Compiled by Food Editor Gail Ciampa (gciampa [at] projo.com)

Updated 04.28.05

A new batch this week... (Last week's entries)

Abbey Grill, 215 Bank St., Fall River, will serve a buffet from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call for reservations (508) 679-9108.

Adesso, 161 Cushing St., Providence, will be open from 1 to 9 p.m. serving the regular menu with some specials. Reservations accepted at (401) 521-0770.

Angelo's Civita Farnese, 141 Atwells Ave., Providence, will hold seatings at noon, 1:30, 3 and 4:30 p.m. The menu includes favorites from the regular menu as well as lobster ravioli, baked ham with raisin/pineapple sauce, veal cutlet Parmesan, fusilli bolognese, baked stuffed shrimp, roasted chicken and grilled sirloin steak. To reserve, call (401) 621-8171.

Big Fish, 370 Richmond St., Providence, will open for dinner at 3 p.m. Delicacies of the sea will include pan-seared Georges Bank cod with Taylor Bay scallops served with artichoke ravioli and a spring onion and asparagus fricassee; roasted cedar plank salmon filet with shrimp stuffing and served with a hot and sour broth, and for dessert a homemade ice cream sandwich with macadamia nut and chocolate cookies with vanilla bean ice cream. For reservations, call (401) 751-3474 (FISH). The restaurant will offer free valet parking.

Blue Plate Diner, 636 West Main Rd., Middletown, will serve the regular menu from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Call (401) 848-9500.

Casey's, 191 Old Tower Hill Rd., Wakefield, is offering a brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. There will be a carving station with roast beef tenderloin with bordelaise sauce and balsamic marinated roast pork loin with sweet and sour raspberry sauce. Breakfast selections include omelet and crepe stations, eggs, pork sausage, smoked bacon, French toast, Quiche Lorraine tartlets, fruit and muffins, along with salads, vegetables and dessert. $17.95 per person, $7.95 for children 12 and under, under age 4, free. For reservations, call (401) 789-9714.

Cherrystones, 898 Oakland Beach, Warwick, has expanded seatings beginning at 8 a.m. and going until 4 p.m. The cost is $19.95 for adults; $13.95 for children 12 and younger. Call (401)732-2532 to reserve.

The Gatehouse, Richmond Square, Providence, will host a buffet brunch from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The cost is $27 for adults with a reduced rate for children. For later diners, there will be an a la carte menu from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. (401) 521-9229.

The General Stanton Inn, 4115 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, is serving a buffet brunch and lunch menu from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $24.95, $10.95 for children between 6 and 10 years old, under 6 eat free. Reservations suggested. For information, call (401) 364-8888.

Giorgio's the Steakhouse, 30 Third St. 4th Floor, Fall River, offers a special holiday menu with selections starting at $16.95 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (508) 672-8242.

Gregg's Restaurants & Pubs will offer several dinner specials in celebration of Mother's Day, including grilled salmon with dill sauce, Gregg's roast turkey dinner and calamari Mediterranean. For more information, call (401) 738-5700 or visit the Web site at www.greggsusa.com.

Hillside Country Club, 82 Hillside Ave., Rehoboth, will serve a brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will include carved baked ham and roast turkey breast, omelet station, Belgian waffles, bacon, sausage, home fries and other breakfast items, pasta entrees, desserts, coffee and juice. The cost is $17.95 for adults, half price for children. Reservations are required. Call (508) 252-9761 or visit www.hillsidecountryclub.com.

Il Fornello, 16 Josephine St., North Providence, will be open with a full menu, seatings at 1 and 3:30 p.m. For reservations, call (401) 722-5599.

Il Piccolo, 1450 Atwood Ave., Johnston, will be open from noon to 6 p.m. serving the regular menu and specials. Call (401) 421-9843 for reservations.

LaMoia Tapas Bar, 292 Pocasset Ave., Providence, will be open from noon to 5 p.m. Reservations suggested. For information, call (401) 942-2505 or visit www.lamoiatapas.com.

OceAnna Restaurant & Grill, 95 William St., New Bedford, will serve a buffet from 1 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call for reservations (508) 997-8465.

Olerio's, 1099 Park Ave., Cranston, will be open from noon to 6 p.m. offering our full menu. Reservations accepted. Call (401) 943-1980.

One Bellevue Restaurant, located in the Hotel Viking, Newport, will be celebrating with a brunch served from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Chefs Brian Garrabrant and Jason Timothy will present a selection of hot dishes including stuffed French toast, eggs Benedict, halibut and salmon dishes. The dessert table will present grape sponge cake (with peanut butter whipped cream and three cream reduction), strawberry mousse and lemon bombe. There will be a free mimosa for each dinner. The price is $34, $20 for children (under 3 are free) plus tax and gratuity. Call (800) 556-7126 or (401) 848-4824.

