Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Rhode Island

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Rhode Island? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Ella's Food and Drink

4.9

4.9 (1901)

$30 and under

French American

Westerly

About the restaurant

Ella's Food and Drink is a French-New American Casual Fine Dining establishment with an emphasis on serving delicious house made food that you want to eat right now! We feature Local, Fresh and Seasonal Produce, Fish and Humanely Raised Meats. Our Approach is simple...let the very best product speak for itself. ELLA'S team of hospitality professionals looks forward to your visit, so join us in one of our many venues suited for your dining enjoyment.
Reservations accepted in dining room only, lounge & terrace is first come, first served. Thank you.
Enjoy Life......Eat Good Food!

Top review

TedVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Not sure how they do it but every time we dine at Ella’s it seems better than the last time! Appetizers, entrees, desserts and service all perfect.

Sweet Marie's Tea

4.9

4.9 (253)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

North Kingstown

About the restaurant

Join us for afternoon tea at Sweet Marie’s in historic Wickford Village! Nestled behind Main St is our cozy cottage where tea is served Thursday through Sunday at 12pm and 2pm. Our prix fixe menu includes bottomless tea, four sandwiches, three petit fours, and two scones. Celebrate with friends and family over a cup of tea and perhaps a mocktail, cocktail, or a glass of bubbles!

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Jacqueline

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Lovely little place, fun to go for a special occasion. The staff are friendly & service is good. It's a cute little place - I hope the new (bigger) space they are moving to is just a quaint!

Gracie's

4.9

4.9 (4284)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Providence

About the restaurant

Gracie’s is committed to providing an unforgettable dining experience. Great lengths are taken to ensure each dish highlights local seasonal ingredients. Our team works closely with local farmers, fishermen, brewers, winemakers, and distillers to bring you the freshest ingredients available. Gracie’s team is trained to accommodate food allergies and a wide range of dietary restrictions.

We are conveniently located in downtown Providence’s theater district (across from Trinity Rep and a short walk from PPAC). We are also close to the Dunkin Donuts Center, the RI Convention Center, Brown University, RISD, Johnson and Wales University, and Providence College.

We believe in full transparency; a 22% service fee (Teamshare) is added to each check to compensate our team of trained professionals with a consistent and reliable salary. Additional gratuity is optional and will be dispersed to the Hospitality Team.

Thank you for choosing Gracie’s and supporting our passion.

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JohnVIP

Dined 2 days ago

A tremendous holiday meal! Festive, creative, artful - absloutely first-rate!

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Seven Course Chef's Menu Tasting

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Five Course Chef's Menu Tasting

ESTIATORIO FILI

4.9

4.9 (69)

$31 to $50

Greek

East Providence

About the restaurant

Estiatorio Fili draws its culinary inspiration from cherished family recipes rooted in their northern Greek home. Each dish reflects the rich traditions and flavors passed down through generations, bringing a taste of Greece to your table. Paired alongside our carefully selected all Greek wine list and expertly crafted cocktails using Greek spirits, your dining experience at Estiatorio Fili is sure to be authentic and memorable.

Located in beautiful Wayland Square, on the East side of Providence, Rhode Island. Walking distance to RISDI, Brown University an India Point Park.

Full menu is also available for dining at our bar. Seating at bar is on a first come first serve basis.

For event inquires, special requests or adjustments to existing reservations, please send us an email at: sega11@verizon.net

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Carissa

Dined 1 day ago

Food and service on point! Highly recommend the lamb shank.

Pomodoro

4.8

4.8 (505)

$30 and under

Italian

Bristol

About the restaurant

BYOB Policy
At Pomodoro Italian Kitchen, we proudly allow you to bring your own beer or wine. Please be aware of the following fees: a corking fee of $7 for each bottle of wine and a fee of $1 for each beer you bring in.

Reservation Seating Options
When making reservations, please consider the following seating options we offer:
Indoor Seating: Enjoy our cozy booths located in the main dining area.
Covered Patio: Relax in our three-season room equipped with warm heating for colder months.
Bar Seating: Opt for our bar stools for a casual dining experience while enjoying your meal.
Outdoor Seating: Available depending on weather conditions, with heaters provided during colder months to keep you comfortable.

