Joys Restaurant

Hosted rehearsal dinner and welcome party for our son's wedding…read more Food , service and overall experience were outstanding! Carly and crew were so attentive and accommodating! Highly recommended!

Hanging out with a friend in Norwich and right next to her apartment, across the parking lot is…read moreThese Guys Brewing Co.! So we walked over there for lunch to check it out! Here's how it went! Atmosphere/Appearance: It was pretty quiet since it was a Sunday around 1:00pm so there weren't a lot of folks. Our guest was handicapped and in a wheelchair so they allowed us to sit in their sunken room which has access directly from the outside. There was a lot of natural light, light woods, exposed brick and an unfinished concrete floor which gave this place a real tavern and warming feel. Service: I can't remember who took care of us, but I don't recall having any issues whatsoever. Food: I started off with their wings of course! We got their South Asian Beer Sauce which was pretty decent, but reminiscent of a sweet Thai chili. However, the wings were thickly-breaded and I'm not the biggest fan of that. They were cool, but I wouldn't spin the block for them. As a side I got the steamed broccoli which actually was really good! They were al-dente and not too hard or soft with plenty of seasoning. My wife enjoyed a salmon dish with Brussels sprouts and asparagus while our friend had a grilled chicken Caesar salad. I don't remember hearing complaints from either of them. Value: My wings were $15.00 and they were of the jumbo variety, so I guess they were worth it. Side of broccoli was like $6.00 I believe, so it was a relatively inexpensive lunch. The Caesar salad with chicken was $21.00 and my wife's salmon with vegetables was $25.00. So this place isn't a cheap-eats kinda deal, but it's not terribly expensive either. In conclusion, I liked it here! It's chill, the food was decent and it was a nice place to hang out. Unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to check out any of their beers, but that'll be on the next go-round! Give this place a chance if you're in the area and thank you for reading!

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The Spa At Norwich Inn

3.3(247 reviews)

0.1 mi

•$$$

This is my favorite place to get pampered! I took my granddaughter to experience a day at the spa…read morefor her 14th birthday gift. She enjoyed it immensely. The spa has such a relaxed vibe. It's easy to fall asleep whether you are in the relaxation room or during a treatment. My granddaughter really wanted to get a massage but was a bit uncertain so we opted for the duet massage. We were in adjoining rooms with an accordion door that opened up so we could enjoy the massages together. The ladies did such a good job on us. We left feeling very relaxed. My granddaughter had a facial and her skin was absolutely glowing afterwards. She was happy to have had it done and kept talking about how soft her skin felt. We had lunch at Kensington's. We shared a delicious appetizer of Korean fried chicken. For lunch she ordered the steak frites and enjoyed every morsel. I had the caprese flatbread, which was delicious and light. Perfect for a day at the spa. We enjoyed the amenities they offer very much. There is a pool, hot tub and sauna to use throughout your visit. They offer complimentary snacks in the afternoon just outside of the spa entrance. She was so relaxed that she slept most of the 45 minute drive home. I'm so glad they allow 14 year olds there. My granddaughter wants to make this an annual event each year. She thought it was nice to walk around all day in a robe as well as enjoying everything the Spa has to offer. I'm hoping next year we can stay at the Inn. I've stayed there many times and love it.

My mom and I just got back from a wonderful weekend at the spa celebrating her birthday. We stayed…read moreone night at the Inn, enjoyed massages and the spa facilities, and ate at both Kensington's restaurant and the pub (in our white bathrobes mostly, ha!). We also did the afternoon tea, which was absolutely lovely and a good value. Our hotel room was clean, comfy, modern, and spacious. The spa facilities were also extremely clean and well kept, with the ladies locker room stocked with everything you could ever need. Every staff person we dealt with from the hotel to the restaurants to the spa was friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed the hot tub/sauna/steam room area.. yes, it was crowded a few times but I noticed that crowds in both the pool and hot tub areas tended to clear quickly and several times I had both to myself! I especially appreciated the thoughtful little touches everywhere, like cold washcloths available for post-sauna cooldowns and fresh flowers all over the place. The vibe was extremely relaxed and I appreciated that when staying in the hotel you get full use of the spa facilities even on check-out day. We had breakfast and lunch at Kensington's and also had the afternoon tea. Everything was delicious!! Good cocktails too. I wished the indoor pool had been larger to better accommodate busy times, and the spa treatments are definitely on the pricey side, but those are about the only two criticisms I can come up with about this place! We are hoping to make it an annual tradition!

Pool was refreshing after the heat of the sauna, steam room and hot tub!

