Gracie’s

The most superior dining in Providence. It’s seriously on another level in all aspects. My favorite food option is the gnocchi. Get it no matter what. Awesome drinks too. My wife and I had our wedding ceremony here in the private event room downstairs and we will remember it always. Great staff and service. Oh man and the fresh bread selection during dinner is fantastic.

This is what happens when a chef gets stellar reviews for years. The props go to their head. This restaurant was 20% full. We ordered the 7 course tasting menu with wine pairings. After course 3 we realized the wheels had come off the train. Two hours in we had 3 horrid white wines and a tapas tasting that left a load to be desired. We asked what was going on. We were told our server does not come to the table. So for two hours we had a bread server and a busboy who were wonderful but knew they were in the grease.
Once I called time out a maitre D’ who was working hard to charm all of the fellas at the restaurant came over and asked what was wrong. I told him and he said the meal was free. I told him I did not want my meal for free because that lets them off the hook. I left $ 300 in cash and told him he should be ashamed.

I really enjoyed Gracie’s, unfortunately we decided against the 7 or 9 course menu because it was a chefs preference and we weren’t feeling that adventurous. I ended up doing the 3 course a’la cart menu with wine pairing and thought the meal was great. I have to recommend the gnocchi! Wow, not a normal choice for us but they were phenomenal. Cute place with a nice atmosphere.

Having dined at Gracie’s multiple times, I find it unfortunate to have to write a negative review after my experience there last night.
Over the past few months we’ve enjoyed going to Gracie’s, always very late in the evening, for dinner and drinks. We’ve never been carded in the past. Last night my girlfriend was refused a cocktail because she didn’t have her ID. Strange, because we had never been carded before, but not the end of the world. I asked the manager if it was really necessary for her to go back home, pick up an id, and return. He said that it would be necessary. I waited at the table and ordered a bottle of wine while she went around the corner to get her id. The bottle of wine never came and when my girlfriend returned twenty minutes later the waitress suggested that she «wasn’t sure what was going to happen» which is why she never brought the wine.
The rest of the meal was fine — ribeye was on the fattier end, but the duck was good. Chocolate cake was no good, but crème brûlée is great.
Gracie’s is a reasonably priced restaurant with better than average food. It’s a shame that our evening was interrupted by being carded at age thirty.

Gracie’s provided off-​site catering for our wedding and they were beyond exceptional every step of the way. The catering service is no different from the dining experience: the food is mouth-​wateringly delicious and the service is personalized and professional.
We are true foodies and we knew that our wedding could be no exception. Everything was prepared to perfection: from the chef’s homemade sausages, to the seasonal veggies (fiddlehead ferns, English peas, ramps and maitake mushrooms), to the main courses. Dinner was served «family style» and the portions were perfect. Our vegetarian and vegan guests had special plated meals that they raved about. Comments from our guests included: «I ate the beef with my eyes closed because it was that good!» and «the fish just melted in my mouth!» and «I almost didn’t want to eat the salad because it was so pretty.» The Gracie’s team was able to create a dynamic menu that highlighted seasonal foods, without being too heavy. Additionally, Gracie’s pastry chef created a gorgeous dessert display for us filled with a variety of bite-​sized treats including cake bites, French macaroons, mini s’mores, jam-​filled donut holes, and much more.
Gracie’s provides an event coordinator extraordinaire, Kendal Fitzsimmons. Kendal managed all the rentals leading up to and the day of the wedding. Day-​of Kendal problem solved a would-​be disaster without alerting my husband or myself so we could remain stress free on our wedding day. Kendal and her assistant, Andrea, helped coordinate our rehearsal and day-​of ceremony logistics. The entire Gracie’s staff were attentive, friendly, and highly professional. Multiple guests commented positively about the quality of service they received. Our wedding was beyond anything we could have imagined thanks to Gracie’s.

