The Helmway

Name: The Helmway
Address: 425 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI, United States, 02842
Telephone: (401) 846-3555
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.5

3.5 (22)

$30 and under

American

425 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

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.

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 22 people are saying

The Helmway reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.5

3.5 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.6Service
3.4Ambience
3.1Value

Noise • Quiet

22 Reviews

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Rita VIP
Greater Boston77 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our food was good but a bit overpriced. Bits of broken glass were on our table. Even though we sat at a corner table in the dining room the conversations from the few people at the bar was disruptive.
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Heather
Greater Boston5 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was phenomenal! Menu is limited but quality of food was good.
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ABA27
Rhode Island2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely staff , warm ambience , love words so I cannot explain why I am at a loss for them, but I am drawn to this place over and over again - a blend possibly of a certain sophistication, style, cheerfulness, neighborhood feel,, comfort and quiet even when crowded…
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Patty VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
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 Boston2 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
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 Island35 reviews
5.0
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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Marina
Greater Boston3 reviews
1.0
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The waiter was sweet but i was beyond disappointed with the food. It was my birthday and i was expecting a lovely dinner and a full restaurant. The place is in a motel/hotel the place is pretty small and i booked on a sunday so i was expecting it to be lively but i was unfortunately disappointed. My boyfriend got a pasta dish that tasted like dish water and baby food mixed, my food was cold and the potatoes were pretty much raw, the chicken sandwich my friend got was almost like school food. The appetizers were also pretty disappointing. I got the hot honey flatbread but it looked like a box pepperoni pizza with barely honey drizzled, my friend got a Cesar salad and he got a whole head of lettuce with dressing drizzled on it. I left hungry and disappointed and i ended up ordering food when i got home.
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Denise F VIP
Greater Boston140 reviews
3.0
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 VIP
New York City15 reviews
5.0
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 City1 review
5.0
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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FAQs

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

The Helmway is rated 3.5 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

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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