I am actively reviewing it as I'm sitting here enjoying a delicious Monte Cristo with my wife!…read moreWe're devouring it because it's so delicious! Here's a tip, get your own, don't do splitzies like we did. I also had a dirt bomb to start with my Americano. The two definitely complimented one another so when in doubt, just go for it. The owner threw it in on the house because we kept mulling it over. This place is cute & quaint & located right at the marina. The customer service was top tier and the in house baked goods are to die for! They are cash only but there is an option to pay through venmo. This is definitely a locals spot. Great gem so stop in!

Great food, eclectic ambiance, cool location at harbor. Counter service very effective and pleasant…read morewith swift food delivery to table.

Here we are, Whistle Stop Cafe, in the middle of Green Fried Tomatoes (fyi, no bbq). Delicious food…read moreincluding my Mediterranean vegan tofu scramble, was heaven, adding an everything bagel and vegan butter, homemade orange marmalade and raspberry jams. Yum. Lovely staff. Heavenly. Since 1934, highly recommended.

It was a 40 minute drive for us to get to the Whistle Stop Cafe in Deep River. I'm glad we made…read morethe drive! The place was inviting & the food was good. The restaurant is a very small (seating for 12 at tables + 4 at the counter inside; more seating outside) cozy, local place that opened in 1938. Good thing we went early & didn't have a wait. Each table has old trivial pursuit cards to pass the time while you wait for food. Servers/owner were really nice. I had an herbal tea (Prunella) which addresses a lot of my medical issues. Too bad they ran out of it, and I couldn't get a refill. My husband had coffee which he said was good. We both had breakfast sandwiches which were really good. Got an order of the corned beef hash which was homemade BUT lacked corned beef. 95% potatoes. It's quite a drive for me, but if you live closer - check it out. Note: no credit cards. They accept cash, check or Venmo.

Outstanding service, charming ambience, and excellent food combined to make our experience here…read moretruly memorable our server Taylor went above and beyond in making our choices for our food and beverages informed and seamless. The cocktails were outstanding, and the food was exquisite. Will definitely come back to enjoy their excellent happy hour menu available Fridays through Sunday beginning at two and weekdays beginning at 4:30.

Parking: none, street but if that is full there is a cemetery and post office 1/2 block away. The…read morestreet is so cute, something out of old world charm or a movie Decor: very unique, almost posh but something else, let's say upscale cozy Staff: dialed in and friendly, great with recommendations and there for you if you need something, I missed my servers name but the receipt says Yuliya. She was nothing short of perfection s as nd working the entire front by herself!! Food: everything was tasty, a little more kick in spice in every dish even the vodka rigatoni had an after bite. I didn't take away a star, but I personally look forward to the after taste of the food rather than a kick. Price: about average with the amount of apps and food we got with wine too! Overall: I would go back but once you see the street, I want to try them all!!

Simon's Marketplace in Chester, CT is located right in the town's historic district, and the…read moresetting is probably its strongest feature. The deli and coffee house has a very antique, old-school vibe that fits nicely with the charm of the area. They offer coffee, sweet treats, and a variety of sandwiches, making it a convenient stop while exploring the town. We ordered the South West and Monte Cristo sandwiches. Both were nicely portioned--bulky sandwiches filled with roasted chicken, fresh tomatoes, and avocado. The food itself was decent and satisfying enough for lunch, but nothing particularly memorable. While we enjoyed the meal, the overall value felt a bit off, especially considering the price point of $38, which seemed high for what we received. That said, Simon's Marketplace works well as a quick and easy lunch spot, especially if you're already in the area and looking for something casual. It's fine, just not somewhere I'd go out of my way for. Overall rating: 3 out of 5.

While at the farmers market in Chester, we finally got to try out Simon's Marketplace -- and we're…read moreso glad we did! It's a very cute spot with a charming store area filled with unique gifts, perfect for picking something up while you're there. More importantly, their food offerings really impressed us. They serve breakfast until 11:30 AM, along with a full lunch menu, coffee, and freshly baked goodies. Their baguettes are made in-house, and to my delight, they also offer gluten-free bread! The staff were very sweet and helpful! I had the gluten-free breakfast sandwich and it was perfectly made. It was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. My dad went with the Southwestern sandwich and enjoyed it! It's definitely a welcoming stop with great food.

