I sniffed in here with dad and we got java and pastries…read more The CANNOLI BAR candy bar tasted more white chocolate style and had shrapnel from a cannoli shell. It was not my jam but could work for some. They offer real maple syrup from the White family for a $1.00 charge. I do not know if my MAPLE _________ latte had it or not, but it was too legit to quit. Not too sweet either. Clear maple taste. Whole milk requested. Served in a mug with quality java. RATING = A. The interior is country quaint basic and not going overboard but rather erring simple and open without crowding with stuff. The location is great at the bottom of the slope in downtown. APPLE FRITTER with MAPLE GLAZE: -- I would have preferred a plain cake donut or old-fashioned cake with maple glaze, but this was good -- semi-firm -- medium-sized -- moderate amount of maple glaze has authentic color and taste -- not a sugar bomb -- dark color to bread -- not soft inside, medium-soft inside -- up to medium sweet -- not oily or greasy, tastes more on "slightly" healthy style RATING = A- SFOGLIATELLE pastry: -- this clam shell looking pastry is filled with sweet ricotta cheese -- moderate amount of cheese -- lightly sweet -- tasty -- bread is semi-firm -- I am more of a Zeppole fan, but this is good RATING = A They have bags of Ethiopian coffee which is funny because everywhere we go we see Ethiopian coffee for sale lately. The last time was in September in Portland, Oregon.

Definitely 5 stars from my first visit, but I don't give 5 unless I go to a place a few times…read more A wonderful woman welcomed us, gave my lils a small cookie and made two delicious cappuccinos for my husband and I. Very friendly service, clean area and clean bathroom. So glad we stopped here. Next time in the are I will definitely be back!m The other desserts looked amazing! The cookies and the giant peanut butter cookie was delicious as well.

Best focaccia I've ever had! All their breads. The carrot cookie. But that tomato focaccia is…read moreheavenly. We finished it before we even walked out of that place! Pillowy. Oozing with olive oil and freshness. Can't get over it. Would drive an hour just for that and Arethusa ice cream. A very special spot. 5 stars!!!

I recently worked with Allison at The Bakehouse on a custom sugar cookie order. 100 cookies for a…read more75th anniversary picnic and the experience was wonderful from start to finish. The cookies were not only beautifully done but also incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. When I arrived to pick up the order, I was instantly welcomed by the most amazing aroma filling the bakery. it smelled so good, I wanted to try one of everything! You can tell everything is made fresh with care and quality ingredients. Allison was great to work with, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail and friendly service. I'll definitely be back to visit the bakery again soon!

Who knew you could experience one of the most classic British pastimes just 40 minutes away from…read moreHartford? Tea and scones, British style. This is what we came across while driving through the little town of Morris, Connecticut. Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery is an adorable little British themed tea house. The best part? The three ladies running their business are all Brits! Alison, Clare and Deb are so welcoming and they come complete with their authentic British dialects. The inside is very small, homey and comfortable. There's so much British decor and delicate fine china everywhere. Their menu is broad with an assortment of tea of course, scones, sandwiches, soups and salads. I got the Rose Lemonade tea, with a scone. It came with a side of jam and cream. The presentation is stunning. Everything arrived on beautiful fine china, even the little dish for the honey. My friend also got their Chicken Salad Sandwich. I am so impressed, the scone was so fresh and tasty on its own, but adding that jam takes it to a new level. The tea was flavorful and rich. My friend also enjoyed her sandwich, I tried a bit, it was scrumptiously good. We had a lovely time at Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery, it is truly an experience to spend some time here.

Not gonna lie, my wife dragged me here and I ended up loving it. Place has a really cool vibe --…read morewell decorated without being over the top. We got the mango cardamom tea, which I was skeptical about but ended up being really good, and the lemon blueberry scones were legitimately excellent. Owner was super friendly and welcoming -- the kind of place where you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.

Relax cozy vibe. Coffee flights and good staff. Got a bacon egg and cheese crescent sandwich and…read moreit was delicious!

Great menu terrible workers. Get my order wrong 3 out of 5 times and when I called to let them…read moreknow they couldn't have cared less. I will spend my money elsewhere

I love trying out new coffee shops around the state and this one takes the cake. The staff were…read moresuper nice and friendly. It's a small spot but convenient for to go orders. They have so many yummy coffee options I def need to come back and try more, but can confirm my blueberry cinnamon crumble tasted just like a blueberry coffee cake and I wanted to swoon with happiness. My onion bagel with chive cream cheese was toasted and schmeared perfectly with half schmear and I am in love.

