Valley Inn Restaurant
About This Spot
Stepping into Valley Inn Restaurant feels like slipping into a cherished corner of Portsmouth where time slows just enough to savor a good meal and quiet conversations. Nestled within an architecturally intriguing farmhouse, the ambiance strikes a balance between homey comfort and thoughtful charm, inviting you to settle in whether it's a bustling evening or a quieter afternoon. The atmosphere hums with warm familiarity, the kind that welcomes both longtime locals and curious first-timers alike, and a hint of stories whispered through its walls adds a layer of intimacy to the experience.
The pace here is unhurried, encouraging diners to linger over dishes crafted with care and an evident respect for Italian tradition infused with local Rhode Island sensibility. You might find yourself drawn to a bowl of rich, soul-soothing French onion soup or a plate where the flavors of freshly caught seafood meet tender cuts of steak, each bite offering a gentle reminder of the region’s bounty. Whether savoring a vibrant salad dressed with pungent blue cheese or indulging in a pizza topped with a sprinkle of crushed pepper, there’s a quiet joy in the way each offering feels both familiar and thoughtfully elevated.
Service at Valley Inn blends attentiveness with genuine warmth, shaped by servers who understand that meals here are moments to be shared, not hurried. Conversations flow easily from the menu to the stories of the place itself, where the owner’s anecdotes and even a hint of local lore about the Inn’s past create a subtle thread connecting guests to its character.
All in all, Valley Inn Restaurant is a place where the charm of its setting meets the pleasures of a lovingly prepared meal, inviting visitors to uncover their own stories within its cozy, eclectic walls.
What’s Available Here
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Fireplace
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Great cocktails
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Great wine list
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Live music
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Serves local specialty
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Spirits
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Wine
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Dinner
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Catering
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Bar on site
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Toilet
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Casual
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Cosy
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Historic
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Quiet
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Romantic
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Family friendly
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Groups
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Tourists
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Reservations required
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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Credit cards
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High chairs
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
| Friday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
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| Sunday | Closed |
Heather Julian 31 Dec 2025
I can vouch for the other reviews! Had a very pleasant, satisfying and delicious meal here at Valley Inn on Fri March 17th! No St Patrick’s Day specialties but we came for the Italian dishes. The white pizza was delicious! I couldn’t decide between soup or salad- I had the salad. The blue cheese dressing was pungent and delicious! The French Onion reviewers were raving!!! I had the pasta Mario. I would have preferred Angel hair over Penne but the shrimp and clams were delicious with a flavorful garlic finish. Yes, the Bread was hard but we let it sit for a while because we requested the owner to tell us the ghost story of this historical ((1673) building! A very entertaining, impressive, jaw dropping Ghost and back story of the original house. Cant wait to find out more! We will be back! Live music, fire place, wonderful bartender and attentive wait staff!
Grace Fitzgerald 18 Nov 2025
What an adventure! My husband and I have been driving by here for years. We were always intimidated because the lot is always full and it seems intimate. Today was the day that fortune favorited the bold because we came in a few minutes early. Our server Jill was incredible. We had the sausage and pepper pizza, the quahogs, and split a steak sandwich. The dessert was even heavenly! My husband loved the pizza so much, he took one to go. Beautiful atmosphere with a fireplace, and old stone masonry. We were correct with the intimacy because the crowd poured in minutes after our arrival. Can’t wait to come back!
Christopher McChesney 07 Nov 2025
What a fantastic restaurant. We went here for my son’s Navy graduation and we’re looking to find a great local restaurant for dinner. The food was absolutely amazing. The staff was amazing and the atmosphere is really something special. Met the owner and he tells great stories about the Inn. Ask about the ghost story if you get a chance to come here.
Jeannette Clarke 18 Oct 2025
Very good food. I was sitting next to a window and was freezing. The table was a little rickety. Our server was awesome. I had the pizza which was a full-sized pizza and yummy. The others had the onion soup and the angry pasta. They loved it. I had a spoonful of the soup and it was divine!!
Dan McIlvaine 14 Oct 2025
I had a friend in Newport who recommended this place. Beautiful, architecturally interesting farmhouse with eclectic interior design. The kitchen was a bit behind, but they were upfront about the wait and the server was engaging, and the manager came around to talk to us during the wait. I enjoyed the lobster stuffed filet, and was shocked to see the huge chunks of crustacean packed into the meal, which was frankly too large to finish in one sitting. French onion soup had unreal quantities of Gruyère and a terrific crouton, and the addition of a Quahog to every entree was welcome. My friends had scallops and salmon, which they were suspiciously reluctant to share. Wine menu was solid, with a wonderful Malbec to accompany the surf and turf. Charmingly, they had old menus and a history at the door. Will definitely be back on my next trip to RI.
Edward Edezhath 04 Oct 2025
Restaurant felt like a cozy and comfortable family place. Food is good. The people here are so friendly, with pleasing manners. The nice music added to the ambience. Overall, an excellent excellent experience.