Summer is here, and June is Packed.
Back to back, featuring good-company worthy events, special drinks in celebration of Pride, and a daily special for everyone. Get ready for Father's Day, Pride night with Ninny Nothin', and live music with Tori Costa all following close behind. All month we're pouring the Vida Picante for Pride, and Nachos & Passion Fruit Margaritas are better when you bring company.
Coming Up Next:
Aos Pais
Father's Day June 21st
For the fathers, the uncles, the grandfathers, and the strong figures in our lives that show up when it matters most.
We're serving Bife à Casa with a Super Bock or an espresso with a shot to show our loved ones how much they mean to us.
An Evening with Ninny Nothin'
Pride at Aguardente, June 24th
Our Pride night at Aguardente. Ninny is behind the bar with Chris, serving, and performing throughout the evening as we celebrate and unwind from Pride together.
We're also pouring the Vida Picante all month: cinnamon infused tequila, passionfruit, and spicy agave with a chamoy rim. A dollar from every one sold goes to PVD House, who provide music and art therapy for the LGBTQIA+ community in Providence.
Live Music on the Patio with Tori Costa
Join us July 2nd
Tori Costa brings her Luso-Americano sound to our front patio to open July right.
Portuguese folk roots, fado in her voice, rock in her bones. Come outside, drink something cold, and let the night do the rest.
Stay tuned for more info!
Celebrate Pride with the Vida Picante, a cinnamon infused tequila w/ passionfruit, spicy agave and a chamoy rim
For every drink sold, $1 is donated to PVD House, providing music and art therapy for the LGBTQIA+ community in Providence. Join us June 24th for our bartender event with Ninny Nothin’!
Your New Favorite Weekday Treat
Unwind with our shareable Homemade Nachos & Limited Priced Margs 4-6pm Wednesday - Friday
Nachos & Passion Fruit Marg
Enjoy our Nacho and Passion Fruit Margarita combo for $19. Add a margarita for a friend or co-worker for just $10.
Wednesday – Friday
4 – 6 pm
Sample or share our classic pick-me-up
Espresso Martini Flight
Try three distinct espresso infused martinis, that celebrate the flavors of spring
Blueberry Fig
Banana Chocolate
Portuguese Sea Salt
Our Favorite Spring Drinks
From Portugal to the Americas, our spring cocktails blend fresh fruit, floral notes, and bright herbal lift.
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Bandera Verde
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A fresh sparkling cocktail that includes Fresh Citrus, Cucumber, and Elderflower, all topped off with Spanish Cava. -
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Strawberry Agua Fresca
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Our new mocktail to welcome Spring! It has muddled strawberry, hibiscus, pineapple, rose water and fresh lemon -
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Holy Mole
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Tequila, House-made Chocolate Espresso Sauce, Cinnamon, Habanero bitters -
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Frambuesa Agria
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Our version of a Pisco Sour flavored with raspberry, thyme, fresh citrus shaken with egg white and hand decorated with Angostura bitters. -
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Festas de Primavera
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A margarita celebrating the return of spring, bringing together fresh muddled blueberries, roasted lemon, thyme, elderflower and your choice of spirit (Tequila, Aguardente or Mezcal) -
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Kicking Donkey
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Tamarind margarita, your choice of Mezcal or Tequila, with Tajín rim -
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Cabeza de Coco
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Our popular Hibiscus Coconut Tamarind Margarita that uses Housemade Hibiscus Simple, Fresh Citrus, and Local Island Coquito
Tacos Three Ways
Sautéed Shrimp with Yellow and Red Pepper, Pork Carnitas with Orange and Black Pepper, or Roasted Poblano with Corn and Sour Cream. All three served with Pickled Onion, Salsa Verde and lime.
Plantain Cups
Plantain Cups filled with your choice of Shrimp, Bacalhau, or Vegetables, each seasoned and served with their own accompaniments of Chipotle Aioli, Salsa Verde, Avocado and Pickled Onion.
Cactus Salad
Fresh Cactus, Red Onion, Cilantro, Tomato, Lemon, Salt and Pepper, finished with crumbled Queso. Served with fresh Tortilla Chips.
Join us for
Brunch
At Aguardente!
Weekends from Noon to 4PM
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Build Your Own Sandwich
Choose your protein, cheese, sauce and toppings for the perfect sandwich, done your way.
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Alcachofas al Ajillo
Roasted artichokes, grape tomatoes, minced garlic, red chili pepper, tossed in olive oil.
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Chilaquiles
Puedes agregar huevo o pollo, tortilla chips con salsa de tomate verde, lleva crema acida, queso fresco, cebolla morada, y cilantro.
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Prego ou Bifana no Pão
Choose pork or beef pounded thin, marinated and pan seared, served in a Portuguese roll, pairs well with our classic Super Bock beer from Portuga
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Fatias Douradas
Portuguese “French” Toast served with chocolate sauce and strawberries.
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Caldo Verde
Green soup made with potatoes, chouriço sausage and kale.
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Tacos de chorizo con huevo
Cebolla morada, aceite de olivo, servido sobre tortilla de maíz acompañado de queso fresco.
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Sautéed Razor Clams
Spanish style, chopped garlic, lemon juice, fresh parsley, sautéed in olive oil.
Settle in, the season’s just beginning
Spiced air, candlelight, warm plates passed between friends.
As nights grow longer, cozy up indoors or stay toasty outside under the heaters. From Portuguese comfort food to Guatemalan street bites and mezcal kissed with fig and hibiscus, every dish is a little celebration.
Come share something good. There’s always a seat for you here.
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Bar
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Indoor Table
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Indoor Nook
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Patio Table
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Patio Nook
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Bathroom
We don't recommend dining here, but it's the perfect award winning spot to freshen up & take a selfie (maybe not at the same time).
Shop Apparel
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Dancing Skeletons Hoodie
Hoodies
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A Cara Dela Tee
Tee Shirts
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Dancing Skeletons Tee
Tee Shirts
Stories from Aguardente
Victor’s latest reflection comes from Portugal, where freedom, music, and memory intertwine. It’s a reminder of what first inspired Aguardente, and what keeps calling us home.
¹ Free tote and mug available with in shop gift card purchases only. Not valid online. Limited quantities available.