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Unbelievable food and pastries. It's a small coffee/cafe in the midst of a working farm. The line is long - for good reason! A few standout items that you MUST try during a visit: the biscuit (that the breakfast sandwiches come on), the peanut butter chocolate banana bread, and the hot chocolate (which comes with a melty marshmallow on top). I deducted a star because of the mud... I recognize it's a working farm, but we couldn't sit at the outdoor tables because there was an inch of wet mud surrounding them. It was very slippery aWould love to see them consider a patio or other solution in the future!
We made it a family mission to find the best hot coco in CT. We had some really good coco but I literally rolled my eyes after trying Julien's hot chocolate. It was a "this isn't even a competition anymore" eye roll. We could never beat the thick, decadent goodness that we found here. Now our search is forever for second place. Julien's is a hot spot of locals and visitors from afar joining the crowds in all weather to get their hands on not only their hot chocolate but their delicious sandwiches and pastries. In cold weather, customers are bundled up near fire pits while munching and sipping their goods. If you are searching for quintessential New England, you can stop searching because it is here.
A perfect summer Saturday in Connecticut calls for brunch at Julian's Farm! While the line was long, it moved quickly -- and it was absolutely worth the wait. The pastry selection was incredible, with everything looking as good as it tasted. We especially loved the blueberry mousse cake and the apple danish -- both fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made. Don't skip their homemade lemonade -- crisp, refreshing, and perfect for a warm day. The cold brew coffee was a pleasant surprise too, made with beans from Those Guys Coffee Co. in New Hartford -- smooth and full of flavor. Julian's Farm is wonderfully family- and pet-friendly, with a laid-back, welcoming vibe. While prices are on the higher side, the quality and experience make it well worth it. Definitely check it out -- you won't be disappointed!
Julien's is a farm store, bakery, and cafe. It's located on an equestrian center; you'll see horses, a beautiful landscape, and a garden. Parking was plentiful when I went. They're known for their baked goods and breakfast food. The owner is French, so many of the baked goods are European inspired; everything is made from scratch and usually sells out quick. I had an egg, cheese, and avocado on a biscuit and wow, it was scrumptious. The biscuit was soft and flaky; the ingredients tasted fresh. I also had a pastry that had raspberries and a custard filling, also very delicious. My son loved the vegan brownie but I thought it was just ok, it had a chalky aftertaste. I also had the matcha green tea latte which I also thought was alright, not much matcha flavor. I recommend sticking with breakfast sandwiches and other pastry items. There were a couple of stools inside. There were plenty the of bistro tables outside. The garden is so lovely with the tulips popping up; it's a great spot to sit, eat, and relax. I do get the hype and they do offer good eats. I look forward to going back and trying more goodies.
Julien's is my new favorite. All I can think of is the Raspberry Danish.... It's to die for!! I love how calm and tucked away it is ... just the drive there is therapeutic. And gosh! a bakery and a horse farm (where kids can ride a pony, $10) ... bookmark this!! We got a couple of baked goods... the raspberry danish, Nutella donut and the blueberry coffee cake... all 3.. I loved. We even got to watch the chef in action working on a cake order. The highlight was the beautiful farm setting with outdoor seating, scenic views, and good food! A perfect morning getaway!
