Tag: safari room

Love Is In the Air OceanCliff Hotel

This Valentine’s season, OceanCliff Hotel invites you to mark the occasion with a carefully curated dining experience in an intimate coastal setting.

From February 13 through February 22, guests are invited to indulge in a thoughtfully curated three-course prix fixed Valentine’s menu at Safari Room, OceanCliff’s signature dining destination. Designed for lingering conversations, candlelit moments, and elevated flavors, this experience is a true celebration of the season.


A Valentine’s Menu Worth Savoring

The evening begins with a complimentary amuse-bouche, setting the tone for what’s to come. Guests then choose from a selection of standout starters that balance comfort and sophistication—favorites include the Crabcake Scotch Egg, finished with remoulade and pickled mustard seed, and Korean Fried Cod Wings, glazed with gochujang and bright citrus notes.

For the main course, Safari Room showcases elegant entrées crafted to impress. Highlights include:

  • Georges Bank Scallops, paired with English pea purée, pancetta, preserved lemon, and beurre monté
  • Hudson Valley Duck Breast, served with parsnip purée, roasted beets, blood orange, crispy Brussels sprouts, and sauce bigarade
  • Filet Mignon from Brandt Farms, accompanied by crispy fingerling potatoes, grilled asparagus, and sauce au poivre

The evening concludes on a sweet note with decadent dessert selections such as Raspberry Crème Brûlée, Flourless Chocolate Torte, or Salted Caramel Pot de Crème.

link to menu


Thoughtful Details to Elevate the Evening

Each Valentine’s dinner includes a bottle of wine for two, thoughtfully paired to complement the menu, making the experience feel effortless and complete. For those looking to indulge a little further, guests may add a Raw Bar Sampler featuring local oysters, shrimp cocktail, and littleneck clams.

The prix fixe menu is offered at $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Please note:  Safari Room will be closed on Monday, February 16 through Thursday, February 19.


Turn Dinner Into a Getaway: Valentine’s Dine & Stay Package

Make the celebration last longer with OceanCliff Hotel’s Valentine’s Dine & Stay Package, available on February 13, 20, and 21. This romantic offering includes:

  • One-night stay at OceanCliff Hotel
  • Three-course Valentine’s dinner & a bottle of wine for two at Safari Room
  • Prosecco and chocolate-covered strawberries waiting in your room upon arrival

Packages start at $199 per couple

  • Deluxe Queen: $199
  • Deluxe King: $209
  • Deluxe Luxury: $229

  *Plus tax and gratuity. Direct bookings only.


Reserve Your Valentine’s Experience

Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner, a weekend escape, or both, Safari Room at OceanCliff Hotel sets the stage for a Valentine’s celebration to remember.

📞 Call 401-619-7925 to reserve your table or book your stay.

Join us at the Safari Room for Newport Burger Bender

The deliciousness is back! Newport Burger Bender returns Friday, 2/17 – Sunday, 2/26 with 10 days of incredible burger bending. From classic beef to more exotic options, local restaurants are offering up their best burgers with the hope of being crowned the Best Burger in town – so try them all, but try our Safari Room burgers first!

CUBAN FRITA – beef and chorizo blend patty, chopped onions, Cuban picante sauce, ketchup, fried potato sticks, topped with a sunny side egg, served on a brioche bun

BANH MI – Asian spiced ground pork, pickled julienne daikon and carrots, sliced jalapenos and cucumbers, sriracha aioli, cilantro, served on a sesame seed bun

Voting begins Friday, February 17th, and it’s easy to get involved:

Visit discovernewport.org and click on the burger you’d like to vote for, fill out the voting form, what you loved about the burger, and click “VOTE NOW.”

Don’t miss out on one of our favorite events – try one, try some, try them all, and vote for your favorite!