Waterman Grille occupies a former bridge gatehouse dating to 1871, set along the Seekonk River. The building's original brick and restored wood have been kept in place alongside an open kitchen, giving the dining room a setting distinct from the rest of the city.
The kitchen takes a seasonal approach centered on a signature wood-fired grill, with a menu built for sharing. Executive Chef Brandon Phillips leads that kitchen, having spent more than 15 years in Rhode Island's restaurant scene, with roots at Providence's Provencal Bakery and training through Johnson & Wales University.
The restaurant also runs several private dining spaces, including a river-facing Riverview Room, an outdoor patio, and additional rooms for smaller and corporate gatherings. Waterman Grille is part of the employee-owned Newport Restaurant Group and has become known locally as a neighborhood staple, with regulars citing its waterfront setting and service for special occasions.
The kitchen takes a seasonal approach centered on a signature wood-fired grill, with a menu built for sharing. Executive Chef Brandon Phillips leads that kitchen, having spent more than 15 years in Rhode Island's restaurant scene, with roots at Providence's Provencal Bakery and training through Johnson & Wales University.
The restaurant also runs several private dining spaces, including a river-facing Riverview Room, an outdoor patio, and additional rooms for smaller and corporate gatherings. Waterman Grille is part of the employee-owned Newport Restaurant Group and has become known locally as a neighborhood staple, with regulars citing its waterfront setting and service for special occasions.