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    The Hot Club

    3.6 (323 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, New American
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE HOT CLUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Juke Box
    Outdoor seating

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    Marisol C.

    I went to The Hot Club for my lunch break. Parking can be tricky but lucky enough I found a parking right next to the place on the street, they do also a parking lot. Everyone was so nice. I was greeted, my order was placed quickly ( it wasn't busy for a Monday lunch break) the fish nuggets taste like fish and the onion rings were nice and crispy. The price is reasonable. Plenty of seating options both outside and inside not to mention the bar. The menu even though not large is well out. The views are beautiful the water, the boats, the hurricane barrier. It does get busy on the weekends. It's a laid back chill spot. I believe they play music on the weekends and of course tv's for sports fans. This was my second time here. I will definitely return again

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    Lauren Z.

    I've only been here once and it was on such a beautiful day. It was so nice to sit outside. Their parking was a little frustrating as they said there a lot was for employees only so we had to park on the street and walk but as long as you can get a spot, it shouldn't be a problem. They have a fair amount of tables outside that are all facing the water and their menu is pretty standard. The people working there were a little less friendly, but overall would totally recommend because everyone was nice enough. The view for just grabbing a quick drink with friends was super nice and everyone that was there was super friendly.

    Diane C.

    What a great place to go on a hot summer day for a couple of cold drinks with some friends.

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    Claudia Z.

    On a gorgeous evening in Providence, hubby & I decided to grab a drink at The Hot Club. The views are awesome! And always fun to people watch (& subtlety eavesdrop). Also amusing to watch the dudes on the boats ogle the girls at the restaurant. Ahhhh... to be in my 20s again! The grilled burger was very good. Nice char on the outside, hubby asked for LTO which were listed as extras but got them for free. Cold drinks at a decent price. Win-win all around!

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    Michelle L.

    Didn't get any food but the drinks were amazing here. Bartenders were so friendly too. The best experience had to have been the outdoor seating, music was playing but not so loud that you can't hear the person next to you. The waterfront view was so relaxing that we just to grab a few drinks!

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    Jasmin B.

    This place was so much fun. The parking situation can be stressful since it's not too far from India point park and it's by the water, but once you find parking you're golden. So this place is more like bar, finger food. You order your food at the bar, and can either sit inside or outside by the water. The prices are amazing! I was shocked for the area how cheap it was AND the food was delicious. It's not a server come to your table type of place it's grab your own food once it's ready and pick a table and grub. I love this setting. It was relaxing, all types of people and the music was very good. We sat outside and by the water. It was an amazing scenery and great vibes. Phoenix who greeted us at the front was so kind. Glad we went and I'll be back!

    Orlee Z.

    The food and service is an A+. The staff is very friendly and eager to give customers an enjoyable experience and the food is delicious. The atmosphere can't be beat. It's on the water and from the bar up is all window so the view is amazing. The bar is a beautiful shade of wood that is so shiny. I was there on a rainy day so I didn't go out on the brick outdoor patio, but I was out there last year and the outdoor seating is gorgeous and also looks out on the water. If you're sitting you feel like you're in the water. My son even proposed to his fiancé here. This is my favorite place to go and it has been for years.

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    Kimberley L.

    Fun place. Came by boat not too much parking. A little loud. Comfortable. Food is good. Staff friendly.

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    Alan B.

    If you're looking for a nice view directly on the water, you've come to the right place! If you're hoping to compliment that view with some good food, you may need to walk on by. We were seated directly facing the Providence River promptly and politely by a masked host, and our masked waitress arrived quickly. So far, so good! Unfortunately the waitress told us their grill was out of commission, so our only choices were fried dishes. Nonetheless we prevailed and ordered: * Fish Nuggets * Clam Roll * Basket of Fries * Stuffed Quahog Actually we didn't order the quahog, but since it came, we tried it. Our comments on the food are: - Fish Nuggets: Very tasty, nice batter, moist fish! - Clam Roll: Terrible, as in did they buy these in the freezer section of a grocery store? They were tough and unappetizing. - Basket of Fries: Very tasty fries, hot and crispy. - Stuffed Quahog: Terrible, dry, almost inedible. I should note they have an abundance of outside seating, both on the water and in the parking lot. They also have seats inside. We mentioned to the waitress that we didn't order the quahog, but it remained on the bill. So I guess the bottom line here is that if you're looking for a nice spot to have a drink, this is a great place. If you're hoping to get some good food, you may be disappointed.

    Burger with bacon, cheese and side of fries
    Naia L.

    Food was good, service was so/so, view outside was nice. Went for lunch, got busy by the time i was leaving. Had to order at bar, given a buzzer and had go pick up own food at food window. No one one came to ask if food ok or if we needed anything. Paid at bar when leaving. I had Caesar salad with chicken; was great, big bowl of salad, chicken was blackened and grilled; had a nice kick of spices. My friend had burger with fries, she liked it. My other friend had chicken tacos, which she thought on menu said spicy, but it wasn't. She said they were ok, nothing special. She had a sangria, came in a small plastic cup; was also ok.

