We stopped in Saturday afternoon for a coffee and discovered this super cute little coffee shop and…read morecafe offering pastries, muffins, scones, sandwiches, coffee and hot teas to name a few. It's very quaint inside with numerous tables, free WiFi, clean restrooms as well as spotless dining area. Outside there is a deck where you can see a beautiful waterfall. Our coffees were good but the hot teas were incredible. I had the chamomile hot tea which also has apple and had them put in a slice of lemon. It was so good, we returned later for another round and bought a tin of there chamomile tea. Service was exceptional, especially since one server was doing it while in a sling on one arm. She was so friendly, helpful and professional. Come here for a treat.

Great ambiance and delicious food! I popped in yesterday with my mother I am vegan and she is not…read more Both of us got lunches we loved! I' so glad this place exists. I'll be back.

Such a cute spot with so many different kinds of goodies! If you're in the mood for something…read moresweet, you're guaranteed to find something you love--or discover something new to try. I had the cashew bark, which was absolutely delicious, and a chai that was perfectly spiced and really hit the spot. The atmosphere is just as great as the treats. They have seating and even some games, which makes it a fun place to hang out and relax while you enjoy your snack. The staff were also kind and helpful when choosing what we wanted. If I lived in the area, I would definitely be a regular here. Highly recommend stopping by if you're nearby!

I love 45 on Main! Their service is pretty good, a bit slow, but overall they are very nice. Their…read moreice cream is amazing, but they do not have proper peanut butter sauce, so they have to melt the peanut butter which doesn't turn out as good as true peanut butter sauce. The last time I went here, my mother ordered an Irish cream coffee, and when we got home she realised there was cottage cheese-like chunks in it. The next day we brought the coffee back, and they were wonderful about it! They happily replaced the drink with a fresh one. The environment is also very nice. The owner puts a lot of work into decorating the place. Although it is a bit crowded, I like the vibe in general! Altogether, pretty good place. Lots of candy, snacks, drinks, toys, and of course chocolate, ice cream, and coffees!

This is an updated review based upon my first visit to Krafted's new location in the same building…read more I suggested their old location wouldn't win any beauty contests. Well now, they're Miss Freakin' America. The space is gorgeous. And they aced the talent competition too. I almost exclusively drink iced coffee, and I don't always love Iced Americanos. But here, they were up front about the fact that it would be an Iced Americano, when some places are sneaky about it. I appreciate that. I also liked that they offered three single origins as options. I went with the Papua New Guinea. It was great. Krafted is serious about coffee. Now they have a serious location too. 5 Stars

This tiny shop serves the absolute best latte I've had in Connecticut or elsewhere for that matter…read more This is truly the definition of a hidden gem! This coffee roaster is tucked away on the side of a building and offers the best beans you will get anywhere. They roast their own in house and so far my husband and I have tried the Bantam, Mexico and Nicaragua blends and all are fantastic and so unique. Our go to order is the maple latte which I will rave about until the end of time to everyone. They also have a small but delicious selection of baked goods to choose from but our personal favorite are the chocolate chip cookies! The workers and owner are also so kind and have great recommendations! Krafted Brew Lab is a must visit!

Everything on the menu is fresh, delicious and imaginative…read more This restaurant would be a highlight in any town, anywhere. Even the bread and pastries are special and the staff seems genuinely happy that you are there. Only one thing, they are only open for breakfast and lunch. I would be there for dinner also if they decided to stay open for that.

I go hiking and then check out reviews of local bakeries. It's what I do…read more I love morning glory muffins and have had them at quite a few places. Everyone seems to use pretty much the same recipe with some slight variations. The muffins I had here were weird. I don't know what that dominant spice they used is but it was really kind of awful. Weird is just the only word I can think of to describe it. And the muffin was not dense at all. It kind of fell apart when you bit into it. I took a "sour cherry" pastry home snd it was ok. The apricot scone was bleh. I think this place will be a skip in the future.

