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Diane's

4.3 (62 reviews)
InexpensiveBreakfast & Brunch
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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Corn-Beef Hash
Leonardo D.

Great sleeper little spot tucked away in the side corner of a strip mall. Very reminiscent of an old school, no frills, food diner. Very casual ambience and friendly service. The food is very affordable and the options are just enough. Home fries needed a little more seasoning, but very well cooked - tender and crispy. This is a cash only.

Tripp S.

Don't be thrown off by the odd location at the the mini strip mall: Diane's is legit. Omelettes are as advertised. Dee Snider agrees. I also took some bites of the kids pancakes and those are not to be overlooked either.

Egg with meat options
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With meals for less the $8. Come on! You gotta give it a try at least once. Just a note: ~They offer cinnamon raisin as a toast options. POW! ~I read the reviews about the pancakes. Yes, they are delicious. I hate starchy breakfast stuff (french toast, pancakes, and waffles) but I do love theirs. They're a good size. The pancakes might be the best way to go. Cheap. Delicious & filling. I could probably polish off two, maybe three. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dianes-colchester-2?select=xT9ih9e2HfM4jI3ztP_0Qw#9Vs4nnznskK4SqpIpEU4Iw ~Meals aren't IHOP size, but it's a reasonable portion for the price. ~I assume corned beef is canned. ~It's really easy to miss the place. They have a sign near the street, but it's white, and doesn't stand out much. It was the American flag from the photo (thank you Bradley C) and the note of it being on the backside of Germamo's Bar (thank you Aubrey R.) that helped us find it. Pricing: For two $16.80 (2 meals + 1 coffee + 1 pancake) Service: ~Friendly and approachable. ~Greeted upon entering. ~Coffee and water refilled without asking, which means we were checked on during our meal. Seating: ~Again, we went there on a weekday and there was ample tables available. Food wise: ~Corned Beef Hash, 1 egg, homefries and cinnamon toast $4.75 I feel it was the perfect amount to not be too heavy or to little of the price. I thought the homefries lack flavor (it was buttery) perhaps just a bit of salt and pepper would have done the trick. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dianes-colchester-2?select=xT9ih9e2HfM4jI3ztP_0Qw#1n5PXiwHwH6jzYawbOE17A ~Swiss Piggy with two eggs: sausage, ham, bacon, Swiss cheese for $6.99 is servered with toast and homefries. My other half agreed the potatoes were buttery and bland. Other then that it was decent. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dianes-colchester-2?select=xT9ih9e2HfM4jI3ztP_0Qw#kHrQmhqSOKo9JvtRp_zPow ~Combination Pancake; Apple Brown Sugar at $2.50 a piece was delicious! I can appreciate a non-circular pancake. It doesn't have to fit the mold of "pancake" to taste enjoyable. It was soft, a nice thickness (that's what she said) and just the right about of sweetness for me to handle in the morning. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dianes-colchester-2?select=xT9ih9e2HfM4jI3ztP_0Qw#9Vs4nnznskK4SqpIpEU4Iw Great place for a decent meal at a great price. Next time I'm back in CT, I'll be sure to stop by.

Loved this blackboard
Megan K.

My friend told me how she'd been dying to try this place since she lives right around the corner. They're cash only (which you know means it's an amazing little random spot) and so we eagerly went to the ATM yesterday morning and we showed up at 9 am on the dot. The tables were all full since it's small so we sat on the stools, which were pretty comfy. What struck me was how perfect the chalkboard was with the specials and how they had fresh little roses on the countertop. We both had the westchester omelet with coffee, and wow, what amazing diner coffee it was. The toast was absolutely perfect, the potatoes expertly fried, and I thoroughly enjoyed the omelet with sausage, cheese, and apple filling. It was kind of like an apple pie filling, and while delicious, I would maybe make it like they do in the Midwest with fresh apples just lightly fried with sharp cheddar cheese instead of mozz. Still amazing, but that would maybe make it even more amazing. Thoroughly enjoyable breakfast, definitely will have to come back soon.

