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Three giant meatballs from Venda Ravioli
Dan R.

There's a beautiful full moon rising Above the mansion on the hill (Bruce Springsteen) Strolling down Atwells Avenue in the heart of Federal Hill is one amazing culinary experience. Both sides of the street are ringed with restauarants, specialty food stores, delis, and bakeries. We shopped in three stores and walked out with something from all three. Stop #1 - Tony's Colonial where we picked up a bag of Autumn Ravioli with sweet potatoes, pumpkin and squash. Stop #2 - Venda Ravioli where we picked up three giant meatballs, two soft as a pillow and intoxicating garlic scented breadsticks, a jar of Orange Pepper jam, and a container of pea ravioli. I had half a breadstick with that hot pepper orange jam for lunch and holy crap was it fantastic. Stop #3 - Scialo Brothers Bakery where we picked up one apple turnover, one blueberry turnover, one apple twist, one cinnamon twist, and two packages of chocolate macaroons. I know we'll be eating good this Week!!

Antonelli poultry - Rapids ducks, eggs, 12 pigeons, and even geese
Andrea U.

The old Italian section of Providence filled with gourmet shops, bakeries & restaurants. It's next to I95, minutes from downtown & literally uphill. The businesses have been in this area since the 19 century. It's a nice evening to walk around and people watch. The Bakery's have beautiful breads in the windows as do the Italian restaurants.

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The area is full of delicious restaurants and cool shops, but we felt a bit unsafe here at times.

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Massimo Restaurant

Massimo Restaurant

4.3
(1.1k reviews)
0.0 mi
$$$

Visiting Providence and stumbled upon this Italian gem. I understood that Federal Hill is known for…read moreits Italian restaurants and we searched for a place that had a good crowd. Massimo's has street parking or valet. They also take reservations. We came on a Monday and chose to order from their prix fixe menu. They also have a great à la carte menu. Our dinner came with focaccia and olives, a glass of house wine, an appetizer, entree, and dessert for $38/pp. Portions were smaller than the à la carte dishes but enough for us. Between my husband and I, we ordered the caprese salad and meatballs appetizers, sliced strip steak with mashed potatoes and mushrooms, a fettuccine with asparagus and prosciutto with cream sauce, and dessert was the pannecotta and cannoli. Pasta was freshly made and al dente, steak was tender and flavorful. We loved everything. My only complaint that for a large restaurant, bathroom was small. Only one unit per gender.

First off, our server was extremely attentive and kind. He checked in on us the perfect amount…read morebalancing giving us space and time to enjoy our meal, while ensuring all our needs were met. The ambiance is clean, vibrant, and welcoming. The food overall was solid. One star docked because my pasta was over-salted in which I had to scrape the excess sauce on the noodles toward the end. The guanciale paired with pecorino romano is bound to be on the saltier side, but I think the pasta could have been unsalted to balance it out a bit more. That said, the guanciale and pasta were delicious, perfectly cooked. You can tell they use quality, simple ingredients! Their 3-course presto lunch for $24 is a hard to beat deal; however, I may venture out to their regular menu next time. Yes--there will likely be another time!

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Cassarino's Restaurant

Cassarino's Restaurant

4.0
(494 reviews)
0.1 mi
$$

Delicious food and HUGEE portions, my pasta was literally 3 meals for the price of one. The service…read morewas 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.

Had the spicy marg w/tajin rim and it was the perfect alcohol ratio. Calamari app w/garlic butter…read morewas 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.

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Al Forno Restaurant

Al Forno Restaurant

4.0
(821 reviews)
1.2 mi
$$$

Absolutely amazing dining experience from the grilled mushroom pizza to the apple crisp tart with…read moreour server Donny C. as a fantastic ambassador of Al Forno. My sister in law lives in Jamestown and has spoken highly of Al Forno for years with us, but every time we came to visit we couldn't get a reservation. Not this visit! She planned well in advance & the three of us enjoyed a delicious Vermentino wine with our octopus fennel salad and a Caesar salad. Both bright flavors! The entrees were spectacular with a Baked Eggplant and Venetian Chicken that were so plentiful we had to take some of both dishes home. This space is beautiful and Donny made the dining experience very special!

