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Cafe Zelda


4.0 of 5 stars 30 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Delicatessen, French, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • 528 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840-6711
  • (401) 849-4002
  • Average price: £ 19 ($ 30)

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4 of 5 stars
Jamestown, RI
13 Dec 2009

We ate ate at Zelda's the night before Thanksgiving. We like the feeling there -- the cheerful green/white striped wall paper and active bar crowd. The food is usually quite good, and this night I liked the Bomster sea scallops served over mushroom ragout very much. Others in our group had bouillabaise and halibut with polenta and thought their food... more

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5 of 5 stars
Israel
23 Oct 2009

Good food, excellent service, not a tourist trap. We ate there twice and liked it very much. Fish, salads and chowder are excelent. more

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4 of 5 stars
Boston, Massachusetts
14 Sep 2009

Enjoyed the food and casual ambience in the bar, great food and good service. All around a great place to eat for a casual experience. We prefer to eat at the bar than the restaurant. more

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4 of 5 stars
NY
3 Sep 2009

3 entrees at half-price...a delicious special. Great food at a decent price. more

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4 of 5 stars
New York City
22 Aug 2009

My girlfriend and I made 8:30 reservations at Cafe Zelda on a Wednesday evening. I would recommend making reservations regardless of the day/time since it was very packed. They start you out with a basket of bread with some decent olive oil. We ordered two glasses of $8.50 wine that unfortunately they weren't poured anywhere near the top. For an... more

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5 of 5 stars
Salem, MA
9 Aug 2009

Fabulous! The food, service, and atmosphere. Upscale American cuisine with a twist, we were not disappointed with our choices of the duck and salmon specials in taste, portions or presentation. Waitstaff was attentive but unobtrusive. Dinner prices tend to be over $30 per entree but well worth it. Great street views of activity on Thames Street. Reservations highly recommended during... more

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5 of 5 stars
New York City, New York
2 Aug 2009

We knew that it would be tough to get a table w/o a reservation but we were seated in a few minutes. Compared to the action at the bar, the restaurant was quiet. The food was delicious and the wait-staff was extremely friendly. It was the best meal of this trip. more

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5 of 5 stars
Southwest Florida
25 Jul 2009

Went here in July based on recommendations in TA and wasn't dissapointed. Too many options on the menu but went with their roast duck w/portuguese sausage including a little duck pate! Other dish a fantastic risotto w/scallops & shrimp. Wine list reasonable. Great appetizer special that night: pear & goat cheese on a bed of arrugula. Skip the high-priced deep... more

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5 of 5 stars
Levittown, PA
6 Jul 2009

We truly enjoyed eating and drinking at Cafe Zelda. The service was outstanding. The food was exceptional. Everything we had hoped for and more. The bar was also very solid in its selections and the prices were just ok. The price we paid was fair but not a steal. I look forward to our return visit. more

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3 of 5 stars
Newport, Rhode Island
16 Jun 2009

And yes it was good......&....the specials were a welcome change.." Isn't that where it all began? "..............Specials meant...The Featured Items of the Night with a bit of a Discount..........so that we want to come back...and we don't feel taken advantage of.........we don't need to make an investment in a place ...just to try it for the 1st time..........We'll be Back... more

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Cafe Zelda Address

528 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840-6711
Tel: (401) 849-4002
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.