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    Small Point Café

    3.9 (444 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Lox and dark cherry matcha!
    Aldo C.

    Been hoping to try out this cafe since before moving to Rhode Island. Did not disappoint. I grabbed a darkcherry iced matcha, on point, and lox sandwich for a quick breakfast bite, also on point. Honestly despite the rainy early morning, being in here felt so comfortable and just the right place to be to enjoy the Saturday morning.

    Em S.

    Kneaded donut was delicious. Drunken mermaid with the bourbon caramel was really yummy but the real winner was the season brown butter latte! So so creamy, tasted like a worthers candy. This is a cute cafe in the area and lots of spots to work and study.

    Large iced mocha
    Luke B.

    Cool vibe in a great location! Seating is limited inside, but there's tables and chairs in front of the library a few doors down. They don't appear to have any lids for iced drinks, but the coffee was delicious and the staff was friendly.

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    Heidi S.

    This downcity cafe has artsy decor and a nice seating area. They had a large variety of specialty drinks on their menu, but be forewarned - We were told by the barista that they do not have any decaf coffee at all in either hot or iced. This was pretty disappointing as most cafes are able to make a decaf Americano and pour it over ice, and decaf is listed on the online order form on the Small Point website. Service was just ok - I feel like Small Point caters to a particular crowd and maybe I just don't fit that demographic. We did get a brioche donut with blueberry frosting what was very good, and my daughter really likes visiting Small Point for the Taro Lavender. So many cafes in downcity - I will probably go elsewhere next time.

    Iced coffee
    Meg M.

    The staff here were wonderful. The coffee shop was busy, but not loud or overwhelming. You can tell it is loved by its regular customers for sure. I ordered a basic iced coffee and it was yummy. They always have good drinks. I was satisfied per usual. What was best was how I found parking easily; that was a nice bonus on today's visit!

    Loella D.

    Sweet cozy spot! I can it's well loved because I came on a busy morning and still got great service and a great chai with espresso despite the long line. Cute if you want to read write or grab a cup with a friend

    Breakfast sandwich with lox and avocado
    Ms. A.

    I was very excited and then disappointed by Small Point. It's a cute cafe - half industrial looking (exposed pipes, worn brick walls) and half vintage cozy (teal velvet and maroon leather seats, Persian looking rug, lots of plants). I ordered the breakfast sandwich with lox and avocado on an extra toasted English muffin. It came out looking like one of those frozen school cafeteria breakfast sandwiches. I don't even think they attempted to toast the bread. I asked them to just give me a toasted English muffin, but the employee insisted they would make another one. My dirty chai was, as the kids say, "mid" (mediocre) at best. But, the worst part was the fact that it was tepid. I did not ask them to remake it because I felt like I had already made a fuss. At 40 minutes after I'd originally ordered, I went to the counter to ask for a refund because I still didn't have my food. That's when the chef (super sweet guy) came to tell me he was bringing it out to me in a minute. It was much better, but still not great. My total came to about $25 with tip. I came here really wanting to love this place, but left feeling like I wasted my time and money.

    Lox and Bagel.  Tasty!
    George W.

    I was looking for a good place for breakfast after we checked out of the Graduate Hotel, and the Small Point Café was close and well rated, so we went there. This a short walk from the Graduate, and worth the trip. You enter from the double door - no sign on the door, and go left at the end of the hallway, and you are in. The menu is posted on the wall - we both ordered the Lox and Bagel with tomatoes, capers and cucumbers which was unique. I think it would have been better without the cucumbers personally, but I tried it just in case it was something special. It was okay, but like I said, the cucumbers kind of caused the capers to be lost. Service was prompt. It took around 3 minutes for my wife's coffee and 5 minutes for the sandwiches to make it out. The coffee and sandwiches were nice and fresh. Look behind the register and towards the top of the partition wall to see some Star Wars memorabilia. The walls of the shop are adorned with art, some of which are for sale.

    Iris S.

    I hate to say this... but we really didn't care for this place. We had found it on a youtube video as a "must stop" when visiting Providence and it was just mediocre. The staff working were NOT friendly. I don't know if it was a bad day or what but they looked like they were miserable. It also took awhile to get our food- it was a Tuesday around 1pm so it wasnt SUPER busy. We unfortunately took a seat within the line of vision of the bathroom and a line would form- there was literally ONE bathroom for everyone it seemed. A homeless man even went in there and took his time because the line got quite long. I got a bacon egg and cheese bagel, it was fine. And my husband got some sandwich on a ciabatta bread. While it was fine, that's all it was. I also got an iced coffee which was also okay... but overall I wouldn't suggest someone go out of their way to stop here.

    large honey lavender latte
    Stephanie T.

