Providence City Guide: Food

Angelo’s Restaurant
141 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI
(401) 621-8171
www.angelosri.com
Hours: Sunday: 12-9pm, Monday-Thursday: 11:30am-9pm
Friday-Saturday 11:30am-10pm
Price: $$

Grandparents will appreciate the history of Angelo’s just as much as the food. This family-owned business opened in 1924, and has since been creating beautiful memories for other families. That, paired up with Angelo’s famous southern Italian staples and great service, make it a must-taste during your family’s visit to Providence.

Edgewood Café
1864 Broad Street, Cranston, RI
(401) 383-5550
www.edgewoodcafe.com/Edgewood_Cafe_Cranston,_Rhode_Island_RI.html
Hours: 5-9pm (daily)
Price: $$

Don’t be fooled by the traditional menu at Edgewood Café. Since 2008, this restaurant has selected a “Best Neighborhood Restaurant” by the Providence Phoenix Review and a Best of 2008 by the Rhode Island Monthly. Although there’s a great kid’s menu available, why not let your grandkids try to the “Make Your Own” gourmet pizza instead.

Julian’s Restaurant
318 Broadway, Providence, RI
(401) 861-1770
www.juliansprovidence.com
Hours:
Brunch: Monday-Friday: 9am-4:30pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9am-2:45pm
Dinner: 5-11pm (daily)
Price: $$

Julian’s Restaurant is just a cool, innovative place to be-let alone eat. With a wide selection of brunch and dinner options, including a delicious dessert menu (think Brown Butter Crème Brulee and Chocolate Marshmallow Pound Cake), Julian’s should be on your list of visits while in Providence. However, it’s not just their food that makes Julian’s a great location to visit. This restaurant exhibits artwork and designs by local artists, and even has an Omnibus that was selected as a “Best Street Food” in 2011 by the Rhode Island Monthly Magazine. Check the website for the Omnibus’ whereabouts during your stay.

River Falls Restaurant & Lounge
74 South Main Street, Woonsocket, RI
(401) 235-9026
www.riverfallsri.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=64&Itemid=86
Hours:
Tuesday: 4-9pm
Wednesday: 3-10pm
Thursday-Saturday: 4-10pm
Sunday: 12-8pm
Price: $$$

Located in Northern Rhode Island on the banks of the Blackstone River, guests can expect a great view to accompany their delicious meal. And with the their legendary El Dorado Prime Ribs and Alaskan King Crab Legs, there is always something exciting on the menu at River Falls. Grandkids, especially, can enjoy Sunday Family Scribble Day from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. Any item on the kids menu is free and servers will cover your table with construction paper so kids (and adults) can scribble and color. Crayons are provided, but your grandkids have to bring on the talent.

Joe’s American Bar & Grill (pictured above)
148 Providence Place, Providence, RI
(401) 270-4737
www.joesamerican.com/index.cfm/pk/content/cd/LOCATION/pid/10245/cdid/10348
Hours:  
Lunch: Monday-Saturday: 11am-4pm
Dinner : Monday-Thursday: 4-11:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4pm-12am, Sunday: 10am-10pm       Brunch : Saturday-Sunday: 10am-2pm
Price: $$

Joe's American Bar & Grill is perfect for you and your grandchildren to enjoy a relaxed, delicious American meal. Its casual lunches and family dinners, featuring classic, all-American favorites along with some signature recipes, make it a Providence favorite. Some of their most popular dishes include ribs, meatloaf, prime rib, roasted chicken, juicy burgers, homemade soups, signature salads, and a lineup of tempting appetizers, including bruschetta mozzarella, crispy calamari, and crab cakes. But of course, ask your grandkids and their probably favor the delicious dessert menu instead, with the warm apple-walnut crisp, famous chocolate cake and a delicious apple pie, who blames them.

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