Coastal N.E. Getaways- Healthy eats & Cozy stays: NEWPORT RI

 

Newport, RI … another great destination on our list of favorite Coastal Getaways in New England. 

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Whether you like the beach, shopping, dining, walking, historic building & mansion tours, cruising around on a moped/scooter or even a slingshot … or ALL of the above , Newport has it all packed into one area! 👌

WHERE TO STAY:

You don’t have to take our word for it, (BUT… I think you should 😉) , book yourself a suite at the Mill Street Inn and then let the vaca begin!

   Situated just slightly off the main beaten path, yet still in the heart of  downtown Newport , the Mill Street Inn is a prime location. They have their own parking lot (first come first serve , so occasionally it could fill up during extra busy times, but we’ve never had an issue getting a spot!) right under their building for NO EXTRA CHARGE! This is a rare find for the area!! The building is an old nineteenth century  Mill converted into a modern day, all suites Inn.👌Historic meets modern trendy comfort with hip style!

         Upon walking inside, you’ll be greeted by the friendliest of staff at the front desk. You’ll also find complimentary Sangria and fruit infused water in the main lobby , so you can fill yourself a cup anytime you’d like! As you check in, you’ll receive a welcome bag with some delicious little treats/snacks. Rooms are all SUITES regardless of which you choose. The only differences between each is the size and layout, with some being split into two levels, and some all on one. We’ve stayed in both and find each equally as  nice! All rooms have their own Nespresso Maker as well as an Electric tea kettle,with plenty of coffee pods & variety of Herbal teas (more are always availabile upon request) and Glass Mugs. Each room is also stocked with  a glass jug of distilled water & drinking glasses that you can have refilled anytime, and if bottled water is wanted while you head out for the day, stop by their 24 hr fitness center and grab a few from the stocked mini fridge…Always complimentary for guests! You’re also provided with a breakfast check list with simple options such as  baked goods, cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit, coffee / tea… just simply fill it out, write in a preferred time between 7:30-10am and hang it on the outside of your door the night before. It’ll be delivered to your room in the morning at the time listed!          Forgot some toiletries? no worries! This place has everything for their guests if needed. We’ve forgotten toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, etc and everytime the front desk has some for us!👌Once you’re parked and checked in, all the best of Newport is just within walking distance , so head out the door and ENJOY!! 

     There are no shortage of places to stay on the area, so plenty of options and locations , but, personally we just keep coming back here!👌

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And NOW for the best part … WHERE TO EAT while keeping it HEALTHIFIED!!! Drumroll please….

….. TOPPING THE LIST for me has got to be ….

ROOT ON BROADWAY hands down! This quaint little hidden GEM (although, not so hidden it seems because the place was jamming with customers 🤗) which opened just 4 years ago,  is a 100% PLANTBASED eatery featuring incredibly delicious BOWLS, SALADS, SMOOTHIES, Toasts, JUICES & more! It’s a located on Broadway , just a nice short little walk away from the busy waterfront area , but still within the main Newport neighborhood. 

Everything is made fresh right there by owners who are passionate about keeping it REAL with fresh ,natural,healthy ingredients and no processed fillers or sugars or chemical flavors added ever! 

    It’s basically everything I love to make at home in my own kitchen with the same high quality ingredients!👏🏻👏🏻You do NOT have to be 100% Vegan to enjoy, trust me! But, you just may decide you can be once you try it!😋🌱

    As a nutritional advisor, this place is definitely where I’d send anyone wanting to stick to their healthy lifestyle & eat well to feel well while enjoying their vaca. You can choose to dine inside, or take your order to-go and take a nice stroll to find yourself a nice waterfront spot to sit and enjoy. This place is basically a Healthnuts paradise!😆🤗 I may have been a bit overly excited about it🌱😆but it just honestly checks all the boxes as far as dietary preferences and nutrition style for me! It’s exactly the sort of food I’d prep & advise any client to eat when looking to get healthy and FEEL GOOD!! And it’s all delicious👌.

Healthy food makes me so HAPPY, I just want to share the love with everyone!

