CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar

I stopped by CRU today on a whim (it’s been on my “to-try” list for a while), and I’m so glad I finally did! I started with two cocktails—the Golden Fang and the Matchatini. The Golden Fang was strong but perfectly balanced, while the Matchatini was lighter and paired nicely with my entrée. Our table shared the Calamari and Loaded Hash Brown Tots, both served in generous portions and seasoned beautifully without being greasy. For my main dish, I had the Green Cod Curry, which was absolutely delicious. The vermicelli noodles with the cod and curry reminded me of a creative twist on the Thai noodle soups I grew up with—comforting yet unique. I also sampled my friend’s Chicken Pibil with blue corn tostadas, and it was equally flavorful. We finished with the Flourless Brownies, which were rich and decadent without being overly sweet. The restaurant itself is warm and inviting, with plenty of group seating, bar space, and a fantastic open-kitchen concept. A special shoutout to our server Michael B, who was wonderful, and Chef Skyler for such a memorable meal. I can’t wait to come back—next time, I’m trying their brunch.

One of the best places in Providence! The food, the drinks, the service - everything is amazing. We had the lamb shank and pork schnitzel and it was really good. Portion sizes are good and the atmosphere is very welcoming. Must try the golden fang drink also. Can’t wait to try their brunch menu!

I went there for Brunch for the first time. I had a really great experience. The food was delicious and portion size was perfect. Prices are also affordable and the quality of the ingredients was really good. I really appreciated the service I received and that she helped me make informed decisions about what I was ordering. 10/10 experience and will definitely return.

We visited CRU PVD for dinner last week and it was nothing short of amazing. Everything from our appetizer - you HAVE to order the Cannellini Bean Hummus - main courses, dessert, the atmosphere...all top notch! Our favorite however had to be our waiter for the evening, Michael. He made us feel right at home with his humor, his kindness and outstanding recommendations. We'll be back to visit again! - knee-mow-tah

First time going here and it was a wonderful experience!! Our server, Mike, was absolutely the best! He was very attentive with our table and has that type of personality you won’t forget! We got the Calamari & garlic cheese bread for our appetizers, and for our entree we had Khao Piek! Both were so delicious. The chef made sure that the food was to our liking, because I can’t eat cilantro! Skyler was the chef. I also had a few drinks, the Dew drop and it was tasty. Highly recommend this restaurant to everyone..

Fantastic. Can’t wait to come back. I really enjoyed it here. I found everything to be really refreshingly different. Even classic dishes had a fun little spin to them. Really great dining experience.

I visited CRU PVD for Saturday brunch at 9 AM with a friend, and my first impression was great! The interior design immediately stood out—modern, stylish, and reminiscent of Northern Europe, where I lived for two months about a decade ago. The ambiance felt fresh and inviting, making it a great spot to start the weekend. The service was excellent. The staff had a welcoming and positive vibe, and my server, in particular, was incredibly friendly, kind, and attentive. It made the experience even more enjoyable. As for the food, I ordered the Dutch baby and a burrito. Both were good, but not particularly memorable. They were well-prepared, but I wouldn’t say they stood out enough to make me crave them again. That said, I’m open to trying a different dish on my next visit. One downside was the music. The volume was unnecessarily loud, and the choice of old punky pop music felt out of place for a relaxed brunch setting. It disrupted the otherwise comfortable atmosphere, making it harder to enjoy a slow, peaceful morning meal. Overall, CRU PVD has a lot of potential. The interior and service are fantastic, and the food is solid, though I’d love to explore more of the menu. I just hope they reconsider the music choice or volume to better match the light and cozy brunch experience many people look for. I’ll be back, but maybe with earplugs!

Great news restaurant in Providence. We had the cannelloni bean hummus which was delicious, a long with the pork schnitzel and green curry cod. So good!

What went well? Hmm.. let me see... everything! Food, double..no triple check. Ambiance-warm and inviting. Staff..best ever! As soon as I entered the restaurant for Sunday brunch, I was greeted warmly and made to feel at home by Tara. I was introduced to Juliet, my waitress, and, let me say, she's one of the best. While I waited for my guest to arrive, she let me take my time and peruse the menu. Eventually I settled on an item, my first choice. Juliet redirected me to my second choice, though, a similar item that turned out to be phenomenal. When I tasted this breakfast burrito, the first bite was an explosion of flavor. I had that DAMN! experience. And the texture- perfect. I ordered a drink called, Some Like It Hot. It was the perfect blend of sweet and hot, just the way I like it. When my friend arrived and settled in, they served up the same welcome and made her feel warm and toasty, inside and out, on a chilly day. Before we left, we met almost all of the staff, including the sous chef who was just getting his sea legs. He was kind and warm, and clearly a fabulous chef. Another waiter, Michael, was so attentive, always checking in to make sure our dishes were cleared, offering great cheer. This is a place where you feel like family, even though the dishes are gourmet. (My friend said the hash that she ordered was the best she'd ever had.) This is my new place to hang. Run, don't walk to CRU PVD, the new place to be!

