Providence/Federal Hill

By car:

• From the south: Take Route 95 North to Exit 21, take a left on Broadway and you are right in the heart of Federal Hill
• From the north: Take Route 95 South to Exit 22 for Atwells Ave, then take a right

• Royal Gallery

  address: 298 Atwells Ave
  Royal Gallery is one of several fine art galleries in Federal Hill. Along with a wide variety of fine artwork to look at, you can visit poetry readings, book signings, art auctions and different seasonal promotions.

• RI Market Tours with Cindy SalvatoPerhaps the best thing you can do to really experience Federal Hill. A three-hour walking tour of The Hill led by Chef Cindy Salvato, visiting various restaurants and shops to sample diverse food and drink, meet chefs and vintners, learn history of the different places and even get tips on how to use everything you try in your own cooking.

• Columbus Theatre

  address: 270 Broadway
  One of New England's oldest and most beautiful venues. It offers plays and productions for everyone, providing the "show" half of a fine "dinner and a show" evening.

• RI International Film Festival

  phone: +1 401-861-4445
  address: 268 Broadway
  Independent filmmakers from far and wide flock to Federal Hill for the RI International Film Festival every August. The Festival has quickly become one of the most popular of its kind, voted in the Top 12 Film Festivals in the United States.

• Federal Hill Tattoo

  phone: +1 401 861-1338
  address: 148 Atwells Ave
  One of the most popular area tattoo parlors, Federal Hill Tattoo offers classically trained artists specializing in custom large scale traditional American and Japanese style tattooing.

• Atwells Tanning

  phone: +1 401 454-1949
  address: 123 Atwells Ave
  A great place to get that year-round summer look: waxing & facials, UV teeth whitening, airbrush tanning VHR, beds, booths and all kinds of tanning products to avoid the winter.

• Rosebud Salon

  phone: +1 401 272-4676
  address: 90 Spruce Street
  Both new customers and old, women and men, are welcome to be treated with the finest hair and skin care products such as AVEDA and Yon-Ka. Rosebud is also a certified Great Lengths Hair Extension salon for ten years and counting.

• Professional School of Bartending

  phone: +1 401 831-6446
  address: 108 Spruce St
  Just where you'd like to enlist to land a job and any of the restaurants and bars in Federal Hill. They offer day, evening and Saturday classes and boast unlimited job placement assistance. You can even sit in and watch a class for free to see if it's for you.

• Nara Lounge

  address: 248 Atwells Avenue
  An upscale Hookah Lounge This Middle Eastern style lounge has a variety of both Middle Eastern and American drinks, food and dessert This lounge is decorated in earthy colors, with dim lights and low Middle Eastern music to create a relaxing atmosphere. Nara also serves 15 flavors of Hookah to choose from, along with entertainment Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings. Must be over 18 years or older to smoke Hookah and 21 or older to drink. Sunday-Thursday hours are: 4:00pm -1:00am, Saturday and Sunday from 4:00pm-2:00am.

• Area 4zero1

  phone: +1 401 383-8509
  address: 102 Dean Street
  A store with the latest fashion in the U.S., featuring Diesel, Prps, Earnest Swen, True Religion, LRG, Melting Pot, and more.

• Diva's Palace

  phone: +1 401 831-0148
  address: 299 Atwells Ave
  A clothing for women hosting a wide array of beauty products, hair products, jewelry and ladies' apparel as well.

• Garbolino Inc

  phone: +1 401 273-0080
  address: 254 Atwells Ave
  Designer womens boutique, premium denim, one of a kind accessories and sophisticated clothing. Paige Premium Denim, Joe's Jeans, Ella Moss, Splendid, Custo Barcelona and more.

• Westside Eyewear

  phone: +1 401 273-1483
  address: 328 Atwells Ave
  One of the largest eyewear collections in RI, Westside Eyewear brings high-style and high-tech together for a new experience with same old glasses.

• Classic Watch Company

  phone: +1 401 273-2323
  address: 1080 Atwells Ave
  They can repair all types of watches, and have a wide variety of antique clocks and watches for sale.

• Federal Hill Florist

  phone: +1 401 421-3430
  address: 154 Atwells Avenue
  Federal Hill Florist provides flower and gift delivery to the Providence, RI area or you can pick them up yourself. They offer a large variety of fresh flowers and gifts, and you can order online 24 hours a day.

• Gasparro's Wine

  phone: +1 401 421-4170
  address: 361 Atwells Avenue
  Gasbarro's has an extensive line of wines from California and Italy waiting for you, and four generations of the area's favorite customer service to help you decide what to buy.

• Blue Grotto (Grotto Azzura)

  address: 210 Atwells Av
  Also an upscale restaurant where reservations are required.The atmosphere is romantic, with live music, fireplace, and ok for families/children. The attire is casual though there is a small dancing area. They serve Italian and seafood. Pricing is moderate to expensive.

• Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Restaurant

  address: 120 Atwells Av
  "Elegant Dining" with a taste of Italy. All meals cooked to order. It has a very old school Italian feel. Reservations and valet parking are available. Voted Best Restaurant RI Monthly and by Food & Beverage Magazine.

• Mediterraneo Restaurant

  address: 134 Atwells Av
  Creative, traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine with a distinct Mediterranean flair. Award winning design with a lively European ambiance, alfresco sidewalk dining (weather permitting) and an authentic Italian antipasto bar. Slightly expensive pricing, not always worth it. Some of the food tastes a bit average but still feels expensive because of the atmosphere.

• Cassarino's

  address: 177 Atwells Ave
  Cassarino's Ristorante serves authentic Italian Cuisine. Voted "Best Italian Restaurant in Providence" by Rhode Island Monthly. Meals $7-$16.

• Angelo's Civita Farnese

  address: 141 Atwells Ave
  Angelo's serves award-winning home-style Italian food. Meals $6-$15

• Jessie's Dessert Bar

  address: 230 Atwells Avenue
  Jessie's Dessert Bar is an old-fashioned ice cream bar and dessert bar that serves gourmet desserts, coffee, gelato, and ice cream. Also open for breakfast Su-M.

• Pastiche

  phone: +1 401 861-5190
  address: 92 Spruce St
  An intimate European style cafe serving sophisticated fine desserts, easily some of the best desserts in the city. Downside, it can be very packed and the space is very tiny, so grabbing something to go may be a smarter option.

• Caserta Pizzeria

  phone: +1 401 621-3618 or +1 401 621-9190
  address: 121 Spruce St
  Good family restaurant. Originator of the Wimpy Skippy. Enjoy traditional style pizza in a casual atmosphere. Voted best pizza and spinach pie by R.I. Monthly Magazine.

• Julian's

  address: 318 Broadway
  Famous for their brunch, dinner and drinks as much as the artsy wait staff. Julian's is a haven for the alternative/hipster scene with exotic and original foods, vegetarian and vegan specialties, rare beers and eclectic local art. The decor of Julian's is floor to ceiling contemporary art, featuring: sculpture, mixed media, paintings, prints and kitsch collectibles. Just about every inch of the dining room and bar is hipster chic modified. Julian's hosts special events like their Beer Dinners, where patrons pay a fixed fee for a meal, a special brew and some live music. Julian's also offers homemade catsup, hot sauce, granola and tote bags. A must-visit spot for an adventurous eater and an art appreciator.

• Nick's On Broadway

  address: 500 Broadway
  A culinary masterpiece. The fact that it's only open 5 days a week for dinner makes it that much harder to get into. The food is all local, and boastful of the fact. Make reservations and expect to wait for your table even if you are on time. Entrees $20-34

• Broadway Bistro

  address: 205 Broadway
  Reservations only accepted for parties of 6 or more. A small upscale eatery in the heart of the Armory. Broadway Bistro is a small and intimate space with local artwork adorning every available square inch. The small and evolving menu reflects the atmosphere. Rich flavors with simple presentation and excellent ingredients. Entrees range from $8-20 with tapas style appetizers $6 and up.
• Nara's Lounge Providence - Nara's is the upscale Hookah Lounge located on Federal Hill. This Middle Eastern style lounge has a variety of both Middle Eastern and American drinks, food and dessert. This lounge is decorated in earthy colors, with dim lights and low Middle Eastern music to create a relaxing atmosphere. Nara also serves 15 flavors of Hookah to choose from, along with entertainment Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings. Must be over 18 years or older to smoke Hookah and 21 or older to drink. Sunday-Thursday hours are: 4:00pm -1:00am, Saturday and Sunday from 4:00pm-2:00am.

• Bombay Club

  phone: +1 401 275-6363
  address: 145 Dean St.
  Providence's best North Indian home cooking invites you to the Bombay Club. It's been in Federal Hill for 10 years and has spacious seating, a full bar, a casual atmosphere and you are welcome to make reservations or just walk in. Most entrees cost between $10 and $15. Not wheelchair accessible.

• Caserta's Pizzeria

  phone: +1 401 621-3619
  address: 121 Spruce St.
  Caserta's provides some of the best value and quality on pizza in the area - a medium is what usually would be a large, and toppings blanket each pie. There is rarely too long a wait, and there is a very family-friendly casual atmosphere - everyone young and old is invited.

• Chef Ho's Chinese Restaurant

  phone: +1 401 831-0777
  address: 243 Atwells Ave.
  Offers dine-in, take out, cocktails and limited delivery service ($10 minimum purchase and $1 delivery fee). The staff is very friendly and well-liked in the area, as is their homemade Chinese cooking.

• KhooKitchen

  address: 605 charles st providence RI
  Khoo Kitchen is a well known authentic Chinese restaurant that delivers to many customers located in the providence areas. With over 10+ years of cooking experience, Yen Khoo looks to serve you with the highest quality of Chinese cuisine. Students And Senior Citizens can also receive a discount off the entire purchase.

