Providence’s best local businesses

The 258 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Sep 18

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258 businesses across 12 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants101 places · newest: Julianna's, Aug 27
• 02Beauty23 places · newest: Angels Collective, Aug 27
• 03Shopping24 places · newest: Dejavu Details RI, Aug 27
• 04Entertainment11 places · newest: Amica Mutual Pavilion, Aug 7
• 05Nightlife26 places · newest: Arcane Mead & Winery, Aug 27
• 06Bakeries & Sweets22 places · newest: Buono's Italian Bakery, Aug 27
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage9 places · newest: Suburbia Circus, Aug 27
• 08Health & Wellness8 places · newest: Beth Kaplan Yoga, Aug 27
• 09Arts & Culture13 places · newest: E. M. Bannister Art Gallery, Aug 27
• 10Home & Garden7 places · newest: BD's Discount & Furniture, Aug 2
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts7 places · newest: High Ground Comics, Aug 27
• 12Parks & Outdoors3 places · newest: Blackstone Park Conservation District, Aug 7

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Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• Elite Pet

  Pets

  Elite Pet in Cranston treats grooming like a spa day for all kinds of breeds, with calm vibes, gentle products, and real attention to…

  492 Dyer Ave (Cranston) · bizb.net ↗

• Providence Place

  Other

  Polished, multilevel retail center with brand-name stores, casual restaurants & a multiplex cinema.

  One Providence Pl · providenceplace.com ↗

• Restaurant City Providence

  Services

  Restaurant supply store carrying everything from glassware and utensils to tables and chairs.

  100 Dupont Dr · restaurantcity.com ↗

• Society Coffee Bar

  Cafes

  Whether you need a dialed-in espresso, a velvety latte, or a playful seasonal sipper, Society Coffee Bar nails the balance of quality and…

  500 N Broadway (East Providence) · societycoffeebar.com ↗

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