Empire Tea & Coffee
$ • Coffee Shops, Cafe, Pet FriendlyAbout Empire Tea & Coffee
Customers' Favorites
Avocado Toast with Pickled Onions
Breakfast Sandwich
Blat Sandwich
Egg Sandwich
Iced Latte
Bagels
Empire Tea & Coffee Reviews
257 ratings
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amazing honey and maple latte! homemade fresh bagels! delicious chocolate chip cookies! kind and friendly staff!
My americano was strong and delicious. The barrista was strong and delicious looking and also very nice. I was in a rush today but I could see myself coming in and studying here. Very quiet and peaceful atmosphere.
My son got the Blat and I got the turkey and swiss. Both were soooo good. We agreed they are up there with the best sandwiches we've ever had.
Hours
| Monday | 6AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 6AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 6AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 6AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 6AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 6AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 6AM - 5PM |
Empire Tea & Coffee is a cute place in a great location in Newport, convenient for starting the day. The store has quite a bit of room with comfortable couches and pleasant, lively seating inside. It offers a cool atmosphere and a great setup for working, with plenty of seating, room, and outlets.
The menu is not huge but what they do, they do right. The coffee is excellent, with a refreshing Dulcato and delicious cold brew. For food, the BEC sandwich is solid and the Caprese sandwich is awesome. One reviewer highly recommends a sesame bagel breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg, avocado, tomato, and bacon habinero sauce, calling it the best ever. Pastries and scones are also available, and they offer a fun seasonal option for St. Patrick's day. They have dog biscuits and can make a pup cup.
Service is nice and quick with really kind workers who try to be efficient, even with a rush of people. Orders are placed at a kiosk. While most experiences are positive, there can be occasional inconsistencies, such as a server seeming annoyed or a rare issue with drip coffee preparation. Overall, it is a place that seems to be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.