Being in a pizza community group means I'm always craving pizza…read more Living on the north end of Providence, I have my fair share of choices. But there was one spot nearby I hadn't been to since November and it was high time I went back. That place is Zesty bites. They're located on that last stretch of Smith St before you cross over in North Providence. I always manage to find street parking in the front but there's more around the corner as well. Imad was in there cranking out a HUGE catering order! There were covered pans everywhere, ready and waiting for the client to come and pick up. But that didn't stop Imad from taking a moment to shake my hand and ask how I was doing lately. I didn't want to take up much of his time as his Friday night was just kicking off but he is genuinely a warm and friendly person, you can't help but smile when he smiles. I took home a Pesty Chicken, house pesto with turkey bacon, onions and chicken, plus a hefty slice of his gorgeous baklava. After my 5 minute drive home I got to it immediately. The pesto is herbaceous, salty from the Parmesan. The turkey bacon is not what you find Butterball making but rather, this was of a much higher quality and was an actual piece of sliced meat instead of a formed amalgamation of ground turkey. All of those ingredients sang while being supported by the incredible crust. I don't quite know how to describe it. It's light, fluffy, but crispy. Crunching into the crust scratched a part of my brain I didn't know needed it until I bit into this little slice of heaven! The baklava looked as good as it tasted. Sweet, spiced, and it had this deep flavor I can't quite put my finger on but it's probably top 3 best I've ever had. If you haven't visited Imad and his shop up over on Smith Hill, then you are missing out on a unique and delicious experience. 10/10, great pizza. Great food all around, no matter what you get you'll love it!

Last year during the RI FOOD FIGHTS Lord of the Pies event, we stumbled into Zesty Bites and found…read moresomething special that stuck with all of us. Imad runs this small spot in Providence where incredible Lebanese food and pizza coexist. His pizza has that perfect char on the crust, brilliantly simple sauce, and genuine hospitality that feels completely natural, not performed. So when this year's competition rolled around, I came back. Twenty-four places into this month's pizza marathon, we needed to know if Zesty Bites was a one-time thing or if Imad's really doing what I thought he was doing. Turns out, he is. Of course he is. The crust still delivers. Crunchy exterior, chewy interior. Imad's dough artistry hasn't changed. His sauce is fresh and flavorful, built from simple, super fresh ingredients that deliver big taste. No tricks. High quality cheese and pepperoni blend together for a pie that just delivers a little bit of magic to your mouth. Same five tables. Same warm welcome. Imad's still treating customers like they are family who just walked in, not like he's checking boxes. After twenty-four stops this month, you start noticing which places coast and which ones stay consistent. Zesty Bites is consistent. No drop-off. No shortcuts. Just the same great pizza Imad was making a year ago. That's a lot harder than it sounds.

Great pepperoni pizza. Hot, crispy and delicious! Friendly staff and quick service. Fries were just…read moreok

It was my first time trying Francesco's and I really wanted to love this place, especially because…read moreit's right up the street from me. I hateeee giving anyone low stars but just want to be honest. I ordered the pepperoni pizza and it was alright, the sauce was very sweet and pizza was soggy from the sauce. The Barbeque wings were low quality and I was so bummed. Still had the feathers on it and was over cooked. It tasted like it could have been overheated. They have online ordering so it was easy to place an order vs have to call in. Both people we interacted at the restaurant was very nice and quick service when picking up. They are located right on mineral spring and did a great job with signage. The pizza shop was also very clean.

Still a great place for full pizza or quick slices. Tried the special 3 slices get you a free soda…read more Slices are good size. Thin pizza prepared perfectly. Add Francesco's to my rotation of go to places for slices while driving through PVD.

This was my second time at Francesco's Pizzeria and was looking forward to eating their pizza. The…read morefirst time I went was for a slice and it was light, crispy, fresh...just delicious. Unfortunately, I was very dissapointed in the large Margherita pie I ordered this time around. The dough was brittle, the cheese didn't taste all that fresh and the rest of the ingredients (sauce and spices) were just OK. It's always dissapointing when a restaurant lacks consistency and leaves you wondering what happened? Is it the cook at certain shifts, carelessness, different quality products? I don't know, but this place may be worth a try if they could output the product I had during my first visit. The pizza was dissapointing, but the wings were good. It tasted fresh, very crispy and hit the spot. The wings definitely saved the overall meal which is why I gave them a 3 overall, but the pizza was like a 2. The other stuff - I called in and was put on a long hold. The employee I spoke to was a apologetic about the wait and was overall pleasant. I've been inside this restaurant and it's quite small, so taking out may be a better option. -ODL Connect with me! IG & YouTube: @AOEAT

Let me just start out saying...we love Twins. We've been going the for 40 years and live about 45…read moreminutes away. Though for the past three times we've ordered it's been wrong. The first time it was missing the meatballs. Second time it was again missing the meatballs, though it had mushrooms & onions. On Sunday, it had the meatballs though under the sauce it was loaded with onions. My husband despises onions. We're not sure what going on...all these years the orders have been correct. Yes, we checked the first two times only sadly to see that the order was wrong. But what can we do...wait another 30-40 minutes for another pie. On Sunday, all looked great until we bit into it, and found the onions. I know they're extremely busy, and have always been that's not something new. I just ask to have them really double checked the orders....please!