This was by far one of the best restaurants ever. The food is creative, delicious and wonderfully portioned. We did the prixe fixed 3-​course meal with wine! It was incredible. The server Jessie was so on top of everything. She was kind, attentive and highly knowledgeable on food, wine and many other things about the restaurant and Rhode Island. They restaurant went out of their way to celebrate our anniversary! We will be back!

Hands down this is my favorite restaurant. I’ve had my birthday dinner here the past two years and they’ve made it really special. We’ve had the same section by the window. A decorated table with a sweet birthday card. A champagne toast. A cute candle in my crème brûlée. And they gave me a bouquet at the end. I’ve also dined here on other occasions that were wonderful. Gracie’s has ruined food for me. There is nothing better. I have a hard time paying for a meal anywhere else!!! The cocktails are amazing and the food is to die for. Not to mention the staff. Wow. Dining here is truly an experience! See you again soon!

So delicious! Why oh why did I take so long to discover you, Gracie’s? Oh. You’re a little on the pricey side & always completely booked during restaurant week. I now understand why: I had a flawless meal. Small-​ish portions (except the entrée) that just lead to a happy full stomach. I love all the little amuse-​Bouche in between courses to cleanse the palate: one was a spoonful of this absolutely AMAZINGLY taste of Apple sorbet. Heavenly & so refreshing!
It shows that the chef is thinking about the meal as a whole w/​Individual parts as the chapters of a play with delicious intermissions. Well played, chef! I wanted to give you a standing ovation at the end but I was too darn full & sleep-​happy.
What we had:
— honey beer bread. Also found at Ellie’s bakery. So good! So sweet! I want more… Would make a perfect French toast
— octopus: OMG, so tender! How is it possible? It was thick & meaty w/​taste of the grill. Not fishy, not chewy, not tasteless. The BEST octopus I’ve ever had (I’ve had quite a bit for comparison & it is HARD to cook it to not be chewy!) I was immed impressed.
— gnocchi: so flavorful & the gnocchi was NOT mushy! Amazing. So hard to have good gnocchi bc I cannot handle the way most places make gnocchi: mushy flavorless dough balls that are slightly slimy bc they are soggy. Gracie’s gnocchi= flawless. Also the best Gnocchi I’ve had
— eating partner got the steak w/(quail?) egg & fried polenta cubes. It was so good. Cooked perfectly Med rare just like we wanted.
— duck for me. Also AMAZING. Juicy, not fatty or greasy at all! I have yet to find a flaw to this menu
— chefs choice dessert menu. Man… Tiny portions but I left full w/​my mouth SO entertained by all the flavor umami that it experienced.
Everything was flawless. Even the wine suggestion from the waitress. I guess the only thing I would wish for is if the chef’s choice 5 course tasting was more affordable. Everyone at the table has to do it, can’t be single person bc of the way the portions are served– I understand that, but that gets mighty pricey at $ 85 per person… I think not including alcohol.
Would LOVE to try it though bc I have complete faith in the chef that it would be an amazing taste experience. But I gotta save up some $$ first!!! My stomach is far too expensive right now.
I will be back Gracie’s I’m impressed & addicted. I think you are better than Birch. Same price range, better portions, better space, better food. You win as my favorite in RI!

All I have to say is it is so worth the money! You’re gonna spend a little extra money but you will not regret it! An amazing experience! Providence restaurants are some of the best but Gracie’s is truly the best in providence and the best in Rhode Island! Wonderful food paired with outstanding wine and surrounded by an outstanding atmosphere! Go here and you will not regret it! Amazing!

