We came for lunch on a Saturday without a reservation. For parties of 6 or more, they require a $100 deposit; but the restaurant was quite empty so it was not an issue for us. Server was friendly but missed placing one of our orders resulting in a 15 minute wait while everyone else had their food. Calamari appetizer was quite good. Steak frites was a bit lacking as the meat was dried and lacked seasoning; we had to ask for a side of sauce to get it down. read more

I really was impressed by all of the food quality here. This was my first time dining at the Mare Rooftop and was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere & the food quality. We did have quite later time reservations, 9:45, but we were seated promptly. The server was nice although didn't seem to tend to us much, we were ready to order quickly, waited a bit a few times but everything we ordered was correct and came out just the way we wanted it! Overall, the service was good & would have loved to see more fig flavor get featured on that pizza, however everything was delicious and i would love to experience this restaurant again and would recommend to others. The oysters were extremely fresh tasting and again, very impressed and pleasantly surprised! Thank you for having us. :) read more

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This is the second time that I have been to this restaurant. Just as the last time, I walked away extremely satisfied with the atmosphere, waitstaff's performance, and the amazing food. I was very impressed that halfway through our dinner, the manager came over to make sure we were happy. I cannot wait to go back!!!! Thank you Mare Rooftop for participating in Providence restaurant week. read more

Mare Rooftop - Overnight braised burgundy beef boneless short ribs with buttery mashed potatoes, roasted carrots and sugar snap peas, Bordelaise sauce - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Little did they know I'm an avid Yelper...the food was good and I liked the Roasted Brussels Sprouts. However, the service overall was terrible, our waiter showed up 3 times (generously) and didn't offer bread or a light when it got dark out (yet the manager brought out all the bare necessities to the table next to us: bread, LIGHT, heat!! They also brought our cappuccinos we ordered w our water 45 mins later. Older customers or people they perceived as wealthy and VIPish were blatantly treated better. I work in a high end restaurant as a hostess in Connecticut and have always been told to treat ALL guests equally despite they're status at the restaurant. I came in with high expectations and unfortunately they did not meet my standards. Next time, "Mare", make sure your heaters are working. xoxo also nice view read more

best birthday dinner i could have ever had!!! charcuterie blew my mind and changed my life. such a beautiful spot and wonderful food. such nice hostesses and waitress read more

Mare Rooftop - charcuterie board, calamari, and mule! - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

1st time for dinner and drinks right around opening at 4 p.m. on a rainy Saturday afternoon. 8/4/2018 Upon arriving to the building, I wasn't able to see any real signage, and was a little confused by that. Look up, it's there, I promise. lol The entry is on the corner of the building nearest the Verizon Retailer, and there is Valet parking available though I am not sure what the hours are for that. When we entered the dining room, it immediately opened into a very large, and open floor plan. Very bright. Very clean. Very photogenic. There is a really nice bar inside, as well as a side bar on the outside patio. Swanky. It was a rainy day, so sitting on the patio wasn't really an option at the time we arrived. We ordered several things from the menu starting with the cocktails. My partner, James, had the Lavender Lemonade Mojito ($12), while I had The Bourberry ($15), and ordered the Crispy Point Judith Calamari ($11) appetizer. Our entrees we chose were the Seared Scallops ($29), and the Scialatelli ($21) The cocktails were on point, hitting all notes of the flavors described on the menu, barely tasting alcohol at all. The calamari was PERFECTION, tender, lightly breaded and seasoned, served with a grilled lemon that makes all of it just pop! I could eat a few servings of it for dinner and skip an entree entirely. It's likely I will do just that the next time I visit. My seared scallops were cooked properly, caramel brown searing, and still a bit rare in the middle. They were so fresh that there wasn't a foul fishy smell or taste at all, just the way I like it. The scallops came atop a nice portion of black rice, with roasted sweet corn and crispy panchetta which was really simple and genius. There was a creamy and luxurious Piquillo pepper coulis under neath all of that, making it almost too pretty to eat. His Scialatelli, was to his liking, and something he said that he would eat again. I tried it, but found the noodles to be a little too dense for my liking, as well as the sauce to just be too briny. The clams appeared to be cleaned impeccably well, but I'm not so keen on clams outside of chowder, or deep fried. His portion was very ample, and definitely large enough to take home some left over noodles. *Classy, but casual...you can totally dress up a little bit if you're feeling fancy! *Outdoor seating, with great views *Impeccably Clean *Definitely good for a date night, not so much for kids *Friendly bar/wait staff read more

