Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Rhode Island

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Rhode Island? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Aurelia at Castle Hill

4.9

4.9 (2701)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Newport

About the restaurant

Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, Aurelia is the next evolution in Castle Hill’s culinary journey – one that has been lauded as one of the best dining experiences in New England. Nestled on forty magical acres, the property has been the backdrop of memorable occasions for more than a century.

The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux restaurant, known in its original incarnation as The Dining Room at Castle Hill, offers a six-course prix fixe menu with imaginative dishes utilizing the local bounty of produce, seafood, and artisanal producers.

Aurelia’s dining rooms overlook Narragansett Bay in all its raw beauty. As the bay’s seascape and surrounding landscape change subtly with the seasons, so does Aurelia’s menu, culminating in a truly memorable experience.

Top review

Kevin

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Just an amazing evening. Excellent service. Great food and wine pairings. A truly magical evening. Thanks again!!

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Sweet Marie's Tea

4.9

4.9 (253)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

North Kingstown

About the restaurant

Join us for afternoon tea at Sweet Marie’s in historic Wickford Village! Nestled behind Main St is our cozy cottage where tea is served Thursday through Sunday at 12pm and 2pm. Our prix fixe menu includes bottomless tea, four sandwiches, three petit fours, and two scones. Celebrate with friends and family over a cup of tea and perhaps a mocktail, cocktail, or a glass of bubbles!

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Julie

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Our high tea service was wonderful! Lindsay, the owner, and her team were so attentive and kind! The food was delicious and the tea itself was steeped to perfection.

Dolce & Salato

4.9

4.9 (20)

$30 and under

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

Dolce & Salato is more than just a restaurant; it’s our home. Our kitchen is our heart, where time-honored recipes blend seamlessly with fresh, local ingredients.

Every dish is a testament to our heritage, prepared with the same passion and dedication that has been passed down through our family.

Come experience the warmth of our hospitality as we invite you to savor the flavors of Italy in every bite.

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HollieVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Armando was amazing from the moment we walked in. He is personable and gives great recommendations on both wine and main meals for us! He was interactive with our teens and gave them options in desserts and espresso drinks. Can’t wait to go back, my son is dying to try the Armando experience!

Igloos at The Coast Guard House

4.9

4.9 (33)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Narragansett

About the restaurant

Dine in one of our custom designed Igloos By the Sea at The Coast Guard House. There is an igloo rental fee for $100 for three hours. Each igloo is outfitted with a Bluetooth speaker, fireplace and heater. However, we do recommend dressing warmly and/or in layers. Our full menu is available for your enjoyment. We can not guarantee any specific igloo. Igloo reservations can be cancelled in inclement weather. There is a credit hold for $20 per person to complete your reservation. Your card will only be charged if you cancel a week or less or do not honor your reservation.

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Richard

Dined 5 days ago

Great for a private dining experience. The igloo was beautifully decorated. Our waiter Matt was very attentive. If you want a cozy private afternoon or evening dining event for a small group, this is the place to have it.

Divine Italian Home Cooking

4.9

4.9 (145)

$30 and under

Italian

Warwick

About the restaurant

In the mood for pasta? Enjoy authentic Italian home cooking, pizza and specialties including chicken and veal parmigiana, grilled fish, chicken and steaks.

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Lisa

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely local restaurant. Great staff, great food and atmosphere.

Ella's Food and Drink

4.9

4.9 (1901)

$30 and under

French American

Westerly

About the restaurant

Ella's Food and Drink is a French-New American Casual Fine Dining establishment with an emphasis on serving delicious house made food that you want to eat right now! We feature Local, Fresh and Seasonal Produce, Fish and Humanely Raised Meats. Our Approach is simple...let the very best product speak for itself. ELLA'S team of hospitality professionals looks forward to your visit, so join us in one of our many venues suited for your dining enjoyment.
Reservations accepted in dining room only, lounge & terrace is first come, first served. Thank you.
Enjoy Life......Eat Good Food!

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TedVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Not sure how they do it but every time we dine at Ella’s it seems better than the last time! Appetizers, entrees, desserts and service all perfect.

Gracie's

4.9

4.9 (4284)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Providence

About the restaurant

Gracie’s is committed to providing an unforgettable dining experience. Great lengths are taken to ensure each dish highlights local seasonal ingredients. Our team works closely with local farmers, fishermen, brewers, winemakers, and distillers to bring you the freshest ingredients available. Gracie’s team is trained to accommodate food allergies and a wide range of dietary restrictions.

We are conveniently located in downtown Providence’s theater district (across from Trinity Rep and a short walk from PPAC). We are also close to the Dunkin Donuts Center, the RI Convention Center, Brown University, RISD, Johnson and Wales University, and Providence College.

We believe in full transparency; a 22% service fee (Teamshare) is added to each check to compensate our team of trained professionals with a consistent and reliable salary. Additional gratuity is optional and will be dispersed to the Hospitality Team.

Thank you for choosing Gracie’s and supporting our passion.

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JohnVIP

Dined 2 days ago

A tremendous holiday meal! Festive, creative, artful - absloutely first-rate!

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ESTIATORIO FILI

4.9

4.9 (69)

$31 to $50

Greek

East Providence

About the restaurant

Estiatorio Fili draws its culinary inspiration from cherished family recipes rooted in their northern Greek home. Each dish reflects the rich traditions and flavors passed down through generations, bringing a taste of Greece to your table. Paired alongside our carefully selected all Greek wine list and expertly crafted cocktails using Greek spirits, your dining experience at Estiatorio Fili is sure to be authentic and memorable.

Located in beautiful Wayland Square, on the East side of Providence, Rhode Island. Walking distance to RISDI, Brown University an India Point Park.

Full menu is also available for dining at our bar. Seating at bar is on a first come first serve basis.

For event inquires, special requests or adjustments to existing reservations, please send us an email at: sega11@verizon.net

Top review

Carissa

Dined 1 day ago

Food and service on point! Highly recommend the lamb shank.

Rasoi Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (436)

$30 and under

Indian

Providence

About the restaurant

Rasoi opened in 2006 and quickly established itself as a neighborhood family restaurant serving regional cuisines of India.
Our menu embodies a unique blend of ethnic and progressive dishes with vegetarian at its heart but also offering meat, poultry and seafood dishes, mostly designed for sharing.

At Rasoi our philosophy is simple. We aim to convey our passion for regional Indian cuisine, through a quest for perfect ingredients and techniques.

Top review

Ken

Dined 3 days ago

The vegetable pakora appetizer was flavorful and the dinner size portions of Jackfruit and Paneer Biryani were generous size and delcious.

The Lawn Terrace at Castle Hill

4.9

4.9 (3266)

$31 to $50

American

Newport

About the restaurant

Lunch and dinner are served daily in the restaurant, as well as at the Terrace Bar. By booking online, you have the option to reserve an indoor or an outdoor table. We accept reservations of up to 12 guests 30 days in advance. Private events and overnight guests of the hotel can book further as well.

Top review

RitaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Four of us had lobster, 3 as protein for salads, 1 a lobster roll. We were all very happy with the quality of the food. Our server, Nicole L, was extremely helpful.

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