What’s it like at The Spot Underground?
It’s a live music venue complete with a full kitchen that is open every night until 30 minutes before closing. We have live music and late night bites available five nights a week (Tuesday through Saturday), with the occasional Sunday and Monday performances. The Spot is also an art gallery and special event space. It’s authentic, intimate and one of the few underground bars in Providence.
What’s on the menu?
Pub fare, but everything is freshly made to order. You have to try the Avocado Frites – hand sliced avocado that is then beer battered, rolled in panko crumbs, lightly fried, salted and served with a sweet Thai chili dip. They’re amazing.
Describe the art component of The Spot.
Which piece of art is your favorite?
Medusa, created by local artist Gage Prentiss. She is made out of steel welded together and weighs about 250 pounds. She is truly hypnotizing. Her eyes are cold steel, yet have a lot of expression. It’s amazing how Gage was able to create something that looks so human and realistic out of steel.
What led you to The Spot?
The Spot was originally located above Kartabar – one of my regular haunts. While enjoying drinks there, I informally met The Spot’s staff members. I was invited upstairs and immediately fell in love. Back then it was a much smaller space and BYOB, however the concept was the same: A venue for artists of all mediums to collaborate and showcase their talents. I loved Creation Tuesdays, which we still do.
What is Creation Tuesday?
Creation Tuesday is an open mic night. Vocalists, rappers, comedians, spoken word – anyone can perform. Signups begin at 7:30pm. Our house band, Psychedelic Clown Car, also performs.
What other nights stand out to you?
Free Funk Wednesday. Members of different well-known bands collaborate here on stage with a weekly special guest. It’s the best funk, reggae, hip hop and soul party in Providence. I love Knockdown Stand-Up Comedy nights, too. Comedians Dan Curran and TJ Curran bring in top talent from all over the country to perform here.
What is your signature drink?
Mango Hurricane. It’s made with equal parts rum, coconut rum and mango rum, with splashes of pineapple, orange juice and grenadine.
What do you love most about this space?
The regulars. The type of people that we draw – they’re eclectic, career-driven, educated, interesting and artistic. That and I always have a good time here. Nick has a knack for booking really good bands. You will never come across a bad band here.
What is a great end-of-summer cocktail?
The Spot has brought back the spritzer, a refreshing cocktail made with Riesling, a splash of your favorite rum or vodka and topped off with “spritz,” which is the club soda We create so many different variations. My personal creation, Renee on the Rocks, is made with Riesling, peach vodka, and passion fruit club soda.
What’s your favorite thing about RI in the summer?
Besides the beach? The beach. I would spend every day at the beach if I could.
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