Disappointed... A good friend who goes to Providence…read morefrequently told me I HAD to try Al Forno. We have friends in the area who had heard of the place, but had never gone, so we made a reservation (2.5 months ahead for a 4 some on a Friday, so it must be special...) and finally got to see what the fuss was about. (Still wondering.) We started with what ended up being a high point, "beets and frites." A very interesting take with a lot of frites, not enough beets (5 slices under the stack), and about 2 tablespoons of the lemon aioli. The few tastes of the 3-part combination were great. The frites, crisp and soooo thin, were good on their own. The olive oil that came with the bread was very green (young), with a strong flavor but I was surprised that there was no pepper grinder. I had the (special) cod, which came with a lazy prep of broccoli rabe and OK potatoes. The fish was cooked well, moist and fresh, but I'm still not sure what the flavorless green topping was. Our table also had oxtail ravioli, which consisted of tasty little purses of thin pasta and nicely flavored meat inside. (Probably the best entree, and gained the second star.) The eggplant was unremarkable in terms of flavor of the sauce, and the veggies that went into it did not seem to be very fresh. For dessert, we had rhubarb peach tart and chocolate bread pudding. The tart was mostly crust and very shy on the rhubarb. The bread pudding apparently used Hershey's chocolate powder which was not a great flavor and left a grainy texture. The server was not very friendly, somewhat pushy, and insisted that we order the dessert when we ordered everything else. Allegedly, this was because the dessert is made to order, but we had the impression that it was to expedite our table time. Even so, with all that "careful planning" only 3 of the 4 entrees made an entry and we waited quite a while for the 4th to show up, even after asking. Overall, not a good experience and not a place I'll plan to revisit.

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Pane E Vino

Pane E Vino

4.2
(556 reviews)
0.4 mi
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you really get what you pay for here. this is a "once a year if youre lucky" kind of establishment…read more the kind you default to when its your anniversary and you really love your spouse lol. points of interest: -2 drinks got me pleasantly drunk, but not hammered. the perfect balance. -the arancini was flawless. we both marveled over how it managed to maintain its structural integrity despite being a pile of wet rice in a breaded coating. -husband completely cleared his squid ink seafood dish, leaving only soupy remains. i should have asked to take it home so i could dip a loaf of bread in it. -my pasta was crazy good. ive had so many "just ok" pasta dishes in restaurants using the same damn sysco sauce that i forgot that you can get something novel and fresh. -we both split a cheesecake at the end. perfect meal. service was awesome, as it always is. everyone is so polite and (seemingly?) unstressed to work there despite being slammed for dinner. see you next year, hopefully, pan e vino!

We recently visited Pane e Vino in Providence Rhode Island to celebrate my fiancé's father's 85th…read morebirthday, and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. Our server, Dwight, seemed rushed and inattentive throughout the evening. From the start, we felt like an inconvenience rather than welcomed guests. We asked if we could move to a nearby table that was already set for eight, as our current table was cramped and located in a very tight walkway where people constantly brushed past us. We were told the table was reserved, yet from the time we arrived just before 6:00 PM until we left at 8:45 PM, no one was ever seated there. It was frustrating, especially since the cramped space made our dining experience uncomfortable. Service overall was lacking. Dwight rarely checked on us, and when we tried to get his attention for drinks or assistance, he would quickly pass by before we had the chance to ask. It often felt like we were bothering him. We were not offered water, and getting additional beverages was unnecessarily difficult. The food itself was just okay, nothing memorable. When we ordered dessert and cappuccino, the cappuccino tasted like it was made with spoiled milk, but again, no one came back to check on us, so we had no opportunity to address it. The most disappointing moment was the birthday acknowledgment. We asked for a dessert with a candle to celebrate an 85th birthday, and instead received a plate with "Happy Birthday" written in chocolate, a small amount of whipped cream, and a candle. It was underwhelming and, honestly, a bit embarrassing. We would have gladly paid for a proper dessert. Jacob the busser was the only attentive one there. We have come to Pane e Vino every year for family birthdays because we've always enjoyed the atmosphere, but after this experience, we will not be returning.

