Rise 'n Shine Coffee Bar — Restaurant in Providence

Really good use of floral notes in lattes.

Heard great things about this spot from a colleague and finally dropped by to check it out. Compared to other trendy cafes I’ve visited recently, the menu here stood out. Nothing too wild, but definitely more thoughtful. Some of the flavor combos reminded me of New England cafes that play with flavored syrups, but without the artificial notes. Everything felt more intentional, and better executed.

I tried the Gardner Latte, the Blueberry Pancake Latte, and the Strawberry Pop Tart Donut. The Gardner Latte—a mix of matcha, blueberry, lavender, and petals—was the most memorable. The matcha wasn’t top-tier, but the interplay between the blueberry’s soft sweetness and the floral lavender was surprisingly balanced. I didn’t expect those flavors to pair so well with matcha, but it worked.

The Blueberry Pancake Latte was a seasonal option, and I only got a few sips. It might’ve been better iced—the blueberry notes came through initially but didn’t linger, and the coffee aroma in the hot version overpowered the finish.

The strawberry pop tart donut was solid. Would’ve been nicer if the strawberry jam fillings were more evenly spread, but the donut itself was still airy and soft. Even the parts without it didn’t feel too dry.

The café’s tucked away in a residential area, but parking was easy—no permits needed on the street. They also have a hidden garden patio out back, so I’ll probably be back when the...

This cafe rivals corporate coffee more effectively than other cafes I’ve encountered with a respectable amount of flavors, seasonal offerings, rewards incentive, and even flavored cold foams. I appreciate the proximity to the city while still managing to be tucked away. The atmosphere is quaint and cute but service seemed more trendy than affable. Can get stuffy with a rush of people but definitely a quieter cafe vibe if you can carve a corner out for yourself. Disappointed with the gingerbread latte since it was very much one-note on the cinnamon spice and didn’t deliver any complexity of gingerbread that I’m familiar with, much less the nuances or sweet notes of other ingredients. I think other drinks would be more promising as I still was content with the actual espresso. I haven’t been here before, so I’m not sure if it’s the espresso itself or the extraction, but I typically prefer a bolder roast. Still beats many cafes that I wouldn’t visit again routinely. The pastries were fresher than anticipated, but I wouldn’t crave these specific pastries more so at the current price point. If you have a specific craving, it should do what it needs to. A place that I could see having regulars that go out of their way from closer chains to visit, so I’d say worth coming to check...

Just discovered a hidden gem in a residential area of Providence—an adorable cafe. What caught my eye was a unique sight—a shoe shining chair. It instantly transported me back to New York, where I had seen them before. Intrigued, I asked the staff about its presence. To my surprise, they shared a heartfelt story. The owner's father was a shoe shiner in New York, and she brought the chair all the way here to honor his memory. The cafe itself was a beautiful tribute to her dad, filled with details and small touches reminiscent of a shoe shiner's world.

In this cafe, each visit becomes an experience—a journey that intertwines the past and the present. It's a place where stories come alive and connections are made. The lavender latte added an extra touch of enchantment to this memorable experience. If you find yourself in Providence, make sure to visit this remarkable cafe. Let yourself be captivated by the tale it tells and indulge in the warmth and flavors it offers. It's more than just a coffee shop—it's a heartfelt memoir that reminds us of the power of love and the beauty found in the smallest of...