Flat Pennie's kitchen I have been coming to for a long time, the environment and staff are always phenomenal and make it feel welcoming to eat. Let me just tell you the food is always so outstanding I could eat it for breakfast lunch and dinner read more

Tried again, way too pricy for what you get Been to way too many breakfast spots, so much so that I've run out of local spots to try. So decided to give another go to some places that need another try. The space inside is decorated well, it's very homey and plenty of tables. The server was very nice and had recommendations when asked. I opted for the raspberry beignets and the bananas foster French toast. Food came out quickly, and I took my pics and dug in. The raspberry beignets were pretty much donut holes covered in raspberry and vanilla sauce. The raspberry filling was there, but wasn't very pronounced. For 3 bucks a beignets, it's very expensive. But it was sweet enough and fried fresh. The observant will note that the French toast looks a lot like pancakes. They specify on the menu that you can choose either, but either I was never asked which I wanted or I failed to advocate for my preference. I decided to roll with it, since it could be a mistake from either end. Pancake batter was overworked, bananas were slightly warmed up but done so on the griddle. Picked up the onion funk from their home fries, leading to a rather unpleasant bite. Quality issues can be overlooked if the price is reasonable. For 28 dollars for two dishes, the price is way too high for what I got. As a local breakfast spot, there's not many around that area. If you need breakfast and are unwilling to drive another 5-10 minutes for other options, the food is okay and portions are reasonable. It's pricy, stick to the savory, and don't expect more than the basics. read more

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So very disappointed in the Biscuits and gravy. When I opened the to go container, there was maybe a Tablespoon of gravy for the biscuits making it soggy and inedible. The gravy should cover the biscuits so you're not able to see them. Next time use a ladle please! read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Biscuit with maybe a tablespoon of gravy. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

Gooooooood morning!! Especially at Flat Pennies Kitchen. Friendly table service, no pressure, kind and attentive. Coffee refills without asking! Breakfast order Irish omelette, OMG!!!! Omelette stuffed with corn beef hash, spinach, covered with a velvety hollandaise sauce dusted with paprika. Home fries perfectly cooked and seasoned. Wheat toast buttered and delicious. A small piece of fruit for a pallet cleanser, nice touch. Atmosphere was comfortable many tables, booths, and literal breakfast bar seating. Amazing breakfast, thank you! read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Irish Omelette! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

This friendly bustling owner run spot is a sleepy gem, at least to us. A Facebook post caught our attention and we weathered the pretty snow to check it out. Upon entering, it was filled to capacity but as always, timing is everything and we got seated immediately in a cozy nook by the front door without even a whisper of a breeze from outside. Holiday decor makes the space festive with happy chatter throughout. The owner stopped by to introduce themselves, just the right amount of interaction for those who are not social butterflies. Now the food, home cooked goodness on a plate for all three items we tried. Steak tip eggs Benedict was perfectly cook, runny luscious yolk, seasoned Hollandaise sauce blanketing both eggs and accompanied by the tastiest tater tots. Flecked with seasoning, crispy outside with a fluffy interior, these were the highlight of the meal. Second dish was the red velvet pancake stack, 2 generous but not overwhelming cakes, topped with whipped cream, powder sugar dusted and flagged with a ginger bread cookie. The plate was also loaded with scrambled eggs, chunky home fries, sausage and an adorable melon slice. As we were nursing our drinks (coffee for me and soda for my BF), the owner dropped off a luxurious, still warm cinnamon roll, dolloped with a cream cheese frosting and what I believe was caramel drizzle. Decadent does not due it justice. We each took a bite and threw in the white flag of surrender, taking it home to indulge on later with an ice cold milk or a black coffee. We will definitely be back! read more

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Came for lunch while on our way to Boston. Service was not very attentive or friendly. Meals were average, and priced well. Fries were good. One of our sandwiches was served in a croissant that was cooked on the outside to almost burnt and hard as a rock. read more

Always on the lookout for a good breakfast place, Flat Pennie's met that requirement. Located where another breakfast place had been (I can't recall the name), it is a welcome addition to the area. Service - outstanding. Food - so good. I had the Irish omelette - corned beef hash, spinach & hollandaise sauce. Came with hash browns which were good, but I like them a bit more spiced & toast. My husband had the western omelette which he said was very good. Coffee was good (not great) & strong which I do like. The restaurant is clean & inviting. So - we will be back read more

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The food was fast and fantastic! Our server and the staff were friendly and it's very close to 84. Would absolutely give it the highest rating possible. read more

I was looking for comfort food and I found it! I had the tuna melt and sweet potato fries. Delicious choice. This lunch spot is rail road themed and has lots of pictures along those lines. The server was welcoming and friendly, attentive to our needs even though we didn't need much but a few extra napkins. Flat Pennies also serves alcoholic beverages and has a cozy fire place. read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Dining area with tables and booths - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

Great spot. Food was excellent, service on point and worthy of another visit! I'll be back.

