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Custom House Coffee
796 Aquidneck Ave #7, Middletown, RI 02842, United States
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Review №1

Great spot, local coffee shop with great coffee. Staff is always very nice and attentive. Often get iced decaf and iced coffee and they make sure to clearly note them. My son loves the croissants and they have other great muffins and breakfast sandwiches. We are here seasonally and they are very good about picking up our orders. I often go between 6-630 during the week and they are very quick to get my order ready. When I have an option I always want to support local business and they make it easy.

Ju
Review №2

First experience here was awesome, however, my last two encounters here were horrible. My name isn’t that difficult but since it isn’t three letters long, everyone there has difficulty pronouncing it. I kept hearing Brianna, Julian, and Chelsea - Yikes. Plus the staff were rude. No big deal until today - I go to pick up an online order and it took a bit for someone to acknowledge me. This girl walks up and had the utmost prissy demeanor for 8am on a Tuesday for no reason. This place could’ve been my new go to, so that’s a shame. Not to mention I don’t know what the staff are going through and I’ve worked customer service in college so I try to be cognizant.

Li
Review №3

What a great find, highly recommend. Bright and airy, everyone working there was helpful and friendly.

Er
Review №4

Its really adorable. Its a busy morning coffee stop for your fresh morning start. Its cute inside.

Ma
Review №5

Extremely good cold brew, they have oat milk as well.

Fr
Review №6

Very good coffee with room to sit and enjoy. Small assortment of nice pastries.

Je
Review №7

Friendly staff. delicious cold brew!!

Am
Review №8

Great coffee and excellent customer service. The zombie killer is so addictive- I love it iced with oat milk. They sell freshly roasted beans as well- the Ocean Drive organic is my favorite.

Br
Review №9

Great drinks, service, and atmosphere. If you are an Earl Grey tea fan, try the London Fog.

Sa
Review №10

Sat here for 2 hours to get some work done. Dont rely on their internet cause it doesnt work. Had to connect thru my phone. However the coffee is on point, the atmosphere is nice . Constant flow of customers makes the place enjoyable. Bathrooms are clean. All in all good experience minus the internet situation.

Tu
Review №11

Busy, served us cold croissants! Coffee was good

Da
Review №12

My second visit to Custom House. I do not care for their coffee. I find that the dark roast is brewed too weak resulting in a sweetly sour aftertaste.

Ev
Review №13

Great espresso. Great service

Me
Review №14

Please update your hours on your site so I dont go out of my way to your shop only to find you closed.

Ca
Review №15

It was great! Loved my chai and my fruit cup. The service was excellent.

je
Review №16

Extremely good and fairly priced coffee. Highly recommend.

Ma
Review №17

Could tell right away this could be my favorite cafe on the island and will become a regular spot now that I’ll be living nearby. Friendly staff, amazing food offerings, and the coffee is obviously top notch. Warm and unique atmosphere and interior. Everything you want in a local coffee shop.

Ch
Review №18

Very friendly staff. Nice coffee, clean bathroom.

Si
Review №19

Excellent quality coffee, friendly service.

Mi
Review №20

Go early! They sell out quick

An
Review №21

Great coffee place! Reasonable prices and their online order system makes pickup a breeze. Lots of milk and sugar options too which I didnt think would be as difficult to find around here as it is .

Je
Review №22

Great place to buy coffee beans as well as get a cup of coffee

Ka
Review №23

Fantastic coffee and super friendly staff

To
Review №24

Great coffee, Great staff#hqidoors7

Ed
Review №25

Great selection and service!

Be
Review №26

This place is the best on the island for coffee and espresso. 10% military discounts apply all the time, but Mondays are 50% off. You can buy freshly roasted beans too. Indoor seating is limited, but its still worth a try to visit. Empire Tea and Coffee is a good second, but if youre looking for a more unique, local, and less touristy experience, visit Custom House Coffee in Middletown.All within walking distance on the same street, you can get coffee and breakfast at Custom House Coffee, breakfast or dessert at Provencal Bakery, and lunch or dinner at Anthonys Seafood.

De
Review №27

I can not tell you how the coffee was, I waited between 3-5min. and rang the bell I could see the two people working inside but they never acknowledged me, I was never waited on. I left and went elsewhere.

Tr
Review №28

Great quality & selection!

Je
Review №29

Their coffee is not good

Ri
Review №30

Coffee was good and I would certainly go back. Covid restrictions are stricter here than in MA or NY or ME. You have to sign in with name and phone number if you even sit on their patio. This is the first place I could not go in since early in the pandemic. I have not hit Starbucks which is just up the road to see if they are taking similar measures. Staff seemed to be a little disorganized. But combine a potentially new person with a new circumstance (Covid precautions), then odd things can happen.

Ry
Review №31

Extremely skilled coffee roasters.

