The Helmway

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

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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 Island33 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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   Denise F VIP

   Greater Boston139 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

   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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   Kristen

   Greater Boston8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on October 25, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Jazz band was great, nice added touch for ambience for the Newport area
   

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   Karen

   Greater Boston22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on October 18, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful server and she made some great suggestions, and our meals were delicious. We will definitely be going again.
   

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    MARK

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We had dinner and returned the next morning for breakfast. Service was excellent, super attentive. We had scallops and lobster ravioli, restaurant partners with local producers, meal was delicious. Pleasant space to eat, not loud or distracting. Highly recommend.
    

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