Visitors to Newport’s historic mansions now have a new place to dine with a view, as The Preservation Society of Newport County has opened The Carriage House at The Elms to the public.
The newly renovated dining space, located at the back of The Elms property, offers guests an elevated culinary experience surrounded by the mansion’s spectacular gardens and fountains. The bright, accessible venue serves New England classics and farm-to-table fare, providing both counter service and full table service options.
“The Carriage House has been transformed into a welcoming space where visitors can enjoy quality food while taking in the grand landscape of specimen trees, gardens and fountains,” according to The Preservation Society. The renovation makes the historic outbuilding fully accessible to all guests.
The menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes and desserts, along with beer, wine and soft beverages. Food service is provided by Stoneacre Hospitality Group, which also operates the Chinese Tea House at Marble House.
Indoor and outdoor seating options are available, weather permitting, giving diners the chance to enjoy their meal while overlooking The Elms’ meticulously maintained grounds.
The Carriage House is open daily through September 30 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with last admission to the property at 4 p.m. Beginning in October, the venue will operate on weekends only.
Access to The Carriage House is exclusive to visitors with a Newport Mansions tour ticket or Preservation Society membership. Reservations can be made online through Resy.com, though walk-ins are welcome. Questions can be directed to ElmsReservations@gmail.com.
The addition expands the dining options available to Newport Mansions visitors, which already include The Breakers Café in the Welcome Center and the Chinese Tea House at Marble House, where afternoon tea and brunch service is offered on select dates.
For more information about The Carriage House and to make reservations, visit the Preservation Society’s Dining and Refreshments webpage at newportmansions.org.