The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

4.5

539 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 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
Website
http://aubergeresorts.com/vanderbilt/dine/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Timothy Caspare

Location
41 Mary St, Newport, RI 02840-3027
Neighborhood
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
$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.

YOGURT PARFAIT$14.00
granola, seasonal fruit, wildflower honey
COCONUT CHIA PUDDING$14.00
goji berry, coconut, banana
SMOKED SALMON EVERYTHING BAGEL$18.00
scallion cream cheese, capers, onion, tomatoes
BLUEBERRY PANCAKES$19.00
vermont syrup and butter
AVOCADO TOAST$19.00
grains, sprouts, onion, cilantro
- add egg$5.00
LOCAL EGGS ANY STYLE$24.00
bacon or sausage, toast
EGGS BENEDICT$24.00
poached eggs, smoked ham, english muffin, hollandaise
FRIED EGG SANDWICH$19.00
brioche bun, sausage or chorizo, vermont cheese
OMELETTE$24.00
zucchini, mushroom, gruyere, toast

SIDES

FRESH SEASONAL FRUIT$12.00
BUTTERMILK AND CURRANT SCONE$9.00
SMOKED SALMON$10.00
CHICKEN SAUSAGE$7.00
OLD SMOKEHOUSE BACON$6.00
DUCK FAT POTATOES$7.00
SLICED HAM$6.00

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

Noise • Moderate

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

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Brian
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days 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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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Columbus
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 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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Marian
Miami
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 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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David
Rhode Island
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 6 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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Paula
Greater Boston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 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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Mariane
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
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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Denise
Greater Boston
25 reviews
4.0
25 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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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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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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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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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

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

41 Mary St, Newport, RI 02840-3027

Additional information

Neighborhood
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

Website
http://aubergeresorts.com/vanderbilt/dine/
Phone number
(401) 846-6200

The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt

Make a reservation

Additional information

Sunday Roast at the Mansion

Coffee by New Harvest

Coffee$6.00

Decaf Coffee$6.00

Cold Brew$6.00

French Press$14.00

Espresso by New Harvest

Cappuccino$8.50

Latte$8.50

Americano$8.50

Herbal & Green Teas

Organic Vanilla Rooibos$6.00

Peppermint$6.00

Chamomile Blossoms$6.00

Color of the Year$6.00

Auberge Green$6.00

Black Teas

Masala Chai$6.00

English Breakfast$6.00

Earl Grey with Lavender$6.00

Mad Hatter’s$6.00

Thunderbolt Darjeeling$6.00

Entree

YOGURT PARFAIT$14.00

COCONUT CHIA PUDDING$14.00

SMOKED SALMON EVERYTHING BAGEL$18.00

BLUEBERRY PANCAKES$19.00

AVOCADO TOAST$19.00

LOCAL EGGS ANY STYLE$24.00

EGGS BENEDICT$24.00

FRIED EGG SANDWICH$19.00

OMELETTE$24.00

SIDES

FRESH SEASONAL FRUIT$12.00

BUTTERMILK AND CURRANT SCONE$9.00

SMOKED SALMON$10.00

CHICKEN SAUSAGE$7.00

OLD SMOKEHOUSE BACON$6.00

DUCK FAT POTATOES$7.00

SLICED HAM$6.00

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