We love Little Riggs! Wonderful little spot with delicious, unique takes on brunch and lunch classics - highly recommend checking out this "gastropub for early risers!" Oh, and the music is wonderful - if you like it as much as we did, be sure to scan the QR code on the wall to get their playlist! Will be back many, many times! read more

Atrocious service. After waiting for more than 30 mins the server comes over and told us that they're out of an ingredient for one of our orders. So my daughter had to select another sandwich. She apologized for the delay stating that they had printer issues back there. So basically she was not checking on the status of our order for over 30 mins !! There were only 4 tables with customers and 2 were done eating. There were 2 servers! Our food was finally delivered after the other table, who arrived way after us. After waiting for an hour our food was not even hot! My daughter's sandwich had burnt bacon (this is the new replacement for what she originally ordered). Our server was nowhere to be seen after we were done so we asked the other server for a box and our bill. Finally our server arrives with the bill. No apology for the delay or poor service, no acknowledgment of the service failure at all. Paid full price!! We will not come back and sharing that one of the waitress is just awful! read more

My sister and I stopped by Little Riggs for Sunday brunch before taking her to the train station to head back to Hartford. I'd seen this place recommended on Yelp a few times but had never made it over until today. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When we walked in, we honestly thought they were closed because there was only one four-top occupied and one person sitting at the bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We grabbed a table for two, and I started with a mimosa while my sister ordered a coffee before eventually joining me with a mimosa. She had the OG breakfast sandwich, a classic that really hit the spot. I ordered the Madame Monsieur with fries, and everything was cooked perfectly. The food tasted fresh and made to order, which is always appreciated. Our server, Angelina, also made an excellent mimosa the orange juice to Prosecco ratio was just right (a small detail that makes a big difference!). Service was on the slower side, but from what we could tell, Angelina was the only server working, so it was understandable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant itself is small, cozy, and has the charm of a little café, making it a nice place to enjoy a relaxed brunch[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Overall, a very enjoyable first visit. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu. read more

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Found this delicious spot after wanting to go to Lobster Shack for brunch but they weren't open yet. The food was delicious, excellent menu choices and our server was fantastic. The Feeling boogie cheddar grits were cooked perfectly the langoustine was cooked perfectly. I was worried the mushroom toast wouldn't be sufficient but it was a large portion with two thick pieces of toast. Eggs perfectly cooked. Will certainly return, perhaps for dinner. read more

Little Riggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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After searching for a restaurant for dinner tonight and me wanting a lobster roll, my boyfriend and I decided on Little Riggs. It was between here and Home and I had been there before so we came here. It's the old Tiki bar across from the Mexican place. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Same as tiki bar...small place. Not many tables and it was freezing inside so we moved out to the patio. Not much warmer....Whatsoever. There were doors open that didn't close properly and it was pouring outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I said to myself it is what it is. Ordered the Insalada di Roma to start. Eh. Overpowering garlic taste. Got the lobster roll and man got the Thai Fighter Burger. My lobster was tasty as all lobster is. I can't do gluten and they don't offer gluten free buns so I just ate the lobster meat and fries. The butter on the lobster was very different. Thick. Corn buerre blanc sauce. I still don't know how I feel about it but to me lobster doesn't need a thick sauce on it. Also, it said MP on the menu upon arrival but online one menu said $34 and their actual website said $40. It was $52 tonight. Are you EFFING KIDDING ME?! Never in my life have I seen a lobster roll be $52. This place has no business charging that. We go out to eat all the time to very nice places and have never paid that. It wasn't even a large roll!!! Average. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I went to use the bathroom and it had an Out of order sign on the door. I had to go so I used it anyway. Door didn't shut. Prayed no one would try to come in. My hair stinks hours later of fried food. Gross.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For almost $200...would not come back. read more

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Little and cozy with big flavor and unique chef inspired food. Mary took great care of us as we celebrated Father's Day with a fantastic brunch. A very special place nestled by the Long Island Sound and the Thimble Islands. Don't miss this little gem! read more