This place is good for the only local bagel shop around but it's extremely unorganized…read more There is never a clear line to order food and not a big enough area to wait for pickup. The wait for food and coffee is always at least 15-20 minutes even if you call ahead. They have a large selection of coffee flavors on the wall but every time I've come they never have 3/4 of them and the hot flavors are not the same as what they have for cold flavors. The people who work here....some are nice, some are rude af, some are just weird. I just left here and after asking what two different flavors were like the guy had no idea...nothing to tell me about it. He said I'll just have to find out. My order has been wrong here plenty of times as well. I will ask specifically for a hot coffee and get a cold. I will ask for butter and get cream cheese. Simple things but easy things to just get right. I've also never been to bagel store that runs out of bagels but then I realized that they don't cook their bagels on site here. They get them shipped here from another location. I come here just because there is no other bagel store in town but they could do much better.

Without a doubt one of the best breakfasts in NW CT. I make it a point to visit anytime I'm in the…read moreTorrington area. Angie makes a bangin' omellette and homefries at an unbeatable price. Stop in next time you're nearby. You won't be disappointed.

Went for breakfast this morning! Got there around 9 and grabbed a table right away. Service was…read moregreat! I didn't catch our waitresses name but she was as so so sweet! There are only three booths, a four top and two top table and about 8 counter stools so come early or be prepared to wait! We ordered biscuits and gravy with poached eggs, country fried steak and a pancake to split. I will say the pancake was awesome (and huge), fluffy but also substantial and great flavor! The gravy was a bit runny/loose but the biscuits were good and my poached eggs were cooked well! Overall I'd definitely come back and try other things on the menu!

Went to "Gringos Bar". Drinks and service were truly amazing, the bartender on Thursday is amazing!…read more Super pleasant, and made great drinks. We tried a handful of food Onion soups were really good, served in a much larger bowl than the normal crock but had the typical bread/melted cheese. The soup was sweet and peppery which is my favorite. The mussels marinara were ok, the marinara was think and didn't go well with the mussels. Lemon chicken dinner was really good. Took it to go and heated at home but was tender and tasty! The folks next to us had burgers, they looked good but didn't try myself so will have to go back!

They are currently closed no longer in service. They became senior ponchos…read more They had a wonderful breakfast and lunch menu, but for some reason, they decided to shut down and become a senior ponchos. I don't get it.

I love matcha, I drink it at home regularly, so very many cafes end up burning the matcha by adding…read moretoo hot water. This place is different, for the first time in years I found a place that respects the matcha and doesn't burn it, simply wonderful!

Local hidden gem in the the West End of Bristol CT. There is 1 hour free parking in front of café…read more Do not be fooled by the construction and the area....inside the cafe, it's absolutely beautiful and meticulously clean... very good vibes in here.... they have a straightforward coffee menu, I noticed many ppl getting churros, so there are small treats you can order from the kitchen. We were told about the patio out back, which, OMG, it sits on the River, completely private with such a nice sized space. I chose dark roast beans and coffee to drink and also brought home a classic mug. It remained busy because it's such a great coffee bean!!! And there was a mix of guests who stayed and sat on their computer, visited with friends, and enjoyed this delightful spot. A MUST TRY FOR COFFEE LOVERS! you will love it! Thanks Cafe Real for being a part of the Bristol Community

Cute little cafe, very friendly staff. Food was great, the latte was great, and loved all the…read moregluten free options. The owner was so friendly and kind. We loved the small town charm and how busy the cafe was with the locals.

Amazing customer service, especially when compared to their competition, and even better food-…read moreespecially the breakfast sandwich. I get the impression that greater care is put into the preparation of the food as well as the operation of the business than other, locally-owned breakfast options. The breakfast sandwich- add tomato and avocado- is fantastic and will keep me returning to Meraki when in the area. Thanks for being kind, calm and respectful. I also value the very chilled and relaxed vibe of the small restaurant- it's like stepping back in time.

This is an updated review based upon my first visit to Krafted's new location in the same building…read more I suggested their old location wouldn't win any beauty contests. Well now, they're Miss Freakin' America. The space is gorgeous. And they aced the talent competition too. I almost exclusively drink iced coffee, and I don't always love Iced Americanos. But here, they were up front about the fact that it would be an Iced Americano, when some places are sneaky about it. I appreciate that. I also liked that they offered three single origins as options. I went with the Papua New Guinea. It was great. Krafted is serious about coffee. Now they have a serious location too. 5 Stars

This tiny shop serves the absolute best latte I've had in Connecticut or elsewhere for that matter…read more This is truly the definition of a hidden gem! This coffee roaster is tucked away on the side of a building and offers the best beans you will get anywhere. They roast their own in house and so far my husband and I have tried the Bantam, Mexico and Nicaragua blends and all are fantastic and so unique. Our go to order is the maple latte which I will rave about until the end of time to everyone. They also have a small but delicious selection of baked goods to choose from but our personal favorite are the chocolate chip cookies! The workers and owner are also so kind and have great recommendations! Krafted Brew Lab is a must visit!