Where do I start?!?!? The service ladies are welcoming,…read morebubbly and friendly!!!! The environment is set for what you anticipate with music at the perfect volume. THE FOOD IS BEYOND MERE WORDS!! The only problem is... Trying to decide what to eat! So we went there 2 days in a row!!!

Patience and time are 2 things that are needed to dine here. If you don't have either of them,…read moredon't waste your time coming unless it's to pick up take out. I don't recommend with people who are trying to get a quick bite since food and service can take a bit. There is parking right in front of the restaurant and the public parking lot behind the restaurant as well that is a short walking distance to the restaurant. I've come in 3 times to this location so far but the wait staff and times for food and drinks are pretty consistent. The wait staff can get distracted and aren't very observant. We sometimes have to ask multiple servers for the same thing since they'll get distracted and forgot what we asked them. For example, we asked for utensils from our waitress, she was stopped by a patron and forgot we asked for utensils. She proceeded to wait on tables after speaking to the patron. My husband tried to get the attention of the 2 staff members in front of us but neither heard him so I had to get up to get someone's attention to be able to eat our appetizer. We had to ask 2 people for boxes since we asked a wait staff for boxes, she walked pass them and proceeded to bus tables. The food and drinks are great though. We got there on a Saturday late morning at 1049am. The place was packed so completely understandable and the hostess advised it'd be 10 to 15 minutes before a server would even wait on us, which was pretty accurate. We didn't leave until 12:21pm between time to get our food, drinks, boxes, and pay the check. I've had the shrimp and grits, water street avocado toast, the birdie trio, friend green tomatoes, and the drunken master on a skillet. The food is delicious overall. The fried green tomatoes were a tad on the salty side but with the chutney they made it was pretty balanced. The birdie trio was delicious too and the opportunity to try all 3 on one dish is great! Between savory, sweet, and spicy. Perfectly crispy chicken and waffles. The shrimp and grits were on point too. Definitely a heavy meal so make sure you have or make space for it. The drunken master was good with tater tots. One thing I wish I had with it was some sour cream but overall it was good. I love that they have a flight option for coffee. It's not on the drinks menu so you'll have to ask for it. I wish that they still had passion fruit juice but they also have a mimosas flight option. I love the place, food, drinks, and atmosphere. I know they put on the menus that it can take at least 45 minutes for food but the print warning on the menu should be made on a sign posted in the front or at the host podium. Every guest seated should automatically be given a menu and utensils to make things easier. These are just a few tips that'll help ease things for the wait staff/patrons.

First visit. Ordered there for takeout, so I didn't pay attention to atmosphere…read more Waiter was helpful and patient. My wife enjoyed the turkey club wrap but I lived the burger. Got real medium rare meat and paid extra for bacon, mushrooms and cheese. Was offered raw or sautéed onions too got them cooked. The meat was appropriately seasoned, but the real flavor bomb was also due to the very generous extras... no skimping. It was a delightful burger on a tasty bun. My 1 criticism is there were no napkins included and I didn't think to ask for any. Messy, delicious burger! I recommend you check them out. I'll be back.

This is my favorite diner in the country. The food and portion are all amazing. The servers are…read morealways so friendly and attentive. I love the self serve coffee bar, and the coffee is actually really good. If I didn't live in the west coast, this would be the kind of place I'd want to be at every weekend. It's a great casual diner vibe that makes me want to go back to every time I'm in the area.

Just moved up to Connecticut from Florida and had to find a new breakfast spot... and wow, Norms…read moreDiner absolutely blew me away. Hands down the best breakfast I've ever had -- and I don't say that lightly. Everything was fresh, cooked perfectly, and you can tell they actually care about quality. The portions were great, the vibe was classic diner comfort, and the service made it even better. If you're anywhere nearby, this place is 100% worth it. Definitely my new go-to spot. Also , Steven the owner is amazing.

I do love a diner. I think it goes back to being a kid and spinning around on one of those counter…read moreseats while the cook chatted up my mom. :D Whatever the reason, I am always on the look out for a true diner experience and Norm's has it. The parking lot is 'smallish' on the right side of the building and flows right to left in one direction, so be sure to look for the 'enter' sign. There are three steps up into the diner so be aware of that if you have difficulty using steps. Also, the restroom is tiny: like so small the sink is about a foot long by half as much wide, small. We stop in here on our trips out to Groton. Last visit we stopped for a late breakfast/early lunch. I ordered a coffee and it came in a nice big mug and is a mellow blend with a smooth finish. There are photo descriptions on the table of what your eggs will look like based on how you order it, so no surprises. What a great idea. The table holds napkins, hot sauces, salt & pepper, jellies, creamer and sugars. The staff are pleasant. Some are more chatty than others. There are definitely some regulars here each time we visit. The menu has lots of breakfast options but there are no substitutions so you may need to order al a carte or get a different 'meal' option and add-on an item. Just a heads up. They have plenty of toast options including English muffins. The lunch menu is a variety of sandwiches and burgers. Fries are tasty. Lettuce and tomato on your sandwiches are fresh. I can't think of a single disappointment we've had here. If you are in the area and enjoy a nice diner experience, stop in to Norm's.

