Good filet mignon. Avoid the espresso martini. Set aside at least 2 hours to dine here, the bar and kitchen are very slow

The first time I dined here during the summer of 2018, I ate the best risotto I've ever had. It was a cheesy, vegetable risotto that had fresh peas and an abundance of Parmigiano-Reggiano. Gorgeous dish it was. The second time I dined here was during the winter of 2019 and I ate the worst risotto I had ever encountered. It was loaded with mushrooms and way too much salt. It might as well have been salt risotto. The texture was also not right. I guess a menu is only as good as the chef that is on duty. read more

A very excellent buttermilk brined chicken and a pot of mussels with coconut, fennel and soy mushrooms are just two of the striking entrees. The half priced wine is a treat. The "No Spring Chicken" cocktail of bacon washed bourbon in a Manhattan-like concoction with candied bacon garnish is alone worth the admission! read more

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First time there last night, sat at the bar, Danny was the bartender , he is a true professional bar tender, super friendly, great drinks. Food was great (ribeye), wine was great, service by Danny was first class, overall a great experience, would definitely go back as well as recommended it to others, Ken McDonald. read more

40 minutes before my reservation Mill's Tavern called to tell me they had to cancel because they had no gas to cook food. I had made the reservations months in advance because I had so wanted to try it. We were early so we were in XO Bar next door for a cocktail. I told the person on the phone it was my birthday and I was afraid, that late, I may not get a reservation elsewhere this late. I was not offered a gift card or even a cocktail for my next trip there as consolation. All I was offered was a chance to rebook a reservation for a future date. I will never need to do that because, unfortunately, I will not be trying Mill's Tavern. read more

Not the cheapest place to eat..however, raw bar was amazing! Best oysters I've had and shrimp was great too. Desert was unique and We enjoyed it. Our waiter was also very attentive and have no complaints. Overall great experience...oysters are a must here! read more

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Been going to Mills for r years, still the same high standards of food and service. Laid back atmosphere.

Whoa! This was our first time dining at Mill's Tavern and we loved it! They have complimentary valet parking which was nice. The inside is warm and cozy. Our server was excellent, I'm sorry I forget her name! I ordered a Sangria and the hubby had an Old Fashioned. The sangria was large and delicious! We opted to not have an appetizer since we didn't want to be full for the main course. The various kinds of bread with dipping oil was very tasty and I couldn't stop eating it. For my meal I had the King Salmon which came with greens. Hubby had the Pork which came with a yummy corn salad type side. Our meals were outstanding! We both cleaned our plates. We also had to try the Mac and Cheese side dish and oh my.. it was addicting! We finished that too! For dessert we had the Panna Cotta, again SO good!!! This restaurant is now on our List and We will definitely be back in the future. read more

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"I could have spent thirteen dollars at the taco trailer and been happier." This is how my wife described her experience at this restaurant. She highly anticipated taking me to a high-end steakhouse to celebrate my birthday, so we sought yelp's wise guidance. But to our surprise, we were disappointed with the selection - we chose to go to the wrong steakhouse. The ambience was five stars, the steak was decent, the desserts were good, and appetizers were ok; but everything else we ordered were bad. Brussels sprouts were overly charred and dripping with bad tasting oil, the wild mushroom risotto was bland, too al-dente, and mushrooms were not wild tasting. When we shared our feedback with the waitress, she responded by defending the food instead of empathizing with my wife's negative experience and correcting the problem. Eventually she did offer to exchange the dish, but my wife declined the offer because of "the waitress' pride." Before our meals arrived, we discussed potentially hosting dinner events at this restaurant with special guests from our jobs, but in the end, we concluded that we will visit another steakhouse. I hope they only had a bad food day, therefore, I will return by myself to give it a second chance. However, my wife is not as gracious because we spent a lot money for bad food experience. shas concluded her visited with this honest review , "this restaurant was not good, it was over priced, and the waitress was rude. Save your fancy clothes and go some where else." read more

