Reviews of The Arcade Providence. (Shopping Mall) in Providence (Rhode Island).

The Arcade Providence

487 Reviews

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Shopping mall

Shopping mall

65 Weybosset St, Providence, RI 02903, United States

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Information of The Arcade Providence, Shopping mall in Providence (Rhode Island)

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of The Arcade Providence

Luz Flores

They only have 3 floors but the length of the floor it's a distance can't believe I was there like 5 hrs and some change never been to a store for that long. Had so much fun hanging out with my friends at this mall definitely would go again. It gets really busy after a certain time didn't pay attention exactly at what time that happened.

MaoShan Ozymandias

This indoor mall in downtown Providence is a quiet, peaceful, well-maintained space. From the outside it looks like just another building, but inside it has room for many businesses, and is a welcome diversion if you want to get out of the heat on a hot summer day. There did not seem to be many businesses inside. I think this is a very under-utilized location, and could be a more popular place for businesses if it got more visibility. I went here specifically for the Lovecraft Arts and Sciences store.

Timothy Killilea

A great rotating blend of small businesses serve this farmer's market. With everything from gluten-, dairy-, soy-free, paleo-friendly baked goods, to vintage goods and clothes, to affordable works of art, you cannot miss out on this small market that runs every Sunday from October to May. It usually runs from 11-3 on Sundays, with various other days being events to support the Providence downtown community. Come check it out!

Michael McGuigan

Years ago this actually was a small shopping mall. Not so anymore. There are a couple of decent eateries geared for the office worker and a new age book shop. But, most of the building has been converted to residential condos. Unless you work in downtown Providence, not worth the visit.

Meredith

This building is just magical and has the cutest little shops and dinning. Check the hours for each shop. Not much open early, but worth a stop if in providence. A piece of history and a great time.

Bryan

Wow what a cool and historic place. Americas first mall built in 1828. The place was beautifully repurposed into lofts and retail space. There are two restaurant/bar’s inside as well. The arcade is well-maintained, very clean and a really neat place to visit. Very unique selection of local retail joints. there is also ample parking in the area on the weekends, as I have observed.

Grey Devereaux

I have been a HUGE fan of all of the current and past shops in this fantastic find in downtown Providence! Drinks & food, specialty shops, and, lofts to stay in!

Debbie Brodeur

A fun stop for shopping for some unique items. Also need to stop at Rogue Island for breakfast or lunch. Outdoor seating.

Josiah Towles

Really cool.. the oldest indoor mall in America built 1828

karen luna

Nice place!! There are few shops like restaurant, coffee, vintage etc.. I recommend go if are close or in the area, but if go on purpose is not worth it. You can spend 20 min in this place no more...

Steph Raufer

Neat historic shopping center. Shared a wrap with the kiddos. No public restrooms.

G Fernández

Historic shopping centre in the middle of Providence. It's very pretty and very pleasant on cold days. All shops are independent and there are a couple of cafes.

Jorge Garcia

Not much open early afternoon, but good ice cream at Cozy.

Elena Wildes

I was so excited to walk through this historic building! I'd read all about it's conversion in architectural digest many years ago. (Check out a tour of the small apartments on you tube) however, really not too much to see when just walking through later on a weekend evening. Only a few stores open. Quiet. Still beautiful and definitely worth a stop and walk through. Such a great bit of history! Great for photos.

Andrew Porter

America's oldest Mall! Multiple fun shops and restaraunts! Check this place out!

Becky Byrd

Nice old building with great sandwich shop on 1st level, also a salon and small bookstore. Skylight roof is nice.

chijen wang

Amazing place, well maintained and clean.

Anna Lerer

Loved it! Service was great. Beer was delicious. Got the sample appetizer platter which came with a variety of items such as different cheeses, meats, spreads and crackers. I also ordered a burger which was pretty good and my friend got the brussel sprouts salad which was very delicious!

Rives Binford

This place is so pretty, and I loved the lovecraftian book store. I wish there were more stores here. I'm rating it high in the hopes that it gets more foot traffic and more stores rent space here.

Purple Velociraptors

The Arcade is a Providence historical landmark. I've seen many changes into of it's walls. Absolutely beautiful architecture and small shops/food available inside.

