Contemporary cuisine: the best places to taste it in Providence

8 restaurant menus in Providence, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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The Dorrance Kitchen & Cocktails
The Dorrance Kitchen & Cocktails
93/100 (1124 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Late Night
Drinks
Dinner
Burger
Beef
Lobster
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Duck
Oyster
O'boy
O'boy
90/100 (94 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Contemporary
Korean
Fusion
Dinner
"Let’s get this out of the way first. O’BOY is fantastic! Ok, now for the nitty-gritty! The food is absolutely delicious! Friends and I made a..."
Christian V.
"I gave this restaurant 5 Stars 🌟 because from the time me and my daughter walked through the door the waiter greeted us and he was very polite and..."
jackie l
"This place is so good! Found it while traveling for work on Christmas Eve and couldn't have done better. Food is really tasty and the desert was..."
Sean Nicholl
"Found this place while wandering around Providence, I had the braised Chinese Pork. It was very good a little salty but enjoyable. Service was..."
Charles Griffin
"I wish I took photos because the food was so beautiful! What a lovely and cozy place. Everything about it- the food, the ambiance, and our fabulous..."
alana deluty
"We only stopped in at the end of the night, a drink and some dessert, so I cannot speak on the entire menu; however, what we had while we were there..."
Andrew Devine
"My boyfriend and I visited O'BOY for the first time in December and were extremely impressed with the quality of the food. They seemed a little..."
Olivia Penney
Julian's
Julian's
82/100 (1954 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Bar
Vegan Options
International
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
American
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Waffles & Crepes
Fish
Tapas
Burger
Pork
Tacos
Shrimp
Ribs
Beef
Eggs Benedict
Pancakes
French Toast
Toasts
Salad
Omelette
Duck
Falafel
Salmon
Corned Beef
Waffles
Fast food
International
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"One of Providence's best. Brunch or Dinner the kitchen, bar, and wait staff always impress. Eclectic draft/bottle/can selection for beer enthusiasts..."
Dwayne Hildreth
"I went for brunch. I loved the wide array of options on the menu. I had the oakenbowl(not sure on the spelling), but it was perfect. The seasoning..."
Kyle McNiel
"The best definitely out of the ordinary in a great way!! The food was to die for, and the atmosphere was as good! memorable dining experience! Would..."
Brian Pires
"Funky hip place for brunch. Veggie and vegan friendly. Great coffee, outstanding home fries, real maple syrup. Fantastic service and the best music...."
Barbara Baker-Hashim
"Kids and I LOVED this place. Incredible food!!We were visiting from out of town and I was searching for place that served Vegan but also had things..."
Kerrie McAdam Topi
"Went for dinner with 2 others. There was a short wait so we opted to sit at the bar. Great atmosphere, great music playing in background. Friendly..."
Seth M. Roth
"I already loved Julians, but we needed a place to take my mom for Mother's Day. I'm vegan and I was hoping we could go to a place with options for..."
Monika Brown
"This joint is off the hook! I'm 6-foot 3- inches tall, I weigh 250, and can eat a ton. They piled so much food on my plate...I couldn't finish it!..."
John R. Smith
"We got there at 1030 yesterday morning and made it just in time before there was a half hour wait. Mimosas and breakfast were great! Our server was..."
Amy Goss
"Best brunch and coffee I can remember having. Awesome staff and atmosphere. On my new must list anytime I’m in from Florida. Thank you thank..."
Bryan Matthew
"Great beer list. Outstanding food. Service was amazing. Our favorite place in Providence hands..."
Michelle Fournier
"Nice place great food. Very colorful Antique decor. Would highly..."
Susan Gonzalez
"IT simply does not get any better than the food, music or service at Julian’s. I have relocated from Rhode Island but have family here. Julian’s..."
Jason Salazar
"Absolutely freaking awesome!! Food and service was terrific. So wish I had a local spot like this in Raleigh NC where my wife and I could go to for..."
Duke Davis
"Our server Adam was awesome & the food was superb! Highly recommend...even Julian came out & took a group photo for..."
