Providence

Inspired Italian wine bar & salumeria. — Zagat

Al Forno's food is rooted in the regional cuisines of Italy and Southern France, re-crafted with the products of New England. — Gayot

A standout among the city's excellent seafood restaurants, this stylish grill is within walking distance of the universities and downtown. — Lonely Planet

Upscale American brasserie. — Zagat

Smoked meats, vegan eats & craft beer. — Zagat

It's a longish drive north from the Brown campus, but this warm little bistro is worth it. — Frommer's

Angelo's Civita Farnese, open since 1924, is a landmark Italian eatery with multigenerational appeal. — Gayot

The Grange is a cozy restaurant, perfect for a fall or winter night in the northeast. — Afar Magazine

Expect a wait for brunch at this trendy West End restaurant. — Fodor's

This spacious room of glass, marble, and burnished wood occupies part of the ground floor of a downtown office tower that overlooks the confluence of the Moshassuck and Woonasquatucket rivers. — Frommer's

CAV is all drama and mood, with white lights illuminating plants, exposed beams and tables hiding sexily within alcoves. — Gayot

Family-run classic Italian. — Travel + Leisure

Compact eatery for brunch plates. — Zagat

Warm, buzzy Italian hot spot. — Zagat

Tucked away near Federal Hill, this nontraditional restaurant serves a creative menu that changes daily. — Fodor's

A beautiful celerbration of life, music, fire and water. Then add to that mix some of the best restaurants and people in the country and you get Divine Providence! — Afar Magazine

Craft beers & sliders with many toppings. — Zagat

Hip hangout for gourmet pies & drinks. — Zagat