Dan’s Place

Published Feb. 3, 2010 at 5:39 p.m.
Comfort food in the wilds of West Greenwich
We didn't notice any grizzlies or cougars as road kill on our trek to Dan's Place, though we kept our eyes peeled there in the wilds of West Greenwich.

Dan’s Place 401.392.3092 880 Victory Hwy, West Greenwich Danspizzaplace.com Mon-Sun, 11:30 am-10 pm Major credit cards Full bar Sidewalk-level accessible

We didn't notice any grizzlies or cougars as road kill on our trek to Dan's Place, though we kept our eyes peeled there in the wilds of West Greenwich. Eventually, there it stood, tall and barn-like in the wilderness, as inviting as an oasis.

As such, for those who rush in to slake their thirst, a large bar area is immediately convenient, amidst numerous dining areas. The Harley above the bar is shelved as snugly as in a carport, rather than the usual practice of being suspended by thick chains. Reminders here and there keep you aware of where you are, such as photos of Narragansett and a humorous poster of all things Rhode Island. The atmosphere is comfortable for both suburbanites and bankers. Country music softly curls around you. The restaurant was so packed midweek that we had to use a third parking lot.

Dan Hebert used to be known as the proprietor of West Greenwich Town Pizza, just down the road. But as of June this past year, he pulled the curtain on the larger Dan's Place, serving the same grinders and much more.

There's a lot of menu to look over. A nearby table of seven guys were ordering burgers, so I checked that out. The nearly dozen options are $7.95, coming with fries and piled with such choices as spicy chili or robed with a sweet bourbon glaze. The men in two couples at another table both wore blue jeans and cowboy boots, so I figured them for barbecue. There is a slow-cooked pulled pork sandwich ($6.95), plus dry-rub pork ribs, barbecued chicken, and a combo with both ($12.95).

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