The Rosendale

55 Union Street, Providence | 401-421-3253

Transforming Neighborhood Dining
The dining scene in Providence got a little more diverse when The Rosendale opened its doors last year. “We wanted to introduce a different type of establishment for our neighborhood,” says Garry Williams, who co-owns the spot with business partner Frank Manfredi Jr. They envisioned a comfortable neighborhood kitchen and bar that catered to professionals, students, families and all visitors to the city. Housed in a historic building that dates back to the early 1900s, the owners took inspiration for the restaurant’s name from its former tenants, Rosendale and Company. “It was one of the first top hat companies in America,” says Frank. Tipping their hat, so to speak, to both the history and modern day transformation of Providence, the owners set out to offer a casual and friendly gastropub.

The menu offers comfort food favorites with a gourmet twist. Take the Smoked Mozzarella Bites, as an example, where the average mozzarella stick gets an artisan makeover: hand-rolled, locally made smoked mozzarella is lightly fried and served with housemade sun-dried tomato sour cream. “Everything is made to order,” Garry says. The crowd-pleasing menu includes flatbread pizzas, garden salads, grilled paninis, burgers and made-to-order sandwiches made with fresh and local ingredients. “We support as many local businesses as we can,” says Frank, adding that they use Narragansett Creamery cheeses and La Salle Bakery bread.

A Laid-Back Vibe
Located within walking distance of the Convention Center and the Dunk, it’s also a great spot for a laid-back night out. Amber lighting, exposed brick walls and a cozy lounge area immediately sets the mood to chill. The bar has an impressive lineup that includes over 60 whiskeys, 40 craft beers and hand-mixed cocktails. Weekends bring a live DJ starting at 9pm, and late-night dining until 1am (offered through 12am on the weekdays). Classic board games offer a taste of nostalgia and a great way to connect with, or make new, friends. In the warmer months and on holidays like Halloween and St. Patrick’s Day The Rosendale takes the fun outside with their block parties. With a fresh and approachable take on gastropub dining, The Rosendale is already a city classic.

Taco and Trivia Thursday: Housemade tacos are $2 each for both lunch and dinner on Thursday. Later on at 8pm it’s trivia night. Talk about a win-win.

Watch the Game: With six flat screen TVs throughout the lounge and dining room, you’ll never miss any game action.

Sample Menu

Downtown Hot Brown
Grilled panini with sliced chicken, cheese sauce, tomato, bacon, smoked paprika

The Broadway
Grilled panini with balsamic roasted peppers, tomato, arugula, havarti

Bacon On A Date
Garlic butter, mozzarella, gorgonzola, dates, red onion jam and applewood smoked bacon on a flatbread

Spinach Salad
Baby spinach, dried fruits, candied walnuts, goat cheese, cranberry vinaigrette

Smoked Mozzarella Bites
Smoked mozzarella, sun dried tomato sour cream

Prince of Providence
Braised short rib, ground beef, a fried egg, applewood bacon, Swiss cheese, pickled red onion