Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Rhode Island
  4. Washington
  5. Charlestown
General Stanton Inn, Charlestown, RI

General Stanton Inn

4.4
4.4
348 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
The 1740 General Stanton Inn was named best new restaurant in Southern Rhode Island. Guests delight in traditional Rhode Island cuisine with emphasis on fresh local seafood-- Oysters, clams, calamari, swordfish, shrimp, scallops and our signature dish, Portuguese Cod. Our friendly bartenders excel at making Martinis, Old fashioneds and craft cocktails. Local craft beers are on draft, and the wine list is comprehensive.

Located in the beach community of Charlestown, Rhode Island, The General Stanton is the quintessential New England Inn with charming colonial architecture which dates back to the 1700's. The Inn is rich in history having hosted George Washington and three US Presidents. The Inn was a stagecoach stop, underground railroad safehouse and an illicit gambling house in the roaring 1920's.
You will enjoy staying or dining in comfort.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 14:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (401) 364-8888
  • Website
    http://www.thegeneralstantoninn.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Hagist
  • Private party facilities
    The General Stanton Inn has five dining rooms with a total capacity of 175 seats.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington

    Great for brunch

  • Washington

    Good for groups

  • Washington

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
General Stanton Inn offers a charming New England ambiance with "excellent food and service." Guests appreciate the rich history and cozy setting, often highlighting the "great atmosphere" and attentive staff. While some dishes received mixed reviews, the seafood and prime rib are frequently praised. Perfect for history buffs and seafood lovers alike.

348 Reviews

  1. Vivian

    New York City

    77 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful dinner in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Maria

    Greater Boston

    95 reviews

    3.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We visited on a Thursday. The food was very good. I had oysters then the Portuguese cod. Companion had steak frites and a wedge salad. After we ordered wine we were told food orders couldn’t be taken for 15 minutes as they were busy with a private party in a separate room. That was a first. So everyone in the dining room sat and sipped their drinks, which were not comped, for 15 minutes or so until our orders could be taken. With the bar almost full and live amplified music, the noise level was so high that you had to shout to be heard across the table. So while the food was really good, the atmosphere turned us off.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Lawrence

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Wonderful old New England ambience.

    Is this helpful?

  4. JOHN

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an excellent dinner Great atmosphere service was very good Great staff

    Is this helpful?

  5. Bob

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice and relaxing dinner for our family. Service was great.

    Is this helpful?

  6. RITA

    Alabama

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Seated right away with a reservation in a little room with two tables. Very in tune with age of the Inn, fireplace in room also. Had the Friday night special of Prime Rib served with mashed potato and broccoli and rolls and butter. Very good, nice addition to the menu. So glad the Inn is part of our neighborhood, a place with cloth napkins. Hear a new fall menu will be out soon, looking forward to it.

    Is this helpful?

  7. NicoleP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Loved the casino. Both cod and Salmon delicious! So nice to have such a great local place!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Christopher

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Service was outstanding. Being a history buff, dining where General George Washington discussed the defense of Rhode Island was enthralling. Will be back.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Frank

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated in a very charming, intimate, rustic room with only 2 tables and a large stone colonial fireplace. The entrees (we chose the salmon with asparagus and parmesan risotto) were perfectly prepared and cooked to order. The ambiance simply topped everything off to make the evening most enjoyable 😊

    Is this helpful?

  10. Stuart

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, both dinner & desert. Service was spot on.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

General Stanton Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 364-8888.

General Stanton Inn is rated 4.4 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for General Stanton Inn

4115 Old Post Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813-2553

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Charlestown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 14:00–20:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Hagist
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Restaurant Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo