Early Bird Cafe

I love this place. Gave it a solid review a couple years ago. Just want to say I'm still impressed…read moreafter stopping in the other morning. Great, friendly staff that kept the coffee coming. Eggs, bacon and potatoes were just the way I like them.

This place has some of the nicest workers! They are sweet and work together to deliver. I ordered…read morethe Mexican omelette and it just had too many jalapeños. I like them but just a bit too much. The toast was fine also. My husband really enjoyed his pancakes. I would give it another star except that the coffee is too weak in y opinion so I did not enjoy that.

Crispy Home Fries $0 Included with omelet

Farmers Omelet $14.50 Bacon, scallions, peppers, mushrooms & spinach

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My tasty breakfast of eggs over-easy!

Dimitri's Diner

3.2(88 reviews)

0.5 mi

I had the chicken Parm wedge and it was very good…read more Jzjfxjgxoydogckhxoyciyxgxigcuyuhhyfox Sorry the review required more letters.

Well, buckle up, here it is, real talk. Went to Dimitris for…read morebreakfast, the place was empty, but for some reason, the waitress was very impatient, very unfriendly and was attempting to rush us. My elderly friend place an order for a coffee and the waitress was very snippy and started speaking spanish to the other people that worked there, they all started to laugh, unfortunately for them, this white lady, (ME) speaks fluent spanish. That young waitress was ridiculing us, in spanish because she thought we couldn't understand her. I never let on that I understood them and I certainly didn't tell my elderly friend what transpired. Needless to say, I will never be returning and I certainly will not be recommending this Diner to anyone.

Cappuccino with panda

Cappuccino with different pictures on it

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Rye Toast $0 Included with omelette

Bailey's Backyard

4.1(378 reviews)

0.6 mi

Locally sourced ingredients

Gluten-free friendly

Can't believe I haven't been here...this is a great place in Ridgefield. Sat outside on a summer…read morenight and it was great. Service was very good and the vibe overall was laid back and enjoyable. Cocktails were very good (loved my old fashioned). We had a bunch of appetizers and everything was pretty good. Loved the grilled seafood appetizer that had an amazing sauce with it. The pea and strawberry salad was good but was overdressed, so it was a little soggy but the flavors were good. My main dish was the short rib tater tot appetizer which was not what I expected (it was four big tots with the short ribs mixed in) but it was still good. We all split a blueberry buckle for dessert and that was amazing. Will definitely go back!

Really liked the atmosphere of this restaurant. The dining area was comfortable and well…read moremaintained, and the overall setting felt welcoming. The menu had plenty of choices, and the food was satisfying and presented well. Service was courteous and the meal progressed at a comfortable pace. I appreciated that the experience felt relaxed from beginning to end. It is the kind of restaurant where the food and surroundings work together without anything feeling excessive. Overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience and a nice place for a casual meal.

Black Bass

Braised Pork Shank

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Fish Tacos

Holiday Diner

4.4(171 reviews)

7.8 mi

The ambiance was nice, and the food & service were amazing!…read more My wife and I were nearby in Danbury and needed a place for breakfast. Did a quick search on Yelp and found this gem. My typical diner breakfast is two eggs with corned beef hash, and the New Holiday Diner did not disappoint me. The hash is freshly made, not the store bought can of hash. The meal was accompanied by delicious shredded potatoes hash browns and sourdough toast. As if the food and ambiance wasn't enough, our waitress, Pina, was very capable and had a great sense of humor. It's for these reasons that I give this diner a 5-star rating!!

Went for breakfast on Sunday. Extremely busy. We were lucky to find parking right in front…read more Warmly greeted and seated within minutes. Waitress brought our coffees right away. Potatoes had flavor! Most times, I find the potatoes to be bland. This was lightly seasoned. They must have a new chef. Got 4 strips of bacon too. Hubby got the eggs with hash. He was happy. I got eggs with the potatoes. Bread slices were sour dough. Yummy. A little pricey ($43 w/o tip). But they kept the coffee filled and stopped by quite a bit to find out if anything else was needed. Will definitely return. Recommend this diner for a great breakfast. Great for families.

HOMEMADE MOZZ STICKS- excellent

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Renovation extraordinaire.

Bob's Diner

4.3(125 reviews)

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When I walked in I felt like I stepped back into time. It was like walking into an old train car…read more They had the guy cooking right behind the long counter. Immediately I went on the Yelp app to see the reviews and mostly all of them were positive except quite a few people complained about how long they waited for their food. Well, they were legitimate complaints. Me and my wife waited roughly 45 - 50 minutes for 2 egg platters. The part that upset me was the people that walked in after us and sat at the counter were served before us. Basically the cook (owner) served his normal customers first. If it wasn't for the long wait time I would've easily scored Bob's 5 stars but 45 - 50 minutes for eggs will deter me from going back.