I'm not even sure where to start. Overall, this was a terrible experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We walked in around 11:30 on a Sunday for brunch, and the restaurant was literally empty. It was just me, my girlfriend, and the staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered two drinks and then waited nearly 20 minutes for them to arrive. The drinks were fine, but the bill came to $37. That's not shocking for a restaurant in Branford, but waiting 20 minutes for two drinks in an empty restaurant is. What really stood out was when our server came over to take our food order and said something along the lines of, "I figured I'd come take your order before I make your drinks." At that point, we'd already been waiting about 15 minutes. In an empty restaurant, we should have been ordering our second round by then--not still waiting for our first. I wish I could comment on the food because the menu actually looked pretty good. Unfortunately, after seeing how long it took just to get two drinks, there was no chance we were going to sit there and wait what was likely going to be an hour or more for breakfast. We paid for the drinks and left. That experience alone was enough to make sure we won't be back. read more

My girlfriends and I decided to meet here for a catch-up brunch so it was a first visit for all of us. They take reservations, which makes complete sense as there's somewhat limited parking and it's pretty small inside. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They've done a really nice job with the decor inside, and everything was clean and tidy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was fairly busy when we arrived and there was only a single waitress on staff but she handled all the tables well and things got quieter as parties trickled out. The menu is amusing, the coffee was good and the food was really good. I got an omelete with caramelized onions and cheese that was perfectly cooked, a sausage patty and some nicely crispy toast. I would definitely come again. read more

I was in town last Friday around lunchtime but I was looking for brunch and found this gem! We were seated right away and our server was great and attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a nice bright open space and the bar looked nice and cozy. There's also a few outdoor tables[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I ordered the O.G. w/Muenster and a side of fries, the hubby ordered the Sunny Side Grits w/side of sausage. They both were sooo delicious. My egg was cooked to runny perfection and the bacon was perfectly crispy. The grits had a great creamy flavor and that dish was outstanding. Fries were also on point. I will definitely be back, worth the drive! read more

Little Riggs - Sunny Side Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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We are in the car, still raving about this little gram. Stopped in on a road trip, it was the best find. The service & ambiance were fabulous, and the FOOD! The food was outstanding. Now let's get to the star of the show- the music. This incredible playlist of some band doing covers in a jazz style. Basically, a much better version of modern jukebox. I asked siri, I asked shazam, I asked 2 different servers, no one knows who it is. They said the chef knows (but wouldn't ask him!) I told her I feel bad for the artist who is getting ZERO recognition! I followed them on IG, the server said the chef is supposed to release the playlist info there because people keep asking about it. I certainly hope that's true! read more

Little Riggs - Mushroom Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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I went with my girlfriend group for one of their birthday celebrations. The service was not good and the food was not good. I ordered the steak frites - my steak was inedible with way too much salt and fat in it and the fries came cold. I ate one bite of my meal and the server never even asked if there was anything wrong or if I needed anything else. I spent over $150 to just need to stop at McDonald's on the way home. Needless to say, I won't come back. read more

This place ruined my wife's birthday dinner. Bad food, expensive, bad service, [[HIGHLIGHT]]dirty, spilled wine, dirty water.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Went here for Easter breakfast and everything we had was amazing! Best ever Pistachio muffin - almost tasted like angel food cake. All our meals were so good, everything made from scratch (even the ketchup), they made breakfast sandwiches outstanding! We drove an hour to meet my son, and we said we can't wait to come back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute place, wonderful service as well![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I've eaten here a few times before and the food has always been AMAZING! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plus a super cute place + vibe![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The servers have always been super kind and helpful however -- this most recent visit, we were one of the two tables that was in during lunch time and the food took forever to come out. We were in no rush so it wasn't a huge deal, but maybe something to keep in mind. read more

Best buttermilk country fried chicken sandwich ever!! So glad we visited and will b back!!! read more

Little Riggs - Clean plate club - fries were great too - made to order! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

A wonderful place to stop for brunch/lunch. The food was very delicious! I had the mushroom toast & my wife had the Sunny Side Grits! These grits rivaled my own & were slap ya mom good! The first bite instantly had me thinking about my creole roots & all the good food I eat when I go & visit Louisiana because that's how good these grits were. The only thing I would've appreciated even more would've been some nicely seared shrimp & a bit of red eye gravy but the hot sauce set it off appropriately! The flavor profile of the mushroom toast was everything I needed in my life. I love a nice ricotta with chard elements, fresh green garnishment & vibrant acidic finishes. I added my own s&p because that's what I like, but it is also a perfect bite without s&p. This spot was a nice vibe, great music, excellent service & very tasty cocktails! read more

