This club started out as a modest, funky beer and wine bar frequented by artists, musicians and academics. The owners soon added rooms, a deck and a small grill, and the Hot Club established itself as one of Providence's most popular places. On balmy summer nights, the deck is especially popular, and offers delightful views of the Providence River. The versatile menu is decked with an extensive selection of tasteful drinks which patrons can pair with delectable bites such as Chicken Wings, Fish Nuggets, Clam Strips, and Chicken Tacos among others.
If you find yourself in the Fox Point neighborhood and are looking for a casual, fun, unpretentious place, The Point Tavern is just the spot. It is the quintessential neighborhood bar on Wickenden Street and it's actually located inside a residential house. The beer and wine list is small, but carefully curated and always filled with ever-changing selections. The kitchen also has a limited menu, but the pizza, sliders and quesadillas hit the spot with the right beer or wine.
A historical New England dining haven since 1673, a visit to The White Horse Tavern is a Newport cultural experience. In the 17th century, this tavern was used as a gathering place frequented by Rhode Island's aristocratic elite. Times may have changed over the centuries, but the historic charm remains. Satisfy your palette with local flavor; enjoy farm-to-table American cuisine, from tavern burgers to seafood preparations, while seated under beamed ceilings in front of the crackling fireplace. The tavern is a local landmark and is open year-round.
This cavernous restaurant and cafe/bar also doubles as an antique store. Housed in the old jewelry district's Imperial Place, the cafe offers music and performance nights (such as poetry readings), and popular contemporary cuisine, such as Italian, American and a range of other dishes. This is a favorite hangout for upscale Providence couples and singles seeking an interesting night out with a very attractive ambiance. A selection of antiques is on site for your browsing pleasure. The restaurant has a full service bar.
The Scurvy Dog is proud to serve strong drinks, loud music and eclectic eats in a relatively trend-free atmosphere. Located in historic Olneyville just west of downtown, it features an extensive list of beer and whiskeys, with the kitchen whipping up hot dogs and burgers. When the weather allows, the beer garden is a nice place to unwind with friends over chilled beer, tequila, or vodka concoctions packed with flavor. The bar also offers a pool table as well as pinball games.
Providence Phoenix readers have voted Snookers Pool Lounge the Best Pool Hall in Rhode Island for three straight years. This versatile spot on the edge of downtown in Providence's Jewelry District, features 16 pool tables, the Skyline Patio Bar and also serves food and drink into the late hours. Snookers is home to The Green Room, where rockabilly, pop, alternative and garage music from Rhode Island, Boston and New York is performed in an intimate environment with no cover charge. Pool table rates start at $6.50 per hour, $20 to enter tournaments on Mondays and Wednesdays. Food served includes pizza, burgers and grinders.
Black Pond Brews does a fine job by serving an excellent selection of beers and an equally laudable fare menu that pairs well along with the drinks. The brewery gives a homey feeling owing to its elegant and plain interior with decent furniture. Staff can guide you through the beer selection so you make a great choice. If you are new to the city, and looking for a place to chill and unwind while grubbing and drinking, this place can be a noteworthy bet.
Situated in Historic Federal Hill, Bacco Vino & Contorni is a quaint little restaurant that is sure to take your palate on a culinary tour of Italy. Relish Southern Italian fare comprising dishes like Lasagna della Nonna, Calamari all’ Arrabbiata, Gnocchi alla Sorrentina and much more. You can rest assured of quality since fine and fresh quality ingredients are utilized in the kitchen. Dine alfresco if you wish to enjoy a breath of fresh air.
This cavernous restaurant and cafe/bar also doubles as an antique store. Housed in the old jewelry district's Imperial Place, the cafe offers music and performance nights (such as poetry readings), and popular contemporary cuisine, such as Italian, American and a range of other dishes. This is a favorite hangout for upscale Providence couples and singles seeking an interesting night out with a very attractive ambiance. A selection of antiques is on site for your browsing pleasure. The restaurant has a full service bar.
The Red Dory is a great place to satisfy your Mediterranean cravings. This casual fine-dining establishment offers sumptuous seafood items including Grilled Spanish Octopus, Grilled Faroe Island Salmon and Oysters on the Half Shell. Further, The Red Dory prides itself on using local ingredients that are procured from the farmers and fishermen of the area. The kitchen is helmed by the owner and Chef Aaron DeRego who adds a unique twist to the Mediterranean delights. The food is reasonably priced and well worth the money paid.