It’s a shame that service can ruin a fantastic meal, but this was the case dining last evening at Gracie’s, party of 4, all of which have dined here a minimum of 5 times.
We were promptly greeted and sat and our first server in the team took our drink orders within minutes. Great! As someone who has recently been alcohol free, I was excited to try one of their non-​alcoholic signature drinks (vs. my usual sparkling water w lime). I ordered the White after Labor day.
Minutes later, our regular (?) server, arrived and told us about the drink specials and if we would like to order a round– we told her that the special sounded very good but someone else (who omitted said special) had already taken our order.
The drinks arrived and a toast was made. Something was off on mine. I asked if my drink was the non alcoholic one, and she immediately replied yes, and walked off. Another sip or 2 and I swore I tasted booze.
The server comes back to the table and confirms my suspicions– the glasses were set incorrectly and our dining guest had my drink and I had hers. Now instead of apologizing, and removing the drinks, the server merely switched glasses between us!
Clearly 2 lessons here– the staff needs to know what drinks don’t contain alcohol before they set the glass down. The restaurant should pour said drinks into «distinct» glasses so this mistake does not occur.
What really made me irate and my fellow diners uncomfortable was the attitude the server had for the rest of the meal. It was if nothing just happened. What if I had allergies? Religious beliefs? Or worse a recovering alcoholic? (none of which I am)
Even when I thanked her for breaking my 3 month duration being drink free, her reaction was less than apologetic. One would think that a manager would have been involved.
So thanks again for the good time.

Went for dinner at Gracie’s for Providence’s Restaurant week and it was amazing. It was some of the best food and best service I have ever received. I totally want to go back someday. It was a night of amazing food and one of the best experiences of my life that I will never forget.
The pre fixed menu was great with a great selection of food items, and everything we ate was unforgettable. It was an experience of food that I myself have never experienced, and as a foodie lover, it was pure perfection. It was well worth the cost. The drink menu both non alcoholic and alcoholic was just amazing, and loved that there was a non alcoholic pairing for the menus.
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INCREDIBLE food and the experience was definitely the most relaxed, exceptional dinner I’ve ever had in Providence. We went for my husband’s birthday with another couple and were greeted with complimentary Champagne at the table. The dinner choices were creative, the bread-​basket was novel and generous and the most exciting part was the tiny «bites» the waiter brought out at between courses. We got to try things we never imagined outside of a tasting kitchen! Great atmosphere, highly recommend! I’ll be back in the fall for MY birthday dinner!

Scrumptious meal. (Great first date) Loved the wine from Jonathan Edwards Winery. Thank you for a special night.

A recent visit was just as good as the last time. A five-​course tasting prix fix was great. Both the vegetarian and omnivore dishes were all very inventive and tasty. Would be five star but for a bit of «grittyness» in the celery root soup, maybe from the mushroom?
All in all, the best place in Providence by far

There is a reason why Gracie’s, year after year, continues to be one of the premier dining establishments in Providence. From an intimate date night dinner, to a private get together with friends, Gracie’s is top notch not only for their food but also for the service and overall incredible dining experience.
One of my favorite parts about the menu at Gracie’s is that they offer a year round 3 course pre-​fixe menu for $ 45 per person and based on the quality of the food here, it’s honestly worth every dollar. Last visit I started with the gnocchi w/​braised rabbit, every bite seemed to just melt in my mouth and was so tasty. The 2^nd course I went brook trout which was cooked perfectly & full of flavor. And for dessert I had to go with my favorite, the vanilla crème brulee, which was delicious and a perfectly sweet ending to the meal. For getting a 3 course meal the portion sizes are perfect and by the end of the meal I was definitely feeling very content. I also love that fact that they bring around fresh bread for you to choose from and little palate cleansers & bites from the kitchen during your meal as well… it’s little extra touches that just add to the meal.
Besides the food itself, the staff here goes above and beyond to make sure you have a truly wonderful experience. The wait staff is very knowledge and extremely friendly, they have bartenders who can make some fantastic cocktails and even the valets, who leave you a couple little cookies in your car to take home with you. I find myself telling people, if you are looking for an amazing meal and special night out, then Gracie’s is the place that certainly will not disappoint. Take the opportunity to experience and enjoy this culinary gem in downtown Providence, you’ll be so happy that you did.

