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    Nick-A-Nees

    4.0 (103 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars, New American
    Closed 3:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    NICK-A-NEES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Tom P.

    Cash only dive bar that takes you back to your youth. Live music and the world of drinkers. Enjoy !

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    Vijay S.

    If you're looking for 'the dive bar' in Providence, please make your way to Nick-a-Nees. Recommended by one of the top bartenders in the city, this was what we expected it to be and was more than that as well. Amazing ambiance with a very laid back atmosphere even before you walk inside. There are musicians playing outside and groups of people having a good time, listening to music, with their dogs/pets and just chilling like it should be. When you walk inside, you are greeted by a pool table and a live band that is playing right in front of you. There are communal tables where you can sit along side another stranger who will soon become your friend and listen to the music. They have a number of interesting memorabilia on the walls and surrounding structures but one important thing that struck out were the airplanes made from beer cans which was really cool. They have a small but good selection of draft beers that includes local and imported beers. It is a full bar, so they make cocktails as well. They have a limited food menu which includes a stuffie, few sandwiches and other bar snacks that can be purchased. We got the stuffie just to try it out, wasn't great but who cares when everything else is 'amaze-balls'. Overall, definitely go here if you're looking for a place to chill with / without your pet and listen to some great live music. 4.5 stars.

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    Shaji K.

    Memorial Day afternoon, looking for a bar that was not only open, but also would let us bring our pet in for some shade. Thankfully this spot opened up with plenty of seating and a water bowl outside for the pup. Beers range from $4-7 based on what you get, with several different options on draft and in can/bottle. While having a local IPA, also got a bag of chips ($2) to munch on while drinking. Decor is interesting, as there are stuff hanging from the ceiling and signs galore. Bartender here is super friendly and chats up the few patrons that came in the afternoon. Great bar and would come back again if in the area,

    Live blues, chill people, dim lighting, cheap beer.  Welcome to Thursday night, Providence.
    Ben S.

    Best jukebox in Providence Friendly people A true barfly's bar Nick-A-Nees has perhaps the most impressive collection of blues/country-rock north of the Mason-Dixon line and east of Nashville. The double jukebox is rife with treasures that look as if they took great care to assemble, and I don't mean to surf-search on a WiFi-enabled internet machine. The juke system is a crown jewel piece of hi-fi excellence, and if this Jewelry District spot needed more to tout, it's ten plays for one thin dollar: SIMPLY UNREAL. Because it's such a treasure, let me call to your attention some jukebox stand-outs: The Best of The Meters Shane MacGowan & The Popes "The Snake" -- the disc that heavily features Johnny Depp on slide-guitar Tom Waits "Closin' Time" North Mississippi All-Stars featuring R.L. Burnside Standards you'll find: Leadbelly, Loretta Lynn, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, Robert Johnson, Ralph Stanley, Otis Redding Strangest birds in the bunch: The collection itself is a stand-out from the normal sets you'll find, which means that the five-odd college rock discs that made the cut look out of place. Still, we're talking about Beck, not Chumbawumba. Also, Rod Stewart's "It Had To Be You" has been good for some laughs. Nick-A-Nee's is a true gem that's worth the stop even for teetotalers...but even if you don't drink, their beer prices will tempt you to start. A sizeable sailfish, a hockey stick coat hanger, and a velvet banquette probably assembled when Buddy Cianci was still in short-pants speak to the décor here. You might not be bringing your mom here for lunch, but you're definitely bringing your uncle in to knock back a few and help you hustle some friends in pool. What else: Cash only, Holmes. Dogs allowed. Tasty food selections. Awesome hand-slide shuffleboard. ATM. Billiards (with pool tournaments on select days). Typically one muted TV with the game on. It they ain't got it, you don't need it. I love this bar.

    Onawa C.

    In town on a three-city vacation trip and caught an fantastic show with two talented artists, Julie Rhodes and Aubrey Haddard!! So freaking amazing hole in the wall. Always open to talk to anyone, sometimes the vibe isn't ideal, not this spot!! From the bartenders,to the other patrons, to the locals, it was a blast. I had Downeast cider on draft and couldn't drink anything else the rest of my vacation. Try the wine donut, you won't regret it!!

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    One of the few places left supporting live local music . Also has great to food ,great vibe and feel

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    Great atmosphere, lovely people, the best staff, affordable and delicious, and a great place to spend a sunny, rainy, or any kind of day.

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    Classic dive with good cheer. Beer, live music, pool table. If none of those fit yr bill don't go.

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    Divey bar with a pool table and decent drinks. Seems like all are welcome at this Providence watering hole.

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    A good place to have a mid week drink...dog friendly...good folk music... definitely a relax bar to enjoy good music any time of the week

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