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    Taylor S.

    I've been to Sydney a few times - both Thayer and Exchange. It's a cute spot and the service is great, everyone at the Thayer location is wonderful. The energy balls are really good. I saw someone order avocado toast today that looked delicious. But the coffee is just crazy expensive. A regular iced coffee is $5 and the up charge for non dairy milk is $.95. It shouldn't be $6 for an iced coffee and iced coffee is watery. Next time I go back, it'll probably just be for food!

    "Cortado", terrible. Not a proper Cortado.
    Michael P.

    I'm so tired of cafés offering a Cortado and having no clue how to make them. Even parts espresso and steamed milk. That is it. Usually about 4oz. What I got was a mediocre shot of espresso with hot milk, and a little milk foam on top (not microfoam from proper steamed milk). Probably about 6oz total. $6 wasted. Wife ordered a latte and requested for it to be less sweet. It was like they dumped 2 tablespoons of Splenda in that thing. Undrinkable. Also didn't have any steamed milk as a latte should have..

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    Lyla B.

    The food and service was amazing, and the vanilla latte was the best I've ever had! I would highly recommend!!

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    Kamal B.

    Overall great kind staff with amazing soft music playing in the background making it a great study spot! They also have great selection in food options (didn't get something tho), & saw tonssss of people getting food and enjoying it! Free WiFi, clean bathroom, nice staff, solid coffee--I mean, what more could I ask for??

    Meg M.

    Wow! The drinks here are amazing and it's just as chic and adorable as their main location. If you're a college student in the area. You should put this on your must visit list. There's lots of space to get school work done or have a bite and catch up with friends over coffee. I really loved it. Adriana took great care of me! She made me a fall drink special and a latte that she made a little extra special and both were amazing. I like their in house cups but I'm obsessed with their to go ones! What a great spot!

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    Maisune E.

    sydney is a cozy place to take 1:1 meetings near brown or get some work done. i need to dig up my photo of the avocado toast with smoked salmon because that's my go to order and it's a meal. the servers are always so calm and hospitable even when it's busy. when it's nice out, the patio seating is comfy especially with the updates. love that they chained the seats so you can sit there even when they close instead of taking them in. that's a kind gesture to thayer st. and ppl nearby. the seating inside is also varied with stools/high-top and regular tables. got the roast beast warmed today and it was exactly what i needed during my last work mtg. if you like the tang of horseradish and swiss with your roast beef you will appreciate this in the panini press.

    The doors being locked before 6PM

    I went into Sydney thinking wow these desserts look quite nice. I like to buy one. I asked the girl excuse me. How much are these items? She looks straight at me and decides to ignore me and help someone else but I was there asking her first. The service here is extremely rude and I feel as if it was racist. I'm not sure if their customer service is all like this or if it was just her but they need to step up their game. then I left because of the extreme rudeness and she proceeds to lock the door after me and my friends but it was only 5PM and clearly it says closes at 6PM.

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    Stephanie T.

    Sydney has two locations in Providence. One in the waterplace complex in downtown providence and a second on Thayer street by Brown University. I've only been to the location on Thayer Street. This location replaces Blue State Coffee. Sydney is a spacious cafe with plenty of tables and countertop seating. The cafe offers coffee, espresso, tea as well as house-made baked goods, breakfast, lunch and grab-and-go items. After ordering, you can grab a table and when your order is ready they will call your name. I had a large hot sweetened Matcha Latte with whole milk and I have to say this was the best matcha latte I had in Providence. They use premium Japanese matcha and was not overly sweet or bitter. I enjoyed it a lot. I spent about 3 hours working here on my laptop and at first, it wasn't too crowded around 9:30am. However, once it was around 11:00am, groups of students came in and it got more nosier. It is still a great place to work, catchup with friends, and hangout. I will definitely be coming back here!

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    Destiny C.

    This place was so so cute. We were in Providence for volleyball and my entire 18 person team plus 4 staff members walked into here with little to no idea of how it would go, considering it was a smaller shop. But they did wonderfully, they got everyone's drinks out pretty quick and the bagel shop across the street plus this yummy coffee gave us a really delicious pregame breakfast. My coffee was so good and other teammates of mine tried out the overnight oats and had rave reviews too! Overall an awesome place, and my seasonal pumpkin drink was absolutely fantastic. I think I can speak for my whole team when I say we would definitely come back!

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    Right next to my son's dorm. Great service, atmosphere, and great tasting coffee. The outside seating is great to just relax!!!

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    Nice, happy staff. Great CSI Sydney chicken sandwich, bread was so good! Matcha yum Will definitely be back when we are in town!

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    very cute! a bit overpriced but they have some cool menu items and i enjoyed my time studying there!

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    i need to dig up my photo of the avocado toast with smoked salmon because that's my go to order and it's a meal.

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    Brown Bee Coffee

    Brown Bee Coffee

    4.3
    (93 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    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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    Ceremony

    Ceremony

    4.4
    (182 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    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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    Items for sale by local artists
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    Ellie's

    Ellie's

    4.3
    (615 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    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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    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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    Madrid European Bakery & Patisserie

    Madrid European Bakery & Patisserie

    4.7
    (220 reviews)
    0.7 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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    Little City Coffee & Kitchen

    Little City Coffee & Kitchen

    4.6
    (105 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    I used to visit Little City at least three times a week when I worked in Downtown Providence and I…read morealways had a magnificent experience. From the staff to the coffee to the food - Little City is one of the best, if not THE best coffee shop in Providence. Definitely in Downtown PVD. My Top 3 Faves when it comes to Little City: 1) The seasonal flavors. Every season they come out with innovative new syrups for their coffee menu and it's always exciting to see what's coming next. 2) Dave! My coworkers and I were some of the first customers when they opened and Dave took the time to remember our names. I hadn't been in over a year (closer to 2 years) and Dave still remembered me when I came by. We've even bonded over a shared birthday. 3) My first "unofficial" date with my partner was inside LC. We bonded over our love of plants and aesthetic on the shelves behind us. Make Little City your go-to when you're downtown. You won't regret it.

    Cute little city coffee shop located in downtown Providence. Easy to remember name too…read more My coworkers and I walked to get some coffee and bites and were were greeted by a nice cashier. There were so many different options - signature flavors include brown sugar vanilla and coconut caramel. My coworkers and I tried one of each. The were so many unique pastry and breakfast options. We both ordered the everything focaccia bun filled with cream cheese. We got a couple of pastries too - the gluten free cannoli Bundt cake and the vegan cherry cake. When it came time to pick up our coffees the barista was pretty rude. He was frustrated by our questions which were pretty basic "what's what?!" We ordered four coffees and nothing was labeled. Felt like that was a typical question. There was no one behind us too. I would go back for the coffee and treats, but definitely not the customer service.

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    Little City Coffee & Kitchen
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