Folks are reaching for long sleeves and are in search of foliage and pumpkin spice. Yes, comfort food season is upon us. Cue the Gilmore Girls incidental music, and then check out these eight phenomenal cafes and restaurants to frequent this month for autumnal eats.
This cozy fixture on Dexter Street is the vision of owners Eddy Sandoval and Christian Torres. Their apothecary-inspired vegan coffeehouse is a sensational stop for fall sips and snacks. You won’t want to miss this season’s salted caramel pumpkin spice latte, which is served hot or cold. Get yours with an apple cider doughnut, made fresh in-house, and you’ll be golden. Cumberland
Thanksgiving comes early this year with the sandwich of the same name from this classic Rhode Island restaurant, whose first location opened in Warwick back in 1972. Served on multi-grain bread with slaw and fries, their version is made with layers of warm roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, and stuffing. Yes, it is as tasty as it sounds! East Providence, North Kingstown, Providence, Warwick
Open Labor Day through November 23rd at Windmist Farm (then popping up at The Farmer’s Daughter in South Kingstown November 28-December 23), this couple-owned biz sources all their apples from nearby farms. Menu options at the trailer include hot mulled cider, a cider slushie, and cake-style cider donuts. Grab your order and go, or stick around and enjoy the views of the Newport Pell Bridge. Jamestown
After a devastating fire destroyed this much-revered restaurant founded by Perry Raso back in 2009, a temporary tent eatery has been set-up and is bustling while they work on rebuilding. So no need to worry about missing out on their fall menu, including their celebrated butternut lobster bisque. People wait all year for this five star, creamy soup with bits of squash and pieces of lobster. Matunuck
Founded by Gina Rose Herlihy back in 2020, follow your nose to this adorable shop tucked into one of the buildings at Hope Artiste Village. Herlihy bakes mini, full-size, and hand pies from scratch and in small batches. This time of year especially you’ll want to scoop up one of the luscious apple confections while they last. Their handheld turnovers are also scrumptious. Pawtucket
This cafe and catering company from the sister-and-brother team of Stef and Kyle Bennett on Broadway, is open six days a week for casual breakfast and lunch fare. If you live for an exceptional grilled cheese, you’ll want to motor on over for both classic and gourmet versions. The Thanksgiving sammie, with melted triple crème brie, is sure to leave you happy and full. Newport
Known for reasonable prices and generous portions of classic American and Italian dishes, this third- and fourth-generation family-run, legendary restaurant in Cranston also happens to have some of the yummiest mashed potatoes in the state… buttery smooth and decadent! Whether you enjoy them along with their chicken parm, baked stuffed shrimp, or grilled salmon, is up to you. Cranston
Launched in 1972 by Alan Constantino and now run by the family, this Italian market and café on Atwells Avenue has 150 varieties of fresh and frozen pasta. Once the leaves start to change, however, I am all about their delectable pumpkin ravioli. Grab a few boxes to cook up at home, along with a loaf of their fresh Italian bread and some cookies imported from Italy. Providence
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