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Quick Bites BAGELS Providence Bagel, various locations Eastside Bagel Company, Providence Bagel Gourmet, Providence Cafe International, Cranston Bristol Bagel Works, Bristol Cafe Tempo Coffee House, Warwick NY Bagels of RI, Narragansett
DOUGHNUTS Knead Doughnuts, various locations Daily RI Homemade Donuts, Johnston Glaze’ n Daze Donuts, Johnston Allie’ s Donuts, North Kingstown Pinku Mochi Donut Cafe, Cranston, Providence and Attleboro, MA
BAKED GOODS Seven Stars Bakery, various locations Wildflour, Pawtucket( vegan) Ellie’ s, Providence LaSalle Bakery, Providence Scialo Bros. Bakery, Providence Pastiche Fine Desserts, Providence Oak Bakeshop, Providence Cafe Ava, Cranston and Providence Baked & Brewed, Warwick Taunton Ave Bakery, East Providence Gardiner Provisions, Newport
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WAFFLES Zinneken’ s, Providence Kow Kow, Providence Caffe Bon Ami, Cranston Jax Diner, Portsmouth Newport Sticks and Cones, Newport Burgundian, Attleboro, MA
CREPES La Creperie, Providence Schasteâ, Providence Cafe Zoey, Providence Layali Cafe, Lincoln Crepe Corner, Cranston Cafe Water Street, Warren Main Street Crepe Company, Warren
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NORTH / CENTRAL
OLNEYVILLE N. Y. SYSTEM, PROVIDENCE AND CRANSTON VIBE: A Rhode Island institution( where you’ ll find all the locals). ON THE MENU: Order a hot wiener“ all the way,” topped with mustard, meat sauce, white onions and celery salt. olneyvillenewyorksystem. com
BRASA Y CHIFA, PROVIDENCE VIBE: This casual Peruvian rotisserie and Chinese fusion restaurant has been a long time coming from the Curi brothers of Los Andes fame. ON THE MENU: At the counter, order a heaping plate of twenty-four-hour marinated rotisserie chicken or picana— Black Angus steak marinated in Peruvian spices and charcoal grilled— with a side of chaufa rice and sweet plantain. brasaandchifa. com
THE MALTED BARLEY, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Fill the table with craft beers and gourmet soft pretzels in this casual setting. ON THE MENU: Grab a pretzel sandwich and one of the seasonal brews or on-tap specials. themaltedbarley. com
PIZZA MARVIN, PROVIDENCE VIBE: A nostalgic menu with open, airy patio seating. ON THE MENU: The house cheese pizza with crisp wood-fired crust. Co-owner and chef Robert Andreozzi was named a semifinalist for the 2023 James Beard Awards under the category of Best Chef: Northeast. pizzamarvin. com
HARRY’ S BAR AND BURGER, PROVIDENCE VIBE: A fun sports bar that appeals to the masses. All burgers are made with freshly ground, certified Hereford beef. ON THE MENU: Why, the M. O. A. B.( mother of all burgers), of course— topped with cheese, hickorysmoked bacon, portobello mushrooms and fried onion strings. You can’ t go wrong with a sloppy Harry chili dog and one of Harry’ s milkshakes( alcoholic or non). harrysbarburger. com
MAVEN’ S DELICATESSEN, PAWTUCKET VIBE: Set in a convivial and energetic atmosphere, guests are surrounded by nostalgic aromas and flavors. ON THE MENU: Matzo ball soup, bagels and lox, whitefish salad or a corned beef Reuben sandwich. mavensdeli. com
KAY’ S RESTAURANT, WOONSOCKET VIBE: Award-winning sandwich joint in a casual atmosphere. ON THE MENU: The famous steak sandwich on a fresh buttered roll served with potato chips, pickles and pepperoncini. kaysrestaurant. com
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LAURA’ S BAR AND GRILL, SMITHFIELD VIBE: Chic and sporty casual. ON THE MENU: The pesto caprese with grilled chicken or eggplant, or braised short rib mac and cheese, with a drink( the Mango Madness specialty cocktail) to finish. laurasbarandgrill. com
CHASKA, CRANSTON VIBE: Hindi for“ obsession,” Chaska aims to connect people with good taste for Indian dishes and drinks in a modern, colorful atmosphere. ON THE MENU: Start with Brussels sprouts Thoran, followed by jackfruit tacos, then delight the table with chocolate banana bread pudding. chaska-usa. com
CORK & RYE GASTROPUB, WARWICK VIBE: A chicer version of your local pub, but with the same charm. ON THE MENU: The mouthwatering bacon and brie burger served with tomato jam and arugula on a brioche roll and a refreshing peach mule. corkandryeri. com
HOPE AND MAIN DOWNTOWN MAKERS MARKETPLACE
This delicious cafe and marketplace is home to the range of products and culinary talents of Hope & Main’ s maker community. View the collection of food entrepreneurs offering made-to-order breakfast and lunch options in its sunny cafe in Providence, alongside a full craft tea and coffee bar. Pick up a warm specialty beverage made by Schasteâ, including the white coconut creme tea or lychee peach tea to wake you up. With grab-and-go breakfast, lunch and snack options, order the classic and creative breakfast sandwiches or the popular kimchi chicken sandwich for lunch. Providence, hopeandmainpvd. org
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