Gracie’s was a fantastic, lengthy dining experience that brought some new taste to my oh-​so-​content belly.
We had an 8pm reservation and were seated about 15 minutes late (as a NYC resident it made me ticked, but thankfully the world does not operate like NYC. Yea Providence vacation!). The menu options looked great, and we stuck with the three-​course prix fix menu.
Started with the potato gnocchi with rabbit: tasty, moist and juicy pulled rabbit, it had the vibe of a corned beef hash but way more classy. Had the duck main — nice large portion of duck that was delicious and tender, with a killer sauce. Sad note — it took an hour for it to come out! It almost made me wonder if they were duck hunting it took so long. We finished with the dessert tasting menu — such a creative range of flavor and texture, from a sweet potato pie to a apple tart to chocolate cheesecake deconstructed. Burnt tea ice cream, woah!
Service, while really slow for courses, was fantastic! He was knowledgable, friendly, engaging, and we bonded quickly over eating and wine. He felt bad for our delay and even comped us our whole alcohol tab! Any restaurant that can admit faults and takes care of their people is rock solid.

Ah-​mazing Gracie’s! We went to Gracie’s for a special date night — one last hurrah before our second child was born. The tasting menu was the best and most relaxing three hours I’ve spent in a long time. Worth every penny we spent on the meal and for the babysitter. We both did the tasting menu paired with drinks. My husband did the wine tasting, and for me, being pregnant, they kindly created mocktails to go with each course that were possibly even better, and certainly more creative than the wine! Needless to say, the food and the service was most excellent. I highly, highly recommend this for dates or special occasions.

Pretty fancy place. A group of us spent our last dinner here on vacation. This place has a pre-​selected 3 course meal for about 45 – 50 bucks. Everything from the décor, ambience, and service is excellent. You can tell they pride themselves in the proper etiquette of dining and customer service. They treated my group very well.
The food:
I ordered the Gnocchi as an appetizer, the duck for the main course, and the crème brûlée for dessert. There was a bunch of fancy descriptions but I’m not going to BS like I know what the stuff was. I am a simple city kid and didn’t grow up with all that fancy food vernacular.
The food though… was AMAZING! Worth every penny. We enjoyed the entire night. I would definitely come back!
Side note: It is not required, but come dressed appropriate (men, collar shirt).

Came to Gracie’s for a company event and was very impressed with the food, service, and entire culinary experience! I had the best steak I’ve had in recent memory, with extremely high quality meat and cooked to perfection. From beginning to end, each course was finely prepared and increasingly delicious. The cheese plate was phenomenal, loved the tasty and fruity amuse bouche, and the dessert sorbet was a wonderful way to end the meal after the steak. Could not recommend it more highly!

One of the best restaurants in Providence! I chose the ala carte menu instead of the set courses or chef tastings because everything looks good! My list of food are:
Soft cooked hen egg with pork belly croutons
Salt water farms mussels
Hudson valley foie gras
Russet potato gnocchi
Pineland Farms ribeye
Crescent farms duck
Definitely a must try. They have great service, and great food. If you have not realize, they have such unique platings!

came here with my boyfriend for date night. It was definitely the BEST (though priciest) restaurant in PVD. Everything about this place is romantic, from the lighting/​furniture to the dainty plates and silver ware. The staff is extremely friendly and knows the menu thoroughly. They also sort of watch when you finish to give just the perfect amount of time to set between each course. That attention to detail definitely makes this experience one of a kind.
We started with their house made bread (the selection is endless and also… bottomless for all those carbaloaders out there). Every dish is perfectly seasoned and prepared. I really liked the palette cleansers between each plate.. The highlight here is definitely their duck. I have never had duck prepared so well before (in not a Peking style). I still drool just thinking about this meal.

