The best restaurants in Cranston

Cozy, family-owned izakaya providing ramen & other Japanese bites along with a large sake selection.

38 Pontiac Ave (Providence)

New York-style pies (including chicken-parm), plus wings, steak & cheese subs and grape leaves.

152 Gansett Ave

Casual, family-owned restaurant dishing up authentic Mexican fare, including birria tacos.

361 Reservoir Ave (Providence)

Family-owned pizza place offering pies with housemade sauce, plus sandwiches, calzones & a bar.

1283 Park Ave

Casual, pizza-centric joint serving burgers, plus chicken dishes, salads, fries and grinders.

823 Reservoir Ave

Casual spot serving comfort food and quick bites like pizza and Italian subs, plus delivery.

255 Reservoir Ave (Providence)

Upbeat eatery with colorful decor featuring Mexican breakfast & lunch grub such as huevos rancheros.

100 Rolfe Square

Traditional Italian fare & pizza served in an offbeat space decorated with murals & a sky ceiling.

957 Reservoir Ave

Cozy haunt serving traditional Mexican fare and margaritas, including kid-friendly options.

465 Warwick Ave (Warwick)

Family-owned location for burritos, enchiladas and other traditional Mexican fare, plus cocktails and a kids' menu.

1045 Reservoir Ave

Japanese eatery offering unique rolls like steak & cheese & teriyaki chicken, plus fried ice cream.

570 Reservoir Ave

Casual pizza joint featuring custom pies, plus Italian staples like wings and lasagnas.

44 Rolfe Square

Clean fixture offering pizzas, grinders and wings, plus takeout or dine-in options.

531 Pontiac Ave

Longtime cozy eatery with full bar serving pizzas, pastas, calzones & other hearty Italian dishes.

606 Reservoir Ave

Casual stop for creative whole wheat thin-crust pizzas, with vegan & gluten-free options.

767 Westminster St (Providence)

Guatemala-born counter-serve chain specializing in fried & grilled chicken & sides.

661 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Laid-back space serving traditional American breakfast & lunch items such as waffles & tuna melts.

440 Warwick Ave (Warwick)

Enduring spot with multiple dining rooms, serving a wide selection of Italian & American staples.

100 Sabra St

A hodgepodge of standard Asian dishes from a variety of regions, prepared with low oil & sodium.

1138 Post Rd (Warwick)

Casual Guatemalan joint in a colorful space serving big portions of homestyle eats & margaritas.

1049 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Kid-friendly pub chain offering classic fare like burgers, wings & salads in informal surrounds.

1171 New London Ave #5

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

99 Garfield Ave

Dominican spot for Latin eats, including sancocho, mofongo and yellow rice, plus coffee.

937 Broad St (Providence)

Waterside Thai Kitchen, formerly Rim Nahm, is still serving the greatest hits of Thailand right here at home. Think steamy Tom Yum with a…

2212 Broad St

Chinatown On Thayer has your weeknight rescue handled with authentic Chinese and Asian favorites, now with sushi in the mix. Keep it simple…

277 Thayer St (Providence) · ✓ checked Jul 28

When the craving hits this week, Pat's Italian Restaurant in Warwick nails elevated comfort with homemade pastas and sauces, all-natural…

1850 Post Rd (Warwick)

DownCity Pizza & Sandwiches Providence keeps it classic with saucy pies, stacked sandwiches, twirlable pastas and juicy burgers, the kind…

53 Weybosset St (Providence) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Casual, homey spot for classic pizzas and an assortment of Italian subs and grinders.

963 Namquid Dr (Warwick)

Relaxed Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta, sandwiches & more in an old-school setting.

1229 Warwick Ave (Warwick)

Casual diner serving breakfast and familiar comfort food such as clam cakes and ravioli.

307 Allens Ave (Providence)

Buzzy pizzeria with salads, appetizers & a full bar in a contemporary space.

385 Westminster St (Providence)

Local pan-Asian chain serving sushi & a variety of classic entrees in a funky, contemporary space.

200 Exchange St (Providence)

This colorful place with sidewalk tables offers homestyle Mexican fare plus beer, wine & cocktails.

351 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Designer rolls & aged meats are the draw at this swank fixture, with a raw bar & happy-hour menu.

55 Pine St (Providence)

Casual restaurant serving pizzas, subs, wraps, and salads for dine-in or delivery.

259 Broadway (Providence)

Imaginative seasonal New American bistro with open kitchen & casual vibe earns buzz among foodies.

500 Broadway (Providence)

Modern choice for fresh-ground sliders with all the trimmings, 50+ craft brews & alcoholic shakes.

121 N Main St (Providence)

Upscale eatery in a historic building with seasonal steak & seafood dishes & an extensive wine list.

101 N Main St (Providence)

Casual lounge offering Middle Eastern fare such as shawarma mac and cheese, plus hookah.

223 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Bi-level spot for locally sourced Italian dishes plus craft cocktails & wine in swanky surrounds.

134 Atwells Ave (Providence)

An eatery/antique shop featuring an upscale global menu, a historic bar & music.

14 Imperial Pl (Providence)

Unfussy spot offering pizza & pub food, many tap beers & sports on TV, plus keno & lottery.

1599 Post Rd (Warwick)

Casual pizzeria chain serving traditional, thin-crust & Sicilian pies, plus wings, pasta & subs.

256 Thayer St (Providence) · ✓ checked Aug 6

Refined eatery with a piano lounge, crafting elevated, traditional dishes in a sophisticated space.

121 Washington St (Providence)

Creative Peruvian & Bolivian seafood & meat dishes, plus cocktails, in a relaxed, unassuming space.

903 Chalkstone Ave (Providence)

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

45 Pleasant Valley Pkwy (Providence)

Lively area staple offering Italian comfort classics, a sizable wine list & seasonal live music.

265 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Stylish speakeasy with a menu of classic cocktails and creative twists such as the Father’s Old Fashioned.

45 Peck St (Providence)

Modern choice for fresh-ground sliders with all the trimmings, 50+ craft brews & alcoholic shakes.

301 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Laid-back burger place featuring an open kitchen, burgers with creative toppings, breakfast sandwiches and fried foods.

471 W Fountain St (Providence)

Cozy, rustic-chic pub with seasonal New American plates, lots of local craft beers & weekend brunch.

65 Weybosset St #108 (Providence)

Italian restaurant serving Tuscan-inspired cuisine along with beer and wine, in a cozy setting.

2099 Post Rd (Warwick)

Casual diner for American meals such as pancakes, omelets and hash, known for its quick service.

1380 Westminster St (Providence)

Specializing in wood-fired meats, this caterer also offers takeout on Fridays.

715 Warwick Ave (Warwick)

Large, relaxed bar offering rotating craft brews & gourmet soft pretzels, plus foosball.

334 Westminster St (Providence)

Laid-back pizzeria offering thin-crust pies, cocktails and soft-serve ice cream cones plus outdoor patio seating.

468 Wickenden St (Providence)

Easygoing spot with a carry-out window offering classic American chow including hot dogs & burgers.

12 Dorrance St (Providence)

Vietnamese soup & rice plates, plus some Chinese dishes, in an unassuming, brick-lined space.

790 Reservoir Ave

Cheerful destination serving seafood, tapas & brunch, plus desserts & cocktails.

225 Dyer St (Providence)

Relaxed eatery doling out pizza and sandwiches, along with buffalo wings.

701 Warwick Ave (Warwick)

Casual and trendy counter-service eatery dishing up freshly prepared Mexican food and sangria.

840 Allens Ave Apt 2 (Providence)

Local seafood & noted wine list in an airy dining room with a wall of windows alongside the river.

121 S Main St (Providence)

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

120 Sockanosset Cross Rd

Full-service restaurant and bar with a focus on local seafood and cocktails.

272 Westminster St (Providence)

Breakfast & lunch nook whipping up homestyle American fare amid bold murals in compact quarters.

234 Wickenden St (Providence)

Warm, brick-clad outpost with multiple TVs serving an array of American pub grub, cocktails & beers.

397 Westminster St (Providence)

Casual, brunch-focused spot with outdoor tables turning out breakfast staples such as omelets, pancakes and breakfast sandwiches.

214 Wickenden St (Providence)

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

Omni Hotel, 1 W Exchange St (Providence)

Cozy, contemporary, friendly restaurant serving sushi rolls featuring dragon fruit rice and other creative toppings.

