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.

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.

They have a nice selection of coffee and a decent amount of food to choose from! The staff is all…read morevery nice, but there is very limited seating inside so be prepared to take your drink/food somewhere else. Also had to wait in line for ~1 hour, but it moved fairly fast considering how long the line was. They also had a coffee cart for on-tap drinks so you don't have to wait in the main line.

Just stopped in real quick to check out this space before dinner. Sadly they closed before we could…read moreget an after dinner treat, but I'll be back for sure! All of the pastries looked amazing, the staff was super nice, drinks sounded delicious and the space is cute! What a great spot!

Come for the desserts and pastries! I love the vibe here, and the desserts are easily a 10/10. The…read morepastel Vasco is my absolute favorite! You can also call ahead and order whole cakes, which is a huge plus. The drinks are decent, but I do think the coffee could be made better. That said, the pastries and desserts are what keep me coming back. I've recommended this place to friends and family.

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.

There isn't much I can say that likely hasn't been said already. While they can be a little pricy,…read morethe pastries are top notch. The carrot cake and banana crème are my hands down favorites, but the lemon cake is very closely behind. Even items like scones that aren't typically amongst my favorites, are made very well. The staff is always friendly and helpful. If you go there and see something you think you would enjoy, get it! It'll likely be top 5 on your all-time list.

Food: four stars We got a fruit tart and a chocolate cake…read more Both tasted okay. For fruit cakes my top choice is still the fruit Mille crepe at Harbs. Service: five stars The staffs were welcoming. We asked for a less sweet cake and they introduced all cakes to us. Ambiance: five stars The store itself was small with one or two benches for indoor seating. They have two benches outdoor as well.

I'm driving back to our B&B late afternoon and I see people gathered outside Brown Bee Coffee…read more Are they online? Is there a wait for coffee? Inquiring minds want to know and I want to see what's buzzin' so I found a parking across the street and headed towards the Brown Bee. The second I walked in, I knew I found a hidden gem in Providence. The baked goods look like a true professional baked them. Ever grab a tray of croissants from Costco? I'm sure those bakers question their life. These baked goods look like the bakers put time and true methods to achieve the level of a quality baked goods. Take for instance their pain au chocolat. Simple, yet elegant with a classic golden hue. Brown Bee, I commend you on your mad skills. My wife and I stopped in for coffee. I see a great line up of coffee choices: Halva Latte, Pistachio Latte and a Bee Latte made with cayenne. That sounds a little too on the wild side so I ordered two Spanish lattes. Made with condensed milk, smoked chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt, this is perfect for a cloudy afternoon. I also order a cookie to split between us, a Brookie. The lattes were perfection. The sweetness from the condensed milk and the smoked chocolate gave the drink a nice balanced flavor. The Brookie? Fudgy, chewy and the right amount of chocolate made this an afternoon delight. Just passing thru, thanks Brown Bee Coffee for a great Providence experience!

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.

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.

I love Bolt and I love that they have this little location in the RISD museum. The coffee is…read moreconsistently good and the atmosphere is super cool. I love that you can add your own milk and syrup to the coffee, and they include oat milk too! I had a lovely conversation with the young woman working there today too. She was so friendly and we talked all about our favorite coffees and places to eat!

This year I got the Rhodey food fights coffee passport. I was very impressed with bolts coffee. The…read moreguy who was my server was so friendly and helpful. He gave me good recommendations on coffee flavors as well as a good donut to pair with it. I am looking forward to returning.

Ocean mist with an extra shot!! We messed up and didnt mix our drink enough. Helpful friendly staff…read morefixed it up for us! Thanks for your patience!

I popped into Dave's for a quick breakfast, and it did not disappoint. The shop is cute and cozy,…read moreand the service was great. I ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich on an English muffin, and it was delicious and filling. Despite there being a line when I arrived, the staff worked through orders very quickly, and I was in and out of the door in about ten minutes. Would definitely recommend!

What a pretty little place that I stumbled across while walking towards Atwells Ave for dinner…read more Now after the ginger scone coupled with the honey vanilla latte, methinks dinner will be postponed and for very good reasons Stop by if you're in the neighbourhood - you will not be disappointed

Our Airbnb host recommended this place for a quick breakfast. We were greeted promptly and took our…read moretime choosing among the myriad offerings. They had some lovely samples on the table near the entrance so we got to try the focaccia and brownies, both of which were fresh and excellent. They have some nice pastry/coffee pairings and unique menu offerings such as a prez au chocolat. Most people were taking stuff to go and had it not been so cold, we probably would've gotten our order served to eat there.