    I stopped by Small Point Café earlier today around lunchtime. This is such a cute and cozy cafe. Inside there are comfy seats and regular tables. People were sitting with their laptops and working or hanging out. There was just 1 person ahead of me to order. The menu consists of food and drinks. There are also croissants, quiches, and other pastries on display. I ordered a large honey lavender latte to go. The honey lavender latte has espresso, steamed milk, house lavender syrup, and honey. It tasted really good, none of the components were overpowering. After ordering, you're given a number and you just wait for the number to be called. I am looking forward to coming back and trying their food.

    Adam C.

    I appreciate the artsy feel of the small point cafe. You get some plants and a funky decor. On my most recent visit the break the breakfast offering were limited and the baked goods did not appear to be refreshed. The bagels are a decent option and you can choose your topping. Service was relatively fast. The drip coffee was ok but not as rich as I had remembered from my last visit.

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    So welcoming and friendly. Great breakfast and coffee the way you want it. Super cute spot!

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    Ceremony - Iced Mont Blanc (~$8)

    Ceremony

    4.4(184 reviews)
    0.8 miCollege Hill
    $$

    5 Stars for a great strawberry matcha latte and phenomenal cappuccino…read more This coffee and matcha shop has so much more to it than a typical coffee shop. It has a ton of Japanese treats in the fridge as well as shelves. They also have a bar and sell wine and fun cocktails. They brew Bolt coffee (a local brewer and coffee shop) and make a truly exceptional cappuccino. Like, really really good third wave style espresso drinks that I've not found at other shops in Providence so far (two week visit). I was initially worried their iced strawberry matcha latte might be too sweet, but that was fortunately not at all the case! It was balanced and mild. Just be sure to stir it up! They also have some pastries and baked goods from Seven Stars Bakery, and we thoroughly enjoyed a small lemon cake. We'll likely be back in our last few days in town because we became quick fans!

    Ordered: Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso…read moreTeddy (~$3) Iced Mont Blanc (~$8): cold brew coffee with a slightly sweet orange flavor and a smooth orange forward cold foam topping Aya's take: Ceremony is conveniently located close to Brown University and I can totally see this spot being popular during the school year. I like the branding, brightness of the cafe, and the fact that there's a decent amount of seating. I got the Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte + Espresso Teddy which was well-made, bold, and enjoyable. I think the Espresso Teddy is actually made with cold brew and not espresso which I expected given the name and would have preferred. Nonetheless, I did enjoy the slow melt and the boost of caffeine I got as I kept sipping. And it's super cute! The Iced Mont Blanc was also a good try; the sweet orange flavor was subtle and surprisingly enjoyable adding a bright taste to each sip. If I'm ever back in Providence, I would totally come back and maybe try their matcha drinks.

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    Ceremony - Iced Mont Blanc (~$8) & Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso Teddy (~$3)

    Iced Mont Blanc (~$8) & Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso Teddy (~$3)

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    The Nitro Bar- Providence - Coconut latte, rasberry cream matcha latte, nitro cold brew

    The Nitro Bar- Providence

    4.3(283 reviews)
    0.7 miFederal Hill
    $$

    I've tried nitro cold brew in Oregon and California, but none of those can match the OG Nitro Bar…read more(originally, and to me always the Nitro Cart). There's something about the quality of the cold brew used and the quantity of the infused nitrogen that makes this a perfect drink. Sadly, my favorite specialty drink, the Wilbur, is off the menu. My guess is it's a labor intensive mix, with the drizzle of syrup, coconut milk, cinnamon that would slow things down now that the brand has exploded from its serious TikTok game. RIP my old friend; thankfully, the basic nitro is still the.best.coffee.you.will.ever.drink.

    Ordered: Iced Caramelized Banana Latte (~$7)…read moreIced Blueberry Vanilla Bean Float Latte (~$9) Aya's take: Is it even a trip to Rhode Island without going to The Nitro Bar? It was my first time here and we luckily arrived before the lines got long (9am on a Sunday). I'm a sucker for banana so naturally I got the Iced Caramelized Banana Latte. Let me just say, they nailed it! It's fresh banana, sweetness from the caramelized taste but not overpowering, and such a great sweetener to balance out the espresso. The Iced Blueberry Vanilla Bean Float Latte also stood out and is worth a try. The blueberry, again, tasted very real and you can tell they make all their syrups in-house. Same with the vanilla bean float which is basically a vanilla cold foam on top which added some sweetness and creaminess to the drink. Honestly, both were good tries and I totally see why this spot is so popular. Worth a try!

