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The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt, Newport, RI

The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

4.5
4.5
539 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Pull back the portico curtains and step into the historic downtown Newport mansion once owned by businessman Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt that has been reimagined as a glamorous social hub with a culinary secret to discover at every turn. From an intimate dining room with an intriguing menu of savory local dishes to the sun-dappled Conservatory and dining al fresco in The Garden, the dining scene at The Vanderbilt is crackling with alluring eccentricities just waiting to be explored.

Important Notes: Reservations are held for 15 minutes beyond the scheduled arrival time, and during peak service hours you may not be seated until your entire party has arrived. Once your party is assembled, we will offer you the next available table for a party of your size. Also, we do our utmost to accommodate all guest requests upon check-in, but unfortunately cannot guarantee any particular seating preferences.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 846-6200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Timothy Caspare
  • Neighbourhood
    Newport
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Roast at the Mansion

    US$49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    To honor the convivial English tradition starting around the time of Henry VIII and remains popular in pubs today, The Vanderbilt’s Sunday Roast includes a menu featuring tender roast beef, crispy potatoes, roasted carrots, buttery cabbage, and perfectly puffy Yorkshire pudding, nourishing the spirit of all visitors to the mansion. Gather with friends and family around the table in the hotel’s handsome fireplace-adorned Dining Room for this modern take on the centuries-old tradition, indulging in a comforting, hearty meal.
    Sunday Roast at the Mansion photo

What 539 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Romantic

  • Newport County

    Great for brunch

  • Newport County

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt offers a "stunning" ambiance in a historic mansion setting. Guests often praise the "amazing food" and "fantastic service," highlighting the attentive staff and beautifully presented dishes. While some found it pricey, the overall experience, including rooftop views and cozy fireplaces, makes it a "highly recommend" destination for special occasions.

539 Reviews
  1. Brian

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We stayed at the hotel and had dinner and breakfast the next day in the Dining Room. The food for both meals was outstanding. The service at our dinner was not good. We were seated by the hostess and sat for nearly 15 minutes with every member of the waitstaff walking past our table as if no one was sitting there. Eventually our server came over and asked if we were ready to order. We ordered our entire meal with our drinks. Once the food came out, the only time I could get another drink or some more water was if I flagged him down. The breakfast was a completely different experience. Our server was terrific. She literally could not have been better. I wish I could remember her name.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Step back into a bygone era and enjoy not only Exquisite and delicious food but an Ambience like none other. The Vanderbilt dining room is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the Gilded Age in a unique and fun way. The beverages were Exquisite the food was delightful and the fire was perfect.

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  3. Marian

    Miami

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent. Christmas dinner was tasty. Decor was very appealing. Enjoyable evening for all.

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  4. David

    Rhode Island

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience eating at the Vanderbilt. The decor is so amazing and the vibe of the dining room is very cool. The service was spot on and the servers are very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and we totally enjoyed our meal. 

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  5. Paula

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was not as special as we’d hoped- hard to find something really nice on menu

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  6. Mariane

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambience decor was tasteful for the Victorian era food was very good had Sunday angus steak special

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  7. Denise

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice spot for a scone and tea. It is one of the prettiest spots in Newport!

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  8. Gary

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in, we felt the level of service! From the front desk, to the hostess. It is such a beautiful hotel/restaurant. Thank you for such a memorable experience!

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  9. Jessica

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Reservations were for 8:30 pm. We were not seated until 9:05, we didn't receive drinks until 9:20 and when we tried to place appetizers with the drinks, we were told we had to place entrees as well so the kitchen could time the courses appropriately. Server didn't come back for another ten minutes. We ordered and received the appetizers but dinner came out less than ten minutes later when we were still eating the appetizers and there was no room for the plates to be put down because it was a true two top table.

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  10. Jodi

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was perfect but I wish the dining room had been decorated for the holidays. That was kind of disappointing. Otherwise wonderful.

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FAQs

The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt is rated 4.5 stars by 539 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

41 Mary St, Newport, RI 02840-3027

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Newport
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Timothy Caspare
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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