BARS, PUBS & SPEAKEASIES
Here are some neighborhood bars, pubs and speakeasies where you can imbibe locally.
Loma in Providence.
NORTH / CENTRAL
LOMA, PROVIDENCE VIBE: This tiny cocktail hideaway is like a chill house party where low Latin and salsa music isn’ t too loud for intimate conversation. Small groups gather on cozy velvet banquettes and stools, in corner nooks and at the bar. FYI: Sip tropical-style cocktails and zero-proof drinks made with curated spirits, housemade syrups, gorgeous garnishes and hand-cut ice cubes. @ loma _ bar
CLEMENTINE COCKTAIL BAR, PROVIDENCE VIBE: The U-shaped bar offers a rainbow of more than twenty libations that are like artwork in a glass. Each cocktail has a story behind the spirits and flavors, with interesting glassware and presentation to match. FYI: Check out the website for upcoming pop-up chef nights when the cocktail bar hosts an intimate multi-course experience. clementinecocktailbar. com
KIKI, PROVIDENCE VIBE: The former Justine’ s has transformed into an“ affordable” tiki bar in Olneyville with fun tropical cocktails like a Mai Thai, Blue Hawaiian and a giant scorpion bowl served in a flamingothemed vessel. FYI: There ' s an adjoining bar next door, The Knight Library, which means bar hopping without ever leaving the building. @ kikibarolneyville
RED DOOR, PROVIDENCE VIBE: It has all the makings of a great bar with craft cocktails and beer, comfort food and a team that honors Thee Red Fez with its own twist. FYI: The kitchen serves amazing deviled eggs, poutine and mac and cheese( odes to Thee Red Fez) as late as midnight. reddoorpvd. com
THE XO BAR, PROVIDENCE VIBE: The historic John Updike House has been remodeled to include plush seating with many nooks for intimate conversation. FYI: They make a killer espresso martini. thexobar. com
THE ROYAL BOBCAT, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Travel to 1920s New Orleans without leaving the state. This bar pays tribute to the Big Easy with saxy jazz music and cat-centric artwork on the walls, plus velvet armchairs and exposed brick as the backdrop. FYI: The bar serves up potions including seasonal and tropical-style cocktails that are sure to fuel a fun night out. theroyalbobcat. com
SPORT AND LEISURE, PROVIDENCE AND EAST GREENWICH VIBE: Come in for late-night shenanigans including bright orange sports coolers filled with beer, or save your misbehavin’ for Sunday brunch. FYI: After sipping on an elegantly garnished cocktail or two, stick around for the food. Choose from the Asian sweet chili cauliflower bites, the southwest eggrolls and the S & L steak sub. sportandleisurepvd. com
LUCKY ENOUGH, PROVIDENCE VIBE: A self-proclaimed beer-and-a-shot joint where you can also sip a well-balanced and creative craft cocktail. FYI: Owner and funnyman Vito Lantz made up quirky names for all the drinks based on song titles. luckyenoughpvd. com
DEADBEATS, PROVIDENCE VIBE: The bar is decorated with quirky attractions like horrorthemed props, campy’ 80s films play on the TV and there’ s a fiberglass Ronald McDonald statue for photo ops.
FYI: Try the house Ecto Cooler-themed spiked punch or shots served in skull glasses. @ deadbeats _ pvd
MCBRIDE’ S PUB, PROVIDENCE VIBE: A traditional Irish pub with patio seating and live entertainment in the heart of Wayland Square. FYI: Whatever draught beer you choose is bound to pair perfectly with one of the pub’ s delicious handhelds, like the corned beef sliders or the Reuben McBride. mcbrides-pub. com
MARCELINO’ S, PROVIDENCE VIBE: Settle into an intimate nook with complex cocktails made with baklava-spiced whiskey, white vermouth, orange blossom and honey. FYI: Bartenders create most ingredients for the cocktail menu from scratch, including infused spirits, housemade syrups and dehydrated citrus and fruit garnishes. marcelinosboutiquebar. com
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