Providence’s Best Secret Bars and Speakeasies
5 Shops for Hot Chocolate in Rhode Island
Warm up this season with a cup of warm, creamy hot chocolate.
Sweater weather has quickly turned into coat, scarf and gloves weather. The perfect way to combat the harsh cold is with an irresistible cup of hot chocolate from local cafes and coffee shops.
Warm up your hands and your soul with Coffee Connection’s creamy hot chocolate. For that extra kick in your drink, add an espresso shot, a flavor shot or nondairy milk including soy, coconut or almond milk. Grab a hearty breakfast sandwich or a nutritious acai bowl while you’re there to jumpstart your day.
Hours: (North Providence) Monday to Friday, 6 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m.; (Cumberland) Monday to Friday, 6 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday, 7 a.m.–2 p.m.; (Woonsocket) Monday to Friday, 6 a.m.–3 p.m.; (North Attleboro) Monday to Friday, 6 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; (Providence) Monday to Friday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Details: 1744 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, 401-383-6040; Adams Shopping Plaza Shopping Center, 2364 Mendon Rd., Cumberland, 401-658-2400; 100 Bernon St., Woonsocket, 401-766-8800; 412 North Washington St., North Attleboro, 508-695-1800; 32 Custom House St., Providence, 270-1801, coffeeconnectionri.com.
Ellie’s rich and tasty hot chocolate is made with decadent Valrhona Caraibe 66 percent chocolate and house-infused vanilla. Pair it with a chocolate croissant or a box of macarons. Enjoy your cup during breakfast or lunch in their cozy digs, or order it to-go online.
Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Details: 225 Weybosset St., Providence, 401-563-3333, elliesprov.com
Warm up your hands and soul with a cozy cup of hot chocolate from the Nitro Bar at any of its locations. Explore the wide-ranging menu for items like the avo toast, the Chorizo and Salsa Verde Wrap or a cowboy cookie to enjoy with your drink.
Hours: (Providence) Daily, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.; (Newport on Pond Ave.) Daily, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.; (Newport on Thames St.) Daily, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.; (Little Compton) Daily, 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Details: 228 Broadway, Providence, 401-563-8578; 2 Pond Ave., Newport, 401-301-5275; 404 Thames St., Newport, 401-324-7294,; 261 W Main Rd, Little Compton, thenitrocart.com
Hot Chocolate Bar at the Chanler
Stop by the Chanler for a firepit-filled afternoon or a winter stroll along the Cliff Walk with a decadent cup of hot chocolate in hand. The Chanler’s artisanal hot chocolate is crafted with either milk or dark chocolate and also offers an adult upgrade (read: spiked).
Hours: November 25 through December 24, Saturdays and Sundays, 1–4 p.m.; December 26 through December 29, Tuesday–Friday, 1–4 p.m.; February 3–March 24, Saturdays and Sundays, 1–4 p.m.
Details: The Chanler, 117 Memorial Blvd., Newport, 401-847-1300, thechanler.com/dining/hot-chocolate-bar
Does it get any better than your choice of savory or sweet (hello gingerbread crumbles) crepe paired with a homemade cup of steaming cocoa? We think not, but you’ll have to stop by the Corner yourself and let us know.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; Sunday and Saturday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Details: 2170 Broad St., Cranston, 401-461-2170, crepecornerri.com
