Still a restaurant not to be missed. Countless dinners here and they have yet to fail me on any level. Incredible synergy in the kitchen with most friendly, inviting staff. Chef Rick outdoes himself every time, and Steve always has the best pairing with wine, craft or classic cocktails! read more

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Wow wow wow this hole in the wall restaurant is absolutely phenomenal. Situated in a residential neighborhood in warren, you would never expect such a fantastic restaurant. The interior is rustic and very spacious. Definitely a romantic spot. There is also a full bar and open restaurant (which I love!) Our server Alex was attentive and knew the menu well. He was able to make really great suggestions. Apps. Fried cauliflower and ground lamb stuffed pepper. Portion size was pretty large (considering the pricing). Cauliflower was crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. I loved the eggplant purée. The lamb was out of this world. It didn't taste fatty at all. The flavors were clean and the pepper added a great freshness to the dish Entree i got a duck leg (sides are full portions. Mine was on barley risotto with root veggies. and you decide how much duck u want. Since I only got a leg it was only 12 dollars! Wow!) and my bf got the pork Medellin with egg and thick cut bacon. The duck was excellent. Tender and the barley was just fantastic. My bf really loved his dish too Dessert: almond creek brûlée (creamy and delicious. Though the almond flavor was very light) Overall fantastic place and totally worth the drive from providence! We will definitely be back!! read more

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One of the many great eateries leading the Warren restaurant renaissance. Don't be concerned by exterior or neighborhood.

I arrived in advance of my client and bellied up to the bar. The bartender was not overly friendly, but took care of my needs. I felt like I was in Boston. The bartender gave us excellent suggestions for food and wine. He even split up a couple of the "large plates" and the food was incredible. The steak was butter soft and the taste was insane! The pasta also was phenomenal and had a great texture and taste. Listening to the couple next to me at the bar argue was a highlight of the night after my client left. Good times! I look forward to coming back to Metacom Kitchen in the near future! Great work! read more

Oh Warren, you're so much my hidden gem. Driving up to Metcaom Kitchen my girlfriend stated "there's a great restaurant in this neighborhood?" Much like Simone's, MK is not much to look at from the outside but step inside the tiny shack and it becomes apparent that it is in fact a Tardis. The restaurant is well set out for larger (10-12) groups as well as more intimate tables, high-tops and ample seating at the bar. The sound dampening panels mounted to the ceiling were working overtime during our visit as there was both a graduation party and 30-something party...those ladies were Loooooud! This did little to dampen our dining experience as our server Alex was attentive, friendly and appeared to know the menu items, their preparation and the source of the ingredients as well as if he were the chef. He aided in my wine choice as well as a lovely couple of specials; homemade spinach fettuccini with duck thigh and duck liver pâté....sorry Donald! Wonderful meal, great service and an overall perfect night. Eat Well Providence....now go explore! read more

