On Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 6:00PM, I attended Clementine's September Chef Night. Clementine…read morepartnered with Little Friend, a pop-up by chefs Andrew McQuesten and Stephen Sternkopf, both former chefs of Downtown's now-closed north. I was lucky to have tried North when it was open so when I saw the former chefs were preparing the meal for Chef Night, I knew I had to sign up and was so glad I did. The meal was stupendous! The first course was shrimp and corn fritters. The fritters were filled with shrimp and corn and you can visually see the shrimp and corn. It wasn't overly doughy and the sauce was delicious! Chef Andrew described the dish and he told us that the shrimp was locally sourced from Dune Brothers. The second course was noodles with tomato and pepper dashi and grilled fish. The noodles were fresh, but it started to get a little clumpy. The dashi was really flavorful. The third course was miso tres leches cake with sakura whipped cream. This course I was the most excited about and it totally blew my expectations. Chef Andrew told us that they hand picked sakura petals and made their own whipped cream. The tres leches cake was moist, dense, and airy. The dessert was definitely the star of the show. Bravo to chefs Andrew McQuesten and Stephen Sternkopf for a wonderful locally sourced meal. Jean-Marc and the other bartender were also very friendly and accommodating. They checked on all the customers throughout the night and made yummy drinks. I had the Toasted Venture. This is one of the signature cocktails and has Toasted Pumpkin Seed-Infused Misguided Spirits Red Sky Silver Rum/Cynar/St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur/Rosemary Elixir/Mole Bitters. It was very good. A time at Clementine's is always wonderful.

Cool bar. Seating is limited but I have never had to wait too long for a seat. The cocktails are…read moreamazing. I talked to the bartender about a few drinks on the menu I was torn between and he made something not in the menu that was a blend of everything I liked! Truly impressive and delicious.

Didn't get a picture! But updating to describe the excellent cocktail Bianca made me!…read more I've been getting the espresso martini by default here cause they are quite good...but my drink of choice is usually a citrusy gimlet of sorts. I mentioned this to Bianca when I was ordering and she essentially said "say less"... made me the perfect drink. I was so pleased... it can get quite busy but if you know the general profile of what you're into- Bianca will get the vision and make you the perfect cocktail. It's that personalized touch that'll get me back again and again!

XO is cute! Always a great spot for celebrations. I've been here on various occasions, mostly…read morebirthdays. The drinks are expensive, but not shocking given the feel of this bar. The weekends are always busy and booming. Good vibes.

We just came for drinks after dinner and stayed way longer than we planned lol. When we arrived the…read moredoorman was super pleasant and professional explained unfortunately they were full w reservations but found us a seat at the bar. The music was amazing RI really is on a different vibe from Boston. The drinks were delicious and the service was really good considering how crowed it was. Definitely got the feeling everyone was regulars and totally understand why. We will definitely be back.

I've gone to Pure a couple times and every time it's been great! They have paid valet ($20) which…read moreis convenient since that area hard to find parking. The vibe, the music, drinks! I went there for my bachelorette night this weekend and everyone loved it! We reserved big table, ordered drinks and hookah . What made our night was the dj! He played some great music, when he realized what we liked he played more similar music! We were hyped up, everyone stood and started dancing. Was an epic night. We will definitely go back!

Tried this lounge out and was very impressed with the spacious and comfortable seating. The music…read morewas great with upbeat and current tunes. The service provided on this busy evening was top-notch during my visit. I was welcomed upon entering the location and did not have to wait for a server to take my order. I ordered an old-fashioned and a hookah to go along. If you want the best experience when ordering a hookah, I recommend their VIP option.

just tried this place for the first time last night and i'm not one who really likes to go out to…read morelounges much at all. i loved it. it's been awhile since ive tried a new place and loved it. the sangria tower was sooo delicious and each glass came garnished with an orange slice which was so shockingly sweet, full of juice and refreshing. that really tied it all together. the black lights really set a cool mood and i loved how the tower came out with lights of its own. the hookah was very good and i'm picky with my hookah. it was very smooth, flavor was not too much it was perfect. coals stayed lit for hours too. i love that this place offers food all hours of operation. i have yet to try one of their entrees but the appetizers were so so good and were just enough. i got the mac and cheese bites and the philly cheesesteak egg rolls. music was great, drinks were great, prices were great, i even got to witness a birthday celebration where they offered bottle service which was cool to see! definitely recommend this place and will be back

A small door, most likely you'll miss if you're not looking for it. Loma is a cozy speakeasy…read moreserving delicious drinks in an intimate atmosphere. It's best for small groups (no more than 4-5). I love the customer service here: our server explained the alcohol as we got each of our cocktails. I will admit, though, because I'm slightly hard of hearing, I missed a lot of the explanations, but that's ok. I came in a group of four and we all took sips of each other's drinks and that was really fun! Every drink was great, but I do favor my sake drink, white port/cream soda cocktail, the vermouth, and the one with the amaretto. Don't expect the menus to be the same as in this review! They do change it frequently and have non-alcoholic mocktails, too. We heard about this place from coworkers and that they had won an award for best new bar--an award that's well-deserved.

