EAT
COOL & CAFFEINATED
Start the day with an energizing coffee, then end it with a sweet creamy treat.
COFFEE
NORTH / CENTRAL
BOLT COFFEE, PROVIDENCE TRY: The nitro cold brew: a seasonally rotating, twenty-four-hour steeped cold brew. Finish it off with a breakfast sandwich paired with a housemade biscuit or a tasty treat. boltcoffeecompany. com
CAFE AVA, CRANSTON TRY: Cool down with a sweet tres leches latte, horchata latte, or a classic Cafe Ava house latte with housemade cinnamon syrup, espresso and your choice of milk. Complete the meal with an irresistible arepa and one of the cafe’ s many baked goods. cafeava-ri. com
CAFE ITALIA, PROVIDENCE TRY: A refreshing iced chai or iced matcha latte paired with a banana nut waffle during brunch. Return to the cafe late at night for the martini bar; sip on dessert martinis like the red velvet cake or strawberry shortcake. cafeitaliapvd. com
HAZEL ORIGIN COFFEE, PAWTUCKET AND PROVIDENCE TRY: It’ s farm to cup here; the Guatemalan light medium roast does the job all on its own— no sugar or milk needed— or opt for any of the delicious seasonal specials the coffee shop whips up. hazelorigincoffee. com
FUNDATI COFFEE, LINCOLN TRY: Handcrafted espresso drinks like the lavender honey latte and dirty chai latte are sure to bring serenity to your day. Bring home some coffee beans including the Colombia medium roast and house espresso blend. Order a chocolate chip banana bread or blueberry muffin for the road. fundaticoffee. com
Beehive Cafe in Bristol.
PUBLIC HOUSE, LINCOLN TRY: Get your creative juices flowing with artisanal coffee like the mint cold brew latte or iced caramel macchiato, along with the Boulevard BEC sandwich served on a toasted croissant bun. publichouseri. com
EAST
CAFE ZARA, EAST PROVIDENCE TRY: Indulge in a cafe mocha, cold brew or a classic RI iced latte— double espresso with coffee milk. Breakfast isn’ t complete without a Parisian croissant sandwich, Lisbon Morning( baguette sandwich with butter, Saint Jorge Island cheese, fruits and strawberry preserves) or Nutella toast. cafe-zara. com
BEEHIVE CAFE, BRISTOL TRY: Busy bees can rejuvenate here with a cafe au lait, chai express or an iced biscotti topped with whipped cream and biscotti bits. The hearty all-American breakfast platter or cinnamon buns are well-deserved treats as well. thebeehivecafe. com
CUSTOM HOUSE COFFEE, MIDDLETOWN TRY: Offering both hot and cold versions of each brew year-round, this spot creates a unique selection with drinks like“ zombie killer” and“ feel good tea.” customhouse coffee. com
COFFEE GRINDER, NEWPORT TRY: Enjoy an afternoon coffee or frozen drink at the back patio with bagel, muffin or pastry before walking down Thames Street. coffeegrinder newport. com
SOUTH
AUDREY’ S COFFEE HOUSE & LOUNGE, WAKEFIELD TRY: This“ Bachelor”-fandom spot offers both traditional and trendy flavors( cookie dough? Hazelnut? Butter pecan? Count me in.) along with small bites. FYI: You may be served by owners Jared Haibon and his wife Ashley Iaconetti from“ Bachelor in Paradise.” Stick around in the evening for cocktails. audreysri. com
MAINSTREET COFFEE, EAST GREENWICH TRY: After picking up your regular flavored iced coffee order in the morning, come back in the evening for your pick of fifteen signature martinis( made with vodka, tequila or whiskey). mainstreet-coffee. com
FUEL COFFEE BAR, NARRAGANSETT TRY: With more than fifteen iced coffee flavors available for self-serve like banana nut, Swiss chocolate almond, sea salt caramel mocha and coconut, just grab a cup at the counter and fuel up. Accompany your coffee with a panini, avocado toast or bagel. fuelcoffeebaronline. com
CAF BAR, WAKEFIELD TRY: This cozy cafe and bar provides whatever interesting coffee creation you can think of; give the matcha mint a try, or the maple bourbon latte for a twist on your favorite drinks. Fill up on gourmet toast, a breakfast burrito or an egg melt. cafbarri. com
JUNK & JAVA, WESTERLY TRY: Known for their eclectic and creative concoctions, this is the spot to grab a specialty latte( see: cookies and cream, Snickers, Almond Joy or cinnamon roll). junknjava. net
NORTH / CENTRAL
Don ' t miss!
Brown Bee Coffee, Providence Ceremony Cafe, Providence
White Electric Coffee, Providence
Coffee Exchange,
Providence
New Harvest Coffee Roasters, Providence
Taiyaki Cafecito, Providence
The Nitro Bar,
Providence and Newport
Brewology, Smithfield Sophie’ s Brewhouse, Exeter
The Nook Coffee House,
East Greenwich
Kaffeology,
Newport, Portsmouth and Cranston
Borealis Coffee Company, Riverside and Bristol
Seven Stars Bakery, various locations
Brewed Awakenings, various locations
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