Best breakfast sandwich i think ive ever had. Added a hash brown on top of my sandwich and it had…read morethe best seasoning in the world. Absolutely sucked down my blueberry refresher, it was amazing. Very cool ambiance inside, nice wooden rustic texture. Services was ight

"I walked in, the baker said everything was sold I found out…read moreshe saved me some sweet jelly roll Yes, the baker shop boogie" (Willie Nix) Since we're friends, let me ask you a personal question--so tell me this: what's your official dessert policy? Are you a "dessert is a human right" kind of person who enjoys something sweet every night after dinner? Do you ceremoniously pair your evening coffee with a treat like it's a sacred ritual? Or are you more of a free range snacker who grazes on cookies and pastries whenever the mood strikes? At our place, we've somehow drifted into the habit of having a bakery item most nights. Could be a cookie. Could be a pastry. Could be a slice of something. All this brings me to yesterday's visit to the Hartford Baking Company in South Windsor, where we are now pretty well stocked for a week's worth of upcoming desserts, and maybe a breakfast or two. They have four locations in the Greater Hartford area, all selling the same amazing product line of bread, ciabatta, and rolls. But for the sweet tooth fiends out there, well get psyched for their scones, muffins, Walnut Coffee Cake, Financiers (a French almond cookie), brownies and bars, cookies, biscotti, shortbreads, Danish, Cinnamon buns, Pecan-Walnut Sticky Buns, Brioche Pastries, fruit tarts, and quiches. We were running errands in South Windsor yesterday, popped into Hartford Baking, and walked out with a bounty of wonderful looking goodies- brownies, a croissant, a chocolate banana muffin, a rectangular Financier, and a slice of coffee cake. We should be set for a while in the dessert department. I had the Financier last night, and never having heard of the word before, I consulted the old Google machine for some research and found a very cool origin-story. In the late 1800's there was a pastry shop located near the Paris Stock Exchange. The shop sold very popular small almond cakes that were baked in small rectangular molds resembling gold bars. They were a hit with the busy bankers who frequented his shop. The name "financier" stuck because of both the clientele and the gold bar shape. I have to tell ya, that Financier was amazing. It was dense and delicious and overflowing with almond flavor. I loved it. I also had a teense of the Banana Muffin this morning, and it was excellent as well. Loved that banana flavor and those chocolate chips. OK, so file away "Hartford Bakery" on your short list of "must visit" dessert destinations, because I assure you that you'll walk out a satisfied customer.

You can never go wrong with Dom's been going here for years. Now since it won best breakfast…read morerestaurant in Connecticut it's easy but the wait isn't too long as you would think which is a great thing. The Staff is very kind and attending. This is definitely a hidden Gem.

We love this place. It's a cozy breakfast place where everyone's super friendly (just like how they…read moreshow in movies ) Their food is simple but amazing. I especially love their coffee.

Great local deli near the Marriott. Was looking for a quick to go place nearby and AJs came up…read more Happy to try a local non chain sandwich shop. Tons of choices to pick from. I went with the Blackbird on plain white bread. Sandwich was freshly made and tasted great. I loved the chipolte gouda cheese and blackened turkey. Plenty of flavor in this sandwich.

GREAT sandwiches right off the highway! Quick and friendly service. Will definitely be back!read more

In a small shopping center - this great breakfast deli hides away! If you go before sunrise - the…read moreparking lot is pitched black - but the scary darkness is worth it. They have a great selection of bagels and breakfast sandwiches. Service is quick also - even when they are busy.

Visiting my Mom and was hungry. I looked up bagels and Yelp and found Isaac's. Glad I did. Place…read morewas bustling. They had cornmeal bagels which intrigued me. Got inebriated with cream cheese and it was great. Bought a dozen to bring home. The mozzarella bagel was unique and very yummy. If you're in the area stop by you will not be disappointed.

The food is great and friendly service. Their meat is halal which is a huge plus. Plenty of variety…read morefrom wraps to sandwiches, from burgers to paninis and shawarma/gyro platters. Only downside is limited seating area.

We were looking for a late-night snack and saw shakes and wings on the menu. We initially ordered…read morethe mango sunrise and another one Unfortunately, they were out of the one I ordered. The staff member offered to create a drink I would enjoy. He was right. We also decided to add some fries to our order. It turned out to be a great late-night snack. They loved the teriyaki wings, while I enjoyed the buffalo wings, which had a nice kick without being too spicy. The shakes are Rich fruit smoothies. The service was excellent, and the staff was friendly. We took it to go, and everyone liked the food. The prices were reasonable for West Hartford as well.

