Quick Summary: Providence is a charming seaside town that is filled with beautiful 18th- and 19th-century homes, Brown University, and an array of boutiques, shops, art galleries, and sidewalk cafés. The perfect place for a romantic weekend away or a date night, the city has plenty of charming restaurants and dining destinations for intimate celebrations of love.


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1. Al Forno Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Al Forno Restaurant | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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2. Andino's ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Andino's | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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3. Bacaro Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Bacaro Restaurant | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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4. Cafe Nuovo

Category: Food & Drink
Cafe Nuovo | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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5. Camille's

Camille's | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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6. Capriccio

Capriccio | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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7. CAV

CAV | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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8. Circe

Circe | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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9. Gracie's

Gracie's | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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10. Hemenway's Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Hemenway's Restaurant | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
© Hemenway's Restaurant

11. Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Italian Restaurant

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Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Italian Restaurant | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
© Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Italian Restaurant

12. Massimo Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Massimo Restaurant | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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13. Mill's Tavern

Category: Food & Drink
Mill's Tavern | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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14. New Rivers

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New Rivers | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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15. Pane e Vino Ristorante and Enoteca

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Pane e Vino Ristorante and Enoteca | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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16. Persimmon Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Persimmon Restaurant | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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17. Pot au Feu Bistro

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Pot au Feu Bistro | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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18. Providence Oyster Bar

Category: Food & Drink
Providence Oyster Bar | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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19. Trattoria Zooma

Category: Kids & Family
Trattoria Zooma | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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20. Waterman Grille

Category: Food & Drink
Waterman Grille | Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
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Summary & FAQ Al Forno Restaurant Andino's Bacaro Restaurant Cafe Nuovo Camille's Capriccio CAV Circe Gracie's Hemenway's Restaurant Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Italian Restaurant Massimo Restaurant Mill's Tavern New Rivers Pane e Vino Ristorante and Enoteca Persimmon Restaurant Pot au Feu Bistro Providence Oyster Bar Trattoria Zooma Waterman Grille

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