I stopped by CRU today on a whim (it's been on my "to-try" list for a while), and I'm so glad I finally did! I started with two cocktails--the Golden Fang and the Matchatini. The Golden Fang was strong but perfectly balanced, while the Matchatini was lighter and paired nicely with my entrée. Our table shared the Calamari and Loaded Hash Brown Tots, both served in generous portions and seasoned beautifully without being greasy. For my main dish, I had the Green Cod Curry, which was absolutely delicious. The vermicelli noodles with the cod and curry reminded me of a creative twist on the Thai noodle soups I grew up with--comforting yet unique. I also sampled my friend's Chicken Pibil with blue corn tostadas, and it was equally flavorful. We finished with the Flourless Brownies, which were rich and decadent without being overly sweet. The restaurant itself is warm and inviting, with plenty of group seating, bar space, and a fantastic open-kitchen concept. A special shoutout to our server Michael B, who was wonderful, and Chef Skyler for such a memorable meal. I can't wait to come back--next time, I'm trying their brunch.

Let me start by saying that I don't consider myself a "foodie" and rarely get excited about going to a restaurant but my experience at CRU PVD YELP event was amazing. CRU pulled out all the stops. The served Crispy Calamari, Pan Fried Turnip Cake, Steak Frites (delicious potato wedges rather than fries), Whole Roasted Chicken Pibil - (Some of the most tasty and moist chicken I have ever eaten), Sorbet, and a Flourless Brownies. Everything was delicious and fresh tasking. I think the thing that really topped the experience off was the positive energy of the entire staff. Everyone seemed to actually enjoy doing their jobs and making the customers happy! The whole placed just seemed to buzzing with good vibes. Based on this experience I plan on going back to CRU for dinner.

So sad to say - I think this may have been the worst meal I have ever had in Providence. While the atmosphere of the place is nice and the staff is polite, the food, on multiple visits (because everyone is entitled to a bad day) just isn't up to par. It feels like the menu is trying hard to be "interesting" at the expense of mastering the basics. Lack of flavor, and overly greasy, I just can't in good conscience recommend a visit here. I had such high hopes but alas, this spot just isn't it.

This was my second time going to Cru since I stopped by the first week they opened! We got a bunch of different dishes to share. For drinks, I got a matchatini which was delicious (and one of the better matcha drinks I've had). For appetizers, we got the cheesy garlic bread, olive oil shrimp, and loaded baby tater tots. The cheesy garlic bread was delicious, though the sauce on the side didn't seem to go that well with the bread. The shrimp was also a refreshing appetizer and was similar to crudo. The loaded tater tots were probably my favorite appetizer - there was so much and they were nice and crispy. For entrees, we got the pork schnitzel, summer pasta, and the ribs. The schnitzel is probably my favorite item on the menu since it's a relatively large cut and also very crispy. The summer pasta was a nice addition to the pork. The ribs were probably our least favorite since they were a bit more on the rare side, but it was still good! We finished off with the blueberry cheesecake, which was the perfect way to end our meal.

This was my first time at CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar. I checked it out with a friend for brunch on a Sunday. I had made a reservation and were seated right away. CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar gives a warm and welcoming vibe and it smelled so good. Previously Bayberry Beer Garden was in this space, but I've never had an opportunity to visit it. My friend said CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar did a lot of renovations to make it their own space, but there is still some remnants like an exposed brick wall. Looking at the cocktail menu, my eyes were immediately drawn to the matcha-tini ($16.00). OMG WHAT??!! I'm not a big fan of espresso martini, so when I saw the matcha-tini, I had to absolutely get it. I asked the server if I could substitute oat milk with whole milk and that was no problem. The matcha-tini also had japanese vodka, genepy, honey, and matcha tea. It was so smooth and the perfect combination. For food, we had the Dean St. Breakfast Burrito ($11) and added house-made chicken sausage ($3). The burrito had scrambled eggs, baby hash-browns, cheddar cheese, and garlic-chili aioli all wrapped in a tortilla. It was stuffed with prime and fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every single bite of this burrito and it was very filling. Both the drink and food were delivered quickly and were perfect. Fafi was our server and was very friendly. I can't wait to visit CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar again for brunch or for dinner.

