Cute little cafe with seatings for maybe 20. With assorted pastry also comes with sandwich, freshly made omelet and crepe. The staffs were courteous and brought the orders out to us. We ordered 4 omelette croissants, suppose to come with ham egg chives and cheese. 2 of the four did not include chives when it came out looks like the cook forgot it but still tasted good. read more

Cafe Dolce - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

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Matcha latte was good, the crepe was ok. The ambiance of the cafe is nice. The music selection added to the overall experience, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Definitely going back to try their other breakfast options. read more

Stopped by on our way through CT. Very happy to stop here over dunkin! Great service, beautiful ambiance, and even better coffee!

Great Yelp find. The pastry was AMAZING (we ordered the hazelnut) and the oatmeal was a masterpiece & delicious. We tried to go back a 2nd time, the following day, but it was closed. Closed on Mondays. Great job to the owners, paste chef and staff! read more

This place was a godsend while staying down the street at the Hotel Zero Degrees in Norwalk. We could easily walk to Cafe Dolce and we did multiple times a day. Everything we tried was fantastic - the salads, the soup, the crepes, the coffee, and the tea. And the baked goods. Mmmm...the baked goods. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was wonderful. I'd give it 10 stars if I could. read more

Finally made it to Cafe Dolce. Despite the raving reviews I was skeptical given how picky I am with coffee, but was pleasantly surprised to find they offered pour over Ethiopian. My assumption given the European vibe and proper espresso machine is they are great on that front. The coffee had potential. Unfortunately I think they use a 1:15 ratio instead of 1:17, and I saw the barrista poured too fast. He was pouring with a Fellow kettle which is what I use at home and know it intimately. A proper pour almost uses no angle, it's a very light stream. That said expecting a perfect pour is unrealistic. It's just great to know there's a local spot who offers Ethiopian pour overs. Nice outside seating in the parking lot. Good menu selection. Standard fare of pastries. Food was solid. read more

Visited here today. Such a nice atmosphere. My friend and I ordered the avocado toast! It ranks up with one of the best avocado toasts I have ever had. It was creamy and delicious. Highly recommend this place! The iced coffee was good too. read more

Cafe Dolce - Avocado toast with egg - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

Terrible sandwich and my lemonade had a bunch of seeds from the lemon that I ended up swallowing smh.

I was excited to hear of a Hungarian bakery in Norwalk I drove up there today and was so disappointed. Very little selection and what they had hardly resembled what I grew up with I was raised in a Hungarian home with my grandmother and mother being two of the very best cooks I even spent last Christmas in Budapest at the Christmas markets. So I know good food. The owner first of all told me apricot was not traditional Hungarian filling someone should let Budapest know this. I usually order my cookies and nut rolls from a bakery in Toledo but I missed the cut off I have attached pictures of what the nut rolls and kolachi should look like. Not what they had there. To be fair I bought a nut roll had a strong lemon taste Still looking for a good Hungarian Bakery in Ct read more

Cafe Dolce - Kolachi Hungarian apricot cookies - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

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With 240+ 5-star reviews, I had to try this place out. If I posted this correctly, then you'll see the delicious crêpe wit apple and caramel as well as the very black, very strong coffee--the way I like it. The staff is pretty much all business but still very friendly. When I got there on a sunny Sunday afternoon, there was quite a line. I was able to sit outside with a friend, and we enjoyed the sun and good company. I'm definitely coming back. read more

Cafe Dolce - Black coffee (strong and full, not like a typical cafe) with the Apple and Caramel Crêpe. Yummmm. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

Great little spot in a strip mall. Very busy, efficient service. Indoor and outdoor service Many great option and reasonably priced read more

Nice breakfast, coffee and lunch specials. Good selection of Hungarian pastries. Nice soups daily. read more

