Tini Restaurant, 200 Washington St., Providence, is now open for lunch Tuesday to Friday, noon to 2 p.m., reports chef Darius Salko. The menu includes the great Tini hotdogs, and much more.

Until now the restaurant, owned by Johanne Killeen and George Germon (who also own Al Forno), was only open Tuesday - Saturday, 5-10 p.m. for dinner and until 12 a.m. for the Bar.

Here's the small plates menu:
Endive Caesar Salad - jalapeño, cilantro, garlic croutons
Greek Salad - tomatoes, cucumber, feta , mint
Pear Salad - arugula, gorgonzola, candied pecans
Poblano Stuffie - cheese, tomato sauce, black beans
Confit Pork Taco - onions, cabbage, cilantro, lime
Olivia's Enchiladas - pork, corn, lime, onion, cilantro
Chicken Schnitzel - fresh tomato salad, mint
Fiery Florets - broccoli, garlic, hot peppers
Tini Salumi Plate - parmigiano, olives, peperoncini
Steak Tartare - blackbird farm angus, dd's bread
The Fries - hot sauce & garlic mayo
Lunch Cart Weenie - homemade hotdog, mexican toppings
Chocolate Ice Box Cake
Tini Cookies