Great service, food, & views. All offered in the heart of downtown New London close to the station…read more will be revisiting!

We stopped by Muddy Waters Cafe this afternoon. As soon as we stepped inside we were immediately…read moreimpressed by the space. In the far length of the cafe we could see The Long Island Sound and the trains passing by. What a view! They have a wide assortment of drinks, such as coffee, tea and smoothies. They have desserts and lunch options. I got their avocado toast and their made in house apple cider. It's a little strange the way the service works here. After ordering and paying for your order at the counter, you'll be given an order number, you may sit anywhere you like. However, on the loudspeaker they will announce your drink is ready, you may go get it, but the waitress will bring you your food. The avocado toast was a generous slice of sourdough bread, with smashed avocado and a fried egg on top. There was a ton of salt, it actually ruined the whole toast. The apple cider was very flavorful, fresh and lightly sweet. I got it iced. It came in a very generous sized cup. The patio is so beautiful. It is heated, airy and offers such a peaceful view. I didn't take pictures because there were a lot of people. Please reference the other photos on Yelp.

#31 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more Great place to study and grab a drink! They have a bunch of seating, not only for studying but also to catch up with friends. I got the honey lavender iced latte and it was good. I wish it was a little more flavorful and strong, but overall it was okay. They have a lot of other classic coffee shop drinks, food, and pastries. The barista that served me was friendly. Note: there is a small parking lot

Recently revisited Washington Street Cafe with my partner recently. The iced latte was delicious…read moreand the breakfast burrito was good too, but we weren't big fans of the cold Italian sandwich. Vibe inside is cute and quiet with people working on laptops or in notebooks. Decent amount of seating but I've seen it fully packed certain times of day.

Delicious food, large helpings, good coffee, very friendly staff, fun decor. Would highly recommend…read moreand will be our first choice for breakfast or lunch when we are back in this area.

This is a small cafe with a retro vibe and unique service. The owner and staff are all wonderful…read moreand you should expect some surprises from them as you dine. We stopped in for breakfast and it was excellent. As a table, we had Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, the Chorizo Scramble and the Coffee Cake French Toast. It was all as good as it sounds! As far as the Benedict, it was one of the better Hollandaise sauces I've tasted. Lastly, for dessert, we split the Jelly Donut Pancake. I'll let the pic do the talking. We had a delightful experience here and would love to go back. It's close to the ferry on the CT side so it's a quick stop on the way to your CT destination.

This little café is located in an old neighborhood and is decorated with photos of the area through…read morethe ages, including the building this business presently occupies. That's fun. Counter seating is available toward the back of the space, running along a side wall where the grill is located. At the front, by the picture windows, are a few tables. As soon as we entered we were greeted and they let us know we could sit where we'd like. They also let us know the Reubens were very good here if we like those. We do like those, so that's what we got. Sandwiches here come with a bag a chips, which I love, because I usually end up taking them with me and look forward to snacking on them later. :) The restaurant is manned by the cook and one waitress. Both are very personable. The tables are set and waiting for guests. Everything is clean and tidy. The table holds your salt, pepper, hot sauce, ketchup, sugar and jelly. I ordered a coffee with cream and she brought cream to the table with the coffee; which is good by the way. We also got waters. The Rueben is Very good here. Thin slices of very lean meat, good flavor profile with the vinegar in the sauerkraut and the creamy dressing. The bread held together perfectly and was grilled without all the grease. Both of which make it much easier to eat the sandwich and enjoy all the flavors and textures. Free on street parking was easy to find. One restroom in the kitchen only is not technically for public use. We will be stopping by again.

Great breakfast spot, best part is that it's just a few minutes from home. Service is always quick…read moreand friendly. You can dine in or take out; it's a bit small inside, so I usually take it to go, but it definitely feels like a very family oriented place. The spot is always packed. My go to is my usual omelette with corned beef hash, and I love the way they name their specials, always a fun and creative way to order breakfast.

Our waiter Luis was great. We all had American style food but the Peruvian food looked great.read more

Absolutely delicious!! Breakfast skillet was worth it. Youngest enjoyed the chocolate chip…read morepancakes. I recommend asking for the home made hot sauce. Nice kick and still flavorful

Anchor Dockside is a quaint little cafe and eatery located on the harbor side of Groton Long Point…read more The inside is beautifully designed with antique decor. There's a variety of seating from a full bar top, to four top tables, to reading chairs and couches near a fireplace. They serve breakfast and lunch (+dinner in the summer), but also have milkshakes and an old school soda fountain. For such a small place, the menu is quite big. We stopped by for breakfast and tried the Breakfast Burrito & SS Sausage. They were cooked to order and ready in under 10 minutes. Both were delicious. We were very impressed with Anchor Dockside, and highly recommend! Of note, this is the sister restaurant of Anchor Mystic.

Yes! These folks are awesome. Great menu and the team is very helpful and friendly. The chowder was…read moregreat. they also have gluten options for other items. I had the chicken salad wrap.