Breakfast was everything you want in a classic, morning meal. The scrambled eggs were fluffy and…read moreperfectly cooked, paired with golden home fries. Pancakes were big, fluffy, but light. Add in two slices of buttery, perfectly toasted bread, and you've got the kind of breakfast that leaves you completely satisfied. The fresh-squeezed orange juice was a perfect way to round out breakfast. It was served ice-cold in a cute mason jar and topped with a fresh orange wedge, which was such a nice touch. The inside decor was also so cute! We got the perfect timing because they got soo busy packed midway. Will be going there again.

The service was great... the food was awesome. Sat outside & had great conversations without…read moreyelling back and forth. Second time I ate here & they do not disappoint

I'm not exaggerating when I say I actually loved our visit here small an convenient food was good…read moreservice was even better if giving the chance I will definitely be back

Food was great and everything was well priced…read more The service also made us feel like family. The accommodated large group of 11 without any issues and everything was correct. If I'm back in the area I would definitely go back

Excellent service and food. The owner is so friendly and accommodating. You might have a little bit…read moreof a wait, but it is well worth it.

First, I want to say that the service was amazing. So friendly, like we had been going there for…read moreyears. After reading all of the reviews about the corned beef hash, I have to say I was totally disappointed. There is no way that this is house made. I love corned beef hash, and I make it frequently. This was definitely canned and so full of onion flakes that you couldn't really taste anything else. And it looked like it was prepared in a food processor. I would return because of the hospitality, but I definitely wouldn't order that again

This was an off day. I'm typically pleased with this diner and they have a cosy neighborhood feel…read more However on this day everything that could go wrong did. I ordered a bacon egg and cheese on a hard roll. I asked for my egg to be cooked "hard". I was served a runny egg. I couldn't eat it. I planned to take it home to heat a bit more. At the register you can view the cooks. The person handling my food reached on my plate glove free and put it in a box. I couldn't eat the sandwich after witnessing that. Then someone parked behind my car which wasn't a parking spot. It turned into a huge commotion for me to get to work on time. I know it was an off day, but the likelihood of me returning anytime soon is slim. The staff is courteous but served my food without listening to my needs.

Went to have breakfast. They served burnt hash browns. Burnt toast Not just burnt but black. I…read morecomplained to the waitress she said the regular cook wasn't in. I said but you served it. Didn't you see it. It's gone down hill fast

This place feels like a little country diner. Cute decor. Prompt service and a home cooked meal…read more I liked the sausage egg and cheese special served on French toast and I hope they keep it on the menu. The owner is the cook and he always greets you with a big happy hello when you walk in.

I have been to Monteiro's a few times and this last visit on Friday, January 2nd 2026 was very…read moredisappointing... The diner was not very busy a few tables with customers....the owner standing at the kitchen window greeted us warmly as we arrived... We sat ourselves at a booth and waited for the server to approach... She watched us walk in and seat ourselves and let us sit for ten minutes without approaching... Two more customers walked in behind us sat themselves and she went right over with no issue and took their order right away... Put their order in at the window and then slowly shuffled over to our table with no greeting... Brashly asked us what we wanted to drink and if we knew what we wanted to eat right from the jump... My husband ordered a regular coffee and a chocolate milk... She turned to me and said what do you want... I asked for a cup of decaf and she replied "decaf what?" As if there were more options for decaffeinated beverages... I responded a cup of decaf coffee please and thank you... she turned snidely and walked away... Two minutes later brought out our drinks and again said with a sneer do you know what you want?.... I ordered an omelette w/ home fries and white toast, my hubby ordered a short stack of pancakes... She put our order in and seven minutes later brought out our order... put them on the table asked if we wanted ketchup or hot sauce we politely declined both stating no thank you she then puts the check on the table and walks away NEVER returning to check on our meal satisfaction or if we needed refills. I cut into the omelette just to find egg soup inside... Mushroom and cheese omelettes normally aren't as runny as this was... kept cutting into it just to see it flop open... only for it to be half cooked inside... I ate the toast and what little home fries I received were burnt to a crisp like it was from the grease trap and not fresh at all... I have never had an issue with their food prior to these last two visits but the more I go the less I feel welcomed. This will be our last trip to this particular diner.. maybe I would be better off ordering things to go and picking them up.... unfortunately I will not go back to an establishment where I don't feel welcomed by the server... let alone to tip someone less than deserving of her title as a "server".... Saddest part is that she could have been a bit kinder forced a smiled and at minimum come by to see if we were enjoying our meal that again was less than satisfactory...But NO!! Rushed out the order to our table... Just to be rushed out the door with our check before we even took our first bite. My husband, I felt was being generous for even tipping her what he did... I would've left her a nice tip on the back of the receipt stating "gratuity is earned NOT promised or guaranteed, smile, be kind, & at very least check on your customers that is my tip for you in 2026."

The food was good. We had breakfast and it was delicious…read more The service was excellent. We plan to go back soon.

We arrived before 9 and the place was a quiet but after we were seated the place filled in fast…read more That is always a good sign of a tasty breakfast place. As soon as we arrived we were greeted and welcomed. We ordered two of the specials. I had the let's get shredded. Which was poached eggs and hollandaise sauce on top of a bed of shredded potato with slices of bacon. It was great! Not often in this area for breakfast but hope to find my way out here for this breakfast again!

First-time visit for me, but my friends had long been patrons of Leo's. Your met by a welcoming and…read morefriendly staff, and our coffee and tea came quickly and hot. I appreciate that our server and the hostess came by regularly to refill our cups. I ordered the eggs Benedict and fruit. The eggs were cooked perfectly and presented beautifully. The English muffin was toasted just right. Man, I enjoyed that breakfast. The ambiance was nice. We had plenty of room. I can't wait to return.

Had a lovely breakfast today with the family for a birthday. Nice menu options with some good…read morespecials. Enjoyed the Ecuadorian chorizo breakfast plate. There was a French toast kielbasa plate with poached eggs and Hollandaise that made my daughter happy. Their Bocca bread is very nice and goes well with all the options. My wife enjoyed the crab cakes with hollandaise. Wait staff are friendly and attentive, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

My wife and I went there today. A few weeks ago I saw an article on the Internet listing the best…read morediner in each state. The Laurel Diner was listed as the best in CT. Based on our experience today I would have to agree. The food was great, especially the corned beef hash. My wife had a banana pancake special--that too was delicious. The staff is very friendly. My only "complaint" is that I think the prices may be a bit too high but the cost is worth the experience. We'll go back!!!

We decided to venture out a bit and landed at Laurel Diner in Southbury... The food was fantastic…read moreand the service was even better. Pete, the chef, clearly knows his way around a grill, and the whole staff was incredibly friendly and personable -- the kind of place where you feel like a regular even if it's your first visit. Great food, great people, and a great atmosphere. Highly recommend stopping in!