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Very memorable meal! My partner set a reservation for 8:50pm, and we were able to be seated sooner since we arrived a bit early. Parking is limited and does have a lot right in the back, but you gotta pay for parking. We found street parking, and just note, after 6pm parking is free in Providence. Inside was small and since our table was wobbly, it was fixed promptly! I requested a simple but not too dry wine, and was given a delicious sparkling wine~ For valentines there was a 3 course meal with wine pairings for an extra charge, but very helpful if you don't want to think of what to drink. Menu was hard to do over, but upon asking, every line was a separate dish. The wording and description felt like a whole paragraph. This also included a desert course option! My ham cheese tart for my first course was very tasty, warm, and flaky! The sauce had a slight but not too overwhelming kick that I enjoyed~ perfect pair~ My second course was mash potatoes with greenery on top and it was tasty~ my partner had a raviolio, and I enjoyed his better~ My third course was a shared dish for two~ we selected the seafood dish which was large, and tasty! There wasn't too much seasoning, allowing the taste of fresh clams and lobster ve the main stars of the dish~ Desert was also amazing and funny~ I decided not to look up what baked Alaska was, and was very surprised! We had a fun time looking up what it was after an noticed it was a political dish look it up! Nothing was disappointing and I thoroughly enjoyed all my meals! Price was on the higher side, but worth it~ this place is more of a special occasion spot, and for valentines, it was a special course meal we felt was worth a visit!
Rating: 4.4 Decided to try this place for valentine dinner. Made a reservation and had to make $50 unrefundable deposit. Parking is difficult around the area since it's in downtown providence but there are some parking lots and street parking nearby. Inside is not as big as you think and it's nice with dim lighting but seatings seemed to be limited. Reservation is recommended. We put our jacket on the hanger and were seated right away. Once we were seated we were given menu. Valentine dinner consisted of course menu where you choose appetizer, side, main dish, and dessert. The menu was a bit confusing because food and description seemed to not be clearly separated but upon asking the staff they helped us understand it better. Some dish were for 2 people so both people had to choose the same dish. I ended up getting crispy oyster appetizer, ravioli dish, seafood bake for 2 and baked Alaska for 2. Crispy oyster was tasty. Seemed like oyster mixed with some stuffing and sauce. Ravioli dish was good as well. Good flavor and aldente ravioli with savory filling and sauce. Both dishes were good but portion was little. Seafood bake was tasty. Lots of seafood. 3 pieces of lobster and bunch of clams, mussels, squid and a bread. Seasonings were light so i got to enjoy the natural flavor of seafood which i liked. But also at the same time seasoning was not necessary enhancing the dish. Removing the clams and mussel shell was bit annoying but not a huge deal. Seafood was cooked well and was good portion since it was for 2 people. Bread was also nice and paired well with the seafood juice. I think adding shrimp and tad bit more seasoning would improve the dish. Lastly baked alaska had olive cake, meringue, ice-cream and lemon flavoring with cinammon powder. I've never had tried baked alaska before so i was interested. It was good but probably not something i would order again. Service was good overall. Staff were attentive and were there to take our order, refill water, even noticed that our table was wobbly so came in to fix it. Overall i think this restaurant is solid and you get what you pay for. Certainly on the more expensive side and smaller portion as it's considered fine dining. I ended up paying about $250 for 2 people or so. Service is excellent and food is solid. Only thing is that food was not outstanding nor did it exceeded my expectation for the price range and having non refundable deposit for reservation is bit much. I think it's a good place for a special occasion. I was still glad that i got to try it. My partner did like the place.
I've been here several times and it is always a great experience. Their wine list and cocktails are good, but the food is the star of the show. Their menu changes daily with seasonal specials. Waitstaff is very competent, quick, and responsive. I like to get several appetizers/small plates instead of an entree and I've never been disappointed. Inside is cozy yet airy, and they always have sweet fresh flower arrangements on the tables.