My girlfriend and I ate here on Saturday night and I can't stop talking about how great it was. What was once a dive bar was transformed into a restaurant that could rival anything in Newport or Providence. It was quaint, elegant, and understated, which I appreciated. When we walked in, we were greeted by a friendly hostess and were immediately able to select either two seats at the bar or the one table they had left - not bad considering we didn't have a reservation. I was immediately struck by their decent selection of craft beer, while my girlfriend was impressed with the wine selection. That said, it was the cocktail list that hooked us. I got the Winter G&T, which was made with Gin infused with cranberry and rosemary in house, mixed with the tonic, bitters, a slice of orange, and a cherry. It light and refreshing, but wintery at the same time. We had a really hard time deciding what to get, so we settled on 3 appetizers and 1 entree. For apps, we got raw oysters, polenta gnocchi, and potato ricotta agnolotti. For the entree, we split the coriander and mustard-crusted salmon. Let's start with the appetizers. The raw oysters were a special that night, so I don't quite remember everything that went into them, but the way they were prepared really took the "fishy" taste right out of them. I'm not usually a fan of raw bars (oysters especially) but I couldn't believe how smooth and delicious these were. My girlfriend sucked down the other 4 before I could get to #2, so needless to say she would've gone back for more! The Soft polenta gnocchi was served in a little skillet-looking contraption with braised veal topped with cheese and rosemary. Everything about this dish was perfect. Later on in the evening, we came to find out that the veal (and braised short ribs that I'll talk about later...) is smoked in-house for 18 hours. It was so succulent and tender that you could basically pull it apart with your fork. The appetizer portion had about 10-11 pieces of gnocchi and enough veal to hold me over until dinner. There's also not enough I can say about the potato ricotta agnolotti. There were 6 agnolotti served with, again, a wonderfully tender, pull-apart-with-your-fork, house smoked braised short ribs, some red kale, greens, and in a red wine sauce. The agnolotti was, in my opinion, cooked perfectly al-dente. My girlfriend and I were speculating that the softness and freshness had to mean it was hand-rolled, but I can't confirm that. I think it's safe to say we would've been satisfied to stop there. But alas - we had already ordered the coriander and mustard crusted Salmon, so I guess we had to suffer through it... I'm not a huge fan of mustard, so I appreciated that the lentils, mushrooms, bacon, greens, and sauce evened out the mustard flavor in the Salmon. It was an incredibly well balanced meal. When we ordered, the bartender double-checked that were okay with it being cooked medium rare, which is when I knew we were going to get a perfect piece of fish. It didn't disappoint. It was tender, flavorful, and flaked perfectly with just a fork. Okay, so that's a ton of food, right? We decided to just "take a look" at the dessert menu. Wrong choice. We ordered the pistachio cheesecake, which wasn't at all what I expected. This "deconstructed" cheesecake was a thin slice of cheese dusted with pistachio, served over a half-moon shaped bed of spiced graham crackers and a beautiful dollop of an apricot-ginger sauce. My tastebuds melted. The couples around us got the creme brulee and chocolate ganache, and none of us left a crumb on our plate. Now, I can't speak for them, but I'd say we were all pleased with our choices. Overall, 5 stars isn't even enough. The prices and portions were fair, and the food and drinks were exquisite. We left (two hours later...) knowing we'd be back soon. read more

Mystery monday is a must try. The pickiest eaters (friends and family) loves this fun $30 3 course meal. You tell the server what your diet restrictions are or what foods you will never ever try and they give you a surprise for every course. If you go in a group bigger then three you can try all the course options. read more

It's a simple choice with Metacom Kitchen: Go. The dining room is spare, airy and clean and it's clear to me that the premium dollars to build this restaurant went to the kitchen. It's really good. The food coming out of Metacom Kitchen's kitchen is creative, local and seasonal but also in an approachable way that fits in perfectly for the area. It's the type of place that will have a good fancy-ish burger with interesting cheese on the menu that is affordable. A place that has both import Belgian craft beers and Bud Light. Metacom is forward thinking but doesn't leave behind any of the regular plain Jane good food lovers as well. It's democracy in the kitchen in action, and I'm loving it. Totally worth the drive to Warren. Come and get it. read more

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Metacom Kitchen just served up the best meal we have had since we moved back to good ol' Rhody a little over a year ago. What a gem. East Bay is pretty rich in high-quality dining options, and there are even more if you go down to the Big City, but honestly, there is no need to hop on 195 when you have THIS in your 'hood. We arrived around 5:30 on a Saturday night, sans reservation, but we got a table without any issue. We noticed the lack of vegetarian entree items on the menu, and spoke with the waitress, who came back full of info on what the chef could make for us. And everything sounded so good that it was hard to choose! So I ordered a rhubarb whiskey sour (!) and the butternut squash and mascarpone agnolotti (housemade) with Hen of the Wood mushrooms, braised leeks, and celery root puree. My husband ordered a beer and an entree based on the spiced cauliflower appetizer, with various root vegetables. While they were preparing our meals, we were treated to the most delicious (again, housemade!) focaccia and compound butter. I mean, it was otherworldly. And my drink, complete with floating blueberries that ACTUALLY TASTED LIKE BLUEBERRIES and not little balls of mush, was bananas good. But then. THEN! The entrees came and blew our minds. My agnolotti was perfection. Every element of the dish was thoughtful and divine. The pasta itself was tender and flavorful, the filling was oh-so-smooth, and the additions of vegetables were fantastic. My husband's dish was also delicious, as well as beautiful to look at. We both finished every speck of food on our plates. We decided to share a dessert, because how could we not, after that meal? So we ordered the Marcona Almond creme brûlée and it was also just lovely. Service, atmosphere, and decor were all top-notch. This was one of my all-time favorite meals. Rhode Islanders are lucky to have Metacom Kitchen. Outstanding. read more

