Come here for a no frills, classic diner breakfast experience! Cash only - reasonable prices, large portions and friendly service. I had the Western omelet which was 3 eggs w/ ham, onions pepper + cheese plus a side of toast and potatoes. All delicious and more than I could finish! read more

Patricia's Restaurant - Western omelet - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Typical mom and pop breakfast pancake place. Owners serve and cook the food for you. You really feel the mom and pop atmostphere in thia place. They seem to have many regulars coming in. read more

Great service. Food came out quick and hot. Delicious coffee. Perfect portions, great prices. Not a single bad thing to say.

Diner, good food, good service... Prices are very cheap, service was fast and friendly.. Small cozy restaurant.. I ordered 2 scrabble eggs, with home fries and bacon.. Big portions, everything cooked to order. I really like this place and this was my first time here. Cash only establishment, but it's an ATM machine by the front door. read more

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Breakfast sandwiches are great and reasonably priced. Nice little breakfast spot for a quick bite read more

Patricia's Restaurant - Bacon and Egg Sandwich - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Met best friend, Pots & Pans, for breakfast. I drove down from Windsor Locks; he drove up from Astoria. Limited street parking in the area. We arrived just before 8:30. My first impression was Twilight Zoneish, in that the restaurant was totally empty. Not a good sign. Possibly, as P & P suggested, it was because Yalies were on winter break. Still... Cozy atmosphere run by husband and wife. My western omelet was very good, home fries just okay (not spiced and not very hot). P & P thought his blueberry pancakes were very good. His side of sausage good. Prices were all over the place. For example, a side order of CBH (from a can) for $6 seemed high, but a large orange juice only $2.50. Many other examples. Service good (only two other customers came in while we were there). Coffee also good. Maybe business picks up when Yalies return. read more

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I found this place on a search via yelp. I come in solo as I'm trying to be intentional about exploring Conneticut as it'll be my home for the next 4 years. Me - "Hello!" "What would you like?" In a very crass and unwelcoming tone. "A menu?" I grab a seat and instead of coming over to get my order she's screaming, "what would you like" from behind the bar. I should have walked out then but I'm a bit embarrassed at this point as the only black person in a barely filled diner. Another person comes in. Different ethnicity. Completely different disposition. "Hi How are you!" Walks over to the table, gets their order. Will I ever eat here again? Never. Never. And then to make it worse, the food is completely underwhelming and lacking flavor. I left 95% of the food behind. Doesn't have the charm of a diner or a mom and pop spot. Very disappointed in my experience here. read more

We had breakfast here because it was close to our hotel. They are cash only, but prices are pretty affordable. Standard diner food at great prices. read more

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Patricia's is a classic, excellent staple of New Haven. The food is good - so is the service. It has a cool, rustic, diner vibe. I love just popping in and sitting at the counter for breakfast. 5/5 every time read more

Very true to what other reviewers mentioned- Fast, cheap but still delicious breakfast option Went on a Saturday morning Got coffee right away.. and ordered their western omelette! Totally came out to be 11~12 dollar w the coffee! They don't have a big selection but enough for a diner like breakfast! Cash only Will definitely be back if in the area read more

Patricia's Restaurant - a breakfast of eggs, toast and coffee - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

I had the western omelette with American cheese...and it was fantastic! It was filled with tons of ham, peppers, onion and cheese, and had great flavor. Home fries were great. Cash only, didn't bring the check to the table, had to go to counter. read more

Classic diner with a very friendly staff and tasty home style food. Prices are very reasonable for the food you receive. If you are looking for a home style diner with great food and service, I highly recommend Patricia's. read more

Fair food, fair prices. I could not tell if this was a greasy spoon, Yale university, or Hogwarts, with all the variations of customer that eat here. One minute you will see a man with a lunch pale, the next you see a bunch of 20 something kids in sharp suits. After that, a typical student in Yale bulldog garb. Then there is me. The food comes out rather quickly, but none of it is worth talking about. I was happy to eat some breakfast and then get on with my day. Cash only here folks, and there is an ATM out front in case this review goes over your head. read more

Really good food, at a very good price. Simple diner, good friendly service. Filling food, good coffee.

Exactly what you might expect from a mom and pop operation. Good food, friendly service and a fair price.

Patricias's is the the epitome of breakfast food! It's a simple, classic restaurant and had everything I was looking for from a breakfast. The pancakes were honestly the best I had T-T super soft and homemade :') It was affordable and delicious, highly recommend. Service was quick and straight to the point, remember to bring cash since they're cash only! read more

Patricia's Restaurant - 2 Eggs Any Style, Short Stack Plain, Pancakes Sausage - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Those prices are out of this world affordable. No frills yum yum breakfast. We got a bacon and egg sando, sausage and egg sando, and short stack for the table. Good and quick service. Cute diner! Found out about it on reddit and was luckily right next door to our hotel. read more

I have been a patron of Patricia's for the last 30 years and will continue. Going there and being waiting on by Betsy or one of her boys who are now adult men has always been a joy. is he remembers my name and those of my spouse and kids. Pre-COVID the wait for a seat at counter, booth or table was well worth the wait. My go-to? Eggs scrambled with hash well done, bacon and a hot cup of tea. Kids enjoyed the short stack of pancakes and husband's breaks always varied. Restaurant is always clean, service fast and food hot and delicious. Parking in new haven is always atrocious but Patricia's is worth feeding the meter. read more

Great old timey coffee shop . Breakfast was reasonably priced and coffee was good. Waitress was very nice.

