GLUTEN-FREE FISH & CHIPS ALERT! My quest for finding gluten-free fish & chips has finally ended in my very own neighborhood. We did it. Well, CRU PVD did it, & I ate it & loved it. The vibes of CRU are immaculate. Retro, friendly, comforting, & suave. The quality of food to price of food ratio is inspiring - I love a heaping salad with seasonal fruits & vegetables for just $8. Most of the menu can be made gluten-free, which brings a tear to my eye. Don't sleep on the pan-fried turnip cake. Sounds strange, right? I crave it constantly. I haven't been to brunch yet here - I'm not a big brunch guy, what can I say. But that seems to be a hugely popular event here. Also check out their calendar of events. They put on some funky soirées. Murder mystery dinners? Yes, please! read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Fish & chips - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

After a brief closing, CRU PVD is back! We had the chance to check out the soft opening & it was a lovely Sunday brunch. The new breakfast & lunch service is casual & easy - order at the counter for dine-in or takeout, then grab a seat & enjoy. Hubby & I tried several dishes: bagel & lox was fresh & satisfying, the California wedge was a creative & lighter option, the lobster omelet felt indulgent & packed with flavor, the corned beef hash was crispy & comforting. Everything came out fresh & well prepared. One unexpectedly fun detail? The self-serve water station! Loved being able to choose between bubbles, cold-ish & ice cold water (a small touch, but honestly such a great idea). Wishing the best of luck to Chef Mark Garofalo & Russell Morin Catering & Events on this new venture. Excited to come back & try more from the menu! NOM NOM NOM #YUM read more

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Cold brew 5/5 Vibes 5/5 Ability to make reservations 5/5 Dutch baby pancake 5/5 (omg delicious!) Indy the waiter 10/10 Loved it all around. Great brunch to start off 2026. read more

I'm so happy I discovered this place. My husband and I came here with another couple and each of us was so pleased with our meal and service. We ordered a salad with lobster, Reuben and veggie omelette. Everything was delicious and the surface was wonderful. It's a great casual spot and it was very reasonably priced! read more

I liked Bayberry Beer Hall (which was in the same location before) but CRU leveled up in terms of food, service, ambiance and decor. What was once a big open space is now sectioned off into cozy booths and allow for some privacy. The space is still modern, minimalist and open but it has a more cozy and elegant feeling. We went for brunch. The scallion pancake with mushrooms was full of umami flavors and was a generous portion. I had the eggs benedict with sautéed kale and tomatoes - I appreciate the different options for either meat or vegetables on the benedict. The bloody mary was excellent - big, perfectly spicy with horseradish and well balanced. The other cocktail we had was with bourbon and amaro (can't remember the name) but it was delicious and went down smoothly. Minus one star for a mimosa that was made with completely flat prosecco. However, our server handled it graciously. Service was friendly and attentive. I really enjoyed this spot and will be back to try other things soon! read more

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I'm happy that Cru took a step back to rethink their menu and pricing. I visited once before for brunch and I had some sort of chive/scallion pancake and it was delicious! I hope they add that back to the menu. But I will never forget that the waitress pushed us to get the coffee cake to start "to share". And it was a single piece for $14!!! I was appalled. So very happy with the new prices and style. I came in after yoga one morning to grab a coffee recently and check out the new space. It looks great and has a really nice flow to it. I love the coffee and water station too. I'll definitely be back for breakfast but I think the lunch menu still needs some help - maybe consider adding a fish option that isn't just smoked salmon or perhaps adding something vegan? I am lactose intolerant and a pescatarian so there isn't much for me to pick for at lunch there. Hopefully they add some options - would love to see a veggie burger or falafel! read more

