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    Gathering Grounds

    4.5 (15 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Karla M.

    My friend wanted to try this place, and I tagged along. I wish we had gone earlier in the day to explore the antique/thrift shop attached to the ice cream shop but we went almost before closing time. I am not sure if because it was late they had ran out of most of the flavors we wanted or if they're always low on inventory, but about half of their flavors were not available. We ended up getting blackberry and pumpkin. I am kind of glad we explored flavors we wouldn't normally go for because they were actually really delicious -- individually and even better mixed together. The blackberry was fruity and creamy, and the pumpkin was creamy, with a hint of pumpkin spice, and maybe a sweet note resembling caramel/toffee. The serving size was great. We both ordered small and got a heaping cup of ice cream. There is a big parking lot, and the staff was friendly.

    Linda A.

    Super cute spot! If money were no object, my home would look like this place. Coffee was so tasty, especially the chocolate iced coffee. Service was friendly and sweet. I love the books available to read and buy. They even have a book club. Wish I lived closer, because I'd be here all the time!

    Coffee and macarons from gathering grounds. Cutest spot ever!!
    Meg M.

    Olivia and Danielle helped me and they were so nice and wonderful! I had such a great experience and everything was great! I got an iced coffee and macaroons, checked out the book selection, read all of the awesome ice cream options and explored the antiques. This place is literally all of my fave things all rolled in one and the people here were amazing!!!

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    Amanda B.

    New to Seekonk! And just what we needed. I kept saying, I wish we had a local coffee place near by when I'm feeling like sitting, and not wanting a fast chain. So cute inside the Four Echo vintage and antique shop and right next to the Old Grist Mill. The vibes are high and cozy. Today was rainy so we sat inside the warm wood shop near their gas fire and listened to the indie music and browsed the book selection. On a sunny day, you can sit by the pond outside and watch the birds. The location is prime and so far, the coffee is too. Multiple flavor shots available, I got a maple pecan hot latte and it said the syrup is house made. I got it for here so it came in a nice coffee cup. Local paintings line the walls and the employees are very nice and kind, welcoming you in. I will definitely be back for the icecream they also offer!!!!

    Double dirty chai with oat mylk, Maple Nut Kitchen Granola (Maple Nut and Lavender Blueberry), super cute spot to sit.

    So cute and friendly. Had a double dirty chai with oat mylk. Very tasty. Bought some semi local (New Hampshire) granola to take home and share.

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    Maple Brown Sugar Pecan Latte. Delicious! Lovely hospitality and a beautiful property, too. We will return!

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    Ice cream and coffee were both good and reasonably priced with nice service and cute atmosphere!

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    So cute inside the Four Echo vintage and antique shop and right next to the Old Grist Mill.

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    Feed The Cheeks

    Feed The Cheeks

    3.9(38 reviews)
    3.4 miCollege Hill

    Love the name! We were resting in our hotel room when my…read moredaughter asked to take a night stroll and she wanted something sweet. She brought me here and all the cookies were looking so delicious! You could see the area in the back where sheets of cookie doughs were waiting to be sent to the oven; fresh daily baked cookies, it seems. Love the interior decor! The server was super nice!

    I know my way around a cookie. And I thought this cookie was pretty good! Granted, I've been here a…read moregrand total of one time, and ordered a single cookie. But I thought that one cookie was great! At first, I was hesitant as the trendy pink decor was reminiscent of Crumbl, whose cookies I do not enjoy. So I was expecting Feed the Cheeks to serve me some generic, overly sweet gimmicky monstrosity that would make me ill. But no! I ordered the chocolate strawberry cookie and I really liked it. It wasn't overly sweet, but balanced in its flavor. The strawberry icing wasn't thick and gross and overly sweet either. The chocolate was rich and because they warmed it up, perfectly ooey gooey. If I had been a little more cognizant of my surroundings instead of getting worked up by the iPad ordering system (can we please bring back human interaction?), I probably would've gotten a four pack of the mini cookies and sampled a few flavors. But when in Rome, order the giant cookies. The cookie still tasted good when I finished it at work the next day, too. The inside is what you'd expect, and very pink. And there's a few short stools at a very low counter you can sit at. I had some time to kill so I sat and ate my cookie there. Passersby looked down on us from the large windows facing Angell Street. Maybe they were jealous that they didn't treat themselves to a big cookie, or maybe they were cherishing their own willpower as they looked forward to the kale salad awaiting them at home. Either way, the cookie was a great choice!

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    The Nerdy Baker - Maple syrup and bacon cupcake!

