The craze only lasted a few years, but there are some that have withstood the test of time and continue to thrive. Steakhouses were popping up everywhere between the casinos in Connecticut and downtown Providence, and in many other cities and suburbs. If you recall, there was what we referred to as a “steakhouse stampede” in these parts about 10 years ago. Steakhouse restaurants have always been known for their style of service. It was as if hospitality had been forgotten.

One veteran Providence restaurateur said recently that while there are many new restaurants opening, very few, if any, were above the level of “grab and go.” There appeared to be an intent to avoid hospitality on any level for reasons that upon further review have little, if anything, to do with cost or other tangible factors. Beginning four or five years ago, and accelerated by the ordeal of the pandemic, there seemed to be a turning away from service. The fine dining restaurant is at a level of luxury and hospitality many thought didn’t exist anymore. Keywords: Steak Rhode Island, Seafood Rhode Island and steak and seafood David Burke’s newest restaurant to feature steak and seafood at the Preserve David Burke’s newest restaurant to feature steak and seafood at the Preserve.

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