Still love Twins after decades of eating here. We always get a large pizza, half pepperoni, half…read more(what ever I'm feeling that day) cooked 'well done'. We often add a side salad to the order and sometimes we get a pitcher of beer to share. They have so many items on their menu. If you are not in the mood for pizza they have pastas and hand held items, soup, antipasti, seafood, chicken and so on. We just come for the pizza. Every time. The older section has booth seating with juke boxes at each table. Bring your quarters if you want to play some songs. The addition has a small bar area and table seating. Men's and Ladies' restroom are in the area between the two sections. A small parking area is in the back, plus on street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. They do a brisk take-out business and on busy days (weekends for example) be prepared to wait for a table. Even after adding an addition, they still have folks waiting for a table. Come on an 'off time' if you can manage it. They are closed Monday.

Hubby & I decided to check out Night Shift Kitchen & Tap at Level99 in Providence Place Mall for…read moreProvidence Restaurant Week. You walk into the space & the first thing you see is a gauntlet with swinging "axes" that you need to run through without getting hit! I kinda wish everyone had to do it to gain access but it is one of the many fun games/adventures from Level99. The special menu was $25 for a pizza & 2 beverages. Upon recommendation of our delightful server Kobe, we opted for the Hot Mess: ezzo cupping pepperoni, piri-piri sauce, fresnos, queso fresco. Pizza is Detroit style & the edges were perfection, I could have used a bit more sauce but the piri-piri drizzle was fire. We both had a glass of wine. We were in the mood for a nightcap. I selected a coffee stout, Jolly Woodsman by Banded Brewing. Our server asked if I wanted a taste before ordering a glass, I was happy that I took him up on the offer - it wasn't my favorite. I was laughing with him that hubby & I are beer weirdos - we like the lightest & the darkest beers. He offered to bring me a taste of the Night Shift Brewing's Imperial stout, Dynasty. And along with that, he also brought the two lightest Night Shift Brewing beers. We loved all three of them! I would definitely go back for the pizza & the beer but the games are calling my name!

This is a great restaurant with some very delicious food and cool craft beers. It's attached to the…read moreLevel 99 challenge course event space (which is also a must see attraction). The service is great and so is the food. You got to try the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza and the Garlic Parm Wings are top notch. This isn't a food court type eatery. It is a full service restaurant. Don't sleep on the Night Shift Kitchen.

This pizza spot absolutely delivered! We ordered half clam chowder pizza and half meat lovers, and…read moreboth sides were packed with flavor. The crust had that perfect wood-fired char -- crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, with just the right amount of crunch around the edges. The clam chowder side was such a Rhode Island/New England experience. Creamy, savory, loaded with seafood flavor, and topped with fresh herbs and potatoes that gave true chowder vibes in pizza form. Honestly, you can't come to Providence and not try chowder in every form possible! The meat lovers side was bold, hearty, and stacked with toppings. Pepperoni curled perfectly at the edges, sausage was flavorful, and every bite had the perfect balance of sauce, cheese, and smoky meat flavor. The atmosphere was relaxed, modern, and perfect for casual dining with friends or family. Great food, great vibe, and definitely a spot worth revisiting while in Providence.

On Mondays, you can get a huge Margarita Pizza for 50% off (about $10). That is a great deal that…read morewe could not pass. So we got some greens, some chicken wings and a pizza and it was filling and yummy. Our server was really friendly and chatty. Around 3-4pm there was almost no one in the restaurant, which made it relaxing and peaceful. This place can get very loud and busy during peak times. Great pizza, excellent wings, great service.

We ordered online for pick up, which was about 45 minutes on a Friday afternoon. We ordered the hot…read morehoney pizza, regular pepperoni, and buffalo tenders. Everything was delicious! Our favorite was the honey pizza. Can't wait to try other things on the menu!

Let me start out by saying there pizza is top notch well worth the price , Fish N chips is $21 but…read morewell worth it very big order always cooked perfectly, meatballs I truly believe they are frozen out of a bag . And as far as pasta for the price you get very little! it's pasta people stack it up give people somthing to wow about . I can tell with some of their meals they skip steps use jar , frozen items . 5 stars for best pizza around !

Welcome addition the the neighborhood. They have a great selection of middle eastern food. I always…read moreget the tabouli salad and chicken. They also sell giant slices of pizza, it's a great quick lunch. In my opinion prices are fair, at the time of this review a slice (which is really like 2 slices) was $4. I mean that's almost gas station slice prices, except this is top notch pie. I have not ordered a large pie from them yet but I plan on it's next time I do a pizza night.

Had the lamb shawarma wrap and hummus, and they were delish! Looking forward to trying out the…read morerest of their menu.

Food was tasty, especially the pizza. Staff was super friendly. Crowd was chill. Drinks were good…read moreand the prices were great. Parking available in front and on the side of the building.

Have not been in a while, but returning back to back days. Do I have to say more. After a long work…read moreday, beer was cold and the food hit the spot. The service was great, the vibe is a mix of regulars and just people that pop in like me. Everyone is friendly and I even tried a new (to me) that the nice woman that was sitting next to me having. Hot and dirty I think the name is martinis with pepperoncini juice instead of olive. It was amazing and will be having agai

The service is always accurate. Great pizza shop. It's family friendly. The food is always…read moredelicious :)

Without hesitation-- Our GO TO for pizza: delivery/take out. - love this place, we would give it…read more10 starts if we could. Always on time, made to order, fresh, absolutely delicious- from the kids to the adults- everyone is beyond satisfied- pizza, apps, side, weiners, omg I can't get enough, my own mother drives over and hour here and HAS to get some to go!!