New American Restaurants near Johnston, RI

“I love it there. Very friendly atmosphere, good food and drinks. Live music!!!!“

“I’d say this is the best restaurant in Rhode Island, no doubt about it. I got the honey barbecue tenders, fried pickles and the fried cheese curds and everything was above and beyond incredibly delicious. I will definitely be returning again and again. 😊“

“First time there for lunch, very large menu, our server Jessica was very nice & helpful with allergies. I had Chicken Marsala, chicken was very tender when most places it’s tough. My husband had Coconut Shrimp & he was extremely pleased! Prices were reasonable… Looks like we found another go to! Absolutely will return!“

“Stop #9 on RI FOOD FIGHTS First Annual Search for the Best Breakfast Sandwich!!! First time here, I dropped one of the waitresses here for work on an Uber ride! Said I’d be back but she’s not here today ☹️ I got the Breakfast Sandwich w/sausage (bacon available/other choice) and order of warm spiced peaches…choice of various breads…other breakfast options/items look delicious!“

“Always fantastic and delicious“

“Fabulous special occasion cozy spot. Fabulous for gluten free dining.“

“Great food. Attentive staff. Shareable plates!“

“The service was outstanding. The food was very good. We had the mussels followed by warm lobster rolls with butter. Very good cocktails. The others in our party had desserts which they loved. The sound level was fairly high, but we could still have a nice conversation without screaming.“

“Had an incredible meal there last night! The buffalo chicken egg rolls, the Rogue Melt, and the lobster Mac & cheese. All amazing! I’m more of a vodka drinker but the beer selection was incredible and our waiter helped me pick the perfect wheat beer! 100% I’d go back (when in town). A definite 2 thumbs up!“

“Excellent!!! Highly recommend, warm and cozy intimate atmosphere.“

“We celebrated my daughter’s birthday. Party of 11. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was friendly & hip“

“👍 👍 Would and will be back“

“We love this place! Huge shout out to Jenni, we always get her somehow and we LOVE her. She’s very nice and efficient. Always in a great mood. Whoever the cook was tonight (Labor Day) was exceptional. Our meals were extra good, always good but tonight extra goood! Love this place, we move back to Indiana tomorrow and spent our last night here! Best strawberry margs in town!“

“Gracie’s vegetarian and tasting menus were creative, fun, and delicious! Can’t wait to discover more.“

“Strive is beautiful inside. I love how each of the rooms give a different vibe. Check out the speakeasy downstairs. Deon and Chef Teddy make us feel like family every time we dine here. I have not had a bad meal or drink. We have tried both the brunch and dinner menu and they did not disappoint. Date nights are perfect on Friday night before 8pm.“

“Had the pasta dish (began w L)and pork chop. Both were excellent. Really trendy atmosphere. Also loved the cheese cake dessert. The only thing was when it costs $13 for a glass of wine, I'd like a good pour. The pours were a bit small. Service was excellent. Pricey but expected this, would definitely go back.“

“Great vegan options! Super friendly staff!“

“I had the pleasure of being served by Jen at the airport bar, and she truly made my travel experience memorable! From the moment I approached the bar, her warm smile and friendly demeanor put me at ease. Jen was knowledgeable about the drink menu and recommended the perfect cocktail for me. Her attention to detail and quick service were impressive, especially during the busy hours. It's clear that she genuinely enjoys her job and cares about her customers. If you find yourself at the airport, make sure to stop by and see Jen—she's a gem! Thank you for the fantastic service and Merry Christmas!“

“Cole was a wonderful and attentive server and the food was great as usual!“

“We went for dinner for a weeknight in early September. Reservations were available on short notice and missed the college parent crowds. First time here after hearing about it for a number of years.

We shared a couple of appetizers and really enjoyed the cheese/charcuterie board and calamari. Calamari was crispy and sauces were delicate. Cheese board was also delicious and we liked that we could mix and match. Not many places offer pate, so we enjoyed having that as an option.

The gnudi dish was the best of the evening. They’re something between a small dumpling and gnocchi, and were so incredibly tender! Sauce was very delicious and we highly recommend trying this dish.

Entrees were okay, but not amazing. They’re known for their burger but I found it lackluster. Saddest part was the French fries were soft and tasteless. Burger meat was drier than it should be; likely too much fat rendered off during cooking. Bun had no integrity and didn’t hold up to the burger.

Pork loin was good, but serving size was extremely small for an entree. There were only 3 slices of pork on the dish.

Desserts were simple and well-executed, but not a highlight.

Atmosphere can be very nice if not too loud. Great place for a date, grabbing light fare, or having a drink at the bar.“

“The place where you can eat real soul food“

“Location/decor/ambiance: the owners have tried to turn the spacious brick and beam interior of a former factory building into a ghetto-ish inner cityscape skateboard park using graffiti-style airbrush graphics, little skateboards that serve as bar chair seat backs, concrete floors painted with Providence manhole covers, etc. Visually, the effect is mixed. I “get” what the owners are trying for, but it isn’t for me an “attractive” dining decor. It looks much more like a dance club for young twenty-somethings. I quickly adjusted to the inner-city grunge decor, but what we couldn’t adjust to was the VERY loud rap/hip-hop music blaring out of some very robust speakers non-stop. Talking was difficult. Yes, I’m an older person, but I don’t begrudge anyone their musical sensibilities… provide its not full of “***** and “nigga” and roaring out at at least 90 decibels. Whatever they’re trying to be, they need to remember that they are l (at 10 am) a restaurant, not a dance club. Food & service: unexpectedly, given the above criticism, the food was outstanding, I mean really good. Caught us off guard. Just beautifully imagined and realized. Would I return? Probably not. Even the great food cant quite overcome the soundscape. Interesting place, though“

