My wife bought me a Turkey Grinder, and it is the best grinder I have ever had. I drive by…read morefrequently and have been told to stop and get lunch, but just never did - self-depriving! Seriously "WOW!" Dale

4.25 stars. Wow, this place makes some really outstanding grinders. It appears that they source…read moretheir meat from nearby Bogner Quality Meats, and they give customers quite a few different options. I went with the classic Italian preparation, and I have to say it was well above standard. Other than meat, they source a rather remarkable amount of products given the relatively small size of the store. They have a couple of higher end pet foods, sheep products, some craft sodas, and really just a number of other odds and ends. Service is great, and you can tell they have a stream of regulars. I probably won't stop in every day, but I do hope to make it in every two weeks or so. This is easily the best food I've found within a stone's throw of UConn.

We got the cranberry orange bread. Came home and made French toast with homemade cranberry orange…read morehoney butter. Delicious!!

My friend and I stopped by The Great Harvest Bread Company for a quick lunch. I had no idea this…read morewas a national chain, I have never heard of them before. This particular location is in a small shopping plaza in Vernon. The inside looks like an independent bakery. They have a huge assortment of breads, they can make sandwiches upon request or from the menu. Additionally they also make salads, cookies and coffee. I'll have to note, the two teenage girls working here weren't friendly, welcoming or capable of smiling, maybe they are new, but something needs to change. I got the Turkey Goddess sandwich on Wheat Seeded Bread. I also got an iced coffee. They serve Peet's coffee. This combo was only $13. This bread was very fresh, flavorful and covered in seeds. It was filled with tomato, onion, lettuce, Havarti cheese, avocado spread and turkey. It also came with a pickle, but it was way too salty for me. This sandwich was very filling, fresh and tasty. My friend got a similar one and she also enjoyed it.

I have been a fan since the mid-70's. Vernon is the place to go, but I have very fond memories of…read morethe former Reins Deli in the Hartford Civic Center way back when for a late night snack or heavier refueling sandwich. Which brings me to my newly crowned favorite sandwich - Tongue On Rye; ask for the tip slices very lean. I even got a dependable guarantee from our server she'd provide an unforgettable tongue sandwich. In a comedic mood, I asked our server to not give me any lip! She doubled over giggling and said thank you for your honesty and THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I've been asked just Tongue with "No Lip." Despite the comedy and light hearted conversation the table for two was perfect Harry & Sally style! Watching the action, enjoying the lean tongue on rye with mustard an unforgettable delight.

Quality is still good, price and portion are askew…read more We came here as a quick sandwich bite on our way around the state. Service was good, and the ambiance is still lively. The still tastes good, with some exceptions. The frier oil seemed burnt, so the pickle chips we had just had that little bit of carbon taste on them. The pickle chips batter was very thick, and the mayo was the only respite. The sandwich, still tasty, seemed much smaller than normal, the meat still had good flavor, but the portion was lighter in comparison. The prices are also a bit high. The sandwich coming out to about 15 bucks. The bargain is very much gone now, and the portion is okay for a sandwich but pricy because of this shrinkage. Not shown are the overcooked onion rings. We returned those and the server promptly removed them from the bill. So really good customer service. I opted for a brownie for dessert, and the brownie was a disappointment. Too sugary, no flavor, gummy, and disappointingly small and thin. A detractor for sure. As a deli, it feels like it's on the decline. I know things are pricier now, but what you pay vs what you get doesn't match up. I'm hoping they pivot from this path, but right now it's no longer my go-to. It's still tasty, just pricy

Just LOVED this cozy spot and felt instantly at home. You can easily see that Kate (the owner)…read morecares about her customers. As I waited in line, I watched her greet most customers by name. Nice personal touch! I've honestly never been a fan of gluten-free food, but this place totally changed my mind. My bagel sandwich was delish!! The bagel was surprisingly soft and had a great texture, and the combo of ingredients was very tasty. I also enjoyed the bakery items I tried, but especially the earl grey macaron. The earl grey flavor was strong but not overpowering. Yumm! (Thanks, Kate!) Can't wait to come back and try something else!!

Wow! I can't believe this place has been here this whole time! My friend and I were looking for a…read morespot that had good coffee and gluten-free options, and this was such a nice surprise. I was recently diagnosed with celiac, so when I realized everything was gluten free, I was honestly overwhelmed with excitement. I wanted to try everything. Since it was after 11, I decided on a chicken quesadilla--and wow. It was crispy, cheesy, and everything I've been missing about quesadillas. The coffee was delicious too. We split a peanut butter sandwich cookie, which was absolutely incredible. I also took a blueberry muffin to go because I knew I'd want it the next day--and I was blown away all over again when I enjoyed it with my coffee at home. This is definitely going to be a regular stop for me!

Tired and hungry after a morning of pollinating American Chestnuts, I (and grassy boots) arrived at…read morePapa T's doorstep. They welcomed me to a booth. No side-eye! Ice Tea (unsweetened) and a Pastrami and Sauerkraut Quesadilla (where cultures collide) sure hit the spot! All around me, locals chatted about their sports team, the weather, and other news of the day. A police officer sat at the counter, where two local highway crew joined him for a "slice." Always a good sign when you happen across a community meeting place - with great food!!!

Quick stop on way to NH. extensive menu and hot pastrami grinder was insane! HUGE wedges of rice…read morecrispy treats and service was wonderful.

Quick note that I forgot to include. Not only does…read moreCamille's have delicious food and exceptional staff. We could see from the outset that this was an establishment that cares for the people they serve. The tableware was wrapped with the "mouth end" covered. A simple thing, but really says volumes about them. Thank you.

