Food and Coffee Recommendations

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⭐️ Team favorites
🌱 Vegan and vegetarian friendly 
🥖 Gluten-free options 
🍖 Halal
🥤 Creative non-alcoholic beverages 

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  • College Hill
    (5 mins or less from venue)

    The Underground $ ⭐️
    Located beneath the Brown Campus Center, this cozy spot offers delicious pastries, house-made syrups, and a relaxing coffee shop vibe.

    Aroma Joes $
    Conveniently located on Thayer Street near North Campus, this spot is perfect for a quick coffee or a custom sweet drink.

    Ceremony $$$ ⭐️🌱
    A favorite among Brown students, this tea shop offers unique, high-quality drinks inspired by Asian culture. The strawberry matcha is a cult classic, along with favorites like Hojicha Hot Chocolate, Ube Latte, and Keemun Milk Tea.

    Fox Point /Wickenden
    (10-15 min walk from venue)

    Tea in Sahara $$ ⭐️
    A hidden gem, this family-owned spot is known for Moroccan teas and a plant-filled ambiance. Try the Iced Moroccan Mint Tea, Marrakech, or Amazigh.

    Coffee Exchange $$ ⭐️
    This cozy coffee shop is perfect for working or relaxing. Also a great stop while exploring nearby antique shops and local businesses!

    PVDonuts$$ ⭐️🌱
    Serves handmade, gourmet donuts with a variety of unique flavors. A local favorite for sweet treats.


    Waterfront
    (15-20 min walk to venue)

    Dave’s Coffee $$ 🌱 🥖
    Near the RISD campus, this coffee shop is known for its small-batch roasted coffee and artisanal drinks. They offer specialty options, pour-over coffee, and tasty snacks.

    Brown Bee Coffee $$$$
    Known for handmade croissants and unique coffee combinations, this high-end spot on Benefit Street can have long lines at peak hours and weekends.


    Wayland Square
    (15 min walk from venue)

    Cafe Madrid $$ 🥖
    The perfect spot for a European café ambiance, offering delicious desserts and pastries.

    Knead Donuts $$ 🌱
    Offers handcrafted, small-batch donuts with unique flavors. Known for their creative toppings, it's a must-visit for donut lovers.


    Downtown
    (20-30 min walk to venue)

    Small Point Cafe  $$ 🌱 🥖
    A small cafe with amazing drinks, delicious food, and a cozy, plant-filled ambiance. Excellent portion sizes and value.

    Beyond
    (If you're up for a bit of travel, here are a few of our favorite spots a bit farther from the venue.)

    Wildflour Bakery $$$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    Offers handmade, organic baked goods with vegan and gluten-free options. A favorite among locals!

    Seven Stars Bakery$$
    Known for its fresh, artisanal breads and delicious pastries, made with high-quality ingredients in a cozy atmosphere.

    Oak Bakeshop$$ 🥖
    Identifies as a “jew-ish” bakery, offering handmade pastries and breads.

  • College Hill 
    (5 mins or less from venue)

    Bagel Gourmet Ole $$ ⭐️
    Homemade bagels, savory breakfast items, and dirty chai lattes. Don’t miss the variety of burritos!

    Louis $ ⭐️
    A family-owned diner with great service and prices. Try the specialty pancake stack or Huevos Rancheros.

    Fox Point /Wickenden
    (10-15 min walk from venue)

    Amy's $ 🌱
    A cozy spot for delicious, classic breakfast items. Known for their hearty pancakes, omelets, and fresh coffee, it's a local favorite for a simple and satisfying breakfast.

    Waterfront
    (15-20 min walk to venue)

    Make-Out Cafe at Plant City $$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    A sustainability-driven cafe that composts everything, from the tableware to the oil. Enjoy delicious plant-based breakfast options and to-go items.

    Wayland Square
    (15 min walk from venue)

    L’Artisan Cafe $$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    A cafe with breakfast pastries, coffee, and healthy options. Also offers to-go items.

    Downtown 
    (20-30 min walk to venue)

    Ellie’s $$$
    A quaint cafe with healthy breakfast options and a charming atmosphere. The portions are small, but the vibe is worth it.

    Beyond
    (If you're up for a bit of travel, here are a few of our favorite spots a bit farther from the venue.)

    Irregardless Café$$🌱 🥖
    A charming café offering a delicious mix of breakfast, lunch, and coffee in a cozy, laid-back setting. Known for its mouth-watering biscuits

    Nick's on Broadway $$
    A cozy spot known for creative breakfast and brunch dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Try their inventive eggs benedict or signature pancakes.

    Little Sister $$ ⭐️
    A trendy cafe offering unique breakfast options with a fusion of flavors.