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Can't beat the food! Great price, really tasty and normal portions. Will definitely come back. Staff was really friendly.

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Very good...not greasy. .Had an omelet came out perfect. Very reasonably priced..cash only.

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The Flour Girl Cafe and Bakery - Sourdough

The Flour Girl Cafe and Bakery

4.4(81 reviews)
8.1 mi

"I love the flower girl Oh, I don't know just why…read moreShe simply caught my eye I love the flower girl she seemed so sweet and kind. She crept into my mind." (The Cowsills) Visiting the Flour Girl Café and Bakery will put you squarely in the middle of a Flour Girl Village with four distinct components. Within the village is the Flour Girl Café at 16 Main, the Flour Girl Bakery at 14 Main, the Flour Girl Country Store at 12 Main, and the Door Yard in a rear courtyard for dining and hosting events between the bakery and country store. Today we had breakfast at the Café and followed it up with a visit to the bakery. A common thread at both stops was the wonderful personality and friendliness of the staff we interacted with. The counterperson at the Café could not have been nicer and her personality radiated throughout the room like a beam of sunshine. She welcomed every new customer as though they were long lost relatives, exchanged some pleasant small talk and then diligently repeated the orders before ringing them up. She was fantastic. The café keeps things humming all week long--open Monday through Friday from 6:30 to 4:00, Saturdays from 7:30 to 4:00, and Sundays from 7:30 to 3:00. Flour Girl Café covers you from breakfast through lunch. Mornings bring all the good stuff: coffees and lattes, smoothies, egg sandwiches, bagels, wraps, waffles, toasts--you get the idea. Swing by at lunchtime and you'll find sandwiches, paninis, salads, burgers and soups waiting for you. Oh, and as a bonus perk, the bread for sandwiches and burgers is made at the bakery next door, so freshness is something the Flour Girl takes seriously. For breakfast, we had a Bacon, Egg, Lettuce, Tomato, and Cheese Bagel ($7.99) and an Avocado Toast (2 pieces) with Feta and tomato ($9.99), Two 16-ounce drip coffees were $3.50 apiece. The portions were large, and my avocado toast on sourdough was fantastic. We sat in the first-floor dining room and took in the pretty interior design of pinks, pastels, and floral color theme. Now, on to the bakery! The Flour Girl Bakery may be best known for its sourdough breads, but the fun doesn't stop there. You'll also find muffins, cookies, scones, their award winning cinnamon rolls, and a rotating lineup of fresh baked breads. And those cinnamon rolls? They spark a full on weekend rush--people happily line up just to snag one before they disappear. We picked up a box of mixed goods, muffins, cake squares, and a big hunk of jalapeno cornbread that will go perfectly with a homemade batch of lentil chili sitting in my fridge. We saw an adorable feature at the bakery, where plastic eggs were hidden within the store for the kiddies to find and cash in for a cookie. It's the little customer service features we saw at the Flour Girl's Café, Bakery, and Country Store that made today's visit so pleasant.

Love the new building, very cute! I got a cinnamon bun iced latte - would recommend!…read more A bit disappointed that breakfast (with eggs) is not served all day. I think there may be a small sign but i heard it several times during my visit - people asking for breakfast! Might be something to reconsider or place a visible sign underlining breakfast stops at 11:30 AM. Anyhow, pivoted to the lunch menu - pesto chicken sandwich was delicious. Did not love the pasta salad, wish there was the option for fry's. Really wanted the thanksgiving wrap but was out of stuck - next time hopefully! I will say - while there are many options for seating, especially with the new accommodation, it's tight. Chairs back into aisles and the table legs don't allow chairs to be pushed in that well. Entrance area can feel a bit overwhelming if it's busy. Staff super friendly and knowledgeable, will continue to come back.

