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OYSTERS
NORTH / CENTRAL
PROVIDENCE OYSTER BAR , PROVIDENCE AND EAST GREENWICH A famed spot for city-dwellers , this shell spot is best known for its signature raw bar and sophisticated yet flavorful offerings of the freshest seafood in the city . From lobster gnocchi to hand-rolled sushi , its menu surely runs the gamut . providenceoysterbar . com
GREENWICH BAY OYSTER BAR , EAST GREENWICH This mid-state gem is well known for its tavern-like setting complete with a large raw bar filled with locally sourced oysters and clams . But if you ’ re looking for a meatier option , the Surf and Turf and the Po ’ Boy ( which can be made with battered shrimp or oysters ) are solid choices . greenwichbay oysterbar . com
EAST
BRISTOL OYSTER BAR , BRISTOL Housed in an historic building that once served as a Customs House , post office and YMCA facility , Bristol Oyster Bar offers up classic New England charm and cuisine . When weather permits , request to be seated on their outdoor patio to experience the quintessential beauty of downtown Bristol . bristoloysterbar . com
SEAFOOD STAPLES
Pronounced clam cakes and “ chowdah ,” the classic combo appears on many local menus — but these spots do it best , along with other Rhode Island favorites .
MIDTOWN OYSTER BAR , NEWPORT Located on Newport ’ s bustling Thames Street , Midtown Oyster Bar ’ s two-story building serves up two bar areas , three dining rooms and three outside decks . So , whether you ’ re looking for casual snacks and cocktails with friends or a more formal dining experience , it ’ s safe to say they have you covered . midtownoyster . com
SOUTH
MATUNUCK OYSTER BAR , SOUTH KINGSTOWN Committed to uniting fresh , locally grown produce with farm-raised and wild-caught seafood , Matunuck Oyster Bar ’ s signature raw bar offers a variety of Rhode Island oysters , crisp cherrystones , littleneck clams and jumbo shrimp . Matunuck Oysters are grown in Potter Pond right off the waterfront patio and many of its herbs and vegetables are grown in its vegetable farm on the north end of the pond . rhodyoysters . com
CALAMARI
NORTH / CENTRAL
LOS ANDES , PROVIDENCE Calamari rings floured , fried and tossed with queso blanco , choclo , mint , cherry tomatoes , banana peppers , cherry peppers and garlic butter , finished with an aged balsamic reduction . losandesri . com
ANDINO ’ S , PROVIDENCE A classic lightly breaded version served with hot cherry peppers and finished in garlic butter . andinosprovidence . com
ANDREA ’ S , PROVIDENCE A Greek twist on the dish with extra-large calamari rings served with virgin olive oil , sun-dried tomatoes and cherry peppers . andreasri . com
AL FORNO , PROVIDENCE Al Forno ’ s signature pizza is topped with crisp and tender fried squid rings and delicate tentacles on a base of spicy tomato and red chili arrabiata , covered with melted pecorino Romano and fontina cheeses , and fired directly on the hardwood charcoal-fired grill . alforno . com
EAST
ANTHONY ’ S SEAFOOD , MIDDLETOWN For a little kick with an Asian flair , Anthony ’ s Kung Pao calamari comes with hot peppers , sweet plum chili sauce and peanuts . anthonysseafood . net
SOUTH
CELESTIAL CAFE , EXETER Your choice between Eastern Calamari ( with RI Mushroom Co . mix , peapods , spindled root vegetables , scallions , ginger and housemade soy glaze ) and Citrus Pesto Calamari ( with lemons , capers , roasted red peppers , roasted garlic , artichoke hearts , pesto and housemade limoncello ). celestialcaferi . com
COAST GUARD HOUSE , NARRAGANSETT Lightly floured Point Judith fried calamari rings and tentacles are served with house pickled pepper relish , a citrus vinaigrette and fresh basil for a little salt , fat , acid and heat all in one bite . thecoastguardhouse . com
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