JaneRI's Profile
Looking for the best destination restaurants in RI, Mass, and CT
Haven't been to either but on my must-try list are Still River Cafe in Ashford, CT and Night Kitchen in Montague MA (not sure NK is in the same league as Still River). Golden Lamb def on that list as well.
Trafford in Warren RI
Went last week for lunch and loved it. Beautiful building on the water....even though it was December, we got to eat "outside"....they kept their porch open with those plastic coverings down and heaters on ....what a treat!
Didn't try too many different things, but both were so good I felt I should post (especially when I went looking for reviews and realized Trafford had yet to be mentioned on this board). My friend and I split the arancini (fried risotto balls) and they were fabulous.....intense lemon/rosemary taste. Each had a bowl of that day's soup special.....pureed brussel sprout w/bacon. Two stories besides the first floor porch overlooking the water ...can't wait to get back there.
www.traffordrestaurant.com
Great Breakfast at Donna's Cucina, Pawcatuck CT!
I went last month but have been busy and kept forgetting to post this. I didn't know I was in Pawcatuck until I looked up her website ...thought we were in Westerly, RI. RIGHT over the line. On a side street but somehow we just happened upon it, and the exterior was so inviting we stopped. I had nutella crepes, my friend had an omelet. They have regular or cheesy homefries ....I had the cheesy ones and they were sorta like a cheesy potato pancake ....both were delicious. The place is adorable and cozy .....after looking at their lunch menu online, I need to go back!
www.donnascucina.com
Open on Thanksgiving, casual dining?
Hi, there is an article on boston.com about open restaurants but it's Thanksgiving food and higher end. I need something casual and simple (a diner, chinese food, etc) for lunch on Thursday around the Brookline, Dorchester, Roxbury, Roslindale area. For various reasons, we're doing our family meal over the weekend, and just need to grab a bite on Thursday. I was wondering if Chinese restaurants are open on Thanksgiving the way the are on Christmas. Thanks!
Al Forno / Bacarro ? [Providence, RI]
Go to Bacaro, you won't be disappointed.
Add me to the list of people who aren't impressed w/Al Forno. I think they have a hit or miss issue, because I've read posts of good meals on here from chowhounders whose opinions I respect, but I unfortunately have only ever experienced a "miss" night.
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Bacaro Restaurant
262 S Water St, Providence, RI 02903
Looking for farmstand, 495 between Norton & Sandwich
Thanks Phelana, but I'm leaving Friday after work and going for the wkend. Tuesday daytime market no good for me.
Jomo, thanks for trying, but I've seen that market and doesn't have enough "ooomph" for me....I'm looking for something really nice, loaded w/the best the season has to offer.
Looking for farmstand, 495 between Norton & Sandwich
Weeding through the options on farmfresh has been difficult because I have to go through the farms individually to find out if they're close to 495, have a farmstand (as opposed to just a CSA, etc)....that's why I was hoping someone on here could give me a specific red.
Looking for farmstand, 495 between Norton & Sandwich
Already been to farmfresh and wasn't finding much that was helpful. This market is Tuesdays, the Friday one is Buzzard's Bay which I don't want to deal with because of traffic .....
Looking for farmstand, 495 between Norton & Sandwich
Heading to the Cape Friday....leaving Norton after work, would like to find a good farmstand to just load up on whatever looks nice for the weekend. Any suggestions?
Society of Wine Educators Annual conference comes to Providence - need reccs
Third Bacaro. Don't bother w/Al Forno.
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Bacaro Restaurant
262 S Water St, Providence, RI 02903
Stonington Vineyards Wine & Food Festival
Not really, except for music. You can purchase food, I don't think they have enough choices. I've had a nice time but prefer the fall festival....a bit hot this time of year to be sitting in a field.
Al Forno in Providence
I agree Sara, I've never had a bad meal at Bacaro....although I haven't been in a year or so.
Al Forno in Providence
I'm going to second what invino said...do you have to go there? Food can be stellar (so I hear) or just meh (my experience more than once). They strong arm you into ordering dessert in advance. If you want to sit in their pretty outdoor courtyard for cocktails and a pizza, fine. Anything else, don't bother.
