I came here as part of Providence Coffee Crawls. I had been here before and loved my experience, so…read moreI was looking forward to visiting again. The first time I came, it was a rainy weekday and this time it was a sunny weekend, so I was expecting an even larger crowd; and my prediction was correct. The line was just out the door but because of their awesome staff, the line was moving very quickly. While we waited in line, we could watch them making pastries through the glass, a couple feet in front of us. I admired that level of transparency. When we were third in line, the kindest lady asked us whether we'd be eating in or taking out and she took down our name to help us find a table when it came time. She did the same for the rest of the people in line. She also gave us some recommendations, including the cinnamon bun - apparently they're so good kids cry when they sell out. I didn't intend to order anything with my drink, but I couldn't get the cinnamon bun out of my head so I ordered it along with my iced spiced chai latte. The hen (I think it's their logo) on the aprons of the employees are super cute. We did secure a table. The tables are close together to maximize the number of people who can sit down but I didn't mind. I love their art all around, mostly of birds which I am obsessed with. I love that they have a lot of natural lighting coming through their tall windows. I also like the navy blue and white theme they have going on. The chai latte was perfect. It was the right color (a dark tan), meaning the ratio of tea and milk was good and I could taste a lot of the spices. The cinnamon bun blew my expectations away. The second my teeth made. contact with the icing, it was a magical feeling. I couldn't quite put my finger on what it tasted like, but the closest I got was dulce de leche. It is truly unlike any other cinnamon bun I have ever had. The dough is soft and there is a good amount of cinnamon. It's also $4 which is not bad. I had a bite of their canelé, which apparently requires a lot of work to make. It was very moist, with a great caramelized finish. I am super excited to try their new weekend dinner menu, but also more of their all day menu items.

I bought a cinnamon bun ($5) and it was basic. Once you bite it, you realize it is just a brioche…read moredonut with some frosting. There were no cinnamon-butter layers inside it. The frosting was incredible though. That stuff could go on anything. The cinnamon buns at Oak Bakeshop and Whole Foods are much better with those typical gooey layers inside. Also, it was not large in size, anyone can eat it in one sitting. The worker who took my order was very friendly and it is so nice/comfortable inside there.

It was my first time at this location and this was my favorite one of their shops! Matty and Ryan…read moretook care of me and they were friendly and wonderful. You can tell they are very passionate about the shop. I got a latte and it was tasty, and will def be back to try another after I finish RI food fights best iced coffee! The shop is unique and very pretty. I would def grab a drink with a friend here or read with a beverage. What a nice new shop.

We visited on a Sunday morning, a little after opening. Finding parking was easy and it was still…read morequiet inside. They do have overhead lights, but most of the clarity was coming in through the windows. I wanted something refreshing so I ordered a blueberry lemon iced tea and for my mom, I ordered her a vanilla latte. While we waited, we secured the couch facing the entrance that we were eyeing - very comfortable indeed. One of the staff members delivered the drinks to us which was very kind of them. My tea was cold and refreshing, but a big underwhelming with flavor. My mom's latte had a nice design in the foam and was good, especially since it was not overly sweet. We really liked the calm vibes in here and the simple but classy interior design.

I love Bolt and I love that they have this little location in the RISD museum. The coffee is…read moreconsistently good and the atmosphere is super cool. I love that you can add your own milk and syrup to the coffee, and they include oat milk too! I had a lovely conversation with the young woman working there today too. She was so friendly and we talked all about our favorite coffees and places to eat!

This year I got the Rhodey food fights coffee passport. I was very impressed with bolts coffee. The…read moreguy who was my server was so friendly and helpful. He gave me good recommendations on coffee flavors as well as a good donut to pair with it. I am looking forward to returning.

My friend and I came across this tea shop by surprise. It's beautiful, vibey, chill, and has…read moredelicious food and drinks. It serves as both a hookah bar and a tea shop. It's a perfect place to take photos, talk tea, or do work. I got the hummus with pita chips, le peche smoothie, and the karkanay hot tea. Support this business!

