Recently phone ordered very hard to find duck legs for dinner, with plenty of lead time. The day…read moreof, found out they weren't stocked. Feel pretty strongly that the previous owner would have gone out of his way to remedy the situation. Barely got a sorry from the staff. Not the same store, or the same service.

What a delightful discovery! I was early for my dinner reservation at Persimmon next door and saw…read morethis adorable gourmet foods shop and decided to check it out. It's packed with delicious-looking items, from fancy oils to spices and meats, cheeses, condiments, produce, and so much more. The owner was there along with some staff, and everyone was so open and friendly. It was so easy to strike up a conversation and get feedback about various items in the store. I was so pleased with my first visit while waiting for my friend for dinner, that I told her about the shop while we were having dinner. We stopped in again, this time together, afterwards. She also loved the shop and made some purchases. I will definitely be back! The owner was great and even said she can special order certain items in the future if I'm looking for anything specific they don't carry. I'd happily give her my business rather than trying to source special ingredients on Amazon :)

I love PVDonuts! I can't think of a time that I haven't thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The…read moredonuts are delicious, and I love that the flavors rotate! The service is always great! The only downside is that they're too good so sometimes there is a long wait time, but I can't fault them for being successful! I've only ever taken donuts to go, so I can't say much about the sit down experience.

So we walked by this place while trying to get to lunch. We decided to not have dessert at lunch…read moreand come back because I've heard good things and there was a long line inside when I looked when we walked by. When we walked in, the was no longer a line and there was a reason. You need to come here early. I mean before 11am early. They will sell out. When we walked in, there were only a few donuts left, 1 row of crullers, 1 row of GF crullers and half a row of churro crullers. My husband hates crullers, but they're my favorite donut, so I thought I was the only one who was going to get one. I may have said this out loud and I think one of the people working felt bad for us, so she produced a box of gorgeous donuts and let us know that someone hadn't picked up their order and we could choose from this box if we liked. There were a few my husband would like, so we bought 4 of them. Holy moly! These donuts are fan-freaking-tastic!!! They were a little too big for me and kind of greasy to be perfectly honest, but they were also so soft and fluffy, with a crisp exterior. The flavors were bold and delicious and they were even good the next day when I ate my second one.

They have local cream top milk from Wrights Farm!…read more I love shopping local when I can and this cute little shop is definitely one to support. Friendly and informative owner who really seems to care about what they do- I definitely recommend checking this place out. *It's right by Trader Joe's so maybe check it out before going there- see if there are any good staples you can get to support locally owned business first.

I can't believe I've walked past this place for so long... It is tucked away and easy to miss if…read moreyou don't know what you are looking for- even on foot! Cute farmers market type local shop- and I love shopping local for groceries especially produce and meat! They seem to always have fresh fruits and veggies that are in season, fresh bread, as well as frozen meat and fish. Small selection but they take requests and pre-orders so that might be something to look into if you like to plan ahead. In the words of a friend, they are convienetly located near Trader Joe's and the Providence Pedestrian Bridge! Definitely worth checking out to support local.

Amy's is famous for their bolo buns and breakfast sandwiches! They get really busy on the weekends…read moreso expect to wait 45-60 minutes during peak breakfast/lunch hours. They close online ordering when they're really busy. One of my friends refreshed their online ordering around 11am and saw they were allowing online orders, but by the time the 6th friend tried, it had closed back up. I placed my order for one sandwich at 11:05am and the expected pick up time was 12:12. I ordered their hash-it-out, added sausage, and subbed the spicy aioli for their maple one. The bolo bun has a subtle sweetness to it, so it felt like I was eating a healthier, higher-end McGriddle. Everything was perfect. One was definitely filling enough, but I can see people getting addicted.

I've been twice so far. I work nearby so it's a convenient spot for lunch. I highly recommend…read moreplacing your order online in advance if you can. The first time I didn't and just showed up to a line and had to wait about 20 minutes if I remember correctly for my breakfast burrito (after waiting in line to place my order). The second time I ordered in advance and tried the Sunday Sandwich. Both were delicious options I would happily get again. There are several other sandwiches I look forward to trying too. The seating inside is limited. When the weather is nice they also have small tables outside but those can also fill up quickly.

Today, March 20th, the Den had a Grand Tasting…read more Ten tables offered over 60+ types of wines and spirits for tasting. The event was really well attended and I loved some of the specialty Gins they had. Some of the wines were OK, some of them were really good. They had a charcuterie table courtesy of the East End restaturant. Great event, great tastings, lots of learning as the hosts were very good about explaining about the different products they were pouring. Excellent !

If you are shopping at Trader Joe's this is a super convenient place to grab some beer, wine,…read morespirits or other beverages while being in the same parking lot! They have a pretty huge selection, very clean store, and friendly staff. They also give you points if you sign up for their mailing list. They do wine tastings on certain days and also often have deals where you can get $5 off your purchase. Tip: I saw they were doing $5 off $20 now thru September 30, 2025 when you bring in a same-day purchase receipt from Trader Joe's

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.

