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The River Social, Providence, RI

The River Social

4.3
4.3
458 Reviews
$30 and under
International
200 Exchange St, Riverwalk Level, Providence, RI 02903-2621

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • Great for outdoor dining
The River Social is a International Restaurant and Bar destination being the only restaurant with direct frontage on the Cobblestones River Walk area of Water Place Park. We offer an inventive menu, hand-crafted cocktails, impeccably professional service and a stunning International-Influenced interior with Waterfront outdoor seating. The River Social Is a unique and exciting dining option in Downtown Providence.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Mediterranean, Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Providence
  • Cross street
    Memorial blvd
  • Parking details
    The River Social has Discounted Parking available at the 1 Citizens Plaza lot nightly. There is also the metered parking available on Exchange Street and several Public Paid parking lots available at the surface including the lot directly across the street in front of the Citizens Bank building, which is free on Sundays.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 458 people are saying

The River Social reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

458 Reviews
  1. CharlesM

    Rhode Island1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really nice spot with good service and nice food.

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  2. ToniB

    Jacksonville22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant and location. Too bad the weather was rainy, otherwise we would have sat outside. Chocolate martinis and seafood eggs benedict was absolutely delicious. Our waitress was fantastic too! I will be back!

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  3. paulb VIP

    Rhode Island29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice vibe on the river. Enjoyed the smaller plates.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner with a nice view of downtown Providence’s most iconic buildings

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  5. KateS VIP

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent although they had run out of seafood for the seafood Benedict. Food arrived but no silverware. Sides ordered came late after reminding our server we had ordered them.

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  6. JessicaC

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and drinks were really good. Loved the different flavor of mimosas

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  7. PamW VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Not a favorite. AMAZING LOCATION but otherwise disappointing.

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  8. TomD

    New York City20 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    STAY AWAY! Such a disappointment (except for the cocktail) All of the food was served cold. The female manager threw the chef under the bus. All excuses. No solutions. I will not go back.

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  9. AnnaKayC

    Rhode Island1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time and I'll definitely go back!! Good food. Nice ambience. Family friendly!

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  10. JohannaHussey VIP

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for a great brunch! Omelettes and mimosas were delicious!

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FAQs

The River Social offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The River Social also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 548-6688.

The River Social is rated 4.3 stars by 458 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for The River Social

200 Exchange St, Riverwalk Level, Providence, RI 02903-2621

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Memorial blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Providence
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Mediterranean, Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The River Social has Discounted Parking available at the 1 Citizens Plaza lot nightly. There is also the metered parking available on Exchange Street and several Public Paid parking lots available at the surface including the lot directly across the street in front of the Citizens Bank building, which is free on Sundays.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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