Form meets content, where everything old is new again, at Loie Fuller’s bistro. The dining room walls are muraled with Art Nouveau lovelies, surrounded by freeform mirrors and swirls of carved wood. Designer Kyla Coburn had free rein to match the delicious country French and Cajun cuisine of chef Eric Wolf.



-2009 Yankee Travel Guide



The talented Kyla Coburn has done a very impressive job with the design in The Avery, J.R.'s new spot in what used to be the Decatur Lounge. It's darker and loungy (the ambience is similar to other joints by Mike Sears, who, I'm told, is involved in the project), in contrast to the glorified melting pot/happily scruffy neighborhood bar of the Decatur. The bar itself has been relocated to the other side of the room, and Kyla's original artwork, particularly two babes set against the Providence skyline, is amazing.



-April 2008, Ian Donnis



Broadway Bistro has a prime corner location with large windows looking onto the historic street in its name, as well as onto a side street. Therefore, you might expect a light-filled interior, at least during the season when it’s not dark by dinnertime. But a late-night spot thrives on setting a low-light mood, even a secretive air. Local designer Kyla Coburn’s combination of tomato-red walls, red lights, black wainscoting, black woodwork, and black ceilings definitely contributes to that vibe.



-October 2008, Johnette Rodriguez







Wow - what a beautiful restaurant. Even if you're not hungry, it's worth going for a drink to admire thewoodwork and beautiful murals! Also, it's neat that they have an $18 half bottle of port, which I think makes it a great place to go for dessert with a few friends. (When I went they had 3 dessert choices and a cheese plate). I don't think I've ever seen such an amazing interior. I even had to stare at the ceiling for a few minutes.



-May 2007, cajuntoast



Loïe Fuller's best asset is their decor. Finished in the art nouveau style, this is one of the prettiest interiors I've ever seen in a restaurant: murals, tiles, lighting fixtures, etc, are all carefully chosen.



-August 2009