Nautical-themed neighborhood bar in a scenic part of Providence near Brown University. My girlfriend and I had planned to come to Captain Seaweeds while visiting the city and stopped in right when it opened. The building is pretty unassuming from the outside as it is located in a quiet part of town, though there is plenty to stare at as soon as you walk in the front door - the walls are covered with interesting trinkets from ship wheels and pirates to a 5-ft tiki sculpture in the corner. The outdoor patio is even more decked-out - much larger than I was expecting and fully-equipped with private tables and unique decor, including a coy pond and life-size statue of the ol' Cap'n himself. The best part of our time here was spent interacting with Michael - the man behind the bar. He was very friendly, engaging, and had plenty of great stories to tell. We felt very welcome the entire time and will definitely be stopping in again the next time we're in Providence! read more

It's been a hot second since we last saw Captain Seaweed! We were doing a Yelp event down the street & thought we would hit up several Ives Street favorites. First stop, the Captain. Years ago, we wandered in for a cocktail & we have been telling people about the bar ever since. Nautical decor everywhere you look, a pool table, sports on the TVs & a cute outdoor space. For us, it is more of a beer & a shot or simple drink place, never once seen a frou-frou drink (but maybe that is because I am not looking for one). No food service but they allow you to bring it in from an outside restaurant (many great options on Ives Street!). Great way to get your evening started or one for the road! Highly recommend. SIP SIP SIP #YUM read more

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Fun, chill dive bar. Nice bartenders and staff. Really nice back patio. Decent prices. read more

Funky dive bar on the East side of Providence. This joint definitely used to have the reputation as a place you'd go for , uhmmm, shady deals, it doesn't really have that vibe any longer. It definitely caters to the East side college kid crowd these days, so that may be a positive or a negative for you. The drinks are CHEAP though, which is really what you want in a bar. 10 bucks for a pitcher of their "house lager" is unheard of these days. Though if it's busy they seem to run out of actual pitchers. Clean and nice outdoor seating section too. Just when it's closing time you might have a few more college bros around being annoying then you may like. read more

The bar is great, however my review regards one of the bartenders. He was a stocky brunet (buzzed with beard) mid forties guy working Wednesday night and he was not a very pleasant man. He charged extra for what should have been included in the drink, appeared annoyed each time we ordered (4-5 times throughout the night) and was often absent from the bar. One of our drinks was made wrong and he did not offer to remake or fix. Overall, I would love to go back, but not on a night this bartender was working. read more

Place is amazing. Great priced Beer. Good bar tenders and the service is great. During the summer, the outside area is amazing to hang with friends and listen to some decent music (or play it on TouchTunes). A gem in the Providence bar scene. read more

This is my new favorite dive bar. The inside is cool but the outside patio is really unique. It's hard to beat the beer prices, especially on their house lager. read more

A nautical-themed bar on Ives St, Captain's Seaweeds is a fun little bar. It has some elements of a dive bar, but I wouldn't really call it that. While they do have a pool table and fairly cheap beer, imbibers are generally from around the neighborhood, not really the typical dive bar crowd. I mean, there was a group playing with Beyblades when we came. They don't serve food, but there are a couple good options nearby and they'll let you bring in takeout. They do have an outdoor area when the weather's nice, but during the winter the bar tends to get pretty crowded. Lots of nautical themed decorations, which help give it a unique character. All in all, a good option if you're coming for a few drinks and then heading home, but it's a little out of the way if you're trying to bar hop or don't live in the area. read more

Captain Seaweeds - a view of the bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Why is there captain seaweed on the mens bathroom and not on the womens bathroom. Love the atmosphere and fun drinks

Such a great place! Captain Seaweed gifted my parents a pitcher of beer for my graduation and it meant a lot to my family. Great dive with a killer patio. read more

This is my summer spot, once college starts I'm outta here. Not by choice, well kind of but you know what I mean. $7 pitchers of House lager.. that's a no brainier. I love the patio area, smoking and all. Staff is always great and fun to chat with. read more