Oh
Review №32

Good coffee and tasty sandwiches👍

ma
Review №33

Great service and even better coffee!!

Ry
Review №34

Half off coffee beans for veterans / active duty military on Mondays 👍🏻. Great coffee and helpful baristas. Gladly helped me find the perfect coffee beans. Very fortunate to find such a nice little coffee shop close to me. Thanks custom house coffee!

Je
Review №35

My son really likes it. I find it a bit strong

Ev
Review №36

Great food and coffee.

Gr
Review №37

No pour overs. You can only get one of the 4 options they choose for you that day or you can buy it by the pound without sampling it. The medium coffee of the day I had was pretty awful. What coffee shop has dozens of unique coffee (single origin, single orgin organic, and blends) but doesnt provide any way of trying the coffee? They have one class on Saturdays where they let you sample. So they have the equipment and knowledge but cant be bothered to do make pour overs on demand? I asked the owner and he said itll slow things down too much. Its a coffee shop, it takes a few minutes to make coffee. Super agitating.

Da
Review №38

Coffee is amazing service is great the food options are not good bagels are so so. Muffins are a little better but the breakfast sandwiches are not good. Step up from fast food but not much better

ch
Review №39

This is hands down the best coffee in Newport

Ha
Review №40

This is where I truly learned about good coffee! One could float on the coffee fragrance alone.

Hi
Review №41

Good coffee. Lots of options. Will need to go back to try their nitro and hot cold brew. They sell beans as well. Very nice space to sit and converse or study or read. Was a little noisy early upon opening but maybe that was their getting ready for work music. Employees were nice and helpful. They have WiFi. Big plus.

Br
Review №42

I never noticed this place till I heard about it!! Such an interesting coffee shop. Cool seating arrangements & love, love, love the coffee. Fresh & delicious!! Can’t wait to buy grounds :)

ka
Review №43

I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this place to anyone who loves coffee. If your looking for something sweet Id recommend an Iced Vanilla Chai Latte and if your not looking for something that sweet a hazelnut hot coffee is perfect. Overall this place is my favorite coffee place on the island! :)

La
Review №44

I absoulutely love their coffee beans. They are amazing. And their Monday military discount is amazing.

Vi
Review №45

The coffee house lives up to its name its the place to come for coffee. The zombie killer lives up to its name and is delicious! The decor its self is a reason to visit and if your lucky you may catch them roasting their beans!!

Ro
Review №46

Awesome coffee delicious cookies pastries paninis quiche so good!😍

La
Review №47

Coffee is great! Been a few times and always greeted by a smiling employee. They dont have a bad breakfast sandwich either. Highly recommended place!

le
Review №48

Veteran owned. Great coffee. Love the ambiance inside. Not much in the way of seating but the covered patio is nice.

Br
Review №49

Amazing coffee, reminds me of my favorite coffee place in Hawaii. I absolutely love that it is veteran owned, my dad is navy, my brother and brother-in-law are navy, my other brother and my cousin are Air Force, and I have dedicated my life to working with military kids like me and my siblings.

Ma
Review №50

My son in law claims its the best egg n sausage sandwich in town, delicious chia coffee and cold brew..Dog friendly outdoor patio.

Da
Review №51

Awesome little coffee-shop with a great, cozy atmosphere, and more importantly, awesome COFFEE! Matter of fact, I have eaten there too, Paninis and muffins etc. Everything Ive tried is very good, and backed up by a happy, attentive staff. What more could you ask for?

St
Review №52

Great, local coffeeroaster- delicious coffee choices and great food.

Be
Review №53

Great sandwiches, fantastic coffee and many types of drinks to choose from. Cozy atmosphere, lots if cool vintage coffee items around the store. Grind your own coffee.

vi
Review №54

Pastries were great. Drinks were great. The staff was very friendly. I will definitely be back and I highly recommend this place for a change of pace to Starbucks.

Ch
Review №55

Considering they roast their own coffee, it doesnt taste very fresh...

Ju
Review №56

When you go to a coffee shop, a good coffee is expected. I am positively surprised by the quality of the coffee and the barista at Custom House Coffee.Its ambience creates a great place to enjoy the coffee. A place to visit.

Be
Review №57

Possibly my favorite coffee shop in RI. Take home a bag! Theyre pricey but worth it, ethically sourced, and benefit veterans.

Xa
Review №58

Awesome coffee, awesome service. Good cookies, breakfast sandwiches to pair with their variety of drinks. Ask for the Zombie Killer!!

Ja
Review №59

Nice atmosphere. Try a Zombie Killer! Great friendly service!

Wa
Review №60

Great spot; good quality coffee and pastries. Theres also the added bonus of nice art displays!

Ki
Review №61

Zombie killer is the secret to powering through contracts. And, the ladies are always pleasant.

