Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Rhode Island

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants 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!

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!

Top review

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!

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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Lisa

Dined 4 days ago

Our dinner was delicous. Couldn't finish so I had to bring some home. Just wonderful again!!

Anthony’s Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (587)

$30 and under

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

Great Italian, good prices, great value! Dine-In or Take-Out

Traditional heartwarming Italian entrees & pasta dishes served up in a cozy subterranean restaurant trattoria-style setting.

Specialty homemade pasta dishes, Italian Stuffed Artichokes, Homemade Cannoli's & more!
Located on the famous Federal Hill!

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Steven

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

There were 10 of us for a birthday celebration. The food was delicious, and the service was great!

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$17.95 Three Course Lunch

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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Sandra

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Ours was a return visit which was just as lovely as the first! The eggplant parmigiana was literally the best I’ve had. The ambiance is warm s and cozy. Longo’s has become my favorite restaurant, my friends’ as well!

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!

Elizabeth of Portofino's

4.8

4.8 (1334)

$30 and under

Italian

Warwick

About the restaurant

Portofinos restaurant, located at 897 Post Road in Warwick, Rhode Island, has been an institution in Rhode Island for the last 25 years.
Elizabeth welcomes families Children under the age of 10 eat FREE every night. We are located near the airport and hotels are happy to shuttle you there.
Last minute and large party reservations are not a problem. We can accommodate any size party due to our three dining areas.
Here on business no problem. Host your next corporate dinner with us. We can provide a private room at no additional charge,

Our menu includes traditional Italian dishes ,seafood and steaks. We offer roasted garlic served with warm bread and extra virgin olive oil is brought to every table. Complimentary lemocello is served at the end of every meal!Seasonal Outdoor Patio is available too.. Come as a guest and leave as family.. Elizabeth of Portofino's

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Lisa

Dined 2 days ago

We were celebrating our anniversary and this was the perfect place. The service and food was spectacular. The restaurant was nicely decorated for the holidays and so elegant. Everything was just wonderful.

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.

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Lisa

Dined 1 day ago

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

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.

Cork and Rye

4.8

4.8 (703)

$30 and under

American

Warwick

About the restaurant

Cork and Rye Gastropub is a small whiskey and wine bar with a scratch kitchen, specializing in upscale pub food. We have carefully selected local and domestic labels, along with a touch of craft cocktails & brews and combined it with a local and fresh menu comprised of classic comfort foods and beyond. We have high top tables and limited amount of low tables. If your party requires a low table, please inform us ahead of time. We are operating 90 minute table times during peak volumes.
Walk-ins and reservations welcome. Bar seating is first come first served. Our outdoor patio is now closed for the season.
Please call the restaurant directly for parties larger than 5 as our space is limited.

To keep track of the latest and greatest Cork & Rye info, check out our website, Facebook and Instagram page - and don’t forget to join the CORK’D CLUB!

Top review

Deborah

Dined 6 days ago

Sta at the bar for lunch today. Jake waited in us. He’s the BEST!!!!

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Assados Kitchen & Bar

4.8

4.8 (257)

$30 and under

Portuguese

Smithfield

About the restaurant

Assados Kitchen & Bar is all about bringing Portuguese food to Northern Rhode Island without forgetting about the American favorites. Family-owned and operated with love of quality ingredients. From family recipes to modern takes on amazing cocktails, we have what you are looking for in the search for a great night out.

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Courtney

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing as always. I got the Portuguese steak and my husband got the pistachio salmon. We loved everything!!

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