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Mare rooftop is definitely worth checking out once, I don't see it becoming a restaurant I would visit often though. The view is very nice, better on one side of the building than the other though. The cocktails were very good too, a bit on the pricey side but that was expected for this type of rooftop bar/restaurant. We went on a Friday evening and it wasn't too busy, we were able to pick out where we wanted to sit. They have sofas for groups of people to relax on as well. The only food we ordered was the calamari, it was good but I have had better. Many people around us thought it was okay to take their shoes off as well, I know we're technically outside but... If this place wasn't on a rooftop I probably wouldn't return, but that aspect of it is pretty cool and worth the trip! read more

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Went here for my wife's fortieth birthday and had the best dining experience we've had in years. The service was prompt and courteous, the food was amazingly delicious, and the drinks were fantastic. I wish I could give this place six stars. We will be frequent visitors to this place. read more

Mare Rooftop - Steak Frites with herb truffle Parmesan fries. Best steak I've ever had. - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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We held a private event at Mare Rooftop for 80 people and everything was exceptional! First and foremost, the attention we received from Mare was exceptional throughout the planning process and throughout the event. Top notch customer service. Second, the food and appetizers were terrific, with constant passing too. No one left hungry! Third, the setting is amazing, particularly on the rooftop terrace. Lastly, the cocktails were delicious, specifically the frozen rose. I highly recommend Mare Rooftop for special events and a festive night out. read more

Went here on Saturday for a few bites. It was our first time here and it was a beautiful day in Providence. We didn't have a reservation but we were seated right away and welcomed with a smile. We were promptly brought water, bread, and oil. I couldn't help but notice the roughly 15+ servers gathered in small groups throughout the inside of the restaurant, chatting amongst themselves. More on that later. Our waiter thought was all smiles and took our drink and food orders quickly. Sadly, the food had more misses than hits. Hand-Cut Fries: As I've said in reviews before, fries should be a no-brainer. But Mare's was a miss. Just zero seasoning and they could've used another minute in the fryer. Bland and a lil' mushy. Calamari: The best of the food we got. Delicious. And the grilled lemon was a nice touch. Slow Braised Short Ribs: Not bad, not awesome. Good. Roasted Beet Salad: Not very well roasted, and simply not "enough" going on with it. Like the fries, it could've used a re-think in the seasoning or just some added flavorful elements. Additionally: When we asked for salt and pepper (which to be honest, everything we ordered sorta needed it), I was surprised to see the salt and pepper shakers come out vs a peppermill. This is not a snobby statement. Mare has all the makings of swank. Great design, beautiful roof, and some well-plated, instagrammy dishes. It seems they're going for a snazzy affair...so why not go the extra step and use peppermills? Seems like an easy, more sophisticated win. A final note, as things got busier, the service became noticeably worse for those around us. People were openly complaining about waiting so long to order their food. This is why I mentioned how many servers were standing around not doing much. There was no need for people to be waiting to order food. Maybe a bit more organization is needed. Till then, 3 stars. read more

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Great ambience , food drinks beer selection . More roof tops should take notice as it is a gem....