Cute diner style restaurant. It's cash only which to most is a deterrent. It's right near campus and the shopping district. Not much parking but if you are walking, then stop by. read more

The place was literally next door to the hotel I stayed in, so you can't beat location. Before you keep reading there's something you need to know: they only accept cash. I ordered the Western omelette and it was great. It also took a second to be ready. If you're looking for great breakfast, fast and inexpensive, Patricia's is the place. read more

Patricia's Restaurant - Western omelette. - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Favorite breakfast spot around! I have been several times now and have enjoyed everything I have ordered. The scrambled eggs are amazing and the breakfast sausage is the best I've ever had at a diner. Also, I am not typically a pancake fan, but I really enjoy the pancakes here. Highly recommend if you are in the area - fast service & delicious food! read more

Patricia's Restaurant - Scrambled eggs, sausage, corned beef hash, homefries, blueberry pancakes - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Good breakfast food. Old fashion dining experience. Simple but tasty breakfast. Staff was nice

Warning: Cash only. There is an ATM onsite but as usual there is a fee so it's best to be prepared ahead of time. This place is CHEAP and for the price it was better than I expected. On a Sunday morning during the summer it was quite busy, but we got a bar seat with no wait. I can imagine that this place is even more bustling during the academic year. Simple, filling breakfast. Think, mom and pop Denny's, but cheaper and less menu items. read more

I had Western omelette with home fries and toast; with coffee cost $11.50. It was good like you make at home. It was also quick. Waitress very good at her job and cook the same. Place is dated but clean and has a diner bar plus booths. Right next to Courtyard Marriott near Yale so convenient as well. Good place to get a hearty breakfast read more

Suuuuch a solid place for breakfast in New Haven. This is a true family restaurant... you can tell everyone here loves doing what they do, and it also shows in their food. I had a simple egg sandwich, but their combination of sausage, American cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs on toast went way above and beyond. They also have a great selection of omelets that come with some of the greatest home fries you'll ever eat. Prices are cheap, the menu is a good size, and you just can't beat the overall atmosphere at this staple in New Haven. Oh, and the chocolate chip pancakes are good enough to order every single time. Hole in the wall spot that I wish I could visit over and over! read more

Right next to our hotel, quietly nestled in a bright in a red brick/ white vinyl siding facade with a bright blue sign is the perfect college town greasy spoon. Hearty and cheap breakfasts for those on a budget beckon both townie and preppie, ragged men and visiting lecturers, readers of the New Haven register and blackberries. This is true democracy over honest, gut busting fare. $2.50 for 2 eggs, hash browns, toast. At these prices, what's there not to like? Yes, of course, the omelet was over grilled. My eggs over easy was dripping with oil. The corned beef hash was salty and hard. But what counts is that we were more than full, ready to take on whatever life was going to throw our way this wonderful spring morning. Service was pleasant and accommodating. read more

Patricia's Restaurant - Eggs over easy with corned beef hash - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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No gyros! I had to say that first since I walked in thinking there was gyros since it was a greek diner. That being said, what it is is a great hole in the wall Greek diner with very inexpensive, very tasty comfort food. It's right across the street from the Yale Barnes & Noble and definitely warrants going to get a quick bite or even a full late night dinner. read more

If you ever find yourself near or on the campus of Yale University this is a MUST place to visit. It's the ultimate "mom and pop" restaurant with great food and excellent service. We were only in town for a couple of days but this is our family's favorite breakfast spot. I can't praise this place enough! read more

Great little place husband cooks & wife tends counter. Food arrives fast. The pair seem to work in tandem and made our event go much smoother because I could send my team to compete with a good wholesome breakfast. Service was on point! Food standard menu nothing niche or exotic. But if you want a hot buttery stack of pancakes with a side of turkey bacon to start your trip around Yale. I would recommend this establishment to anyone looking for a great start to their day. We had a group of 15 and everyone had their food in a timely manner. Keep up the great work! read more

