For more than a century, Federal Hill has been the center of Italian-American culture in Rhode Island. Known locally as "The Hill," this culinary hub is home to some of the most storied dining establishments in the Northeast. Atwells Avenue is the main drag.

It starts at Broadway, across the street from the Hilton Providence, and continues across Route 6 before merging with Manton Avenue. The majority of the destination restaurants and specialty stores in Federal Hill are located along Atwells, between Bradford and America Streets.