El Rincon Dominicano

A 1947 Worcester diner (#806) in Providence, Rhode Island

True Diner

777 Elmwood Ave
Providence, Rhode Island 02907

Phone: (401) 919-5129

Status: Open for business

Hours:

Monday to Saturday:
9:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am to 8:00pm

Website: https://el-rincon-dominicano-dominican-restaurant.business.site

Last Updated: May 14, 2024

Condition: Fair amount of change

Notes:

QHRG+CW Providence, Rhode Island

Dine in, take-out, local delivery, catering.

Originally opened as Central Diner by Ralph “Truck” Narducci, at 27 Exchange St. in Down City (present site of Westin Hotel), replacing an earlier (1932) establishment of the same name. Moved to present location in 1953, with kitchen added, and then closed 1972. Went through several owners and names since then, including Elmwood Diner, Jim’s, Louie’s, and La Criolla (2002). Vestibule added sometime after 1955. Renovated and reopened 2007 as Liberty Elm. Closed again 2013 and reopened 2014 as Elmwood Diner. Closed 2 April 2017. Reopened 2023 as El Rincon Dominicano.

National Register of Historic Places Reference Number: 09001231