Like other reviews say, this isn't a typical dive bar, but I guess can be considered one? One of the few places in Newport that do not have a cover charge in the summer (at least I've never run into one there). Definitely have cheaper prices than other bars in Newport, too.
Very laid back atmosphere where people aren't trying to impress one another. Really attentive bartenders too, which is a good thing sometimes in Newport. I'd say with the crowd here, I've always experienced a good cross-section of people. It's also more of a "first drink" before you go to another bar, or where you will go for Last Call.
Defiantly not the typical dive bar or even any other kind of bar with a cool atmosphere strange chairs and overall a good feel.
I have to say seeing the place for the first time threw me off until i stayed around for a couple beers with what looked like college students with past graduates ages ranged very wide. Â
Overall very friendly and would recommend as either a meeting spot or a starting spot, just wouldn't make it an all night event.
This place is strange. It's definitely not a dive bar. Ever go to the late, great MARS BAR in NYC??? THAT is a dive bar.
This is like your friend's parent's rec room. Pool tables, comfy chairs. Strange crowd of youngs and olds (but not old-old - old like, me-ish age and then some). It's above Starbucks. The lighting is odd, but nice - its not that dark.
My vodka red bull was basically all red bull. That's ok, though. It's fine.
Overall, not really my scene - but it is a kind of nice and cozy alternative to the more hoochie dressy bla bla showy heels kinda places around Newport. Def laaaaid back.
Only been here twice, but had a good time both times. The second time was on St. Patrick's Day this year, and it was...an event. Reasonably priced beers, good selection of people, and a good atmosphere. -1 star for their pathetic attempts at an Irish car bomb (you can't do it with plastic shot cups in plastic cups, people!). The side bartender was very cool, and they even had $5 reubens (I'm still upset I didn't get one). Definitely worth a visit if you're in town, St. Patty's Day or not.
Review Source:Star Bar is always, since college, where we have our first or last drink of the night when going out in Newport. Â Music is from a juke box, which you can make selections to -- I personally love this. Â
The nearly-floor to ceiling windows offer beautiful views of America's Cup Ave, the harbor and the Bridge in the distance. Â Has nothing to do with whether its a good bar -- but it is a nice touch. Â
I am not a mixed drink girl, so I can't tell you about how well/not well the bartenders make a drink. Â But, even on busy nights, you don't have to wait that long for service. Â
It now has a ping pong table, which I think is awesome. Â (Also pool and darts). Â Bathrooms are out the door and down the stairs -- you pass them on the way into the bar. Â
Solid place. Â Not a place to spend the whole night -- but a go-to nonetheless.
I've always wondered what was above the starbucks when I'm on vacation here, thought it was someone's studio with a bar. Â Well, it's a bar at least.
No draft beer, but prices on beer were cheap as all. Â Havent paid less than $5 for a heineken in a while. Â Usual bar items, jukebox, pool table, ping pong, darts. Â Doesn't get packed til later, but it seems like a good place to start or end the night.
Ping pong? Â Pool? Â Darts?
Sold!
Enter just around the corner from Starbucks- a non-corporate-controlled chain, but rather an authentic, low key and eclectic watering hole. Â Really, only the location (both above the Starbucks and looking over Thames) take away from its local charm (although both those things add to its convenience). Â
Not for every night- but definitely a cool place.
Easily the best place in Newport to get the night started. Â As there are 1,001 bars to go to on Thames this one is unique as it does not have any advertisement outside telling you where it is (sidenote it is directly above the Starbucks on Thames). Â This characteristic actually works in the Star Bar's favor due to the fact that the place doesn't get too crowded. Â Drinks are pretty standard but there are great areas to lounge, play pool, or play darts. Â In the end you don't want to plan an entire night at this place but you definitely want to start the night there...
Review Source:This place is great since it is unmarked, you get to avoid all the annoying tourists that instead find themselves at overpriced and cheesy places (like the red parrot). The drinks are cheap, they have a full bar, and there are games for your entertainment. The room is pretty large and there are couches along the side of the room so you can sit with a group.
Review Source:Awesome place, lots of character! We stopped in for a few beers after dinner down the street and were able to relax with a great view. The bartender, Frank, was very friendly and I always appreciate that. Great furniture. Pool there if you want it. Cheapish drinks. Basically a cozy place, not a crazy place. Awesome music though! Hopefully not just Frank's taste....
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