I stopped by CRU today on a whim (it's been on my "to-try" list for a while), and I'm so glad I finally did! I started with two cocktails--the Golden Fang and the Matchatini. The Golden Fang was strong but perfectly balanced, while the Matchatini was lighter and paired nicely with my entrée. Our table shared the Calamari and Loaded Hash Brown Tots, both served in generous portions and seasoned beautifully without being greasy. For my main dish, I had the Green Cod Curry, which was absolutely delicious. The vermicelli noodles with the cod and curry reminded me of a creative twist on the Thai noodle soups I grew up with--comforting yet unique. I also sampled my friend's Chicken Pibil with blue corn tostadas, and it was equally flavorful. We finished with the Flourless Brownies, which were rich and decadent without being overly sweet. The restaurant itself is warm and inviting, with plenty of group seating, bar space, and a fantastic open-kitchen concept. A special shoutout to our server Michael B, who was wonderful, and Chef Skyler for such a memorable meal. I can't wait to come back--next time, I'm trying their brunch. read more

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This was my second time going to Cru since I stopped by the first week they opened! We got a bunch of different dishes to share. For drinks, I got a matchatini which was delicious (and one of the better matcha drinks I've had). For appetizers, we got the cheesy garlic bread, olive oil shrimp, and loaded baby tater tots. The cheesy garlic bread was delicious, though the sauce on the side didn't seem to go that well with the bread. The shrimp was also a refreshing appetizer and was similar to crudo. The loaded tater tots were probably my favorite appetizer - there was so much and they were nice and crispy. For entrees, we got the pork schnitzel, summer pasta, and the ribs. The schnitzel is probably my favorite item on the menu since it's a relatively large cut and also very crispy. The summer pasta was a nice addition to the pork. The ribs were probably our least favorite since they were a bit more on the rare side, but it was still good! We finished off with the blueberry cheesecake, which was the perfect way to end our meal. read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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This was my first time at CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar. I checked it out with a friend for brunch on a Sunday. I had made a reservation and were seated right away. CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar gives a warm and welcoming vibe and it smelled so good. Previously Bayberry Beer Garden was in this space, but I've never had an opportunity to visit it. My friend said CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar did a lot of renovations to make it their own space, but there is still some remnants like an exposed brick wall. Looking at the cocktail menu, my eyes were immediately drawn to the matcha-tini ($16.00). OMG WHAT??!! I'm not a big fan of espresso martini, so when I saw the matcha-tini, I had to absolutely get it. I asked the server if I could substitute oat milk with whole milk and that was no problem. The matcha-tini also had japanese vodka, genepy, honey, and matcha tea. It was so smooth and the perfect combination. For food, we had the Dean St. Breakfast Burrito ($11) and added house-made chicken sausage ($3). The burrito had scrambled eggs, baby hash-browns, cheddar cheese, and garlic-chili aioli all wrapped in a tortilla. It was stuffed with prime and fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every single bite of this burrito and it was very filling. Both the drink and food were delivered quickly and were perfect. Fafi was our server and was very friendly. I can't wait to visit CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar again for brunch or for dinner. read more

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Place looks great but the Staff seem awkward and rude. Looks like they need to retrain their staff to be more hospitable.

What went well? Hmm.. let me see... everything! Food, double..no triple check. Ambiance-warm and inviting. Staff..best ever! As soon as I entered the restaurant for Sunday brunch, I was greeted warmly and made to feel at home by Tara. I was introduced to Juliet, my waitress, and, let me say, she's one of the best. While I waited for my guest to arrive, she let me take my time and peruse the menu. Eventually I settled on an item, my first choice. Juliet redirected me to my second choice, though, a similar item that turned out to be phenomenal. When I tasted this breakfast burrito, the first bite was an explosion of flavor. I had that DAMN! experience. And the texture- perfect. I ordered a drink called, Some Like It Hot. It was the perfect blend of sweet and hot, just the way I like it. When my friend arrived and settled in, they served up the same welcome and made her feel warm and toasty, inside and out, on a chilly day. Before we left, we met almost all of the staff, including the sous chef who was just getting his sea legs. He was kind and warm, and clearly a fabulous chef. Another waiter, Michael, was so attentive, always checking in to make sure our dishes were cleared, offering great cheer. This is a place where you feel like family, even though the dishes are gourmet. (My friend said the hash that she ordered was the best she'd ever had.) This is my new place to hang. Run, don't walk to CRU PVD, the new place to be! read more