The exterior does not do this place justice! My boyfriend has been trying to convince me for months to visit this place but when we drive by it looks like a small cramped space. I couldn't have been more wrong! When you walk in, it's a spacious warm and a great place go enjoy a delicious dinner. The service was good, we had warm bread with compound butter which was outstanding and ordered chicken wings and chick pea fries for appetizers. The wings were juicy and crispy while the chick pea fries were soft and tasty! We were cautious with price and decided to split the hanger steak. Our biggest mistake was splitting the steak. It was so good that we almost got another one. The steak was cooked medium rare and melted in my mouth like butter. The veggies and potatoes were just as delicious. The steak was $24 but I'd pay that every night to have steak like that. We were definitely the youngest people there on a Friday night (21 years old) but that's perfect for me. 10/10! read more

In love with everything about this place. It is extremely peaceful, staff is knowledgeable and food is incredible. It's difficult to choose what to order because I want everything!! Perfect for a date night or ladies night out. read more

If you are looking for a place that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further. The quality of the food is unmatched in the East Bay and beyond. Monday night is Mystery Meal, sit down, have Steve choose your vino, pour your favorite lager, or mix your cocktail with a plentiful sidecar. Request pescatarian or carnivore, then just wait for the three course yumminess to wow you. For the less adventurous, order off a menu stocked with the freshest meats and fish, house-made pasta, homemade pasta, breads, and desserts. Come early as the place quickly fills!! read more

I was in there last Saturday with my wife and daughter. We were extremely pleased with everything. I had the most perfectly cooked steak i can ever remember. Even the veggie side was sublime. There were basil gnocchis in with them. They were incredible. Okay, back to the steak, twas a sirloin that was seared to perfection, crusty with maillard reaction flavors exploding from the outside and medium rare butter-like tenderness on the inside. There was a delightful sauce over top that complimented the meat without overpowering or getting lost. I highly recommend this amazing gem. read more

Wonderful experience last night. Our server Brittany recommended the Duck Fettuccini special and paired a great wine based on my preferred taste. Friendly service. Comfortable seating. Very pretty decor with a open view of the working kitchen. This was a pre-theater meal and the restaurant was able to accommodate our time frame. read more

Went here after reading an article about them opening a new restaurant where the old, "Tinkersnest" was. I was pleasantly surprised on how good the food was. We ordered the Soft Polenta Gnocchi and the Eggs in a Blanket for appetizers. Both were excellent, perfect size portions. The gnocchi was served with a nice, rich braised veal breast that was ridiculously good. The Eggs in a Blanket appetizer consisted of soft-boiled egg, speck, pea greens, frisee, crispy chicken skin and hollandaise sauce. It all worked very well together and was perfectly portioned. For dinner I had the hangar steak. Again, perfectly portioned (not too big, not too small). Steak was cooked a perfect medium-rare and the root vegetables were very crunchy, lightly cooked. The bordelaise sauce tied it all together with the potato puree. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant for dinner. Prices were very reasonably considering the quality and freshness of the ingredients. The renovated space is very nice. Wood floors and a wood bar, very cozy. Service was great also. The only very minor complaint I have is it is a little noisy. The restaurant was full, so with wood floors and a high ceiling the sound bounces everywhere, but this would never prevent from heading there for dinner! My suggestion is for them to put those rectangle sound proof things on the ceiling similar to those at Trafford's in Warren. read more

