Providence's Best Martini

Located in Providence’s historic Alice Building, this funky eatery serves coffees, casual foods, cocktails and live music.

Reviews:

• “Good Coffee, Mediocre Food, TERRIBLE Service”
• “Great Hang out”
• “I had the Best time.”
• “One Of The Best In Providence”
• “Good drinks, avoid the pizza.”

Tips: Valet parking is available Thursday through Saturday.

Tazza Caffe & Lounge

Fine waterfront dining in an unpretentious setting, enjoyed by the best-dressed set and khakis-clad tourists alike.

Reviews:

• “Yummy steak sauce!”
• “DElicious steak, great lobster fritters, great service”
• “Still looking for favorite restaurant of all time”
• “22 Bowens - It is nothing impressive- all talk no food”
• “BEWARE THE WINE PRICES”

Tips: Because the tiny lot at Bowen’s Wharf is usually full, head two blocks down to Sayer’s Wharf, or look for a spot at the Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina on America’s Cup Avenue.

22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille

Downtown Providence on the outside and South Beach on the inside, with interesting food that’s too fun to feel out of place.

Reviews:

• “I’ve had better sushi at a gas station”
• “Sorry, not worth the bill.”
• “Not worth the money spent”
• “NO WAY TO TREAT YOUR PATRONS: NEVER VALET PARK YOUR CAR!!!!!!!!”
• “THE VERY BEST POMEGRANITE MARTINI & SUSHI AROUND”

Tips: The easiest time to get a table is from Monday to Wednesday. But if you like crowds, go Thursday through Saturday. Just be sure you have a reservation.

10 Prime Steak & Sushi

The city’s hippest jazz club provides retro-minded revelers with hot food and cool tunes.

Reviews:

• “Best bar scene in Providence!”
• “My Favorite Place in the World!”
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• “Romantic?? Not!”
• “Go for the food”

Tips: On nights when there is live music, arrive before 9pm to avoid paying a cover charge.

Olives or email Olives

Eclectic fare with creative flair attracts well-dressed regulars to this North Main Street favorite.

Reviews:

• “Charming!”
• “The food here is savory but only slightly above average. The atmosphere is romantic and exceeds the food in quality.”
• “XO Cafe is now a STEAKHOUSE???”
• “better than ever”
• “Not worth the 100 bucks I spent”

Tips: Take advantage of the complimentary valet parking on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

XO Steakhouse

Locals flock for all-American cuisine at the restaurant that offers an extensive beer and wine selection.

Reviews:

• “South Street Cafe”
• “South Street”

South Street Cafe

Known for its breakfast, the restaurant serves a selection of pasta, desserts and is ideal for business dining.

Reviews:

• “1149 / Bravo Resturant just this side of awful”
• “Very good brunch”
• “A safe bet everytime”
• “Don’t waste your time.”

Bravo Restaurant Incorporated

Specializes in large portioned fresh seafood and a selection of meat entrees, the Italian restaurant offers a notable wine list and dessert.

Reviews:

• “NOT great food”
• “Best Food In RI”
• “Terrible service, management did nothing to compensate us for horrible experience, and the food was terrible. "
• “Was good years ago”
• “Marchetti’s=my favorite restaurant ever”

Marchetti’s Restaurant

Of the 125 martinis on the drink list, some will leave you shaken, others will leave you stirred.

Reviews:

• “Love this place.”
• “They are better than you at Bevo”

Tips: Pick a designated driver beforehand—these drinks are strong.

Bevo

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