Named one of America’s Top Whiskey Bars by Whisky Advocate, The East End is Providence’s premier whiskey bar & bistro. Explore 300+ whiskeys — including rare & allocated bottles — curated craft cocktails, whiskey flights, 40 wines by the glass & made-from-scratch bistro fare. Nearly 90% of our menu is gluten-free with dedicated fryers. A moody, intimate escape perfect for date night, girls’ night & late-night drinks on Wickenden St. in Fox Point. Daily Happy Hour 4–6PM: half-price oysters & burgers. Late-night kitchen & bar Thu–Sat. Seasonal garden patio open April–October. Private dining, full restaurant buyouts & wedding receptions available. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcomed.
Relaxed bistro & patio with a seasonal American menu influenced by what’s being poured at the bar.
Angel Swindell
I like coming here for a drink and lowkey “catch-up” moment with a friend. Service is always great. It’s dark, swanky, and vibey. Worth checking out for any occasion, and I enjoy the oyster shooter.
… moreNancy Bilen
Cozy bistro and bar with a great vibe! We had oysters, calamari, wings, and burgers—everything was delicious. The staff were very friendly, and our waiter Sara was super sweet and helpful with the menu. Highly recommend, and I’ll definitely be back with friends!
… moreAlex Mayer
I’ve been here numerous times over the years and always enjoy the experience from start to finish! both the food and drink experience is superb, creative and high-quality!
Their whiskey/bourbon selection is unrivaled and spectacular, offering you a chance to try a variety of quality and hard-to-find items, including exclusive barrel picks! Their seasonal cocktail list is always interesting as well.
Their bartenders are creative and super-talented, many of the drink recipes come from their own bar staff. Shout to Sam and Aaron behind the bar for their talents and hospitality!
the food is also fantastic … menu changes frequently. I usually enjoy their small plates section of the menu since it lends itself well to sharing.
overall, I can’t come up with enough superlatives for this place; it’s always a great experience, and I am thankful for the many ways The East End delights my palate!
… moreChris C.
Great atmosphere, great cocktails, and fantastic and friendly service. Very cute date spot. Gets a little crowded and loud, but it’s still very welcoming and a fun vibe. The half price burgers are a major draw for me. The charcuterie is also a standout.
… morePaul Corgan
Great atmosphere and menu- able to make any drink (like my favorite pisco sour) and have excellent signature cocktails + food as well!
… moreL. Matta
I’ve been here a few times. Tonight whoever was bartending was not very good. It wasn’t too busy and the cocktails were the worst we’ve ever had- we ordered 4 different drinks. We were here a couple months back and they were phenomenal- so it’s definitely a different bartender. Food was ok. I find it very tacky to charge $1 for ketchup at a place like this. Just charge $5 for the fries and include the damn ketchup.
… morePin Kasemsri
Who would’ve known that such a gem lied behind its deceiving storefront facade? The moment I stepped inside, I felt transported to another era, lured by the tunes, dimmed lights, and happy hour deal.
The $2 oysters were not just reasonable; they were the best I’ve ever had. Both me and my friend agreed this hit the perfect balance of sweet and savory and ultimate freshness, even better with the condiment provided. Seconds had to be ordered.
The burger deal continued to be a feast of a steal, and I could only wish that my grape salad was also on discount. Nevertheless, no regrets were made and this was such a memorable dining experience.
… moreJohan Naviel
I was finally able to book a reservation here after wanting to dine here for a long while now. The restaurant was elusive to me for several years as it’s tough to get a reservation last minute. The vibes inside are moody and cozy at the same time, it’s surely a hip place. The food is casual, but very delicious. The staff was also super friendly.
… moreCookie
My friend who lives in Providence wouldn’t stop raving about the crunch wrap at East End and wow, it delivered. When I tell you it hit… it hit. So flavorful, crispy, and that aioli it came with? Absolutely delicious. Definitely a great spot for finger foods and shareable bites. The vibes were super nice too! It was cozy, chill, and perfect for catching up. Only downside was the service; our waiter was a bit slow and forgot to bring us utensils and napkins. But overall, still a great experience and I’d totally come back for that crunch wrap again!
… moreM.J hebert
Came here on a whim with some friends and was pleasantly surprised. I would recommend a reservation because it is small in there. We ended up sitting outdoors on the patio. It was chilly but this patio would be fantastic in the summer months! Our waiter was okay nothing to write home about he went MIA a few different times. Besides that the food was great the menu has a nice variety and unique dishes. I got the friend chicken sandwich which is open faced I would for sure get that again. Friends got the crunch wrap which looked fantastic and the chicken lollipops. As a group we got oysters that were very fresh. The drinks were fantastic and I recommend the El Diblito had a spice to it that was perfect. Overall I would come back and sit on the patio when the weather is nicer 🙂
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