This place is so legit and I'd love to come back! Where to start? It looks like a tiny wooden…read moreshack from outside. e got there around 9 am on a Sunday and there was lots of seating available. The view as you can see from the photo is lovely, and you can see the commuter rail when it occasionally comes through. There is also a police station next door so you get a Birds Eye view when officers are getting off shift. Pancakes here are so good. I'd say 98% of breakfast places have pancakes that disappoint but not these. Since I wasn't sure, I let the kids order them instead since they will eat anything as long as there is maple syrup on it. We ordered them a short stack of blueberry pancakes to share and added on real maple syrup. They were golden and not too thick or heavy. They had to pay the "mom tax" of sharing some with me. My husband ordered eggs, home fries and bacon and the bacon was also perfectly done- something else that we don't often find. This place is charming, there was what sounded like some 80s post-punk playing softly, our server was charming (French accented too perhaps?) and we hope to be back some day!

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Bobs Diner

Country Kitchen & Cafe

4.2(195 reviews)

10.0 mi

This place is constantly making the best foods. The food is stupendous, delicious, flavorful, fun,…read moreprofessionally made, wonderfully crafted with fresh fresh fresh ingredients. They even pop into the grocery store next door to them frequently to buy fresh ingredients as they prepare food, nothing frozen or sub-quality. Almost unheard of in the dining experience today. The chef who prepares the food is always making the most mouth watering, addicting meals and appetizers. The food looks equally delicious. It smells amazing. All made to order and the portions are generous. They are so friendly. We have literally never had a bad experience with them in over 4 years. Even if a mistake was made on an order, they have always been courteous and apologetic, they immediately remedy the problem in which everyone is happy. I just love the owners...I think Brewster is very lucky to have them in their town. We have several favorites on their menu but honesty, we haven't found a dud yet. Their hollandaise sauce is scrumptious and addictive!! I could eat it on an apple. The salads are fresh and creative. The specials are always a treat. For the prices, which seem a little high....i don't think they are. They provide fresh food, prepared by a legit professional who has common sense and a great knowledge of flavors and flavor combos. They give generous potions and you never feel like you were ripped off when devouring their creations. I would eat here daily if we could. I love supporting small local business and I love supporting good people just as much. They are the best. I'm getting hungry thinking about the waffles, chili and hollandaise sauce.

would have been to say, "I am a bit short-handed this morning, but please sit anywhere you want and…read moreI'll be with you shortly." Tip number 2) Water should be brought to the table as soon as possible, especially if a coughing customer requests it. Don't snap at the customer because she made a simple request. Prices have gone up and customer service has gone down, so we will like pass on this place from now on.

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Mexican Skillet

Barn Door Restaurant

4.2(341 reviews)

3.2 mi

•$$$

What's the deal with the prison-cafeteria -quality bacon on their signature burger? Really dragged…read moredown an otherwise good burger. C'mon guys, focus!

My friend and I decided to grab a casual bite Friday evening after attending a local event. I have…read moreenjoyed many wonderful meals in the main dining room previously, but this time we decided to have a seat at the bar for a more casual experience. The bar seats were comfortable and we could easily talk with one another and the service was excellent! We ordered a mocktail with Ginger beer and citrus juices that was refreshing. We each had the watermelon, arugula, feta cheese, sliced almonds topped with burrata cheese salad and I can't say enough about how delicious and fresh tasting it is!!! In addition, the presentation was just beautiful! We also shared an order of seared sesame tuna over greens that was also excellent and beautifully presented. The owner came by to check on us, as he always does every time I have dined here. Between the lovely decor, comfortable seating, warm and friendly service and consistently delicious food, you just can't go wrong here. Given all of this, the pricing is quite reasonable! If you haven't experienced The Barn Door, I highly suggest a visit.

Main dining room

Filet of sole

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Dining room

Orem's Diner

3.3(208 reviews)

8.4 mi

Outstanding waitress Barbara very organized, knowledgeable and professional. You are very lucky to…read morehave her. Barbara Genovese

Went for lunch with my wife and 2 high school grandchildren The service was excellent We had four…read moredifferent meals all were good starting with their variety of salads appetizers and sandwiches Prices were very reasonable recommended highly

Interior

Apple pie alamode

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Drinks (Pepsi chosen on the right)

Mothership on Main

4.4(356 reviews)

7.6 mi

Great spot for breakfast in Danbury. Order and pay at the counter and take a seat in the odds and…read moreends designed dinning room. It's funky, but it works!

