While beachside restaurants might be all the rave in Little Rhody, the smallest state has quite a few other great options for fantastic places to eat. Not only is Rhode Island filled with amazing eateries, we also have some located amidst gorgeous settings. These 5 restaurants along the river are perfect examples! Next time you’re looking to enjoy a delicious meal aside lovely scenery, these should be at the top of your list.
- River Falls, Woonsocket
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Facebook/River Falls Set aside the historic Blackstone River, is River Falls Restaurant. Match the wonderful views with some of the best steak and seafood entrees served in the state, and it’s pure bliss. Find it at 74 South Main Street in Woonsocket.
- Waterman Grille, Providence
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Facebook/Waterman Grille
Facebook/Waterman Grille Found at 4 Richmond Square on the banks of the Seekonk River is this upscale restaurant. Featuring a delicious menu of refined American small plates, and more, Waterman Grille is considered a must amongst Providence restaurants.
- Hemenway’s Seafood Grill, Providence
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Facebook/Hemenway’s Seafood Grill This higher-end Providence spot offers a creative menu with wonderful wine and cocktails. Find them along the river at 121 South Main Street.
- Cafe Nuovo, Providence
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Facebook / Cafe Nuovo This elegant and worldly restaurant can be found at 1 Citizens Plaza in the heart of downcity Providence. They feature a unique globally inspired menu and are a hotspot in the summer time!
- Twin Oaks, Cranston
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Yelp/New England B. Though Twin Oaks is technically located alongside Spectacle Pond, this beloved Rhode Island waterfront spot is too important not to mention! Featuring Italian and American staples, the Rhode Island restaurant landscape simply wouldn’t be the same without them. Visit Twin Oaks at 100 Sabra Street.
For our list of fantastic waterfront restaurants found in the state, click here.
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Facebook/River Falls
Set aside the historic Blackstone River, is River Falls Restaurant. Match the wonderful views with some of the best steak and seafood entrees served in the state, and it’s pure bliss. Find it at 74 South Main Street in Woonsocket.
Facebook/Waterman Grille
Found at 4 Richmond Square on the banks of the Seekonk River is this upscale restaurant. Featuring a delicious menu of refined American small plates, and more, Waterman Grille is considered a must amongst Providence restaurants.
Facebook/Hemenway’s
Facebook/Hemenway’s Seafood Grill
This higher-end Providence spot offers a creative menu with wonderful wine and cocktails. Find them along the river at 121 South Main Street.
Facebook/Cafe Nuovo
Facebook / Cafe Nuovo
This elegant and worldly restaurant can be found at 1 Citizens Plaza in the heart of downcity Providence. They feature a unique globally inspired menu and are a hotspot in the summer time!
Facebook/Twin Oaks
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Though Twin Oaks is technically located alongside Spectacle Pond, this beloved Rhode Island waterfront spot is too important not to mention! Featuring Italian and American staples, the Rhode Island restaurant landscape simply wouldn’t be the same without them. Visit Twin Oaks at 100 Sabra Street.
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