Lawrence MacAlpine

Walking into this place always reminds me of what going to Italy would be like. Quaint and busy. Or majestic and impressive. I love just strolling through here and literally going to each shop, wandering around and talking with shop owners and other customers. It's like a little village inside of Providence.

Gracie

Really cute little boutiques. Some of them are pricey but if you're into kitsch, vintage, or weird I'd suggest checking out Carmen and Ginger. If you want to know more about the weird occult-y history of Providence check out Love Craft. There's also some nice clothes boutiques, good food, and a salon.

Royalty Cruz

I enjoyed my time there . Many different little shops to chose from and people there are just generally nice and polite . There was a small little vintage shop in the arcade plaza that cought my eye. The guy there was very nice and everything in there was interesting. There was also a shop that sold Burritos , the food there smelled so good and tempting but I will save it for the next time I go by there. There was also a small shop , the size of a walk in closet, where they sell tabaco products of all sorts. It was pretty cool. There is no parking per say. And the bus terminal was near by. Very nice.

Jen

It feels a little quiet and empty but it’s been beautifully cared for and the shops that are there are great, especially the vintage store! You can walk in one end and out the other so it’s worth a few moments to pass through the first indoor shopping mall in America!

Tyler Lund

A swanky ultra modern set of stores inside the corridor of an iconic historical building downtown. The building was actually designed for this use though it may look like the stores were added in. It has a very peaceful relaxed atmosphere due to flowers and trees and lots of open glass windows. Very nice high end stores for some browsing here.

Danny Sherman

So pretty! I'm very happy it's still around! Support this mall!❤

Nicholas Sheldon

This place right here is a hidden gem in Rhode Island. There a a few small shops inside with a lot to offer. If you're a fan of H.P. Lovecraft there's a store just for that. Although the Lovecraft store is my favorite place to go in my spare time there is also a very nice coffee shop/bar with a amazing coffee and a good selection of alcohol. Oh and if you're looking for something to eat inside I highly recommend a little restaurant known as Rouge Island. One of the absolute best restaurants in all of Rhode Island. The staff will make you feel right at home with their friendly atmosphere. Wait for food isn't very long here. But the best part is the mouth watering food. The Arcade Providence is one of the greatest places in all of Rhode Island.

Matt Hawkes

A wonderful Victorian Arcade, with some equally wonderful stores, bars and restaurants. The H.P. Lovecraft Arts & Sciences was the main reason I visited the Arcade, and they put on various events over the weekends. The shop is a Lovecraftian fans dream, with an array of shiny things to purchase, and the owners are really friendly and a pleasure to talk too. The bar opposite the HPL Arts & Sciences was ideal for beverages and a nice chill out spot. The bar staff here were really nice and friendly. The deli was pretty good at the far end of the Arcade, some delicious wraps were had. The Arcade was also an ideal meeting point between the friends that I made whilst visiting, and I can’t wait to return again in 2017!

erik gordon

Best book store for horror ever!

Asha Lou

Renovated beautifully. Lots to choose from. The restaurants have great lunches and dinners. Wanting to go back to try some other dishes ! You won't be disappointed.

Debra Obinna

This weeks adventure brought us to this wonderful little strip mall of sorts. One store af times gone by I'll enter next time I'm here. It was the Lovecraft and Science store that pulled us in - literally. This bewilderment is right up my ally so I was surprised when my son asked if I ever heard of him. lol Who hasn't right? There was far too much to inhale in one short visit but we did a good job at checking out the abundance of books, T-shirts, momentoms etc... We walked out with two books, a complete compilation of Lovecraft stories and a bedtime story for the kiddos - 'Tha Call of Cthulhu'. The ladder might be a book for beginner readers but it's perfectly illustrated with notes of Dr. Seuss and the rhymings. Another call out book for kids is 'The Big Red God'. There's something for everyone. The sweet cashier was as pleasant as ever, didn't mind if I took pictures or had the audacity to put my coffee on the glass. I guess if I were doing something awful I would have been sucked into the abyss. Please make Providence your stop by place and check out the most unique experience you didn't know you deserved.