I was in town helping my daughter move into her dorm when she suddenly got very sick in the middle…read moreof the night. I was looking for a nearby tea house and saw that this place was about to close. I called, and the girl who answered the phone was so kind she said she would wait for us. When we arrived, the owner was extremely nice and welcoming. I ordered tea for my younger daughter, who loved both the tea and the atmosphere. I also ordered tea for my college-bound daughter who wasn't feeling well. When I explained that she was very sick and had requested tea, the owner not only brought out her drink but also made her a second one special, just for her saying he hoped she would feel better. That thoughtful gesture meant so much to us. This place is adorable, the service is amazing, and they've definitely gained another loyal customer. We'll absolutely be back.

This continues to be my favorite waffle place in the country. They are constantly releasing…read moredifferent flavors to stay on top of trends and they never fail. For this visit, some people in my group ordered the matcha waffle: matcha silky cream, chocolate drizzle, topped with fresh strawberries, while others including myself got the ube waffle: ube silky cream, drizzled condensed milk, and topped with fresh blueberries, bananas, raspberries, and coconut shavings. By default, these were on the liege waffle which is personally my favorite since it has a crispy and caramel like consistency. The ube cream was very creamy and smooth. The condensed milk was a great touch, as it acted like a syrup. The fresh fruits helped balance out the sweetness. The matcha one was also good. It reminded me a little of the dubai chocolate combination, mostly because of the colors. I've been seeing them add more and more drinks to the menu - mostly ones that resemble the waffle flavors. The prices have not changed much and they're still reasonable for the quality and quantity. There is plenty of seating in the lower area of their store. It is off of Thayer street so depending on the day, parking can be tough.

I recently tried this coffee spot and thought it was just okay overall. The drinks didn't have as…read moremuch flavor as I was expecting. I ordered the crème brûlée coffee, and while it wasn't bad, it mostly just tasted like regular coffee without that rich, dessert like flavor you'd hope for. On the other hand, the tiramisu latte was actually really delicious. Honestly, I wish I could order a whole cake of just the tiramisu, it was the highlight for me. You definitely get more cake than the coffee, but it worked in its favor and tasted much better than the crème brûlée drink. It was nice to try, especially since everything looks so aesthetically pleasing, but it feels more like a place you visit for the vibe rather than a go to coffee run.

Just stopped in real quick to check out this space before dinner. Sadly they closed before we could…read moreget an after dinner treat, but I'll be back for sure! All of the pastries looked amazing, the staff was super nice, drinks sounded delicious and the space is cute! What a great spot!

Come for the desserts and pastries! I love the vibe here, and the desserts are easily a 10/10. The…read morepastel Vasco is my absolute favorite! You can also call ahead and order whole cakes, which is a huge plus. The drinks are decent, but I do think the coffee could be made better. That said, the pastries and desserts are what keep me coming back. I've recommended this place to friends and family.

Matcha was delicious! The fruit sandwich was yummy and filling. Convenient location if you're in…read morethe Brown building.

In honor of Earth Day, Ceremony launched a limited-edition Earth Day Matcha Latte. The Earth Day…read moreMatcha Latte is layered with housemade butterfly pea flower syrup and premium ceremonial-grade matcha. I added crystal boba. The boba was chewy and translucent. The drink was very aesthetically pleasing and it tasted wonderful. The staff were very friendly. I couldn't think of the name of the drink to order, but I mentioned that I saw it on Instagram and the staff member knew exactly what I was talking about and described it. Another time I had their strawberry matcha latte, but preferred their honey lavender matcha latte and the earth day matcha. It's just personal preference since I know many people who like their strawberry matcha latte.

