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    The Grind

    4.3 (8 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Taylor S.

    Coffee shop & brewery all in one! This place has great vibes and is beautiful. They even offer free WiFi so you can curl up and get some work done! I just grabbed an iced coffee today and will be back. I wish they had a bigger pastry selection but maybe I came at an off time! They had some pastries from Navad, so hoping for cinnamon babka next time I'm there! I asked if they were dog friendly and he said on a nice day when the garage doors are open, yes! We love to hear that! Don't make the same mistake I did... They have a small parking lot off of Sutton Ave, the parking lot off of Massasoit is for another business.

    Mj M.

    You need more people working ! I person working / slow service /strange !!! . Nice space . Great coffee

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    Ceremony - Iced Mont Blanc (~$8)

    Ceremony

    4.4(184 reviews)
    1.3 mi•College Hill
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    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!

    Ordered: Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso…read moreTeddy (~$3) Iced Mont Blanc (~$8): cold brew coffee with a slightly sweet orange flavor and a smooth orange forward cold foam topping Aya's take: Ceremony is conveniently located close to Brown University and I can totally see this spot being popular during the school year. I like the branding, brightness of the cafe, and the fact that there's a decent amount of seating. I got the Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte + Espresso Teddy which was well-made, bold, and enjoyable. I think the Espresso Teddy is actually made with cold brew and not espresso which I expected given the name and would have preferred. Nonetheless, I did enjoy the slow melt and the boost of caffeine I got as I kept sipping. And it's super cute! The Iced Mont Blanc was also a good try; the sweet orange flavor was subtle and surprisingly enjoyable adding a bright taste to each sip. If I'm ever back in Providence, I would totally come back and maybe try their matcha drinks.

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    Ceremony - Feburary menu

    Feburary menu

    Ceremony - Iced Mont Blanc (~$8) & Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso Teddy (~$3)

    Iced Mont Blanc (~$8) & Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso Teddy (~$3)

    Ceremony - Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso Teddy (~$3)

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    Iced French Vanilla Espresso Latte (~$7) + Espresso Teddy (~$3)

    Coffee Exchange - Latte done right.

    Coffee Exchange

    4.3(490 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Fox Point
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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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    Coffee Exchange - Yama for cold brew once

    Yama for cold brew once

    Coffee Exchange - Cold Brew Jugs

    Cold Brew Jugs

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    Ellie's - Chocolate croissant

    Ellie's

    4.3(616 reviews)
    1.9 mi•DownCity
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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.

    I bought a cinnamon bun ($5) and it was basic. Once you bite it, you realize it is just a brioche…read moredonut with some frosting. There were no cinnamon-butter layers inside it. The frosting was incredible though. That stuff could go on anything. The cinnamon buns at Oak Bakeshop and Whole Foods are much better with those typical gooey layers inside. Also, it was not large in size, anyone can eat it in one sitting. The worker who took my order was very friendly and it is so nice/comfortable inside there.

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    Ellie's - Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!

    Pastry display case with all the amazing house made pasties!

    Ellie's - Ellie's Signature Breakfast Sandwich

    Ellie's Signature Breakfast Sandwich

    Ellie's - Entrance to Ellie's located on union st

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    Entrance to Ellie's located on union st

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