Best food I've had in Rhode Island. The menu changes daily and the staff are very informed. We ordered the burger on focaccia (sesame allergy so we changed the bun), the rolls, and a pasta dish. The vibe is very colonial but with modern touches. HIGHLY recommend!!!!!
Recently went there for dinner and had an incredible meal. Started with 4 warm house rolls, garlic chive butter, parmigiano reggiano The soft, cheesy rolls are just incredible. I had spinach and ricotta Gnudi, my partner also had a pasta dish: Description from menu: crispy tesa, spring onion pesto, roasted almonds, parmigiano, saba, pork fat crumbs. We ended with their baked Alaska to share, ginger ice cream, honey sponge cake, citrus curd, torched meringue, lavender anglaise. It's one of my partners favorite desserts. Turned out to be too gingery, but I love ginger. I wasn't complaining having it all to myself. One of the most memorable meals. As usual, excellent service and atmosphere.
Six of us (three couples) decided to dine together on Valentine's Day. I reserved a table in the lower dining room which I like for its intimacy. The restaurant had a four course prix-fixe menu for $95 per person, not including drinks or the gratuity of 20% which was added to the check. The total came to around $850 - expensive but worth it for this occasion. We commenced with a bunch of different tasty appetizers supplemented with some delicious oysters. The main courses included chicken, steak, pork and scallops - all excellent - ending with fine desserts. This was accompanied by wine, a couple of cocktails, with the designated drivers sticking with sparkling water. I had to end such a meal with an espresso. The service was attentive and pleasant. Our server, Valerie L, could not have been any better, for whom I added an additional tip. Everyone enjoyed the evening, the atmosphere, the place and the food. This was one of the rare occasions in which the restaurant deserved four stars.
The menu here is seasonal and usually flipping amazing. This winter it was the clams casino toast that did it. Mind blown. We go with with newer items like chickpea fries instead of the staples like pickled veg and fritters and the burger- though they all are solid options too. Seafood dishes like clams, scallops, are always amazing...so is whatever pork entree on the menu, they are always switching it up. I did have a pasta in a tomato sauce that I wasn't crazy about here but was just one dish. Consider the homemade ice creams- the blueberry one in the summer was probably the best I've ever had. Tip: they do take walk ins but take advantage of their online reservations
I've heard a lot of great things about New Rivers and finally had the chance to try it during Providence Restaurant Week. We had a reservation for 4 people and were seated at one of the tables behind the entrance counter. The restaurant itself is very cozy and inviting, but space is limited in the dining area. Our server greeted us shortly after we were seated and gave us the rundown on the restaurant week menu. He answered all of the questions we had for him and was extremely accommodating. I settled on the fried oysters, NY strip for an entree and the dark chocolate pots de creme. The standout was the NY Strip as it came with bone marrow red wine jus and duck fat hash brown topped with beef tallow creamed spinach- a beef lovers dream. The creamed spinach melted the second it hit my tongue and the flavors were rich and comforting. Both the fried oysters and pots de creme were delicious as well. I am definitely making another stop at New Rivers soon to try some of their other seasonal specialties.
Beautiful spot downtown by the Providence River. To preface this review: I've been to NR twice, both times I sat at the bar and had drinks and appetizers. I have yet to go for a full dinner. Inside, the atmosphere is cozy and classy. The bar is intimate with nice natural light coming in from the windows, and the building seems to be a converted home, which adds to the classic New England feel. In particular, I like the hardwood floors that creak just the right amount when you walk across them. Most recently, I tried the little neck clams, and both types of oysters. The presentation was beautiful-- shells arranged with seaweed, lemon, and a delightful selection of cocktail sauce and mignonette. The oysters were good. At $3.50 an oyster however, there are other places where I'd rather indulge. I also tried the bone marrow toast. The dish was presented in the bone, topped with a fresh tasting chutney, and two slices of toasted baguette. The bone marrow was smooth and rich, and the chutney was the perfect complement to its flavor. Of course, this is a very rich appetizer, so I'd suggest sharing with a friend. While the presentation looked beautiful, functionally you probably want twice as much bread to fully enjoy the marrow. The bar service was wonderful, and the host was polite and professional. The cocktails were balanced and beautiful, plus the glass wear is very aesthetic. Overall, New Rivers is a solid spot for American dishes. However, for the price-- compared to other upscale dining around the city, not my first choice.
