Pawtucket
Pawtucket is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island. The population was 75,604 at the 2020 census, making the city the fourth-largest in the state. Pawtucket borders Providence and East Providence to the south, Central Falls and Lincoln to the north, and North Providence to the west. Wikipedia.
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4.5
(802)
4.5
(270)
affordable
Indian restaurant
Rasoi is an Indian restaurant that offers a wide range of vegetarian and gluten-free options. They serve their delicious dishes in a casual and vibrant setting. Kabob and Curry, Rasa, and Chaska are other restaurants where one can find vegan menu items, with bonus points for clearly labeled gluten-free options. Rasoi is known for its commitment to using fresh ingredients and original recipes to create authentic Indian cuisine.
My friend and I went here for lunch. The lunch special was so plentiful, yummy, and affordable. My friend who is a little more high maintenance than myself was also pleased. We marveled at how clean everything was including the restroom. Service was sweet and our ice teas were marvelous. In the mood for Indian food, this is the place to go.
Grace Fitzgerald — Google review
Food is so amazing we had to order some extra to bring home. Tasting menu on Saturday is worth the price. Definitely try cauliflower 65 for an appetizer you won’t regret it!
Popular for buffet. Vegetarian buffet Saturdays. Mixed buffet Sundays. Ends at 2m. $18 per person. We like the dosa and tandoori oven type dishes. Parking can be difficult on weekends. Reservations are not required but helpful during busy times.
I had quite a good experience there in terms of food. It was tasty
They do have a really good garlic bread. However, they served mushy rice which was weird. The water I got had a strange bitter flavor.
The plants inside are fake and the bathroom was dirty. Overall the place looked a bit greezy and untidy.
The cool thing about this place is their rewards system with points and free food!
I've been coming here for over a decade and won't go anywhere else for Indian food. There isn't a single thing on the menu I haven't liked. I ate here while I was vegan for years, and I still eat here after not being vegan. The vibe of the restaurant is relaxed, and the staff is very friendly and kind.
Staff and service were very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was cozy but a little outdated. The curry Mango chicken was excellent as well as the garlic,asiago naan bread. Will definitely revisit next time we're in the area.
They have thali for lunch around $14. Unbeatable price for such a variety of dishes. Food was delicious. Nan was a bit hard.
Servers and the manager very attentive and polite.
We sat outside so I can't speak for the atmosphere inside.
Rayann waited on us - she was fantastic! We will definitely come back and ask for her. The food was delicious. We have been coming here for years and it always the best. The samosas and the mushroom soup are especially good.
Yummy Indian Cuisine, less oily, more tasty and cooked to perfection with perfect combinations of Indian spices! Definitely must visit.
Rasoi is the best Indian in RI! I’ve had almost everything on the vegan menu and have never been disappointed. The seasonal avial and vegetable pakoras are my ultimate favorites. They also have great cocktails, a nice tea selection, and attentive service. The prices are very fair for the quality! I love coming to rasoi!
I've been coming to rasoi for years. They never disappoint! The food is delicious, fresh, authentic, and amazing portions. I got the cauliflower as an appetizer - must try ! I love the honey ginger Naan and my favorite is the madras chicken! They also ask what level of spice you are looking for. The flavors blend amazing together. The restaurant is always clean, welcoming and lively. Highly recommend this location!
The service is very quick as if they have a lot of precooked possibilities. Taste is quite authentic.
just look at this magnificent dosa. admire it. and then eat! i literally ordered two plain dosas because of how good they were and then the chicken tikka app. chicken was grilled but not dry and flavorful without making my eyes water. loved the coconut chutney. the servers were so kind. accidentally brought the second dosa out filled with potato so they sent it home with us and sent another plain dosa out on the house. cute unassuming vibes and a great sit down place for lunch or dinner without the pressure.
Great atmosphere and service is alright, good overall. The food however is inconsistent. The prices are pretty high which is fine if the quality is high. I’ve been eating here for over a year and unfortunately the flavor and lack of sauce sometimes in the food is kind of disappointing. Sometimes the food is fantastic, and sometimes I order the cauliflower appetizer and it’s dry with not enough sauce. The curry is good but also inconsistent with flavor. I want to love a place with vegan options since it is limited. I’m hoping it gets better.
Everyone was friendly, the food was AMAZING, and fairly priced. This place is a hidden gem. Clean, friendly atmosphere and it's a place you can dress down at or dress up at. Been here a few times, and had consistent, great service.