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i'm so sad this is how they reopened after "rethinking the vision" this was my favorite restaurant!! staff is super sweet, etc etc but this is now just another breakfast/lunch spot with the same menu as everywhere. it's tired, in my opinion, and no longer stands out. i'm so disappointed! i appreciate the past times visiting here. best of luck truly!! read more

We've been here a few times and it's always reliably good. I wouldn't order the Cesar salad again, look at the photo. We love the waiter tho, I can't remember his name, but he is always there and so friendly and chatty. read more

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Made reservations for 2, seated at a table that felt small for even 2 people. Asked to move and were accommodated. Food was good, nice ambiance. We also had cocktails and those hit the spot. There is a parking lot behind the restaurant which is nice because it can be hard to find street parking. All in all would go again! read more

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So sad to say - I think this may have been the worst meal I have ever had in Providence. While the atmosphere of the place is nice and the staff is polite, the food, on multiple visits (because everyone is entitled to a bad day) just isn't up to par. It feels like the menu is trying hard to be "interesting" at the expense of mastering the basics. Lack of flavor, and overly greasy, I just can't in good conscience recommend a visit here. I had such high hopes but alas, this spot just isn't it. read more

Ok, so we went to the disco event while I was in RI. What a fabulous place. The food was amazing and it was really a fun event. The only thing I didn't like was the cucumber margarita. Everything else was 10 stars in my book. Food photos below. Turnip cakes were crazy good. I'll attach the menu and the food photos. Love love loved it! read more

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Let me start by saying that I don't consider myself a "foodie" and rarely get excited about going to a restaurant but my experience at CRU PVD YELP event was amazing. CRU pulled out all the stops. The served Crispy Calamari, Pan Fried Turnip Cake, Steak Frites (delicious potato wedges rather than fries), Whole Roasted Chicken Pibil - (Some of the most tasty and moist chicken I have ever eaten), Sorbet, and a Flourless Brownies. Everything was delicious and fresh tasking. I think the thing that really topped the experience off was the positive energy of the entire staff. Everyone seemed to actually enjoy doing their jobs and making the customers happy! The whole placed just seemed to buzzing with good vibes. Based on this experience I plan on going back to CRU for dinner. read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - CRU PVD - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Scrumptious food cooked to perfection with elegant color-coordinated garnishes, such as violets and nasturtium flowers. A green tequila cocktail with an orange-colored salt rim. Extra tasty & extra strong! Comfortable seating and easy-going decor so I felt ok to truly relax. What impressed me the most at CRU is how warm & congenial the staff is. This is food and vibes that feel like home (if you were raised by gourmet chefs, that is!) read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Pan-fried turnip cakes with pickled mushrooms & scallions - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Great service. The cocktails were fantastic. The food was very good. The portions sizes vary. So the breakfast sandwiches are just sandwiches. But the entrees were huge. Highly recommend brunch here. read more

I have been twice for brunch and both times are scrumptious. The cocktails, wait staff and the shing star the food were all amazing. Thry had a special raspberry pop tart that was huge & phenomenal a MUST. I loved their hash browns also. I can't say a negative word. I felt that the waitstaff knows there food & drinks and made great recommendations. Going back fo sho! read more

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I stopped by on a whim for apps and a drink. I loved the food, service, and style of this place. They showcase artwork from local artists, which is a nice detail. Our server, Kalea, was attentive and sweet. I'll be back to try more from the menu! read more

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We had a great breakfast here a couple weeks ago. From the welcoming and informative host who also ended up being our server, to the delicious food, we loved it here! I had the breakfast burrito and my dining companion had the Dutch baby. We were both very happy! We had recently dined at CRU Newport for brunch. The menu and concept is completely different. This is sit down versus counter service at Newport. They also offer dinner at this location. read more

Very nice servers but I wasn't impressed. The oil poached shrimp were ok; should have brought some bread to mop up the oil. The lobster roll was pretty dry and tasteless. I did enjoy my blueberry cheesecake (deconstruted?) . read more

