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    Bistro Locale

    4.6 (26 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Tacos - fish and carnitas
    Mary K.

    I really wanted to love it here, it was good but not great. We've come here before when it was Nathaniel's and Bistro Locale kept pretty much the same interior and decor which was pretty swanky with a few added touches of their own. Plenty of lot parking.We got there for a Tuesday night and it was completely empty. We sat at the bar and there were probably only two other tables seated the entire time we were there. The bartender was very sweet and accommodating but there was def some confusion on the wine choices available - she said things were moved around on her so my friend settled with what they have ready available. The things we really enjoyed were the nachos and the desserts. The entrees were just ok. I would def give this another shot as we enjoyed the atmosphere and I think this would be a great after work spot.

    Carnitas Benny
    Malida K.

    Decor hasn't changed too much from when it was Nathaniel's Bistro. Seating is very comfy. On the menu, under coffee, it says to ask what the flavors are for the daily brew. When I did this, my server didn't seem to understand my question and pointed me to the specialty coffee drinks (lattes, etc.) instead. After trying to clarify twice, I gave up and just went for the more expensive dulce de leche latte, which wasn't as sweet as I was expecting but still sweeter than I actually wanted. For my brunch, I ordered the cheese biscuits that I believe came with barbacoa. This was very tasty. Although, I did notice that the server didn't ask me how I wanted my egg that comes with it. It seemed to have defaulted to over-easy even though the menu says "egg your way". Oh well. That's what I would've wanted anyway. My dining partner ordered the hot daily brew coffee, which was noticeably bitter. And the carnitas Benny. He enjoyed it. I thought it was just ok. He also asked for Tabasco and didn't get any hot sauce until near the end of his meal and it ended up being a green cholula sauce. Most of the menu items were $15, which is a bit steep for breakfast but not crazy for brunch. I would definitely order the cheddar biscuit and birria again. Maybe I should try their Bloody Mary. Will wait a few months to give them more time to settle in. Service was ultimately the downfall for us this morning and seemed apparent it was from lack of experience.

    DodiB B.

    The Lincoln RI location has a beautiful, modern and vibrant atmosphere with great appointments. Beautiful chairs, lighting and tables. The food is A+ flavorful, although they didn't have enough staff to serve, our server was excellent. Took time to make us feel comfortable and welcomed. Can't wait to try the new dinner menu soon.

    Hangover skillet
    Jenn H.

    I immediately loved the decor and friendly atmosphere of this place! The menu had a terrific selection and I had difficulty choosing what to order. I decided on the hangover skillet which had 2 eggs (I did poached), chorizo, homefries, avocado, and cheese. I love this type of breakfast and this version was warm and satisfying. All the servers were so welcoming. They asked if it was my first time and said I should come back to try the Cuban sandwich (how did they know I love them!?). I was surprised it wasn't much more crowded. I didn't mind because I had a workshop to attend and was on a schedule. I will be coming back in the area within the next week and plan to have some lunch here.

    Julie F.

    Went here with some coworkers on a Thursday night, nice atmosphere, attentive service without feeling crowded. Ordered 3 kinds of tacos & a margarita, allll delicious! Will definitely need to make this a regular thing!

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    Brad H.

    Exccccceellllentttttt food and service. Awesome spicy Bloody Mary's and food packed with flavor. Our waitress Nancy was super sweet and on top of everything. Came here to celebrate a job-well-done after a 4 day job from NH to Boston to RI and it was the perfect capper. The ambiance and vibe here is really great.

    Fantastic margaritas

    Margaritas were amazing and had muddled fresh fruit options. Excellent chips, guacamole, and house salsa. Had the street corn and steak a la parilla which was very good. Would 100% go back.

    Huevos Rancheros with homemade tortillas, hot sauce and carnitas

    My friend and I have a breakfast date here every week and we love it! The coffee is great, an oddly rare thing in breakfast joints in the area, the food is very fresh with lots of homemade components, from sauces to the carnitas and tortillas that make all the difference. This is a rare gem that should really undersells itself by listing itself as a breakfast place. The menu may focus on breakfast and lunch foods but the kind of fresh good foods they serve could be enjoyed any time of day. We have tried and loved many dishes from Bistro Locale but in the pictures here I have featured a recent favorite, the Huevos Rancheros. Give this place a try if you are in the Smithfield/Lincoln area!

    Costillitas (Beef Short Rib in Gravy with grilled Summer Squash and Pickled Red Onions)

    Visited on a Friday night around 6pm. Was warmly welcomed and immediately seated at a very comfortable table. Inside is nicely decorated with a seating area and separate bar area. The waitress was attentive and very nice. The food was Mexican, but more of an upscale / home cooked type meal. Not what you'd typically think of at a Mexican restaurant. It was all very good and the drink my wife had was delicious. Prices were very reasonable. We will definitely be back.

    Carne asada

    Great service, good food and drinks! Nice ambiance with plenty of room- highly recommend for folks to come check it out

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    Love it! Great food and beautiful restaurant. A hidden gem. Food was awesome and place is clean. Will be back!

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    Excellent food, service and decor is unique. Adventurous menus. Tried the Monte Christo which was amazing. Loved it!

