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    Kinsmen Tavern

    4.2 (13 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Amuse B.

    The Kinsmen is a mix of college bar and townie bar with enough room for anyone to mingle. Good fries, and a Jolly Rancher tasting shot makes me a fan. If you're looking for a fun shot, they have a house shot, which I forget the name of. It has "in the head" in the name I believe, but if you tell them it's that shot that tastes like a Jolly Rancher and comes with a straw, I'm sure they'll know what you mean. This is a little more than your average townie bar. Don't get me wrong, it has plenty of regulars, but it's not one of those place where people stare at you when you walk in the door. They've got tons of seating both at the bar and at tables and on a bench that lines the bar. They also have a giant stuffed animal in the corner that I'm sure people do dirty things to when they're drunk. They've got a jukebox, pool tables, foozeball tables, and they make some pretty darn good fries. I've only been once, but I walked out with about 10 new friends, which in my opinion, makes this a fun place to be.

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    Great place for a drink and some open mic comedy. Friendly and attentive bar staff. Great time with friends overall!

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    Literally got kicked out because we weren't drinking anymore and they wanted open seats. Very rude.

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    9 years ago

    Friendly atmosphere and great company. Service is perfect and awesome place to have a drink! I Recommend trying it out!

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    We love this place it's kinda like the Cheers of Bristol! Cheap drinks great company and there's never any stupid crap that happens there.

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    13 years ago

    Great bar, always a great time. If you can ever be there when the owner is there, be ready for a hilarious/fun time!!!

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    O’Brien & Brough

    O’Brien & Brough

    4.4
    (18 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Immersed in a community of restaurants and bars O'Brien and Brough stand out for their craft…read morecocktails, and intimate tasting room lounge. This family owned distillery and blending house make delicious cocktails for every pallet type. We had a large group, so there were a lot of cocktails flowing, but the stand out one seems to be the South Side, a gin based drink which had the perfect balance of sweet and citrus. They don't take reservations but since we went at a time right before dinner on a Sunday (there were 15 of us!) we had the place almost to ourselves. I could see this place getting busy on a Friday or Saturday so maybe go with a smaller group than what we rolled up with if you want a guaranteed spot! Lentz_explore

    The last time we went to The Common Pub for dinner, someone told us that a new cocktail place had…read moreopened just across the street. Well, a new place that specializes in craft cocktails is right up my alley. We walked across, found the door, and entered. I was really impressed with the interior space. It was cool and dark. Lots of places to sit with a small bar area where everything is made. The cocktail book is large and has a variety of offerings for every palate. The bartenders were very helpful to our friends who are new to craft cocktails. They stick with vodka martinis. I started with a paper plane, which was very well-made. I then tried one of their specials, the Fig Leaf Old Fashioned, which was fabulous. Everyone had a fabulous time, and we will definitely be back to try some of the Absinthe recipes. I hope my fellow Yelpers support a new cocktail place. We need more of them.

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    Agua Fresca
    O'Brien & Brough and Pivotal Brewing Co shared patio
    O'Brien & Brough and Pivotal Brewing Co shared patio
    O'Brien & Brough Absinthe #1

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    Stingy Alley

    Stingy Alley

    4.9
    (28 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    My friend is a regular at the Stingy Alley, so he took me with him on a Saturday afternoon. I liked…read morethe fact that the lighting was low, with the natural light coming in through the windows doing most of the work. I ordered the Stingy Penicillin since it seemed the most interesting (and because I did not realize there was another full page of options). As promised, it was not bitter at all and very smooth. I also loved that it had a giant ice cube with "SA" melted onto it. My friend ordered their old fashioned and it was probably the best one I ever had - it wasn't overly bitter, but instead had a sweet citrus finish. The staff is really kind and attentive. There are TVs at the bar and also tables all around for larger groups, or for more space.

    What a great place to enjoy a drink in lovely Warren! We visited yesterday after Art Night and it…read morewas our first time at Stingy Alley. I was expecting it to be a dive (I do love a good dive bar!), but Stingy Alley is beautiful and classy, with an amazing cocktail menu and small bites as well. I loved the dark wood decor, the low lighting throughout the establishment, and the accent lights at the bar are so pretty. There are many different types of seating - bar, high top tables, benches, regular tables, and a cute and comfy corner booth with throw pillows, which is where we opted to sit. Service was excellent. I was expecting to have to order at the bar, but Stingy Alley has table service. My husband ordered the espresso martini and I went with the Dubai chocolate martini. Both were outstanding - I could easily have tried a few more of the dessert cocktails, but alas we had a 40 minute drive home so that will have to wait for another visit. Will definitely come back to Stingy Alley - thanks for a lovely end to our night!