Last weekend @cassnead , @olliespears and @vice_ant had dinner at @marerooftop in #providence . The restaurant was clean and had a sleek look. Nestled on the top floor of the building. The deck is almost 360 degrees of unstructured views of Providence. Let's get started with our review of this location. Overall we had a pleasant experience. I ordered the Something Tiki - Plantation pineapple rum, coconut pure, Campari, lime and pineapple juice. I wasn't impressed with this drink. So I ordered my usual Bigg Daddy O drink for @cassnead and I. @vice_ant ordered Derby Drink - Bulliet bourbon, honeydew melon syrup and muddled mint. @vice_ant thought the drink was okay . Sandy ordered the Cool as a cucumber - kettle one cucumber and mint vodka, fresh cucumber juice, lime, simple syrup and soda. She didn't like the drink at all. Let's move on to the appetizers. The bread and spicy olive oil was a hit. We had 2 rounds of the bread . We ordered Roasted Brussels Sprouts- Granny Smith Apples , caramelized onions , bacon lardons, soy & maple syrup reduction. This dish was a big hit, full of flavor. The apples and bacon was everything. Our main course: @olliespears Braised Short Rib - this dish was delicious, the meat was soooooo freaking tender. Great dish. @cassnead Scallops & Polenta- she enjoyed the meal @vice_ant Mare Strip Loin - the dish was simply amazing. I snuck a bite of the steak . @vice_ant loved this dish, he didn't saying one word while he devoured his meal. @smiley1016 ordered Lobster Mac and Cheese - the dish was small but full of flavor, she enjoyed the dish. #rooftop #food #foodporn #foodie #foodphotography #foodstagram #foodpics #providence #eastsideofprovidence #cucumber #mint #cocktails #steak #bacon #brusselsprouts #coconut #lobster #macandcheese #titosvodka The desserts were okay, I'll pass next time on the desserts read more

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We came at 4 pm on a Sunday night and had a great view of the sunset at 4:30. My friend and I shared a Shrimp and Pesto Pizza and the Scallop and Gnocchi. While we were ordering, we mentioned that we were sharing and they were kind enough to split our scallop portions without us asking, which was very much appreciated. The pizza was great and not too heavy, but I wish it was more flavorful. The scallops and gnocchi were extremely good and I would highly recommend ordering. All of the staff were super friendly and were wearing masks as well. read more

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Came here for dinner with a reservation but still had to wait half an hour to be seated. The service was amazing - our waiter was extremely attentive. The food was pretty good (the mac and cheese was okay) and the ambiance was great. The view is also very pretty and the parking was easy! read more

Mare Rooftop - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Cool new spot! Really easy to find with a parking lot next door and complimentary valet out front. I'd heard that this was being built awhile ago and it got here just in time for summer. The majority of the space is under a roof but the outskirts are in the open overlooking providence. We got lucky and sat right near the edge on a weeknight after work. There was a mix of people inside - lots of business professionals, friend groups, and couples. For a Wednesday it was pretty busy but not overly crowded. Our waitress was so so friendly and took her job really fun and lightly. We got some drinks and apps for our table. I had a glass of rosé which was a great choice, and my cousin had the lavender lemonade which was tasty too. I wasn't in love with the food but I did like the beet cured salmon and the calamari was ok too mostly because of the sauce it was served with. The pizza, baby kale and pesto, sounded really good but there was something I didn't like about it. When I visit again, I'll probably just go to hangout and have some drinks. There's some lounge couches that would be fun to sit in with a group of friends. It gets chilly up there especially on a windy night so bring a sweater! I didn't see any heaters or fire pits up there (yet). read more

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Pretty expensive but the food was really good, I would recommend trying the gnocchi. and if you're looking for something pretty to order, the shrimp cocktail makes for a great picture. Loved eating outside on the rooftop but there's not much of a view for being high up.. just of the parking area from a lot of the tables read more