Great service. The cocktails were fantastic. The food was very good. The portions sizes vary. So the breakfast sandwiches are just sandwiches. But the entrees were huge. Highly recommend brunch here.

My husband and I came to this location for brunch several months back. We were both surprised by the flavorful and delicious food we ordered. The atmosphere was lovely and the staff were pleasant. They really took to my husband and well, the drinks kept coming!! Oh, and the Irish coffee (alcoholic beverage) was AMaZING!

Scrumptious food cooked to perfection with elegant color-coordinated garnishes, such as violets and nasturtium flowers. A green tequila cocktail with an orange-colored salt rim. Extra tasty & extra strong! Comfortable seating and easy-going decor so I felt ok to truly relax. What impressed me the most at CRU is how warm & congenial the staff is. This is food and vibes that feel like home (if you were raised by gourmet chefs, that is!)

I'm not a fan of Valentine's Day so I always take hubby out for a non-valentine's day dinner sometime before the 14th. This year, I selected CRU PVD for their Providence Restaurant Week menu. It used to be the Bayberry Beer Hall. The new decor is gorgeous! Our server was a delight! He offered great suggestions, provided us with beverage samples & allowed us to switch out one appetizer. We started with a dirty CRU Vodka martini with blue cheese-stuffed olives. It is a vodka made special for CRU - super smooth. If I had to nitpick, it would be that the olives were industrially stuffed with blue cheese, not done by hand in the kitchen. That being said, it was a great start to an outstanding meal! I opted for the wine pairings while hubby enjoyed a Moniker Brewery pilsner. The appetizer was paired with a Vignerons de Buxy Bourgogne Blanc, main course with Anciano Crianza Rioja & dessert with Guidobono Barbera. I enjoyed all of them. I also sampled the house rosé on tap. We upgraded one appetizer to try the white bean hummus but everything else was right off the menu. The butter bean hummus with warm pita & Aleppo chili crunch was the stuff that dreams are made of! It was so creamy & the chili crunch was just the right amount of spicy, I could have made a meal of those warm pitas! I selected the lamb tartare with herbs, pickled mustard seeds, semolina-sourdough cracker. It was earthy & delicious. Hubby selected the colossal shrimp with crispy rice, daikon radish, xo sauce, furikake. Let's all just say "furikake" out loud, over & over (it makes us laugh!). The shrimp were perfectly cooked, the crispy rice was a nice bite & the sauce pulled it all together. I ordered the duck raviolo, grana padano brodo & radicchio. Beautiful & savory. I was a bit on the full side by this point, so I took the rest home & had it for breakfast. YUM! We shared the cream puff with dark chocolate sauce & the blood orange sorbet sprinkled with course sea salt. Two very different desserts & both were so good. We can't wait to go back to try other delicious items off the menu & another order of the white bean hummus! Highly recommend. NOM NOM NOM #YUM

Excellent service, good food, in a relaxed atmosphere with a hip vibe. Would definitely return. Small menu with limited options though.

Ok, so we went to the disco event while I was in RI. What a fabulous place. The food was amazing and it was really a fun event. The only thing I didn't like was the cucumber margarita. Everything else was 10 stars in my book. Food photos below. Turnip cakes were crazy good. I'll attach the menu and the food photos. Love love loved it!

I'd like to give a 4+* to the server and folks there, but the food was just meh. Don't know how the 4.7* happened. We started with the hommus app - pretty good and generous. No complaints. For entrees, we got the turnip cakes and the green curry cod. They were just ok - not that flavorful and/or exciting. A disappointment. The place itself is pretty and open, but a little bright for dinner. All in all maybe a 3.5 rating, but the food was the clincher.

Went before hitting the Jack O Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Zoo and did not disappoint. The loaded buffalo chicken hashbrowns were a TEN - we'd come back just for those. Hummus bowl and wedge salad were also highlights. Lastly, great selection of local micro brews on tap.

Very nice servers but I wasn't impressed. The oil poached shrimp were ok; should have brought some bread to mop up the oil. The lobster roll was pretty dry and tasteless. I did enjoy my blueberry cheesecake (deconstruted?) .

I have been twice for brunch and both times are scrumptious. The cocktails, wait staff and the shing star the food were all amazing. Thry had a special raspberry pop tart that was huge & phenomenal a MUST. I loved their hash browns also. I can't say a negative word. I felt that the waitstaff knows there food & drinks and made great recommendations. Going back fo sho!

I stopped by on a whim for apps and a drink. I loved the food, service, and style of this place. They showcase artwork from local artists, which is a nice detail. Our server, Kalea, was attentive and sweet. I'll be back to try more from the menu!