Ellie's is dangerous. I walked in thinking coffee and one pastry. That lasted about 30 seconds…read more The owner (adorable, by the way) was walking around checking on tables and making sure everyone was happy. It feels like her place in the best way -- warm, proud, hands-on. Pastries are legit. Super buttery, flaky enough to make a mess, clearly baked that morning. No sad, sitting-around-all-day vibes. Ordered the breakfast sandwich and that tomato jam needs to be illegal. Sweet, savory, slightly tangy -- it completely makes the sandwich. I kept trying to figure out how to recreate it at home. Not happening. Crispy chicken sandwich was properly seasoned and not dried out (why is that so hard for some places?). Fries were solid too -- crispy, not limp. And the kale salad with roasted chickpeas and chicken made me feel like I had my life together. Fresh, simple, and actually satisfying. It's one of those places you stumble into while traveling and then immediately start googling whether you can justify going back the next day.

Love Trader Joe's, they have unique items and always fresh. If your item you get doesn't satisfied…read moreyou, they give you your money back! They stand by their word. Parking is tough at the Providence location the Warwick location has a bigger parking lot and more of a selection too.

I love this Trader Joe's- they typically have all that I need and then more,…read moreand their specialty items are fun! The cashiers are fantastic and they have a free parking lot... just beware, it can get a little packed during busy hours but still recommend. They also have decent bathrooms for when you are shopping. I love trying their new items- it's Trader Joe's!

Back again for another round, this chorizo and egg burrito was really good! The burrito was loaded…read morewith chorizo (seemed like fresh spanish chorizo to me) and it had plenty of egg and cheese to go around. I can't really remember what else was packed in there, but if you like meat, you'll like this burrito. The sauce it came with was a Chipotle mayo which complemented things well. The side salad was a bonus. Nice way to close out the meal. I was very happy with this- I think we're 4 for 4 or 5 for 5 now, always a good time here whether it's for breakfast or just a cup of coffee.

This place was hopping! Lotus helped me and was super sweet and helpful. 10/10 for costumer…read moreservice! My latte was prepared beautifully and in a timely fashion. I did find the espresso to be a bit bitter and the drink lacked the wow factor. I would still go back again, because sometimes that can happen with espresso. I worked in the coffee industry and know it can do that at times. I did find the food prices to be very expensive though especially in an area for college kids. I can't speak if the food is worth the money though, as they prevented me from taking the chance of ordering at such a high cost. Ambiance was okay. I preferred the outdoor seating to that inside!

ICED TUXEDO!! The best chocolate and coffee combo. And I appreciate that they were open on NY day,…read morethey were also hosting a mini fundraiser. This place is a Providence staple, super unique, reasonable prices and they have an array of coffee beans you can buy by the pound! The owner is SO nice!

I really wanted to love Coffee Exchange because the rustic, aesthetic vibes are totally my thing,…read morebut the energy was just... off. It's a great-looking spot in RI with a small patio and some limited parking in the back, but the atmosphere felt pretty unwelcoming. To be honest, as a person of color, I felt like we were treated differently than other customers. While the person taking our order was fine, the rest of the staff and even the patrons were snappy and rude, which really killed the vibe. It's a shame because the coffee itself is actually incredible. You can tell they really know what they're doing--the options are expansive and every cup is clearly well-crafted. If you're just in it for a high-quality brew and don't mind a side of cold energy, it might be worth it, but the lack of basic hospitality makes it hard to fully enjoy. A total "vibey" spot on the outside, but definitely lacked the warmth you'd expect from a local coffee shop.

After attending a meeting nearby we dropped into the East End after about 8:15 pm. The place was…read morepretty full of people in both the bar area and the dining room. We ordered drinks before the meal. I had a Vermont Red Ale for the first time which was very good and worth remembering. At this time they were serving'cocktails for a cause' in support of the Alzheimer's Association, which my other half decided to have. The drink, Fuchsia Butterflies ($15), was made solarium gin, house-made lemoncello, with a Gran Classico & Violet Rinse. It was quite excellent. I had a sip to try (I am usually not one for cocktails) and enjoyed the taste. Perhaps I will try cocktails in the future. For food we shared curry moules frites, well done, just how I like them, and salt and vinegar Wings - tasty but too salty which detracted from the dish. We ended with a good chocolate mint creme brûlée. The check came to $80 to which we added a decent tip for our friendly server, Triston. We have always enjoyed the vibe and cozy environment of this place and are sure to return.

Stopped in for a quick bite and drink before going grocery shopping at Trader Joe's…read more I got the burger with fries and a beer- everything was really good- the fries were fantastic! They have a large selection of whiskey as well and the display is cool to look at. Friendly service and great ambiance/ decor. Will definitely be back to try more food! Great vibe and decent prices!