Republic Gastro Pub was the perfect spot for two childhood friends meeting up in Bloomfield, along…read morewith their husbands, and it could not have been better. There's always a little pressure when a dinner is part reunion, part catch-up, part "please let the restaurant be good enough to match the occasion," and Republic absolutely came through. The whole evening was fantastic. Shane took great care of us and struck that perfect balance of being attentive, personable, and making everything feel easy. He helped the night flow in a way that let us relax, laugh, catch up, and enjoy ourselves without ever feeling rushed. The dinners across the table were a hit, but my Moroccan lamb special was next-level. It was one of those meals where you take a bite and immediately stop mid-conversation because your full attention has been redirected to the plate. The flavors were rich, layered, and so unexpectedly good that I'm still thinking about it. Everyone loved their meal, the atmosphere made it easy to settle in and enjoy the evening, and the prices felt very reasonable, especially for how good the whole experience was. All in, Republic Gastro Pub gave us exactly what you hope for in a night like that: great food, great service, lots of laughs, and a dinner worthy of the reunion

Overall, great restaurant. I had a hard time picking my drinks and food because everything looked…read morevery good and unique. The drinks in particular were very well balanced and thoughtfully curated. Ambience was cozy and upscale, with some prices to suggest this restaurant may be better suited for special occasions rather than your regular hang. Service was just-ok. No complaints but nothing special either, and the table near the door that we sitting at was probably near a heating vent because it was a little uncomfortably warm. Overall, yes, I would go back to dine here and I would recommend Republic Gastropub.

One of the best chicken cutlets I've had in years for under $15 -- the corn beef hash is great…read more French toast - breakfast sandwiches - bakery stuff - it's all good. Specials are special - everything is really good. Every time.

Mojo's is one of those rare breakfast-and-lunch gems that feels less like a restaurant and more…read morelike stepping into your mom's kitchen if your mom happened to be an elite short‑order chef with serious flavor skills. I go all the time, and every visit hits the same way: comforting, consistent, and full of that small‑town charm you can't fake. The breakfast tacos are my personal obsession packed, flavorful, and somehow both hearty and fresh at the same time. And the chicken cutlet? Perfectly crispy, perfectly seasoned, and the kind of thing you think about later in the day like a little food daydream. The staff keeps things moving with kindness and ease, and the whole place has that "everyone knows your name" vibe without trying too hard. It's the kind of spot where you settle in, sip your coffee, and feel like you're part of the town heartbeat. If you want a place that serves comfort, community, and seriously good food, Mojo's is it.

Best brewery I've been to so far in the Hartford area and I've been to at least a dozen. Unique…read morevariety. Tastes like top notch homebrew. Their lighter beers have complex subtle flavors where most breweries would just have token light beers for non craft beer drinkers. Nice outdoor space and a whole food menu. Bartender calls it "Baskin Robbin's of Beer" and he'll give you as many samples as you want to help you decide.

Came here after a work meeting. Driving in parking can be a bit tight. But you can also park on the…read morestreet. The team got a few drinks that they enjoyed and the boss order some apps that were good. Inside was spacious and I think they got two bars. There is plenty of seating also. I ordered the cheese steak wrap with tots and it was really good. When you order your food, they would send you a text when your food is ready for pick up. Overall a good place to have a drink and have a bite eat.

Loved this wrap, bowl and smoothie shop in Hartford. Staff were nice, food is reasonably priced and…read moresuper healthy. The place is a small grab and go location, so there might not be seating if you go at a busy time. Love the build your own options, perfect for vegans and vegetarians! Better quality food than other similar concept places. I would highly recommend!

"She's like sweet water runnin' Baby, won't you come and…read moreGive a dyin' man a drink?" (Straight Lines) Sweetwater Salad Bar made a bad experience "good" today when they pivoted and made a great customer service decision. They have a deep menu with all sorts of customizable Smoothies, three kinds of toasts, and Wraps. We went for lunch today and decided on a "to go" order of their Avocado Toast. We paid our $5.84 and waited for the order to be assembled. After a few minutes, a manager approached us to say they couldn't make the avocado toast because they had run out of bread. Now... since you can't really make an Avocado Toast, Peanut Butter Banana Toast, or Hummus Toast without toast, and you can't really make toast without bread, we understood why they couldn't give us the order we had already paid for. But they made things right by offering us something else, so we opted for a chicken quesadilla which we received for no additional charge. The quesadilla was good with a nice mix of chicken and cheese. IMPROVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES Obviously, inventory management comes to mind, and if they run out of bread, that information should be conveyed to the entire staff so everyone is on the same page about what is and is not available, what can and cannot be made, and what should and should not be paid for.

I pulled in at 8:45 PM on a Sunday. They said they're open till nine. The food was great service…read morewas great thank God the hours matched.

I was really looking to trying this spot out for the first time, but it was pretty underwhelming…read more The style of the venue was fitting, but I didn't realize it was cafeteria style. I felt like it took away from what the experience should have been for $50 dollars worth of food. I got the ribs, brisket, mac and cheese, broccoli salad and the smoked wings. Ribs were top tier and I wish I just got a half rack of them as the brisket was dry and flavorless. Had to have it smothered in the BBQ sauce to have it taste like anything. The sauce was amazing but good meat shouldn't need a ton of sauce. Mac and Cheese was so bland we needed to add salt to it. Smoked chicken wings were above average but nothing I would be running back for and didn't have a strong smoky flavor. There are better options out there for a kick as wing. For the price, I was expecting to have my socks blown off and that did not happen. Better smokehouse places in CT that knock it out of the park with flavorful sides and meats.