Chomp is one of those Providence restaurants that I keep finding myself coming back to, even after telling myself I should probably try something else on the menu. I've eaten my way through quite a few things here over the years, and while there are plenty of good choices, I keep coming back to the Smokey and the Bandit smash burger. At this point, I probably know what I'm ordering before I even sit down. There's just something about that combination that keeps winning. The food here is consistently good. Everything I've had has been fresh, hot, and full of flavor, and the kitchen seems to have that part figured out without making a big production of it. The menu has enough variety that you can come in with different appetites and still find something you want, but it doesn't feel like one of those places with a menu the size of a small novel where you need twenty minutes just to decide what you're looking at. The beer selection is another reason I enjoy Chomp. There's enough variety to make choosing a beer part of the experience rather than simply grabbing whatever happens to be on tap. Prices are also pretty reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, which is increasingly something I notice because restaurant prices have a funny way of creeping upward when you're not paying attention. The location is another part of the appeal. Chomp sits in a great little part of Providence where you can easily make an evening out of being in the neighborhood. There are plenty of other restaurants, shops, and places to wander around nearby, so it doesn't feel like you're making a special trip just to eat and then immediately getting back in the car. Tonight, though, I have to give a special shout-out to Bella, who was our server. She was outstanding. Friendly, personable, attentive without hovering, and genuinely helpful. She suggested adding bacon to my Smokey and the Bandit, which I probably wouldn't have thought to do on my own. I'm very glad she mentioned it because it was an excellent call. Sometimes the best recommendations are the simple ones, and she nailed it. One piece of advice if you're planning on coming here: make a reservation if you can. Chomp can fill up quickly, and given how good the food is, that really shouldn't come as much of a surprise. It's the kind of restaurant where people come back because they already know they're going to have a good meal, and I'm certainly part of that group. Five stars from me. Great food, good beer, reasonable prices, a fantastic Providence location, and genuinely good service. I've tried enough of the menu over the years to know that Chomp has plenty of options, but apparently I'm still incapable of walking through the door without ordering that Smokey and the Bandit. Add Bella's bacon recommendation to the list of reasons I'm going to keep coming back. read more

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Pulled up to the East Coast for my first meal, didn't know what to expect, so I kept it simple, burger and fries with some wings. Let's start with the burger, pretty thick patty, decent meat, but a lackluster taste/flavor. Nothing special about the fries either, pretty salty, average. Now let's move to the wings, the wings were actually flavored well, slight tang and spice, not too soggy, a good set of wings. Wouldn't come back, not bad but you can get this burger and most places. Burger: 6.8 Fries: 6.7 Wings: 8.0 read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - House Burger - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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We had a takeout order and it was very disappointing. The paper bag for the delivery was soaked with grease. That aside, we ordered several varieties of wings, a couple different burgers and sandwiches, and a salad. The wings were OK, but about as dry as could be, almost inedible. The burgers were just eh. Both the Smash Burger and House Burger were decently cooked but greasy with little flavor. The Smokey Melt was a little more flavorful but really heavy and greasy. The worst item by far was the Caesar Salad. Honestly it looked like someone sliced up lettuce like you would for a sub sandwich, or used a 1990s Salad Shooter, and threw it in a styrofoam dish. It didn't even resemble a salad I'd avoid this place. read more

What is not to love about Chomp?! Been coming here for years! This time got the roast pork rodeo burger. Burger was well seasoned, fresh and juicy. Great crisp on the onions, the cranberry habanero bbq sauce was amazing. Little bit sweetness little bit of heat. Perfection may be my new go too. The Cajun fries great crisp and flavor. Not pictured was the potato skin, crispy potatoy in a good way. Highly recommend anyone who wants a good burger to come here. Brought my brother and a friend of mine both blown away. Service is always great, and always clean and updated on the inside, even have an open kitchen too! read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - Roast Pork Rodeo Burger - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

