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Cafe Paragon in the Greater Providence area is a two star establishment. This very affordable establishment is one of the popular restaurants in the area. It's known for its contemporary offerings. The menu is prepared by talented chefs and okay (i've had good pasta. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a casual atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, lunch, and fine wines. This restaurant is open late. Diners found the food great considering how inexpensive it is. People say they loved the food.
With a flare for savory food in a fun and relaxing atmosphere, Cafe Paragon caters to the college student, business people and families alike. Since 1994, this Providence restaurant has been serving up their American style cuisine to the delight of locals and tourists. Located near Brown University and RISD(Rhode Island School of Design), this Thayer Street restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience including Mediterranean mezes, specialized martinis, and extended bar selections in a comfortable lounge. Within this friendly European Bistro-cafe style atmosphere, patrons can enjoy lunch and dinner 7 nights a week with a full Sunday brunch buffet. Cafe Paragon's kitchen even stays open till midnight for late-night diners. Spend your special event/ private party at this Providence eatery. Come visit Thayer Street's Cafe Paragon today for a unique dining experience.
3.0 of 5 stars.
Been back here a handful of times ever since I left Providence College (F#$% that school) circa 1999-2001. I was constantly here for dinner with friends back then. The burgers are great, the rib eye...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've only been here for brunch so it's all i'm allowed to review.great brunch buffet! tons of options that are breakfasty and lunchy. service is average but you serve yourself so it's no big deal....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food is alright, the atmosphere is usually decent, and of course the location can't be beat on the east side. The late night crowd gets a little too douche-y for me (I prefer the company of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Location is what sells this place.Oh and fries.The food is good, but nowhere near what you expect from the price. I mean, how hard is it to make bruschetta? And yet they failed... I should not have...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This trying to be trendy spot is on a one of kind trendy street in Providence in front of Brown University and like any college area, there are the share of good and bad. I have been to this place...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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Dropped in on my way to Boston from PVD airport. Picked them at random from Citysearch. Recent remodeling of the back bar looked pleasently sophisticated. Ken was working the bar and made everyone feel at...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When my coworker and I asked some Brown students for a pub-style place where a person could enjoy a beer and some pub food, they suggested Paragon. Boy, did they play this place down when they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For some reason I was forced to go here. My friend Dj's here and another one works the door. I don't know if there is a cover but if there was I didn't pay it. Went in around 10PM (friday) bar was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a Sunday and was underwhelmed. Was seated by the kitchen pass-through even though there were plenty of other tables available. The music was a bit loud for dinner time. But really, it was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nice atmosphere, but the food is overrated. The food selection is average, the beverage selection is better by comparison. I suggest stopping by late night for drinks and apps. Champagne brunch...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Paragon has always been there for me. It's been there on days when I was cruising Thayer Street and needed some lunch, it was there when my sister needed a cool place that could accommodate the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here when my tennis team when we were playing tennis at Brown. The french onion soup and calamari were good. My burger was average-- other people enjoyed their pastas very much but some didnt...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed my dinner here. It was an impromptu drinks-turned-dinner date with my bf and my parents. My parents kept saying they were going to leave after the drinks, but the wine convinced my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated. Sunday brunch buffet is awful not worth advertising about. The bar is stellar though- great martinis! The outdoor seating on Thayer Street is perfect during the summer.
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Annoying. Snotty, aloof hostess told us that the brunch buffet had just ended and we weren't allowed to partake, even though the entire setup remained for all to see & the chafing dishes were FULL of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Paragon is one of those places that you will go to a lot if you live in Providence. You just will. It is a good place to take out of towners as it is on one of the most interesting corners in town....
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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I love everything about Paragon. The food is amazing, the decor is incredible, and the drinks are absolutely delicious. You can go there for anything like a quick round of appetizers and drinks to a full meal,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for dinner here Thursday night with the girls on one of my visits to Rhode Island. The waiter was a bit slow with our order, but we were all in a good mood and happy to see each other so we...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a 2-part review:1. Paragon - so the food is pretty unimpressive. Don't get me wrong, it's tasty and the prices aren't too bad, but it's a little too typical. It's a great place to go if you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If you're the kind of person who goes out on a date and considers it a good date if you don't want to shoot yourself, then you may want to ask Paragon out for the evening.Why did I eat here? Oh right,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We went for Sunday Brunch - it was HORRID!!!! Not many choices, the eggs were horrid, the coffee was horrid, and most importantly pastries from BJ's or sam's club. When you have "real" bakeries...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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Cafe Paragon has very good food at reasonable prices. Their salads are good and I really like their pesto on pizza or pasta.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the type of place that can quickly become one of your favorite places to eat in Providence. You can find fancier fare elsewhere in the city and you can find cheaper eats in others, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Paragon is one of those places that I saw all the time while growing up, but never actually went inside. I always heard it was good, and I finally went this year and everyone was right. It is good!...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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Manager is rude, needs to take some management courses. Need to be trained on customer service. Although food was good, it is not worth the agravation. They tried to add food and drinks to our bill which we did not order.
openlist - user review - 12/09/2007
4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for cocktails and they did not disappoint. The ambiance is really nice, and the waitstaff is friendly. Although I didn't eat, the food looked really delicious and they had a nice variety...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant on College Hill. Over the course of four years I probably sampled everything on their menu (salads, burgers, swordfish, calamari, crab cakes, pastas, champagne brunch......
