Loved how cozy and festive this spot was around the holidays, with cute decorations, jazzy music and comfy banquette seating. The cortado I ordered was perfectly crafted with good flavor, and the service was extremely friendly and personable. They offer a good selection of breakfast sandwiches and toasts, and the salmon avocado toast I ordered was pretty tasty, although the portion was slightly smaller than expected. Super easy parking outside the cafe. I'd pop in again on my next drive through the area. read more

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We stopped by at Lions Den to grab an iced latte purely because the reviews were great and they offer coconut milk choice as dairy alternative. I ordered Caramel Biscotti Latte and it was delicious- perfect texture and balanced taste. There is plenty of tables to sit inside. Can't wait to be back to try more lattes and I'm sure it would be a great evening to sip an iced latte while seating outdoors on their patio in warm weather. [Caramel Biscotti Latte (16oz, iced, coconut milk, regular espresso) $7.64] read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Caramel Biscotti Iced Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

I really wanted to like this place, but it's a no for me. First off, the girl who took our order was rude. I ordered the iced chocolate covered strawberry latte, and I asked her if they stirred their iced lattes, she replied yes. I asked her if I could get mine layered, because I like to taste all the elements that goes into the latte separately for my first couple of sips. She looked confused to my request, as I tried to explain what I wanted, she proceeded to roll her eyes at me. It was the absolute worst iced latte I have had in my life! I don't know if it was the espresso or the flavors, but it had a super artificial taste to it, and it stayed with me for a while. My BF got the iced coffee black, and he said it left a taste in his mouth that was very unpleasant. We both threw out our drinks. We also ordered the grilled cheese. It looked like it was make with a thinly rolled-out pizza dough. The color of the melted cheese was unappetizing in itself. Half of it went into the trash with our drinks. I'm all for giving places a 2nd chance, but not this time. 2 stars only because we didn't try any of the pastries in their showcase. read more

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Wanted to try another local coffee spot! From the initial walk in it love love love the vibes staff was extremly friendly and welcoming. Also extra points for the espresso martini! The reason for the 4 stars is because I ordered an avocado toast, there is one other couple here. it's been about 20 minutes and she just told me they are just starting it... avocado toast isn't something that normally takes longer then 5 minutes read more

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This place is such a gem. Local coffee, homemade bakery treats, plate it forward to give back to others and great ambiance to sit outside on a beautiful day. The service was fantastic. read more

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Came in today, no line but plenty of people there. The lady taking our order seemed frustrated. I get it, busy morning. Told her we hadent been there before and she kinda just stared us down when we asked for a second. We ordered an elderberry iced tea and an iced chai with pumpkin. We also asked for a cinnamon roll and a toasted bagel with cream cheese. They got the chai wrong. Luckily the nice man behind the counter fixed it for us. Even offered to let us keep the other drink which was nice. Oddly enough our bagel took about 20 minutes to come out. The tea was a mistake on my part. It had very little flavor and i didnt know it wasnt sweetened. Thats my bad. The chai was fine. My biggest issue was the cinnamon roll. When i got home, i bit into it and pulled out a very long hair. Mind you im bald. That was unpleasant. Overall i dont think this place is for me, but if you like pet friendly coffee shops id says give it a go. read more

This is such a lovely coffee shop! Located in the center of Plantsville, Lions Den Coffee is a hot spot for locals to grab quality coffee, freshly pipped cannolis, and enjoy breakfast and lunch. It was our first time visiting, we easily spotted the shop's sign and there was easy parking. It was a busy morning, people were enjoying outside on the patio and the shop's seating inside was mostly occupied... Surprisingly, it did not feel crowded. The line was long, but went quickly, enough time for us to decide on our drinks. They do coffee without the frills and cater to true coffee enthusiasts. From drip, pour over, cold brew, nitro brew, and French press--they have it all. They do have signature, seasonal, and tea menus. I opted in the London Fog with honey and oat milk. They have a brand called Rishi for their teas which I haven't heard of before. My mom tried one of their signature lattes, Caramel Biscotti. My tea was very good and steeped strong. My mom loved her coffee, she can see why it's a signature flavor and highly recommends it. Lions Den has had an assortment of pastries, muffins, coffee cake and cannolis that are freshly piped. They have breakfast sandwich, paninis, and yogurt parfaits. The menu is small and simple, but still a good variety to please everyone. I can't wait to stop by Lions Den coffee again. Next time I'll grab a bite to eat and test out the coffee for myself. read more

