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Address: 428 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840
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Reviews
The service is table dining with indoor and outdoor seating. There is also a quick service cafe and small gift area. Every table gives a great view of the surrounding architecture. The food was delicious but nothing to travel far for! The price is appropriate for the location. You come here for the views and ambiance more than the food.
From the moment we stepped through the door, the warm ambiance enveloped us, and we were greeted with genuine smiles from the staff. As someone who knows the Stoneacre Hospitality brand well, I can confidently say this establishment is exactly what our town needed—a delightful place to relish a leisurely lunch.
We thoroughly enjoyed a sparkling wine that complemented the luxurious caviar dip beautifully. For our main courses, the seasonal quiche was a highlight—its rich flavors and fresh ingredients made each bite a true delight. We truly appreciated the attentive service and the impeccable hospitality, and we can’t wait to return for another memorable meal!
Best,
Srdan Dokovic
I am giving the restaurant four stars instead of five for two reasons – First, when we left there were still four open tables on the patio and RESY, the APP used to book reservations, indicated that there were reservations available on the patio at 2:30 PM. Also, RESY specifically states that “reservations are encouraged” but does not say that they are required.
Second, we were charged a 2.96% surcharge (not disclosed until we paid our bill) for using a credit card. The restaurant said that it’s to offset their processing costs and is not more than what they pay in fees. When did this become a thing? Since most people pay by card, it would appear that accepting cards and paying the processing fee is the cost of doing business? In fact, restaurants benefit from accepting credit cards: 1) it allows merchants to easily and securely accept and process payments; 2) it improves customer experience by reducing wait times and makes the customer payment process more convenient; 3) it reduces merchant costs – no need to count and process money and coins, it saves time and effort to bundle and transport money and coins to the bank, it reduces possible theft, and it avoids bad checks and counterfeit money; 4) it is also more sanitary to use credit cards. Forcing people to carry cash to pay large bills at a restaurant can also be a safety risk for the customer.
Dining at The Carriage House at The Elms was a lovely experience. Set in a beautifully restored French-style carriage house, the architecture and setting alone are worth the visit-graceful, historic, and perfectly nestled within the grounds of the Elms estate. It feels like a quiet escape into another time.
For an early lunch, the menu offers some excellent light options-fresh salads, delicate sandwiches, and small plates that pair well with a coffee or sparkling water. Later in the afternoon, the menu shifts a bit, with rich and flavorful pasta dishes that feel indulgent yet still refined. Everything was well-prepared, thoughtfully plated, and served with a laid-back elegance that matched the space.
Whether you’re stopping by after a tour of The Elms or simply looking for a relaxing meal in a unique setting, The Carriage House delivers charm, taste, and ambiance.
This is still new, and the staff is still learning to be patient and kind. i.e. Putting cold bear into warm glass and / or failing to pour it for you.