Eclectic and contemporary cuisine are on the menu at Downcity Food and Drink, CAV, XO Caf De, Julian's, Atomic Grill, Caf De Nuovo, and Raphael Bar Risto. Union Station Brewery and Trinity Brewhouse, Providence's two microbrewery restaurants, are popular with locals and visitors. In summer, Providence celebrates its history and the arts. During the summer, Providence is warm, and occasionally hot. Overall, summer is balmy and fall is cool and comfortable.
Winters range from mild to very cold, and snowfall varies from year to year.
Spring is the least predictable season. Easter can bring anything from a heat wave to a blizzard.