210 Atwells Ave
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 272-9030
Enjoy old world favorites, classic preparations and contemporary offerings, in a relaxing atmosphere provided by this Federal Hill landmark.
Come visit an old friend with new attitude
New ownership has revitalized this Federal Hill institution. Gone are the tuxedos and ornate fixtures, yielding to a more welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Here you will find the best of everything you would expect from Italian cuisine. You will find Old World favorites such as Osso Buco and Braised Rabbit Stew. Classic dishes like Veal Saltimbocca, Chicken Marsala and Parmigiana which seem absent at so many Federal Hill restaurants can still be found here. There are dishes with contemporary twists as well, like Lobster and Shrimp Scampi, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, and a Veal Chop stuffed with Prosciutto, Fontina cheese and Truffle oil. Finish your meal with one of the wonderful desserts made by our pastry chef. With 400 wine selections, 35 by the glass, there's not much more one could ask for.
Blue Grotto hosts Women of Wine on the fourth Wednesday of every month. 4 courses paired with 4 world class wines from our Wine List all for $30 per person. Our Signature Wine Dinner is featured on the fourth Friday of every month. We showcase regions and properties over 5 courses all for $50 per person. Please call for more information or to make reservations.
Private rooms available for parties of 6 to 100 people
Open for lunch M-F 11:30-2:00
Dinner M-TH 5:00-10:00, F 5:00-10:30, Sat 4:30-10:30, Sunday 12:00-9:00
Come visit an old friend with a new attitude, The Blue Grotto
Reviews of Blue Grotto
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My first trip to Blue Grotto was just last week. I have heard a lot of good things about this restaurant and it lived up to all my expecations. The Veal Saltimbocco was melt in your mouth perfection. My better half had the ravioli pancetta which was also out of this world. Definitely a superb Providence restaurant with a very attentive staff. I strongly recomend.
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I don't usually write reviews, and I typically never write a good review; but I LOVE this restaurant and have always had the most wonderful experience. We are not part of the rich and famous; yet I have always felt like the most important person in the room. From the genuine friendly greeting at the door to the smile and welcome from the service staff and management, I felt like I belonged there. Try to make the Blue Grotto more than your special occasion restaurant; I think everyone deserves it. Everyone deserves to be treated like they belong, to be served great food in a warm and welcoming atmosphere and to be appreciated for your business. It is one of the greatest reason
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What a pleasant surprise we found last night on Federal Hill. We hadn't been to the Blue Grotto in years and on a whim decided to try it again and we were blown away. Not your typical Italian cuisine at all, full of little contemporary twists and surprises you may expect from a New York eatery but not here. The chef is extraordinary!!!
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The food is absolutely incredible. I have been before maybe three years ago, and the food was ok. But now i went recently and its by far the best on the hill. Who ever your chef is don't let them go for anything. Thank-you for an awesome evening.
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Truly a gem in Providence. I travel a lot for business and each time I come home to enjoy Federal Hill I know exactly where I am going. The Blue Grotto IS Federal Hill to me. The food never disappoints, the menus are changed each season and always make my mouth water. They must have an angel working as a pastry chef because I've never had better cheesecake (Sorry Mom) And the biggest winner for me is the wine list. There are pages and pages of different wines, I always try something new and the servers are incredibly knowledgable, always there with a good suggestion. If you are looking for true Italian flavors in a relaxed atmosphere look no further.
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Great traditional italian food, great wine list and good spacing between tables which is rare these days.
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Federal Hill has always been a go to source for a great meal. I hadn't been back to the Blue Grotto in quite sometime, however we just went last week and what a treat! I had a seafood risotto dish that was divine, and my two companions had the Chicken Parmigiana and Swordfish, both of which were very good as well. Valet parking is a plus