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3.5(212 reviews)

1.5 mi

This is my new favorite breakfast spot in Norwich! I…read morereally enjoyed the home like feel this restaurant provided. This place is a little cozy country style restaurant serving amazing breakfast. The parking lot is large which is great because it was very busy when I arrived. Due to how busy it was, the wait for the waitress to come over was a bit longer than I had hoped but other than that, the service was great, the food was amazing and the coffee was delicious! Next time I'm in Norwich I will for sure be stopping back in. I was so excited to eat I forgot to take pictures!

I've been here a number of times and it is unfortunately inconsistent. The service is very friendly…read moreand usually attentive. The restaurant has a very homey feel about it, and it heels to the nature of the name, with antiques used for decoration and a creaky old barn aesthetic. If you're not looking for anything fancy to eat, then this place is fine. If you're looking for anything beyond what you might whip up in your own kitchen on a weekend morning given 15 minutes, you should probably look elsewhere. Give it a try? Sure. Have high hopes? No.

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2 Eggs With Kielbasa and toast

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4.5(309 reviews)

3.1 mi

This family run restaurant took amazing care of the 8 of us for brunch. We typically go to dim sum…read morenearby but I'm glad it was closed today so that we found this place! Everyone was so sweet and really made us feel like a part of the family. When we sat down the owner gave us complimentary blueberry-banana bread that she had baked this morning - it was delicious! Two of us have dietary restrictions that we are usually hesitant to ask about, but at that point Monique had spoiled us so much (9 options for toast!) and traded so many jokes that we felt totally comfortable asking for modifications. The food was amazing- I loved my blueberry banana bread pancakes, the potatoes were really delicious, everyone's food was cooked perfectly. The eggs benedict looked really good, and there were a lot of fun specials that I want to try next time. So attentive with coffee refills as well. 1000% recommend!

The food? Fresh, flavorful, and delicious. The vibes? Warm and welcoming! The staff? AMAZING! It is…read moreCLEAR to see that everyone who works here LOVES this establishment, and they take great pride in making sure you are cared for and welcomed. If you want an amazing breakfast experience, this IS the place to come to!

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4.6(186 reviews)

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Went last night for an early dinner around 530. We had made reservations a week or so ago but there…read morewere free tables so you probably could just walk in as well. The place is super cute and decorate well! It's clean and a everyone was so nice and attentive which made for a really welcoming environment. I really wanted to love the food but my Italo Peruano was way too spicy when the description on the menu/the ingredients listed didn't indicate anything that would give it that much heat. Also the steak was cut very large for being served in a pasta dish and in a bowl where it was very difficult to cut it. The Lomo was good but too salty. The dessert we shared however was amazing! We got the churros which came with chocolate sauce, strawberry puree and Lucuma ice cream! They told us it was a South American fruit! It's hard to describe the flavor but it was awesome! Kind of like a caramel/butterscotch with notes of sweet potato and maple syrup! It doesn't sound like it would all work together but it absolutely does! Overall we had a good experience and would be totally willing to come try the food again next time we are in the area!

This place is a must go. Incredible food and incredible service. They are also great with large…read moreparties. We just had a family reunion dinner there with 35 of us and everything came out amazing and tasted stellar. Coming not going higher compliments. The seafood was great and the passion fruit juice was memorable. Will be back!

The cutest baby changing station that I've ever seen!

The perfect bite: cold ceviche & herbs on a warm sweet potato chip

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Kensington's Restaurant

3.7(49 reviews)

0.4 mi

•$$$

WOW. This visit shows a VAST improvement from previous dining experiences. The food is thoughtfully…read morelabeled on the menu, offering various options for folks with dietary restrictions. The shrimp was fresh and cooked to perfection. The steak frites was prepared to a medium that melted in my mouth. I was the first person to arrive for lunch and was seated immediately on the outdoor patio. What a beautiful place to sit and relax for a while between spa services. Hands down a redeeming experience.

We tried Kensington's Restaurant after spending the morning at the spa, super convenient to have a…read morecouple restaurant options right on property. The restaurant itself was nice, a bit older but still nice. The food was mostly good, the burger was great. The lobster rolls tasted good + had enough meat but one came out cold. This place is 3/5 instead of 4/5 due to the service, it was very slow and just not up to par for the prices. Water cups sat empty, plates sat uncleared, nothing too offensive but when you're paying $200 for lunch you expect the service to be better than what we got and for the food to be hot.

