The coastal dining options in Rhode Island are exceptional… we are called The Ocean State, after all. But did you know Rhode Island is home to one of the best waterfront restaurants in the world? According to CNN Traveler, Coast is one of the top 26 waterfront eateries on the planet — and it’s the only New England spot to make the list.

Ocean House is a historic Rhode Island beach hotel that happens to be the only AAA Five Diamond hotel in the state.
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Located on the bluffs of Watch Hill, the luxury hotel is open all yea.
Among the many lavish amenities, Ocean House has a few fantastic options for dining.
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The Bistro is a laid back, family-friendly spot, while Coast is a fine dining experience from start to finish.
Coast offers stunning unobstructed ocean views, which is one of the reasons it earned a shout-out from CNN Traveler.
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The team here politely requests that all patrons who dine here be over the age of eight, although young children are always welcome at The Bistro.

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The bright, clean restaurant offers a seasonal menu that changes daily as well as a special prix-fixe four-course savory or vegetarian menu.
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You can even take it a step further and arrange for a private event to enjoy a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Coast is known for its abundance of vegetarian options, something their plant-based guests appreciate.
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Don't expect to have to settle for plain salads if you want to go meatless here -- with options like Parsnip Tortellini, you won't have to.
The ingredients are sourced largely from local farms (and from the sea), so everything is fresh and seasonal.
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It's honestly hard to tell which is better here, the views or the food.
Coast is open Wednesday - Sunday from 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Reservations are accepted.
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Come hungry, and don't forget to dress to impress -- the dress code is evening resort wear.

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Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave, Westerly, RI 02891, USA