Walk in on a Saturday around 10 and you will find regulars at the counter, families clustered around tables, and a host quietly working the wait list.
Set in Providence, RI, Three Sisters has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
The eggs Benedict here is a study in restraint: a properly toasted English muffin, paper-thin Canadian bacon, and a hollandaise that's lemony enough to cut through the richness.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Three Sisters. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Buttermilk pancakes with whipped butter and warm maple syrup
- Avocado toast on grilled sourdough with chili crisp and a soft egg
- Chicken and waffles with hot honey and pickled jalapeño
- Steel-cut oats with brown sugar, toasted nuts, and stewed fruit
- Huevos rancheros with corn tortillas, refried beans, and salsa verde
- Croque madame with béchamel, gruyère, and a fried egg
- Bottomless mimosa flight (90-minute limit, weekends only)
- Fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and seasonal cold-pressed juices
There's a small patio out back that fills up the moment the weather turns, and a wait list that moves faster than it looks.
Avocado toast at a place like this is not a meme — it's smashed in front of you, seasoned with flaky salt, lime, and chili crisp, and built on a slab of grilled sourdough.
Pro tip from the regulars: arrive before 9:30 on Saturdays or after 1 on Sundays to skip the worst of the wait.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Providence, Three Sisters is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It's the kind of brunch that reminds you why we made brunch a tradition in the first place.
Tips from the regulars
- Save room: the pastry case at the front is part of the experience.
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Three Sisters.
- Best for: groups of 2 to 4 — larger parties may want to call ahead.
- Don't miss the daily-special chalkboard near the host stand — it changes weekly and tends to feature the kitchen's best ideas.
- Coffee is taken seriously here. If you only know diner drip, ask the barista for a recommendation.
Hours
| Mon | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
| Wed | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
| Thu | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
| Fri | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
| Sat | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
| Sun | Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Three Sisters open for brunch?
Posted hours are: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Three Sisters take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Providence are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Three Sisters kid-friendly?
Yes — Three Sisters welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Three Sisters serve?
It's classified under ice_cream, american — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Providence.
Is there outdoor seating at Three Sisters?
Outdoor seating is not always confirmed. We recommend calling ahead during nice weather.
Location
Located at 1074 Hope Street. Coordinates: 41.8565, -71.3915. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.