Fantastic establishment. The purveyor Mark is welcoming and hospitable. Great food and six of the…read moresweetest cats you'll ever meet. I drove an hour to bring my daughter. Before we even left, while still visiting with the cats, my daughter asked if we could come back. Great place. Great people. Great cats.

An adorable cat cafe where you can hang with cats, drink cappuccino, and talk with the very kind…read moreowner. Great spot to just hang out in and you can either look through the glass window at the cats or play with them yourself, but either way, adorable. 5 stars!!!!

So chic, so delicious, such an amazing server who understood our hangover and hangry needs! So glad…read moreI made a reservation - the decor was superb and the food hit the spot perfectly. I'm so glad I tried the deviled egg - that crispy clam strip was such a nice touch and being Ukrainian, the beet pickling is in my DNA! Excellent brunch choice for our Mystic getaway!

This was a loud place with good-sized bar and a menu that changes daily it seemed. They had lots…read moreof unique choices on the menu. The service was okay while the food came out in a timely manner. I liked that some of the fish items listed the fishing vessel on the menu. Three appetizers were ordered which consisted of a beet pickled deviled egg ($4 each), chilled oysters (Half Dozen $18), and the local fluke crudo ($17). The egg had a crispy clam strip and espelette pepper. This was solid. I thought the clam strip was a little too overpowerful given the size of that and the egg. The pickled beet egg was interesting, and I liked how the filling was also under the egg, so the egg did not move. The Riverhawk oysters were fresh and tasty. The mignonette was simple and paired well. The crudo had an herb mayo, pickled ramps, kelp crisp, and pickled sugar kelp. This was alright. It seemed like fennel or a similar type of herb was used in one of the pickling items, which took over a little bit. The kelp crisp was nice and paired well with the fluke. For an entrée, I had the local scup a la plancha ($37). It came with Marshall Cove mussels, fondant potato, English peas, and a saffron emulsion. This was a nice sized portion. I thought the saffron emulsion was key and went together with everything else on the plate. The mussels were fresh again, and the potatoes were cooked perfectly. It was a well-done dish, but the use of scup made it feel more modest, but maybe that was the point, so what do I know? I also tried the scallop dish that came with green crab crispy rice, chili crispy, and a garlic aioli. The rice was very crispy, and it reminded me of a traditional hibachi rice, but elevated. The scallops had a perfect cook to them too. For dessert, the oyster ice cream ($10) was tried. It had to be tasted when it was on the menu. It had a slight briny flavor, but nothing too overpowerful. The ice cream itself was very creamy with a nice texture. I believe Greek yogurt was used, which probably helped with the oyster flavor that was incorporated. Will I go back? Sure.

Very busy food is great but make sure you tell them you want peppers and onions in your home fries!read more

Decided to stop in for an impromptu bday brunch. We were greeted immediately and sat quickly…read more There is plenty of parking and seating here. I noticed their regular customers in house daily. I've ordered lunch here to go and it was really good, so I wanted to give breakfast a try. We ordered the French toast w/a side of sausage patties, build your own omelette w/home fries and rye toast. Seasoned home fries are usually my gauge for a repeat visit, and they were seasoned and cooked to perfection! The omelette was nice and cheesy, delicious. I love the flavor of the batter and crunch on the French toast, yummm!! Can't wait to come back and try something else on the menu.

Just adding to my last review…read more.... We ordered two of their specials-corned beef Benedict and sausage Benedict. Wow.... The first bite hits you hard. Absolutely delicious. Both the sausage and corned beef Benedicts are award winning. Congrats on continuing to be a "go to" place.

Excellent fresh food and the customer service was exceptional! Located in a beautiful downtown area.read more

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)?

This place is amazing, the food so fresh and so good. The service very helpful and accommodating…read more The place is very modern and outside seating near river. Pictures of food will talk for themselves.

Was traveling for work and stopped at this adorable little shop with a great purpose. The…read moreemployees were warm and welcoming. There is plenty of room to work, enjoy time with family and friends, or eat. The ambiance is beautiful with lots of plants, activities, and great lighting. The cappuccino and bagel I ordered were both delicious!

Welcoming coffee shop that's a great place to start or end a visit in the Deep River area. In…read moreaddition to coffees and tea, there's a variety of bakery items, ice cream, smoothies and sandwiches. The Nest also provides employment opportunities and creates social gatherings for people with disabilities. There's a real community feel in this place.