"And it's good old country comforts in my bones Just the sweetest sound my ears have ever known" (Elton John/Bernie Taupin) Head out into the country by the Simsbury-Granby border and you'll find one of the very coolest, most lovely breakfast/bakery destinations you'll see this year. Yes, Julien's Farm Store was that impressive. I mean, really... how can you resist a business that describes itself as a "garden gourmet-style farm store and bakery producing artisanal, handmade breads, sandwiches, cakes, pastries, and other provisions, using traditional baking techniques. Everything is made from scratch on-site." We were there Saturday morning at a little after 8 AM and there was quite a line to get to the ordering counter. But that gave us time to look around and soak in the atmosphere. There is a very small counter with seats in the center of the building, a sales rack with coffees and granola on one wall, the kitchen and prep areas along one wall with a towering rack of baked goodies and big sacks of flour and sugar on the floor, and then you'll see the main attraction - an ordering counter with menu boards on the wall and showcases with freshly made muffins, cookies, croissants, sweet rolls, brownies, donuts, breads, Danishes, quiches, coffee cakes, and whoopie pies. The menu is modest, and covers breakfast sandwiches on a biscuit, a Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame (grilled ham and cheese with or without egg), and a side of garden potatoes. We had a tough time deciding what to order but finally went with a blueberry Danish ($9), malted chocolate blondie ($3), a classic cinnamon roll ($5), a slice of coconut banana bread ($7), and an Egg, Cheese, Parsley, Avocado breakfast biscuit ($13). The breakfast biscuit was for me and it was wonderful, a real nice mix of colors, textures, and tastes. It was a pretty big and very filling sandwich for $13. Last night we split the brownie for dessert, and it was so good. Moist, not too sweet, and full of chocolate flavor. And it was a generous square for just $3. Although inside seating is virtually nil, we did stroll the grounds and saw plenty of outdoor seating outdoors around gardens. What a gorgeous place it will be to enjoy a leisurely summer breakfast with sunshine and Mother Nature. Easy five stars without breaking a sweat. PRO TIP When ordering, select your pastries from the showcase, and then order your cooked foods at the register.
Today I decided to wake up early on a Saturday and venture out to Granby to try Julien Farms! To get there by 8 am ! (Well we got there a 10 after 8! ) I've heard so many great things about it I had to check it out myself. When we got there a young fellow was directing you where to park. Very sweet and nice! Smiling bright and early! It was busy but not bad where we were standing outside waiting. We waited about 10 minutes. If you go later the line forms out the Farm Store. There are breakfast sandwiches and pastries! I had a breakfast sandwich on a GF biscuit. I truly enjoyed my GF breakfast sandwich. I don't eat something like this often so it was soo good! My dad had 2 pastries to try . It's nice to sit outdoor on a beautiful sunny day surrounded by sunflowers having breakfast and coffee! I loved it. Very relaxing. I do think some of pastries are priced a bit high ! There are a few horses but you can't really get up close . The kids can ride pony's . There is a charge. Cute place where all is freshly made!
If you're anywhere near Julien's Farm Stand, do yourself a favor and stop immediately. Their sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich is, without question, one of the best breakfasts I've ever had. Fresh, local ingredients make all the difference -- you can actually taste the quality in every bite. The sausage is perfectly seasoned, the egg cooked just right, and the cheese melts into everything in the most delicious way. It's hearty, flavorful, and somehow still feels homemade and comforting. Beyond the sandwich, the whole vibe at Julien's is incredible -- super welcoming, with friendly faces and the kind of relaxed, happy atmosphere you hope for at a farm stand. You can tell they care about what they do, and it shines through in every detail. I can't recommend it enough -- this place is a gem.
It's all been said before but give me a few sentences to say it again. The location is beautiful. The food is fantastic. The staff is cool and sweet. I knew I had to get one of those breakfast biscuit sandwiches in my life so when my wife and I had a Friday off, we made the trek out to Julien's to get some goodies. I'm an early girl so we got there by 9am and nearly all tables were full of happy people eating delicious food. Here's the deal, the inside of Julien's is wee but the offerings are not. Take a sec to figure out what you want because there's surely someone behind you wanting to order. I got an egg and cheese biscuit sandwich without the siracha mayo (which comes on the sandwiches). My wife got the same, but with bacon AND the mayo. Mine came with two eggs (yay) both of which were cooked perfectly with a lil yolk dripping out. DELICOUS. We also each got a donut (me-plain, she-Boston cream) and one croque monsieur to go. I don't really have a sweet tooth but everything sweet looked fantastic. I love that the donuts aren't huge, they're normal size and so fresh and yummy. We scarfed our donuts down a few hours after we got home and we LOVED heating up the croque monsieur the next day and topping it with some over-medium eggs at home. Go to Julien's. The hype is real. Say "hi" to my friend Julia at the register. Enjoy.