We loved New Rivers! The food was creative and delicious. Very creative chef with an obvious rapport with great flavors. The service was wonderful. The entire staff was cheerful, warm and efficient. The ambiance is welcoming and fun. The noise was occasionally a little excessive, but not enough to spoil a conversation. We started with the carrot "salad" on a large batter fried swiss chard leaf. We would definitely order again and again. Next we had the calamari fried with corn meal and a savory sweet glaze. The glaze enhanced the calamari and didn't over power the calamari as a sweet Thai or Korean sauce often does. Loved it. We ordered the chive biscuits and swooned. They were fabulous and we wish we could have eaten a dozen of them, but of course they are also filling. The fried halibut appetizer was done simply and served on remoulaide sauce. The halibut was some of the most flavorful fish we've ever had. Next we had the bone marrow appetizer which was well seasoned and beautifully presented. We also ordered a side of triple fried frites because they looked irresistible and we were glad we did not resist. Next we had the cheese fritters, crispy and cheesy, delicious!! Our last dish was clams casino on foccacia. It was delicious, bit we were so full that we could not finish. This is a great eclectic restaurant with memorable food. We highly, highly recommend New Rivers!
As a local food lover, I cannot believe it took me so long to finally discover New Rivers. Although we had planned the dinner before we knew it was Restaurant Week, my friend and I happened to dine here that week. Although RW can have a reputation of dumbing down the menu, if you will, I didn't find that at all during my dinner here. The food was outstanding and the service was very good. I can see why people in my orbit had been raving about New Rivers for so long, and I'm ashamed it took me so long to try it myself. I will definitely be back! Highly recommend.
We came here for Restaurant Week and had a peak experience. The subtle clam and corn chowder was so good we took a bowl home. Garlicky rolls fresh from the oven were wonderful. Sea bass was fresh and firm, with grilled veggies and corn. The chocolate pudding and lemon tart were to die for. I had to be talked out of taking one of those home too. The atmosphere was moody Neil Young and Sultans of Swing, the staff smart and pleasant. I think I love this place.
This is an amazing restaurant that has spectacular food and a superb chef. I started with two appetizers - the smoked trout fritters ($8) were outrageously good and the texture and consistency of them is textbook perfection (this was the best fritter I ever had). I also tried the littleneck clams ($12) that were also very good, but seemed quite small compared to the fritters, but were perfectly presented on a plank and were very tasty. For the main course - I went for a traditional marinated & grilled teres major steak, crispy potato 'hash brown', brussels, and burnt onion steak sauce ($27) that was presented beautifully on the plate. The steak was fantastic and the potato hash browns were probably the best I have ever had and were amazing by themselves. Dessert was several chocolate profiteroles, rich peanut butter mousse, warm fudge, peanut brittle ($10) that had flavors so good, I was about to lick the plate to get every last crumb. The peanut butter perfectly balanced the chocolate and the peanut brittle gave it an unexpected pop. Overall, this restaurant is a sold 5+ and a wonderful dining experience. read more
After several recommendations, finally came around to try New Rivers this past weekend. For apps, I tried their chicken liver pate (which combined with their ale mustard and crostini were 10/10! The accompanying pickles were scrumptious too). For mains I split the house made rigatoni with Italian sausage/calabrian chilies/tuscan kale/parmigiano reggiano which was fantastic - the pasta was perfectly al dente. I also tried the Arctic char fillet with warm quinoa/spring herbs/griddled sprouting cauliflower, and dijon herb vinaigrette which was a very solid dish; the Atlantic char was perfectly crispy and juicy throughout, and the griddled sprouting cauliflower was perfectly charred (one of my personal pet peeves are when restaurants over griddle vegetables - the carcinogens!). For dessert I had to try their classic lemon tart, which was unfortunately was the only disappointing part of the meal. The crust was a big soggy and not very flaky, and the warm lemon center tasted like a melted lemon meringue bar. On the plus side though, it was not too sweet. Would come back to New Rivers for dinner, but most likely will skip desert. Note: as their daily menu depends on what's at the market, it's hard to pre-select dishes before coming in. read more
