Had seen the bright orange colors from the street and heard about the process of Nitro ice cream…read morebut I finally had the opportunity to stop in. Well...Not sure why I waited so long. Probably one of the coolest ice cream experiences that I've had. For those who don't know, Nitro Cream & Crumbz makes there ice cream for you on the spot using Liquid Nitrogen blenders. It essentially freezes the mix on the spot. A cool process that yields much creamier ice cream (that I read and in person confirmed). This isn't just your typical ice cream scoop and plop experience. During the experience, cool smoke from the liquid nitrogen fills the area as they stir your selected ice cream flavor. The process of the employees adding the ingredients is done all within your line of sight for a full investment into your delicious treat. The flavors are FUN and the end result is visually appealing to eat. I myself got the HOLY CANNOLI which had Riccota vanilla ice cream, crushed cannoli shell, dark chocolate and white chocolate chips wrapped in a spongy bubble waffle. It was delicious and creamy (as you hope from doing your homework on Liquid Nitrogen ice cream ). The staff were extremely friendly, bubbly even and helped explain popular options for a first time Nitro ice cream eater. Best part of this whole thing is having so many other great flavors left to try on my next trip. Highly recommend and prices are VERY reasonable (some might argue a little low for the experience you get).

We fell off the nitro ice cream kick for a while, but this spot just restored our love for it!…read moreGreat quality for both the ice cream itself and the bubble waffle cones. They had creative choices on the menu with plenty of toppings, and the cookies were fantastic too. Such a great treat while we were in Middletown, and we look forward to coming back!

First time coming here and it was a cute spot. Never even heard of it prior to. Glad I came to…read morecheck it out. Today a group of Yelpers met here before our street clean up and had our breakfast outside. They had options from the bakery window such as donuts and bars, muffins to breakfast sandwiches and bowls. I had a GF muffin. I was happy to see that had a few gluten free goodies to choose from. They don't have any gluten free bread. However, my fellow Yelpers that did choose breakfast sandwiches..ohhh my they looked amazing!! The bread was so bread, it looked heavy , home made and nothing like a fresh made sandwich. Coffee were good as well! Good to know about this place. Another coffee spot to add to my list when I just want to meet up with a friend and sit outside! It was delicious. Thank you!

I was in Middletown this weekend and remembered that I've wanted to visit Cake Batter & Roll since…read moreI learned about it on Yelp and/or Instagram. It's located near Main Street in downtown Middletown. The shop is cute and service was exceptional. CRB sells desserts, baked goods, bread and made to order cakes. Although I posted a pic of 3 year old Lila's birthday cake, it was not my cake and I wasn't invited to the party. Lila apparently didn't think I was cool enough. Maybe next year. Very cool cake though. I would want one of my friends or family members to have a cake that cute. I also did not have one of the Super Bowl team color cake push pops. I tried to order one, but they were only displayed for pre-sale. They looked great though. We did order a turtle brownie, a salted caramel bar, a blueberry muffin, a churro bar and a loaf of rye bread. Our family split a number of these things. I thought the brownie, caramel bar and blue berry muffin were all terrific. The bread and churro bar didn't really connect for me. The bread was not what I would call a traditional rye. It was denser and seemed a touch pumpernickelly in flavor. CRB had other breads that looked good though. The churro bar didn't remind me enough of a churro to warrant the name and there was a dense cheesecake type layer that needed more of an identity. Overall, there was more great, than not great though. I would definitely recommend Cake Batter & Roll if you're in Middletown. They have some tasty desserts and they can make gorgeous stuff. Four Stars

I recently got AL's ice cream from its sibling business NoRa Cupcake. Apparently you can do that…read morewhen NoRa is open and Al's is closed. I ordered a scoop of Peppermint Fudge. I suspect, when it was fresh made, it would have been rich, smooth and creamy. However, this scoop had unpleasant ice crystals as if they didn't sell this batch fast enough and it's been in the freezer for a while. The flavor was decent, but didn't really pop for me. 3 Stars

Always get three scoops, always…read more We scored the random but delicious trifecta of Carrot Cake + Rasbery + Venetian Vanilla after a long stroll that evening. A pretty sweet reset

In a classic case of "THIS WAS SO DELICIOUS I FORGOT TO TAKE PICTURES!!!"... I bring you NoRA…read moreCupcakes!! Soooo good! The cake was moist & tender & light but nit too crumbly. Unbelievable!! If you're any where near Central CT stop in!

Great location downtown I always looked at driving by for a couple of years. I knew they had…read moregluten-free cupcakes and I wanted a sweet treat. I conveniently and seamlessly ordered online. They put up a menu for the day with a selected assortment. I ordered: Samoa caramel cracker cupcake - was like eating the GS cookie. Very rich with a surprise inside. My husband liked it. GF/VG strawberry and creme - dense and a little dry but good. I know it's tricky with vegan treats but this went well with tea GF/VG plain Jane - love the rainbow sprinkles and didn't feel it was anything plain but the same ia cute. Also went well with tea. The shop itself was very cute! Some couches and chairs to sit alone or a small group. Great for a meet and greet foe clients or a friend to just sit and talk. Next time I will come back to do that and order some tea or coffee. In the summer time I will try their ice cream! The staff was so nice and helpful to inform me to let the cupcakes sit out for 30 minutes then enjoy and they were so right! There is street metered parking.

