Old Man Joe's is the kind of neighborhood gem that makes you feel like you've stumbled into a…read morelocals‑only secret -- the kind of place where the coffee hits right, the bagels are legit, and the vibe is pure comfort. The bagels are the star: perfectly chewy with that slight crisp on the outside, the way a real bagel should be. None of that fluffy bread‑with-a-hole nonsense. Whether you're grabbing a classic bacon, egg & cheese or going all‑in on a specialty spread, everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully made. Service is exactly what you want from a beloved breakfast spot -- friendly, quick, and genuinely welcoming. You can tell the team cares about the regulars, the newcomers, and everyone in between. It's the kind of place where your order might be remembered before you even say it. The atmosphere has that old‑school charm that feels increasingly rare: cozy, unfussy, and full of personality. It's the perfect stop whether you're fueling up for the day or grabbing a weekend treat. Old Man Joe's doesn't try to be trendy -- it just nails the basics with heart, consistency, and flavor. And honestly, that's why it stands out. A must‑visit for anyone who appreciates a real bagel and a real neighborhood spot. Cheers

My wife and I with our dog were looking for a place to grab breakfast. We found Old Man Joe's. The…read morelovely woman working there took our order, and gave our dog a treat. The bagel sandwich was out of this world! The coffee was excellent. Bottom line if you want great food and a really sweet place to eat it stop by OMJ's and my dog would second that!!!

This is one of my favorite places in all of New London County. It is the only place I will wake…read moreup early for to beat the crowd and get bagels. Yes, get here early especially in tourist season to beat the crowds, and order ahead if the option is available. They do sell out so check their instagram/facebook first to make sure they haven't yet. My current go to is a plain or sesame bagel toasted with butter and a little hot honey. When I am more hungry, I go for the sweet Lou with no cheese or the Hot Boi with no cheese and cream cheese on the side. The eggs are local and everything is cooked perfectly. The everything bagel is a little too salty for my tastes, but friends love it! My boyfriend is incredibly picky about bagels but if I come home with no bagel for him he gets in his feelings--it's that good. I'm so happy to see The Flour Shop thrive here in Pawcatuck. They started off with humble beginnings and it's been great to watch them grow and expand. Staff is always kind, even with the stress of the tourist season. Check this place out!

I would give 6 stars if it would let me!!! If you haven't made it to The Flour Shop Bagels & More…read moreyet, you're seriously missing out. This hidden gem is already going viral in real life, and after my visit, I completely understand why. Be prepared to wait (the line stretched out the door and wrapped around the building) but don't let that scare you away. It moves pretty fast. It's absolutely worth the wait. And that says a lot coming from an impatient New Yorker that hates to wait. Inside is small and can get pretty crowded, but there are a few outdoor tables if you'd rather enjoy your food outside. Parking was surprisingly easy, with a decent-sized lot. The service was just as impressive as the food. Owner Hannah was wonderful to chat with and clearly passionate about what she's built. Alyssa, who took my order, was incredibly patient and helped me narrow down the menu with fantastic recommendations!! I tried the #3 Sweet Lou on a jalapeño bagel with cream cheese, and it was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The cheddar scallion bagel with regular cream cheese was light, flavorful, and had just the right amount of crisp on the outside. I also had the Meemers BLT on a margarita bagel, which was absolutely delicious. For drinks, I ordered the Cookie Butter Cold Brew with cold foam and the Banana Bread Latte with caramel and cold foam. Both were incredible and packed with flavor. (I usually don't even like cold brew) From the exceptional service to the outstanding food and drinks, everything exceeded my expectations. The Flour Shop Bagels & More absolutely lives up to the hype and is a must visit if you're looking for one of the area's best breakfast spots. They are absolutely on my list of favorites now!

Excellent matcha lattes & coffee. A really cute shop & always cleanly. Highly recommend stopping by…read morefor coffee, bagel or smoothies!

Cute place didn't realize they close at noon on the weekends. Got there at 12:09 two girls are…read moretalking one looks at me as I pull the door turns her head proceeds to pull basket off the counter. No acknowledgment at all then I saw the sign with the hours. Next time a little sorry we're closed but to look and turn away really....