After reading the stellar reviews, we decided to try CHOMP Kitchen and Drinks on Mother's Day. Since it was late, we ordered dinner to go. We both ordered the Classic Smash Burger, one with cheese and one without. Unfortunately, both burgers were utterly tasteless, with virtually no seasoning detected at all. The Chomp Sauce that was supposed to elevate the burger was so sparse it barely made an appearance, leaving the burgers bland. Honestly, the bun was the best part. The brussel sprouts I ordered also lacked flavor and seasoning aside from the char, and his Cajun fries were so salty they were nearly inedible. After driving from Massachusetts to Rhode Island as a special Mother's Day treat, it ended up being a very disappointing experience, especially given the overwhelmingly positive reviews. We may have caught them on an unusually busy night, but unfortunately our meals fell far short of our expectations. read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - Smash Classic Burger - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Been here a handful number of times, service is always great, location does get very busy and is a little cramped but absolutely worth it. Food is consistently delicious and with a rotating menu it always feels like you're missing out in the best way. read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - The Big Drip Melt - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I love this place! Delicious burgers and fries. Nice selection of beer and drinks. Can get a little busy/packed and loud but it's still fun and vibrant. There is indoor and outdoor seating (when the weather is nice). The classic smash burger is my jam! read more

Updating my review! I went to chomp again recently after not being there for quite some time -- I was impressed with the variety of the menu and menu updates! I had the easy peasy cocktail which was fresh and balanced and the burger bowl which I loved! I can't wait to come back to try the gyro! My sister had the chicken Caesar hoagie and that was also delicious! I will be back soon read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - French onion burger - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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The food was delicious. The service was accurate and fast. There is plenty of seating options. There are tvs to watch games. They also have a bar. It has a chill family friendly ambiance. read more

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Literally the best burgers you're ever gonna have in your life !!!!!! Even getting takeout they taste amazing !!!!

Came in on a date. The server was attentive. The food was tasty and the seasonal drinks on point! read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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The atmosphere is upscale burger joint, very nice but casual. No complaints there. The food was good, if a bit pricey for a smash burger and a few fries. The beef was cooked in true smash burger fashion, but I feel like the edges lacked that lacey crisp you find on truly spectacular smash burgers. Fries were a bit cold, but still tasty. The server was friendly, but he always seemed to come at the worst moments and immediately interrupt our conversation. He could've at least waited til we finished a sentence. The drink menu had the wrong description for the cider my date ordered, which was a bit annoying, and they brought me the wrong beer. Over all, not bad but I feel like it could've been better considering the prices. read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - September Special: The Big Drip Burger - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

We had a great dinner here recently and the only reason I gave it a 4/5 instead of a 5/5 was that where we were seated inside was so loud we had trouble hearing our waitress telling us the specials. Other than that, everything was great! All of the food was delicious and they were so accommodating to my daughter who only wanted fried shrimp (there was a fried shrimp noodle special). We will definitely be back, but maybe ask to sit outside so it's not so loud. read more

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I was starving a couple nights ago and ordered a chicken sandwich from Chomp. I ordered takeout, so I didn't get to fully experience the restaurant. However, I genuinely appreciated how quickly they prepared my order. From what I could see briefly, the restaurant was quite busy. So if you're planning a visit on the weekend, I'd recommend getting a reservation. I had the honey mustard chicken sandwich with a side of fries. It was incredibly tasty. The chicken was so flavorful, and the fries were honestly perfect. I will 1000% be returning in the near future. read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I ordered a kids grilled cheese and 1/2 order of crab Rangoon sticks ... everything was cold. The grilled cheese was barely grilled, as we were the sticks. The picture and the menu is very deceiving. I got the kids grilled cheese and the appetizer and it came out to $28.37. It was cold when I got it. Very disappointing read more

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I was craving going to Chomp for my birthday celebration and I'm so glad I got to go. It was a gorgeous night, so we ate at one of the tables outside. Our server was prompt and super friendly!! We ordered a couple cocktails, the half order of Crab Rangoon sticks, and salt and vinegar Brussel sprouts to start. I really loved the Brussel sprouts! Then I ordered the special for May which was a chicken Mozambique sandwich and my boyfriend ordered the Goomah which he really really enjoyed. The Mozambique sandwich was so flavorful and I'm still craving it now! I hope it makes its way back to the menu soon! read more

Hands down my favorite chicken sandwich in the city! I have to make a stop at Chomp when I come home. The service is great, the ambiance is fun and the menu is always changing with fun new additions and specials. It can get a bit busy at times so I recommend a reservation if you go at peak times with larger groups. I always order the BBQ hot honey chicken sandwich and I hope it never leaves the menu! Perfect combo or sweet and spicy. I get fries as a side and ask for a chomp sauce to dip them in. Highly recommend and I can't wait to be back next time! read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - BBQ Hot Honey Fried Chicken - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Very good burger and sandwich! It was pretty busy for a rainy Wednesday night, but there were still plenty of tables. Service was very quick for the whole night; we were seated quickly and our server was always ready when we needed her. The food was good overall! I think our favorite was the Mac and cheese side! The house burger was well cooked and the sauce was very tasty. Only complaints were that burger patty itself could've used a little more seasoning and the piece of lettuce was huge for the size of the burger. The chopped cheese was decadent. There were a lot of flavors going on so we took half of it home to not be overwhelmed. We will definitely be back for a burger and to try other dishes! read more

