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Providence College - Off-Campus DiningCollege Prowler4.24
Quick Stats
Best Wings
- Joe's American Bar and Grille
Best Place to Take Your Parents
- Blue Grotto
- Capital Grille
- Hemenway's Seafood Grille and Oyster Bar
College Prowler Take
Providence provides residents and visitors with a plethora of dining choices. From upscale Italian on Federal Hill to the more eclectic flavors of Thayer Street, the city has something to offer every gourmet, except, of course, the indecisive. Certain local spots become staples in the PC collegiate dining experience. Lili Wok is ideal for ordering in on those frigid nights when it’s just too cold to warrant walking anywhere else. When you have stayed out so late, it becomes folly to return home without some sort of nourishment, and many PC students turn to Admiral Spa for sustenance in those wee morning hours. But, at 2 a.m., nothing is more appetizing than a slice of Golden Crust with bleu cheese. (Warning: Do not eat sober!) The ritual parents’ weekend would not be complete without an outing to Federal Hill, especially when you know the 'rents are paying. While everyone maintains a personal favorite suitable to their palette, all appreciate the innumerable choices available. The closest thing to a NY slice of pizza is Antonio’s on Thayer Street, but unfortunately, they do not deliver. However, many eateries do deliver, including Sicilia’s on Federal Hill, but a drawback to delivery is that in the snow it can take up to two hours. Some places, such as Mai Tai, accept credit cards for those running short on cash. Dining out and delivery are an excellent option when you’ve run out of Slavin money and Ray disappoints yet again. Offering a diverse selection of cuisine for all budgets, Providence restaurants subscribe to the old adage, "Variety is the spice of life." Students Speak Out
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PCJL says: Providence College 2011 Psychology  |
If there is one great thing in...
If there is one great thing in Providence, it is the amount of restaurants we have. Within walking distance are the Admiral Spa, which is a great, cheap breakfast place, and LaSalle Bakery for sandwiches and deserts. In town there are a ton of chain restaurants like The Cheesecake Factory, but also unique ones, as well. For some excellent food and a ton of places to choose from, I recommend Federal Hill, especially Mediterraneo, but it is quite pricey.
Off-Campus Dining: March 02, 2009
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dubbs88 says: Providence College 2005 Social Sciences |
There are many restaurants...
There are many restaurants surrounding PC. The Providence Place Mall has a lot of good restaurants with cheap prices, such as The Cheesecake Factory, Fire + Ice, and Joe's American Bar and Grille. There are also pizza places right near campus if you feel like ordering in for the night. A good place to go for more expensive food, which is good for dates or special occasions, is Federal Hill. It is filled with a number of Italian restaurants and dessert bars. For warmer days and something fun to do in the afternoon, Thayer Street is right near the Brown campus and has restaurants, along with pizza places, ice cream and smoothie shops, and coffee shops.
Off-Campus Dining: March 02, 2009
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Two words: Fire + Ice. Usually,...
Two words: Fire + Ice. Usually, when you’re going out to eat from school, you’re going with a group of friends. Not only is Fire + Ice great food, but it’s the easiest to split the bill. It’s a buffet and runs about 15 dollars for dinner and even less for lunch. You personalize your own stir fry plate and most importantly, it’s all you can eat! |
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Restaurants are excellent!...
Restaurants are excellent! Brickway on Wickeden is wonderful for breakfast. There is Olives if you want a good martini and great jazz music. |
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The restaurants off campus are...
The restaurants off campus are amazing. On Thayer Street, I would hit up Kartabar (really interesting Mediterranean food), Phillipe’s (for really good wraps and sandwiches), or even Café Paragon (for a slightly nicer sit-down meal.) |
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Providence College? FactsStudent Favorites
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Uno's Pizzeria
Other Places to Check Out
- Brickway (Breakfast)
- Kartabar Restaurant (Mediterranean)
- Olives
- Pastiche Fine Desserts Café
Grocery Stores
North Providence Food Mart
1370 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence
(401) 353-6760
Shaw's Supermarkets
15 Smithfield Road, North Providence
(401) 353-2075
Whole Foods Market
601 N. Main St., Providence
(401) 621-5990
Restaurant Listing
Admiral Spa Inc.
Breakfast
624 Admiral St.
(401) 831-5178
Price: $5–$10
Great breakfast food for drunk students.
Hours: Daily 5 a.m.–2 p.m.