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Irene's Family Restaurant & Catering

3.7(97 reviews)

3.3 mi

Called in our order for delivery using the online menu to see what they had. Saw you could order…read moreonline too but opted for calling instead. Food came in reasonable amount of time packed nicely on paper bags. E we ordered items from their lunch menu. Got everything but they forgot sober garlic bread. Also would have been nice to get some tartar sauce and ketchup. Of course we didn't ask we assumed it would come with the food. Just need to remember for next time. Sandwiches were good, liked the fish and chips and the scallops were nice.

Amazing is often over used. This visit went great…read more 11:30am Friday. Sat alone, had a coffee to think. Ate a chicken parm lunch with a salad and fettuccine. Had another coffee. All well served politely. What a great hour! Bill was easy. How could this not be amazing? It was. Looking forward to next visit.

Fish and chips

Pastrami Grinder

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Hash House A Go Go

3.4(702 reviews)

0.6 mi

Our server, Heather was outgoing and attentive. The food, breakfast scramble with ham , spinach and…read morecheese was excellent. Great portion sizes. The strawberry jam and biscuit are worth a visit alone. New potatoes are superior to the previous ones. Definitely a must stop for us! Heather made the meal extra special. You should ask for her.

Danny was our server today and he was Fantastic!! He anticipated our needs and checked in with us…read moreappropriately. Great experience. We also want shout out Marcel who is awesome! He'll check in with us even when we're not in his section. Such a great team at Hash House!

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Tom's Watch Bar - Mohegan Sun

3.8(629 reviews)

0.6 mi

Tom Urban Watch Bar used to feel like a reliable go‑to, but lately it seems to be slipping in all…read morethe ways that matter. The vibe is still solid and the concept is fun, but the execution just hasn't been there. The French dip was a major letdown--dry, bland, and missing the savory punch that makes the dish worth ordering. It felt more like an afterthought than a signature comfort item. Rapidly declining over time. Beer hasn't fared much better. Three out of my last four visits, the beer was served warm, which really takes the enjoyment out of the experience. For a place that leans on its bar identity, that's a tough miss. Service has been consistently lackluster, not rude but disengaged and slow, like everyone's half a step behind. It adds up, especially when the food and drinks aren't hitting the mark. There's still potential here, and the space itself remains appealing, but the recent decline is hard to ignore. With a little attention to quality and consistency, Tom Urban could get back to what made it a favorite in the first place. Cheers

Place was packed for a concert event, but only had to wait 7 minutes to get a seat. Little…read morefrustrating when two couples behind me were seated prior to me with no reservation or waitlist. The server was great, quickly getting food and drink orders in to ensure to salvage the experience. Was loud with the size of crowd present and would have been hard to carry a convo if I had company.

Asian Chicken Lollipops

Shrimp Po Boy Sliders

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Kat H.

15 years ago

Unbelievable! Not only did the delivery driver sexually harass my staff but, after we placed an order the "manager" complained to us that we were not tipping the driver appropriately. We regularly ordered from Joys and there may have been a couple occasions were we tipped under $3.00 because the driver did not have change with him. I am incredibly disgusted with the service and will be filing a complaint with the Better Business Burro. read more

Candi S.

13 years ago

Filthy, service sucks. Every staff member had a puss on their face. Needs desperate help. ie. Restaurant Impossible or Restaurant Stake Out. Need an inexpensive breakfast after the casino? Johnny Rockets (clean, not expensive, service typically very good. Tuscany, yes dinner is very pricey, but breakfast is affordable, tasty and the staff is terrific. Joys is gross, full of bugs and dirty tables. See for yourself. Go in there. read more

Kristen M.

9 years ago

Great food. It's super busy on Sundays. However, well worth the wait. Mexican/American breakfast/lunch/dinner is all very good!

Alisonn H.

Elite 25

144

2 years ago

The service was good, but when I had the food there were few egg shells found in the dish. Beside everything was okay

Georgia D.

9 years ago

Had breakfast here. Large menu. Prices good. Service very good. Very pleasant staff. Clean. Would stop here again.

Jinson T.

9 years ago

Always packed on Sundays. However they still find a way to get you in and served right away. The food is amazing.

Rebecca S.

185

10 years ago

The food was excellent and the service was outstanding! I would most highly recommend this restaurant!

Jimmy L.

9 years ago

Always a great breakfast. Best place ever. Great service. Highly recommended. Prices are reasonable

Em P.

8 years ago

The food was delicious and excellent/fast service. Our waitress was the best and was so polite.

Karen S.

9 years ago

So wonderful! A nice family meal! So many choices!!!! Prices are great!!! Kid friendly!

Ruben P.

8 years ago

We have been about five times and the food has been excellent every time!

Teresa C.

5 years ago

Everything was good and prices excellent

Patrice B.

13 years ago

Poor service food so-so

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