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    Heidi S.

    Needle & Thread has been on my list of "must try" places for awhile, and we finally made it there for dinner over the weekend. We made a reservation and arrived at 6pm and there was only one other party seated in the restaurant. It did fill up later on. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing, with enough of a hum to be comfortable. Our server was very friendly, brought us water, and took our drink orders, but then we sat, and sat, and sat for about 20 minutes before our drinks arrived. My husband's beer was good, my cocktail "Ripped Seams" was delicious, but my friend's cocktail "Sundress by the Campfire" arrived with the glass just half full. For $15, at least fill the glass, please. Our food orders were eventually taken and we ordered the nachos with beef, the rib eye steak tacos, and the Royale with cheese. My oh, my! All of the food was absolutely delicious! I would order each of these items again in a heartbeat. Prices were very fair and portions were good. While we were eating, our server was overly anxious to clear our plates. She came by 3+ times and asked if she could take dishes and glasses that we were still enjoying. This was pretty annoying and also gave us the feeling that we were being rushed out. So, I would give the service at Needle & Thread a 2, and the food a 5. I guess that averages out to a 3? I might come back since the food was so good, and maybe next time we'll have better luck with the service.

    Passion For Days Spritz
    Stephanie T.

    My friend and I have been wanting to go to Needle & Thread for a long time now so we were so glad we finally made it! Needle & Thread is located on Peck St. Metered street parking is available. When you open the door to Needle & Thread and wind down the stairs, you are transported into an underground world that is a classic speakeasy style cocktail bar and restaurant. The underground nature of the bar gives it an alluring atmosphere where people can have a romantic night out or share a private conversation with friends since there are several nooks where you can score some seclusion. My friend and I chose a couch. During the time we were there on a Thursday night, only a few people were at the bar and two tables were occupied. The menu can be accessed by scanning the QR code found on the table. The menu consists of cocktails, tiny plates, snacks, and even entrees. On Thursdays and Fridays from 5pm to 7pm, there is "Appy" Hour where appetizers are half off. My friend and I ordered the seasoned fries for $5 and Rhode Island calamari for $9. The fries and calamari were crispy and the sauce was very good. The portions were a good size too. For drinks, we had Passion For Days Spritz and Harvest Margarita. The Passion For Days Spritz had passion fruit juice, aperol, prosecco, and club soda. This drink was delicious and it was very smooth. The Harvest Margarita had Mi Campo Blanco Tequila, apple cider, triple sec, and lemon. This was stronger than the Passion For Days Spritz, but still very good. I feel like I could drink many Passion For Days Spritz. Service was wonderful. Nicole was our server and she was very attentive. Needle & Thread wasn't too crowded for a Thursday night and it was quiet enough for my friend and I to have a conversation. My friend and I had a wonderful time. I can't wait to come back to Needle & Thread!

    Marie S.

    I'd definitely come back to Needle & Thread the next time I'm in Rhode Island. It seems like a popular spot for both drinks and food. The drinks were great, and the waiter was incredibly kind, she even adjusted my drink when it came out a bit too spicy, which I really appreciated. The calamari was a little on the salty side, but still tasty overall. I had a great time here, it was great vibe and would absolutely return!

    Vivian A.

    My friend and I visited Needle and Thread during happy hour (Thursday and Friday from 5-7 PM), and it had such a nice vibe! We ordered the French fries and calamari both were great. For drinks, I got the Passion Fruit for Days Spritz, which was delicious and a little dangerous because it tasted just like juice! Our waiter was super nice and checked in on us often, making sure we were all set. I also loved the variety of seating you can sit at the bar, in a booth, at a high table, or even in a cozy nook if you want a bit more privacy. Definitely a great spot to unwind and grab a drink!

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    Samantha C.

    I hadn't been here in a few years, so my friends and I decided to go here for drinks and dinner to catch up around the holidays. Since my last visit, they had changed around their dinner menu a bit, and it was great. I had a Caesar salad with blackened chicken, which was very yummy, as well as some fabulous french fries. The fries were seasoned in a way that they tasted like BBQ potato chips (yum!), and were great paired with the mayo (as recommended by our amazing waitress). If just going for drinks, you cannot go wrong with any of the espresso martinis. Paired with the dark wood and velvet decor, it is the perfect location for a date, drinks with friends, etc. Coupled with the great service, I would definitely go again.