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Everything about this place rocks. The base menu has some of my favorite go to items, but they're constantly keeping the lineup fresh with creative new rotations. While I can't say I've absolutely loved all of the seasonal specials that come out of the kitchen, they hit the mark enough times to keep me coming back to try the new ones. Servers are friendly, capable, and food comes out quick. I've probably been 30+ times and never am disappointed. read more

The absolute best spot for a specialty fried chicken sandwich and a fun craft beer in Providence! The rotating menu keeps things interesting and the service is always fantastic. Pro tip: ask for Cajun tots on the side! read more

What's a girl to do when she wants a yummy burger? Check out Chomp on Ives. OMG. A perfect blood orange rita with salt did not disappoint and the smash burger? A second OMG for the perfect goodness and the fluffiest bun around. Out door seating is available AND the service is impeccable. Totally coming back here! read more

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I used to love the food here but the last two times have been a waste of a visit. as someone who doesn't eat red meat I always go for their chicken - but the last two times have been dry and not flavorful at all. if the breading falls off and my chicken taste like nothing then, throw the whole thing away. they need to realize all these sauces and aïolis don't make up for bland chicken will not be returning, maybe the other locations have better cooks who know what good food taste like read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - Mexican Street Fried Chicken - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

My boyfriend and I ordered for chomp since I haven't tried it since a couple years ago! I got the banh mi chicken sandwich and he got the bandit melt. The banh mi chicken sandwich wasn't really like banh mi (which I expected) and was really just a chicken sandwich with pickled carrot and daikon. I still enjoyed it though, and the chicken was super juicy and tender. My boyfriend enjoyed his bandit melt, which was a bit spicier than expected, but still good! The chomp sauce is probably my favorite part as well. read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - Bang Bang Banh Mi Fried Chicken and Smokey Bandit Melt - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Listen, I've been to Chomp more times than I can count. I went to the Warren Location before it was cool (years ago when they were only in Warren). It's way more accessible to me being in PVD now, the spot is easy to get to, there is street parking all over, now onto the meat of things. Chomp... You guys do such a dang good job roping me in with your specials. They look absolutely amazing. You got me in the door the other night because my wife saw "Crab Rangoon Burger" and the rest was history, we made it in. I was hungry. Which makes me worried. I asked the waitress for a recommendation, Stuffed Mushroom Burger, my dark horse, or the Fried Avocado Burger. To my surprise the Stuffed Mushroom Burger was recommended as being the heavier option. I went with it and BOY I was not prepared for how decadent and rich this burger was. It was simply amazing. I'd say it's 50/50 on whether or not I'm satisfied or left wanting more when I visit Chomp. Let me explain. This burger was packed. PACKED with flavor. It had varying textures, the smash burger was perfectly caramelized, the artichoke spread lends the perfect amount of richness and the crispy fried onions gave just enough textural relief to the thick spread that it left me going back for each bite in record time. However, this is not always my experience here. I'll admit, this visit was a 5/5. The burger was perfect for me and the field greens salad was delicious (A+ lemon vinaigrette). I'd say the biggest gripe I have is the consistency and pricing. Sometimes I come in wanting the special, which uses all ingredients on their normal menu items, and I'm being charged $19 for a burger. That's a pricy burger! To boot, if they have what looks like a drool worth chicken sandwich special going on, and I go in and pretty much get 1/2 the toppings or a small piece of fried chicken in my sandwich, I'm not a happy camper. It's happened more than once where I get a piece of fried chicken here that doesn't have any overhang with the bun. They wouldn't post their special with that pathetically sized piece of chicken, so why serve it to me in your restaurant? Expectations vs reality is a big thing at play here. I've had just as many 3-3.5 star food experiences here as I've had 4-5 star. So, keep that in mind. Chomp, I love you and you make some of the best burgers around. I promise this is coming from a good place. All that said, slight inconsistency aside with portions and pricing. Service is always spot on, the space is nice. Casual but has its own level of sophistication about it- you wouldn't bat an eye at someone looking nice and dressed up here but you can also come in after a workout in some gym clothes. Most importantly, everything here always tastes very good in my opinion. Like I said, points off for inconsistent portion sizes (small piece of fried chicken, lack of crab rangoon on my wife's burger, sometimes things are a little under sauced etc.) and for the fact that I'm spending almost $20 for a burger. I highly, highly recommend looking at the online menu before your visit if it was their special that caught your eye. No word of a lie, one time I went in for the special and it was $22 or something like that. I was floored. Food quality, off the charts. Value, eh. Service, amazing. Atmosphere, great. read more

