It’s definitely a great food adventure trying out the newest restaurants around Rhode Island but sometimes you just want a tried-and-true spot that serves up scrumptious pizza. The Big Cheese and Pub is a neighborhood pizza joint that everyone will love. This family-friendly eatery has stood the test of time and is now in its 45th year. The nostalgic atmosphere and a menu full of other yummy reasons are why this place takes you back to the good old days.

Find the Big Cheese and Pub in Cranston. Once a tiny restaurant with just a few booths catering to take-out customers, this eatery has transformed into a destination for a sit down meal.
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The cozy dining room is reminiscent of eras past. The lighting, booths, and other decor create an atmosphere of the old-school Italian restaurants.
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The Big Cheese and Pub is known for its thick and delicious slices of pizza. The dough is freshly rolled every day and the made-from-scratch sauce recipes that haven't changed in decades are a stand-out.
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The menu has a wonderful selection of specialty pies with creative ingredients. But you can also build your own pizza incorporating all of your favorite toppings. There are even five different homemade crusts to choose from so you'll definitely get your perfect pizza!
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Pizza may be what draws in first-time visitors but it's only one of the mainstays of the menu. Hot sandwiches, salads, and the biggest calzones you've ever seen are all tasty choices.
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Cheese lovers will want to indulge in the Mozzarella Bread. Discover melted mozzarella cheese wrapped in fresh dough, topped with garlic butter, and parmesan cheese. This melted deliciousness is served with a side of homemade sauce for dipping.
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Pasta entrees round out the menu. Enjoy yours with meatballs, chicken parmigiana, sauteed mushrooms, and many more satisfying options. The next time you're on the prowl for an old-school neighborhood pizza joint with first-class Italian fare, head to The Big Cheese and Pub.
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This award-winning restaurant is open Sunday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. and Friday - Saturday from 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. You can find it at 606 Reservoir Ave., Cranston, RI 02910. Learn more by checking out their website or Facebook page.

Have you ever dined at this long-standing spot? For even more family-friendly restaurants in the Ocean State, check out this list.

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