    The Nerdy Baker

    4.6(7 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    I needed a few cupcakes for a mid-week birthday celebration. Being a bit of a nerd myself, this…read morebakery instantly caught my eye--it felt like a match made in heaven. And honestly, it was. I found the shop tucked away in my old stomping grounds, and when my GPS announced I had arrived, I was pleasantly surprised to see it now occupies what used to be a beloved old Italian bakery. There's a small parking lot right next to the well-marked entrance, and their adorable bespectacled cupcake logo makes for a charming first impression. Inside, the space is a nostalgic dream for fans of all things pop culture. The décor spans across countless beloved universes--Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Mario, and more. Familiar faces like Batman, Spiderman, Thor, and the Hulk line the walls and shelves, giving the whole place a fun and immersive vibe. But let's talk about the real stars: the baked goods. The display at the entrance is packed with eye-catching treats--cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and beyond. Everything looked just as mouthwatering in person as it did in the photos that initially drew me in. In addition to desserts, they also offer cannoli, cinnamon rolls, brownies, breakfast wraps, sandwiches, bagels, toasts, bowls, and a variety of drinks including coffee, smoothies, and iced options. Since I was there for cupcakes, I picked out three flavors: Mocha Cappuccino, Banana Pudding, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana. I only got to try the two banana ones, but both were delicious. The Mocha one smelled heavenly though! A surprise bonus--the cupcakes had fillings, which I wasn't expecting. The frosting-to-cake ratio was perfect, and the cake itself was light and fluffy, yet sturdy enough to hold up the frosting. The owner was super helpful in guiding my selections and genuinely lit up when I asked about the bakery's background and theme. They host themed events too--like an upcoming Star Wars Day breakfast with a buffet, character meet-and-greets, goodie bags, and more. I don't live in the area anymore, so coming back would be a special treat--but I definitely plan to. Getting out of the parking lot was a bit tricky due to the busy nearby intersection, but it wasn't too hard to navigate. A small inconvenience considering everything this place has to offer. Bottom line: this bakery is a delightful, nerdy, sugar-filled gem. A perfect place to treat yourself!

    Cute bakery. Friendly service. I tried a little variety- spinach pie, cookies, and a cupcake…read more Everything tasted AMAZING. My favorite find in a long time. Would highly recommended checking this place out.

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    The Nerdy Baker - Plenty of flavors to choose from.

    Plenty of flavors to choose from.

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    Zinneken's Belgian Waffles and Café - #9 Oreo Freakin Party

    Zinneken's Belgian Waffles and Café

    4.5(67 reviews)
    3.4 miCollege Hill

    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.

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    Tricycle Ice Cream - Fresh Mint and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich

    Tricycle Ice Cream

    4.8(239 reviews)
    4.5 miFederal Hill
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    DID I JUST FIND THE BEST ICE CREAM EVER? Maybe!!!!!!…read more Man oh man did this spot HIT! It was absolutely DELICIOUS! I got the cookie compost ice cream sandwich and as a chocolate lover, it was absolutely divine!! Not too overwhelmingly sweet and it hit just the perfect amount of sweetness I was looking for. The Matcha ice cream was also very, very good and the way that they make their own ice cream here it must be studied because it is just SO good. You can just taste the freshness that comes with their ice cream flavors here. I generally cannot wait to return here to have some more ice cream because I just know that no matter what I get from here, it will be absolutely delicious! If you're even considering coming here for one second trust me GO GO GO it will be one of the best ice cream(s) of your life!

    I've been here a couple of times or had their stuff when they were on the bicycle. But haven't had…read moreanything recently, I'm never in the area when they are open. I was around the other day and the smell of the cookies baking made me come inside! They have a lot of fun options if you don't have dietary restrictions but still have tasty options for dairy free and wheat free! I had a dairy free Oreo ice cream sandwich! They also had chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla as an option plus sorbet pops! Very tasty.

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    Aleppo Sweets

    Aleppo Sweets

    4.6(305 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    Really cool Syrian cafe with traditional food and drinks. It was pretty packed when we came here…read morearound lunch time with pretty much every table taken. I mainly came for the sweets, was able to get a tray of pistachio and walnut baklava, but they had a few other sweets like lady fingers and purses as well. Baklava was very good, very nice crispiness that held up for the week. I would've preferred it to have a bit more nuts and be a bit sweeter, but personal preference. Got the cheese fatayer which is just basically a cheesy bread with some herbs. So tasty, really enjoyed that! Also got a lamb kabob which came with some bread as well. The flavor here was good but didn't blow me away. Touch on the dry side too. Probably would get something else next time. They've also got coffee. I elected to get the Turkish coffee. It was thick and came in a pretty small cup, about a 3rd of that is the grounds. Fun to try, but very bitter, wouldn't recommend this either. Overall, really cool shop that seems very popular. Lots of interesting menu items to try. Definitely suggest checking it out!

    Always have an incredible experience at Aleppo Sweets! Their Baklava ( especially the one with…read morechocolate and Pistacchio) is to die for and is incredible!!! I tried their Hibiscus tea for the first time today and was more than impressed! Highly recommend this business.

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    Pepper and lam fatayer, stuffed grape leaves and tabouleh salad

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