We had a reservation for 6 and were seated upstairs. The upstairs quickly filled up with large and small groups. The noise dampening ceiling tiles did not help reduce the overall noise level, making it very difficult to hear the dinner conversation. The menu provides a range of options, and it was difficult to choose. The portions are extremely generous so consider sharing. The gnocchi was pillowy with a pink sauce that did not lack layers or depth of flavor. read more

Delicious food and HUGEE portions, my pasta was literally 3 meals for the price of one. The service was a bit slow but we were a big table so it kinda makes sense. For appetizers, I had Bruschetta on Italian bread (again, HUGE portions). For entree, I had Pink Vodka Pesto (Rigatoni pasta house made chicken sausage). We went during lunch hours so it wasn't busy at all and they were easily able to seat our table of 18 people. The restaurant is kinda cute and a ton to do around the area. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Pink Vodka Pesto - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Had the spicy marg w/tajin rim and it was the perfect alcohol ratio. Calamari app w/garlic butter was good and crispy, generous portion came w/banana peppers & marinara sauce side. Sliced Bread came w/olive oil w/minced garlic. We sat inside on the 1st floor and the vibe was casual to mild dressy vibes. Wait staff was efficient and our waters were filled up quickly without having to flag down a waiter. I had the mussels app in white wine cream sauce and if you ever visit this is a MUST on the menu. A salty, buttery flavoring and comes with charred bread to dip. Mussels were fresh and plentiful. I also ordered the meatballs side which came with 2 a bit smaller than my fist, in a marinara sauce and some grated cheese. Waiter will come by to ask if you want more grated cheese, the answer should be yes. Bf had the cassarino which was a huge plate he only finished half and said it was good. read more

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Solid Italian joint for our group of 7 at lunch - food was good, portions were very generous, but service was hit or miss. Getting the server's attention required -really- waving down them down with two hands high in the air a few times, as eye contact and a little wave was not sufficient. They also seemed to be tending to the bar, but there was another bartender there too, and it wasn't very busy...and we were sat literally across from the bar and felt ignored. They dropped the bread basket 30 mins in and it took 45 minutes for our food to arrive. Once food was at the table the service picked up. One thing to note is they serve their dinner menu at lunch time on the weekends, which was not apparent from their website, so entrees averaged $35 for most of our group. There was also a 4% surcharge for using a Visa credit card and not paying cash (further research says using a debit card you can avoid this charge, we were not from RI). While we enjoyed the food, we'd likely look elsewhere next time for better service and more transparency on prices and charges upfront given there's many restaurant options in the area. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Both the food and service were disappointing. Go elsewhere - plenty of other options in the area. After enjoying Cassarino's for years, safe to say we will not be back. We had an inattentive server, and food that was almost inedible. read more

The portions are big enough for 2+ people I was stuffed. Also probs wouldn't get the gnocchi again. It was good but I thought I liked pink vodka sauce more than I actually do. Very big place and very crowded and lively. It was a bit loud but was fine read more

Best food , very clean, great entertainment, Owners are delightful . Best Italian food in town!!! read more

Virtually empty on a holiday weekend, Sunday night. What drew me was a Vegan menu - Beyond meats and sausages in order to create Italian dishes. Bravo - or do I say Bravissimo? I ordered the vegan "Sicilian" and the star of this dish were the crispy little potatoes tossed in this veggie and Beyond sausage mix. Hubby ordered fruita del mare : clams. Muscles, shrimp, salmon over linguine. Notes: Sunday night special; 3 course for $43. Apps tried; calamari - perfecto! And two pieces of bruschetta Dessert: Tiramisu and Cheese cake Good service. Portions are big! Leftovers are perfect for lunch. And dinner. And lunch again. Overall. 8/10. Solidly good. read more

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Outstanding! Dinner, wine and service. The Veal Chop is out of this world. Our waiter was attentive and helpful. His Veal Chop recommendation was spot on. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Veal Chop with a side of Scallops - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

6 of us Had lunch, place pretty much empty. Spaghetti and meatballs very large, meatball as big as a softball. Sandwiches huge. Unfortunately the waitress paid more attention to other party in back room than us. Had to look around to get her attention. Asked for butter, but it came frozen paddies. It may have been a bad day for her. Spent a huge amount of money. Yes I would go back, maybe dinner. Frank G read more