Nat Tobey

The Arcade/Granoff Associates were by far the best landlords I've ever had. Everything about the micro lofts was carefully planned and thoughtfully constructed as opposed to so many other cookie cutter apartment buildings that are often built as cheaply and as quickly as possible. Wish I didn't have to move otherwise I would still be here.

Matt Surber

A very interesting array of shops, you have antiques, food, clothing and a shop dedicated to H. P. Lovecraft, the macabre story teller. It's a fun area to look around and have lunch, the staff was friendly and helpful.

Brian Tavares

Cool historic shopping mall. The building itself has a tremendous amount of character. Mostly antiques and art shops within. Also features nice food options, like Rogue Island pub/restaurant.

Chrystal Bess Redding

Unique and historic place... I was impressed with the architecture and the renovations made and how it still works today. Parking space available not far. And it's near other restaurants, bakeries, library, and walking distance to Burnside Park.

Richard Levy

IT is unfortunate that the entire space could not be kept as retail and office, but economics demanded a new use. Still worth a visit.

ggarl12

This is a landmark. Very nice. Built in 1828

Dennis Veveiros

I went there to clean my boss's apartment

Brandon “Bob” Van Wart

Chic and located close to Kennedy Plaza, this place offers a handful of shops on the ground floor that includes a great coffee shop and bar, an HP Lovecraft oriented gift shop, and a salon, among a few boutiques. The upper floors are closed to the public, but contain various apartments that are reliable.

Andrew Bartley

A beautiful, historic building in Providence with several little shops inside. Notable stops are the Lovecraft store for horror knickknacks and Rogue Island for some of the best local food & beer around.

Jonathan Wellington (wellRhode)

A great piece of retail history. Several quaint shops, awesome coffee roasters, and several great take out lunch restaurants. Come for a quick bite and marvel in the history.

Mario Castiello

Time travel to 1828 when you walk through the doors of the Arcade. Very small mall there are about 8 business' - restaurants, bar, cafe, hair salon, clothing, and vintage shop. Well worth a quick peek along with the vintage store with little grab bag items that are relatively cheap. There is also a little art store, which had designs made from a local art school.

Lisel Woods

Fun stop when day tripping in Providence. + Americas first indoor shopping center. + Historic landmark +Greek revival architecture +Now home to handful of shops and a few restaurants - . +Cool micro loft apartments on the top floors.

Nicole Eller

It's an interesting and eclectic mix of restaurants a coffee/liqour bar and other shops and apartments. Parking isn't always easy to come by but it is a walkable area. The garage nearby is incredibly expensive.

Paul Holland

This was a cool place with a lot of history. It is definitely worth stopping in when you are in town. Visit the Lovecraft Arts & Sciences store for some interesting ephemera.

Ryan Hammel

Such a unique place, but a lot shops weren't open, likely because of the pandemic. Hopefully that will change soon.

April Shaw

I LOVE this place. There is a coffee shop, a Lovecraft themed book store, and a great antique shop. If you're looking for an interesting place to meander about, this location is right for you

Danila

Is this even a shopping mall? Just a number of stores outdoors... I was there Sat morning and half of shops were closed.

April Benda

I've been to this mall a few times already. Every time I'm here I enjoy it. I like doing my shopping here and the food court has fantastic food.

Jay

Wonderful upgrades done to this arcade happy to see it in use again I recommend going if you haven't been in a while lots of great food choices awesome stores tons of thrift shops

James Madison

Oldest indoor mall in the country. Goes back to the 18th and 19th century. I believe. Nice little boutique stores and restaurants.

Ben Thomas

Cool architectural structure but stores inside were lackluster. Nothing really special here for our interests. Might be cool for others though.

Jaime Gray

Beautiful architecture. Retail was just open very early.

Aramis Perez

The Arcade is a pretty interesting spot if you wanna learn about the state of Rhode Island and everything H. P. Lovecraft related. Never pass up the opportunity to stop there everyone once in a while.

R Fletch

Neat historical mall. Small shops, coffee, and bars. Micro apartments. Lovecraft Arts and Sciences here too. "Keep Providence Eldritch".

Amber Martin

Wonderful little historic mall full of independent shops and cafes. Much better than any other mall you could go to.