Oh My GOODNESS! How have I never heard of this amazing cafe! I pulled up to their location on a Saturday morning and there were people already enjoying their morning breakfast and coffee outside on their patio. We walked inside to a beautifully decorated cafe and were immediately greeted by the staff. I enjoyed and fresh made iced chai latte and a crepe with prosciutto, spinach, goat cheese, and a balsamic fig glaze on top. My friend enjoyed a cappuccino, a cheese danish (which she devoured!), and a strawberry walnut crepe with farmers cheese. The servers were very attentive as we sat and enjoyed our meals. This place is amazing and reminds me of being Europe. We will definitely be back, and I can't wait! Thank you Cafe Dolce! read more

Cafe Dolce - Strawberry walnut crepe with farmers cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

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Amazing look on the outside and inside of the restaurant. The owner is super nice and friendly. you should definitely try their nutella crepe or the grilled chicken salad so so so good. read more

Let it be known that Google has the wrong hours for this café during COVID. They closed at 14:00 today, not 17:00! We are not from the area but were nearby and stopped in for coffee on our drive home. They were in the middle of their close but the door was open. We would have left but they were kind enough to pour us two cups of cold brew and let us use the rest room. Thanks for everything! Stay respectful, and wear your masks! Protect these people who are working to serve you read more

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! This is now a weekend tradition - they even know us, and they know the fact that my husband is ADDICTED to their coconut kiss cookies! They've expanded their menu to include eggs, breakfast sandwiches, and so much more! I think what says it all, though, is the fact that one afternoon I walked in to pick up a couple of said cookies, and I was really sick - no voice at all! The gentleman who is always there (I assume an owner - I think his name is Norbert?) had Lauren make me the BEST cup of chamomile tea with honey, and they gave it to me on the house! It was so good - and it did help - that I went back the next morning just for that! Talk about really caring for your customers... We are loyal for sure! read more

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With all due respect i want to bring to your attention that i ordered a crepe with no meat and i mentioned multiple times while placing the order "no meat" .... i hope the receipt also shows the same. Please respect the feelings of customers who refrain from bacon or steak. May be i have to visit because my wife likes Cafe Dolce but next time i will make sure to keep an eye on the person preparing the same. Cheers read more

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It's a solid spot. Serious baristas, this isn't a chain. The coffee was strong and smooth. I appreciate that they serve alternative almond milk. Macchiato, cappuccino, espresso, iced/cold etc. The pastries are the highlight for sure. A brother team offer traditional delicious tender Hungarian pastries as well as more familiar treats like cheese cake, tiramisu, and specialties like the raved about apricot cream donut. The thick poppyseed & phyllo pastry was exceptional. Tiny menu of crepes & salad/soup too. Industrial interior with communal tables, back ground music, wifi. Service can be brisk as this spot gets ultra busy. Strip mall parking. read more

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I love this place!! Their coffee is strong which I love. They have a variety of pastries and food items which all the ones I have tried are delicious. I have been here quite a few times and they remember my order which shows great customer service! It is always busy here but they handle it well. They setup a patio area because of COVID which is a great dining option. read more

One may drive on given this establishment's location. If you're in the mood for a good pastry and cup of coffee, this will be a nice surprise. Owners and employees are quite friendly and environment is relaxing enough to take a moment to have a conversation with someone or yourself while enjoying a beverage and snack. The plain croissant is better than most others in the county (Fairfield). Peach and apple parties are both great alongside a cup of coffee. I have yet to try their other food offering but have enjoyed their baked goods and coffee. Definitely a change in attitude and environment from national/regional chains and niche coffee shops that focus more on foam design than quality of their brew and food items. read more

