Discovered this place when we considered moving into the area. We ended up moving somewhere else, but I still wanted to come back at some point and I'm glad we did. Came in right after opening and it was only us and the two workers who took our order and made everything. Loved the cottagecore vibes. Couldn't believe how large a menu such a small place had. Plus that weekly specials board. Everything we had was excellent and we absolutely be coming back. read more

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Very welcoming and eclectic coffee shop. Food was very good as well as the coffee! We talked for hours and felt very welcomed. Great establishment read more

Sparse food selection and old donuts. Atmosphere is quiet, great for conversation . Positioned across from a church, convenience fora neighborhood store read more

Ran in right before closing and was provided with amazing service along with the snickers cold brew which did not disappoint.

such a cute little spot. Have not tried food but the artic almond latte is so good I have not stopped thinking about it.

Found this place by a random Google search! Absolutely outstanding! If you haven't been here yet you are missing out! I got the pistachio cold brew with cold foam and her chicken soup and 12/10. The panini's looked amazing but unfortunately I wasn't hungery today but cant wait to go back and try them! read more

This sweet little cafe was exactly what we needed today! The owner was very friendly and welcoming. She went above and beyond with presentation of our Cookie Monster milkshake - complete with frosting/crushed cookie rim, googley eyes, gummi worms, whipped cream, and topped off with edible glitter for the extra pizazz. For lunch we had the pizza panini and caprese panini - both were exceptional. We sat by the fireplace surrounded by local artwork on the walls which was the perfect cozy environment on a snowy winter day. Highly recommended, would gladly go back. read more

Common Grounds Bistro - Adorable and delicious Cookie monster milkshake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waterbury, Connecticut

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This is such a cute spot. The people who work here are friendly and the place is super charming. Lots of options to choose from and it was hard to just pick one thing for lunch. Great selection of coffee and sweet treats too. read more

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Beautiful hidden gem in upper part of Waterbury with Amazing service and Beyond Great tasting food the Ambiance is totally relaxing very welcoming dont miss out this is an original one of a kind spot you wont regret the visit Thanks for the service !! read more

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The food is always fresh and served at its appropriate temperature. It's a neat little spot to sit and unwind. The ambience is interesting and unique. The owner decorates for the holidays so it's always festive. The service is always great. The menu is varied so you can find something you're in the mood for. The price is competitive. The upper end on what a consumer would pay. You get what you pay for which is value. You support a small business and it's a great place to stop in, pause your day and get a bite to eat. read more

Such a great little coffee shop- nice ambiance, wonderful avocado toast, good coffee. Had a great breakfast with friends. Highly recommend this little gem of a place. read more

Small but cozy cafe with a wide variety of drink options (including both coffee-related and milkshakes) and a small menu of both breakfast and lunch foods as well I got a vanilla latte and a waffle breakfast sandwich. -The waffle breakfast sandwich was small, but pretty tasty. it consisted of cheese, bacon, and jam sandwiched between 2 waffles -The latte was inedible however 3 read more

The smell was delicious from the moment I hit the entrance. Beautiful ambience and friendly service. My latte was great and so was my pastry. I will def be returning! read more

Excellent service, friendly and kind. Cofee was out of this world tasty and delicious.

Eclectic cafe in a residential neighborhood...service is slow so make sure you have plenty of time to have coffee, if your ordering food make sure you schedule a block of time.....the menu is simple with cafe style foods, there is no pricing so that's problematic when your torn between items...hope the owner will receive feedback on that....I would go to the cafe again but definitely try something different ....... read more

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The food is always amazing this place does not disappoint I will continue to come and try all their items on the menu also the strawberry Nutella crepes was great let's not forget the chicken burrito bowl amazing read more

Common Grounds Bistro - Popping Jalapeño Chicken Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waterbury, Connecticut

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Quiet place. Good coffee. Great place to work on computer. They have sandwiches and pastries. No parking. Have to park on street