This place was closed...chairs were on tables tables…read more Researched. On thier Facebook page and Instagram but got mix messages. Drove there to find put indeed it was closed. Boo

This place was so good! We really enjoyed our lunches here and all the snacks looked delicious. It…read moreis also of course in the picturesque Gilmore girls Town of Washington Depot. So if you are fans of the show being able to go to the inspiration for "Luke's diner" is always fun! The chicken dinner and the roasted turkey were highlights!

The gumbo was absolutely delicious! Breakfast sandwiches on croissants were good, but the bacon was…read morea little too done for my taste... and the breakfast sandwich on a croissant wasn't really what I wanted, but they were out of various items and types of bread. Server was very sweet and accommodating. And he was very apologetic that they were out of so many things that we wanted. The place is very cute and the menu is appealing.

There is a particular alchemy to the Connecticut village of Washington Depot -- the kind of place…read morethat seems to have been arranged, rather than simply built. The old hardware store still holds its corner with unhurried authority. The Bryan Memorial Town Hall presides over the green with the quiet dignity of a place that has seen a century of town meetings and July parades. It is the sort of hamlet that makes a visitor slow their pace without quite meaning to, the Litchfield Hills rolling out beyond it like something out of a watercolor. Staying nearby at the Mayflower Inn, I went looking for a local table to match the setting. I found one -- almost. Marty Cafe, at first glance, is a small triumph of design and intention. Preserves and pantry goods gleam from jars along the shelves; a case of lunch wraps and a pot of tomato-basil soup make their case with real visual confidence; the menu accommodates gluten-free diners without treating the matter as an afterthought. I ordered the salmon lox on a bagel, which was excellent, and the tuna Italian sandwich on a brioche bun, which came with potato chips and was just as good, along with a lavender latte that I would, without hesitation, order again. On the strength of the food alone, this is a café doing something right. But a café is also a room, and a room is shaped by whoever stands at its door. That role, on the day I visited, belonged to a host named Charlie, and it is here that the experience faltered. Warmth was clearly available in him -- I watched him extend it freely to the guests before and after me, with easy smiles and unhurried greetings. What I received instead was a flat, appraising stare, and when I paused to consider the menu, he simply looked away, as though the moment of my deciding wasn't worth his attention. Whether this had anything to do with who I am, I can't say with certainty -- but I know how it felt, and I know it isn't a feeling any guest should carry out the door with their coffee. Good hosting, at its core, is not complicated: it asks only that everyone who walks through the door be met with the same ease. That standard should hold regardless of who is standing on the other side of it, resident or visitor alike. One employee, a woman with white-blonde hair, offered a genuine warmth that I was grateful for, and that I don't want to go unmentioned. It simply wasn't enough to change the shape of the visit. I also left without being offered a bag for my order -- a small detail, but one more sign that the care extended to other tables didn't quite reach mine. I don't doubt that Marty Cafe can be, for many, exactly the kind of charming local institution that Washington Depot deserves. The food supports that case handily. But charm in a town like this is only half the ingredients -- the other half is how a stranger is made to feel when they walk through the door. On that count, my visit fell short, and it's why I won't be returning.

I was in Litchfield, looking for an early coffee spot. Toast & Co was the one. I arrived at an…read moreOrder Window (apparently there is inside dining from another entrance). One person was waiting for their order, but otherwise there was no line to order. I waited a few minutes before any of the few workers in the kitchen came over to greet me. A friend was telling me he had a similar experience. Seems like there should be a better way. I just wanted a Black Iced Coffee and it was delivered not long after I ordered. It was made with Omar coffee, which for me is about as close to the Middle as you can find. My coffee was decent, but not one I would look forward to in the future. 3.25 Stars

This is one of my favorite places in Litchfield. The vibe inside is so warm and calm. They have…read morelots of seating with gorgeous decor all around you. Everything from the tables to the art work on the walls is so pretty. You can also order ahead of time and pickup your order at the front window. The staff is always so nice! They offer a corner with items to purchase, such as key chains and sweatshirts! Their coffee and pastries are so good!! That's usually my go to!! They do offer a wide range of breakfast and lunch items, which includes monthly specials. I love matcha, so I knew I had to try their drink special for January.

