Newport Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers + Parties

Sardella's Restaurant

Voted Best Rehearsal Dinner Location Newport RI

4.8

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Amazing food, service, and ambiance!!! Sardella's was an absolute joy to work with. We planned our Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Party with Sardella's and we would recommend them to everyone!!! The service and support was fantastic, and they made the planning such an easy and enjoyable experience. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous! The ambiance is fantastic with a rustic, Italian-American decor. The venue booked us our own bar and dedicated us their pizza oven. Sardella's was perfect to host a large group and we had a wonderful time! The entire staff was so good to us with transparent pricing and excellent support and accommodations for all guests. We booked on consumption, and the host did an amazing job keeping us posted on where we stood on pricing throughout the night to make sure we got every dollar's worth of value. The food was spectacular, especially the chicken parm!!! The entire night felt so special. The food, staff, and restaurant were amazing and we HIGHLY recommend them for your event!!!

John D.

5.0

Had a wonderful rehearsal dinner at Sardella's followed by a welcome party. The food here is always great and filling! We had the Amalfi Room with the outside patio next to it for our dinner and party, and everyone had a great time. Everyone who works here was so friendly and had very impressive memories (taking drink orders in a crowd where people moved around). Amazing time! Great space.

Catie J.

5.0

Sardella's Restaurant is the premier destination for rehearsal dinners and welcome events in Newport, RI. With a selection of exclusive private dining rooms—from the intimate, stone-walled Amalfi Room to the elegant and spacious Tuscan Room—we provide the perfect setting for your special event. Each space offers a unique and romantic ambiance, ensuring a memorable experience for you and your guests. • Tuscan Room - Welcome to the Tuscan Room, a warm and inviting space perfect for bringing your family and friends together. With its own private bar, a cozy fireplace, and a lovely balcony, this room offers a charming atmosphere for any special event. Located upstairs with convenient private restrooms, it provides a beautiful setting to create unforgettable memories. • Portofino Room- The Portofino Room, located on the first floor, is a spacious and inviting setting for your next event. With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, this versatile space is ideal for gatherings of all kinds, from corporate parties to social celebrations, offering a private and sophisticated backdrop for memorable occasions. • Amalfi Room + Outdoor Courtyard- Step into the Amalfi Room, a cozy private room with a beautiful stone wall and archway that adds a touch of Italian charm. This space is perfect for intimate gatherings, such as small weddings, milestone anniversaries, or business dinners, and opens out to an inviting outdoor courtyard. • Pompeii Room- The Pompeii Room provides a private and intimate space ideal for smaller gatherings. Its warm, friendly vibe makes it an excellent choice for a variety of events, from rehearsal dinners to cocktail parties, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. • Imbriglios Dining Room- Imbriglios Dining Room is a bright, open space perfect for celebrations and gatherings. Overlooking Memorial Boulevard, this elegant yet relaxed room offers bar access and plenty of natural light, making it a wonderful setting for everything from corporate luncheons to family gatherings. • Carroll’s Corner- Carroll’s Corner is a small, intimate room ideal for cozy gatherings. Perfect for smaller celebrations, private dinners, or team meetings, this space offers a welcoming, homey feel for any special occasion.

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Kevin Fitzgerald

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Kevin Fitzgerald has been the Executive Chef at Sardella's Restaurant for nearly two decades. Kevin has had a passion for the culinary arts since a young age and began their career at just 15.

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Alexandra B

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We had our rehearsal dinner at Sardella's and had an awesome experience! We rented the private Tuscan room which was a great space for a group of about 50 people. The service was f...

riendly and wonderful. Patrick was great to work with leading up to our rehearsal dinner. The food is awesome and their tuscan style presentation was beautiful!

John D

Amazing food, service, and ambiance!!! Sardella's was an absolute joy to work with. We planned our Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Party with Sardella's and we would recommend them t...

o everyone!!! The service and support was fantastic, and they made the planning such an easy and enjoyable experience. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous! The ambiance is fantastic with a rustic, Italian-American decor. The venue booked us our own bar and dedicated us their pizza oven. Sardella's was perfect to host a large group and we had a wonderful time! The entire staff was so good to us with transparent pricing and excellent support and accommodations for all guests. We booked on consumption, and the host did an amazing job keeping us posted on where we stood on pricing throughout the night to make sure we got every dollar's worth of value. The food was spectacular, especially the chicken parm!!! The entire night felt so special. The food, staff, and restaurant were amazing and we HIGHLY recommend them for your event!!!

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Catie J

Had a wonderful rehearsal dinner at Sardella's followed by a welcome party. The food here is always great and filling! We had the Amalfi Room with the outside patio next to it for ...

our dinner and party, and everyone had a great time. Everyone who works here was so friendly and had very impressive memories (taking drink orders in a crowd where people moved around). Amazing time! Great space.

Alexandria M

Our rehearsal dinner at Sardella’s was absolutely wonderful. The food was delicious every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. The servers were truly phenomenal: atten...

tive, friendly, and so easy to work with. They made the entire evening feel smooth, welcoming, and special. We’re so grateful for the amazing service and unforgettable experience.

Nancy S

We had our August 2019 wedding rehearsal dinner at Sardella's Restaurant and it was perfect! We had approximately 20 guests and it was held in Carol's Corner. It was private and e...

veryone was able to relax and enjoy the evening. Patrick was a pleasure to work with the menu and arrangements. The food was delicious and the service was great! Would highly recommend this restaurant for your rehearsal dinner!

Elizabeth D

The food was great, they were easy to work with, and they were very upfront and transparent about their billing, which is always a plus. One of my guests is gluten intolerant and t...

hey were happy to accommodate him.

Hilary J

We had our rehearsal dinner at Sardella's in May 2018. We had to change the time of our reservations on a few instances but Patrick was able accommodate without any issues. We only...

had 16 people at our rehearsal dinner so we didn't book a private room. Patrick set us up at a semi-private table and it seemed as though we had a private room. Our waiter Matt did such a great job with the entire party and all food came out at the same time. All of our guests raved about how delicious everything was - from the appetizers and drinks to the entrees! You won't be disappointed here!

Danielle C

We used Sardella's for our rehearsal dinner. It was wonderful. We used the room upstairs which has its own bathroom, bar and seating area with a balcony. It felt like you had your ...

own private restaurant. The food was served family style and was delicious! We could not have asked for anything better. Patrick was also easy to work with and street parking was easy to find!

Krissy A

We held our rehearsal dinner at Sardella's and it was great. They have a few different private rooms, and we used the room that is upstairs and totally separated from any other ar...

ea of the restaurant. It was private and exactly what we wanted. There was no excess noise from the restaurant or bar because were in our own separate area which was very nice. They had a bar in the room, and the bartender and wait staff were great! The food was excellent as well! They served a few different options at each table which was awesome because you got to try a little of everything :) The manager, Patrick, was also a pleasure to work with. He was so prompt and helpful, and made everything easy to plan. Because Sardella's is not right in the main street area of Newport the parking was better, and there were no ridiculous room fees like some of the other restaurants downtown. It was perfect. Thank you Sardella's!

Brooke B

I rented the Tuscan Room for our rehearsal dinner and we had forty people eat and drink for four hours. It was the most amazing food (esp. the lobster ravioli), wonderful staff and...

bartenders, private so we felt like it was our own restaurant, and just delightful! I had just as much fun at my rehearsal dinner as I did at my wedding! I did NOT want to go home!

Ashley C

Our rehearsal dinner was at Sardella's. The private area was adorable and the food was great!

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30 Memorial Blvd West, Newport, RI

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