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Hemenway's, Providence, RI

Hemenway's

4.8
4.8
8295 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
121 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 117 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Hemenway's, an icon in the Rhode Island food scene and the go-to destination for fresh, top-of-catch seafood has been serving both locals and visitors to the capital city for decades.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Shellfish, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant directly for off site catering information.
  • Private party facilities
    Please call the restaurant for more information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Providence
  • Parking details
    Hemenway's generally has plenty of street parking and also has complimentary parking at dinner in our parking garage
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 8,295 people are saying

Hemenway's 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Seafood

  • Rhode Island

    Most Booked

  • Providence County

    Best Overall

  • Providence County

    Best Food

  • Providence County

    Best Ambiance

  • Providence County

    Great for fine wines

  • Providence County

    Great for scenic views

  • Providence County

    Good for special occasions

  • Providence County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hemenway's in Providence offers "amazing food and great service" in a "beautiful restaurant" setting. Guests rave about the "attentive and personable" staff, especially standout servers like Derek and Teresa. Recent renovations maintain its charm, enhancing a "warm and charming environment." Perfect for celebrations, it guarantees a "wonderful experience" every visit.

8,295 Reviews
  1. Greg

    Rhode Island2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress was excellent and gave us a desert on the house for our 36th anniversary

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  2. keith

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to celebrate our wedding anniversary and Hemenways made us feel special from the moment we walked through the door. We had a beautiful winfow seat overlooking the river and rose petals on the table. Our waitress was charming, even more so when we found out we had mutual friend connections. Siobhan was wonderful and catered to our every need. The food was incredible, so full of flavor and presented with flair. Then, to top off a wonderful experience, we were given complimentary desserts. A memorable occasion made special by Hemenways. Thank you so much, one and all.

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  3. Sydnee

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food in a fun beautiful atmosphere right near the water's edge

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  4. Elliott VIP

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a later reservation but tried to squeeze in early... there were two seats available for us at the bar so we enjoyed drinks, apps, and dinner at the bar. As always the food was fabulous, the drink pours were good, and the wait staff behind the bar were friendly and attentive. Additionally the greeting staff did ck with us at the bar when our reservation time arrived to verify if we wanted to move to a table or not. Would and by the way, have, recommend(ed), to others - truly one of our favorite spots in Providence. Yes it is a bit expensive -

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  5. Jenny

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress could have been a bit more attentive but we understand it was a busy due to Easter.

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  6. Michael VIP

    London33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and had Easter dinner at Hemenway’s and it was excellent all around. The oysters, a selection of four different ones, were delicious as was the tuna tartare. For entrees we had scallops and tuna steak which were cooked to perfection. Our meal was made all the more enjoyable by Bridget our waitress who sincerely cared about our dining experience!

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  7. Carol

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Diego, was great! He was knowledgeable about the menu, helpful, and professional. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. We had a grand time!

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  8. Darcy VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, drinks and service were fantastic. A nice, elevated dining experience.

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  9. Pam

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely Easter dinner I had this afternoon with my son. Our waiter, Diego, was very solicitous and attentive. We each had the mussels appetizer, which was served with a delicious broth with a little kick and two large chunks of butter-infused bread which was divine. My son had the swordfish entree and I had the paella. Both were amazing and tasty. I didn’t finish my dinner as I was looking forward to dessert. I had key lime pie and my son, the cheesecake. We had a comfortable window seat looking over the park at the side of the restaurant. What a great meal and what a great place!

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  10. Kathleen

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful. The waiter was delightful. The food was delicious. The view was pretty, too.

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Hemenway's is rated 4.8 stars by 8295 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 117 times today
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121 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Providence
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Shellfish, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hemenway's generally has plenty of street parking and also has complimentary parking at dinner in our parking garage
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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