My first experience with BouNom was a summer Sunday back in 2020. I had seen it nominated for best…read morebakery in Connecticut magazine and my family and I decided to take a ride out there to try it. That experience was absolutely life-changing. Not only were the pastries absolutely extraordinary, but I experienced what may have been the most hospitable customer service ever. While my family enjoyed our pastries and cherry lemonade in the exquisitely decorated cafe, the owner came over and sat down with us to chat. She then proceeded to give us a variety of other pastries to try (on the house) and even introduced us to some of her staff before we left. I could not get over that experience and I proceeded to tell everyone I knew that they absolutely had to try BouNom. Since that day, BouNom has become synonymous in my family with special occasions. What do I want for Mother's Day? A trip to BouNom. My daughter's choice for birthday breakfast? BouNom. The fact that it is a bit of a hike for us is no deterrent whatsoever. If we know we are even remotely headed to that area, a suggestion of BouNom is always made and enthusiastically agreed upon. My personal recommendation would be the Cherry Vanilla Cream Cheese croissant. The portion so big that it takes me two days to finish. My daughter would say pain au chocolat or the chocolate chip banana muffin. My husband loves anything with fruit and often bounces around the different specials that are offered. We usually place an order online the night before and, while ordering a coffee during pickup, we might find a few more treats to put in our box. How lucky we are to have this treasure in our corner of Connecticut!

I have not had one bad thing from here. I save my cheat days for her scones and butterscotch…read morelattes. I love coming in here, as everyone is so helpful and kind. The owner is so generous and loving and you can tell that this is a genuine passion of hers. Whether you preorder, go in and sit or take away you will have a great experience. I recently learned that if you put in a pre-order and the shop closes early, you can still pick your pre-order up at the candy store ( BouNom Emporium) across the way. She's really thought of everything!

From the moment you walk in, the experience is nothing short of exceptional. The staff consistently…read moregoes above and beyond--warm, welcoming, and genuinely invested in making every visit memorable. It's the kind of place where you feel like more than just a customer. The food is outstanding every single time--fresh, flavorful, and clearly crafted with care. And the bakery? Truly in a league of its own. Every item feels thoughtfully made, with a level of quality and taste that's hard to find anywhere else. This is exactly the kind of small business that deserves to be celebrated and supported in Simsbury, CT. A true local gem that continues to raise the bar--not just in Simsbury, but across the surrounding towns. When it comes to breakfast and lunch, other restaurants inevitably find themselves being compared to Harvest Cafe.

My go to for breakfast is The Harvest Cafe and bakery in Simsbury. My picture this time is of…read moresomething I created called the build your own Benedict. One slice of house sourdough bread toasted and cut in half. On each half, goes a bit of grilled ham, then a poached egg with hollandaise and asparagus topped with bacon crumbles and scallions. Usually, I have a few slices of bacon on the side. Fantastic! I have iced coffee with my breakfast, as would any self-respecting New Englander. Come by the harvest for breakfast or lunch be a little creative even though the menu is full of things that are just outstanding. Say hello to the super manager, Mr. Scott and his crew of servers who never cease to amaze.

Really cute location and bakery within the area. Not a ton of seating but there are some booths to…read moresit of play games. Definitely go early as they will run out of items. Did enjoy a pasty of a chocolate expresso scone which was really good but did feel a little rushed out as I came late even though they were open for another hour. Overall good and recommend!

Dad and I stopped in here for a caffeine fix and more…read more As a triple decade amateur baker and recipe creator this "sniffs in" at 4.5 stars... We showed up at 11:30am and per the worker it was a little thin but still many acceptable options. LEMON BLUEBERRY MUFFIN: -- nice irregular shaped appearance -- visually appealing -- not too sweet -- pronounced balance of both flavors which is rare with these two flavors when combined -- oftentimes the lemon dominates the blueberry -- tastes even better than it looks -- quite moist without being oily or greasy RATING = A JASMINE HONEY LATTE (HOT): -- smooth and just enough flavor and scent of both -- tastes natural and authentic -- smooth java RATING = A+ Quaint and country vibe inside. Very roomy space. Conveniently located near the airport for this weary traveler.

Popover's is a super nice little restaurant in town Simsbury that serves a terrific breakfast. My…read morefavorite is the Simsbury feast. The feast comes with two eggs done anyway you like them, two slices of bacon, two turkey, sausage, patties, fried potatoes, and your choice of toast. The sour dough bread is top notch, full of genuine sour dough flavor. The fried potatoes have a bit of crunch on the outside while soft in the middle. The cold brew coffee is terrific and together this makes a first rate breakfast. $23

I love this place for its great variety of breakfast options and fun coffee choices. I was recently…read morediagnosed with celiac disease, and finding good baked goods can be challenging--so I was very happy to see gluten-free bread options and even waffles on the menu. I decided to try their gluten-free English muffin and was absolutely surprised by how good it was! I learned they source their English muffins from a local baker, and I only wish I knew who it was because I'd buy a bunch myself. The food was delicious and came out quickly. I also tried their gluten-free blueberry scone and--again--loved it! Even though I don't live in the area, I definitely plan to visit again.

I'm newish to the area and I've been hearing a buzz about this place for a while, so I had to check…read moreit out. There are two locations but the one in Canton is temporarily closed. This one is located in Avon in the Old Avon Village plaza. There were plenty of parking when I went. The bakery is pretty spacious with some tables and seats. The display was filled with delicious looking cupcakes and other treats. They are known for their cupcakes. I got a few different ones to try with my family; the Oreo, funfetti, and brownie flavors. We were all very happy with the outcome; they were moist and up there with the best cupcakes I've had in a while. They also have gluten free, vegan, mini cupcakes, and cupcakes kits. Other treat options were the chocolate covered Oreos and cannoli chips and dip. I bought a few of those Oreos and they didn't disappoint. I can't wait to go back and try out more treats!

