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    Gathering Grounds

    4.1 (19 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Egg and sausage burrito, giant cinnamon roll, chai latte
    Caroline C.

    The outside of Gathering Grounds feels classic and homey but the inside is AI Hallmark movie. The lack of a real personality kills the vibe fast. But service is kind and prompt with attention paid to patrons! I wish I could say the food or drinks helped redeem the experience but the chai latte was a powder mix and the food was so limited and bland it really didn't do much to help. A skip on local cafes for sure.

    Kristen S.

    Im sorry but I ordered an iced coffee and the worker dropped the ice scooper on the FLOOR and picked it up off the floor and proceeded the scoop the ice into my cup-Come on NOW! Wont ever come back here. If thats whats being done in front a place full of customers, whats happening that we cant see. Very very disappointing!

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    Kristen S.

    I have driven past this building a thousand times and never really knew what it was about, but as luck would have it, Gathering Grounds appeared on my 'for you' page today, so I drove over to check it out. This building houses an antique shop, a coffee house, and an ice cream parlor - that have different names (which is probably why it hadn't stood out to me when just driving by) The coffee shop and ice cream parlor are owned by the folks who run The Grist Mill, and you can definitely feel their vibe in how it's set up and furnished. Today we enjoyed a millers maple swirl latte and a cold brew float made with ice cream and sat and enjoyed them at a nearby table. We also grabbed a cute gingerbread latte to go to enjoy at home. We will definitely be back to pick up more specialty beverages and look forward to enjoying some ice cream when the weather gets a bit warmer.

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    Karla M.

    My friend wanted to try this place, and I tagged along. I wish we had gone earlier in the day to explore the antique/thrift shop attached to the ice cream shop but we went almost before closing time. I am not sure if because it was late they had ran out of most of the flavors we wanted or if they're always low on inventory, but about half of their flavors were not available. We ended up getting blackberry and pumpkin. I am kind of glad we explored flavors we wouldn't normally go for because they were actually really delicious -- individually and even better mixed together. The blackberry was fruity and creamy, and the pumpkin was creamy, with a hint of pumpkin spice, and maybe a sweet note resembling caramel/toffee. The serving size was great. We both ordered small and got a heaping cup of ice cream. There is a big parking lot, and the staff was friendly.

    Linda A.

    Super cute spot! If money were no object, my home would look like this place. Coffee was so tasty, especially the chocolate iced coffee. Service was friendly and sweet. I love the books available to read and buy. They even have a book club. Wish I lived closer, because I'd be here all the time!

    Coffee and macarons from gathering grounds. Cutest spot ever!!
    Meg M.

    Olivia and Danielle helped me and they were so nice and wonderful! I had such a great experience and everything was great! I got an iced coffee and macaroons, checked out the book selection, read all of the awesome ice cream options and explored the antiques. This place is literally all of my fave things all rolled in one and the people here were amazing!!!

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    Amanda B.

    New to Seekonk! And just what we needed. I kept saying, I wish we had a local coffee place near by when I'm feeling like sitting, and not wanting a fast chain. So cute inside the Four Echo vintage and antique shop and right next to the Old Grist Mill. The vibes are high and cozy. Today was rainy so we sat inside the warm wood shop near their gas fire and listened to the indie music and browsed the book selection. On a sunny day, you can sit by the pond outside and watch the birds. The location is prime and so far, the coffee is too. Multiple flavor shots available, I got a maple pecan hot latte and it said the syrup is house made. I got it for here so it came in a nice coffee cup. Local paintings line the walls and the employees are very nice and kind, welcoming you in. I will definitely be back for the icecream they also offer!!!!

    Double dirty chai with oat mylk, Maple Nut Kitchen Granola (Maple Nut and Lavender Blueberry), super cute spot to sit.

    So cute and friendly. Had a double dirty chai with oat mylk. Very tasty. Bought some semi local (New Hampshire) granola to take home and share.

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    Maple Brown Sugar Pecan Latte. Delicious! Lovely hospitality and a beautiful property, too. We will return!

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    Ice cream and coffee were both good and reasonably priced with nice service and cute atmosphere!

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    So cute inside the Four Echo vintage and antique shop and right next to the Old Grist Mill.

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    Coffee Exchange

    4.3
    (483 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    This place is always packed. Either people getting a cup of java to savour on the outside or…read moreinside seating area or people getting beans to go. I stopped in here to pick up an order for my husband. The order was ready as expected and I requested for them to gring them for French Press. They did it quickly and off I went. They have such a large variety of types, flavors, countries, etc, which makes this a very busy store for coffee lovers.

    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.

