644323 Thu Aug 13 06:22:25 -0700 2009 4 13 New England 0 4942586 Hello, My wife and a few friends will be staying Providence in September for a Waterfire night. We were wondering where we should eat. We are staying at the Renaissance. We would prefer walking distance to the hotel and Waterfire. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thu Aug 13 06:22:25 -0700 2009 17861 ScoobieSnack 1 4942684 What kind of food do you like or dislike? What's your budget? Thu Aug 13 06:55:55 -0700 2009 4942586 279622 Gin n Tonic 2 4943060 We are open to really all types, we do have a copuple veg heads in the group. Our budget is pretty open as well. We don't want to break the bank, but also don't want the 10 dollar meal at TGIF's. Thu Aug 13 08:37:49 -0700 2009 4942684 17861 ScoobieSnack 1 4943248 A friend and I went to Warterfire last year, and had an amazing meal at Citron. I'm not sure how highly acclaimed this restaurant is in general, but the wild boar bolognese over pepardelle was amazing. I still think about it often. Thu Aug 13 09:18:24 -0700 2009 4942586 130669 anais_in_waiting 2 4943305 Actually, the Chow Fun Food Group recently closed Citron and replaced it with Luxe Burger Bar. As far as downtown Providence, I would recommend New Rivers and Gracie's. Gracie's is a bit pricey, but really worth it. New Rivers is closer to the river, but neither are right on it. You might want to check on reservations. I know it's nearly impossible to get reservations for any of the restaurants on a WaterFire night. Local121 and Bacaro are also quite enjoyable and downtown. I would check out their menus and see if any sound appealing to you. Most of the nicer restaurants in Providence have vegetarian options. One last mention would be Cafe Nuovo. We haven't had a chance to go yet, but I've heard rave reviews of the place and it is right over the river. Enjoy! Thu Aug 13 09:36:08 -0700 2009 4943248 289208 sophiecat