“First I today.. happy to found this place.. soup 🍲 coffee and cheese danish..the service excellent . Looking forward to go back soon .“

“I met up with a family member here yesterday for lunch. We live in different states and this was the halfway point for us. JP was our server and he was just the best!! Very friendly and funny! The food and drinks were amazing and we loved the separate rooms for dining. We're looking forward to making this our regular meetup spot!“

“Never in my life had I had a fish 🐟 sandwich like dunes I am a food lover must say from Boston to Vegas to Costa Rica never ever had a sandwich like that order it then thank me I am the honest ONE“

“we had a wonderful experience sitting at the chef's table today for brunch! everything was delicious, we will definitely be back“

“The environment is very nice, the food tastes very good, and the service is also very good!“

“went there september 16 with 20 family menbers great food amazing service.thank you eddie driscoll for getting us together“

“fantastic food and service, will definitely return soon“

“Consistently the best live music spot in Providence these days. One of the last great Blues/Jazz/Rock clubs in Providence and all of R.I.“

“Food, atmosphere, people. A+“

“Great food, cigars and staff. A must stop!“

“This place is awesome! we got the ham dinner and chicken sandwich and they were both delicious. Our 2 year old liked it too.“

“The new Harris has some of the best food , service and drinks in RI !“

“The food here is so delicious.! The atmosphere does not disappoint, you need to try out there new pumpkin waffle it’s so mouth watering 😋“

“What a find! I found this a bit off the beaten path. But SOOO worth it! The 'Everything' sauce 9n the Fish and Chips was amazing! Almost seemed like they were using the pickled banana peppers as the base. Tie that with cilantro and a few other items and you have a real winner here.The sauce on the Shrimp had a similar flare to it, but tomato based (or just mixed in).So think about this a minute. You have a sauce with some pickle flavor. You add salt to your liking (I added a lot) and you have a very interesting flavor for the fries! Genius!The Chicken Dinner was an outside the box way for me to go surf and turf. The seasoning had explosive flavor. Just wonderful!I can't wait to go back for the Salmon!“

“I have been going to Frank's periodically over many years, when lived closer and when in the area. They never disappoint. I get to bring friends by and they love it too. Great staff, good, service and value. Excellent local eatery! Love the breakfast and bacon!! Thank you!!“

“One of the best cigar bars in RI! The ventilation system is incredible, every seat is very comfortable and their selection is top notch. Highly recommend!“

“Great restaurant in downtown Providence. Easy to get to. Great parking options. The food and staff are phenomenal. Food is absolutely delicious and served by great staff. Great romantic atmosphere. Can’t say enough about this restaurant!!“

“Parkside is my favorite! !!!!! And I'm not just saying that because my hubby works there. The food is truly amazing, the service is incredible and the atmosphere is perfect!!!! I would go every week if I could!“

“atmosphere was cute... service great. food was subpar. paid $60 for a steak sandwich that looked & tasted like a TV dinner, appetizer that tasted like canned chicken soup, and fries that were definitely under the heater for too long“

“Wings were amazing! The beer selection is great and the service was beyond perfect! Will definitely be back!“

“This is probably the best place I have ever eaten. The food is magical and makes you wanting more. Ive been telling everyone about this place. The menu is diverse with something for everyone. This has been my new restaurant to take people to impress them. I’ve brought my whole family here. They were extremely impressed and they are a tough crowd to please….trust me. I’ve also had my whole office go out here one night and they were blown away. My friends from out of town told me that next time they come this is the first place we are going. That’s how blown away they were by the food. I can keep going on about how great this place is. Basically if you have not tried it yet run. This is by far the best new restaurant in Providence“

“Great place“

“The food here is delicious! Just tried for the first time tonight and I can’t rave enough. This is amazing, real homemade food, and it’s at the most reasonable prices. Definitely going to be my new go-to spot.“

“2nd time here to see a show next door. always good vibes and food! Christopher the host remembered me from 3 yrs ago when I stayed here for the same concert. he is fabulous give him a raise! food was amazing and drinks too. it's rare I get to get out and the staff here made it extra special 🥰“

“One of the best burgers in Providence!!“

“My husband and I went for the first time on Saturday and sat at the bar. We ordered apps and cocktails and of course oysters. Best oysters in RI by far believe it or not. Drinks were ok but food fabulous! Would have given 5 stars if not for the bartender. She focused solely on my husband the entire time even gave him a free drink. It was very obvious and blatant disrespect to me. My husband even commented on feeling uncomfortable. As a former bartender the general rule is to pay more attention to the wife than the husband out of respect but also because most often the wife is writing the tip. We will for sure be going back but will sit at a table and maybe only order sparkling water.“

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“I went to barnabys with family and loved the service, food, and drinks. Kaitlyn was our server and she was a pleasure to talk to and was attentive of our needs. Thank you for making my family's first time special and for helping to provide a special birthday treat for an amazing lady.“