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    Seaplane Diner

    4.1 (166 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    SEAPLANE DINER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Andres A.

    Classic dinner place. The dinner is small with a few booths and counter seating, but they turnover the booths quickly. We sat at the counter and were served quickly. The waitress was quick and very sweet, great disposition. My girlfriend had a ham, egg and cheese sandwich in an English muffin. I had a grilled cheese with bacon and tomatoes. It was classic diner breakfast and we loved it. We sat at the counter and met a few locals and had fun with them. If the locals done hear them you know it is good.

    Nick D.

    True classics never go out of style. A providence institution through and through. No frills breakfast, fair price, perfect old school diner vibe. If seaplane diner ever has no one left that loves it, that means I'm dead in the cold cold ground

    Hot. And fresh.
    Philip Z.

    Require modern surroundings? WiFi? TVs behind the counter? Uniformed servers? Keep driving. Happy with terrific food and friendly service? This is your place. A wonderful diner. Just perfect. Located on the side of a lonely road and east to miss. Plenty of parking on the side and lots of regulars inside. A very comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. And I'm pretty sure I saw Jack Reacher sitting by himself in a booth with a steaming pot of coffee in front of him...

    Breakfast specials
    Frankie G.

    The linguica was cooked very well and they didn't just put the peppers and onions on top without them being cooked. My eggs was cooked over medium with no white running and it hard to get them cooked right. Thanks to the service of Roberta everything was cooked the way I like it and she made sure my linguica was not undercooked. The ambiance is an old seaplane and an old diner mixed together. A lot of the waterfront employees go here for breakfast so it's a very casual atmosphere. I will be back it's well worth your money.

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    Nana C.

    Step back in time when you enter the Seaplane Diner in Providence, RI. This classic New England-style diner offers breakfast all day, along with a unique twist: a model seaplane perched on the roof. It's not a gimmick, but a nod to the seaplanes that once landed on the working river across the street. Vintage jukeboxes at every booth complete the authentic, nostalgic vibe. The mushroom omelet was cooked to perfection and served with fresh red-potato home fries and multigrain toast. Coffee was classic diner fare. The massive Rodeo Burger came on a soft roll, topped with cheese, bacon, and onion rings, with a side of perfectly mashed red potatoes that tasted homemade. Our server, Stephanie, was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and clearly someone who enjoys what she does. Her positive energy made the entire experience better.

    Eggs Benedict
    Michael D.

    Happy Saturday Everyone!!!! My weekly review of somewhere to eat! For some reason I woke up earlier then I do and found myself scrolling in the Yelp app looking for a place and then I found this cool diner which I remember during my clubbing days! Seaplane Diner! I don't remember much about this place except for the cool seaplane on the roof which was still there! I flew over the bridge from Riverside and grabbed a parking spot in the back ( parking is tight but manageable). Took some pics of outside and headed in. I looked around and was going to sit at the counter and I asked the very polite wait staff if I could grab a booth (was just me) and I kind got the vibe of not really but they asked if I wanted to sit at a small table in the corner which I said sure no problem. They came back after a couple minutes and asked if I wanted coffee at which I said just ice water please, they then asked if I was ready to order, I asked them to give me a couple minutes. Looking over the menu which seemed like a standard diner menu I settled for ( shocker here) the Eggs Benedict with a side of corn beef hash. The wait staff came back and took my order. I think I waited about 6 minutes. Here comes my pipping hot food. It was literally steaming. On to the review! - Ice water, standard water with ice in it, in a red clear clean cup. Providence tap water I assume so it wasn't the best tasting. - Side of corn beef hash, super pipping hot, had a nice crispy outside texture with the standard melt in your mouth in side texture. Maybe didn't seem homemade so nothing really that special. - Eggs Benedict, What happened to the Hollandaise sauce, watery and pale in color, not much taste at all. The eggs were poached well, the ham really had no flavor and the English muffins were kind of soggy. :-( thank heaven for Franks hot sauce! I was bummed out. Overall they had great service and everything was super clean. I really enjoyed the diner vibe and the wait staff! I will be returning in the future to give them another shot!

    Mr F.

    What else can I say they never miss This place has been a Mainstay for me every time I'm in the Providence area the food is always on point

    Great breakfast plate at Seaplane Diner.

