Best Restaurants in Rhode Island
From Federal Hill Italian to Newport seafood â find the best dining in the Ocean State
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â Top-Rated RI Restaurants
Nick's on Broadway
$$$American Bistro · Providence
James Beard Award semifinalist. Known for brunch and farm-to-table dinner.
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The Dorrance
$$$American Fine Dining · Providence
Stunning bank vault conversion. Cocktails, weekend brunch, and dinner.
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Siena Restaurant
$$$Italian · Providence (Federal Hill)
Classic Federal Hill Italian with homemade pasta and an extensive wine list.
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Matunuck Oyster Bar
$$$Seafood · South Kingstown
Farm-to-table oysters grown on-site, ocean views, and incredible fresh fish.
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Flo's Clam Shack
$$Seafood / Casual · Middletown / Newport
Iconic RI seafood shack â clam cakes, chowder, lobster rolls since 1936.
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Cook & Brown Public House
$$$Farm-to-Table · Providence
Seasonal menu sourced from local RI farms, James Beard recognized.
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Mi Guatemala
$Latin American · Providence
Authentic Guatemalan and Mexican cuisine beloved by locals.
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Tallulah's Taqueria
$$Mexican · Providence
Award-winning tacos and burritos with local and seasonal ingredients.
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ð Top Dining Neighborhoods
Federal Hill, Providence
RI's 'Little Italy' â Atwells Ave lined with authentic Italian restaurants, bakeries, and cafés.
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Thayer Street, Providence
College Hill dining strip â diverse, affordable, and perfect for every budget.
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Downtown Providence
Fine dining, rooftop bars, and James Beard-nominated restaurants.
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Newport, RI
Waterfront seafood, farm-to-table, and upscale dining near the mansions.
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East Side, Providence
Boutique restaurants, brunch spots, and cafés in a walkable neighborhood.
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Cranston & Warwick
Suburban dining with family-friendly options, seafood, and great value.
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ð¦ Rhode Island Food Culture
Rhode Island has a unique food culture you won't find anywhere else. Here's what to know before you eat.
Coffee Milk
RI's official state drink â coffee syrup + milk. Del's Lemonade is a close second.
The Cabinet
What RI calls a milkshake (other states call it a frappe). Made with coffee ice cream.
Clam Cakes
Fried dough studded with quahog clams â a uniquely RI summer tradition.
NY System Wieners
Thin hot dogs topped with meat sauce, mustard, onions, and celery salt. Order 'em on the arm.
WaterFire Dining
Providence's famous outdoor fire installation runs springâfall. Book restaurant tables along the riverfront weeks in advance.
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