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Amazing!! I have been wanting to come here for a while and I'm so glad I finally did!! I lived up the street for ages and never came, which was obviously a huge mistake! The food is delicious. The flavors are strong so be prepared for a tasty explosion! It's casual and relaxed, and we came at the perfect time to be able to sit next to the huge windows that were wide open. Service was great, and recommendations were made that didn't disappoint. I'll definitely be back!! read more

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First time at Chomp; i'm not a big burger lover but my husband was craving a burger so decided to go try it out. Friday night, didn't have reservations but was sat quickly. Parking was tough, had to drive around a lot to find a spot. Restaurant does not have a parking lot and that street had several other restaurants/businesses so on weekends can be busy. Our waiter was nice, gave us time to look over menu. We ordered a cocktail from the June specials, it was a coconut spritz i think, i really liked it! Sweet but not too much. For a meal my husband got the house burger and i ordered wings. I liked that they give you option of choosing 2 wing sauce and it comes 8 wings. They were pretty tasty. My husband's burger was good but not as good as he thought, since we always here of chomp for the burgers. Also the fries weren't hot. Overall was ok, not sure we will go back soon but maybe someday to try a different burger or sandwich. read more

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Top notch. My smash burger was delicious and juicy. I understand why Chomp has the claim to fame for having the best burger in Providence. I haven't tried a lot of burgers in Providence but I can say mine definitely hit the spot. Everyone else in my party also loved their burgers. I was torn between the burger and the chicken sandwich. Perhaps next time I'll try to chicken but that's going to be hard. Brussels sprouts were delish too. Our waitress was awesome. Fast and attentive. Nice ambience and I would absolutely recommend and come back. read more

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We got street parking near by and went on a beautiful day and had seating right next to an open window. Inside is bigger than it looks from the outside. Our server was friendly and attentive. Both burgers were amazing, and a very good size, we ended up with half of one left over. The crab rangoon mozzarella sticks were also delicious but I found myself wishing they were more crab rangoon than mozz. They have a rotating frozen drink option and I hope to come again soon! read more

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Chomp is the absolute BEST! I had the ribeye sandwich, split it with my mom, and wow--it was huge. Even with just a few bites of an appetizer (can't even remember what it was because the sandwich stole the show), we were STUFFED. Barely had room for our delicious drinks--I went with a local beer and loved it. Every time I've been here, it's been an amazing experience. My friends and even a lucky date have all been just as impressed. Oh, and their chicken sandwiches? They're the KING. Will definitely be back for more! read more

Nice staff. Cute spot to have lunch or dinner outside. Great drinks. Deliciously well-seasoned burgers! Possibly best burger in PVD!! As a gulf coast southerner I was impressed and surprised with how well the Cajun fries are seasoned, but they were served burnt so I couldn't enjoy the potatoes beneath the seasoning. Brussels are excellent and remind me of a spot down in the bayou. I'll be back to try the fries sometime soon. read more

Delicious burgers, amazing fries, awesome experience. Chomp has the gourmet burgers of your dreams and will be where I go when I'm craving them. Food aside from the burgers can also lean towards the heavier side, so just be careful. Service is great, and the neighborhood is great too. There's dessert across the street, and occasionally some live music in the neighborhood. Parking is street parking. May be a bit harder to find a spot at peak hours, but side roads usually have a spot or two. read more

First of all, this is not your average pub. The food, the atmosphere and the beer selection are definitely alternative. Honestly, I felt that was more like being in Seattle than in New England. Nevertheless, the food selection was good and the delivery of the food was fast. Presentation was average, but the flavors were great. Beer selection was really good as well. A good place to go for a fast burger that's different than the rest. read more

One of our absolute favorite places! Such a cool vibe and the food is amazing. They're always rolling out new ideas for delicious options!