With Warren having several exceptional places to eat, we had hoped the Tinkers Nest replacement would be among them. We started off with the mussels and the charcuterie. The mussels were good, but the charcuterie was a bit lacking. The cured duck slivers were great, but I feel that's where it ended. There were some staples, like olives and almonds, but the rest was lackluster. A small slice of cheese, some spam-esqe pork products, and some pickled veggies rounded it out. It could really use more cheese and cured meat. I understand the need to be a bit different in the evolving landscape in this town, but no one else offers anything cheese plate/charcuterie related, so no need to change it up like this. I had the burger, which was average. With other options in the area for burgers, don't bother with this one. My wife had the salmon, which she enjoyed very much. It was perfectly cooked, and the bed of lentils were also tasty. The service was excellent, however. Our waiter was very attentive. Overall, I would come back to try something other than the burger. read more

This place mic drops every time. I don't think a review would be adequate enough to describe the importance of this restaurant. Just go there and find out for yourself. read more

Outstanding meal! Place wasn't busy, so much the better for us -- we're told they're busier in winter months. Had duck breast and pasta with lobster -- both excellent. Service was outstanding, literally going the extra mile -- when we had trouble getting an Uber home, our server got us a Lyft, and we simply added it to our tip. Now THAT'S service! Ambience also with the trip. Highly recommended... read more

I have had the pleasure of dining at Metacom Kitchen about 4 times now.... and all I can say is WOW! The food is top notch and the price point is great too considering the quality. I love that it is not formal or kitschy, but rather the atmosphere is simple, because the focus is really on the food, which again I can't say enough good things about. I am a HUGE fan of their coriander crusted salmon, it is always fresh, delicious and perfectly seasoned. My boyfriend raves that their burger is the best he has ever had- he doesn't even ask for ketchup with it, because it doesn't need it. Considering that the restaurant is so new I was actually surprised at how well organized everything was and the staff was all very well informed and all knew their jobs. I will certainly be coming back often, this is my new favorite spot in the East Bay! read more

The rabbit charcuterie was a definite 5-star dish. It was a special the night we came in and, as we were planning on ordering the charcuterie plate already on the menu, going with this one was a no-brainer. All the preparations of rabbit were delicious and very well done (rillette, smoked loin, liver and foie gras mousse, and terrine), the Piave cheese was tasty, and I loved the pickled vegetables and grapes. And they gave you plenty of bread to go along with it, which is always a plus. I hate feeling like I have to ration the bread with a charcuterie or cheese plate. The rest of the menu sounded great and there were a few specials as well, which was nice because the menu isn't particularly large. I ended up going with the salmon entrée and my husband had the rabbit pasta special. My salmon was served over perfectly cooked lentils and had confit kohlrabi and a red wine thyme jus. It was a tasty dish for sure. My husband's was also good, with juicy rabbit and homemade pasta. Service at the bar from Steve was welcoming and attentive. The restaurant itself is located in that weird one-way circle of Warren. We nabbed a parking spot right in front, but as we got there just after they opened I can see street parking going quick. I guess there's a lot across the street but I didn't notice the signage. The interior is simple, and I enjoyed the open kitchen. There's also a chef's table where you can apparently make reservations for a tasting menu. Steve said you don't *have* to order those in advance but it's recommended so the chef can build a menu around your personal preferences rather than just work around what's already been prepped for the evening. There's a full bar with a great mix of unique beer/wine/spirits and the regular stand-bys so as not to alienate anybody. Our beer, cocktail, glass of wine, charcuterie plate, and 2 entrees came to $93. Not bad. In general, delicious, local food in a comfortable, no-frills environment that has something for everyone. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu. read more

I love that it's now hard to choose where to eat in the East Bay. There are so many new options and I'm very happy we decided to finally try Metacom Kitchen. We arrived on a Friday night without a reservation but they were able to squeeze us in. The decor is simple but homey and the lighting was dimmed for an intimate feel. I was excited and impressed by what the menu offered. Just a note that the prices here are more of a nicer dinner out and not really a pop in on a weekly basis kind of deal. Our waiter was great. He was attentive and knew the menu ingredients well and also the wine by the glass offerings for that day. My husband chose the Duck special and said it was delicious. As for me, there were no vegetarian entrees listed so the waiter described to me what they had on hand for vegetables that day and I gave him a few ideas of what I liked and I ended up with a delicious fresh pasta and mushroom dish that I'm still thinking about days later. The beer list isn't very large but they do have a great variety to offer and the Pimm's Cup was the perfect early dinner beverage. We finished the meal with Creme Brulee and an Apple Cobbler. Both were delicious. Overall, we were really happy with our Metacom Kitchen experience and we look forward to coming back soon. read more

