Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Providence County

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view in Providence County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Hemenway's

4.8

4.8 (8425)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Providence

About the restaurant

Hemenway's, an icon in the Rhode Island food scene and the go-to destination for fresh, top-of-catch seafood has been serving both locals and visitors to the capital city for decades.

Top review

Maija

Dined 3 days ago

Mike was a fantastic server! He had great advice on a bottle of wine to have with our meal, and he was super friendly and funny. Had a really good time as always!

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4.8

4.8 (5047)

$30 and under

American

Providence

About the restaurant

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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Madonna

Dined 3 days ago

We had the most wonderful time! Food ambiance service everything was great!!

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4.8

4.8 (3346)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Providence

About the restaurant

Casually elegant Cafe Nuovo, at the Gondola Landing on Providence's famed Riverwalk, has been hailed by the New York Times and singled out by the Providence Journal as "RI's contribution to world class dining." The scenic waterside setting is matched only by the "fresh, seasonal flavor of Cafe Nuovo's contemporary American cuisine and heavenly dessert creations." Through glass curtain walls or while dining al fresco on the piazza, patrons enjoy attentive service and commanding city views while the river and gondolas roll by. Free valet parking evenings. **Sunday Open for Waterfire, Graduations, some Holidays or private functions

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Ralph

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Very nice upscale venue. Delicious food. Good wait staff, very friendly and attentive

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Jacky's Waterplace Restaurant (Downtown, Providence)

4.8

4.8 (1733)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Asian

Providence

About the restaurant

Jacky's offers classic and contemporary Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Singaporean and more. Revamping traditional Szechuan, Hunan and Hong Kong style cuisines from a fresh perspective, along with the ingenious marriage of Chinese traditional and modern culinary cooking techniques, and presentation styles from the West make for a unique and eclectic dining experience.
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Patricia

Dined 6 days ago

Love this place!!! Great food, servers are wonderful, the view is lovely, and there’s valet parking!

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4.8

4.8 (1812)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Providence

About the restaurant

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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Kristin

Dined 6 days ago

Our waitress was wonderful and made out anniversary dinner feel extra special!

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4.6

4.6 (206)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Providence

About the restaurant

Blue Violet is a hidden gem located in the Aloft Hotel with spectacular views of Providence Jewelry District, Providence River, Water Place Park, and the Point Street Bridge.
Serving full summer menu and craft cocktails.
New Hours open for LUNCH Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 12pm.
Reservations strongly encouraged.
OUTDOOR seating available on a first come first serve basis.
We allow Cakes for celebrations. A fee of $5 per person will be added to your bill.

Reservations will be held for 15 minutes unless we are notified of late arrival. https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/pvdal-aloft-providence-downtown/

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MichaelVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Good food-not cheap Service fine Nice view Urban vibe

River Falls Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (169)

$30 and under

American

Woonsocket

About the restaurant

Only Fresh Ingredients
Located in historic downtown Woonsocket on the Blackstone River in a beautifully converted mill.

River Falls offers traditional and outdoor dining, private events, and entertainment!

Outdoor dining is now open and ready for a beautiful summer!

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John

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

We dined outside with a beautiful view of the river.

Rooftop at Providence G

4.3

4.3 (1550)

$30 and under

American

Providence

About the restaurant

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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

I’m so glad we picked this spot for a recent and somewhat rare date night. The view can’t be beat. Loved the ambiance- vibrant and a little swanky. Prices are very fair considering the vibe, in my opinion. Loved the cocktails and our meals were delicious. My only complaint is the bathroom situation. We were there around 9 pm and they were already disgusting with crazy long lines. Needs to be better monitored too.

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Popular dish

Margherita Pizza

Experience

Private Firepit Experience - Outdoors

The Patio on Broadway - Providence

4.3

4.3 (100)

$30 and under

American

Providence

About the restaurant

Awarded Best New Restaurant and Best Breakfast Providence this year as a new restaurant, The Patio on Broadway, just around the block from Federal Hill, offers creative American cuisine in downtown's West End. With our warm hospitality, lively atmosphere, and inviting outdoor seating, we're perfect for any occasion.

Our kitchen crafts dishes from local, fresh ingredients, ensuring every meal is bursting with flavor. Whether you crave crispy chicken and waffles or hearty bolognese, our diverse menu has you covered. From comfort food classics to gourmet entrees, innovative sandwiches, and thoughtful vegan and gluten-free options, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 22% gratuity for 6 or more guests.

Join us for Free Trivia every Monday at 7:30 PM, hosted by comedian Brad Pierce from The Comedy Bus! Free public garage parking across the street from The Providence Public Safety Complex (Providence Police Station). The garage entrance is conveniently located on Washington Street.

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Emily

Dined on May 31, 2025

Everything was so delicious. The drinks, the food, the staff! Everything!

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Experience

PPAC, Vets, Trinity Rep 1/2 off Appetizer

Experience

Every Monday - Free Trivia

Experience

Brunch & Bubbles (regular brunch)

Night Shift - Providence

4.1

4.1 (48)

$30 and under

American

Providence

About the restaurant

Night Shift Providence joins Level99, a challenge-based entertainment concept, located on the third floor of the Providence Place Mall, to bring Rhode Island the best Detroit-style pizza, amazing craft beer and a curated list of cocktails. The full-service Tap Room is open daily for a high level dining experience with incredible food from our scratch kitchen. The Beer Hall sits in the heart of the gameplay arena for group dining. Walk-up counter and pickup window make it easy to grab food and drinks while playing in the rooms and arenas.

Offering a real-world game experience, groups of 2-6 guests choose from over 40 rooms. Each room contains physical, mental, skill or team challenges. Level99 is an award-winning entertainment experience designed for young adults. Groups from 15-500 are welcome, whether a birthday party or epic work meeting, the options are endless. Level99 offers a variety of private spaces, a full menu, A/V and presentation capabilities, and an energetic atmosphere.

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Stacey

Dined on May 27, 2025

Food was good place real nice service very good Just no good wine

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