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Had a good time for a meet up event here. The only gripe I have about this place is they charged me for a extra transaction I didn't make. Tried calling bar and no one picked up. Filed a dispute with my credit card company, and the charge wasn't reversed, they provided "documentation". In reality they took my card and ran it twice on the integrated chip reader for one transaction. I'm going to chalk it up to chip reader error on their end as they overcharged me. I noticed it even on the pending transactions in my account when it happened ,they charged me twice for 1 round of drinks. I waited till it posted so I could file a dispute. As I tipped on all the other 20 dollar transactions and they were 25 dollars each when posted and this one was without a tip when posted. read more

Ahoy fellow buckaroos, dost ye need a break from the dangerous, tumultuous seas? Want to have fun without spending all ye precious doubloons? Me Hearties, lay ye eye(s) upon Captain Seaweeds! It's a jolly good time with ye treasured mateys! Choose between sitting inside (Arrrgghhhh) or outside (feel the high winds, taste the salt on the breeze) where there are cute lights and tables. Great for summer nights! I'd say ye need to go for yerself so ye can come to a mighty conclusion on ye very own. Aye, aye! read more

Best dive bar EVER! Fun nights put bar hopping should include this dive and their back patio. It's just a fun place. Staff was friendly and attentive. The mood was jovial. Fun read more

Honestly, just have a drink here on your way to wherever it is you're going or at the end of you're night when you want a last hurrah. Or on a nice summer night because there's a backyard. Or because you've run out of other bars to go to and want to question everything around d you. Providence doesn't really have many themed dive bars that actually feel like true dive bars. Or rather feel completely genuine in whatever it is they're going for. Captain Seaweeds goes for it, mostly commits to it, and is a time. I can clearly see this not being everyone's spot. But with someone you can shoot the shit with anywhere this is definitely a place to add to your rotation. read more

Friendly dive with a great outdoor area. I was here in the summer and ordered a refreshing Schlitz cocktail, my favorite drink for a warm day. Traditionally, a Schlitz cocktail is a can of Schlitz served with whipped cream and a cherry on top. The bartender whipped it up (pardon the pun) using 'Gansett instead of Schlitz which isn't technically authentic but was fine with me and seemed like a nice regional substitute. Also, speaking of regional differences, the bartender politely explained to me that in Rhode Island it's not called a "Schlitz Cocktail" but a "Schlitz Sundae" and that I was exposing myself as an out-of-towner when I called it a Schlitz cocktail. I won't make that mistake again! read more

This bar is QUIRKY. If you're on/near college hill and you're looking for a place to drop by, I wouldn't say that you shouldn't come here, but it definitely wouldn't be my first recommendation. This place draws an older crowd, but there's plenty of seating and the patio area is super nice for hanging with friends and enjoying a good drink or two. read more

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Let me start off by saying that I will definitely be returning to this location in the future. Stopped in here with a bunch of friends on a bar hopping evening and truly wished I had more time to spend. Yes, this is a dive bar. Is that a bad thing? Absolutely not. Captain Seaweed (expertly depicted on the front door of this establishment) must have decorated this place with baubles, paintings, and tchotchkes acquired on his many treacherous adventures across the oceans of the world. Sharks toting human arms, ancient scrolls, oil painting of ships, tiki roofs, skeletal pirates, and curvaceous mermaids adorn the inner and outer walls of this bar. Well-lit, the explosion of nautical themed items combined with scattered seating provide for a quirky, interesting, but enjoyable experience. Although it was about 20 degrees outside, many of us went outside to explore and enjoy the open-air seating. We were surprised to find an outdoor heater and promptly turned it on as we huddled around it. I would be interested in relaxing out there during appropriate weather and utilize the seclusion it provides from the busy nature of Ives St. It interests me that there is a residential deck located just above all the action of the outdoor patio for this business. . . I can only imagine what its like to have a nautical/tropical themed backyard as a view. Drinks are ridiculously cheap here. . . offers of $1 Captain Seaweeds Lager and a $2 glasses of mysterious concoctions labeled "Comment" and "No Comment" are sure to go easy on the wallet. With friends who live in the area, this place is perfect to walk to and grab a beverage. Who cares about who makes up the crowd? We are all there to get a beer and maybe enjoy some time with friends. read more

Captain Seaweeds - I'm realizing now that these pirates mysteriously procured drinks for this photo... Not sure whose those were, haha! - Dive Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Awesome Dive Bar! Looks the part of a Dive Bar from the outside then the immediate inside but pop out in the backyard and your in a Pirate Paradise! Amazing staff that will keep you entertained for sure! read more

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My favorite dive bar in Providence. Beers are affordable, staff is friendly and prompt and the regulars are kind.

