Formerly known as The Newport Casino, the building occupying La Forge Casino Restaurant was originally constructed in 1880 as a result of a bet between James Gordan Bennet JR., owner of the New York Herald, & his guest, British Cavalry Officer, Captain “Sugar” Candy. Today, it maintains shops, galleries and restaurants, including La Forge Casino Restaurant, which neighbors the International Tennis Hall of Fame and during the warmer months, offers outdoor seating overlooking the establishment's historic grass courts where legends have played. Enjoy Sunday brunch specials ranging from a classic eggs Benedict to the Newporter Bloody Mary, complete with a lobster claw, shrimp, littleneck and oyster.

Located on Bellevue Avenue, La Forge Casino Restaurant is a historic venue that offers a classic Newport dining experience and it rounds out our list of the best lobster rolls in Newport. The lobster roll is part of a menu that reflects a blend of traditional and contemporary culinary styles, making it a great choice for those looking to enjoy a gourmet seafood meal. The elegant and historic ambiance of La Forge Casino Restaurant, combined with its delicious lobster roll, makes it a must-visit spot for seafood enthusiasts and those looking to enjoy a fine dining experience in Newport.

Whether you're into tennis or not, La Forge is a real lunch tradition in Newport. Situated on Newport's famed Bellevue Avenue, this restaurant overlooks the courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame and you can eat al fresco in the summer months while watching a match. The food doesn't disappoint either, and inside you can expect to find classics like a cobb salad, lobster bisque, french onion soup and great selection of sandwiches and entrees like cod and shrimp.

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Formerly a greyhound-racing track called Lincoln Park, the casino and hotel in Lincoln, RI, presents guests with 162,000 square feet of gambling space, 4,200 slot machines and virtual table games, and 125 table games for blackjack, roulette, craps, poker and more. The facility has both smoking and smoke-free gambling areas. Twin River Casino is a 10-minute drive from Providence and less than an hour’s drive from Boston.

Other good chowder spots to try include Benjamin’s, Fieldstone’s, Atlantic Grille, Bishop’s 4th Street Diner, Annies’s on Bellevue and La Forge. You can also get a good cup at Foodworks, Graziano’s 501 Cafe and at Cindy’s Country Cafe in Portsmouth. It’s served at our pub’s (O’Brien’s), our breweries (Coddington Brewery), our hotels (Johnny's Restaurant) and even our pizza places (Nikolas Pizza).

Dating to 1880, this Newport heirloom lives within the historic Casino building by legendary architects McKim, Mead & White overlooking the grass courts of the landmark International Tennis Hall of Fame. Originally a tearoom and candy shop, the year-round restaurant offers private dining rooms for groups of up to 150 people.

I pretty much grew up on Hazard Beach,” said Stamps, whose mother’s family hails from Aquidneck Island and who recalls most of his family functions being held at the venerated La Forge Casino.

Tip: Grab lunch at La Forge Casino directly beside the museum. Ask for a table outside or on their patio to enjoy lunch while watching some amazing tennis.