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Bacaro RestaurantvsAl Forno
Bacaro Restaurant and Al Forno are both rated highly by writers. Overall, Al Forno ranks significantly higher than Bacaro Restaurant. Al Forno is ranked #3 in Providence with recommendations from 5 sources such as Zagat, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Bacaro Restaurant
Fodor's
Gayot
Zagat
262 South Water St, Providence, RI 02903
From $30/night
Fodor's "The two levels of this lively Italian restaurant founded by chef Brian Kingsford and partner Jennifer Matta offer unique dining experiences." Full review
Gayot14.0
"Italian tapas, grilled pizzas, exotic cheese and cured meats served straight from the salumeria define Bacaro." Full review
Zagat4.5
"Inspired Italian wine bar & salumeria." Full review
Al Forno Gayot Fodor's Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
577 S. Main Street, Providence, RI 02903
From $0/night
Gayot16.0
"Al Forno's food is rooted in the regional cuisines of Italy and Southern France, re-crafted with the products of New England." Full review
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Don't forget to choose your dessert first --- all are made to order.
Fodor's "There are also Italian specialties, including wood-grilled white wine–braised short ribs and handmade bread gnocchi with wild boar–sausage ragout. " Full review
Zagat "High-end Italian spot with grilled pizza." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Al Forno's pasta and entrees, made in wood-fired ovens, are delicious, but they are most famous for their pizza: grilled and made fresh to order."
Rhode Island Travel Guide
March 2, 2021
Frommer's "At this standout Italian joint, you'll find traditional red-sauce favorites along with more creative choices like zucchini, Swiss chard and ricotta ravioli with basil pesto" Full review
Lonely Planet "Our most recent visit featured scallops with blackened bacon so perfect that they were celestial." Full review
