Double feature review for both the bar and coffeeshop ~…read more Bar: came on a Friday evening in August and it was veryyy quiet. Was told this is the norm in the summer and they were closing at 9pm (vs usual 11pm) because of it, which seemed fair. The bartender was very friendly and my hot n dirty vodka martini (olive and banana pepper juice) was delicious and well worth the $12 price tag. I cozied up on a leather chair with my book and enjoyed my time there. A few others trickled in but it stayed quiet. The bar stools were also extremely comfy. Coffeeshop: the next morning (Saturday around 10) I came in with my toddler for coffee and food. She was on a mission and there was lots for her to explore. Wish there was a gate or some sort of deterrant between the main area and the kitchen. I had a specialty coffee (chai, toffee syrup, espresso) and while yummy, a bit pricey. The same goes for my lox bagel (jalapeno). I also don't like that everything is served in disposable cups and plates. Go green! Service was okay - not very personable but I guess being busy can do that. If just reviewing the bar, I'd give full marks but the coffeeshop wasn't quite as a home run. Will absolutely come back, though! Outdoor area seems nice, too.

I've had mixed experiences. There's plenty of parking in the angled lot. Drinks tend to run on the…read morepricier side - I paid $10 for a Shipyard pumpkin beer in a glass bottle last fall, which felt a little crazy. They now have a $10 cocktail specials menu, but every time I or my friends have ordered off it, the item we want has an ingredient that's out of stock, and they have to substitute it for something else. Seems like they run into inventory issues? Service at the bar can take quite a while. There's only ever one bartender working, even on busy trivia nights, and I hate having to awkwardly stand at the end of the bar waiting to be served, and then waiting for my drink. The girl that's usually there is a sweetie pie and so helpful, but they really need to have more than one bartender at a time. The fact that the cafe coffee shop part isn't open when the bar part is is just a missed opportunity. I'd order their latte specials at 7 pm on a Thursday over and over, but you can't. They also don't have any food options except some super snacky light bites at night when the bar is open - missed money opportunity, people would get baked goods and sandwiches etc later at night! The furniture is pretty comfy and coffee shop like, but the low back and cushion placement on the couch is so uncomfortable to me, and the large soft chairs are way too deep so I can't either sit forward or comfortably sit back without my feet sticking in the air. Just very awkward furniture. I'd like to come during the coffee shop hours to try a latte since their specials always sound fun and are seasonal, but their set up just annoys me - I want to get a latte and then a cocktail 30 minutes later on the same visit, not have to come at the exact right time of day. There's room for improvement for sure. I also wish their trivia was displayed on a screen as it can be very loud and hard to understand the questions when they are only spoken verbally. Easy location off a main road, and the bathrooms are always very clean and well stocked.

I've been here a few times for RI food fights. I love all the choices for iced coffee flavors and…read moretheir food is always yummy! I love the large amount of indoor and outdoor seating! They are always well staffed so things move along nicely and everyone is always super nice! I love how there are always dogs outside on a nice day! That's a big win in my book!

Yummy! I got a matcha latte with white chocolate. I like my matcha a bit sweeter, so if you like a…read moremore earthy taste this is definitely a good choice. My mom got a chai tea latte which was so good that I needed to get my own at another coffee shop because I couldn't stop thinking about it. We got a banana bread slice too because someone in front of us ordered one and it looked too good not to get one of our own. We also got a turkey sausage egg and cheese sandwich on an Asiago bagel. I thought it was good, just a normal sandwich and nothing special about it. It was a busy little place but they got through the line fairly quickly and there is ample seating. Would come again!

Been here a few times and have been satisfied with everything I've ordered. The help here is always…read moreso wonderful. Tristan and Morgan helped me today and they were both so so nice! This spot has tons of parking and lots of seating which is always great. It's cozy and inviting! This place is worth checking out!

