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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Providence County

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Providence County? 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!

A photo of Gracie's restaurant
4.9
4.9 (4302)
$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.

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

Top review
Cindi
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing service! The food really outstanding and last but not least the servers! Amazing job.
A photo of The Capital Grille - Providence restaurant
4.8
4.8 (4280)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Providence
About the restaurant
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
Top review
Brian
Dined 2 days ago
Staff was amazing and did a wonderful job helping to celebrate my birthday.
A photo of Providence Oyster Bar - Federal Hill restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2324)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Providence
About the restaurant
Located on Historic Federal Hill, Providence Oyster Bar stands out as Rhode Island's premiere Seafood House. Upscale, yet casual, the Providence Oyster Bar welcomes you to be spoiled by the freshest selection of oysters and clams.
Top review
DianeVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Never disappoints. Great food and fun vibe. Sitting at the Oyster bar a treat if you can get it.
A photo of Nami - Providence restaurant
4.8
4.8 (447)
$30 and under
Japanese
Providence
About the restaurant
NAMI offers a contemporary twist on traditional Japanese cuisine set in the backsplash of historic Atwells, serving sushi and kitchen entrees with modern New American influences.

Omakase Dining Experience now available!

Top review
Rob
Dined 4 days ago
Have been there three times the past few weeks. Food is always excellent and the staff is friendly and attentive.
A photo of Trattoria Romana Johnston restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1774)
$30 and under
Italian
Johnston
About the restaurant
Trattoria Romana brings the signature Italian cuisine of Chef Luciano Canova to the Centre at Cherry Hill in Johnston, RI. Guests at Trattoria Romana will enjoy the authentic Italian food that Chef Canova is famous for, served up in a beautifully decorated setting by expertly trained service staff. Offering dinner, lunch, banquets, and a special Sunday breakfast/lunch service.
Top review
NANCYVIP
Dined 4 days ago
We were a party of 4, everyone enjoyed there meal & our server ( Jessica ) was wonderful! We will definitely be back..
A photo of Chelo's - Cranston restaurant
4.7
4.7 (20)
$30 and under
American
Cranston
About the restaurant
All the way back in 1955, the four sons of an immigrant millworker decided to take a chance. They opened a restaurant on Cumberland’s bustling Mendon Road with nothing to their names other than a shared dream and vision - fresh and local ingredients, prompt and friendly service, all to be had at an unbeatable value. They developed a motto and never steered away from it – “If you are not proud of it, do not serve it!”. That restaurant was the original Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille, and that motto can be found hanging in each of our kitchens to this very day.
While times change, our values don’t. As a third generation, family owned and operated company, our food is still made fresh in our commissary 7 days a week and delivered to each of our locations daily . Same ingredients, same recipes, same classic food that Rhode Islanders have come to know and love since our grandfathers first opened our doors nearly 70 years ago!

Top review
LeonVIP
Dined on Jan 10, 2025
The egg salad sandwich and pulled pork hash brown winter specials were delicious. Southwest Burger and Fire Roasted Chicken Wrap are always fresh as well!
A photo of Fred and Steve's Steakhouse restaurant
4.6
4.6 (2638)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Lincoln
About the restaurant
For the finest selection of prime cut beef as well as the freshest seafood around, visit Fred & Steve's Steakhouse. Let two of New England's favorite pro football players, Fred Smerlas and Steve DeOssie, bring you their very own steakhouse creation.

*Unfortunately we unable to accommodate separate checks*

Top review
James
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and great service. Thanks. We will come back
A photo of Fleming's Steakhouse - Providence restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1686)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Providence
About the restaurant
Your Providence Fleming's is located on the ground floor of The Residence Tower attached to the Omni Hotel near Trinity Rep, the Dunkin' Donuts Center and the Providence Performing Arts Center. Fleming's in Providence is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners. Our new Weekend Lunch Menu features a flavorful range of sandwiches, salads and more for the perfect mid-day break from the office or a chance to catch-up with friends. Our Dinner Menu has something to offer everyone in your party from seven different steak cuts to best-in-class seafood and innovative plant-based options.
Top review
Haddie
Dined 7 days ago
10/10 absolutely enjoyed it the food was amazing the wait staff was exemplary. Very good choice for a night out.
A photo of Opa Restaurant Providence restaurant
4.6
4.6 (163)
$30 and under
Lebanese
Providence
About the restaurant
Opa restaurant was founded in 2003 by Chef Joseph Karam and his family. Joe introduced Opa to the historic Federal Hill in hopes of sharing his family's culture cuisine and hospitality. Opa's consistent traditional Lebanese cooking and the family's hospitality has lead Opa to be a gem in Rhode Island's food industry with visitors traveling from all over New England to try a Taste of Lebanon.
Top review
Dave
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Great food - finished with a hookah! A lot of fun. Holidays drinks were fantastic
A photo of Douro Steakhouse restaurant
4.4
4.4 (413)
$31 to $50
Portuguese
Providence
About the restaurant
Douro Steakhouse is located at the Towne House in downtown Fall River, MA. Only 20 minutes from Providence, RI and 50 minutes from Boston, MA. The spot to stop in on the way to or from the Cape or Newport. Douro Steakhouse offers Portuguese inspired cuisine and offers a classic steak cut menu ranging from Filet Mignon to Dry-aged Bone in Ribeye to Wagyu Strip to our signature 38oz Tomahawk. Douro Steakhouse offers a more casual dining experience in our Tapas & Oyster Bar; enjoy Sunday Brunch or daily lunch and dinner in the oyster bar offering fantastic appetizer/ tapas items like our giant meatball, octopus or sticky cauliflower. Sit back in our stunning Steakhouse dining room and enjoy chef creations such as our signature Portuguese Steak plate or delicious and affordable seafood, chicken and pasta creations. Indulge in house made desserts or sip the best craft cocktails in the region. Take a peek at our an outstanding wine room and select an amazing wine. Obrigado!
Top review
RitaVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Always a great experience staff are amazing . Very attentive .
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