Newport Creamery Sold, Middletown Flagship to Remain Open

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Newport Creamery, whose flagship restaurant has operated on West Main Road in Middletown since 1940, has been sold to Cape Cod developer Mark Bogosian. Bogosian plans to update and possibly expand the ice cream and restaurant chain, which now has eight locations across Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts, while existing restaurants are expected to remain open under the new ownership.

Why it matters

The Newport Creamery has long been a beloved institution in Middletown, serving as a community gathering place and offering classic New England ice cream and diner fare. The sale to a new owner raises questions about the future of the Middletown flagship location and whether the new owner will maintain the Creamery's community-focused identity.

The details

According to reports, Bogosian purchased the Newport Creamery chain, which includes the flagship Middletown location that has operated since 1940. The new owner plans to update and potentially expand the Creamery's footprint, though existing restaurants are expected to remain open under the new ownership. The Middletown location is the chain's oldest and most well-known outpost, having served generations of locals and visitors alike.

• Newport Creamery was sold in March 2026.
• The Middletown flagship location has operated since 1940.

What’s next

The new owner, Mark Bogosian, plans to update and possibly expand the Newport Creamery chain, though the existing restaurants, including the Middletown flagship, are expected to remain open under the new ownership.