Mare Rooftop - Shrimp Cocktail - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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If the sign about the dress code doesn't deter you, the overpriced and underwhelming food will. Mare has great potential with its rooftop views, unfortunately, it doesn't deliver. As Rhode Island reopens, and Mare is one of the few lucky restaurants that has a dining room large enough to accommodate indoor dining in line with the current regulations, I counted 5 staff members who were not wearing masks, or thought that tying a napkin around their neck would suffice. The food, while not terrible, is mediocre at best. The portions are small (and expensive). Most notably, the $14 poached egg caesar was a soggy mess of wilted romaine and a couple breadstick croutons. At the end of our meal, the server added an automatic 20% gratuity to compensate the staff for working during the pandemic. Generally, we tip 20% anyways, but this is something that should be mentioned to patrons before, not after the meal. Maybe they could put up a sign along with the dress code. read more

Fantastic food and atmosphere. Loved the staff, view and the mood music! Gypsy Kings? read more

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I had high expectations and have heard good things. I had a gift certificate to use otherwise I probably would have went to Capital Grille or Hemingways. I made 5:00 reservations and was texted that table was available at 4:45. Parking on street was easy to find but they also have a private lot. No valet because- COVID. Our table was right next to bar- no views- far away from window and wobbly table. Our server found a wedge and fixed it. They had a special valentines day menu (see in photos) It was 75 per person and you could upgrade meals (tomahawk steak extra $50- cheeseboard extra $24). My husband wanted the steak but everything else on menu I had no interest in. I mean $200 for two crappy apps, mediocre dessert and some steak? Meh. The couple next to us looked stunned when they saw the bill. I saw her mouth "wow". It was hard to understand pricing- I asked waitress to clarify. We opted for regular menu. He ordered strip steak with mashed potatoes, broccolini and (retches) bone marrow. I opted for short rib, mashed and roasted veggies. His steak was a very large portion. Requested medium and mostly medium- one portion rare. They cooked it more but unfortunately overcooked to well. It was still really good. Broccolini was burnt. Mashed potatoes were room temperature. Bone marrow was probably the most revolting thing I've ever seen served to anyone. I can't even describe the slimy, disgusting mess. I couldn't watch him try it. Just awful. Why? It was served on a hunk of wood. I'm a nurse so it skeeved me a little. Wood is porous- how do they get this clean? They don't. My short rib and roasted veggies were flavorful and delicious and served on a plate. My mashed potatoes also lukewarm. We ordered dessert as well. The nutella creme brûlée was bland and lacked Nutella flavor. The hazelnuts on top made it more palatable. Not awful but not worth the calories. My husband's cookie skillet was served in the worlds tiniest skillet and middle very undercooked. Our server said it was egg free so at least the worry of getting sick wasn't there. It was served with vanilla gelato and he seemed to enjoy it nonetheless. His cup of milk was also smallish. I would prefer Chelos willy wonka sundae. The cappuccino was on point. Our bill came to $100 which was extremely reasonable. Our server was very attentive and nice. Overall just okay. I may return if menu changes this summer and request seat near windows or outside. read more

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Mare is amazing!! What a great addition to Providence, the views are awesome the decor is great and the food is fabulous. We had the octopus, beet salmon and buratta for apps and the gnocchi for dinner. Everything was delicious. The only thing I would suggest to management. Is the packaged butter is soooo cheesy, that needs to go. Either whipped butter or olive oil. read more

Mare Rooftop - Octopus app - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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The menu is not friendly to those with dietary restrictions, and it's also super deceiving. I ordered a dish that did not say it had pork or any meat aside from fish, so I was surprised when I received my meal and there were pork chunks throughout. The waitress then made me aware that the vegetables were also cooked in pork, and apparently this was the case for many menu items thus being difficult to find a suitable dish. read more

Love Mare. Good COVID spaced seating and dividers, exceptional service and very, very good food! Would highly recommend. read more

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I have given this restaurant six tries over 5 years... Literally the worst service I've ever had at any eating establishment in my entire life. The absolute worst. SIX times. Consistently awful. Will never go there again. read more

