Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in Providence County

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Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall healthy cuisine in Providence County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

TR Ginger Express

4.9

4.9 (519)

$30 and under

Italian

Lincoln

About the restaurant

Modeled after one of our favorite Roman destinations, TR Ginger offers a sexy and sophisticated wine bar and eatery experience unlike anything else in Rhode Island. Indulge your senses in our stylishly designed space, featuring freshly made salads and smoothies, gourmet meat and cheese boards, and a selection of Chef Luciano’s favorite Italian dishes.

Experience true old-world style and sophistication for your next evening with friends while enjoying our curated wine flights, creative cocktails, and wide selection of beer and alcohol. Whether you’re looking for a quick, healthy lunch, a delicious dinner, or authentic Italian desserts and coffee, TR Ginger offers something for everyone!

Top review

janet

Dined 2 days ago

It was very good there last night. The waitress could have been a little more attentive but all in all it was good for our Birthday Celebrations.

India Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1570)

$30 and under

Indian

Providence

About the restaurant

After 30 years we present you India with a fresh new look, a creative menu offering a blend of contemporary and traditional favorites, a new kitchen & team elevating our food and service, and elegant lighting transforming the entire restaurant. Enjoy our Garden Bar and Patio in the summer and cozy fireplace seating in the winter.

America is a melting pot like India was over a 1000 years ago. Being in the US offers a chef a lot of exciting possibilities to play with the ingredients that are not commonly found in India. We are availing these opportunities to create an exciting menu that has a blend of traditional favorites like Chicken Tikka Masala and creative dishes like Bengal Fish Curry (made with Salmon that is not usually found in India). The goal is to present a creative, fresh, nutritious, tasty, flavorful and a balanced meal. Like the 21st century India, we are progressive with our cuisine and not bound by the ‘same-old’ mentality.

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Jody

Dined on 18 Oct 2026

The food, ambience, and service were all wonderful at India Restaurant. We had the Sunday special brunch and it was delicious and an amazing value! We will be back soon!

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4.8

4.8 (823)

$30 and under

Indian

Cranston

About the restaurant

Modern Indian Cuisine

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RenaGold

Dined on 5 Oct 2026

Hello, We were there on Monday for their special. The Margarita and the Old Fashion were the best we ever had. There were 4 for dinner and it was my nieces birthday. Food and service were outstanding. Can’t wait to return. Thank you

Chelo's - Cranston

4.8

4.8 (79)

$30 and under

American

Cranston

About the restaurant

All the way back in 1955, the four sons of an immigrant millworker decided to take a chance. They opened a restaurant on Cumberland’s bustling Mendon Road with nothing to their names other than a shared dream and vision - fresh and local ingredients, prompt and friendly service, all to be had at an unbeatable value. They developed a motto and never steered away from it – “If you are not proud of it, do not serve it!”. That restaurant was the original Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille, and that motto can be found hanging in each of our kitchens to this very day.
While times change, our values don’t. As a third generation, family owned and operated company, our food is still made fresh in our commissary 7 days a week and delivered to each of our locations daily . Same ingredients, same recipes, same classic food that Rhode Islanders have come to know and love since our grandfathers first opened our doors nearly 70 years ago!

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Dorina

Dined on 9 Oct 2026

Great waitress, friendly and attentive! Excellent quality of food and beverage, very reasonably priced!

Pane e Vino Providence

4.7

4.7 (4516)

$30 and under

Italian

Providence

About the restaurant

We create all of our cuisine with a high respect for the longstanding & highly admired traditions of Italian regional cooking. At our restaurant you will dine in a comforting, rustic Italian atmosphere. You will receive the utmost professional service along with the freshest & finest prepared cuisine our chefs have to offer. Pane e Vino is where friends, family, & businessmen alike come to enjoy a relaxing Mediterranean environment, filled with the aura and sensation of the finest Neapolitan style Italian cuisine & wine. Est. in July of 2002, under the direction of owner Joseph DeQuattro, Pane e Vine, which means "bread & wine" in Italian, celebrates the simple & basic things in life, without forgetting about the superior ways to enjoy them.

RI Monthly Magazine, readers choice winner:
2012 Best Providence Italian Restaurant
2011 Best Restaurant in Rhode Island
2011 Best Providence Italian Restaurant
2010 Best Providence Restaurant

Top review

Kathleen

Dined 2 days ago

We keep coming back to this location on our wedding anniversary because we just love it so much- the food, location and ambience is second to none!

