BEAUTIFUL! inside and out love the atmosphere and the workers are so kind. would definitely…read morerecommend

Found Fire by Forge on yelp and saw that it had plenty of good reviews. Very easy to get to from my…read morehotel and loved that it had a parking lot. Sat very quickly at a window seat which I loved it gave me a chance to people watch. I ordered the dulce de leche latte iced with the bacon, egg and cheese sandwich. The latte was incredible. The sandwich was filling. Plenty of bacon and the bun was tasty. My waiter was great, very attentive and helpful. The decor was inviting and loved the variety of seating. The message of this place is wonderful.

In New York, we would call this a hole in the wall. Very tiny space off the street. Counterspace…read moreand four large, basic wooden tables. You can do takeout or dine-in, but even when dining in, you look at a menu, pay at the counter, and then it eventually comes to your table. I was lucky enough to come in when there was only one table and some takeout customers. As I left, several more people came in, so this place can become crowded. Aurora's is Guatemalan. They have a lot of brekkie stuff--huevos rancheros, omelettes with veggies, sausage, peppers, ham, sausage, etc. Breakfast sandwiches (BEC, beans, queso, ham, turkey, avocado, cheeses). Burritos (chorizo, loaded, veggies). Appetizers, like tacos, nachos, tostadas, and more. Sandwiches (burgers, steak sandwiches). Bowls and salads (house green, classic caesar, burrito bowl). Quesadillas and wraps (turkey avocado, buffalo chicken, churrascov, burrito, chicken bacon ranch). I had the Churrasco. It had a lot of fat, but it was more steak than fat, and the fat came off easily. The meat was tender and fall apart. I ordered the fries, but got rice, and that was okay. The black beans were great. The salad was a little palate cleanser. The thing I LOVED, ADORED, would help me ignore the fact the restaurant was so cold that I had to keep my coat on and shivered throughout my stay--the drinks. They have these great fruit drinks--grilled pineapple lemonade (my choice), homemade horchata, fresh melon juice, watermelon juice, etc. My choice, the grilled pineapple lemonade--I literally sucked that stuff down. It was fresh, refreshing, not too sweet, but just sweet enough. Let's go back to my elder millennial roots--"It's all that and a bag of chips." Would come here again, food, drinks, and service are great, but turn up the heat please!

I ordered from Aurora's via DoorDash and had a great experience overall. The carne asada Guatemalan…read moresandwich (Shuco) was hearty and flavorful -- the grilled steak was juicy, tender, and well-seasoned. The sandwich had that street food-style flavor I was craving, and the bread was soft but held everything together nicely. The sweet plantains were tasty and ripe, but a little on the greasy side for my liking. The watermelon juice was fresh, light, and refreshing -- not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Even though I didn't dine in, I've passed by the spot and it always smells amazing and has a warm, welcoming vibe. My order was neatly packed, and everything arrived intact, which shows care and attention to detail on their end. That kind of service goes a long way, even through delivery! Can't wait to stop by in person soon -- if the food tastes this good through DoorDash, I can only imagine how much better it is fresh off the grill.

my boyfriend and i went here for the first time on sunday, our server isabella really helped us go…read morethrough the menu and pick out some good choices! i got an iced latte which was so good & my boyfriend tried their cinnamon something latte?? he wasn't a fan it was too sweet for him so she went back and spruced it up for us and even put it in a togo cup for us! the food was great & all the staff is lovely and attentive, the manager taylor was very sweet as well going by to the tables and checking in. won't be our last time! thank you!!

Visited on Sunday and had a burger and an espresso martini, both were great. The espresso martini…read moremaybe had a little more ice than ideal, but honestly nothing that affected the experience. Special shoutout to Lorena (if I got the name right) for the great service. I was working on editing videos while there, and she was attentive while also giving me space when needed, which I really appreciated. Great food, great drinks, great service. I'll definitely be back.

The staff were super friendly, could've stayed and chatted forever! Super good vibes in the coffee…read moreshop itself, and decorated nicely. Will definitely return next time I travel up here.

This trendy coffee shop in Hartford is creative, but the results were just so-so…read more Coconut Latte: Their signature dish. The nutmeg flavor is very strong, almost permeating the entire shop. The roasted coconut aroma is just right. It's recommended to tell the staff to ask for less sugar, otherwise it will be very sweet. Perhaps I just can't appreciate coffee with so much spice.

My wife, daughter, and I visited on a busy Sunday morning and were lucky to score a table. Effie's…read moreis located in a neighborhood and away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Hartford. There is indoor/outdoor seating and there is ample street parking. My wife and I ordered the Cinnamon French Toast. I had it with Strawberries, blueberries, and a side of turkey sausage. My wife ordered a fresh fruit salad. My daughter ordered a egg white omelet with tomatoes, onions, spinach, and American cheese. It came with roasted potatoes. We each had a coffee. As coffee snobs, we all agreed the coffee was very good. The French toast was excellent. Cooked fresh and tasty. My French toast was smothered in fresh bananas and blueberries and my wife's fruit salad was fresh and nothing canned. My turkey sausage consisted on three small links that were tasty and maybe cooked a while ago. My daughter loved her omelet and all the veggies were fresh and not canned. The prices were very reasonable and the service was excellent and friendly. The bathrooms were clean. We would return if we lived in the area.

It was a beautiful day to sit outside and Effie's has plenty of space for outdoor dining. My Greek…read moreomelette was fresh and tasty. My friend and I split chocolate chip pancakes and they were a bit too dense for my liking. I will likely go for the French toast instead next time. Our server was lovely. The menu is extensive with lots to choose from.

