They tried to serve my 15-year-old son a huge glass of Corona rimmed with about three ounces of…read moresalt, and then insisted that was what he had ordered. Okay, fine. No big deal. I ordered a falafel platter and got a hummus platter. Okay, fine. I'll just eat that. They forgot literally every single thing my daughter had ordered--from the drink to the meal--essentially not even realizing she was there. Weird at best. And then the waitress tried to persuade me to pay her in cash. There was a screaming baby around the corner, surrounded by people smoking hookahs. The owner kept begging me to come join them, but it just didn't feel right at the time. He really, really wanted me to smoke. And I'm not sure why. I liked the Whitney Houston "I'm Your Baby Tonight" poster by the handwashing station. And the beef shawarma was okay, I guess.

C'mon, Kaza Maza Take an hour or so TODAY & provide more…read moreDETAILED DESCRIPTIONS of each menu item! I can't find ingredients or flavor profiles ANYWHERE - not even on your website! You can, and MUST DO BETTER!

Last night I had the distinct pleasure of attending the Anna's Vesuviano Tonno dinner…read more This dinner was conceived when Chef Anthony got some beautiful tuna from American Seafood, based out of Stonington, CT. It was a menu created around the relationship between bread and seafood in southern Italy. As a culinarian by trade, I love dinners like this. I love seeing how a chef's mind works, the flavor pairings, and going on that journey with them. Last night was a wonderful example of that. I attended the dinner solo, my usual cohorts at a different dinner taking place in the city. But I don't mind solo dining. The best part about being solo last night? I was sat at the bar front and center, a veritable chef's table without the high price tag I paid the extra for wine pairings, and they were generous with those pours all night. Our glasses were filled before every course. The hospitality was warm, the service team made everyone feel at home. The interior had a retro feel, with pressed tin ceilings, counter seating along the windows and a tall bar by the kitchen. The first course was a tuna croquette, a smoked yellow fish canola (cone) and tuna crudo with pickled yellow tomatoes. The croquette crispy outside, and so, so creamy inside. The yellowfish cone had lovely textures, the pistachio crunch coming through nicely. The crudo was delicate and tender, the picked tomato bringing the perfect level of acidity. The second course was a Caserta style pizza. No, not the icon on Federal Hill. But pizza montanara - one that is fried and then baked, popularized in the Campania region of Italy and in the town of (you guessed it) Caserta. The first thing you taste is the Sicilain oregano. The crust is crispy but still had give. No flop if that matters. The tomatoes blanched and precisely peeled so they gave easily when you bit into it. The olives and capers paired with the tuna was like an Italian Nicoise pizza. A great eating experience. Next was the Tuna Fattoush, the salad course. The tomatoes tasted like peak summer when I bit into them. Tang from the lime, the mint almost floral with the sumac, the vinegar soaked bread buttery, tart. The tuna coming in the back end bringing the dish together in a magical way. The Mrs Tuna pizza intrigued me. I didn't know what to expect when I saw black dough. But what I experienced was wonderful. Soft dark bread with creamy stracciatella, and the tuna tartar on top sang against the creamy base. You can taste the burnt notes from the mayo but only in the background. It accented the dish, deepening the flavors in an unexpected way. Bufala mozz course was bright, tangy, salty. I didn't think I'd describe mozzarella as bright but here we are. It was a burst of flavor as soon as it hit my tongue. My taste buds lit up immediately. It was made by Lucas at Mozz in Newport. Go find some and try it immediately. Vesuvius pizza. Wow. I had only experienced Anna's through their various seafood pizza specials. This was my first time trying a classic. San Marzano tomatoes from Mt Vesuvius. 48 month aged Parmesan, the same beautiful fresh mozzarella we had in the previous course, basil and a hefty drizzle of high quality Palestinian olive oil. If you ever wondered what the most perfect Margherita was like, this is it. It's like it was cut out of a textbook. The crust was delicious as always, it's sourdough. The cook was crisp and even with the edge still soft and chewy. And finally dessert. Lemon and basil make sense on savory but I realized how special it can be in sweet. The sumac adding floral notes to the smooth custard and the cool basil gel, a study in flavor conception. Every time I go to Anna's, I continue to be impressed by Chef Anthony and his culinary genius. I know to most, this menu would seem odd or outside of the box for pizza. To a certain extent, that is true. But if you are brave enough to take a leap of faith, I have found I'm often rewarded with the most scrumptious landing. And to say I was rewarded last night for my leap would be an understatement. Thank you again for an incredible dinner, Chef Anthony, Michelle and the team at Anna's Vesuviano.

