Moniker Brewery is a craft brewery that opened in Providence, Rhode Island in January 2021. It was…read morefounded by business partners Bryan Benedict, Jeff Goodno, Ben Estes, Ted Pease and Jean Lombard. Benedict left a career in IT in order to turn his craft beer hobby into a full time job. He worked as a sales rep and brand manager for a wholesaler before becoming the director of marketing and sales at Connecticut-based Beer'd Brewing Company. He dreamed of opening his own brewery, so he partnered with Goodno, who had 15+ years of experience working for breweries such as Taproot, Victory Brewing, and SOME Brewing. Estes, who had formerly worked at Proclamation Ale Company and the Guild, was hired as the head brewer. Pease and Lombard, who had experience with tax laws and other skills, were the last partners to come on board. They set up shop in a former auto body. Benedict chose the name "Moniker" to strip away the focus on brand egos and instead focus entirely on the taproom experience, the community, and the beer. The brewery became notable for their wide repertoire of beer styles, even earning praise from Hop Culture Magazine. In May 2026, Moniker purchased Ravenous Brewing in Cumberland with plans to rebrand it as "Moniker North". I recently visited Moniker Brewery while I was passing through Providence. They had been on my list for a while. The place was small and cozy but inviting with a decent amount of indoor seating. There is also patio seating outside, but it was a little too wet and chilly on the day of my visit. I pulled up a seat at the bar and looked over the draught menu. There was a nice eclectic mix of styles. I ordered a sampler flight which included "L.H. Czech Dark" (Tmavé), "Midnight Rodeo" (Dark Mexican Lager), "Blinded by Nostalgia" (IPA), "Stay Cool Drink Moniker" (Hazy Pale Ale), and "It's Called Sightseeing" (Bourbon Barrel-Aged Tripel). The latter was my favorite! Between the eclectic mix of styles and the friendly space, I really enjoyed my visit to Moniker. I look forward to when they open their new larger space.

Chill vibe and a lot more seating than I expected. Their stout was killer! It was the West End…read moreReserve which was 11% abv and very smooth ($11 for 12oz). My mom got a 5oz pour of their Midnight Rodeo dark Mexican lager. It was really tasty and reminded me of a much better Dos Equis Amber ($3.50)

Good craic. Good people. Fun. Food is great. Great beer selection (however if you drink the…read moreWachusetts Blueberry Ale bring your own freshly picked blueberries). Only been during the day so not sure of the night life. It's not your grandfather's old Eddie's 529.

My husband and I agree, Best Steak and Cheese Sandwich we've ever had. The staff was incredible and…read moreso was the ambiance. Beautiful outdoor seating with huge tv's great for a game. Excellent selection of beers and beverages. Can't say enough so I'll just say I would highly recommend.

A friend and I were heading to Trinity Rep to see a play, so we were looking for something quick &…read moreeasy to grab before the show. Enter Shake & Speare! I have to admit, I am OBSESSED with their chicken tenders & the honey buffalo sauce! It is the perfect combination of spicy & sweet - there is just enough heat to give it a little kick & a nice subtle sweetness, pairs perfectly with blue cheese dipping sauce. My friend ordered the cheese charcuterie platter, which, of course, meant I had to "help" her eat it. It was a fun assortment of three cheeses & the toast points were still warm when it was presented to us, which made it even better. Definitely a nice option if you are looking for something to share before a show. There are some new fall items that look yummi. Next time for sure! Highly recommend. NOM NOM NOM #YUM

Five stars all around. I am so glad my friend suggested we stop into Shake & Speare before a show…read more 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.

I love the vibe of this small dark pub but it seems rather pricey…read more Complimentary popcorn and darts are a plus with the great location. Cool wooden bar with booths and old seats and a small fireplace... but again, a little expensive for a beer. I'd say 4 1/2 stars due to pricing, but I always round up for cool local spots and GREAT service and vibes- definitely recommend popping in here for a drink if you are in the area! *I came here for a birthday beer after some delicious sushi at Sakura- HIGHLY recommend! So many great places in this area to check out- nice to walk around!