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New Rivers is one of Providence's best restaurants, turning out quietly brilliant farm-to-table fare in an historic townhouse at the base of College Hill. Cocktails are not overly sweet and pack a punch. This is the perfect place to drink a classic or slightly nerdy cocktail. Wine is reasonably priced and they also have some cool beers. Start with the excellent house-made charcuterie and local cheeses; you really can't go wrong, but get the tasso and duck ham if you see them. For entrees, the substantial burger is always a winner, and I've never been let down by their fish or pastas. Pay close attention to the specials. Desserts are also a highlight, especially the ice cream, but who's got room for that? They do a nice coffee and tea service, as well as after-dinner ports and such. It's pricey, but not unbearable; I'd budget $50 a person here, pre-tax, -tip, and -drinks. The space is lovingly restored and feels like a professor's office, with muted colors and wood. Service is excellent. This will work for vegetarians, but I'd recommend coming with carnivores as local meat is a focus. One of the most sophisticated spots in Providence if you can take the splurge. read more
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We hadn't been to New Rivers in awhile and based on our memories of great meals (and a recent recommendation from a neighbor who said they were doing a great job during COVID) decided to make a reservation there for our anniversary. We were not disappointed! The food was as good as we remembered. We especially loved the ricotta gnudi. Our server helped us select a wine that proved to be a great pairing and also helped us select an after dinner drink that paired with our dessert, olive oil cake with orange marmalade. The whole meal tasted just like fall though we were fortunate enough to dine there on an October night that felt like summer. However, if it's cooler when you go, don't worry. They have heat lamps! read more
3 years ago
Incredible food and service. Our waiter is the man. The food was absolutely stellar. Great time. read more
I ate at new rivers when they were open for outdoor dining near the end of the pandemic. The outdoor seating area was really cute and had nice string lights. There weren't too many tables being staffed so it felt exclusive and upscale. The cheese/ meat board is a great option since you can build your own! Would recommend for a higher end sit down. read more
4 years ago
New Rivers is probably the most underrated restaurant in Providence. The food and service is consistently excellent. Quality is always above par with farm fresh meats and local produce. The charcuterie here to me is-and has been-#1 in RI for a long time now. Tuesday Dollar Oyster nights is just the cherry on top of an extremely bougie ice cream sundae. And New Rivers has also been 5 yelp stars in PVD for me since at least 2014. So what's changed since my last 5 star review? The food has gotten even better. It's gotten to the point where I keep pausing on Chef Beau's Instagram @newriversbeau and my eyes seem trained to activate near instantaneous salivation response to the beautiful and delicious food I would certainly have when I show up. Not IF I show up, WHEN I show up. Because New Rivers has become a default in terms of where to eat out in PVD for me, in the same way that there has always been a choice of "Republican" or "Democrat" on a voting ballot that has not been sullied by nefarious Russian meddling (ps F-U Putin, but I digress). But don't let thoughts of the EXTREMELY STABLE genius of our soon-to-be impeached (hopefully) POTUS make you gag, b/c this food is waaaaay too good to chew up and spit out....unlike everyone else that is a target of the Mueller investigation to date. Eat here. It's great. read more
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Went here for Restaurant Week. Cozy, cute, charming and perfect for a chilly winter's night. The hubz and I started with cocktails - dirty martini and a manhattan, respectively. Both great. For my appetizer, I did the white bean stew. Pitched by our (truly sweet) waiter as "very filling, very satisfying," I was surprised by how... conservative the portion was - served in a low bowl. I mean, I knooooow it's Restaurant Week, so maybe they hold back a little, but ya know. To give you a portion idea: when I tried resting my spoon in the bowl, the base of the spoon easily reached the bottom of the bowl, so that the sides of the ladle part of the spoon were viewable, easily emerging from the stew. So, yes, it was a conservative portion. But quite good! My entree (chicken & mashed pommes) was also "smallish" but seriously delicious, with pommes besting the chicken in stellar flavor by just a bit. Desserts - ice cream and vanilla cake - also earned high marks from my guy and me. Ultimately, it's a compliment to say the food was so good I wish the portions were (a lawwwt) bigger. read more
