Absolutely fantastic experience. I lived four years in Spain and they have really nailed it. Felt…read moreat home. Did the calamari and the croquetas to start which was perfect then a paella. The croquetas were the right amount of crispy and came with really good homemade sauces. The paella was absolutely cooked to perfection. The wine menu had a great range and variety between Spanish and Portuguese wines, they really nail that. Matthew was our server, and he was awesome. He gave me and my date plenty of space but always checked in on us and made sure to give us a time check on the paella since good paella is a slow cook. We didnt have space for dessert but the dessert menu looked really good. If we didn't do the croquetas and the calamari then we could have probably done a dessert but no regrets at all. Fantastic job, OTRA!

The tapas menu was great and flavorful. Great cocktails, staff was very attentive. Nice dining room…read morewith beautiful bar as the center piece to the overall aesthetic.

We attended a Maison Ferrand cognac seminar & tasting the other night at Sapphire & it was such a…read morefun & unique experience for us. The staff at Sapphire (Melissa, Marc, & Shiv), as well as the guest bartender (Vannaluck), went above & beyond to make the experience interactive & memorable. We were greeted immediately with a French 75 made with cognac - Did you know that the original French 75 called for cognac, as well as many other classic cocktails? No? Neither did I. The welcome aperitif was a great lil' treat to kick the night off with. We were given a mini charcuterie selection to keep us busy until the main event, which began about 20 minutes after we arrived. Vannaluck talked us through the history & characteristics of cognac. We were given 3 small pours of different cognacs to taste as well as a serendipitous, bonus mini pour at the end. Throughout the night, the kitchen sent out a variety of tapas that UTILIZED COGNAC. Cognac glaze, reduction, brine, etc. Fascinating! I went in knowing next to nothing about cognac & left with a decent understanding of the spirit. I've always wanted to do something like this, & Sapphire made it extremely accessible. It was also amazingly affordable. I'm really looking forward to more events like this one. Sign me up, please.

My husband and I decided to come to Sapphire for a drink...I had really enjoyed the cocktails and…read morethe food during the recent Yelp Elite even, so I told my hubby to check out this place with me. I loved the Jacobean cocktail, so we both got this smooth scotch cocktail...Melissa made the drink with an expertise that few have and while she was making them, we engaged in conversation with Marc, the beverage manager. Both were very engaging and very friendly, making the visit very relaxed and enjoyable....we also got some steakhouse sliders that were outstanding...the meat was just slightly medium, keeping all the moistness and flavor.... Overall a great place for a drink and/or light bites...... The ambiance is inviting and cozy and the patio outside is great for those nice warm Rhode Island evenings....

One of the best places! Every single thing on the menu is delicious. They have a great lunch…read morespecial as well. The service is great every time we go. Love the drawings guests leave that are pinned to a wall. Also love that it's not so huge and overwhelming. It's a perfect size for intimate dinner with friends and/or family.

After an incredibly hot visit to the Roger Williams Park Zoo, I was craving something salty and…read moresatisfying on a spiritual level. With that in mind, there's nothing else I could imagine other than a hot bowl of ramen. Located about 1.7 miles or a 7min drive away, I was excited. Upon pulling up to the front of the building, you can drive slightly further down SE and park in the small lot with several spots. I actually don't remember anything about the interior to comment much. I was laser focused on getting food in my tummy. We ordered; Tan Tan Men ; a bowl of ramen with spicy pork miso broth. this absolutely hit the spot. it was deliciously salty and full of umami, and the toppings were just right, and I inhaled it in minutes Fried Calamari ; another excellent dish. the calamari was nice and crispy and the meat was tender. couldn't have been done any better. the mango chili puree sauce was also very good and something I haven't had before Tako Yaki ; I'm not sure if I need to say anything about this. it's about as yummy and expected of a properly-done tako yaki as you would expect Karaage ; this one was actually pretty upsetting with how bad it was. the chicken seemed like it was very overcooked - the skin was hard and crunchy instead of crispy, the meat was not juicy, and honestly the portions of these chicken bites were pitiful. I even sent a snap to a friend and she felt bad for me. the flavor was also immensely salty. it came with spicy mayo (which was actually spicy! that never happens!) and a tonkatsu sauce, but honestly I was desperately in need of something sweet like ketchup or honey. Wife and I ate a total of 3 pieces. Our waiter was very apologetic and asked multiple times if we wanted it re-done or if we wanted something else, but we were already pretty content by the time we could air our complaints. To my satisfaction, he removed the karaage from the bill. Despite the miss, the customer service and the quality of the other foods makes it easy for me to still give the place full stars.

This restaurant can get a bit crowded but I noticed that the staff do their best to help…read more I went at a busy time and it took some time for them to take my order, and a bit longer to get the food. But the good attitude of the staff compensate. I tried the katsudon. The chicken was crunchy, and overall tasted good. I just felt that it need more seasoning or a bit more of sauce. But I liked it a lot.

I came here with my mother and sister for a girls date. Place seemed to have a ton of fruit…read moreflies... on the wall, by our food, everywhere. My tom yum ramen was super spicy (like spicier than normal. Spicier than any tom yum I've ever had) and the waitress seemed to be closed off. She was not really talkative and took a while to get to us for orders. Also, I will say the appetizers were better than our actual meals. I hope this place could improve!

