We’ve teamed up with Eat Drink RI to bring you the best food & beverage information in Rhode Island.
Our state may be small, but the food scene is ever-expanding. These are some of our favorite hidden gems that you may have overlooked – but should definitely visit.
Lindy’s Tavern
82 School Street
Forestdale, RI 02824
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This place is as unpretentious as they come. The Bloody Marys and Mai Tais are strong and delicious, and the fried seafood is the best around. Order the Seafood Triple and ask for the fish beer-battered.
Celestial Café
Oak Harbor Village
567 S County Trail
Exeter, RI 02822
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This farm-to-table spot serves up some delicious local fare in South County. Order the Clam Chowda or the Royal Street Jambalaya. Once a month they host a five-course farm dinner that is very reasonably priced.
The Cafe at Easy Entertaining
166 Valley Street
Providence, RI 02909
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Easy Entertaining was solely a catering company, until the cafe opened in 2012. They serve locally sourced breakfast and lunch 5 days a week, and host various dinners and events throughout the year. The grilled pizzas are delicious, and the staff really makes you feel at home.
Phillips Street Restaurant
51 N Philips Street
East Providence, RI 02914
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Located in the basement of the Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of RI, Phillips Street serves up some of the best authentic Portuguese cuisine around. Start with the Calamari, and then order the Shrimp Mozambique or the Bitoque.
The Big Cheese & Pub
606 Reservoir Ave
Cranston, RI 02910
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You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu at The Big Cheese. The pizzas are delicious, the calzones are huge, and the atmosphere really takes you back. The Chicken Noodle Soup is made from scratch and can cure whatever’s ailing you.
Eat Drink RI Festival | April 30 - May 3
Showcasing the best of the ever-expanding Rhode Island culinary scene, the fourth annual, all-local Eat Drink RI Festival returns Thursday, April 30th through Sunday, May 3rd.For more information about the Eat Drink RI Festival or to purchase tickets, please visit eatdrinkri.com/festival, on Facebook at facebook.com/eatdrinkri.
