Today while driving through Middletown RI, on a weekend trip to Newport from PA, Food Shack popped…read moreup on goggle maps. Excellent experience. Happy we chose it. Blackened tuna burrito and the islander salad, as well as a side of macaroni and cheese with beans on top were all excellent. All the salad ingredients were fresh and crispy. I especially liked the ginger dressing on the salad. We chose to east inside All the staff we encountered were welcoming and attentive. This is a must if you are in Newport. Thank you Food Shack.

Stopped by The Food Shack and had an overall decent experience. The entrance way is a little tight,…read morebut once you get inside there's actually a good amount of covered outdoor seating, which was nice. They also offer free water, and there's a one-stall bathroom in the back, which was convenient. We ordered bowls for all three meals and overall the food was pretty good. I personally liked the pork and chicken bowls the best -- both had good flavor and were enjoyable. The steak, however, wasn't my favorite. It was pretty tough and seemed overcooked. On the bright side, the plantains were cooked perfectly and had an excellent flavor. Service was fast, which we appreciated, and they had a solid drink selection. We tried the local sweet tea, which was a nice touch. While this visit was a bit hit or miss food-wise, there's enough potential that we'd probably come back and try the burritos or tacos next time.

Such a cute spot. Not a great place for huge groups, but clearly a well-loved local spot. The…read moreworkers were so friendly and the food and coffees were so good! Definitely stop in if you can. Not pictured-an AMAZING iced coffee.

Coffee: 9/10 Oats and honey coffee was scrumptious but not…read moretoo sweet, and the banana bread latte was a yummy treat. Service: 10/10 Extremely kind staff that changed my drink after ordering, without any hassle. Ambiance: 8/10 Cute seating areas, with decent natural light. Bathroom

I've been to Root Vegan Restaurant three times this week, and every visit has been excellent. The…read morefood is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. This time I ordered the Glow Bowl with quinoa instead of rice, and it was perfect. The balance of quinoa, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, carrots, beets, raisins, and the dressing was just right. The staff is always warm, friendly, and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. I love that the menu never gets boring because everything tastes so fresh and thoughtfully prepared. I already look forward to my next visit!

Rating from New Yorker. While visiting Road Island, we…read morefound something vegan :) and wanted to try it out. We've noticed that customer services weren't great..... workers seemed not happy working. traveled about 180ml away we wanted to have a good time. Also they don't have a restroom. We expected that they have one.

Worst attitude and customer service ever. Lady said she was a GM but had no idea how to do coupons…read moreand sub without charging. Left and won't be back. Fall River has no problems doing it right. Predict this places closes soon due to crappy staff.

HOW DID I LIVE FOR SO LONG WITHOUT TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE?! Seriously. This has been such a godsend…read morefor the winter doldrums of grey and boring Rhode Island in February. I look forward to my fabulous Blueberry Bliss Smoothie (sub mango, add ginger and Energizer supplement- as if I needed more caffeine :) as a much needed pick me up in my workday, and the online ordering through their simple app makes it a total breeze. I love collecting different rewards (the free smoothie is scarily close!), and the orders always arrive in a timely fashion and are made accurately. While I haven't ordered in person, the staff is friendly and kind, and always says hello when I arrive to pick up my smoothie. The shop is brand new, well lit and super clean. Don't be fooled by the humble strip mall plaza location- this spot is definitely worth checking out!

From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. Even though we were third in line, the staff…read moregreeted us warmly, and kept us informed of the wait. The coffee was excellent, and the salmon bagel and steak sandwich were both delicious with perfect portions. The restaurant was clean, inviting, and a great place for either a quick bite or a relaxing coffee date. We'll definitely be back!

So many times I've come to Newport but missed the times Kaffeology was open. This time I bypassed…read morethe crazy long line at the Nitro bar and stopped in. The place was empty. With the amount of people walking around outside that should have clued me in..... Considering the prices of their beverages I really expected more. More flavor, more pow/bang deliciousness. This was just coffee. It was meh. I've had better at a Convenience store. It really fell short of my expectations.

Smoothies and pastries were good but was confused by the restaurant being inside of the grocery…read morestore and with a much more limited menu than it showed online. Otherwise, staff was nice and helpful in making choices.