What a great place to unwind and relax! Very comfy atmosphere, outdoor seating is great, inside is really nice and the place just has a cool vibe to it!! Highly recommended, stop by fir a great drink, reasonable prices also! read more

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This was my second time at this bar. A couple observations- It's way too pretentious to be a dive, so that was disappointing. If you're not local, you're treated differently. There's definitely a group of very young looking girls that run that place just on the basis that "they're locals." Plus, one of the bartenders gave me the creeps and ignored us to prioritize said group of girls. It's a joke. I'm active duty military and the first time I got carded, I was accused of provided a fake (with my CAC.) This place is a joke, most of the bartenders are out of control, and the "locals" get to choose what other patrons are served and which ones are not. It's trash, and the restroom was disgusting almost as soon as it was open. My only recommendation is that you don't go and management maybe considers how precious the locals are or how young they look. read more

After coming here for years tonight was the last straw. The 35-year old bartender was too busy hitting on college aged girls to serve drinks at the bar. Then he proceeded to raise his voice and kick us out of our table with 12 minutes until close. He continually screamed and yelled at customers to leave the bar when it hadn't even closed yet. Then he proceeded to tell someone that he would drag them out by their legs. Completely disrespectful service and I will NEVER be back. read more

Great Spot! This place is very welcoming and friendly! Billy behind the bar is a claw act! Great bartender and drinks and services is amazing! 110% recommend this place read more

I've been wanting to check this place out for a while since seeing pictures online, and Gansett were having a release party for one of their beers so it was the perfect excuse to go. It definitely has a neighborhood bar vibe to it. Everyone seems to know everyone, there were people of all ages just hanging out and catching up. It's a cool place to people watch. Everyone is very cool and friendly. The bartenders were great, very attentive. Even when we moved outside they kept checking in on us to make sure we were doing good. The drinks are good, and cheap too! The only bad thing was the weather, which they couldn't help! We will definitely be going back when the weather is nice so we can relax outside amongst the cool nautical decor they've got going on. read more

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Great little hidden treasure. It gives me half dive bar vibes with amazing cocktails, and on the other hand it's sophisticated especially when you step outside. I love all of the nautical items that are hanging up. read more

Arrrghhh! You and the cap'n can make it happen! Captain seaweeds is the type of place that should be a vegas bar or in the deck of a ship in a pirate movie. This place is great! I had no idea what to expect when I brought...a hummer limo of 20 people in here for my birthday. There was sword play, there were mermaids, there was swashbuckling pirates shooting us from the crows nest! The ale flowed like the spirit of the ocean, and the women dressed like the sirens of the sea! But seriously, dollar beers, 2 dollar 'no comment' jungle juice, good crowd, good bartenders, pool table, and an outside area I call "Davey Jones Locker" (Or DJL for short) where there are statues of skeleton pirates and women growing out of the walls. Tiki torches, a grill, propane fueled heaters, a river that circles around the whole area with trees, and large rustic fences keeping out the common land grubbin folk from the streets. I give this place 4 thumbs up, can't wait to try it out in the heat. DRINK UNTIL THE WOODEN WALL WOMEN COME TO LIFE! ARRRRGHHHH read more

Captain Seaweeds - wench's with the pirates! - Dive Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

went here with some friends this past week and just gotta say vibes were weird. place seemed kinda dirty and took forever to get drinks. staff were awkward the whole time but at least they had some bar snacks. read more

I'm not sure one could ask for a better dive bar! The drinks a cold, a little stronger than other bars, and served with a smile. what else could you want from a neighborhood dive. Now the thing you didn't know you needed is the patio, It's legendary! in the summer the crowd gears older which is just fine with me. I hear when school starts it gets flooded with students but honestly i'm not out as late as those whipper-snappers any way read more

Something is Missing Pros: Divey Old Setting Employees Drink Deals Cons: Bar is too small Strange Vibe I usually like dive bars but this one is strange. The decor is weird, the pool table takes up a large space in the place and the bar is way too small. This place is probably great for regulars but if you just want to stop in for a drink it kind of stinks. Like a morgue. Pass Thanks read more

