#28 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more Not the most vibey place to study and do work, but they do have a lot of seating, lots of food options, and delicious drinks! I came in on Tuesday afternoon and there were quite a few people. The barista was so so nice and advocated for me when a lady tried to cut me in line. Very kind of him! They offer student discounts for drinks which is also lovely. I got the moonrise latte (combo of dark chocolate and white chocolate mocha) and it was delicious! Very strong, not too sweet, and a great balance. If I was in the area again, I would drop by for a drink to go.

We were in the area and stopped in for coffee. I am thrilled we did! The Saturday morning staff was…read morefriendly, helpful, and offered suggestions and options. In a day of DD and Starbucks where the employees are bothered if you have a question this was a welcome surprise. I noticed nods to American pride and respect which I greatly appreciated and respect. The quality of the coffee and workmanship of our lattes was top notch (and resulted in me ordering a berry smoothie and iced Wiccan tea-bliss!!). All in all I'm happy and will be back next time in the area. Awesome

Great food. Great atmosphere! Nice addition to downtown!…read more Cant wait to go again. Thank you for all your hard work

Service and food is excellent ! Beautiful place!…read moreCoffee is great and different flavors

Great meal, with a fantastic staff who truly cares about your visit and your day! Feels like a home…read moremade meal in the best way possible! Will be back!

Great service and delicious quick food! Was really happy that they have gluten free so I had a…read morefabulous turkey club. Will be back!

I came here for lunch and had a fabulous omelette it was called the Parisian. My friend had the…read moreavocado toast with tomato and micro greens. I love the decor as well staff was friendly our girl I think was new . . Definitely recommend it for a place to do work or meet friends for lunch or breakfast. I wish they had a few more sandwich options. But it was very good . Indoor and outdoor seating Enjoy

This place is beautiful Wonderful menu of French café dishes and a fun selection of lattes and…read moreother drinks. I ordered the Cherry Blossom latte and a Parisenne omelette. The potatoes and omelette were perfectly seasoned and fresh tasting! Really upscale atmosphere with the flowers and art everywhere. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. I am really looking forward to a return visit to try more things like the crepes!

Parking: average size shared lot with other vendors plus street parking too…read more Decor: personally I loved it, I would say a cross between vintage industrial with calming accents throughout...they even have a cute little outdoor area but I'm an AC guy Staff: very friendly and attentive, even the owner came out for a quick chat. Ask for Nola or Hailey! Food: I just got a crepe to go and it was DELICIOUS!! They had a nice selection of teas too! If you're looking for a snack, drink or place to do some work and are in the area, check them out!

Stopped by Belle Vie Café on a beautiful Saturday morning and sat outside, which made for the…read moreperfect, relaxing breakfast. I ordered the French toast with blueberries, and it did not disappoint. It was perfectly cooked, fluffy on the inside with just the right amount of crisp on the edges. The blueberry topping was delicious, and the maple syrup tied everything together. I also had a sugar-free caramel latte, and it was so good. It's hard to find a sugar-free latte that actually tastes like caramel, but they nailed it. Overall, I'd definitely come back. Great food, great coffee, and such a cute spot to enjoy a slow Saturday morning.

It has taken me way too long to write this review, but I only recently started reviewing some of…read morethe places I've loved over the years, and The Eatery absolutely deserves one. When I lived in Wallingford for about three years, The Eatery became one of my places. I would stop in for breakfast before work, or someone from my team would make the breakfast run. At least once a month, we had to have an Eatery morning. We ordered lunch from here too, so over time this little place became part of our routine. When I eventually left Wallingford, my team actually bought me my last breakfast sandwich from The Eatery before I left. It sounds like such a small thing, but it was honestly bittersweet because they knew how much I loved this place. And years later? It's still just as good. One of the biggest reasons The Eatery has always stood out to me is the customer service. Everyone I've encountered has been sweet, polite and welcoming, but I especially have to mention Sam. Over the years, she became one of those people who made you feel like more than just another customer. She genuinely got to know her regulars. There were times I'd place my order online and it felt like she already knew I was coming. I'd walk through the door and she'd have everything ready. She has always been incredibly kind, caring and attentive, not only with me, but with the customers around her as well. That kind of customer service is something you remember. My son has been eating their food since he was around one year old, and he STILL loves it. Now whenever we're back in Connecticut for his appointments, my mom will ask, "Can we please stop at The Eatery?". Sometimes we're able to make it and sometimes we're not, but this past Friday we finally did. I ordered my favorite kind of breakfast: a bacon, egg & cheese on a pretzel roll. SO GOOD. The pretzel roll with the warm egg, bacon and melted cheese is such a perfect combination. My mom ordered her bacon, egg & cheese on ciabatta, and my son had one as well. Although apparently his wasn't enough, because he ended up stealing mine. Apparently Mom's food always tastes better. I also tried what I believe was their watermelon mint refresher/tea, which was refreshing and perfect with breakfast, while my mom had a caramel coffee that she absolutely loved. And please don't think they're only a breakfast spot. Their lunch is just as good. I used to order their salads all the time during work, and they were always incredibly fresh. In fact, my coworkers were notorious for wanting some of my salad because they knew where it came from. Everything always tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared rather than like something that had been sitting around. Another thing I love is seeing how much this place has grown. I remember what it was like when I first discovered it, and coming back years later and seeing what they've created is wonderful. They've added so much personality while somehow keeping the same warm feeling and the same wonderful people. The atmosphere is adorable. It's bright, clean, modern and welcoming, with tons of beautiful greenery, hanging plants, warm wood tones, woven light fixtures and fun pops of color. The big "Hello Wallingford!" mural is such a cute touch. There are little details everywhere, but it doesn't feel overdone, it has that relaxed neighborhood café feeling where you can grab your food and go or just enjoy being there. I also love how they change things up for the seasons and different occasions. They always seem to have something fun going on, especially around fall and the holidays, and I believe they offer catering as well. Funny enough, before I discovered The Eatery, I had driven past it so many times without realizing what I was missing. Once I finally stopped in, it became somewhere I went for years. If you live in Wallingford, you need to try this place. And honestly, even if you're coming from North Haven, New Haven or elsewhere in the area, make the drive. It's worth it. I may not live in Connecticut anymore, but whenever we're back in the area, The Eatery is still one of those places my family wants to stop. The food is delicious, the ingredients taste fresh, the atmosphere is beautiful, and most importantly the people have remained just as kind and welcoming as I remember them. Some restaurants are simply places you eat. The Eatery became part of my memories of living in Wallingford, and that's probably the best compliment I can give them. Keep telling them they need a second location in another state! Everyone deserves to try how amazing they are

