Lincoln (Rhode Island)

Lincoln is most popular in the summer with its beautiful scenery and great places to visit.

By car

Cars are the main form of transportation in Rhode Island. If you are coming by plane, there are car rentals available at T.F. Green Airport. You can also take a taxi but they can become quite pricey.
If arriving from the south, take I-95 North to Route 146 North to Route 116 South.
If arriving from the north, take I-95 South to Exit 4 in Massachusetts (295 South). Travel along Route 295 for about 10 minutes crossing into Rhode Island. Take Exit 9A (Route 146 South) to Exit 116 South.

By bus

An alternative to cars is the Rhode Island bus system known as RIPTA (Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority). There are plenty of bus stops throughout the state and plenty of bus stops throughout Lincoln. Route 54 is the main route to Lincoln with many drop offs being at major attractions.

• Bus rate: $1.75 in cash
• Transfer rate: $.50
• Senior/Disabled Reduced Fare (with ID): $.85
• Children under 5: free
• Ozone Days: On days declared as Ozone Alert Days, the RIPTA bus is free except destinations to the beach.

• Chase Farms

  address: 699 Great Rd
  A beautiful open park meant for families to stroll, and dogs to play. Picnic benches are strategically placed by the small pond (not meant for swimming, but fishing is allowed). Gravel paths are laid out all through the lands for easy walking. The paths wind through a butterfly garden complete with a waterfall. Free concerts are available in the park for the public on certain Saturdays.

• Eleazer Arnold House

  phone: +1 781-891-4882 ext 237
  address: 487 Great Rd
  A 17th century “stone-ender”, a once common building type with roots found in the western part of England.

• Valentine Whitman Jr. House

  address: 1147 Great Rd
  One of a few surviving “stone-end” houses built in the 17th century.

• Hearthside House

  phone: +1 401-726-0597
  address: 677 Great Rd
  One of the finest examples of early nineteenth century Federal-style houses in Rhode Island.

• Lincoln Woods State Park

  phone: +1 401-723-7892
  Restrooms, concession stand, picnic shelters, fireplaces, picnic tables, fresh water beach, bathhouse, coin operated showers, boat ramp, riding stable and bridle trails, fishing, boating, hiking, ice skating, snowmobiling. Entry free. Table and fireplace $2.

• Blackstone River Bikeway State Park

  phone: +1 401-723-7892
  address: Manchester Print Works Rd
  Part of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor on the banks of the Blackstone River, with canoeing, boating, a fishing area, and walking trails. There is about three miles of bike path developed, but eventually a nineteen mile stretch will connect with the East Bay Bike Path.

• Cinemaworld Lincoln

  phone: +1 401 333-8019
  address: 622 George Washington Highway
  Cinema World is the place to go when it comes to movie theaters. Stadium seating 16 Screen Movie Theater. Super Tuesdays: $6, All seats, all shows, all day! Every night they give student and military discounts instead of the normal $10 ticket you pay $9. Rewards card: receive coupons, sometimes for a $1.00 off a drink or popcorn to even a free movie pass.

• Kirkbrae Country Club

  phone: +1 401-333-1300
  address: 197 Old River Rd
  A private country club featuring an 18-hole Championship golf course, an Olympic size swimming pool, a fully equipped health facility, a 480 seat banquet facility, and a 240 seat member dining area. Different memberships designed to meet the individual needs of each member.

• Lincoln Public Library

  phone: +1 401-333-2422
  address: 145 Old River Rd
  Mission statement: “The library strives to provide patrons of all ages access to information, educational and cultural reading materials, and services in traditional and innovative formats. As the community’s recreational reading and information resource, our goal is to help library users become lifelong learners. The library is a living, growing entity that responds to meet its patrons changing needs.”

• Rock Spot Climbing

  phone: +1 401-727-1704
  address: 100 Higginson Ave
  Indoor climbing for all ages and levels.

• Twin River Casino

  address: 100 Twin River Rd
  Gaming, dining, and entertainment destination. Over 4,700 slot machines, greyhound racing from around the country, a 29,000+ square foot Twin River Event Center with headline entertainment, the legendary Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club, free concerts at the Lighthouse Bar, and signature cocktails at Blackstone’s Cigar and Martini Bar.

