The Angry Egg

I just want to start out by saying that the food is good. The waffles are delicious and there…read morearen't too many places around that make them in that style. However, this place is sneaky about prices. Firstly, They do not list prices on the menu, and after seeing my receipt, I understand why. If you want to add mixed berries to your waffle, they charge you $1.75 per type of berry. I ordered a black tea with a splash of milk, and they charged me the price of a tea latte. They also refuse to give tap water, and make you pay for bottled water- a practice that rubs me the wrong way. It cost nearly $50 for two people to eat breakfast here. Overall, the place isn't terrible, but is not transparent with prices.

We finally got to check out Zinneken's and it did not disappoint! The café is super clean, cute,…read moreand cozy with such a great vibe. The staff are sweet, friendly, and so helpful, especially for first-timers. The waffles are incredible. There are so many options to choose from, so good luck deciding! I had the Berries Insanity fruit-topped waffle and the fruit was honestly the freshest I've ever had. My husband opted for the Gourmand waffle (a Bananas Foster vibe). He opted for a Liège waffle (chewy) and I went with the Brussels waffle (crispier) and both were amazing. Drinks are just as good, from coffee and espresso to tea, matcha, or juice. We also shared a Zinneken's breakfast meal and it was perfectly made. Everything was incrediblly delicious and made for such a great brunch. We can't wait to go back!

Zinnekens Breakfast Plate

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Ordering area

Center Perk

3.9(204 reviews)

0.5 mi

Still perfect French toast…read more Besides a very boushy Mexican fusion place in Hartford, this is my barometer when it comes to French toast. The overnight French toast is simple but executed flawlessly. Two pieces of bread, soaked till the egg is absorbed into the bread to make a kind of bread pudding. Cooked till creamy and seared well. Doused with the syrup of simmering apples and mushy seasoned apple bits on the bottom. No off flavors, no egg ring, no fake whipped cream, just golden perfection. With jammy fruit. Make this with brown sugar and banana and I would be a very happy man. Never the less, a simple dish executed without error is so rare that I find only a few cooks can pull it off. Sometimes I need the reminder, and this place does it very well. Worth the price and the trek every time

Parking: street but lots of open spots…read more Decor: a little dated and crowded with stuff but clean Staff: friendly but some comments were off putting, like "all this for you" might as well call me fatty Food: tasty but preparation from order to table side was a good 20-30 minutes for breakfast at a small venue seemed long

Dining area

Texas Sandwich and it comes with these potatoes.

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Outside patio

Cheeks Chicken & Waffles

4.0(290 reviews)

1.5 mi

While I have never physically gone into this location, I have ordered from here a lot. The food is…read morealways fresh, the proportions are generous, and they always go above and beyond. While you can't go wrong with any of the chicken options, the corn fritters make for a perfect side (with a good blend of sweetness and crispiness) and their sweet waffles make for a tasty dessert. Definitely, give them a try if you haven't.

Not bad, but not the same…read more I remember coming to the food truck and subsequently the picnic tables in the building for this specific business and getting some delicious chicken and waffles. I tried them again recently, and the quality looks like it's slipping. The waffle was not fresh, felt like a prepackaged waffle warmed up. The chicken wasn't breaded to be crispy, and the corn fritters were actually pretty tasty. The chicken was cooked well, and the portions were very large, but the quality was lacking. It's not bad chicken and waffles, but it is not as great as I once remembered. I am hoping my recent experience was a flub, but it's good enough for that area if you need your chicken and waffles fix.

