The Patio on Broadway - Providence — Restaurant in Providence

EDITING TO REPLY TO THE OWNER: The owner's defensiveness and combativeness to my review says it all. Rude, frankly. An apology would have sufficed but the arrogance and dishonesty here is self explanatory. Let me set the record straight. "The differences" were NEVER explained. In fact, I specifically asked the server if the steak was thinly sliced, like a Philly cheese steak. She replied that she was almost certain it was. She said she would check and get back to me. She NEVER did. An hour later, when the food came out, is when I noticed. 29 minutes is comical. It took an hour. Trying to represent otherwise speaks volumes of the lack of quality and dishonesty of this establishment. My family were equally complaining about the time it took for the food to come out. That's what they were embarrassed by. They never apologized. We were 2 minutes away from actually leaving. Literally. What we didn't realize is that your establishment is so high-end and exclusive that you need a reservation to eat there. I suppose I should feel grateful. Next time someone doesn't have a reservation, simply turn them away. There are no shortage of other restaurants in Providence I can patronize. There were no misunderstandings from my end. Of course you should have taken my meal off the bill, I never touched it. But don't lie again by insinuating that we didn't pay the rest of our bill, because we did! AND we tipped your server. Despite the poor service! If you look at my Google reviews, this is an absolute rarity for me to complain and I thought I did so as honestly as I could but you took it personally. Shameful. I appreciate small businesses and support them as much as I can but clearly you're in the wrong business, given your attitude. I stand by the awful experience I had today. Instead of getting defensive, perhaps you can learn from this and improve your service and quality of your food. Otherwise, sadly, you won't last long in this business. ----‐-------- In my entire life, and I'm no spring chicken, I have only previously complained at a restaurant once. This was the second time. It took an hour for the food to come out. An apology would have been nice. Nothing. The server was super nice but she should have acknowledged that. Please take the Philly cheese steak off the menu. It's an abomination. I've been to Philly many times. No chef on the planet would disagree. It was very thick cut and, frankly, disgusting. My family thought their food was OK but it ruined the experience. It was my wife's birthday, to boot. I recognize how hard these folks work. I really do and it pains me to say it, but I will never return. Highly advise you to avoid. Very...

Edit: Changing this to 1-star from 2 because the owner baselessly attacked me in their response to the below review. They refused to provide further detail of what ever they’re alleging. If you look at reviews of their other restaurant, this type of response is par for the course to discredit critical reviews.

Not much to recommend about this place. Came in for dinner with a friend on a Thursday night, sat at the bar, and was completely underwhelmed. Overpriced, overlit, poorly managed, and generically mediocre food. If you like basic, you're in for a treat.

We ordered 3 seperate appetizers to split. The littleneck clams, heirloom tomatos, and the poke wontons. The food took 45 minutes to arrive despite the restaraunt being about 25% full. All three apps came out at the same time instead of separately. There wasn't enough room for all of them to fit well and the food arrived luke warm and quickly got cold as we attempted to make our way through them simutaneously. We were never asked for a preference on how/when we wanted to receive the apps. Multiple hints there of poor management. The bread and wontons for all 3 dishes were stale and the clams were overcooked. It was clear that the bread had been sitting for a long time and reheated multiple times. That said, the sauce for the clams was great and had not all of the bread been stale, I would've ordered more dipping. The rest of the dishes were fogettable. Their price, however, was unforgettably high.

Drink wise, the wine selection was mediocre. They gave you generous tastings, but after trying 3 reds that weren't great, I gave up and just ordered an Aperol spritz which was prepared nicely. The drink menu, I kid you not, was laminated and hooked together on a binder O-ring. It's like they're not even trying. For a $13+ cocktail or glass of wine, one would expect a little more effort and presentation with the menu.

Decoratively, it's your basic bar and restaurant, but they missed the memo about dimming their lights down because it was lit up like a christmas tree. Way too bright. You paid all that extra money for custom LED accent lighting, use it.

Additionally, someone who appeared to be the manager was working from a laptop in the corner of the dining room. The dining room is not your office.

Overall, this place is amateur hour. For less money, you can get better food, drink, and service at any number of restaraunts in the area. Do yourself and the neighborhood a favor and let management run this place out...

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This place is a great addition to the neighborhood. It has a cozy, welcoming vibe that makes it feel like a spot you’ll want to return to—whether you’re out for a casual brunch with friends or just treating yourself. The moment you walk in, the energy is upbeat but relaxed, and the smell of fresh food and citrusy mimosas sets the tone.

The drink menu is a highlight. With so many mimosa options, it’s hard to pick just one—but luckily, you don’t have to. The mimosa flight is a must-try. Each glass is a refreshing twist, from classic orange to creative seasonal mixes, and it’s a fun way to explore their drink offerings without the pressure of commitment.

Food-wise, I started with the breakfast burger, which hit the spot—juicy patty, runny egg, melted cheese, and all the good stuff packed between a soft bun. It came with fresh-cut, French-style fries, and honestly, I’ll never say no to real fries done right. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside—comfort food perfection.

I also tried the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich with avocado. It’s a solid option if you’re looking for something a bit lighter but still hearty. It came with fresh kettle chips, which were crunchy and flavorful. I appreciated the touch, but for me, chips in the morning just didn’t hit the same. Still, it’s a nice alternative if you want something different from fries.

The service was great—friendly and attentive without hovering. You could tell the staff actually cared about your experience, which always adds to the vibe. The open patio was a huge plus. On a warm, sunny day, it’s the kind of place where you can sit for hours just enjoying the food, people-watching, or catching up with friends.

The only minor downside is the parking—street parking is pretty limited, especially during peak times. If you’re coming on a weekend or during brunch rush, plan ahead or be prepared to circle a bit.

Overall, it’s a spot that delivers on flavor, atmosphere, and service. Definitely worth a visit, and once you try the mimosa flight, you’ll probably be planning...