16 Best Dive Bars near Providence

“Great place to hang. Owners are amazing and the staff are some of the best in the business! Great selection of beers and spirits, free pinball and spectacular decor if you’re a horror fan. Where else can you go and see a picture of an autographed foot?“

“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.“

“best little bar in providence“

“Gilligan’s is GREAT! Been my local for a number of years…the owner Amanda has tastefully updated it since buying it, yet kept the great friendly, welcoming feeling. Nice wine list, local crafts & a good place to catch a game! Give it a try“

“good food and drinks. they have a huge screen for watching sports. went weekday evening to watch futbol and had a good time. they had a 7 dollar cocktail of the day that was amazing and a great deal! the people working here are super friendly! the place is a bit bougie for a neighborhood bar tho.“

“Great bar with good chill vibes, especially the backyard patio. Nice atmosphere for conversation and isn't too loud. Definitely right up my alley. No kitchen, which is fine. It's just meant to be a bar to chill, but plenty of food nearby.“

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Great experience at Grad Center Bar! The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and perfect for a casual night out in Providence. The staff is welcoming, attentive, and provides quick service even when it’s busy. Drinks are reasonably priced and well-made, and the overall vibe is fun and comfortable. It’s a great spot to hang out with friends, unwind, and enjoy a laid-back evening. Highly recommend checking it out!“

“Nice eatery!
I had a very tasty, juicy, nicely seasoned cheeseburger with homemade French fries. Yum!
Another had fish and chips. Said it was ok.
Two others had the gyro and loved it!
Started with fried pickles. They were good, but a little too greasy for me our server was very good!
All in all, very good.
Will be returning“

“Classic little small town dive bar... friendly patrons, great drink prices and good service, nothing more one could ask for. Plenty of TVs for sports and a pool table in the back...if you are a fan of local bars this is a don't miss .. would love to return.“

“Fun times great place !!! Live music !!“

“Rock’s is the place for good drinks, billiards, and darts. The owner, Cynthia, and staff are fantastic. Cynthia and her staff were so extremely helpful from helping with food to making sure we had everything we needed or wanted. We held a birthday party/celebration of life and had about 25 family and friends get together. It was the perfect place for all of us. Some were able to play billiards, while others played darts, and there was room for people to sit and chat. We had such an amazing time, thanks to Cynthia! I highly recommend Rock’s and we will be back!!“

“My dad and I went to Jack’s Family Restaurant this weekend. My dad and I live in Pennsylvania, but with recent family events we’ve found ourselves in Rhode Island a few times within the last month. My dad said Jack’s looked “the same as it always did,” and he smiled the entire time. We ordered the little necks casino, clam cakes, clam chowder, and seafood zuppa (and we splurged and got the lobster). Everything was great! We thank the staff and chefs for a wonderful experience. Everyone was kind. The food was delicious, and quickly delivered to us to be devoured. We had a wonderful experience & will definitely be back. ❤️☺️“

“Have never had a bad experience there, very welcoming environment“

“Look, I'm not a drinker, but if I were, this would be a place for me. My band played there a couple times and man oh man, the place is amazing. It's not where you go to see crazy lights and music so loud that your ears ring, its like cheers“

“The Yacht Club is a hidden Rhode Island gem! The bands are great. Highly recommend for a fun time.“

“Friendly waiters, nice food 🥘“