Sophie's Brewhouse is a great spot for a good cup of coffee and a sandwich and we stop on whenever…read morewe're down this way, often planning the trip around an early lunch here. They have a robust line up of sandwiches, salads, coffees and teas - iced or hot, and pastries to select from. The basic egg and cheese (sometimes with an upgrade of spinach & avocado) on an English muffin with an iced coffee is anything but basic: this is the best version of this sandwich I've ever had - IF and when the right person makes it. Generally, Sophie's is 5-stars, but: On our last visit, we overheard the person who was cooking/prepping sandos saying he'd make one more order before he left since he was already late. We were the "lucky" couple he stayed to serve. Translation - both of our orders were messed up. I'd ordered the Gardener, which was delivered without the avocado that is specifically listed on the menu, and which I wanted. My husband ordered the smoked salmon sandwich on an everything bagel, NOT toasted. His order included all of the elements, but the bagel was toasted. He hates warmed cream cheese, but did love the side of pita chips his came with. Still, the iced coffee was as good as usual (even in the off season) and the indoor space remained cozy, with several options for seating (high tops, low tops, and easy chairs). There are a few outdoor tables for when the weather is right. We've sat out there, and the plants around the entry patio really help create some distance from busy route 102 which is right out front of the deep driveway/parking area. Oh, and the bathroom is clean. All this, and Kevin Bacon and Kira Sedgwick ate here a few years back too. Seriously, this place is excellent

The best coffee in southern RI. Their John Wayne dark roast is excellent and a must try (and this…read moreis coming from someone who avoids dark roasts since the beans are burnt). They have solid sandwiches. They actually cook their eggs on a hot plate, which is appreciated since most places use a microwave. The egg and cheese on a croissant is a good bet. Their scones are on point, both the berry and triple chocolate are great. They've recently renovated the interior and it's truly a huge difference. The space is cleaner with more tables and non obtrusive beach themed artwork on the walls. They also added a sleek bar with stools to replace the decrepit couch that was an eyesore. It's now a place where you grab a coffee and sandwich and catch up in a pleasant atmosphere.

Quaint little coffee store in the middle of New England. It's a quintessential mom and pop shop. I…read morecame here after such an exhausting day of travel I literally had to walk on the side of the Road because the bus dropped me off at the train station and this place was a little oasis in the frigid January temperature. The person at the front was so kind as I was visibly stressed. It was refreshing to see such a quaint establishment thriving as the community came out and seemed great.

Ordered cupcakes for me daughter-in-laws birthday and they were delicious. Moist not too sweet…read more Tasted homemade and reasonably priced.

I have been here twice more. So far I have a pistachio cupcake and strawberry cake. Both were…read moredelicious. The owner is very sweet. Stop in, say hello and have a delicious treat!

Great spot in RI! Little busy on a nice fall day and lots of families and kids which I'm not a big…read morefan of at a brewery, service was excellent and beers are very good! Grounds and building are extremely well maintained. They don't serve food but there was a good truck with some tasty options and top notch service. Would recommend and will be back but it's kinda far for us. FYI, driveway is all gravel/dirt if your taking your nice sports car or bike.

Great spot as we were "troll" hunting nearby and needed a break. Huge area, plenty of parking and…read moreseating inside and out. Unfortunately it was too hot to sit outside but a table opened up right when we grabbed our drinks. Service was good and the line moved efficiently. Beer was delicious and hit the spot.

Sophie's Brewhouse is a great spot for a good cup of coffee and a sandwich and we stop on whenever…read morewe're down this way, often planning the trip around an early lunch here. They have a robust line up of sandwiches, salads, coffees and teas - iced or hot, and pastries to select from. The basic egg and cheese (sometimes with an upgrade of spinach & avocado) on an English muffin with an iced coffee is anything but basic: this is the best version of this sandwich I've ever had - IF and when the right person makes it. Generally, Sophie's is 5-stars, but: On our last visit, we overheard the person who was cooking/prepping sandos saying he'd make one more order before he left since he was already late. We were the "lucky" couple he stayed to serve. Translation - both of our orders were messed up. I'd ordered the Gardener, which was delivered without the avocado that is specifically listed on the menu, and which I wanted. My husband ordered the smoked salmon sandwich on an everything bagel, NOT toasted. His order included all of the elements, but the bagel was toasted. He hates warmed cream cheese, but did love the side of pita chips his came with. Still, the iced coffee was as good as usual (even in the off season) and the indoor space remained cozy, with several options for seating (high tops, low tops, and easy chairs). There are a few outdoor tables for when the weather is right. We've sat out there, and the plants around the entry patio really help create some distance from busy route 102 which is right out front of the deep driveway/parking area. Oh, and the bathroom is clean. All this, and Kevin Bacon and Kira Sedgwick ate here a few years back too. Seriously, this place is excellent.