Break out your Hawaiian shirts.. I absolutely LOVE Captain Seaweeds!! Cheap drinks, awesome staff, pool table, jukebox and cheese balls, yes!! FREE CHEESE BALLS!! They even allow you to BYOF (bring your own food) read more

Not sure how it's taken me 12 years to write a review of Captain Seaweeds because it's by far, hands down, one of my favorite dive-y bars in Providence. It's cheesy and over the top, the outside patio deck is the best during those warm summer nights to enjoy a drink with your friends; ambiance is kitschy and cozy. The only downfall is because it's situated in a residential neighborhood on the East Side, they stop serving about 10 minutes to midnight and if you're sitting outside, they usher you in before 11 p.m. as to not disturb the neighbors. Drinks are cheap. Bartenders are friendly. I love you Captain Seaweed. read more

My dodgeball team and I had a post game drink outside at Captain Seaweeds the other day and it was absolute bliss. Good selection of drinks, wonderful service, great COVID set up, and a cute little outside area that was perfect on a summer day. Going to be a usual spot for our team :) read more

My fiancé and I have been coming here for probably 10 years and we love it so much! It's our first stop anytime we come back to Rhode Island to visit. The staff is great, drinks are cold, and the atmosphere can't be beat! read more

Great dive bar without being TOO divey! This place is a great balance of cheesy nautical decor and cheap drinks, yet clean restrooms. What could be better? Even the bartender and what seemed to be "regular" patrons were super friendly, which is usually not typical of a local dive bar. I really enjoyed the old school tunes on the juke box and the pool table (pretty cheap for both). The patio in the back is covered and lit up, but it was a bit cold and rainy for me to venture out. I'll definitely hit this place up again! read more

Love coming here, just a short walk from where I live. I'm always meeting new people, you can bring your dog and your own food. Summertime is perfect, as is the chilly nights cranking up the jukebox. read more

I'm a fan of Captain Seaweed's. It isn't really so much a dive bar (i.e. a cheap bar looking to attract people from everywhere) as it is a neighborhood bar (the "sketchy people" that everyone keeps complaining about live in the neighborhood and in general aren't as sketchy as skittish Brown students make them out to be). They have cheap drinks, don't care much about service (but you don't go to a bar for the service do you?), and have an AWESOME patio. So to be clear, if you are looking for a hip divey bar where local hipsters congregate this is not for you. If you live within a few blocks and want to go drink beer outside and don't mind your neighbors then you have found your place. Also the fact that it closes at midnight should surprise absolutely no one. It has nothing to do with the bar deciding to close at midnight and everything to do with city zoning laws. The area is zoned residential. It's the same reason that E&O has to kick it at midnight. read more

Captain Seaweed must have loved to swim, because this is a dive. Think a shoddy, nautically themed Mos Eisley Cantina located on the all-of-a-sudden lively corner of WIlliams and Ives. I have seen Han Solo blast Greedo in here, scattering his alien remains along the stuffed faux mako shark on the wall. The wreckage of fake sea vessels adorn the woodwork. $1 plastic cup drafts. Weirdos, drunks, old folks, dock workers, students. Great patio. Perfect. read more

Last night I left captain seaweeds with no tab (the credit card machine wasn't working correctly) and two live lobsters. You read correctly folks, two LIVE lobsters. What more can you want from a dive? If an American Legion and an Ocean State Job Lot had a love child, it would be named Captain Seaweeds. Although you probably wouldn't want to go there solo (some of the clientele is a little, dare I say, "rough" around the edges), it's the perfect hangout when you want a no thrills cheap pitcher of beer and a round of pool. Tattoos welcome, teeth optional--damn I love this place! P.S If I didn't sell you yet, there's a huge outside pirate themed patio with a goldfish pond. Game. Set. Match. read more

Captain seaweeds is the crown jewel of foxpoint bars. It's cheap, local friendly, has a pool table, foosball table and jukebox! The patio is a kitschy delight with tiki decor, a patio and captain seaweed himself! As if you needed more enticement: Thursday night is lobster raffle night. Every drink you buy gets you one chance closer to a late night lobstah steam! read more