We've been coming here for years with and without the kids. It reminds me of old school little…read moreItalian places. No frills and drama. Just really solid, straightforward Italian cooking. In my mind, it's how all casual Italian restaurants must've been back in the day. The stuffed artichoke is a must. Chicken and eggplant parm are both fabulous. One of the coziest spots to visit in the winter and around Christmas. The girls who work here are all so friendly. Definitely worth your dinner plans!

Food was decent, good reasonably priced wine selection! I was surprised they didn't offer fresh…read moregrated parmesan, it was just the cheap powdered kind which was a little disappointing. Chicken marsala was good, pasta cooked perfect al dente. Would try again. Fresh grated parmesan would go a long way!

I went to rooftop on Monday night with my friends to celebrate a birthday. I had Eris as a server…read moreand he was amazing!! Very funny and added a lot of good energy to dinner. He was also so Fast with getting our drinks and food and made the experience so enjoyable. I would go back just to see Eris again. So professional as well as knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations. He truly made the night so special for the birthday girl!

A fun Cinco de Mayo private event last night at the Rooftop at the Providence G! The atmosphere was…read morelively & festive, with great energy all night long. The food stations were a huge hit: delicious tacos, loaded nachos, assorted pizza, unique egg rolls & a trio of churros with chocolate & dulce de leche sauces. It was a fun mix of options, so there was truly something for everyone. The staff was friendly & easy to find whenever we needed anything, which made the event run seamlessly. One unexpected highlight was the view! I don't usually think of Providence as having a standout skyline but it looked absolutely beautiful from the rooftop. A great venue for private events, celebrations or just enjoying a different perspective of Providence!

Absolutely fantastic experience. I lived four years in Spain and they have really nailed it. Felt…read moreat home. Did the calamari and the croquetas to start which was perfect then a paella. The croquetas were the right amount of crispy and came with really good homemade sauces. The paella was absolutely cooked to perfection. The wine menu had a great range and variety between Spanish and Portuguese wines, they really nail that. Matthew was our server, and he was awesome. He gave me and my date plenty of space but always checked in on us and made sure to give us a time check on the paella since good paella is a slow cook. We didnt have space for dessert but the dessert menu looked really good. If we didn't do the croquetas and the calamari then we could have probably done a dessert but no regrets at all. Fantastic job, OTRA!

The tapas menu was great and flavorful. Great cocktails, staff was very attentive. Nice dining room…read morewith beautiful bar as the center piece to the overall aesthetic.

So I was visiting my pal Nick in Providence and he brought me to Oxford Tavern and it was a great…read morechoice! I went for the Filet Minion and it was delicious.. It was accompanied by some asparagus and savory mashed potatoes! Couldn't go wrong here. There were definitely some other dishes I'd love to try.. But more reason to visit right!? Staff was accommodating. In any case, if you're looking for a really nice spot to get some great food you should definitely try this place out. Ok. Have a great one yall! -Ray

Had a really good dinner here with a great menu! Loved the combination of filet mignon, bacon…read morewrapped scallops, stuffed shrimp, mashed potatoes and asparagus! Evening was cooked perfectly including the steak. Fried spaghetti on the table was a unique touch and surprisingly good!

Avenue N is one of those places that reminds you why a well-run neighborhood restaurant can be such…read morea gem. From the moment we sat down at the bar, Samantha immediately made us feel welcome. She's not just friendly and attentive, she clearly knows her craft. She made one of the best Old Fashioneds I've had in a long time. Perfectly balanced, smooth, and exactly what you want when you sit down to unwind. The food absolutely matched the experience at the bar. The White Bean & Tomato soup was fantastic. It had a rich, comforting flavor and tasted incredibly fresh. It's the kind of dish that seems simple but is clearly done with care. For the main course, I ordered the sirloin steak cooked medium rare, and it came out exactly as ordered. Perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in getting the details right. Between the great food and Samantha's outstanding service and cocktails, Avenue N delivered a really memorable experience. If you're lucky enough to grab a seat at the bar while Samantha is working, you're in for a great night. I'll definitely be back.

Love Avenue N in Providence! I suggest Avenue N for take out, girls night out, dinners with family,…read moreand just to sit at the bar with friends. The menus are seasonal and always have great options. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and I love the seasonal sides. You can also mix and match the proteins if you want the sides that another meal comes with. They make a delicious cosmos and espresso martinis too! I can't forget to mention the brussel sprouts appetizer.... 10/10! I hope they bring back the cauliflower appetizer too.

