Avenue N American Kitchen

Created by chef Nick Rabar (aka Chef 2 Go — you've seen him on the TV), with wife Tracy serving as gracious hostess, this industrial chic restaurant is the fulfillment of his dream. Heading such prestigious kitchens at Chinese Laundry and Citron was fine, but they were not his place. Head to Rumford to taste how he makes free range organic chicken his own (with Madeira jus) — and find out why Avenue N aced a Best-topping three categories.

20 Newman Ave, Rumford | 401.270.2836 | avenueamericankitchen.com