    Julian's $$ 🌱 🥖
    A hip, eclectic spot known for its creative brunch menu and separate all-vegan menu.

  • College Hill 
    (5 mins or less from venue)

    East Side Pockets $ ⭐️ 🍖 🌱 🥖
    Fast, fresh Mediterranean breakfast options to go. Great falafel wraps and grape leaves.

    Bajas Taqueria $ 🥖
    Quick, delicious breakfast burritos, tacos, and quesadillas with big portions.

    Pokeworks$$ 🌱 🥖
    A vibrant spot offering fresh, customizable poke bowls with a variety of tasty toppings and sauces.

    Kabob and Curry $$ 🌱 🥖
    A cozy spot offering flavorful Indian and Pakistani options.

    Fox Point /Wickenden
    (10-15 min walk from venue)

    Tallulah's Taqueria $$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    A lively Mexican spot serving up flavorful tacos, burritos, and bowls with fresh ingredients. Great for casual dining with a fun vibe.

    Pizza Marvin$$
    A laid-back pizzeria known for its retro vibe. A go-to spot for a casual and delicious bite.

    Waterfront
    (15-20 min walk to venue)

    Geoff's Sandwiches$$
    A casual spot known for hearty, sandwiches, offering everything from classic deli favorites to creative combos.

    Plant City $$$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    The first vegan food hall in the US, this spot has something for everyone and is a favorite among non-vegan locals too!

    Downtown 
    (20-30 min walk to venue)

    Ocean State Sandwich Co.$$
    A local favorite serving up delicious, handcrafted sandwiches

    Dune Brothers$$
    A laid-back seafood spot offering fresh, flavorful dishes with a focus on local, sustainable ingredients.

    Livi’s Pockets$$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    Located in the historic Arcade in Providence, Livi’s Pockets offers delicious Mediterranean-inspired pockets filled with fresh ingredients.


    Beyond
    (If you're up for a bit of travel, here are a few of our favorite spots a bit farther from the venue.)

    There There$$
    A trendy spot offering a menu of elevated comfort food in a relaxed setting.

  • College Hill 
    (5 mins or less from venue)

    Heng Thai $$ 🌱 🥖
    A vibrant spot serving traditional Thai dishes.

    Den Den$$ 🌱 🥖
    A tasty Asian fusion spot with great ambiance. Den Den Korean Fried Chicken is on Brown’s campus, while Den Den Cafe Asiana ⭐️ is on historic Benefit street.

    Soban $$
    A cozy Korean spot offering authentic dishes and diverse sides.

    Fox Point /Wickenden
    (10-15 min walk from venue)

    Aleppo Sweets $$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    A cozy spot offering delicious Middle Eastern desserts and sweets. Don’t miss their baklava and knafeh!

    Persimmon $$$$
    An elegant, chef-driven restaurant offering inventive, seasonal dishes with a focus on locally sourced ingredients.

    Waterfront
    (15-20 min walk to venue)

    Plant City $$$ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    The first vegan food hall in the US, this spot has something for everyone and is a favorite among non-vegan locals too!

    Downtown 
    (20-30 min walk to venue)

    Gift Horse$$ ⭐️ 🥖
    A seafood-focused spot offering fresh oysters, creative small plates, and expertly crafted drinks.

    Xaco Taco $ ⭐️ 🌱 🥖
    A charming Mexican spot with a variety of tacos, appetizers, and festive drinks. Enjoy the outdoor seating, happy hour specials, and delicious vegan options

    Beyond
    (If you're up for a bit of travel, here are a few of our favorite spots a bit farther from the venue.)

    Pianta $$$ 🌱 🥖
    A friendly spot offering a variety of vegan and allergen-aware dishes.

    India Restaurant $$ 🌱 🥖
    Rasoi Indian $$ 🌱 🥖
    Not Just Snacks $$ 🌱 🥖
    Three Pawtucket-based Indian restaurants within walking distance, known for their flavorful dishes. Locals have their favorites and often debate which one is the best!

    Los Andes$$
    A lively, family-owned restaurant serving bold and flavorful Bolivian and Peruvian cuisine.

  • Tiny Bar $$ 🥤
    A cozy, intimate bar offering creative cocktails and a laid-back atmosphere. Perfect for a casual night out with a unique drink selection.

    Glou$$ 🥤
    A cozy natural wine bar serving thoughtfully curated wines alongside simple, delicious small plates.

    The Eddy$$
    A stylish, intimate bar known for expertly crafted cocktails and a cozy, dimly lit vibe

    ISCO$$
    A small-batch distillery crafting high-quality rum with a focus on sustainability. A great spot for a unique drink experience in Providence.