Gracie’s came highly recommended as a local source restaurant who have their own garden right in PVD on the roof. We decided to try the 5 course tasting menu with wine pairing.
To start with, I made reservations (on-​line through Open Table) a week in advance and left a note for the staff. The day of our reservation they called to be sure I had all the information I needed. Great customer service from the start. The valet parking is wonderful. We had to wait just a bit for the valet to return, but there is a spot directly in front of the restaurant to wait and he was very personable and professional. He left us a cookie, which I brought home to my Fav.
We were seated immediately at a large table. There was plenty of room to spread out (no bumping elbows) and for lots of plates and glasses. On the way to our table three staff members gave us smiles and an ‘enjoy your meal’! There are so many staff members here! The hostess offered us menus, another came by with water (which they were attentive to all evening), another came by with a large basket of three types of bread and served each of us according to our preference. Someone with the bread basket came around four more times; just to check in.
After all this attention, our waitress came over. We discussed the tasting menu and she took down a list of our food allergies and anything we don’t like to eat (my daughter won’t eat anything with bell peppers). I have a lot of food sensitivities and the Chef did a wonderful job addressing them, for which I am very thankful.
The kitchen sent out amuse bouche. It was beautiful and so tasty. Lots going on in this tasty little morsel! For each course the wine selection arrives a few minutes before the food and the wine steward (or sommelier) gives the wine name, the vineyard, grape and brief notes about the wine. I recommend getting a photo of each bottle. Some of these wines were so amazing I want to add them to my wine cellar but I can’t remember the names! (OK, I don’t have a wine cellar, but I would definitely stock up on a few) We had several wine stewards and they are all enthusiastic about their wines. It was wonderful to talk with them.
We decided on the tasting menu as a bit of an adventure and our first course was steak tartar. I primarily eat a vegetable based diet with meat protein thrown in from time to time so steak tartar was a real surprise for me but I dug right in and WOW, that is one very tasty dish. Beautiful to look at, lots of flavor. I’m so glad that was our first surprise.
There is lots of time to linger over the courses and enjoy the wines. With the conversation flowing, mostly about what we were eating and drinking, it seemed like our next course came right out. In all, our 5 course meal took 2 ½ hours! Each of the courses was something to ooh and ahh about. I enjoyed our pasta course, which was different than my dining companions due to my food limitations. Their pasta included muscles in a tomato and bacon broth that was smokey and everyone raved about. Mine included mushrooms in a buttery sauce that I could have eaten all night! The pastry chef sent out a melon-​grapefruit sorbet between our third and fourth courses to clear the pallet that was very much appreciated, as were the macaroons sent out at the end. Bite size tasty morsels.
Gracie’s is an expensive evening to be sure and a real treat for the senses. Every staff member was delightful, the wines were varied and each one a stand out. (What was that red wine served with our squab?! Italian? With leathery notes. I want more!) We all want to try Gracie’s again. This time from the menu and I will definitely ask for a wine recommendation from their enthusiastic staff.

I had a great dinner at Gracie’s! I planned a surprise birthday dinner for ten and was really looking forward to the evening. The called me the day of to let me know the private dining room downstairs had not been booked so they were happy to move our party there. I really, really, appreciated that. They didn’t have to do that, but they still did! And I mean who doesn’t love the confetti stars on the table when you are celebrating the special occasion. The champagne toast was also a nice touch.
The bread basket was super impressive and delicious. I need to have that pickle bread again! I went with the three course prix fixe $ 45 option. I thought each group had a good selection. I went with the gnocchi, it was a little softer than I would have liked, but overall pretty tasty. My fish was fresh and delicious. They brought out the wrong dessert but quickly rectified it. I got some type of blueberry dessert it was okay, I tried the peanut butter cheesecake and well that thing was delicious. I definitely had ordering remorse.
One of the few things I wasn’t a fan of was the lack of certain options on the wines by the glass list. They didn’t include a sauvignon blanc or a sweeter wine option thats not as sweet as a dessert wine.
Overall I thought it was really good and the ambiance was great. But, was it up there on the best foods I have eaten list? Definitely not. I would give them another try for sure, but with so many other great options in the area it would be a tough choice.