373 Richmond St (Providence)

Since 1989, this homey staple has served up thin-crust pizzas & sandwiches with creative toppings.

166 Wickenden St (Providence)

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

148 Providence Pl Ste 2060 (Providence)

Crisp-crust pizzas, spinach pie & sausage calzones in a casual, kid-friendly spot.

121 Spruce St (Providence)

Restaurant and bar serving staples like burgers and chicken-and-waffles, plus craft cocktails and brews.

166 Broadway (Providence)

Casual spot with an old-timey saloon atmosphere for wood-fired BBQ, cornbread & sweet-potato fries.

11 Aleppo St (Providence)

Bistro in a historic warehouse featuring locally sourced American eats plus uncommon wines.

7 Steeple St (Providence)

Cool gastropub offering local, seasonal comfort fare & craft cocktails in a modern, stylish space.

61 Orange St (Providence)

Warm, well-appointed BYOB eatery offering classic Tuscan & Italian dishes. Breakfast also served.

1729 Warwick Ave (Warwick)

Casual joint for barbecue, chicken and brisket, plus beers and cocktails.

9 Parade St (Providence)

Cozy counter-service spot for sandwiches, salads, paninis and wraps, plus beer and cocktails.

78 Pearl St (Providence)

Casual restaurant dishing up fried chicken, Korean corn dogs, sandwiches, and other comfort foods.

272 Thayer St (Providence)

Murals, tile & moody lighting set the scene for traditional Italian fare made from family recipes.

171 Atwells Ave (Providence) · ✓ checked Aug 6

Falafel & kebab wraps are the specialty at this tiny, bustling Middle Eastern counter-serve joint.

278 Thayer St (Providence)

Burgers, wings & updated bar food are served in this laid-back pub with sports on TV.

800 Allens Ave (Providence)

Southern-style comfort food and cocktails in a laid-back venue with live music.

52 Pine St (Providence)

New American spot with open kitchen & cozy seating serving seasonal small plates like pasta & fish.

266 Westminster St (Providence)

Hip brewpub with exposed brick walls popular for house-smoked meats & numerous vegetarian options.

318 Broadway (Providence)

Thai, Vietnamese, and Laotian staples — from pho and tempura to pad thai — served in a no-frills space.

389 Smith St (Providence) · ✓ checked Aug 6

Laid-back eatery serving familiar Mexican eats including tacos and burritos, along with margaritas and other drinks.

154 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Chill hangout with funky decor for eclectic street food fare & cheekily named craft cocktails.

60 Valley St (Providence)

Tuscan-style Italian cuisine, wine & cocktails served in a relaxed, intimate setup with patio seats.

897 Post Rd (Warwick)

Simple option serving classic American grub including hot dogs, burgers & fries.

18 Plainfield St (Providence)

Brick walls, polished wood & big bar in former foundry set scene for steaks & other American fare.

697 Jefferson Blvd (Warwick)

Cheesy burger spot with smash style, plus pizza, grilled cheese and veggie options.

1718 Westminster St (Providence)

Chowder, fish ’n’ chips & other local catch are served out of a walk-up window at this basic stop.

239 Dyer St (Providence)

Unfussy taco joint making tortillas from scratch & offering cocktails & happy hour deals.

370 Richmond St (Providence)

Snug, low-key eatery fixing up an array of Thai, Cambodian, Vietnamese & Chinese dishes.

716 Public St #1625 (Providence)

Bustling eatery serving generous portions of Northern Italian classics along with a long wine list.

177 Atwells Ave (Providence)

Japanese cuisine, Korean stews & BBQ meats served in a light, elegant setting with lanterns & art.

232 Westminster St (Providence)

High-end takes on traditional Italian dishes served in elegant digs that include a patio & a lounge.

71 Bradford St (Providence)

Italian and Latin American restaurant with sushi, a full bar, and romantic vibe.

145 Spruce St (Providence)

The Spanish fare has a locavore bent at this big, airy vet that also boasts a late-night lounge.

1073 Reservoir Ave

Relaxed, cozy spot for Spanish dishes, tapas and paella in an elegant setting.

303 S Main St (Providence)