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Ritual Cafe

4.5 (37 reviews)

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The Ritual Signature - a bit dry
Michael P.

First visit to Ritual Cafe. I'll start by saying I'd go back. It's a modest space, very casual, not trying to do too much. You wouldn't feel out of place here whether you're in some scrubby clothes, dressed business casual to head to work, or whatever in between. The service was friendly and quick. I ordered the signature Sandwich because, it felt fitting for our first stop here. I expected a bit more. The chicken cutlet was very well executed. Juicy, crisp and a great portion for the sandwich. Overall it felt dry to me, though. My wife got the breakfast blt and that had a mayo slapped on the toast, it would have rounded out the signature Sandwich wonderfully and made it next level. Consider asking for this as an add on. Other than the fact that it's a deep fried chicken cutlet, it's a pretty protein packed and hearty sandwich for breakfast that doesn't feel too heavy since the Kaiser roll is lighter than you'd get with a bagel- however, it was still sturdy enough to keep everything in the form of a sandwich and not a fork and knife dish. The cookie, well that's a different story. The chocolate chunk one tasted like cardboard. Not sure if they use lard or shortening in their cookies vs butter? But whatever they do, it's evident in the flavor that the ingredients aren't quality or the cookie was well past it's prime. I'd come back for another sandwich or maybe the breakfast burritos. The iced coffee I got was as expected, solid but nothing noteworthy.

Egg and cheese on everything bagel
Candice S.

I would say the experience was neutral. Nothing stand out but also nothing bad. I would come back and try something new. I was a bit disappointed because I saw in a previous review someone came and did work at the cafe. I tried to do the safe but a really nice worker told me they didn't have WiFi for patrons. I ate inside but ultimately left when I was done.

Iced Maple and Brown Sugar Latte
Cara P.

You might miss Ritual Cafe if you were driving by because the building blends in almost seamlessly with the neighboring houses. But this is part of what gives it that small, local business feel. And the steady stream of customers is a testament to the tasty offerings you'll find here. The cashier who took my order was very friendly and patient as I browsed the menu written on the wall. I decided on the Breakfast BLT and an iced maple brown sugar latte, and I split a chocolate chip cookie with my husband. The BLT was very good! It was moist, the toast was crisp, and the sandwich held together well. There was a nice butty tasty from the griddled bread and a richness from the mayo, but was balanced nicely by the freshness of the arugula and thick tomato slice. The latte was good/fine. It was a bit too light and milky, but I enjoyed the flavor. I asked for it less sweet, and that was a good level for me. I also appreciate that they use real maple syrup and brown sugar instead of a flavor syrup. The cookie, however, was a flop. To put it simply, it tasted like cardboard. It was dry and not at all the buttery, soft yet crispy chocolate chip cookie I was expecting. Another downside for me about Ritual is the ambiance as there really wasn't any. The peeling leather seats were the most unappealing aspects. They did have some cool art on the wall, but the pieces felt disjointed from the rest of the drab interior. That being said, I do think Ritual Cafe is serving up some solid breakfast sandwiches and their coffee gets the job done. It's an easy stop to make if you wanted to grab and order to go, and, for the most part, you won't be disappointed!

The Ritual Signature with arugula and chipotle aoli
Katie N.

It's always a good day for Ritual Cafe! I usually stop in for a breakfast sandwich - the Ritual signature is my favorite, especially if you add arugula and chipotle aioli. Perfection! No wonder they won the best breakfast sandwich in RI with that beauty. They are very efficient, especially if you can order ahead. I also love their paintings inside the restaurant - very fun and makes the indoor space more welcoming.

Salted Caramel Latte
Robert G.

When a cafe has a solid variety of breakfast options and specialty lattes... I'm in! I've only been to Ritual twice because it's a bit out of the way for me but whenever I'm in the area, this will definitely be my go-to. Delicious coffee, sandwiches, and cookies. Ritual is a cozy cafe with plenty of seating, art on the wall, and a restroom for customers. The service is very patient and friendly.

Reuben's Cousin Paul Sandwich
Michael S.

Went to this cafe and tried Reuben's Cousin Paul Sandwich. It was delicious and flavorful, the egg and pastrami were a good combo. Service was fast and friendly. There wasn't much of a sitting area, meant for grab and go. Come back again if I am in the area.