#33 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more Such an eclectic place, I love!! This is a huge store with a bunch of different rooms/spaces to sit in, including an outdoor patio which was very cute. I did not study here, but it would be a great spot. Lots of seating and outlets. They have monthly seasonal drinks which they post on their Instagram. I decided to get the seasonal purple cow cold brew and it was good. I personally don't love cold brew, but it tasted good, just very light. They also have a bunch of other coffee shop drinks along with food and smoothies. I would definitely come back here if I was in the area! There is also a large parking lot.

Best matcha in town!! The quality and taste of the matcha here is superb. This little cafe serves…read morevarious pastries as well as your standard coffee and other tea drinks. They also have seasonal lemonades. I also tried their strawberry basil lemonade. The strawberry basil lemonade despite its name did not have any basil in it but instead had a little bit of mint. This might have been an oversight of the worker but I didn't mind. The staff here are very friendly and quick with making your drinks. The cafe is clean and well decorated. There is both indoor and outdoor seating here. The cafe is located in a little plaza with a parking lot but it can get full pretty quickly! The cafe is very popular and opens pretty early.

Had the "Bouge" which is a meatloaf sandwich. Partner had a breakfast burrito. Both were amazing!…read more 5 stars.

Great food, but they need to put some TLC into the location. Fix the screen door already, and when…read moreI looked up, I saw a thick layer of dust covering all of the HVAC equipment directly above where the food is prepared.

Stopped here after spending the morning at the beach. I ordered the muffuletta on a gluten free…read morebagel. They asked if it was a preference or allergy which was great. The bagel was very good, but the olive mix was beyond salty as were the cold cuts. I ended up scraping off the olive mix. I brought half home and added mayo and tomato and it was great. My daughter order the Brie Bacon and fig spread grilled cheese. She said the flavor was excellent. Next time she would order with extra cheese. There are tables on the deck with umbrellas but we were looking to cool off and ate inside. It was not cool. If you are looking for fancy this is not the place but it hit the spot and is worth a second try.

Friendly staff, good sandwiches and soups, very convenient to the shore. We are there twice while…read morewe were in town for a few days on vacation.

My husband and I popped in after a weekend at Foxwoods. We both got flavored cappuccinos…read more.. outstanding!! So good!!! They have a sugar free chocolate flavor which is hard to find and tastes amazing. My husband got the Super Bowl Special breakfast sandwich that had egg and pulled pork. He got it as a wrap and said it was one of the best wraps he has ever had. A bold statement for foodies like us. So happy we stopped in!!!!

I realize it is tourist season, (July 3rd) and people are stressed, but when I asked a simple…read morequestion about why my iced tea was $4.25 instead of the $3.50 it says on the menu, the manager came out and said that their lawyer gave them permission to change prices at any time! Then she just turned and walked away. Really?! Lawyer?! It was only a .75 cent difference and I just wanted to know why. Did they give me the wrong drink? It would have been a simple answer. I am a local, and have never had any problems before, but now.... I don't think my friends and I will be back, even come fall.

The best Nitro coffee on draft I've ever had. Will be back again to try more menu items soon.read more

I went to Indulge Coffee Co. in Stonington recently and it was so good! It's not far from duBois…read moreBeach and the Stonington Lighthouse Museum (which is where I was headed, so I stopped on the way). Indulge is located on a side street and has free on-street parking available right out front. It's definitely a cozy spot, with just a few tables to eat at. I got the Thanksgiving Sandwich, which was turkey, stuffing, cranberry, and mayo on a hard roll. It was literally amazing! So delicious! I got a lemonade to drink which was good and very refreshing. No too sweet. The service was fast, and employee at the counter was friendly. I would definitely go back!

Awesome breakfast. Huge portions. Fast service. This is the best place in the area for breakfastread more

What a great breakfast spot! I ordered scrambled eggs over corned beef hash, perfection! Homemade…read morehash, delicious. I ordered a side of fruit. This is my barometer for a quality restaurant. The fruit was as fresh as a resort in the Caribbean. Home run. Attentive service and big windows. We will be back

So I took a random 4 hour drive to CT. I had to stop here for my apple cider. It's seasonal. Well…read moreordered 2 med but they only had enough for a med and a small. They said it was the last that had for the season. They only charged me for the one but gave me both cups. There customer service was amazing. They were very friendly. Now mind you I dont have them around by me. But have tried many things there. I would go there over dunkin Donuts any day.

Honey Dew Donuts is great! The food and drinks sure beat the other guys. Friendly staff. Even the…read morepuppers got a treat at the drive thru.