This is a go-to spot for myself and to take guests for a memorable meal when they are in town. It's a cozy local spot with two large indoor seating areas and an outdoor area that is pet friendly. From small tables to big picnic tables. Service is above-and-beyond. It feels like we're immediately part of a community and everyone is SO kind. Lisa has been a pro the last three times I was there. The line can be up to an hour on weekends but you can walk right up to the counter on weekdays. The food is reliably delicious with filling portions: Madiera Mushroom Melt (5/5) - Mouthful of cheese and mushroom. Cru Chicken Sandwich, but with mushrooms (5/5) - I had a vegetarian friend ask for this and they kindly accommodated. It also looked delicious enough to be a fixed menu item! Crab Cake Burger (5/5) - More sandwich than burger since it's not on a bun. I always worry if I can finish this dish but I do because it's large but not heavy. Hen & Hog (4/5) - I would recommend eating this fresh rather than doing a takeout. Fancy Tots (5/5) - Bacon and cheese on crispy tots. Need I say more? Asian Cole Slaw (5/5) - I'm normally not a slaw fan but love the flavors for this! Also haven't seen this anywhere else. read more

Pictures look great right? This does not tell the full story. While researching places to go on our Newport, RI excursion we jotted down Cru Cafe was a must based on the array of items you could order for affordable prices. Specifically game here for their Eggs Newport only offered on their Bruch weekend menu. Read on for the full review. Eggs Newport - Poached eggs, crab cakes, old bayhollandaise, portuguese bolo roll, served with potato bacon hash. Lot going on with this item however the flavor of the crab cakes was just not good. The potato bacon hash obviously will be loaded with sodium but this was probably the main culprit of making my girlfriend pretty sick. Full disclosure she was coming down with something as it was / is flu season etc., regardless I would not order this again. The Bellevue Burrito - scrambled eggs, chicken & white bean chili, monterey jack, guacamole, salsa in a grilled wrap. Very large portion and I did manage to finish it as I was straving. My only complaint is it wasn't hot enough and again no reason to run back for either of the two items we ordered. Other cons in my book is you have to go to counter and order / pay before getting your meal. On vacation call me crazy but I prefer to sit down, have the food come to me, and tip of course for this service. Although Cru Cafe did not meet my expectations, they offer a wide array of attractive both breakfast and lunch menu options and I hope to see them succeed in beautiful Newport, RI. As always people SYOY!!! read more

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Searching for a quick coffee led us to this cafe. Loved this spot so much we came twice within several hours. Decor was extremely cute inside and out. We arrived 10 mins before opening and there were already people lining up outside the door, but the line moved quickly once the cafe opened. Ordered a soup with grilled cheese and some coffee for a quick breakfast. Coffee was so good we came back after some sightseeing and got another one for the ride back! read more

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I can't believe I haven't been here sooner! But since I've discovered Cru, I've been there a handful of times! The first time for lunch, the second for a coffee meetup and the third time for brunch with my family. Each time, I have been thoroughly impressed! The food is always good, the coffee is always good and everyone is always so nice! I love the outdoor seating and there's plenty of indoor seating. They truly live up to their core values! read more

Cru Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Frothy cappuccinos though froth is not as thick as some places despite whole milk - so done in a hurry. Coffee used is mediocre - not particularly strong for a cap. Hand held cobbler pies are nicely baked but with scant filling - at least mine was. The staff is fast, friendly and the place is clean and busy. The parking area is very cramped so there are those who yell at drivers to hurry despite the fact that they can't - so the spot is not particularly relaxing unless you are on foot. read more

Cru Cafe - Cappuccino - frothy but thin - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

First time here and absolutely loved it. Service was super friendly and I loved the feel of the place. So much room and so charming. The food was super fresh and the taste was amazing. Loved the Portuguese bolo bread used for the avocado toast. Nice touch I definitely plan on returning to try lunch. read more

Cru Cafe - Not Your Average BLT two eggs, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado toasted on a portuguese bolo roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Cru Cafe is tucked away in the corner of a shopping plaza. Luckily there's parking available just for the cafe. They have an extensive menu that includes Jamaican jerk chicken. I got the Russell's famous Charlie Burger. The burger was amazing, and one of the best burgers I've had. It was cooked perfectly and tasted juicy & delicious. Also got the peach tea which was refreshing & not too sweet. The Italian Stallione sandwich was quite good as well. Overall, it was a very good experience. I would come back here for breakfast/brunch. Service was quick. read more

