This place is so good! We came in for tea and ended up having a gluten free cauliflower pizza - it was delicious! Saw very large plates of pasta go by so will definitely be back to try that. The staff is very friendly and overall a great experience. Vegetarian and celiac approved! read more

#1 complaint... NO PRICES ON THE MENU....thats not ok. the small place has poor ventilation, the smoke and grill fume situation made multiple people in our party go outside as their eyes were burning. this also unfortunately left everyone with a heavy odor on their clothes after departing. This seems like a very Hit or Miss place. You need to specifically ask what is homemade and fresh. NO NOT order chicken cutlets or anything with chicken. they are not cutlets, they are processed cafeteria breaded chicken patties. I watch 2 people walk in and order an iced coffee and avacado toast to go. they waited at least 30 minutes. so be prepared. Its a cool place, Good service, nice location, some of the food that came out looked excellent...ours unfortunately was mediocre. read more

All I can say is WOW! This is the kind of home cooking one rarely finds in restaurants anymore. My husband had the chicken pot pie and the crust was remarkable. This could only have come from a perfectly floured board and handled with lots of care and skill. Inside were plenty of veggies and generous pieces of chicken. I had a meatball salad ( which we had never even heard of ...ever! ) It was fantastic. We brought home enough for another meal. One word of warning- don't come expecting a quick meal. These meals are prepared once ordered. The wait time is not what we have become accustomed to, but the wait is well worth it. Your food won't have been sitting out for hours drying out. Ralph is a treasure. Our next meal there will be an early dinner with friends. Ralph closes at 5:00 daily, so a 4:00 arrival should give us plenty of time. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. We can't wait to share this gem of a restaurant with our friends. read more

We got the tostados and eggs Benedict and it was delicious!! A little $$$ and no prices on the menu but big portions. Outside area was beautiful. read more

Ralph’s Sandy Hook Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Sandy Hook, Connecticut

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Ralph is the best and so is the food! Prepare to spend a while here because everything is made-to-order. It is not the type of place to go in a rush. It's the type of place to go to truly be present with your friends and family. Ralph will strike up a conversation with you and remember you time and time again, and all of the food is creative, innovative, and incredibly fresh. You gotta go! read more

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Delicious, fresh food in portions that could feed 2-3 people. Our family was especially into the tortellini. We were alarmed by the lack of prices on the menu but it turns out all the prices were reasonable (ranging from $6 for a breakfast sandwich to $25 for the most expensive entrees we heard about; our entrees were under $20). We ate outdoors next to creek and had a lovely time! read more

Amazing food and service. We love their chicken salad and breakfast. Such a good staple in town.

Amazing food, extensive breakfast, lunch, dinner options for a small place. Eggs benny, fritatta, french toast, great large salads, burgers, pastas, lots of specials. All dishes lovingly prepared from scratch. Very large portions. Cannolis were best ever. Family run, charming deck overlooking river. Do NOT go if you're in a rush. One caveat to my rave review is that it is slow, relaxed kitchen and the food comes out slowly. If you're seeking a leisurely, unique European dining experience, it's absolutely ideal. read more

Run don't walk to this cute cafe! Wonderful, welcoming staff, delicious food and generous portions. Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. read more

Wow !!! What a great place. The menu for breakfast is different but very delicious. You must give this place a shot. You will not be disappointed. The owner comes out to the tables answers any questions. Amazing don't miss out read more

Friendly staff in a cozy cafe, in center of town. Menu looks fantastic, we wished we'd waited to pick up chicken salad sandwiches here. Express was excellent. Great view of brook from patio, they even had igloos set up for outside winter dining. Entrance is across street from chocolate shop, set back from street. Will def stop again on road trips to and from MA to PA read more

We love Ralph's! The food is delicious and always beautiful. It's not a restaurant you should plan to get a quick bite. Sit down and enjoy some time because all of the food is made to order. read more

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Chicken pot pie! And share the meatball salad with a friend - - you won't get anything like it anywhere else. read more

The food here is absolutely delicious and this is the kind of local spot everyone should be supporting. Each dish delivers bold, memorable flavor that keeps you coming back. You can tell everything is made with intention and pride, with thoughtful seasoning and high-quality ingredients throughout. It's my family's go to place and never disappoints. read more

Fantastic experience, from the moment I walked in! Was welcomed in by the owner who could not have been any nicer and more passionate about sharing some of the menu items. The Thai salad and chicken salad sandwich were amazing! Beware, the serving sizes are huge so I'd recommend sharing or be prepared to take leftovers. Orders are cooked to order so they take some time but it's worth the wait! Love quaint places like these where so much goes into each plate. Customer service doesn't get better! Can't wait to go back! read more

Good eats. Cozy atmosphere. Ralph the owner is a GREAT guy ta boot! Highly recommend!

We have been going to Ralph's Sandy Hook Cafe for over two years (previously it was just Sandy Hook Cafe). Be prepared for a pleasant, casual experience, great conversation with Ralph and his staff, and a HUGE delicious, made-to-order meal. If you're in a hurry and looking to run in for a really fast meal, this isn't the place. Fresh food takes time, and this is worth it! Picturesque place by the river - in warm weather, there's a cute outside patio, and in cold weather, he has "igloo" seating on the same patio. Unlike many places, Ralph is happy to suggest things not on the menu or alter ingredients for your taste or preferences. He also carries non-dairy cheese and milk! Vegetarians will have plenty of options (e.g., spicy potato wrap, monster pear salad), and meat-lovers definitely will satisfied! (e.g., giant meatballs, sausage risotto, chicken pot pie). Go for lunch, spend some quality time with friends, and make new ones. read more