Definitely 5 stars from my first visit, but I don't give 5 unless I go to a place a few times…read more A wonderful woman welcomed us, gave my lils a small cookie and made two delicious cappuccinos for my husband and I. Very friendly service, clean area and clean bathroom. So glad we stopped here. Next time in the are I will definitely be back!m The other desserts looked amazing! The cookies and the giant peanut butter cookie was delicious as well.

This is a medium size coffee shop in downtown Litchfield. People were nice. I ordered a black iced…read morecoffee. It was a bit above average, but not a craft coffee experience. 3.5 Stars

This charming, modern coffeehouse is part of the ever-growing network of properties connected to…read moreArethusa Farm in Litchfield. And unlike their incredibly high-priced restaurant across the street, al Tavolo, you might actually afford to eat here. The owners have done an admirable creating an environment that's comfortable and low-key without sacrificing their commitment to quality. After all, the phrase "a mano" translates to "by hand," reflecting how the vast majority of items here are made from scratch on site. I come here often for their coffee, which I love for its balance and low acidity compared to Starbucks, etc. But the real star of the show here are the pastries, such as a layered s'more bar the size of a small brick; a variety of gourmet doughnuts (my favorite is the lemon-filled); and "cruffins," a combination of croissant and muffin with a delicious cream filling. My usual go-to are their bagels: slightly crispy on the outside, pillowy on the inside. There's also a full sandwich and salad menu with breakfast and lunch options including salads, sandwiches, a quiche of the day, and other specials. Their breakfast egg sandwiches -- seemingly modeled on the now-famous one at Sagaponack General Store in the Hamptons -- are especially popular. While $13 for a basic egg sandwich is a bit ridiculous even for a gourmet one, you'll have little complaint once you have a taste. While you're perusing the menu and pastries, don't forget to check out the well-stocked selection of farm-fresh cheeses and other Arethusa Farm products. And, if you've got room aftewards, don't forget to stop at the Arethusa Farm Dairy Store for some ice cream -- it's also across the street, next to Arethusa al Tavolo. (Disclaimer: I grew up in the area, though I don't know any former or current employees of Arethusa.)

Love it there but today wasn't a good day. Online menu shows oatmeal. To make sure we called but…read morekept getting a busy signal. Yes a busy signal! So we packed up the car and took my 89 y/o mom there, got her out of the car, got her seated, waited in the line for ten minutes ordered my oatmeal and was told " we don't have oatmeal." I suggested to the lovely young blond lady that "they should update their menu." She did not say sorry or even acknowledge what I was saying, and just smiled at me. We left disappointed. But nothing was more disappointing than Jackie's down the road. Don't ever go there. We love Arethusa, but this experience was a real miss. Hope they update their menu.

Who knew you could experience one of the most classic British pastimes just 40 minutes away from…read moreHartford? Tea and scones, British style. This is what we came across while driving through the little town of Morris, Connecticut. Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery is an adorable little British themed tea house. The best part? The three ladies running their business are all Brits! Alison, Clare and Deb are so welcoming and they come complete with their authentic British dialects. The inside is very small, homey and comfortable. There's so much British decor and delicate fine china everywhere. Their menu is broad with an assortment of tea of course, scones, sandwiches, soups and salads. I got the Rose Lemonade tea, with a scone. It came with a side of jam and cream. The presentation is stunning. Everything arrived on beautiful fine china, even the little dish for the honey. My friend also got their Chicken Salad Sandwich. I am so impressed, the scone was so fresh and tasty on its own, but adding that jam takes it to a new level. The tea was flavorful and rich. My friend also enjoyed her sandwich, I tried a bit, it was scrumptiously good. We had a lovely time at Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery, it is truly an experience to spend some time here.

The Penny Farthing Tea Room is an authentic charming and delicious British tea room. I can't say…read moreenough wonderful things about the food and service! The scones, cinnamon buns and pasties are AMAZING! The owners and staff create such a warm inviting atmosphere that you instantly feel like part of the family! Megan S