We have been multiple times. Cool atmosphere on the roof. Great views. The menu should please everyone. The pizza is phenom. They have a cool pizza oven. Everyting is prepared with a flair towards exciting your taste buds. We are glad we finally been there. The wait and bar staff are very friendly and engaging. Even management runs around helping. Glass and bottle wine list is very good. The coctails looked pleasing. The outside area also has warmers so you can sit there this time of year. Give it a try. read more

This was my first visit to Mare, Rooftop. Suffice to say the experience was tragic. The restaurant itself has potential: it is on the east side, perched on a roof top, spacious, with an outdoor seating area and nice view. There is valet parking and the staff are welcoming but that is where it ends. Our waiter seemed uneasy when asked for recommendations but, to his credit, remained pleasant throughout the debacle of the meal service that followed. Our orders were taken and we were later informed that one of the items was no longer available (the 'Barnish Farm Corn Hen'), unusual since we were there early. I ordered the 'Dry Aged NY Sirloin' to be cooked medium and once arrived it was well done and frankly chewy. I was unable to eat it, had it returned and the second version arrived and looked frankly raw and 'unwell'. The quality of the piece served left a lot to be desired. The accompanying french fries were luke warm and the vegetables highly salted. This was then sent back at which point I made a decision not to continue to consume an entree. My companion ordered the grilled chicken arugula salad which was average in presentation, the chicken was overcooked and dry, the vegetables appeared tired. The manager on duty did come to apologize and did not want to charge us for the meal but I insisted on at least covering something so that I could leave the waiter a tip as none of this was his fault. Quite honestly I do not know how this restaurant expects to make it. Things were so bad that we had to go to a second place for dinner which thankfully was excellent. read more

Mixed emotions about this place. Firstly, I'm glad there's another rooftop place in Providence. The views are pretty good. Food was 50-50. Came here on a weekday early in the evening. There was plenty of space and got seats at the bar. They have a good selection of wines and beers. The bartender was pretty good. Got the Poplette meatballs, marinated olives and the octopus. The first two were not great, the former had no salt and the latter was unremarkable. The octopus on the other hand was quite good, crunchy on the outside but tender inside. Overall decent experience. They have valet parking available. read more

I never go out of my way to leave bad reviews but I was shocked by how bad the food was here, especially given the prices on the menu. I'm really surprised by the good reviews that this place has... I will say, the staff were kind and accommodating, and it is a nice interior, but the food really isn't very good! Just want to help out other people who might be looking for a nice restaurant. I'd definitely check out another place. We ordered three entrees -- the steak frite, the half chicken, and the bolognese -- and they were all very bad -- bland, bad texture, not cooked or seasoned properly. read more

Good food and service but it is overpriced don't come here if you don't have $ to spend!

We had the best dinner, drinks, dessert, service and views at Mare Rooftop when visiting Providence, RI last week! All I can say is, "you won't regret the dining experience at Mare Rooftop!" We will make this our tradition when visiting Providence! read more

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An absolute fantastic dinner with friends! We had Genesis as our server the evening couldn't have been more perfect. Her attention to detail and making sure we had everything without being over baring was amazing. The food was absolutely delicious and the courses well timed. We had originally booked an outdoor table but had no issues being accommodated inside when the weather did not cooperate. read more

Do not order an online gift card from this restaurant. I ordered a $200 gift card online for my father for his birthday on Monday April 17, 2023. I paid $6.99 extra to have a physical gift card shipped out to him as they do not offer online ones, and was told I would be notified when it was shipped out via e-mail and get tracking updates. It's now a full week later and I have not received any notification that it has been sent. I have written two e-mails to Ron to get a status update on my dad's now very late birthday present, and also left two voice mails, one with a hostess who took down my information and said the manager in charge would call me back today 4/24/2023 and also left one on their voicemail system. At this point, I just want a refund so I can buy another gift card at another restaurant that he can actually use. Their customer service and communication has been terrible. It's too bad as the place looks beautiful and my dad was looking forward to trying them out for the first time. read more