Receiving a James Beard award will say a lot more than I can. But what a fantastic experience. We…read morewere able to sneak in on a quiet Friday evening and had such a lovely experience. First the hostess / doorman really helps set the mood with his calm, soft spoken demeanor. Once inside the lighting is dim, the space is washed in a pink pastel hue and you realize how small the space really is, 16ish seats. The menu is short but you have the option to order "off menu" and we are so glad we did. We had a little interview with our server for what we were looking for and none of the custom cocktails were a disappointment. This was great as a double date venue and we cannot wait to come back. A really incredible experience and the team clearly works very hard.

Really enjoyed stopping at The Avery for a drink! We came by before dinner at big king across the…read morestreet and they had just opened so it was pretty empty but the bartender was super welcoming. I appreciated that they were checking vaccine cards (January 2022), the great cocktail list, and the cool lounge vibes. The seating would be really pleasant for a small group or a casual mingle but I imagine it can be loud and hard to maneuver if it's busy. Overall it was a great spot for what we were looking for and we'd probably come back the next time we're in providence!

The drinks were good and an excellent price. The vibe is very art deco and chill. The music wasn't…read morereally to my preference but it was chill and was in alignment with the vibe. There are lots of queer patrons here so it feels like a very inclusive environment for folks of all walks of life. The outdoor patio is nice though we chose to enjoy our drinks inside. The bartender wasn't the friendliest, but the service was very quick and we were happy with the drinks overall. Wouldn't go out of my way to come back but also wouldn't avoid it in the future, especially if I was in the area.

Lemon pepper wings and the Calamari - Fire!!! Thanks for the special deal on the hookah. Loved it…read more Going back.

My girlfriend and I stopped by BAE after not visiting for a while, and we were pleasantly…read moresurprised. The food was delicious, the customer service was outstanding, and the staff was incredibly friendly. The music and atmosphere made for a perfect date night. We had a great time, and my girlfriend is already asking when we can go back!

New ownership. The lingerie selection in the front room is not as well maintained and now less…read morerelevant as the speakeasyesque storefront from years ago. The curtains remain wide open now, also taking away from the original character of the place. Music is played very loud and while the drinks are good, it has lost its charm entirely. Once a Providence fave of mine but sadly I doubt I'll be back unless I hear of changes from others.

Love Justine's! Very fun to take unsuspecting people to because you have to walk through an…read moreunmarked lingerie shop, give your ID to the bouncer, then have him open the curtain for you to go inside. Plush corner couches, attentive bartenders, and delicious drinks. A memorable date night spot!

I have been here a couple of times. Most recently, I threw an event here with attorneys and law…read morestudents. The program went great, and everyone loved the venue! We ended up having a last-minute venue change to Ladder, and I am so happy that the prior venue fell through. I worked directly with the owner, who was awesome! He was able to work with what we wanted/needed to be covid friendly during an event, and he was always accessible. I had preselected appetizers for everyone, and I did drink tickets. We ended up taking The Jake lounge, which worked out perfect for us. We had our own bathrooms and had our own bartender and servers. Highly recommend it if you are throwing an event!

I recently hosted a baby shower at the Jake and wanted to tell anyone planning on hosting an event…read morethat The Jake is the perfect venue! The venue itself is perfect for a fun and relaxed event. The room was spotless and the staff was extremely accommodating to any requests from myself or my guests! As for the food! Delicious, pipping hot and beautifully presented! The gourmet pizza appetizers were amazing and set upon in an attractive station presentation. The buffet was perfect.... We are a family of foodies and all agreed that the Chicken Francaise was delectable! Penne pink vodka would rival any of your well known Italian restaurants! Everyone remarked on the fabulous food! I am sure that this is the best event venue in Rhode Island by far. Do not hesitate to book your next party at The Jake! You and your guests will be thrilled!

We love Troop for its energetic, fun atmosphere and genuinely friendly vibe. The service is…read moreconsistently great, the hamburgers and breakfast foods are excellent, and the decor feels more like a curated urban art gallery than a typical restaurant. Every detail feels intentional and creatively combined -- from the beautiful art screens on the windows to the barstools made with skateboard backs. The space has a unique artistic identity without feeling forced or pretentious. It's one of those places that feels lively and inspiring the moment you walk in.

Impress your cool, city friends when they are in town by bringing them here for drinks, dinner or…read morebrunch. The space is a cavernous open space with colorful art and funky vibes. Favorites are the vegan bahn mi (with fried tofu and cashew pate, crunchy picked vegetables) the cardamom pancakes and the cheddar biscuits. Biscuits are huge and buttery with a moist interior and a crunchy outside. The pancakes are the biggest pancakes I've ever seen! They were bigger than our heads. We got three to share for the table but honestly one would have been enough. Cocktails are strong and the bloody mary was perfectly spicy. Service can be a little slow at times but was friendly and helpful. The music can also get loud and voices echo when it's busy. So don't bring your noise sensitive friends. Make sure you have a reservation as it can get crowded!