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Posted in Rhode Island Nature November 07, 2017 by Rachel

This Rhode Island Restaurant Serves A TV Dinner That’s To Die For

Many of us have childhood memories of being handed a TV dinner on a tray, the different components of which had turned to indistinguishable mush in the oven or microwave. That said, there was something comforting about the tray with its little compartments – and the always-included dessert. One Rhode Island restaurant has taken the nostalgia of the TV dinner and turned it into a truly gourmet meal, one suitable for a date night rather than a night in front of the TV.

The Shanty in Warwick doesn't look fancy on the outside, but a simple exterior hides an extremely charming restaurant that turns out amazing food.

The gorgeous lights over the bar create an especially cozy atmosphere in the evenings.

The restaurant's best-known dish is its TV dinner, and it's a far cry from anything you could find in the freezer section.

With buttermilk fried Cornish game hen, smoke cheddar mac and cheese, slaw, a seasonal vegetable such as corn on the cob or sweet potato mash, and a dessert special, this dinner is sure to satisfy all your cravings.

Of course, if the TV dinner isn't your thing, there are plenty of other great choices on the menu.

The seafood is especially tasty – and the whole menu has a focus on fresh, local ingredients.

The lobster roll is fantastic too!

If you have bad childhood memories of brussels sprouts, give them another try here - these are crispy and delicious.

Another perk of a grown-up TV dinner? You can enjoy it with a refreshing adult beverage. Your parents definitely wouldn't have gone for that when you were a kid!

You can find The Shanty at 3854 Post Rd., Warwick, RI 02886.

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