If I could give half stars, this would be a 3.5. In all honesty, I hate places that do vegetarian…read morefoods, and I prefer eating things that are more than vegetables turned into fake meat products... Thankfully, this place caters to both plant eaters and meat eaters... Wife and I had a hospital appointment that ran from morning until afternoon, and we had a short lunch break. We came here since it was really the only location nearby we could walk to and walk back that was not a really horrible pizza... We both got the grass feed beef hamburgers which were pretty good. For the price, I thought they would be a little bigger, but they weren't bad... They were cooked decently, still juicy and not dried out, and the sweet potato fries were outside. The sweet potato fries that came with the burger were the real stars of the meal. They were home cut sweet potatoes that were cut into large wedges and seasoned with light salt and pepper and baked. Not greasy, they were super soft and tasted great with Siracha and Ketchup. I don't think I'll be back again since the burger was one of the non-vegetable options, and I have had better. But it had a lot of those vegetable wraps and everything else... So if a friend takes you here and you aren't into the "Super Green Food" concept, don't be scared, they have real food too...

Great breakfast! Great service! Everyone was polite and the wait was not long at all. Next time…read morewe're in town will definitely be coming back!

Great little spot, very accommodating ... waitress was on top of it and food came quick!…read more The food was excellent, all cooked very nicely and seasoned well. I got an omelet with chorizo , spinach and American cheese with a side of hollandaise sauce that I poured over my omelet then dipped my dry rye toast in... My father-in-law got the stuffed blueberry French toast which he absolutely loved! One of the best breakfast spots I have been to in a will, will return next time I'm in Newport! 5 stars

Kaffeology is a great spot in Portsmouth featuring unique seasonal beverages, brunch all day and…read moresome lunch items. Within the last year or so they redid inside and made it hip and cozier inside. On my most recent visit I tried the peppermint creme brûlée latte and it was delicious and also got the breakfast burrito in a bowl. It was very filling and delicious. Service is usually pretty good. Something to note is the kitchen closes earlier than closing hours, so if you're planning on grabbing food make sure you give yourself enough time.

A fabulous start for the day here, coffee and an almond croissant for Mrs. K. and I as we're…read moredriving through Rhode Island. Tucked away in what was obviously once a domestic house and carefully transformed into a welcoming café, Kaffeology in Portsmouth feels like a well-kept secret. Although you can still feel the bones of the house, the conversion is tactful and sensitive, and the flow is surprisingly good for a coffee shop. It's the type of location where you naturally speak more quietly - not because you have to, but rather because the ambiance encourages serenity. The almond croissant went well with a well-pulled espresso and was fragrant and crunchy without being too sugary. The fact that Mrs. K. gave her latte the thumbs up is no small accomplishment. The sitting, both indoors and out, was varied enough to accommodate a short visit or a long morning, and the service was friendly yet unobtrusive. With just enough individuality in the décor to be well-curated without being fussy, the area exudes a subtle charm. Kaffeology is worth the trip if you're traveling through Aquidneck Island and need a restorative, rather than hurried, break. It aims to be terrific rather than trendy, and that's just what makes it memorable. [Review 1087 of 2025 - 90 in Rhode Island - 24641 overall]

Hot dog, this is a great dinner - quite the opposite of whatever a hotdog is, actually…read more There are few places that offer completely vegan menus, but fewer still (are there any?) that offer chef's tasting menus designed explicitly for a plant-based diet. This is one of them! Although I'm not vegan, this is how I *treat myself*, and if I could have Chefs Pete and Stefano cooking for me daily, I would gladly give up meat. They're in the midst of a biweekly summer series, and I highly recommend buying a ticket! Five courses, plus an amuse bouche and palate cleanser - you won't leave hungry, and every dish will wow you. Anyone who can get watermelons to have the texture of sashimi and hearts of palm to taste like HONEST TO GOD crab cakes deserves all the stars in my book.

Great small spot- they have some fun bowls with great ingredients that were tasty. Great downtown…read morespot too.

I was miles from my car and my cold walk became unbearable when it was time to turn around from…read morestrolling past mansions. The wind froze me to the bone and even my teeth were feeling frost bitten. Empire served me a shot of espresso while I thawed my numb face in the cozy coffee shop. The espresso was good. Warm air was a welcome sight.

All of the food is amazing and I chose the best plant based sandwich I've had in a while along with…read morea gingerbread latte made with oat milk. The service here is truly incredible. The server was kind and patient while I took my time deciding. He truly loved his work and it showed. The ambiance was high energy with a mix of locals and tourists. Everyone getting along as I heard laughter and joy.