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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what else is there to say. Great food service and quality. when you are looking for something gourmet but would like a casual atmosphere, go to paragon and you won't be let down.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On this impromptu trip to Providence I asked my trusty brother who went to RISD of some places to grub. He suggested a sushi place, of course, closed. And decided that between the opinions of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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I used to go to Paragon quite often. There food and service is great. But, I found out that the much of the kitchen staff are illegal immigrants that are paid under the table. Since then, I have not eaten...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Personally, I prefer Spats across the street but there's nothing wrong with Viva. On busy nights it's a little more of a club atmosphere as opposed to the more laid back environment at Spats. They...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I always had the impression this place was expensive, but on a trip to RISD store for art supplies UMD's school store lacks (of course), my boyfriend and I ended up on Thayer (like always) and wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food is fine. Menu is straightforward. Nothing special, although their fries are good. My only caution is to avoid the brunch buffet. We've gotten some not so fresh tasting shrimp and bad omelets...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Viva and Cafe Paragon are my favorite. Two places under the same building with connecting door and same owner. We used to throw all parties here. My sister and I love Viva's ambiance. It turns to be...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Solid seems to be the favored adjective for describing Paragon, and it is an adjective with which I concur. The menu varies from sandwiches to burgers to pasta to slightly swankier offerings, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
solid grub of italian and greek flair..in warm cozy semi formal resnt... i recomend the Shrimp Scampi and grilled chicken with pesto-feta...the bar scene next door - Viva - is small but hip enough for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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This is one of the most reliable, reasonably priced and delicious restaurants in Providence, ever. Highly reccomended and worth the wait.
gusto.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Paragon remains one of my favorite restaurants in Providence and is still one of the more reasonably priced. The food is consistently terrific and is perfect for bringing a large group of people to, since you...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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i really like paragon. the food's consistently good, you can almost always get a table or atleast find room at the bar and it just has a nice upbeat, young vibe.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2006
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Whether you are looking for some great food or just a great drink with the locals, Cafe Paragon is a fantastic spot that. If you ...
gusto.com - user review - 06/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite place to grab a bite when I'm on Theyer St. The picture posted on Yelp definitely does not do it justice. Paragon has this great urban, modern hip feel with mosaic counters, stain glass...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2006
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This is the one place I always try to take visitors to because it is so good! I've tried the pizza and the pasta, but by far my favorites are the burgers and the chicken sandwich with peppers and mozzarella!...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really really love Paragon. This is a great place to bring just about anyone as their varied menu selection will have something to please just about everyone's palate. The location and large...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a pretty solid place for good food in a slightly trendy environment. I tend to go for the burgers, but the tuna appetizer is also a favorite in my group. I'm not a big fan of the pizza...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2006
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the Paragon dining experience is consistently good, but not great. they offer pizzas, burgers, salads, the usual american fare- at manageable prices. it's always a safe bet for good food, but don't e...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/17/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is awesome and reasonably priced! I like it because its not a lot of fatty food, they have healthy choices like vegetable kabobs and meat skewers. You can have outdoor seating with a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2005
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What a deal -- a fantastic burger and fries at a low price, in a real restaurant that can accomodate children, friendly dates, business conversation or a large group of friends. The rest of the menu is okay...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2004
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Cafe Paragon is one of the best restaurants in Providence. The food is excellent, especially the french fries. I'd say that most meals are from $6-$10, which is worth the price because they give you a lot of...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2004
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That fabulous salad with gorganzola cheese was a surprise and delight on a scorching june 24, 2003 afternoon. Great service and atmosphere. How lucky I was to walk in there!Everyone should go here often.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2003
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I have never had a bad meal at Paragon/Viva. Have I had to wait? Yes. Is the timing of your app and main course off sometimes? Yes. But having said that, the food is creative, tasty, plentiful and value...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2002
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Cafe Paragon is my favorite affordable restaurant in Rhode Island! Great atmosphere for those looking for a 'Happening Place' to dine with all the 'Beautiful People'. You can't find a better value for what is...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2002
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I had a few friends visiting from the West Coast so I thought I'd try something new for Brunch.Everyone I talked to recomended this place for its portions size and casual cafe' atmosphere, they were right on...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2002
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The few times that I have eaten here I have found the waitstaff to be rude and the food to be not worth the wait. We always call ahead and when we get there they quote us 15-20 minutes and all three times we...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2002
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Having just moved to Providence, we've been trying quite a few places and Paragon is by far the best yet! They do what they do and they do it quite well...from drinks and calamari to salads and dinners, we've...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2002
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Of all the things Paragon deserves credit for, it is its location. Centered on Thayer street, the shopping smorgasbord of Providence, Paragon is a great place to stop and eat during a day of shopping. Paragon...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2002
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While the Euro-type atmosphere of Paragon make it look like it might be an expensive place, it really is the best value for a burger or sandwich on Thayer street. Everyone has their favorite -- you have to try...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2002
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the food is incredible. the atmosphere is relaxed. try the filet. it is the best i have found in the state!!! for 16.50 you get the filet and garlic mashed. you can't beat the prices.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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the food is great considering how inexpensive it is...
restaurantrow.com - user review
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hot weekend nightlife and upscale restaurant...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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the mediterranean and american menu at this thayer street stop includes soups, salads, pizza, and sandwiches. also features good desserts, an extensive wine list, and seasonal sidewalk dining. extremely...
10best.com - user review
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I took someone on a date to Paragon and it went well. She loved the food and so did I. She said it was a great choice and it definitely was. If you go get the grilled chicken pizza it's the
travel.yahoo.com - user review
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very cool place, i really enjoyed the whole "feel"...
dine.com - user review
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cafe paragon is located on thayer street, one of the busiest corners of the east side. you can watch the foot traffic on the street through its windows, and sample upscale food at reasonable prices. their...
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