La Masseria is reminiscent of everything Italian- from the majestic decor of dazzling lights and burnt sienna furnishing to the royally European aura that surrounds it. The menu is predominantly Italian with an authentic fervor. Rich, creamy plates of risotto, gnocchi, linguini and ravioli perfectly created with an extraordinary culinary genius shine at La Masseria's. The bar offers a fine selection of Italian wines and spirits. An evening of serenity and fortitude is guaranteed at La Masseria.

The decor at Cafe Fresco is an elegant portrayal of a characteristic Italian eatery with beautiful and dainty yellow lights and amber chairs. The white tablecloth and silverware add an intricate glow to the place. The place is perfect for a get-together for family and friends or even a date. Cozy, intimate seats ensure a nice time with great food. The bar is another well stocked area decked with wines, champagnes and cocktails. The Cafe Fresco premises are also available for private party purposes.

German Hall is a part of the German-American Club of Rhode Island. It's a social club, where locals and expats hang around and meet to celebrate their respective culture. Concerts, dance performances, festivals like Oktoberfest, social nights and similar other events are hosted here. You can also hire the hall for private events and celebrations. Call ahead for more details.

With a name inspired by Irish folk traditions, The Wild Colonial makes its intentions fairly clear. A great selection of spirits, the best Guinness around and an extremely rustic ambiance have made it a popular destination to hang out with friends. The interiors with exposed brick walls and minimal lighting give the place an earthy yet warm feel perfect for conversations. Pub quiz and a number of other events bring the fun factor here. Food on offer is good.

Established with the intent to contribute to a better society, Blue State Coffee goes beyond the business aspect and has its heart firmly in favor of charity. The best part, customers get to be a part of it with a portion of profits getting donated. But this is no reason to underestimate their sterling coffee, which has a significant following. To go along with the coffee, is a selection of sandwiches, breads and baked treats. All of their coffee is fair-trade and sustainable.

Effin's Last Resort, Pub & Grill is a fun place to be and has something for everyone. It is tough to categorize this space that makes for a cool hang out , be it your friends or your date, Effin's is the place to be. Here, you can munch on burgers, pizzas and other short eats or simply head to the bar and guzzle down few beers. If you are an outdoorsy person, it has huge swimming pool and a volleyball court too. And, as the evening approaches, this local watering hole transforms into a glitzy club hosting live music concerts, theme parties and DJ sessions. Effin's Last Resort, Pub & Grill can be hired for private events and celebrations, and can accommodate 800 guests at a given time. For more details, open hours and venue hire, call ahead.

As far as the selection of beer goes, The Abbey manages to outdo every pub in sight with its jaw-dropping selection of 92 beers, with 15 more on draft. But it's not just beers that this gem of a pub is worshipped for. The food selection with delights like baby back ribs and pizzas is equally impressive. The show-stealers here are their giant award-winning signature burgers; perfect complements to the beer.

Starting off as a humble pool hall in 1989, Snookers today has morphed into the city's shrine for pool and sports mixed with a generous dose of fun. The huge location has no less than 15 professional pool tables and as many as 40 screens to keep sports lovers drooling. The list of spirits is extensive, with everything from draft beers to cocktails available. The food is a fantastic complement to the spirits. There's a regular schedule of events ranging from pool tournaments to trivia. All in all, a great place to hang out with friends over pool or simply to catch a game.

Therapy is one of the only nightclubs in Providence to stay open overnight. The club draws in good DJ talent from the region, and the afterhour crowds when the rest of the clubs close their doors.

Built in 1924, the Park Theatre was a cultural landmark for the Cranston's residents, until it closed its doors in 2002. In 2009, seven years later, the city celebrated the grand re-opening of the renovated facility. Today the historic theater is a modern multi-purpose performing arts center which offers to the public a wide range of entertainment from concerts, opera, dance recitals and theatrical performances to movies, sports, presentations and more.