We love Rasoi! Everything we have tried has been delicious. Not one negative thing to say, after multiple visits. One of my favorite spots for take-out when I want a yummy meal without having to cook! Fast service too!
A wonderful experience & meal! From appetizers to entrees, all was delicious. Service was stellar. Unknowingly, we were socializing past closing & never felt encouraged to leave.
727 East Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860, USA•
2Garden Grille
4.7
(629)
4.5
(200)
affordable
Vegetarian restaurant
Cafe
Garden Grille is a vegetarian restaurant that offers vegan and raw food options in a casual setting. It is owned by Rob and Uschi Yaffe, who also own the neighboring property, Wildflour. The cafe has been serving veggie-forward meals since 1996 and is popular among the vegetarian community in Rhode Island.
Today I had the opportunity to enjoy a meal at Garden Grille and boy was it a delectable meal indeed. I got the mac and cheese with actual mozzarella. Sorry vegans 🙏🏾. I had the option of adding broccoli and I think it really kicked things up a notch on the flavor wheel! My favorite part of today’s meal was the Arnold Palmer though… this drink (non-alcholic by the way) was so incredibly refreshing that I got two! Overall the service was top notch and the atmosphere was very welcoming. Highly recommend this location if you like vegetarian and vegan cuisine.
Carlos Ariel Then (Mr. Then) — Google review
If people looking for pure veg or vegan food this is the place for lunch/dinner at Providence RI. Tasty, nominal price and best quality service from staffs.
I love it there. The portions are huge! The sweet potato fries are delicious as well as their barbecue sauce!
I’m a regular customer and usually order to go the baby kale and chickpea salad mix w/o the red onions. Today I got a bunch of baby kale -but the amount of chickpeas, capers and any other ingredient was very scarce as you can see in the pictures. I had to keep raking away my baby kale to find anything else that wasn’t baby kale lol. I order this salad often, it has never been so lacking and disappointing. When I order a salad, I expect it to be what is described and look like the picture. I could make a better salad than this at home but opted to order it instead. Big mistake.
I wonder if the quality of this place is going down or they are employing cooks who have no pride in what they send out on a plate. I will definitely consider other nearby restaurants before returning here because now I’m unsure of the consistency and I don’t know what I’ll get.
Great spot for vegans! Everything on their menu can be made vegan, just ask. It’s a small place with a small staff but they are always on top of things and food always comes out quickly. The baby kale Caesar salad and the fried mushroom sandwich are delicious and they are located right next to their sister store Wildflour that has incredible vegan baked goods and drinks. Highly recommend giving them a try!
The butternut squash quesadilla is a must have! Everything here is good though and prepared with love. You just feel healthy going there!
Even though I’m not vegetarian or vegan I can truly appreciate Garden Grille dishes! Their Korean tacos are absolutely delicious while their cider speciality drink with sugar on the rim is 🤤 . Their buffalo cauliflower bites though!!!
I’ve probably dined in or ordered takeout from Garden Grille 20+ times during the 3 years I lived in Providence. I’ve never encountered a vegan place that comes even close. The way they inject flavor into all of the different meat substitutes they use (mainly tempeh, seitan, and tofu) is nothing short of magic. I’ve probably had most items on the menu, and my favorites are the Korean tacos, pastrami seitan Reuben, butternut squash quesadilla, and tofu BLT. All of the food is very reasonably priced, and consistently top notch (I’ve never had even a single meal that wasn’t up to par). Garden Grille has definitely spoiled vegan food for me and is probably the thing I miss most about living in RI. This is by far the easiest 5/5 I’ve ever given a restaurant.
Super tasty lunch - we ordered way too much food but it was all good. Falafel wrap was good, needed a little something extra, maybe a sauce to dip it in? Nachos were killer and the fact that their fryer was celiac friendly was a huge plus. Service was great!
I have been ordering mushroom quesadilla many times in the past , they were very good.but on august 3 I order 2 mushroom quesadillas , I didn’t think to open the box to check before taking off because I had them before , when I got home me and my mom could not eat it ,it was loaded with cheese hardly no mushroom or spinach .I called them she said I can only refund you for one , saying they have a new chef . I feel I waisted my money 14 dollars for each . I should it brought it back to them , waisted my gas coming from the other side of town .I’m all set buys be where , check your food before leaving the last photo is from there menu picture of mushroom quesadilla looks like from there website menu
The vegan cheese they use tastes so much like cheese. 🤯 I thought I was eating real cheese on my quesadilla, so I was kinda scared eating it. 🤣 But I love this place sm. 🥰
Great experience here. The food is all vegetarian/vegan and delicious. The atmosphere is nice, servers were friendly, we went on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't crowded.