About Us
Pomodoro Italian Kitchen is a beloved family-run restaurant that has proudly served our community for three generations. We specialize in offering award-winning Italian comfort food that delights the taste buds and creates memorable dining experiences.

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Brad

Dined 5 days ago

Best Italian food in the East Bay. The Italian feast is a great value and the clams casino were absolutely sublime—I felt like breaking forth in song!

Longo Ristorante & Pizzeria

4.8

4.8 (252)

$31 to $50

Italian

Westerly

About the restaurant

Longo Ristorante Pizzeria serves quality Italian cuisine in the Westerly, Rhode Island, with its convenient location in Historic Downtown. Our experience was created with more in mind than food. Our Ristorante takes a snapshot in time when every Sunday dinner at Grandma's was a family event. Enjoy the cozy casual atmosphere, sip on red wine, and socialize in the lively dining space. The full bar at Longo's offers a wide selection of cocktails, beers & wines. We offer a fully covered patio area which is open for summer, fall & winter months, protected for rainy days & above 45 degrees. The food adheres to traditional Italian fare. All meals without exception are cooked to order with the freshest ingredients possible. We are pleased to serve other options suitable for vegetarians & will do our best to cater to any dietary need required. Please visit us, treat yourself and your family to a "Longo Family Experience". Come laugh, love and enjoy the ultimate in Italian comfort food.

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john

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Love This Place! Jess the bartender is amazing and always great to see Alyssa at the door!

Pisco & Tequila Peruvian and Mexican restaurant

4.7

4.7 (72)

$30 and under

Peruvian

Bristol

About the restaurant

New flavor to Bristol Rhode Island. Pisco & Tequila is a family friendly restaurant, offering a delightful fusion of Peruvian and Mexican cuisines. The restaurant features a selection of pisco and tequilas, providing patrons with a diverse range of options for enjoying traditional spirits.

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LizVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Great atmosphere and even better service! The staff was excellent and the place was inviting.

Dolce & Salato

4.9

4.9 (20)

$30 and under

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

Dolce & Salato is more than just a restaurant; it’s our home. Our kitchen is our heart, where time-honored recipes blend seamlessly with fresh, local ingredients.

Every dish is a testament to our heritage, prepared with the same passion and dedication that has been passed down through our family.

Come experience the warmth of our hospitality as we invite you to savor the flavors of Italy in every bite.

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HollieVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Armando was amazing from the moment we walked in. He is personable and gives great recommendations on both wine and main meals for us! He was interactive with our teens and gave them options in desserts and espresso drinks. Can’t wait to go back, my son is dying to try the Armando experience!

Aurelia at Castle Hill

4.9

4.9 (2701)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Newport

About the restaurant

Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, Aurelia is the next evolution in Castle Hill’s culinary journey – one that has been lauded as one of the best dining experiences in New England. Nestled on forty magical acres, the property has been the backdrop of memorable occasions for more than a century.

The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux restaurant, known in its original incarnation as The Dining Room at Castle Hill, offers a six-course prix fixe menu with imaginative dishes utilizing the local bounty of produce, seafood, and artisanal producers.

Aurelia’s dining rooms overlook Narragansett Bay in all its raw beauty. As the bay’s seascape and surrounding landscape change subtly with the seasons, so does Aurelia’s menu, culminating in a truly memorable experience.

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RobertVIP

Dined on Nov 25, 2024

The service, and cuisine were bothe exquisite and elegant. The menu was set and we received a six course meal. It was excellent.

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu

Divine Italian Home Cooking

4.9

4.9 (145)

$30 and under

Italian

Warwick

About the restaurant

In the mood for pasta? Enjoy authentic Italian home cooking, pizza and specialties including chicken and veal parmigiana, grilled fish, chicken and steaks.

Top review

Lisa

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely local restaurant. Great staff, great food and atmosphere.

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