Oh boy, where do I begin - Livi's Pockets is absolutely delightful!!…read more First off, everything at Livi's is fresh! I've walked by many times before they've been officially open and they're always hard at work prepping everything for the day! It's truly so good to know your food is fresh and not something pre-packaged and opened for customers. When I came in, I was told by the owner that the falafel was a must-try, so naturally I had to get their falafel wrap. Let me tell you - it was some of the best falafel I've ever had! If you're a falafel lover or just looking for a great vegetarian option, this wrap is a must-have! Finally, I cannot end this review without commenting on the incredibly kind staff at Livi's! The owner is so so SO sweet - an extra special treat to accompany the food. The rest of the staff is just as kind and works hard to make sure you love their food! They're also very clean and careful while preparing meals. P.S. if you're not a pita wraps type person, you MUST try their sister spot (located just across the hallway), Livi's Burritos!

Summary: Solid food, lots of lettuce. We were looking for…read moreshopping so we walked to the end and back and decided on Livi's Pockets for lunch. The menu had a lot of selections which were wraps. My wife got the chicken wrap, I selected the gyros wrap. The chicken wrap (a special) had 4 pieces of avocado with chicken, and a lot of lettuce. My gyro wrap was coated with tzatziki sauce inside the wrap, with a lot of lettuce and gyro meat not off a skewer (yes, there is a difference). I also bought a chocolate chip cookie, which was massive. Still, it was tasty. The soft drinks were a bit expensive at $7 for a 20 ounce Dr. Pepper - you can get two for one at most gas stations and come out with more change. The staff was nice. Service was fast. In terms of ambiance, it was a typical fast food place with tables and seating.

Food: We ordered the following:…read more - falafel wrap: good texture and flavor. It's also huge! I couldn't finish the whole thing but was close lol - chicken shawarma wrap: very tender and flavorful chicken. This was also a very big wrap! My husband was able to finish it all and was stuffed. - falafel pieces: nice flavor and crispy - fries : these were super crispy and soft on the inside. The flavor was delish! Service: There was only one person working there and handling everything when we were there. He did a good job handling everything. Ambiance: It's a cute small spot. A couple of tables to sit down at but it's set up more for a takeout. There's some cool middle eastern decor in there as well. Overall, we would go back again.

I love Al-Shami! He has the best falafel in town! The tabouli is extremely flavorful too. The owner…read moreis extremely generous too. He really gets to know his customers.

Always have an incredible experience at Aleppo Sweets! Their Baklava ( especially the one with…read morechocolate and Pistacchio) is to die for and is incredible!!! I tried their Hibiscus tea for the first time today and was more than impressed! Highly recommend this business.

Really cool Syrian cafe with traditional food and drinks. It was pretty packed when we came here…read morearound lunch time with pretty much every table taken. I mainly came for the sweets, was able to get a tray of pistachio and walnut baklava, but they had a few other sweets like lady fingers and purses as well. Baklava was very good, very nice crispiness that held up for the week. I would've preferred it to have a bit more nuts and be a bit sweeter, but personal preference. Got the cheese fatayer which is just basically a cheesy bread with some herbs. So tasty, really enjoyed that! Also got a lamb kabob which came with some bread as well. The flavor here was good but didn't blow me away. Touch on the dry side too. Probably would get something else next time. They've also got coffee. I elected to get the Turkish coffee. It was thick and came in a pretty small cup, about a 3rd of that is the grounds. Fun to try, but very bitter, wouldn't recommend this either. Overall, really cool shop that seems very popular. Lots of interesting menu items to try. Definitely suggest checking it out!

My friend and I came across this tea shop by surprise. It's beautiful, vibey, chill, and has…read moredelicious food and drinks. It serves as both a hookah bar and a tea shop. It's a perfect place to take photos, talk tea, or do work. I got the hummus with pita chips, le peche smoothie, and the karkanay hot tea. Support this business!

I was in town helping my daughter move into her dorm when she suddenly got very sick in the middle…read moreof the night. I was looking for a nearby tea house and saw that this place was about to close. I called, and the girl who answered the phone was so kind she said she would wait for us. When we arrived, the owner was extremely nice and welcoming. I ordered tea for my younger daughter, who loved both the tea and the atmosphere. I also ordered tea for my college-bound daughter who wasn't feeling well. When I explained that she was very sick and had requested tea, the owner not only brought out her drink but also made her a second one special, just for her saying he hoped she would feel better. That thoughtful gesture meant so much to us. This place is adorable, the service is amazing, and they've definitely gained another loyal customer. We'll absolutely be back.

Grabbed an iced Americano while waiting to meet some friends. The two gentlemen were friendly,…read morecourteous, and the service was fast. The outside tables in the shade out front gives a great view of the street. Coffee was delicious. Would love to come back and try the food sometime.

Cute little restaurant with yummy food and smoothies with great service. Definitely recommend…read morestopping by!

