The Wickenden area is a bit far from the beaten tourist path, but it's the cool, hip, gay-popular 'hood to hang out in if you want to feel like a Providence local. Climb to the hilltop of Wickenden Street as it cruises past galleries and tattoo

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The Wickenden area is a bit far from the beaten tourist path, but it's the cool, hip, gay-popular 'hood to hang out in if you want to feel like a Providence local. Climb to the hilltop of Wickenden Street as it cruises past galleries and tattoo parlors to this gay-owned, somewhat cruisy coffeehouse. Queer and questioning residents coyly eye each other over their laptops and lattes at this neighborhood café, which feels more like someone’s living room. There’s ample sidewalk seating, indoor copper-colored walls, home-baked goods, wraps named after Greek gods, board games, throw pillows, books, and free wifi. A gay philosophical group even meets here.

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