I stopped in on a recent business trip to get a bite of lunch. Once I stepped inside the door I thought there might be something unique about this little nondescript diner since it was packed with locals. There was one woman covering all the tables so service wasn't speedy but she was very polite. After reviewing the menu I selected the Reuben Special, corned beef on rye with fries & a Diet Coke. The can of Coke arrived at the table a few minutes later with a large glass of ice to pour it in. Shortly after that the waitress returned with my order. I have to say the sandwich was impressive. Piled high with moist, hot corned beef and a generous helping of thick crispy fries. While the venue may not be fancy the food was delicious with generous portions, served by a very nice woman that made you feel at home. But when the check came was the real surprise! One deluxe cheeseburger and two Reuben Specials with fries all around and three soft drinks $26!!! If you are looking for good food at a fair price and don't get hung up on fancy this is the place to go. I travel a lot and I can tell you anytime I'm back in town, I'm coming to this little gem! read more

This place was very cheap, very fast and overall very good! It was simple breakfast food; I got the short stack pancakes(2) with scrambled eggs as a side. The service was also very good and quick! I would definitely come back here for breakfast food if I go back to New Haven! read more

Lovely, cozy, home style breakfast joint. Passing through New Haven and was looking for a smaller, no bs, classic bf joint and this place hit the spot. Everyone that walked in, but me, appeared to be a regular, and the waitress knew everyone's order as soon as they walked in. The place is nice and warm. Coffee is hot and fresh. I got the eggs and corned beef hash which was exactly what I would expect out of a classic breakfast spot. Nothin fancy, or "foodie" or "instagram ready" , just absolutely delicious. read more

I hadn't set my expectations high walking into Patricia's. It's a diner, and it's next to possibly the most hideously yellow building I've ever seen (El Amigo Felix, that's another story). But I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food, and the place has a homey, unassuming atmosphere that's perfect for weekend breakfast. I came here for Sunday brunch around 11, and we didn't have trouble getting a table, though the place was busy enough. Coffee's $1 and tastes like coffee will taste for $1, and the blueberry pancakes I had were yummy! I'm not an egg person, but I've heard omelettes are also good here, and their corned beef sandwich sounded good. The service was sort of anti-diner. I usually expect the check to come out with the food at places like this, but we actually had to ask our server for the tab! He was a little negligent when it came to checking in on our table, but not in an unpleasant way. Oh, and watch out for the phone; it rings loudly and is way irritating (what are people calling Patricia's to ask, anyway?!). Go to Patricia's for a cheap brunch with good friends; it's easy, it's comfy, and nothing cures a hangover or a head cold like maple syrup or eggs on toast! read more

Our family calls this The Breakfast Place. It is exactly the kind of spot we look for in any town: simple, inexpensive, excellent homefries, homey service. It's right next to Holiday Inn, walking distance from most any hotel in New Haven. Right across from Yale's gym, it gets a good crowd of sportsters from other colleges and universities in town for competitions. Also gets a big after-worship crowd around 10:30 or 11 am from nearby churches - colorful outfits and hats galore! Short of it: best deal in town, especially for breakfast. read more

Perfect place to sit at the bar and grab a quick, cheap breakfast. No frills, but the food comes up fast and is well prepared. Note: They don't take credit cards, but you'll probably be able to settle your check with some of the change lying around in the center console of your car. read more

I finally went to Patricia's, after first hearing about it several months ago. It was described to me as good breakfast food (especially for those hangover mornings) for CHEAP! And I was certainly not disappointed when I saw their menu selection/pricing. Since it was my first time, I opted for the classic 2 eggs with toast and homefries. This cost me a whopping $2, plus $1 for coffee. The plate appeared as a reasonable portion, just enough to be satiated without feeling starved or overly stuffed. I do plan to return, several times, and try their omelettes (between 4.50 - 5.00 for 3 eggs, toast, AND homefries!) as well as pancakes/french toast. Now, eggs are eggs, so there's not much to say about those. The toast appeared to be regular wonderbread-esque, buttered with a grape jam. The homefries were somewhat cubed and somewhat mushy potatoes with onions interspersed. And the coffee was a bit watery. Obviously, it was no fancy-shmancy meal, but it was more than fitting for the cost. Quite a few people streamed in during hte duration of my meal, and they seemed to be quite friendly with the staff (of 2 people). So it seems like a great neighbourhood place, with a very relaxed atmosphere and reliable food offerings. read more

It was clean and the food was good not great. Ive never understood breakfast places that dont serve grits! The service wasn't good. Don't expect a warm welcome or big smiles because you won't find that here. read more

Patricia's Restaurant - Down home feel - Diners Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Let me preface this by saying that I was visiting from New York City. THESE PRICES ARE UNBEATABLE. I honestly can't believe that for less than $25, my boyfriend and I shared 3 full brunch entrees, a juice, and a cappuccino. The breakfast potatoes are so yummy and the pancakes are so fluffy! Also, the toast comes buttered! Oh so delicious. This is such a solid diner, and I like that I'm supporting what seems to be an old family-run establishment. Cash only! read more

Basic breakfast. Can't beat the prices and the eggs over easy were done just right. Bacon is chewy. I'll go back, but I hope they have rye toast. Is that asking too much? Breakfast and lunch only, I think. read more