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1. AAA Southern New England
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 868-2000
Categories:
Driving Schools,
Insurance
Neighbourhood: Charles
This is the central nexus of AAA in Rhode Island. The place is huge, with massive parking. It's conveniently located right off I 95 too.
I've been to a bunch of AAAs in my time, and I'm surprised that their service center here is so small in relation…More »
2. American Rare Coin
Proprietor Steve Inarelli used to be a coin appraiser for NGS. He knows his stuff and gives fair assessments of coin grade and fair market prices for buy, sell, and trade. What's more, he's honest: he'll tell you truthfully if a coin is junk or if…More »
3. Apsara Palace
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 831-4722
They get one extra star for their Combo Vegetarian app sampler! Hooray!
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4/20/2009
Apsara Palace is at an immediate disadvantage because it will automatically be associated with… Read more »
4. Apsara Restaurant
Service has taken a dive, food isn't as good as before. What gives, guys?
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1/12/2008
I'm happy to see that there are lots of great reviews for Apsara. My (then future) wife introduced… Read more »
5. Beadworks
There are 70 bajillion beads here. You can buy them. Oh, the joy.
Seriously, though I'm a disinterested non-bead boy, my companion for the day is a hardcore beader and art person. She had multiple orgasms over this store and spent ages picking…More »
6. Cafe Zog
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 421-2213
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bagels,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Fox Point
Solidly decent. Cute. Good coffee. Tasty pastries. Teensy b
ooths like church confessional. Friendly counter help. No frills.
Like I said, solidly decent...but somehow missing something.
7. Caster's on Fourth
I found Caster's to be a super-awesome bike shop. Employees were friendly and very helpful/knowledgeable. Prices on everything seemed reasonable and they have a really great selection of brands from the mundane to the high-end. I give them huge props…More »
8. Central Meat Market
They have meat, lots of it. Stacked high in the case, you need to know what you're looking for. Nothing is labeled or priced, but when they load it onto the scale, you'll be floored at how cheap it is. This is not a place to necessarily load up on…More »
9. Crugnale Bakery Inc
Bare white storefront, cranky old ladies behind the counter, long lines on Saturday mornings...and the best cheese-less, saucy, greasy pizza strips and Italian bread in all of Rhode Island. The proper method to get a box of pizza strips at Crugnale…More »
10. Eastside Marketplace
I was able to get back in here a couple of times during this passover and I was quite pleased with what I saw. They have a great overall selection of prepared foods, vegetables, deli, and special products (i.e. it's got the most thorough Jewish food…More »
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4/12/2009
I went here to get Passover foods, but they were all out of what I needed. Lots of Jews in… Read more »
11. Farmstead Inc
We went yesterday and I nearly wet myself in excitement when I got inside. So much beautiful yummy, sweet, juicy, delectable cheese! They have Colston Basset stilton, which is an automatic five-star in my book. Best friend picked up a pungent Spanish…More »
12. Food at AS220
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 831-3663
Categories:
American (New),
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: DownCity
Friday night concert in downtown Providence. You're hungry and want some good, cheap grub without any pretensions. Ok, maybe you want a dollop of pretension in the food, but certainly not in the atmosphere.
Enter the new AS220. The eating area was…More »
13. Frog & Toad
I had this place pegged as a straight-up chick store based on the few times I'd driven past; the stuff in the window looked too foofy and, I dunno, non-macho.
(Insert gender stereotyping here...yeah, yeah, I know.)
I'm glad that I had the chance to…More »
14. Haruki East
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 223-0332
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: Fox Point
Same waitress, better job this time. She's just inexperienced. I put the "blame" on the Haruki management. They could take the time to train servers on upselling, wine skills, etc. so that they could go from good to really excellent.
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9/12/2011
Haruki is starting to wear a bit thin with me. While they continue to put out a superior quality of… Read more »
15. Hewtin's Dogs Mobile
Exceeds all expectations! Great hot dog once again. Next time I'mma try the pork belly.
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1/9/2011
They were out of regular dogs yesterday! So sad! Big kudos to the truck lady for trying to cheer up… Read more »
16. Hope Street Farmers' Market
I am pleased to update this review. Someone got their head screwed on straight at the market because they've spread out their area and they've added many more vendors including the ones who got pushed out last year. Best of all is that Wishing Stone…More »
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6/19/2009 First to Review
The summer farmers' market has moved to Lippitt Park on Hope Street. Good place to shop, take the… Read more »
17. Johnny Rockets
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 270-1063
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: College Hill
It's a Johnny Rockets. So, yeah. I like their product overall; the burgers, fries, and shakes are always predictably good.
