EAT
FAMILY-FRIENDLY DINING
With cozy settings and crowd-pleasing menu items, these family-friendly spots will satisfy even the pickiest of appetites.
NORTH / CENTRAL
THE DISTRICT, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Crispy wood-fired pizzas to share with the family, as well as exceptional apps and entrees. ON THE MENU: The District dip, oven-fired garlic knots or loaded tots pair well with the pink vodka pizza or the hot honey white pizza and the tequila sangria. thedistrictri. com
DURK’ S BAR-B-Q, PROVIDENCE VIBE: A Texas-style barbecue joint marked by a dry-rub spice blend and meats cooked low and slow in an Ole Hickory smoker. ON THE MENU: Go for a traditional Southern-style brisket with skillet cornbread and coleslaw or mix it up with a smoked meatloaf sandwich with cheddar cheese and banana peppers. durksbbq. com
INDIA RESTAURANT, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Let India add some spice to your night, while seated in either the elegantly decorated dining room or the breezy patio area. ON THE MENU: Start off with a warm naan bread basket containing six varieties, then enjoy the mixed kabob platter or the mango chicken curry. End the night with the shahi kheer, cardamom-flavored rice pudding with almonds and golden raisins. indiarestaurant. com
110 GRILL, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Casual contemporary American menu with vegetarian and meat-based dishes. ON THE MENU: Start with barbecue chicken nachos or the bang bang cauliflower followed by the gnocchi Bolognese or Thai sesame salmon. 110grill. com
ANGELO’ S, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Italian comfort food for more than 100 years. ON THE MENU: You can’ t go wrong with the strato di melanzane: pan-fried eggplant, creamy ricotta, pecorino Romano and mozzarella cheese layered with house gravy and served with a side of garlic bread. angelosri. com
LAURA’ S BAR AND GRILL, SMITHFIELD VIBE: Industrial pub-style restaurant with a sports theme. ON THE MENU: Eggplant Florentine is a filling option for the veggie eaters, and don’ t skip the sliders, perfect for a small appetite or tiny hands. laurasbarandgrill. com
BLACKIE’ S, SMITHFIELD VIBE: Diverse menu with a neighborhood feel. ON THE MENU: Short rib ramen is great for adventurous eaters, but they also have menu items safe for all types of allergies. eatatblackies. com
PATRIOTS DINER, WOONSOCKET VIBE: A diner that feels like home. ON THE MENU: This classic diner is known for all-day breakfast, homestyle entrees and seasonal specials. Go for one of the jumbo burgers or breakfast platters. patriotsdiner. com
EAST
THE GUILD, WARREN VIBE: Industrial chic inside, sweet waterfront views on the outdoor patio. ON THE MENU: Gather around and share nachos and a veggie flatbread, topped off with a cast iron chocolate chip cookie and a From the Isle Irish red ale. theguildwarren. com
THE LOVE SHACK GRILL, WARREN VIBE: An intimate little spot, complete with an outdoor patio that serves barbecue ribs, pulled pork, burgers and tacos. ON THE MENU: The street corn dip with chips and crudite and the pulled pork and grilled mahi mahi tacos. theloveshackgrill. com
RHODY ROOTS, WARREN VIBE: Fun for kiddos and adults, with a welcoming atmosphere and a graffiti wall just begging for your latest masterpiece. ON THE MENU: Hand-rolled sushi, thick burgers and all-day brunch options like buildyour-own brekkie pancakes, French toast and waffles. rhodyroots. com
Rhody Roots in Warren.
BRICK PIZZA CO., BRISTOL VIBE: Rustic Italian favorites and creative pizza specials— all fresh from the hearth. ON THE MENU: Go all-out Rhode Island with the spicy Bristol pie, topped with fra diavolo sauce, chouriço, linguiça and cherry peppers, and the Rhody-style calamari coated in crispy cornmeal and served with garlic butter and banana peppers. brickpizzaco. com
SOUTH
MEWS TAVERN, WAKEFIELD VIBE: Home to a large dining room and three bars, this comfortable spot has plenty of hearty food options for the whole family. ON THE MENU: The Classic BBQ platter with house smoked meat, fries, slaw and maple butter cornbread, the Pink Panther( as in pink vodka sauce) wood-fired pizza or the mahi tacos. mewstavern. com
PHOTOGRAPHY:( TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT) COURTESY OF RHODY ROOTS; ANGEL TUCKER.( NEXT PAGE) COURTESY OF THE DISTRICT.
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