The Old Courthouse opened in February, 2004.  We are a family owned and operated restaurant.  The owners  have different areas that they devote most of their time to.  Jane Rastallis, with many years of  business experience, oversees the running of the business as well as overseeing the front of the restaurant.  Jane, returned to Newport from Massachusetts where she has lived for the past 20 years.    Karen Rastallis Doucette, formerly of Newport, has resided in Rhode Island for past 20 years and moved back to New Hampshire shortly after the restaurant opened.  Karen enjoys making desserts  as well as spending time in the dining room with the guests.  She also enjoys  keeping up with the paperwork that goes along with owning a business.

Our newest addition to The Old Courthouse is Robert C. Steele, Executive Chef.  

We are delighted to welcome him as part of our management team.