After a rainy Saturday we stopped in for lunch prior to them closing. Our waitress was attentive and assisted us immediately as we sat at the counter. This is our second time ordering the New England Clam Chowder and it's just OK. It's very thin compared to many I've enjoyed and just didn't hit the spot. The flavor and chopped clams are there but it didn't warm your soul if you're looking for soup on a cold rainy fall day. The kid's mozzarella sticks were basic sticks, most kids will probably enjoy, need to order a side of fruit or salad next time to complete a meal for my child. read more

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DONUTS. This is the real deal for home town favorites. Spacious new location with expanded menu of comfort food.

This place is a gem of a diner. We take the drive from Oxford for breakfast whenever we get the chance. The blueberry ricotta pancakes are the best and what we always order . read more

Wonderful spot for a classic breakfast. Good service and extra soft pancakes. Enjoy!! read more

Dottie's Diner - Diners Near Me - Woodbury, Connecticut

Walked in with my daughter for breakfast and saw the giant Trump picture and turned around and walked right out. Had a great breakfast at the cafe down the street read more

The lemon ricotta blueberry pancakes are so full of flavor; my scrambled eggs were perfect; and the coffee was so fresh! Bought Dottie's chicken pot pies for dinner and was truly impressed with the quality! Definitely going back again read more

Great breakfast and hospitality!! Service was exceptional. You can even buy cakes, pies and doughnuts!

Nice little retro diner. Food and service were great. A lot of people dropping 1-star ratings because of their political views, but don't be fooled. We've been multiple times and this place is objectively good. Food is fresh. Doughnuts are some of the best you'll find around. Service was friendly despite being busy on a Sunday morning. Will be back again. read more

This is a favorite of locals, in Woodbury, as well as those from nearby towns. Open for breakfast/ lunch until 3PM daily. Dottie's has the best pies.. assorted fruit as well as cream pies. Their 'Key Lime' is a seasonal offering.. but worrh a try. Sell by the pie or slice. Pies to order at least 48 hrs ahead. Pastries, muffins & donuts made fresh every day. If you're in town you owe it to yourself to stop in!!! read more

Great little diner in Woodbury. Had the fried green tomatoes special and my husband enjoyed the egg sausage cheese biscuit! Fantastic! Donuts are fresh and tasty and took a dessert on my way out to enjoy later. Service was great and friendly. Will be here again! read more

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Nice atmosphere like a 59's diner we had lunch Phillips pot pie and I had the lunch special chipotle burger all very good and came out fast you usually have to wait to get in but today we were able to just walk in will be back read more

Great donuts, great atmosphere great breakfast. The staff is really nice and helpful as well convenient barking, and conveniently located

By far one of the BEST diners I've gone to! The eggs were so fluffy and cheese was actually mixed in, not just laid on top, and the food was so fresh! The donuts were good, but the cookies were to die for!! read more

Dottie's Diner - Diners Near Me - Woodbury, Connecticut

Amazing food, very friendly and attentive waitstaff. Great classic diner with fair pricing and good portioning. We will be back!

Donuts sell out on the regular. Can't buy a whole pie. Only slices, not sure way. Staff is pretty friendly. Our server was a bit of a stress case explaining: "there are ZERO substitutions, no you may not order your home fries well done bcz the cook will flip out, and if you want something on the side it has to be coded a certain way". That's more information than I need when I'm just trying to order a fairly simple breakfast. It's pleasant inside like 50s style diner decor however, it's really dated and could use a freshening up. Bathrooms really need a solid Clorox scrubbing. The overall inflexibility, uncomfortable booth seating, and average food, we won't bother again. read more

We had the best breakfast/lunch! AMAZING fried green tomatoes with fresh spinach and eggs. Also delish waffle and turkey club! Wish we lived closer! Even have homemade pies!!! Was soooo good! Worth the stop! read more

Dottie's Diner - Fried green tomatoes with fresh spinach and eggs over medium!!!! YUM! - Diners Near Me - Woodbury, Connecticut

The food quality has gotten terrible since they were across the street many years ago. The whole atmosphere is really dingy and the decor is worn out looking and pretty bad. Same with service. Also, I don't think they have fans in the bathrooms because the smell from the toilet just flows right under your nose if you are sitting near them. Speaking of smell, you know what they say, the fish stinks from the head down so management/ownership is obviously the problem. Avoid like the plague!!! read more

Have heard about this place for years but never been in. We shared the lemon blueberry ricotta pancakes. They were delicious. Our waitress suggested them and since we were already eating them it was perfect. Perfect combo of lemon and blueberry to make it refreshing and delicious. We also shared the vegetable sandwich. Simple combo of vegetables on a brioche bun. Simple ingredients doesn't mean simple flavor. We loved it. The fruit was so fresh I was surprised. The diner vibe made it such a chill place. Perfect stop after adventuring in the area. read more

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Pretty standard diner with both booth and counter seating The place is known for their donuts, and when you first walk in you walk past their shelf of baked goods that are up for purchase. Although the place is known for their donuts, they have a large menu with all of the basic American breakfast and lunch options. I got a coffee, and a basic breakfast (eggs, bacon, & toast) and I was very impressed with their quality. I also tried a donut and it was good, but I didn't think it was anything spectacular The waitress was also very friendly and the food came out very quickly Bring your receipt up to the counter to pay 9 read more

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Food is awesome and portions are amazing. Best doughnuts around. Always good service and a solid go to for breakfast.

The banana bread was lousy. I had to take two tins and a swig of pepto. Very condescending and arrogant owner.