Love the upscale modern atmosphere and the elevated comfort food! The staff were so friendly and welcoming and offered us a notebook to sign when our check arrived - such a fun and friendly idea! The croque madame sandwich was absolutely stunning in presentation and taste - a must try! read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Croque Madame, Misu Honey Challah, and Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Was a big fan of the old Cru, great menu and always great service. So when they closed down I was really bummed. But, I heard they let their staff know they were closing with basically with no heads up, so that upset myself and a lot of other people, but I decided to give them another chance since they just reopened and promised to feel like more apart of the community, but maybe they should have stayed closed. First off they changed up their menu, so if you had a favorite on there then say goodbye to that. Also they're doing this weird self serve thing now where if you want coffee or water, go get it yourself. Our "waitress" took our order, promptly forgot our order, so we retold her and she apparently placed it. A little bit of time went by and my friend got his order but I did not get mine which I thought was a little strange, but I kept waiting. Side-note, they are doing a weird thing where they print you your receipt right away and put it in front of you like they want you to get the hell out of there ASAP which was another strange thing. So I'm sitting there waiting for my food, this is probably 20-25 minutes after I ordered and I happen to look at the receipt and I realized my food was never rung in. So I told the waitress and no apology or anything, she just said "yep you're right..." ok.... So she apparently put it in, and then 15 or so more minutes go by, mind you my friend has been done with his food for quite some time, and we ask just to confirm that she put the order in, and she looks at me dumbfounded and says "huh? What did you order?" At this point I realize she never put my food in a second time, she claims she does, but then runs to the kitchen and frantically tells them to make it, and I can see the look on the cooks face like she never even told him about it. So about another 15 minutes later I get my food and ask for it to go, since my friend has been done for a while and is ready to go, I asked her to make the egg over hard because I don't like runny eggs and I eat my sandwich in the car and egg yolk falls all over my lap. I work in the industry and I am very forgiving and if this place was slammed then I totally would have understood, but there were probably 6 people in there including myself and my friend and they were completely well staffed to handle it all. To not even get any kind of apology or wanting to make it right really wasn't the right move, and I know they shut down because they weren't connecting with the community before, but let me tell you, I am from The community, and this new concept will not last long because it's even more detached. Do not recommend trying this place especially if you were a fan of the old Cru... read more

It was low key mid for brunch. The food presentation wasn't that good so I didn't even end up taking pictures. Just as bland as the presentation, the flavor was also lacking. The decor and vibes of the restaurant are good and the service was excellent but otherwise Cru was overrated and I found myself disappointed. I would rather go to a dingy diner with good food next time than settle for good interior design and mediocre food. read more

The person at the host stand had the personality of a cabinet door. Unfortunately, he also ended up being our server. We weren't told whether there were any specials, but my friend who had been there before asked about the pop tart and it was then described to us. That particular item was the highlight of my meal. I ordered the chilaquiles. The eggs were good, but they were on a bed of mostly dry chips. My mimosa was flat. Everything came out at once, and our server didn't return until we were nearly finished. Also, the music was way too loud for 9:30 in the morning. Background music should be in the background. People want to interact with others at their table without shouting. read more

Beautiful environment, excellent service (thank you Michael!) and delicious food! They have the best unique weekly specials. read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Khao Piek Sen (chicken noodle soup) special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I was in town with my family and the other reviews for CRU drew us straight in for brunch. We had such a fun experience and look fwd to returning in the future. Service: I can't express how kind & welcoming everyone at the front of house were. We were traveling with our (very hungry) toddler, who the staff gifted with one of their notebooks. It was a kind gesture, which are her day and calmed her down until her meal arrived. Food: I regretfully didn't take any pictures, but we ordered scrambled eggs, hash browns, chilaquiles, and the (seasonal special?) kimchi egg sandwich. The quality of everything was exceptional. The eggs felt fresh rather than from a carton. The chilaquiles were the right amount of crunchy and soft (the seasoning from the sauce was SO flavorful), and the added kimchi mayo was a fun take on their egg sandwich. I would have liked to see an actual kimchi garnish for an added kick, but this was exactly as it was described. And y'all... Do not sleep on these hash browns!! We were kicking ourselves for not picking up an extra order to-go! read more

Went for brunch and the food was delicious. The pop tart was flaky and flavorful without being very sweet, it was an unexpected treat (big enough to share among 4-6 people). If you like mezcal, the Gabriella is a must try, smokey with a hint of heat. Juan was our waiter, he was very friendly and attentive. read more