Camille's does a number of things (sandwiches, wings, etc.), but I've wanted to visit for the…read moreWood-fired pizza since even before they were named to the CT Pizza Trail. BTW - Turns out it's super close to Exit 68 off Route 84. So it shouldn't have taken me this long. I'd call Camille's pizza Modern Wood-Fired Thin Crust. I ordered one with pepperoni, sausage and fresh peppers as opposed to roasted ones (which is an option) for pickup. The restaurant was nice. If you're a Prince (the musician, not the one stripped of his title -- too soon?) fan you may love the purple hues. The crust was good chewy. I loved the pepperoni. They cupped and crisped, but in a slightly different visual way than many cup and crisp pepperoni. Very cool. Tasted great too. The fresh peppers ended up being red rather than green. This is a personal preference, but I prefer green. I like the flavor of the green juice better on a pizza. I also think the green color pops better since the sauce and pepperoni are both red. I liked the pizza, but I didn't love it. I couldn't figure out why at first. I think the primary reason was the sausage. It wasn't bad. I just didn't connect with the flavor. And also I prefer larger pieces, than the smaller crumbles Camille's used. If I had this pizza without the sausage, I would have liked it better. I do have a favorable impression of Camille's though. I would definitely return. 4.25 Stars

Lunch today at Monets table was wonderful! I hadn't been there in decades. Went there today for…read morelunch with some friends & will definitely be back. Previously, I remember going to a wedding shower there and having dinner another time. Since then, I thought they were just doing catering, but fortunately they are open for lunch (I believe Wednesday-Saturday?). And they have a brunch on the weekend. The place was full - recommend making a reservation. We started with the soup(s) they had - 3 types & we each had a different one. A chicken, beef , and vegetable one. I had the chicken salad sandwich special- delicious! And my friends had the 2 different quiche specials. Everything came with a side of a macaroni salad - very good. We split the almond joy crepe - would recommend!! The restaurant is located in a yellow colonial house - beautiful & quaint. We ate inside as it was cold & rainy, however on a nice warm day - the h garden would be wonderful to have lunch.

Fabulous lunch! We were "first-timers" today - but we'll definitely be back after today's meal. The…read moresoups, sandwiches, salads, and desserts were all wonderful. Everything tasted so fresh and perfectly seasoned. My favorite today was the Peanut (African) Soup. I could have eaten gallons of it, but decided it best to leave a bit for others. We're an hour drive away - but worth it.

I wish I could like this place, because I live in Tolland, and it would be great to have a nice bar…read more/ tavern / pub in town. Sadly, the ambiance of this place is just all wrong. It's too brightly lit and feels sterile. They also close early, even on weekends, and they begin cleaning the bar an hour before they close, which has the effect of ushering you out even earlier.

The Spot lived up to its billing. We saw that it was a sponsor of my son's baseball team, and as it…read morewas his birthday and we had just finished a game - and he loves Sports Bars!!! BINGO! It had a large patio, a bit cool for that, but comfortable booths and tables surrounded by glowing screens. Great service, a large selection of beverages, and a well-rounded menu. I loved the Fish and Chips, son customized his burger for rapid inhalation, and my wife savoured a pulled pork delight. The Spot was a hit, and so grateful for their sponsorship of Miracle Field!

For pizza in Vernon? Yes this is absolutely a 5 star pizza in Vernon. This is probably the best…read morepizza in Vernon (unless you're looking for Greek style which I hear they also have, but we didn't try yet...). We did try the regular NY style and some mozzarella wedges and I will definitely be back! The pizza was thin, but not floppy. Good amount of cheese and sauce. Reminded me of the pizza I had in college in NYC and westchester. It had good flavor. The mozz wedges were good, nice size, wish there was some more seasoning in the breadcrumbs but still they were good! Like the sauce. Gray experience overall. Next time I will try a different pizza and maybe some salad or a sandwich or pasta. The man working there was very nice, it was easy to order online. And $17 bucks for the large seemed reasonable. They do deliver within a 5 mile radius I think, which I didn't know so maybe we will do that next time. This place is definitely worth a try!

Best pizza in town , why? My wife (from Ny) rates Craft Pizza as her top three pizza restaurants…read morein Connecticut ; The pizza sauce tasted like fresh tomatoes & the crust was excellent!!

Basic pizza shop…read more I've passed by this location a bunch of times, and always liked the design of the place but never enough to try it. Decided to make a lunch trek, and see if they were any good. Coming in, there's a single person manning the helm. We thumb through the menu then flag them down to order. We get a smattering of slices, the loaded fries and the steak and cheese egg rolls. We were not sure where the blackened pizza slice came from on the kitchen floor, but we ignored it and opted to eat to go. Food came out reasonably quick. Took our pics then swapped bites. The egg rolls were as described. Steak and cheese in a wonton fried. Very one note, crispy and greasy with only a weak cheese sauce flavor. Not bad, but basic. The fries were very much college dorm nachos style. They had a thin coat of cheese over matchstick fries with toppings that fell through to the bottom. The cheese solidified quickly which welded the fries together into a giant clump. Not great, but if it's late at night and you're drunk they do scratch that greasy horribleness itch one can get. The pizza had a good crust, but the sauce and cheese were lackluster. The dough was fresh and cooked through, but the sauce was weak and no tomato flavor and the cheese was non-existent. The toppings on the specialty pizza's were pretty good, they just had a horrible base to work off of. As one of the few options for pizza in that area, you would be remiss to find much better pizza around. It's not great, but it is functional.

Got the parm pie with chicken- awesome. Loved how they made the crispy chicken. Sauce was…read moredefinitely fresh. Also, the ranch is bangin'. Definitely check it out!