We came in for a visit after moving away a few years ago…read more The business changed ownership The coffee is locally sourced Spacious enough for large parties

Stopped by this cool coffee shop in Downtown Middletown. I was really impressed about their coffee…read moreselections. I got a brew iced coffee and a raspberry chocolate iced coffee. Bother were fantastic! The raspberry coffee drinks had a nice unique flavor. The staff were super friendly, and the place has a cozy, welcoming vibe. Lots of pastries options too. I got a chocolate chip cookie and it was so good. Service was fast and pleasant. Definitely a great spot to relax and enjoy a coffee and a pastry.

Excellent product and flavor selection. Staple of Middletown since 1930. Very affordable…read more Very friendly family owned and run business. Old school charm. Nice historic nostalgic place. Will be back soon !!

Best Italian ice around! This is a great sweet treat during the summer, especially around the…read morefestivals that happen downtown There are a variety of gelatos and Italian ice to choose from. I've had the cherry, lemon, blue raspberry, mango, grape, and an amaretto. All of the flavors pack a punch. Love the nostalgia of stepping back in time with the original store. The owners are very nice and are eager to have you sample their flavors

After dinner with some friends at Typhoon in Middletown, some of the party walked over to Tswirl…read moreCrepe, which recently opened in Middletown. I was excited when I saw Tswirl Crepe open as the South End of Main Street lacks much of a dessert scene. Tswirl Crepe offers Japanese crepes with their crepes made out of rice flour batter. The crepes are then stuffed and folded like a cone. They offer a number of options for the interior of the crepes including banana chocolate, strawberry banana and matcha chocolate truffle. They also have healthier options including lunch and dinner options with tuna, salmon, beef, chicken and vegetables. I got the banana chocolate crepe, which was good. It had a combination of whipped yogurt, chocolate custard chunks and granola topped with chocolate sauce and slices of bananas. Tasty! However, the crepe was also about $10, which isn't cheap for that type of item. However, the quality of the crepe was good, so that the price more palatable. The service was a bit slow, but the restaurant was very crowded. Altogether, Tswirl Crepe is a nice, new edition to Main Street in Middletown and I'll likely be there again!

Really good and fun concept in Middletown! Lots of variety that blew us away! If I worked in the…read morearea I could see myself coming in for lunch for their savory crepes. The $12 Strawberry Cheesecake was delicious and definitely big enough to share! Bring an appetite and some friends to share with.

Awesome spot to grab some coffee. We wound up here because it seemed to be the only place open…read moreafter 6pm. We loved the vibes, coffee and treats.

The only downside about this place is that it's cash only, so make sure you have cash before you…read morego. As far as their coffee, I was absolutely blown away and am so sad I live two states over. It's in adorable spot downtown and walkable from the college. They stay open late on Sundays which is rare and was a major perk in my book! The service was nice. They were super friendly and helpful. I cannot wait to go back and try more of their iced beverages---they have so many good options!

Floral teas, handmade sweets & dairy-free heaven…read more Came here originally just for a bubble tea... and ended up discovering a whole hidden gem. First thing I noticed was their sign saying most of the sweets are handmade, customized, and one-of-a-kind and you can really tell. Everything feels unique, not your typical copy-and-paste dessert spot. Let's get into the drinks because that's what brought me in I tried the Singapore rose with kiwi boba super delicate, floral, and lightly sweet. It's one of those drinks that feels refreshing but still has flavor. The kiwi boba gave it that little pop of tangy kick that made it even better. I also tried the dragon fruit tea with passionfruit boba; this one was giving tropical vibes all the way Light, slightly sweet, and really smooth. The passionfruit boba actually enhanced the tea instead of overpowering it, which I loved. And can we talk about the options here?! Dairy-free ice cream (huge plus if you're sensitive like me) Thai ice cream Kunafa nest treats (yes... they looked as good as they sound ) This is definitely the kind of place where you come for one thing and end up planning your next visit before you even leave. Final thoughts: If you like trying new flavors, floral teas, or just want something different from your usual bubble tea spot. This place is worth it. Unique menu, handcrafted sweets, and drinks that actually taste intentional.

I love the concept of rolled ice cream, and the ice cream tastes really good here! They also have…read moredairy free options, and they will turn on another antigriddle if you have an allergy, which is amazing. Unfortunately, there's issues with the timing. It took around half an hour to get two ice creams. Only one person was making ice cream, and the other was taking orders. It wasn't busy either. Such a cool concept, hopefully they can work on their timing!

My wife and I recently dined in Middletown. We wanted dessert afterwards. We searched for nearby…read moredessert and coffee shops on Yelp and found the there was a Mozzicato bakery nearby. We had our wedding cake made at Mozzicato bakery in Hartford, so we knew where we'd be getting our dessert. We ordered cannolis, ricotta cake, and chocolate mousse cake, which were all delicious. Suffice to say we'll visit Mozzicato in Middletown on our future visits nearby.

Greeted by 2 friendly ladies. They serve very kindly and nicely. I got some hot cross buns, few…read moremuffins and a nutella croissant. Everything looks and tastes good even for the next day for our out of State trip. Will come back for more.,