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    Andino's

    4.0 (769 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Lasagna Dinner
    Brian G.

    In a sea of endless Italian food on the hill, Andino's can be easily overlooked but not outdone. After trying just about every other spot on Atwells, I can't believe it took me this long to get to Andino's....my mistake! The host seemed surprised to see us despite being right on time for our reservation but we were seated right away after a quick exchange. Our server Erik came right over with a smile and continued to be a consummate professional throughout the evening. I wish I could have him be my server everywhere I go. We started the night with some seasonal cocktails. The spiced pear old fashioned was to die for. Complete with a solitary large cube and balanced flavors it was delicious. Our table had veal parm, linguine and white clam, and lasagna. Each dish was fresh and executed perfectly. It's a garlic lovers paradise but never overpowering, in a way any Nonna would approve. For dessert we split a slice of limoncello cake. The cake was so light and fluffy it was like eating air. Even the frosting was light enough where it didn't feel like we were stuffing ourselves to finish it. It's a smaller place so it gets busy quickly and can be a little loud. I would highly recommended a reservation as I don't think you'd have much luck getting a table on a weekend. There was a bar area with some seats but it's probably not easy to get a seat there either. As the old adage goes, if a restaurant is full all the time there's a good reason why ;)

    Manhattan
    John P.

    Andino's is my favorite Italian restaurant in the Federal Hill neighborhood in Providence. If you haven't been to Providence you have no idea they have some of the best old school Italian anywhere. There is nothing better than grabbing a couple of bar stools and having dinner at the bar. Terry, their fabulous bartender has been making exceptional classic cocktails for 20 years. She makes you feel like you're home from the moment you walk in. Along with their fantastic Italian fare, they have a nice selection of seasonal cocktail recipes. I usually stick with my staple Manhattan when eating Italian so trust me it's one of the best you'll have. Andino's is known for a very healthy pour which is nice given how skinny they get these days. So nice, my friends and call it a kiddie pool. Who doesn't love a heavy pour? Next time you're around Providence, go see Terry at Andino's in Federsl Hill and enjoy a delicious kiddie pool. Salute

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    Frankie G.

    The calamari was cooked just right with a nice crunch not overcooked at all. The portion was way bigger than I was expecting . His is not an appetizer for one person at all. I ordered angel hair pasta and 2 meatballs and 1 hot sausage. The portion was well worth the price. Everything was good but the meatballs need more flavor but other than that it was all good. Maigin was my waitress and she was very helpful and friendly with making sure I had everything I needed. She is an excellent waitress she gets a thumbs up on top of her rating. If you're unfamiliar with Federal Hill they have a beautiful mural of it on the wall. This is a casual ambiance setting here very relaxing and comfortable. This is truly a pillar of Federal Hill a lot of history here.

    Lobster Ravioli Dinner
    Eric V.

    A lady at the Providence Athenaeum recommended this place to us so we gave it a try. We didn't have reservations but were still seated within 2min & treated very well. The place played some Sinatra, had intimate lighting & old pictures up on the wall that went great with the whole wiseguy vibes for lack of better words. The food was all delicious & these were the best fried Calimari that I have ever had. Our server Eric was a total pleasure & really took good care of my wife & I.

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    Anna A.

    Came to Providence RI from Boston while on vacation. Atwells Ave, Federal Hill, was recommended to us by the hotel we were staying at. We stumbled on Andino's and decided to give them a try. There were other options but we made a great choice. The portion size was a lot that we had the leftovers for dinner. Our waitress was great in helping us decide what to order, great service! The place is nice inside .

    Fried Calamari, Baked Stuffed Mushroom

    Andino's had a nice setup for our group. Excellent service! Watermelon sangria with elderflower was delicious. Stuffed mushrooms. RI calamari was spicy with breaded peppers, red marinara on side. I went with everyone's favorite chicken parm. Huge portion! Would recommend!

    Salmon special
    Christina A.

    So a few things has changed since I've last been here for lunch- and I'm disappointed. This has and will still be my favorite restaurant anywhere for lunch or dinner- but we will not be able to go as often . For lunch, there was a 30 percent increase on cost and significantly reduced portions (chicken used to cover the plate) - and now there is a credit card fee on the bill of 5 percent. I totally get it restaurants need to do this to keep up with inflation and stay afloat- I was surprised it was so quiet there during lunch it used to be a very busy spot for lunch. I felt overwhelmed today with increased price, smaller portion and a credit card charge. Food was still amazing and drinks always on point. Service exception so no complaints there.