Impressive, to say the least! Whilst I polish off my dessert I find hard sharing with my boyfriend, I am so happy we found this hidden gem. Greeted with a big smile and welcomed to the bar fashionably. I cannot wait to come back. The portions are perfect and the meat is tender beyond belief. The drinks gratifyingly delicious. And the ambience is vibrant, full of life and love. A place where people come together to enjoy the night in a cozy, welcoming environment. I want to thank the chefs, because they never get enough credit for the joy our bellies feel! And to everyone else at Metacom Kitchen! Providence Shmovidence! read more

Decided to try out this new place based on friends' reviews. Upon entry, it's a small and comforting atmosphere. Cozy table seating. Friendly host. Love the wooden tables, seats and floors. It's quite beautiful. Who doesn't like fresh wooden decor. As it was a Sunday night, there were only 2 servers on. It took a little while for our server to come to us. But we were NOT in a rush and she was very pleasant. Taking our time, enjoying our night out, this was perfectly ok with my husband and I. We shared an appetizer. Potato ricotta. Delicious. I ordered the monk fish special. So good! The tabulie and the tangerine! My husband ordered the salmon. Although it came out a little more than medium rare, it was still very good. We finished our dinner and ordered some drinks. We also ordered the pistachio cheesecake and chocolate ganache. The cheese cake was great. Unconventional, with crushed crumbs along either side and a deliciously subtle pistachio flavor. The gansche was just add I hoped it would be! Rich, chocolaty, and with a light fluffy homemade cream. Our night out was great. Lovely little spot. Tiny menu, but cooked to perfection. Allison was our, server, pleasant and knowledgeable. Not one question did we ask that didn't receive an accurate answer. read more

After hearing many good reviews of the restaurant, I was not surprised by the great experience I had. The atmosphere was very comfortable and the staff all greeted us warmly. The bartender was very knowledgeable and made an excellent recommendation of their house-infused gin which I enjoyed in a Negroni. My guests and I sampled several appetizers including their charcuterie, the wings, and gold beet salad - all of which were delicious! The chef took time to visit us and say hello, and was very patient when we peppered him with questions. I am truly looking forward to my next dinner there and would highly recommend it to any foodie. read more

Metacom Kitchen - Great beer on tap and a nice selection of liquor and wine. It's a great bar to enjoy a meal at. - New American Near Me - Warren, Rhode Island

The food is ridiculously good, fantastic cocktails, bartender was spot on. just saying you should stop by, the place is for real read more

Metacom Kitchen - Great bar, great food - New American Near Me - Warren, Rhode Island

Amazingly thoughtful menu, expert staff and a warm welcoming environment. The food is unbelievably delicious. If you appreciate good food, metacom kitchen should be first on your list to try. Try one of chef Ricks classes or events held regularly! You won't be disappointed! read more

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I will not go through the details of awesome food, nice environment and great service (Alex) but I will just say that when a foodie like my girlfriend says that she will be back again,, that says a lot, ask for the tasting menu read more

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Wanted to try Metacom Kitchen so I decided to go during restaurant week. It was such a pleasure to actually see a chef preparing our dinner with such care and talent. You can sit and watch the staff work in a gleaming clean kitchen..Great food, cocktails and staff. read more

Metacom Kitchen - One of the dishes during restaurant week.. - New American Near Me - Warren, Rhode Island

This was a great spot for a nice dinner. We celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary here on a weekend trip to Barrington. They had just opened their in-dining seating the day before we arrived. They did a great job of abiding by covid precautions. We felt that we had a nice private little spot for our table. The Rhubab Pimm's cocktail was very fresh and nice to sip on while waiting for the food. We had the duck plate for an appetizer and it was great! We devoured it and almost felt too full for dinner. I ordered the duck ragu and it was nice. I didn't notice much of the duck in the sauce though but maybe it was meant to be more subtle. My husband got the steak and loved it. It was a cute little place and the kitchen was open. It felt like we were eating in someone's kitchen because you could see the chef as he was cooking. The service was great and people were friendly. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for an intimate spot to celebrate with loved ones. read more

Just phenomenal food every time. Creative dishes with attention to detail in every aspect!

