Claudine

Had my birthday dinner here, and wow what a PHENOMENAL experience! The atmosphere was breathtaking, the service was outstanding, and the food... I don't even have words for the food. I'm still dreaming about the lobster mousse. Hands down the best dining experience I've ever had. The wine pairings for each course were also excellent. On top of all of this, I received a card at the beginning of the meal and a surprise with my dessert course for my birthday. It really made the night feel special. I truly can't wait to come back!

We celebrated our 6-year anniversary at Claudine, and it was an unforgettable experience from beginning to end. Every dish was beautifully executed, thoughtful, and balanced, but the Wagyu was the standout of the evening. It was perfectly prepared and easily one of the most memorable bites we’ve had at any restaurant. What truly elevated the experience was the non-alcoholic beverage pairing. Each pairing felt intentional and complemented the dishes so seamlessly that it became an essential part of the meal rather than an afterthought. It’s rare to see a restaurant put this much care into a non-alcoholic program, and Claudine absolutely excelled. Beyond the food and drinks, the service was warm, attentive, and we felt genuinely welcomed and taken care of throughout the evening. Claudine delivered the kind of dining experience that reminds you why fine dining can be so magical: exceptional food, impeccable hospitality, and thoughtful details at every turn. We can’t wait to return.

My husband and I closed out 2025 with an intimate evening at Claudine. An outstanding experience – chic atmosphere, impeccable service, lovely presentation, all anchored by a delicious, decadent tasting menu. How wonderful that Chefs Maggie McConnell and Josh Finger have brought their talents to Providence. Claudine is a jewel! Standouts from our meal included the Imperial Osetra Caviar (Florida red shrimp, Marsh Hen Mill, polenta, preserved winter truffle) and the Miyazaki A5 Wagyu (brussels sprout, Hakurei turnip, whole grain mustard, sauce Foyot.) What we appreciated most, however, was the thoughtful, non-alcoholic pairing. We selected this when we made our reservation. So often NA options are limited or even dismissed in fine dining, but not at Claudine. Every pairing was well crafted and explained with the enthusiasm of a seasoned sommelier. Other restaurants take notes! Our final course of Gingerbread Glace (cranberry, brown sugar, Buddha’s hand) came with a tiny gingerbread man perched atop dessert. When I wanted to take the cookie as a souvenir, our server found an empty finishing salt tin to keep Mr. Gingerbread safe in my purse. It was a cute touch, reflective of the care Claudine puts into every bite. We’ll certainly return. P.S. I’m reminded to mention that my husband won his Fantasy Football Championship while we were at dinner, so it’s a lucky spot ;)

A super high-end dining experience but not snobbish! Every single dish from the amuse-bouche to the bread plate is crafted with love and intention, sourcing from the best ingredients locally and around the world (fish and wagyu flown directly from Japan!) - a feast of flavors and eye-opening technique and ingredient combos Service is impeccable, everyone is super professional but fun to talk to - every interaction and plating is choreographed to perfection I’m from NYC but Claudine is definitely worth traveling to Providence for! A warm, welcoming fine-dining experience that can easily beat many places in New York. Thank you Josh and Maggie for brining this gem to us!

April 2026: Claudine has a 10 course tasting menu. I've attached a photo of the menu on the day that we were there so I won't list all the dishes here. The presentation is first rate and the service is extremely attentive. I enjoyed the seafood dishes more than the meat dishes. My least favorite was the duck sausage, my favorite was the scallop.