CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence

4.6 (144)

$30 and under

American

211 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903

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CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence

4.6

$30 and under

American

Providence

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2 people

25 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Situated in the heart of downtown Providence at the iconic Providence Public Library, CHOP is where food, culture & community come together in celebration.
We are owned & operated by local non-profit Genesis Center as an extension of their culinary work program. Our staff consists of hospitality educators & mentors, who work alongside students & interns to provide hands-on restaurant experience.
Genesis Center is a multi-service organization offering a full range of services to immigrants, refugees and low-income families. We serve hundreds of individuals through ESOL classes, job training programs, Citizenship preparation & supportive services.
Enjoy a dining experience as vibrant as our students all while supporting a good cause!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon 09:00–16:00 Tue–Thu 09:00–19:45 Fri 09:00–20:45 Sat 17:00–20:45
Phone number
(401) 429-2450
Website
https://www.culinaryhubpvd.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Catering
From a small office meetings to large luncheons CHOP has catered to all types of events. We offer a sample catering menu on culinaryhubpvd.com, but can adjust to any event. Our offerings include continental breakfasts, coffees or sandwich platters, salad bowls, and house made cookies. For inquiries email info@culinaryhubpvd.com.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event at CHOP – our comfortable and flexible layout accommodates groups both small and large.Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business meeting, or looking for a creative performance space, we are excited to host you.

Location
211 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903
Area
Providence
Cross Street
Empire and Washington
Parking Details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Thursday Date Night
US$70.00 per party
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Come enjoy a 3 course dinner for two with a bottle of wine on Thursdays at CHOP. Our chefs and students have created a menu that includes regular menu items and some new ones to our guests that choose to share your special night with us. We start with a bottle of wine (nonalcoholic sparkling available) followed by an appetizer, two entrees, and a shared dessert for $70.
HARVEST WINE DINNER AT CHOP
US$95.00 per person
1 - 6 people
4 Nov 2026 only
-An Evening Celebrating the Fall Season- $95/Per Guest Raise a glass to the flavors of fall at CHOP's Harvest Wine Dinner, an intimate five-course culinary experience celebrating the best of the season. Join Chef Matt of CHOP for a thoughtfully crafted harvest-inspired menu, with each course complemented by a curated wine pairing presented by Hoyt of M.S. Walker Rhode Island. Throughout the evening, Hoyt will guide guests through each wine selection, sharing the stories, characteristics, and pairing inspiration behind every pour while Chef Matt takes guests through a menu built around the warmth and abundance of the harvest season. The evening begins with hand-shucked oysters & Champagne before moving into five courses of autumn flavors: FIRST COURSE Arugula Salad Baby Arugula • Roasted Pear • Pickled Fennel • Dijon Vinaigrette • Marcona Almonds 🍷 Triennes Rosé SECOND COURSE Duck Rillette Duck Confit • Calabrian Dijon Cream • Pickled Shallot • Upland Cress • Crostini 🍷 Faiveley Bourgogne Rouge THIRD COURSE Seared Scallop Marjoram Fregola • Champagne Beurre Blanc • Smoked Trout Roe 🍷 Nino Negri Alpi Retiche Bianco IGT Ca’ Brione 2024 FOURTH COURSE Seared Lamb Loin White Bean Purée • Wild Mushroom Ragù • Sorrel Chimichurri 🍷 Fabio Motta Bolgheri Rosso FIFTH COURSE Bavarois Earl Grey Creme • Honey Glazed Fig • Fleur de Sel 🍷 Lustau Pedro Ximénez

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Deviled EggsUS$7.00
Daily selection of toppings
CornbreadUS$10.00
Smoked cheddar | chipotle-honey butter
French Onion SoupUS$8.00
Caramelized onions | beef jus | swiss gratin
Duck PoutineUS$13.00
Rich duck gravy | pulled duck confit wisconsin cheese curds | house fries
Shishito PeppersUS$9.00
Smokey romesco | herb gremolata
Vol Au VentUS$12.00
Cremini mushroom | sherry cream | wilted spinach pickled shallot | puff pastry
Lamb Al VinoUS$13.00
Moorish lamb meatballs | cherry reduction marcona almonds
Furikake FriesUS$10.00
Yuzu furikake seasoning | kimchi aioli | house fries
General Tso CauliflowerUS$9.00
Sweet chili | soy

Chilled

Beet & Fig SaladUS$13.00
Caramelized beets | pickled figs | herb yogurt mustard vinaigrette | sumac rice crisp
Green Goddess CaesarUS$12.00
Parmesan peppercorn crumble | creamy herb dressing
Simple GreensUS$9.00
Mesclun | house vinaigrette | pickled onions
Cobb SaladUS$17.00
Little gem | pickled onions | avocado | roasted root vegetable hard boiled egg | roasted tomato | charred onion ranch

Entrees

Pan-Seared ScallopsUS$30.00
Charred leek risotto | celery leaf oil
Braised Beef Short RibUS$30.00
Braised beef | smoked gouda grits | rainbow chard herbed demi glace | pickled shallot
Suugo SuqaarUS$24.00
Somali braised root vegetables | wild rice waxash spiced tomato sauce | cilantro
- Add katsu chickenUS$6.00
- Pulled shiitake mushroomsUS$4.00
Honey Tamari BowlUS$20.00
Pulled shiitake mushrooms | avocado | pickled veggies sesame | heirloom rice
Bistro BurgerUS$18.00
6 oz beef patty | caramelized onions | swiss | mustard pickle gribiche | shredduce | onion roll | house fries
Arctic CharUS$28.00
Pan-seared char | speck & white fricassee pickled fennel | herb gremolata
BucatiniUS$24.00
Pomodoro | burrata | parmesan | pangrattato
Bistro SteakUS$32.00
Terres major | pomme puree | haricot verts | sauce robert

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence.