Had a darn good experience here. It was one of the highest rated brunch places in the area so I had…read morepretty high expectations. Walking into the restaurant, you get hit right away with all these delicious homemade pastries. You almost just want to skip right to dessert. Even though it was very busy, we were seated pretty quick. The vibe and decor was very cool. Even had a Led Zeppelin poster on the wall. The best dishes we tried were the Red Hot Mama burrito. The short ribs were easily the star, but loved the pairing with sweet potato and Gouda. Even has its own sauce. Also try the cheese waffle (their take on Brazilian cheese bread). So unique. The French toast wasn't the favorite. The crust of the brioche was a little over done, but the inside was good, especially with the strawberries. The waffles were very good. Light and fluffy. I do have to say that I wished they offered a soda option. It isn't a deal breaker, but it is something I like. Definitely recommend giving them a try!

Delicious pastries

Lavender London Fog and muffin

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Iced Matcha with House made: Yucatán Syrup (cinnamon, anise, cardamom)

Hoodoo Brown BBQ

4.0(1.1k reviews)

2.2 mi

The Texas Poutine is an absolute banger! You will not regret the brisket gravy bits and cheese…read morecurds. It's like Texas and Canada had a baby and they all moved to CT. The wings are smoked to perfection and our table loved the garlic parmesan. Super savory and the sharp parm hits every time. I used about every napkin in sight and won't apologize for it. I could eat the brisket grilled cheese every day of the week. Buttered up and toasted to perfection. The chopped brisket and melted cheddar go together forever. The Holy Texas Trinity will feed a hungry family of four without a question. Smoked jalapeño cheese sausages will change your life. Created in house by CT's self proclaimed sausage king Tyler. The brisket is ridiculously flavorful and the slices are very generous. Ribs were cooked well and dip nice with the table sauces. Cornbread is so fat and tasty I would commit crimes for a whole tray. All washed down with a cold Two Roads Honey Spot.

I have only one thing to say: Beef Rib…read more Honest to the bbq gods, this is the only thing I think about getting when coming here. Every time I get it, without fail, the server informs me that it is a big portion. And I say YES. The beef rib is juicy, meaty, fall-off the bone tender, oily, and you just get hit with that wave of immediate satisfaction on first bite. That said, it is pricey so it's more of an experience than a casual dinner. The rest of the food is decent. Also like the corn bread.

Pork Belly

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Michael C.

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2

0

8 years ago

Efficient and friendly customer service, great tasting food with fresh ingredients, happy workers in a healthy environment and of course, consistency. These are just a few of the Early Bird's core values that create a great vibe when you eat here. This is a busy place with a lot of regulars (for good reason). The Early Bird has been in Ridgefield since 1991 and they're still going strong. This is a great place if you're alone and want to sit at the counter, meeting a friend, or want to treat the whole family, they've got you covered. read more

Marcella G.

19

2

0

7 years ago

This is probably my favorite diner in town! From the food to the service is nothing short than amazing. New specials served daily and they have the freshest coffee. My waitress Kelly has my coffee waiting as soon as I walk through the door. Very friendly environment, feels like I'm at home! read more

Shelly S.

1

48

0

14 years ago

I'm sorry, but I just didn't enjoy the food and I thought the ambience was dated and depressing. The staff seemed friendly enough and the prices were very good I thought, but all of that's not worth it if the food is marginal. read more

Alan B.

0

63

0

14 years ago

It's a diner type place. If you set your expectations a bit lower than a regular restaurant, I guess it's fine. I had some eggs and they were just ok. I think the place should fix up their decor a bit. read more

John T.

0

1

0

14 years ago

Excellent place to eat. The food tastes homemade and fresh, the staff is very friendly and helpful. Prices are what you would expect them to be. I'll definitely be coming here more often. read more

Linda R.

0

34

5

11 years ago

Foods ok - the staff talks to each other a lot while your food is waiting in the window to be brought to your table.

Thomas H.

2

29

3

8 years ago

Friendly staff, good food, large menu, service usually very fast. Bathrooms could use some work.

Ben C.

3

2

0

11 years ago

This place is not bad for taking dinners but not very good.Not Highly Recommend them to anyone.

Kimberly C.

29

4

1

6 years ago

Bug in my sandwich. Avoid this place like the plague.

Jason R.

0

59

0

16 years ago

Solid breakfast place.

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