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When you walk in, you see an adorable coffee shop. You're greeted by friendly & helpful employees. I had about a million questions and the girl at the front was able to answer all of them without getting annoyed at me LOL! There were so many options from the baked goods to the various croissants to the coffees to the sandwiches I was overwhelmed! I had no clue what I wanted. She was able to guide me & help me make a decision. I ended up getting an iced almond latte, an egg omelet with spinach, mushrooms, onions & cheddar on a fresh croissant. My boyfriend ordered a mocha macchiato, an egg omelet with spinach & onions, and we split the crepe she recommended, the strawberry & farmer's cheese. We didn't wait too long for our food to come out. The cafe had a good amount of people in it too! The coffees came out first & they were presented beautifully. My iced almond latte was almondy & sweet & had some foamed milk on top! Refreshing with a nice breakfast. A few minutes later, out came the croissant sandwiches & then the crepe followed. My croissant was STUFFED!!!! I ended up eating it with a fork & knife because it was too large to eat like a sandwich. My boyfriend was able to eat his with his hands. First thing I noticed was that the onions were caramelized which I wasn't expecting since onions usually aren't caramelized in omelets. But this was a great surprise to me because I love caramelized onions & it shows they took that extra step to make the omelet delicious. You can tell they put love in it. The croissant was crispy & buttery & soft & delicious. Overall, the sandwich was perfect. The crepe was soft & thin & everything you'd want a crepe to be! The strawberries were a compote & the cheese was like ricotta but sweet. The crepes had a slight lemon flavor which was also a pleasant surprise! The staff was friendly & all had smiles on their face. I can't wait to come back for more future breakfasts & become a Yelp regular (haha!) read more

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The black coffee is smooth, not bitter, fruity. Cheese pastry has nice note of lemon zest. My partner likes their mocha- it's sweet. read more

An amazing gem! Have lived in Norwalk for years & kept driving past this place. Finally gave in & checked it out. Everything was amazing. The paninis were delicious & so were the maple bacon doughnuts. I'm upset I didn't try it sooner. Will definitely be back. read more

My mouth was watering from the minute we walked in. The pastries, the smell of the coffee is so delightful to your senses. Both of my girls had the Nutella and banana crepes which were light with a generous amount of both the Nutella and banana. I had the avocado toast with egg, the portion size was very generous as well as being delicious. We bought a few slices of cake and a pastry for after dinner, which I am excited to try. I can't wait to go back!! read more

Great little breakfast/lunch place. Very good coffe selections, food is good. Crepes and bakery items are both recommended. read more

This review is for our last visit on Feb 14, 2021. The owner was very rude when I asked for what topping I could have for my crepe. He also yelled at us to wait outside. This is not acceptable, will NOT return. read more

I'm not going to lie. When I pulled into the parking lot, I didn't think that this would be a place I would find interesting. There weren't any people my age in there so like I said, hesitant. But once I walked in, I was very impressed. The decor was very relaxing. The workers were very pleasant & nice. I ordered an Almond Milk Mocha Latte which was very delicious and aesthetically pleasing in the cup it was in. For dessert, I ordered the German Chocolate Cake as recommended by the one of the workers. I would have & will most likely get there "Most Famous Dessert" that the worker said he didn't like because he wasn't a fan of butter cream next time. Thought that I would mention that when one of the workers brought my cake over, the plastic was still one the cake. Not a big deal but as he placed the cake down, he sneezed in the direction of the cake. I was a bit disgusted and can only hope that when he brought the cake to the back to remove the plastic that he exchanged cakes as well. Besides that, pretty cool spot. Each thing I tried was delicious. I would definitely be back again. read more

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Love the people that work/own this place. The food is great. My latte is excellent every time. The barista listens to me and make my drink hot, I can't drink anything less than 170 degrees and he gets it there without the I can't and he does this without the foam, I don't pay for foam kudos to people who like to drink foam, I'm not sure what one get out of foam. I can't stress how much I love this place read more

The staff are friendly, the food is good, coffee is excellent - what's not to like? If you need a lunch or coffee break when driving roh Ute 7, route 15 or 95 between NYC and Boston - this is the spot. Stumbled upon this gem looking for a coffee spot before we hit nyc for a meeting. It might not look like much on a quick drive by but worth a stop. Liked it so much we came back again 48 hours later on the trek back. Had three cappuccinos, a passion fruit tea, one cheese roll, a jam pastry and an almond croissant in total! read more