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My experience along with my family was excellent! Both with the service and food choices! It's a bit on the expensive side but it was a special night. Very close to Waterfire which was a added bonus. Parking you can choose valet but we opt for a parking lot across the street. Easy breezy! I had a ahi tuna which was amazing sushi style. My other guests had either the steak or shot ribs . Both were awesome. Prepared perfectly! Our waiter was very prompt and friendly. We had a couple of servers that night. They were all great! The tavern itself has a great feel to it. Love the ambience of the place . It's a great place to go before enjoying a night out in the city. It's a definite place to check out. I'd like to go back to check out the dessert menu I've been reading about in previous reviews. read more

Our go to special occasion spot, I've never had anything bad here. Anything that comes off that grill is going to blow you away! Idk how they do it but there is so much flavor in their meat. Raw bar is consistently fresh, and the cocktails are on point! Service is always top notch, we always seem to have this one woman with short short hair, she's great I wish I could remember her name. Bring back the $1 oyster happy hour!! read more

Tom was the waiter. The drink:"seat 7". (He totally made up this name,on a whim, for a customized drink with my name all over it.) Because most of us have to work, I love when I see people enjoying their work. To me it means, they enjoy life(or at least that part of life.)and it makes for a pleasant experience. That was Tom. It was almost closing time but when asked, he said "whenever you want". We did not feel in the least bit rushed, as he carried on an easy,casual conversation with us. He took much delight in delivering delicious drinks to both myself and my friend. Now as we sat at the bar and listened to jazz and blues piped in over a wonderful sound system, I realized how perfect the seating was. Beneath the barstools is a little platform, on which to rest your feet, so your legs aren't left dangling and losing circulation. So for me, along with the lighting,music,drinks and Tom, are a recipe for returning! read more

Fresh oysters, clams and shrimp for a $1 in a beautiful upscale, expensive restaurant. On to a shared magnificent filet ($46) that was prepared perfectly. Paired with the most outstanding mashed potatoes I have ever had. The vegetable medley was unique and delicious. (sides are good for 2 people!) 2 glasses of French wine and fresh brewed coffee...around $150 including tip. (service was excellent) . Not your "regular" kind of place--but it is outstanding. read more

We sat at the bar just to enjoy some late night snacks from Waterfire of raw oysters and shrimp salad. I enjoyed the experience and I would have to say I enjoyed the Canada cup and Rhode Island's oysters the best. read more

This was my first experience at Mill's Tavern and it will not be my last....I had an amazing meal...started off with some North Point oysters and Rip Tide oysters which are from MA. For my entree I had the rack of lamb that was encrusted with pommery mustard which was full of flavor...meat was cooked to perfection and very tender, it came with mash potatoes and green beans....My friend had the short rib braised in root bear with Kamut Grains braised winter greens black garlic celery root purée and crispy shallots, which was also very tasty....I definitely would recommend both dishes.... For desert I had the Nutella ganache...if you like Nutella, then I definitely recommend it... I can't say anything bad about the whole experience, the food is great and so is the service, can't wait to go again! read more

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It is exceptional food and services. Before coming to Mill's Tavaern, I have a skeptical about their limited menu. I love seafood and their menu has a limited of seafood choices, however my son, daughter and husband love lamb and beefs, so we decided to give them a chance. Little a know, the restaurant has a extra ordinary chef who accommodates any food you want it. We had a soft shell crabs for appetizer. They gave us a charcuterie board. For main dishes, I had halibut with a wood roasted asparagus side dish. My son and daughter shared a 32 ounces Wagyu Tomahawks Ribeye with mashed potato and mac and cheese as side dishes. My husband had grilled rack of Austrian lamb. Finally, we had vanilla cream brûlée and strawberry mousse for deserts. The food is so delicious and just right to our taste. The atmosphere is so cozy and intimate enough to listen to music and have a conversation at the same time. We have been so many well known restaurants in RI and MA and Mill's Tavern has exceeded our expectations. Tony, our waiter, provided exceptional and excellent services along with executive chef Ed Bolus. Even though their food seems to have limited menu but every dish on the menu is made with love and attention to great details. We were surprised their variety of food on the menu after We got their and spoke with the execute chef. We were so happy with the services and food that the restaurant has offered. We would love to come back to try other dishes on their menu. Thank you very much for your excellent services and great good tonight Tony and Ed Bolus !! read more

Very good mashed potatoes!! Would highly recommend for date, family dinner, other celebrations!