This lovely place is already rated one of the top cupcake shops in CT so the 5 stars should come as…read moreNO surprise. Their Avon location is cute and quaint and boy of boy does it smell good when you walk in! I've gone here many times to get some sweet treats for the kids and I. They NEVER disappoint. My daughter usually cons me into getting way more than we need but I'm never truly upset about it because everything is so good. I for one am not a big super sweet frosting person. I've always preferred the whipped cream frosting or cream cheese frosting but their buttercream is something that even I enjoy. They keep their peanut butter options completely separate from the other flavors and even asked if I wanted my peanut butter cupcake in a separate box for allergy purposes. They offer dietary accommodations including gluten free and vegan as well and they have a table of delicious chocolate dipped Oreos and beautiful hot cocoa bombs. There's also an ice cream counter. They even have something for the 4 legged friends!! With multiple locations they are pretty accessible to give a try

I thought I didn't like these cookies until I tired the minis. Now I am hooked darn it!read more

I've been to this crumbl a couple times and most of the time they do pretty well. They get a lot of…read moreorders so it's a long wait sometimes though. Just ordered the strawberry Biscoff cookie today to get delivered to me and they forgot the strawberry :( so I'm pretty sad about it. Otherwise they are pretty good

This place looks like it is shutting down The bakery choices were limited and what we picked…read moreseemed old. The eclair had a strange yellow filling and the cannoli filling was dry They also forgot one of the items we ordered All of the coolers that had frozen food were empty as was the display that used to have their stuffed breads There wasn't any signage to explain the empty displays I don't know what is up but it isn't the bakery it used to be

The best Italian bakery in the Hartford area. Delicious and…read morebeautiful pastries and delicious sandwiches and pizza.

Situated in a beautiful Victorian home along Hopmeadow Street (Route 10). You can sit on the front…read moreporch and on the shaded lawn beneath stately trees. Just walk-in from the porch and enter an amazing foyer facing the main oak staircase. The left is a quiet reading space and to the right another sitting area. Straight back the kitchen and order counter. A variety of Danishes and fresh sandwiches, salads, and coffee, teas, and cool beverages. My favorite, an IBC Cream Soda on a hot day or a steaming hot coffee, which can be sweetened and creamed at the fixin' table in the foyer. If the weather is tolerable I prefer to be outside in an Adirondack chair on the lawn.

More than just coffee: We haven't been here since this place opened and it seems to have blossomed…read moresince then, with the main draw being the relaxed atmosphere. A quaint cafe with breakfast sandwiches and things like avocado toast, light lunch items like sandwiches and soups, coffee and tea, and pastries (brownies, scones, muffins, pie, cookies). I've only tried some of their baked goods and hot drinks and they were fine. They kept the older house personality of the previous owner, with different rooms that have tables and chairs to hang out in. They also sell some clothing, coffee bags and other small gift items. Located on Hopmeadow, this spot has street parking only.

A spell was casted on me…read more.. Taste of Spellbound is a bakery that does custom dessert orders. They've been around since 2012 and offers a variety of treats; from macarons, cupcakes, bars, pies, truffles, and cookies. There are three locations; Avon, South Windsor, and West Hartford. This one in Avon is super cute and whimsical; love the decor with the picture frames on the wall. There was a table and some chairs to enjoy your treats. I decided to get a few macarons, bars, and a cupcake. All were so good but my favorite were the macarons. They were the perfect texture, lightly crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. This place is definitely a gem and I can't wait to go back!

When it comes to their desserts, calling ahead and ordering may be the way to go. I'm not a coffee…read moredrinker so I can't speak to that, and the desserts they had on hand were delicious. But there may be more options available.... Definitely worth a pop-in to get something small and taste the deliciousness. Regardless, the interior is beautiful decorated. It feels like a modern tea room with some availability to sit. The walls are a beautiful calm blue. They have some cold drinks, and the cups cakes - very moist, definitely have standing life in them. The employee was very kind and friendly, and the shop seems smoothly run. The shop seems to be in two plazas, and have designated parking on either side next to the building. Watch carefully for the signs, because the plaza is a little nondescript from the road.

I have been going to Brookside Bagels for 20+ years. It was my favorite after school spot to grab a…read morebagel and my personal favorite stop on my "Bagel Wednesday" travels. I have experienced all levels of customer service here but that is to be expected with many years of patronage. I prefer to order ahead online and grab my order from the shelf. I do also check the order as there have been a few times either cream cheese didn't make the bag or we were missing bagels. I love their cream cheese. something about it is so sweet and delicious. A cinnamon sugar bagel toasted with vanilla cream cheese is the ultimate. Easy parking. Right on route 10. I enjoy sitting outside in the summer time and watching the traffic while enjoying my bagel and schmear.

I just don't get the reason why people go here. Their bagels are below average, let's be fair…read more But the thing that always astounds me is how disorganized their service is. There were no fewer than 6 people behind the counter and it was not terribly busy. I ordered a toasted bagel with a side of plain cream cheese. It took 12 minutes. But what gets me is how many people who came in after me were getting their food. No, these weren't online orders. Also, you're a bagel place. You slice a bagel, throw it in the toaster. The speed on the conveyor should not be so fast that the bagel gets warm and not toasted. It's not like it got me out of there any faster that's for sure. And after toasting, show me one person who wants their bagel cut again in half so I am left with 4 quarters.