• Lincoln Mall

  phone: +1 401 333-5660
  address: 622 George Washington Highway
  A conveniently located outdoor mall for one stop shopping. Stores include: AT&T, Claire’s Accessories, Deb Shops, Dollar Tree, Dress Barn, Euphoria Institute, Exotic Tans, Eye Associates, Famous Footwear, Firenza Jewelers, Five Below, GNC, Home Goods, iParty, Job Lot, Majestic Nails, Marshall’s, Papa Gino’s, Payless Shoe Source, Radio Shack, Sleepy’s, Super Stop and Shop, Target.

• Lincoln Shopping Center

  address: Front St
  The plaza is home to over 15 local businesses. They include Bread & More, a local bakery that has been serving patrons for over 30 years. Subway sandwich shop, Lincoln Liquors, Pam's Grille, Nayco Convenience store, Ted's Paint Shop and Lonsdale Laundromat are all located in the plaza. It serves as a multi-purpose shopping center located in the middle of town.

Chain restaurants include Wendy's, McDonalds, Chili's Bar and Grill, Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks, and Subway. Other options include:

• Asia Grille

  phone: +1 401-334-3200
  address: 622 George Washington Highway
  Enjoy fresh, authentic Asian cuisine in a beautifully decorated and eye-pleasing dining room, or carry out for at home dining. Two private banquet rooms for parties up to 40 or 100. Voted Best Asian Restaurant 3 years in a row in the Blackstone Valley. Karaoke every Thursday 8PM-midnight.

• Hercules Pizza Works

  phone: +1 401-724-2320
  address: 1525 Louisquisset Pike
  Family pizzeria serving pizzas, calzones, grinders, wraps, pastas, and salads.

• Lincoln Creamery

  phone: +1 401-724-1050
  address: 276 Front St
  Large variety of ice cream flavors and toppings.

• Pizza Inn at School Street Cafe

  phone: +1 401-333-9880
  address: 48 School St
  Casual family restaurant serving pizzas and appetizers.

• Trattoria Romana

  phone: +1 401-333-6700
  address: 3 Wake Robin Rd
  Experience an authentic Italian Trattoria. Specialty dishes from Italy in a relaxed, fine dining atmosphere. Reserve banquet/private dining rooms that can accommodate parties of 40, 60 and 80 people. Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Take-out. Catering is available through the gourmet deli, Trattoria Express.

• Weiner Genie

  phone: +1 401-726-6641
  address: 80 Higginson Ave
  Hot weiners.

• Enn Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar

  phone: +1 401 333-0366
  address: 600 George Washington Hwy
  A popular sushi option in Northern Rhode Island. The restaurant is more pricey than others but it has a full bar, and sparkling sake, possibly the only place in Rhode Island that has it. Worth a go if you don’t want to go to Providence for some sushi and other Japanese cuisine.

• Fred & Steve’s Steakhouse

  phone: +1 401 745-8400
  address: 100 Twin River Rd
  Located at the Twin River casino, Fred & Steve’s Steakhouse is somewhat upscale given its location and is preferable to the other restaurants at Twin River. Praised for good food and good service.

• Birch Tree Pub

  phone: +1 401-725-5155
  address: 1526 Louisquisset Pike
  Local bar serving greatly priced drinks.

• The Lodge Pub & Eatery

  phone: +1 401-725-8510
  address: 40 Breakneck Hill Rd
  Casual family dining restaurant set in a fun, comfortable rustic atmosphere. Serves lunch and dinner. Salad bar and cocktail bar. Takeout available.

• Overtime Bar & Grille

  phone: +1 401 725-3640
  address: 200 Front St
  A friendly bar for a relaxed evening. Features a large ping pong table and many large flat screens.

• Antonio’s Café

  phone: +1 401 724-6007
  address: 791 Smithfield Ave
  A Portuguese bar and restaurant with good Rhode Island food. On Thursdays the Café has karaoke night which is a favorite of local regulars.

• Wicked Good

  address: 100 Twin River Rd
  True to its name, this sports bar is campy. Located in the Twin River Casino, it can be a good stop for some food and drinks at the slots.

• Courtyard Marriott: Providence Lincoln

  phone: +1 401-333-3400
  address: 636 George Washington Highway