Solidly cuisine, gracious --chill service, and plenty of space and time to enjoy food and company. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Pork ragu and funghi pizza - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I was in Providence for work and was craving Italian food for dinner, so I asked the hotel shuttle driver for the best Italian food in town and she didn't even hesitate--she took me straight to Cassarino's. Let me tell you, the locals know! As soon as I walked into the restaurant I could small delicious food! I wound up ordering their special, which was homemade rigatoni in a creamy pesto sauce with chicken, fresh tomatoes and broccoli all topped with shaved parmigiana and fresh basil. This was the very first time I was served a meal in a restaurant that was so hot and fresh I had to take my time to eat it. And the portion size was hearty; enough for two meals! By the way, the bread here is superb! It had the best golden brown crust--nice and thick--and the inside of the bread was soft and warm. I was in heaven! I thought it had a classic atmosphere that wasn't pretentious, yet it could be perfect for date night or out with friends. It's hard to describe, but just felt comfortable. Finally, I thought the service was excellent. My server was upbeat and checked back with me regularly. Loved this place and hope to get back some day! read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Delicious homemade rigatoni with chicken, tomatoes, broccoli and shaved parmigiana. - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Food was fantastic I got the braciolla and my wife got the chicken parm. We got the stuffed mushrooms for a starter. Service was A little slow but we were in no rush. This was my first time there I will be back. Was a little confused on ambiance. Sort of a cross between high end and ready for the PC game. Oh well read more

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My My husband and I split the carbonara fettuccine. It was fabulous. We had enough for both of us. I would definitely come here again in little Italy. We were on an American cruise line and ate here before the cruise started. read more

Where do I start with this review without salivating? The Federal Hill area in Providence is well-known for its contribution to the food scene here in the Ocean State, and Cassarino's changed my impression of pasta and Italian food as a whole. My friend and I wanted to celebrate our recent graduation with a night out. We started with bread and irresistible dipping oil, followed by my chicken escarole soup, perfect for a cold night. My selection was hearty, with ample chunks of tender chicken and a broth that complements it oh so well. Moving on to the main entrée, I had the rigatoni bolognese, a pasta dish generously topped with a traditional meat sauce composed of veal, pork, and beef. This tomato-based sauce had the perfect amount of seasoning and thickness to pair with the noodles. I love everything about it and could very much make it my entire personality. Generally, I always answer "yes" when asked, "Do you have room for dessert?" Yet, I shy away from picking something off the sweets menu because: A. Everything sounds great, and I'm indecisive. B. I'm afraid the portions are too big. C. I want to share something with someone, but we have different tastes when it comes to dessert. The trio sampler of mini sweets, tiramisu, crème brûlée, and cannoli, was the answer to all my problems. Each option had the perfect amount of sweetness, just enough that it wasn't overbearing on the tongue. Though I'm a sucker for all three (with crème brûlée holding a special place in my heart), the light tiramisu takes the cake for this foodie. The ambiance was great, with second-floor seating that overlooks the Federal Hills street. If you're looking for a cozy, upscale and romantic outing for the night, this spot would totally give that vibe. I've been meaning to return since my first experience because the bolognese is really worth raving about (ask my circle, I haven't shut up about it since!). Cassarino's, your 11/10 and five-star review is very well deserved. I'll be back, and that's a promise! read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Tiramisu, creme brûlée and cannoli, all part of the trio sampler! Light, creamy and the perfect amount of sweet w/o being overbearing. - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Cassarino's was delightful in hosting our group. They were patient with updating our reservation several times over the phone. They had a nice table on the 2nd floor that was easy for the group to find. There are a couple weekday specials listed. They have dedicated 6 vegan entree choices, gluten free available. Authentic recipes. Sauce tastes homemade. Large portions. I got the chicken parm. Shares dessert trio. For a group of 8 they were able to separate checks. There is a cash discount. Complementary valet. If you don't see it in front, the valet will be on the other side of the street. Outdoor seating is available. Bar on first floor. read more

