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Cj's Restaurant

3.8 (52 reviews)
InexpensiveBreakfast & Brunch
Closed • 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Almond cranberry pancakes
Monica B.

Great omelettes fast service, and casual atmosphere. The clientele is very diverse, no rush kind of place and love that about it! I loved my spinach, tomatoes and feta cheese omelette! Very decent coffee.

Sarah N.

CJ's is one of the hidden gems of CT I think everyone should try. If you're looking for a simple yet delicious breakfast, this is the place to go. It's a family-owned establishment filled with regulars and popular among families and the older population. The service is super friendly and quick, and the interior feels homey and welcoming. The food is amazing, and so are the prices. I got the breakfast special that comes with pancakes, eggs, bacon, and coffee. I opted for blueberry pancakes, which were massive and SO fluffy. They were cakey and not too sweet -- perfect for my preferences. The turkey bacon was crispy, and the yolks were runny just like I wanted. If you're looking to support a local, family-owned business, definitely try CJ's!

Nicholas B.

My dad goes to CJ's every Saturday for Breakfast bright and early. He's always awake super early do this place is his go to for early morning breakfast. Sam & Al have been running this place for forever. The service is quick and friendly and the food is fresh and made fast. Sam has a "Hiya honey" or "Good morning sunshine" To all the regulars that walk in the door each week. It's reminiscent of all those dinners back in the day. Hot coffee is made consistently the entire time you're there. Pancakes and bacon were fantastic . So good we had to get some to go as well. In the New Britain area CJs is the go to spot for breakfast.

Frank W.

There were warning signs that I chose to ignore so I only have myself to blame for the disaster some might call breakfast. The first clue should have been the location, an area populated by car dealerships, a defunct tire center, a closed Assyrian Community Center and an adjoining, similarly named, dry cleaners. Secondly, prior customer photos would not likely wet anyone's appetite. So yes, I coulda and shoulda have known better. No one acknowledged our arrival, but we observed a couple in front of us going directly to a table so we followed though choosing to settle in at a vacant booth. In short order a server arrived bearing menus and taking our drink orders. My wife chose apple cinnamon pancakes, a stack of 2 thought 3 seems to be the norm, while I went with a 3 egg spinach and feta omelet that included home fries and a choice of toast. Hers was almost good while mine was the worst omelet, hands down, that has ever been served to anyone, anytime, anywhere. Cooked past well done using frozen spinach and far too little feta it proved to be tasteless, dried out, and totally blah! The accompanying home fries were not great, but at least proved to eatable while the wheat toast was okay. Meanwhile back at my wife's side of the table, her coffee was nothing short of watered down. If you choose to ignore this review and opt to join the regulars at CJ's, be forewarned that breakfast is served everyday while lunch is limited to weekdays. Also, don't wait for the check to arrive, proceed to the register to pay though you will not be receiving a detailed bill. Lastly, actually almost lastly, there is a nominal charge of 1% added as a customer service fee that I surmise is due to paying with plastic. Finally, don't come expecting to see us because we will be dining elsewhere.

Dawn H.

This place is snuggled in a small plaza with plenty of parking. They say to seat yourself when entering and its rather spacious inside. They have a huge menu along the bar type seating . Paper menus are available. The place is very clean . Today we tried the sausage gravy over biscuits. It was pretty good . My friend had eggs sunny side with bacon. The eggs definitely could have cooked longer . The bacon really good . One Mickey Mouse pancake for my son was just enough for his belly and pretty good. We definitely will be back to enjoy some more menu items and specials.

Popeyes omelette was yummy! The home fries was the way I like it... very good!
Sasha K.

Food was great! The waiters were pleasant, and attentive the ambiance was private & an authentic place.. I will definitely go back!

Eggs corned beef hash crispy home fries
John P.

Breakfast made how it's supposed to be. No frills spot with friendly service and great food. I am never disappointed with a meal from CJs. If your getting an omelette with sausage ask for the Italian sausage...really delicious.

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I picked up breakfast sandwiches here and didn't enjoy them. For what I paid for one of my sandwich had mole

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Really good Breakfast place. Fantastic sandwiches and a very friendly staff!

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8 years ago

Friendly, quick service. Plenty of butters. Tasty apple cinnamon pancakes, and even better was the strawberry and whipped cream waffle.

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Service was prompt & friendly. Food was great, portions large, and reasonably priced. The prefect no frills place for breakfast.

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