Chomp is one of those Providence restaurants that I keep finding myself coming back to, even after…read moretelling myself I should probably try something else on the menu. I've eaten my way through quite a few things here over the years, and while there are plenty of good choices, I keep coming back to the Smokey and the Bandit smash burger. At this point, I probably know what I'm ordering before I even sit down. There's just something about that combination that keeps winning. The food here is consistently good. Everything I've had has been fresh, hot, and full of flavor, and the kitchen seems to have that part figured out without making a big production of it. The menu has enough variety that you can come in with different appetites and still find something you want, but it doesn't feel like one of those places with a menu the size of a small novel where you need twenty minutes just to decide what you're looking at. The beer selection is another reason I enjoy Chomp. There's enough variety to make choosing a beer part of the experience rather than simply grabbing whatever happens to be on tap. Prices are also pretty reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, which is increasingly something I notice because restaurant prices have a funny way of creeping upward when you're not paying attention. The location is another part of the appeal. Chomp sits in a great little part of Providence where you can easily make an evening out of being in the neighborhood. There are plenty of other restaurants, shops, and places to wander around nearby, so it doesn't feel like you're making a special trip just to eat and then immediately getting back in the car. Tonight, though, I have to give a special shout-out to Bella, who was our server. She was outstanding. Friendly, personable, attentive without hovering, and genuinely helpful. She suggested adding bacon to my Smokey and the Bandit, which I probably wouldn't have thought to do on my own. I'm very glad she mentioned it because it was an excellent call. Sometimes the best recommendations are the simple ones, and she nailed it. One piece of advice if you're planning on coming here: make a reservation if you can. Chomp can fill up quickly, and given how good the food is, that really shouldn't come as much of a surprise. It's the kind of restaurant where people come back because they already know they're going to have a good meal, and I'm certainly part of that group. Five stars from me. Great food, good beer, reasonable prices, a fantastic Providence location, and genuinely good service. I've tried enough of the menu over the years to know that Chomp has plenty of options, but apparently I'm still incapable of walking through the door without ordering that Smokey and the Bandit. Add Bella's bacon recommendation to the list of reasons I'm going to keep coming back.

After reading the stellar reviews, we decided to try CHOMP Kitchen and Drinks on Mother's Day…read more Since it was late, we ordered dinner to go. We both ordered the Classic Smash Burger, one with cheese and one without. Unfortunately, both burgers were utterly tasteless, with virtually no seasoning detected at all. The Chomp Sauce that was supposed to elevate the burger was so sparse it barely made an appearance, leaving the burgers bland. Honestly, the bun was the best part. The brussel sprouts I ordered also lacked flavor and seasoning aside from the char, and his Cajun fries were so salty they were nearly inedible. After driving from Massachusetts to Rhode Island as a special Mother's Day treat, it ended up being a very disappointing experience, especially given the overwhelmingly positive reviews. We may have caught them on an unusually busy night, but unfortunately our meals fell far short of our expectations.

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 :)

We decided to have an early meal during half price Appy Hour at the restaurant - it was our first…read moretime to do so. We have been here on several occasions but at later hours. Sometimes we sit outside on the back patio, but it was too sunny there so we sat at a table in the dark bar area - also a first time for us. The high top has comfortable padded seats. K had a glass of sparkling Domaine St Vincent and I a Narragansett beer. She also had an order of deviled eggs. We shared a dozen oysters which were small but tasty at $2 each. I had a good burger (also half priced) and crispy fries done just right. Our server, Sarah L, was very pleasant and attentive. The check came to $67 before the tip. It was an enjoyable meal and as the place was half full conversation was easy. We will return, perhaps again for another early meal if that works out.

We went for date night and had so much fun we even shared a milkshake at the end. Food was…read moremarvelous and our waiter was attentive but not intrusive. We will definitely be back next time we go into Providence.

Always spot on at Harry's on Main. This is my favorite location...the OG…read more I ordered the Black Pastrami burger and the MOAB...my two faves. Definitely the best smash burgers around. The flavor or the burgers are amazing and they are perfectly proportioned. The buns are super soft, like biting into a marshmallow. I've been coming to this location for over 10 years and it is just as good now as it was then. Keep them coming!

The bar at Track 15 is absolutely amazing. The bartenders are seasoned, Professional, old enough to…read moreknow better but young enough to be able to make a proper cocktail. What a great way to complement the many food choices in this food hall. Next time in Providence, this is a must make.