When asked if they get their beets from Schrute Farms, needless to say this reference sourly went way over their heads.
Aside from that mega disappointment, Gracie’s delivered a great meal. I began with the tomato burrata. The mozzarella cheese was definitely made in-​house. Creamiest cheese I’ve ever had. My boyfriend got fresh gnocchi; lightest we’ve ever tried. I selected wheat bread with a beer glaze; one of the meal highlights. So addicting I checked Ellie’s hours while eating it and plan on going tomorrow to purchase.
I chose the bass for dinner but truthfully wish I chose the summer vegetable selection instead. The fish was cooked perfectly but wasn’t paired with veggies I enjoy (chickpea salad). My boyfriend got the duck and said it was amazing.
The dessert was killer and the main reason I’m rating this a 5 star meal. I never order dessert anywhere but chose the prefix menu which came with it. Dessert was prepared with fresh succulent mint ice cream and pockets of dark chocolate paradise. Will definitely get the same bread and dessert upon return. Will definitely try a different entrée. Praise the dessert goddess that crafted that dessert. Uploading food porn to this review to make everyone jelly.
*sour about the fact there is no bread basket. give me more bread.

Truly amazing in every sense. Exceptional service was 5 stars easy. They even had a tool to wipe away the crumbs off your table. Also offers 5 different kinds of bread to start with, and I loved them all. Got the 3 course Prix Fixe for $ 45, which was a steal.
Appetizers:
Sherry Roasted Beef Salad — Easily best appetizer. Sweet & crunchy
Baby Green Salad — Nothing special, but still good. Just like any other salad
Main Entrée:
Rigatoni Campanaro — Very good meat with a slightly spicy sauce. Also has very thick and chewy rigatoni
Crescent Farms Duck — Favorite dish of the night. Very juicy and tender duck with perfect seasonings. A must eat.
Dessert:
Dark Chocolate Cake — the better dessert. Came with mango slices and mango sherbet.
Crème Brulee — Very good in its own way. Caramel has a tiny hint of bitterness but I feel it complements the sweet custard well
Complementary tasters:
Peas in yogurt, elderflower, and potato chips — I’ll never eat peas any other way again. Ridiculously good.
Pineapple Mint Sherbet — If this was actually sold, I’d buy a tub, then eat it all within 10 minutes.
Espresso Flavored Macarons — Pretty good, but then again I’m not a good judge of character for anything coffee flavored.

Gracie’s… So here is the deal this was one of the best meals I have had in Providence!
I have been here twice now and the first time my experience was top notch. The second time I was very excited to bring my mother for a special occasion. The food was wonderful but the service was very slow and at times we felt a little forgotten. However when we did finally receive our food it was just as delicious as the first time.
I recommend Gracie’s for a special date or occasion! Just make sure you have planned to spend a couple hours there!

My entire experience at Gracie’s can probably be summed up with the phrase «gives the appearance of». They seem to have achieved a scientific level of fine cuisine, which, unfortunately, leaves several things lacking.
We went for a special occasion (birthday) with another couple. We were seated by the bathroom and the server station, so… that sucked. The booth was comfy, but the party next to us kept bitching about the lighting and having the staff mess with it.
Ambience: decidedly average
The staff was coordinated but fairly undereducated about the meal. I caught several mistakes in descriptions as we went through the meal and the servers lacked a fundamental understanding of the ingredients. Nothing was delayed and requests were carried out in a timely fashion though not swift.
Service: perfunctory
The food itself was tasty and well put together, but only a few of the five course stood out to me. Granted, it is quite tricky to blow a customer away with each course, but the appetizer was forgettablea and the dessert just didn’t come together properly. The fish course was excellent, as was the pasta. The gnocchi was fluffy and not overcooked. My glass of wine from the reserve selection was also excellent. Overall I was very pleased with the quality and presentation of the dishes. The professionalism and training in the kitchen was very evident even if lacking in the front of the house.
Food: Very good
Overall I was underwhelmed with Gracie’s in relation to my expectations. There is just too much competition in this town for me to choose this for a special occasion again, but on the other hand if you want a certain standard without worrying about having anything go wrong, this is probably your place.

