About Murphy's

Established in 1929, Murphy's is the oldest running pub in Providence, a longevity it credits to heaping sandwiches, hearty dinners, modest prices, and great service.

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Hand holding a halved toasted sandwich stacked with thinly sliced roast beef, melted cheese, tomato, and lettuce

Luckily, there's no shortage of fabulous lunch spots within walking distance of downtown where you can grab a sandwich on the run. Here are a few of my favorites:

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HALLOWEENIES! Yup, you heard me right. Who says that hot dogs are just summer fare? Not me. Give me all the brats, saugys, wieners, frankfurters and dawgs you got.

Downtown Providence street with historic brick buildings and a theater marquee.

Pre-gaming in PVD? There’s everything you need just a short distance away from the Amica Mutual Pavilion (AMP), Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), Trinity Rep and more.

Troop lunch

While most restaurants offer lunch on the weekend, it can take a little searching to find out just who is open during the week. Luckily, we've done the searching for you! Read on for some of our favorite Monday through Friday lunch spots.

What’s Nearby

Exterior of the Neptune Hotel at dusk, a historic red brick building with a glowing vertical "HOTEL" marquee sign, a navy Neptune banner, and a warmly lit entrance.

Neptune, an Ash hotel, is built around the history and culture of Providence. This historical building has been elegantly transformed into a 52-room hotel in the heart of Providence’s Downcity district. Filled with custom furniture, craftwork from local purveyors, and found objects from Europe and beyond, Neptune revels in the details and values collaboration with our neighbors. Neptune, an Ash hotel, is built around the history and culture of Providence. This historical building has been elegantly transformed into a 52-room hotel in the heart of Providence’s Downcity district. Filled with custom furniture, craftwork from local purveyors, and found objects from Europe and beyond, Neptune revels in the details and values collaboration with our neighbors.

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Elegant dining corner at Memere's with a curved red floral banquette, white-clothed round table set with glassware and a flower arrangement, and warm wall sconces beside a large window.

Mémère’s is a French-inspired bistro in Providence offering a refined yet approachable dining experience rooted in New England comfort. The restaurant combines seasonal cuisine, a thoughtfully curated beverage program, and attentive service within a warm, candlelit setting—ideal for both business gatherings and social occasions. Mémère’s is a French-inspired bistro in Providence offering a refined yet approachable dining experience rooted in New England comfort. The restaurant combines seasonal cuisine, a thoughtfully curated beverage program, and attentive service within a warm, candlelit setting—ideal for both business gatherings and social occasions.

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Exterior of Residence Inn in Providence, RI

Set the pace at Residence Inn Providence Downtown. Whether you're with us for a few days, weeks or months, your daily routine matters. Thrive with our close location to Amtrak and Rhode Island Convention Center and start your mornings with a free hotel breakfast followed by evening drinks in our social hour. Later, join us at The Grand Cocktail Bar in the lobby serving beer, wine and spirits from 6PM to 11PM daily. Our downtown hotel is wired with free, high-speed Internet and includes additional amenities such as a fitness center, meeting room and fresh coffee. Relax and unwind on your own time in a spacious studio or one-bedroom hotel suite featuring separate living and sleeping areas, a fully equipped kitchen and free grocery delivery services for all-day bites in Providence, Rhode Island. At Residence Inn Providence Downtown, achieve a healthy balance between business and kicking back. Set the pace at Residence Inn Providence Downtown. Whether you're with us for a few days, weeks or months, your daily routine matters. Thrive with our close location to Amtrak and Rhode Island Convention Center and start your mornings with a free hotel breakfast followed by evening drinks in our social hour. Later, join us at The Grand Cocktail Bar in the lobby serving beer, wine and spirits from 6PM to 11PM daily. Our downtown hotel is wired with free, high-speed Internet and includes additional amenities such as a fitness center, meeting room and fresh coffee. Relax and unwind on your own time in a spacious studio or one-bedroom hotel suite featuring separate living and sleeping areas, a fully equipped kitchen and free grocery delivery services for all-day bites in Providence, Rhode Island. At Residence Inn Providence Downtown, achieve a healthy balance between business and kicking back.

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Three drag performers in sparkling bodysuits and a red gown perform on a stage framed by hanging wisteria flowers, while an audience watches beneath a large purple disco ball

Providence's premier gay bar and home of the weekly Sangria Sundays featuring guest bartenders from all over New England. Enjoy this friendly downtown bar, where everyone is welcome and made to feel at home. Providence's premier gay bar and home of the weekly Sangria Sundays featuring guest bartenders from all over New England. Enjoy this friendly downtown bar, where everyone is welcome and made to feel at home.

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