I was in Mystic on New Year's Eve morning, killing time in between food activities, when I saw…read morePasta Fresca & Piadina in a Yelp search result. Its grinders looked damn good. Since Pasta was in the name, I figured it might be more of a market than a grinder shop and I decided to visit. It was actually more of a grinder shop that sold some fresh pasta and sauces and things that you would expect a grinder shop to have. I honestly thought about walking out without buying anything, but I kept thinking about that awesome looking Italian Trio (basically like an Italian Combo) grinder. I decided to order a small, take some pics and a couple of bites, and save the rest for later since I had lunch plans. This grinder was my ideal Italian Combo. First off, the small was huge. Full size at most places. I ate it over the course of two days. I ordered it with lettuce, tomato, banana peppers, cucumbers, provolone, Oil and Vinegar, Salt and Pepper, and Mayo. The three meats were pepperoni, Genoa salami and capicola. The bread was good, fresh and up to the job of holding the ingredients. There were about six slices of meats, but they folded them around the inside of the bun (cut on one side) so you were really getting about 12 layers in each bite. And the inside was stuffed with the veggies and other toppings. So stuffed that the toppings fell out as you were taking bites. But that was actually great from my perspective, because you could just pick up the fallen toppings and put them exactly where you were going to bite next. I've been to a lot of highly rated grinder shops in CT. I don't think I've had a better Italian combo. The ingredients were all great. It was a well constructed sandwich. You got bits and pieces of most of the stuff in each bite. Ingredients were in the right proportion. It was salty. Acidic. Juicy. Great contrasting textures. This was a text book Italian Combo Grinder. Now if you live near Mystic, getting a grinder from Pasta Fresca is a no brainer because you can take it home. If you're not from the Mystic area, there was a bit of seating. Seating may be hit or miss though. In any event, if you can figure out where you're going to eat the Italian Trio, you're going to love it. Can't believe I've never heard of this place. 5 Stars

The grinder sandwiches are not only HUGE but also absolutely amazing. One of the best sandwiches…read moreI've had in my life. The owner was so friendly and described everything on the menu to us. She gave us samples to make sure we got something we would truly enjoy. Overall, 10/10 experience.

The store is really nice and has a large variety of items both cold and hot as well as made to…read moreorder. The staff is very helpful and nice. However, this is getting 3 stars because although I was given a large portion of friends with my fish and chips, it was obvious that some of the fries were old and refried which was really disappointing. The fish used for the fish and chips was extremely.... fishy! Maybe it's because I've had fish and chips in Norway, England, San Francisco etc but it was way too thick and just not the right fish in my opinion. Although the staff was friendly, when my order was ready they all kind of walked away and didn't really tell me if I could pay there or not, so I stood at the register for a few minutes before anyone asked me what I needed. They were still very polite, just not really aware I guess. However, I would still go back to this place because the ambiance is great, what I could eat was great, the portions given and selections was large, and they were very friendly!

John makes the best sandwich you can imagine…read more Friendly and so helpful. He was so patient as my sister and I had trouble making up our minds on what we wanted on to sandwich.

I've heard of this place but finally made the visit! I have to recommend their Tiramisu Latte,…read moreprobably the best latte I've gotten out at a restaurant! Creamy and balanced, I was tempted to get another! We ordered the California Burrito and Big 55 sandwich. The jalapeño aioli paired with the carne asada on the burrito was unreal. Better than they make in Cali! Big 55 was everything you could want in a classic breakfast sandwich with sausage and bacon on a soft ciabatta with chipotle aioli. Last note - the guys behind the counter were so friendly, greeting everyone coming through the door! I swear they knew everyone, and introduced themselves if they didn't. Such a cool environment for a cafe in a place that doesn't always seem "local" based on tourism.

Respectfully... what happened? This is psychological damage…read more I went out of my way to go to Lighthouse because I heard they had gluten-free options. They had gluten-free option, singular, so that's what I got. This plain gluten-free bagel with plain cream cheese ran me $7. I asked for it extra toasted. I got raw ass bread, slightly warmed up, with an insulting amount of cream cheese. So yeah you can get a gluten-free bagel here, but at what cost? (That's a rhetorical question - the answer is $7 & emotional distress). Anyways - I really hope they continue to stock gluten-free items, just with more intention & care. People will go way out of their way for a good gluten-free breakfast. It's gotta be good tho.

