I was driving from Hartford County to Mystic and Yelp-searched for a highly rated coffee shop near…read moremy route. Brewed Awakening stood out as having a good rating and being close to my route. Brewed Awakening does not present as a craft coffee shop focused on bean origins and things like that. It's a small, old school coffee shop, with limited inside place to sit and stand. The space is not fancy. It's more functional. But I'll tell you something . . . almost every usable inch of that space was occupied by people who seemed like long time regulars. Maybe like 5 to 6 people, but people who were happy to be there. The coffee was reasonably priced. The food, included hot dogs, donuts, breakfast sandwiches, classic sandwiches. Also reasonably priced by modern standards. There seems to be a New York connection to the shop because they use Nathan's Hot Dogs and the donuts on the counter came from New York. The woman who I assume was an owner was the only person working. She was very nice and helpful. I suspect she's a reason why they have a loyal customer base. I thought about ordering a hot dog at 8 a.m., but I had food plans in Mystic. I just ordered a Black Iced Coffee. The ice cubes were that thin round tube style with holes on the top and bottom, that you used to see a lot in restaurant fountain soda. The iced coffee itself was about average. If I just wanted a high end black iced coffee, I probably wouldn't return. I would definitely return to check out their reasonably priced food in warmer months when you can sit outside. In any event, if you're looking for a place with a lot of character, Brewed Awakening would be a good choice. It's close to the Route 9 Exit that you take on your way to the Clinton Outlets. 3.5 Stars

Cute little cafe! The breakfast options were a bit limited, but the bacon egg and cheese sandwiches…read morewe ordered were great. Made fresh, generous portion, and very tasty. The staff there were very nice and worked hard to get our order to us quickly! There was maybe one table inside, but it was tight. There are several tables on the outside patio, so it's a great spot to sit on a nice day. There are a couple more full service breakfast spots in the area, but Brewed Awakening is a great option when you just want to grab a coffee or a quick bite!

Best Dunkin around cofee always great and the staff is pleasant and friendly. Easy to get in and…read moreout of and conveniently located

Underpaid, overworked teenagers that can't even get something as simple as requesting no milk…read morecorrect. It otherwise looks, smells, and tastes like a typical Dunkin Donuts.

Always good food and coffee from here. The sandwiches are the best. Service is always friendly !!!!!read more

This place is fabulous Sue Bobby and the others are awesome. Food is amazing and there is nothing…read moreyou cannot find in this store!!! I mean nothing. Every day there is something new and delicious. We're working in north Madison so it's been a must stop I will be super disappointed when this job ends.

Best coffee anywhere! Breakfasts are masterful with many local ingredients. Usually three daily…read morespecials. Also a fine assortment of home baked goods if you are looking for a sweet treat. Owners are good people. Vibe is casual and relaxed. High quality food, relaxed atmosphere, good conversation. Even if you are looking for more of a Dunkin experience, there is a window to grab and go but it will take a bit longer. The cafe also features artwork and crafts from local artisans to add to its charm.

Such an adorable bohemian breakfast spot with incredible scones and the best off-the-menu special…read morepancakes that you have to request to get. Got them with cranberries and walnut one time and bananas fosters the next time and both were delicious. Their mochas and coffees are also so comforting, given in tall mugs. Check out the upstairs after breakfast, where you can relax on little chairs and couches and read. 5 stars!!!

GREAT spot!!! Right off the highway easy in and out. Super…read moresweet employees, amazing food and ice cream, super clean and a nice shady patio with tables and chairs. Highly recommend!!

My spouse and I heard about this place from a frequent customer. We dedicated to try it. Big…read moremistake. The onion rings were the frozen store bought kind and the burgers were greasy. We couldn't eat it so we threw it in the garbage and left.

Great friendly service! Everything was delicious! Highly recommend the stuffed French toast! And…read morethe pancakes were bigger than the plates with yummy crispy edges! Pet friendly outdoor seating puts it over the top for a cozy outdoor brunch!