This is my favorite cafe in the area. The people are friendly, the coffee is good, and the pastries and cakes are delicious! My favorite go-to cake is the white chocolate raspberry, but I often try their newer desserts and they're all great. The crepes, pasta specials, and paninis are also very tasty although they can take a little while due to the small kitchen. The biggest downsides of Cafe Dolce include the limited hours (open until 2-3pm) and their very limited social media presence. read more

Cafe Dolce is a perfect little escape to a European bakery right in Norwalk. They have done a really nice job creating an outdoor seating area in the parking lot in front of the cafe. It feels quite safe and is as delicious as always. Their lattes and all espresso drinks are great. Their crepes and salads are all delicious. My children LOVE their breakfast crepes. Don't leave without trying one of their pastries. read more

Very unassuming cafe in small strip. My favorites are the strudels, the chorizo panini, and the elderflower lemonade but everything here is tasty. The staff is happy to help you make a selection. The only drawback to this place is that it is a bit pricey but I'm happy to pay a little extra for great quality, delicious food served with smile. read more

Cafe Dolce - BEC w/ chives on a Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

Delicious coffee and out of this world baked goods! This is now on my list of favorites in Norwalk.

Only been there 3x. Everything is overpriced for quality of food, pastries and coffee. Best thing is the outside seating. Dunkin a few doors down offer same quality pastries at half the cost. Staff can be rude too. read more

Seating inside and outside both very cute and cozy. Food and coffees were great. Highly recommend

I had the omelette which I felt was only mediocre . It was flat and on the bland side - no bread with it. It needed a lot of black pepper to give it some flavor. I found the staff to be very rude and lacking basic social and customer service skills. It was my first time there -- and definitely my last time. Not a good experience at all ! read more

This place was amazing! We stopped here on our road trip not expecting much for coffee or food, but we figured anything had to be better than Dunkin Donuts. So glad we stopped! Incredible breakfast croissants, delicious strawberry crepes, the coffee was delightful, and the service was immaculate! Specifically, we ordered cappuccinos and a coffee for the road, and they all were excellent. I particularly recommend a breve cappuccino. Along with that, the bathrooms were clean, and there was a nice outdoor seating, but the indoor atmosphere was very welcoming so we sat indoors. I highly recommend this place if you are in the area. read more

This gem was found completely by accident. We are driving across country, and my four yr old daughter wanted "The M", as she affectionately calls it. I didn't want to stop but as she is collecting all the Princesses what is a dad to do, but get her happy meal and pray there is a good coffee shop. I spotted Cafe Dolce across the street. Best run to coffee ever. We ordered a hot coffee, iced caramel coffee and the prosciutto crepe. Holy Moly so delicious. I was rewarded. The coffee was great and if you are a connoisseur you know bad coffee does exist. No worries here. The crepe is made fresh in front of you with fresh ingredients and is so fluffy. I can't rave enough about this place. The only disappointment is I don't live in the state to come again. Highly recommend !!! read more

I would leave zero stars if that were an option. Customer service doesn't seem to be of value at this restaurant. The 50 something year old man that took our order clearly lacked refinement. He looked annoyed when we asked about the pastries and rushed my sister as she was entering her pin to access her Samsung pay. Very rude and extremely rough around the edges. A little more etiquette and refinement would serve your business in the long run. Will not be returning. read more

I love coming here, the owners are usually here and the staff is very friendly. The pastries are amazing and look so fresh and delicious - I wish I could eat them all! They are decorated just perfectly and pretty to look at. The cakes are delightful, creamy and just sweet enough. I had lunch with a co worker the other day and tried the freshly made pasta with sun dried tomato cream sauce with mushrooms. It was divine, I ate it all! I enjoyed the pasta with a passion fruit lemonade and can say that it is better than Snapple any day. They should bottle it. The bakery is comfortable with a few private tables and others that you just pull up a stool and get to know your neighbor. I recommend you try this place - its on Main Street in Norwalk sort of across the street from McDonalds & Stop & Shop just south of the Merritt. read more

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