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Hands down amazing food; I recently came for a lunch for 2. Portions were very large, felt like dinner portions for a weekday lunch... there was one server for the entire restaurant who also was the bartender. There was a bit of a wait between ordering but my friend and I wasnt rushing as it was her birthday and we were catching up. I was shocked that I saw a 20% tip automatically applied to my bill. This was my first time here since 2020, before that I had last come around 2015. The 20% tip threw me off..im used to seeing that automatically applied when it's a big group at a table. But it was just a table for 2. I could understand if they wanted to put a 15% tip then allow the customer to judge and potentially add more money to make it total a 20% tip. I am wondering if they did this because they new that the server was on her own working the entire restaurant and so they wanted to cover all bases and not allow people to tip how they felt? I dont know. She was a great server and made our drinks great but the forced 20% tip is rubbing me the wrong way. Oh, and I had thought dessert was complimentary for a birthday person. I found out once I got the bill that it is not complimentary. I guess I should have called and asked instead of finding out when I saw a $20 charge for one dessert and two spoons lol. read more

the chicken parmesan dish is a 10/10. the pink vodka pesto was great. will be ordering again!

I dined here last night with my wife, two sons, one daughter-in-law and three grandchildren. I ordered s special with Bruschetta, Lasagna snd a. Connoli. We all shared what each of us ordered. The food was amazing. The service was extraordinary. We dined on the third floor. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

This is the dinner chicken marsala. Plate had penne, chicken, mushrooms, peppers, spinach, prosciutto, and a good sauce. The food was a huge portion and not so expensive. We went during dinner time and they were pretty busy. The restaurant itself is a bit crowded and small, at least in the section we were in. Service was quick for how big the party was! read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Pollo Marsala - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

They have something for everyone here. I had the bolognese and it was plentiful and phenomenal. For appetizers, we had the fried calamari and the mozzarella. If you're in the Liberty Hill area and want a menu with many options, choose this place! read more

Even a frugal financial mutant in training such as myself who doesn't venture out as much as many others here probably do knows that finding a restaurant firing on all cylinders can be quite rare these days. And yet Cassarino's manages to do so whilst making it look naturally effortless. Shout out to my outta town gal pal for recommending this shiny beacon of a restaurant as our super chill friendly send off dinner for one another. Ya see, my friend was in the mood for authentic Italian cuisine. After much deliberation, we settled on this place. And we're glad we did...even IF their portions can be rather enormous for the modest eater. Plus, it doesn't help that my friend eats like a bird, even whilst preggers. But....that's really a minor point. If you scope their website and YP prior to visiting as I often do, you'll note they offer free valet. Okay...technically nothing is free. But at least you don't pay extra for the valet service. Just be sure to arrive with cash for tipping because these guys definitely deserve one. Easiest way to take advantage of this is to arrive on the same side of the road the restaurant is on so that you may pull directly into the valet lane. If you see a dude with dark glasses approach your vehicle, you have just met your valet driver for the evening (it's not as ominous as it sounds). Hand them the keys, remove any valuables you have, then they take it from there. Immediately upon walking in, you'll spot their WiFi password on the hostess' desk; which, despite taking care to snap a quick pick for reference, I instantly forgot to bother using upon sitting at our table. XD That's probably because we both were hella distracted by the stellar waiter service, immaculate restaurant decor, and stunning food bestowed before our very eyes. The cuisine here can best be described as casual fine dining. For starters, we had the Aracini (or risotto balls for us non-Italians). Crispy on the outside, creamy and saucy on the inside. These pair perfectly with their homemade marinara sauce. But be forewarned: these babies are HUUUUGE!! I'm used to seeing these the size of your average meatball. These were about 3 times bigger. We each ate one, seeing as we still had main courses coming. 9 out of 10, totally worth taking home whatever you can't finish. The bread with garlic oil was a nice addition, too. It was reminiscent of what you'd get from the Macaroni Grill, only executed way better. The oil seasons the bread adequately. With that out of the way, we gotta talk about the Cassarino Burger I got. Now, reading the ingredients to this thing had my initial doubts. Then I reminded myself that was probably just my culinary anxiety talking and that I should simply take a chance on this thing. OH EMM GEE, does this dish ever slap! The fact that all the ingredients work in a perfectly harmonized synergy to the point where no element ends up dominating the palate, yet is still packed full of flavor is just....*mwah*...chef's kiss! To better understand this, I must take you through my bizarre thought process. See, I was worried that maybe the sweet onions and balsamic reduction would make the burger taste "off", since I'm not usually a fan of sweet and savory flavors being mixed together. However, one bite of this 10 ounce monster (yeah, more than half a pound) told me these chefs knew precisely what they were doing. Firstly, the burger itself was both seasoned and cooked to perfection! It even had a nice charred sear which added that final layer of flavor we come to love as grill masters. Second, they topped it off with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. This offered a potency which was then slightly offset by the sweet onion and balsamic mentioned earlier. Cap it all off with a toasted bun and crispy hickory smoked bacon and you've got yourself a legit upscale burger that isn't pretentiously priced. Believe me when I tell you....this was easily worth the price! Granted, the fries were slightly overcooked, but still mostly edible. I suppose I could have swapped them out for the redskin mash or something, but....it didn't really ruin anything for me as is. 9 out of 10, would highly recommend. Overall, it was a lovely night with a grand time had by all. Hoping to check out more places around the Providence area in the coming months. Cassarino's Restaurant receives 5 ginormous burgers charred to perfection with an Italian twist out of 5. read more

