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.

Go-to for a fast and filling breakfast sandwich. Coffees are consistently good. Service is usually…read moregood and there is a casual atmosphere

Always a 5 star experience here. Everything : food, pastries, smoothies, coffees etc are always…read morefresh; made to order; delicious !! The service is great, always friendly, attentive, on the ball.. unlike other places. Inside is clean, plenty of seating.. not very loud so you can sit and enjoy a coffee while reading or working if you want.. I've also done a few takeout/ pick up orders here - again no complaints in this area.. i will forever be a coffee connection costumer!

It was my first time at this location and this was my favorite one of their shops! Matty and Ryan…read moretook care of me and they were friendly and wonderful. You can tell they are very passionate about the shop. I got a latte and it was tasty, and will def be back to try another after I finish RI food fights best iced coffee! The shop is unique and very pretty. I would def grab a drink with a friend here or read with a beverage. What a nice new shop.

We visited on a Sunday morning, a little after opening. Finding parking was easy and it was still…read morequiet inside. They do have overhead lights, but most of the clarity was coming in through the windows. I wanted something refreshing so I ordered a blueberry lemon iced tea and for my mom, I ordered her a vanilla latte. While we waited, we secured the couch facing the entrance that we were eyeing - very comfortable indeed. One of the staff members delivered the drinks to us which was very kind of them. My tea was cold and refreshing, but a big underwhelming with flavor. My mom's latte had a nice design in the foam and was good, especially since it was not overly sweet. We really liked the calm vibes in here and the simple but classy interior design.

We came in for JUST iced coffees, having driven by several times before without stopping, despite…read moreseeing the inviting exterior. The on-street parking situation is tough, but luckily after one unsuccessful pass we spotted the parking lot across the street for the vacant Walgreens so we were set. The interior is reminiscent of cafes we visited in Italy: clean lines, good lighting, elegant tile and wood accents. It's a stylish place, with comfortable seating indoors and around both sides of the exterior. Service was very friendly and responsive. I did try to order a country biscuit (since there was one displayed in the pastry case), but was told they did t make them. The barista told our counter worker that there were some in the fridge/freezer but that didn't find one for us - disappointing, but I didn't really need it anyway, and did just plan on getting a coffee, but still... You can tell a lot about the quality of a coffee shop from a basic drink of either hot or iced coffee. The iced did not disappoint! It's robust without a hint of over-roasting; strong but not bitter. The large is a generous size, and the cup was coffee with a bit of cream (and not the reverse as happens in a few places). So, no star deducted for my missing biscuit. I'm looking to coming back to try that biscuit AND a breakfast sandwich - they looked amazing when I saw them being served up at the counter!

I've been to strive a handful of times now and each experience has been wonderful. I like their…read moredrinks a lot, and their breakfast sandwiches are next level good. The one with the burrata on it is amazing! The space is chic, clean and inviting all in one. I really think it's exceptional. The staff is also amazing. Each time i have been impressed by whomever helps me. This most recent experience was with Lizzy and Kelly and they were so amazing! I couldn't have had a better experience. You can tell they both really care about customer interactions, creating quality beverages and making each visit special for customers. What a great coffee shop! I can't wait to see what their next specialty menu will include!

As someone who grew up in the neighborhood, I used to love going to the Coffee Grinder! I am so…read morehappy this coffee shop is still around and serving great coffee. There is always tons of parking in the lot and the shop is super cute and clean! Very affordable too. The workers are always kind and helpful too. I had the banana nut iced coffee with almond milk today and had a blueberry muffin. Pro tip: let me toast the muffin with butter!!!! So good. The bagels also look really fluffy too.

You get what you pay for I suppose. $20 for two bagels and 2 coffees. Coffee was decent, I…read moreappreciated that my banana bread latte actually tasted like coffee and not sugar. But Food was just bad. Eggs were clearly microwaved and I was served an inedibly burnt bagel. IMO at that point just remake it for the customer. Pretty disappointed because this place was cozy and had good reviews. I will say; this is legitimately the exact same coffee and food menu as Baked and Brewed on west shore road. Drive up the road 10 mins for the same thing but significantly better.

A cute, tiny cafe. Everyone here is super friendly!! There are several food and drink options, with…read moretheir specials updating regularly. I've never had a bad experience here.

Excellent food, coffee, and service--corn hole game set up outside. It's a charming place.read more

I really enjoy treating myself to a nice latte from here once in a while.. I usually make my own…read morelattes at home, so now and then I can afford a pricey latte at $10.. definitely not an everyday thing. They have great coffee quality though I must say. It is pretty cute in here, but There is not much space to sit inside, maybe about seven seats, but it's located inside of Providence Place mall so you have to park in the parking garage, which is free for the first two hours. They do open before the mall so check out their hours and definitely give them a try. The staff is pretty nice and they are also pretty convincing lol.

This cute coffee shop inside the mall is conveniently located next to the Apple Store, so one can…read moregrab a quick cup of coffee while waiting for their phone or MacBook to be serviced. I had never been here before so I wanted to try one of their specialty drinks. As it was close to Saint Patrick's Day, I tried their St Patty's Day cold brew, made with mocha and peppermint syrup. The drink was initially very minty BUT as the ice melted and the coffee had time to mix with the other ingredients it became a very delicious drink :) next time I want to try one of their more traditional drinks, but it was still a good experience nonetheless!

If you have not yet been to Sydney, you are missing a great coffee shop with great sandwiches,…read morepastries, prepared meals and drinks. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. The quality of their ingredients is evident and their customer service is excellent. It's great to patronize small businesses like Sydney.

I came here with my mom a little before closing on a weekday. We found parking on Thayer Street…read moreluckily. They had tables outside, but there are also some inside. I found the perfect drink for myself on the menu. Since I am not a huge coffee fan, I usually gravitate towards matchas or chai lattes - lucky for me, they had a chai latte matcha which I ordered iced. The inside is well illuminated, with a lot of natural light coming in. It is also very clean and I think the light colors helped create a mellow and relaxing mood. After a couple minutes, they gave me my drink and since they were cleaning up, I decided to walk around outside instead of sitting. I noticed that their to go drinks come in very sturdy and nice cups.