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Camille's

Camille's

4.3
(408 reviews)
0.0 mi
$$$

I took my in-laws there for dinner before going to ppac We…read morewere pleasantly pleased with our server,Jay and the food was delicious Swordfish was exceptional. Scallops was cooked just right I am definitely going back

I've been to Camille's 5 times with the most recent time being this weekend for my husband's…read morebirthday. Let me start off by saying the bartenders absolutely need training. Our favorite drink for a night out is a dirty martini extra dirty. The martinis here are NEVER cold enough. They are legit luke warm. So we have learned to ask for them extra shaken here. Not only were our martinis still not cold, but they were clear aka not dirty. We sent them back based on the color and our server brought the same martinis back with a side of olive juice. After trying them with the extra juice they had a dirty water taste to them, almost like the ice used to shake them was dirty, which is ironic considering they were barely cold. I hate to do this but we sent them back again and let the server know they simply didn't taste good and also were not cold enough. He ended up going back and making them himself and they were much better but STILL. It shouldn't be this difficult for a bartender to make a very standard drink. The food unfortunately was also very mid. The table behind us actually sent their food back twice as well and the manager had to come over. It's also worth noting I put in the reservation it was my husband's birthday and there was no acknowledgement of it at all. This restaurant is meant to be a splurge for a nice dinner out and honestly was not up to par at all. $300 dinner for two and I was extremely disappointed. Honestly don't think we will be back.

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My mom always comes beforehand to decorate the table, but look at the view. It's always very beautiful and amazing here.
My mom always comes beforehand to decorate the table, but look at the view. It's always very beautiful and amazing here.
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Anthony's Authentic Italian Cuisine

Anthony's Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.3
(211 reviews)
0.5 mi
$$

We've been coming here for years with and without the kids. It reminds me of old school little…read moreItalian places. No frills and drama. Just really solid, straightforward Italian cooking. In my mind, it's how all casual Italian restaurants must've been back in the day. The stuffed artichoke is a must. Chicken and eggplant parm are both fabulous. One of the coziest spots to visit in the winter and around Christmas. The girls who work here are all so friendly. Definitely worth your dinner plans!

Saw this place on and the great reviews on here and figured we'd give it a shot 2 hours before a…read morehockey game in Providence. When we walked in, it was quiet--3 full tables. We sat down, looked at our menus, and about 10-15 mins later we got our waters. When we ordered our food, I asked if they had capellini for my Chicken Francese. Our waitress responded, "No, we don't, but the closest thing we have to it is linguini...but we also have angel hair, penne, and spaghetti." I was a bit confused; capellini is much closer to angel hair than linguini! Same with spaghetti! Brushed it off and my BF ordered a chicken piccata. Couldn't help but notice that the 4 people behind us (who were there before us) didn't order their drinks or food until about 10-15 mins after us, but they got their food 35 mins BEFORE us (we actually started keeping track, we were there for 45-50 mins at this point). We got our food and my boyfriend was very confused because they delivered a chicken Marsala instead of his chicken Piccata; I didn't even notice. He only orders chicken piccata from one other place, so it took him a minute to realize what he had been served... he tried it, thinking that we could just wrap up our experience since we were already running late, took 2 bites and said it wasn't something he liked so he put it at the end of the table. Unfortunately, I had already finished my meal by the time the waitress came over to check on us. No apology for messing up his order, but a, "oh, would you enjoy this?" My boyfriend was stunned. The piccata came out 15-20 mins after this interaction. I enjoyed my chicken Francese and he enjoyed his picatta. Luckily, our shrimp cocktail and peroni were comp'd but I'm not sure why they couldn't just take the meal off at that point -- it was like $4 extra for something that we didn't order in the first place. We were about 30 mins late to the game that we planned well ahead for. Maybe it was a bad night, but this was not a good first impression. TLDR: Service was horrible, food was good.