We got the ruben sandwhich, mushroom quesadilla and nachos- made vegan and they were amazing! I would recommend asking for light cheese if you get a vegan quesadilla unless you really really like vegan cheese (there was a lot), but other than that everything was made perfectly. Portions were huge, definitely big enough to share. They also have gender neutral bathrooms.
lovely place! great food , and very cute atmosphere. my partner had their oysters mushroom sandwich and it was very tasty . i had an eggplant and goat cheese pizza (special ?) which was sublime !
The food was great. They answered questions about ingredients with confidence, helping me to avoid allergens. The salad was huge, delicious and so healthful!
The Garden Grille is a small vegetarian restaurant with some charming outdoor seating. I had the nachos (AMAZING!) and the Reggie’s Raw Salad (FRESH!). I sat outside where there was a nice, light breeze. My server was pleasant and the food came out quickly. Garden Grille is located next to Wildflour Bakery is a little strip mall situation. So you aren’t getting a great view, but the food makes up for it!
3Spumoni's
4.3
(2209)
4.0
(194)
affordable
Italian restaurant
Spumoni's is a relaxed Italian eatery with an extensive selection of traditional dishes, encompassing pasta, meat, and seafood options. This restaurant caters to those seeking authentic Italian cuisine and seafood lovers alike. The menu offers a wide range of choices that cater to various preferences. A standout dish is the Calamari Giovanni, which impresses with its unparalleled flavor and quality.
Last night (a Sunday) we rented the back room of the restaurant (booked about 3 months ago- they require a $100 deposit if you decide to book) for a private engagement party. From the start, Kevin and the rest of the management team was so easy to work with, so accommodating and the price point was right what we were looking for! They don’t charge a room fee(which 90% of restaurants do!) they happily made adjustments to the food buffet that we signed up for & the entire staffs communication was awesome!! Shay, the hostess helped us with surprising the couple who the party was for and Brooke, who was our personal waitress for the party (with all 37 guests )worked her butt off!! She had such a wonderful demeanor, such a hard worker throughout the event and stayed on top of drink orders and constantly cleaning up the plates, replenishing the food from the buffet and continuously checking in with my husband and I to see if we needed anything! The whole staff, (cooks- hostess- waitresses- bartenders- management) completely exceeded all of our expectations!! We would 100% recommend this restaurant to anybody looking to hold a private event!!
Kim G — Google review
It all comes together at Spumoni's great staff the hostess and jamie our water were so friendly and welcoming this was our first visit , I was with my guests and everyone thought the food was excellent ! Starting with the fried calamari , I had the shrimp scampi, my guests enjoyed chicken marsala eggplant, Parm , & veal Parm all homemade , large portions and large selection of desserts will be back
Spumoni's Italian restaurant is a good place to get some Italian food. It's very pretty inside with all the decorations for Christmas. The French onion soup was good and the veal was too. There was a gentleman who came around to our table as we were leaving and asked if we had a good time. He wished us well for the holiday season and we wished him the same.
Absolutely absolutely love this place it is great prices for a delicious meal please try it if you haven't it's worth the time and the atmosphere is wonderful
Consistently delicious food! Great staff and great drinks! Love how the meals come with a salad and bread. No matter what I get I’m always happy!
7/23 Spumoni’s of Pawtucket RI. We called at 2:10 for a 3pm reservation and arrived as a party of 6 and promptly seated at 2:50. We were all soaked and it was blowing like a Arctic blast inside. Manager graciously turned down A/C for us. Much appreciated. Excellent waiter and as everything else a great dining experience. Beers and a pitcher of Sangria for the table, along with bread and two plates of Calamari Giovanni. Everyone had different meals and I enjoyed Broiled Scrod with ritz crackers. Tasty meals of little necks, baked seafood casserole, Tuscany platter, scrod Florentine and steak tips. All the meals were exceptional as the service I mentioned above. Plenty of parking on side of building and large bar inside.
I wanted Italian, she wanted seafood and man, did this place satisfy the both of our craving! Most of the time if we see calamari on the menu at a place, we’re ordering it. But Spumoni’s Calamari Giovanni was unmatched. Hands down, the calamari either of us ever had. We also ordered the veal caprese and the seafood bake platter, which came with choice of clam chowder or salad. At the very first bite I could tell the clam chowder was made in house, from scratch. Just perfect. Our entrees were great, and we even had leftovers for later. Spumoni’s has quite the loaded menu so I’ll definitely be returning!