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I've told many people that if they want one of the best burgers in Providence, with the caveat that it's not build your own but set in the fixings, to head to New Rivers. As such we were very excited to see that they were opening for takeout today. We noticed that there wasn't an option to select for doneness on their ordering platform but had faith it would be as great as always. Unfortunately it was extremely charred and quite well done. Perhaps it was our mistake for ordering on day one of their reopening for takeout. We'll just have to wait till things get sorted and try again. read more
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An amazing dinner experience for my birthday. My boyfriend and I had a reservation and it was perfect. Our server was so nice and informative. The food was amazing. The rolls are phenomenal and the pasta was out of this world. Highly recommend making reservation as it filled up fast and I could see why! read more
9 years ago
Adding to my previous review as weave since stopped in and ordered charcuterie again (it's impossible to pass up) and off their full menu. Their food is amazing - we had a delicious pasta entree and desserts. The desserts were absolutely fabulous! You will not be disappointed with new Rivers, they are also amazing for private parties and celebrations. read more
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New Rivers is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner with that special someone. The environment is super cozy while maintaining the formal service of a high-end restaurant. For Valentine's Day they offered a wonderful prix fixe menu full of seasonal ingredients and a variety of options for whatever you might be craving. The wine selection was superb - including options from one of my personal favorites Louis Latour. There were a couple small mix ups throughout the night (possibly due to it being so busy), but overall I highly recommend giving New Rivers a try!! read more
17 years ago
**** 4.5 stars **** New Rivers has probably the best looking and most intriguing charcuterie and offal menu (http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=hpw7UrWf51aaWKbaGGJ2hA&select=hY88KJ6A39-2iH5IO1C4kQ) of any restaurant I've been in. Where else can you get Cocks' Combs and Duck Fries on the same menu? Sadly, this was one of the few times on my trip that I passed up something I was curious about, as the idea of doing a cured meat degustation tasting on my own sounds great but I know I wouldn't even be able to tackle dinner after. My only major complaint with New Rivers is something I encountered almost immediately upon entering and which continued throughout the whole dinner, and that is the piss poor attitude I received from my server. This was a rarity during my trip to Providence, which is partly what made this experience stand out even more. Not long after sitting down at the table the hostess put my at my waitress came by and informed me there were also seats available at the bar. I'm sorry, do you know WANT my money? Because I'll gladly just leave the restaurant and pay someone who wants to wait on me... Fortunately the quality of the food far outweighed the service from those providing it, so I was able to see past the bitchy attitude and enjoy my meal. Apparently there was a Restaurant Week in Providence not long before my arrival, and the trend of prix-fixe menus was so popular in the fine dining restaurants that they decided to continue the option on a regular basis. I opted for the set menu on this night, primarily due to one of my favorite items (pork belly) being one of the offerings. They start you here with a wonderful sampling of breads, and a really delicious spread made of chickpeas and white beans. Two of the breads in particular were very good, the rosemary covered loaf and the cheese covered bread stick. Rarely do I splurge on the bread in a restaurant prior to the meal coming, but I couldn't resist here. For my first course of the night I selected the tomato water gazpacho. I'm normally not a