The XO Bar

We did not have any food, but my cocktail was amazing! The bartender was very kind and quick. The decor was pretty cool and comfortable. Window seats looked inviting.

I went here for a casual date night with my wife , The drinks were great and on point. Although the food options are limited, the atmosphere and crowd make it a fantastic evening spot

Really nice interior that has managed to accomplish an upscale vibe and yet still feel quite laidback and relaxed. Service was excellent and although we didn’t try the cocktails on this occasion the drinks menu looked good enough to merit a return visit. I somehow felt the need to turn on the disco lighting inside the restroom that was an added surprise.

Okay, so this bar has always been one of my go-to spots — cute vibes, good cocktails, and usually a super fun crowd. But let me just say… it’s not the same without Chris. Chris is literally the heart and soul of this place. He always knows exactly what I want to drink (before I even say it!), gives the best recommendations, and honestly just makes the whole night better with his energy. Like, who let him take time off?! The other bartenders are sweet and trying, but I miss the ✨Chris magic✨. Can’t wait for him to come back — counting down the days!

I had my bachelorette party here and we all had an absolute blast. Heather is an excellent bartender and made us feel so welcome. The cocktails were delicious, music was great, overall my favorite bar in PVD.

We stopped by XO this week and while the food and drinks were still great, it just wasn’t the same without Chris behind the bar! He brings the energy, the laughs, and that extra magic touch that makes the whole experience unforgettable. Can’t wait for him to be back we’ll definitely be first in. XO just isn’t XO without him!

My favorite bartender wasn’t there this weekend hopefully he’s back soon, that was a bummer to the atmosphere. Service is always great! If Chris is there make sure he makes your drink! BEST COCKTAILS EVER!

Amazing spot for cocktails and snacks! I've been here a couple times and am never disappointed. The vibe is relaxed and classy without being snobbish, and the cocktails pack a punch while still being refreshing and complex. My favorites are the garden party and the cold brew martini. The bartenders and servers rock, but if you drink in Providence, you probably already knew that :) If you're lucky, you might even stumble upon one of their food pop-ups like we did—west African food from Talkin' tummy was amazing. I'll be back way too much.

Didn't get a picture! But updating to describe the excellent cocktail Bianca made me! I've been getting the espresso martini by default here cause they are quite good...but my drink of choice is usually a citrusy gimlet of sorts. I mentioned this to Bianca when I was ordering and she essentially said "say less"... made me the perfect drink. I was so pleased... it can get quite busy but if you know the general profile of what you're into- Bianca will get the vision and make you the perfect cocktail. It's that personalized touch that'll get me back again and again!

XO is cute! Always a great spot for celebrations. I've been here on various occasions, mostly birthdays. The drinks are expensive, but not shocking given the feel of this bar. The weekends are always busy and booming. Good vibes.

this place is such a vibe ! the ambiance is so cute ! dj was excellent . we had too much fun here . drinks are STRONG also ! def stop by . bartenders are very friendly and cool. bianca is my fave !

Beautiful beautiful space in a historic building right at the edge of the "downtown" part of North Main Street. There are many cozy seating options (at the gorgeous bar, a banquet in the main space, seating area against the wall away from but in view of the bar, and a separate back room). The night we were there it was busy but not packed with people so we could tell the acoustics were good for older folks (like us). It may have been an off night or a new bartender, but - regrettably - there were a few glitches getting our drinks: the extra dirty martini came to us actually cloudy from the amount of olive juice (but my daughter decided not to return it), and the bartender said out loud that he didn't know what a vesper martini was but he'd look it up to try to make one (ouch). Prices seem a touch high for the RI market; four cocktails cost the same as they would have in LA (per that daughter). Still, the vibe is great, and it was a classy stop for us before dinner. I'll definitely try a different night!

I came here for boozy book club and the drinks were amazing! I had a few cocktails and they all were so great. The ambiance is awesome. It's very posh and chic. It was great for an event as we had a private room. The seating was very cozy and the bar was beautiful. The bar tenders were amazing. They were helpful and made great drinks. I loved coming to this spot. It is a hidden gem!

I love this bar so much. It's the perfect environment to be able to catch up with friends and not have to worry about not being able to hear each other. There's lots of seating options aside from the bar and the service is super quick and everyone is very friendly. The bartenders are also incredibly accommodating and make exceptionally amazing drinks.

We had cocktails and cider. The cider was very good. The smoke show cocktail was sour and smoky, but not sweet, which is very good for me. The blue one I forgot the name, very very sweet. I liked the coconut flavor, but it was too sweet so the flavor didn't show much. I enjoyed the music and the environment. If you want a quite spot, you sit on the other side form the bar. The decor was festive and cute. I loved the sparkle Christmas tree.

Great cocktails in a cozy little space on the edge of college hill. Perfect spot to start or end a night. Service was friendly, but a bit slow. Definitely good for a leisurely time

Very nice space here, great environment. A little pricy for drinks but not too bad. Would come back again.

I went in on a Friday night and was able to get two seats the bar. It was fairly busy and there were plenty of staff on shift. All of the staff were friendly and attentive. The lights were just right for a date night, but I would say it wasn't a romantic type of ambiance with the music and the televisions going. Overall, still a great spot to go get a drink after dinner. The bar has an upbeat vibe and they did a great job with the recent renovations. We got two different drinks and although they were drinkable, I wasn't really impressed, especially for the price. The bill came to $36 for our two drinks and we left craving another drink from somewhere else. Maybe we got the wrong bartender? I've heard so many good things, but I'll have to stick to my favorite craft cocktail spots next time.