But please, clean the men's room, guys! So gross that it (really) chops off two stars. Add that in with no private lot on busy…More »
18. LJ's BBQ
Yes. LJ's. Finally.
No frills, no pretensions, just good food and friendly service. Our table of five meat-eating dudes bellied up to brunch this morning with much success. I got the LJ Benedict, a beautiful dish sent to us by the gods themselves…More »
19. McCarten Violins Llc
Dennis is a true craftsman, schooled in something that is rare and wonderful. He is one-stop violin (and other stringed instruments) shopping: rentals, sales, supplies and repairs. What's more, his prices are quite reasonable across the board. He…More »
20. Mod Mama
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 273-7800
Categories:
Children's Clothing,
Baby Gear & Furniture
Neighbourhood: Fox Point
I hate Babies R Us and you should too. Why would you buy that corporate crap when you can go to a place like Mod Mama? Cute store, friendly service and a variety of dope gear for the little one in your life. They have toys, clothes, shoes, strollers,…More »
21. Nick's on Broadway
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 421-0286
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Federal Hill
Amazing, incredible, superlative dinner on Saturday night. Six course tasting menu....holy crap! Fantastic service! I have too much to gush about. Go! enjoy! Love it!
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12/4/2011
At last, my Nick's On Broadway virginity has been ripped away from me...replaced by deliciousness!
… Read more »
22. Oop
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 270-4366
Categories:
Furniture Stores,
Flowers & Gifts
Neighbourhood: DownCity
Slicker and more artsy/less handmade than local competitor Frog and Toad, Oop does a nice job of marketing to the person who'd like a bit of cheap, funky art in their life without breaking the bank. Or, in some cases, by breaking the bank. They're…More »
23. Podrat Coin Exchange Inc
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 861-7640
Neighbourhood: East Side
Coin nerds beware! Not only was the owner an unfriendly jerk, he told me that he would charge me $85 just to look through my collection to see if I had anything of value. "My time is valuable", I was informed haughtily.
Don't get me wrong. Coin people…More »
24. Pow! Science
Finally, somewhere to go that doesn't sell that standard Toys Backward R Us crap. First, they have Astronaut Ice Cream. Any store that sells Astronaut Ice Cream is a-ok in my book. Toys here run the gamut from Rube Goldberg-esque marble courses to…More »
25. Providence Place
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 270-1000
Category:
Shopping Centers
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I can't believe that, as a long time Providence resident, I haven't yet reviewed this shit-show of a mall.
Eric, you asked if there's a golden time to shop in the mall. The answer is yes: Tuesday 10AM,(or whenever it is they open) during the summer.…More »
26. Providence Place Cinema
Pros: Clean, semi-comfortable seating, big theatres, good sound, bar in the lobby. Nice manager who got us a sound assistance device.
Cons: cranky employees, maze-like halls that make it difficult to find your theatre ("You're in Theatre 15. It's…More »
27. Providence Wintertime Farmers Market
The market is back in for the winter and they are better than ever. I go right at 10 to avoid the crowd and get good parking. New vendors, lots of them this week, plus some old favorites. Top this off with a hot dog from Hewtin's parked outside and…More »
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5/2/2009
I am adding a star back on because they crowds have slacked off in recent weeks. I feel badly for… Read more »
28. Rhode Runner
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 831-6346
Categories:
Shoe Stores,
Sports Wear
Neighbourhood: Mount Hope
The wife and I are of two different minds when it comes to shoe shopping. She loves to rip apart all of the boxes and try everything on in the hopes of striking (shoe) gold. Me? Nah. Even trying to choose my own underwear in the morning makes me…More »
29. RISD Museum
I am yet another gushing Gus in a parade of "wow, I can't believe this fucking place exists and I never went here before today" people. It really is a great museum, easily on par with Boston's MFA and without all the crowds and hassle that the MFA…More »
30. Sakura Restaurant
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 331-6861
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: Fox Point
Same great everything, but don't order the toro, guys. It was tough and chewy. An expensive mistake, but at least now I know.