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    Iced Blueberry Vanilla Bean Float Latte (~$9)

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    Tomato Mozzarella Pesto Toast

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    Madrid European Bakery & Patisserie - Storefront

    Madrid European Bakery & Patisserie

    4.7(220 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Love the vibe here. I've been to Europe a few times and this has an exact feel as a patisserie in…read moreEurope. However, prices are not even close. I ordered an apple tart and a small piece was $7.50! Yes, it was good, and the cream was wonderful, but paying about $2 per bite is outrageous. The value of their drinks might be a little better. I ordered a Cortado and it was delicious. The volume of liquid wasn't too low. $4.25 I would give it 3 stars, but I know not everyone is good with money and many are willing to pay these prices on the east side Providence. The staff was nice, but nothing over the top.

    Met up with some friends at Madrid on a Saturday. With so many good reviews we were excited to try…read morethis location. Sadly it wasn't a very good experience. First, the young woman who took care of us seemed to keep 'checking out', as in, she seemed to temporarily fall asleep with her eyes open. She would become non-responsive and we'd just wait for her to acknowledge us and then repeat what we said. So that's weird. Even after she said 'OK' and went over to the register to ring it all in, we had to repeat the order, again. The Americano coffee was not made correctly. It literally tasted like dirty water. Definitely did not use the appropriate amount of espresso in this drink. The Mocha was not blended correctly and was grainy with a lot of sediment at the bottom of the cup. I was unable to finish drinking that. The friends we met up with mentioned they are surprised how many tables were open on a Saturday. In the past there was 'always a line' of people ordering and waiting for a table. During our visit there were several empty tables. The pastry were very tasty though, so that was nice. They do have a nice selection of pastry available and we might try some more of those offerings another time. The ambiance is very cute. Bus your own tables. On street parking.

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    View of the counter

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    Ellie's - Chocolate croissant

    Ellie's

    4.3(616 reviews)
    0.0 miDownCity
    $$

    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.

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    Ellie's - Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!

    Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!

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    Ellie's Signature Breakfast Sandwich

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    Entrance to Ellie's located on union st

    Brown Bee Coffee - Pastry and croissant

    Brown Bee Coffee

    4.3(93 reviews)
    0.6 miFox Point

    I've only been once so far but I was very impressed by the quality of the pastries. I tried a cafe…read morelatte croissant and really enjoyed it! Super flaky and a lot of delicious flavor from the filling and garnishes. It was very busy when I stopped by midday. They were out of some items already (I missed out on trying the French onion croissant before they replaced it with another menu item). I did find a spot to sit outside but I can see it being even harder to find a seat during peak times. It's a bit off the beaten path yet it's known and popular for a reason. I'm looking forward to visiting again and trying more items and of course the coffee!

    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.

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    Brown Bee Coffee - Coffee area

    Coffee area

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    Spanish latte

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    Caffè Nero - Pistachio Muffins

    Caffè Nero

    4.0(65 reviews)
    0.2 miDownCity
    $$

    Caffe Nero hits it out of the ballpark. That's a good thing folks! The location is directly next…read moreto the Courtyard Marriott Providence downtown. Also, within a block of Brown University making the ambience modern, perky and resilient. I was thrilled at the food options being that it's a cafe. My wife and I started with a vegan breakfast sandwich (brioche rolls filled with vegan egg, sausage and cheese) I washed mine down with an Italian soda which was not too bad, but it was canned. Of course, I can't be in New England and not have New England clam chowder. The chowder had plenty and I mean plenty of clam in it but it did get a little cold due to the weight of my server. The service was absolutely amazing. The young lady was so nice and I got the feeling it was her first day though. So, grace given there. She tried hard to remain friendly and positive. She even returned to ask if my wife would prefer to add vanilla and cinnamon to her latte. Nice touch! The manager training our server had his hands full but still took the time to be nice to us. Caffe Nero was filling up with people while my server was busy trying to prepare my order. She's only human and I could see her becoming visibly anxious and overwhelmed however she held it for appearance sakes. Hats off to her! No complaints about anything because I've worked in customer service for many years and they all did a fantastic job. Thank you Caffe Nero for a remarkable and rememberable experience. By the way, my son said that the peaches and cream matcha was the best matcha he ever had.

    Got their prosciutto mozzarella croissant and it was flaky on the outside, but the ham was very…read moresalty. I asked for the croissant to be warmed up and it was nicely heated when I got it. The texture of the croissant was great, but the meat was too salty for my taste. Not a bad choice though.

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    More Seating

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    White chocolate mocha and Madeline in focus

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