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Coffee and drink products are great. Bakery items are delicious but the muffins taste a little funny, kinda stale, like a cardboard aftertaste. I have yet to try their dinners and lunches they offer. Most of the staff is GREAT, all though I will be taking a break due to one bad apple's attitude. The place is cute and welcoming for the most part. read more

Good coffee and latte. An assortment of good-looking Italian pastries and sweets. Friendly staff

Grand Opening for this new Simsbury location is on March 11th (3 days away), but already I hear the Lions Den has a regular following. I arrived after 9:30am and as you can see many of the tables were occupied. Even though this is described as an Italian bakery, they have everything, French toast, wheat, plain and one more kind of bagel (forgot)for their bagel sandwiches. The oatmeal looks interesting and I'm looking forward to trying it in the future. I know you're thinking all breakfast sandwiches are basically the same... but I have to tell you there was definitively something about my everything bagel with egg, sausage patty and cheddar sandwich that made it ABOVE average! I am actually thinking about when I can go back and have another one! I ordered cannoli to bring home and, although we didn't eat them for 2 days, they were still outstanding! I will definitely remember to get future cannoli from the Lions Den! read more

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Loved my experience i have a doctor down the street so I have my mom wait there instead of in an office and they where very nice and the cheese cake was yummy. read more

Cute place and friendly staff. Nice decor. Loved the Iced Nutella Latte. The Con Panna was strong for me. If I am in the area again I will try some of their other options. read more

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Moving to Connecticut soon, so in search of good coffee we stumbled upon Lions Den over the weekend. We were pleasantly surprised because they had some great espresso beverage options and some delicious pastries. I got a mocha latte and enjoyed it along with the lobster tail pastry (omg absolutely delicious). They do have optimal parking in the lot, and some indoor seating which is nice. We may become regulars soon! read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Mocha latte and lobster tail - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

The Lions Den is definitely a new hot spot. I stumbled upon it in my travels. It's an Italian themed cafe that is just classy. It's super clean, tastefully decorated and it just feels Uber trendy. The interior is warm and inviting. They have a delightful menu of eats and treats. They do have Wi-Fi which is always a plus. I'm here to study and it's just comfortable, not too loud. The prices are a bit on the higher side, but it's CT. Deal with it. If you want common swill; go to DD. I highly encourage a visit to experience a taste of Italy. And!!! One of the baristas are wiping down the customer areas!!! can I get a hell yeah?!? read more

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Coffee was amazing and dessert assortment was great. Whole family enjoyed it. Was extremely packed but worth the wait.

I won't be returning to this establishment. A few weeks back I was in there having coffee and the owner fired an employee in front of everyone in the place In a very demeaning way. I felt so bad for the guy. So unprofessional and cruel. I don't care what the guy did. It's not ok. I refuse to spend my money at a place that treats their employees like that. read more

After starting with a classic coffee menu, Lion's Den began to expand with some staple ingredients (ie. nutella), added lattes and seasonal offerings. They have since continued to evolve around the community's interest, now offering: smoothies, breakfast sandwiches, oatmeal, parfaits, pastries & bagels-much of which is made in house. The owners have built an amazing customer base and strive to provide a strong, supportive workplace for their team members. They are also very involved in giving back to their community one of which is to the local law enforcement. They host an annual 'Back the Blue' fundraiser and also sell merchandise and beans which directly support different departments such as the K-9 Unit. The shops vision aligns with the saying 'Le Dolce Vita', to be a place that you truly enjoy sitting down to relax and enjoy life. While enjoying the outside patio, you might want to snag one of these two delicious drinks: The iced shaken espresso or the nutella latte. *10/10 on the sweet croissants hot out of the oven too! You'll find parking & plenty of seating too. They offer call ahead/pick up and order delivery too. read more

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Review came from visiting the Simsbury location. tldr; go somewhere else, anywhere else If you want delicious coffee, then you should probably not enter this place. It seems innocent enough, just a subpar coffee shop in place of the one that was there before. However, finding out it's religious made it much much worse. Some people may be into that, but reading the words "We are gods' instruments in helping him better this world." while you wait for some crappy coffee just isn't my idea of a good time. Whether you're religious or not, assuming an all powerful "god" has a gender and that it's a guy is just stupid. p.s. The apostrophe for " gods' " is incorrect. read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