    Chicken Francaise with Penne
    Jin S.

    I came to Andino's for lunch on the hill and valet was a huge bonus considering it was the weekend, rainy, and busy. They parked my vehicle right away and I was able to get quick service at the bar. They give you complimentary bread with olive oil and balsamic. For an appetizer, I got the fried mozzarella. It came with 4 thick mozzarella triangles and a delicious crispy breading. I would suggest asking for extra marinara sauce on the sauce, it was so good! For an entree, I ordered chicken franchise - a good piece of chicken but the sauce was very thin and too much lemon. My boyfriend's dish stole the show, he got Chicken Parmesan in a pink vodka sauce. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy in the middle with a delicious pink vodka sauce smothered with cheese on top. The pink vodka sauce had a nice creamy texture and great flavor. The restaurant gave throwback Italian vibes - I'll definitely be back!

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    Roberta B.

    This has to be the best Italian restaurant in the world ,it should be in the Guinness book of world records for best food ,no exaggeration ,to the valet parking down to the cannoli is a 10 ,I drive an hour to eat here .i love it ,I can't say enough about this place ,you just have to go ,the food speaks for itself

    Linguini With Clam Sauce Dinner didn't have much flavor. I was disappointed in this dish.

    Food here is pretty solid. And the service staff were clearly well organized and hustling. But we had a bad server. She was friendly but didn't know the menu, didn't know the food, couldn't hear us, and generally unaware. I asked her the different options for the snails and she literally just read the menu to me. Another server saw this and gave me the response I was looking for. When explaining to my son that the dish was hot, she nearly stuck her face in his food. She didn't hear my daughter during her order properly and and responded that it wasn't on the menu until my daughter pointed to it. We ordered sweet tea and she gave us unsweetened since they don't have sweet. She asked a bus girl to water our table and we were fully watered. My watered went empty and she didn't notice when asking my son about the plate being hot Best dish was the snail salad. But we thought it would be hot and not a salad.

    Frank Y.

    The best atmosphere for old school Italian cooking on Federal Hill especially now that Old Canteen is gone. Have been here many times and tried something from pretty much all the major menu categories. My favorite is the seafood dishes as they are fresh and the portions are generous though not so overwhelming they can't be finished in one sitting. Had the Cod Italiano on recent visit which was freshly garnished with olive oil and grilled peppers and tomatoes. Some other favorites include the burrata salad, stuffed mushrooms and any red sauce pasta dish particularly the chicken parm or lasagna. Any pasta is big enough for kids to share with plenty left over; ours loved the fettuccine Alfredo. Highly recommend!

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    This is my favorite place "on the hill". From here he service to the staff. Always world class, highly recommend.

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    We recently visited Pane e Vino in Providence Rhode Island to celebrate my fiancé's father's 85th…read morebirthday, and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. Our server, Dwight, seemed rushed and inattentive throughout the evening. From the start, we felt like an inconvenience rather than welcomed guests. We asked if we could move to a nearby table that was already set for eight, as our current table was cramped and located in a very tight walkway where people constantly brushed past us. We were told the table was reserved, yet from the time we arrived just before 6:00 PM until we left at 8:45 PM, no one was ever seated there. It was frustrating, especially since the cramped space made our dining experience uncomfortable. Service overall was lacking. Dwight rarely checked on us, and when we tried to get his attention for drinks or assistance, he would quickly pass by before we had the chance to ask. It often felt like we were bothering him. We were not offered water, and getting additional beverages was unnecessarily difficult. The food itself was just okay, nothing memorable. When we ordered dessert and cappuccino, the cappuccino tasted like it was made with spoiled milk, but again, no one came back to check on us, so we had no opportunity to address it. The most disappointing moment was the birthday acknowledgment. We asked for a dessert with a candle to celebrate an 85th birthday, and instead received a plate with "Happy Birthday" written in chocolate, a small amount of whipped cream, and a candle. It was underwhelming and, honestly, a bit embarrassing. We would have gladly paid for a proper dessert. Jacob the busser was the only attentive one there. We have come to Pane e Vino every year for family birthdays because we've always enjoyed the atmosphere, but after this experience, we will not be returning.

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