Drift Cafe

Newport, RI · Restaurant

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in Newport
#17
of 199 restaurants
City Percentile
82%
rating percentile
Address
Drift Cafe, 190 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840
Phone
(401) 619-2828
Website
www.driftnewport.com
Status
Closed · Opens 8 AM

Drift Cafe is a restaurant located in Newport, RI. It is one of 199 restaurants listed in Newport. Its 4.8-star rating is above the Newport city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #17 of 199 restaurants in Newport. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Drift Cafe

Botique Cafe in the heart of downtown Newport, R.I. bringing you exceptional specialty coffee, wholesome foods, quality flavors, and a hospitable atmosphere.

Hours

Saturday8 AM–3 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Lindsay Rossell · Dec 2025

Visiting from NJ, this is my favorite coffee shop I’ve been to! The lattes are so good and the sandwiches were very good as well. Super friendly baristas and the service was super efficient even when it was busy. We went three times during our trip to Newport and it was great every time. I’m going to miss this place but I’m looking forward to coming back!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Erika Keene · Oct 2025

I loved this place. It's what I like. I had a delicious chicken pesto sandwich and coconut milk latte with cardamom and cinnamon. Service was excellent. Great vibes. Good, solid, healthy food. Would go here all the time if I lived in the area.

★★★★★ 5.0 Seamus McEvoy · Dec 2025

Yum yum yum!!! What a fab place for breakfast. Bagels were super fresh, coffee was mega and staff are super friendly. Just go here. You will not be disappointed.

★★★★★ 5.0 Isabella Velasco · Jul 2025

This was the best breakfast I have ever had in my entire life. I entered the cafe and ordered my food. I ordered the summer love smoothie bowl. When I tell you that it was beyond my expectations I am not exaggerating. The food was so delicious and I recommend going. It feels fresh and authentic and amazing in every bite..!

★★★★★ 5.0 C Angell · Feb 2026

Busy busy busy, lively and fast paced. Great breakfast, lunch, brunch menu. You know how good it is by the constant stream of customers. They do a great job moving people along. Very comfortable indoor seating is also available. Get the Turkish latte. Soo good! This is a Newport staple for all of our visits. Oh, and where else can 2 people eat for under $30 with beverages?? DRIFT!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance

Services

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