Blackie’s Bulldog Tavern / 181 George Washington Hwy – Route 116 – Smithfield, RI 02917 / 401-231-4777 I have never been more excited about a restaurant review than I was about Blackie’s Bull Dog Tavern. Why? Chef Angie Armenise, of course! Angie, a recipient of the 2010 Rhode Island Hospitality Chef of the … Read more
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Bonefish Grill / 2000 Chapel View Blvd / Cranston, RI 02920 / 401-275-4970 Bonefish Grill’s motto is to embrace happiness, laugh more and worry less. To swap out boredom and routine for an inspired dinner and to open your eyes. After dining at the new Bonefish Grill in Cranston, Rhode Island, I can honestly say … Read more
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Rue De L’ Espoir / 99 Hope Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-751-8890 Rue De L’Espoir is a Rhode Island institution. The Rue, as it is affectionately referred to, opened in May 1976. Over the past 36 years, The Rue has experienced continued success and has been featured in travel books and magazines, including Esquire, Bon Appetit, Food … Read more
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Besos Kitchen & Cocktails / 378 Main Street / East Greenwich, RI / 1-401-398-8855 I love, love, love, LOVE Besos Kitchen & Cocktails. There is no other way to start this review than to state that fact. I developed a crush and swooned from afar after seeing photos and reading Besos’ (which means “kisses” in Spanish) menu online, … Read more
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Coco Pazzo / English Cellar Alehouse / 165 Angell Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-454-3434 Coco Pazzo is slang for ”crazy crazy” (Crazy in Italian and Crazy in French) but I think it should be slang for ”brilliant brilliant” or, better yet, ”Oh my God, this brilliant restaurant has some of the best food I have ever eaten!” Yeah, that’s it. THAT is … Read more
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Trinity Brewhouse / 186 Fountain Street / Providence, RI 02905 / 401-453-BEER (2337) Trinity Brewhouse is a Gothic funhouse of award winning beers, delicious pub food, rock music, friendly service, and a trendy, youthful, local clientele. It’s eye catching carnival styled signs beckon you to step right up and try “the best beer in Rhode … Read more
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Besos Kitchen & Cocktails / 378 Main Street / East Greenwich, RI / 1-401-398-8855 I love, love, love, LOVE Besos Kitchen & Cocktails. There is no other way to start this review than to state that fact. I developed a crush and swooned from afar after seeing photos and reading Besos’ (which means “kisses” in Spanish) menu online, … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on August 10, 2012 · 1 Comment
Trattoria Zooma / 245 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI 02903 / 401-383-2002 Trattoria Zooma located right in the heart of Providence, RI’s “Little Italy”, Federal Hill (one of the top “Little Italy’s” in the country may I add) is a feast for the senses. This traditional southern Italian (Neapolitan) restaurant is stunningly beautiful. The dance of fuchsia, … Read more
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Wicked Restaurant and Wine Bar / 660 Legacy Place / Dedham, MA 02026 / 781-326-9100 My partner and I recently dined at Wicked Restaurant and Wine Bar in Dedham, MA, and without being cliché, the food, service, and atmosphere really are wicked good! The slang definition for wicked is: strikingly good, effective, or skillful. Yes, … Read more
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Coco Pazzo / English Cellar Alehouse / 165 Angell Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-454-3434 Coco Pazzo is slang for ”crazy crazy” (Crazy in Italian and Crazy in French) but I think it should be slang for ”brilliant brilliant” or, better yet, ”Oh my God, this brilliant restaurant has some of the best food I have ever eaten!” Yeah, that’s it. THAT is … Read more
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Rick’s Roadhouse / 370 Richmond Street / Providence, RI / 401-272-PORK I was in love with Rick’s Roadhouse before it even opened. I remember reading an article about this new BBQ restaurant opening in downtown Providence that would reflect the type BBQ shacks one would find on on a road trip, such as on historic … Read more
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Tyler Point Grille / 32 Barton Avenue / Barrington, RI 02806 / 401-247-0017 Tyler Point Grille is an East Bay institution and a restaurant I have been wanting to review for quite some time. Local chef, Brian Thimme, recently purchased Tyler Point Grill and continues to serve up the favorites the locals and … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on April 27, 2012 · 1 Comment
Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar / 121 South Main Street / Providence, RI 02903 / 401-351-8570 Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar will impress you from beginning to end. It is truly an excellent restaurant. Located in beautiful downtown Providence, Hemenway’s has some of the best views of the city. The … Read more
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Agave Restaurant & Lounge / 805 Hope Street / Bristol, RI 02809 / 401-253-1566 Agave Restaurant & Lounge (formerly The Topside Lounge) is the perfect stop for breakfast, lunch or dinner. How do I know? Because I’ve experienced all three and each meal was phenomenal! There is so much to love about Agave that I don’t know where … Read more
