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COURTESY OF DAVE FIORIELLO/ CORY BRAILSFORD [EAST BAY] Black Duck Tavern Start with the loaded tots, covered in melted cheese, bacon and jalapenos or the veggie spring rolls served alongside a sweet and spicy dipping sauce. Your next course of action? The caramelized apple burger, a patty topped with caramelized apples and onions, bacon, arugula and fresh brie on a toasted brioche bun. If Sunday brunch is more your speed, munch on the coconut and pineapple bowl, a heap of oatmeal prepared in coconut milk and coconut yogurt and topped with fresh pineapple and toasted almonds. Did we mention the bottomless mimosas and bloody Marys? WHAT TO EAT: We recommend the jalapeno burger, a patty topped with avocado, salsa, pepper jack cheese, jalapenos and housemade chipotle aioli sauce on a toasted brioche bun. WHO TO BRING: Your best friend or significant other to kick back and relax. WHAT TO WEAR: Keep it casual. A T-shirt and shorts are just fine. THE DRINK SITUATION: You won’t go thirsty here! Sip craft beer or crafty cocktails like the Two Berry Mule or the Grilled Pineapple Margarita. INSIDER’S TIP: Even when the kitchen closes for the night, you can still make a reservation through Open Table to enjoy music and drinks on the patio. THE DETAILS: 31 Warren Ave., East Providence, 434-8703, black ducktavern.com $$ Now Open! 140 Hillside Rd. Cranston, RI | 401-298-8855 BAR DINE-IN ALFRESCO TAKE OUT Order Take Out at OrderLaurasBarandgrill.com 945 Douglas Pike Smithfield, RI 02917 (401) 349-2842 laurasbarandgrill.com 3000 CHAPEL VIEW BLVD. CRANSTON, RI | 401.944.4900 RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY l SEPTEMBER 2020 85