Searching for bliss in Providence

[lbuchanan]

My husband and I spent a weekend in Portland recently and finally had a chance to try Fore Street--it was one of the best meals ever. In a couple of weeks we'll be in Providence, and while we don't expect to find anything quite so amazing as Fore Street (no offence, Providence--we live in Boston and nothing here is its match either) we'd love to come as close as possible. Where? Where?

[frobb]

It's not new, but Al Forno is actually quite similar to Fore Street.

[Elvis355]

By the way...we've had great dining experiences in Boston at Mistral and at Toro. Maybe not the same cuisine as Fore Street, but both REALLY good.

[Elvis355]

Fore Street really IS great. In the old days, I would've suggested Mills Tavern in Providence. We've had some amazing meals there. But it's hit-or-miss these days, too. I'd have to go with Gracie's, as well.

[jmac42]

I would second Gracies...my wife and I are big fans. Cav is also very good, but we haven't been in a while.

[tabasc]

Gracie's. http://graciesprov.com/ Gracie's is so much better then any of the other places previously mentioned. Get the fois gras and the gnocci. Yum. Or splurge and get the tasting menu paired with wine. Go on a Sunday if you can - you will get amazing service because you will be the only one there. You can sit in the bar and have the handsome knowledgeable bartender wait on you.

[admiralackbar]

The only places I would say are possibly comparable are New Rivers and Chez Pascal. New Rivers prides itself in working with farmers and sustainable products, which is always nice.

[asegidoc]

bacaro,new restaurant from the former chef at al fornos ,brian kingsford

[JaneRI]

Reviews on Bacaro are very VERY mixed - I would not recommend it for "bliss". I'd have to also go w/Chez Pascal or La Laiterie.

[celeriac]

Chez Pascal. http://www.chez-pascal.com/

Alternatively, La Laiterie or New Rivers. But for bliss? Chez Pascal.

[Sean]

As always, I highly recommend Chez Pascal...