Julien's is a culinary jewel tucked away in the hills of Granby, CT, known for its delectable breakfast sandwiches and exquisite pastries. Julien Tessier, a French-born chef with professional pastry training and experience at high-end restaurants in London, moved to the States and eventually ended up in Grandy, and opening this must-visit farm store. On weekends, the line is out the door, but the staff works quickly, and the wait is well worth it. There are tables outside where you can take in the view of the surrounding hills, the horses, and Julien's beautiful garden. I drove over an hour to get here last Sunday, and I couldn't be happier that I did. We will be back here again, for sure.
Julien's Farm Store is a small farm that serves breakfast sandwiches, fresh baked goods, coffee, and other drinks. Julien's Farm has outdoor seating and you could find yourself in a line on weekends. The line is long but the wait is not that long. There is no seating inside as the farm store is very small. You place your order then someone will come out and call your name when your order is ready. The food is on the expensive side but it's all about the experience. I ordered a Bacon, Egg, and Cheeses and enjoyed the atmosphere as there are horses, the garden, and beautiful fall foliage. The biscuit was very soft and you could tell that it was homemade. The sandwich was a well rounded sandwich but it could have used some seasoning. The Eggs and Bacon were cooked exceptionally well but it was just missing some flavor. Also, I ordered a Danish with Raspberries and it was very delicious. I actually liked the pastry better than the sandwich, which says something because I'm really not a pastry or sweets fan. The Danish was just delectable, soft, flakes going everywhere, and the fruit on top was just so fresh. The customer service was great and the staff were very welcoming. I would definitely be back when it is summer to enjoy other items on the menu and to enjoy the view.
Quintessential New England atmosphere, okay food This has been a destination stop for us for a little while. We happen to be in this neck of the woods, so we made the trek to give this place a try. The approach to this location is very much what I believe to be the New England atmosphere. Lots of larger estates, farms with large plots, honor stands and lots of foliage along winding roads. The actual location is a continuation of this theme. It's next to a large equestrian center and is a small shack off to the side of it. Plenty of horses out and about, getting trotted along a basic track and being put in pens around the grounds. The actual shack is somewhat cluttered. There's a very active kitchen surrounding the ordering line. With an island with a couple seats in case things are slow. They are very much a breakfast place, as they were sold out of most of their stock by the time we got there (1 PM). We managed to get some macaroons, a donut, a quiche, and some potatoes, which was a lot of the last items they had. We sat outside and took some pics. Enjoyed watching the horses and dug in. The potatoes and quiche were good. The quiche had great flavor but wasn't warmed. We were too hungry to complain, but it did detract from the dish. Potatoes were warmed and seasoned. So those were okay at least. The girlfriend really liked the macaroons, and the donut was too bready with not enough filling. For a food location, there's signs of greatness but the limited menu and stumbles were noticeable. The atmosphere though is amazing though. If you catch this place in its prime, I can see it being a very pretty and nice place to trek to. Our stay was not as great this time around, so maybe not a great trek during the late fall
4.5/5 Beautiful location complete with galloping horses and flowers in full bloom! My friend suggested a brunch meet up here and I must say, 100% worth the drive. The actual store is small but the line goes quick. There are "yesterday bakes" pastries in the fridge/counter if you're interested in goods from the day before at a discounted price (these still looked amazing). The pastries looked amazing in quality and tasted as such. Mixed berry and pear hand pie {4.5/5}: Air fried this when I got home and it was perfectly crisp and tangy/sweet with the fresh berries Blueberry cinnamon coffee cake {4.5/5}: warming this up is key to getting that deeper cinnamon flavor and melting the crumble just slightly. Wish it had more of that blueberry mixture Bacon, egg, and cheese on homemade biscuit {3.5/5}: Good savory option among the sweets, though did not stand out compared to the pastries Also, the flowers are absolutely gorgeous here, will pick some next season!