Little Riggs - Sunny Side Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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Had an enjoyable breakfast at Little Riggs on a Saturday morning. The food was perfectly balanced - fresh, flavorful and filling without being heavy. Had a nice Tequila Sunrise cocktail to complement my meal. There was only one person taking care of the front of the house with some occasional support from the people in the kitchen. It can be challenging for one person to seat people, take orders, bring the food out, bus tables, AND make the drinks, so we inevitably had to deal with a bit of wait time. It also took quite a bit of time for the food to come out, but we can tell it was because a lot of love and attention was put into preparing the meals. I'll take quality over speed any day. I really hope this place is here to stay, and they have enough business where they can comfortably add some extra staff to deal with the timeliness issue. Until then, I probably wouldn't be coming here to eat with a group, but I could definitely see this place as a great go-to spot for 1-2 people looking to relax with drinks and a delicious breakfast/brunch! read more

A wonderful breakfast place that elevates the location. Scrumptious and innovative breakfast. I had the u decided and it was great quality breakfast. I usually get the same thing at breakfast places but this one was really good. Salad and potatoes were a plus. And tried some grits and they were yummy. I'm. It really a grits person but saw the reviews and had to try. Anyway go here and you won't regret it. Service was friendly and place is hip inside. read more

Little Riggs - Undecided but Undecided/Hungry - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Good food, great morning music![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Wish they had more on the menu but [[HIGHLIGHT]]was great for a saturday morning[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Little Riggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

So bad! Waited an hour and a half for food. Burger over cooked and dry. My wife ordered the lobster roll special very little lobster and it was $40!!! Serves was not much better! read more

Just came here for dinner! It's been great to see the place and their menu grow from just breakfast on weekends to all three meals on more days. We ordered a bunch of food to share and everything was great - croquettes, chicken and waffles, pork belly Mac and cheese, insalada di Roma. They also have their liquor license now and have some great wine selections. We were told beer will also be available in the new year. The owner came over to chat with us for a bit and it was great to hear more about his vision and experiences. Little Riggs is such a great addition to this neighborhood and I look forward to seeing their continued growth. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a great little spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Made a reservation and went for breakfast & we will definitely be back. We had the Bahn MLT & the Egg Bites. The first was really excellent & the second very good. The hostess/waitress/bartender was fantastic. The place was full & she did a fantastic job. We will definitely be back to try lunch & dinner! read more

Little Riggs sits on the edge of the Stuart, McKinney National Wildlife refuge on the Long Island Sound. Riggs opened 6 months ago from Chef John Kronfeld, who operated the very successful breakfast truck, The Chef Truck, until he opened Little Riggs, transitioning his uniquely delicious breakfast menu into a sit down experience. To call this place a hidden gem isn't wrong, but this clichéd term is a tad overused these days... It's like a half buried treasure. Among the locals it isn't buried at all, and they have taken it by storm. This little outpost that seats just 30 in the wintertime, is slightly larger than a hole in the wall and certainly significantly more elevated. It's the type of place you want to go to for a leisurely comforting breakfast on a Sunday morning. But it's not just a breakfast joint, offering significantly more than just morning fare, and lucky for us who do love his breakfast menu, we can now enjoy it beyond traditional breakfast hours. Kronfeld has launched dinner service this week, and we will be the first in line. It was the purchase of a little food truck, The Chef Truck, in 2020 that would change the trajectory of Kronfeld's story. We all know what happened that year and yet, in spite of it all, Covid had been quite good to this little restaurant on wheels. The Chef Truck served customers from the parking lot of The Friki Tiki seasonal cocktail bar, and served guests who willingly stood on long lines for his unique and delicious breakfast menu. Fast forward to 2023. The property for the little tiki bar was up for sale, and Little Riggs was born in July of 2023. The menu is simple - Light Fare, Full plates, Sweet Starts, and Sammi's. Though the menu is small in size, it's huge in creativity and flavor. Every dish, and every name on the menu is a story unto itself. We started with a piping bowl of Sunny Side Grits, made with organic corn, white cheddar, beef lardons, Redeye hot sauce, scallions and a fried egg. These were by far the best grits I have had up in these parts - pure comfort and velvety smooth. The beef lardons were crispy without grizzle. The Sweet Corn Waffles are truly otherworldly. Everything Kronfeld creates is familiar until it isn't. Let's talk about the B-B-B-Benny. Everybody knows Eggs Benedict. This is so subtly and yet so wildly different. Here, two perfectly steamed eggs sit on top of delicious sweet corn waffles, topped with delicate slices of prosciutto, the familiar Hollandaise sauce and some micro greens for a lovely burst of color. Breakfast not your thing? Burgers are served after 11 AM. and with each burger you' read more