• Mediterraneo

  phone: +1 401 331-7760
  address: 134 Atwells Ave.
  Offers a full and exquisite Mediterranean menu, and the upper level transforms to a very exclusive discoteca-style nightclub on weekends. Meditrraneo is also is a perfect place to spot celebrities who frequent The Hill. The website has visits by Alec Baldwin, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani, Cameron Diaz, Matt Dillon, Steven Tyler and many more. Of course, you don't have to be famous to enjoy their excellent food and friendly service.

• Pastiche Fine Desserts Cafe

  phone: +1 401 861-5190
  address: 92 Spruce St.
  Located just around the corner from the cobblestone plaza in Federal Hill, Pastiche offers fine gourmet desserts in a sophisticated European atmosphere. It is a customer favorite, pleasing both newcomers and regulars year after year - the comments page of their website has an endless list of rave reviews and recommendations.

• Providence Oyster Bar

  phone: +1 401 272-8866
  address: 283 Atwells Ave.
  Proper dress and no children allowed, the Oyster bar provides a shuttle to the Trinity Repertory Company and Providence Performing Arts Center, making it a hot destination for people attending events at those places.

• Tina's Jamaican Caribbean Restaurant

  phone: +1 401 490-4625
  address: 223 Atwells Ave.
  Tina's offers Jamaican food cooked by authentic Jamaican chefs, and "food so great...you'll scrape your plate!" Tina's cuisine truly is authentic Jamaican as well, their ingredients are imported from Jamaica. Tina's also offers catering and party hosting on site. There also are Wednesday specials where everything on the menu costing only $9.

• Zooma Bar/Ristorante

  phone: +1 401 383-2002
  address: 245 Atwells Ave.
  Zooma offers a high-energy, Cosmopolitan-type surrounding and uses local ingredients for its award-winning dishes. They cook mainly southern Italian food and the drinks are highly regarded by patrons. The service is friendly and prompt without overdoing either, and the lunch menu is very affordable.

• Pane e Vino Ristorante

  address: 365 Atwells Avenue
  Italian ristorante and enoteca (wine bar) located on Historic Federal Hill, Providence, Rhode Island. It is where friends, family, and businessmen alike come to enjoy a relaxing and rustic Mediterranean environment, filled with the aura and sensation of the finest Neapolitan style Italian cuisine and wine. Pane e Vino celebrates the simple and basic things in life, without forgetting about the superior ways to enjoy them.

• Nick's On BroadwayGreat breakfast spot. The focus of this restaurant is on modern, organic cuisine and offers a variety of options throughout the day.

• Julian's Restaurant

  address: 318 Broadway
  This hip spot is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This place is vegetarian and vegan friendly offering a great selection of options. They also focus on serving organic product and even make their own ketchup.

• Providence PrimeThis is a contemporary, upscale steakhouse offering only the finest meets.

• Sicilia'sAn Italian specialty serving, pizza, calzones, salads, and subs. Dine in, take out, and delevery offered.

• SienaSiena offers upscale Mediteranian cuisine in a luxurious atmosphere.

• VendaVenda has been in business for over 70 years. It is the most well known restaurant on "The Hill" and is famous for their homemade pastas.

• Walter's RestaurantWalter's has reinvented Italian cuisine bringing a creative modern flare to the dishes that will surely please.

• Andino's1940s retro inspired this restaurant will transport you back in time while serving you classic Italian cuisine.

• Camille'sCamille's specializes in private functions and is a great place for a business get together or family party.

• Cassarino'sSpecializes in authentic, quality Italian cuisine in an upscale environment.

• Constantino'sAnother veteran on Federal Hill, Constantino's has been serving up authentic Italian cuisine for over thirty years.

• Camille'sBar open and drinks served until midnight M-Sa

• MediterraneoBar open and drinks served until midnight M-Sa

• Providence Oyster BarBar open and drinks served until midnight M-Sa

• Providence PrimeBar open and drinks served until 1AM M-Th, 2AM Friday and Saturday.

• Two Forty TwoBar open and drinks served until 1AM M-Th, 2AM Friday and Saturday.

• Hotel Dolce Villa

  phone: +1 401 383-7031
  address: 63 DePasquale
  The only boutique hotel on the Providence Skyline. Rooms are spacious and clean, though the all-white atmosphere may take a little getting used to. However, the rooms are comfortable - each is equipped with memory-foam beds, kitchens, and whirlpool tubs. At the rear of the hotel is Smoke, a tobacco and liquor bar.

• Renaissance Providence

  address: 5 Avenue of the Arts
  The Renaissance Providence a visitor favorite, it's one of the highest visitor-ranked places to stay in the area. The service is friendly and quick and very accommodating. The building is an old Masonic temple, which provides beautiful structure and an interesting history for anyone's stay.