Chicken Stock "Etiquette" Question
Agree! And all this debate about whether it's hazardous or not is weird to me. It's not hazardous, it's simply gross ...isn't that enough? Urine is sterile.....does that mean I'm picky because I don't want any accidently slipping into my food??
What are your Block Island restaurant recommendations for the summer?
Lawn of the Spring House....peanut butter mudslides while the kids occupy themselves rolling down the hill.
Oh.....you wanted food?
Newport decesion
I happen to love Clarke Cooke....if you don't end up eating there, at least go for a drink to see the gorgeous building. It's my favorite bldg in town. If you go when it warms up have a drink in the "SkyBar". And tell a little white lie, like you're planning a wedding or something, and ask to be shown The Porch....it's a dining room like no other in Newport (pics on the website too). Would be a great place for a splurge dinner. I'm not saying you can't find food better, but the overall experience is amazing.
HEALTHY Providence Area Take-out
Frighteningly indifferent (1990s Robert Palmer style girls come to mind) but I've never had to wait overly long for takeout. And I love LOVE the food.
ISO Your Most Tried-and-True Healthy Vegetarian Weeknight Staples
I've only made them once, but these sweet potato & black bean burritos got rave reviews:
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Addictive-Sweet-Potato-Burritos/Detail.aspx
Providence - decent place for a group near the Convention Center
No offense intended, but Chowhound is for those people you described.....people who live to eat, not eat to live. It's the whole point of the website.
Providence - decent place for a group near the Convention Center
....and that is why I included Med & Camille's in my post, noting that they are at the beginning of Federal Hill. My comment about walking in heels was in reference to some places that are even further. I don't think Angelo's is what the OP has in mind.
Friendship Cafe - Providence
Nice article in today's Providence Journal. I've been meaning to check this place out, so hopefully the article will give me the push I need. It would be a shame if a place like this didn't make it. Nice menu!
http://www.projo.com/food/content/fd-friendship_cafe_03-30-11_O9N50LV_v33.214406.html#slcgm_comments_anchor
http://www.amoshouse.com/ourbusinesses/friendshipcaf%C3%A9/tabid/244/default.aspx
http://www.amoshouse.com/Portals/0/Uploads/Documents/CafeMenuFeb2011.pdf
Friendship Cafe - Providence
Nice article in today's Providence Journal. I've been meaning to check this place out, so hopefully the article will give me the push I need. It would be a shame if a place like this didn't make it. Nice menu!
http://www.projo.com/food/content/fd-friendship_cafe_03-30-11_O9N50LV_v33.214406.html#slcgm_comments_anchor
http://www.amoshouse.com/ourbusinesses/friendshipcaf%C3%A9/tabid/244/default.aspx
http://www.amoshouse.com/Portals/0/Uploads/Documents/CafeMenuFeb2011.pdf
Providence - decent place for a group near the Convention Center
Agree w/the others...Al Forno sucks.
Check out the menu at Cafe Nuovo - an easy walk: http://www.cafenuovo.com/cafenuovo/menu.cfm?cat=1
I believe Mediterreano & Camille's are both still serving lunch...they cater to businesspeople and i've never had an issue w/them taking an eternity at lunchtime. They are also at the beginning of Federal Hill....if someone asked me to walk a 1/2 mile in heels I'd be bullshit.
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Cafe Nuovo
1 Citizens Plz Ste 1B, Providence, RI 02903
Where are my saved recipes?
Got em, thanks so much! Wouldn't a "recipes" tab make sense?
Providence recommendations
I haven't eaten at Walter's in years, and it's because I wasn't that thrilled....the food was just ok, and it was a tense atmosphere. It was an open kitchen and you could see and hear him yelling at his employees, the waitstaff was on edge. Not fun.
Providence: Chicken & Waffles???
I had read that too, and I don't know if it was an error, or if they've since taken it off the menu...but it's not their menu now.
Restaurant L & E, Chester, Ct. Rip Off
Correct me if I'm wrong...didn't he specify that he ordered a dinner size portion and THAT is where he had the complaint about the portion size? I've never been to this place but his complaint sounds valid to me.
