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    Ellie's

    4.3 (616 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Glenn N.

    Great little coffee house located in the arts District of downtown Providence. It was a little bit crowded, but Alane our hostess was able to secure a table for four against the window. The line moves very efficiently. Everyone here is so nice and friendly. They really made us feel at home. The food here is simply divine simple yet elegant. Their signature breakfast sandwich that you can order with different kinds of protein, like bacon sausage etc. was cooked to perfection. We also had the chocolate croissant which was so light and flaky with a bit of semi dark chocolate it was a perfect bite with their delicious coffee. If you're in the downtown arts District of Providence, this is definitely worth a stop.

    An egg sandwich with avocado, bacon and cheese, a cinnamon bun and a peppermint tea.
    Maddie O.

    I came here for a girls brunch on Sunday. What a great place to have authentic French cuisine. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The food was so good. I had an egg sandwich with avocado, bacon and cheese with a peppermint tea and a cinnamon bun. I had a great time and I am looking forward to going back and trying more things.

    Best latte I've had in Rhode Island, kuddos to the barista
    Aldo C.

    2nd time coming to Ellie's, but first time dining in and taking in the beutiful atmosphere and freshness of the cafe. First off they use New Harvest medium roast with a nutty and graham cracker like tones, Im usually not a fan of medium roast of nutty tones, but my the barista and those beans. He pulled a perfect shot on my latte and it was heavenly. The food and service are so welcoming, staff is politely checking in on every table and those in lines. I highly appreciate the love the staff show for the place. I recommend arriving early to beat the line and grab the perfect tables near the windows for that warmth touch and scenery. I arrived just before 9 beating the crowd and got a great table and a parking spot on the street a few yards away. I will keep recommending this place to my friends and family!

    Lavender latte and mocha latte (small)
    Nina L.

    Wow! The best cinnamon roll I've ever had. Slightly crunchy without being dry or stale. The icing wasn't overtly sweet and you could taste the cinnamon and butter in every bite- yes get it heated up. Egg sandwich (we got a sausage and bacon one) excellent! Different approach but still flavorful and not messy, or greasy- we loved the tomato jam. The only thing I wasn't totally crazy about was the latte. Excellent milk frothing but the flavor (I got the seasonal lavender) was very faint. I just wish it was more lavender forward. Service was amazing, we sat outside and they still came around to grab plates.

    Quiche du Jour
    Stephany S.

    This is the kind of place you just want to be. Warm, welcoming, and effortlessly charming. There is a ton of seating- indoor/outdoor style. We stopped in for breakfast and were immediately greeted by the friendliest staff. Genuinely kind people who made us feel right at home. I had the daily quiche, which was packed with ham and nestled in a homemade rosemary crust that was buttery, flaky, and full of flavor. We also shared a massive croissant. And the chai was a standout. It's a house blend from a local company, perfectly sweetened.

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    Alan B.

    We were looking for a brunch spot and came upon Ellie's new location. It's a nice venue, new, bright and lined with windows. They also have a row of tables outside. We grabbed an open table and placed our order at the counter. We selected: * Signature Breakfast Sandwich: Hen egg, Cabot cheddar, tomato jam * Side Dish: 1 Fried Egg * French Brie: black mission fig jam, toasted Marcona almonds, tender baby greens Though you order at the counter, your food is brought to the table, and we thought the service was friendly and excellent. The Breakfast Sandwich is much, much better than any fast-food restaurant, but it needed more sauce, as it was too dry. The fried egg side is a round, flat and dry egg, which I added to the breakfast sandwich which is on the smaller side. Overall, it was okay, but not great. The French Brie sandwich was tastier than the breakfast sandwich, the jam and nuts added flavor and crunch. We prefer a warm brie; this brie is a cold block of brie which we didn't find too appealing. We will return here and try some other dishes. Overall, 3.5-stars rounded up to 4-stars because of the venue and speedy service.

    Ellie's Signature Breakfast Sandwich
    Kent S.

