Just a short walk from the Rhode Island Convention Center, the Amica Mutual Pavilion and most other downtown locations, the historic Providence Public Library features several meeting spaces, including the elegant Marble Staircase & Balcony, the Mural Room, additional all-purpose seminar rooms and an auditorium that seats 250. 

For a truly unique off-site location for your next event, however, look no further than The Culinary Hub of Providence (CHOP). Tucked right inside the library, CHOP is a culinary experience, an educational center and a cultural melting pot all in one.

At CHOP, every dish tells a story. The globally inspired menu — featuring dishes like Duck Banh Mi, Caribbean Cobb Salad and Chicken Tikka — brings together bold flavors from around the world, crafted with locally sourced ingredients. But what makes CHOP truly special is its mission: it doubles as a training ground for aspiring chefs, giving students real-world kitchen experience while serving restaurant-quality meals.

CHOP dishes

CHOP's impact extends far beyond the plate, thanks to its partnership with the Genesis Center, a Providence-based nonprofit dedicated to workforce development. Through this collaboration, CHOP offers a Chef Training Program designed to equip students predominantly from underserved communities with the skills needed for a career in the culinary industry. The program starts with a six-week introduction to professional kitchen work, covering everything from knife skills to world cuisines. From there, students can continue their training through apprenticeships, internships or entrepreneurship pathways. By dining at CHOP, you're directly supporting a mission that helps foster talent and create opportunities in the food industry.

While there, you're invited to observe and engage with the cooking process. The open kitchen allows you to see for yourself the skill and enthusiasm put into crafting your meal. Meanwhile, the chef demonstration bar offers a front-row seat to live culinary showcases, where visiting chefs, food producers and culinary instructors bring their skills to life.

Located within one of Providence's most iconic buildings, CHOP offers the perfect blend of history, culture and cuisine. Whether you're looking for a cozy cafe stop after exploring the city, a casual-yet-sophisticated dinner, or a place to discover new flavors while supporting a good cause, CHOP delivers.

Still wondering if CHOP is right for your next meeting or reception? Take our word for it! CHOP was the perfect site for a Jacques Pépin-inspired dinner during the recent Providence Culinary Collective food and wine festival.