In town for work and was looking for a place to grab a bite after work. I found The Shanty on Yelp…read more The moment I opened the door I was greeted, by the owner, with the most upbeat personality and smile! She showed me to my table, brought a carafe of water, and welcomed me in. I was quickly welcomed by Sergio, my server, who shared the special and the soup of the day. Once I ordered my soda I took in the ambiance of the bar, new lights, and the rest of the restaurant. It's not a large building but they make every inch count. Now, the reason you're reading this review- THE FOOD. I ordered the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich with a Caesar Salad. The chicken (photo below) was perfectly cooked, topped with hot honey, slaw, pickles, and ranch then placed on a soft brioche bun. The meal was reasonably priced as well at $33 which included tip. I will absolutely be back to the Shanty next time I'm in town.

Cute spot! Stopped in with a friend after work on a Thursday. We got in quickly without a…read morereservation but I can see what people are saying that if you are going on a weekend during peak hours that you should make a reservation as it isn't a huge restaurant! Our waitress was very nice and patient with us while we took awhile to order. I got the grilled chicken sandwich and my friend got the ceasar wrap. The fries were great, sandwiches were also really good! Would like to come back and get one of their main dishes as they all sounded pretty good. We got the bread pudding for dessert (sorry forgot the photo) but that was really good!! Would get again.

In my opinion, no trip to Oakland Beach is complete without stopping at Iggy's Doughboys & Chowder…read moreHouse. It's become a tradition for us. We usually have dinner next door at the restaurant, and before heading home we walk over to Iggy's to grab a box of fresh doughboys to take with us. Somehow there's always room for doughboys. One of the things I appreciate most is the consistency. It doesn't seem to matter how busy they are, the doughboys are almost always fresh out of the fryer. They're light, golden brown, and cooked just right. I've never had one that was burnt, greasy, or raw in the middle. They strike a nice balance between having a crisp exterior and a soft, fluffy center, and they're generously dusted with enough sugar to satisfy a sweet tooth without making a complete mess. The menu has plenty of classic Rhode Island favorites if you're looking for chowder, clam cakes, or other seafood, but for us it's always about the doughboys. They've become part of the ritual whenever we're at Oakland Beach, and it's one tradition we don't plan on changing anytime soon. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is because this place is incredibly popular, especially during the warmer months. Depending on when you go, you may find yourself standing in line for a while. That's not necessarily a knock on the business because a busy restaurant usually says something about its reputation, but it's worth knowing if you're in a hurry. The prices are fair, the staff keeps the line moving as efficiently as they can, and the quality has remained remarkably consistent over the years. That's becoming increasingly rare. If you're spending the day at Oakland Beach and leave without stopping at Iggy's for doughboys, I think you're missing out on one of the area's best traditions. We'll definitely keep coming back.

Who doesn't love Chowdahhh or Doughboys? Iggys is a staple and while the line can get very long at…read moretimes it's so worth the wait. Fresh clam cakes and views of the water don't get any better. So this location is right inside Oakland Beach and while there's tons of parking it can get rough to park, so prepare to walk- but it won't be that far. They have the beach parking (which they charge for, not sure when they start) or try to park in the first few lots when you enter. They also have tables outside and inside to enjoy your meal. The employees are a hit or miss on who's going to be friendly or not so that's why they lose a star. And sometimes the chowder can taste a little unseasoned. But otherwise give it a go. It's a MUST especially if you're visiting Rhode Island!

Fresh seafood! Gulf shrimp always available not the stuff from India or Thailand. Service is great…read more Preorder's for Christmas a must

Why haven't I written a review yet when I've been coming here for years. I love this place and I…read morerave about it to anyone who'll listen. It doesn't smell in here, it's always very clean and in order and they also have a good selection of stuff. Everytime I've come I'm always greeted and any questions I have are answered. I usually come in for little neck steamers and clams. Occasionally I'll get the whole snails and some stuffies. They have all types of stuffies! Lobster, crab, clams, shrimp etc etc. my favorite are the shrimp and quahog (not spicy) ones. They're so tasty and the prices are average prices for seafood markets. I absolutely love my seafood from here and I'll only get it here. They do have fish, live lobsters and tons more- and I believe on Fridays only they have hot food. Although I've never tried it yet.

