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Cafe Sofia

3.5 (237 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Blueberry ice cream
Vivian V.

3.5/5 Cute and calming space that takes you out of the hustle and bustle of Weha. Take your pick of a snack from macarons, ice cream, baklava, sweet/savory crepes (made right in front of you!), and endless syrup options for drinks. Blueberry ice cream (kid scoop) {3.5/5}: The ice cream was too sweet for me, but there were real blueberry pieces throughout the ice cream was very enjoyable

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Kevin D.

A pretty decent cafe, with some fancy eats and french macaroons. Not bad, but not great. Came here on a whim, looking for coffee and looking to try some new places. The place is small but cozy, not a lot of seating and the front counter didn't allow for a lot of room to maneuver. Opted for a mexican latte and a few french macaroons along with a chocolate chip cookie. The Mexican latte had a little bit of a zip to it, they used a cinnamon flavored syrup to give it a bit of heat. Beyond the zip, not much to remember about it. The french macaroons, weirdly enough the texture was a bit dense and mealy. Kind of like the almondflour wasn't sifted. However the flavor of the fillings was very strong, which I appreciate. If you got a pistachio macaroon, it's going to hit you over the head with a pistachio flavor. The chocolate chip cookie was a well executed chocolate chip cookie. Soft, good chocolate, decent size. There wasn't anything that differed this chocolate chip cookie versus any other chocolate cookie though. I liked the flavors offered, but everything was a little off. It's good, but there's a lot of good options in the area for both coffee and baked goods. Worth a try

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Enxhi B.

Came here for a breakfast/coffee date with hubby just to try a new cafe since we moved to CT. The coffee is very tasty and the crepes are delicious! It's a cute little interior with some seating available. They have several menu options. The location is nice as it's in a central part of town with lots to walk around and look at.

Thuy-Linh P.

Went to this cafe to pick up some macarons for my mother. This cafe is super cute and I definitely need to come back to try come more pastries and ice cream. I ordered a savory crepe and it was alright, although a little pricey and it took way longer to be completed than expected. I suppose that can be a good thing since the crepes are fresh and if I weren't busy running errands I wouldn't have been in a rush and probably would have had a better sit-down experience. My bf ordered a funky monkey smoothie and it was very filling. There are a few outdoor tables available on the patio and it is a nice spot for coffee in Blue Back Square. My mom enjoyed the macarons and I definitely would like to return to see more of what Cafe Sofia has to offer.

Toasted marshmallow iced coffee
Ana B.

I've gone to Cafe Sofia many times through the years. I've mostly had their coffee, but I've also had their delicious Belgian waffles, piled with plenty of fresh fruit and whipped cream. They have a nice selection of European desserts, pastries and macaroons. They also have ice cream. Today I stopped in for their coffee, I also got a macaroon. They have a large selection of coffee flavors to chose from. Then there was a menu of their top selling flavors. I got the Toasted Marshmallow iced coffee. I couldn't decide on a macaroon, the young man suggested I get the passionfruit macaroon. The coffee was excellent as excepted. I like the Toasted Marshmallow, I can't say it tasted like marshmallow, but it was solid, with plenty of strong coffee flavor. Also their small, is a very generous size. The Passionfruit macaroon, was very fresh, but this flavor was too sweet for me. It's still a very good pick, in its golden yellow color, and the sweet creme in the center. I probably would go for a different flavor next time. Cafe Sofia is very small, they have a few spots for outdoor seating, and a few for indoor seating. They deliver excellent coffee and desserts.

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Maureen G.

Stopped in on Valentines Day for a warm cup of chai. The chai was delicious. The cafe was cozy. Only issue was the lady waiting on us was not friendly. She never welcomed us, sat playing on her phone while I was standing there ready to order, never smiled and never said "thank you" "enjoy" or "have a nice day". For me that made it a one and done. I gave it a 3 star rating because it was very clean and the chai was really good.

Lourdes M.

Local cafe in the downtown. I loved the vibe. Quaint and cozy. People are relax, friendly and warm. Good location. We walked in for snacks. Got ourselves comfortable on a high bar table with free WiFi and outlet. Food is great. Loved my crepe.

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Yutin Z.

Cute little cafe in West Hartford Center! Stopped by and ordered a iced Mexican mocha latte! I did not really like it at first but it got better the more I drank it, probably because the whipped cream on top got incorporated in more. They also have other desserts such as crepes, macaroons, baklava, and more!