The Ritual Signature
Douglas S.

Small breakfast/lunch shop in Warwick. Amazing food, high quality ingredients, and very friendly staff! This shop is a most stop for bfast or lunch! The chicken cutlet is one of the best I've ever had! Super crispy yet still juicy chicken. The bun was nice and toasty with a generous amount of crispy bacon! Come check out this place for one or the best breakfast shops in New England!

Meg M.

Their iced coffee was absolutely delicious. I was pleasantly surprised by just how good it was. The place was packed with people happily having lunch and working. Menu items looked great.

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Linda A.

This is definitely a hidden gem. They had the best rueben I've had in a long time, and the iced latte was on point. There are a few coffee shops in the area, but this one takes the cake! Service was very friendly and helpful. Seating is comfy and decor is adorable!

James M.

Stop #12 on RI FOOD FIGHTS First Inaugural Search for the Best Breakfast Sandwich!!! The Sandwich chosen for the competition is the The Ritual Signature...a jumbo egg, bacon, cheese & a fried chicken cutlet on a poppy kaiser roll (if that doesn't float your boat, any sandwich can be ordered...but why not try the Signature?! It was amazing! I ordered with Swiss Cheese and I also got a Knead Gingerbread Donut (they're everywhere!)...be back to try other item options!

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Massiel G.

Cute little spot!!! Come get you morning coffee and sandwich!!!!! Great quick breakfast or lunch or both.... I am simple I got ham, cheese and Swiss sandwich and ice latte!!! The service was great and the owner is super nice and sweet!!! Definitely stop by and try... good stuff!!!!

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Absolutely delicious breakfast sandwiches. My partner got the signature, I got the classic and neither of us was disappointed.

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Got the fried chicken sandwich. I chose BBQ as my sauce. Very yummy!!! I got mine to go but the dining area is very cute.

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I went to the original location of this local spot about a year or so ago, and was determined to…read moresupport it. I am all for supporting local businesses, and I liked the name of the cafe. I thought, surely, this is going to be a hip experience. Good vibes. When they closed, I actually felt a tinge of disappointment. So when I saw their sign at the new location, I kept peering through the windows whenever I walked by, trying to figure out when they were going to open. All this to tee up my recent experience. I've now gone to this new location twice, always on a Saturday after I work out. And I never just buy one thing. I buy sandwiches and whatever they have on the counter that looks interesting, just to try. On my most recent visit, I was really hungry and looking for breakfast sandwiches. I didn't find a lot, but I saw they had a spring mix, tomato, and avocado sandwich, so I ordered two on two different bagels. I added turkey sausage to one and bacon to the other. With the $2 add-on, they were $8.50 each. I also bought the cheddar scone for $4 and the blueberry lemon scone for $5. All told, I spent around $29 for a to-go order. Did I get a bit of sticker shock for a to-go order? Yes. But it is what it is. What I didn't appreciate was the lack of courtesy. I walked in and there was one occupied table. The owner was standing in front of the counter looking down at her phone. No problem. She started talking to me and taking my order while barely looking at me. At first, I thought, well, maybe she is in the middle of an important text message. She did say she needed a few seconds. But then she would raise her head, look around the counter, and go back to her phone. I stood right in front of her for about five or six minutes, only to realize that she was in the middle of posting on social media. There was a sort of "sorry," but not really. Then other customers came in and she was so sweet to everyone. Warm, attentive, engaging. Which only made my experience even more noticeable. And here's the thing: the food is good. I can even live with the price of the baked goods. I also don't doubt that other people have been served well here. I can only speak to my own experience, and mine has been far from that. Twice now. I don't have any history with the owner, nor do I recall having had any long conversations with her that would explain the difference in treatment. I was simply a customer standing at the counter, spending nearly $30 on breakfast. This, more than the prices, is the reason I am not rushing to go back. I hope this makes them a little more conscious of providing consistently good customer service. Perhaps others will benefit from my less-than-ideal experience.

Absolutely love this place and Christine and Dan!…read more Favourites of mine are the honey sesame cookies; gochujang cookies; and any scone that Dan decides to make that day! Truly wonderful people who put their love into their business and it shows. I have been waiting for the new location to open and I was so excited when it did! Here's to many more cups of coffee!

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