I don't know why it took me so long to go here, but I'm glad I finally did. Great dive, nice and…read moredark, game was on, free popcorn, and a beer list only to be rivaled by Madame Janettes (if you know you know). Can't wait to come here on a cold winter night when that wood stove is cranking. Oh they also have a beer club where you get free shit if you complete it which is right up my ally.

What a gem!! We went walking and reminiscing at the old rocky point. Afterwards we needed to cool…read moredown and have a drink. This bar is 2 minutes away. Stopped in to cool down. I was expecting a local bar where everyone stopped talking and looked at you as you walked in. Sign on the door says characters welcome. I walked in and said i hear you are looking for characters. Here we are! What a great place! The bartender was amazing! Filled up my water jug and gave me a cooling compress. I had an absolute with sprite and didn't cost me $20. It also has an outside space with tables in the shade. The regulars were very kind and talkative. If I lived closer, this would be my go to place.

I've been on the hunt for a Fish & Chips spot since Stadium in Cranston closed. I think I may have…read morefound it. There's this little neighborhood bar, right in front of the Rocky Point entrance in Warwick Neck. Fish and Chips are on the specials menu, a chalkboard right next to the bar that also sported Prime Rib and Baked Cod on the night we visited. Little might not be the best description, it's a definitely a neighborhood place, tucked right into a residential area, houses all around, but the bar itself is a pretty grand affair. Its a big horseshoe shaped thing, something like 20-25 seats, and beyond it hightop tables for another 30+, then there's an expansive outside area, not so handy here in December, but its probably just the thing in nice weather. In years past, this use to be a very popular destination for a motorcycle ride. I imagine in nice weather it's likely to be the same. There is an absolutely huge parking lot. Anyway, the Fish & Chips were pretty great. Old School style, with a flour based batter, thin and crispy brown on the outside. The fish was nice, firm, piping hot and delicious. I also got an order of Clam Cakes, and though they aren't road trip worthy like an Aunt Carries, I didn't leave a single one left over. Not too shabby. One helpful hint. If you're going for dinner, have a look at the website to see if it's a live music night. On the night we visited, the band was rocking, and the show started early, so dinner that night definitely came with music.

We went back for the open mic night (every Wednesday 6-9). The music was great and the cocktails…read morewere strong! I had a Manhattan which can only be described as powerful and tasty. My partner had a whiskey sour which was had a delicate lemon taste to it, probably the best whiskey sour I've had! The crowd was chill and friendly but on the smaller side. It would be nice to see a bigger turnout and more diverse music choices. Still an enjoyable and intimate evening with talented local musicians and delicious cocktails. Check it out!

We went here for a fundraising event and it was fantastic. The food we had was catered from Uncle…read moreTony's restaurant and we had a free drink ticket. The Sponge Bob's Wet Dream was my favorite cocktail of the night, but they have plenty to choose from. I like that you can come to a distillery and have the option to get cocktails if you don't feel like beer. The mill type setting is creatively decorated and the owners take pride in everything that they do. Being a fundraiser, they were super busy, but had every angle covered to make it a success. This is a great place to come hang out with or without friends.

It's been a while since my last visit and still a great time! Once you figure out their password…read more(check out their instagram weekly), you're in for a cool spot. Between the customs drinks, Star Wars themed cups or other drinks you are transported to a little cantina. Some little food options as well from knead or pizza j. Check out some of the games too they have and if not try to get a Polaroid pic on the wall! Bartender was great, funny and provided some great recs as well.

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!

Came here post half marathon for the celebratory race beer and can't say enough about it! Ample…read moreparking in front or around back of building. Staff was quick to sling drinks, plenty of swag available, excellent selection of grab and go beer if in a hurry. Very casual and cool atmosphere. Both indoor and outdoor seating available. Great for groups, reserve for private events, come down for trivia in Wednesdays or keep an eye on their calendar for other events. Building had been beautifully redone and just a chill vibe with some light music in the background that doesn't overpower your conversation. Stop in and check it out next time you are in Bristol!!

Stopped in for a quick drink while we were waiting for a restaurant reservation near by. It was…read moreWednesday and Trivia night so it was hopping. The bar served quickly though! There were loads of options to drink and the general space is interesting.