Inside

Tenders and waffle lunch deal and Mac n cheese bites

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The Gathering Diner

3.8(208 reviews)

1.2 mi

I think I've been to every breakfast place in Manchester or pretty close to it. The Gathering Diner…read moreis hands down the best in Town. The restaurant is spotless clean, the staff are prompt and friendly, and the food is always hot, fresh and delicious. The owner takes a great deal of pride in the food that he serves, striving to make sure you're happy and full. This morning I had the Biscuits & Gravy special, and it was amazing. I'm usually very hesitant to order Biscuits & Gravy out anywhere because I have pretty high standards for that dish. Many restaurants use subpar or canned ingredients and just fail miserably at their attempt to make it properly. Since I've always had good meals here, I figured I would try it. Not only was I not disappointed, but I was rather surprised at the deliciousness of it. There was not one single flavor that overwhelmed another, after I swallowed the first bite was when the flavor really hit home. This dish was so good that I had to ask the owner if he used fresh ingredients and was informed that Mike The Owner makes everything from scratch. I told him this dish needs to be on the menu as a regular breakfast choice. (I'll be looking for it) I know that Mike is a new owner of this restaurant, and I have to say that he's done an outstanding job of turning this place into the best breakfast spot in town. With a beautifully updated interior and excellent food, I can't imagine anyone being disappointed.

Really enjoyed our visit! I had the Philadelphia omelet. The filling was delicious, though the egg…read moreitself was a little light on seasoning for my taste. Small thing, but worth mentioning! The homefries were great and perfectly crispy! And the toast was phenomenal, genuinely one of those simple things done really well. My boyfriend got The Big Breakfast and loved it overall. His one critique was that the butter was a bit heavy handed, pooling on the plate, but it didn't take away from how good he thought the meal was.

View from bar

Special omelette

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IHOP

2.4(170 reviews)

3.3 mi

It was National Pancake Day today March 3rd and visited my local IHOP to enjoy the free short stack…read morepancakes. I got here between 2-3 in the afternoon to get a table before the made rush of everyone getting out of work and school. As I was leaving the crowds were forming waiting for tables. It came with three big pancakes and they were very light n fluffy just the way I like them. Cooked golden brown and consistently cooked to perfection. The service couldn't have been better. But I get it being the busiest day of the year. Can't beat a great deal Happy National Pancake Day!

Friendly service with a bottomless pancakes with a variety of sauces. The spicy poblano omelet was…read moretasty but relatively mild in flavor, no worries, hot sauce to the rescue. Coffee served with personalized carafe was perfect since the air conditioner was working overtime to cool my cup of joe. Don't sleep on the biscuits, they might not have thw structural integrity for any filling, they are tasty with butter and drizzle of strawberry syrup, IMO.

Front Entrance

IHOP

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Coffee!

Ken's Corner

4.4(363 reviews)

5.9 mi

When arriving at Ken's corner, I didn't realize it's the plaza across from Ben and Jerry's. The…read moreparking can be tricky since there's other businesses there. Luckily I was able to find parking and there was a line waiting to go into Ken's corner. I didn't mind the wait since I really wanted to eat here. I'm glad I did, it was moving, and they got people in and out of the restaurant . The workers are pleasant and very helpful when deciding what to order off the menu. As I mention it was my first time there, we ordered the coconut French toast and shared the surf & turf egg Benedict. Everything was worth the wait and tasted amazing. I'm already planning my next visit to try something else on the menu. Food came out presentable and hot. Glad I came here because it's prob one of the best breakfast spots in the area.

Great food and excellent service at a good price! Well worth the wait in line! Very nice place.read more

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Outside

Vernon Diner

3.4(636 reviews)

4.8 mi

Diner seems old school but this Diner is anything but old school! It's a great atmosphere with very…read morebright lighting but subtle. Soon as you walk in your eyes feast on a case of deserts that will make anyone drool! We ordered lunch meals and no disappointment! We had wings too but no picture we gobbled them up to quickly. We plan to make this a regular stop when in this area, by the way the wait staff is super friendly as well. We sat for a bit but a staff member, Nikki, noticed and took our order and expedited our food

You've eaten at diners, but this one has a positive upbeat energy - which is not typical for diners…read more- and is hard to articulate. I think it's a combination of the staff on the floor, the lighting, the cleanness and decor. While I often get any of the breakfast items, my go to is the spanakopita. If I was to change anything, it would be to offer beer on draft instead of just bottles, and offer darker beers (my personal preference), but they are a diner and not a pub

Cordon Bleu Panini side view..

