citylikeyou — Oberlin — Providence by Elizabeth Goodspeed

Oberlin is one of the best examples of Providence’s fantastic dining scene—expect a wide range of excellent lesser-known, sustainably caught local fish like tautog, butterfish and bluefish, as well as a wide range of other regionally-inspired dishes like fresh pasta, homemade sourdough, and roasted local veg. The place has a real neighborhood vibe that makes you want to stay for hours, which is definitely helped by the exceptional wine list and desserts (specifically: the Basque cheesecake).

Website
oberlinrestaurant.com

Address
Oberlin, 186 Union Street, Providence, United States

Designer Art Director

Current city: Providence

Other cities: New York

elizabethgoodspeed.com

Elizabeth Goodspeed is an independent, multidisciplinary designer and art director based in Providence. She’s a devoted generalist, but specializes in idea-driven and historically inspired brand identity projects. She’s passionate about lesser-known design history, and regularly researches and writes about various archive-oriented topics. In addition to design, she loves to cook, go to flea markets, and read.

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