    James M.

    Stop #16 on RI FOOD FIGHTS 11th Annual BIG burger Blowout!!! I ordered a burger with bacon and crumbled blue cheese cooked perfectly delicious and juicy... My bartender Deja took very good care of me... As it is my birthday tomorrow, she snuck me a birthday cupcake, a shot glass and a free drink card to be used in the future (will use for ginger beer!) the first time I was at the Hot Club was about 40 years ago when I was running a club right across the parking lot called the River Café, That's where I hit my bottom... July 27 I will be celebrating 37 years clean and sober... I just celebrated 33 years cigarettes smoke-free January 27...I forgot they served food, and it was quite good... I will definitely return!

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    Delicious (and strong) drinks at a great location! Right along the River, this was a great stop for some afternoon drinks in the sun.

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    The popcorn bin was disgusting my burger bun was stale. The beer was cold but the carbonation seemed off

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    There is not a TV in the patio, just music. There are 7 TVs inside.

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    it's an old building tucked away at the head of the providence river right next to the hurricane barrier.

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    Ellie's - Chocolate croissant

    Ellie's

    4.3(616 reviews)
    0.7 miDownCity
    $$

    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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    Oberlin - Wood-Roasted Basque-Style Cheesecake (~$16)

    Oberlin

    4.2(334 reviews)
    0.7 miDownCity
    $$$

    Ordered: Green Thumb Cocktail (~$13): Lustau Fino Sherry,…read moreRhum JM White Rhum, Cucumber, Lemon, Lavender, Thai Basil, Sea Salt Strawberry El Diablo Cocktail (~$13): Rejon Reposado Tequila, Strawberry Cordial, Lime, Fever Tree Ginger Beer Wood-Roasted Sesame Focaccia (~$12): with Ligurian Olive Oil Raw Scallops (~$22): with cherry blossom mayo, sesame, radish Red Shrimp Quasi Crudo (~$26): lightly roasted with Sardinian olive oil and lemon Carrot & Mascarpone Anolini (~$26): yogurt, sugar kelp, fresh bay leaf, parmigiano Wood-Roasted Basque-Style Cheesecake (~$16): with blueberries & Tuscan olive oil Aya's take: Oberlin was hands down my favorite dining experience on my first trip to Providence! Chef Ben Sukle has received many accolades including being a James Beard Finalist so I knew we were in for a treat. Everything we ordered was so fresh, had a farm-to-table vibe, and felt very intentional. 3 different dishes had 3 different types of olive oil - that's impressive! I was blown away by the Red Shrimp Quasi Crudo. They were slightly sweet, perfectly cooked with a delicate snap, and I still got some of the roasted/grilled flavor. The Raw Scallops were so simple yet so exquisite. This is a must order along with anything on their crudo menu! The Carrot & Mascarpone Anolini was such a unique pasta and was perfectly balanced and delicious. And definitely leave room for dessert because you can't leave here without trying the Wood-Roasted Basque-Style Cheesecake. It's so creamy, borderline custardy, with a beautiful char on top and the delicate blueberries and olive oil that paired so well together. They are really using their wood-fire oven to the max and I'm here for it. What an exceptional meal; highly recommend.

    The good parts: the ambiance is nice, and the food was quite tasty. My partner had the pork ($40)…read morewhich was a whole tenderloin and which he thought was delicious and good quality. My pieces were tasty but a bit fatty (hard to chew). I had the eggplant ravioli which was very rich and tasty ($28) - but so heavily sauced it was hard to tell what was what. The less good parts: the cheap wood chairs are too uncomfortable to sit on very long (I moved to the banquette next to my partner). The food is overpriced. It really needed something with it - bread, potatoes, vegetables, anything. The pork came with a few bitter leaves of a salad. I have a small appetite in general - I usually take home half my food anywhere I go. I looked at the food and said "we are going to have to go to IHOP later" because it was a light snack. The only bread available cost $12. Maybe it's amazing but I just couldn't bring myself to pay $12 for bread on principle. The food took awhile to arrive. Long enough for the server to tell us she was leaving for the night and to get up and order two drinks directly from the bar myself. The servers were nice in a way that felt somewhat forced. We are finding someplace else for dessert. I really liked my espresso martini, and that was within the price range I would expect ($13).

