Artisan bakery interior with warm lighting and fresh bread

Cranston, Rhode Island

Every loaf carries
the memory of
something honest

A neighborhood bakery and specialty grocery where time-honored craft meets the simple pleasure of real ingredients, baked fresh each morning.

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Warm bakery display case with artisan breads and pastries

Our Story

Rooted in community,
built on craft

Cafe e Fumare began with a simple conviction: that the best food comes from patience, quality ingredients, and a genuine care for the people you feed. Located on Park Avenue in Cranston, we have become a quiet gathering place for neighbors who value the ritual of a well-made meal.

Our bakers arrive before dawn. Every sourdough, every croissant, every loaf is shaped by hand and given the time it needs. Alongside our bakery case, you will find a curated selection of specialty grocery items — olive oils, aged cheeses, imported preserves — chosen the way we choose everything: for authenticity, not trend.

Fresh

Baked Daily

Local

Sourced Ingredients

Craft

Traditional Methods

Warm

Community Space

What We Offer

From our oven
to your table

Artisan Breads

Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and seasonal loaves — all leavened naturally and baked in small batches throughout the day.

Pastries & Viennoiserie

Butter croissants, pain au chocolat, danish, and daily specials — laminated with care and served at the height of their texture.

Specialty Grocery

A thoughtfully assembled selection of olive oils, vinegars, aged cheeses, cured meats, preserves, and pantry staples from small producers.

Coffee & Beverages

Espresso, pour-over, and seasonal drinks crafted with single-origin beans. A quiet corner to pause and savor.

Custom Orders

Celebration cakes, catering platters, and special dietary requests — prepared with the same attention for gatherings of any size.

Seasonal Specials

Holiday pies, summer fruit tarts, and limited-time creations that celebrate the rhythm of the year and the best of each season.

Close-up of freshly baked artisan bread on a wooden surface

"The bread is the soul of the house"

— Cafe e Fumare

Visit Us

Come in.
Stay a while.

Address

1464 Park Ave
Cranston, RI 02920-6629

Hours

Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Get in Touch

We'd love
to hear from you

Whether you have a question, a custom order, or just want to say hello — reach out and we'll respond as promptly as we bake.

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