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Our favorite spot in providence! Bruschetta is a MUST. I got the bolognese & husband got the stuffed veal. Service is always great & never get a bad meal read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Traditional Bruschetta - Dinner - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Overall, the service was great, friendly and quick. The restaurant is very clean. We started with the antipasto which was very large, displays a nice variety of cheeses, meats and sides and definitely feeds more than 2. For our entrees we enjoyed the clams zuppa and the fettucine carbonara. The tiramisu was fantastic. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Clams Zuppa and Fettuccine Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Came in for dinner with a bunch of friends when someone was in town for the holidays. We had a reservation and they sat us on time. The food was amazing and the drinks were super tasty! Servers were very attentive. They do have valet parking and if it gets late, they pull your car up and give you the keys and take off. It was super convenient for us to go for another drink after they closed! read more

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The food was delicious and the service was excellent! Thank you, Santiago for making our anniversary dinner extra special! Highly recommend Cassarino's! read more

Once again, worthy of six stars. World class service by Damiani...world class food, enough for two portions of leftovers. Wildly reasonably priced. Best restaurant on Federal Hill no questions about it. Worthy of your Nona. read more

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Some of the best Italian in New England! The portions are huge, the flavors are amazing, and the variety will blow you away. Everything we tried was so satisfying - you'll leave feeling so thankful you came. Perfect spot for a date night, family dinner, or just treating yourself to some classic Italian goodness. read more

Food is still solid after decades going here. In a day where value for what you get keeps diminishing it's good to see that quality is still number one here. The only change I would make is not eating at the bar. The bartender was top notch for making drinks but should prioritize the customers eating at the bar more. Maybe that is intentional given most restaurants make more money on drinks than on food. 5 stars for consistent great food. 5 stars for drinks. 3-4 stars for food service at the bar. read more

There is no place for Italian food better than the Hill. Cassarino's did not disappoint. We had a bottle of wine, an old fashioned, The Cassarino, shrimp scampi, and the pasta con broccoli rabe aglio. I mean, you can't get more traditional Providence than that. The wine was tasty and a perfect compliment to the veggies that came with the broccoli rabe dish, and the veal in the Cassarino was tender and to die for. It wasn't terribly crowded at lunch, though I did make a reservation to be on the safe side. It was a nice place to talk and catch up, and our server, Daniel, was attentive but would come and go without interrupting the flow of our dinner, which was incredible and very nice. I was really pleased with the meal, the place was clean and modern, but still had the old school touch. I can't complain and I will be dreaming of this place until I'm back on the East Coast. read more

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An Italian restaurant with a whole vegan section on their menu?! Yes please! Wine and dinner, a fabulous night!