Yvette Wilburn

The oldest Mall nice place to go on Sunday they have a beautiful Farmers Market everybody is so friendly you can sample everything and purchase also highly recommend

Steve Rossi

Old piece of history and architecture Oldest mall in us but not many shops

Richard Zalewski

Such an eclectic assortment of shops...we enjoyed ourselves thoroughly w taste a sites...and booked ann appt at the salon Impulse...what a great time!!

Karen Evans

Great independent and quirky shops and restaurants on this little street. Fun and vibrant vibe throughout.

Michael Sorensen

Go to livi's pockets. Get a gyro with falafel it's very good every time. Cost about $9 for lunch with a drink.

S. Wasserman

Great little shopping spot in downtown, filled with good snack stops, and one of a kind shopping

Kurtis Reid

Neat little shopping mall, full of unique shops. They just need to have more trash cans and air conditioning.

Gina D'Andrea

The shops are high end but it's random stuff. They have nice studio apartments.

Nariq Richardson

I only come here to get my lunch.. there is 2-3 food serving places in this mall.. I won't recommend anyone to travel out of state to come here but if you are close by and are hungry..why not grab a bite..there is wraps and tacos and etc

Vulpine K.

Neat building, definitely stop in at Lovecraft Arts and Sciences if you like weird/horror.

Lilly Schr

Great historical place in town with a bit of shopping and nice little restaurants

Nick

Pretty cool historic building with great shops and restaurants inside!

Brendan Ledsworth

So many cool spots and shops just go check it out.

Drew Potenza

Cool shops, cool little bar inside. Gets crowded very easily.

Torrey Truszkowski

Awesome eclectic mix of stores, and New Harvest coffee and whiskey is fantastic

John McIntyre

Great pizza place inside. Incredible architecture.

Nasreen Bhagat

Could not move there in loft but filed application and staff were extremely helpful and nice

Vicky Gaston

Wonderful second hand store with a very pleasant owner. Glad we shopped here!

John Doe

Empty, everything is closed. The place itself is cool to walk through, nice aesthetics

Jackie Gordon Singing Chef

Cute shops and restaurants. The arcade is beautiful. So glad it was restored and preserved.

Ben Conant

Just gorgeous. A beautiful piece of history. And their micro lofts are 💯 …

Craig Packard

Cool spot nice to see it open again & they love my service puppy WARM...;-)

Brandon Healy

Such a great concept! love the micro-apartments above the stores. Very cool!

Fleur Defries

Oldest arcade in the country with a good range of stores. Like to support the history as much as I can.

Rabih Maad

Super nice arcade, fancy shops, easy to move, beautiful decoration

Scott Tousignaut

Go to Rouge Island great food, great people. I hear the Nitro Coffee is da bomb

cita x

Amazing places to eat and vintage stores that can relatively cheap to expensive

e b

Great historic building, redecorated with style. Usually pretty empty.

Matthew Hedley

Lots of interesting stores, bars, and restaurants in a beautiful historic building.

- jp SimplyGroovn'

Nice Place, Window Shopping , Maybe During A Day Trip. Food & Socialize

James Oconnor

I used to hand out there when I was a kid when I used to go to school ......it has changed a lot....not much there anymore...just a couple of stores......

David T

Not much. Just great to say I was at the oldest mall in America lol

Pratham Patel

Good place while their you should go to ArchAngles nice eyebrows

Lusy Diel

Not much shop,i only had coffee there and its not child friendly.

David Blais

Still has a great sandwich wrap shop that is really good.

L E

great vintage shopping mall, lots of unique shops and eateries

Phobrek Taz

Beautiful place with a bunch of original shops.

Tom Pica

Rogue Island and Livi's different but both good joints for a bite

Irving Guzman

Enjoyed my visit here. Would recommend

christine Buckley

Wish they had more hours for families old school fun

Gurcharan Gujral

Good place to stop on I90 for Gas, Restrooms and for snacks or coffee.

Christopher Franzen

Good eateries...Rogue and both Livi's are delish

Chris V

Cool spot, cool stores and good food/drink

Beau Garcia

Wonderful merger of nostalgia, culture and practical things to do.

Sue Bedard

Happy to see it open. Interesting ,diverse experience.