Mary Parrish Schmaltz
Plant City
Plant City
81/100 (1350 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Healthy
Healthy
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Nachos
Pesto
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Healthy
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Non-smoking restaurants
Free Wifi
Dog Friendly
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Television
Private Dining
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Sports bars
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Kitchenbar Restaurant
Kitchenbar Restaurant
80/100 (479 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
American
Contemporary
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Dinner
Burger
Shrimp
Pasta
Meatloaf
Salad
Calamari
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Sit down
American
Contemporary
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
110 Grill
110 Grill
80/100 (230 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
American
Contemporary
American
Lunch
Dinner
Sit down
American
Contemporary
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Cafe Nuovo
Cafe Nuovo
93/100 (1194 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Contemporary
Contemporary
American
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Duck
Escargot
Oyster
Cheesecakes
Calamari
Creme Brulee
Risotto
Chocolate mousse
Tuna
Shrimp
Pesto
Cakes
Calamares
Beef
Fish
Lamb
Salmon
Pork
Lobster
Crab Cake
Eggplant
Cheesecake
Filet Mignon
Pasta
Salad
Swordfish
Crab
Ribs
Scallops
Lamb chops
Clams
Sit down
American
Contemporary
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Waterfront
Reservations
Validated Parking
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Dinner
Late Night
Fine Dining
"My first time eating at Cafe Nouvo for lunch. My beet salad with creamy peppercorn dressing and frisee salad was amazing, fully recommend it as a..."
Thomas R Langille
"Enjoyed a great meal for my 10 year anniversary. From walking in and being greeted by Sean, then to the bar where Chris took great care of our..."
Chad Lamoureux
"Went here tonight to take advantage of Providence Restaurant Week. We sat by the window overlooking the river, food was excellent & our server, John..."
Miranda Borges
"Went to Cafe Nuovo for a late lunch to celebrate my daughters grad school graduation from Bryant University. Fantastic restaurant! Great atmosphere..."
Brooke Parisi
"One of the more underrated restaurants in Providence, Cafe Nuovo consistently delivers terrific cuisine. The presentation is thoughtful and..."
Mark Thompson
"Amazing food and best service I have ever had!!! Sushi was the best I have ever ate! Stuffed rigatoni was to die..."
Chrystal Leary
"A really special place to dine. Beautiful views and amazing meals. The owner will take great care of you. Highly..."
Lori J Thompson
"Amazing food, tremendously knowledgeable, personable wait staff, beautiful location, all the boxes checked! Highly recommend it to all. But please..."
Nancy Ferreira Voccola
"Great food, service and atmosphere. I would highly recommend this fine dining establishment to..."
Michael Lambrese
"Amazing staff and amazing food. We hosted our wedding at Cafe Nuovo in November and couldn't wait to return for our Valentine's dinner. Attention to..."
Meghan Downing
"Had a such a great time with my friends the food was good and amazing and I wait to come back over there again beautiful place to dine..."
Aminata Aminata
"Great service and great food! One of the best in providence and Rhode..."
Richard Baccari
"It doesn't get any better than Cafe Nuovo the food the ambience the professionalism Dimitri and Sean make it The finest dining destination in the..."
Barbara Cipriano Iannucci
"I loved this place! Best Crème brûlée in USA! Food is amazing and staff is super..."
Matias Salmon-Letelier
"Our party of 6 had an exceptional evening --delicious food with a festive presentation, wonderful service and seating with a nice river view. We..."
Lydia Antoniou
Bluefin Grille At The Providence Marriott Downtown
Bluefin Grille At The Providence Marriott Downtown
78/100 (575 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Seafood
Contemporary
American
International
International
Contemporary
American
Vegan Options
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Scallops
Omelette
Cakes
Clams
Fish
Calamari
Sandwiches
Risotto
Burger
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
Shrimp
Crab Cake
Lobster
Chowder
Haddock
Salad
Clam Chowder
Sit down
American
Contemporary
Bar
Seafood
International
Free Wifi
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Validated Parking
Table Service
Valet Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range