Cru Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Place works like a well oiled machine. The lines can be long but they go quick and you always find a seat. Food is great, consistent and they care. The staff is always happy and hospitable. This is one of our go to places when we visit. They are just a wonderful "cru" of staff that care and put love in their food. read more

The food was AMAZING!!! Coffee was delicious! And service was super fast. Great breakfast/brunch place to eat when in Newport! read more

Cru Cafe - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Probably our favorite spot in Newport! The staff is incredibly friendly. The food and coffee are great! It's easy to walk here from the wharf. It feels cozy in the winter and spacious in the summer. Stop here after walking around for the day, after a morning run, or just to get good coffee to start the day. You won't be disappointed! read more

Delicious burrito and coffee, sat outside and listened to their smooth jazz radio which was relaxing

Cru Cafe is a great spot to visit! Visited RI for the first time and wanted to find a nice budget brunch spot. This place definitely fits the bill. Self-service brunch spot where you take your food and find your own seat. Was a bit busy, but well deservingly so! Food here was delicious, ordered the Crusty Crab burger, crab cakes on a baguette with some cole slaw on it. Crab cakes were tasty and the baguette was crunchy and soft. Place was great on pricing, next time I would've spent a few extra bucks and gotten a side, wish I tried more of their menu! Guest got the avocado benedict, they came out quite nicely. If you're looking for a casual brunch place, and especially if you're trying to stay on a budget, would definitely check out Cru. Parking was a nightmare though, the allotted space for Cru Cafe was pretty limited and this place gets busy, so beware. read more

Cru Cafe - crusty crab burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Food was amazing, especially for the price!! Can get very busy but service is reasonable quick. Lots of seating especially with the newly added space. We recommend the southwest scramble & blueberry muffin! Their vanilla late is read more

One of the best brunch spots I've ever visited! I highly recommend anything on the menu but my favorite was probably their chili burrito! read more

Cru Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Yum, yum, yum! First time here but not the last! It was busy but now I know why! Busy but moved along nicely. Go inside and grab a menu and feast in the many yummy choices. Order at the counter and get a sign and go find your seat! Inside or outside. We had the best avocado toast with bacon and perfect cooked poached eggs. Hubby had a fab breakfast burrito with sausage and lots of other goodies! Sign says you can bring your own byob and buy the fixings for $2.50 to make a Bloody Mary or mimosa!! read more

Cru Cafe - Avocado toast with bacon and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

This place is super busy! And I can see why. The food came out quick and was served hot. We had OJ, coffee, avocado toast with egg, and the burrito with egg, white bean chili and chicken. Oh, and the apple cider doughnuts. OJ and coffee are okay. The avocado toast was tasty but very small portion. Good thing we added the egg otherwise we would've still been hungry. The burrito was delicious. Served with salsa and avocado mash and topped with cheese. It's a very heavy meal but worth it if you're going to split with someone. The doughnuts are a must have. I don't know what they do to it but they had an excellent balance of a slight firm crunch but super moist center. Not too sweet and awesome with coffee. read more

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Each time we visit Newport, we make a point to try a new to us restaurant. This place has been on my radar for a while and I'm glad we finally got to try it! Very cute atmosphere! Lots of seating available (parking, not so much). Hubby and I shared a reuben and the woman at the counter offered to split it on two plates for us-- that way we'd each get a pickle! Super nice of her to do that. The sandwich was made warm, nicely toasted and brought it right to our table. The restaurant also has complimentary ice water which is much appreciated. We will add this to our regular spots when we visit Newport! read more

I am getting a little embaressed that I seem to be giving 5 star reviews for all of Newport but thanks to Yelp and friends we normally don't end up somewhere that is not excellent and Cru Cafe was no different. And we just so happened to come by during the last race of the Louis Vitton finals(sailboat race that is qualifier for the America's Cup). Much to my delight they had a big screen TV with like minded individuals watching while enjoying our lovely breakfast. Very nice ambiance in this place and plenty of indoor or outdoor eating depending on weather. There really is not much service but that is by design. You go through the line and order and they do deliver it but that is about it and they were quick and the food was delicious. Perfectly cooked egg on my ham and cheese sandwich and the large tater tots were a hit for the table. I would go back and order the same but saw lots of great choices in front of all our company. read more

Cru Cafe - Inside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Our first time in Newport and we went to Cru Cafe almost every day. The food and ingredients are fresh with incredible flavor. We tried everything from the cookies, to the salads, to the sandwiches, to breakfast. The line may look long but it's an efficient operation with super friendly staff and very fair prices. The seating is plentiful and offers both indoor and outdoor options. Overall one of our favorite spots in Newport and we will be back! read more

our first visit was great. fantastic service, delicious food and warm and friendly atmosphere highly recommended