Location = Convenient Parking = Easy Staff = Friendly Coffee = EXCELLANT !!! The Lion's Den Coffee Shop has all the charm without any of the pretention. For those traveling I-84, a quick stop off and back on the highway. A must for locals and traveler alike. read more

McDonald's style menu. Sandwich board switches continuously between lunch and breakfast sandwiches with no time to read them. I asked counter girl for a paper menu, she said they don't exist. Also the description of any item can't be read as the lettering is too small. The menu is approx 10 ft behind the counter and can't be read. Owner, please get a clue and allow us to read your menu's. Until this changes, there is no reason to visit this store. read more

I've been to a few local coffee shops back where I live which had left me feeling meh about third wave coffee shops, but Lions Den changes my mind! The location is perfect. The seating is great yet spaced out enough to be crowding each other. The menu is simple yet has things I've never seen on a coffee menu before. Definitely going to try that ameridomo next time I'm in. The muffin is SO yummy, I am a huge fan of cinnamon and this is probably the best cinnamon muffin I've ever had. Give this place a try if you're in the area or wanting to travel around the state for local spots! Employees are helpful and friendly as well which is a plus read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Coconut milk cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

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Having the prosciutto and fig panini, Nutella latte, and ricotta lobster tail! A delicious well rounded lunch!

Great lil cafe, outdoor setting and I enjoyed the food. Pet friendly and fast service. Parking is tight but overall great lil shop.

Coffee shop with a bunch of different drink options + a few pastries & paninis for food The space is pretty open and nice, and there is plenty of seating and there are plenty of outlets available, but I have been here twice and both times the coffee was terrible. The last time that I came here I also got an eclair, and it was actually pretty tasty though The people who work here were very nice, so I hate to write them a bad review, but the coffee was just undrinkable 2.5 read more

I stopped in on a Sunday afternoon around 3 PM. I happened to be in the area and actually found this place on Yelp after I did a search on local coffee shops. There is a parking lot, and I believe some off street parking. There were two small tables with chairs out front. I was in the mood for an iced coffee, so it was too cold to sit outside this particular day. The space is open and clean. It is very uncluttered, so there is room to walk and sit comfortably. There are several small tables with chairs and two counter spaces facing the large outdoor windows. In the middle of the space, there are shells with merchandise that says Lion's Den, different coffee cups, coffee and filters. The menu has variety, without being overwhelming. There are also some pastries available for purchase, but we only got coffees. I ordered an iced Nutella iced coffee and my dad ordered a chocolate maroccino. Both were tasty. They were served in glasses, which was a nice touch. The person who took our order brought us our drinks. I would definitely recommend and visit again! read more

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Stopped here after hearing a commercial for great coffee as my husband and I are coffee connoisseurs. The coffee was as good as advertised and the pastries were awesome. Service was good and the people were very friendly. read more

Stop by this little cute cafe shop by Southington Mountain. First time at this little cafe, we were tired and were looking for a good cup of coffee. This coffee shop was so clean, neat, and organized. All the girls at the counter were so friendly, helpful, and nice. Emily helped serve us, and she was really helpful in explaining all the different drinks, and I can tell she was very experienced. She explained how much foam, milk and espresso went in everything. She was very attentative as well, and made sure to ask us how we wanted our drinks. I asked for a pumpkin spice latte, and my friend asked for a iced caramel latte. She steamed my pumpkin latte with oatmilk, and she made me a lovely heart on top of my drink as well! My friend said the pumpkin latte was perfect. We definatly recommend this place to anyone looking for good coffee, and we will visit again! read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Small pumpkin spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

Looking for the best little coffee shop? Well it's right here! Friendly staff, brand new up to date and clean environment with high end coffee and delicacies! I purchased the affogato espresso. It was made with a rich marscapone espresso chip gelato topped with whipped cream and I have to say it kept me on my toes the rest of the day! The peanut butter explosion was almost too beautiful to even eat, but once I took a bite, I understood the name because it exploded those amazing flavors right to my taste buds! All and all I enjoyed the Lions Den very much and will be back soon to get my fix of deliciousness! read more

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Going off of a recommendation, I tried the new location in Simsbury today. I really like the fact that they have three choices for sugar-free syrups for coffee. I had a sugar-free caramel biscotti latte, which was incredible.. the flavor was fantastic. You can also tell that it's good quality coffee. I also had the chicken bacon ranch Panini, which I would not necessarily call a Panini more of like a toasted sandwich. It wasn't bad, it wasn't outstanding it was definitely average.. but you must try the lobster tail! I would also recommend that there be more choices for breakfast sandwiches because they are only offered on bagels with a fried egg. read more

