Wanted something different tonight and found Mamajuana. This place is festive and welcoming. Our…read morewaiter recommended the sangria. I normally don't order that because honestly it is usually served watered down. This sangria had oranges, apples, cherries and strawberries, it was refreshing and absolutely delicious. I would honestly say that you should visit here just for the sangria alone. After the sangria it only got better. We have the chimi sliders for an apps - we'll make son order s them for himself but they were so good that we may have forced him to share. I had the octopus salad, loved it. My husband had the charrasco and loved it the mamajuana burger was devoured before I realized it and the crispy chicken was also a hit All in all this place delivered on every level.

I live right down the street from here so one day a friend and I wanted to check it out. I wasn't…read moredisappointed but I probably wouldn't come back too often. We both ordered the Mofongo and I found it to be dry and kind of tough which was a turn off but the margaritas tasted good and the owner came at the end with a shot of a house alcohol that was so good, I would of came back just for that. I would suggest trying it out, it could be better and maybe it just doesn't tickle my fancy but it might complete you. LOL

We normally go to The George for their excellent Sunday brunch but hubby received a facebook…read morenotification that they also did a Monday night special & he wanted to try it out! Monday Dinner Special for Two: $55.99 - Pasta Fagioli & House Salad - Choice of Entree (see photo for descriptions): 1) Braised Short Rib 2) Statler Chicken Breast 3) Baked Scallops 4) Veal Marsala 5) Lobster & Shrimp Scampi 6) Sirloin Steak - Bottle of Wine Soup & salad were delicious & right-sized for the meal. Hubby opted for the Sirloin Steak & I went with the Scampi. Both meals were delicious, thoughtfully prepared & a great value. I am definitely getting the steak next time! The space is gorgeous & decked out for the 250th anniversary of our country. It was a wonderful combination of great food, a relaxed atmosphere & outstanding hospitality! Highly recommend. NOM NOM NOM #YUM

We have been meaning to try this place before going to the theater, which we finally did. As we…read morewere going to share appetizers we were seated in the bar area. The more formal dining area is in a separate space. The place has a conservative old fashioned vibe with dark paneling, well spaced seating with comfortable chairs (a plus indeed!) and although full allowed for easy conversation (another plus). Our server, Jodie, was cheerful, attentive and efficient. The piano player starts later which on this occasion suited us fine. We ordered drinks to start with: a Hakuna Mojito (in recognition of the Lion King where we were headed to next) for my wife and a glass of Pinot Noir from Elkton Oregon - all which suited both of us. We also had a large bottle of Pellegrino to wash it all down. A delicious Burrata, bacon wrapped scallops, well done crispy fries done just right, and a dish of Rabe and White Beans. The last is something that I would not have ordered but we decided to try it - I was pleasantly surprised and impressed by it. A dish worth having. I had to end up with a decent espresso. The check came to $122, paying with a credit card for the two of us, a little more than I expected but well worth it. We left our server a tip of some 24%. The meal and food might be worth five stars. We will see how it goes for subsequent visits. The restaurant is now on our radar and we will be back and also recommend it to friends.

You might already know this place from the Rhode Island pub scene but did you know they're also…read moreserving some of the best Portuguese food in the state? We were absolutely blown away by the quality and taste of all of their dishes -- everything was packed with authentic, bold flavors that had us savoring every bite. Here's what we ordered: - Steamed little necks and linguica in tomato sauce - Stuffies - Calamari with hot peppers - Shrimp Mozambique - Pan seared scallops in a lemon garlic parsley butter sauce - Grilled octopus with roasted sweet potatoes and garlic toast - Margarita flight - Espresso martini Our personal favorites were the grilled octopus and the steamed little necks but we honestly loved everything we tried! To top it all off, the service was outstanding. Tyler, the manager, was so welcoming and gave us some incredible recommendations. You can really feel how much the team cares about what they're creating, and that passion shines through in every dish and every interaction. Berta, the owner, is doing something truly special here, and this is definitely a spot you need to check out!

