garitas ) brings in the crowds , while live music and fun events like drag trivia , paint nights and pet adoption socials prove that this place is a pillar of Riverside . 326 Bullocks Point Ave ., Riverside , 808-6940 , unionburrito . co
PORTUGUESE RESTAURANT O Dinis
When locals pine for a taste of Portugal and the Azores , O Dinis makes them feel at home . Maybe it ’ s the food and atmosphere , but definitely the prominent Portuguese personalities . Owner Dinis Paiva is a renowned fado singer who welcomes the community for live Music Mondays . The homey restaurant hosts Portuguese celebs from soccer teams and music stars to political dignitaries , who all rave about the menu developed by Dinis ’ s daughter , Natalia Paiva-Neves , who ’ s a “ Top Chef ” -worthy cook . Food Network , are you listening ? 579 Warren Ave ., East Providence , 438-3769 , odinis restaurant . com
COCKTAILS Clementine
This U-shaped bar offers a rainbow of over-twenty-one libations that are as beautiful as they are gratifying . This is a science lab of hedonism , in which booze is the least interesting component of the varied glasses , each one a blend of juices , bitters , garnishes and smoke . In an age when doughnuts and cupcakes have become hyperornamented , Clementine proves that nothing will impress someone fresh off a long workday more than a cocktail made with care . 200 Washington St ., Providence , 533-1000 , clementinecocktailbar . com
KEY LIME PIE Double Barrel Steak by David Burke
For lovers of Key lime pie , celebrity chef David Burke validates your obsession with the first bite of this epic and irresistible pie . For those who haven ’ t yet discovered the grandeur of this classic tart dessert , start here and nothing else will ever measure up . It ’ s a mile high and the perfect balance between sharp and soothing . Novelty has value , but this is the best bite of nostalgia in the state . The Preserve Sporting Club & Residences , 53 Kingstown Rd ., Richmond , 327-8325 , double barrelsteakbydb . com
POP-UP ICE CREAM SHOP Tizzy K ’ s Cereal Ice Cream
If flavors like Cocoa Puffs , Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Oops ! All Berries bring you back to your childhood , why not blend them into ice cream ? Tizzy K ’ s is where two worlds collide if you can ’ t decide which sweet treat to eat . Bonus : It gives you an excuse to eat dessert for breakfast . Stop by the former-cargo-container-turned-pop-up-ice-cream shop on the eastern side of the Providence River
Cristian Cantaragiu , manager at Clementine .
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