to the rooftops about Chowder: pretty good. Would get again. Salmon: I was not expecting...

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Katie C.

2/18/2024

On a cold night we were out and about wandering around and trying to find some place to eat. This place had such a cozy/nautical vibe but was also very classy. We were seated immediately and our...

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Joan M.

11/8/2024

My friends from out of town and I just had a delicious dinner and a great experience at Zelda's! I have been here many times and knew that they would like it. The people are always friendly and...

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Toni J.

4/26/2024

I had gone in on a Friday night in April. I decided to sit at the bar rather than take up a table as I was dining alone. I'm so happy I did! The bartenders were attentive and friendly. I had the...

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