Rossi's Cafe, 1785 Cranston St., Cranston, will have a brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On the menu will be salads, tomato mozzarella, marinated mushrooms, bagels, eggs, breakfast meats, home fries, omelet station, carving station with turkey and roast beef, French toast, pasta and chicken with fries for the children and dessert. The cost is $17.95 per person, children 5 to 12 are half-price, under 5 free. For information, call (401) 943-3196.

Sea Fare Inn, 3352 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, will serve a buffet from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call for reservations, (401) 683-0577.

Sea Fare's American Cafe, America's Cup Avenue, Newport, will serve the regular menu from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call (401) 849-9188.

Ten Prime Steak & Sushi, 55 Pine St., Providence, will open for dinner at 3 p.m. on Mother's Day. The menu will include a carpetbagger steak of filet mignon and fried bluepoint oysters, served with olive oil mashed potatoes and fine herb hollandaise, a grilled swordfish chop with morel mushrooms and pear tomatoes topped with a gentle lobster butter sauce, and for dessert, a fresh berry tartin with buttermilk ice cream and creme anglaise. For reservations, call (401) 453-2333. The restaurant will offer free valet parking.

Vesuvio Restaurant and Lounge, 1401 Park Ave., Cranston, will offer a special menu. For more information, visit www.vesuviori.com. Call for reservations (401) 942-8060.

XO Steakhouse, 125 North Main St., Providence, will open for dinner at 3 p.m. on Mother's Day. The menu will include tempura fried spring roll, tartare nicoise-style and grilled with the signature XO sauce, Niman ranch leg of lamb with chantrelle mushrooms risotto and fried celeriac, and for dessert, white chocolate cheesecake with strawberry gelato. For reservations, call (401) 273-9090.

04.22.05

The Imperial Room at Rhodes Place, One Rhodes Place, Cranston, will host a Mother's Day Brunch from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Featured will be a breakfast display, carving station, accompaniments and desserts. Cost is $20 adults/$16 per child ages 4-10. Does not include gratuity or taxes. Reservations accepted through April 29. For more information, call (401) 467-7100, ext. 10.

Blackstone Caterers offers a Mother's Day brunch with selections including apricot glazed spiral ham with rum raisin chutney, smoked salmon and asparagus frittata, baked french toast with carmelized apples, potatoes, vegetables, roasted leg of lamb with tomato-mint chutney, rolls, muffins and sliced seasonal fruit. The dinner serves eight and costs $250, $20 for each additional guest. All orders must be placed by noon on Monday, May 2. Delivery on Aquidneck Island is free and off-island delivery is $25. For more information, call (401) 848-2030 or visit www.blackstonecaterers.com.

Octagon, 625 North Rd., Groton, Conn., will host a Mother's Day Brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Executive chef John Trudeau will prepare an assortment of breakfast and luncheon specialties, gourmet salads, New England raw bar and an array of delectable desserts. Cost is $39 for adults; $26 for senions, and $16 for children ages 6-12, under 6 free. Reservations recommended. For more information or to make reservations, call (860) 326-0360 or visit www.octagonsteakhouse.com.

Raphael Bar-Risto, 1 Union Station, Providence, will be open Mother's Day from noon-6 p.m. For reservations, call (401) 421-4646.

Lot 401, 44 Hospital St., Providence, will serve a Mother's Day Brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with a full menu including eggs Benedict and brioche French toast with berries. For reservations, call (401) 490-3980.

Il Primo Restaurant & Wine Bar, 33 Brown & Howard Wharf, Newport, will host a Mother's Day brunch buffet with seatings at 10 a.m., 12:15 and 2:15 p.m. The menu for the first seating is traditional breakfast fare, and afternoon items are pastas, beef, poultry and seafood selections with a free glass of Prosecco to all moms. The cost is $19.95 adults/$13.95 children and under age 6 is free. Call (401) 845-0801.

Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, Gathering Space, 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, Conn., will offer a special Mother's Day Brunch and Presentation with a native flair. Menu will feature corn bread and salmon quiche, Brunswick stew and Indian pudding with whipped cream. There will also be the museum's collections highlighting motherhood in the Northeast. Brunch is 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with presentation at 2 in the Research Library. Cost is $30 per person; $25 for members. Museum admission for all moms is half-price. Call (800) 411-9671.

Renaissance Restaurant and Catering, 242 Atwells Ave., Providence, will offer a brunch buffet in honor of Mother's Day with seatings at 10 a.m., 12:15 and 2:15 p.m. The menu for the first seating will feature traditional breakfast fare, and afternoon items will include pastas, beef, poultry and seafood selections. For more information or to make a reservation, call (401) 272-9610.

Ristorante Pizzico, 762 Hope St., Providence, will be open Mother's Day from noon-9 p.m. For reservations, call (401) 421-4114.

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