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Shake & Speare

4.7 (15 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Carol C.

A fellow Yelper introduced me to Shake N Speare, a new bar/restaurant across from PPAC. Classy, with a speakeasy vibe, it's the newest venture from the owners of the Providence Eagle, an iconic downcity gay bar. We sat at the big U-shaped bar, although there are a few tables for 2. I loved that the bar stools were not terribly high (great for shorties like me) and really comfortable. I had the honey buffalo wings, and they might be the best wings I've ever had. I'm already craving more! My dining companion had a pepperoni flatbread, which was also very tasty. I had already indulged in a glass of wine before arriving, so I didn't experience the beverage menu, but my companion enjoyed their Aperol Spritz. Food prices were very reasonable. In addition to an assortment of wings and flatbreads, they also offered several different charcuterie boards. There is metered parking in the vicinity as well as paid lots, but be prepared to do a little walking on theater nights.

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Emily C.

Five stars all around. I am so glad my friend suggested we stop into Shake & Speare before a show. What a fun spot right across the street from PPAC. The menu is creative, themed and full of options that immediately made us want to come back again. We visited on Cinco de Mayo and loved all of the specials. From the margaritas to the chips with a trio of dips, everything was fresh and flavorful. The chicken tacos were especially standout. They were so juicy and delicious they truly did not need a darn thing added to them. Even though it was busy before the show, everyone was friendly and absolutely hustling to keep things moving. The atmosphere was energetic and fun without feeling chaotic. We will definitely be back soon to try more menu options and see what new themes they come up with next. Highly recommend drink menu items - Puck & Ophelia.

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8 months ago

Awesome place right across from PPAC to get a drink or some lite bites before the show or After

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10 months ago

Such a great vibe! Amazing drinks, bartenders are fab. Go check it out !​ you will NOT be disappointed!!

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Great atmospher, Bartenders were amazing. Would highly recommend best place I've been in Rhode Island.

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“The friendly staff, cozy décor, and excellent food make this a perfect spot to visit before or after a show at PPAC.”

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4.3(466 reviews)
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Somehow, despite having lived here for years and spending plenty of time around downtown…read moreProvidence, I had never been to The Eddy. I'm honestly not sure how I missed it, because this is exactly the kind of place I like finding. It is the true definition of a small cocktail bar. The space is tiny, intimate, and has a very specific atmosphere, so if you're looking for a big place with plenty of tables, this probably isn't it. If you're looking for a great cocktail in a cozy little bar, however, you're in the right place. The cocktail menu is excellent. There are a lot of creative options that go well beyond the standard collection of Old Fashioneds, Margaritas, and Martinis you'll find at most bars. The drinks are imaginative without becoming gimmicky, and the combinations we tried were really well balanced and interesting. You can tell there is some serious thought behind the cocktail program, and it makes ordering something new a lot of fun. Our waitress was fantastic as well. My wife ordered a drink that apparently isn't something every bartender is familiar with, so our waitress went back to the bartender to ask about it. The bartender immediately knew exactly what she was talking about, which was a nice little reminder that these people actually know their drinks. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience easy without hovering over us. The music deserves a mention, too. It was fantastic and fit the atmosphere perfectly. The Eddy has that comfortable, slightly dark cocktail-bar feeling where you can sit down, have a drink, listen to good music, and actually enjoy being there rather than feeling like you're sitting in a loud restaurant waiting for someone to bring you your check. My only real warning is that this place is genuinely small. That is part of its charm, but it also means getting in and finding a seat can be difficult at times, particularly when it's busy. You probably shouldn't show up with a large group expecting to immediately find a table. For two people looking for a couple of really good cocktails, though, it's pretty much ideal. The prices are also quite reasonable for the quality of the drinks. You're obviously paying cocktail-bar prices rather than dive-bar prices, but I didn't feel like we were being taken advantage of. Considering the creativity and quality of what we were drinking, I thought the prices were perfectly fair. I'm actually a little annoyed that I went this long without knowing The Eddy existed. Providence has so many cocktail bars that you can spend years here and still keep discovering places you've somehow walked past a hundred times. The Eddy is definitely going on the list of places we need to come back to, and we will 100% be back.

What an amazing bar with an incredible atmosphere! The bartenders truly make this place deserve…read more7,273,738,382,838 stars. Their friendly service, attention to detail, and positive energy created an unforgettable experience. I couldn't have asked for a better time and can't wait to come back! Thank you Adriana & Eli

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4.6(176 reviews)
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We were looking for a place to have cocktails before a show and stumble upon this bar…read more The place was small but had a great ambiance. Our server was attentive and gave us great suggestions. I tried four cocktails some from their new menu and some of their past drinks, they were all great. My favorite was the Passion Fruit Martini and the Strawberry , the Sumac Paloma was great. The most unique drink was the Saffron & Black Lime Daiquiri, a little savority. My least favorite but it was interesting to try.

This was my second time at Marcelino's. I came last year with a group of people, and I had a…read morecompletely different (better) experience. This year was the complete opposite. I came with one other person around 10:30pm on a weeknight. It was not crowded and we were sat near the back, next to the bathrooms-not ideal. Our waitress seemed a bit impatient and rude. She did not introduce herself so I don't know what her name was. We were caught up in conversation and our waitress was rushing us to order. We wanted to order dessert but we were informed that the kitchen was closed so we were unable to. We both ended up ordering Passionfruit Martinis and they were high-quality with great attention to detail. It's essentially a classic martini with passionfruit-flavored popping boba, served over a large ice cube. The drink was impressive and is the sole reason this review gets any stars. Usually I'm asked prior if we need separate receipts or if they're together, but my waitress failed to do that. The waitress came over with the receipt and I politely asked her to separate the check. She told me the drinks were the same price and to split it. We needed separate itemized receipts, I felt like I shouldn't have needed to justify why. I asked her again to do it and she actually split it for us. My friend and I were deep into conversation and another employee came over with an attitude and told us they were closing and my friend wasn't even able to finish her drink. She even made a comment on the rudeness of the employees and how it made the experience uncomfortable. Overall, I felt like the service left a bad impression on me. I'm not sure if I will return in the future. The drinks were pretty unique but the service was not pleasant.

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1.1 mi•West End

Very cool cocktail bar in Providence!…read more Stopped in here after a lovely dinner and comedy show. It was super mysterious trying to find this place since it's located in what looks like an abandoned building. To get in you need to press a button on the intercom system and say "Juniper" and then they will buzz you in. A very unique experience for sure. We split one of their tequila cocktails which was just okay but would love to come back here to try some others. Highly recommend stopping in here either before or after dinner. Cheers

A lovely hidden gem that's great for a date night or a night out with friends! The vibes and…read moreatmosphere were so fun. The place is nestled away inside the Room & Works building with just a call box and no sign, so make sure you know the password! We came in with another group in front of us, so unfortunately, we didn't get the chance to say the password ourselves, but we'd love to return for the full experience! Be warned that the place is quite small, so you'll most likely have to wait since they do not take reservations. For a party of two on a Saturday night, our wait was around 40 minutes, and we were eventually seated by the bar. I will say that the seating arrangements could be thought out a little better because we had to play musical chairs quite a few times throughout the night. That aside, the drinks themselves were quite good! You can tell the bartenders are very skilled and passionate about crafting their cocktails. For any Star Wars fans out there, the tiki drinks are served in mugs featuring some of your favorite characters, which was such a fun touch! Overall, the drinks were on the pricier side, but I'd say they were well worth it. Definitely a fun spot to check out!

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