Mill's Tavern
Providence, RI 02903-1300
Phone: (401) 272-3331
- Price:
- $$$
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm--11pm, Sun 4pm-9pm
Editorial Review for Mill's Tavern – by Linda Castellitto
The Scene
The design of this converted 1850s mill neatly blends traditional elements (exposed beams, leather banquettes, hurricane-lamp chandeliers) with less expected touches (a marble-topped bar, an exposed kitchen). The knowledgeable staff readily offers recommendations, and rest assured, if you leave the table, your napkin shall be promptly re-folded. Several business dinners, a birthday get-together, and a sophisticated ladies' night out often coexist as an attractive after-work crowd mingles at the bar.
The Food
The menu changes seasonally while consistently offering choices from the raw bar, wood rotisserie, wood grill, and stove. Presentation is key: The Mill's Sandwich is a whimsical tower of currant-dotted biscuit, foie gras, and duck, with a tea-braised fig on the side; the rack of lamb (encrusted with horseradish and mustard) arches over a heap of goat-cheese mashed potatoes; the Hungarian veal stew wears a halo of buttered chive dumplings. For dessert, flourless chocolate cake with espresso ice cream competes against substantial Portuguese bread pudding.
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Insider Tips
ParkingValet parking is free, as is street parking. There's also a pay-to-park lot across the street that charges a reasonable flat fee.
Where to SitClaustrophobic? Then try to avoid being seated near the doors to the back dining room (a.k.a. the Wine Room). The waitstaff tends to stand here--often in groups of two or three--rather near the tables.
When to GoIntimate conversations are hard to come by, starting at about 6:45pm because once the restaurant fills up, the place gets a bit noisy. Reserve a table around 5pm or 9pm to ensure quieter environs.
User Reviews for Mill's Tavern
05/06/2008 Posted by jcosta
I think that the food here is good. The drinks are good. The patio is a nice one and I would most likely recommend.
Pros: Drinks
Cons: Can't think of any
03/24/2007 Posted by ckunem01
Ok this is the first time writting a review...however this is one of the best restaurants I've been to in a long time. the meal was great. I ahd the swordfish delicious, my husband the elk a special yummy! Salad and coffee was good. the dessert fair. My daughter loved the chocolate mousse the creme brulee was not very tasty. THe staff was attentive and went the extra mile for a great experience. "I will return"
Pros: excellent service and main meal
Cons: dessert
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