I was so obsessed with last minute planning for New England seafood that I forgot to eat back in…read moreNew Jersey. So it was magical to visit Dune Brothers and start with the largest-ever bowl of Rhode Island clam chowder. The broth was a magical New England elixir and the bivalves were abundant. Up next was the stunning fish sandwich. The accompaniments including pickles and cole slaw were great and the fish itself was superb (pollock on this occasion, I think they mix it up).

Fine dining done right! I can tell how much attention was put into everything we ate. We went w 2…read morecharcuterie meats as an app and I went w the monkfish as a main course. While not an immense amount of food, it was perfect as I'd eaten a couple hours earlier. Regardless, it was delicious- the best part may have been the veggies! Half chicken and sea bass were also delicious. I haven't even mentioned service and vibes, which were great.

Delicious! I was surprised by how busy it was on a Wednesday night, but we were able to get seats…read moreat the bar right away. It shows that they have some loyal customers though! For drinks, we tried a few cocktails and they were yummy! We started with the cheese plate and the spring toast. The cheese plate had these vanilla pickled grapes that were super interesting and nothing I had ever had before. The spring toast was also perfectly balanced. We also tried the carrot soup which was rich and creamy. The gnochetti was probably our favorite part of the meal - it reminded me of a richer version of the spring toast actually. Lastly, the steak was also seasoned well with crispy potatoes to go with it. The steak was a little overcooked from my request of medium rare, but that was the biggest miss of the night, which was minor. The service was also great. The bartender was clearly very busy and was still attentive and prompt. Overall, a great meal and we will definitely be back (probably with a reservation)!

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.

Saturday night, jam packed with people. Make a reservation! Sat on patio and enjoyed the water…read moreview. Dinners were outstanding, drinks were perfect. Birthday dinner, so our friend got a cute card signed by the staff and a candle in a complimentary dessert, Tahini Semifreddo . (raspberry coulis, candied sesame, chocolate magic shell). It was very good But the star of dinner was the Salted Caramel Sundae Salted caramel gelato, whipped espresso, pecans, cracker jill. OMG! I'm going back just for the apps and that dessert. Newport Restaurant Group gets it right every time. I am an Ironworks/Avvio groupie but now adding this restaurant to my rotation. Service was fantastic, I wish I remembered our server's name but he was great. S/O to the Manager, who was also fantastic, I saw him clearing glasses, adjusting tables, interacting with service people and asking if they were okay (as a former rest.owner, this is huge!) and talking with customers. Bravo Sir. You were noticed and appreciated.

Highly recommend the chicken wings which are very crispy with a nice teriyaki flavor and kimchi…read more Crab cakes delicious but tiny and there's only 3 - about the size of a golf ball. Loved the green tea mojito. Got the cod and hen suego for entrees. Cod in delicious sauces but small in portion size. Hen suego was filling and hearty - not a very common dish so I'd ask your waiter about it. Ours was very helpful in helping us choose our dishes. One of our favorite places scenery wise. We ate outside just before sunset and you sit right above the Seekonk river. Great place for a summer dinner out.

This is the third time I have visited Amaryllis and I keep going back for the same reason- the food…read moreis spectacular. The menu rotates with a few constants, and the food is always flavorful and delicious. Today we had the spreads plate, which was a great starter, followed by the grilled octopus and the chicken thighs; all the food is so unique and nothing like anything else I have had in Providence. We finished the night off with the olive oil cake and vanilla gelato, a menu staple and my favorite! Besides the food, the ambiance is great and depending on where you sit you can watch your food being cooked which is cool! The service is great, and the restaurant is BYOB or you can purchase wine from the store next door. Overall, if you haven't tried Amaryllis yet you should go immediately because you'll regret not going sooner!

We had a lovely dinner at Amaryllis. They are BYOB and I appreciate that they tell you this when…read moreyou DM them on IG to make a reservation. They partner with the wineshop next door so you can grab a chilled bottle ahead of your dinner. The bistro tables are so cute and love the bistro lights over Westminster. The seating does feel very weather dependent as the interior looked very small without the patio. The menu is small, but highlights some great seasonal options. Plenty of vegetarian dishes with some meat thrown in. The highlight for me was the cheeseboard. I'm not usually the type to order a cheeseboard, but this one did not disappoint. It had a great variety of cheese and the dark chocolate with honey was some of the best chocolate I've ever had. We got the pea pasta for a main and the pasta was perfectly done, the sauce wasn't super flavorful for me. So I'd probably stick to other dishes off their Summer menu. For dessert I'm a sucker for an olive oil cake and couldn't let this one pass me by. It was excellent! If you are into olive oil cake I highly recommend it. We also got the peach galette which was quite tasty as well. Overall a lovely spot where you can tell people care about the artistry of every plate that heads out the door.