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Costantino's Venda  Bar & Ristorante

Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante

3.2
(630 reviews)
0.3 mi
$$

There are restaurants you enjoy, and then there are restaurants that quietly become part of your…read moreroutine. Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante falls squarely into that second category for me. Years ago, when I was living in Providence, Friday nights often meant a trip to Federal Hill and a pizza from Venda to take home. It became such a regular thing that the drive over felt automatic. Even now, whenever I'm on the Hill and trying to decide where to eat, this is usually one of the first places that comes to mind. I've eaten here enough times that I honestly think I've worked my way through just about everything on the menu. That's not an exaggeration. The impressive part is that I can't think of a meal that left me disappointed. Whether it's pasta, seafood, pizza, or one of their specials, the food is consistently good. In a restaurant business where consistency can be surprisingly hard to find, that's worth recognizing. The wine list deserves a mention of its own. If you're a wine enthusiast, you could spend a lot of time exploring the selections here. I know I certainly have, and I'm afraid to calculate how much money I've spent doing exactly that over the years. No regrets, though. The staff behind the bar know what they're talking about and are always happy to make recommendations. The same goes for the cocktail and spirits selection. Friendly, knowledgeable, and never pretentious. Don't skip dessert, either. Every time I tell myself I'm too full, I somehow end up looking at the dessert menu anyway. One thing I appreciate is the parking situation. Anyone familiar with Federal Hill knows parking can sometimes feel like a competitive sport. The valet service is especially helpful on busy Friday and Saturday evenings. If valet isn't your thing, there are independent lots nearby, and occasionally you'll get lucky and find a spot on the street. During the warmer months, sitting outside in DePasquale Square is one of the best dining experiences in Providence. Good food, a glass of wine, live music drifting through the square, and people enjoying the evening. It's hard not to have a good time. One practical note: I'm a cash guy, so it doesn't affect me personally, but friends have mentioned there's a processing fee when paying by card. Just something to be aware of before the check arrives. It's also a great place to stop for an afternoon drink before heading elsewhere in the city. Whether you're settling in for a full dinner or just grabbing a glass of wine and people-watching for a while, Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante continues to be one of the most reliable spots on Federal Hill. Some restaurants have great nights. This place has been delivering great years.

I went to Constantino's yesterday to meet a friend. I wish we had just had drinks here, as the…read moreoutdoor seating by the fountain is wonderful. The food and service were outright bad, and I got very sick. I ordered a Ceasar salad which featured soggy, browning lettuce glopped with dressing, and a pasta dish that had bizarrely sweet vodka sauce with way too much cinnamon or nutmeg in it. It was topped with extremely dry chicken that tasted at least days old if not defrosted from the freezer. My companion ordered a desert of churro-ish pastries topped with Nutella and the Nutella was (again) glopped on so excessively she couldn't eat more than a bit of the dessert. This kitchen really needs to work on their saucing and presentation. But the fact that I got so sick is what prompted me to write this review and warn other diners. There is a big difference between not being impressed by food and being made ill by it. i do not have a sensitive digestive system and this was BAD. We thought our waitress was extremely brusque. She finished our sentences in impatience and seemed to be very unhappy to have to deal with customers. We were laughing throughout our meal about how much she seemed to hate people and how that was not a great fit for someone in the service industry. And someone might want to tell the busboy that asking someone three times if they want a box and then responding, "OK, THROW IT IN THE TRASH??" is not a very appetizing thing to say to diners. He was trying hard but he was not properly trained.

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