Brix Restaurant Dine on farm-to-table cuisine with plates like the Bad Mother Clucker sandwich . Sip a brew or a glass of estate-grown red or white . Open Wed .– Fri . 5 – 9 p . m . and Sat . 4 – 9 p . m . Parking lot . 909 East Main Rd ., Middletown , 848-5161 , brixnewport . com . $$$ w
Midtown Oyster Bar Dishes include grilled Norwegian salmon , strip steak and more . Open daily for lunch and dinner . Street parking . 345 Thames St ., Newport , 619-4100 , midtown oyster . com . $$$
Surf Club Try the tacos served with pico de gallo and vinaigrette slaw or fried mac and cheese . Build-your-own bloody Mary and mimosa bar . 37 Thames St ., Newport , 619-5701 , surfclub newport . com . $$
PROVIDENCE AREA
Barnaby ’ s Public House A vintage-inspired public house including burgers , nachos and house pickles . Sip pre-Prohibition-era cocktails . Open every day . Street parking . 385 Westminster St ., Providence , 455-6857 , barnabyspublichouse . com . $$
CAV Restaurant Intricate cocktails , a contemporary dinner menu and a bistro-styled lunch . Open daily for lunch and dinner , Sat . and Sun . for brunch . Parking lot . 14 Imperial Pl ., Providence , 751-9164 , cavrestaurant . com . $$$ w
Gregg ’ s Providence Take your pick of tasty desserts like the decadent Death by Chocolate cake . Open daily for lunch , dinner and late-night . Parking lot . 1303 North Main St ., Providence , 831-5700 , greggsusa . com . $$ w
Harry ’ s Bar and Burger Burgers plus traditional and boozy milkshakes . Open daily for lunch , dinner and late-night . Street parking . Four locations . 121 North Main St ., Providence , 228- 7437 ; 301 Atwells Ave ., Providence , 228-3336 , harrysbarburger . com . $
Kleos Authentic Greek dishes like a dip platter and pita and chicken with fasolakia . Open daily for dinner , weekdays for lunch . Street parking . 250 Westminster St ., Providence , 443-4083 . $$
The Malted Barley Grab a pretzel sandwich and one of the seasonal brews or on-tap specials . Check website for hours . Street parking . 334 Westminster St ., Providence , 490-0300 , themalted barley . com . $–$$
Mare Rooftop Savor a slice of prosciutto and arugula pizza . Brunch bites include thick-cut brioche French toast and more . Open Mon .– Sat . for dinner , weekends for brunch . 229 Waterman St ., Providence , 336-6273 , marerooftop . com . $$$–$$$$
Massimo Try the gnocchi con punte di manzo . Monday special , two for $ 50 . Open daily for lunch , dinner and late-night . Valet parking . 134 Atwells Ave ., Providence , 273-0650 , massimori . com . $$$ w
Pane e Vino Italian ristorante serving baked eggplant , tiramisu and more . Open daily for dinner . Valet parking . 365 Atwells Ave ., Providence , 223-2230 , panevino . net . $$$ >>
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Taunton Avenue Bakery
Much like the wall of an art gallery , Taunton Avenue Bakery ’ s large glass display cases are filled with both mesmerizing and abstract creations — the key difference being that you can actually touch these masterpieces ( once purchased , of course !). Glorious goodies include custard tarts , peanut butter cupcakes , lemon squares and eclairs . Regulars are distinguishable by their easy and lighthearted banter with the staff and by their ability to order without a moment ’ s hesitation , whether it is a simple sweet treat to-go or a specialty cake for a later occasion .
WHAT TO EAT : To make the visit extra worthwhile , try one of the bakery ’ s authentic pasteis de nata ( a . k . a . Portuguese custard tartlets ). WHO TO BRING : Who says you need a buddy ? There ’ s no shame in treating yourself every once in a while . WHAT TO WEAR : It ’ s nigh impossible to leave with just one treat in tow , so wear something that has a bit of wiggle room . ( You can thank us later !) THE DRINK SITUATION : Taunton Avenue Bakery ’ s coffee game is strong . INSIDER ’ S TIP : Ask the staff for recommendations ; they know their goodies well ! THE DETAILS : 217 Taunton Ave ., East Providence , 434-3450 , taunton avebakery . com . $
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