Such an adorable hidden gem in Bunker Hill! I wish I lived in the neighborhood because I would walk over here all the time if I could. The decor is so cute, and it was a perfect spot for my friend and I to catch up. I had a Reese's milkshake and appreciated that it was made with fresh peanut butter and not an artificial mix. My friend loved her iced mocha coffee too. It was tough to choose a drink because there were so many great options! Though the food menus are small, there are some really creative options available. My friend's avocado toast was fantastic, and I loved my "waffle wich" with bacon, havarti, and strawberry jam. Such a cool flavor combo, and all of the ingredients were so fresh. The owner also makes a few flavors of homemade ice cream, so we tried the maple bacon which was fantastic! I definitely want to come back soon! read more

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Made a pit stop for coffee and a bite to eat with our 2 and 3 year old daughters, while road tripping. Coffee and food were fantastic as was the atmosphere. Staff couldn't have been more friendly or helpful! Diamond in the rough. read more

Common Grounds Bistro - French toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waterbury, Connecticut

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The food was good and not your ordinary egg sandwich. The service was great and attentive. The ambiance is eclectic and quirky with a lot of art and Knick Knacks. The fireplace really kicked the whole place off. Overall, I liked the place and plan to return whenever I am in Waterbury again. read more

ABSOLUTELY LOVE!! If you have time on your hands this is definitely a place to visit! (Board games for the wait) Quaint, charming hidden gem! Many coffee options and delicious food! The server was really nice. Will be back soon! :) read more

Today was our first visit and it won't be our last. This is truly a hidden gem well worth looking up. My first impression was how clean and welcoming decor. We were warmly greeted by the owner and seated. Our breakfast was absolutely delicious! Their menu is small but tasty and if it were later in day I definitely would've tried a milkshake, they make their own ice cream onsite! Yummmm I'd highly recommend supporting this small local business! read more

A hidden gem! Definitely the cutest quirkiest coffee shop around. It's right across the street from a nice playground, my toddler and I like to get some food and eat across the street a play- it's a lovely way to spend a few hours. The interior is very eclectic, tiny cappuccino was good and our egg sandwich was delicious. I've yet to try their smoothies or crepes but looking forward to it! The lady there was very friendly as well! My only complaint is our to go orders come in styrofoam which isn't great for the environment :/ read more

A true hidden gem of the Waterbury area. A perfect spot for the fall/winter time with a mystical and halloween-like ambiance. This place is full of exciting miscellaneous decor that's very coffee shop from "Friends"-esque. Huge selection of coffee flavors and quaint breakfast menu. Service was a bit delayed but it appears to be a one man show here, so all effort was appreciated. Definitely recommend this place! read more

Common Grounds Bistro - s'mores cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waterbury, Connecticut

I just moved into the area and did a quick google search for a coffee shop, and I'm glad I did. This place defines good vibes, as soon as you walk in the energy just seems right. The staff was very nice and helpful, I got myself a delicious s'mores ice coffee, made just how I liked it. I would totally go there again, maybe even a weekly thing. Totally would recommend! read more

Common Grounds Bistro - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waterbury, Connecticut

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Love this coffee shop! So many options & flavors. Very friendly & such a cozy location.

this place is so so cute, and the food is delicious!! I tried the nutella french toast and absolutely loved it. the owner and the woman working were both absolutely lovely to talk to. read more

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Just a little off the beaten track, but we'll worth finding. Honest food.. I was hungry before now I'm not.

Great atmosphere, cozy place for delicious, creative coffees and sandwiches- all in a convenient neighborhood location.

This place is the real thing. There are so few places nowadays where you can get tasty food cooked to order . This is one of them. The owner, Yelena, who is also the primary cook and barista, has a wonderful ability to combine unusual flavors to create dishes that are fresh and scrumptious. She will also suggest amendments and substitutions to make your meal exactly to your taste. There's a cozy fireplace, comfortable chairs, and an eclectic, colorful decor. Everyone who works there is pleasant and customer focused. The prices for the imaginative and delicious food, coffees and treats are all reasonable. The extras such as friendliness and a welcoming atmosphere are free! We love it there. All of the good things I've mentioned, and more, keep us coming back! read more

Great place to get a great meal. Staff is welcoming and are very knowledgeable. We came in when they first opened and it still has the same feeling that they want to help you. Great coffee. read more