    I passed this classic diner while detouring around a tie-up on the freeway. The "hood ornament" positioned above the entrance caught my eye--the namesake small prop plane. The interior of this place seems unchanged--small booths tucked in around the perimeter, and a long counter, from which one can observe the action. The menu is classic breakfast and lunch diner food, with a particular New England twist: On Fridays, they have a fish menu (which I would return for). The waiter are all friendly and attend to customers quickly. My breakfast was perfect: scrambled eggs with iconic home fries, Linguiça sausage, and rye toast. The look, smell, and atmosphere brought me back to my childhood, when just about every community had a diner like this one. My childhood diner, Pete's Diner, was next door to the town dump in Foxon, CT. If I lived in the Providence area, the Seaplane Diner would be in my regular rotation. Worth a detour if you are passing through Providence (and if you live in Providence and don't patronize this place, you are missing out).

    Mickey Mouse pancake for kids
    Kelly Z.

    Huge breakfast portions that's affordable and tasty! They give generous and balanced portions of carbs and proteins. What I love is that none of the dishes were greasy or too heavy. Everything was clean and cooked well. We had a big party and our server got our order right down to the T! Overall, the photos speak for themselves. The food is great and the service is welcoming.

    Hasan K.

    Returned after a year for breakfast as we were in the area. A quintessential dinner still picturesque and unchanged. The inside remains original. Back in time and design. A pleasant place. Although a weekday it was full of young and older people. We ordered hearty meals -various eggs, fries and a side order of pancakes. And coffees. The helpings were large and we took some of the food home. Our server, Stephanie, was cheerfully attentive. The bill was very reasonable, under $20 per person. The four stars are for informal eating houses within this category. We will return sooner than later.

    Rose Q.

    Amazing food, amazing service, and amazing decor!! It is a simple and small dinner but definitely better than a lot of restaurants in Boston. Even for a less than $10 pasta, the sauce was very fresh and the pasta was perfectly cooked. I loved their burger as well. The bathroom is very clean. The service is always beyond friendly and fast!! The lady remembered our order from previous time. It is my favorite dinner in New England, and I will always, always, always go back!!

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    Nick C.

    Perfectly warm, fluffy, tasty pancakes. The prices here are so affordable. I got 3 buttermilk pancakes for $8.30 (w/ tax). They were pretty large and had a good thickness. Friendly staff and quick. My pancakes were ready in 4 minutes after ordering.

    Kerrie D.

    Super cool old school diner Tight parking lot but there IS a parking lot Vintage jukeboxes at the tables, they don't work, but are VERY cool Servers are great Great prices A new go to

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    14 years ago

    Decent diner. Food was good, prices are reasonable. Staff was nice.

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    11 years ago

    great breakfast and great lunch...try the red sauce and chicken parm!

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    Amy's Place - Sunday Sandwich (~$10) + Extra Egg ($1.25)

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    4.0(269 reviews)
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    My all time favorite breakfast sandwich place!! Even though I no longer live in Providence, I will…read moreALWAYS make it a point to stop here when I have the chance!! Their iced chai is incredible and the Vermonster (sausage/egg/cheese/hashbrown/maple aioli in a wrap) is what breakfast sandwich dreams are made of. I love going there with a book and sitting in the cozy corner - just make sure you get there early because it is always packed!!

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    4.4(876 reviews)
    0.9 mi•DownCity
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    Went to brunch with cousins, first time here! Parking was easy; street parking is available for…read morecheap and free on the weekend, apparently. There is a pay lot in the back for convenience, and for 2 hours it would have been around $9.00. I ordered breakfast tacos. Delish!! Served with a choice of side. I went with hash browns. Pleasantly surprised to get a mixture of potato hash brown cubes with sweet potato hash brown cubes. The creamy sauce over the tacos was amazing. Loved the avocado. I shared what my table mates ordered as well. I did not have a beverage, however the adult menu looked fantastic. Will def be back to try something! Service was prompt and friendly. Seating was spread out, clean bathrooms, overall great place.

    Food/Drinks: This place has delicious food and is honestly one of the best spots for breakfast. One…read moreof my favorite things here are the boozy flights! Strong, tasty, and have such a good variety. Honestly, they're one of the best parts of the colder weather coming back, just so I can go and have them again. I do wish they had them all year round ! Location: The location has a cozy, casual yet modern. You can definitely come dressed casually, but it's also nice enough to dress up if you want. I've only been here for breakfast, so I'm not sure how dinner is. I would definitely recommend making a reservation since it gets pretty busy. This place is perfect for a chill family time, first date, or just to catch up with friends ! Parking is easy with both street parking and a lot right in front, which makes it super convenient. Service: The service has always been great when I've gone. The servers are friendly, attentive, and get the job done, no complaints there. I'll definitely keep coming back, especially in the wintertime!

