The Brown Graduate Center Bar (GCB) is a great place to socialize with fellow graduate students, undergrads, and other members of the Brown community. The bar features a great selection of bottled beer and an eclectic and frequently rotated range of tap choices.
42 Charlesfield St (btwn Brown St & Thayer St) Providence , RI 02906 United States
Credit Cards | Yes |
Outdoor Seating | No |
Menus | Brunch |
Drinks | Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails |
The Grad Center Bar is a members-only, not-for-profit establishment located in the basement of an old dorm. While all graduates receive a free membership , anyone else can buy a nightly pass for $5. Read more
If you can find it, you’ll need to buy a membership ($35) which will quickly pay for itself, as the drinks are nice and cheap .
Great beer selection and atmosphere. Similar to that of the bar in Good Will Hunting.
You’ll make up that cover charge in a hurry: The beer selections are cheap and plentiful—we’re talking $2 to $4 foreign pints. Read more
Cheap beer and nice spot
You don't have to be a Brown student to get a membership and it is THE BEST VALUE in Providence for boozing.
Literally the best deals ever. Maybe apply for Brown graduate studies just to get free membership .
German chocolate cake shots. Ask for lemon and sugar; take it like a tequila shot . Delicious. (and $3.)
Ask for Dogfish Head .
Super cheap non-profit bar
Best bar in providence. Get here at all costs.
The Mexican Beer menu
Ask for the bacon beer . Tastes just like bacon
Some great quiet study spaces: the Absolute Quiet Room, or really anywhere downstairs! - Tuesday M
The LifeFitness machines are amazing! Try the aerobic setting under classics on the elliptical. It's a nice arm workout. - Johanna Marmolejos
It's a really fun atmosphere. They have a full bar and a few decent beers. I just love all the random tiki bar and pirate stuff. - Kazem Edmond
Love this little bar. Dark and intimate, back yard patio for summer lounging and the snickers martini is so good! - Tania Allen
Pretty good thin crust, I like the fresh tomato and basil slice the best. - Rachel Sheppard