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The Flour Girl Cafe and Bakery - Inside the Bakery

Inside the Bakery

The Flour Girl Cafe and Bakery - Fresh loaves of bread

Fresh loaves of bread

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The Hangry Goose - Amazing chicken parm!

The Hangry Goose

4.4(179 reviews)
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Who doesn't serve breakfast all day? I thought breakfast was by far the most profitable meal of…read morethe day and hence restaurants would never NOT serve breakfast. No matter, we were there before 11AM so we were served breakfast. The server we had was excellent she was a former employee of the Coffee Break which was the old restaurant in this location. The place is LOUD. The decor is new and refreshed. There is NO WHEEL CHAIR ACCESS (which surprised me as they just renovated the place. One would think the Town of Clinton would have required it.) I had the Breakfast Wrap with sausage and american cheese. It was good and filling. $7.00 (in May 2026) My companion had the Quinoa Omelette pictured 1/2 eaten ($14.75 in May 2026) which was good. The home fries had a little too much salt but were otherwise excellent. Personally when there is salt actually on the table, I always wonder why the cook just lightly dusts with salt as I can add more. We also ordered a fresh fruit cup which had grapes purple and green, strawberries, and a few hard pieces of honey dew melon. $6.50 (May 2026) In May 2026 the hours are 0700-1430 MON - SAT 0700-1200 SUN ****WARNING**** They stop servicing breakfast items at 11AM They do take credit cards BUT... They used to take it right at the table now, they don't which means you wait to pay. Bad move on the owner's part. There is plenty of free parking. I imagine there will be waits once the summer season gets going so plan to wait (maybe on the weekends)?

This place is amazing, the food so fresh and so good. The service very helpful and accommodating…read more The place is very modern and outside seating near river. Pictures of food will talk for themselves.

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The Hangry Goose - Newly renovated HangryGoose.com restaurant in CLINTON, CT

Newly renovated HangryGoose.com restaurant in CLINTON, CT

The Hangry Goose - Chicken parm with ricotta cheese inside

Chicken parm with ricotta cheese inside

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Fresca Tequila Bar & Grill

Fresca Tequila Bar & Grill

3.6(210 reviews)
5.0 mi
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Came here and sent outside as we brought the dog with us. Not sure if it was in season, but they…read moreaccommodated us We started with the la naranja cactus bowl which had Pineapple vodka, fresh orange juice, cactus juice and fresh fruit. It was a bit on the sweeter side, but still good. We started with chips, salsa, and queso and drinks I ended up getting the 3 tacos with beef barbacoa, carne asada and carnitas with the side of rice and beans. We also got a steak fajita with the side of rice Everything came out nice and fresh and pretty quick

Came here for a dinner with my other half. We decided to bring our dog so we sat outside. To start…read morewe ordered chips and salsa with an order of queso. For our drink we got a Cactus Bowls for Two it was SERVED IN A TIKI BOWL FOR TWO WITH FRESH FRUIT I picked the LA NARANJA for $18.00 it was made with Pineapple vodka, fresh orange juice, cactus juice, fresh fruit. Then for dinner I ordered the steak fajitas for $16.95 it came with w/grilled flour tortillas, pico de gallo, sour cream, lettuce and cheese. I added rice and beans for $2.00 i enjoyed my meal . My wife got the 3 taco meal for $16.95 she choose the CARNITAS PORK (Tender pork with slaw, pico de Gallo and cotija cheese) KOREAN BARBACOA BEEF (Pulled beef in korean BBQ with slaw & pickled red onions) And the CARNE ASADA STEAK + $1/taco (Grilled flank steak, slaw, chimichurri & cotija cheese). Overall service was fast. Food was fresh and staff were friendly and accommodating. I would recommend this restaurant if you are in the area and want some Mexican food.

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Fresca Tequila Bar & Grill - Inside

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Fresca Tequila Bar & Grill
Fresca Tequila Bar & Grill

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