This place is a great addition! From the decor to the specialty cocktails, our experience was perfectly delicious. The space is on the small side so I wouldn't recommend dropping in with more than 4 people or a reservation. We had a reservation and we were seated immediately. We started with a round of 322 Martinis and the burrata and charcuterie board for the table and all three items were very good. I ordered the ricotta agnolotti for my main dish and it was exactly what I was hoping for! Everyone enjoyed their meals, the service was great and the prices were reasonable for the high quality ingredients used. Don't miss an opportunity to stop in when you are close by! Yum! read more

We were lucky to have our son take us for a 10 course tasting menu with wine for his mothers birthday. Richard made each course very special and tasted more spectacular with each course presented to us. Our son paired the wines as this was a true celebration. We will definitely return and told many of our friends already. A superb dining experience and well worth it. must eat!! read more

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So good! We had been meaning to come here for awhile and finally made it. Definitely worth the wait! We had the Spanish octopus appetizer and it was so good that we almost ordered a second. Luckily we were able to restrain ourselves because subsequent courses were just as good -- the bolognese with homemade pappardelle and the duck special with spaetzle, sunchokes and baby carrots. Both were outstanding and recommended by our very helpful server who also was able to give us suggestions for wine pairings. We topped the meal off with the dessert special, Space Monkeys, which was a delicious chocolate, banana, pomegranate concoction. I'll end as I began -- so good! read more

We had a wonderful meal. Shared the special heirloom salad- so tasty ! The homemade pasta w lamb perfectly cooked- lamb so tender. Date had the special- rabbit stew. It was so good- not what I was expecting ! Upscale ! Our waiter attentive and checked in w us often. This is a very special restaurant - will be back soon! Thank you! read more

Food was awesome. Make sure you grab the food bar seats. You get to see the chefs work in their craft. They are meticulous and care about the food. It was truly a fun experience. We started with chicken wings which were probably one of the best I've ever had. I had the steak which melted in my mouth. My wife had the salmon which was to die for. A great experience. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Oh wow. When my girlfriends recommended this place post hot yoga - I took a look at the menu and wasn't sure it was a good choice but i went with the flow. We got there early and they were able to seat us early (table of 5 - 45 minutes earlier than our reservation) The waiter brought us bread and we told each other we didn't want bread. the bread and butter is made in house and we asked for more because it was delicious. Our appetizers - eveery one was better than we even expected. the beet salad, fried chicken, tuna (my FAV), Octopus and shrimp + mussel stew. everything - wow. Then our entrees. I went for the braised lamb because i really couldnt decide. everyone was so happy with their entree and the service was good and quick. The cauliflower in my dish stood out to me so much and it was so tasty, even lentils with a light hint of the curry flavor. yummmm. Everything is extremely healthy and delicious. Waiter told us they do a tasting of 4/6/10 of their dishes if you mention it when you make the reservation and sit at the bar. The location has a parking lot across the street. The atmosphere is medium level noise, very relaxed feel. read more

Delicious, thoughtfully presented, expertly prepared. The service, food, and experience were excellent. Will be back. Thank you!

Have never been disappointed here...on par with my top three restaurants; Persimmons, Chez, & Nicks. I really enjoy eating at the back bar/table. read more

We went out as a family of five. We had a selection of starters and entrées. The cooking is fantastic. The menu is imaginative. The chef's understanding of how to arrange flavors to complement one another on the plate is great. This is well worth a trip to Warren to try and is reasonably priced for the high standard of cooking. Thanks for a great night out. read more

Oh, my, God! So.... a very unassuming neighborhood and outside of the restaurant - then you walk inside and you have the first "hmmmm!" moment! Sophisticated decor and then the menu...we had cocktails (sophisticated/genre bending) and then did all small plates - what a great decision! Absolutely unbelievable and not long for Warren?! This is sophisticated (I have used that term a lot!), big city restaurant! Keep doing what you do - people will find you! read more