Stopped in for lunch during the week. They have a small parking area next to the building that will…read morehold about a dozen vehicles. Otherwise it's free, on-street parking in the surrounding neighborhood or main road. The 'pull' door (not automatic) is at ground level and once in the vestibule, there is a ramp up into the restaurant and steps up into the bar area. We sat at a high top in the bar area. Two dining rooms have wooden tables and chairs, mostly in a four-top size. The bar area has a high, vaulted ceiling and the two ceiling fans are a large baseball in a glove. Cute. Walls are real wood paneled on the bottom 2/3 and painted cream at the top 1/3 with dark wood floors. Everything looked nice and clean and cozy. High-tops in the bar area each had bag hooks under the table top which I love. Our waitress was the bartender. The bar was about half full and there were maybe two other tables in the restaurant. She brought over place mats, flatware and menu's and took our drink order. The menu is large and includes sandwiches, burgers, steaks, apps, soups and salads, plus. It's pretty big. We had a good amount of time to review all the menu options, plus the 'specials' menu she left with us. We both chose steak based entrées. A table top sign lists some seasonal adult beverages available and the menu includes other bar selections. Food was brought out by a kitchen employee. I think it may have been the cook/chef. It took a while for the food to come out of the kitchen and I suspect it's bare bones staff during the week. They were very friendly and asked if we needed anything else. The waitress also stopped by after several minutes to check in with us. The steak was tender however those knives need to be replaced. Because it was hard to cut, I thought the steak would be 'tough', but it was very nice. The fries are excellent. I did enjoy those. Mashed potatoes appear to be 'real' (not reconstituted flakes). My steak was a bit undercooked but I only ate about half. I concentrated on cutting the outer bits which left the center a perfect temp for reheating at home. It heated up quite well and was still tender. So in the end, it worked in my favor. Although I'm not sure how they fry the egg on top of the Portuguese steak, it was fluffy and had a nice soft yolk. (I could have sent the steak back to be re-fired if I was unhappy, but knew I'd probably not eat it all, so again, it worked in my favor) Gendered restrooms are off the bar area. Ladies has two small stalls with no gaps at the edges. Thumbs up for that. Men's room has a stall and a urinal (I asked, didn't look). Not sure about another comment on here regarding 'no lock' on the men's room. The stall has a lock. If you need privacy, use that. Each restroom is too small for a changing table. I asked about the parking situation as the lot is not big enough to accommodate all the tables and after talking about on-street parking options was told on the weekends (Friday - Sunday) it's a full house. So do plan some time to find parking. I'm not sure they take reservations though and the vestibule has only one seat that I noticed for waiting. Food quality is good. Service is friendly. Full bar. Big menu. Clean restrooms. Only the parking situation is possibly problematic and that's really a state of mind. Desfrute da sua refeição!

Enjoyed dinner tonight at Tavolo. Started with the Beet salad which we shared. Yum. Dinner was…read morestuffed Cod and Salmon. We would order both again. Gelato for dessert. Our server was friendly and attentive. Service was prompt. Restaurant was comfy casual. The only comment was the drink I ordered was very weak. I think they forgot the gin. I didn't complain just a comment. Will definitely go back. Prices, food quality and service all great!

Tried Tavolo with a Groupon and had mixed feelings. The service was a bright spot--our host and…read morewaitress were both attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere and seating were genuinely nice. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite match the experience. The lasagna was too salty, likely from the sausage and sauce combination overpowering the dish. The swordfish was okay but overly seasoned and slightly overcooked, which took away from what should have been a delicate, flaky piece of fish. Worth a visit for the ambiance and service, but the kitchen has some room to dial back the seasoning and pay closer attention to cook times.

I attended the Sunday jazz featuring saxophonist Elon Trotman. It was beyond FABULOUS!!! I don't…read moreventure into Providence as often as I used to...pre Washington Bridge mess. The staff were soooo wonderful, helpful & courteous. The whole experience was very, very laid back & comfortable. The saxophonist is someone I follow year round, to MVYD & Boston....and anywhere else I can catch a performance. And the unexpected bonus of a DEEEELICIOUS buffet...omgoodness! Food was amaazing. I WILL be going again. And bringing friends!!!!

A good place to chill out and listen to really good hip hop ( 90s-present). The vibe is relaxed…read more Food: We ordered wings and I enjoyed them. Service: good. The bartender was our server. Atmosphere: neighborhood spot where almost everybody knows somebody. Looks like a good spot to make new friends. I will be back for my lemon pepper wings and some Biggie!

Staying in Providence for work. Had to take uber to CVS and found this place nearby. This…read moreplace is very chill. Bartender Sam Jr was nice and welcoming. While this may be a neighborhood bar you should come to try it and they will treat you Give them a try!

Your service charge is terrible for $1.99. $4.95 for the delivery charge and then tax and tip.read more