Best bar on the west side. The drinks are good and cheap, and the staff is really lovely.read more

Who doesn't love The Dog?…read more A fully black painted build at the of a highway on ramp with no windows. Check Dimly lit with reddish hue lit dive bar. Check Great strong drinks and good craft beer and liquor selection. Check Great heavy rock and punk music billowing through the place. Check Friendly bartenders who enjoy talking to the patrons. Check Always some strange movie playing on the TV's. Check A dark dive bar that checks all of the boxes. What more can I say? Tip: Don't be afraid to order a specialty drink, they enjoy pouring them. Thanks

We've driven by Whalen Cafe on West Shore Road in Warwick like a bazillion times & last night, we…read morefinally gave in to our curiosity. The moment we stepped inside, it had that classic neighborhood bar feel & was bursting with character & authenticity. The vibe is no frills, down-to-earth & completely unpretentious. Just the essentials: good food at a great price, full bar & staff that knows what they're doing. Regulars chat like old friends & first-timers get a look but fit right in. Hubby zeroed in on the snail salad listed on the whiteboard & couldn't resist ordering it. It ended up being the thinnest-shaved scungilli either of us has ever eaten! Was it the best snail salad I've ever had (Uncle Tony's in Cranston still has that rank for me)? No... but it was super tender & flavorful. Would we order it again? Yes. A quick heads-up: it's cash-only, but fortunately, there's an ATM onsite so settling your tab is never an issue. Whalen Cafe is one of those classic local gems that remind you why neighborhood spots matter.

I swear I've reviewed this place before- was it taken down? Did I write it in my mind? Drove by the…read moreother day and remembered that I LOVE this place....I think I said my initial impression upon walking into this place with my sister for the first time was the vibe of a bar that would be labeled "for boys only"...but it is so much more than that....local, cheap, and fun! Great food, good beer, and I love the local atmosphere- it definitely has vibes from my childhood of down to earth and no frills but with everything that you need and a great bartender. It was cash only when I went. I ordered the hot Italian grinder and it rocked my world!

It was the Saturday before Halloween and it was the most eclectic Halloween party I have ever seen!…read morePeople of all ages. The costumes were pretty damn good for going to a bar party. Think pimps, Benny's lawn bags, Evil Knieval! The bar was packed. Live music was playing ( think something out of a Weezer video but with axe headbands.) We had fun.

Spent a recent Thursday night here and had a great time! The beer was pretty cheap and they had…read morelive music going. The crowd was pretty laid back and there were a few groups playing pool. Cash only!

Dive in nice area - No Parking…read more Great little place and the true meaning of what a dive bar should be. The ice cold beer is great for a great price. There's lots of history here, they opened its doors in 1941. One of the original businesses on the infamous Water Street area in beautiful Warren RI. Nice clientele with friendly bartenders to boot and always super clean. The only reason this place loses a star is that there is absolutely no parking. It's one pf my pet peeves. Thanks

Came in for a date, the bar tender was nice, the drinks strong, the price point wonderful but be…read moreaware cash only! They do have an atm on premises.

It was a Wednesday. We had no parental responsibilities. We decided why not dive bar hop! Solid…read moreplan. Franks did not disappoint! How many Clydesdales in tubes can they fit into this place? I am not sure but I was there for it! A potato masher on the 2nd shelf with the glasses but no mashed potatoes on the menu? This place has me intrigued! A picture of Cianci on the wall... you have me right where you want me Frank! The bartender was just what you want, nice and engaging. The other patrons... Colorful. Keno was popping! Walk towards the pool table, the smell of piss will quickly fill your nostrils. Like overfill! My husband said it was the worst smelling bathroom he has ever visited. ( Score on the dive bar Richter) Thanks Louie for buying us a round!

Great dive bar. We met Frank! Great drinks. Friendly customers! Good pool table. Very simple menu…read morebut inexpensive and looked good. We only got 2 Mike and Ike's out of the machine, but that did not wreck our great time. Will come back! Especially when Shannie is behind the bar.

Great place - very clean and staff are so kind and super quick. New owners made wonderful upgrades…read moreinside as well as outdoor seating. Food was delicious - Kudos to the Chef. My husband and I love this Restaurant and will definitely send out great experiences to everyone.

Honestly was surprised at how good the apps were at this place. You walk in and it gives dive bar…read morefeels (which I love) and you think I'll have one drink and leave, nope! The staff were so friendly and gave us good food suggestions. The atmosphere was as laid back as the folks inside. Stop in for a drink & a bite!

Who doesn't love a good dive bar? If you like strong drinks, year-round Halloween decor, Ronald…read moreMcDonald (go find out what I'm talking about) and pinball Deadbeats is your spot. They also have a great jukebox. Bartenders are friendly and quick. There's usually some kind of punch available with a name like Ecto-cooler which is a weird color but completely delicious if you're into that sort of thing. They sometimes have pop-ups there, one time they had fancy grilled cheese sandwiches. Definitely a fun spot! It's pretty small inside so just know that and don't roll in with a huge crew...

So if you have lived on the west side of Providence for a while, you surely are aware of the legend…read morethat was the E & O . So, I was understandably hesitant about a new bar moving into what was considered by many to be hallowed ground. Since I walk by it on my way home from work, I decided to stop in soon after it first opened to see what it was like. And now I am a regular and it's one of my favorite watering holes in the city. Super cool atmosphere, with tons of horror movie memorabilia on the walls. A couple of pinball machines ( including a brand new Evil Dead one which is really sweet), and neat liitle outback area for nicer days. They also occasionally have music and drag shows inside, and in the summer months cool shows outside in the parking lot next door. You can also grab a grilled cheese or a hot dog from Puggles Grilled Cheese most days of the week if you're feeling peckish. And my favorite thing... PICKLEBACKS.... !!!! All the drinks are cheap and they have a good selection of beers and ciders. Maybe most importantly, the owners Jeff and Courtney are absolutely lovely people who really understood keeping the locals vibe of the E & O era but also being it's own thing. Definitely support this great establishment.

Always descent food consistent and service always very good. Little hideaway place with great views…read morewould recommend for a pub style lunch or dinner great beer and liquor selection as well.

This is your neighborhood dive bar/ restaurant that you didn't know you needed in your life until…read moreyou sat at the bar, ate their homemade chips, and drank cheap beer. The place is decorated with relics from the past as well as boat stickers and other memorabilia. Todd, our server, shared so many entertaining stories with us. I was also incredibly surprised by how well my steak came out. So... good food, cheap drinks, and personable staff will have us coming back for more!