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Hemenway's

$30 and under
Seafood
121 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

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Hemenway's

4.8
$30 and under
Seafood
Providence

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 115 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Lively

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2026

From the OpenTable editors: Forty years on the Providence River and Hemenway's still consistently draws crowds. Executive chef Austin Hamilton leads a kitchen built around direct relationships with New England's fishing ports. The fisherman-style lobster, a whole lobster pulled from the tank, stuffed with crab, scallops, and shrimp, and finished with bread crumbs, is not to be missed. The expanded sushi and raw bar program is just another reason to visit as are the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the Providence River.

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Philosophy

Hemenway's 40-year legacy as one of Rhode Island's premier seafood destinations embodies a sense of relaxed elegance, where refined dining meets the welcoming spirit of coastal New England. Set along the Providence River, the restaurant offers a polished yet comfortable atmosphere featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, waterfront views, a vibrant raw bar, and warm hospitality.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 351-8570
  • Website
    https://www.hemenwaysrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant directly for catering information.
  • Private party facilities
    For over 40 years, Hemenway’s has built our reputation by serving up the very best of fresh local catches from the famed ports of New England. Scenic views of the Providence River along with the relaxed elegance and vitality of our restaurant provide the perfect atmosphere for any special occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Becca McAteer: (401) 328-7974
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    121 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Description
    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 Providence for decades.
  • 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

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Menu

This menu from Hemenway's was last updated on 11/2/2026.

POWER LUNCH MENU

Available Monday through Friday, 11:30 am - 3:00 pm. Enjoy an appetizer and entree for only $35 plus tax and gratuity, as well as a takeaway cup of locally roasted coffee or our own Cold Brew along with a freshly baked cookie.

    FIRST COURSE

    Select One

    • NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

      • RHODE ISLAND CLAM CHOWDER

        • CAESAR SALAD

          Seven Stars crumble, parmesan

          • MIXED GREENS

            Apple cider vinaigrette, pomegranate seeds, fennel, hazelnut dukkah crumbs, herbed mascarpone spread

            SECOND COURSE

            Select One

            • BLACKENED SHRIMP TACOS

              grilled blackened shrimp, roasted tomato salsa, radish, avocado mousse, pickled cabbage

              • WEDGE SALAD

                grilled chicken, iceberg lettuce, tomato, crispy bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, pickled red onion, bleu cheese dressing

                • BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH

                  Calabrian chile aioli, broccoli slaw, sumac cured cucumbers

                  • PAN SEARED BLACK BASS

                    Spanish rice, salsa verde, peppers, onions, baby bok choy

                    • CRISPY SOLE

                      Panko crusted, french fries, dill-cabbage slaw, malt vinegar aioli

                      • SMOKED SALMON BLT

                        smoked salmon, bacon, roma tomaotes, cured cucumber, black garlic, greens, multi grain bread

                        Last updated: November 2, 2026

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                        Reviews

                        OpenTable reviews from verified diners

                        Reviews from people who have dined at Hemenway's.

                        4.8

                        4.8
                        (9361)
                        • 4.7Food
                        • 4.8Service
                        • 4.8Ambience
                        • 4.5Value

                        Noise • Moderate

                        Loved For

                        • Providence

                          Best Ambiance

                        • Providence

                          Most Booked

                        • Providence County

                          Best Ambiance

                        • Providence County

                          Most Booked

                        Review summary

                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                        Hemenway's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "incredible food" and "amazing service." The ambiance is "fantastic," making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "exceptional seafood" and "attentive staff." While some experienced slow service, overall, Hemenway's remains a "must-visit" in Providence.
                        9,361 Reviews

                        1. Jim

                          Baltimore2 reviews

                          2.0

                          Dined 1 day ago

                          1. Overall 2
                          2. Food 2
                          3. Service 3
                          4. Ambience 3
                          It is a very nice place, but for the price you pay, you would think the food would come out hot and you would get what you ordered. My lobster tail was cold. I asked for butter, he forgot. My wife asked for cauliflower for a side. She got green beans. The waiter brought back the cauliflower and it was ice cold, so for $250 I would’ve just as well gone to McDonald’s or Burger King. I was very disappointed.

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                        2. Bruce

                          Rhode Island2 reviews

                          5.0

                          Dined 1 day ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Food was excellent and service supreme. A little over priced in my opinion. $245 for dinner for two.

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                        3. Carla

                          Unspecified1 review

                          4.0

                          Dined 3 days ago

                          1. Overall 4
                          2. Food 4
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 4
                          Great evening of celebration. Good took a little long to arrive but was worth it.

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                        4. Paul Gold

                          Greater Boston98 reviews

                          5.0

                          Dined 3 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          We had the best anniversary celebration! Our service provided by Kira and Sara was superb! Sara was just taking care of our water and very personable until Kira arrived. Kira made sure we had everything we needed and more. The restaurant didn’t have my favorite oysters Rockefeller on the menu any longer however we asked about it and they did make it for me! It was delicious. We love dining here and are sure to go for celebrations!