fan of any type of gazpacho, mainly because cold soup just isn't appealing to me texturally, but this one was surprisingly good. The diced red pepper, cucumber, onion pair so well with the flavor of the tomato water, and it's a very refreshing flavor that I can imagine would be perfect on a hot sunny day on a patio. Accompanying the gazpacho is a pair of basil crostinis with melted cheese in the middle, great for dipping in the gazpacho to enjoy a whole medley of flavors. The main course was my entire reason for choosing the prix-fixe menu, the pork belly. It was slow cooked with shittake mushrooms, carmelized onions, zucchini and red peppers. The presentation was like something out of a child's book, bringing up memories of playing in the woods, surrounded by all the earthy ingredients. It really was something beautiful to behold. Unfortunately, the desert I was really looking forward to, the rhubarb and strawberry tart, was no longer being served, which was really disappointing as I was looking forward to my first taste of rhubarb in the northeast. They ended up replacing it with a pecan-rum ice cream, topped with a bit of melted Belgian chocolate. The flavor of the ice cream was pretty nice, and I liked the texture of the bits of whole pecan that were left in, but the chocolate on top was just overkill, and a bit too dark in my opinion, often overpowering the ice cream. I thought New Rivers offers many good culinary surprises, and has the potential to be a real star in the Providence dining scene, but they still have a way to go to in order to catch up with some of the bigger stars. One note, at the time of writing this the entire front of the building was covered by scaffolding from some construction, so it may not be obvious it actually exist, but trust me it's there! read more
From the service to the food - everything was superb!!! I had never heard of New Rivers until I was asked on a first date to have dinner here. He did very well! The exterior has no (visible) title but I think the point is to be a well kept secret. The dim lighting and candles definitely creates a warm atmosphere. My first drink was Chardonnay and it was okay; not enough body. The second was a white blend - very good! We ordered 2 sausages (I forgot what kind), blue cheese, and chicken liver for our charcuterie plate. Even the mustard that accompanied the meats and cheese was great. My date had venison which he very much enjoyed. He also liked the bed of bulgar wheat (or barley?) that it was set upon. I was not a fan but then again I'm not too fond of large cuts of meat. I had the squid ink pasta. It was very interesting but in a good way! To end it, we had the chocolate custard dessert with butterscotch. It was awesome. The only thing I would change is add another texture...perhaps a crunchy cookie crust or cake layer. We'd definitely go back! :) read more
The baby greens salad was good, served with radishes, parsnips, and a shallot dressing... but the slice of toast with the warm lemon chevre was out of this world. They should make it an appetizer, I could have eaten ten of those things. My boyfriend got the burger plus egg and asiago cheese. The burger was huge and entirely impossible to eat without making a mess of yourself. The asiago cheese really made the burger though, and I think it's optional so I'd definitely get it if you get the burger. With the burger he got a mound of coleslaw and duckfat cooked fingerling potatoes. Oh right, and we started off with the cheese plate. You can get 3 cheeses for $14 or 5 cheeses for $20. I'd say to opt for the $20 because it's very hard to pick. The lemony creamy goat cheese chevre is the best on the menu in my opinion. The french sheep cheese was also good. I forget which bleu cheese we got (sorry) but it was too much, even for my boyfriend who adores bleu cheese. What was most delightful about the evening, was that the bill was cheap. We got a bottle of wine, a cheese plate, two salads and two entrees for $102 bucks. Oh and by the way, the restaurant doesn't currently have any signage, it just says "RESTAURANT". read more
Each visit is better than the next. It was my first visit since Chef Beau became the owner/Executive Chef. He and Elizabeth are doing great things. The menu options were interesting, our service was great -- and since I love oysters, I won't complain about $1 oyster night. :) Definitely my Top 5 restaurants. Love. This. Spot. read more
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Fantastic asparagus -themed special menu. Everything ordered was made to perfection. Just wish asparagus season would go on forever. Many options for carnivores also. Great night for all of us. read more