Antonio's Pizza
Pizza
256 Thayer St.
(401) 455-3600
Price: $8–$15
Gourmet pizza.
Hours: Monday–Wednesday 11 a.m.–1:30 a.m., Thursday–Saturday 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
Blue Grotto
Southern Italian
210 Atwells Ave.
(401) 272-9030
Price: $15–$30
Patio dining.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–10 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Sunday 12 a.m.–9 p.m.
Café 412
Panninis and wood grilled pizzas
414 Douglas Ave.
(401) 270-2233
cafefourtwelve.com
Price: $8–$15
Amazing fresh fruit crepes.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 5 p.m.–1 a.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–1 a.m.
Café Paragon and Viva
American/Mediterranean
234 Thayer St., College Hill
(401) 331-6200
www.paragonandviva.com
Price: $10–$20
Great ambiance.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Capital Grille
Steakhouse
1 Union Station
(401) 521-5600
Price: $18–$35
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 5 p.m.–10 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 5 p.m.–11 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 4 p.m.–9 p.m.
Cassarino's Restaurant
Italian
177 Atwells Ave.
(401) 751-3333
Price: $10–$20
Romantic atmosphere.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Casserta's Pizzeria
Pizza, Italian
121 Spruce St.
(401) 272- 3618
Price: $10–$20
Delivery.
Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 9:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 9:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m., Sunday 9:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Fire + Ice
Asian
48 Providence Place
(401) 270-4040
www.fire-ice.com
Price: $15–$30
All-you-can-eat, personalized stir-fry buffet.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11:30–12 a.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–11 p.m.
Golden Crust Pizza
Pizza
228 Oakland Ave.
(401) 273-2288
Price: $5–$10
Proximity to late-night parties.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 3 p.m.–2 a.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–2 a.m.
Hemenway's Seafood Grille and Oyster Bar
Seafood
121 S. Main St.
(401) 351-8570
Price: $20–$40
Raw bar.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–9 p.m.
Joe's American Bar and Grille
American
148 Providence Pl.
(401) 270-4737
Price: $10–$20
The revolving door.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–12:30 a.m.
La Creperie
Crepes and salads
82 Fones Alley
(401) 751-5536
Price: $2–$5
Hours: Monday–Thursday 10 a.m.–12 a.m., Friday–Saturday 9 a.m.–2 a.m., Sunday 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Lili Wok
Chinese
600 Douglas Ave.
(401) 331-8188
Price: $5–$10
Delivery.
Hours: Daily 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Mai Tai
Asian
101 Mineral Springs
(401) 354-6868
Price: $8–$15
Resealable plastic containers—great for leftovers.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Meditteraneo
Italian
134 Atwells Ave.
(401) 331-7760
Price: $20–$40
Turns into a Salsa Club on the weekends.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Saturday 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m.–9 p.m.
Sicilia's Pizza
Pizza
181 Atwells Ave.
(401) 273-9222
Price: $2–$6
Delivery.
Hours: Daily 10:30 a.m.–2 a.m.
The Abbey
Wings, burgers and sandwiches
686 Admiral St.
(401) 351-4346
Price: $8–$15
More than 90 types of beer.
Hours: Monday 4 p.m.–12 a.m., Tuesday–Sunday 12 p.m.–1 a.m.
The Cheesecake Factory
Eclectic and international
94 Providence Place
(401) 270-4010
www.thecheesecakefactory.com
Price: $15–$30
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday– Saturday 11:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
The Gatehouse Restaurant
American
4 Richmond Sq., Suite 100B
(401) 521-9229
Price: $20–$40
Elegant athmosphere.
Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 5 p.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 5 p.m.–9 p.m.
Union Station Brewery
American
36 Exchange Terrace
(401) 274-2739
Price: $10–$20
Late-night food.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–1:30 a.m.
Uno Chicago Grill
American
82 Providence Place
(401) 270-4866
www.unos.com
Price: $8–$15
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Did You Know?Mondays are college night at Fire & Ice. Present your college ID and you eat for $10. When ordering from Golden Crust, make sure to get bleu cheese and throw in a side of golden fries. Want more than just a regular slice? Antonio’s specializes in gourmet pizza. Chicken pesto and tomato basil are to die for! Meditteraneo’s turns into a salsa club after hours on the weekend. Most local restaurants offer free delivery to campus, making delicious picnics in your dorm room always an option.
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