While many of Rhode Island’s summer events and traditions have been postponed this year, we’re pleased to report that Aunt Carrie’s in Narragansett has officially opened for the season. Although their onsite dining area will have a limited capacity, it’s still wonderful to know that our state’s most timeless treasure is sticking around. Believe it or not, this classic eatery has been owned and operated by the same family since 1920.

You’ll find Aunt Carrie’s steps away from the beach in Narragansett, where it has remained for a century.

narragansett / Google This is a seasonal restaurant, and for many, its opening signifies the start of summer.

Carrie Cooper and her husband, Ulysses, fell in love with this area despite living in Connecticut.

Aunt Carrie’s / Facebook They started selling cold lemonade to the local fishermen and the nearby campers. Carrie also made chowder and clam fritters from scratch, much to the delight of the locals. Eventually, Ulysses bought some property, and the restaurant officially opened in 1920.

Carrie ran the restaurant until she retired in 1953 (she passed away in 1964). Since then, many of her relatives have worked here.

KellyMaae / TripAdvisor Aunt Carrie’s is currently being run by its fourth generation. Carrie’s granddaughter, Elsie, and Elsie’s two daughters oversee operations.

Given its location, it’s no surprise that the menu here consists mainly of fresh seafood.

Lo Snead / Google From the steamed clams to the fish & chips and the famous fried seafood platter, there are plenty of delicious options. The restaurant is most famous for its clam cakes, which originate from Aunt Carrie herself.

Bite into a lobster roll or the famous Lobster Sandwich and you’ll see why this was the first restaurant in Rhode Island to win a James Beard award.

Aunr Carrie’s / Google It has also been featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives and The Travel Channel.

Years ago, Aunt Carrie’s added an ice cream shoppe to the property, which was one of their better decisions.

Kimberly Kish / Google The ice cream is all made right here in Rhode Island, and it’s fantastic.

Try a traditional cup or cone, or go with one of the signature Wicked Ice Cream Sundaes, which have names like The Dirty Fisherman and The Block Island Sunrise.

Aunt Carrie’s / Facebook No matter how much seafood you eat, remember – there’s always room for ice cream. It’s just science.

Aunt Carrie’s is traditionally open from Memorial Day to Labor Day as well as limited hours in April, May, and September.

Aunt Carrie’s / Facebook And if you’re not up for dining in, they have an extensive takeout menu that’s just as tasty.

Make sure to enjoy a meal from Aunt Carrie’s this summer — it’s their 100th anniversary!

narragansett / Google

This is a seasonal restaurant, and for many, its opening signifies the start of summer.

Aunt Carrie’s / Facebook

They started selling cold lemonade to the local fishermen and the nearby campers. Carrie also made chowder and clam fritters from scratch, much to the delight of the locals. Eventually, Ulysses bought some property, and the restaurant officially opened in 1920.

KellyMaae / TripAdvisor

Aunt Carrie’s is currently being run by its fourth generation. Carrie’s granddaughter, Elsie, and Elsie’s two daughters oversee operations.

Lo Snead / Google

From the steamed clams to the fish & chips and the famous fried seafood platter, there are plenty of delicious options. The restaurant is most famous for its clam cakes, which originate from Aunt Carrie herself.

Aunr Carrie’s / Google

It has also been featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives and The Travel Channel.

Kimberly Kish / Google

The ice cream is all made right here in Rhode Island, and it’s fantastic.

No matter how much seafood you eat, remember – there’s always room for ice cream. It’s just science.

And if you’re not up for dining in, they have an extensive takeout menu that’s just as tasty.

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Address: 1240 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882, USA