One of the best parts of living in Rhode Island is enjoying the amazing restaurants found all over the place! Many of which have been standing for decades and are still under ownership of the same founding families. If you’re in the mood for great food served at a locally owned and operated establishment, this is the perfect list to start with.
- Frank and John’s From Italy, East Greenwich
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Yelp/Jeff M. Frank and John’s From Italy serves amazing classic Italian cuisine in addition to its wonderful pizza. It has been a family run operation for more than 50 years and we hope they’ll never leave! Find them at 186 Main Street.
- Louis Restaurant, Providence
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Yelp/Ruby S. This decades-old diner style restaurant is a much loved hang out located at 286 Brook Street on the East Side of Providence. It’s a great place to go when you’re craving a no frills home cooked meal in Providence.
- Aunt Carrie’s, Narragansett
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Yelp/Lorin C. Aunt Carrie’s might have one of the most exciting histories around. It was started in the 1920s and is credited for inventing the oh so very important Rhode Island food staple known as the clam cake. The family that runs it continues to take their food very seriously, making this a must see place. Find it at 1240 Ocean Road.
- Gary’s Handy Lunch, Newport
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Yelp/Rosa B. Gary’s Handy Lunch is a perfect mom & pop breakfast and lunch spot in Newport. The retro decor adds to the cozy atmosphere you’ll find here. Find it at 462 Thames Street.
- Lindy’s Tavern, Slatersville
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Facebook/Lindy’s Tavern Lindy’s Tavern in Slatersville is a neighborhood hang out for locals in the area. They serve legendary fish and chips and have a super friendly waitstaff. Find it at 82 School Street.
- Chester’s, Harmony
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Yelp/Brian S. Chester’s has been family owned and operated since 1995. They pride themselves on being a comfortable and affordable restaurant with unforgettable food. Find them at 102 Punam Pike in Harmony. You won’t regret your visit!
- Barcello’s Family Restaurant, Tiverton
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Yelp/Barcello’s Barcellos is an amazing mom & pop restaurant serving a combination of Italian, Portguguese, Spanish, and American style cuisine. The menu offers an exciting array of locally caught seafood entrees, mouth watering appetizers, and more. Visit them at 1214 Stafford Road.
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Yelp/Jeff M.
Frank and John’s From Italy serves amazing classic Italian cuisine in addition to its wonderful pizza. It has been a family run operation for more than 50 years and we hope they’ll never leave! Find them at 186 Main Street.
Facebook/Lous Restaurant
Yelp/Ruby S.
This decades-old diner style restaurant is a much loved hang out located at 286 Brook Street on the East Side of Providence. It’s a great place to go when you’re craving a no frills home cooked meal in Providence.
Yelp/R E
Yelp/Lorin C.
Aunt Carrie’s might have one of the most exciting histories around. It was started in the 1920s and is credited for inventing the oh so very important Rhode Island food staple known as the clam cake. The family that runs it continues to take their food very seriously, making this a must see place. Find it at 1240 Ocean Road.
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Yelp/Rosa B.
Gary’s Handy Lunch is a perfect mom & pop breakfast and lunch spot in Newport. The retro decor adds to the cozy atmosphere you’ll find here. Find it at 462 Thames Street.
Facebook/Lindy’s Tavern
Lindy’s Tavern in Slatersville is a neighborhood hang out for locals in the area. They serve legendary fish and chips and have a super friendly waitstaff. Find it at 82 School Street.
Yelp/Brian S.
Chester’s has been family owned and operated since 1995. They pride themselves on being a comfortable and affordable restaurant with unforgettable food. Find them at 102 Punam Pike in Harmony. You won’t regret your visit!
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Yelp/Barcello’s
Barcellos is an amazing mom & pop restaurant serving a combination of Italian, Portguguese, Spanish, and American style cuisine. The menu offers an exciting array of locally caught seafood entrees, mouth watering appetizers, and more. Visit them at 1214 Stafford Road.
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