Gary Bagley

Great little place to eat and shop.

Rahaman Holley

The oldest mall in Rhode Island since the 1800's.

Alyssa Francis

Beautifully updated with a wide variety of shops.

Eric Guenin

Very nice place with very nice people!

Cristina S

This place is super cool and is very unique

mark foster

Went to a good coffee shop here.

Takeia Collins

Small but good items at the famers market

Rambo Hirose

Historic arcade with nice small stores.

Dylan Conley

Needs a convenience store to get 5 stars

SCFno

A decent attempt to gentrify Providence. Keep trying.

Ginny Meister

Lots of small 1 of a kind shops

Chris Zanghi

Great time had at the Bloody Mary Fest !

James Martin

Went for special event. Will have to check it again

Yi Fang Shen

Nice.

Michelle Doiron

Second hand shops inside are worth the trip

June Perry

A couple of neat shops and eating places

sertle

Good food and unique stores

Tyler Rollock

Very cool historical site

Dennis Santos

Nice little shopping spot in the heart of the city

Joseph Calcagno

Cool spot, a hidden gem in providence

Erika Smith (I {heart} Rhody)

Great place for a bite, or boutique shopping

Jen

Im definitely going back!

Scott

Hope you find parking in Providence.

marc olimpio

history is lost...

Derek Linz

Lovely indoor mall in downtown Providence.

Daniel “Kingsolo” Suarez

Cozy place with lots of nice things

Seth Needham

A structurally designed gem 💎 …

S Martinez

Good food choices.

Ron Barron

Many memories in that basement. Don't ask.

Matt McC

Great little hidden spot in the city

Michael Neas

Great food here!

Elaine Andrews

The historic aspect of this mall.

Scott Carroll

Oldest indoor mall in America!

Dre8 Crazy (Dre8)

Cool

Jennifer P (JP)

Awesome old school games

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Jennifer Calderon

The Cured Collection Store arcade providence

Tom M

Visited: nice upgrades.

CeJae Vtipilson

Nice mall

Mellissa Greenless

Livi's in here is the best

Caitlyn Horbert

Great little shops

George Eglesfield

Good location and selection

Charlotte Demers

Fun times

Chris Buijs

New Harvard is the place to go.

Mustafa Cay

Very Nice

lori castor

Impulse salon moved here!

Nick “skybluenick” Rainone

Very run down old place

David Seng

Very hip and or trendy

jason allen

Nice.

Lisa Sheba

Cute lil place

Jerri Streeter

So much to do and see

Knud Hellested

Lots of small shops

Anthony Kariuki

Great Food!

Earleen Violette

Really nice place

Raoul Edicibe

Cool little something

Renee Cavanaugh

Beautiful architecture

Mike S

Cute shops.

Chelsea Davignon

Beautiful building

james cormier

Very unique

hafeez khan

Okay okay

Scotty Wilshire

Excellent place

Pcd Pcd

Great Mediterranean

Carlos Ariel Then (Mr. Then)

Unique place

Nick Simon Jr.

Great

High Street Radio

Good times!

Robert Costa

Awesome building

Colin B

Super cute

Anouk Chantal Pedersen

Love it always

Marissa Kapp

Cool

Lisa Jones

Miss the old arcade

michael leshinsky

Charming

Maria Lomax

Lovely

Stanley Moten

I went looking around

George Andrews

Nice place

Gyumi Kim

Good

Billy Bickle

Great place

David Andre

Favorite spot is livys

Gay Mather

Nostalgic!

Albert Erminelli (Master)

Nice place

Jayce Salvas

Bomb bomb bomb

Dennis Božić

Die älteste Einkaufspassage (Arcade) der Staaten. Klein aber interessant. (Translation) The oldest shopping arcade (arcade) in the States. Small but interesting.

Ma Cristina García Gómez

(Translation) Very nice, we only went to the Lovecraft store (Original) Muy bonito, solo fuimos a la tienda Lovecraft

Iolanda Bel

(Translation) The place is beautiful and historic but I have always found almost everything closed except the bars. To eat everything ok, not to buy (Original) El lloc és bonic i històric però sempre he trobat gairebé tot tancat, excepte els bars. Per menjar tot ok, no per comprar

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