VDay Edition: Favorite Food Spots in Providence

There wasn't a super bowl game last night, and I didn't stay up too late…

Happy Valentine's Day! I feel it's fitting to focus on food for this week's issue. So, for that topic, I'm going to focus on my favorite spots to eat in Providence, Rhode Island:

Why Providence is for foodies:

Home to Johnson and Wales University, one of the top culinary schools in the country
Close to the sea - Access to fresh aquatic life
Unique cultural influences - Portugal, Cape Verde, etc.

Favorite Restaurants

Los Andes - Peruvian/Bolivian restaurant with great food, service, and ambiance.
Al Forno - Classy Italian restaurant that claims to have invented grilled pizza
Andino's - Elegant Italian restaurant with a 50's flare

Favorite Sweets

Aleppo Sweets - Delicious Syrian bakery. Get the baklava.
Newport Creamery - Popular Rhode Island ice cream chain. Famous for the "Awful Awful" milkshake.
PVDonuts or Kneads Donuts - Popular doughnut shops. Each local has their personal favorite, so go to both and decide for yourself.

Favorite Bars

Courtland Club - Extremely low-key but my favorite bar in PVD 🙌. A unique spin on classic cocktails, skilled DJ's, and knowledgeable staff.
Ogie's Trailer Park - Retro mid-century bar. Great drink choices and affordable cocktails.
Troop - Hip-Hop bar with impromptu dance battles. You will "Get Served," so just watch on the sidelines.

Where do you recommend eating in Providence?