Providence · Providence County, RI

Food & Drink in Providence

Scout analyzed 86 Providence places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

86

Matches

24

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Scout-verified spots

Rooftop at the Providence G

Downtown Providence

Rooftop at the Providence G

This rooftop bar is suitable for an evening drink and light dinner, offering skyline views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for drinks and snacks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Oberlin

Downtown Providence

Oberlin

Oberlin is a good spot for a dinner date or special occasion, offering small plates and an open kitchen experience. Expect a visit of about 90 minutes with a per-person cost around $75-$125.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$75–$125 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The George on Washington St.

Downtown Providence

The George on Washington St.

The George is suitable for an upscale dinner with a partner or small group, often featuring a piano lounge. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $75-$150 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Mare Rooftop

Wayland

Mare Rooftop

Mare Rooftop is suitable for an evening meal or drinks with a view, perhaps after a local event or as a standalone date night. Expect to spend around $75-$150 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews
$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
White Electric Coffee

Federal Hill

White Electric Coffee

This coffee shop is good for a quick solo coffee stop or a casual meet-up, taking about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry or light meal.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Circe Restaurant & Bar - Providence

Downtown Providence

Circe Restaurant & Bar - Providence

Circe is suitable for an evening meal on a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for New American fare and cocktails, with a visit lasting around 90 minutes.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Bayberry Garden Restaurant

Jewelry District

Bayberry Garden Restaurant

Bayberry Garden is a good choice for a refined meal or brunch, offering seafood and cocktails in a cheerful setting. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $50-120 per person for an enjoyable dining experience.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$120 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Madrid European Bakery and Patisserie

Wayland

Madrid European Bakery and Patisserie

This bakery is a good stop for a quick pastry and coffee, either solo or with family. Expect to spend 20 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Gracie's

Downtown Providence

Gracie's

Gracie's is suitable for a romantic dinner or special celebration, offering upscale American cuisine over a 2-3 hour experience. Expect to spend $100-$250 per person, not including drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$100–$250 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Small Point Café

Downtown Providence

Small Point Café

This cafe is good for a casual solo stop or a light meal with friends, offering coffee and sandwiches. Expect to spend about 45 minutes and $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Coffee Exchange

Fox Point

Coffee Exchange

Coffee Exchange is a good stop for a casual coffee or tea, with options to sit indoors or outdoors. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for a drink and a light bite, and plan for a visit lasting about 30 minutes, perhaps longer if enjoying the outdoor seating.

FoodShoppingOutdoors
$5–$10 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Topgolf Rhode Island

Food & Drink

Topgolf Rhode Island

Topgolf is a fun, active outing that combines golf, food, and drinks, suitable for groups or families. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $40-80 per person, factoring in bay rental and refreshments.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Dave's Coffee

Food & Drink

Dave's Coffee

Dave's Coffee is a casual spot for a quick coffee and snack, ideal for a solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Coffee Connection Providence

Downtown Providence

Coffee Connection Providence

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop to grab a drink and a bite, especially if you're exploring downtown Providence. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Cafe Italia

Federal Hill

Cafe Italia

Cafe Italia is a casual spot for a quick bite or coffee, ideal for a solo visit or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
CAV Restaurant

Jewelry District

CAV Restaurant

CAV is good for an upscale dinner or cocktails, often with live music, and could be a main event for a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend $50-100 per person over 1.5-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Brown Bee Coffee

Fox Point

Brown Bee Coffee

Brown Bee Coffee is good for a casual solo or small group visit, pairing well with a walk in the neighborhood. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodRelaxedQuiet
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Los Andes

Elmhurst

Los Andes

Los Andes is a good spot for a dinner outing, especially for special occasions or a nice date. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person for creative Peruvian dishes and cocktails.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Cafe Zara & Coffee House

Watchemoket Square His. Dist.

Cafe Zara & Coffee House

This cafe is suitable for a quick breakfast, lunch, or coffee break, typically lasting under an hour. Expect to spend $10-20 per person on a meal and a drink.

FoodRelaxedQuiet
$10–$20 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Capital Grille

Downtown Providence

The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille is a good choice for an upscale dinner or special occasion, offering a classic steakhouse experience. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $100-$250 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$100–$250 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Ellie's

Downtown Providence

Ellie's

Ellie's is a great spot for a relaxed breakfast or lunch, especially if you're looking for French pastries or light fare. Plan for a 1-hour visit and expect to spend $15-35 per person, perfect as a stop before or after exploring downtown shops.

FoodShoppingViews
$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Slow Rhode

Federal Hill

The Slow Rhode

The Slow Rhode is a casual-chic spot for New American-Southern small plates and cocktails, suitable for an evening date night or a casual dinner with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
New Rivers

Downtown Providence

New Rivers

New Rivers is an upscale bistro perfect for a special dinner, offering locally sourced American food and a unique wine list. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Hemenway's Restaurant

Downtown Providence

Hemenway's Restaurant

Hemenway's is a fine dining seafood restaurant ideal for an upscale evening meal with river views, typically lasting about 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $75-$150 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 27 of the 86 analyzed Providence places fit food & drink.
  • 4% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 4% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Upscale, Social, Romantic, Quiet, Scenic.

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