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Outside

Pennys Place

3.8(30 reviews)

0.1 mi

I haven't breakfast or lunch there,but the you'll be hard pressed to find better cakes anywhere…read more They are absolutely delicious!!!

Plenty of free, on-street parking. Smallish interior.. five small tables, each w 2 seats plus five…read morestools facing side street. So, not conducive to big crowds. Interesting specials and casseroles. I had a 3 egg omelet w Swiss and ham. The omelet was perfectly cooked, and one of the better ones I've recently had. There were three melted, overlapping slices of Swiss on top.To my pleasant surprise, there was also melted Swiss inside the omelet as well as a generous amount of diced ham. Does not come w toast or potatoes, which you can order separately. Thankfully, I didn't as I was pretty stuffed. Coffee was eggggcellent. Not sure about free refills, as they sell two different sizes. Service very good. Batroom clean. 4 Henny Penny stars

Cheesy loaded hash browns? I'm not sure what it was called.

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Front counter and dining area

The Spicy Green Bean

3.9(613 reviews)

5.7 mi

I've been wanting to try the Spicy Green Bean for a while and they did not disappoint!…read more Came for happy hour because they have it from 3pm to close on Thursdays. I got the perogies and the truffle sliders for food and they were both delicious. For drinks I had a margarita and it was great!! Staff was very attentive and made sure my water was never empty, which was nice on such a hot day. My only complaint is that it's a little tight in the bar area, but that's not their fault. I can't wait to come back!

Pictured is the brussels sprout appetizer and the flatbread appetizer. Both were extremely…read moredelicious and savory. The philly cheesesteak was superb. The actual filler was very good and extremely tasty. Side salad was delicious and the fries were very nicely seasoned and crispy. The restaurant was busy for a wednesday evening, but my party of 4 were seated quickly. The place was very cute and colorful, but the noise level was extremely high. I could barely hear the person across the table from me. The music was very loud which caused all the parties there to start screaming over it to talk to each other. Food was quick to come and the drinks were very delicious. Prices are reasonable for the food itself. Staff were quick and friendly with us as well. This is a place i'd recommend and go back to, maybe at a less busy time tho.

Inside

Waffle from the special

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Pastrami On Wry

3.3(297 reviews)

0.9 mi

Stopped in recently for the first time for breakfast, with four friends. Had heard some really good…read morethings... Ample parking in a strip mall. The layout is like a wide corridor, w counter / stools on one side and tables opposite side. Greeted and seated by Dana, who was very capable, checking on us regularly. I had my usual eggs over CBH w rye toast. The food was good, but two things stood out. First, only one piece of toast. Second, consensus of the group was that the food was not as hot as it should have been. The CBH and potatoes (for those that had them) were warm, not hot. For us, P on W was ok, but did not have a WOW factor. I may try again, but for lunch, not breakfast. 3.5 warm stars

Still lacking heart…read more It's been a while since I last tried this place. Having to loop back to all the previous spots, I really remember this place being very good and my rose-tinted glasses held on hope that maybe my experience from my last try was just a fluke. Server was nice, attentive and pleasant. Food came out after a short delay. Got my pics and took my bites. This last time was...lackluster. The egg was oily, the corned beef hash was bland and texture less. It very much reminded me of canned hash with some potatoes thrown in for good measure. And the hash brown potatoes were lightly seasoned and barely crispy. As a breakfast place, this is fine if you want a quantity of okay food. I'm not sure I will ever try them again, but I hope they improve at some point.

Dining area

Roast beef Ruben with lame slaw.

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Front of Restaurant

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Mel E.