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    Ellie's

    4.3(616 reviews)
    1.4 mi•DownCity
    •$$

    I came here as part of Providence Coffee Crawls. I had been here before and loved my experience, so…read moreI was looking forward to visiting again. The first time I came, it was a rainy weekday and this time it was a sunny weekend, so I was expecting an even larger crowd; and my prediction was correct. The line was just out the door but because of their awesome staff, the line was moving very quickly. While we waited in line, we could watch them making pastries through the glass, a couple feet in front of us. I admired that level of transparency. When we were third in line, the kindest lady asked us whether we'd be eating in or taking out and she took down our name to help us find a table when it came time. She did the same for the rest of the people in line. She also gave us some recommendations, including the cinnamon bun - apparently they're so good kids cry when they sell out. I didn't intend to order anything with my drink, but I couldn't get the cinnamon bun out of my head so I ordered it along with my iced spiced chai latte. The hen (I think it's their logo) on the aprons of the employees are super cute. We did secure a table. The tables are close together to maximize the number of people who can sit down but I didn't mind. I love their art all around, mostly of birds which I am obsessed with. I love that they have a lot of natural lighting coming through their tall windows. I also like the navy blue and white theme they have going on. The chai latte was perfect. It was the right color (a dark tan), meaning the ratio of tea and milk was good and I could taste a lot of the spices. The cinnamon bun blew my expectations away. The second my teeth made. contact with the icing, it was a magical feeling. I couldn't quite put my finger on what it tasted like, but the closest I got was dulce de leche. It is truly unlike any other cinnamon bun I have ever had. The dough is soft and there is a good amount of cinnamon. It's also $4 which is not bad. I had a bite of their canelé, which apparently requires a lot of work to make. It was very moist, with a great caramelized finish. I am super excited to try their new weekend dinner menu, but also more of their all day menu items.

    I bought a cinnamon bun ($5) and it was basic. Once you bite it, you realize it is just a brioche…read moredonut with some frosting. There were no cinnamon-butter layers inside it. The frosting was incredible though. That stuff could go on anything. The cinnamon buns at Oak Bakeshop and Whole Foods are much better with those typical gooey layers inside. Also, it was not large in size, anyone can eat it in one sitting. The worker who took my order was very friendly and it is so nice/comfortable inside there.

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    Ellie's - Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!

    Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!

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    Rogue Island Local Kitchen & Bar - Mushroom Po'Boy w/ Whalers Rise APA

    Rogue Island Local Kitchen & Bar

    4.0(774 reviews)
    1.4 mi•DownCity
    •$$
    13 years in business
    Family-owned & operated

    This review has been long overdue. I never even make reviews but Rogue Island is so good that I had…read moreto create a yelp account just so I could share our experiences there. This a local spot, if you know, you know, and if you don't, now you do :) Let me just say that if there is one thing to really focus in on, it's consistency. In today's economy with everything so expensive you sometimes feel like you don't get the best value for money spent. So let me tell you, these guys and girls nail it every single time. First off it's a super cozy spot, perfectly lit with a high end tavern type feel. Service is always prompt and friendly. Ask anyone working and they're happy to help you out. You'll never hear let me get your server. Drinks ! Specialty drafts that are nearly impossible to find anywhere else. Drinks that are so well thought out and properly made. The wife hasn't been able to complain once ;) and that's saying something. The dishes speak for themselves just look at the pics. Who makes sausage cups for dipping ??! This place does. The wife had a watermelon salad here years ago and hasn't stopped talking about it. There is literally something here for everyone and every pallet preference. You have to try their brunch ! It's nice to see a place that really prides itself on what it serves. The wife and I were able to get a sitter and finally have a dinner night and Rogue never disappoints. Getting into the city can be a pain sometimes but it's so worth it coming here. They buy their products from local sources and they're a local business. I love to support it and can't wait to eat here again. For me to take the time to write this is saying a lot but the guys and girls who make this place run, really deserve the recognition. I hope you try them out.

    The service was top tier. Let's start there! Maybe we didn't order quite right but food was just…read moreok. We started with the strawberry rhubarb cornbread. That was really good. Not overly sweet. A little heavier. Then we got the chicken with biscuit. The chicken was corn meal fried and a little dry. The biscuit wasn't flaky but was grilled. The potatoes and eggs were decent. We also got the brioche French toast and that was pretty ok. Nothing overly special but I like that it's farm to table style. Also we got to sit outside and that was nice. Over all 3 stars.

