LET ’ S LUNCH
You can ’ t go wrong with a sloppy Harry chili dog and one of Harry ’ s milkshakes ( alcoholic or non ). harrysbarburger . com
LUIGI ’ S RESTAURANT AND GOURMET EXPRESS
VIBE : Family-oriented Italian joint with traditional dishes . Stay for a sit-down meal while listening to the summer Music in the Cafe series or grab the menu to go . GET THIS : The maple glazed pecan salmon and Amalfi Coast roasted scrod are to die for , but warm up your tastebuds with the fig and prosciutto flatbread for a light appetizer . luigisgourmet . com
EAST
SPROUT AND LENTIL , MIDDLETOWN
VIBE : Vegan , plant-based and kosher diners rejoice . GET THIS : Any of the burgers will make you forget what meat tastes like . Don ’ t sleep on the chili with homemade cornbread . sproutandlentil . com
BAR AND BOARD BISTRO , NEWPORT
VIBE : An eclectic-yet-contemporary blend of Newport vibes . GET THIS : The build-your-own charcuterie board or oysters on the half shell from the raw bar , plus a Kombuchanist cocktail . barandboard . com
DINNER
LET ’ S LUNCH
The District , Providence Geoff ’ s Superlative Sandwiches ,
Providence Ocean State Sandwich Company ,
Providence McBride ' s Pub , Providence Providence Burger Bar , Providence Tumblesalts Cafe , North Providence Providence Coal-Fired Pizza , Providence , North Kingstown and Westerly
Chomp Kitchen and Drinks , Providence and Warren
Stanley ’ s Famous Hamburgers ,
Central Falls KelCarQ BBQ , Smithfield Smoke House , Newport Becky ’ s BBQ , Middletown Mission , Middletown Flatts Smokehouse , South Kingstown Pasquale ’ s Pizzeria Napoletana ,
South Kingstown Colvitto ’ s Pizza & Bakery , Narragansett Brick Pizza Co ., Bristol Crazy Burger , Narragansett Gansett Wraps , Narragansett and
Middletown Misquamicut Sandwich Company ,
Westerly
CRU CAFE , NEWPORT VIBE : Local flavors and an ever-changing menu at this quick pit stop . GET THIS : Multiple variations of avocado toast and elevated sandwiches will make you feel as fancy as the million-dollar homes . crucafenewport . com
WALLY ’ S WIENERS , NEWPORT VIBE : A vibrant , fun spot for all things hot dogs , burgers , cocktails and beer . GET THIS : The Wally Wiener , a hot dog topped with bacon , grilled peppers and onions and homemade sauce . Named after the owner ’ s goldendoodle , Wally , this spot started out as a humble hot dog cart and is now Rhode Island ’ s premier spot for authentic German saugys . wallyswieners . com
SOUTH
AUNT CARRIE ’ S , NARRAGANSETT VIBE : Break up a day at the beach and march over in your flip-flops to this quintessential Rhode Island seafood staple . GET THIS : Fried whole belly clams . Aunt Carrie ’ s is a go-to spot for all things seafood and casual seaside dining . Residents and tourists alike have been flocking to this famous shack since 1920 . auntcarriesri . com
Pizza from Bar ‘ Cino in Newport .
NORTH / CENTRAL
10 ROCKS TAPAS BAR , PAWTUCKET VIBE : Traditional Cape Verdean dishes plus toe-tapping entertainment . GET THIS : Tasty starters like calamari di Cabo Verde or the 10 Rocks chicken wings will get you excited for the bitoque , a Portuguese style sirloin steak topped with demi-glace and fried eggs . Delve into the rich mango cheesecake or a Caipirinha cocktail . 10rockstapasbar . com
PAT ’ S ITALIAN RESTAURANT , JOHNSTON AND COVENTRY VIBE : Authentic Italian fare in New England . GET THIS : The pasta miscuglio with sea scallops and jumbo shrimp or the handbreaded chicken Sorrento with creamy ricotta cheese . patsitalian . com
CAV , PROVIDENCE VIBE : Exposed-brick interior filled with worldly treasures and antiques , highlighted by opulent lighting fixtures . GET THIS : The black truffle ravioli with shaved turnips and broccoli rabe in a lemon sage vinaigrette is simply divine . cavrestaurant . com
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