5 months ago
Love the food choices especially on Sundays. Although it is limited I will still do it again. Just be ready to spend a little more. read more
2 years ago
I dont know if Im allowed to write a second review for this bakery, but it's worth a try... I've read many reviews of Julien's special Sunday only Brisket Biscuit. All of them warned of long lines and the eventual sell out. So, on this rainy Sunday morning we set out to get there right at 8am when they opened. The line was very manageable, and everything was well stocked. I will not say that this sandwich was a revelation, but for a brief moment when I opened the box and the smell hit my nostrils, there was a break in the rain clouds, and a beam of sunshine struck the Brisket Biscuit. I have smoked a Brisket before and could tell instantly that a lot of care went into the prep. The smoke was not over-powering the meat, and there were no fatty pieces to chew through. The meat was covered in a tangy BBQ sauce and tucked in under a perfectly cooked egg with cheese and Sriracha aioli. The biscuit was soft, flakey, and delicious. I could eat this sandwich daily. Great job once again Julien's. read more
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Erik! What an incredibly generous review, and gorgeous pictures --…
7 months ago
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Thanks for making the trip, Jim!
1 year ago
I made it out to Julien's for a late brunch and was so happy I didn't miss out on the biscuit breakfast sandwiches. This was a delicious medley of flavor with a soft buttery biscuit and a savory hand made sausage. The sriracha mayo was a nice thought to balance out the flavor of the caramelized onions. I was happy this biscuit was fluffy and not flakey. I can tell the butter was folded into the dough as it was fluffy through the pastry. The sausage appeared and tasted home made and home pressed which I was impressed to see. They were extremely busy and I was happy to see how friendly the staff was and how welcoming they were with their customer service and authentic interactions. The overall vibe was so great. I love the options for outdoor seating especially on nice sunny weekends. The gluten free menu is Almond flour so if you have a gluten allergy and a nut allergy sadly you cannot eat any of the gluten free menu items. I was hoping it was rice flour but it was a nut based flour so one of our friends could not eat anything on site due to allergy's. Also on a side note I don't believe there are any bathrooms on site here and we walked around a bit as there was no seating outdoors for the 11:30-1:30 time frame we were there. Overall this place has delicious and fresh foods with great beverage options and a flavorful menu. I would recommend coming as close to open as possible for doughnuts as the staff mention they were sold out by 10:30am. read more
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Hey Cassie! Thanks so much for stopping by, and so glad you loved…
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1 year ago
Stopped by while in Northwest Connecticut because I'd heard the buzz about this place. It's a beautiful spot that makes you appreciate New England for all its quaintness. Julien's is set on a horse farm. There is ample parking and it is surrounded by red barns, gardens, and exudes charm without being contrived. The fare is simple but suited my needs: a homemade jelly donut and an excellent cup of coffee prepared by a friendly staff. read more
Had another spectacular Sunday breakfast at Julien's. I had their 10/10 brisket biscuit breakfast sandwich and their tender garden potatoes, as well as trying these two bakery items for the first time. The bear claw is a MUST-- the flaky layers of the pastry are crispy yet rich and well laminated, and the almond frangipane and chocolate chips inside are the right balance of sweetness and nuttiness. The coffee cake was also rich and delicious. read more
I am so excited to be the first Yelper to tell you about this hidden gem! Julien's is an absolute treat. Staff was so warm and welcoming! We placed our order after getting a quick intro and were told they'd bring the order out to us in the garden. Let me tell you about the setting.... on a horse farm, with tables in the garden area, overlooking the hills with colorful October foliage. Our sandwiches came out, on a warm homemade biscuit and was so filling and satisfying! There were a few sweet options and we shared a spicy applesauce ginger cake muffin. I also had an iced latte which was smooth! This is easily one of the nicest places for a breakfast date and I can't wait to see how they expand their offerings. I want to come back again and again! read more
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2 years ago
The breakfast sandwiches are the main attraction. Made with quality ingredients and from scratch. Baked goods as well. There is something for everyone. Every-time I come here I feel like a part of the family/community. Everyone who works here is so incredibly kind and pleasant. Especially enjoy chatting with Julia who usually is on the register. The grounds are gorgeous. View of the mountains, beautiful horses and stunning flowers. read more
7 months ago
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HAHAAA!!! Genius!!!