Beautiful environment, excellent service (thank you Michael!) and delicious food! They have the best unique weekly specials.

We had a great breakfast here a couple weeks ago. From the welcoming and informative host who also ended up being our server, to the delicious food, we loved it here! I had the breakfast burrito and my dining companion had the Dutch baby. We were both very happy! We had recently dined at CRU Newport for brunch. The menu and concept is completely different. This is sit down versus counter service at Newport. They also offer dinner at this location.

Love the upscale modern atmosphere and the elevated comfort food! The staff were so friendly and welcoming and offered us a notebook to sign when our check arrived - such a fun and friendly idea! The croque madame sandwich was absolutely stunning in presentation and taste - a must try!

I was in town with my family and the other reviews for CRU drew us straight in for brunch. We had such a fun experience and look fwd to returning in the future. Service: I can't express how kind & welcoming everyone at the front of house were. We were traveling with our (very hungry) toddler, who the staff gifted with one of their notebooks. It was a kind gesture, which are her day and calmed her down until her meal arrived. Food: I regretfully didn't take any pictures, but we ordered scrambled eggs, hash browns, chilaquiles, and the (seasonal special?) kimchi egg sandwich. The quality of everything was exceptional. The eggs felt fresh rather than from a carton. The chilaquiles were the right amount of crunchy and soft (the seasoning from the sauce was SO flavorful), and the added kimchi mayo was a fun take on their egg sandwich. I would have liked to see an actual kimchi garnish for an added kick, but this was exactly as it was described. And y'all... Do not sleep on these hash browns!! We were kicking ourselves for not picking up an extra order to-go!

It was low key mid for brunch. The food presentation wasn't that good so I didn't even end up taking pictures. Just as bland as the presentation, the flavor was also lacking. The decor and vibes of the restaurant are good and the service was excellent but otherwise Cru was overrated and I found myself disappointed. I would rather go to a dingy diner with good food next time than settle for good interior design and mediocre food.

Went for brunch and the food was delicious. The pop tart was flaky and flavorful without being very sweet, it was an unexpected treat (big enough to share among 4-6 people). If you like mezcal, the Gabriella is a must try, smokey with a hint of heat. Juan was our waiter, he was very friendly and attentive.

Too loud! Too slow to deliver food. The food below average. This restaurant is overrated!

as soon as I walked in I was greeted by a very friendly gentleman, he asked if I'd been before and when I told him it was my first visit he smiled and said welcome! we got the cheesy garlic bread starter... oh my it was amazing!!!! as my main course I ordered the steak tips dinner, the delicious sauce they cook it in was the best!!! and the roasted potatoes were perfect with a bit of crisp on the outside and soft and puffy inside. I highly recommended this meal!! and to finish it off we had cherry cheesecake!!! even if you're just looking for dessert it's worth the trip!! and order the frozen lemonade... trust me!! the waiter we had, Michael, and the GM Tara, were so very nice, informative and so engaging with all the guests. I honestly give them a 10 out of 5, you will not be dissatisfied ! can't wait to go there for brunch!!

Wish I could give this place a better rating, but my experience was just not as great as I hoped. I visited with four friends on a Sunday morning for brunch. The host was a bit standoffish when I asked if they had a table for five. The wait was around 30 minutes, which we were fine with. After getting seated, the food then took another 45 minutes to get to our table. I was first served my side of eggs and bacon, which were well cooked, but basic and uninspired. After waiting another ten minutes I finally got my pancake, which was delicious, but a bit one note after a few bites. It could have used a fruit topping to freshen it up. Overall, I personally feel the host was not welcoming, service was too slow, and food was okay, but not worth the total wait of 1 hour & 15 minutes. I did enjoy the interior finishes and ambience inside. Wish them all the best, but probably won't be visiting again for brunch. I may return to give the Dinner menu a shot.

If you are in downtown by the main Post office and want to have a bite' this is the place. Along side you will be helping out future cheefs and waiters of our Rhode Island. This venue we offer an ambiance that remind you those long nights at the library during college times BUT you get excellent food and peace and quiet. The best of two worlds. Totally recommend this venue. Let's support our LOVELY RHODE ISLAND

Amazing food.... the kind you would see in a fancy food magazine!!! The employees were soooo friendly!!!

Delicious! Tons of gluten free options that are incredible. Started with the loaded baby hash browns and had the steak frites for an entree. Can't wait to go back again!