After reading the amazing reviews, this place was added to my list of must try restaurants. Ordered the avocado toast ($6.95), the not your average BLT ($5.50) and the classic and fancy tater tots. The food took 50mins! They were busy and we expected some wait (they said approx. 30mins) but it took them almost an hour. We were not that hungry so didn't mind the wait. They were giving cookies out for the wait (probably because they were closing soon too). The avocado toast.. avoid! The avocado spread was good but I didn't like that it was on top of a piece of white toast. The toast was all soggy and it was definitely not worth $7. Everything else was really good though. We thought about coming back the following day to try other sandwiches but after that 50mins wait, we had to pass. read more

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always 10/10, irish burrito never disappoints, always friendly staff and love their new addition of space :) read more

Cru Cafe - irish burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Update: Just wanted to update this b/c I mentioned previously that I didn't like having to go inside to order. I called to order take out one day and had both my little kids with me. Didn't want to go inside, and asked if I could curbside pick up AND THEY WERE SO NICE ABOUT IT. Super friendly staff, brought my perfectly packaged food outside to my car. A freaking GODSEND for parents. Cru Cafe rocks. Food was amazing as usual. If you're in Newport, this is a MUST VISIT. 1000000 stars. read more

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While Cru Cafe doesn't have sweet breakfast options (waffles, pancakes, French toast), it hits the spot if you like eggs and breakfast sandwiches/burritos! It's not on Thames Street, so it seems slightly less touristy. You order at the counter and then bring your number to your table. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We got there at 10:35am on a Thursday morning. There was a line to order, but it went quickly. Our food was brought to our table at 10:55. The prices were very affordable! You won't find better value than this in Newport! For example, the Loaded Avocado Toast comes with 2 eggs, tomato, and bacon for $8.95! Unheard of!! My family also got the Bellevue Burrito without the tortilla (very tasty), The Casino (biscuit was fluffy and delicious) , and Not Your Average BLT (delicious). The Yelp reviews said the tater tots were the thing to get, so we got a small side of Classic Tots for the table and they were indeed golden and crispy!! Definitely get them any hour of the day! The dipping sauce was some sort of chipotle aioli which was also delicious. read more

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Omg, Cru Cafe is so awesome! You can tell it's a great joint, because they constantly have a line at the counter. The food was worth the wait! We placed orders for a large party of about 12 for brunch food. We had the Belleview Burrito, tots, apple cider donut, breakfast sandwiches, and cookies. First of all, you HAVE to try the apple cider donut. This donut is thick and covered in sugar. It's so delicious. They also have these whoopie pie cookies with icing in the middle that are then dipped into chocolate on the edges. I mean come on, that is insanely decadent and amazing! I bought 5 to split with friend and try the different flavors. The Belleview Burrito was tasty but was very messy and loosely wrapped. Mine fell apart and I had to eat it with a fork. The white bean chili on the burrito was great! The tots were super fresh and yummy. The coffee here is also really great! You pay at the counter and then it is self-serve. This establishment is BYOB. We were celebrating a wedding, so we brought beers and champagne to make mimosas. read more

Perfect way to start the day with these tasty dishes. Bonus: Super cute atmosphere with all their plants. Highly recommend! read more

Cru Cafe - Lumberjack Breakfast & the Irish Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Its going to be busy and you might not get a seat, but there is a reason why. The fried chicken over biscuits, covered w/ sausage gravy is fantastic, especially if you are hungover. The apple cider doughnuts are a little greasy, but still good. But in my experience, some of their other brunch dishes can be just 'okay'. For lunch, I'd say their chicken salad is the best thing to get. I had a Cubano special once, which was great, but the Italian and the mushroom melt were just 'fine'. Their weekend dinner series is actually quite good, so looking forward to trying that more often; they even turn down the lights and play light music, to avoid the appearance of eating dinner at a brunch spot. Pro Tip - at brunch, they have blood mix and hot sauces, for you to bring your own vodka/tequila. read more

The vibe here is something special. The staff were wonderful and the coffee/blueberry muffin was excellent. *this has nothing to do with Cru - but out of town guests - be VERY careful where you park. I parked in the Stop & Shop parking lot, and sat for a bit to enjoy my treats in the car. After about 5 minutes I was told to move the car by a parking attendant as I was "illegally parked". There are posted signs, but I was not in the "don't park here" area...and I was sitting in the car, with a coffee I had just purchased. I'm choosing to go with the mentality that the attendant was having a bad day, but he was very rude and did not care that I had just purchased breakfast from Cru.* read more

