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.

This is a medium size coffee shop in downtown Litchfield. People were nice. I ordered a black iced…read morecoffee. It was a bit above average, but not a craft coffee experience. 3.5 Stars

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.

The Penny Farthing Tea Room is an authentic charming and delicious British tea room. I can't say…read moreenough wonderful things about the food and service! The scones, cinnamon buns and pasties are AMAZING! The owners and staff create such a warm inviting atmosphere that you instantly feel like part of the family! Megan S

I had a disappointing experience here that future customers should be aware of. When I spoke with…read morea staff member, she consistently avoided eye contact, which came across as dismissive and unprofessional. This set an uncomfortable tone for the entire interaction. To make matters worse, the food I received wasn't the same as what I had ordered previously, and there seemed to be confusion about who handled the original order. I feel like the subsequent orders I placed were not as good as the first order when the "particular staff" who took the order was not aware who was placing the order. I feel there is a racial undertone here but can't say it outright to the staff because of plausible deniability. The lack of attention to detail and the inattentive service made me feel overlooked as a customer. Customers deserve clear communication, basic respect, and accuracy with their orders. Unfortunately, my experience fell short in all these areas. I hope the management takes steps to improve because these issues directly affect trust and satisfaction. Needless to say, I won't be coming back. There are a lot of cafes in the area. Too bad though because this is the closest establishment to our place.

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

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.

Such a cute place. The service was superb. I was a newbie and the woman was a tremendous help with…read morethe patience of a saint. My English muffin breakfast sandwich was better than I expected and so was my chocolate chip cookie coffee.

Came here all the way from California a couple summers ago with my pals and now we're fans for…read morelife. A true hole in the wall, local joint that you never forget. Unparalleled service and incredible bang for buck. Hoping to pay another visit this summer!

Tiny classic diner with Excellent breakfast that tastes better than home made. Their specials are…read moredelicious, their regular pancakes are gigantic and tasty. As a special treat they are the only restaurant that offers a variety of sour dough breads prepared by a local baker - Try their cheddar bacon toast with your meal. Best of all they are friendly and service is top notch! Limited hours and the kitchen closes 15 minutes before official closing time. Make the trip it is worth it!

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!

We really enjoy breakfast at Esme & Ruby's. It's changed hands, and therefore the menu has changed…read moreto a more Mexican based style. Everything I've had there is tasty. They don't have a lot of vegetarian/vegan items which is unfortunate. Some black beans added to this breakfast bowl special would have been lovely.

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

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!

Welcoming, very friendly and helpful staff. Busy but kept line moving. Small space indoors but nice…read moreback area to dine outdoors. Food was made on premises and very fresh. Reasonably priced. Will definitely go back soon

My family enjoyed a delightful lunch at Meraki today! The Litchfield Hilly is positively…read morescrumptious and hits on every dimension - the meat is tender and flavorful, the roll is soft and buttery and everything works beautifully together. The front of house is warm and professional and Martin is a brilliant chef. We can't wait to return!

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!