This is a fun little bar right on the edge of the action on North Main Street. The bar staff is wicked talented. The night we visited, the bartender made a perfect espresso martini for me with decaf espresso. Decaf espresso! Game changer. I wouldn't have survived if it was a fully caffeinated espresso martini. I moved onto a hot & dirty martini which was also perfectly executed - shaken to filth & all. The vibe is a little contradictory - Hip, modern cocktail bar meets sports bar, I think? The prices & product indicate classy, but the lights are a little bright inside & there are TVs on the walls. I'm not a big fan of TVs in intimate bars, but I suppose if you're ISO a more upscale place to watch a game, this could be your place. Maybe I'm misinterpreting it. Still a sweet spot. Push the button in the bathroom!

I stopped by the XO bar for the first time on a Tuesday evening for drinks. The bartender was very friendly, though because there was only one staff member for the whole bar, there were some times when no one was staffing the bar because she had to do something in the back. Thankfully there weren't too many people on a Tuesday night, so I didn't have to wait super long for my order to be taken. The ambiance was very newly appointed with comfortable seating and interesting lighting. I ordered the Midori Yuzu Sour and also the Bourbon Peach Smash. While I liked both drinks (the Midori was my favorite because I love yuzu, and it also wasn't too sweet. The peach was very strong on the bourbon, but still nice), they are on the steeper side for drinks when I'm not sure that I would say they were outstanding or extremely interesting flavor profiles. Great new drinks spot to check out, but I might gravitate a little more to some of the other cocktail bars in the area!

Stopped in for Tuesday night, which is half off wine night. The sauv blanc bottle we got for $40 (normal price 80, which is truly telling in terms of the markup) was fine. The drink options overall were fairly diverse. The best part, though, is the hip ambiance with tons of different seating options depending on your party. Another big plus was the bartender- super pleasant. Make sure to push the button in the bathroom that says "push".

Probably the best speakeasy near the east side with upscale ambiance, lounge-like music (lofi-ish when I went) and comfy seating options. I dropped in because I was told the espresso martini was phenomenal, but I was a little let down. It was solid but I think I held my expectations too high.

We have a private graduation party here for my son. Everything worked out perfect! Scott was very responsive to all my questions and the staff was very helpful day off and they worked nonstop for the entire time of the party. The vibe of the bar was great and everyone enjoyed themselves. Thanks again!

I've been to the XO Bar twice now and both times I had an incredible experience. The espresso martinis are delicious. The atmosphere and music is lively, lending itself to be a great place to go with friends. Lastly, the service is fantastic. Last night, I showed up with 14 people for my birthday and not only was the service timely in a packed bar, they went above and beyond with a sparkler! We enjoyed ourselves and are excited to go back and recommend.

My wife and I were out in Providence for our anniversary. I saw this Bar/Lounge online and it looked pretty good. I was wrong.....it was amazing!!!!!! The bartenders were fantastic. I'm a non-drinker, but I love a good bar. My wife had an espresso martini and she raved about it. We met another couple a little younger than us (we are in our early 50's) and it was their first time there also. The 4 of us had a great time talking at the bar. The vibe was great. Young and older people enjoying a great Friday night. Such a great find. We will be back 1000%!!!! I wish we could remember the 2 bartenders names (this was Friday night 9/27). They made it a great experience.

Had a wonderful Manhattan here. My wife enjoyed a gin & tonic with grapefruit. Very tasty, and very generous in quantity. Chris our bartender was very attentive and made a great drink. Highly recommend!

Finally dropped by this neighborhood gem on Sunday. My only regret is not coming sooner! Excellent drinks, friendly and welcoming staff and lovely atmosphere. I've been looking for a place to eventually become a "regular" and think this could be the spot!

OK! I've been here now 2-3 times since the reopening and I can say everytime I am left confused. Firstly, the place is BEAUTIFUL! I love the chairs, the bar set up and even the bathroom LOL! But I can say the staff can be tough in my opinion taking away from such a beautiful atmosphere!? I've waited nearly 20 minutes for 2 drinks as the bartender was just talking and talking to those at the bar completely forgetting she had orders. Then when my drink came it was SCREWED. After asking for a lemon drop martini with a sugar rim, I've received their version of a lemon drop with a SALT RIM!? Who salts lemon drops?! I would've then asked for it to be remade but at this point I've waited long enough! I guess that's what I get for ordering off menu... Nonetheless, I cant take away from the atmosphere and I will try again at some point down the line!

This is a fun stylish little bar on North Main. We were there for the NYE party which was great fun. The interiors are attractive. The seating is comfortable and the drinks are quite good.

Great drinks.. bartender was nice and good... I'd definitely go again.. had a pistachio martini it was good

I've been here (counts fingers) 4 times now. It's amazing. The best cocktails, friendly service & swanky interiors. Have yet to have a meal in the dining section, but the cocktails, service, and bar area are A+ all the way. Lots of seating too!

Came in for a late night drink Monday. Looked this place up online, seemed really nice and had great reviews, not many bars are open Monday so we thought we'd give it a try. Place is beautiful but service was AWFUL. Entered the place we were not greeted nor acknowledged. Still tried to give a chance. Bartender finished speaking with regulars came back and still no acknowledgment. We sat on the couches as there wasn't any space at the bar, bartender threw menus on the bar and said come up when you're ready. This made us feel so uncomfortable and not welcomed at all. Glanced at the menu and then just decided to leave. Service definitely takes away from the ambiance of the bar. So badly wanted to try here but do not think I would consider ever going back.

Drinks were awesome bartender was friendly and made some very creative drinks not on the menu that were delicious