Who doesn't serve breakfast all day? I thought breakfast was by far the most profitable meal of…read morethe day and hence restaurants would never NOT serve breakfast. No matter, we were there before 11AM so we were served breakfast. The server we had was excellent she was a former employee of the Coffee Break which was the old restaurant in this location. The place is LOUD. The decor is new and refreshed. There is NO WHEEL CHAIR ACCESS (which surprised me as they just renovated the place. One would think the Town of Clinton would have required it.) I had the Breakfast Wrap with sausage and american cheese. It was good and filling. $7.00 (in May 2026) My companion had the Quinoa Omelette pictured 1/2 eaten ($14.75 in May 2026) which was good. The home fries had a little too much salt but were otherwise excellent. Personally when there is salt actually on the table, I always wonder why the cook just lightly dusts with salt as I can add more. We also ordered a fresh fruit cup which had grapes purple and green, strawberries, and a few hard pieces of honey dew melon. $6.50 (May 2026) In May 2026 the hours are 0700-1430 MON - SAT 0700-1200 SUN ****WARNING**** They stop servicing breakfast items at 11AM They do take credit cards BUT... They used to take it right at the table now, they don't which means you wait to pay. Bad move on the owner's part. There is plenty of free parking. I imagine there will be waits once the summer season gets going so plan to wait (maybe on the weekends)?

Superior food, amazing atmosphere!! Absolutely loved this find. Everything was excellent and…read moreservice was fab!

Wanted to stop in for breakfast but my appointments went long and wound up coming in during the…read morelunch hour. But since we had breakfast on our minds we decided to go for it. The Shanty sure is a lot of food, with three large pancakes. Was very nice. Seated right away and served quickly. I guess because we had beaten the lunch rush.

Had a delicious lasagna special. Comes with a Caesar Salad…read moreand garlicky bread. With a soda and a turkey melt sandwich with Russian Dressing and Hamburger veggies Barley soup which was delicious!

My wife and I had a great meal at 374 when we spent a day in Niantic. We started with the buffalo…read morewings, which were excellent. Crispy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. My wife ordered the tomato soup, which she also said was very flavorful. I had the hot and cold lobster roll combo and loved the option to try both styles. The lobster was fresh, generously portioned, and delicious! The cocktails were also outstanding and complemented the meal perfectly. The restaurant has a very cute, welcoming vibe and we stopped by between lunch and dinner times, so it was not busy. It was perfect. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Niantic!

I have struggled with whether to write this review because this has become one of our favorite…read morelocal restaurants over the last year. In fact, one of the reasons we kept coming back was because this was one of the very few local restaurants that I believed truly understood celiac disease and took gluten-free dining seriously. However, as someone with celiac disease, I feel a responsibility to share my experience because what I have encountered goes far beyond a one-time mistake. Several months ago, we ordered takeout and I tested three separate items that were represented as gluten-free: tacos, a wedge salad, and a pop tart dessert. Most was already naturally gluten free. All three tested positive for gluten. These tests are not cheap, costing approximately $12 each, so this was not something I did lightly. I contacted the restaurant and spoke directly with the head chef. She was professional, understanding, and seemed genuinely concerned. She thanked me for bringing it to her attention and even mentioned that she planned to order a test herself because she could not understand how those items would contain gluten. Because of that conversation, I chose not to leave a review. I genuinely believed the issue would be investigated and corrected, and I wanted to give the restaurant the opportunity to make things right. Unfortunately, a later visit resulted in a positive gluten test on the smoked fish appetizer. Most recently, I returned again and tested several items. The calamari tested negative, but my gluten-free tacos once again tested positive for gluten. At this point, I have simply been glutened one too many times by a restaurant that I genuinely wanted to trust. What makes this especially difficult is that this restaurant presents itself as understanding celiac disease. I was told that members of the restaurant's family, including a daughter, have celiac disease. Hearing that gave me confidence that gluten-free orders would be taken seriously and that proper precautions would be in place. That is what makes these repeated positive gluten tests so confusing and disappointing. When a restaurant claims to understand celiac disease, I expect more than simply offering gluten-free menu items. I expect systems that actually prevent gluten contamination. After multiple positive gluten tests across multiple visits and after bringing my concerns directly to management months ago, it is difficult for me to reconcile those claims with my actual experiences. During my most recent visit, the waitress was kind and helpful, and I appreciate the way she handled the situation. However, I was told that a manager would come speak with me, and no manager ever did. My tacos were removed because they tested positive for gluten, yet I was still charged for them after deciding to take them home (for my non celiac hubby) rather than have them thrown away. In the end, I received a discount, but only after spending nearly $50 on gluten tests during that visit alone. As I write this, I am sitting here sad, frustrated, and in pain, knowing exactly what the next couple of weeks are likely going to look like for me. People often do not see what happens after someone with celiac disease is exposed to gluten. We do not go into anaphylaxis in the restaurant. We go home and suffer through the consequences alone. The symptoms may not be immediately visible to others, but the physical toll is very real. Every restaurant can make a mistake. My concern is not a single mistake. My concern is a repeated pattern over multiple visits, over several months, after the issue was brought directly to the restaurant's attention. I truly wanted to continue supporting this restaurant. I truly wanted to be able to recommend it to others in the celiac community. Unfortunately, after repeated positive gluten tests, repeated gluten exposures, and no evidence that the underlying problem has been corrected, I cannot in good conscience recommend this restaurant to anyone with celiac disease or anyone who requires a truly gluten-free meal for medical reasons.