I went on a hiatus of New Rivers until I got wind they do a fried chicken night every once in a while. We promptly made a reservation and got into this apparently popular night. It also happened to be on Tuesday which sports the $1 oyster special. We started with a bottle of rose and oysters (which are always local and superbly prepared and presented. We then split (table of 3) a Caesar Salad and shrimp/gritz special. Wowza, that Caesar is really outstanding - shredded lettuce, parm, croutons, and a more vinegar-y dressing. It was really great and full of pepper and lemon. The shrimp was charred with spices and the gritz were creamy but still had some texture to them - outstanding. The fried chicken plate was plain and simple...incredible. It was a MASSIVE and generous portion of freshly fried chicken where the batter was perfectly seasoned and the chicken fell off the bone. It was paired with a red cabbage slaw (alright), biscuit, and baked beans (I hate baked beans, but I ate all of them). If you see the fried chicken night come up in your future, most certainly book a table! read more
I ventured to New Rivers for the first time for restaurant week. I really enjoyed my cocktail. While the restaurant week menu was limited, the online menu offered oysters as part of the menu, however the paper version did not. We brought this to our server's attention who acted like she was doing us a favor by offering us a similar option, despite the fact it was clearly stated online... My fish dish was good. But the service left a sour taste in my mouth. I got the impression that our server felt her time would be better spent elsewhere. read more
13 years ago
I finally made it to New Rivers yesterday before waterfire. I loved my appetizer of roasted summer vegetables and my friend liked her salad and her polenta entree. I got the ribs with baked beans, marinated cucumbers, and honey butter roll. Loved it. We finished with the wam spice ice cream with cookies. Our server Luke was perfection. I like the traditional but upscale theme here. They serve lunch too, which many of the nicer places in the city do not so that is a big plus. Very nice bar area too. I like that they do not try to overcharge for every little thing just because they are a nice restaurant. Shrimp is $2.50 and Abita root beer is the same. Reasonable compared to other places that try to charge $3.50 for shrimp and it is $5 for the same root beer at The Grange. Insulting. We sat in the back room, which is red and green. It is cute but I think some canvas art would be a nice touch on the mostly plain background. Overall we loved it and would definitely return. read more
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This restaurant is very cozy and romantic. Not overly loud so it's a nice date spot. I went to celebrate my birthday. Our waitress said they were known for the Charcuterie & Cheese due to the fact they cure all their meats so my boyfriend and I decided we must try a meat and cheese. We decided to go with the thick belly bacon and aged bloomsday. They were both very tasty and came with pickled cucumbers, carrots, etc and this creamy mustard/horseradish sauce, apricot jelly, crostini, and seasoned nuts. Each meat and cheese were $8 a piece which can add up but I think a sample from both would be a great start to any meal. My boyfriend also got the cold shrimp salad which had a very tasty sauce on it. I recommend that. It is not the biggest portion but it is a really tasty bite. For our main courses we decided to get the buttermilk roasted chicken and my boyfriend got the burger with egg and bacon. The burger was served with delicious fries, aioli sauce, and house made sweet pickles. My chicken was the star of the night. It was a good portion. It was deliciously crispy and had this thick chicken sauce that was poured over it. It was served over black eyed peas and hush puppys. The only reason I am giving a 4 star is because I think the cocktail was adequate and I wish there was a deal they would offer for the Charcuterie & Cheese boards. They do offer 3 for $22 but I would rather just get the 2 for $16. Overall, exceptional meal that I really enjoyed. read more
8 years ago
These folks continue to crush it almost 30 years in. I just finished a fantastic meal and had the most wonderful service at the bar. I cannot speak highly enough to the freshness of the food from handmade pasta to local New England cheese. read more
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7 Steeple St
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