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Airport Grille / 1569 Airport Road / New Bedford, MA / 1-508-99-Grill The Airport Grille is a hidden gem if ever there was one. Located at the small New Bedford, MA airport, this intimate, upscale restaurant is a personal favorite of mine. This attractive, big city styled restaurant makes me want to put on a bomber jacket and act … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on February 9, 2012 · 1 Comment
Not Your Average Joe’s / 1125 Fall River Avenue / Seekonk, MA / 1-508-343-5637 If ever a restaurant lived up to it’s name it is Not Your Average Joe’s. There is absolutely nothing “average” about this outstanding dining establishment. My partner Jen and I decided to dine at the new Seekonk, MA … Read more
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Cook & Brown Public House / 959 Hope Street / Providence, RI 02906 / 401-273-7274 “I’m not in Rhode Island anymore,” was my immediate reaction upon entering the upscale Cook & Brown Public House. This contemporary restaurant is located in Providence, RI, but makes diners feel like they have left the country to have an out … Read more
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Creperie Catherine – Mont Tremblant Village / 133, Kandahar / Mont-Tremblant, QC, J8E 1A1 / 1-819-681-4888 While visiting Mont-Tremblant this past December my partner and I were treated to an amazing meal at Creperie Catherine in the heart of Tremblant village. Creperie Catherine is an affordable, charming, family friendly restaurant serving the … Read more
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GAS LAMP GRILLE / 206 Thames Street/ Newport, RI 02840 / 401-845-9300 This past summer a friend and I had the pleasure of dining at Gas Lamp Grille in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island. Gas Lamp Grille is known for its fine food, music, sports and exotic beers, keeping it on the top of … Read more
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Church Landing / The Inns & Spa at Mill Falls / 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH 03253 / 1-800-622-6455 Lago Restaurant / The Inn at Bay Point / Exit 23 off I-93 / Meredith, NH 03253 / 1-603-279-2253 Lake Winnipesaukee’s Most Luxurious Resort! As a travel writer I have been blessed … Read more
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Mediterraneo Caffe / 134 Atwells Ave / Providence, RI 02903 / (401)-331-7760 A Must Visit When in Providence, Rhode Island! When I think of Federal Hill, Providence, RI’s “Little Italy” neighborhood and the place where I was born, raised & lived for over 30 years, I can’t help but think of Mediterraneo Caffe. Mediterraneo Caffe … Read more
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The Paddock Restaurant / 20 Scudder Ave / Hyannis, MA 02601 / (508)-775-7677 A Classic Cape Cod Restaurant I recently had the pleasure of dining at a Cape Cod classic, The Paddock Restaurant, located in Hyannis, MA. The Paddock features fresh seafood, live lobsters, prime steaks, a popular piano bar, … Read more
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The Melting Pot / 199 Providence Place / Providence, RI 02903 / (401)-865-6670 DIP INTO SOMETHING DIFFERENT! Dining at The Melting Pot is a special event. It doesn’t matter if you only stop in for their delicious chocolate fondue dessert or go all out with their Big Night Out Four-Course Dinner. It is unlike … Read more
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Legal C Bar / Legacy Place – 736 Legacy Place / Dedham, MA 02026 / (781)-234-6500 A Focused, Full-Flavored, Social, Urban Venue, Casual in Style! As a New Englander, I am ashamed to say that my first time visiting a Legal Sea Foods was last week when my (ex) April and I dined … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on April 29, 2011 · 1 Comment
Amici Bar & Grill / 242 Atwells Ave / Providence, RI, 02903 / (401)-490-0409. Sushi – Wood Fired Brick Oven – & More! Amici Bar & Grille was on my radar before it even opened (the official grand opening was January 24, 2011). I was drawn to exterior’s bright yellow & red … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on April 23, 2011 · 1 Comment
Julian’s / 318 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909 / 401-861-1770 Good Looking on the Inside AND Outside! Do you remember that person in high school that oozed with punk rock, zine reading, sci-fi coolness? Some people may have thought they were “strange”, but not you. Oh no. You anticipated passing them each day in … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on April 10, 2011 · 1 Comment
LJ’s BBQ / 727 East Avenue / Pawtucket, RI / (401)-305-5255 SO GOOD, IT’LL MAKE YOU CURSE! LJ’s BBQ is so much more than just delicious, award winning BBQ. It is about the LOVE that goes into the preparation of food. It’s the passion. The pride. The enthusiasm. The authenticity. The confidence in knowing that you make … Read more
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Posted by gaytravelinformation on January 31, 2011 · 2 Comments
I don’t know about you, but to me, one of the best parts of travel is the local food I get to enjoy. (Depasquale Plaza / Federal Hill- Atwells Ave – Providence, RI) Being from a predominately Italian neighborhood in Providence, RI called Federal Hill, and of Italian decent, I have no shortage of … Read more
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