Federal Hill on Providence's west side is one of the most concentrated Italian dining strips in the country. Camille's has been serving the white-tablecloth special-occasion crowd since 1914 and is the historic anchor. Cassarino's on Atwells Avenue runs old-school red-sauce Italian with a wood-fired oven. Andino's, Pane e Vino, and Mediterraneo all hold strong reputations for traditional Italian cooking with handmade pasta. Costantino's Venda Bar at the Venda Ravioli market offers a more casual lunch and aperitivo experience. For a true Federal Hill night, walk the strip, look in windows, and pick a room with a crowd already inside.