Cassarino's is an absolute must visit whenever I'm in Providence! It's one of my favorite Italian restaurants, period. The portions are huge, prices are fair, ambiance is great, and the service is excellent. The food is consistently fantastic, and everything that I tried during my visit over the weekend was fresh, flavorful, and made me crave more. It's a must-try when in Providence, you will not be disappointed! read more

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Amazing tasting food and great portions! The staff were super friendly and the food came out fast. The only issue was valet parking, they didn't have a booth so we ended up just standing around the front of the restaurant waiting for the man to show up. When valet did finally come ask us if we were waiting for a car, he noticed he parked it right across the street and told us we could just walk ourselves. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Love it , great size portions so bring your appetite!!! Top notch bar tenders and servers and the hostess is elite. Very comfortable and relaxing place to meet and enjoy food and drinks. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Calamari - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

We recently chose Cassarino's to celebrate my mom's birthday--a place we've supported for years. Unfortunately, it ended up being a deeply disappointing and frustrating night. Yes, we were late, and I take full accountability for that. However, we did call ahead to let the restaurant know. At no point during that call were we informed that our time at the table would be shortened. If that had been made clear, we might have tried to make other arrangements. Upon arrival, we were told we had the table until 7:30 (an hour & a half) and we did our best to respect that. In fact, we decided not to have dessert there and planned to go elsewhere, just to be mindful of time. What truly soured the experience was what happened toward the end. At 7:20, another party was seated beside us, and it was made very obvious--by both staff and their guests--that we were holding up their evening. The pressure was palpable, and we were effectively crowded and rushed out. It felt like we were being bullied out of our seats. Meanwhile, we were not lingering unnecessarily--we were simply waiting on our check, and our server was understandably busy. We were leaving and did not deserve to be treated that way. It was shocking to be treated with such a lack of courtesy and respect. We traveled over 30 minutes, chose your restaurant for our celebration, and were treated in a way I've never experienced anywhere else-- including other places with time limits. If you're looking for good food and a quick meal, Cassarino's delivers. But if you're planning a birthday, anniversary, or any special gathering, I would strongly suggest you look elsewhere. This was supposed to be a meaningful night for our family, and instead, we left feeling unappreciated and unwelcome. read more

We just spent Easter Sunday here of dinner. The food was great but the service was poor. It Started off ok, but we were left waiting for our main waiter to return with cutlery and condiments. We ended up grabbing from another table.. Before we had really finished our meals there were three different servers who came by asking if they could clear the table. Where did our waiter go?? Ordered espresso and a cannoli. The cannoli was excellent. Waiter did not offer any lemon rind or sugar for the espressos. We had to call him back over for this..... I was surprised how unattentive the waiter became. It was a shame as the food was very good. read more

Perfect! The food was delicious in the service attentive, but not overbearing. The prices were as expected, however, the atmosphere was a little noisier than I like. read more

Awesome food Casarino veal OMG! Gravy was delicious. Steak done to perfection. Potato croquet so different, squash flowers! Mmmm. Sweet ambiance tables or booths. Max and Mike were our servers and I can't say enough of theirs. Young men. Moderate pricing for excellent food. read more

Food was great and portions were large. Service was perfect, Andrew took good care of my girlfriend and I. Highly recommend the veal parm, and in my case subbing penne with Gnocchi. read more

Cassarino's Restaurant - Veal Parm & Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Have you ever gotten something to eat and have to convince yourself that it wasn't as bad as it really is? Welcome to Cassarino's! Where Italian culture gets a fierce kick in the palini. I can't believe the reviews I read prior to coming here. If it's the first time you're having Italian food, like at all, I get it. But good lord, sweet baby Jesus was this anything but satisfying. Pros: 1. Waitress was awesome and attentive 2. Potato croquette. Easily the best item on the menu, I'd order 2 next time and call it. Cons; 1. Didn't get any bread service, but in hindsight kinda glad because im sure the quality of the bread and oil would match the rest of the food. 2. Speaking of which, there are just some things you have and you can just tell it came out of a box or a can. The Margherita pizza was made on a pre-fab dough that is a step up from a tortilla. Not joking. The red sauce, the worst of the worst Reataurant Depot canned sauce. You know the dark red "marinara" with the tomato chunks and little specks of pepper? Yeah, that acid reflux inducing paste is what they use for 90% of their dishes. If you're charging $27 for a plate of pasta, can someone hand crush a tomato? I guess not 3. We ordered scallops and I didn't know that it was possible to come in the shade of Dark Brown that they came in. Not a touch of white ANYWHERE, and they sent it out.... 4. Got a lasagna because why not. Pink vodka sauce and "bolognese" meat, which is claiming to be beef, pork, and veal. What it didn't claim to be was so dry that the crumbles of meat fell out the second you cut into it. If you need any other reason to avoid this place at all costs, read their description of the Carbonara. Spoiler alert: ALFREDO SAUCE! read more