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Kickstart Cafe

4.8 (68 reviews)
Closed 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Melissa T.

I'm rarely in the area so I quickly Yelped local coffee shops and chose Kickstart Cafe - and I am so glad I did! I ordered the Horchata iced with oat milk, while my sister ordered the Dirty Chai iced with oat milk. Both of our drinks were delicious, I actually enjoyed hers more than mine. I noticed customers walking in that the staff greeted by name - always a good sign. If I had more time I would have tried some food - it looked and smelled good!

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Daniella M.

Really quick and good service. Chocolate chip cookie was good. Reasonable pricing. Really loved the hot coco with espresso first time I've seen that and now I'm obsessed!! Cute inside with counter space. Everyone inside was talking together really nice atmosphere.

Iced chai and breakfast sandwich
Lexi S.

Kickstart Cafe is a lovely little corner cafe with a local hometown feel. The staff are very friendly and happy to answer questions. There are plenty of non-dairy options available. We sat at the corner table near the window which was nice and sunny. There's also a counter that you can sit at. It was nice to see people doing the daily crossword and reading the newspaper while chatting with neighbors and the workers behind the counter. Drink was good and breakfast sandwich was good!

Egg whites omelette with mixed veggies, and Swiss cheese, a side avocado and home fries.
TheFood P.

Kickstart Cafe in Shelton, CT is a warm and welcoming mom-and-pop gem where everyone feels like family--guests greet each other by name, and the vibe is full of heart. I started with their hazelnut cream & sugar coffee, perfectly smooth and comforting, then tried the honey bee cortado--espresso blended with steamed milk, honey, and vanilla--a sweet, rich delight. The egg white omelette, packed with fresh veggies, turkey slices, and melty Swiss cheese, was served hot and bursting with flavor. The roasted home potatoes? Golden, crispy, and absolutely to die for. Stephanie and her team were so kind and attentive--truly top-notch service that made the experience even better. A must-visit spot for a cozy, satisfying meal!

Shanina S.

Kickstart Cafe is located in downtown Shelton and is a newly restaurant. It has been in the downtown area for over a year. No more than two years I believe. It is a nice little cafe with staff that are very friendly and pleasant. I wanted something healthy and I wanted an omelette but I didn't fell like cooking. I ordered the Omelette with Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Cheese, and Spinach. The Omelette was very delicious and the vegetables were really fresh. The vegetables had a great bite and the omelette was cooked perfectly. What I loved about it was the omelette and a bottle of water was only 8.00 which I wasn't expecting because food prices went up. The cafe was clean and organized and I think it's a great edition to the downtown area. I will definitely be back to try more of the breakfast menu and there lunch sandwiches.

Iced Matcha Latte & Mocha Joe
Kevin B.

What a wonderful addition to Shelton! Went here around lunchtime on a Sunday for some pick me up drinks. I myself, got a Iced Matcha Latte while my wife got a Mocha Joe iced latte. I couldn't but help notice some of the sandwiches and wraps people were eating, definitely caught my eye and I will have to check those out next. The Iced Matcha latte was perfect. I get mine with oat milk and a splash of honey. Very nicely sized portion for a large, fairly priced as well. Definitely enjoyed my drink, they do it just as good if not better than most coffee shops. My wife got the Mocha Joe which had some expresso, milk, and hot cocoa. She enjoyed her drink but did note she wished it featured more expresso as it leaned a little on the cocoa side, still she enjoyed her drink. They have a counter seating inside similar to a diner and a couple of tables near the window. I'm addition they have two tables outside which is a nice add during a beautiful day. Service was welcoming, we will be back!!

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Chris R.

Wow! This place is so delicious We started off with both types of Mochas. One is a latte and the other one is called "Mocha Joe". The latte is milky with a hint of chocolate whereas the joe is richer with chocolate. Both are WONDERFUL. Got my usual SEC. The sandwich was so flavorful. I don't know what they put on that brioche bun but it tastes buttery and almost with a hint of garlic. Dude. 5 stars all day long without a doubt. It may have even beaten out my local cafe where I live. Total price for 2 mochas, SEC (double egg) and avocado toast with the chipotle drizzle was $22. Totally fair. Hell yes I'm coming back!

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Emma D.

This is a cute little coffee shop. They have two long bar style counters along with a few tables. The staff is extremely friendly, helpful and informative on their speciality coffees. I tried the honey bee cortado which is espresso, milk of choice, vanilla and honey. It was perfectly sweet. Need to try the food next time!

Dirty chai
Christina S.

Absolutely love kickstart!! The staff is always helpful and super friendly! They have a good amount of counter seating if you're looking to have your coffee or food there! My absolute favorite thing to order is their iced dirty chai with oat milk! It has the best flavor and they make it perfectly every single time!

a cup of coffee and a sandwich
Allison C.

Obsessed with this adorable spot in downtown Shelton! I talked to the owner who was so nice, and they're super dog friendly so seeing all of the pups really brightened my day. It's one of those spots where almost everyone is a regular and they all know each other, so it felt very community oriented! My fiancé and I grabbed a sunny table near the window and had such a delicious breakfast of avocado toast and the George's sandwich with our coffees. I really liked the iced pumpkin one I had! I will definitely be keeping this spot in mind for future trips downtown!

Avocado toast with bacon and chipotle drizzle, iced coffee.
Lauren C.

I go here minimum once a week; the sweetest shop with in house homemade goodies, THE best iced coffee, and lots of healthy options. Love the owners, always friendly and telling us what's new. Highly recommend the Steph's Brew iced coffee with cinnamon bun coffee, and the avocado toast! Such a pretty and clean place to grab and go. Favorite !!!

New Englander smoothie (maple, espresso, vanilla).

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Stephanie C.

Mitch, thank you so much! We really do love our guests here <3

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Lisa - we loved having you! Thank you so much :)

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2 years ago

Cute little shop. Friendly owners. Very decent iced chai. . Breakfast sandwich was good but could have used another egg.

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Delicious breakfast wrap - whole wheat wrap with egg cheese red onion spinach tomato. It was delicious!

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Great place super friendly atmosphere.The food and coffee are amazing!!So easy to call in a order.

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Stephanie C.

Thank you so much John, your support means everything!

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Food is ok and drinks are ok too. Food is very basic wish it was either larger in size or came with a side or more flavorful.

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Stephanie C.

Thank you Kaylee so much! We appreciate the time to write this :)

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3 years ago

Excellent breakfast all freshly made. Friendly staff great service. We'll be taking home some treats for later.

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4 years ago

Amazing food, great vibe, patient and chill staff. Would definitely come back, great date spot!

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Stephanie C.

Thank you so much Milton!

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