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Hourglass Brasserie

382 Thames St, Bristol, RI 02809-1932
401-396-9811
Ranked #1 of 52 restaurants in Bristol
5.0 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
Price range: 20 AUD - 41 AUD
Cuisines: Contemporary, French
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I had a wonderful evening. David our server made great recommendations. The meal was beyond our expectations in presentation and taste. Very happy with the dinner and will return for more. More

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Barrington, Rhode Island
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was the PERFECT place to go for an amazing cuisine to celebrate our friend's birthday. There were seven of us and the attention we got couldn't have been better and the food was all or more than what we expected. We will all be ambassadors for this place and come back again for the place to go for a... More

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Bristol, Rhode Island
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Great food, interesting menu, attentive staff, beautiful sunset! More

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Warren , Rhode Island, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I went to the Hourglass for the first time on a quiet Wednesday night. While spending more than we normally would for our weekly dinner out, the quality and presentation of our meals were more than worth the price. We found every bite of our salad and entrees to be delectable and original. I had a beet... More

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Swansea, Massachusetts
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I've been wanting to dine here for quite awhile and finally I did ! The restaurant is warm and welcoming and the cuisine is perfect!!! Our waiter was so helpful and the chef is so passionate about his craft!!! More

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boston
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

4 of us converged on this restaurant from 3 different directions. The place is not on the water, but there is a clear view to the Western sunset. Two of us orderd the skate (of which one would order it again / recommend it to others, the other was neutral) and two of us ordered duck and deemed it excellent.... More

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Pottstown, PA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is a lovely restaurant that has fine, fresh food with a French flair yet is unpretentious. The chef delighted us with little surprises throughout our meal including a personal visit to our table. There are many decent wines offered by the glass which was a nice surprise. Our only suggestion would be that the owner put better signage on... More

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Newport, Rhode Island
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The food is the best we have had in RI. Great environment, very nice food presentation, amazing food quality, and wonderful service. The chef really cares, and even goes around to greet the local patrons while they are eating. Would highly recommend for special occasions, for a nice dinner, or for foodies. Its worth the trip, won't be disappointed! More

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Providence, Rhode Island
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

We tried the Hourglass Brasserie for the first time last week during Newport's Restaurant week. We were so impressed, we came back 7 days later. While the menu is not extensive, the quality of the food is simply outstanding! Instead of ordering entrees, we cruised the appetizer side of the menu. We started with the roasted beet salad. My husband,... More

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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

We've been driving back from Bristol to Providence and have not stopped talking about this restaurant. The chef has a true talent and the food reflects his culinary passion. He has been trained in the best of the best restaurants in London and has brought something original to Rhode Island, pairing the best of European preparation with fresh American ingredients.... More

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