Small places have a funny way of serving big comfort, and my best meals often show up where the sign is modest, but the line is loud.
Rhode Island may be tiny on the map, yet its soul food scene shows up with the kind of confidence that makes my appetite sit up straight and pay attention.
Tucked into unassuming storefronts, food trucks, and repurposed buildings across Providence, Pawtucket, and East Providence, these spots turn out plates stacked with fried chicken, collard greens, mac and cheese, and other Southern classics that make any drive feel like a smart decision…