When will Plant City in Providence close?

Plant City in Providence will close permanently on February 8, 2026.

What caused the closure of Plant City?

The closure of Plant City was caused by a significant reduction in customers due to the ongoing closure of the westbound Washington Bridge.

What is the status of other Plant City locations?

The other Plant City locations in Barrington and Warwick will remain open.

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Plant City Closes: Providence Bridge Blamed for Demise

27 Jan

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Summary

Providence's Plant City food hall will close on February 8, 2026.
The Washington Bridge closure significantly reduced customer traffic.
Gubernatorial candidates weigh in on the economic impact.

Plant City Closes: Providence Bridge Blamed for Demise

Plant City, a notable vegan food hall in Providence, is set to close permanently on February 8, 2026. Owner Kim Anderson announced that the South Water Street establishment will cease operations after experiencing a significant and sustained decrease in patronage. This decline is directly attributed to the closure of the westbound lanes of the Washington Bridge, which has been shut down since December 13, 2023, due to discovered structural issues.

State officials are offering resources to the approximately 70 employees affected by the closure. Governor Dan McKee acknowledged the impact of infrastructure disruptions on small businesses. Meanwhile, gubernatorial rival Helena Buonanno Foulkes criticized the governor's response as out of touch, emphasizing the severe economic consequences for local businesses. Plant City's other locations in Barrington and Warwick will remain open.