I had a last minute invite this morning to join a friend's reservation. I have heard great things…read moreabout this place but hadn't had the opportunity to visit yet. So it was an easy yes, to say the least! When I arrived, I walked around the corner to the entrance on Rochambeau. The waiting area inside is bright, colorful, decorated with some personal tokens, assorted cookbooks and accolades. You can just see into the kitchen and suddenly the chef and owner, Milena Pagán will appear over the cafe style doors to greet you and get you checked in for your reservation. Highly recommend a reservation if you plan to come on the weekend. The place was busy! We were taken to our spots at the bar and greeted by Milena's partner, Darcy. He took care of us from start to finish. I could not resist the brunch prie fixe menu for $45. What a steal. An entree, house made pastry, juice/coffee/tea and one of the house cocktails. I chose the shakshouka, a cardamom knot, the guava-pineapple fizz and the rebujito. I also added an iced horchata latte because I was at brunch after all! We had our drinks and pastries in front of us quickly. My juice was refreshing, tangy and just a hint of sweetness. I love guava and this was exactly what I wanted. The latte was simple but effective, hitting the spiced notes you want from horchata with the depth of good espresso to back it up. The latte in particular was delicious with the cardamom knot, the two harmonizing together for a moment of heaven on this rainy Sunday afternoon. The outside of the knot was caramelized in spots adding this great crunch and the inside was soft like a cinnamon bun. My friend mentioned it was one of her favorites and I can see why! When the shakshouka came out, the smell hit me first. Warm tomatoes, the herbs from the chimichurri, and the tostones fresh from the pan. The presentation is beautiful, inviting you to dig in immediately. I of course opted for the smashed avocado upgrade and they thoughtfully plated it on the side. I like to taste everyone together so I added it to my skillet, and began eating the dish using my tostones as my utensil. It was amazing. All those smells I mentioned before played through beautifully in the tasting. It was one of the best dishes I've ever had. My only wish was for more tostones but I know if I had asked for an additional side, they had that as an option to take. I'll make sure to do that next time! The rebujito cocktail was something I hadn't tried before so I was looking forward to it. It felt like the kind of drink you have on a hot summer day. Similar to a mojito, but with good sherry as the base alcohol instead of rum. As a side note, I think it's an incredibly clever to create a cocktail menu around sherry when you have a beer and wine license. Using a fortified wine? Brilliant. But after my experience here today, I know that brilliance is in every brick of that space. If you were like me and haven't made the trip to this spot on the corner of Hope and Rochambeau, please fix that ASAP! I can't wait to go back, and bring all my friends and family here so they can share in what I enjoyed today. Just an incredible meal and service.

The plantain base (instead of English muffin or other bread type) was yummy especially with the…read morehollandaise sauce, yolk, egg, pork but it did feel a little thick/dry at points. Still would get again. They say they have a 1 hour seating time, so we were a little worried when we got there at 10:30 for our reservation but didn't get seated till 10:40. However we did end up finishing within the hour - I'm not totally sure how strict they are about that rule. They also have the kitchen right where you wait to get seated, which just added to the hunger and anticipation

Great food! The ramen is the best!!! Great apps too and the staff are all very nice. Highly…read morerecommended!

Love the food and drinks here. I wanted to try some different sakes so I got a flight for $15. A…read morelot of flavors to choose from and I'm glad I picked the plum because it was delicious - so smooth. One of the food tapas I ordered was their pork belly buns ($9). They were incredibly juicy inside an airy, soft bun. Then I got their shumai shrimp dumplings ($9). Also delicious and soft with really nice flavor. The sauces they provided paired beautifully. Warm, comfortable vibe inside and the staff is very friendly.

Layali's menu offers a variety of appetizers, salads, entrees, and even pizzas with unique flavor…read morecombinations. Dessert options include classics like Cheesecake and Tiramisu, alongside more unique choices like Baklava. The cocktails are a definite highlight, you have to order the Flaming Espresso Martini which is more than just a drink, it's an experience, arriving in flames with an edible chocolate garnish. The staff is friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is vibrant yet at times can be a bit too crowded and loud.

We went late at night while bar hopping in PVD and it was PACKED. like too much. Barely able to…read moremove around let alone eat comfortably at a table. I felt bad people having dinner were constantly being bumped by people trying to walk or dance. Service took forever. But the only brightside was their fun espresso martini.

This place had amazing ramen! Honestly some of the best ramen I've had in a while…read more I found this place based on it being highly rated on Yelp and near the bar I was at for a work happy hour. I came in hungry and left satisfied! The staff was so nice as soon as I walked in. I wanted ramen and let the owner recommend his favorite. He recommended the short rib ramen and said the broth was very rich and the meat was very tender. That broth was fireeee. It was love at first bite. He wasn't lying! I also got a Japanese beer (white ale) and he said I made a good choice and the beer had a nice flavor. I wish I wasn't so full, I would've tried something else. Definitely will be back!

I had the boa buns and the yakisoba noodles and both was phenomenal .. very clean kitchen. Awesome…read morestaff 10 out of 10 definitely will be returning.

I had such a great experience for my first visit at Sezn! The decor here is beautiful -- warm,…read morestylish, and super inviting. The service was excellent too; everyone was friendly and attentive. I tried the steak dish, and it was absolutely delicious -- perfectly cooked and came with a flavorful gravy, sides of roasted carrots and fluffy scallop-like potatoes. I also got the pumpkin pie mocktail, which was such a fun seasonal drink. One of the best parts about Plant City is that you can enjoy Sezn upstairs and then still have all the great options downstairs. Some of my favorites are the buffalo pizza (crispy buff tofu, celery & buff sauce) and the fettuccine alfredo with broccoli, which is super creamy and comforting. Overall, Sezn was fun to try outside of of ordering my usual favorite dishes downstairs, and I am looking forward to ordering the ravioli next!

The food was great. Restaurant has a great ambiance and is in a nice location. Parking may or may…read morenot be a bit of a challenge. We went on a Tuesday evening and part of the restaurant was closed/inaccessible (top part). We were seated on the main floor. The food was really good and so were the appetizers we got. I gave 4 stars vs 5 only because they were out of a couple of things on the menu.