Photo: Arriba bowl w/ brown rice , Glow bowl w/ Quinoa

& Smoothie made w/ Cold brew, Cacao , Almond milk & PB 

Photo: I didn’t have any room to try these, but they also offer some delicious looking all VEGAN/plantbased baked treats!! Gluten-free options too!

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Located on Broadway as well is:

Corner Cafe

Offering inside or outside patio seating, this cute little spot offers plenty of healthier options as well as gluten-free and vegan. Sandwiches, wraps, salads & more…All

Wraps and sandwiches can be served on gluten-free bread or wrap if requested for a small additional price. They even have gluten pizza available.

Veggie wrap on GF tortilla w/ fresh fruit side. To-Go👌

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As for more all-around traditional dining options that have Menus offering Gluten-free, Vegan, vegetarian options here’s a few I recommend and can easily order from without having to ask tons of questions and fuss. 👌 

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Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar 

You may not think , based on the name that this would be a great dining option that fits varying dietary preferences,especially “healthy”

dietary styles,  BUT it is!! First off, their menu is clearly labeled for all meals that are Gluten-free , Vegan and those that have option to be made GF with a simple swap.👌 That’s always a huge perk for me and I always recommend finding such places as it will make ordering far easier for you!  I went with the GF Salmon Dinner over kale,

And a delicious mushroom/veggie succotash. (I’m

Not 100% vegan and enjoy some fish/ good quality meat once in a while as long as it’s loaded up with plantbased foods too!) 

Their burgers are made from Organic GrassFed beef & best of all, to make it gluten-free and healthier, you can opt to have any burger or sandwich over greens instead of a bun ! 👌They offer plenty of veggie based sides and salads and Vegan options for the non-meat eaters. It’s basically a great spot to dine when your party has a variety of dietary needs and preferences.(*also waitstaff was well versed/knowledgeable about their menu and what contains dairy, gluten, etc…I was able to ask that my meal be prepared without dairy.)

Photo: Salmon over veggie succotash & kale

*clearly labeled menu 👌

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Located right next door, facing eachother, is another recommendation: 

Diego’s

Mexican style foods are often one of the easier types to find veggie loaded, gluten free options amd this location takes it a step above with a seperate Gluten-free Menu upon request, as well as a very knowledgeable staff that can offer suggestions for easy swaps/adaptable meals if you prefer something on the main menu. They even offer Dairy Free- Vegan Cheese!! So, whereas I’d usually just omit the cheese from whatever I order, I was able to enjoy a delicious quesadilla WITH cheese & still stay dairy free!! They have options for Gluten free meat eaters as well as all-veggie based options (like cauliflower, squash,mushroom fillings)  for the plantbased vegan eaters. We shared some fresh Gaucamole as well, which is always a delicious classic. 👌

Photo: gluten free quesadillas with Vegan chz.

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If you’re the mood for a little splurge … SWEET TREAT, while, It may not be “healthy” necessarily, you can at least keep to your gluten-free and/or dairy free or vegan style & grab yourself a sweet indulgence at :

CUPCAKE CHARLIES

Freshly baked flavors offered each day

& always some variety of both Gluten-free AND Gluten-free/VEGAN treats.

I don’t always eat sugar, but when I do…😆 one for ea. hand. 

There are so many dining options in this area and we simply didn’t have enough time to get to them all, but a few other recommended locations with menus that fit the bill:

DRIFT CAFE

Stoneacre Garden

Ben & Jerry’s  ( Vegan ice cream options) 

KAFFEOLOGY

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Looking for a nice walk with gorgeous views so you can fit  in some exercise while there? A little further outside of the downtown center area you will find the well known

 Newport RI Cliff Walk and many nice beach stops as well!

 You’ll find various public parking areas , as well as some street parking along the route to leave the car & go enjoy the walk. But, If you don’t feel like moving your car from the hotel, and are up for some extra adventure & fun, head over to SCOOTER WORLD RI & rent yourself a scooter, a scoot coupe for two or even a slingshot! It’s auch a fun way to explore the area & do some sightseeing a bit further out along the water.

You can even drive by the Newport Mansions . You can book tours as well if that’s your sort of thing.

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Hope you decide to book your stay & check these places out! Let us know when you do!💗💗💗