I love this cafe! They have great food. I had an egg sandwich made gluten free, which was delicious…read moreand a cold brew. They have lots of coffee options. They have moved locations and now have plenty of seating inside and outside the cafe. It was very busy on a holiday weekend but they were pretty efficient. Definitely recommend!

Was staying in town and needed breakfast and stopped at this adorable cafe. I was happy to see that…read morethey offered gf bagels. I enjoyed an egg sandwich and a delicious latte.

Happen to stop on way through town super nice people local owner…read more Everything v made to order and delicious Cute cofie tables and easy parking

Came here on a Saturday for a meal after our run! Cute little place with lots of parking. Easy to…read moreorder at the counter and get a seat. Some tables that we were able to push together to have a bigger group sit together. I ordered the pressed grilled chicken sandwich and enjoyed it! The pieces of chicken were pretty large and a little hard to eat all together. But the flavors were yummy and bread crispy. Prices were average ~$14 for my sandwich. Breakfast and lunch options were nice!

On our recent visit to Connecticut... we stumbled upon Sift Bake Shop, seeking authentic…read morecroissants. From the moment we stepped inside, we were captivated by the impeccable French styled baked goods evident in every item--salmon sandwiches and pastries alike were nothing short of flawless. We found ourselves returning daily during our three-day stay, appreciating both the locals and the welcoming atmosphere. The staff's assistance was consistently helpful, enhancing our overall experience. We highly recommend this establishment to both locals and tourists. Their commitment to quality and service is excellent. RATINGS & LOGISTICS: - Atmosphere: 9/10 - Food Quality: 10/10 - Service/Flow: 10/10 - Value: 8/10 - Would Return: Yes. Will be back for sure.

I came here on a Saturday morning and picked up a pistachio croissant ($5) and it was delicious! It…read morewas flaky and filled with a delicious pistachio cream filling. There is plenty of parking in the back. Overall a really good bake shop with amazing pastries and sweets!

First visit of the season to Charlie's Place and definitely not my last! We decided to sit at the…read morebar, and it turned out to be the best choice. The bartender was friendly, funny, and made us feel right at home. The support waitress was just as welcoming--chatty, attentive, and genuinely kind. Even the regulars added to the experience, making the atmosphere fun, relaxed, and entertaining. The food was outstanding! The snow crab roll was an easy 10/10--fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The truffle fries were perfectly crispy and addictive. And the wine slushy? 1000/1000! It was the perfect summer drink. The prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food and service, which made the experience even better. Great food, great people, and a great atmosphere. I already can't wait to come back to try the wings and prime rib... and of course MANY more snow crab rolls! Highly recommend!

Yes, we had lunch at Charlie's Place. The lunch itself was good. Although the fish sandwich was…read moretasteless, the pastrami reuben, with cole slaw instead of sauerkraut, was indeed tasty. The fries were hot and crispy. The service was excellent, but not sure about the ambience. We were there on a rainy day and it felt somewhat cold. Our coffee was hot when served but cooled off in due time. Would we go back? Yes. The menu is extensive with lots of choices.

Cute donut shop. Got a couple of muffins, apple turnover and bagels. Good selection and lots of…read moredonuts. Parking right in front so it was easy.

This place is sooo classic old school! It's CASH ONLY! So don't forget to bring some when you go! I…read morewent to get a donut for national donut day, there was a line but it moved fast, and there's also a drive through if you'd rather that too! They have yeast and cake donuts and muffins/scones/other pastries along with bagels too. It's a good donut! Not the best I've had but it's just a classic