Best Historic Restaurants in Barrington

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Revolution

4.8

Exceptional(132)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cranston

Booked 2 times today

On Broad Street, in Cranston’s historic Pawtuxet Village stands a restaurant and bar serving quality American fare and cocktails for 24 years!Whether you’re stopping by for our legendary Berube burger, cocktails, or a celebratory dinner, the welcoming staff and creative plates are sure to make you want to settle in and enjoy the ambiance.See for yourself what locals have been enjoying for 24 years.We will accommodate any food preferences including vegan and gluten free options.

2. Le Central

4.8

Exceptional(507)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Bristol

Booked 4 times today

Le Central is a French bistro, focusing on modern interpretations of classic dishes featuring local products from Sakonnet Lobsters, Four Town Farm (Seekonk, MA), Walker's Farm (Barrington, RI), Scott the Bassman, and Little Rhody Eggs (Foster, RI). Low lighting, checkerboard floor tiling, glass tabletops, and French nu-Jazz provide an intimate yet warm and familiar atmosphere. Chef-owner Jesse James spent his early career in Boston, working with chefs Moncef Meddeb at L'Espalier and Jasper White at Jasper's, with further experience at other landmark restaurants in New York, France, and Italy. Le Central is the third restaurant he has designed, built, and operated, after Aperto (Est 1992) and Boca Rotis (Est 1997), both in San Francisco. The large painting by Inez Storer on the south wall of the restaurant (which also serves as our logo) is of Jesse's son, Sam (the current General Manager & Beverage Director), and his childhood dog, Skye. Inez wouldn't say who the guy in the chair is.

A photo of Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante restaurant

3. Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(1664)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Providence

Booked 24 times today

An authentic Italian dining experience, an award-winning wine list, and excellent service - that is what Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante is well known for in Providence, Rhode Island, and beyond. This Italian wine bar and restaurant is located on DePasquale Plaza in the heart of historic Federal Hill - the Little Italy section of the capital city.

4. Sarto

4.6

Exceptional(427)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Providence

Booked 20 times today

SUNDAY BRUNCH BEGINNING MARCH 31, 2024!At Sarto, we believe that poring over the details is always worth it; and that the joys of a meal go far beyond the food itself. In keeping with Italy’s authentic, old-world traditions, we’ve approached our menu in much the same way an Italian chef opening a restaurant here in America might ── with dishes composed of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, that honor our region in a modern way.Prepared from an open concept kitchen, our menu features modern Italian fare made with the freshest local ingredients Rhode Island has to offer, complimented by award – winning wines and a carefully curated cocktail program.Sarto is located just moments from local performing arts and convention centers in the historic Teste brownstone building. Originally built in 1860, our restaurant was once home to an apothecary, a money-to-loan business and later the Philip Wolfe Haberdasher, which inspired the name Sarto or tailor in Italian.

5. Cassarino's

4.5

Awesome(2390)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Providence

Booked 38 times today

Cassarino's Ristorante on Historic Federal Hill has established itself as one of Rhode Island's premiere Italian eateries since 1988. We combine a Northern Italian flavor with new world cuisine. Our ingredients are delivered fresh daily from local purveyors under the watchful eyes of our culinary team. ***Please note that table requests on Friday and Saturday nights will be taken into account, but not guaranteed***

6. Leo's Ristorante

4.2

Awesome(464)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bristol

Booked 2 times today

Leo’s was first opened in 1948 by Italian immigrants Pantaleone (Leo) Mancieri and his wife Virginia (Nonni). Established mainly as a pizzeria in the State Street section of Bristol, the restaurant quickly gained a local following and served as a popular lunch destination for workers and families alike. Leo and Virginia, along with sons Mario and Reno, worked tirelessly to produce great fresh Italian favorites and create a friendly environment for their customers.The original Leo’s remained open until 1976 when the family decided to close after Leo passes away, and in the year 2000 Leo’s grandson, Paul Mancieri, relocated to 365 Hope Street in the heart of historic downtown Bristol. Paul and his wife Adriana pride themselves on bringing back the spirit and the recipes of the pizzeria ran by Leo and Nonni. Welcome to Leo’s Ristorante! Enjoy our family recipes, preserved for three generations and plated with care and love by Paul, Adriana and their staff.

7. The George

4.5

Awesome(1391)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Providence

Booked 24 times today

The George is Providence's newest piano bar and upscale casual dining restaurant featuring American fare, elevated comfort food, delightfully crafted cocktails, and live piano every Tuesday - Sunday. Enjoy Brunch with Live Piano every Sunday from 10am to 1:30pm and dinner from 2pm to 5pm.Our Speakeasy Lounge opens every Friday and Saturday evening at 7pm. Seating is available on a first come, first seated basis. Live music starts at 9:30pm.*Please Note* We will do our best to seat your party at your requested table upon confirming your reservation, but it is not guaranteed due to covid restrictions.

8. Maria's Cucina

4.8

Exceptional(797)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Providence

Booked 8 times today

Authentic Italian Restaurant located inside the Italo-American Club. You do Not have to be a member to use the restaurant.

A photo of Providence Oyster Bar - Federal Hill restaurant

9. Providence Oyster Bar - Federal Hill

4.8

Exceptional(2307)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Providence

Booked 21 times today

Located on Historic Federal Hill, Providence Oyster Bar stands out as Rhode Island's premiere Seafood House. Upscale, yet casual, the Providence Oyster Bar welcomes you to be spoiled by the freshest selection of oysters and clams.

10. Pot au Feu Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1338)

Price: Expensive

• French • Providence

Booked 6 times today

A favorite of Julia Child - Pot au Feu Bistro is so much more than a restaurant... Established in 1972, our cozy Bistro is the oldest French Bistro in America. Pot au Feu Bistro kicked off the Providence Restaurant Renaissance being the first to offer something other than “steak, spaghetti and chow mien”.Located in the Historic Downtown we are just minutes from all the hotels and convention center.

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ChrisVIP
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service and food. Highly recommend. Good wine selection that's reasonably priced. Excellent chicken parm. Excellent creme brulee, could use fresh berries to break up the rich custard. Our table was a little tight next to another table and the wall. We would go back.
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Cassarino'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Providence
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4.5
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Matt and TinaVIP
Greater Boston •114 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Jess is an exceptional server! We always enjoy seeing her. The food is always delicious. She should be commended for her great work ethic!
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Costantino's Venda Bar & RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Providence
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4.4
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Tara
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We got stuck in bad weather on our way down from Boston. Sarto accommodated us even though we were nearly an hour late! Food and service were incredible!
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SartoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Providence
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4.6
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DanVIP
Greater Boston •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A lovely gem of a bistro, quiet for a near weekend evening. We both had a French onion soup that had rich flavor, great umami and was perfect for a cold night. My lamb chops were tender with a nice char to offset the sweetness of the meat, the cassoulet that accompanied was the right accompaniment instead of a starch, and my wife enjoyed her duck confit. A nice Chablis and two very good desserts finished the experience. Our server was attentive and not at all stuffy and we felt welcomed. Will go back a lot.
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Le CentralPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French• Bristol
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4.8
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Carol
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Service was great. Food was delicious. The menu has a good selection from appetizers right on through. I can’t speak about the dessert menu; I didn’t look at it. Everyone in my party was full from our meal. Great food, great value, great service.
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RevolutionPrice: Moderate• American• Cranston
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4.8

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Revolution

2. Le Central

3. Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante

4. Sarto

5. Cassarino's

6. Leo's Ristorante

7. The George

8. Maria's Cucina

9. Providence Oyster Bar - Federal Hill

10. Pot au Feu Bistro

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