    Anastasia S.

    Had a girls night tonight and always looking for a fun place with nice fun cocktails! We came here packed but they accommodated us and grabbed another stool for the bar. CJ the bartender was AMAZING! He was attentive to us having water and made sure once drinks were done asked what we might like next and made some amazing suggestions! I had - Velvet Noir which tasted like a liquid chocolate covered strawberry - Sundress By Campfire which is great and light gin drink! - Fruta Y Fuego which was a nice spicy kick

    Dania J.

    Looking for a speakeasy with good drinks while in Providence for the weekend for my brother's wedding. I came across Needle & Thread and it did not disappoint! First off, I had a reservation for a party of 5. We were running late and when I called to inform them, they were super accommodating and sat us as soon as we arrived. To sip, I had the Father's Old Fashioned which was a play on your standard old fashion with chocolate bitters and espresso. It was so good! Needle & Thread was an unexpected vibe. They played mostly R&B, hip-hop and some Afrobeats. After 11, a DJ came through and it got packed pretty quickly. When in Providence again, this would definitely be a spot I'd come to again.

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    Diana C.

    The drink was really tasty. The servers were lovely and friendly. The ambiance was really cool and on vibe with the speakeasy. Would recommend!

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    C P.

    Needle and Thread is such a cool little spot with great speakeasy vibes, friendly service, and food that seriously delivers. The Loose Button Sandwich was total perfection. The seasoned fries were crispy, golden, and sprinkled with this light BBQ-ish magic dust. They were addictive in the best way. If you're looking for a fun place to eat where the food actually lives up to the hype, this is it.

    Kristen S.

    Love it! Love the lightening, the seating and the drink menu. Food menu looked good too but will have to come back to try that. Bartenders were sweethearts. Lots of parking nearby on a Sunday night.

    Inseam- wow! Bourbon, vanilla infused Aperol and a spritz of absinthe.
    Jen W.

    Oh my goodness! We arrived relatively early and were the first to sit at the bar. Located down a flight of stairs, a hostess will seat you at a table, or seat yourself at the bar. Two gender neutral restrooms are behind the hostess stand. A small group of tables is tucked in a square area to the right as you enter and a bar that seats about 8 (I didn't count them)) is straight ahead. Because we were there before the crowds, we had the staff 'to ourselves' so to speak and we had a roaring good time with them. Their cocktail menu is so interesting. I want to try them all. We asked who their mixologist is and was told they all make suggestions and work together to craft the perfect cocktail. After sampling my beverage, I can say very well done. I chose the 'Inseam', a mix of bourbon, vanilla infused Aperol and a spritz of absinthe. So much happening in this cocktail. So many layers, start, middle, finish. It was an excellent first choice for me. As we literally came in for 'a' drink, we left just as the crowds were picking up and our new bartender friends were getting super busy. We will be back.

    Pear and Ginger Side Car
    Leah S.

    Let me first say the ambiance here is unique and relaxed with a cozy, moody industrial feel. Our server was helpful with cocktail and appetizer suggestions, she was busy but still attentive. My partner ordered the Ginger Pear Sidecar and I ordered the Fruta Y Fuego, both had a good balance of alcohol to mixers and both were really good, see pictures for cocktail envy! We just stopped by for drinks but plan on returning to try the Local Mushroom Ramen, Poke Tacos and Cortland Crumble which sounds like a spin on an apple crumble. We did share the asparagus fries which were crispy, salty and delicious. I don't see them on the menu anymore, unfortunately. With an interesting looking menu, it looks to be a good spot for a delicious meal, comfy lounge and listen to live music.

    Dennise K.

    I have been wanting to check out this space for awhile amd it is a great spot to meet upnwith a friend or honey. The Manhattan I had was Amazing. The service was friendly and lovely.

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    Drinks were good. Food menu isn't to big though. I wouldn't recommend coming here on an empty stomach.

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    Great vibe, friendly service, creative cocktails. 'Appy Hour deals are great. Seasoned fries are yummy. Live music is a nice touch.

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    Drinks are amazing; music, crowd, ambiance, and service are just exceptional…read more The winter gimlet is one of the best cocktails I've ever had. I continue (& will continue) to come back here specifically for this drink!!