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Absolutely adorable new neighborhood spot! Love what they did with the space and especially nice to have outdoor seating (puppy friendly!) Seems to still be working out the kinks and with having a small kitchen, service can be slow. But boy is the food worth it, especially the falafel wrap! So delicious, so crispy and fresh, I could eat it every day! Wish the menu had a few more "standard" things on it so I didn't have to venture into town (Turkey club, omelet, grilled chicken sammy etc.) However, can't wait to try their pop up pizza nights as well as more of their menu! P.S. The owner is absolutely wonderful! He was so friendly and made sure to ask not only our table but everyone around us how their meal was introduce himself. That goes a long way in my book! read more

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Enjoyed a well-made Aperol spritz, a flavorful "Town Green" falafel-spinach wrap. They take care with the food. Solid service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Relaxing mood lighting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very much enjoyed Andrew Ibarra playing guitar and singing (Wednesday night) songs of 70's, 80's, 90's, 00's.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Saw Little Riggs pop up on a instagram reel & the food/atmosphere looked good. This place is absolutely fantastic. Super friendly staff and very personable. The menu selection has something for everyone. My wife went the belly bombs and peach Bellini. She thought everything was great. I went with grits with a sunny side egg. I'm extremely picky about my grits I would down south had the best I've ever eaten......until today. Best grits I've ever eaten hands down. read more

Little Riggs - Cheesy grits with sunny side up eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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This is such a little gem! Our food has been consistently fantastic all three times. Once at the bar, once for brunch and last night for dinner. We shared the white bean spread which is so flavorful and the bread it's served with is so crispy, and just holds up with the spread so nicely! The Mac and cheese is to die for! Not something I normally indulge in but such a classic favorite! And the best burger in town, by far! Oh my goodness it was seasoned perfectly, cooked to perfection and the fries.... Perfect! The prices are extremely reasonable too! Three drinks and three food dishes for $79 I think is extremely reasonable these days! Server was very accommodating with our table selection out on their patio. Great high top table and a nice breeze! Highly recommend! 10/10!! read more

Absolutely awesome delicious food every time we get there! So very happy to have this delightful spot nearby. Excellent service staff, too! The fried chicken is the best I've ever had. The steak frites prepared perfectly. And the grits! Wow! read more

Went to Little Riggs last night to celebrate a birthday and our entire group (6) was blown away! We shared the Beets, Mac and Cheese, Spring Rolls, and Arancini for appetizers which were all fantastic. Two of our six people HATE beets, but they both changed their stance after trying Little Rigg's. The flavors of all of the dishes worked perfectly. Now the burgers. AMAZING. I personally had the Pickle Back and let me tell you, the meat was seasoned perfectly and clearly a high quality, great bun, perfectly pickled red onions, and probably the BEST BACON I HAVE EVER HAD on top. The bacon the chef makes for this burger is better than the thick cut bacon at a high end steak house. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is an absolute gem.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So much so that part of our party is planning on going back tomorrow morning to experience the breakfast menu. Thank you Little Riggs for the best meal we have all had in a long time! read more

What a hidden gem and wonderful addition to the Shoreline. We stopped here on a Sunday morning on our way home from Rhode Island, I believe this was once a food truck and have now since opened up a brick and mortar, thankful they did! Place is very cozy inside, not a lot of seating. We walked in mid-morning, did not have a wait. We were greeted by our wonderful server who answered any questions we had and provided great suggestions. I got the Hangover Sandwich while my wife got the B-B-B Bernie. My sandwich was incredible, tasty sausage patty, muenster cheese, crispy hash brown, Bloody Mary ketchup (cool concept) finished on a delicious bahn mi roll, highly recommend! My wife's dish had 2 steamed eggs with hollandaise served over some sweet corn waffles which they raved about, she loved her dish. With how well they served breakfast I am definitely interested in returning to try out some of their lunch items off the menu, especially the burger! read more

