Olympia Tea Room

First, a shout out to our server Kalee, who was wonderful. Looking at other reviews, there are a minority of people who had bad experiences, but we must have hit a good night, because the food, atmosphere and service were all top notch. The specials were rather pricey, so we stuck with the menu items. We started with Crisp Zucchini Ribbons, which we both loved. I had the Portuguese Baked Haddock, which was spicy and delicious, and my wife had the roast chicken, which was delectable and so big that I got to finish about a third of it. Dessert was ridiculously good!

Always consistent when it comes to quality food & tremendous atmosphere. My favorite cocktail here is the cantaloupe martini, goes down ridiculously easy & the wife got a blood orange margarita that was equally delectable & btw, both were high potency! Menu items are all great, so it's tough to choose. I opted for the Portuguese haddock & my w8fe got the fish & chips, both were excellent & cooked perfectly. While not cheap, the portions are large & considering where you are....worth it. My only nit pick (& we come here often) is we always seem to get the one server who isn't having their best day, nothing rude of course, just not overly engaging & friendly.

Apparently one of the favorite place of Taylor in town ! We came here this summer bought a few items to take away, the staff was really nice & the food excellent. Sadly we did not see Taylor... Maybe next time ;)

The food was amazing!! The wait was horrible, but they were spot on with the time estimate.. no reservations allowed. The WORST part was how LOUD it was! All the patrons were screaming and it was horrible! If that doesnt bother you, then its worth it.

The menu is a mess. It's hard to follow, chaotic, and has prices that screamed pretentious without the quality to back it up. I ordered the Grilled Pizza Margherita to start, and it came out soggy, barely warm, and missing the arugula i was charged an extra $2.50 for. When I brought it up to the waitress, she looked annoyed and dismissive. For my main, I ordered the Caviar Olympia Style, expecting something premium. What I got was a laughably small portion. Food was weak, staff was rude, and the whole experience felt like a waste of money.

Was my first time eating here and will certainly be my last. I had the calamari which was significantly overpriced and was clearly frozen. The wait staff seemed to disregard their customers and were at times quite rude. My main course "Boston Bahama Salad" was a lame excuse for a meal. A few greens with some sliced fruit for a ridiculous price. I pray for whoever eats here regularly.

We went in for coffee options and dessert, delicious We went again this year to celebrate a Birthday. Everything was wonderful, Lobster salad on Croissant, Calamari, Zucchini Ribbons, Ribs, Drinks, Keoke and reg. Coffee's and a Specialty Dessert The Avondale Swan. Regrets I did not take dinner pics

Located at the ne plus ultra of Watch Hill, this is “the place to be” to enjoy the sights and sounds of Summer. To start the day or end it, here is where to do it. The restaurant is located on a Main Street with a, cross the water view, that can be enjoyed al fresco or inside with an air conditioned view. It has a time out of mind feel. Could have looked this way 75 years ago and still fit perfectly on this street. No reservations taken here. Parking can be a challenge because most of the available is for local residents only. Also limited parking from 15 minutes to 2 hours. Or you can just pay the $40-$50 to park in one of the lots. Either way, it’s all worth it. Drink menu was on point with a few seasonal martinis and a expansive wine selection. One of the daily specials was tuna poke, and it was delicious. Sea food and land food available here. Good menu for kids also.

Best fish and chips I have ever had. Service was excellent, atmosphere is relaxed and plenty to catch your eye with a view of the boats.

I wanted so badly like this place, I came back for a second chance. The interior is so charming and it's in a really great location to just have an afternoon stroll along the beach with a little shopping thrown in. The food is well prepared, but unfortunately under seasoned. The service is attentive and kind. However, I just can't square the cost compared to the average food regardless how cute it is. It'll do in a pinch, but isn't a destination in itself,

The service was great! The place was clean and well managed. The food was on the expensive for the quality of it but overall the food was good! I would recommend this place to other people but say it's a little on the pricey side. Overall 4/5

Five star view, cocktails, and dinner! We thoroughly enjoyed our outdoor dining experience at the historic Olympia Tea Room. Our mojitos were generous and uniquely accompanied by a sugar cane stirrer. We cleaned the plates of our crispy chicken and lime shrimp. Service was kind and reasonable given this busy venue at a busy time.

I really loved the lunch we had here. The lobster roll was my favorite dish and the ambiance was nice. It was also so conveniently located in town and right by the water.