    Interesting cocktail bar that under delivered. The place definitely doesn't have a warm inviting…read morevibe, it's cold and dark. Really could use better lighting and aesthetics. Not the kind of place I really want to sit in and enjoy a cocktail. Dungeon like. The music is loud hip hop, not something I mind, but worth noting if thats not for you. I sat at the bar, and honestly didn't feel like it was super clean. I don't think the counter had been wiped down for a while. Staff were doing their best but seemed overwhelmed on a Saturday night. I was watching them make the cocktails and did not feel like it was very sanitary. They've got one small sink they're rinsing everything in, they were chucking stuff, literally chucking and slamming metal. They were dumping out people's drinks into the same side of the sink and then rinsing in the other side. But stuff was splashing into what should be the clean side. It's not a good setup for a cocktail bar. The cocktail menu had 8 drinks on it, 2 they were out of. Nothing had whiskey in it. I got a drink called Darjeeling something. Really didn't like it, didn't taste balanced and it looked different than someone else's who ordered the same thing, not sure if the bartender forgot an ingredient. The bartender also wasn't tasting the drinks which I usually see to ensure it was made correctly. This one had curry in it as a listed ingredient and it was just way too strong a flavor. It was a rum drink with some mezcal but it just tastes like mezcal and curry powder. The place was pretty busy but people were coming and going frequently. There's only one bathroom which really isn't enough for a bar. Seems like there's potential here but I didn't like the menu offerings and the sanitary concerns leave me with no desire to come back here.

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    TLDR: Ambience: 10/10…read moreFood: 7.5/10 --OPTIONS FOR EVERYONE! DRINK: 10/10 Friend and I needed a place to go after a community event. A lovely woman in the restroom overheard my friend and I unsure on where to venture, and she suggested this place! Moody and welcoming. Absolutely loved it. We went in ~10:45 on a Wednesday pm. Apparently they do live jazz weekly as well, but we'd come too late. A handful of bar patrons, a couple making out in the back of the dining room at their cute table, a lovely bartender, me& my bff. We really hit the jackpot for ambiance last night. Decor in there is so cute. I wish I took a picture of the table lamp on the bar. It was embellished with beads hanging on the rim of the shade. Our drinks were top notch. Mine was a citrus vanilla profile and hers was a savory martini. The sandwich, I had one bite of it was yummy. I don't like imitation lunch meats though. CATFISH was breaded and fried fabulously. Not oily. Crispy and crunchy. So happy to have discovered this place! The bartender told us they just celebrated 6 years of business!

    Ambiance was perfect from the moment we walked in. The decor is beautiful, and the staff was…read moregenuinely kind, welcoming, and attentive, which made the whole experience feel elevated. They also had live music, and that was honestly the highlight of the night, it was amazing and added so much to the overall vibe. The food was okay, not bad by any means, but nothing that really stood out or blew me away. This is definitely the kind of place you come to for the drinks, the live music, and the atmosphere more than the food. If you're looking for a spot with great vibes and a fun, lively energy, this is it.

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    Such a chill vibe here and the food is just as good. Their chicken bacon ranch pizza ($21) was…read moreprobably in my top 10 pizzas eaten in my life - vegan or not. The herb ranch sauce would taste good on a flip-flop and the tofu was so tender & tasty. I love the shiitake bacon also. The PC Reuben was very good, but the Reuben sandwich at Garden Grille is a better. The seitan texture in Plant City's sandwich was really moist, but the "meat"could've used more flavor. I also couldn't taste the sauce, it needed much more. It needed cheese too, which Garden Grille has. $16 is about $3 too much for the sandwich. The espresso martini was okay ($14). There are way better ones in the state and Plant City's tasted watered down. Friendly staff, but service can be slow. It wasn't that busy, but I had to wait 10-15 minutes for my pizza after I finished eating my Reuben sandwich.

    We stopped to eat as we headed back to New York City. I was hoping for a sit down experience but…read morethat section of the establishment was not open when we arrived (about 45 minutes early) so we ordered from the deli counter in the market department. I opted for their wrap. It was well stuffed with a chickpea "tuna" salad. I found it substantial and filling; the taste and texture were excellent, and I was sated and ready for my drive to the city. Unfortunately, I don't expect to be back to Providence any time soon. I'd love to come again when the restaurant is open -- good vegan/plant based food isn't always easy to find.

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