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Meraki

4.7 (158 reviews)
Closed • Closed
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Sandra F.

Love this place! Fresh local produce used in their cooking and baking. They have unique items so if you're like me and get bored easily this place is for you. Also, if you are gluten-free, vegan or whatever this place is for you. And if you love coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, chi, tea this place is for you. If you love savory this place is for you. If you love sweets this place is for you. Food and beverages are top quality! This is a petite establishment so probably not the best place for a large group. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is both in the front and back. You can place your order online or in person. You can stay or take it to go. Simple, quality, unique foods! Enjoy!

Giv Cold Brew
Jason P.

As I scanned Meraki's online menu before driving about an hour for the latest stop on my Tour of the 2022 CT Yelp Top 25, I immediately knew that I would not be ordering the "Healthy Plate". Although, subsequent review revealed the "HP" included bacon. So maybe "Healthy-ish". In any event, I was pretty sure I wanted to order the "Meraki Porchetta". I did. And it was amazing. The Meraki Porchetta is the type of sandwich that can only be served at a small business. At a corporate place, somebody would complain that you can't serve Porchetta, Spicy Kimchi and Sriracha Aioli on a breakfast sandwich. "It's just not done." Add Tomato, an oozy fried egg and a great brioche bun and you have . . . The Meraki Porchetta. It was drippy in the best possible way. You should never eat it while driving. It was a flavor-filled powerhouse with awesome contrasting textures. I had my favorite breakfast sandwich in recent years last weekend. Unfortunately, it was a Buster Douglas short reign. Because this Meraki Porchetta was everything I thought I wanted, plus some. The greatness just kept coming though. Service was awesome. For me, the top level of service includes the normal like efficient, knowledgeable and friendly, but it also includes inclusiveness and interactivity. I felt like a valued regular rather the first timer I was. There was joking, singing and interest in pet pictures. Shoutout Pasta the Dog! They also serve coffee from my fav CT Roaster Giv. They serve it in one of my favorite ways, black iced and in a Mason Jar. Couldn't ask for more there. Meraki is located on the busy stretch between Litchfield Center and Bantam. They have a few inside tables in their small structure, and seem to play fun music and sing along. They also have a nice shady, outdoor seating area. They serve both breakfast and lunch. I have food businesses I almost always visit whenever I'm in a certain part of the State. Meraki is now one of those businesses. Five Supergiant Stars!!!!!

Megan H.

First time trying Meraki after driving by for years, definitely will be back soon! I called in my order and the staff were very pleasant and thorough in taking my order. Decent amount of parking in front and I appreciated seeing the accessible ramp on the side for handicap accessibility or even strollers for young children. There is a large outdoor shaded seating area which was very pleasant as the inside gets quite congested with patrons placing their orders and waiting. I ordered the Litchfield Hilly and a small container of broccoli salad. The broccoli salad was very fresh with great textures, the staff was able to easily tell me all the ingredients when asked. The Litchfield Hilly was the bomb with jammed packed flavor; my only issue was that the roll like hot dog bun vessel didn't hold up well. Next time I would definitely get it again but on a different type of roll. I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!

Seating in back of Meraki
Jessica W.

The place was quaint and so inviting. With a nice outdoor seating area in back. I went with 3 of my gf's to pick up for for our Boujee picnic at Topsmead and we were not disappointed. The cauliflower bowl was absolutely delicious, so fresh and the taste was just sooooo good. Not a bite was left. Prices were also fair and the staff & customer service was excellent. Can't wait to go back!!

Rachyl D.

Favorite coffee spot in Litchfield! Parking can be a challenge but it's worth it for all of the delicious options inside!

Avocado toast and oat milk latte
Aniko N.

Great selection of breakfast and lunch food all day. The avocado toast was really nice.

Falafel sandwich
Sarah K.

I have been wanting to try this restaurant since we moved to the area a few years ago. We finally went to pick up takeout for lunch today. I was always kind of worried about the parking, but there are actually additional spaces in back if the ones in front are taken. They also have an outdoor area where we sat while we waited for our sandwiches. They've done a great job making an area right off a main road special and private. It was really hot today, so I appreciated the shade trees! The menu is right on a big board when you walk in. They have several different sandwiches (vegan and GF options available) along with soups of the day, a cold salad case, coffee drinks, and homemade treats. We went with the cubano, the falafel, some quinoa salad, and a magic bar. Service was super friendly and our food was brought out to us once it was ready. My falafel sandwich was amazing!! I loved the spices in the falafel and it had a good amount of veggies and yogurt sauce. They are making their own falafel and it shows. My fiancé said his cubano was the best he's ever had. They use real baked ham - not deli ham - and it makes a difference. He wished his sandwich was a little bit bigger, but that's a small gripe. The fresh basil was my favorite part of the quinoa salad. It really brightened it up. The quinoa was cooked perfectly. I would have liked a little more seasoning or dressing in the salad. And as for those magic bars? Pure magic, they were. Absolutely freaking amazing. We shared one and I wish we bought two. I don't know what took us so long to visit Meraki, but I can't wait to go back!

Rice bowl with fried egg...excellent!
MARK G.

This is the place that all the locals know about but won't tell you about...it's tiny, fabulous, and creative dishes! Shhhh. Don't tell anyone! They also do a great takeout business.

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Amazingly friendly and the food is some of the best locally fresh and healthy food. Highly recommended wholesome place to eat !!

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Good food and great service. The burrito was fresh and clean tasting with nice flavor.

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I never have been disappointed from soups to sandwiches to daily specials delicious.... very nice family owned business

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The best sandwich shop ever. Creative and incredibly flavorful offerings. Also loved the joia soda.

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Wow! Just had delicious pulled pork taco and the most amazing chocolate raspberry cupcake! The cupcake was light and fluffy--memorable!

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What a cute little place with excellent food. Went with my son, husband & granddaughter & everyone loved their meals.

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