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    The East End

    The East End

    4.2(306 reviews)
    0.2 miFox Point
    $$

    Loooove The East End. Food is always so good, drinks are unique and clever and I love that. I…read morealways share my food when I'm there with friends because the portions can be big and there are so many things I want to try. It's quite dark when you first enter in but that's just part of the vibe. The back patio is my favorite space to sit and chat. Servers are always friendly and attentive. I will definitely be back :)

    Actually pretty good I really was impressed with their full…read morebar. Very good ambience and decor I got a burger, the spicy one with guava sauce. It was actually a very very tasty. My friend got the same and enjoyed his. We also got the nectarine salad which was delicious and the loaded falafel fries which were I got the black cherry cider which was excellent My friend got a cocktail with mezcal called hello Daisy which was excellent The reason I'm knocking off a star is because the burger didn't come with anything, no sides fries etc. the price is pretty high given the quantity quality of food etc. We sat inside and everything was great they have outdoor seating as well. Parking is on the street. Another thing I didn't like is they charge a kitchen fee. No matter it comes out of their tip but I think it's a little bit weird I think this would be a great place to get a drink. The food was very good and on point but given the price point it's a bit on the high Overall I would come back for the bar but not in a rush for the food for the price point

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    Dune Brothers - Lobster Roll

    Dune Brothers

    4.5(490 reviews)
    0.4 miDownCity
    $$

    We really enjoyed this place! My husband, baby, and I came on a weekday afternoon. We were in the…read morearea and we wanted to continue our pursuit of excellent local seafood. We started out with my husband's newfound favorite, the clam cakes. I appreciated the herbiness of the breadcrumbs they were fried in. My husband got the crab roll for his entree, and I did like the bite I was able to sneak of it. I really wanted the lobster roll but that $42 price tag turned me away quickly. Instead I got the fish and chips with pollock for my entree. I am always complaining about portion sizes. Not here, I was only able to finish around 1/3 of it. It is substantial! Not only was it a generous portion, but it was really nicely fried, and I loved the flaky salt on it. My one complaint is the sauces that you pay extra for. I got some piri-piri mayo and garlic aioli. Both of these were absolutely not worth it, grossly lacking in flavor. Don't waste your money on these and stick with ketchup. The staff was friendly, helpful, and as attentive as they could be from inside the food truck. The locale is super cute with a bunch of picnic tables out on a patio. The parking is super limited though so beware. Would definitely recommend!

    We got to Dune Brothers Seafood right when they opened to skip the lines, and there was already a…read moregood crowd gathering! Here is what we tried: Lobster Roll (4.5/5): Super delicious and buttery! At $42, it's definitely pricier than other spots in the area! Cape Shark Fish & Chips (4/5): Had to try these since it's what they're known for! Perfectly crispy and meaty Heirloom Tomato Salad (4/5): Nice and refreshing to have a veggie dish, though it leaned a little on the salty side. Rhode Island Clam Chowder (2.5/5): We tried the clear Rhode Island style for the first time, but it wasn't really for us as it tasted a bit too fishy.

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    Layali Providence - Charcuterie board

    Layali Providence

    4.4(155 reviews)
    0.6 miDownCity
    $$

    I went to Layali with a friend of mine. We got flaming espresso martinis.(I was skeptical since I'm…read morenot the biggest espresso martini person (has to be made right, not too sweet, etc.) I actually really enjoyed this one. The bartender was pretty cool, but the restaurant was busy but service was still great The restaurant itself sits slightly below street level, but is not exactly underground. Rather the restaurant is in the basement of one of the buildings downtown. I recommend Layali for good espresso martinis and order their cocktails

    Food/Drinks: I've been here multiple times, and they have the best martinis. I feel like finding a…read morespot where the martinis are very strong but also extremely tasty is really difficult, and they honestly do an amazing job! I'm also not just talking about their signature martinis with the names. They have different types of martinis and fruity ones as well, and those are just as delicious, maybe even a little better than their signature ones, which always hit the spot regardless. I usually come here to chitchat with friends and catch up for drinks, so I haven't gotten huge meals, but I've heard that the food is delicious, and I definitely will be coming back to try it. I did try their charcuterie board, and it's so delicious and filling, and perfect for picking at a little something while you have your delicious drinks. Location: This location is right in the heart of downtown PVD. This place definitely gives more business casual vibes, but you can definitely dress up to go on a date. If I'm not mistaken, Friday and Saturday nights definitely have more of a club vibe after a certain time, but during the week, I've also gone before, and it's very low-lit, romantic, and honestly perfect for any occasion, especially with the type of drinks they have! Parking can be a little difficult because it's downtown, but you can always try to get street parking with a little walk. I honestly find parking down the street, and it's not that hard. There's also parking you can pay for right on the corners, so there are different ways of finding a place to park. Taking an Uber would be a great idea as well, so you don't have to deal with anything and can drink as much as you want. They do not have valet. Service: The service has always been super friendly and very accommodating. Honestly, all the times that I've gone, they've been very helpful with helping us get seats and just giving us a great experience, even with how busy it gets. This is definitely a spot that I not only recommend to everyone, but it's somewhere that I will continue to go because it's genuinely one of my favorites!

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    Rogue Island Local Kitchen & Bar - House Smoked Pulled Pork Sando

    Rogue Island Local Kitchen & Bar

    4.0(774 reviews)
    0.6 miDownCity
    $$
    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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