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Wonderful service! Definitely somewhere where I would come back with my mates and enjoy a nice coffee and enjoy the warm weather!

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Best cafe in West Hartford. The best service and coffee. 100% recommend. I would come back any day.

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Overpriced, rude workers/owners & bad drinks. Feel sorry for the poor people who wander in because it's in a popular street.

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Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

4.9(21 reviews)
0.2 mi

Decide to drop by kilwins for dessert for the first time while I was in West Hartford center . Came…read morein thinking we would get fudge . But then we discovered they have ice cream as well! I tried the marshmallow s'more ice cream which was amazing ! Igor a small scoop with hot dude , caramel and Oreo crumbs and it was AMAZING !! Im obsessed ! My husband got the pecan ice cream which was also amazing .. I don't think you can go wrong with any of their ice cream options! After getting our ice cream we walked around the center and enjoyed the weather and the ice cream! Perfect day ! Can't wait to be back and try some more flavour ! P.s the ice cream was soo good I forgot to take a picture before I ate it !

Add 'Get a scoop at Kilwin's" to your Summer Bucket List!…read more Food: Absolutely decadent! I got a scoop of Two Berry Pie ("Vanilla-flavored ice cream, strawberry, blueberry & sugared pie crust") in a cup and the little got Lemon Sorbetto! Both were rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Kilwin's offers a sample so you can actually taste before you decide, which is a major win. It was a tough decision, but I will be back for the Cake Batter. The cones are made fresh in-house and smell divine. Beyond ice cream, there's a whole lineup of treats dipped in chocolate: pretzels, Oreos, marshmallows, you name it. Sweet tooth? Handled. Diet? Not. Service: Everyone was super friendly and patient, even with a line. You can tell they actually enjoy working there, which makes the whole experience feel even sweeter. Atmosphere: It's more of a grab-and-go setup, like just a candy store that sells ice cream not an ice cream shop, so there's no indoor seating but right outside there are plenty of benches in downtown West Hartford. The area is busy, walkable, and perfect for a side of people-watching. The quality is top-tier, the flavors are spot-on, and everything feels like a treat because it is. Worth every penny. 10/10 recommend for locals and visitors too.

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Bridgewater Chocolate

4.4(63 reviews)
0.0 mi
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I liked Bridgewater Chocolate ("BC") before they were in West Hartford Center. I had heard about…read moreBC from a Best Chocolate list. The list suggested that BC had great traditional chocolates, while another CT chocolatier had a modern European style. Both great, but different. I remember going to a store in Bridgewater, CT many years ago, but I don't think it was actually a Bridgewater Chocolate store. That store sold BC's high end classic chocolates like turtles, toffees, patties and caramels though. I bought a bunch and thought they were outstanding. I already thought that West Hartford Center was kind of a cool place, but when the West Hartford Bridgewater Chocolate store first opened, I knew it for sure. With its beautiful chocolates displayed like expensive jewelry, the West Hartford store feels like a high end chocolate boutique that would be at home in Beverly Hills. Sometimes, I feel under-dressed when I go. I'm afraid they're going to kick me out Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman-style, but the BC staff never makes me feel that way. They welcome me and offer me a free taste of chocolate. It always works. I buy a few extra. If you like things done in a classic way, but at the highest possible level, BC is your place. The chocolates have perfect shapes and colors. If you don't like the look of a circle with uniform color, they've got stripes. Don't like long, flat and smooth pieces, they'll rough it up with some chopped nuts. You only want to buy chocolate in the shape of a top hat? That's kind of weird, but they've got you anyway. The toffee breaks in your teeth the exact way you had hoped it would. The nuts and caramel in the turtles crunch and stretch simultaneously. The caramels ooze when you bite into them. The milk chocolate tastes smooth and sweet, and the dark chocolate tastes deeply bittersweet and complex. You can buy curated boxes of chocolates in very cool boxes if you're buying gifts. You can also order by the piece and select the exact ones you want. BC has things like bars and containers of chocolate covered pretzels. Love the pretzels. Even BC's bags are classy. Food-wise, Bridgewater Chocolates is one of the most respected names outside of CT. It's 5 Stars for me every time.