2 years ago
Going to sum it up. You have to go! Great food. Great drinks. All homemade great quality. Fast busy moving line. So happy this place exists! read more
1 year ago
Food is fresh and delicious! I had the quiche and an oatmeal chocolate caramel bar. Friend had a croissant abs other pastries. Service with a smile, always! Coffee fresh and super hot with lots of flavor choices. Ambience is incredible! The tiny kitchen is always pumping out awesome smelling bites! The outdoor seating area overlooks the horse farm and watching the horses walk around and also roll around on the ground in their happy pens was so sweet. The flower beds in bloom add so much of the happy farm feel! We will return for a third visit soon! read more
9 months ago
5 months ago
Finally made it to Julien's!! We had such high hopes and expectations and all were exceeded! We took advantage of a snowy Super Bowl Sunday and arrived at 1pm which was probably the only reason they were not sold out! The outside is so charming and has ample seating which I look forward to using during the warmer months. The inside is small and adorable with a lovely selection of goods to appeal to everyone. We wanted to try it all so we ordered two breakfast sandwiches with my husband getting the brisket and they were great! For sweets we got a classic cinnamon roll, pain au chocolat, croissant, Nutella donut, Boston cream donut, and a cruller. All were excellent and gone by the next day! I also got their viral hot chocolate and it was rich and luxurious and perfect. The service was super friendly and Julien himself was there making something delicious I'm sure! We look forward to coming back to this gem! Well worth the hour long drive! read more
10 months ago
1 year ago
This spot is a gem. It is located in a beautiful area surrounded by flowers and horses. There are many beautiful pastries to choose from. I opted for the breakfast sandwich and a Nutella donut. I can't say no when I see Nutella! Both choices were 10/10! I have never had such a delicious biscuit. And there was so much Nutella in my donut! It was fun to sit outside in the spring sunshine with my mom and have our tasty treats (she had the jelly filled donut). We went on a Thursday morning to avoid the crowds, and had no issue finding a place to sit. Would definitely recommend visiting Julien's! read more
2 years ago
This place is an absolute gem...No shortage of charm!! Inside, both the people working and the cafe itself are warm and inviting. Outside is so serene--the garden, hills, and horses are just beautiful. The food all smells, looks and (what I've tried so far) tastes delicious. I had a great chai latte, bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich with a side of potatoes, and the peanut butter frosted banana bread was divine!! Definitely looking forward to coming back again. read more
1 year ago
Stopped back in on Mother's Day. The line was long but it is so worth the wait! Food and coffee never disappoints. read more
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1 year ago
This has been on my bucket list to try since they opened. Was so impressed with the bakery , staff and surrounding area. The baked goods were superb. My friend also got a hot chocolate and thought it was amazing. My only issue was the filling for the Boston cream tasted lemony and I wasn't a fan. The donut itself was great. Will be returning to try more hopefully soon! read more
2 years ago
Super cute lunch/breakfast spot. A little out of the way but definitely worth item. Items sell out so recommend go early or on Thursday/Friday. The atmosphere is beautiful, small inside but outside space is gorg with flowers/farm. I got a couple of pasties and really loved both- blueberry donut and muffin. Fresh baked but really enjoyed the blueberry donut. Very fresh and recommend read more
10 months ago
Yum yum yum, I'm a new regular this place is great, a true patisserie with an amazing selection. read more
1 year ago
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Hey Suzanne! Glad you liked the quiche and the croissants, although…
1 year ago
We felt like we were in a magic garden in a French countryside and full of delicious food. The gardens and horses were awesome. Croque Monsieur brought us back to Paris- Devine!! A real treat A wonderful way to spend a morning read more
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Thanks, Paula -- and thank you for posting these beautiful pictures,…
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thanks for giving us a try, Stacey -- and for your thoughtful,…
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1 year ago
Everything about this place is fantastic. Do yourself a favor and go! And go early- things will run out! The price you must pay if you care to enjoy fresh made food and pastries. The staff was attentive and helpful, and the outdoor seating area by the garden is so peaceful. Such a gem of a place. read more
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