Here Are The 11 Dishes You Have To Eat In Rhode Island Before You Die

Rhode Island offers a unique and delicious array of local dishes that are a must-try for residents and visitors alike.

One of the very best benefits of living in Rhode Island is the food, of course! Sure the beaches are beautiful and all, but most would agree the local cuisine is simply out of this world! Here are 11 oh so very Rhode Island dishes that you should definitely try as soon as possible, if you haven't yet!

1. Clam Cakes

Fried dough filled with clams is as amazing as it is unique!

2. Clam Chowder

A cup of chowder to accompany your clam cakes might be the greatest food experience you'll ever have.

3. Hot Weiners

Hot wieners are an important comfort food to the people of Rhode Island.

4. Pizza Strips

Nobody can really explain it, but pizza slices are delicious, regardless of their simplicity.

5. Stuffies

Stuffed quahogs are so very Rhode Island and make for a wonderful meal, or snack, or appetizer.

6. Donut Cake

If you haven't had a donut cake from Allie's Donuts, you should probably fix that!

7. Johnny Cakes

These corn meal pancakes are a must have experience.

8. Steamers

Rhode Islanders sure do love their clams!

9. Doughboys

Fried pizza dough covered in sugar; need we say more?

10. Zeppole

Rhode Island has the densest italian population per capita compared to any other state, which makes these amazing Italian treats very popular around these parts.

11. Calamari

This dish of fried squid is found all over the state's restaurants!

What are your favorite Rhode Island Dishes?

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