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A cozy, college-friendly brunch spot in Middletown known for creative sandwiches and dependable coffee. Expect a mix of hearty breakfast plates, inventive lunch specials and bagel-focused mornings served in a lively, artful atmosphere.
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A cozy, college-friendly brunch spot in Middletown known for creative sandwiches and dependable coffee. Expect a mix of hearty breakfast plates, inventive lunch specials and bagel-focused mornings served in a lively, artful atmosphere.
Cozy, cash-friendly neighborhood cafe and bar known for oversized deli sandwiches, housemade soups and a friendly staff. Expect simple tuna melts, stacked roast beef and regular praise for Reubens and pastrami served in generous portions.
Carmela's on the Extension is a cozy Middletown breakfast spot known for generous pancakes, homemade corned beef hash and classic eggs Benedict. Friendly service, fresh fruit sides and big plates keep regulars coming back.
A cozy, no-frills breakfast diner on Main Street known for generous plates, strong coffee and fast, friendly service. Locals praise pancakes, French toast and a kielbasa hash that keeps people coming back for simple, well-loved morning food.
Copper Skillet serves hearty, down-to-earth breakfast and comfort classics in a friendly, family-run diner. Reviews praise fluffy and specialty pancakes, charred juicy burgers, and attentive servers, making it a reliable place for simple, well-made meals in Killingworth.
Cromwell Diner delivers generous, classic American diner cooking β from big breakfasts and biscuits and gravy to turkey clubs and pot roast β served hot and fresh in a cozy, family-friendly spot with quick, attentive service.
Cozy mom-and-pop breakfast spot in Portland, CT, known for homestyle plates, strong community service, and a menu with gluten-free choices, corned beef hash, pancakes and biscuits and gravy served in a friendly, counter-focused diner setting.
A vintage Main Street diner serving honest comfort food and strong coffee. Known for shredded corned beef hash, home fries cooked with peppers and onions, and fast, friendly counter service in a cozy, local atmosphere.
Cozy, family-run breakfast spot on Main Street in Deep River known for hearty home fries, thick hollandaise-topped Eggs Benedict, and oversized muffins baked in-house. Friendly servers and a small-town diner vibe make mornings feel simple and satisfying.
A cozy, locally minded breakfast spot serving thoughtfully prepared coffee, handmade breakfasts and brunch favorites. Expect live acoustic music, indoor fireplace seating and casual outdoor tables where locals savor organic ingredients and slow mornings.
A cozy, family-friendly Italian spot known for large, New Yorkβstyle and Sicilian pizza slices, generous grinders and classic diner breakfasts. Friendly staff and an owner who engages with guests keeps this place feeling like a neighborhood kitchen.
A cozy, family-owned breakfast spot in Cromwell known for quick, friendly service and a broad comfort-food menu. Regulars mingle at the counter while cooks turn out classic Benedicts, home fries, biscuits and gravy, and hearty plates to order.
Cozy, women-owned cafe in Old Saybrook serving breakfast all day with a bakery, well-regarded coffee and a menu of omelets, pancakes and fresh fruit. Casual indoor and outdoor seating makes it an easy spot for relaxed morning meals.
Perk on Main is a cozy, roomy cafe in downtown Middletown known for crepes, bagels, and strong coffee. Counter-order service with table delivery, plenty of seating, and a mix of healthy and indulgent breakfast and lunch choices.
A cozy Middletown breakfast spot known for homemade corned beef hash, crisp home fries and friendly, neighborhood service. Expect diner-style portions, fresh muffins by the register and comforting breakfasts that keep locals coming back.
Cozy Main Street diner serving breakfast and brunch, Sarah's on Main is known for made-from-scratch plates, famously crispy home fries, generous portions and a friendly, neighborhood staff that keeps patrons returning for morning comfort food.
Sunlit deli and marketplace known for made-from-scratch sandwiches, baguettes called "crackbread," cookies, soups and coffee. Friendly staff serve hearty, homey plates and bakery treats in a calm, boutique-lined space popular with locals.
Cozy East Hampton cafe known for generous breakfast and lunch plates, enormous pancakes, house-baked Greek pastries and new paninis. Warm, attentive service and a rotating specials board highlight comfort-food favorites and occasional authentic Greek dishes.
A cozy marina-side cafΓ© serving scratch-made breakfast and lunch with standout smash burgers and a parade of fresh pastries. Warm counter service and waterfront picnic seating make each meal feel like a neighborhood discovery.
Homey breakfast spot famed for enormous stuffed pancakes and generous coffee pours. Menu balances decadent stacks, paleo and gluten-free choices, plus shrimp and grits and a lively bar program that locals praise for brunch.
A cozy, French-leaning bistro in Chester offering a compact, well-executed menu. House sourdough, French onion soup, craft cocktails and brunch favorites anchor the plates while attentive service keeps regulars coming back.
The Villager is a local pizza spot known for crowd-pleasing pies and friendly service.
Turtle Cafe is a cozy Westbrook breakfast spot with an open kitchen where chefs cook to order. Menus focus on crepes, hash skillets, benedicts and waffles, with consistently praised coffee and friendly service.
A cozy East Hampton breakfast spot known for generous, freshly cooked plates, house-brewed coffee and an easygoing staff. Regulars praise waffles, loaded breakfast sandwiches and home fries served in a bright, family-friendly atmosphere.
A cozy cat-themed cafe in East Haddam known for carefully made espresso drinks, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and a pastry case full of coffee cake and cinnamon rolls β all served with personable, neighborly service.
A cozy family-run cafe on Deep Riverβs Main Street serving scratch breakfast and lunch. Guests praise crisp, garlicky home fries, savory eggs Benedict variations and steady coffee alongside friendly counter service and river-facing outdoor seating.