Found this Gem of a restaurant just 5 minutes off I-84 in Tolland Connecticut . The service was excellent and the food was great and reasonably priced. read more

Food is good people are great and the whole restaurant vibe is unbelievable. I would deff recommend anyone to go there it is a great restaurant. read more

Upon entering we were greeted with a smile! Seated quickly! Menu provided the Irish coffee with whipped cream is excellent! Breakfast served with a smile! read more

Yelp came through with another great breakfast recommendation while on our road trip! While traveling the 84 from Boston to NY, we ended up at Flat Pennies Kitchen. We had a breakfast appetizer of Bavarian Cream stuffed Churros.. DELICIOUS! We followed that up with JBs Biscuit and Gravy plate.. OMG.. Melt in your mouth goodness. Brittany was an excellent, quick and friendly server. Highly recommend stopping in if you're in the area! read more

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Found our new half way breakfast spot! The food was delicious, the service was top notch,and the whole vibe was enough to bring us back next time! read more

Stumbled upon this place on a road trip. We were HANGRY, googled "closest diner ASAP or else someone's gonna get hurt," and Flat Pennies came up. Boy are we glad it did! Awesome service; PACKED on a Saturday mid-day (we were lucky and got in before the line). Coffee was really good, as was our food. My friend had a short stack, sausage and poached eggs (I tried his pancakes and they were light and delicious); I had the eggs benedict. There wasn't a crumb left on either of our plates! Definitely plan to return now that we know about it and that it's not too far off the highway, but far enough off to be in a sweet li'l town. read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Doesn't look like it, but this is Eggs Benedict -- and it's yummy! More generous portion of ham than I usually get, and I really liked it. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

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Great homemade food! The service it's AWESOME! If you are passing through I84. This is a must stop for brunch!

Great atmosphere very friendly staff. Quick wait time and turn around. Delicious coffee. Raspberry beignets outstanding! Cross fit was light but filling. California eggs benny had nice crispy shredded hash browns topped with spinach tomato guacamole eggs and hollandaise. Delicious and filling. Service was exceptional! Will be back! read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Cross fit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

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My visit to Flat Pennies Kitchen was on Father's Day with a short 15 minute wait. Victoria was our server My guest ordered traditional french toast. I ordered the banana foster pancakes served with a side of caramel sauce We both enjoyed are meals and would revisit when back in the area There is outside seating in the back of the building Come pay this restaurant a visit, I think you will enjoy your meal read more

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Today was my 2nd visit to Flat Pennies. I live in South Carolina and was in CT visiting family. I called them after I left today to tell them they should give lessons on customer service and hiring practices! Just outstanding! Every person who works there is so friendly and polite. They truly practice southern hospitality in CT! Oh, and the food was fantastic too. I'm looking forward to my next visit. Thank you! read more

Went for breakfast this weekend and the food and service was wonderful. Delicious specials and our waitress was such a lovely person. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Came here for breakfast this morning on my way to NY and it was surprisingly delicious. I got an omelette and the home fries were super flavorful read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

Food is fresh and well prepared. Service is great with true care for customers. The restaurant is clean and constantly updated to the seasons and holidays. read more

Great selection of waffles French toast. I enjoyed a vegetable omelette with well done Home fries. They added a slice of watermelon for a nice presentation adds a touch. Great service. Stop here every year. I'm in Connecticut. read more

I've eaten here twice in the last two weeks. Both times the service has been prompt and friendly. I love the remodel with the addition of the outside deck. The space is very welcoming. First visit I tried their biscuits & gravy with scrambled eggs and sausage patty. It was delicious and served with all of the items I like when having biscuits & gravy so kudos for that alone! My next visit I tried the Presley (French toast layered with peanut butter & bananas with bacon) and a scrambled egg on the side. I liked that you could taste the peanut butter but it wasn't over whelming. The griddled bananas were also a nice touch. My companion on both trips had the breakfast wrap which they both enjoyed. It's nice to have a new breakfast option close to home. read more

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I ride my bicycle 20 miles one way just to eat here....then home again by Monson Mass. I would ride 50 miles each way to eat here, absolutely a wonderful breakfast experience..the Santa Fe grilled wrap is a must. The fruit parfait is made with the best fresh fruit.... read more

Decided to try Flat Pennies since we're Red Cabin fans. Food was normal breakfast food. Add in some skillets. And the special looked fantastic. We were great by warm and welcome staff. Loved the rail road theming since they're at the railroad tracks! We will definitely be back. read more