Amazing chocolate at this place. Definitely taste smooth and melts in your mouth! Loved the salted…read morecaramel milk and dark chocolate.

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Hartford Baking

3.6(171 reviews)
0.1 mi
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I went here for a lunch meeting and was pleasantly surprised. It's what I imagine Panera might have…read morebeen before it became Panera. Service is friendly. Everything behind and in front of the counter is neatly arranged. There is seating on the second floor besides the limited tables opposite the counter downstairs. Business is booming at lunch, and with good reason. The roast chicken cobb salad was delicious--all the ingredients were fresh and flavorful and their Green Goddess dressing was phenomenal! Their iced London Fog was also very good. Wasn't as crazy about the bagel I took home, but I'm biased because if it's not a kettle-cooked, New York bagel, it just isn't the same for me. But this is West Hartford, not Westchester or Fairfield County, and there's a different expectation there, so I'll let it slide. ;)

This is my favorite place to keep Coming back to, spending…read moretoo much money on a mediocre sandwich, and then acting surprised when I'm left disappointed. Service is fast and very friendly. Food is seriously overpriced and underwhelming. The bakery items are typically very good though as are the cafe items. The chicken ceasar wrap is a wrap with chicken and lettuce and tomatoes that happens to also have ceasar dressing in it. The curry chicken salad is lackluster. I've eaten here many times and have never been blown away--more so mad at myself for trying it again and again.

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4.3(210 reviews)
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I used to come here in high school so I'm happily surprised this spot is still around. Inside is…read morehow I remember it, a few seats and overall clean. I recall it being one of the only bubble tea spots in the area with decent drinks and I'm glad it's lasted so long. I got one of their newer matcha drinks and the taste was nice - what really pushed the review to five stars was one of the workers genuinely asking for my opinion and being transparent about how they were actively sourcing good matcha and experimenting with drink mixes. Super innovative and friendly! Overall, nice staff and nice drinks. Here's hoping it sticks around for another decade!

This used to be my absolute favorite. Boba and I used to drive 45 minutes at least monthly just to…read moreget one. I like just the classic milk tea and their Boba was always super super soft, the milk Rich, and creamy, and the sweetness just perfect. The last few times I've gone has been completely different. The Boba was crunchy no longer soft. Worse than that the recipe is different. The milk is not the same. The sweetness is not the same. I don't know what they did but they 100% changed their recipe. I want a couple times with this new recipe and was hoping maybe it was just a mistake. However, last time I went will be the last time I go over. It actually is getting worse overtime. I don't know if there's a new owner, a new manufacturer or what. But this is different and I will no longer go and I'm very sad.

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Emrey’s Specialty Sweets & Sodas - Ice cream float with vanilla ice cream and Hosmer's red cola

Emrey’s Specialty Sweets & Sodas

4.6(14 reviews)
3.6 mi•Downtown

"Well, I did not think the girl could be so cruel And I'm…read morenever going back to my old school" (Steely Dan) Old School and classic- that's the vibe Emrey's does so well. They are a "vintage-chic soda bar" with definite nostalgic vibes from the 1950's, or even earlier. Want an old-fashioned ice cream soda, milkshake, soda floats, ice cream sundae, banana split, or maybe a boozy ice cream or coffee drink? Well, belly up to their long soda counter, hop on a bar stool, and let your inner Fonzie go wild. You'll love their pastel pink, black and white color scheme, and you'll sure love their charm and hospitality. You won't see a zillion ice cream flavors on the menu, just the most basic varieties beyond vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. We ordered two Malt Frappes ($11 each), one Classic Vanilla and one Pistachio. They both came with whipped cream and a cherry, and my Pistachio was garnished with pistachio pieces in the frappe and atop the whipped cream. They were excellent, cold, thick, refreshing, frozen comfort food at its best and oh so nostalgic. Reminded me of the shakes we used to get t Howard Johnson's a lifetime ago. And the portions were pretty big, our server Gwen poured whatever wouldn't fit into our glasses into a plastic cup for us. Definitely worth a stop on your next visit to downtown Hartford.

Emrey's had been on my radar for a while. The shop is soo cute perfect for photo ops with the cute…read morepink decor and old school vibes ! Not to mention they have a speakeasy in the back behind the Photobooth ( yes a photobooth !!) I l got the s'mores hot chocolate and it was delicious ( I'm still think about it) Can't wait to go back and try something else !

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