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    Your Mothers Favorite Breakfast Place

    Your Mothers Favorite Breakfast Place

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    We finished up the RI Food Fights #BestBurgerRI challenge strong with a visit to Your Mother's…read moreFavorite Breakfast Place in Manville! When trying out a new restaurant, we have little to no expectations but we go with an empty stomach & open mind. I had to look up Manville in Google maps - it's half way between Cumberland & Woonsocket. The restaurant is an unassuming storefront on a mostly residential street. We walked in & were greeted warmly. The restaurant was hopping on a late Saturday morning, so we took the two open seats at the counter. Your Mother's Favorite is truly a family affair. Dad is in the kitchen with an uncle & a son, mom is running the front of house with another son & some other relatives. We learned that this restaurant is an offshoot of their Sunnyside on the Street food truck. They offered any 1/2 lb brisket/chuck blend burger on a brioche bun for the RI Food Fights coupons. Upon recommendation of the son who was serving us at the counter, I went with their best seller: The Mother In Law - caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, house made sauce. It was SOOOO good! The burger was perfectly cooked with a ton of delicious caramelized onions & ooey gooey melted cheese holding it all together. Hubby opted for The Hot Mom - pepper jack cheese, red onion & house-made mango habanero sauce. He will order anything that will give his taste buds a kick... & this definitely kicked! For me, the sauce was too hot. For hubby, it was definitely HOT but he couldn't get enough! I've never seen a man eat a burger that fast! LOL Hubby was so excited about the mango habanero sauce that the dad/owner came out of the kitchen to discuss creating it. He also provided us with a small container to bring home to enjoy & shared the recipe. I was in the mood for something a little sweet & ordered one slice of the French toast. It was delicious. They also do a deep fried French toast which is something I will order the next time. We got into a nice conversation with the table next to the counter. The couple were fans of the family's original food truck & are repeat customers of Your Mother's Favorite. They were also fans of RI Food Fights - especially the January #LordOfTheWings. We concur! We ogled the other delicious breakfast dishes being delivered to customers. Hubby wants to try both the Huevos Rancheros & the Biscuits with Gravy. Their pancakes are supposed to be out of this world but I will be hard pressed not to order The Mother In Law again! Even though it was very busy, the family made time to chat with us & answer questions about the restaurant & menu. We loved everything about Your Mother's Favorite & can't wait for a return visit! NOM NOM NOM

    I wanted to love this place because the people were no nice and welcoming! (It was a quaint, clean…read morelittle place with a few parking spots.) But the home fries are terrible. Frozen potatoes with no seasoning. Change up your home fries! Fried french toast? It was not as interesting as expected. Plus they forgot the powdered sugar on two order of french toast.

    Patriots Diner - Spinach Pie and Greek salad

    Patriots Diner

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    Patriot Diner has been in this location for decades. Breakfast is available "all day" for those who…read moreenjoy pancakes at noon. The restaurant is clean and well maintained. Counter seating, booths and tables in typical diner style. We arrived between the breakfast and lunch rushes and were seated right away. Restaurant was about half full on arrival and mostly full when we departed. Waitress seemed a bit over worked poor thing. Food took a while to arrive and as we were talking it didn't much matter. Just fyi. Everyone's meal arrived as ordered and everyone enjoyed their food. I had eggs and pancakes and found the pancakes plenty sweet even without syrup. Eggs were cooked nicely, just as ordered. Prices are reasonable. Waitress kept an eye on us and brought what we needed. Restrooms are clean. Plenty of parking around the building. Doors in the vestibule can be hard to open so you may need help with those.

    My oldest daughter warned us not to go, saying it wasn't like it used to be. Unfortunately, she was…read moreright. It had been a while since our last visit, and this place used to be very good. This time, not so much. Everything came out overcooked. The omelette and eggs were dry, and even the eggs ordered over easy had a strange, gelled texture instead of soft, runny yolks. The hollandaise sauce was broken with an odd orange color and smoky flavor, and the potatoes were mushy and unappetizing. Overall, the food quality was a big disappointment. The only reason this is getting two stars is because the service was genuinely great. Otherwise, I'd suggest finding another spot for breakfast, or hopefully ownership can bring in a cook who knows how to execute classic breakfast dishes properly.

    Wright's Dairy Farm & Bakery - Strawberry and Coffee Oatmeal

    Wright's Dairy Farm & Bakery

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    This bakery and dairy are one of the true gems in the greater Woonsocket area. I have enjoyed this…read morebakery since a kid, especially their cream puffs (featuring fresh dairy cream). They have many other amazing pastries, breads and cakes. I have never been disappointed. The staff always patient and helpful despite how busy they are. As this is also a dairy, they have available their milk. The maple milk (available in small bottles) is remarkably fresh and flavorful - highly recommend. Their ice cream is also available to take out. In the warmer parts of the year there is an onsite ice cream stand run outside in an old camper - charming! They do custom cakes and orders, handled in an office onsite. Plenty of parking. They also have a self guided tour of the dairy operation.

    Our whole family got together recently for the first time in a long time and we wanted a cake with…read moreall the names who had birthdays so far this year, and we wanted a delicious cake! Of course we headed to Wrights Bakery!! The first young gentleman who waited on us told me there was no way to fit all the names on the cake and maybe we should get the large chocolate chip cookie cake so we could fit the names on it :( but I really wanted cake and a cookie didn't sound like it would take its place. Finally he suggested he ask someone with more experience and she said she could fit the 5 names on!!! Yay! I don't remember the young ladies name (I think it started with the letter A), but she did the job beautifully and everyone was happy to have Wrights cake!!!

    Bistro Locale - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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