Choose to dine alongside the water , on a rooftop

overlooking the city or on a quaint patio .

NORTH / CENTRAL

RIVER FALLS , WOONSOCKET MENU : A mix of classic tavern and seafood cuisine sure to please anyone . Check out the daily dinner specials that feature fresh ingredients . FYI : This mill-turned-restaurant carries a piece of history from the mid-1800s along the Blackstone River . riverfallscomplex . com

SHARK ’ S PERUVIAN CUISINE , CENTRAL FALLS MENU : Authentic Peruvian cuisine . FYI : Shark ’ s sits on the Blackstone River and its patio is fully equipped with adjustable umbrellas to hide the shine while you dine . sharksperuviancuisine . com

WATERMAN GRILLE , PROVIDENCE MENU : The dinner menu — which includes grilled mahi and hand-rolled ricotta cannelloni — is best served with a sunset , while weekend brunch excites diners with menu choices like eggs Benedict , omelets and a French onion burger with Blackbird Farm beef on a brioche bun . FYI : In a quiet corner of the East Side , this restaurant sits directly on the Seekonk River , giving you a distant view of the stuck-up Crook Point Bascule Bridge . watermangrille . com

CAFE NUOVO , PROVIDENCE MENU : An elegant , carefully crafted offering of flavors from around the globe , including everything from sushi to grilled pizza and escargot . FYI : The dress code for Cafe Nuovo is business casual and patio seating is available by reservation only . cafenuovo . com

HARBOR LIGHTS , WARWICK MENU : The Par & Tackle bar and eatery provides outdoor ambience , a farm-to-table selection and panoramic bay and golf views , but for

those on the go , the Tiki Truck is great for casual takeaway . FYI : As an events venue , expect high-quality , attentive service without the frills of being a guest . harborlightsri . com

EAST

THE BEACH HOUSE , BRISTOL MENU : With all-day menu items like the bao bun sliders and lobster mac and cheese , you ’ ll think summer is every day of the year . FYI : Make a reservation just before the sun sets down on Bristol Harbor for that epic golden hour view . thebeachhouseri . com

TRAFFORD RESTAURANT , WARREN MENU : Start with the Trafford crab cakes , then get your hands on a pesto chicken panini , fish sandwich or a three-cheese grilled cheese paired with tomato soup . FYI : Regardless of whether you sit in the upstairs dining room or back porch , the view of Warren River remains unmatched . traffordrestaurant . com

LEFT : Waterman Grille in Providence .

RIGHT : Rooftop at the Providence G , Providence .

THE WHARF , WARREN MENU : Stick with the handhelds , like the Wharf burger , or the main seafood platters with linguine and clams , steamed lobster and swordfish . FYI : Climb up to the rooftop bar with gorgeous bay sights for post-meal drinks and friendly banter . thewharftavernri . com

THE LAWN AT CASTLE HILL , NEWPORT MENU : Peruse the clever cocktail , smooth wine and diverse craft beer lists before checking out the seafood picks . FYI : Want more than just a meal ? Stay for a night ( or two ) at Castle Hill Inn , situated on a forty-acre peninsula . castlehillinn . com

THE BLACK PEARL , NEWPORT MENU : Come for the seafood , stay for the roasted Statler chicken and deconstructed petite beef Wellington . FYI : Before or after devouring your meal , take a walk through downtown Newport to discover all the beautiful views and businesses that define this historic area . blackpearl newport . com

22 BOWEN ’ S , NEWPORT MENU : World-class steak and surf and turf options . FYI : 22 Bowen ' s open-air bar has an extensive , multi-page wine list broken down by region and blends that are available to order via the outdoor bar . 22bowens . com

BOAT HOUSE RESTAURANT , TIVERTON MENU : The elaborate selection of local seafood , steaks and dishes are made with organic seasonal produce sourced in the area as much as possible . Popular choices include steamed Narragansett littlenecks ,

creamy clam chowder and the shellfish-packed paella with swordfish , chorizo , mussels , Point Judith squid and shrimp over saffron-seasoned rice , tomatoes and peas . FYI : Your view includes the beautiful Mount Hope Bay and docks where dining guests are welcome to tie up their boats as a different kind of free parking . boathousetiverton . com

SOUTH

BLU ON THE WATER , EAST GREENWICH MENU : From crab cakes and Rhode Island calamari to Baja fish tacos , a colossal Connecticut lobster roll and pan roasted mahi mahi , it ’ s only right you order the fresh , delivered-daily seafood along the lively marina . FYI : Catch the live entertainment every day throughout the season . bluonthewater . com

COAST GUARD HOUSE , NARRAGANSETT MENU : With an entree menu divided into pasta , land and sea choices , it ’ s suitable for every palate . Tack on a hot or cold appetizer and a glass of wine suggested by expert servers . FYI : Once a lifesaving station , the restaurant sits on a solid slab of granite overlooking Narragansett Bay , offering unparalleled sea views . thecoastguardhouse . com

MATUNUCK OYSTER BAR , SOUTH KINGSTOWN MENU : Locally grown ingredients with a motto of pond-to-plate , farm-to-table . There are more than just oysters , although they ’ re the main star . FYI : Each table has a beautiful view of Potter Pond as the sun slips beyond the horizon : patio , indoors or rooftop , take your pick . rhodyoysters . com

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