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    Sydney Providence

    4.1 (364 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
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    Tyler C.

    Quiet, clean space with healthy choices for lunch or fancy coffees and teas. Close to the Capitol and train station. Friendly staff. Order at the counter and wait to be called.

    Julia S.

    Sydney has two locations in Providence; having been to both, I can thoroughly recommend the location on Exchange St over the Thayer St. Exchange St location is smaller, but it's also the original! It's inviting and very bright - perfect for walking in on your way to or from the train station. I had a hot vanilla latte and a chocolate croissant - would recommend the latte! I expected there to be a bit more chocolate in my croissant.

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    Lenny D.

    Once again, thanks to fellow-Yelpers, I found this fantastic, clean n quiet coffee shop - 2 minutes from train station (due to amtrak delay). Great coffee and bakery items!

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    Nani W.

    I'm a frequent visitor here. Although parking isn't ideal, it's conveniently located next to the train station, and a short walk from providence place mall and Kennedy plaza. There is indoor seating and some outdoor seating in the warmer weather. Staff is always super nice and personable. Love that they have an after dark menu! Pastries are also a favorite. In addition to their good beverages, they also have some functional seltzers and additional drinks available. Pretty good grab and go selection too.

    Loella D.

    Highly recommend Sydney! I got the avocado toast with an egg and was surprised at how large the portions are, and it came with Saffron. The photo doesn't do it justice! Also got an iced chai with a shot of espresso which tasted great. The barista was super nice and I love the cafe interior

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    Stephanie T.

    I've been to Sydney Providence multiple times since my first time and have been collecting points with every purchase. With Square Loyalty, I am earning 1 point for every $1 spent after checking-in in store or online and pay. After earning 150 Points, I can redeem a reward for 100% off entire sale (up to $25.00 off). In mid-September, I went to Sydney Providence back to back to study for an upcoming exam. It was really nice, calm, quiet, and well lit for studying. I ordered a large ice unsweetened matcha latte with whole milk (Total $6.86 with service fee, city tax, and state tax). The next day, I came back to study and ordered a large iced blueberry honey matcha latte (Total $7.42). Out of all the drinks I've had, the sweetened with sugar cane matcha latte is the best. Early October, I was craving Sydney Providence and ordered my original order, large ice sweetened with sugar cane matcha latte. Most recently, I came back to have a large Madeline Cider Latte (Total $7.80). This tasted like fall in a cup. The apple cider was very good.

    Robert S.

    This is a cute cafe located just blocks from the train station, Amtrak, the RI State House and many other downtown landmarks. They serve top notch items with fresh ingredients and excellent service. Their sandwiches, drinks, coffees and desserts are all delicious. Here are some pics of their Breakfast sandwich. YUM....

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    Ludovica F.

    Absolutely loved this coffee shop! I can't believe I didn't know of its existence until lately! Their macarons are stellar, and their matcha lavender green tea is to die for!! My fiancé also enjoyed their lattes, which I will try next time im at Sydney's!

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    I usually love their breakfest and lunch sandwiches.They're a little pricey, but good. BUT Don't ever get a salad from here.My salad ended up coming to seventeen dollars because I added chicken salad to it.And the salad looks like a side salad with like a tablespoon of chicken salad Ridiculous. It was very fresh!

    Rose Q.

    This place is very understaffed. The wait for latte is super long, even though the barista is already super busy and fast. She still cannot managed it by herself. Because she was alone. Sometimes there's two people, but still super busy. If you want to grab a coffee before jump on the train, unless you have 20 minutes to spare don't do that. And the 20 minutes is only for one latte. The coffee, matcha, and food were good. But waited like 40 minutes for two sandwiches and two drinks. Macaroons were terrible, very chewy. Great location. I hope they hire more people in the future.

    Jenny R.

    Stopped by Sydney in Providence and I'm so glad we did. The coffee was delicious--smooth and just the right pick-me-up. I got the bacon and egg on a croissant and it was absolutely perfect: flaky, buttery, and packed with flavor. I took a bite of my boyfriend's chicken salad sandwich too, and it was so juicy and tasty I ended up taking the other half for myself! Cute spot with great food--I'll definitely be back.

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    Phil K.

