Bars in Providence

Aguardente on Governor St is a spirits-forward bar on Providence's East Side worth adding to a College Hill evening. Walk-ins are the format. Pair it with Courtland Club or Gift Horse for a complete bar crawl, and go Thursday if you want the room at its best.

Lamei Hot Pot on Broadway is Providence's go-to for the format — a communal, cook-at-your-table experience that suits groups and late evenings better than most dining options in the city. Walk-ins are usually feasible, prices are accessible, and the unhurried pace makes it a practical post-drinks destination. For solo dining, look elsewhere; for a group of three or more, it earns its place.

Ogie's Trailer Park on Westminster Street is Providence's most committed dive bar — campy trailer-park aesthetic, cheap drinks, and a late-night crowd that fills in fast on weekends. Skip it if you want a serious cocktail program. Book it if you want a low-friction, high-energy night out that gets better after 10 PM.