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1. Siena Smithfield
4.8
Exceptional(3625)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Smithfield
Booked 18 times today
Siena Smithfield invites you to experience the warmth of a Tuscan farmhouse right in Rhode Island. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a casually elegant setting. Delight in a range of grilled steaks, seafood, and veal entrees, all prepared with care. Try signature pasta dishes like Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, or opt for lighter choices with fresh salads and antipasti. Our extensive wine list features selections from California and Italy, perfectly complementing your meal. For a special touch, indulge in one of our specialty cocktails or martinis. Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with loved ones, Siena Smithfield promises an unforgettable dining experience. With warm hospitality and delicious cuisine, it's the ideal spot to savor the flavors of Italy.
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2. Tumblesalts Cafe
4.5
Awesome(462)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Providence
Booked 1 time today
Tumblesalts Cafe is a quaint Victorian re-imagined as a combined Cafe, Restaurant & Pub. Our menu is a modern twist on an old classic - boasting comfortable favorites in a delightfully unexpected way. We strive to inspire customers with our charming atmosphere and whimsical menu, making it the perfect place for that long-awaited date night, a fun family celebration or to reconnect with friends. Stop in to escape your hectic work week and enjoy the amazing food and fabulous service we have to offer.
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3. Waterman Grille
4.8
Exceptional(5076)
Price: Moderate
• American • Providence
Booked 75 times today
Offering a setting that is unlike any other in Providence, Waterman Grille is situated along the Seekonk River in a former bridge gatehouse that dates back to 1871. Serving dinner nightly, and brunch on weekends. Offering weddings and celebrations in an intimate, waterfront location.
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4. Hemenway's
4.8
Exceptional(8488)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Providence
Booked 99 times today
Hemenway's is a waterfront restaurant with great views of the Providence River. As one reviewer put it, 'Great views of the water from where we sat.' Another noted, 'A nice view of the Providence river and walkway.' The restaurant's prime location makes it a perfect spot for enjoying fresh seafood while taking in the sights and sounds of the waterfront.
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5. Massimo
4.8
Exceptional(4543)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Providence
Booked 68 times today
From Joseph + Esther DeQuattro of Pane Vino comes the much anticipated Massimo. Massimo brings the quintessential Italian trattoria to Providence’s Federal Hill Neighborhood. Offering a contemporary Italian menu inspired by the regional cuisines of Italy. Signature dishes include the Spaghettini alla Carbonara; Fig & Gorganzola Pizza; and House-Cured Duck Confit “Anatra”.Massimo is classically designed to create a warm and lively setting. Massimo’s spacious dining room and glass-enclosed private dining room—including a full bar & lounge—make it the perfect place for occasions of all scopes and sizes, whether it’s a quiet night out with friends and family, or a boisterous celebration with dozens of guests.Massimo has unique Italian wines from small boutique Italian winemakers (available nowhere else!) and a cellar selection from Italy, Spain and California. Our approach to wine is accessibility, quality and variety to encourage unfettered enjoyment.
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6. Cafe Nuovo
4.8
Exceptional(3373)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Providence
Booked 12 times today
Cafe Nuovo is a waterfront restaurant located at Gondola Landing on Providence's famed Riverwalk. Patrons enjoy dining al fresco on the piazza or at glass-curtained windows, overlooking the river and gondolas. Reviews mention the 'outdoor tables on the water', 'beautiful view of the river', and 'waterfront dining' experience. It's a place where you can enjoy fresh, seasonal flavor of Cafe Nuovo's contemporary American cuisine while taking in the scenic views.
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7. Mare Rooftop
4.7
Exceptional(1829)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Providence
Booked 20 times today
Mare Rooftop is deeply committed to providing a memorable dining experience, using sustainable and healthy ingredients and a passion for seafood, in a gorgeous rooftop setting.
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8. Rooftop at Providence G
4.3
Awesome(1563)
Price: Moderate
• American • Providence
Booked 10 times today
Enjoy some dinner and warm up from the cold in our heated dining room or cuddle up fireside for some hot cocktails all while enjoying live entertainment.It’s winter in Providence and we’re keeping cozy on the Rooftop at the Providence G. With its perch seven stories up in the center of downtown, enjoy enclosed, heated dining, or the open air fireside experience and live music at our restaurant & lounge. Featuring an insulated glass rooftop, fire pits and private lounges, it is possible to enjoy city skylines and starry nights throughout the year.
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9. The Capital Grille - Providence
4.8
Exceptional(4433)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Providence
Booked 46 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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10. Providence Oyster Bar - Federal Hill
4.7
Exceptional(2403)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Providence
Booked 28 times today
Located on Historic Federal Hill, Providence Oyster Bar stands out as Rhode Island's premiere Seafood House. Upscale, yet casual, the Providence Oyster Bar welcomes you to be spoiled by the freshest selection of oysters and clams.
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