This cafe was very cute, has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and the staff was very nice and…read moreprompt. Great service overall. I got a Lox Toast and iced hazelnut latte, both of which I would order again. Will come back again!

This place was incredibly beautiful. Do not get me wrong, but my sister and I did not have a good…read moreexperience with the coffee we had. We both got an iced coffee with oat milk. It was actually disgusting. Upon tasting it, it did not taste like oat milk we asked and we got a little pushback and was told that it was oat milk. Because of the pushback, we did not proceed with asking for a different drink. We both threw it out, unfortunately.

This American-Mexican diner was such a great find! We chose to sit in the outdoor seating area, and…read moreit was the perfect day to enjoy a meal outside. The atmosphere was relaxing, clean, and family-friendly. One thing that immediately stood out was the menu. It's about 10 pages long, with an incredible variety of options. Whether you're in the mood for breakfast, lunch, American classics, or Mexican favorites, there's truly something for everyone. The presentation is beautiful. The drinks are garnished with fresh flowers and slices of lemon or cucumber, making them feel extra special. Even the food is served with colorful touches like a slice of orange and a strawberry on a skewer, showing they really pay attention to the details. My kids enjoyed an orange juice and an apple juice. I ordered the mango dragonfruit lemonade, and it was refreshing, flavorful, and the perfect drink for a warm day. For my meal, I had the avocado toast topped with an egg and crispy bacon. It was fresh, filling, and absolutely delicious. The boys loved their meals too. One had the chocolate chip pancakes, which were fluffy and loaded with chocolate chips, while the other had a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich served with crispy home fries. They also offer a great selection of specialty waffles and pancakes, giving us plenty of reasons to come back and try something new. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the service was outstanding. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. Between the delicious food, beautiful presentation, generous portions, reasonable prices, and excellent service, this is definitely a place we'll be returning to. I highly recommend checking it out!

Finally I got the chance to get brunch at one of the most instagramable restaurants in Hartford !…read more Located right across trinity collage , parking is sparse , however customers are able to park across the street ! The ambiance was amazing I felt transport to the early 2000s with the music playing we got ne-yo , akin , old school Mariah Carey , Nelly ! Fabulous vibe . They have booth and table seating . Staff was very nice and friendly they were so sweet and attentive!! To start off I ordered the caramel cappuccino which was delicious highly recommend and presentation was top tier ! My husband got the hot chocolate which was really good ! And perfect to cozy up to this winter season ! Next I got the banana split French toast ! Yes and it was AMAZING ! If you have a sweet tooth , love French toast and ice cream ! This is the one for you !! I added an extra Nutella drizzle on top of the caramel drizzle ( and it was perfection !) highly recommended! My husband got the western omelette which he enjoyed the home fries were one of our top favourites !! They offer so many options with large portions. from pancakes/ waffles / eggs to lunch options ! Fabulous presentation of food and drinks and delicious too ! Definitely can't wait to be back! And try more food options

Went in for a quick lunch on a Sunday and while it was busy, there were still tables open both…read moreinside and outside. I've been wanting to check them out for a while and am so glad to have finally done so! Inside is super cute and like I said, plenty of seating! Our food was fresh and prepared quickly. I had the doro chicken bowl and subbed quinoa for the rice. My boyfriend had the chicken parm on a croissant. Both were very good and great portion size for the price! The chicken was well seasoned and juicy, quinoa was perfectly cooked and the veggies so fresh! Not pictured is the chocolate chip cookie we split which was fantastic! Chewy and soft with great flavor! Can't wait to go back!

I made another visit here for lunch on a weekday and the place was far less crowded & wait was far…read moremore reasonable I got a pastrami sandwich and a creme brûlée latte. The sandwich was solid, but wasn't anything to write home about. The latte was great however.

I honestly do not know why this place is not busier because the food is very good. The drinks are…read moregood too, but my favorite thing here is honestly the guacamole. I first tried the guacamole at Hartford Taste, and now I stop by just to get it. It is that good. I also really enjoyed the pad Thai, which was gluten-free and not too sweet. That is always a win for me because sometimes pad Thai can lean too sweet. Overall, Trumbull Kitchen is a solid spot with good food, good drinks, the service can be a tad slow initially but it speeds up. I will definitely keep coming back.

We went here again before an event. Same great service! Same GREAT FOOD! One of us has a…read morebuttermilk chicken sandwich and the other had the house made ravioli- with broccoli and pork belly. Both DELICIOUS! The flatbreads with mushroom butter was delicious! Sorry - forgot to take pictures before we ate LOL

Best egg sandwich I have ever had. This would be my go to eatery if I lived in Hartford.read more

"I wanna rock with you (all night) Dance you into day…read more(sunlight) I wanna rock with you (all night) We're gonna rock the night away" (Michael Jackson) Train and bus passengers at Hartford's Union Station have very limited choices for food. They have three choices: 1) vending machines, 2) a Subway, and 3) Sunlight Coffee and Eatery. You'll find it on the right side of the terminal when you enter the building from Union Place. They seemed to have quite a lot of choices, ranging from chips and candy up through pizza, hot dogs, hamburgers, soups, sandwiches, breakfasts selections, and other hot foods. Pricing seemed very reasonable, and I saw a steady stream of customers when I was waiting there for our Thanksgiving guests to arrive a few days ago. Sure looked like a solid choice over a vending machine bag of chips or a ho-hum Subway sub.