Excellent food ! I had the Veal Marsella. It came with a salad & penne in a delicious sauce. The service was top notch 👌 Our waiter Jimi is very friendly & he is an excellent server. I recommend Spumonis. We will be going more often to try one of the many dishes they offer. There is plenty of parking.
The waiter was awesome. We came in late for food and weren't rushed out despite they were closing up. The food was decent. The place is old and dated, and it smells like an old restaurant. But, the prices are good and you get a lot of food for your buck. Bread and butter, soup or salad plus your entre. We had two meals, one alcoholic drink, one soda, and an ice cream dessert for 50 or so bucks.
I haven't been inside this restaurant in probably 10 years. They've remodeled and it looks great in here - I respect the restaurant putting money back into the business. Cocktails were amazing. Server was amazing. Food is okay. I definitely prefer Uncle Tony's to Spumoni's all day. The prices are reasonable though. I like how you can create your own trio of Italian favorites as well.
The staff is great. My second time there and absolutely loved it! The food is amazing! Will be back soon!
We recently had a last minute party here after the restaurant we originally booked with double booked us! So thankful Spumoni’s was able to squeeze us in with only 3 days notice! The Food was absolutely DELICIOUS and they were able to make all of our request possible. Our Servicer Jimmy was fantastic! The entire management team we can’t thank enough for making our occasion turn out so wonderful! Highly recommend Spumoni’s for hosting your next event at their restaurant or even for catering!
4Bella Pasta
4.3
(411)
4.0
(109)
affordable
Italian restaurant
Restaurant
Bella Pasta is a charming Italian restaurant known for its warm and inviting atmosphere. The friendly staff, including the bartender and dessert chef Joyce, ensure that everyone feels welcome. The menu offers a variety of delicious dishes, from homemade sangria to fresh blueberry pie for dessert. For those cooking for one, Bella Pasta provides excellent take-out options that can last two to three days. The food is outstanding and the servers are very skilled at their job.
Any entree' you order is to be compared to restaurants on Capital Hill they are that delicious. The chef's have the recipe's down to perfection. My favorite go to is the Frutti De Mar seafood over linguini with alfredo sauce for $25. Its loaded with 4 huge shrimps, 6 littlenecks, 6 huge New Zealand mussels, 3 sea scallops, and about 20 big calamari rings. You have to ask for the alfredo sauce by name. But it is so worth it ! They also have red, white and diablo sauces. I remove all the shells first into the glass bowl they give you from the shrimp, mussels and little necks then blend it all together for a seafood feast ! My wife had the Chicken Francese with 4 pieces of chicken breast and my daughter had the Lobster Ravioli.The restaurant is next to Wickford appliance on Newport Ave. They have a huge bar with TV's and Awesome call drinks and 5 sangria flavors. The wait staff is very attentive and professional. You can eat in or take out or use grub hub but call to make a reservation as table social distancing and sanitizing is practiced. Please make it a point to try Bella Pasta. They will be your new go to Italian restaurant that rivals Providence's Atwells Ave. Chris in Lincoln RI.
Christopher Brodeur — Google review
Went for an early dinner here while in RI. We got the bruschetta appetizer which was really good. Three nice size pieces. We had chicken parmigiana and fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp. Both were really good. Portions were a nice size. Our server was Leah and she was amazing. She was on top of things and we never had to ask for anything she was there to provide it. There were a lot of regulars it seemed at the bar. It was early so not really too busy. Would definitely recommend this place and go back again when in town.
Being single and cooking for one is a difficult thing to do. I get take out from bella pasta and O'Neal will last me two to three days. Everything is FANTASTIC
Be careful ordering drinks or wine. I had 2 glasses of Ecco Domani - Italian inexpensive wine ($12 - $15 for 1.5 L bottle in liquor store). When I got my check I found out they charged me $11.00 for a glass. Highway robbery!
I paid also $5.00 for expresso (!).
I understand they can not charge $40 for plate of pasta. Instead they charge for wine and coffee whatever they want.
I adore Bella Pasta! Always good & they are able to accommodate for my dairy allergy which is just lovely 🥰
Great find. A delicious Italian meal in a casual and welcoming restaurant where it seemed liked everybody knows each other.
The food is excellent and the servers are very good too. The host could be more welcoming, That's the reason for the service and atmosphere score
Joyce was my friendly bartender/desert chef. The food was delicious and my sangria was home made to perfection. My desert to go was fresh blueberry pie also delicious. Definitely a place to try if you haven’t already. VERY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE.
