FAQs

Cara is located inside The Chanler at Cliff Walk, 117 Memorial Boulevard, Newport, Rhode Island. Guests can enjoy dinner with sweeping ocean views and a truly one-of-a-kind Newport dining experience.

Cara is led by Executive Chef Jacob Jasinski, whose culinary journey began in New England and evolved through Michelin-starred kitchens in France and Italy. Before joining The Chanler, he earned Forbes Five-Star recognition at Ocean House and was named Florida’s Top Chef. At Cara, Chef Jasinski brings a modern approach to New England cuisine, focusing on seasonality, sustainability, and ingredients sourced from local farms and The Chanler’s own gardens.

Yes. Cara has been recognized with the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award, the AAA Five Diamond Award, and honors from Wine Spectator for its exceptional wine program. These accolades reflect our continued commitment to excellence in cuisine, service, and the overall guest experience.

We want you to feel at ease and enjoy your experience to the fullest, so our dress code is relaxed. We believe the atmosphere is shaped by you—come as you are, whether you're dressing up for a special occasion or keeping it casual. The vibe is all about making yourself comfortable while enjoying the moment.

Cara offers an intimate and distinctive dining experience found only at The Chanler at Cliff Walk in Newport, RI. Our culinary team designs nightly tasting menus that celebrate the finest ingredients from New England’s land and sea, presented with creativity and care. With oceanfront views, thoughtful hospitality, and a setting unlike any other, Cara has earned a reputation as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Rhode Island.

October 15 - December 27th, 2025: Cara is open Wednesday - Saturday for hotel guests only.  To secure a reservation with your hotel stay, please call us at 401-847-1300.

 To preserve the intimate ambiance of our restaurant, we kindly ask for a prepayment, including a 20% service charge, for the tasting menu. This prepayment is fully refundable if the reservation is canceled at least 72 hours before the scheduled time. The Cara dining experience is not recommended for children under 12. To request a cancellation, please call 401-847-2244.

Please call 401-847-2244, or reserve on OpenTable.  We are pleased to offer reservations 60 days in advance.

In the summer season, Cara welcomes both hotel guests and non-hotel guests for dinner. However, availability is limited, and reservations are strongly recommended. During the late fall and winter season, Cara is exclusively for guests of the hotel. 

Cara offers a blind tasting menu, meaning there is no traditional menu to select from. Each evening, the chef curates a multi-course dining experience based on the finest ingredients available that day. Guests trust the chef to create a personalized journey that includes both meat and seafood, and occasionally features raw preparations.

Chef blind tastings include both meat and seafood. For severe allergies, multiple restrictions, vegetarians, or vegans, we recommend dining at Remy's Loose.

Yes, curated wine pairings are available to complement each course. Our sommeliers thoughtfully select wines from around the world to enhance the seasonal menu.

The tasting menu typically lasts between two and three hours, allowing time to fully enjoy each course and wine pairing, if selected.