I work nearby and let me tell you this is my go-to spot!! I have eaten so many breakfast sandwiches…read morefrom here and highly recommend!! It's definitely a little pricey but they always do it right and the staff is always very nice.

The Biscoff french toast was amazing!!! Caramelized Banana, ice cream, and strawberries with it…read more You can tell that it is prepared so delicately with so much attention to flavor and texture combinations. The atmosphere and ambiance was also very pleasant with such nice owners. Free WiFi for people who need to work and study. Little games like connect four are also available for guests.

We loved it so much that we went back the next day! The owner greeted us and acknowledged that we…read morewere back. He was so excited as were we. This place has it all. Great atmosphere and ambiance. Great service and food. The owner gave us complimentary watermelon slices both days that we were there. The place is clean and very inviting. If we lived in this area, we would be frequent guests.

This cafe is a lot larger and more beautifully decorated than I expected. It felt like I was…read moretransported and def not in New Haven. I like that you get assigned a table but that you order at the counter and then they bring you your food / clean up your table when you leave. The folks working here were so nice, and the food and drinks we ordered were delicious. I really enjoyed my chai latte, and I also really liked my waffle. I would def recommend this place for brunch!

Had a few hours to spend in New Haven - so glad I spent them at Pistachio Cafe 2!…read more The decor was excellent, with several areas for larger group seating or 2-4 person tables. The staff was very kind and helpful as this was my first visit. You order at the bar and they bring the food right to your table. The waffles themselves were whole wheat and very filling. The cardamom latte was strong, I would opt for cardamom chai next time. It was fun to try something new. I wish I had bought a few pastries to take home, their display case is very tempting. Excellent for families/date night/solo time.

Absolutely the best for ambiance, healthy food, limited vegetarian choices. Soups are needed for…read morethose of us not liking the mess of a side salads. Many entrees are already served on a bed of lettuce and slice of bread. Note: Kitchen CLOSES for orders of meals at 3:00 pm on weekdays. Very vintage with great entree presentation. I love the quiet areas with single seating if you prefer coffee only while working or reading. This cafe has a boho and a one of a kind vintage feel. Nice crowd with people of all ages and a friendly staff. Very unique bakery desserts but Priced equal to most specialty coffees. Self seating with payment and order in advance on an I pad. Choose your own table and food is served to you! A large menu to choose from. Seafood entrees would be nice for vegetarians. Even a tuna or shrimp plate with soup and salad. One REQUEST.... PLEASE serve HOT specialty coffees in different cups or add a cover to keep them HOT. My pistachio goes cold well before I finish my meal so I skip dessert for that reason. Perhaps offer a refill. Ice is needed near water dispenser. Truly a diamond in the rough! I highly recommend pistachio coffee, cafe, and everything within it.

My son and I stopped in here over the Christmas break while we were in New Haven…read more It was cold and the ride from New Jersey was long enough that we wanted to grab a coffee and pastry. Wonderful selection of baklava and similar pastries. We ordered a coffee and I had a specialty coffee and we ordered 3 of the various pastries. It was more than $30. I did not ask the price on the pastries prior to ordering- so that's on me. This has the feel of a local stop and regulars so if you're in the area it's worth checking out.

Asking ourselves why we hadn't been to Haven Beer Company in Hamden sooner! I never realized how…read morebig the space/grounds were, and I'm obsessed with the rooftop. If I were a student at Quinnipiac, this would be my spot! The beer is exclusively brewed and sold on premises, so it was our first time trying it, and we really enjoyed it. Their food menu is huge, and while there's a lot of choices, we have to say they do everything well! Some elevated and international choices too that we weren't expecting, but everything we tried was fantastic, including dessert. That sampler platter is the way to go, and honestly Colten and I could've made a meal out of just that! We will absolutely be back!

I was excited to order the Belgium waffle with house made peach compote and fresh whipped cream…read more The presentation was nice and I was ready to dig in. This is where my food fell short. The peach compote was refrigerator cold but tasty, and my waffle was room temperature. The whipped cream was perfect. I figured out that the waffle was commercially made, not in-house but it should have been served hot. I was shocked that my peaches were cold. I asked if they could be microwaved but they didn't have one. I asked the waitress to pass along my suggestion and took my food to go. Once heated at home, it went down well. The syrup wasn't warm either. Good dish but not missing the correct temperature