European-Influenced Contemporary Cuisine
An Immersive Menuless Dining Experience
Tucked away in a small private room with panoramic ocean views, Cara, The Chanler's signature Forbes Five-Star restaurant, offers contemporary and creative blind-tasting menus inspired by European elegance and sustainable New England ingredients. Executive Chef Jacob Jasinski lets the food take center stage with avant-garde cuisine, creating new dishes daily to highlight ingredients harvested at their peak. The kitchen team thoughtfully presents and explains each dish to provide a storied view into the creative process, creating a dynamic interaction between the chefs, service team, and guests. An optional wine pairing from the extensive beverage list recognized by Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence is curated nightly for each dish.
April 30, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Cara is open Wednesday - Sunday with two experiences available.
- The 5:00 pm seating offers a 5-course Blind Tasting
- $170 per guest plus tax and service charge
- The 8:00 pm seating offers an 8-course Blind Tasting
- $230 per guest plus tax and service charge
Discover why People Magazine has named us one of the "50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America" and Yankee Magazine recognized us as "The Best Hotel Restaurant in Rhode Island."
Dietary: Tastings include both meat and seafood. For severe allergies, multiple restrictions, vegetarians, or vegans, we recommend dining at Remy's Loose.
Dress Code: We want you to feel at ease and enjoy your experience to the fullest, so our dress code is relaxed. We believe the atmosphere is shaped by you—come as you are, whether you're dressing up for a special occasion or keeping it casual. The vibe is all about making yourself comfortable while enjoying the moment.
Cancellation Policy: To preserve the intimate ambiance of our restaurant, we kindly ask for a prepayment, including a 20% service charge, for the tasting menu. This prepayment is fully refundable if the reservation is canceled at least 72 hours before the scheduled time. The Cara dining experience is not recommended for children under 12.
Reservations: Please call 401-847-2244, or reserve on OpenTable. We are pleased to offer reservations 60 days in advance.