I'm not sure if it's the same now as it was when I lived there, but RI had a law against selling any kind of liquor in anything save a bar or a liquor store... and there were a lot of strict blue laws on the books about the kind of hours those establishments could keep.
As a result, there are a lot of liquor stores in RI. There are huge chains of them throughout the area. One of the chains that I didn't remember until I saw the sign is below:

Yes. That is the famous Bunghole Liquor Store chain. A sight only found in New England. Enjoy your drink!
As a result, there are a lot of liquor stores in RI. There are huge chains of them throughout the area. One of the chains that I didn't remember until I saw the sign is below:
Yes. That is the famous Bunghole Liquor Store chain. A sight only found in New England. Enjoy your drink!