Restaurants near Providence Performing Arts Center

We went to enjoy dinner before Hamilton. Ambience scored lower because we were the first table by the door, so it was a busy area. I enjoyed the Statler chicken with mashed potatoes and asparagus. My husband had the Bolognese and our friends had short rib mac & cheese, and the pork chop. I will say that, my friend who had the mac & cheese did indicate that it was on the cool side. They don’t serve traditional bread so check out the focaccia or garlic bread. I had some eating restrictions that night so we will definitely go back so I can enjoy other items. I also was not having a cocktail that night, but they did seem like they could make a mean martini.

As always, a phenomenal dining experience. The service was exceptional and the food spectacular. The special gnocchi appetizer (with wild hen-of-the-woods mushrooms and roasted Brussel sprouts) was to-die-for; it was that good. The house rigatoni entree 'exploded' with flavor with each bite and the duck was perfect; crispy outside and tender inside. As usual, all the special touches that Gracie's is known for just made the evening special (anniversary dinner).

As always, Circe was fabulous. We ate pre show at PPAC, as I’m sure most diners were doing at that time. Food was delicious and came out promptly. They clearly know how to keep it moving even when everyone orders at once on a deadline. I love the atmosphere here and personally prefer the upstairs. Excellent service as well.

We haven't been in a while, but as usual everything was excellent. It was theater night so we did the prix fixe dinners. Delicious. Our server, whose name escapes me was wonderful. He made our time there even better, allowing us to take our time and truly dine! And the valet/limo service staff to get us to the theater and back was also incredible. It was a rainy night and the driver came looking for us under the marquis to take us back to the restaurant after the show to get our vehicle. All in all, an excellent and pleasant evening!

Cafe Nuovo represents the elegance of superior cuisine, service and atmosphere. Whether visiting personally or for business, guests will delightfully enjoy this first-class establishment. Bravo, Cafe Nuovo!!!!!!!!! Bob Mancini. 12/11/2024