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Cafe Nuovo, Providence, RI

Cafe Nuovo

4.8
4.8
3235 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
22:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
Casually elegant Cafe Nuovo, at the Gondola Landing on Providence's famed Riverwalk, has been hailed by the New York Times and singled out by the Providence Journal as "RI's contribution to world class dining." The scenic waterside setting is matched only by the "fresh, seasonal flavor of Cafe Nuovo's contemporary American cuisine and heavenly dessert creations." Through glass curtain walls or while dining al fresco on the piazza, patrons enjoy attentive service and commanding city views while the river and gondolas roll by. Free valet parking evenings. **Sunday Open for Waterfire, Graduations, some Holidays or private functions

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (401) 421-2525
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Rotunda available for weddings and banquets. Restaurant available Sundays for private functions and private luncheons on Saturdays. Platfom available for smaller business dinner meetings. Please call for capacity.
  • Area
    Providence
  • Cross Street
    Between Memorial Boulevard & Canal
  • Parking details
    Lunch: reduced rate with validated ticket or nearby street parking; Dinner: Valet at the front door
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Dinner in the Main Dining Room

    Multiple dates available
    Please join us indoors for Dinner in our Main Dining Room (Note: This reservation does not include outdoor dining) ***ON SELECT DAYS, WE OFFER TWO INDOOR SEATING AREAS: ROTUNDA OR MAIN DINING ROOM. ***OPTIONS PRESENTED DURING BOOKING REFLECT WHAT IS AVAILABLE. ***IF YOUR PREFERENCE ISN'T LISTED, PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER TIME OR CONTACT US DIRECTLY.
  • Dinner in the Rotunda (next to Main Dining Room)

    Multiple dates available
    Please join us in our Rotunda surrounded by 30 foot windows, Italian Marble, and views of Downtown Providence. (Note: This seating area is adjacent to our Main Dining Room) ***ON SELECT DAYS, WE OFFER TWO INDOOR SEATING AREAS: ROTUNDA OR MAIN DINING ROOM. ***OPTIONS PRESENTED DURING BOOKING REFLECT WHAT IS AVAILABLE. ***IF YOUR PREFERENCE ISN'T LISTED, PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER TIME OR CONTACT US DIRECTLY.

What 3,235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    Contemporary American

  • Providence County

    Best Service

  • Providence County

    Romantic

  • Providence County

    Great for scenic views

  • Providence County

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Nuovo is a culinary gem in Providence, offering "amazing" food, "stellar" service, and a "superb" riverside ambiance. Diners rave about its diverse menu, featuring dishes like lamb shank and Chilean Sea Bass, alongside "crisp" calamari and "phenomenal" desserts. Perfect for special occasions, this restaurant consistently impresses with its "impeccable" staff and picturesque outdoor seating.

3,235 Reviews
  1. Kelly

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I got married here 15 years ago and we've been back many times! Never disappoints!!

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  2. Brigida

    Rhode Island

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance was great, our servers were very attentive and the food was excellent

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  3. Scott

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was amazing and the atmosphere was very pleasant. Waiters were all attentive without rushing us. Noise level was moderate so that we could hear each other talk. Overall a great and festive night out.

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  4. Sonya

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not sure which was superior the food or the service but it was outstanding!!

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  5. Brenda

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were perfectly made. Apps- shrimp, several salads were all delicious. Scallops/shrimp dinner was ordered by three of us. Delicious. Warmly greeted at the door. Our waiter was very attentive despite being busy. Great experience!

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  6. martin

    VIP

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner at the bar and it was an outstanding experience. The food, comfort and service was perfect. Hats off to the bartenders for a great experience

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  7. Robert

    Greater Boston

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best in RI. Staff, service and food - always outstanding!

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  8. Nina

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always love going to cafe nuovo. The food is the best in Rhode Island. Sean is the best host and every server is too notch!

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  9. Steve

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Nuovo blends an elegant setting with a relaxed and informal ambience. Our waiter, Joey, was friendly, informative and efficient, and we felt pampered by the service. The menu appears to have something for everyone, and our meal was delicious. Cafe Nuovo’s price point is on the upscale side, and our experience was worth every penny. I would definitely recommend Cafe Nuovo as a place to enjoy a special evening out.

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  10. George

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Special occasions at Cafe Nuovo always over achieve and our latest experience exceeded our expectations. The menu is always tempting, flavors were delicious and the entire experience was 5⭐️ Dimitri and his staff have only priority for their dining guests and that is excellence. From the creative New Fashioned bourbon cocktail at the bar, crunchy sushi appetizer to start, massively delicious Veal Chop and sides, to the delectable desserts and espresso, we all departed immensely satisfied!

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FAQs

Cafe Nuovo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 421-2525.

Cafe Nuovo is rated 4.8 stars by 3235 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Nuovo does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
22:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Nuovo

One Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Memorial Boulevard & Canal
  • Area
    Providence
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Lunch: reduced rate with validated ticket or nearby street parking; Dinner: Valet at the front door
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (401) 421-2525
  • Private party facilities
    Rotunda available for weddings and banquets. Restaurant available Sundays for private functions and private luncheons on Saturdays. Platfom available for smaller business dinner meetings. Please call for capacity.
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