One of the finest meals I have had in a long time. The service was spot on. Always there bye unobtrusive and our main server was a complete pleasure. The 3 course prix fix is a great deal and the food and potions are exceptional. And great little extras. Amuse bouchée. Pallet cleanser after appetizer. And wonderful little macaroons after desserts. They found out our son was graduating and provided a champagne toast and surprise little cookies in our car when the valet delivered. Wow. Food prepared to perfection and wonderful. If I lived here this would be on the regular go to list.

We drove almost two hours there and because of snow, almost three hours home. And was it worth it? Without a doubt!
The versatility of the dinner options are awesome. Order a la carte, order 3 course tasting menu of designated options, or splurge on a 5, 7, or 9 course tasting. We did the 7.
5 courses is a cold app, pasta, fish, meat, dessert. 7 adds in foie gras and dessert. 9 adds in 2 more desserts. Oy vey.
Everything was fabulous. Just be aware that it’s not a «quiet» restaurant. Theres hustle ad bustle, but not in a bad way. We only made a Saturday night reservation a week in advance and could only get a high-​top table, but it wasn’t a problem. People sitting at the bar still got tasting menus.
We were greeted with a happy birthday card on the table and a complimentary glass of cava to toast one another. And the table was sprinkled with confetti. nice touch.
Be sure you have room for bread. They make it all in house. And there’s numerous options. My fav tonight was the red onion sea salt foccacia. Hubs liked the beer bread with maple honey glaze.
The seven courses were incredible. I loved every single one, but the foie gras was delectable and the butter poached lobster with fennel hollandaise was remarkable.
Dessert was good. But here’s what did us in as Gracie’s really has their act together– we got in the car, and there were fresh homemade cookies for us for the drive home. They don’t miss a beat.
We will totally be back. No doubt. Worth every penny.

Gracie’s is still 5 stars in my book because they’re still amazing in every way… and then some. When my husband and I want to linger over a gorgeous meal, celebrating something special or just simply being together, we come to Gracie’s because, in my opinion, it just cannot be matched.
While the ambience and décor are relaxed and comfortable, this is definitely a special place. You’re never rushed through a meal, you’re actually encouraged to linger and enjoy every bite. They’ll even bring out treats from the kitchen to compliment our experience, and take special precaution at the start of each meal to avoid any food allergies or aversions. So thoughtful.
The food is incredible — as beautiful as it is delicious — and always changing according to what’s fresh, in season and local. Chef Matt Vargas is a singular talent, and one to appreciate as much as possible. I’ve had everything from traditional RI littlenecks taken to the next level to his always amazing duck breast (my husband’s favorite) and am alway blown away by the depth and perfection of his flavors, plating and attention to detail. Each plate has a touch of whimsy, be it a splash of color from an in-​season edible bloom or a thoughtful arrangement of braised shallots to enhance a smoked pork dish. Everything works together to create a feast for the senses, and I love it.
… But what really makes Gracie’s shine is the impeccable, thoughtful service. I can’t rave enough about the friendly, gracious and perfectly-​trained staff. Every person know the menu, wine list and drink menu inside and out and can make a recommendation without a second thought. They’re always welcoming, warm and professional, and after coming here regularly for the last 6 years, it still stuns me when they remember small details and, of course, our food allergies. They’re just plain sweet but still incredibly polished, which makes all the difference when you’re spending a nice amount of money on a meal. They know you’re there for a special experience, and they make it so. They really do.
So, with all the amazing places to eat in this city, if you’re searching for a romantic, special, leisurely meal I implore you to book a night at Gracie’s. If it’s just the two of you, request their special table, and thank me later. You’re in for an incredible night.