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I'd like to give a 4+* to the server and folks there, but the food was just meh. Don't know how the 4.7* happened. We started with the hommus app - pretty good and generous. No complaints. For entrees, we got the turnip cakes and the green curry cod. They were just ok - not that flavorful and/or exciting. A disappointment. The place itself is pretty and open, but a little bright for dinner. All in all maybe a 3.5 rating, but the food was the clincher. read more

Went before hitting the Jack O Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Zoo and did not disappoint. The loaded buffalo chicken hashbrowns were a TEN - we'd come back just for those. Hummus bowl and wedge salad were also highlights. Lastly, great selection of local micro brews on tap. read more

CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Buffalo Chicken Hash Browns - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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as soon as I walked in I was greeted by a very friendly gentleman, he asked if I'd been before and when I told him it was my first visit he smiled and said welcome! we got the cheesy garlic bread starter... oh my it was amazing!!!! as my main course I ordered the steak tips dinner, the delicious sauce they cook it in was the best!!! and the roasted potatoes were perfect with a bit of crisp on the outside and soft and puffy inside. I highly recommended this meal!! and to finish it off we had cherry cheesecake!!! even if you're just looking for dessert it's worth the trip!! and order the frozen lemonade... trust me!! the waiter we had, Michael, and the GM Tara, were so very nice, informative and so engaging with all the guests. I honestly give them a 10 out of 5, you will not be dissatisfied ! can't wait to go there for brunch!! read more

If you are in downtown by the main Post office and want to have a bite' this is the place. Along side you will be helping out future cheefs and waiters of our Rhode Island. This venue we offer an ambiance that remind you those long nights at the library during college times BUT you get excellent food and peace and quiet. The best of two worlds. Totally recommend this venue. Let's support our LOVELY RHODE ISLAND read more

Excellent service, good food, in a relaxed atmosphere with a hip vibe. Would definitely return. Small menu with limited options though. read more

My husband and I came to this location for brunch several months back. We were both surprised by the flavorful and delicious food we ordered. The atmosphere was lovely and the staff were pleasant. They really took to my husband and well, the drinks kept coming!! Oh, and the Irish coffee (alcoholic beverage) was AMaZING! read more

Went in with high expectations after reading the menu and was not disappointed! The space is big and open, but still feels so cozy. Love the open kitchen. Service was top notch, everyone was so sweet and attentive. The weekend brunch menu has some unique flavors that are done beautifully! Loved the miso honey butter and it's always great to see a dutch baby on a menu. And the portions are perfect! (even the kid's portions are pretty big!). read more

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Amazing food.... the kind you would see in a fancy food magazine!!! The employees were soooo friendly!!!

I really wanted to like CRU. Bayberry Beer Hall got us through the pandemic, so we're big fans of the chef's food. Today was our second time there, and it was another let down. The first time was right after they opened, and our roasted chicken dish had soft, improperly cooked skin with sad vegetables. We came back today for brunch after hearing good things. It was my wife's birthday, and she wanted to try the dutch babies. I made a reservation where I indicated that it was her birthday, and it wasn't acknowledged at all. The dutch babies ended up being pretty good, but they came out well before the rest of our food. We wanted more syrup for our dutch babies as well as more coffee, and couldn't flag down our waiter after multiple attempts. The restaurant was half full at this point, so I'm not sure what was going on. We were finishing our lukewarm dutch babies once the rest of our food came, and it was all pretty meh, except the pastrami carrots. To add insult to injury, as we were wrapping up, the table behind us got a dutch baby with a birthday candle. We moved to Providence, in part, because of the great local restaurants, so we desperately want to see neighborhood spots like CRU succeed. I hope our experience was an aberration and not the norm. read more

The service was great, and my cod with curry was acceptable But, my ist is that I ordered a burger cooked rare, the only proper way to present one, and was told that they will not cook it less than medium. This is a big mistake-every other similar restaurant, such as Red Stripe, has no problem with a delicious rare burger. I think they should consider pleasing the customer with a reasonable request read more