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    4.1 (226 reviews)
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    Lisa G.

    Stopped in for lunch. Procedure: (1) go to the register for the menu, (2) place your order (which might mean letting someone else who knows what they want go before you if you don't know their menu already), (3) get your utensils, (4) find a place to sit, (5) have your food brought out to you. They tell every customer the procedure. It's not natural, but they seem to want to force it on the customers. When I went in, I sat at the counter, then they told me the menu was at the register, and the drinks and soups of the day were on the board. Seems like a lot of work when they can just bring you a menu. I guess they don't want to have wait staff. Anyhow, confusing ordering procedure aside, the food is good. I certainly appreciate it all being locally sourced, and they list the farms on their window. My black bean burger was good. Really soft bread. My cauliflower garlic soup was hearty. Large bowl (for a small) that I couldn't eat completely. If I lived in Providence, I'd go often.

    Vegan Mac & cheese with buffalo "chicken"
    Tamra F.

    As a vegan, i can't believe I've lived in Rhode Island most my life and haven't tried this place until recently. The place recently reopened after a remodel. I like the setup of the place and how you order at the front, they give you a number to put on your table, and bring the food to your table once it's ready. My husband and I shared the teriyaki tofu sandwich and the vegan Mac & cheese with buffalo "chicken". The teriyaki tofu sandwich was my favorite. It was basically an American take on a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich. The tofu was super delicious and flavorful. My only complaint about the sandwich is that the bread was a little over toasted. I was most excited to try the Mac and cheese since that's what everyone raves about. The Mac and cheese itself was pretty good. I really liked the toasty breadcrumbs they put on top of it too. The buffalo "chix" however , wasn't too good in my opinion. I expected some kind of mock chicken, but instead got seitan. I thought the buffalo taste was overpowering for the Mac & cheese. If I were to go back, I'd prob get the Mac & cheese without the "chicken". I also felt the foods were too pricey. The Mac & cheese was $16 and the sandwich was $11. I could get 3 tofu banh mi sandwiches for under $11 elsewhere. For that reason, I don't know if I'll be back anytime soon. They don't have a parking lot so parking can be tough. You'd have to look for metered street parking in the area.

    Canny F.

    Coconut curry - watery, not flavorful. The tofu pieces are so miniature similar in size to miso soup. There were a few pieces of broccoli and those didn't soak up the coconut curry. Crispy chickpeas - not even crispy, it was just panfried and there's not much flavor to it either. Mac and cheese - where is the cheese?! It's so dry. Too dry. The breadcrumbs on top didn't help. House made seitan French dip - it's a sandwich that falls apart easily and is also very dry. I thought it was a dip..it's very bland and dry. Roasted portabella - served on a grilled pita bread with melted cheese on top. Nothing could go wrong with grilled portabella and cheese. This was probably the best choice I made from here. I wanted to try Shepard's pie but they said it can only be served dining in do that sucked.

    Vegan Mac "Hungry" portion, add seitan
    Jenna A.

    A handful of places in the city offer vegan Mac but I think they do it best! You can jazz it up with anything from pickles to seitan.. it tastes like homemade Mac n cheese vegan style! Love

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    Victoria K.

    I had heard some reallly wonderful things about AS220. I heard the mostly vegetarian food on the menu is really delicious and that it's a wonderful non-profit organization to support. Although I won't argue about supporting a non-profit, based on a couple different dishes I recently tried, I must say, I'm not impressed with the food. I tried both the macaroni and cheese (made with broccoli) and the sweet potato puree. The mac and cheese combines mostly elbow macaroni and some wagon wheels, along with broccoli and some bread crumbs on top. It was alright. I'd give it about 3 1/2 stars in terms of macaroni and cheese. Definitely not the best, but it does fit the bill. The sweet potato puree, on the other hand, reminded me of baby food. Both in texture and flavor. It was soooooo loose and soft. Most potato puree has a bit more thickness and substance to it. This one did not. It also had no flavor. The sweetness of the marshmallows on top was its only saving grace. Otherwise it was really bland and boring. I wouldn't order it again. I'm sure there is more to try on the menu (more popular menu items), but based on a small sampling, I'm really not blown away. I probably wouldn't see any reason to return. I'm sorry to say that, because I do love supporting small businesses and especially those doing good in the community, but for the food, I'll probably just pass.

    Tofu cutlets with some yummy pasta!
    Leona C.

    This is such a great place to go if you want to enjoy some dinner and the arts. The food they provide is delicious and it is so great that the provide vegan options! I had the Tofu Cutlet which was amazing. They have a bar available and I was a little disappointed in the wine selection but if you're not a wine drinker there are plenty of spirits and beer to choose from. After dinner I attended a poetry show in their venue that is held there every few months. The show was amazing a filled with amazingly talented people.

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    Mark K.