Where do I start with this review? I have been threatening to go there for a few years now, and finally pulled the trigger last weekend. Boy, was I ever delighted! When I made my reservation, I accidentally selected an outdoor table and it was far too chilly to be sitting outside, at least for me anyway. The dining room was packed without a table until the hostess got a little creative and placed me and my girlfriend out of the way just off the dining room into a private dining room room meant for parties of 5-6 people. It significantly reduced the noise level from the louder main dining area and as a super bonus, there was a video screen playing Bob Ross as he painted happy trees and created beautiful images on canvas. This was great entertainment for my girlfriend and I once we dove into the meals that we ordered. But prior to that happening, we had a wonderful waitress whose name I regretfully forget, but when we explained to her that this was our first time at this restaurant and that we were both quite hungry, she helped go through several options on the menu that caught our eye and ond went into great detail about what made each dish so unique and wonderful, and helped us make our final choices. Well, for myself, I got a classic Smashburger because I had been in the mood for a burger before I even arrived at the restaurant and that was absolutely the best choice! It was generously large, fresh tasting, and very juicy. As a side dish, I ordered the Cajun fries, and they were quite unlike any other Cajun fries I had ever had because of the cut and the way they cooked them. I was absolutely in heaven with this meal and my only regret about ordering it was that I didn't double up on the patties to make it even more filling. My girlfriend enjoyed an Impossible Burger since she doesn't eat meat dishes. She's not a vegetarian, she's just picky... Lol! We also enjoyed a surprisingly frozen and slushy pumpkin spice alcoholic beverage to wash our meals down with. Everything tasted, smelled, and looked delicious! The environment of the restaurant and particularly the private dining area that we were seated in was very bright and airy. We had an amazing experience there, and we are excited to go back next week and try some of the things that we didn't try on the first visit. It's on street parking for this restaurant and it's quite popular so I would definitely recommend making reservations before you go. I highly recommend you check this place out and sample some of the deliciousness they have on their menu. read more

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Located at 117 Ives Street on the East Side. Chomp never disappoints. The amount of work they put into the original Eagle Super Market is amazing. They even kept the old "Eagle Super Market" sign to preserve a piece history in Fox Point. Great food, great drinks especially on a Friday night after work! read more

Goods: We always have great meal at Chomp! All staff are very friendly and kind. The fries were crisp and warm but not too greasy. They actually might be my favorite fries in PVD. The ceasar is always solid and the burgers are delicious. We usually make a reservation so we can know we'll sit outside. We enjoyed a passionfruit margarita which was so refreshing and light. Bad: -The food is more expensive than expected. -Parking can be hard to find because it is street parking but it's not tooooooo bad. It just takes some time to find. read more

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First visit to Chomp, RI while visiting its newest chef and son in law, Max. Wow this place was hopping. Excellent atmosphere with hysterical signage. I like the window to the kitchen so you can see the chefs and it affords easy access to the plates for the wait staff. McKenna was our waitress and she was Great - attentive and helpful on suggestions. The food was Excellent! All their items are made in house - sauces, dressings, toppings, Burgers, Corned Beef etc!We started with the salt and vinegar Sprouts - oh the flavor and the bacon fat mmm, mmm!!! Then we had the Classic Smash Burger with a GF bun for our GF daughter! Outstanding! Then the wife had the Mediterranean Burger - really tasty! And I had the Truffle Shuffle Burger with Truffle fries- oh Yum! Flavorful and nice and hot off the griddle! Thank you for a great experience and a wonderful meal - We shall be back on our next visit to Providence!!! read more

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You're not going to get a better hunk of beef or chicken anywhere else but here. Chomp is the go-to spot when you want a hamburger or chicken sandwich. They have weekly specials and a fantastic craft beer list. Everything on the menu is toothsome, it's hard to decide on what to get. The staff and ambiance are both welcoming and sociable. read more

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This is still on our list of fav restaurants. Everything is freshly made with unique flavor combos. You can taste the Chef's devotion to their craft. The servers we had have made the experience of dining here fantastic. We have never had an iota of anything to fault. This is how it is done. So try everything, it's all delish. Bravo, Complimenti allo chef!" read more

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks - Cocktails - American Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

On the first try, we got the House Burger. The burger was ok but a bit dry- even for my friend who likes them over-cooked...I tried to order the burger medium rare, but they told me medium- it came out more medium well. The flavors were good, as were the fries. My friend and I decided to give it a 2nd try and ordered The Smash Classic. It was delicious and the style lent to a much more juicy burger and not dry at all. Great beer selection and cute spot overall...seems a little trendy and can get quite busy. Definitely worth a try and I will be back for more! read more