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Viva Mexico Cantina & Grill

4.7

4.7 (135)

$30 and under

Mexican

Providence

About the restaurant

Viva Mexico Cantina & Grill located in the heart of Providence in a vibrant, fast-casual setting perfect for any occasion. Join us for a relaxed weeknight dinner, a festive birthday celebration, a group gathering, or a romantic date night, our warm hospitality and energetic atmosphere make every visit memorable. Our colorful dining room are a perfect backdrop for fun nights out, casual meetups, and special celebrations. Join us for weekend brunch featuring chilaquiles, breakfast burritos, huevos rancheros, brunch cocktails, and refreshing mimosas. Planning a birthday or group dinner? We love celebrations and offer shareable platters, pitchers, and space for large parties. Families are always welcome at Viva Mexico Cantina & Grill, with a kid-friendly menu, high and something delicious for everyone at the table. From casual dining to festive celebrations, Viva Mexico Cantina & Grill is Providence’s go-to destination for authentic Mexican food, fun vibes, and unforgettable moments.

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Beatrice

Dined 2 days ago

Went with my family and loved it. Foods amazing. Drinks amazing. We’ll be back

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Experience

Park & Dine: 6$ Civic Center Parking Deal

Experience

The Ultimate Mexican Birthday Bash

Legal Sea Foods - Cranston

4.6

4.6 (1945)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Cranston

About the restaurant

At Garden City Center in the "Ocean State", our nautically themed restaurant features a central bar and retractable glass walls for warm-weather dining. Perfect for tourists and locals alike, it offers a fresh seafood experience with semi-private event options that works brilliantly for celebrations and business meetings. Enjoy local favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more!

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DanielleGold

Dined 3 days ago

Food and service are excellent! Smash burger, calmari, sushi, and new shrimp pot stickers are great. Definitely try the bread pudding or an ice chocolate covered bon bon.

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Popular dish

CALAMARI CRISPY FRIED

579 Benefit Street Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1240)

$30 and under

American

Pawtucket

About the restaurant

We have changed up the menu since re-opening this fall [2023] . We are catering more now to our wonderful neighborhood, and neighbors. So be prepared for a totally different menu than the old "579". That vibe and style of the old "579" can still be experienced at our sister restaurant, Chardonnay in Seekonk, just 12 minutes down the road.
Thank you,
Al Castiglioni

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StephenGold

Dined on 4 Oct 2026

First time dining there. It was great. My wife had the baked stuff shrimp and I had the honey mustard chicken salad. Both were delicious. Our server was excellent. The drinks were great. We will be back.

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Experience

Mentalist Wed February 10 2027

Ellie's

4.6

4.6 (22)

$30 and under

French

Providence

About the restaurant

Ellie’s at Night is a French bistro in downtown Providence, where candlelight, thoughtful food, and warm hospitality set the tone for an evening meant to be enjoyed at your own pace.

Our dinner menu is inspired by French cuisine and the beauty of each season. We collaborate with local farms & producers to celebrate ingredients at their height, allowing our dishes to transform throughout the year. Guests can choose from our à la carte options or enjoy our prix fixe offering, paired with a thoughtfully curated selection of wines and cocktails.

Whether you’re planning a date night, celebrating something special or simply looking for a beautiful place to spend an evening in Providence, Ellie’s offers an intimate setting where dinner feels like an occasion without needing a reason.

By day, Ellie’s is a Parisian-inspired eatery serving breakfast, lunch, and house-made pâtisserie. By night, the lights dim and Ellie’s becomes a French bistro, welcoming dinner guests Friday through Sunday.

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ClaudiaGold

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

Food was good, super value, really interesting and inventive cocktails and the decor is pretty. I would make the lighting less bright for dinner because it has a significant impact on the ambiance but I’m glad this place is here and am excited to go back!

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Experience

Seasonal Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu

Yellow Door Taqueria - Providence

4.4

4.4 (63)

$30 and under

Mexican

Providence

About the restaurant

Yellow Door Taqueria is a vibrant twist on traditional Mexico City street food, set within a setting inspired by the gritty beauty of Mexico City and the eclectic charm of Cabo. Our traditional tacos have an individual twist and are served on corn tortillas we make fresh every morning. Most dishes on our menu can be prepared gluten-free. We offer a full bar and have a stacked drink menu including different kinds of margaritas, an extensive tequila and mezcal list, as well as craft cocktails, mocktails, Mexican sodas, beer, wine, and more!

The new Providence location is in the ground floor of the Aloft Hotel on Dyer & Dorrance Street in Providence's downtown Innovation District, steps from the CIC, 195 District Park, Brown Medical, JWU, RISD, Brown University, Providence College and more. The Providence YDT boasts a spacious dining room and extensive bar seating, as well a patio for seasonal outdoor dining. Our other locations are in Dorchester, Boston's South End, and Mission Hill.

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simon

Dined on 27 Sept 2026

Great authentic food with a large selection of nice beers and cocktails, highly recommended!

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Experience

Shuck it Sundays

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