    This is a nice laid-back place to get a good lunch. The food is good, the service is friendly and the atmosphere is easygoing. The prices are not unreasonable for what you get. The block on which it is located is historic, The brick facade blends nicely and is quite attractive. The format is walk-up-and-order. When we visited, there were several specials. Both of us decided on the Chicken Confit. I was pretty happy with my choice as the quality was good and the portion was quite filling. The prices are not unreasonable. With drinks, tax and tip, our final bill was $30 USD. This was $15 per person. For the quality and quantity of the fare, this was not a bad deal.

    Vegan buffalo seitan sandwich
    S W.

    AS220 has something for everyone! It's not everyday you find a place where where vegans, vegetarians, gluten free, and meat eaters can live in harmony. I first came here with a friend a few months back and got the vegan reuben sandwich. The seitan (aka "wheat meat", a high protein, veggie friendly alternative to meat) was perfection. Many restaurants have a hard time getting it right as it often comes out rubbery, so this was a pleasant surprise. Since then I've had the pleasure of trying several of the other vegan dishes - soba noodle salad, buffalo sandwich, and veggie burger and every single one was excellent. The staff is both friendly and welcoming, and they match the creative, eclectic vibe of the restaurant. Once I came in and they were out of seitan so the chef improvised an amazing sandwich with a sweet potato fritter and grilled tofu. If that surprise sandwich told me anything, it's that there is some serious talent in the kitchen and the staff goes above and beyond. Beer list is also great and full of local favorites. Really looking forward to the next time I am in Providence. I will definitely be returning.

    Cathy H.

    Yes. Yes. Yes yes yes yes. Food that is actually good, for a cause that brings tears to my eyes. Let me tell you a story: Four nights ago, I was out with two friends from school. It was my first real meal in Providence, the city I will call home in a few short months. As the freak Type A foodie that I am, I had narrowed the dinner list down to 5 contenders across the DownCity, East Side, and West End neighborhoods, and finally caved to letting AS220 be the inaugural dinner spot. Two of us arrived earlier than the third and ordered a $5 wine and their cinnamon honey ginger-infused vodka at the bar....my wine was just OK, nothing to get too excited over, but the infused vodka drink had been, at the suggestion of the friendly bartender, mixed with ginger beer, creating literally FALL. IN. A. GLASS. It's decorative gourd season yes, but suddenly I want it to be cinnamon-infused-vodka-seasoned all the time. Most memorable bar drink I've ever had the pleasure of trying. Then came the food: chickpeas, sweet potato fritters, roasted tomato soup with goat cheese shavings, and a gorgeous mozz-sweetpotato-lettuce-tomato grilled cheese on ciabatta with a small side salad. Less than $20 in all, and the portions and temperature were perfect. I've always been miffed by the way restaurants serve soup hot and sandwiches cold, or vice versa, but the chefs here know what they're doing. Without a formal table waiting system, the whole place feels so much more relaxed and your wallet can take a breather (or sample another appetizer). As a design-driven non-profit, their seasonal menus have interesting graphics in the borders and calming typography. Don't know why that might influence you in this review, but you never know. Stuff like that makes me so happy. But the whole crux of this story: while waiting for our food, my friends and I were discussing the Providence start-up scene when a girl interjected excitedly, wanting to tell us all about her web-based start-up. She and her friend invited themselves to sit with us, and as locals, proceeded to tell me everything I'd need to know if I wanted to live the good life in Providence. We found out that our new friends were staff at AS220 and coordinated the Youth photography program. As we cleaned the last layer of chickpeas from the bowl, it had been decided that a private tour of the print labs was in order. We took our drinks upstairs, where our dinner companion unlocked the classrooms and gave us an hour-long tour of the facilities. For more information about AS220's amazing social justice initiatives and community-based programs, you should read the reviews of the actual AS220 labs, etc. But know that Foo(d) will have you laughing over warm food with talented, love-filled new friends...if you come with an open mind and an eagerness to share.

    Crispy chickpeas, Seasonal salad and a butternut squash purée dish with mushrooms, cauliflower and onions! Delish delish delish!
    Vanessa O.

    This place is definitely... Different. As soon as you walk in there's a counter on the right and bar on the left with tables separating the spaces. You receive a playing card that will be called out when your food is ready. The food. Omg the food. I'm talking like yummy crunchy perfectly seasoned chickpeas (add Schiracha, you'll thank me later) and their sweet potato fries. Ugh so yummy!!! It's so quirky and tasty and plated so eloquently. The cook/chefs enjoy being watched while they prepare your dishes. The music is fun always whether it's lunch or dinner and the vibe is totally "hip". You do bus your own table (it's the norm there), free water and rolled up silverware on a table in the back of the dining area. Bathroom is always kept clean which I always look for in a restaurant. I do enjoy going there. And when someone asks about a good place in Providence to chow down and listen to live music, I recommend here. Sharing plates is nice when on a date and don't want to eat too much.

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    A rotating menu and specials of great plates with great ingredients. The bar is in the same place and sits between two live arts venues

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