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                        5. Danny

                          New York City1 review

                          5.0

                          Dined 5 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          If you’re looking to have some great food and a great atmosphere this is the place to go

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                        6. Mike

                          Greater Boston2 reviews

                          5.0

                          Dined 5 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          A+ amazing as always. Great food and service. Will be back.

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                        7. Mary

                          Unspecified3 reviews

                          5.0

                          Dined 6 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          I had the best stuffed shrimp that I’ve ever had! Service was excellent! The Keylime pie is the best I’ve ever had too! It was a little bit noisy. Service was excellent.

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                        8. Kathleen Gold

                          Greater Boston14 reviews

                          5.0

                          Dined 6 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          One of the most delicious meals we have had in a long time. The ambiance was relaxing and our waiter, David, was exceptional.

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                        9. Christopher Gold

                          Greater Boston8 reviews

                          5.0

                          Dined 7 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          My wife and I had a delightful dinner at Hemmingway‘s on Halloween. The food was excellent as were the drinks. Hemingway can be noisy, but we went early and got in before the place filled up. Has a great table overlooking the river. It was a very nice date night.

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                        10. Sandra

                          Greater Boston3 reviews

                          4.0

                          Dined on October 30, 2026

                          1. Overall 4
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 3
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Food was excellent but the service was a bit slow. It took a long time to get our appetizers. Other than that, we had a great experience.

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                        Additional information

                        • Dining style
                          Casual Elegant
                        • Price
                          $30 and under
                        • Cuisines
                          Seafood
                        • Hours of operation
                          Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
                        • Phone number
                          (401) 351-8570
                        • Website
                          https://www.hemenwaysrestaurant.com/
                        • Payment options
                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                        • Dress code
                          Business Casual
                        • Catering
                          Please contact the restaurant directly for catering information.
                        • Private party facilities
                          For over 40 years, Hemenway’s has built our reputation by serving up the very best of fresh local catches from the famed ports of New England. Scenic views of the Providence River along with the relaxed elegance and vitality of our restaurant provide the perfect atmosphere for any special occasion.
                        • Private party contact
                          Becca McAteer: (401) 328-7974
                        • Delivery & takeout
                          Order direct
                        • Location
                          121 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903
                        • Award-winning
                          1. OpenTable Icons 2026
                        • Description
                          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 Providence for decades.
                        • 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

                        FAQs

                        Business casual is the guide at Hemenway's, aim for neat, polished attire; many guests also dress up a touch for anniversaries and special nights.

                        Yes, Hemenway's has a patio where guests enjoy dining al fresco; several reviews specifically praise dinners on the patio.

                        Hemenway's has hosted holiday meals, guests report booking a Thanksgiving reservation when the restaurant offered a special Thanksgiving menu.

                        Hemenway's offers a casual‑elegant, waterfront dining room, bright and polished with river views, often chosen for anniversaries and special evenings.

                        Yes, Hemenway’s offers a full drinks program, from creative cocktails to an extensive coffee‑cocktails selection, and guests frequently praise the cocktails and wine selections.

                        Yes, Hemenway’s runs special menus and events, including a Providence Restaurant Week menu and a dedicated Power Lunch, and they host one‑off wine dinners and holiday menus.

                        Weekends, especially Saturdays, are the liveliest times to visit, with many guests describing packed, buzzy weekend dining and busy Saturday nights.

                        For families, Hemenway's staff will accommodate little ones, guests report the maître d helped find a table that could easily fit a stroller and high chair.

                        Certain items are generous, the Lobster Roll is described as plentiful, and the seafood tower is often praised as a large, shareable splurge.

                        Yes, longtime guests note the menu changes periodically over the years, with specials and occasional event menus appearing as well.

                        Hemenway’s features a bright main dining room with window tables and river views, a full bar (including high‑tops), an outdoor patio, and it accepts private parties.

                        Yes, families are welcome: guests say staff helped accommodate a stroller and high chair for a party with a one‑year‑old, and praised the attentive, caring service for children.

                        Yes, guests report the kitchen accommodates dietary needs (gluten‑free, dairy‑free and vegan), and one guest noted a gluten‑free crème brûlée as well.

                        Yes, Hemenway's is a popular spot for anniversaries and special evenings, with guests enjoying romantic touches like rose petals, complimentary Prosecco, and attentive service.

                        Hemenway’s buzzes on weekend evenings, Saturday nights in particular are often packed; for a calmer visit try an early dinner or lunch, which several guests praise.

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                        Hemenway's

                        4.8
                        $30 and under
                        Seafood
                        Providence

                        Make a reservation

                        2 people
                        7:00 PM
                        Booked 115 times today
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