A regular stop when in Simsbury or Southington! Great staff, very clean and neat shop. Great coffee, pastries, & paninis. My current favorite right now is the iced mocha latte! Yum! read more

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A very cute new coffee shop located along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail. I accidentally stumbled upon this place when looking for a restroom haha. The shop is right next to Zingarella Pizzeria and is a great alternative to the Dunkin' nearby. I always love grabbing a coffee (especially when it's cold out!) and walking between Cheshire and Southington. Next time you're in the area, check out Lions Den and consider the Nutella latte if you're in the mood for a sweet treat. Excited to see this shop grow in the coming years! read more

Service and beverages were great. Love how clean and spacious it is inside and the outdoor seating is welcoming too. Parking is easy. Will definitely return especially if I'm looking for a quiet place to enjoy a coffee and relax. read more

This weekend I visited Lions Den Coffee Shop for the first time in Southington, CT and I was super impressed! They only opened up last year so I was pumped to support a new local business! We got an iced pumpkin spice latte with oat milk and a hot caramel latte to drink, both so creamy and delicious! I love enjoying an iced coffee in a glass when I'm dining in, it makes all the difference and I love that touch! We also couldn't resist the delicious looking danishes, the apple and cheese were flaky and perfect They have so many flavors of coffee, including Nutella, which is totally gonna be my go to next time. They're easy to get to from the highway, so if you're driving through Southington you have to stop by! read more

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Good coffee, great selection of pastries and food. Excellent and very helpful staff. I'll be back again. read more

What's not to love about the Lions Den? Just a very good cup of coffee with very quick and friendly service. I'm usually in and out with a to go cup in hand but there are very nice seating options inside and out front if desired. I regularly get Lattes and cappuccinos (both hot and iced) and I've never been disappointed. They have pastries available that pair nicely with coffee. Only negative feedback I have is the prices are a little high but comparable to Starbucks and other coffee shops. It's a great stop in the plantsville village and a very solid cup of coffee! read more

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This coffee shop is the real deal. Serving authentic, high quality espresso and coffee drinks including lattes, cappuccino, cortado, and la cremina, there is something for everyone. When I want a coffee drink, I always prefer espresso and I absolutely want it to be full-flavored and rich. Given the authentic selection of drinks on their menu, I knew Lions Den would serve me exactly what I was looking for. I ordered a cafe mocha and loved every single sip- rich espresso, creamy cocoa, delicately sweetened. It was just a perfect cup. My husband ordered a cortado- which I sipped as well. Presented in a short glass, it, too was the prefect blend of rich espresso and steamed milk. I don't think there is one single thing Lions Den can do to improve upon their place or their menu. It's top notch! When you want some well crafted, beautifully presented, amazingly tasting espresso or coffee drinks, visit Lions Den! Their staff is warm and friendly as well! It is clear that they care about the product they are serving and they are served with care attention to detail. read more

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I really, really wanted to like this place. It's in a great little location in Southington that I am quite partial to. While the environment was neat and clean, and there was a little outdoor seating area where it felt safe to eat unmasked, my coffee and pastry just weren't very good. I had a cold brew with oat milk and sweet foam. It was mostly flavorless. I also ordered a cinnamon danish which was very clearly not fresh. It had that store-bought, I was once frozen texture and taste... even after they warmed it up. read more

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The coffee made me bloated and sick for the rest of the day! do not order the Nutella latte as it is very filling and will leave you constipated. The drinks are very sweet and not worth the amount of money. Utterly disappointed! read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - nutella Iced Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

I can't get over how nice and friendly the staff was. Much appreciated! I ordered the Nutella latte. It was a bit pricy ($7) but for a specialty coffee, this was so so so good. I finished it much quicker than I care to admit read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

This Nutella latte is the best one I've ever had! Real Nutella, and they froth it with the espresso so the Nutella doesn't sit at the bottom and it's actually in the coffee! Milk options! Tables and WiFi for a work space. And a huge plus! The owner is such a gentleman, he was so nice and polite, and he's from Italy! The paninis were a perfect lunch stop and they were ready in five minutes! Keep up all the good work guys! read more

Lions Den Coffee Shop - Nutella latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

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