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1

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7 years ago

I came in like a wrecking ball. Hangry, hungover and in a hurting. I started with a delicious glass of natural water in a glass with ice cubes. Great for a hangover. I perused the menu and decided on the One Too Many Meatloaf, which I am fairly certain they made just for me as they predicted I had one too many. It was THE BEST MEATLOAF I HAD IN MY LIFE!. The meatloaf was spiced and seasoned with flavors from the gods themselves, clearly created with love. It was served with a smooth, delicious, cheesy sauce, home fries, and topped with two eggs which clearly were laid by a golden goose. I could barley contain myself. More delicious water was provided without my even hinting of my thirst. I then opted to try a coffee, the best coffee I have tasted in 12 years since moving here from the rolling countrysides and hills of Sumatra. I love you The Angry Egg. read more

Lynn B.

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1

0

4 years ago

Before you even reach the front door there are numerous signs filled with abrupt rules to be followed if you enter the Angry Egg. Appropriate name because it's obvious the establishment is VERY ANGRY! "take all phone calls outside", "No speaker phones!", "No Straws", $1.00 service charge added to each check". In the bathroom above the light switch the sign reads: "We don't have stock in EverSource, so please shut the lights off." Wow, not very welcoming! NO THANK YOU. I will give my business to someone with a more positive attitude and pleasantries! read more

Nicole G.

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2

0

3 years ago

I will never eat here again. While my bf and I were sitting eating breakfast, a man walked in with nothing else but women's underwear on and a tank top and they didn't ask him to leave, instead they allowed him to sit at the counter and stick his ass in our face the entire time. There were kids at this restaurant and I couldn't believe they allowed this guy to stay. Unbelievable, dirty and trashy. read more

D K.

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9

3

3 years ago

The Angry Egg is great, one of the best breakfast spots in town. Get one of their egg sandwiches or grab an omelette, you can't go wrong. Sometimes there's a hell of a wait to get in on a Saturday or Sudnay morning. read more

James H.

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4

3

8 years ago

Brand new place, well decorated. GREAT FOOD. The prices are on par with the serving sizes. So if you spend 5 bucks you're gonna get 5 bucks worth of food. Buttermilk pancakes were on point. Worth a try. read more

Sal M.

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1

8 months ago

It was good while it lasted. I thought they went Out of Business.........I could be wrong. ................................ ...................................... ....................... read more

Christina R.

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54

194

5 years ago

The food was very delicious. Great wait staff! Quick service. Very clean and comfortable! Food was absolutely delicious and fresh! Highly recommended! We will definitely be returning!! read more

Scott D.

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1

0

2 years ago

Upon walking into the restaurant you will see a list of rules for patrons. The list is long and ridiculous. Go elsewhere for breakfast/lunch if you enjoy your freedom. read more

Allyson H.

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3

0

6 months ago

This place showed open on Yelp, but we arrived an it was closed for renovation. Disappointed, but hope to try when they reopen!

Melissa M.

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1

0

8 years ago

Excellent food and friendly service!! Food was fresh and yummy and came out very quickly! Definitely give this place a try!

Jim P.

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11

1

5 years ago

An excellent place for breakfast & more importantly the people who own the place and/or serves you. We loved this place!

Randy B.

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11

1

7 years ago

Service is great, food is better. What a great family too! I will be back for sure. Long live the Egg!!!

Julie L.

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10

1

3 years ago

Great breakfast and coffee! Small little hidden spot close to home! Enjoyed the service and food!

Eric R.

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1

0

2 years ago

Yum!!! Yum!!! Yum!!' Yum!!! Yummy yummy yummy yum yum!!!!!!!! Yum. Yum yum yum yum!!!!!

Jackson W.

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2

0

8 years ago

terrible food.i got eggs that were not even cooked.ewwww

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Really enjoyed our visit! I had the Philadelphia omelet. The filling was delicious, though the egg…read moreitself was a little light on seasoning for my taste. Small thing, but worth mentioning! The homefries were great and perfectly crispy! And the toast was phenomenal, genuinely one of those simple things done really well. My boyfriend got The Big Breakfast and loved it overall. His one critique was that the butter was a bit heavy handed, pooling on the plate, but it didn't take away from how good he thought the meal was.