I don't get to go to Sophie's Brewhouse often, as I am not local to the area, but I will swing by…read morewhen passing through or for visiting during the RI Food Fights Iced Coffee month. For the Iced Coffee Summer Celebration for RI Food Fights, I ordered a Maui Madness iced coffee and I also snagged their scone of the day which was a pineapple upside down cake. The scone was so good and I'm sad I only grabbed one! Sophie's offers a limited, but still solid food menu. They have breakfast and lunch items. They also have some baked goods in a case. They have your standard coffee products and also hot/iced tea, and smoothies. I think they have extremely fair prices, especially for food. They have a decent sized seating area with a good number of tables. This could definitely be a spot to post up and get some work done while you grab a quick bite, or if you're meeting friends for a coffee date!

One of my preferences that aligns nicely with New England tropes is that as it gets colder, the…read morebeverages that I crave get frostier. A former Russian professor of mine who grew up in Moscow said that people there frequent ice cream carts only during the dead of winter so our ilk is not that weird, okay? It was snowing yet again on the way out of my dentist's appointment and I had just got the tip from a friend to try Marylou's near the office for the specialty iced beverages. He had recommended The Girl Scout Cookie but I didn't see it on the menu. In a snap decision, I went for the "Frosty Minty Lou"...without consulting Yelp! Livin' on the edge there, y'all. I've found that if an establishment is willing to add their name when naming an item, it's something they usually stand by. And stand by the Frosty Minty Lou they should because it was delish. They had forgot to add the whipped cream on after asking me if I wanted any but I'll let that slide. I'm not someone who enjoys Frappuccinos/Dunkaccino type beverages usually but this was exactly what those should be like. It was perfectly sweet (clearly I like sweet stuff) with a perfect balance of mint and chocolate. It was decadent but with just the right amount of ice to actually taste the coffee amidst the sweetness. I have never slurped down one of those types of drinks so fast but I pretty much destroyed a medium Frosty Minty Lou in, like, 30 minutes. I wonder if I had some massive insulin spike after finishing my drink because I came home and took a nap immediately afterward. Likely a sugar crash. So I guess I'll avoid the frozen drinks if I need to be awake after drinking my coffee. With that said, this was so good that I see what other reviewers are saying about craving more Marylou's immediately after finishing one beverage from there because I immediately wanted more. I'm already plotting a trip back as soon as possible to try something less sugary in the hopes that I can find items I can drink on a more regular basis. Even if iced sugary stuff ends up being what I like there, it's so worth it to come back on a day when you want to treat yo'self at a chain that really adds some local flavor. If you have a day when you need a life pick-me-up, getting a Frosty Minty Lou at Marylou's is a perfect way with which to do it.

The lady working and who took our order through the drive through was SO polite. My friend & I…read moreordered 2 cheese danish's which were super yummy even at 3:00 pm. Not amazing but I knew that. The drinks came out in a timely fashion, and they were very good themselves. Clean drive through, no one was even in it, and overall the exact experience I expect when going to Mlous.

Six of us stopped for a meal Waitress was friendly and…read moreefficient. A large menu with something for everyone Terrific home fries and fresh coffee Worth the trip

Stopped in for a quick lunch while passing through. Sat at the counter and was greeted by friendly…read morestaff. All of the servers were engaging and talkative. Seemed like a place with alot of regulars. Had plenty of indoor seating as well as some outdoor tables. The food was great and came out fast, hot and fresh. The Clear Chowder was excellent. They said they make all of their soups fresh in house.

Great staff accommodating at making craft drinks. Great to have a local business in the area with…read morean open space!

The first time I came here it was good, the service was good and the drinks were also good…read more Everytime I have been back has been since has gotten worse and weirder. We came in and sat at the bar and no one said anything to us about going to the counter to order. The two girls working didn't have the common sense or social skills to say "hi, oh go ahead and place your order at the counter" they just watched us sit here for a good ten minutes. So we order, spend $30 on drinks and food. We go sit down and my friend asks for a cup of water and the girl comes over and says "that'll be $.80" Uhhh okay? So my friend gets out her card and pays for the water. Like I said. Everytime I have been back the people get less friendly and weirder. I don't think I'll be back. Longshore for life.