Honeycone is a wonderful little ice cream shop that I stumbled upon while checking out some shops…read morein Cheshire. They offer a variety of seasonal flavors, and they've just swapped to their winter ones! I got a cup with gingerbread ice cream and chocolate orange ice cream. There were a bunch of other flavors though, like a peppermint one and eggnog! Since there's a good number of seasonal flavors, it was hard to figure out which one to try! While they unfortunately don't offer samples, they do offer an ice cream flight with 6 small scoops for $13.50. Tempting, but I unfortunately didn't need 6 scoops so I went with just the two! A cute option nonetheless. They do let you mix and match flavors of the scoops you get, so I got to try two. The flavors were phenomenal, I was so happy to get try them. What a pleasant little surprise in the middle of a cute shopping area!! I certainly recommend it here.

Honeycone is simply as close to a perfect place as there can be. It's in a gorgeous location on a…read morecute street in Chester full of other small businesses, shops and restaurants. The shop is super inviting and nicely set up. All of the scoopers are beyond friendly and sweet, and terrific at what they do. I think sundae construction is an extremely underrated thing that I, admittedly, can be a bit of snob about. They are all masters. Nearly all toppings and elements are homemade, as well as all of their own creamy, while not excessively heavy, ice cream flavors! Even the dairy free options are excellent, and I couldn't even detect a difference. I have been 3 times recently, and most recently had one of the best ice cream experiences of my entire life (if not the best, and all 3 times have been among the top actually). I had a scoop of "Pride" (cake batter with funfetti cake chunks) & a scoop of dairy free blueberry lemon poppyseed in a waffle cone. The extra large homemade cone was crisp and perfection. The Pride flavor was a rare instance of cake batter ice cream not tasting artificial, having an aftertaste, or being overly sweet. The cake chunks were massive. The blueberry lemon poppyseed was utter brilliance. A bright base with all the flavor of the finest lemon poppyseed muffin you could imagine with thick ribbons blueberry , I'll call it a compote (pure fresh saucy blueberry). The other 2 stops I made I ordered sundaes. The first was their May mocha sundae including chocolate cake sandwiched between 2 scoops of espresso chip ice cream with mocha sauce, a biscotti, whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles. The second was their classic sundae with brownie between 2 scoops of your choice (tiramisu & blueberry), walnuts, hot fudge, whipped cream and a cherry. Both were phenomenal and I love the presentation. The assembly, ratio of toppings and honestly every aspect of the sundae is perfect. I go at off times so I love sitting on one of the 2 benches out front. So relaxing. They also sell pints to go. I can't say enough good things. Honeycone is a true gem, as good as an ice cream shop gets. Definitely check them out and support this incredible place!!

I have driven by a bunch of times now and finally stopped in to reward myself for the 10k road race…read moreI ran earlier in the morning. Parked in the lower lot which is not accessible at all for people with disabilities. Took me forever to figure out what I wanted, grabbed a banana split for the healthy option with a banana included lol. I had Mint, Smores and Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffle for ice cream flavors with all the fixings. Mint was the best choice, could have done without the other two. I will be back for a normal ice cream sometime.

What's great little beachy place. We spotted this place on our drive down tot he shore. Ample…read moreparking and outdoor seating. And service was fairly quick. Big portions of the ice cream for a modest price. As for the ice cream itself, it was a little hit or miss with our family. We loved most of the flavors (particularly the salted caramel) but the mint chip was a little toothpastey taste. I'd skip that the next go around. But otherwise, friendly people and a nice way to spend a summer evening

My family and I enjoyed a delicious meal at The Anchor in Chester, CT. Very good selection of…read morecomfort food. We had the Cubano (perfection), the veggie burger (fresh and flavorful), and the pulled pork mac and cheese (enough for my teenage son to eat with leftovers). The French fries were hot, crispy, and perfectly salted. Service was very fast. We decided to get some cookies for dessert later. The selection was eclectic, and they were all so tempting that we got several of them. Each cookie was wonderful, and they were still fresh when we finished them the next day. The restaurant was spotless and the staff was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The Anchor also had games available for customers to play while in the restaurant, and doggie treats for the pups. Overall, a thoughtful and comfortable place. We will be back!

I am actively reviewing it as I'm sitting here enjoying a delicious Monte Cristo with my wife!…read moreWe're devouring it because it's so delicious! Here's a tip, get your own, don't do splitzies like we did. I also had a dirt bomb to start with my Americano. The two definitely complimented one another so when in doubt, just go for it. The owner threw it in on the house because we kept mulling it over. This place is cute & quaint & located right at the marina. The customer service was top tier and the in house baked goods are to die for! They are cash only but there is an option to pay through venmo. This is definitely a locals spot. Great gem so stop in!

I've been here multiple times. Both the hard and soft serve ice cream is delicious and there is…read morealso Italian ice (but I've never tried it). They also make Flurries (price includes two toppings, selection is pretty typical), shakes and sundaes. Be on the lookout for some of their specialty sundaes...I have to get the baklava sundae whenever I see it offered because it's SO good. Usually I just order from the window and eat at one of the picnic tables outside, but I actually stepped inside a few weeks ago and discovered there is a freezer full of chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches for sale in packs of six. No indoor seating though. Service is fast and friendly, usually high school kids. Prices are reasonable, what you would expect from a roadside ice cream stand.

We had a little family meeting here a few days ago. The ice cream is ok, reasonably priced and all…read moreoutside. Picnic tables. No inside seating. So, if it's 90 degrees, you're going to toast. But in a nice cool day. Nice outside seating. Numerous tables for probably 50 ppl. Wish they would have more flavors. Maybe at some point!