Everything is just great about this place, awesome food, every orders of my food tasted great and the service was great, we didn't wait too long and the server gave us a lot of information of what to order since we are first timer. It was overpriced but it was great quality. It's more like a fine dining experience. read more

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Start with a Hendrick's basil Gimlet, move on to PEI oysters, munch on a healthy salad, and then gorge yourself on little necks and chorizo served in a gorgeous garlicky broth and perfectly grilled sourdough bread. What do you get? One glorious meal. I had an entirely pleasant experience at Mill's Tavern. The service was spot-on, the food was heavenly and the drinks went down very easily. I enjoyed every moment, bite and sip. The menu is impressive, and certainly has something for everyone. Be it beef, bivalves, salmon or salad, they have it all and present it very tastefully. Anyone who knows me (or merely reads my reviews) knows of my deep, unwavering love for oysters, little necks, chorizo, gimlets, and good service. Well, all of these things were excellent here - excellent. In fact, I can't wait to go back. I'm astounded it's taken me so long to go here. It was wonderful. Wonderful. Throw in the complementary valet parking (which pleases The Huz), and this gal's got a new restaurant to add to the list of The Regulars. Five stars! read more

I used to visit here on a regular basis. Now that I don't live in Providence, visits must always include an evening at Mill's. Their steaks, sides, and desserts are all we have ever craved for when nothing ever completely satisfied previously. And when I am able to stray from my favorite dishes, Mill's gives me more and more to dream about after each and every meal. read more

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Haven't been here in years and I am sure glad we came back with friends to celebrate my wife's birthday. Everyone had a delicious meal and Samatha, our server, was a real professional. It was nice to be greeted by Kate, the GM, and kind of her to send over a special treat for the birthday girl. The bar tenders were real pros as well, and their Lion's Tale Manhattan is a unique cocktail. I do not usually review on Yelp but our experience last night deserved recognition.. Bernie Lambrese Bristol, RI read more

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I was very disappointed in this restaurant. It seems to be stuck in the past. First thing I noticed was the tired decor and the elevator music piped in. It's very dark inside, but not in a romantic way. The food was mediocre at best. Wagyu Steak that was not trimmed of its fat. Macaroni and cheese, which tasted bitter. The real thing that blew my mind was the price! My daughter described it best as a somewhat elevated Twin Oaks - we should have went to Twin Oaks! read more

Best fixed price menu in Providence! $30, 3 courses, no need to wait for Restaurant week, & seasonal menu! 5 star food with 5 star service Service=superb. so impressed. The only other place I've experienced such high quality service was Commanders in NOLa (which btw, is the standard I judge all my restaurants on). We had James & Kyle the manager kept everyone on their game. I could tell this was an attentive, well-run fine dining establishment. Romantic atmosphere, formal service, without the stuffiness so you can dress casually. Great date place if you want to impress. Now the food... Loved everything we had: oysters, highly recommend the lamb, the grains- it's not risotto, but it's not wild rice... Forget the name they called it but it was delish! The best part was their homemade sorbet (get the coconut!). The best part: complementary taste of their after-dinner liquor. Genius! Way to have your guests leave full & satisfied. Every fine establishment should do this. Will definitely be back... Prob every season to taste the seasonal menu read more