    Rating: 4.3 Came to try Ellie's for breakfast. It's a breakfast/bakery restaurant on Westminster street in Providence. Street parkings available. When we got there there was a line waiting out the door. After looking at the menu we decided to place order online while we visited Mariachi Japanese grocery market. By the time we finished at the grocery store the order was ready. We came back and grabbed our drink and food and sat down to eat. Inside and outside seatings are available. I ordered breakfast sandwich with extra egg, sausage, and avocado, chocolate croissants and iced mocha. I added chocolate as sweetener for iced mocha and it was perfectly sweet with hint of chocolate flavor. It was not too sweet and you can taste the hint of chocolate as well as the coffee. The chocolate croissant was nice and flaky, fluffy and little bit of chocolates inside. I preferred more chocolate but was still tasty. The breakfast sandwich was simple but was still pretty good. Nicely cooked fluffy egg with savory flavor of sausage pairs well with tomato jams. My only gripe was that avocado wasn't included probably a mistake. Service was ok the long line can be frustrating. Luckily we just bypassed it with online order. Overall the place was good. I like the place and would come back. I would always plan to order a head because I don't think I would go there if i have to wait in a line. Parking can be tricky during busy hours as well since it's in Providence.

    Vegetable dishes
    Rosemarie H.

    Ellie's dinner was a breath of fresh air! We ordered 5 small plate and each one was beautifully presented and delicious. The food as well as the warm and welcoming service provided a perfect evening.

    Croissant and cap

    Ordered a croissant and cappuccino. There was a line so coffee took 10 min longer than the immediate croissant. Coffee was near perfect excellent latte work and temperature. Yo my taste it lacked a bit more coffee flavor meaning it felt a hair acidic and I don't want to say sour. Croissant was very crispy and loved that texture. Unlike traditional one it was made with what looks like whole wheat. To me it lacked the butteriness and a bit dry. I will definitely try other pastries.

    Taylor S.

    I really want to like Ellie's as much as I used to but alas! Pre-Covid Ellie's was my go-to for work meetings, catering, and pre-PPAC. My most recent visit was with PVD Coffee Crawls and I will at least say the workers on the weekend were actually nice and my drink was tasty. Over the last few years when I've gone to visit on weekdays, the staff are rude and I left multiple times with not a full order. I went back a few times because it was for work and this was their preferred place to order from. But the last time I went there for a work order I appalled. The cashier was kind but he seemed new so didn't seem to know much. The woman filling the pastry order was talking to co workers and didn't seem to care that I was waiting and there was a line. She then gave me my order and didn't give me my 24 macaroons. Then gave me attitude that she had to get boxes downstairs for them. When i finally got to the office I was missing 3 of the pastries that I paid for, and one that I asked for but never ended up on my receipt. Wasn't worth the call back to them honestly. I've gone for lunch with a friend before too, she really wanted to try it and then her sandwich was burnt. I don't really get the hype. It is super cute but very expensive and not consistent quality and sometimes the service is downright rude.

    Wine bar
    Holly K.

    We were looking for a place to go for dessert and wine before our PPAC show and thought Ellie's fit the bill! We walked in and were able to grab a seat without an issue. It did quickly fill up soon after and space was at a premium. The two waitstaff were both super friendly, but also very overrun! Unfortunately we were surprised to see that with the wienbar they do not offer dessert. Well let me clarify, we ordered wine and a coffee, and then were directed to the small plates. We didn't see any dessert out or anything on the menu. By the time our server came back to our table we just had to give them the check and go. Such a mixed opportunity to not have lovely after dinner desserts out. The wine was tasty and they had a great selection. Also appreciated that the price point was very reasonable. They also had live music which was a nice touch. I'll head in again soon during the day!

    banh (G) Chicken Bahn Mi  Quiche

    Food wasn't too impressive. Banh mi didn't taste like Banh mi at all. Quiche also tasted weird. Nice vibes and good service but wouldn't come here for a meal.

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    11 months ago

    Breakfast sandwich with sausage was delicious! Hot and the perfect amount of food. Highly recommend!

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    11 months ago

    Very nice place in downtown Providence. Enjoyed the coffee the music and the overall atmosphere. We will be back,

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    Helen, Mary and Jenny are the best! Love the new spot on Westminster! Coffee is on point and they can do anything!

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    2 years ago

    Greeted at the door by friendly staff, bright cheery ambiance, nice chai latte and poutine.

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    1 year ago

    Love it! Poutine was excellent! Enjoy our ham, egg and cheese croissant. The Parisian Iced Coffee is out of this world!!!

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    A new favorite in Providence! The food is delicious, both tasty, and presented nicely. The place itself presents Providence vibe!

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    Gluten free? Vegan? Dairy Free?

    Certain items yes. But some items may be gluten-free but not dairy and free vice versa.

    Do they serve a full breakfast or just breakfast sandwiches?

    According to their website (http://elliesprov.com), their breakfast menu consists of different variations of the signature breakfast sandwich, strawberry tartine, quiche, and yogurt (as well as their wide array of pastries).

    Any vegan options here?

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