We were in Watch Hill when thunderstorms started rolling in. We took shelter in the tea room bar at a high top. My wife and I had a a drink and we started to love the vibe of the place. Old style restaurant with a mix of comfort food and high end entrees. We relaxed for a while and orders the bread service and caprice salad. We ordered another round and decided to stay for dinner. I had the Black Bass over soba noodles (special), my wife had the roasted chicken. Both entrees were delicious, most importantly, our service was wonderful! Highly recommended this spot which has been there since 1916!

Food was delicious, we keep coming back to this restauran. The service was amazing, very professional. In the summer this is the place to go and sit by the water, super nice view

Absolutely the freshet, most delicious food with a delightful ambience and exquisite service. You can eat outside, but in the evenings it is cooler inside. We had the Founder the Portuguese Haddock and a lobster on a croissant. Every morsel was melt in your mouth! Desserts were just as delicious! Avondale wan and the brownie! Yummy!

As soon as I entered Olympia Tea Room, I instantly fell in love with its unique atmosphere-pink walls decorated with framed art. Although I only dined inside, I would have been equally as happy with their outdoor dining on the sidewalk which showed a great view of the sunset and anchored boats. Its food menu is great for all, specifically those who love and dislike seafood. We tried their fried calamari and were very satisfied. We loved the marinara sauce it was served with. For an entree I tried the Portuguese baked haddock, and again, I LOVED the spicy crushed tomatoes and onions it was served with. I would recommend ordering a side or an additional appetizer because it was only served with green beans and I felt hungry afterwards. Despite being busy on a holiday (fourth of July) the service was good and our food came out quickly. Would love to come back!

Amazing! Crispy chicken was so good, we ordered one more to take home (to Providence)! Portuguese baked haddock was perfect! A fuller beer menu would have been better but if good food is what you want, THIS IS THE PLACE

Excellent and tasting menu. Many items to choose from. Service also impeccably. My only problem I had was with server's speech. He had poor enunciation that made it difficult to understand. The restaurant is an icon in the area.

Firstly, I will start with the positive that we were told the wait was 20-30 minutes but were called within 5 minutes that our table was ready. Though, when we approached the host stand, we stood there for quite some time, and the two hostesses at the stand had us wait. One was understandably helping the party in front of us, however, the other one, was aware of our presence, had spoken to us when we first put in our names, yet stood there and waited until the other hostess had finished and had her help us. Once seated, we had been seated for at least ten minutes before anyone- busser or wait staff approached us. We did not receive water at all, and our drinks took another almost ten minutes to arrive. Once we ordered our food everything seemed to go smoothy and we were surprised with how fast our entrees came out. However once the food was actually infront of us we realized something was off. There was some confusion with what was in one of the dishes which we tried to resolve. The mistake was not the fault of the staff however when we ordered we verbally said that one of the dishes had pasta in it, however it did not and our sever never corrected us when we ordered. This miscommunication led to the confusion when the dishes came out. The wait staff was very sympathetic but after speaking with the manager they told us there was nothing to be done. From the managers very clear facial expressions it was obvious there was nothing she wanted to do to help. Not the fault of the server however being someone who has worked in restaurants for years there was a very easy fix. As far of the taste of the food went... nothing impressive. The prices being what they are for pasta that tasted identical to, at home, in a rush dinner for the kids, makes sense considering how suspiciously quick the food arrived. The Olympia Tea room, being smack dab in the middle of watch hill, should have quality and taste that reflects the gorgeous atmosphere but unfortunately falls completely flat.

What even is this place? $5.50 for one shrimp? $7 Nespresso Cappuccino? I get a markup for location, but it's truly astounding when a place like this not only has big prices but food that is also mediocre at best. Further than that, a place like this would at least be terrific if it had some solid atmosphere and really took care of their restaurant, but of course unpolished silverware and a sound system that was turning on and off throughout our meal. And for a "Tea Room" to only have huge portions that were dinner oriented is false advertising in the very slightest. Nonsensical menu, poor ambiance, and bad prices. All in all, a garbage restaurant that should be put out to pasture and sold off for scraps. Service was fine.

The Olympia Tea Room is a historical restaurant in Watch Hill, which is over 100 years old. It is an institution and I was so excited to finally eat there! I was reading some of the history and some famous people who have visited there was Albert Einstein, Cary Grant and Taylor Swift. I found this little piece of history very interesting. I loved everything about the atmosphere, the wait staff, the owner and the food! Everyone was so nice, the owner was very nice and the food was delicious. The portion sizes are huge and you get a lot of food for your money We ordered the Calamari, Crisp Zucchini Ribbons, Bolognese with Pappardelle and a delicious Watch Hill Mojito cocktail Everything was delicious and as you can see by the picture you get a lot of food. I would recommend going here if you are in the Watch Hill Area!!

