Restaurants

Hemenway’s Restaurant

Local seafood & noted wine list in an airy dining room with a wall of windows alongside the river.

121 S Main St, Providence, RI 02903

Phone: (401) 351-8570 | Web: hemenwaysrestaurant.com

Nicks On Broadway

Imaginative seasonal New American bistro with open kitchen & casual vibe earns buzz among foodies.

500 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909

Phone: (401) 421-0286 | Web:nicksonbroadway.com

Mills Tavern

Upscale eatery in a historic building with seasonal steak & seafood dishes & an extensive wine list.

101 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903

Phone: (401) 272-3331 | Web: millstavernrestaurant.com

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Gracie’s

Cozy spot for upscale, locally sourced New American cuisine, with fixed-price menu options.

194 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903

CAV Restaurant

An eatery/antique shop featuring an upscale global menu, a historic bar & music.

14 Imperial Pl, Providence, RI 02903

Los Andes

Creative Peruvian & Bolivian seafood & meat dishes, plus cocktails, in a relaxed, unassuming space.

903 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908

Andino’s Italian Restaurant

Murals, tile & moody lighting set the scene for traditional Italian fare made from family recipes. 171 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903

Troop

Chill hangout with funky decor for eclectic street food fare & cheekily named craft cocktails. 60 Valley Street, Providence, RI 02909

Red Stripe

This bustling, stylish brasserie features upscale American fare with a French accent.

465 Angell Street, Providence, RI 02906

Cafe Nuovo

Global dishes artfully presented in an elegant waterfront space with big wine list & outdoor dining. One Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903

Parkside Rotisserie & Bar

Rotisserie birds & bistro staples, plus a long wine list & cocktails, in a cozy, chic setting.

76 S Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

Apr 9

WaterFire

WaterFire’s over eighty sparkling bonfires, the fragrant scent of aromatic wood smoke, the flickering firelight on the arched bridges, the silhouettes of the fire-tenders passing by the flames, the torch-lit vessels traveling down the river, and the enchanting music from around the world engage all the senses and emotions of those who stroll the paths of Waterplace Park. Learn more at waterfire.org.

Jun 4

Festival of Historic Houses

Providence Preservation Society presents the 40th Festival of Historic Houses. The self-guided tour explores homes and gardens along the crest of College Hill on Keene Street and Lloyd Avenue. Houses began appearing in this area in the 1850s, by the 1870s, Second Empire and Italianate houses dotted the streets. The 1880s and 1890s building boom brought the neighborhood a blend of comfortably sized and detail rich Queen Anne and Colonial Revival Houses. Learn more at visitrhodeisland.com.

Jun 18

Rhode Island PrideFest and Parade

Rhode Island’s Annual PrideFest Celebration & Illuminated Night Parade will be held in beautiful Downtown Providence. Beginning at noon gates open at the new Providence Innovation District Park with access to over 250 nonprofit organizations, businesses, and food vendors. Venture down to our main stage, providing entertainment for festival-goers all day with a variety of local, regional, and national acts. Learn more at prideri.org.

Jul 3

Providence Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks

Family fun, live entertainment and a fireworks display are to take place for the first time in three years on July 3! The event is free and open to the public. The main stage kicks off at 7 p.m. with a live performance show curated by local artist Becky Bass, a renowned vocalist, steel drummer, and