    Such a great coffee spot! I had the chai latte with lavender and it was seriously one of the best I've ever had -- super smooth and perfectly balanced. My wife got the vanilla latte and loved it too. We also tried the breakfast sandwich and the CSI sandwich -- both were amazing. Fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The space is bright, welcoming, and has a really relaxed vibe. Easily one of our new favorite spots in Providence. Highly recommend!

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    Bella T.

    Such a cute spot especially to pull up and do work at or meet up with someone. Space is super clean and welcoming. Service was okay. One girl was kind of rude and I also personally thought the spot was a little pricey. Drinks were your typical drinks,

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    The service, food, and creative lattes were great! Spent some time working here and really enjoyed everything.

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    Ask the Community - Sydney Providence

    Are they closed? Since the pandemic they haven't opened, do you know if they will remain closed?

    Hi Karliam, Sydney has reopened with reduced hours. We are open Tuesday through Sunday from 8 am 2 pm with our breakfast menu. We hope to see you soon.

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes we do!

    Is this the old Quay?

    Hi, Quay is our sister restaurant and both locations are now open. Sydney is located on Exchange Street in the ground floor of the Blue Cross building and Quay is located approximately 150 feet southwest on the river walk.

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    Ellie's

    Ellie's

    4.3
    (607 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    I came here as part of Providence Coffee Crawls. I had been here before and loved my experience, so…read moreI was looking forward to visiting again. The first time I came, it was a rainy weekday and this time it was a sunny weekend, so I was expecting an even larger crowd; and my prediction was correct. The line was just out the door but because of their awesome staff, the line was moving very quickly. While we waited in line, we could watch them making pastries through the glass, a couple feet in front of us. I admired that level of transparency. When we were third in line, the kindest lady asked us whether we'd be eating in or taking out and she took down our name to help us find a table when it came time. She did the same for the rest of the people in line. She also gave us some recommendations, including the cinnamon bun - apparently they're so good kids cry when they sell out. I didn't intend to order anything with my drink, but I couldn't get the cinnamon bun out of my head so I ordered it along with my iced spiced chai latte. The hen (I think it's their logo) on the aprons of the employees are super cute. We did secure a table. The tables are close together to maximize the number of people who can sit down but I didn't mind. I love their art all around, mostly of birds which I am obsessed with. I love that they have a lot of natural lighting coming through their tall windows. I also like the navy blue and white theme they have going on. The chai latte was perfect. It was the right color (a dark tan), meaning the ratio of tea and milk was good and I could taste a lot of the spices. The cinnamon bun blew my expectations away. The second my teeth made. contact with the icing, it was a magical feeling. I couldn't quite put my finger on what it tasted like, but the closest I got was dulce de leche. It is truly unlike any other cinnamon bun I have ever had. The dough is soft and there is a good amount of cinnamon. It's also $4 which is not bad. I had a bite of their canelé, which apparently requires a lot of work to make. It was very moist, with a great caramelized finish. I am super excited to try their new weekend dinner menu, but also more of their all day menu items.

    Ellie's is dangerous. I walked in thinking coffee and one pastry. That lasted about 30 seconds…read more The owner (adorable, by the way) was walking around checking on tables and making sure everyone was happy. It feels like her place in the best way -- warm, proud, hands-on. Pastries are legit. Super buttery, flaky enough to make a mess, clearly baked that morning. No sad, sitting-around-all-day vibes. Ordered the breakfast sandwich and that tomato jam needs to be illegal. Sweet, savory, slightly tangy -- it completely makes the sandwich. I kept trying to figure out how to recreate it at home. Not happening. Crispy chicken sandwich was properly seasoned and not dried out (why is that so hard for some places?). Fries were solid too -- crispy, not limp. And the kale salad with roasted chickpeas and chicken made me feel like I had my life together. Fresh, simple, and actually satisfying. It's one of those places you stumble into while traveling and then immediately start googling whether you can justify going back the next day.

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    Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!
    Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!
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    Ellie's Signature Breakfast Sandwich
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    Troop PVD

    Troop PVD

    4.3
    (450 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    We love Troop for its energetic, fun atmosphere and genuinely friendly vibe. The service is…read moreconsistently great, the hamburgers and breakfast foods are excellent, and the decor feels more like a curated urban art gallery than a typical restaurant. Every detail feels intentional and creatively combined -- from the beautiful art screens on the windows to the barstools made with skateboard backs. The space has a unique artistic identity without feeling forced or pretentious. It's one of those places that feels lively and inspiring the moment you walk in.