We didn't come to Baba's out of curiosity. We came out of respect. Word was they'd been having a…read morehard time lately. Quieter nights. Regular customers not being able to come through as often. That doesn't sit right when it's a place like this. So we brought a few friends and made the trip to Smith Hill. One of them had never had a hot wiener in their life, which feels almost criminal around here. But also kind of perfect. Two all the way, fries, and a drink. There's no reason to complicate it. It is an aptly named "special." The wieners have just enough snap when you bite, but they give in easily as you chew. Great texture. Full flavor. The meat sauce is exactly what it's supposed to be. Savory. Seasoned. Unmistakably a Rhode Island original. Mustard across the top, just enough to cut through. Onions finely chopped and stacked high. Celery salt finishes it off. All of it in a soft, steamed bun that holds its own with flavor and experience. The fries were perfect. Exactly what you hope for at a place like this. Crisp. Golden. Salted perfectly. I didn't touch the shaker. Didn't need to. They get it exactly right on the first try. And yes, they've got coffee milk... on tap. That's not a bonus. That's an expectation when you're running the OG New York System spot. If you don't have coffee milk with your wieners are you really having the true experience? The guys working the counter were young, friendly, and patient. They smile. They explain things. They broke down what "all the way" meant. Just demonstrating pride in what they serve and appreciative of the patronage. And just as we were finishing up, one of the owners came out. She'd heard we had a first timer at the table and wanted to know what they thought. It wasn't a show. She really wanted to make sure the food hit right. She talked to every member of our party and took a genuine interest in who we were and how we got there. Inside, the place is spotless. Coral counters and black walls with chrome stools. A color scheme that somehow works. Digital menus overhead. Even though it's so fresh and clean, you do realize at all times that you're eating at a piece of Rhode Island's history, even though it's also quite modern now. And if we don't show up for places like this, they disappear. You'll wake up one day and the Old Canteen is gone and in its place, you've got Wally's Wieners. Neon signs. Cartoon branding. Hot dogs with dumb names. TikTok decor. Eight dollar ketchup. Branding dressed up like culture. If we let the originals die, we're complicit in the knockoff version that takes its place. So don't just talk about supporting local. Do it. Go to Baba's. Order the special. Sit down. Eat slow. And remember what real tastes like.

Recently WPRI published an article that the Ocean State's first-ever New York System restaurant is…read moreon the verge of serving its last hot wiener. Baba's Original New York System on Smith Street first opened back in 1927. Baba's Original New York System was on my list to visit and if they are closing soon, I wanted to go support them. I came on a Saturday afternoon around 1:15pm and there were just 2 tables occupied. We saw a sign at the register to order first and then take a seat. We ordered the 2 Weiner Special which is served with two hot weiner's, fries and drink. There is a fridge with cold drinks for you to choose. Just to name a few, there were Coca Cola, Sprite, Brisk. My husband wanted coffee milk and that was just $1 more. We got the weiners All the Way. Our food was bought to our table. The weiners had a wienie, mustard, meat sauce, onion, and celery salt in a steamed bun. It was very good. The fries were crispy outside and soft inside. Service was wonderful though they did forget the coffee milk for a little while. The menu also has a variety of burger choices, shakes, salads, gyros and sandwiches. Everything is made to order. A credit card surcharge of 3% is applied. By the time we were done with our meal, all the tables and some of the counter seats were taken. I'm glad I had the opportunity to try Baba's Original New York System.

The food is very good, but VERY spicy. I thought I could handle spice - until I tried this. Be…read morecautious with which spice level you choose!

Tried Tribos for first time; ordered chicken (medium) and a side of veggies. The menu has a lot of…read moreoptions and took a while to decide. I was keeping it "healthy" but there were so many other tempting things i want to go back to have. The chicken was very flavorful, not dry but spicy! I probably will ask for mild next time but it was still great. Service was fast, went on a sat afternoon and there weren't a lot of people there. The server was friendly and patient. The restaurant looks casual, a lot of seating options but parking in that area can be difficult. Will definitely go back to try other items and have more peri peri chicken soon!

We love Troop for its energetic, fun atmosphere and genuinely friendly vibe. The service is…read moreconsistently great, the hamburgers and breakfast foods are excellent, and the decor feels more like a curated urban art gallery than a typical restaurant. Every detail feels intentional and creatively combined -- from the beautiful art screens on the windows to the barstools made with skateboard backs. The space has a unique artistic identity without feeling forced or pretentious. It's one of those places that feels lively and inspiring the moment you walk in.

Impress your cool, city friends when they are in town by bringing them here for drinks, dinner or…read morebrunch. The space is a cavernous open space with colorful art and funky vibes. Favorites are the vegan bahn mi (with fried tofu and cashew pate, crunchy picked vegetables) the cardamom pancakes and the cheddar biscuits. Biscuits are huge and buttery with a moist interior and a crunchy outside. The pancakes are the biggest pancakes I've ever seen! They were bigger than our heads. We got three to share for the table but honestly one would have been enough. Cocktails are strong and the bloody mary was perfectly spicy. Service can be a little slow at times but was friendly and helpful. The music can also get loud and voices echo when it's busy. So don't bring your noise sensitive friends. Make sure you have a reservation as it can get crowded!