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Waterman Grille, Providence, RI

Waterman Grille

4.7
4.7
4796 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Offering a setting that is unlike any other in Providence, Waterman Grille is situated along the Seekonk River in a former bridge gatehouse that dates back to 1871. Serving dinner nightly, and brunch on weekends. Offering weddings and celebrations in an intimate, waterfront location.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 521-9229
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Set on the banks of Seekonk River on Providence's East Side, Waterman Grille offers a waterfront location just short distance to major hotels and all the Capitol City has to offer. An array of private dining rooms are available to accommodate your next event.
  • Private party contact
    Tim Devaney: (888) 759-5557
  • Neighborhood
    Providence
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking located right next to the restaurant in Richmond Square.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,796 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Providence County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Providence County

    Great for scenic views

  • Providence County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waterman Grille offers a "consistently fantastic" dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about its "beautiful location" by the river, making it perfect for brunch or dinner. The ambiance and menu, including standout dishes like scallops and ribeye, ensure a delightful visit every time.

4,796 Reviews
  1. Kenneth

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful dining experience. The food and waitstaff all top notch.

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  2. William

    Greater Boston

    142 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    142 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere and particularly service. Very energetic when we arrived and while she had several tables our server was attentive. A local favorite.

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  3. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Waterman Grille is one of our favorites from the Newport Restaurant Group. We were greeted by our server quickly however, cocktails were a bit slow to arrive (20mins but worth the wait). We had calamari and deviled eggs for appetizers. Both were tasty. The curried cauliflower soup was silky and habit forming. I could eat it everyday! Entrees included Beef Stroganoff, Cod and Pork Shank. All three were hearty portions & delicious. Our only complaints… and they wouldn’t keep us from returning- There’s no room in the entryway by the hostess stand. Be on time for a reservation because there’s nowhere to wait or have a pre-dinner cocktail. Also the restrooms are quite difficult to access. They’re in the basement and if anyone in your party has mobility issues it can pose a problem. We also felt this should be mentioned beforehand. Overall, we’d return. The food is the reason we always come back!

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  4. Margot

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our fave places. Just be sure they seat you in first floor where the vibe is. Also warmer there in colder months

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  5. Libby

    Rhode Island

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    delicious food and excellent service! very friendly staff

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  6. Masha

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely to have this restaurant back ! All the food was done perfectly- we had salmon,steak, waterman salad and mezze platter. The ambiance is always so comfortable for talking and relaxing! Service was attentive but not overly so - no rushing :) overall, a great experience for our group of 5!

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  7. Deb

    New York City

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a great anniversary dinner. I had the hanger steak and my husband had the Barbecued Short Ribs. Everything was delicious.

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  8. Patrick

    Greater Boston

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waterman Grille never disappoints. Great food, ambiance & service!

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  9. PeeperBeeper

    Greater Boston

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant deserves every bit of praise and accolade I could possibly give, every experience better than the last! It was our 2nd Wedding Anniversary and we were presented with a card signed by staff and a complimentary glass champagne and a non alcoholic version for me which was very thoughtful. As an extra surprise, we were delighted to be waited on by our favorite server, John which we have had the pleasure of being served by at other restaurants in the past . So wonderful that he has found a place on the team of this exceptional establishment! We shared a bowl of hot, silky onion Vichyssoise and also a delectable lamb lettuce wrap appetizer. For entrees we enjoyed the grilled pork chops served with homemade spaetzle Swiss chard and cornbread crumbles and the pan seared cod with tender butter beans and collard greens. Truly superb preparation and presentation by the skilled kitchen chefs! Martinis were perfection and as was my husband’s Irish coffee topped with real whipped cream! Service by all staff members was amazing and the ambiance sitting in the beautiful dining room with a view of the river is always a treat, especially for a special occasion. We look forward to many more sublime dining experiences at Waterman Grill, our very favorite restaurant in the outstanding Newport Restaurant Group!

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  10. Elaine

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was the first time we had been to the Waterman Grille and we were not disappointed at all. Our 2 children and their spouses came from 2 different states to celebrate my husbands 70th birthday on Sunday. Although the restaurant was very busy it didn't seem noisy or crowded at all. The service Andrew provided was excellent, and the food was exceptional. Rest rooms are difficult to get to as they are down a long staircase and around several hallways. We will definitely be back.

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FAQs

Waterman Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 521-9229.

Waterman Grille is rated 4.7 stars by 4796 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Waterman Grille

4 Richmond Square, Providence, RI 02906

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Providence
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking located right next to the restaurant in Richmond Square.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (401) 521-9229
  • Private party facilities
    Set on the banks of Seekonk River on Providence's East Side, Waterman Grille offers a waterfront location just short distance to major hotels and all the Capitol City has to offer. An array of private dining rooms are available to accommodate your next event.
  • Private party contact
    Tim Devaney: (888) 759-5557
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