Newport’s favorite
Smugglers Waterfront Bar is Newport's beloved Irish waterfront bar, perfectly situated on Thames Street with stunning harbor views and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. From charred burgers and fish tacos to refreshing summer cocktails on the sunny deck, our menu is crafted to complement every visit — whether you're a casual diner or just looking for a great time. Challenge your friends to darts, pool, ping pong, foosball, Jenga, or ring toss while soaking in the sights and sounds of Newport's iconic harbor. More than just a bar, Smugglers is a social hub where locals and tourists come together over great music, cold drinks, and unforgettable waterfront views.
Since
2022 2022
EVERYTHING YOU NEED!
CRAFT BEERS & COCKTAILS
From local Rhode Island IPAs and cold pints of Guinness to frozen piña coladas and signature cocktails — there's something cold and delicious for every taste.
LIVE MUSIC & EVENTS
We regularly host live music nights and themed events, bringing the best of Newport's nightlife energy right to the waterfront.
BAR BITES & PUB GRUB
Dig into fan favorites like charred burgers, crispy fish and chips, wings, fish tacos, and classic clam chowder — hearty, satisfying, and priced right.
GAMES & GOOD TIMES
Challenge friends to pool, ping pong, darts, foosball, Jenga, or ring toss — because at Smugglers, the fun doesn't stop at the bar.
I cannot recommend this place enough!! It is a little hard to find one of the entrances which is inside of a parking garage, but the other entrance is near the harbor shuttle and ferry landing. The drinks and food are reasonably priced and cheap in comparison to the other bars and restaurants nearby. The pingpong table is a must!
Riley Larson
Good food, great space with indoor and outdoor options. The best Sunset. Games both on the tvs and to play in person - foosball, pool, etc. young crowd but big enough to spread out and bring kids.
Charly Hillman
Ping pong, pool table, darts, ~8 TVs, beautiful waterfront view. You can park your dingy here, if you anchored. It's a public dinghy parking.
Ruki Kar
Great bar with a fine selection of pub food, and a view that can't be beat! Afternoons are quieter and there is plenty of range in the crowd, but later in the evenings it is a younger crowd. The staff is excellent and service is quick. Stop in for a drink, settle in to one of the many deck chairs, and just enjoy the great view!
Eric Jonathan Martin
Love this place. Adirondacks on the deck looking out at the water. Very casual for Newport, pool table, ping pong, pubby vibe. Tucked away out of the wind. Best place for the sunset, THE spot for a drink with a view.
Emily Anderson
Contact Us
Address: 359 Thames Street, Newport, Rhode Island 02840
Open Everyday: 11AM - 1AM