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Great Ambience Wonderful staff, very attentive Drinks/cocktail 3.5 stars for making it strong.( most restaurants it's mostly for example, 3 parts juice and 1 parts alcohol) If they had a good mixologist then I'm sure it could be upwards of 5 stars. Food - ONLY ordered appetizers. Beef short ribs -tender with wonderful flavors. Octopus- nice char and very tender Seafood tower - oysters very small as was little neck clams and didn't taste as fresh. Definitely not worth $75 Calamari- just battered and deep fried with no seasoning. Dipping sauce was ok If you're in the area and want something new relaxing rooftop while you're enjoying your dinner and drinks then give this place a try. Price - total bill a little over $200 with tips $240 for 2 beers and 3 cocktails and a few appetizers is a bit pricey but isn't too bad while enjoying dinner and drinks on the rooftop. Rooftop - the bad ( not much of a view) read more

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My wife and I stopped in for a quick appetizer and drink before heading off to nearby party. What a great place. The atmosphere, service, food and drink made it hard to leave. We just had to stay for a second appetizer and drink. Planning to return soon for a full dinner effect. read more

Never again. Avoid. The two day old thrice reheated ciabatta on the charcuterie set the mood. Service so rude it wouldn't be believed. And ask for the itemized bill and check it for accuracy; it's that kind of place. On a positive note: the middle aged woman at the front desk and the younger folks serving from the kitchen were welcoming and helpful. read more

Really cool spot in Providence's Wayland Sq. Drinks were very good and service was up to par. Pretty views of the city and a cool ambience. I had the lavender lemonade mojito, which was delicious! And the hubby had the rose. Would definitely go back. read more

Came here for a dinner party. The atmosphere is amazing with great city views and modern decor. The drinks were prepared well and not weak. These aspects would be the only reason I would come back. I had some type of fish entree with sushi rice. The fish was undercooked and tasted like someone just put salt on it as a marinade, no other good flavors at all. I ate 3 bites and pushed my plate away. So overpriced and not worth it at all, I would've rather eaten a fish fillet from McDonald's. The bill was $120 for 2 entrees, 1 app and 2 drinks. Worst $120 I ever spent in my life. read more

Got takeout so I guess have to keep in mind it's not the same as it would have been in the restaurant. But- my salad did not come with all it said it would and was drenched in dressing. The pasta I got lacked flavor. The Brussels were good, but nothing special. I definetly need to check out mare in person but I'm still disappointed especially for the price I paid! read more

This is our second adventure here at Mare Rooftop. We started off with a nice glass of wine. My dining companion was unsure of a white wine, so our waiter Caleb offered to surprise her with his selection. The wine he chose was bright, crisp and refreshing on this humid night. We order a burrata salad with tomato confit, and a Cesar with poached egg and anchovy. Both excellent.. we also ordered a side of truffle fries to share.. absolute heaven! The service Caleb offered was nice, the pace of our dishes and him checking in was spot on. We didn't feel rushed at all. Since it's the Fourth of July, they were trying to seat everyone throughout the evening. At one point, the four top table next to us, was split into two- two top tables, which put the table uncomfortably close, so close that the wait staff could not pass by, even our waiter was concerned. Mare is new, and still needs to work out the kinks. The rooftop is incredible! read more

Mare Rooftop - Buratta salad and hand cut Fries with Truffle oil - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I love this place, excellent food and perfect environment to celebrate any occasion. I love the octopus and paella. read more

This place is a must try. Not only because of the great rooftop vibes but the food was AMAZING. The charcuterie board was just PERFECT. The picture won't do it justice but it was a great mix of every little flavor you can mix cheese with. The rigatoni Bolognese was so full of flavors, the meat was incredible. My bf got some sort of seafood soup type thing(mare cioppino). Definitely a 10/10 recommend! read more

Mare Rooftop - Mare Cioppino - Seafood Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island