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Went to restaurant for the happy hour. Sat at the bar. Bartender was amazing. Made the best cocktails and super helpful with selections to the menu. Host staff were also really nice. We had the oysters, cheese board and shrimp from the happy hour menu. All was excellent. We also had the lamb pasta dish. It was also good and good amount of lamb. Small dish overall for main. For dessert we tried the almond cake and that was amazing. Next visit will be for the steak! read more

I've been several times and have always enjoyed the service. But it is really overpriced - $45 for a glass of wine? ,

It boggles my mind that it took me until now to finally get to the Mills Tavern...probably because it was Restaurant Week and it was an incentive to try it out with some co-workers. This is the same group that owns the Red Stripe in Wayland Square. The inside is super nice, it has a rustic sort of feel but very clean, sleek and modern with low lighting and some nice nooks and crannies. There were 6 of us on a weeknight, had a reservation and were seated at this large round table in the middle of the restaurant. I'll start by saying that our server was fantastic! Of course...I don't remember his name! What I loved about this night is that it was more of an 'experience' than just 'dinner'. It was a three course meal with cocktails, and we were there for over 3 hours...normally this would be totally annoying but here, it was a delight. We never felt rushed, there was plenty of time in between each course to chat with friends and relax, grab another drink, etc. I went with the pre-fix RW menu. The downfall with a RW menu at some places is that they get really cheap with the portions, sometimes only half the normal size. That was NOT the case here. I left STUFFED. It wasn't a part of the RW menu, but several of us got oysters, about 6 each to start off with. They were all fresh and local. I'm an oyster snob and rate these (plus presentation and sides) a 5/5! I opted for the risotto *with pineapple and some crispy pork* as the first course. It could have served as a lunch portion entree. It was a sweet and savory dish that I could have kept eating with this amazing mustard along the bottom. My entree was the duck with some type of berry sauce. It was cooked to perfection, just the right amount of fat and came with this (what was described to me as) middle eastern type potato latke. Holy G--, it was amazing! Dessert was a bread pudding option...I think I was so full that I couldn't properly enjoy this...but I never turn down a bread pudding, and this knocked my socks off. Overall we felt WELCOME, not rushed, accommodated and left feeling more than satisfied. The regular menu for those of us on a budget might be a tad expensive for non RW options, but I know where I'm going next time the parents ask to go out to dinner :) read more

Mill's Tavern is the kind of restaurant that we all dream about: great food with excellent service! Even during these crazy times of COVID-19 pandemic they offer great food for either take-out or dine-in. They provided us with a wonderful 3-course Thanksgiving meal with only a few days notice for reservation! Everything was delicious....we will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant to everyone, especially to all the Brown and RISD families who are visiting Providence or perhaps would like to treat their student/kid to a top notch take out food once in awhile (you can place your order online or call them, super easy and very friendly staff that will accommodate you completely)! Thank you for all your help, Abe! read more

Katie was the bartender that helped us today. Very informative and she makes great drinks. Recommended the mussels and the shrimp cocktail because it was happy hour! read more

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Had a great Valentines Day here. Our waitress Kyle was wonderful, super nice.The decor is very nice, love the lanterns and the stone. I think next time I would like to be in the main dining room though and not in the small room we were in. In short, I wasn't wowed by the appetizers but the entrees and desserts were amazing. We ordered the cobb salad and pineapple pork risotto for appetizers. I thought both were ok but didn't love either. The quality of everything at Mills Tavern is great so that's not an issue but they just didn't really land for me. The cobb salad is a deconstruted cobb that is basically eating the toppings of a cobb salad on a piece of lettuce. Interesting concept but wouldn't get it again. My dining companion loved the risotto but it was a bit spicy for my taste. The bread and butter is very good. I don't love olives but their olive bread was subtle enough to actually be really good The beef short rib and the black truffle gnocchi were perfect, loved everything. Well I don't love beets but that's just a personal preference. Too earthy for my taste, and by earthy I mean they tasted like dirt lol. He loved them though so I guess they are ok for beet lovers. The asparagus side was good but there wasn't enough of it to warrant the pricetag We ordered the espresso mousse and pear galette for dessert, amazing. They also gave us really good free chocolate chip cookies at the end, wrapped up. We were there quite awhile and never felt rushed. They have free valet and the guys are very nice. Overall a great experience. Would definitely return read more