This place had been on my list for a while to try-- I enjoyed it but it was way more expensive than…read moreI expected it to be based on the vibes from the outside. Including tip my dinner came out to $44 for salmon with two sides. That said, the food was really good and I appreciated that they had a "simply grilled" section with a choice of meat and two sides included. They also had a nice basket of bread (focaccia I think) though I wish it came with olive oil. Service was good-- our waitress was really nice and a fellow server (?) named Paulo was really on top of boxing up my leftovers and refilling my water. There is no parking really, but they do offer "complimentary" valet. Last note: we came at 5:00 and were able to walk right in, but by 5:30/6 it was filled up so I would recommend a reservation.

I had been to the Parkside several times back in the 1980s and 1990s (including when it was called…read moreAmsterdams). It was always a reliably good restaurant. I recently went with a friend, who invited me for my birthday, on a viciously cold evening. The restaurant is dark and warm, and very welcoming (and has valet parking, which is particularly nice on a sub-zero night!) Started with the crab cakes appetizer. It was good, but not amazing (my memories from years ago were better than those we had in 2026). I suppose that the jumps in the costs of jumbo lump crab could be to blame? I ordered their rotisserie duck a l'orange, which was wonderful. Huge 1/2 duck, cooked very crisp but without overcooking (not sure how they manage that!. Rotisserie, perhaps?) it was enough for 2+ meals. I was amazed at how little fat and grease was in the enormous serving. Accompanying roasted vegetables were also excellent. Very delicious! My friend had their enormous (perhaps triple thick?) pork chop. Very, very good, and the accompanying vegetables were delicious. Our servers were remarkably friendly and also helpful. Faced with bringing home serious leftovers, after we both declined desserts, our waiter insisted on packing a free birthday dessert for me. And that was (homemade white chocolate cheesecake) most welcome on the following day! Frankly, this was probably around a 4.4 stars evening, as it has become a bit more upscale than I had recalled, and is definitely worthy of a return trip, as I am guessing after a second meal there, my review might become 5 stars.

The bartender Dana is the only reason I'll be returning!! Between her great cocktails and creating…read morethe best vibe, me and my husband can't wait to go again!

We had dinner last night it was terrible Two people did not get what they ask for We were not happy…read moreWould not recommend Sorry

Tucked in Pawtuxet village in Cranston is this wonderful Italian restaurant that echoes the best in…read morefood service and atmosphere. We had early reservations for our anniversary dinner. I had perused the menu so I knew what I wanted. The on site bread with roasted garlic and high quality balsamic vinegar and olive oil , you cannot help but over do on the bread. We split a Caesar salad which was done perfect not overloaded with dressing. We would both loved anchovies but it was a winner . I had the Basta chop with the lobster sauce on the side . The presentation was spot on with the bone in on the plate . I upgraded the side to lobster risotto instead of the pasta marinara . Which was a good simple freshly made marinara . My husband had veal Milanese . He could cut his with a fork it was so tender . I saved room for dessert for a house made very berry sorbet which did not disappoint. Lots of moving parts inside large bar, private party. Constant water refilling and taking away if plates . If you you are ever lucky enough to go there , you'll want to hurry back . They have several light dishes pizza appts etc. Of course our server Taylor was top notch , lots of young busses being trained in the art of hospitality.

Came here to celebrate a birthday with a large party and the service was fantastic. I thought the…read morefood was well prepared, tasty, they had some unique options, and the portions on most entrées were sufficient. The complementary bread with olive oil, roasted garlic and balsamic is a nice touch, although there were no small spoons provided to scoop up the balsamic or the cloves making it a little awkward to fish them out, tasty nonetheless. There were several appetizers out on the table, the meatballs, charcuterie board, calimari, all the good stuff. The meatballs, and calimari were fantastic, extra props to the calimari. Nice and tender, very thin crisp batter that didn't get soggy. Good amount of cherry peppers to go along. I got the swordfish francaise, it was calling to me. I thought it was fantastic. There wasn't anything particularly inventive about the dish in terms of the batter, toppings or sauce- briney, lemony, and well balanced.. The treat was getting it was a nice piece of swordfish. It's not often you see it on the menu at all never mind as francaise. It was cooked perfectly, flaky, held it's structure, tasted fresh. I loved it. I thought it was a bit steep at $34, which is why I'm giving this a 4-star vs a 5. But overall, I enjoyed everything and would certainly go back for an occasion. For me it's a bit pricey to make it a habit.