Su
Review №62

Great coffee, cute atmosphere, pleasant baristas. Will be back very soon!

Ru
Review №63

Excellent sandwiches and baked goods! I love their coffee and friendly atmosphere.

Ja
Review №64

Really nice staff but the espresso was made bitter by extracting way too much liquid and the latte milk was scalded so hot that it was not sweet anymore. Maybe just a fluke for that one barista, the morning of July 31st. Cookie was almost grainy with sugar but thats a ”different strokes sort of preference.

Na
Review №65

Beautiful, calm, awesome staff. My wife and i had a wonderful time. Thank you

Ni
Review №66

Best Chai Latte ive ever had! Very warm and welcoming atmosphere and the bathroom was very clean!

Ca
Review №67

Maybe it was the steamy day, but I dont think so. The iced dark roast was spot on ~ thanks for having agave nectar as a sweetener option! Yum!

Ly
Review №68

I love the coffee so much that I have the coffee beans shipped to Atlanta! I miss seeing Bob and everyone at CHC!

Ro
Review №69

Great place for coffee and snacks. Staff is friendly and helpful. Great meeting place for friends. I go often!

He
Review №70

Smell the barrels of roasted beans as you decide which delight to bring home. Youll drive Miles out of your way once you discover this coffee house.

co
Review №71

I couldnt have drawn it up any better. Not content with my complete satisfaction, the gentleman then proceeded to tell me about other places/sites that would augment my purchase at Custom House. Amazing, unexpected and greatly appreciated.

Vi
Review №72

This coffee house is very unique! Everything is great. I would go back anytime.

Be
Review №73

Very welcoming and loving staff! Great environment to get some work done in. Turning into my regular coffee spot!

Be
Review №74

Very good coffee. Relaxed atmosphere, older clientele than other coffee houses on the island. I like it

Ma
Review №75

Always good food and drinks! Friendly and comfy atmosphere!

La
Review №76

I absolutely LOVE this place. Their espresso is truly amazing and they have great and fresh food options as well.

Jo
Review №77

Frequent rudeness directed towards my age and gender from the staff made me stop buying coffee here after doing it weekly for 6 months (although it is very good :/)Disappointed and insulted enough to write this review. Sad to say I would rather brew at home than be regarded as a nuisance.

Lu
Review №78

Omg this is heaven here you need to go omg I love it

Er
Review №79

This place is awesome. Great service. Even better coffee.

Ma
Review №80

Great coffee and friendly staff. Bold espresso drinks and local bakery items. Favorite coffee shop in RI.

C
Review №81

Military mondays are great! 1/2 off everything for active duty

Ro
Review №82

Try the Naughty Chai. It’s amazing!

Ma
Review №83

Great selection of cold brew ice coffees. The zombie killer is a personal favorite.

Je
Review №84

Milano blend for espresso is excellent. If you need an all nighter have a zombie killer.

Ja
Review №85

Zombie Killer was awesome! Dropped in while in the area via recommendation from my cousin. Did not disappoint!

Ap
Review №86

Awesome coffee food latte

Ni
Review №87

We really love the coffee here and Mondays are a great deal for military!

Jo
Review №88

Some of the best coffee Ive ever had. The staff is also cheerful and friendly and slightly faster than youd expect from a nice coffee place.

To
Review №89

Great Coffee. Cozy, great selection of beans

De
Review №90

Coffee tastings on Saturdays, wifi, and excellent coffeeTypical coffee house atmosphere

Si
Review №91

Great relaxing environment, fresh and creative selections .... Perfect for a break time cup and snack

Ma
Review №92

Dont just bail to Starbucks. This local roaster will give you great macchiato and atmosphere. Support the local guys.

Ma
Review №93

Wow! Great coffee

Mi
Review №94

Great service, coffee, and sweet and savory small food options.

Ju
Review №95

Best coffee and most friendly staff on the island!! Once you have had there coffee you wont want to go anywhere else

Ma
Review №96

Good coffee and love their use of local photographers to sell pictures.

Ha
Review №97

Excellent coffee

Fr
Review №98

Whenever I travel to Newport, theres always a stop or two at Custom House Coffee. Best coffee on Aquidneck Island, and Ive got to get some beans to bring home!

jo
Review №99

Cold brew with sweet cream. 😍

Jo
Review №100

Delicious coffee! The zombie killer is off the charts!

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  • Address:796 Aquidneck Ave #7, Middletown, RI 02842, United States
  • Site:http://customhousecoffee.com/
  • Phone:+1 401-842-0008
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–4PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–4PM
  • Wednesday:6AM–4PM
  • Thursday:6AM–4PM
  • Friday:8AM–2PM
  • Saturday:6AM–4PM
  • Sunday:6AM–4PM
From the business
  • Identifies as veteran-led:Yes
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Takeout:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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