I really wanted to like CRU. Bayberry Beer Hall got us through the pandemic, so we're big fans of the chef's food. Today was our second time there, and it was another let down. The first time was right after they opened, and our roasted chicken dish had soft, improperly cooked skin with sad vegetables. We came back today for brunch after hearing good things. It was my wife's birthday, and she wanted to try the dutch babies. I made a reservation where I indicated that it was her birthday, and it wasn't acknowledged at all. The dutch babies ended up being pretty good, but they came out well before the rest of our food. We wanted more syrup for our dutch babies as well as more coffee, and couldn't flag down our waiter after multiple attempts. The restaurant was half full at this point, so I'm not sure what was going on. We were finishing our lukewarm dutch babies once the rest of our food came, and it was all pretty meh, except the pastrami carrots. To add insult to injury, as we were wrapping up, the table behind us got a dutch baby with a birthday candle. We moved to Providence, in part, because of the great local restaurants, so we desperately want to see neighborhood spots like CRU succeed. I hope our experience was an aberration and not the norm.

The service was great, and my cod with curry was acceptable But, my ist is that I ordered a burger cooked rare, the only proper way to present one, and was told that they will not cook it less than medium. This is a big mistake-every other similar restaurant, such as Red Stripe, has no problem with a delicious rare burger. I think they should consider pleasing the customer with a reasonable request

Food was amazing. Michael - best server ever. I highly recommend Sunday Brunch scallion pancakes.

Went in with high expectations after reading the menu and was not disappointed! The space is big and open, but still feels so cozy. Love the open kitchen. Service was top notch, everyone was so sweet and attentive. The weekend brunch menu has some unique flavors that are done beautifully! Loved the miso honey butter and it's always great to see a dutch baby on a menu. And the portions are perfect! (even the kid's portions are pretty big!).

Went in by myself and enjoyed a burger at the bar. The service was friendly and quick. I used to frequent bayberry here, specifically for the burger and I have missed it so much this is a perfect replacement. My fav burger spot is back!

This hummus and bread was to die for. Olives were amazeballs too. Frozen margaritas were on point. Above all the staff, Kayleigh and Katie and Michael (the dancer) were so fun and welcoming.

The food was delicious! The staff was really friendly and gave great recommendations. I really appreciate that they had a number of non-alcoholic cocktails, our phony negroni was amazing. I wish I had saved room for dessert. Will definitely come back.

Second time coming to this restaurant and the food is AMAZING. The flavors... MY GOD. The service is amazing; very welcoming staff and very friendly. The cocktails are very good. The ambience is lovely. My husband and I agreed that this is our new favorite spot in Providence.

We had an absolutely fabulous meal at CRU! I highly recommend for fresh, inventive, and delicious food and amazing, friendly waitstaff. Everything tasted great--from the wedge salad (one of the best salads we have ever had), to the summer pasta, to the banana toffee pie. Great vibe and amazing food!

Quality food at a great price! Also a really cute artsy atmosphere and super kind and friendly staff. A hit for brunch or dinner.

Great food and atmosphere! Delicious and affordable drinks and appetizers. Definitely a must!

we went to crupvd on Saturday we were met by Michael & bartender kaleigh the recommended the short ribs & I selected the bolognese they were both presen perfect and the were delicious and filling, so we had to pass this time but will try next visit , we highly recommend the cru Pvd , the service & food is wonderful, the drinks are great as well.

The food was delicious, the drinks were tasty, the service was great (Michael is a riot) and the ambiance was nice. I highly recommend folks check out CRU!

Fantastic ! Amazing service, Kevin was exceptional! I went here for brunch and everything was fabulous! I cannot recommend one item over another. Some unique menu items as well as some familiar favs. Great drinks. Highly recommend !

My first time was today Mother's day, fell In love with the food atmosphere and our server Mike. I will be back and will definitely be asking for Mike he made the whole experience special.

Great elevated breakfast, with the basics and more. Very fresh, great vibe, friendly service. Just what Providence needed!

Wow! We've been meaning to get here since it opened late December and finally made it. You would think looking at this restaurant with the open floor plan that it wouldn't be as warm as it is, but it really is a great environment. for drinks, we had the open fire and the this and yap. both were exceptional and the price is right. When can you get a $12 cocktail in Providence????? The Caesar salad appetizer was excellent and is enough to share for two. The pork schnitzel was great and I will definitely order it again. The roasted squash entrée was hearty, warm and flavorful. We were able to walk in on a Saturday night at 6:30 and get a table, I bet the next time we try to come here they'll be a line. They are on to something right here .....

Food and service were excellent! Cool place to also just chill and have drinks......................

My friends and I were so excited to try here. Our waiter was very nice! Unfortunately we wanted the Dutch baby for the table but after ordering said they ran out. Next, we waited 1 hour and 15 minutes for our food. Once we got it (I got the chilaquiles), my eggs were over hard. We didn't get anything discounted/ taken off the bill