Lovely venue, attentive staff, but sadly the food was a little disappointing. We all found our dishes to taste a bit bland.

My family and I stopped in last month to try out this cute little restaurant in Watch Hill. It's in the heart of the most touristy areas of Watch Hill so be prepared for long waits and an expensive bill! We stopped in right at opening time so we basically had no wait time - however, the place did get booked up pretty quickly. The hostess we met with was really sweet, she took our order and the food came out pretty quick! My lobster roll was to die for, the creaminess of it was heavenly and the cuts of lobster meat was incredibly fresh - as all lobster on the East coast usually are! My husband got the burger for himself and he thought that it was good, however the price of it didn't actually seem to match up to its quality. For the cost of the burger, you would've thought that he got a steak! Overall, we had a good experience. COVID-19 restrictions were followed here so mask up and stand 6 feet apart from each other. If you're not eating, it's recommended that you keep your mask on. Also, be prepared to give your name and where we're coming from to the hostess as that is their way to monitor contact tracing if a COVID-19 case were to erupt from their restaurant.

I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone with celiac. The menu marks which items are gluten-free. However, the servers and kitchen staff don't seem to have adequate training. I ordered a gluten-free salad and found a crouton in it, and a gluten-free appetizer that was served with bread. No gluten-free bread or pasta options. It's honestly just too pricey (ex., $16 cocktails) to be worth the risk.

The food was very tasty. They were very bad about gluten-free free. There was a crouton in the "gluten free" wedge salad, and a large piece of bread on top of the gluten free calamari. The service was iffy. Our sever was a bit slow with orders and to tell us about specials and delivered the wrong drink to me.

Only reason I give this 4 stars is because we sat 20+ minutes before anyone came up to us after being seated. Another couple was seated 2 tables over and was waited on in under 5 minutes. Otherwise, once the miscommunication of waiters sections were figured out it was great. Our waitress was amazing and so attentive. Food was fresh and delicious. Outdoor seating overlooks the water in watch hill. For the wait, they gave complimentary dessert. Overall a recommend!

Cool historic place. Came for a drink after going to the Ocean House for a mediocre lunch. Did not eat here. The reason for the 2 stars was it cost $20 for a mediocre Manhattan!! The Manhattan at ocean house was $16 and it was very good!!? There are not many places around so it appears they are taking advantage of it. Come for a beer to check it out. Stay away from mixed drinks. Not sure of the price or food quality. And who cares if Taylor Swift eats here?! Of course the food she gets anywhere won't be the same they serve everybody on a daily basis anywhere.

Went for lunch. Was a little hesitant after reading negative reviews but have gone for years and always enjoyed it. Service was perfect and lunch and drinks were delicious. It is a little expensive but you are in a resort town at the height of the season. We had oysters and delicious lobster rolls and a cocktail and were very happy.

Food was ok, clam chowder decent, fried oysters were pretty good. But the chicken Milanese was not good. Tuna carpaccio was not good and tiny. Decent vibe but food not great.

What an amazing dinner! Our server Rob provided us with amazing service and the food was absolutely phenomenal! Highly recommend the bolognese! But everything was amazing.

Great staff. Limited menu but one of the must do's in Watch Hill as best option for sit down. Taylor Swift eats here!

GREAT meal! GREAT service. I have always been fond of this place when in Watch Hill. Would be 4-5 stars but it blows my mind I cannot get a Whalers in here?? Everyone has it especially by the water. Probably won't come back until I can get one with my dinner next time.

I'd like to start off by saying this used to be my favorite place to go. It is no longer. We were in for a late lunch 5/13/23. My mojito was perfect ( why I gave at least 2 stars ). Service was meh at best. I had linguine & clams, it tasted like they steamed the clams & poured it over pasta. No garlic, no wine, no nothing.. boiled water. Don't waste your time, go elsewhere!

My family and I have been lifelong patrons of the Olympia. Admittedly, there are limited dining options in Watch Hill but we continually return here. Great atmosphere and beautiful ambiance with eclectic artwork. The service is decent - I wouldn't rate it as the best I've ever received or the worst - it's just okay. In terms of location, it's great and convenient in the downtown area perfect for dinner before driving home. The food is a hit or miss. I've had delicious dishes and terrible ones. I would say that it doesn't always match the price of their dishes. However, none of this has clearly stopped my family from returning and will always view Olympia fondly as it's a cute summer restaurant in a beautiful location.