Used to stop in on the rare occasions I come through the area. A huge image of Trump arm thrust in the air greeted me like a kick in the gut. Told the lovely lady at the bakery area that no, she couldn't help me after all and pointed to why. She nodded and said gotcha...I actually felt badly for her as I'm sure she hears it every day she's there. What a terrible choice. Best wishes Dotties read more

Grew up going here and always loved the food and the atmosphere. Returned today after a while for a quick lunch and immediately wanted to turn away. No one acknowledged my guest and as employees stared. Political signage everywhere when we just want to enjoy an old diner eating experience. I don't know why anyone from either side of the political spectrum would plaster signage everywhere, it felt like if you didn't agree there was not a seat for you there. After waiting and not being seated we went to West Egg Cafe which was phenomenal and was so much more welcoming read more

I noticed the rating for Dottie's had taken a hit recently. Although not for food - it seems like some people are upset that the owner has made it clear she is conservative politically and supported Donald Trump in 2020. In reality, there are a few bumper stickers up on the podium where the hostess greets you and most of them shouldn't be offensive to anyone unless they are very sensitive to people expressing a different point of view. The truth is the people at Dottie's are friendly and welcoming to everyone regardless of background or political opinion. And the food remains above average. I enjoyed their version of huevos rancheros (i recommend getting the eggs over medium) and the freshly baked cinnamon sugar donut from the bakery up front. I look forward to visiting again. read more

Dottie's Diner - Cinnamon sugar donut - Diners Near Me - Woodbury, Connecticut

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The food is good and the service friendly. I just can't stomach the politics and will not return. read more

Dottie's Diner - Ginger cookies and sugar donuts - Diners Near Me - Woodbury, Connecticut

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Great authentic small town diner. Save room for the pies for dessert. Morning doughnuts are A+.

Mediocre at best. Horrible service and food not worth the terrible staff from the moment you walk in. read more

I used to really like this place. Their donuts are still amazing but, the rest of the food has gone down hill. Yesterday when I dined there they forgot half of my order. It finally came when I was almost done and it was lukewarm and mushy. The worst part about this place is their in your face, hostile political stickers everywhere. Why do they want to risk offending potentially half of their customer base? I heard they had a sign up in the past in a less obvious place and I was willing to give them another chance but, the hostile political environment is now out of hand. I will not return. read more

Really nice spot , had the old school vibe which was nice to see , service was quick too . The food was good and the donuts were delicious I wished I bought more , I would definitely go back read more

Walked in-took one look at big Trump Poster and left. I don't need to look at him in any restaurant. I'll give my money elsewhere.

Great place! One of the best breakfasts in Litchfield County. Always busy but they get through the line pretty quick.

I went to Dottie's today after having frequented it often many years ago when I lived in the area. I just had to have those donuts. Sadly, I did not know about the political atmosphere that now permeates. The person behind the counter (I believe the owner) spoke about politics non stop with customers even spouting conspiracy theories. She also yelled at 3 staff members rudely in front of the patrons. I will never go back. I've since learned that I am not alone - it's actually been boycotted. Sad that a business owner would rather make political statements than keep customers. read more

Food was pretty good. The server was a very nice young person. I didn't appreciate having the owner's political views slapped across the hostess stand when we walked in. We won't be going back. read more

Walked in saw all the Trump crap, walked back out and left all while being heckled on our way out by the person who greeted us when we walked in. I'm not going to ever go back. It's not ok to have someone else's political views thrown in my face or anyone else's face when patronizing a public establishment. I want to go eat in peace; to relax with my family and enjoy a meal. That is impossible at this place. Personal political views and beliefs have no place in any public restaurant where your customer base may not all be supportive of one particular candidate. I heard they wouldn't allow a family to come in just because they had a Harris/Walz bumper sticker on their car! I'm sorry. That is just bad business. read more

My father and I enjoyed a late breakfast here. Large pancakes for dad and a large turkey/stuffing/mashed potato lunch for me. He's diabetic. I was surprised to see they charged an extra $1.75 for the sugar-free maple syrup. The service was friendly and prompt. I like the1950s ambience of the diner, though if I had seen the Trump stickers others have written about that would have been a huge turnoff, and for that reason, may not return. read more

Dottie's Diner - Diners Near Me - Woodbury, Connecticut

Not only was the server fast, friendly and accurate, but the food was delicious, especially the hash browns. Really nice nostalgic feeling diner with great food and service, what more can you ask for! read more

A perfect local diner. The eggs were fresh, the sausage patties delicious and the home fries were excellent. My partners sausage, onion, peppers and cheese omelette was perfectly cooked. We stumbled upon this restaurant while in CT for a wedding and we lucked out. The staff is attentive. The coffee is hot. Just like a small town diner should be. read more

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Came here once before to dine outside and the food was fine. Came inside to dine and was greeted with a hostess stand covered with "Let's Go Brandon" stickers and others accusing Democrats of being Nazis. These have no place in a business establishment. Food is fine but I have no interest in supporting this business. read more

Food was delicious, the mood was bitter. Anti-American, anti-civility, anti-science, anti-democracy propaganda covering the host stand. Not sure why the owners of a successful business would greet customers with this poison. What could they possibly be aggrieved about in this homogenous CT burg? My poached eggs were perfectly cooked and the French toast was superb. Our server was very nice (she was Black btw and must just love working in that environment). Next time I'm going to try the Build the Wall and Make Mexico Pay For It Huevos Rancheros. read more

Wow, you can tell by the reviews that all the people who make political statements as they claim the food and service are horrible is all fake. Very sad, but I guess that's the cancel culture, right? Decent food, decent service kind of place. It's diner food. read more