4.6

(144)

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Providence
Innovative
Providence
American
Providence County
Innovative
Providence County
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic service," a diverse menu, and an inviting ambiance set within the Providence Public Library. Guests praise the "delicious food" and creative cocktails. The restaurant's unique location and mission enhance its charm, making it a "hidden gem" in Providence.

144 Reviews

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Nikki
Greater Boston1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very cute place! Fun and different food. You have got to get the chicken drumsticks dish and the general tso cauliflower. However each of the cauliflower bites should be bite sized the big ones were too big and the smallest ones tasted the best. Also the Lebanese meatballs were very tasty but need more labneh with the dish
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GERALD
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Immediate response--pleasant ambience, comfortable furniture, tables not crowded together, relatively quiet and free of TV screens and piped in music. A rare find these days. Next--an interesting array of menu selections; attentive service; very tasty food; reasonable prices. Overall a great dining out experience.
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April Gold
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience. The food was delicious and the service was friendly and attentive. Can’t believe it took me this long to finally get there but we’re definitely going back!
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Kenneth Gold
Greater Boston3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had a great first time there! No idea they offered coffee/espresso so late into service, which was much needed for me. Unfortunately I was limited to what I could have given my dairy allergy. However, the staff was honest and aware of what ingredients/meals I could have or substitute for. Overall a nice cozy spot, great ambiance, with welcoming staff.
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Holly Gold
Greater Boston17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
hi, my sister and I came to chop at the last minute after a restaurant we had made reservations for told us they were running an hour behind. I jumped on OpenTable and booked a table at CHOP and I could not have been more pleased. The host was this pleasant gracious man who filled us in on some of the history of the restaurant and chatted with us until our table was ready. My sister and I ordered some appetizers, small plates, a charcuterie, and one meal that we split and enjoyed it all. Our waitress was pleasant attentive and I will definitely recommend this to my friends and I will be back.
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Douglas
Rhode Island3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellent. Service was a bit slow and even with a reservation had to wait 15 minutes for the table to be ready.
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Brian Gold
Greater Boston12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Small menu with good offerings. My scallop dish was good. My wife had pasta and it was cold (she didn’t say anything until we left, unfortunately.)
1 person found this helpful
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Kyle Gold
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great and staff were friendly and competent.
1 person found this helpful
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Neil
Philadelphia County27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an outstanding experience from moment of arrival til end of meal. Service and food were perfect. Definitely will return
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Penelope Gold
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved CHOP. The service was wonderful and friendly. The food was great ands the ambience was really nice and had a fun "library" vibe (since it is located in the Providence Library. We highly recommend! Also, perfect if you are going to the theater.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon 09:00–16:00 Tue–Thu 09:00–19:45 Fri 09:00–20:45 Sat 17:00–20:45
Phone number
(401) 429-2450
Website
https://www.culinaryhubpvd.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Catering
From a small office meetings to large luncheons CHOP has catered to all types of events. We offer a sample catering menu on culinaryhubpvd.com, but can adjust to any event. Our offerings include continental breakfasts, coffees or sandwich platters, salad bowls, and house made cookies. For inquiries email info@culinaryhubpvd.com.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event at CHOP – our comfortable and flexible layout accommodates groups both small and large.Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business meeting, or looking for a creative performance space, we are excited to host you.

Location
211 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903
Area
Providence
Cross Street
Empire and Washington
Parking Details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, vegetarian and plant-based choices are available (guests note vegetarian options and plant-based dishes like a falafel wrap), and the menu even references vegan and gluten-free elements in specialty drinks.

CHOP is especially lovely for a pre-theater dinner, diners frequently visit before nearby shows at Trinity Rep, and staff will pace service so you make curtain time.

Wednesday, guests specifically praise CHOP’s Wednesday prix-fixe, noting a well-paced, enjoyable dinner experience.

Portions tend to be generous, multiple guests say dishes are large enough to share and left comfortably full.

CHOP feels bookish and welcoming, a bright, high‑ceilinged, library‑themed space with an airy industrial vibe and a cozy, not‑too‑loud atmosphere perfect for pre‑theater dinners.

Yes, CHOP runs occasional prix-fixe and date-night deals (reviewers mention a $60 date-night menu) and daytime Power Lunch offers, and an 18% service charge is added as a charitable donation to support the Genesis Center.

Yes, CHOP offers a full drinks program with inventive cocktails and a curated wine list (guests report enjoying cocktails and wines like Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet).

Yes, CHOP is frequently chosen for date nights, with guests praising its charming, cozy atmosphere, inventive cocktails, and special date-night menus including Valentine’s and prix-fixe offerings.

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CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence

4.6

$30 and under

American

Providence

Make a booking

2 people

25 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence

Make a booking

CHOP - Culinary Hub of Providence

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Thursday Date Night

HARVEST WINE DINNER AT CHOP

Small Plates

Deviled EggsUS$7.00

CornbreadUS$10.00

French Onion SoupUS$8.00

Duck PoutineUS$13.00

Shishito PeppersUS$9.00

Vol Au VentUS$12.00

Lamb Al VinoUS$13.00

Furikake FriesUS$10.00

General Tso CauliflowerUS$9.00

Chilled

Beet & Fig SaladUS$13.00

Green Goddess CaesarUS$12.00

Simple GreensUS$9.00

Cobb SaladUS$17.00

Entrees

Pan-Seared ScallopsUS$30.00

Braised Beef Short RibUS$30.00

Suugo SuqaarUS$24.00

Honey Tamari BowlUS$20.00

Bistro BurgerUS$18.00

Arctic CharUS$28.00

BucatiniUS$24.00

Bistro SteakUS$32.00

Diners' Choice Awards

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