    Impress your cool, city friends when they are in town by bringing them here for drinks, dinner or…read morebrunch. The space is a cavernous open space with colorful art and funky vibes. Favorites are the vegan bahn mi (with fried tofu and cashew pate, crunchy picked vegetables) the cardamom pancakes and the cheddar biscuits. Biscuits are huge and buttery with a moist interior and a crunchy outside. The pancakes are the biggest pancakes I've ever seen! They were bigger than our heads. We got three to share for the table but honestly one would have been enough. Cocktails are strong and the bloody mary was perfectly spicy. Service can be a little slow at times but was friendly and helpful. The music can also get loud and voices echo when it's busy. So don't bring your noise sensitive friends. Make sure you have a reservation as it can get crowded!

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    CRU PVD Kitchen & Bar

    4.3
    (62 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    Free parking
    Large group friendly

    Fabulous brunch at CRU PVD today! So many good things:…read more 1) Friendly, warm, and attentive service. 2) Food that will haunt your dreams in the best possible way. We had the Steak & Eggs w/homefries and toast, the All the Veggies Omelette, followed by a cranberry cookie sandwich dipped in white chocolate. Oh my! Truly, the most perfectly cooked brunch we've had in a long time. 3) The prices are very reasonable. 4) Loved the aesthetics, decor, and retro vibe. It felt like we were hanging out in someone's cool loft apartment. We can't wait to go back!

    After a brief closing, CRU PVD is back! We had the chance to check out the soft opening & it was a…read morelovely Sunday brunch. The new breakfast & lunch service is casual & easy - order at the counter for dine-in or takeout, then grab a seat & enjoy. Hubby & I tried several dishes: bagel & lox was fresh & satisfying, the California wedge was a creative & lighter option, the lobster omelet felt indulgent & packed with flavor, the corned beef hash was crispy & comforting. Everything came out fresh & well prepared. One unexpectedly fun detail? The self-serve water station! Loved being able to choose between bubbles, cold-ish & ice cold water (a small touch, but honestly such a great idea). Wishing the best of luck to Chef Mark Garofalo & Russell Morin Catering & Events on this new venture. Excited to come back & try more from the menu! NOM NOM NOM #YUM

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    Raspberry pop tart - special of the day
    Raspberry pop tart - special of the day
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    Ceremony

    Ceremony

    4.4
    (179 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    Ceremony is a great cafe near Brown. The matcha drinks are all delicious and actually have a good…read moreamount of matcha flavor. They're not overly milky which is a problem I often have at other places. I also really like the large selection of hot teas you can get. They have lots of fun seasonal flavors which I always love. I haven't tried many of their snack items, but they have plenty of selection.

    Ceremony is a matcha focused cafe on College Hill in Providence that has built a following well…read morebeyond the immediate Brown University and RISD crowd it sits closest to. I walked into a space that is bright and well designed, with large windows bringing in natural light on a sunny day and a layout that works for both sitting with a drink and getting some work done. The matcha program is the reason most people come here. I noticed the menu follows seasons and trends in a way that keeps the offering from feeling static, and the flavor combinations go beyond what most cafes in the area attempt. I tried the strawberry matcha, which is the most liked drink here, and it was decent. The hojicha latte is a strong alternative for anyone who wants something with a roasted, earthier quality rather than the grassy brightness of standard matcha. Sweetener is an add on rather than included by default, which is worth knowing when you place your order, particularly if you are accustomed to cafes that automatically offer a simple syrup option. The menu also extends into wine and cocktails for evening visits, which gives the space a different function than a typical daytime cafe. Consistency on the matcha is mixed, with occasional issues around mixing and clumping that affect both the flavor and the texture. When it is well made, the quality is evident. The cafe gets crowded and loud during peak hours, so visiting on a weekday or arriving early on weekends gives you a better experience of the space. Parking in the area is manageable compared to most of Providence. For a matcha focused cafe with a unique menu and a bright, comfortable space, Ceremony is worth knowing about.

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    Feburary menu
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    Items for sale by local artists
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