We were staying in Hamden for the weekend and since we don't know the area, did a quick search and…read morefound a couple of options. Brian stone was closer but I skipped over it based on the rating and the pictures of the decor. We drove a little farther to State street Cafe and it was too busy, so we drove to Brown Stone. Stepping in reminded me of "The Pantry" in LA. A little run down, stuck in time with the decor, but a recognized local favorite and food go to for those that know. Brown Stone had the same vibe and feel as soon as we went In. I loved seeing the locals and the staff immediately greeted us and attended to us, bringing some coffee. Breakfast items are relatively simple, nothing fancy here, nor were we looking for it. I just wanted a good meal. I ordered the avocado and ham omelette special and my wife the egg and Belgian waffle. Breakfast came out quick, hot, and good! I was pleasantly surprised, and should not have been so judgy. Like the saying goes, don't judge a book by its cover. Looking forward to going back tomorrow morning. I'll take some photos to add to this later.

This is an A1 place for breakfast/brunch. Eggs are incredibly fresh. I have had scrambled, over…read moreeasy and eggs Benedict which was among the best I've had. Also a good selection of lunch items. The staff is friendly and efficient. Because the decor seems old and untouched sjnce the 50's. 'one is pleasantly surprised by the products that appear on your plate. Parking lot free and close. Check out menu online.

4 stars for service, and the muffins! The muffins are soooo damn good! We had the corn and just…read morepull the trigger and order a muffin, it's that good. Our waitress and her mom were running the place which has about 8-10 tables and is pretty non-descript from the outside. The iced tea was good, my eggs were great. The pancakes were thin and more crepe like not fluffy pancakes. Everything is served on wax paper on paper plates. Ambiance is a bit meh. Syrup is not real maple syrup, corn syrup thick not so tasty. Potatoes not crispy but still tasty.

Breakfast Sandwiches are larger than life. Grabbed an order for 10 and everyone in our group had a…read morewinner. Came in for sit down breakfast and aaaahhhhhh.... Nothing fancy, but good old family style breakfasts, blue plate sandwiches, done right and served hot. Nostalgic 60's vibe with local history and local "catch up". Breakfast and lunch only. Summer specials

I grabbed a breakfast sandwich here and it was pretty good! It had so many items on it - ham,…read morecheese, egg, spinach, and tomato. The price was also affordable! The space is really cool and would be a great place to do work or meet up with friends. The staff was friendly and helpful as well.

My girlfriend wanted a LARGE latte, we got the pink cup (pictured) which seemed like a 2006 era…read more"tall/grande" for shrinklation reference. We then saw the minutely larger RED cup behind the counter and felt immediate betrayal. The coffee was almost $8. Bidenomics Trumpenomics Modernity This was a tough experience emotionally I love my girlfriend so I will stay strong for her. I would've got her a $20 coffee, but for the rest of you that are also beaten down by society , this cafe might be tough.

Solid brekkie burrito and such a cute little spot that felt like I was eating in someone else's…read morehome The staff was super sweet and attentive. It was quiet too. Pancake was giant and great choco chip to pancake ratio Nice & fluffy but felt super heavy in my belly I dont know if I'd be craving coming back here but it was yummy

Customer service is top notch here. I've been here a few times and this is what keeps me coming…read moreback. It's exactly how it sounds - a neighborhood cafe. It's not fancy, no frills with the cutlery and paper plates, but has exactly what you need in terms of food and a great place to just chill and eat without a lot of hoopla. The first time I came here to check this place out was with a friend to catch up. We wanted a mix of sweet and salty and the waitress was able to help us pick out some breakfast and lunch options to accommodate. The next time we came with family from NYC. Mind you my cousins have 5 children ranging from ages 1.5 to 13. Their menu is extensive. They were able to get everyone's orders in a timely manner and were patient with all desires from the kids - the cinnamon roll pancakes were a hit This most recent experience was my husband's lunch meeting. He wanted fries with his sandwich. Since they don't make fries, the owner suggested he get his fries someplace else and eat them at THEIR restaurant. How kind - No one does that these days! Not only was that supporting another business (without fear of business loss), but that's how much they wanted to ensure his happiness. It seems small, but it's not. Lastly, he ordered the supreme veggie sandwich. He said it was tasty (it looked delicious). They didn't have honey mustard sauce so they offered to mix honey with their mustard. Simple gesture, but second order thinking! A lot of businesses take note because that is what is missing in customer service these days.

Adelphi's is such a relaxed and homey diner experience. Everyone is kind and friendly and I never…read morehave felt rushed nor have I ever felt I've had to wait for service They have a great menu. A lot of choices but not to a ridiculous level like some diners. Their specials are always a win. I love the stuffed sole with crabmeat stuffing. It came with choice of veg, potato, and soup or salad with bread for our party of two. Tapioca pudding for the win to end a great meal.

Great meal, with a fantastic staff who truly cares about your visit and your day! Feels like a home…read moremade meal in the best way possible! Will be back!

Delicious baked goods. Cardamon bread, baguettes, cookies, breakfast pastries,…read moreMuffins. All home cooked and good to the last bite. Excellent.

You need to go here! It's a Hamden gem. Lovely baker. Amazing home baked treats. Soups. Eggs. Do…read morenot leave without a loaf of his cardamom bread. The smell alone! Delicious! Soft. Sweet. Rock sugar on top. So delicious with butter. Odd hours. Get there early for the bread. Cash only. This place is a rarity!

Have been going to Cilantro for coffee, breakfast and lunch for many years. Nearly always had a…read morepositive experience. Was here yesterday for lunch and was excited for a sandwich. However, what I received was 90% bread and lettuce with only 10% protein and cheese. Why the ridiculously lean portions??!! Feeling like I was ripped off by Cilantro. It was a carry-out order so impossible for me to address in person. Note: the counter staff that took my order were perfectly pleasant, the sandwich-maker on the other hand appeared visibly distressed by having to work.

The store/ cafe was closed at 4 pm although the sign says 7-5. This is not the First time the store…read morewas closed at a random time. If there is an emergency then a sign in the window would be nice. But to Lock up just like that is not ok. We never got to order or to talk to the staff but they were in cleaning up.

Wonderful way to start my Saturday, ice coffee and an almond crosaint!!! Delicious and the service…read morewas excellent, big smiles all around. Love the staff at this local café:)

Decent baked goods option for a small airport. Had the veggie quiche and my fiancé had the cronut…read moreand a juice. Not bad, but came out to be $21 so typical airport inflation.