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Fresh food in decent prices in my opinion. Wait staff was fantastic and attentive to our needs ,would however recommend them turning on the pellet stove as it was a bit cold when we were dinning there. read more

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Once a location called Track Nine (Rte.74) then taken over by new owners called River & Rail. After 2 1/2 years of the pandemic an empty building stood only 50' from a active railroad tracks as well as the Willimantic River rustling nearby, a brand new breakfast and lunch restaurant was set to open on September 1st 2022 with owner Laura and her husband! I'm a regular. The coffee is super, the staff makes you feel very accommodating and they take credit card or cash. The inside of the restaurant was completely redone so for those people that have been to this location in the past will notice a big change when you first walk in! (Secret) I would recommend anything off the breakfast menu since I've tried many of their dishes And can say (without doubt) you will be happily pleased! I've only been there once for lunch and I was also pleased! Solo travelers are also welcome. They have an area on the inside that is semi separated from the rest of the restaurant. There are plenty of stools as well large LED flatscreen tv. Come on down and meet the locals! Have some fun in our quiet little town we call Willington! read more

Stop here if you are searching for a place to eat during your travels. Cutie off train station that now serves really good food. Wonderful staff. Great accidental pick by my husband during our roadtrip. read more

Stopped here for breakfast on the way between NY and Boston. Wasn't very far off 84. Found a cute little restaurant near the railroad tracks. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Coffee was good and refilled quickly. We ordered typical breakfast fare of eggs, sausage, toast, etc. Portions were large and it was prepared well. Would definitely go back again. read more

I hate to post a mediocre review because I really want this place to succeed. Maybe the best way I can help is by providing honest feedback. The service is great. The wait staff is quick and attentive. The ambiance inside is good, its been updated and is clean. The main facilities issue is that they aren't doing a good job managing cook smoke. You leave this place smelling like burnt toast. The reason I won't be returning for a while though, is because they use low quality ingredients. For example, if you order a roast beef wrap at lunch time, be prepared for the lowest quality pre-packaged roast beef you have ever had. You have to go out of your way to find ingredients this bad, even a grocery store won't have deli meat this cheap. Another example is the corned beef. I think it was around $6 on the menu, and comes straight from a can, barely stopping at the flat top to get warmed up before it lands on your plate. I could go on, but you get the idea. Use better ingredients, especially for your lunch menu. Good luck! read more

Late breakfast/brunch was excellent. Diverse yet unique menu options. Staff was attentive, engaging, and very friendly. Furnishing are modern, and comfortable showcasing a soft color pallet. It was our first visit, but it will not be our last. Many many items yet to be tasted. As a reference, while we do live nearby....we have traveled to 7 continents, 65 countries, and have enjoyed an abundance of cuisines. Dine at Flat Pennies Kitchen, we are happy to have discovered this wonderful restaurant. read more

Bright and cheerful it's a terrific spot for breakfast!! I really enjoyed the California Eggs Bennie. It's delicious! Homemade coffee cake and friendly service! Check it out!! read more

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Love this place. Feels like home cooking. Comfortable environment, great staff. The food is great, never have an upset belly after like most restaurants. Highly recommend. Family run restaurant with quality and service at their forefront. read more

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love the hometown vibe. staff is friendly - food is always prompt and tasty. we usually hit them up once a week sometimes more! read more

Great food, large portions, friendly staff. We stopped on a trip and ordered breakfasts. Highly recommend. read more

Service and vibe were on point. However I ordered separate off the menu, 2 eggs scrambled with a side of corned beef hash and a side of home fries. Eggs were good done perfectly to my liking homefries were very good (small portions) and the corned beef hash as said by another reviewer was out of a can so that was very disappointing. As well as it was probably no more than 3/4 of a cup. Not worth the $7 for that item alone. I will give them another shot and try something different as the service and atmosphere was very inviting. read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

A hidden gem! Stopped by for a late breakfast. Had the FPK homemade corned beef has with scrambled eggs. Phenomenal! Fresh and SO tasty. Service is friendly and fast. A real throwback. Old time local restaurant. Lots of space, but felt cozy. Highly recommend giving it a try. Just of I-84, but felt like the middle of the country. read more

Stopped in at 12:00 for breakfast. When I did Yelp search it said it offered breakfast till closing which is 2:00 p.m. it says breakfast and brunch served. They stop serving breakfast at 11:30. Waitresses were very nice. I wanted to have the pumpkin French toast . I took a look at the lunch menu and specials. The food sounded good. Food that I saw on other people's tables look good. I was just in the mood for breakfast I did leave a tip for my water. I'll try and get there before 11:30 next time for breakfast or when I'm hankering lunch stop by. read more

Flat Pennies Kitchen - 11/1/22 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Willington, Connecticut

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