The Thirsty Beaver Hometown Pub & Grub

We love this place. We have been to the Cranston location before, but this was our first time at the Smithfield location. Unfortunately they don't have gluten free items marked on their menu, but the server was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. We went specifically to try the wings as part of the Lord of the Wings event, the wings were great! We also had a gf Biggie Mac Pizza, and one of the turkey burgers! So good!

I’ve gone twice in less than 10 days since discovering Thirsty Beaver, so it’s safe to say they’re doing something right. The location in Smithfield RI really is modeled like a log cabin and the space inside is large, warm, and inviting for groups. There’s TVs galore for any and all sports games too. They really keep the cabin theme going throughout the space—even when it comes to the log-shaped light fixtures that hang above the bar! The service on both visits has been excellent. We had two different young men wait on us, and on both occasions they were friendly, cheerful, more than willing to provide menu recommendations, and make sandwich modifications. Quick to provide water and soda refills too! I felt both servers were genuinely engaging and happy to be working there, which speaks volumes to the neighborly, down to earth vibe that the team has cultivated. It makes me happy to go back and continue supporting a place like this. For food, you’ve got a *lot* of options to choose from—anything from pizza to sandwiches, burgers, salads, and more. It’s pub fare that’s suited to everyone even if you’re vegetarian or gluten-free. I got a fried oyster mushroom sandwich special on my first visit which was great. The quinoa veggie burger I got on visit two was on the softer side—which really isn’t my favorite since I prefer a crispier patty, but the flavor—especially with the paprika mayo, was good. On visit two, our main dishes took a while longer than I expected to come out, but since we got an appetizer, we were better equipped to handle the hanger. Of note, the waffle fries are bomb every time and you should get them. The tot’chos are also a group’s delight because they come out sizzling hot and crispy in a giant cast iron skillet. And I don’t think it’s more than $10/11? The price point here for the genre of food you’re getting is great. They have different specials on the chalkboard at the bar depending on the day of the week too which you should check out for deals! Finally, last but not least, CHECK IN ON YELP HERE! I did yesterday and I got a *free* dessert shot! Whattt!? Did someone say #SundayFunday?