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(123 reviews)

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(124 reviews)

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(490 reviews)

The Cosmic Omelet is a breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant that opened in Manchester,…read moreConnecticut in October 2003. It was founded by Tracy Devine. When she purchased the small restaurant space in Manchester, it was already an existing restaurant called "The Smoking Cafe". Just before the purchase, the Connecticut General Assembly had passed a smoking for restaurants, which was going to go into effect soon. Many of the regular customers were smokers, but Devine soon won them over with her menu of "out of this world" food. The new business was dubbed "The Cosmic Omelet" and by 2005, a beautiful cosmic-themed mural had been painted on the walls of the restaurant. Although the menu also features lunch items, it is the breakfast dishes that keep people coming back. Many of the dishes are named after and designed by staff or long standing customers. If you spot the word "cosmic" anywhere in the menu, it is code for "made with cream cheese". My family and I had brunch at the Cosmic Omelet over St. Patrick's Day weekend. I was first introduced to the place by one of my best friends who grew up in Manchester, and I've been coming back ever since. This was the first visit for my two sons. There was a little bit of a wait for a table, but there's plenty to do to pass the time. If customers follow the "yellow brick road" painted on the floor, it will lead you to a small arcade as well as a funky art gallery space. We all had a fun time exploring until our table was ready. They had a lot of delicious St. Patrick's Day themed specials during our visit. I had the "Sheep Go To Heaven" (shepherd's pie omelet w/ ground beef, corn, mashed potatoes, cheddar & Guinness gravy), my wife had the "Fiesta Omelet" (sausage, onions, peppers, cheddar, side of salsa & sour cream), our sons shared the "Sweet Cream (Green) Pancakes", and we also ordered sides of "Hashbrowns" and "Corned Beef Hash" for the table. As usual, everything was fantastic! The omelets were chock full of delicious ingredients, the pancakes were perfectly fluffy, and the home fries were out of this world! We plan on returning to the Cosmic Omelet again and again!

Cosmic Omelet has been a local breakfast staple in Manchester for years, and that still seems to be…read morethe case. The look of the place is still a mix of quirky diner and casual neighborhood spot, but over the years they have expanded quite a bit into neighboring spaces. It is noticeably larger than it used to be many years ago, but it still feels like the same locally-owned, friendly, affordable, quirky, casual, bustling place with fun decor that it has always been. The food is certainly also a big reason people keep coming back. If you have never been, you will quickly notice that some of the omelets are creative and a little unusual. A few include things like cream cheese, which might sound odd at first but often works surprisingly well. Of course they also have plenty of classic breakfast options if you want something more traditional. In general the food has been consistently good. The place can get busy, especially during peak breakfast hours, which says a lot about how popular it still is with regulars. Once you are seated though, the service tends to move along quickly and the staff are friendly in that slightly quirky way that fits the personality of the place. Overall Cosmic Omelet is still one of the better breakfast spots in the area. Good food, lots of personality, and clearly a place that has built a strong following over the years. Although I have moved much further away since my 2009 review, I will still stop in when I am back in the area.

Glastonbury Coffee Shop

3.5

(53 reviews)

If you're looking for a simple, quick and delicious breakfast, this is your spot! Love this mom and…read morepop place. It's no frills...just good food. I usually get scrambled eggs with cheddar, sausage links or bacon and home fries. Always so good and the cook gets it out in record time! The steak , onion and mushroom omelette is really good as well as eggs with spinach and mushrooms and DO NOT miss out on the blueberry muffin on the griddle!! It's heaven!! If you're looking for a fancy coffee shop with exotic coffees, this isn't the place. Come here if you want a hearty breakfast with a small town vibe. CASH ONLY. So come prepared.

Such a good breakfast! Perfectly cooked egg and rye toast plus excellent home fries. I grabbed a…read moreforkful of my son's crispy hash and instantly regretted not getting them! It's also either cash or venmo for payment! Great idea...no credit card fees so the prices are very reasonable! Great place! Oh and the coffee is good, too!

Ken's Corner

4.4

(363 reviews)