While we had some initial sticker shock, Anna's proved well worth the price…read more My husband and I were impressed with the quality of pizza. We got the meatball and potato pizzas and thought both were delicious. They tasted very fresh and the quantity of toppings didn't weigh the pizza down, it just provided flavor. We ordered take out on a Friday night and got the pizza in about 25 min. This is a great addition to the neighborhood and we anticipate being back!

We had a group of three and food just started showing up. Lamb chops, chicken, filet, shrimp,…read morecalamari, grape leaves, fattoush. Nobody ordered their own thing, it all just went in the middle and we figured it out from there. That's the kind of meal it was. Great food, great friends, and a table full of plates that kept the conversation going all night. The fattoush was fresh and crisp, the grape leaves were the real deal, and the lamb chops were insanely good. The family that owns this place actually cares. You feel it in the food and you feel it in the way the staff treats you, like they want you to leave happy, not just full. That's not an accident, that's a family that takes pride in what they put out. If you're going with a group, go hungry and order a little bit of everything.

I stopped by for an app and drink hang out with a friend. Had no issues getting a table, and our…read moreserver was friendly and efficient. The food was fine, although the salmon was a bit overly charred for my taste. The croutons and cheese in the caesar salad were different. As for the drinks, the flavors didn't seem balanced and were too sweet - and I like sweet drinks. Overall, not a bad experience. I like the ambiance here.

Had a slice of cheese pizza as we waited for our order. The two gentleman behind the counter were…read morevery personable and nice! It's really small in there mainly a take-out place. One of the best pizzas I've had in Rhode Island. I got a gyro and my with got a salad. All very very good!

We were craving some middle eastern food and had heard good things about The Pie Guy. We ordered a…read moreLebanese cheese pizza and meat pizza and some kibbe online to pick up on our way home. The food smelled so incredible in the car on the ride home that we couldn't wait to try it. All 3 items were delicious and we look forward to trying their chicken Sharwma and fattoush salad in the future. Definitely worth a try!

This place is popping!!!…read more Staff is very friendly and helpful. Had an issue with my drink they took care of it right away and even apologized for it. And it was more my fault than theirs!!! Place is large but packed. Tables are close together but to be fair. People are standing a lot and dancing and vibing! Food is darn good, amazing flavors and great portions! If you are looking for quote and cozy, this is not the place. Lots of great energy from the staff and crowd!!! Had a lot of fun and really enjoyed it. Would definitely hit this place up again!!!

#datenight ##willflyforfood #RIfood RI is definitely a hot…read morespot for foodies. OURS has a new head chief and is now Jamaican inspired cuisine. Its a vibe! the drinks were delicious and came out looking photoshoot ready. there was a mixup with the computer and our dinner took a long time to come out but man it was worth the wait. The oxtail was flavorful fall of the bone and on top of super cheesy mac and cheese. My Caribbean chicken pasta was amazing. The sauce had tons of onions and peppers adding flavor but not in an over powering way. the serving was huge. we had the empanadas for an appetizer and I loved the sause for them but they definitely made it so I brought more of my dinner home than usual lol. and for desert we split the best cheesecake Ive had In ages. we will definitely make the drive back down to try more of the menu.

I got the falafel pita and the flavors were so impressive and bold. Everything was delicious. The…read moremint really sent it over the top. Also the pita itself was so soft and pillowy. Very impressive. I also couldn't skip the walnut baklava. Three small pieces. We shared them at our table. No crumb left!

I recently had another great meal at Tolia (Track 15). The Turmeric Chicken Kebab was delicious…read more The meat was tender and well marinated. The rice was fluffy and it had a nice herb seasoning on it. For the price (and also as compared to other choices at Track 15), this is one of the better deals when you see how much you get for what you pay for. Turkish food in downtown Providence.

Summary: Solid food, lots of lettuce. We were looking for…read moreshopping so we walked to the end and back and decided on Livi's Pockets for lunch. The menu had a lot of selections which were wraps. My wife got the chicken wrap, I selected the gyros wrap. The chicken wrap (a special) had 4 pieces of avocado with chicken, and a lot of lettuce. My gyro wrap was coated with tzatziki sauce inside the wrap, with a lot of lettuce and gyro meat not off a skewer (yes, there is a difference). I also bought a chocolate chip cookie, which was massive. Still, it was tasty. The soft drinks were a bit expensive at $7 for a 20 ounce Dr. Pepper - you can get two for one at most gas stations and come out with more change. The staff was nice. Service was fast. In terms of ambiance, it was a typical fast food place with tables and seating.

Casual lunch spot tucked away in the arcade. Good number of different Mediterranean options. Got…read morethe works wrap and the chicken kebab wrap. I was surprised by the use of peppers though the chicken kebab wrap was quite good. Overall it was a good experience. Service was quick.