This was our first time here. The place is cute and has ample parking. My friend ordered the…read moreCalifornia Eggs Benedict. I had the Cajun Andouille Sausage Breakfast. I also ordered the Raspberry Stuffed French Toast (half). Delicious! I really enjoyed the Cajun meal. We are definitely looking forward to going there again and trying different dishes. The staff were super friendly and we had good conversation with them. The inside of the place was cute.

This was a nice stop for lunch. The food was great, as was the service. They had tables outside,…read moreand since we had our dogs with us, we took advantage of this. The waitress even made a point of bringing our dogs a bowl of water! Will definitely stop here again!

This food is made with love. It's fresh n colorful, also balance with nutrition. Excellent service…read morewith a high standard of cleanliness!

The last time we visited the Gelston House (probably 2 years ago), we decided we were never going…read moreto return again - it was the 3rd time the food and service severely disappointed us. We have now learned never to say never! We were given a gift certificate to the Gelston House, as we are subscribers to the Goodspeed Opera House. Made a reservation for Saturday, May 23 at 5:30pm to be sure to get to the show on time. We were seated immediately and our server, Sarah, was great! Very attentive to all of our needs. We started with the lamb lollipops, served with Mango Salsa and mint jelly. Delicious! I had the baked seafood trio - Scallops, Shrimp, and Sole stuffed with lobster. This was served with fingerling potatoes and green bean/carrots. Everything was perfectly cooked and was excellent. My partner had the lamb loin chops - there were 4 meaty chops cooked just the way he likes. This was also served with the potatoes and green beans. He loved this dish! For dessert we split the Limoncello cake - very light and yummy! We were finished by 7:05pm, enough time to walk over to the theater and be comfortably seated before the show started. I highly recommend the Gelston House!

We ordered the mussels and they were ok, nothing special. Tasted like the frozen kind you get from…read morethe grocery store. We followed that with the lobster ravioli which was so nasty I couldn't eat more than one bite. It had a very fishy smell. The server came over and asked if we wanted dessert, which honestly surprised me that she didn't say anything about how I hadn't eaten hardly any of my entree. We declined and left. It's a cute building, and this was the off season, so maybe it was just an off night. Based on my experience, there are better places to eat in the area.

I was SO pleasantly surprised by my experience here! A must-try!…read more This place is ran so efficiently but I didn't feel as though we were rushed in any means. It is so home and cozy, seriously the ideal breakfast spot. The staff was super friendly and helpful with questions/allergy concerns. If the weather permits, I'd recommend snagging an outside table. I ordered the Eggs Benedict Florentine with a GF english muffin and was blown away. I can be super picky about my benedicts and was not expecting much at all. The eggs were cooked to perfection, the hollandaise was rich and tangy, and both the spinach and tomatoes were super fresh. Dipping their potatoes in the yolk/hollandaise reminisce was delish. I really made the dishwashers job easier that day, haha. Obviously one needs to get french toast or pancakes for the table. I totally get the hype around this french toast. So thick without being dry, even if you don't go the cinnamon route. Do be warned it's a lot more feeling than you might anticipate, I'd say one person won't need more than 2 slices! Added bonus: really well mixed chocolate milk.

We have been Jack's regulars for ~ 3 years. The place is always packed and the breakfast options…read moreare always good. The staff treats you like family. They are planning on opening another venue down in Tylerville in a couple of months. They indicated that the menu will have different options than the current restaurant. We can't wait!

It's a carb loading kinda day!!…read more In a good way, tho! Off the bat, they were giving out samples of the gingerbread rolls, and it was heaven! I love that the owners grind their own gingerbread spices, and you get that nice warmth of fresh ginger in every bite. It was a little dense, but made up in flavor 110%! The icing was not too sweet, and actually let the spices shine! When I'm too lazy to bake my own sourdough, this is my go to spot. They also make TRUE pumpernickel!! IYKYK!

Wow what amazing bread! It was pillowy soft and tasted sooooo good. I got sourdough chocolate chip…read morecookies as well and they were outrageously delicious. I can't wait to try the whole wheat sourdough next!