They are Maria s Cucina in Providence, Giusto in Newport and Blackies in Smithfield.
Blackie s will be back with the creativity of chef Angie Armenise and the steady hand of manager Jeanine Iannucci as they reopen Wednesday, March 17. Their large restaurant at 280 George Washington Highway in Smithfield has been closed since September. Even though we are Italian we are hoping for the luck of the Irish, said Iannucci.
As they reopen for the second time, she said they streamlining the menu and going back to Blackies favorites. She described that as What made us be who we were.
There will still be all the gluten free options, the restaurant is known for. Their keto and paleo menus will be limited to specials for now.