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Another great meal at Little Riggs! I tried the onion soup appetizer this time and iykyk indeed! A unique and creative preparation paid for the best version of "FOS" I've ever had! I followed that up with the pork chop, which is excellent, and my dinner companions all had different burgers that they loved. I truly love eating here! One of the best restaurants in Branford for sure. read more

I've dined here a few times and the experience can be very pleasant or mediocre. Tonight was one of the mediocre evenings. The food wasn't very good and the bacon was literally charred and inedible. When we told the waitress, she acknowledged that but did not even apologize or try to remedy the situation. It is unclear why she even served a plate like that. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a pity because the ambiance is lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Absolutely love this place, food is amazing, service is awesome and [[HIGHLIGHT]]very cozy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Definitely a must try.

My first visit was not a very good one. Even though I parked between 2 lines and there was only 1 other car in the whole lot, the owner told me I was not in a parking spot and had to go back out and move my car! We ordered 2 breakfasts and were told the coffee maker was acting up and he could only offer us water. It was 63° inside even though people were complaining and since it never got warmer, the heat was not working either. We waited 35+ minutes for our breakfast to come out! Then came some coffee, there were only 5 other diners in the whole restaurant. The food was good, the inside was nicely done, the server was like his first day in the job. I hear they may start dinners soon, good luck. read more

We went to Sunday brunch. They have a full bar. The service was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is excellent. It is relaxed but well appointed and clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was outstanding. The Chef has taken standard fare and spruced it up in a non-pretentious way using well known ingredients. He just found foods that complement each other in a way that I have never experienced. I think the guy is some kind of a food genius. Highly recommend this place. read more

Great food, wonderful service, in a [[HIGHLIGHT]]relaxed ambiance[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Highly recommended. Bob Bartnet

Don't walk - run to check out this gem of a restaurant down near the water in Branford. We had an amazing breakfast today -- this is soulful food with a gourmet twist. Definitely French accents. The breakfast wrap was by far the best I've ever had. It was called - Wild Child and it was fantastic. The tasty wrap had a thin layer of golden hash brown potato, perfectly cooked scrambled eggs and bacon but what made it unique was a delicious aoli and watercress layer that was to die for. Every bite was an adventure. My daughter had an equally tasty sandwich called The Hangover -- that she loved. Our waitress Libby was terrific and we met the chef who really is a culinary wiz. No pretentious BS just a guy who treats the kitchen like a laboratory - whipping up one creation after another. Listen foodies - we need to keep this restaurant alive and kicking. I'm going back tomorrow to sample some more magic -- one final thought - the muffin of the day was a perfect bake mixing banana and peanut with a light honey butter. It was worthy of a Paul Hollywood handshake. See you at Little Riggs. read more

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Great food, service, vibes, and reasonably priced. I came for breakfast and everything was fantastic. I'll be back!

The food was delicious! The service was mediocre. We waited for a while to get our menus. We waited for a while to get our order taken. We waited for a while for water. We waited for a while for food. There wasn't really an explanation for why things were taking so long. Nice ambiance but disappointed at the service. read more

Little Riggs - Eating a delicious wrap sitting at the bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a gem! A very unassuming exterior and simple, open interior give no foreshadowing to the excellent food and attention to detail this restaurant seems to offer[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I came for brunch, wanting something hearty on a cold, winter's day. Yelp reviews led me here-specifically for their Sunny Side Grits dish. I can honestly say I have not been served such delicious grits since visiting the Deep South in places like Charleston, Birmingham and Savannah. Absolutely out of this world great. A perfect plate of food. Their delicious coffee and the friendly, enthusiastic service helped round out my experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I was in such reverie over my food that a local woman began chatting with me about the grits, the restaurant, and Branford in general.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What a wonderful place. Can't wait to try it for dinner. They have live music in Wednesday nights and Thursday is burger night with all burgers at $15! But the rest of the dinner menu looks so delicious. If it's as elevated as the grits dish, I expect it could become a new pet restaurant for me! Bravo! read more

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