Mills Tavern is where my wife and I like to celebrate our anniversary, we consider it a treat to be savored on special occasions. A upscale steakhouse, it reminds me of the Oak Room at the Grand Hyatt in Tokyo, minus the Kobe beef and Japanese prices. In four trips we have always found top notch service, down to them setting aside our favorite table. We have generally loved all of our entrees and sides - this most recent visit I tried the salmon at the recommendation of our waiter and was very happy - high quality fish cooked perfectly and with tasty but high-end sides. The wine list is extensive. It can be loud inside but we like that. Overall it's not cheap but as they say, you get what you pay for. In an evolving Providence dining scene Mill's Tavern is a reliable favorite. read more

Wow. Just, wow. Word to the wise, book a reservation because they are busy. Understandably so. The food was amazing, and the cocktails were on point. My fiancée, who is a connoisseur of bread pudding, have it two thumbs up! We had the 14oz New York Strip and the Braised Short Rib. The marbelization was great, so much flavor, and the ribs were succulent. read more

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We had what I thought was the best table in the house for a beautiful New Year's Eve dinner with friends. Our server was one of the best I've ever had. He was extremely personable, knowledgable and attentive. The food was unreal good and the wine list was fantastic. You must try the tomahawk rib eye. read more

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Found ourselves Downtown after a somber get together with friends, the dearest and I were looking for an uplifting, enjoyable dinner date. Mills Tavern has lots to turn my frown upside down from superb cocktails to delectable desserts. My husband and I enoyed selections off the prixe fixe "Restaurant Week" menu. Our delightful server, Howard, let us know the prixe fixe is available year round. Bonus. Cocktail menu cannot be overlooked. Enjoyed the Zen master creation of gin, green tea simple syrup layered with delicate fresh cucumber slices...times two,please. Usher cove oysters were outstanding. Slightly briny with substantial meatiness to them. Calamari app was the best we've enjoyed...lightly breaded with crispy cornmeal and a flavorful salsa. The salmon cakes were delicate and complimented by the @aper aioli. Day scallops seared with a side of bok choy were bursting with flavor...juices burst forth with the first cut of the butter knife. The house brined pork loin had a delectable smoky flavor...chefs recommended medium prep could not have been more perfect. Chocolate lava cake? Peach shortcake? No better ending to this great dinner story. read more

I was easily enticed by the menu at Mills Tavern, especially when I noted their special Tavern Menu which offers a 3-course meal for under $30. My friends and I dined here without a reservation on a weeknight and had no problem being promptly seated. Although the regular menu had some really great options, I decided to try the Tavern Menu choosing the Salt Cod Fritters, Pumpkin Gnocchi, and Bread Pudding as my three choices. First off, the fritters were very interesting and tasty. I actually had never had salt cod before, and these fritters were almost like a deep fried polenta-style fritter. I'd say I liked them quite a bit, but wasn't completely in love. I really enjoyed the texture balance of the very crunchy exterior and the fluffy interior along with the yummy sauce which accompanied it. I'd give them 3 1/2-4 stars. For my entree, I quite possibly picked the worst choice. I love pumpkin gnocchi and in fact LOVED the pumpkin gnocchi in the dish, but when reading the title of the dish which advertised a blue crab fontina fondue, I naturally assumed it was a side dish of sorts because in my wildest dreams I wouldn't pair a sweet gnocchi with seafood and cheese. The cheese wasn't overpowering, so the sauce on the gnocchi was okay, but the crab meat was way too fishy with the sweetness of the dumplings. I ate most of it, but separated the gnocchi from the crab. I wished I had ordered something else, which is always sad when you are really looking forward to a meal. Also, I found several pieces of shell in the small amount of crab that was included in my dish. I was pretty surprised that there was THAT much shell left in such a small amount of crab, and no one had picked over it. It seemed that with every bite of crab I found another shell. This dish would get 1 1/2-2 stars. My dessert was easily my favorite course! I love bread pudding and this was no exception (easily 5 stars). My friends enjoyed their dinners as well, both ordering steaks, but they agreed that better steaks are available at other restaurants in the city. While ambiance and service was pleasant, the food wasn't quite good enough to satisfy. I'm pretty much calling my entree a wash. I don't regret trying it because I really wanted to, and at least now know a combination of flavors I would never want to put together in a million years. I would definitely consider coming back here though, but use a little more caution when ordering and not just assume certain items are side dishes as opposed to part of the actual dish. I'm keeping an open mind and giving them the benefit of the doubt that next time they will not fail quite so badly as they did with the gnocchi, and will post an update if that day ever comes. read more

