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Interior - Res American Bistro, Providence, RI

Res American Bistro

4.7
4.7
639 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Res American Bistro is a casual, yet elegant two level dining destination perfect for every occasion. Make a “Res” for a casual bite, a special night out, and everything in between! Our menu features fresh takes on contemporary favorites such as lobster tempura, roasted baby lamb chops, handmade pastas, and our 20-day butter aged NY Sirloin. Make sure to also check us out for our Spectacular Sunday Brunch every third Sunday of the Month!

The star studded lights of Trinity Repertory Company bring the second floor dining experience to life while we host your special event. Celebrations, receptions, graduations, and holidays are especially memorable when booked at Res. Anticipate all of your special requests taken care of with ease by our team of event specialists. Visit our group dining tab via www.respvd.com to learn more.

The menu is reflective of Chef Evan Mathew's cooking experiences home and abroad; and is reflective of his values of serving food with integrity.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Bistro

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (401) 272-3965

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Evan Mathew

  • Catering

    At this time, we do not offer off-site catering.

  • Private party facilities

    Res American Bistro has thoughtfully curated a spectacular second floor venue for all of your special events. Please inquire about availability and menus. Everything about your special day can be suited to meet your needs. The private space has a full bar, bathrooms, and even its own entrance!

  • Neighbourhood

    Providence

  • Cross Street

    Washington Street

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking and Paid Lots Available

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Join us for Brunch!

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy classics like the Res Benedict or try something new like Duck Confit & Waffles! Both go well with Bottomless Bubbles!

Popular dishes

What 639 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Rhode Island

    American

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  1. AmyB

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Creative dishes that were perfectly prepared and delicious.
  2. maureenm

    New England

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful evening as expected. Great food and always an interesting menu. Our waiter Kevin was superb. This place never disappoints.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely dinner! Great wait staff! Lively loud and energetic vibe-definitely not a quiet place.
  4. DLPx

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very nice evening at RES! Great bartender followed by a very nice meal. Couldn’t have asked for more! I will be back.
  5. LizF

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My neighbors had recommended we try RES so I made reservations for my husband and I. When we got there, we were confused because we had been to that place before but it was a different restaurant under different owners. We went in reluctant of what it will be like but to our surprise. It was a gem. We sat on the 2nd floor overlooking Trinity Rep and our waiter Justin was amazing. From apps, cocktails and main course, it was all top notch. We will return and spread the word on how amazing this place was. Can’t wait to return. Five stars for sure!
  6. RobS

    New England

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent. Started either the Brussel Sprout Salad. One of my favorite salads. We also had shrimp cocktail and oysters along with the Seafood Risotto. All great. Definitely have to try the Carnival Dessert…It’s out of this world!
  7. Super

    New England

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing the service was so great. The lamb chop appetizer with the expresso rub is the best I've ever had and the grilled salad was so delicious. Brought some out of town guests there and they raved about everything they had from the crab rangoons to the salmon to the desserts everything was delicious. Cant wait to go back!!
  8. PegB

    New England

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great location, food and service. Tables are tight so it’s a bit loud to chat.
  9. Alexis

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic, as always. Able to eat here despite my many food allergies. Chef and staff take excellent care. Favorite spot in Providence. Highly recommend.
  10. Njoyagoodmeal

    New England

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Halloumi app was super salty, greens salad way over dressed. Duck confit was solid, but not fantastic. Ordered a second round of mixed drinks, and asked for a Jack and Coke, but instead was given a second captain jack-which wasn’t that great the first go. Waiter was borderline inattentive.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was genuine amazing - food, atmosphere, and service.
  12. ChristinaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a fantastic find! The staff was super accommodating to us when we unexpectedly were running late to our reservation. We were taken care of by Ary who was really attentive and made great recommendations from the menu! The interior is really cozy and beautiful and was perfect for a nice meal with the girls before going out in the city. Loved the cocktails and the food. For the quality and price we were really impressed! Definitely will be returning soon.
  13. Sedona

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and service was great as well!
  14. JamesH

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice upscale restaurant. Our server warned us that there was some graduation parties there. So it would be a little louder. It was only loud for a short Time. We will definitely go there again.
  15. CatiaR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Food was great. Service was terrible. Waited about 20 minutes for server to come to our table. Had to ask to order a drink while the rest of our party arrived.
  16. MichaelT