Exceptional service. Used to work there, and Staff is always friendly. Owners Jack and Marshia are fabulous. Always go above and beyond to make customers and employees happy. They are always on board to make sure everything runs smooth as possible.

to say i was disappointed would be an understatement. host was unfriendly and unwelcoming. atmosphere was disturbing. lighting was blindingly dark to the point i couldn't see my food. service was uncomfortable. atmosphere was overwhelming and unattractive. prices were outrageous for absolute garbage food. +1 star for being in watch hill:)

Decided to stop by for food and drinks after some shopping. My friends and I got lucky and were seated outside on a Sunday afternoon. We did not have to wait too long either (about 10 minutes). Our waitress was a doll and super attentive. The view was beautiful. I'm all for the nautical life. We ordered wine/beers for the table and different dishes to try. Dishes ordered were calamari, fish & chips (my favorite from the list), fried zucchini app, lobster "rolls", and the fish of the day. Dishes looked amazing, but flavor fell flat. I was underwhelmed. Don't get me wrong, ingredients were very fresh, but dishes were missing the WOW factor. Overall, service was great, the view was even better, company was top notch, and drinks were delish. I'll give this place a try again if I'm in the area.

A perfect dinner! My best meal while vacationing in Westerly! In the center of the most quaint town across from the marina lies this classic gem. Their lobster roll in a buttery basted croissant was outstanding and superior to all others I tried in the area. The pappardelle in a sausage based ragu was equally outstanding and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I may return to the area just to dine here!!! A must go for all!

Visited Watch Hill last weekend. Had lunch at Olympia Tea Room on Saturday. Restaurant just opened for lunch when we arrived. Quiet at first, but was busy by the time we left. Service was very good and the food was great!

We always have a good time here. Sometimes it's a long wait other times, like the other night, you can walk right in (with 8 people!!). I alway have the flounder which is awesome. We also got some good apps, like the baby back ribs. Service is usually good. Great sunsets too!

The Olympia Tea Room was a nice place for a early lunch. Sitting out front is the best and offers great views of the Barbour. The food is good and what you would expect.

I've been a local my entire life and consider this one of our favorite places!! Food is always consistent and delicious. Service is fast, and always very friendly and attentive. Nightly specials are amazing!! Try the crispy chicken or the fish and chips. Delicious!! And, if you're fortunate enough to get a table outside at sunset, it's a breathtaking view!!

It's nothing but a tourist trap since 1961. What a shame--don't fall pray! We visit The Olympia Tea Room once a year, for the past 11 years in memory of a first date. Thinking, back then, we were oblivious to our surroundings, in lust mode just spending the day together. The Tea Room looked like the best option, since there is not much in the way of restaurants on Bay Street, unless you want Deli food. We stopped in for a drink which led to a few nibbles. Great company, can't mess up a nice bottle of wine, but the food was mediocre at best--highly overpriced for the quality. We went a few weeks ago to carry out our tradition with a nice Sunday drive, walking around a bit before going to the Tea Room. Our bartender had the personality of a door knob. Slim pickings for me on my entree, my first thought was something small dish of Chili @ $16. A bowl w chips ... really! I opted for the Chicken Milanese over arugula which came with pasta @ $26. I did not want the pasta that came with salad and chicken. Since, I knew I would not finish it. I ordered it without the pasta.!The salad was under dressed and seasoned and the chicken was over fried and flavorless. My boyfriend ordered some ridiculously over priced dish at $25 that came with two sausage links, 3 springs of rabe and a quarter of a potato wedge. The rabe stem where the size of tree trunks and the stalks were not cleaned to make more tender ( so ineditable except the tops). I ordered a glass of daub Blanc only to receive a 4oz pour of wine @$14. When the bill arrived they charged full price sans pasta for my entree. When I questioned the miserable barmaid, she asked the kitchen about it, she said the gave me extra salad and tomatoes. What a joke! Not true. I'm all for paying good money for an excellent meal. We dine often and have standards, others apparently not so much. So, unfortunately, this will be our last visit to the Tea Room.

I loved this place. A quaint New England restaurant and bar. We sat outside and enjoyed a bailys coffee with an ocean view and huge yachts. They had heaters to keep us comfortably warm. The waiter was very friendly and didn't make us feel rushed. I would love to go back in the summer for dinner.

I showed up and I heard the owner say I was too large to fit in the booth... so disrespectful. Never go to this place.

