Yoleni’s Closes in Downtown Providence
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Yoleni’s has closed in downtown Providence.
The Greek restaurant and marketplace was located in the historic Tidlen-Thurber building on Westminster Street.
It opened in 2018, featuring such staples as gyros, stuffed grape leaves, as well as soups and salads.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTIn 2019, chef and co-owner John Philippides appeared on GoLocal LIVE.
“We make our own dough for our pita pockets fresh. We have eight flavors for the wraps as well as sweet flavors like apple pie and chocolate. We have managed to get these out of the oven within four to five minutes, so it is quick,” says Philippides.
“Here we have slow cooked orzo, with beef, celery, and carrots. We have foods from different locations of Greece. These areas are very unique, and take pride in their cuisine,” says Philippides.
Landlord Joe Paolino said that despite Yoleni’s popularity with residents and visitors, the challenges of the pandemic proved too much.
“We’re sad to see them go,” said Paolino on Tuesday.
Paolino said that he is looking for new a tenant in the location which had been recently renovated.
“It’s got a fully built-out, top-shelf kitchen,” Paolino told GoLocal.
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