Review of Salt Water Harborside Dining

America's, 49 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840

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We must have come on an off day, because our experience was nowhere near the same as the other reviewers'. Maybe the waitress was new and just wasn't very knowledgeable about gluten free items yet, but she was very friendly and perfectly fine otherwise.

I see in the reviews people mention that they have a dedicated fryer and gf clam chowder, but when we asked about gluten free options she said the Veggie Medley (or something to that affect). It was a hot day and we were dining outside so that did not sound appetizing at all. She then looked at the menu and stumbled over a couple more items, salads, that "Oh yeah, I think they are too." Being kind of nervous and not feeling very assured, we ended up ordering one small thing to share and some wine. After we finished we headed over to somewhere else hoping that the reviews would match our experience, unlike this place.

I would have given this place less than 4 stars, but really don't want to ruin this place's perfect 5 star rating in the event it was just a one off. However, thought it was important to add our experience here so others don't possibly end up leaving hungry like we had to. Plus, the waterside views were perfect and we'd definitely return for a drink, and possibly see if the next conversation with staff goes in another direction, in other words if we feel safe then we'd definitely give the food more of a shot. If we do go back and have a better experience I will be sure to review again with an update.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 5 years ago

Celiac