Typing this as I leave at the moment. September 2, 2022. This place is a top candidate of worst restaurants I've ever been to. Food, service, and atmosphere - all lousy. My meal tasted like something I would've been served from my high school cafeteria. Better yet, my wife and I were allowed one beverage the entire time. Both drinks were empty by the time the food came out and our blind waitress had no idea. Figured we'd ask for another the next time we saw her but she was harder to find than big foot. Told the manager the food sucked and had a better chance hitting the lottery than getting a refill on drinks, and her response was sorry it's Labor Day weekend. Nice. Go here if you enjoy expensive dog food and incompetence.

Great historic neighborhood dinner spot near the ocean . We are in town for a wedding and explored the beach area after our flight. The Olympia Tea Room came highly recommended and it was right on target with the Chicken Pillaird dish and a Greek salad. The avocado carpaccio appetizer was excellent , prepared with sweet pickled onions and celery.

July 2019 return visit and tempted to restore the rating to 4 stars but will wait for another time later in week. Scallops at lunch at the bar were very good - over soba noodles and veggies. Not over seasoned or gloppy. And as always wines by the glass are really good - they have a very good full List too. Service at the bar was nice - friendly and professional. Good expedience. Yes, pricey but what else isn't around here especially in the high season.

Went here many years ago and loved it. I came back with my family (6 year old and 8 month old). We were walking so we had a stroller and decided to sit outside. Our waitress came and brought us water and when I asked if my son could have a high chair, the hostess responded that no they don't have high chairs. When I asked what do families with infants do, she responded that we usually tell them to eat somewhere else. I was so angry and frustrated but decided to give it a chance. I sat down and asked another waitress if there was a kids menu for my daughter. She angrily responded "no there isn't". We decided to pack everything back up and leave. Our waitress came by and we told her because there was no kids menu and no high chair we were leaving. To which she responded there is a kids menu but it's a verbal one. I will never eat here again. They are unfriendly to families. I advise everyone who has children not to eat here.

Great to enjoy a casual meal at our pace; go back off season and enjoy. Good selection of beers and wines. We had the zucchini appetizer with fresh tomatoes and basil and also the soup special - sweet potato and apple. Not to sweet, perfect for a cool drizzly fall day. Pleasant service and great views of the harbor. We will be back.

After a nice hike alongside the Napatree point trail, we were looking for a quick bite and saw this place and read the reviews and decided to give it a shot . I will start by saying 5 stars to our server Tyler N who was friendly and courteous . The 3 is for food variety for vegetarians and flavor. We ordered few drinks , I had the only gin drink on the menu -Lime Rickey and hubby had a blue moon beer . The cocktail was good , very refreshing after a hike in the sun. Then we ordered the Avocado carpaccio salad , and crisp zucchini ribbons from the starter side . Salad was delicious but starter was very ok. Not very flavorful. The presentation of the breaded zucchini ribbons on a bed of tomatoes and drizzled with balsamic was lovely but I felt it lacked in seasoning and fell flat! It's a pretty decent portion size too. There was not a lot to choose from for us and neither could we substitute a lot of the non veg menu items .

We live nearby and decided to give the OTR one last try, after prior disappointing experiences. After our recent Sunday sunset dinner, we've decided that we will never be back. Yes, it has an okay view out the front of the boats and sunset and yes it's in Watch Hill, but that's about it. The OTR has simply given up trying to produce good quality meals, and has succumbed to just fleecing tourists with subpar food at elevated prices. In addition, the waitstaff was not pleasant, and hassled. Try the Bistro or Coast at the Ocean House, or head into downtown Westerly for the Cafe or one of several other excellent options in the area around the new movie theater. There's also the Cooked Goose in Westerly, as well as Maria's in Misquamicut. I truly dont understand how the OTR stays in business. You can only fleece peoples' pockets for a semi-decent view and a convenient location for a short while,... until they realize they're being ripped off for boring sub-par food.

We were a little hesitant from other reviews but we gave it a shot. We got in within 20 minutes to a table inside, and the waiter was very attentive throughout the meal. The food was excellent and the drinks were good as well. We ordered the lobster salad croissant dinner and the fish and chips dinner, both were very good and well portioned along with the blood orange margarita. Overall, great experience!

This place has a picturesque location in the heart of Watch Hill, and in reality, that's why the prices are a bit higher than they probably should be. The food is good, but we will only stop here when in a time-crunch!

Great views (especially if you sit outside) Extensive wine list, mediocre food. Minimal seafood dishes. Suggest a visit for wine and appetizers only.

Customer Service begins before you ever set foot in the door. A grouchy old man who looks like Joe Biden which I assume must be the owner came outside to give us a power trip. He said Im trying to keep this area clear so if you arent talking to the hostess please move. Ironically enough that is exactly what we were doing. He also gave this same attitude to a woman right after us. We walked and she did as well. Good Luck!