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    Brown Bee Coffee

    Brown Bee Coffee

    4.3
    (92 reviews)
    3.4 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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    We Stand Social Club

    We Stand Social Club

    5.0
    (12 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Hidden gem, that needs to be told about! So here I am and I shall do that! The lovely owner and the…read moregentleman who does the tattoos here allowed my sister to do her pop up shop here. And boy did it go well. Let me back track a little bit. This place serves Tea AND they do tattoos. What in the actual HELL, genius! I love love love this idea, and no this place is not sketchy at all, it's is so hip and I freaking love it so much. It's street parking but no worries it's worth it. When you walk in you're immediately greeted with smiles and you walk into great hip hop music, big tv's, arcade games and just a great atmosphere. I noticed they had a lot of regular customers, and they treated all the customers with the upmost respect I love this. Now to the Tea, they have everything all the names are pretty hip and the flavors are bomb! All types of flavors, to cater to all taste buds! I don't know much about the tattoo portion but I know the guy who does the tattoos does them in a very clean room, in the back area. And well I wanted to get a tattoo and he's booked all the way until May right now and it's only November, and his work is amazing. He's done my sister and mom's tattoos I'll be next! Everything about this place I love. My sister did her clothing pop up shop here and the vibes were amazing. Everyone is so supportive and the atmosphere and look of this place for sure made the event successful. I fully support this place and I'll be a regular customer and make sure I bring others. Check this gem out!

    I was finally able to try this place after seeing it all over social media! First, the service was…read moreso friendly. Second, the atmosphere and vibe gave off a "chill" aesthetic. They have a couch and controllers so you can play games while you wait for your drinks. The teas itself are unique in flavor and ingredients. They also look super appealing. Definitely want to try them all! Would come back.

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    Ceremony

    Ceremony

    4.4
    (181 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    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!

    Ceremony definitely overpromised and underdelivered on expectations. It would have been a complete…read moredisappointment if not for the visually appealing presentation of the drinks. Driven by heavy social media presence on Instagram, this shop proved to be a classic example of a cute concept that fails on execution. The shop features a modern, clean aesthetic but suffers from highly inefficient operations. The layout makes it unclear where the ordering line actually begins, and the printed menus do not match the menus displayed on the wall. This forced a rushed ordering process, leading me to order a standard Strawberry Matcha. While the drink's presentation was pretty, the flavor was only average and did not justify the steep, overpriced cost--especially for an establishment located in a prominent college area. Color was on point but flavor was very milky and slightly tart. I don't say this often, but it needed sugar. Service was interesting. Drinks are served filled to the brim without lids. You retrieve the lids yourself in a separate counter area. This design flaw was highlighted when a nearby couple spilled their entire order onto the floor simply while walking over to get a cap. Rather than stepping in immediately to help clean up the mess and offer new drinks, the staff stood and stared at this couple for longer than they should have before offering assistance. Also, I would've liked a teddy bear too but didn't see it on the menu so I didn't order it. Between the high prices, lackluster service, and operational confusion, the overall experience does not warrant a return visit. Go get a sugarcane drink around the corner instead!

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    Items for sale by local artists
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    The Nerdy Baker

    The Nerdy Baker

    4.6
    (7 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    I needed a few cupcakes for a mid-week birthday celebration. Being a bit of a nerd myself, this…read morebakery instantly caught my eye--it felt like a match made in heaven. And honestly, it was. I found the shop tucked away in my old stomping grounds, and when my GPS announced I had arrived, I was pleasantly surprised to see it now occupies what used to be a beloved old Italian bakery. There's a small parking lot right next to the well-marked entrance, and their adorable bespectacled cupcake logo makes for a charming first impression. Inside, the space is a nostalgic dream for fans of all things pop culture. The décor spans across countless beloved universes--Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Mario, and more. Familiar faces like Batman, Spiderman, Thor, and the Hulk line the walls and shelves, giving the whole place a fun and immersive vibe. But let's talk about the real stars: the baked goods. The display at the entrance is packed with eye-catching treats--cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and beyond. Everything looked just as mouthwatering in person as it did in the photos that initially drew me in. In addition to desserts, they also offer cannoli, cinnamon rolls, brownies, breakfast wraps, sandwiches, bagels, toasts, bowls, and a variety of drinks including coffee, smoothies, and iced options. Since I was there for cupcakes, I picked out three flavors: Mocha Cappuccino, Banana Pudding, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana. I only got to try the two banana ones, but both were delicious. The Mocha one smelled heavenly though! A surprise bonus--the cupcakes had fillings, which I wasn't expecting. The frosting-to-cake ratio was perfect, and the cake itself was light and fluffy, yet sturdy enough to hold up the frosting. The owner was super helpful in guiding my selections and genuinely lit up when I asked about the bakery's background and theme. They host themed events too--like an upcoming Star Wars Day breakfast with a buffet, character meet-and-greets, goodie bags, and more. I don't live in the area anymore, so coming back would be a special treat--but I definitely plan to. Getting out of the parking lot was a bit tricky due to the busy nearby intersection, but it wasn't too hard to navigate. A small inconvenience considering everything this place has to offer. Bottom line: this bakery is a delightful, nerdy, sugar-filled gem. A perfect place to treat yourself!

    Cute bakery. Friendly service. I tried a little variety- spinach pie, cookies, and a cupcake…read more Everything tasted AMAZING. My favorite find in a long time. Would highly recommended checking this place out.

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    Plenty of flavors to choose from.
    Plenty of flavors to choose from.
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