When it comes to food, Rhode Island's Olivia Culpo is known for her taste.
The reality star's family has opened five restaurants in the state since 2017, including The Back 40, Union + Main, Lake Taco, Evie's, and Black Oak Kitchen & Drink, in which she is involved. are doing. And she has always been public about the following on social media: She loves Rhode Island food.
So it's no wonder that when she did an “Ask Me Anything” on her Instagram Story, someone asked her for a restaurant recommendation in Rhode Island and she responded with one.
She gave me at least 13 spots to try. Check out her list here.
Location: 100 Sabra St., Cranston
She was recently spotted in Twin Oaks with fiancé Christian McCaffrey for a friend's baby shower, and she's always loved Twin Oaks. She especially loves chicken parmesan.
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Location: 577 S. Water St., Providence
She called the place “very good Italian food,” which is saying something in a state known for Italian food.
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Location: 262 S. Water St, Providence
Another Italian restaurant, this riverside dining spot has great food and atmosphere.
Location: Multiple
Avenue N, an American restaurant serving modern cuisine, takes pride in the careful sourcing of its ingredients.
Location: 230 Massasoit Avenue, East Providence
Culpo praised the restaurant, saying, “They have really delicious fried chicken.”
Location: 629 Succotash Road, Wakefield
If there's one thing this place is known for, it's its oysters, which Culpo declared “the best oysters on the planet.”
Location: 318 Broadway, Providence
For the brunch location, Culpo chose Julian's. They've been in the brunch game for 30 years and describe themselves as “the brunchiest brunch ever.”
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Location: 50 Westminster St., Providence
Culpo said the Italian restaurant is “really cute.”
Location: 59 South County Commons Way, Wakefield
“He's in the top 12 in the United States for pizza,” Culpo said, alluding to his ranking in the prestigious “World's Best Pizzeria Guide.” They make Neapolitan style pizza.
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NY system “Winnie's”
Location: There are many places where you can buy New York System Wieners.
As every Rhode Islander knows, this is what you get when you “stay out late,” as Culpo recommended.
Location: 138 Bellevue Ave., Newport
“If you want a Newport experience,” Culpo recommends going to Italian restaurant Pasta Beach.
Location: 11 Bowens Wharf, Newport
Another Newport mix, this Mexican restaurant is located on Bowen's Wharf in the heart of downtown Newport.
Location: 351 Thames St., Newport
To be precise, this is a hotel with several restaurants. Culpo recommended a spot by the sea because “it has a great view.”
Other mentions
Culpo also sent a message of encouragement to Creos in Providence, which closed in February after failing to renew its liquor license. She also mentioned Harry's Burgers in Newport, which closed during the pandemic.