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10/23/2011
Sorry, Haruki, but you lose. I'm going to Sakura from now on. Here are my top ten reasons why, in no… Read more »
31. Sanchez Tortilleria Spanish Products
Providence, RI 02909
(401) 331-6469
As many who read my Yelp will know., I am a Mexican food addict; I cook it at least twice a week (which, now that I'm thinking about it, might explain my stomach ulcer and my constantly spicy breath...Ole! ). If I need to get any sort of Mexican…More »
32. Seven Stars Bakery
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 521-2200
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Summit
This place simply rocks. Good coffee counter, great bread, tasty cookies, friendly staff. Lines are long, especially on weekend mornings, so you may have a bit of a wait. But it is so worth it. Welcome to Rhode Island!
(You can buy Seven Stars breads…More »
33. Seven Stars Bakery
Same Seven Stars everything as the Hope Street location. My only observation is that the Hope store has this very young, hip vibe to it, whereas this Rumford location seems to attract the 50 and over set. It's not even really a complaint, but…More »
34. Symposium Books
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-7900
Category:
Bookstores
Neighbourhood: DownCity
The philosophy section alone will make your head spin! Great selection of darn near everything except some more mainstream great literature...it wouldn't hurt them to drop some Beats or other dead white guys. People DO read that stuff. Amazing…More »
35. Tealuxe Inc
Somewhat cramped quarters in this corner store, but the tea is good, which is what really matters. I'm a fan of the rooibos.
But stick to the liquids! I ordered and tried to eat a corn muffin; it was the driest piece of bakery I've ever eaten. I…More »
36. Tina's Caribbean Restaurant
Meat patty, dawg. Meat patty. Meat patty.
Other patties, not so much.
Tina's wicked friendly and always has a joke and a smile.
Meat patty, dawg.
37. Wayland Square Fine Wine & Spirits
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 351-9463
Categories:
Local Flavor,
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhood: Fox Point
I ran in quickly last night to grab a bottle for BYOB. A good selection here, though the stacks are labeled in a weird way, all sideways and it's a bit disorienting to navigate. Chilled wine selection was pretty good back in the cooler and if I'd a…More »
38. Wildflour Vegan Bakery and Café
Yeah, Wildflour is pretty bomb.
My wife has a terrible dairy allergy, so you can imagine that this cafe is a godsend for her. I tried it for the first time last night and really enjoyed it a lot. Friendly staff, clean, nice space, cool music, and…More »
39. Whole Foods Market
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 621-5990
Categories:
Grocery,
Health Markets,
Seafood Markets,
Caterers
Neighbourhood: Mount Hope
I'm gravely concerned by the fact that there is a McDonald's and a Boston Market just steps from this Whole Foods. Poor planning. I'm just saying, is all...
This WF was opened a few years ago to stem the overflow of the teeming masses that were…More »
40. Whole Foods Market
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 272-1690
Categories:
Grocery,
Seafood Markets,
Meat Shops,
Health Markets
Neighbourhood: Fox Point
This has become my weekly WF. I've sworn off the N. Main location as it's too expensive, crowded, and they never have what I need. In contrast, this WF always has what I need, is fifty cents cheaper, and you eventually get used to the teensy aisles.
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4/12/2009
This WF has the feel of a local market, yet somehow seems to cram everything in that you'd find at a… Read more »
Recently updated lists from Jef S.
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PVD coolness (9)Neat places to check out in my adopted hometown of Providence. |
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Boston: Living in the Citaaaaay! (96)Chowdah! Wicked Pissah! |
I f*cking love Mexican food! (25)My favorite kind of food in the world! Here are the places that I've eaten at, sorted by region. |
Boston: Metro (70)Life begins 5 miles outside of city limits! Viva the 'burbs! |
Arizona (21)Land of cactus, sun, and the best Mexican food outside of the DF. |
Random America (18)...sweet land of Liberty, of thee I sing! |
Los Angeles (40)Why smoke cigarettes? That's why God made smog! |
Canada! (13)Eh? |
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Providence, RI
Yelping SinceJanuary 2008
Things I Loveclocks, clock radios, clock towers, clock a doodle doo, Radiohead, sushi in the form of other foods
Find Me Ina local farmers' market
My HometownStraight out the 818!
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm your huckleberry.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsBecause I am never wrong.
My Last Meal On EarthHomemade Mexican anything!