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    Interior Bar
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    Pivotal Brewing Company

    Pivotal Brewing Company

    4.5
    (35 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Came here post half marathon for the celebratory race beer and can't say enough about it! Ample…read moreparking in front or around back of building. Staff was quick to sling drinks, plenty of swag available, excellent selection of grab and go beer if in a hurry. Very casual and cool atmosphere. Both indoor and outdoor seating available. Great for groups, reserve for private events, come down for trivia in Wednesdays or keep an eye on their calendar for other events. Building had been beautifully redone and just a chill vibe with some light music in the background that doesn't overpower your conversation. Stop in and check it out next time you are in Bristol!!

    Love this addition to Bristol!…read more The shared parking lot is huge, making this an easy spot to access near other new local businesses - there's food, a distillery, and coffee shop right nearby, making this new plaza a great spot to hop around and spend a day or evening. The taproom here is huge - acoustics can be a little tricky if they have live music, so you may want to check their events page ahead of time if you want to be able to hear your company clearly. That said, I've seen some great local artists here - everything from a 4 person DMB cover band to a solo acoustic performer with an angelic voice. A+ for putting effort into the programming! The beer list is quite long. I love their sours when they have them on top, which isn't always but a good portion of the time. Other than sours their beers are not my most favorite in the world, but still yummy with lots of variety to taste around. It's a great spot to hang out with quirky decor, high ceilings, and lots of events.

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    All Yhings Considered and Fruit Salad
    All Yhings Considered and Fruit Salad
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    Aidan's Pub

    Aidan's Pub

    3.6
    (321 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    This place is a fantastic Irish Pub a block away from the water. It is a short distance from Main…read moreStreet and really must be tried. It makes a cold day even better if you get to sit by the fireplace. Food is wonderful. As with lots of RI places, they have Stuffies ( a stuffed quahog) but they bring it up a notch with their own cocktail sauce. It really creates a new experience. Lots of Pub favorites but the meatloaf is great. Add a pint of Guinness and it is a great day!

    Sad to say, but Aidan's has jumped the shark. On a recent visit it felt like the owners have thrown…read morein the towel and given up. We used to be huge fans and the good was great. Not anymore. We've read of problems they've been having with the township and unfortunately it shows in the good. A Caesar salad was a plate of wilted bits of iceberg lettuce, a few croutons, a sprinkling of powdered Parmesan cheese - and that was it. No tomatoes.It was the quality you'd expect on an airplane. The turkey club used to be amazing. Now it was just OK. Still real sliced turkey breast but old and dry instead of rich and savory. There's a long list of draft beers on line. When asked the waitress said the only draft beer available was Harp. Literally one draft beer out of over a dozen on the menu. We'll sorely miss the old Aidan's, and hope a new owner might come along.

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    Organized Bar Area with many drinks on tap
    Organized Bar Area with many drinks on tap
    Reuben / off the bone
    Reuben / off the bone
    Hello, lunch at favorite Bristol Irish pub

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    Hello, lunch at favorite Bristol Irish pub
    Judge Roy Bean Saloon

    Judge Roy Bean Saloon

    3.9
    (146 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    My husband, friends, and I ventured across Narragansett Bay to Bristol for lunch. We weren't sure…read morewhere we would end up but we found this legendary saloon and decided to give it a try. Our server Sonny cheerfully greeted us, made food and drink recommendations, listened and catered to our allergies, and took our orders quickly and accurately. She went above and beyond to make sure my shellfish allergy could be accommodated by speaking with the kitchen staff and calling the owner. I was happy to hear that the smash burger and French fries were safe for my to eat, and they did not disappoint!!! I ordered a painkiller that was insanely reminiscent of the painkillers at The Soggy Dollar in the BVI. Highly recommend it! This place has many cool historical features that contribute to its charm. If you're in the area, check them out!

    At first I really liked this place and probably would've left a five stars-- before I explain more,…read moreI do still think it's worth popping by for a casual bite. The burger I ordered (bacon cheeseburger with no bacon) was delicious. No complaints there and I will probably reorder. The only problem here was that I asked for sweet potato fries instead of regular fries, to which the waiter simply said okay. Turns out it was an undisclosed upcharge. Not only did he not tell me it would be $2.75 (or something like that) more, but the fries are listed as the same price online. When I told him that, he said that their online menu is really old (this is to say, don't look at it! and also, not sure why they wouldn't update it if they know it's incorrect). Sure enough, the printed menu also said nothing about an upcharge for a different fry, so ultimately I was able to remove the charge, but it was a little awkward and frustrating. My only other complaint is not particularly the fault of the restaurant, but I suppose just a side effect of the laidback vibes. A group of 7 or 8 people came in like 20 minutes after us and was so loud that I almost suggested we leave. My guess is they were drunk, but it was a Wednesday night around 6:00, so I wouldn't have expected that. They were so loud that I was yelling to my friend who was within arm's length. Totally changed the vibe and enjoyment for me.

