He says his Mediterranean-influenced American menu is inspired in part by his time working alongside legendary chef Roger Verge at the famed Moulin de Mougins on the French Riviera. Your dining adventure is led by executive chef Ted Gidley, who took over the kitchen in 1995. He let her go first.) And the list goes on through Hollywood, international media, politicians, gangsters, and an endless stream of hedge fund managers. Sailing legend Dennis Conner, CNN Founder Ted Turner (who, years ago, my boyfriend literally ran into here, nearly knocking them both over.) Actress Mia Sorvino (again, my boyfriend's story, as they both waited in line for the tiny restroom on the first floor.

Just take a look at the photos of sailing yachts from years past, signed by long ago patrons of this world-famous dining mecca located on Bannister's Wharf in the heart of America's 'First Resort,' Newport, RI. How does one write a review of an iconic restaurant? By dropping names, that's how.