I'm driving back to our B&B late afternoon and I see people gathered outside Brown Bee Coffee…read more Are they online? Is there a wait for coffee? Inquiring minds want to know and I want to see what's buzzin' so I found a parking across the street and headed towards the Brown Bee. The second I walked in, I knew I found a hidden gem in Providence. The baked goods look like a true professional baked them. Ever grab a tray of croissants from Costco? I'm sure those bakers question their life. These baked goods look like the bakers put time and true methods to achieve the level of a quality baked goods. Take for instance their pain au chocolat. Simple, yet elegant with a classic golden hue. Brown Bee, I commend you on your mad skills. My wife and I stopped in for coffee. I see a great line up of coffee choices: Halva Latte, Pistachio Latte and a Bee Latte made with cayenne. That sounds a little too on the wild side so I ordered two Spanish lattes. Made with condensed milk, smoked chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt, this is perfect for a cloudy afternoon. I also order a cookie to split between us, a Brookie. The lattes were perfection. The sweetness from the condensed milk and the smoked chocolate gave the drink a nice balanced flavor. The Brookie? Fudgy, chewy and the right amount of chocolate made this an afternoon delight. Just passing thru, thanks Brown Bee Coffee for a great Providence experience!

It was a Wednesday afternoon, and I was craving a good latte. I had seen this place on social media…read moreand added it to my list of cafes to visit. There is a parking lot in the back, but I was not sure if it was for the café or apartments downstairs, so I just found street parking nearby. The inside gave me Spaniard vibes because of the cream, smooth walls and dark wooden accents. The following were the two things that instantly caught my attention when I walked in: They have merchandise on display for sale and it seems like high quality material and they had a vehicle made of croissants on display, maybe about 1.5 ft x 1 ft x 6 inches. They have their pastries on display which helps visualize what you're getting before buying it. They are unique and big in size. Their drink menu is good and includes a mix of teas (including matcha) and coffee. I went with the bee latte which was supposed to have honey, cardamom, and cayenne. I was interested in seeing how sweet, herbal/minty, and spicy would taste together. I was also [easily] self-convinced into getting a Za'atar croissant. After our order came out, we walked outside and sat at their patio area which has about 5-6 tables enough for two people each. The latte was good. I appreciated how it was not sweet, but I did think the cardamom was too subtle. It seemed like the cayenne was powder just sprinkled on top and I might've inhaled half of it on my first sip, so I was dying a bit. The Za'atar croissant was given to us in a brown paper box with the outside of their building drawn onto it. Since we asked for it toasted, it was warm and extra crispy/flaky on top. It was flat (about 1 inch thick) and about 6 inches in diameter, so big enough to share if you're just interested in a light snack. The inside of every swirl was packed with olive oil, middle eastern herbs, and lots of sesame seeds. Although it may take away from the traditional flavors and way of eating it, I wish it came with something to dip it into like whipped cream cheese or smashed olives. Nonetheless, it was delicious. On weekends, they have a laptop free policy which I think it good to allow for more people to enjoy, rather than people taking up tables for a while to do work.

There isn't much I can say that likely hasn't been said already. While they can be a little pricy,…read morethe pastries are top notch. The carrot cake and banana crème are my hands down favorites, but the lemon cake is very closely behind. Even items like scones that aren't typically amongst my favorites, are made very well. The staff is always friendly and helpful. If you go there and see something you think you would enjoy, get it! It'll likely be top 5 on your all-time list.

Food: four stars We got a fruit tart and a chocolate cake…read more Both tasted okay. For fruit cakes my top choice is still the fruit Mille crepe at Harbs. Service: five stars The staffs were welcoming. We asked for a less sweet cake and they introduced all cakes to us. Ambiance: five stars The store itself was small with one or two benches for indoor seating. They have two benches outdoor as well.

What a fabulous location for brunch & a drink. The service was impeccable and everyone was so…read morefriendly. Every cocktail was superb & made with care. The food was delicious and creative. Highly recommend

This matcha changed my life. It was divineeeee! I have never been big in flavored matcha, I am now…read more Space is super cute and cozy. Staff were super helpful and chill. Lots of trinkets to purchase. Vibey lil hangout spot