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    Midweek bar scene
    Midweek bar scene
    Tasty Chicken
    Tasty Chicken
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    The Franklin

    The Franklin

    3.8
    (28 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Enchanting. If you…read morehave not been to The Franklin in Bristol, go! Open for just over a year, The Franklin is the newest inspiration from the owners of Groundswell... and stepping through its doors feels a little like falling down the rabbit hole into a wonderfully grown-up, decidedly French Wonderland. But what enchanted us most about The Franklin is that nothing about it suggests this kind of dining should be reserved for a special occasion. Quite the opposite. This is simply how dinner should be. You dine by the flicker of real candlelight, surrounded by a moody French Arts & Crafts-inspired interior with floral-spun linens and eclectic china, where flowers, pattern, texture, and shadow conspire to create something wonderfully transporting. It is romantic, eccentric, intimate and beautiful, but also remarkably comfortable. The effect is one of permission to settle in, put away the distractions, order another glass, and actually enjoy the increasingly rare pleasure of a long dinner and uninterrupted conversation with the person across the table. And THEN the feast begins. This is French cuisine as it was meant to be experienced: decadent without being excessive, luxurious without being heavy. There is a reverence here for food and its preparation by people who clearly love their craft; the ingredients, the techniques, and the rituals and traditions of preparing and serving a beautiful meal. Our evening began simply and perfectly with a bread basket and sweet cream butter. Then came the truffle croquettes, little bites of tarragon forward indulgences. The filet mignons were superb, accompanied by beautiful boulangère potatoes, rich, deeply satisfying and exquisitely prepared. And because the special truffle and lamb pastas sounded too glorious to pass up, we ordered each to go to enjoy for dinner the next day. Because no proper trip through Wonderland should end without cheese, we finished with a cheese plate that included local cheeses, honeycomb, and drunken fruits along with cappuccinos for dessert. The drinks deserve their own chapter. Our choices: Champagne, an elderflower apéritif, The Franklin Manhattan, and a beautiful Sangiovese were each superb, complementing the flavors of the meal. And through it all, the service was exceptional. The servers are consummate hospitality professionals... knowledgeable, intuitive and gracious, with that increasingly rare quality of people who not only excel at what they do, but genuinely delight in doing it. You get the remarkable sense that they take as much pleasure in presenting each course as you do in discovering it. AND, they speak freely and warmly of their employers' excellent treatment of them, which clearly contributes to the spirit of the entire experience-- VISION LEAKS!!! And perhaps that is what The Franklin gets so wonderfully right. Somewhere along the way, we began treating a long, beautiful dinner as an extravagance reserved for anniversaries and celebrations. The Franklin makes you remember that it doesn't have to be. Dinner itself can be the occasion. Real candles should flicker on the table. Linen should feel beautiful beneath your hands. Unique plates should be uncovered as you enjoy your dish. Drinks should arrive in lovely glasses. Dinner should unfold slowly. Food should be prepared with reverence. Service should feel like an old friend welcoming you to their table. And you should look across at your dinner partner and realize that there is nowhere else you would rather be. The Franklin is a little mysterious, a little romantic, a little eccentric, thoroughly French and completely enchanting. But more than anything, it reminds you of something we seem to have forgotten: a beautiful dinner doesn't need an occasion. A beautiful dinner is the occasion. We happily disappeared down the rabbit hole. We intend to do so again very soon.

    Well i eat out due to my travel about 5 times a week and since I work in New York I get to…read moreexperience some great restaurants. My wife and I came here and I have to say not only was the atmosphere an absolute 10 the food was just incredible and was a 10 also , the chef had a sea bass and lobster special and I wish I was educated enough to describe how good it was, everything was perfect including the charcuterie board we had along with the desserts. Just to add to this experience the staff was maybe the best I have ever experienced , Cara the General Manager came over and not only went out of her way to explain some of the dishes , she had us laughing all night . By far the best dining experience I've had in a long long time !

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    Incredible center table and decor
    Incredible center table and decor
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    Tuna Crudo
    The Franklin

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