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Visited on September 19, 2014 Great restaurant from start to finish. The oysters were some of the freshest and tastiest I've ever had. Service and ambience were exceptional. My meal, drinks and dessert were all above my expectations. I have to go back again. read more

This is a place that wants to be a high end restaurant, but honestly, they'd be better off as a Tavern. They seem to push their steaks, but they are nothing special. For steaks at that price, you are better off at Capital Grill where the overall food, service and drinks are better. Mill's Tavern overcooks their steaks and the drinks are just ok. The short ribs are excellent here though. read more

Terrible! Ordered the charcuterie, it was pathetic. Ordered a NY Strip medium rare - it was overdone. The service was non-existent will never come back!second time my meal here was horrible! Go to Nicks on Broadway or Chez Pascal or Persimmons. read more

The service is excellent and no attitude. I enjoyed the ambiance, it was a nice blend of old and new. The server was attentive, made some excellent recommendations based on my preferences. She was very knowledgeable about the menu. I ordered the evening special of wagyu sirloin; it was perfectly done to medium rare, as I had ordered. The menu is a la carte, so I ordered asparagus as the side. The asparagus was tender but not over cooked, with fresh shaved Pecorino. Dessert was Affogatto, which is a riff on the Italian coffee. It had the gelato but this was not a drink. The details escape me, I got lost in the deliciousness. Flavors of espresso, chocolate, cinnamon... It was light and decadent at the same time. Definitely happy I tried it. I highly recommend Mill's Tavern. It is a little pricey but worth the splurge. read more

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Excellent meal, even better service. Alejandro and Phil were incredible. Highly recommend their Fall cocktails and filet / sundae !

If there was a ten star i would give it. I'm A big foodie and love a nice restaurant. Every year I get to choose where To go for my special Birthday dinner. It's always mills tavern. They valet and take reservations so there's never any trouble getting in. They have an extensive wine list ranging from a few dollars to a hundred dollars. They have some pre chosen wine flights also. This is what I always get. They are generous pours and always tasty. This is not just a restaurant it's an experience. You will be here at least ninety minutes or more if your going to take full advantage of these delicious courses. They bring over a basket of warm fresh bread and whipped butter. I have to stop myself from eating it all. I had a filet with a chive buere and Gorgonzola sauce. Cooked to perfection with a melange of flavors. Divine. Also a superstar is the mills Mac and cheese. Not sure what's in it but i taste truffle Oil Panko and love. For dessert I had some sort of an ice cream parfait. It had all different layers and flavors. It was amazing. I've never had a Bad meal here. Service is always spot on. Water is refilled at each sip. Everyone who walks by says hello. Our waiter was great and kept checking in on us. I'm surprised by some of the negative reviews and I think many are fueled by the high prices. For the Price conscious they do offer a pre fixe menu. However if your looking for a cheap meal you probably should not Come here. It's a fine dining experience with amazing food and that comes at a price. It's worth every penny. If your looking for a special Occasion dinner or to Really impress a date this is the place. read more

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