Full disclosure! I do not know the owner, but she knows close friends of mine so I was already…read moresuper excited to come here. I have passed by here quite a few times, but finally stopped yesterday and picked up an assortment of her goodies: chocolate covered Oreos, peanut butter cups, chocolate covered toffee, chocolate dripped pretzels, chocolate drizzled popcorn, and more. Everything I have tried so far has been fantastic. I thought the salted caramel pecan turtles were extra special though. The best I have had. I have not tried the popcorn yet but that is what my friend claims is the best. If you are dropping in for gifts, they have gift boxes and paper ready for you to save you an extra stop. Super thoughtful and really clutch in those last minute situations. They also have ice cream, which I resisted only because I was there right before dinner. She informed me they make their own fudge and waffle cones! Super excited to come back for that at another time. Highly recommend a stop to check this spot out!

A must try! Beautiful property in a great classic New England location. Awesome, old fashioned ice…read morecream shop on premises with delicious homemade fudge and treats. You can't go wrong, perfect family outting or even a solo stop for a shake!

First the interior is so very French you could imagine being in Paris. The food for our Sunday…read morebrunch was exceptional, fresh and well plated. lastly the service just as we like it, always there checking but not overbearing. we traveled an hour and are planning our next trip back.

From the moment we were seated in a cozy spot, everything about Village Bistro felt thoughtful and…read moregenuine. Every detail--from our drinks and cheese board to the sourdough, steak frites, rigatoni alla vodka, chocolate pot de crème and cheesecake--was wonderful. Ending the meal with French press coffee was the perfectly wrapped bow on an already lovely evening. What made it truly special, though, was the service. We never mentioned that it was our anniversary, yet Sage treated us with such warmth, graciousness and care that you would have thought she knew. Nothing felt forced or overly formal--just genuine hospitality at its best. A beautiful meal, delightful dining experience, and such a lovely way to spend our anniversary. We'll absolutely be back.

Excellent food and service. Great location in Chester. A great breakfast place , good selection.read more

The staff was friendly- I ordered met loaf and it came with salad and French bread $14. It was very…read moretasty . I went back to the counter and ordered a cookie and magic cookie bar. They were horrible. The cookie was not baked all the way through and was like silly putty. The cookie bar tasted like sand on the bottom. It was the most horrible bakery item I've ever eaten. I will never go back.

Was traveling for work and stopped at this adorable little shop with a great purpose. The…read moreemployees were warm and welcoming. There is plenty of room to work, enjoy time with family and friends, or eat. The ambiance is beautiful with lots of plants, activities, and great lighting. The cappuccino and bagel I ordered were both delicious!

Welcoming coffee shop that's a great place to start or end a visit in the Deep River area. In…read moreaddition to coffees and tea, there's a variety of bakery items, ice cream, smoothies and sandwiches. The Nest also provides employment opportunities and creates social gatherings for people with disabilities. There's a real community feel in this place.

Who Knew? Father's Day 2026 was our first visit to Chamard, and from start to finish I couldn't get…read moreover 1. the simple existence of this restaurant 2. the exterior and interior 3. the service (blessed twice with Garret) 4. The Food and 5. the entire staff. Having just returned for a special family gathering (with a birthday thrown in), my brother, sister-in-law, and sister from West Hartford and Simsbury were blown away. I should note both my visits were in the daytime. Besides the rustic beauty of the vineyards, the grounds are lovely and set a peaceful tone for the restaurant. The interior is beautiful and with plenty of warmth and natural light from the windows. The walls are adorned with artwork for sale but tastefully done, as was a handcrafted bench (which I bought!) that allowed me an opportunity to sit and soak in this surprise dining experience. Our server for both experiences was Garret and honestly, we are spoiled - polite, upbeat knowledgeable and accommodating - even when he was the main server he never ignored our table. Every food course over two visits were nothing less than fantastic - from flavor to presentation the food was perfectly prepared. The server in taking the order and the wonderful chefs were both very accommodating for a member of our party with dairy allergies. From the website and now two visits this is not a winery tour or exclusive wine tasting spot - this is a beautiful restaurant that makes (in the basement) and serves their own wines - even the red is made on property from grapes brought in from out-of-state. I will be going back frequently and cannot wait for the colder months, holidays and dinner by their fireplace!

Beautiful property. My friend has been here multiple times. We came for some delicious wine with a…read moreview and it didn't disappoint! Not too hot out so we were able to sit outdoors overlooking the lovely property. The staff is very friendly ans helpful. There is a private party in the back "outdoor" bar area that is set up beautifully.

As their website says, Grainne Baking Co is a line of sweets and treats handmade in Deep River,…read moreConnecticut. It's mail-order (or I guess online-order) only, although Jillian does make appearances at local farmers' markets and holiday markets. I've sampled her fruit&nut granola bars, amazingly decadent brownies, sea salt chocolate chunk cookies, and brown sugar shortbread buttons, and always go for a second helping. I love that she utilizes local ingredients and tells you straight off that your order will be shipped in a few days so she can make everything fresh. It's an easy gift to send and you know the recipient will be happy. I've started to order a snack or two before a work meeting, both to help spread the word of Grainne and to satisfy my sweets cravings.

I was looking for a special treat to send my mom. Came across the Grainne Baking Co. Absolutely…read moreloved the fact that they use ingredients from New England producers! Packaging is so well done from there bentwood boxes to the delicious treats that fill the inside. My mom was thrilled! I will definitely order here again!