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During the Colonial era, Taverns were a place for weary travelers to sleep, and a spot for locals to share news and debate. Hundreds of years later, some of them are still serving up great food and drink.
Locals refer to it with an old name — the Stagecoach Tavern — but Tavern on Main’s kitschy decor and rebellious past makes it the perfect place for dinner and spirits.
Even if you don't believe in ghosts, the history behind some of these restaurants is fascinating.
Submitted opinion column: Patrick T. Conley is the historian laureate of Rhode Island.
Submitted opinion column: Patrick T. Conley is the historian laureate of Rhode Island.