Cru Cafe - Coffee to go - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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One of the easiest 5 stars I've ever given. Line to order was sizeable but moved quickly. For the price, each dish is an absolute steal. The Newport Eggs dish was a show-stopper. Eggs were poached beautifully, the crab cake portions was generous, and the homemade english muffins were soft and fluffy. The greens were fresh and tomatoes were almost as sweet as fruit. The roasted potatoes had a little hint of spice that added to the dish. We also got the Oh My Omelet - asparagus and mushrooms were plentiful. The toast looked like it could've been dry but surprised us with the artisan-like flavor and butteriness. The Classic Tots were nice and crunchy and the sauce (reminiscent of Cane's sauce) paired well with it. Sizeable portion too even though we ordered the small version. We had to wait around 25 minutes for our food to come out but the wait was most definitely worth it! I will return again when I get the chance. read more

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Food was outstanding and the staff was all incredibly kind. A really nice little breakfast or lunch spot just off Bellevue

Star was friendly and welcoming! This is what I look for at my coffee shops. A smiling face with a warm vibe. The place itself was very nice. Large open well lit and the coffee was very good. My girl got a chai latte and I just got my usual double espresso but the place itself was perfect. Definitely recommend. read more

Absolutely love this place!! I was in yesterday and got the soup of the day (chowder) and a grilled cheese. The soup was nice and hot and very rich in flavor! The grilled cheese was what every other grilled cheese tasted like but it was actually really good with the soup. The service was also very friendly and quick! I also love the how the place is decorated and set up, we sat inside but by the open doors and the breeze felt amazing and it was very relaxing. Overall I'll definitely be back and trying new items!! 10/10 read more

Cru Cafe - Clam chowder and grilled cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Ordered beef hash plate which was just so-so. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing given all the good reviews? Good location, plenty of indoor and outdoor seats, and good service. read more

Cru Cafe - Beef hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

Creative brunch menu. Had the corned beef Benedict, it was surprisingly meaty, served with a very nice hollandaise and delicious (homemade?) English muffins. Kids had avocado toast and ate it up. Counter service was fast and the food and came to our table quickly. Sat outside in pleasant August weather, plenty of room even on a busy tourist-season weekday morning. Would definitely recommend. read more

Stood in line for over 30 minutes (normally well worth the wait here). However, I ordered over medium eggs which came out burnt on one side and liquid slimy whites on the other. Asked for another couple eggs to replace, and they came out in a quick flash but were liquified slimy whites inside flash cooked outer. Understand food turn out is important, but heat on grill must be insane because food was cooked poorly. Would rather wait a couple more minutes for well cooked food over rushed food any day. read more

Had seen this place when searching for a good breakfast/lunch spot and was so glad that we tried it out during our trip! Stopped by a little bit before the lunch rush but there was already a little line and all the tables outside were full which is a good sign. We got the following: Asian Slaw- nice tangy dressing Roast Beef sandwich-hubs got this and loved it. Lots of good tender meat. Tater Tots: Got the large and there were tons! Good mayo dipping sauce. White Chicken chili- really good! Peach and regular iced tea-yummy. Nice friendly service and delicious food. read more

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While there was a long line, it moved pretty speedy and our food came out quickly. The coffee wasn't anything special, but I was very impressed with the breakfast sandwich: fresh avocado and tomato, crispy bacon and fluffy egg. It was a bit pricy, and the seating was crowded but definitely worth the stop when in Newport! read more

Cru Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport, Rhode Island

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Cru Cafe in Newport is a BYOB casual eatery serving delicious sandwiches, breakfast dishes and baked goods in a cozy setting. For lunch we went with the Italian Stallion sandwich layered high with Italian cold cuts, three cheese grilled cheese, south county Caesar salad, and a generous side of the crispiest tater tots we've had to date. The Cru Cafe makes for a perfect place to enjoy some excellent lunch food that's both delicious and reasonably priced read more

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After an awesome a trip to the International Tennis Museum, two employees recommended that we visit Cru Cafe! It was noon on a Saturday and there was a long but fast-moving line. We ordered quickly and grabbed a seat by the large, bright windows. The decor is cute and our food arrived fast. My chicken sandwich was delicious but the indisputable star of the meal was the tater tots! Perfectly crispy and warm on a snowy day and the sauce really made it. 10/10 lunch! read more

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Cru cafe was delicious! The food and drinks are ordered at the counter and brought to you but just fyi there is no actual wait staff. The seating is a little tight but I recommend grabbing a bench outside when the weather is nice. Highly recommend to anyone in the area read more

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