Pizzico Ristorante in Providence, Rhode Island

I found a new favorite Italian restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island. Pizzico Ristorante (now Pizzico Oyster Bar) is the perfect place to stop for a light Italian lunch on a summer afternoon. There is outdoor seating for those interested in enjoying the warm weather. The indoor dining room features nice touches like brick walls, great photography, and a cozy, stylish design.

Stylish dining room at Pizzico Ristorante in Providence, Rhode Island
Nice brick walls and photography at Pizzico Ristorante in Providence, Rhode Island

I ordered the Pasta di Zucca, a delicious Pumpkin Ravioli topped with a creamy pesto sauce and chopped tomatoes. To date, one of the best plates of ravioli I have ever ordered. The serving sizes are small, however, the food is excellent.

Pumpkin Ravioli at Pizzico Ristorante in Providence, Rhode Island

Mike ordered a Spinach & Feta Pizza with spinach, mozzarella, mushroom, and tomatoes. The waitress was fine with switching out feta cheese for the mozzarella. The pizza was delicious; exactly what he had envisioned.

Spinach pizza at Pizzico Ristorante in Providence, Rhode Island

The menu includes many seafood based apps (Crispy Shrimp, Shrimp and Scallop Bruschetta), a raw bar, a variety of fresh salads, Tuscan grilled pizza, and a variety of pasta and meat based entrees. Recent entree choices have included Crab Spaghetti and Lobster Penne alla Vodka.

I would dine at Pizzico again: the food was excellent, the dining room was stylish and classy, and the service was friendly. Pumpkin Ravioli is my favorite dish! It is very hard to find; I am glad to know that a local restaurant in the Providence area specializes in this dish!

Pizzico Additional Details

Address: 762 Hope Street Providence, RI 41114
Hours: 4-9pm (Mon-Thurs), Noon-10pm (Fri and Sat), Noon-9pm (Sunday)

Pizzico Menus

Pizzico menu

Also be sure to check out my full guide to visiting Providence