The Helmway

4.3

18 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines
Good for business meals

Just minutes from downtown Newport, we invite you to embark on an elevated yet comfortable dining experience within the newly renovated Pell Hotel. Led by head chef Will Wallbank, The Helmway offers inventive culinary options using local ingredients and flavors inspired by our New England region. Driven by our love for New England and the captivating coastal beauty of Aquidneck Island. Inspired by this rich tapestry, our atmosphere and menu are carefully crafted to reflect the a unique coastal charm. We source the finest local ingredients, bringing vibrant flavors to life in each dish.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Burgers, Seafood
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 11:30 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(401) 846-3555
Website
https://www.thehelmway.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
425 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
Neighborhood
Middletown
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

18 Reviews

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Patty
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great!! The staff was wonderful and so was the food!
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William
Greater Boston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This was Burgerbender week and we had come to have their burger. They didn’t have it! Ran out out of brisket! Poor service, they forgot part of our order and food was poor. Waiter reeked of cigarettes! Overall bad experience. Will not return.
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Christine
Rhode Island
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Although we have lived on the island for many many years, this was our first experience since the reconstruction and we were not disappointed. Our server, DAN, was pleasant, helpful and SUPER attentive. The restaurant/bar space is contemporary, hip and well appointed-all areas immaculate and comfortable. The menu, while not extensive, is varied enough. Their calamari is phenomenally flavorful and a stand out item, for sure. The jazz trio added to the ambiance and the mood - relaxed and light. Five stars 🌟 all around for this local gem. We will ASSUREDLY make it one of our favorite spots! Well done 👍🏼
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Denise F
VIP
Greater Boston
139 reviews
3.0
139 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
My salmon was overdone. I asked for a non gluten starch but Only French fries were offered. Not something I usually order. I was not given the seasonal vegetables, which was the second side on the menu, but our server said I didn’t get the veggies because I substituted. I did substitute, but a starch for another starch. My husband had chowder and the Raviolis, which he liked very much. There was a problem with the bill, which is still being worked out. Our friends ordered the steak and potatoes. They seemed satisfied.
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Oliver
New York City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding service, good food, great cocktail - outstanding addition to the Middletown dining scene
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Paul
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were out of town for Thanksgiving and The Helmway was wonderful. Great dinner, very kind staff, and very reasonable. A little gem.
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Kristen
Greater Boston
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jazz band was great, nice added touch for ambience for the Newport area
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Karen
Greater Boston
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful server and she made some great suggestions, and our meals were delicious. We will definitely be going again.
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MARK
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had dinner and returned the next morning for breakfast. Service was excellent, super attentive. We had scallops and lobster ravioli, restaurant partners with local producers, meal was delicious. Pleasant space to eat, not loud or distracting. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Breakfast buffet was basically identical recipes to what you would get at a low category Hyatt for free, not worth $40 for two
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FAQs

The Helmway offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 846-3555.

The Helmway is rated 4.3 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

425 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842

Additional information

Neighborhood
Middletown
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 11:30 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Burgers, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thehelmway.com/
Phone number
(401) 846-3555

The Helmway

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Order delivery or takeout

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What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Is The Helmway currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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