This is exactly the kind of breakfast and lunch spot that keeps you coming back! Delicious food and…read moresuper friendly staff. Their popovers are the star: light, airy, perfectly golden, with that crisp exterior and soft, buttery center. The stuffed steak and cheese popover is a must-order and packed with flavor in every bite. The house-made corned beef hash is delicious and clearly made with care. I also loved the loaded breakfast bowl complete with crispy potatoes topped with an egg, onions and peppers, melted cheese, guacamole, and sour cream.

Great food! Hopping little spot for all of your breakfast needs! Great staff, great food. Its one…read moreof those spots you'll keep coming back to. I know I will.

I found them on Yelp. I visited and got coffee and breakfast sandwich with chorizo…read more Wow it was awesome and this place does not gouge your wallet! Will definitely return on my next trip. Rick

Great sandwiches in a cute little train depot. Amazing they can make so many options in a little…read moreplace. Their version of a Reuben was good but the corned beef was chunky and it was so cheesy and saucy it was a little hard to eat. A knife and fork would have helped me scrape up all the yummy stuff that fell out.

I can't remember the name of the sub but I asked if they had something close to an "Italian" so…read morethat's what I got. I asked for hot peppers and go banana peppers. The sandwich was pretty solid. The service was great.

the very best grinders anywhere! The ingredients are always so fresh! The bread tops it off!read more

Masa was basically my non-only seafood fare on a recent Connecticut trip. I appreciate both the…read morewonderful staff and the two friendly locals who graciously steered me in the right direction when my internal monologue became external. With its Latin American focus, I felt like the Peruvian chicken would be the best bet. Plus it was listed first on the menu (unlike concert setlists the best isn't usually saved for last - what's the deal with The Killers opening with Mr. Brightside? - but I digress). This was superb, partly thanks to the salsa verde, but also due to the excellent basil bread. I also enjoyed the mint lemonade. The local customers, like many Yelpers, raved about the Chinese BBQ sandwich and said I should get it next time. I had a moment of indie-rock snobbery and thought I can get Chinese sandwiches anytime in NYC, but I was curious about the emphatic praise. For a second I pretended I couldn't possibly get a second sandwich. So with some self-delusion combining "I didn't eat breakfast" and "these nice people told me to get another one" I got the BBQ sandwich. It, too, was excellent, with a perfect fusing of ham, bread and sauce.

My friends and I stopped in here earlier today to check out the vibes and Masa passed the vibe…read morecheck for sureeeee. Their empanadas are absolutely beautiful and should be show cased more often. Def a good hidden gem on this side of the state.

Where should I start. First, the employees are friendly and very helpful. The selection of food is…read moregreat. Did you know everything is made on site. It is a quaint shop with not only good food, but a sweet area where you can purchase interesting items that will bring a smile to your face. It is a family-owned business which has been there for many years. What more could you ask for: great food, great employees and a quaint little shop. Sounds like a winning combination to me!

The word "bakery" is very misleading. A small display case which by 2:00 p.m. is nearly empty is…read morewhat we discovered. There were a few basic cookies, tarts but nothing anyone would get excited about. Village Sandwich Shop is what they really are. There seems to be a real lack of bakeries on Groton-Mystic shoreline which is a major disappointment same goes for good Italian food. Syft is decent but also lacks when you think of variety and baked goods. Having moved from central CT, we never realized how spoiled we were having access to very good, generational, family owned bakeries! Id pass on Village Bake House however as far as "baked goods".

Anchor Mystic is a breakfast, lunch, and pastries spot located right outside of the Mystic Seaport…read moreMuseum. There are some outdoor and indoor seating. They had a variety of pastries to choose from. We stopped in before visiting the museum. We needed breakfast and coffee. We came for cookies and a muffin which were good. The coffee was okay. Overall, a decent spot to get a quick snack though!

Great food and coffee! Amazing service. Cute place with a good amount of seating. Perfect for a…read morequick breakfast/lunch

Always a go to for me when I'm in the area. The food is amazing!…read moreNever mind, the history of Carson's which is quite amazing!

Great food and atmosphere - nice little historic luncheonette with a traditional ice cream / soda…read morefountain. Should be more places like this.