Got this twice thru DD, didn't even realize it was a full on restaurant. The portions are generous and the prices don't have a huge markup on the app. I'd recommend the gnocchi, or angel hair and meatballs. As I'm making the review thoughts of ordering tonight have entered my mind lol. Give them a try, you won't regret it. The cheesy garlic bread doesn't really hold up with delivery, but the regular style is perfect.
I got delivery from here and was skeptical because I’m particular about the Italian food I eat and I was pleasantly surprised at how much this food reminded me of my Nonna’s cooking! They also send you bread with olive oil pre-seasoned and i was so excited because I’ve never seen a restaurant do that before. The meatballs could have had more seasoning, but overall, definitely a place I’d bring my family to :)
First time customer. Ordered takeout via door dash. Reasonable prices and hearty sized portions. Food was delicious. Will definitely order again!
Excellent dine-in experience tonight. Food was excellent and service was perfect. Thank you!
Forget the Olive Garden! Come here and you’ll be hooked they have real home cooked Italian food like your grandmother used to make! The place is not about the ambiance it’s all about the food, the bartender is also the best!
5Murphy's Law Irish Pub
4.2
(984)
4.0
(106)
affordable
Irish pub
Bar
Murphy's Law Irish Pub is a laid-back establishment that offers a variety of traditional Irish and American pub dishes, along with televised sports for entertainment. It is an ideal place for relaxed dining, recommended for its pretzel burger, chicken and waffles, Irish poutine (fries), and portobello "burger". The pub also features live music and a spacious bar, making it suitable for various occasions such as date nights, hanging out with friends or hosting client dinners.
Excellent food and service. I went there to watch the F1 race and will probably watch them there whenever I get a chance. The small Caesar salad was excellent, which is why I ended up ordering another with shrimp 😀.
I had the Irish spring rolls here before and they were great too.
Anita Maguire — Google review
Met friends for dinner/drinks and the Pats game. The pulled pork mac and cheese was awesome! Our server was friendly and very attentive. The Pat's lost the playoffs.. but we had a great time at Murplys Law.
Went the other night. Murphy’s used to be good, hence my other review. This time they were half out of Everything, beer & food. Apparently they haven’t had a manager in 2-3weeks so items were not ordered or delivered. Bartender was good & did her best. After multiple tries at getting drinks & food, we settled on the steak spring rolls $12 (See the pics.) Disgusting, minimal & just plain…ugh.
Still a beautiful spot. They need someone to keep them up on supplies!
Perfect spot for casual dining! Highly recommend the pretzel burger, chicken and waffles, Irish poutine (fries) or portobello "burger". Offering live music and a large bar, this is great for date night, hanging with friends, or client dinners. Easy access, ample parking, friendly service at affordable pricing.
This is the sister to Arigna Irish Pub, which I already reviewed on Google Maps. The food here is just as fabulous. On a cold overcast and rainy afternoon, what could be more comforting and warming than a freshly made Sheppard's Pie ? Wow it was good! If you're ever in the area stop in and try it yourself.
We stayed in the Hampton Inn next door, and decided to give this a try. Its directly connected to the hotel. Really good food and quick friendly service. Highly recommend
Service was the worst I’ve ever had. There was nobody at the door. We waited there but nobody came. So we walked to the bar and sat there. It took a bit to get noticed but finally someone came over. We received one drink first and then it took a while for the other two to come out. We were here for an hour and 15 min and didn’t get our apps. 😣 we had to leave because we had to be somewhere. They weren’t even busy.
Great place to enjoy a Pint & some good food. Service was great & the atmosphere is cool,fun & relaxing.
After a very good cup of Chili, the Steak & Blue salad was amazing, as it was topped with sauteed & grilled onions and mushrooms! The steak tips were very tender and tasty!
Went for dinner last night with 5 other people. Took a long time for us to get service once we arrived. Our food order was taken quickly after we got our beverages. After our order was replaced our server was no where to be found. I had to go to the bar to ask for our waitress to he found so we could order drinks. It took almost an hour for food to come out. I ordered medium well steak tips, they came out very rare. 1 person ordered tacos and received nachos. Ribs were terrible. Mac and cheese was watery. No one finished their food or took their left overs. The rare steak tips were removed from the bill and I did not order anything else given the reviews from my table on their orders.
Our server did let us know what our service was slow and our food took so long because there was a large group she was also serving.
We definitely won't be back.
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