White Horse Tavern

4.8

4221 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 31 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

At The White Horse Tavern we strive to create a fresh, contemporary culinary experience in America’s Oldest Restaurant. Like generations before us, we serve the freshest fish, clams and lobsters from Narragansett Bay along with just-picked produce from local RI’s farms. We embrace RI’s vibrant food scene to bring you the very best artisan cheeses, honeys, prime cuts of beef and the highest quality chops and poultry from local farms. We are proud to embrace RI's vibrant food scene, which has made the White Horse Tavern a New England destination.

Proper Dress Required; Business Casual is appropriate. Jackets are not required. Please no athletic wear.

Please note any allergies or special requests when making your reservation or any restrictions with stairs. Reservations are recommended to be made 2 to 4 weeks prior to your preferred dining date and time. Specific tables may be requested however we are unable to guarantee certain requests.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(401) 849-3600
Website
http://whitehorsenewport.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Kevin DeMarco

Location
26 Marlborough St, Newport, RI 02840
Area
Newport
Cross Street
Farewell Street
Parking details
There is a small lot directly behind the Tavern that is available on a first come first serve basis. There is street parking all around as well. Please take note of all city signage.
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

What 4,221 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Rhode Island
Romantic
Rhode Island
American
Newport County
Best Overall
Newport County
Best Food
Newport County
Best Service
Newport County
Best Ambience
Newport County
Great for fine wines
Newport County
Romantic
Newport County
Good for special occasions
Newport County
American
Newport County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

White Horse Tavern offers a charming colonial ambiance with roaring fireplaces, making it a perfect winter retreat. Guests rave about the "amazing Beef Wellington" and "exceptional service." The historic setting adds to the allure, while the extensive wine list complements a "delicious" menu. It's ideal for special occasions.

4,221 Reviews

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Cecilia
Baltimore
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
After 34 years we retuned to the White Horse Tavern. The food was really delicious. My beef Wellington was perfect, just fork tender. The steak knife was not needed. The oysters were fresh and had the perfect taste of the sea. The recommended wine paired with the correct notes.
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WMfamily5
VIP
Richmond
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A true historical setting which serves a delicious meal every-time we are able to be in Newport.
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Ronald
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is where we come for a special occasion. Food and atmosphere never disappoint.
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Doug
VIP
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, great food service and environment.
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Margo
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. It was a cold night and we were lucky enough to get a table in front of the huge fireplace. Food and beverages were delicious. I’d definitely return again.
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Diane
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining at The White Horse Tavern was exceptional and a must-see if you are visiting Newport. As the oldest operating restaurant in America, the tavern was cozy, and our servers were all attentive and friendly. The seafood and desserts were delicious.
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Laurie
VIP
Greater Boston
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Travel back in time with a favorite choice in Newport. Delicious variety of food choices! Thank you also for the attentive service but yet having a relaxing evening and not being rushed. Make reservations in advance as popular.
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Staycation
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, service, ambience was top notch. The beef Wellington was superb albeit a bit pricey.
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DanC
VIP
Greater Boston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been coming to Newport for 25 years and always talked about eating at the White Horse Tavern, and never have until tonight. It was awesome! Historic, quaint and comfortable. Our server, Brittany, was helpful and attentive with great suggestions. Food was spot on. Our only regret is not coming here sooner!
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Richard
VIP
Western NC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
was pleased that the 5 star reviews didn’t disappoint.the beef wellington is perfect, so is the scotch egg. this is a wonderful overall experience-made more special by the historic nature of the tavern itself. to think about the historic people who have walked those old boards…
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White Horse Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 4221 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 31 times today

26 Marlborough St, Newport, RI 02840

Additional information

Cross Street
Farewell Street
Area
Newport
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a small lot directly behind the Tavern that is available on a first come first serve basis. There is street parking all around as well. Please take note of all city signage.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kevin DeMarco
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://whitehorsenewport.com/
Phone number
(401) 849-3600

White Horse Tavern

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Additional information

Popular dishes

Beef Wellington

Pan-Seared Scallops

Twin Lobster Tails

Menu

What 4,221 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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