Following a successful 2025 season, Federal Hill's “Al Fresco on the Hill" returns June 13 and will run through Sept. 5, 2026, with restaurant seating expanded onto the street on Saturdays from 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Brought to you by the Federal Hill Commerce Association, "Al Fresco on the Hill" features restaurants, retailers, live entertainment and artistic performances.
Traffic will be open to vehicles from Bradford Street to Dean Street along Atwells Avenue, with participating restaurants in this area setting up parklet dining on the Avenue, right in front of their doors. Atwells Avenue, from Dean Street to Acorn Street, will be closed to all vehicle traffic from 3:30 p.m.– 2:30 a.m.
Reservations are suggested for this popular dining experience. Many participating restaurants offer valet parking. Additional on-street parking is available, as well as in paid valet lots at 126 Spruce St., 107 Federal St., 57 Sutton St., 90 DePasquale Ave. and 70 Dean St.
Participating Restaurants
Andino's Italian Restaurant
Blackstone on the Hill
Cafecito & Helado Taiyaki
Cafe Italia
Carrara's Shoes
Cassarino's Restaurant
Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante
Crown Providence
Federal Hill Wine & Spirits
Garbolino Boutique
Harry's Bar & Burger
Helado Taiyaki
Il Massimo
Miso Mozza
Ours
Palermo's Martini Bar
Palermo's Pizza
Providence Oyster Bar
Reputable Fiction
Roam
Roma Ristorante
Scialo Brothers Bakery
Terra Luna
Terra Negra Cantina
Trattoria Appia
Twelve 21 Restaurant & Lounge
Varsity Luxury Sports Bar
Venda Bar
Wally's Wieners
Federal Hill Gallery
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