Rhode Island is filled with hundreds of fantastic restaurants all in close proximity. With so many amazing choices, it can be hard to decide where to go. Many locals often end up sticking to just a few favorite places and develop a fierce restaurant loyalty. If you’re one of these people, and are thinking about changing things up, here’s a perfect list to start with! These lesser known spots might be tucked away where you’d least expect it and are really worth discovering.
- The Cooked Goose, Westerly
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Yelp/Erin K. This quirky restaurant is found in Westerly. They serve a classic breakfast and lunch menu and baked goods that are out of this world. Find them on Watch Hill Road.
- Loie Fullers, Providence
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Yelp/Leesha Z. Found on Westminster Street heading towards Olneyville is one of Providence’s most unique eateries. Loie Fuller’s serves up French inspired dishes and creative cocktails in their artsy restaurant.
- Scratch Kitchen and Catering, Newport
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Yelp/Marvin S. This friendly and cozy eatery serves amazing sandwiches, soups, and breakfast items. Their gourmet grilled cheese might just be the best in state. Find them on Broadway in Newport.
- Pick Pockets, Smithfield
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Yelp/Justine Coderre R. This sandwich shop is found where you would least expect it in a gas station on Washington Highway in Smithfield. The falafel is to die for and you won’t regret searching for it.
- Corner Thai Cafe, Westerly
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Yelp/Michele L. Found on Beach Street in Westerly is this amazing Thai restaurant. Find an amazing menu and friendly staff at Corner Thai Cafe.
- Rhea’s Kitchen, Middletown
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Yelp/Morgan Y. This place specializes in comfort food classics made with fresh and organic ingredients. With such a delicious menu, it’s no wonder their slogan is, “Newport’s best kept secret.”
- The Red Fez, Providence
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Yelp/Joanna R. The Red Fez features a rotating menu of creative cuisine and cocktails in its hip atmosphere. The poutine fries have slowly become a local legend. You can find them on Peck Street in Providence.
- Cook & Dagger, Greenville
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Facebook/Cook & Dagger Featured in Providence Monthly’s Best of Rhode Island, Cook & Dagger is an amazing restaurant found in Greenville. They are located on Putnam Pike.
- Ebisu, Providence
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Facebook/Ebisu This elegant Japanese restaurant is found on Plainfield pike. They feature traditional small plates and crafted cocktails.
- Camille’s, Providence
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Yelp/Camille’s While there are many amazing authentic Italian restaurants to choose from along Federal Hill, many argue that Camille’s is the best. Set on Bradford Street, just a block away from Atwells is where you can find this delicious gem.
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Yelp/Danny P.
Yelp/Erin K.
This quirky restaurant is found in Westerly. They serve a classic breakfast and lunch menu and baked goods that are out of this world. Find them on Watch Hill Road.
Yelp/Victoria K.
Yelp/Leesha Z.
Found on Westminster Street heading towards Olneyville is one of Providence’s most unique eateries. Loie Fuller’s serves up French inspired dishes and creative cocktails in their artsy restaurant.
Yelp/Kara R.
Yelp/Marvin S.
This friendly and cozy eatery serves amazing sandwiches, soups, and breakfast items. Their gourmet grilled cheese might just be the best in state. Find them on Broadway in Newport.
Yelp/Rui M.
Yelp/Justine Coderre R.
This sandwich shop is found where you would least expect it in a gas station on Washington Highway in Smithfield. The falafel is to die for and you won’t regret searching for it.
Yelp/Orathai N.
Yelp/Michele L.
Found on Beach Street in Westerly is this amazing Thai restaurant. Find an amazing menu and friendly staff at Corner Thai Cafe.
Yelp/Rhea M.
Yelp/Morgan Y.
This place specializes in comfort food classics made with fresh and organic ingredients. With such a delicious menu, it’s no wonder their slogan is, “Newport’s best kept secret.”
Facebook/Red Fez
Yelp/Joanna R.
The Red Fez features a rotating menu of creative cuisine and cocktails in its hip atmosphere. The poutine fries have slowly become a local legend. You can find them on Peck Street in Providence.
Facebook/Cook & Dagger
Featured in Providence Monthly’s Best of Rhode Island, Cook & Dagger is an amazing restaurant found in Greenville. They are located on Putnam Pike.
Yelp/Neil B.
Facebook/Ebisu
This elegant Japanese restaurant is found on Plainfield pike. They feature traditional small plates and crafted cocktails.
Yelp/Mary S.
Yelp/Camille’s
While there are many amazing authentic Italian restaurants to choose from along Federal Hill, many argue that Camille’s is the best. Set on Bradford Street, just a block away from Atwells is where you can find this delicious gem.
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