So good. Visiting the state for the first time and found this gem on Yelp…read more Staff was kind Ambiance was awesome and views overlook a nice lake. Food - delicious. Lobster roll - 9 out of 10. The bun was delicious and they gave a hefty amount of lobster. Seasoned to perfection Clam cakes- 4 out of 10. Tasted more like a fish fritter with a lot of dough and filling. Baked stuff lobster - 9 out of 10. Would recommend and would have again. Seafood with a red pasta - 9.6 out of 10. My favorite. (I don't remember the name of this dish). Overall delicious and they gave huge portions. Will definitely come back here again.

Family members have moved locally near this area ----so I thought I'd pop in and check out the menu…read more(UPDATED 4yrs ago?) and have a cupa chowdah !! Seems to have more pizzaz now! The Cheerful restaurant is clean bright, aptly decorated with seashore /fishing themes! I only had a short time to check this place out, but I enjoyed some delicious "white" chowder and met a wonderful number of service staff who were so enthusiastic and friendly. Ask for David at the bar... really really good guy. I've sent the scoop to my local family and I know they'll really enjoy this location throughout the year.

Good local bar in an area that is really lacking non chain restaurants. Good beer specials and…read moreIrish food

Service and beer was good but food was not. Restaurant smelt like weed right when we walked in as…read morewell

Best lobsters roll had by all 6 of us and incredible service from everyone including our server and…read morethe chef! Highly recommended this local place!

Food was excellent. Sevice was good and very friendly…read more Small place usually have to wait for a seat. Sugest you go early.

I recently celebrated my son's 40th birthday party on Saturday June 29th at the newly renovated…read moreQuonset Tavern By The Green At North Kingstown Golf Course. The food was delicious and plenty of, especially the baked stuffed scrod the guest just raved how good it was ( my compliments to chef ). The banquet room is beautifully decorated and walks out to an expansive patio overlooking the golf course. The pricing to have an event there is very reasonable! A special thanks goes out to Karin the event coordinator and her staff who went above and beyond to make the night special for everyone! You all hit this one out of the park! Thank you ! Mike Andrews

Went after work one day. Driving around looking for a sandwich or fish and chips maybe perhaps…read more Wasn't satisfied

Omg... I will be back. We went on a Sunday afternoon in June. Line moves fast and plenty of…read moreseating. We parked a few mins away and there's plenty of parking around. Lobster roll was a 10/10. Great portion and taste. The brioche is perfectly buttered. The lobster is at a good temperature. The fries have a perfect old bay seasoning. My partner who doesn't like seafood loved his hot dog. His also came with fries and he liked the old bay seasoning as well. Tip - Get the garlic aioli sauce to dip fries and lobster in.

Dune Brothers Seafood is one of those downtown Providence stops that feels like it was designed for…read morean easy, no-drama seafood fix. I ended up going alone this time, but I came back with enough leftovers and commentary to share that the whole experience could easily be pieced together in anyone's head pretty clearly. The first thing that stands out is the setup. It's casual in the best possible way. Nothing pretentious, nothing overworked. You walk up, order, wait a bit, and then suddenly you've got seafood in a paper tray that somehow tastes like summer even when you're wedged into a busy city block instead of sitting by the water. There's a kind of controlled chaos to it, especially during peak hours, but it moves. I went with the absolute classics without hesitation: a fried fish sandwich and a side of fries, plus a lobster roll that, frankly, looked like it was built for someone who doesn't believe in restraint. The fish sandwich was the standout. Crisp coating, flaky inside, not greasy in that heavy way that ruins a good fry. The bun held together without collapsing into mush, which is always a small victory in a city seafood spot. The fries were solid, nothing revolutionary, but they did their job without trying to steal attention from the main event. The lobster roll was more of a classic Rhode Island style than anything over-complicated. Generous chunks, lightly dressed, and not drowned in filler. It leaned into freshness rather than gimmicks, which is exactly what you want when you're this close to the water. It didn't feel like it was trying to reinvent anything, just execute the basics well enough that you stop thinking about it and just eat. What I like about places like this is that they don't overpromise. Dune Brothers isn't trying to be a white-tablecloth seafood restaurant, and it doesn't need to be. It's quick, it's reliable, and it feels like it belongs in downtown.