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    CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar - Croque Madame

    CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar

    4.4(78 reviews)
    1.4 mi•Federal Hill
    Free parking
    Large group friendly

    Really nice vibe inside - I love the see-through cookbook/bookcase space that creates both an open…read morekitchen and some privacy for the chefs. Service was friendly & helpful, and the menu offers many delicious sounding options. Food is fast casual style (order at the counter, get a card - here all were west side street signs, not the usual numbered placards, food will be delivered to your table. I had the avocado shakshuka, my husband had the lox omelet (see the photo). Despite the large menu of fancy coffee options, we each had a basic iced. It was served in a glass, which was a nice touch. Self serve milk was at a station in the dining room area. Coffee was good, cold but I would have traded some coffee for a bit more ice to stay that way as I drank it slowly. Both of us were surprised when our meals were delivered: the plates were beaut! In particular his omelet was absolutely gorgeous! Now for the flavors: the omelet had a generous helping of perfect cooked eggs (not sitting in a pile of grease, as restaurant omelets frequently are). It was so fluffy that we both thought "that's way more than the advertised 3 eggs," and the lox was thickly layered whole slices nestled inside the fold. Most places chop the lox like vegetables, add it to the eggs, & make it like a veggie omelet - meh. This iteration was perfect; the lox tasted like smoked salty fish, losing none of that flavor to the omelet itself. The potatoes? Fabulous! Great spice mix, cooked until they were crispy. That was a tasty bit of marble rye toast too. My shakshuka was very good, but a bit less successful. The elements were all excellent; the avocado was actually guacamole since it was mashed & there were tomatoes and spices in the dish. The combination worked, except for the bread element. The dish as presented was really more of an avocado toast with shakshuka on top. It might have been more successful to add the avocado/guacamole as a unique base on the plate, with the tomato sauce and eggs on top with toast on the side (as is the way shakshuka is traditionally served) because halfway through the bread got really soggy & less appetizing. Still, the first few bites, while everything was still warm? So good!

    Super cute restaurant in PVD, there's a parking lot in the back, otherwise street parking…read more You walk in, grab a menu, and then pick any seating you want. After you've decided on what you want to order, you go up to the counter to place your order. After this, they will come to your table with your food/drinks. An efficient process, we just wish this was explained to us when we walked in, the staff was very friendly though! Pretty decent pricing and the food comes out decently fast! My friends got the steak & eggs, which they loved. One of my friends also got a chai latte that she liked. I got the chicken sandwich, which I also enjoyed. Definitely stop by!

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    Seating

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    Raspberry pop tart - special of the day

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    4.3(227 reviews)
    1.1 mi•DownCity
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    Had an amazing anniversary dinner tonight. The ambiance was beautiful and the food was very unique,…read moreespecially the tomatoes and peaches appetizer. Would have never thought a pairing of peaches and tomatoes would go so well together! The whitefish hush puppies were also delicious with the jalapeño sauce. My wife got the half chicken and I got the whole fish, which were both fantastic. To end the night we had the state fair sundae, which was a perfect sweet and savory dessert. Lastly to top the great night the wait staff gave us two bee knees drinks to celebrate our anniversary.

    I love a lot of things about Bayberry Garden. The service, the ambience, the attention to detail,…read morethe gluten free options, & more. I've had some really incredible dishes here & some slightly underwhelming dishes here. Ordered during my last visit: - Midsummer Negroni - Seasonal crudo* - Tomatoes & peaches** - Half chicken*** - Salmon *Fluke with golden berries & allium of some sort. It was remarkably underwhelming. The fish had a strange texture & the dish was completely lacking in flavor. Very bland. The best part was the golden berries. For the price (22 whole dollars) it was a huge let down. **When I saw this combination on the menu, I had to know more. I'm so glad we ordered this! It was delicious, rich yet also light & summery. I would definitely order this again. ***This dish absolutely stole the show. What a wonderful combination of textures & flavors. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. Delicious! The portion size surprised me as well. I will be back! I might stay away from the overpriced raw bar next time. I'm still a fan of Bayberry & think this is a great place to take people when they're visiting from out of town.

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    Entrance

    Bayberry Garden - Griddled goat cheese and toast

    Griddled goat cheese and toast

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