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    One of my most favorite places in town since they opened. Consistently excellent food & drinks, and super friendly servers & bartenders. Was in the other evening with a friend and Ary took care of us-- professional, knowledgeable and attentive. Highly recommend him and the whole team. Grateful to have Res as a staple for a comfortable place to relax at the bar and meet new friends or take out of town guests and family. Nice job, Ryan, Evan and Steven... keep up the great work, guys!
  17. Mamarazzi

    New England

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an awesome date night in the lively bar area. The food and drinks were secondary only to the stellar service! Had a great time and will definitely be back.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an inviting bistro space. The food was generous, tasty and presented well. Our server was great- welcoming and friendly, attentive but not overbearing.
  19. Mookie24

    Orlando

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful Sunday brunch on Mother's Day! Scotch eggs were excellent.
  20. Emily32

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing mothers day brunch! Bottomless mimosas were great! And the food was so good too! Definitely will be back
  21. AmyO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was our first time, Had a great time, great food, drinks and service - would definitely go back
  22. Matt

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Nice place are upstairs good food and drinks and nice waiter
  23. Doorknob

    Orlando

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Logan was really really nice and the food and atmosphere was great
  24. JonahS

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone in my party very much enjoyed the meal.
  25. CelesteT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took my mother for an early Mother’s Day dinner. The service was excellent. The food was excellent as well.
  26. ElayneB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely experience last night, everyone loved everything they had and the service was perfection.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Justin was an absolute pleasure: knowledgeable and prompt. We were headed to a show and he was cognizant of our time. If you’re lucky enough to get him as a server, then you’re in for a treat! Will definitely be coming back.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and Justin our Server was friendly and very attentive.
  29. LisaA

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was wonderful - I love it there.
  30. MargotG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    Supermarket quality food and lackluster atmosphere with fine dining prices. Bottled salad dressing on spring mix, packaged cheese and salami and planters mixed nuts on a charcuterie board. Wait staff are pleasant and well trained, but the food was a disappointment. Didn't bother to eat the entrees, we left and went out for sushi.
  31. BLLR

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience at Res American Bistro. Our server, Ary, was lovely and very attentive. The food and drinks were spectacular. We will definitely be back!
  32. JennyFromTheBlock

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. The oysters were delicious. I had the salmon and my husband had the lamb. He said it was the best dish lamb he ever had. Service was prompt and server was very kind and personable. We are definitely going back.
  33. Rudy

    New England

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Can’t say enough good things about our experience at the Res last night. The server was attentive, and the meals were amazing! Planning on going back again and again!!!
  34. JohnO

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience2
    Tried this establishment out on a whim and was not disappointed. I had the Morrocan lamb dish and the flavors were amazing. Service felt a little rushed but overall a nice dining experience.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The staff was exceptional and the food was top notch.
  36. Sandrat

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Complimentary valet.. reservation on time. Downstairs was a little tight sitting and loud and we asked to move upstairs and they did that for us quickly and no problem. Two out of four of us brought food home, and everything from apps to dinner to dessert was delicious!!! Definitely going back
  37. Vette

    New England

    12 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall1food3service5ambience3
    I’m cost me 40 to park it is so post to be free complained keep one cared .
  38. Cristyd

    New England

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Food and service was great. Perfect location for a night downtown
  39. Kskwirz

    New England

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was absolutely fantastic! Food/drinks/service all 10/10!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So Good! First time here and will be back for sure! We had the Lamb, the filet and the chicken. All three were amazing!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Res American Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 272-3965.

Res American Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 639 OpenTable diners.

Res American Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Res American Bistro

123 Empire St, Providence, RI 02903-3217

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Washington Street

  • Neighbourhood

    Providence

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Bistro

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking and Paid Lots Available

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Evan Mathew

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (401) 272-3965

  • Catering

    At this time, we do not offer off-site catering.

  • Private party facilities

    Res American Bistro has thoughtfully curated a spectacular second floor venue for all of your special events. Please inquire about availability and menus. Everything about your special day can be suited to meet your needs. The private space has a full bar, bathrooms, and even its own entrance!

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