Still makes the BEST bread and stuffed bread in Connecticut. The owner and staff are outstanding…read more Their spinach breads are truly the best in Connecticut. I call in the day before and put my take out order in. Next morning at the time we discussed and everything is packed and ready to go. All just out of the oven and as usual excellent. Runs the bakery like he has run it for decades. Outstanding baked goods , excellent pizza, sandwiches and coffees. 5 Stars - A+

Cute small cafe/bakery with good food! My first time here and I enjoyed a bacon egg and cheese on a…read morecroissant with a coffee. I also ordered some Italian cookies and a pumpkin muffin! I will be back again! Enjoyed everything especially the pumpkin muffin :)

I went here for a lunch meeting and was pleasantly surprised. It's what I imagine Panera might have…read morebeen before it became Panera. Service is friendly. Everything behind and in front of the counter is neatly arranged. There is seating on the second floor besides the limited tables opposite the counter downstairs. Business is booming at lunch, and with good reason. The roast chicken cobb salad was delicious--all the ingredients were fresh and flavorful and their Green Goddess dressing was phenomenal! Their iced London Fog was also very good. Wasn't as crazy about the bagel I took home, but I'm biased because if it's not a kettle-cooked, New York bagel, it just isn't the same for me. But this is West Hartford, not Westchester or Fairfield County, and there's a different expectation there, so I'll let it slide. ;)

This is my favorite place to keep Coming back to, spending…read moretoo much money on a mediocre sandwich, and then acting surprised when I'm left disappointed. Service is fast and very friendly. Food is seriously overpriced and underwhelming. The bakery items are typically very good though as are the cafe items. The chicken ceasar wrap is a wrap with chicken and lettuce and tomatoes that happens to also have ceasar dressing in it. The curry chicken salad is lackluster. I've eaten here many times and have never been blown away--more so mad at myself for trying it again and again.

Staff here is great. Bakery items are good quality. Coffee was not for me, but they have a great…read morestudy area upstairs that I would come back for

"They're twisting in New York In old Chicago town…read moreIn Hartford and Frisco They all go round and round" (Chubby Checker) This is my third Hartford Baking review, having previously reviewed their South Windsor and West Harford locations. You'll find it on that horrendous bottlenecked stretch of Route 4 in Farmington- just look for the bright red umbrellas. It seemed a little smaller than the other locations, but there is a staircase to a separate dining room on the second floor above the sales counter and showroom. You'll find all the high-quality products that HBC is famous for - breads, loaves, rolls, dozens of pastries and sweet treats, plus sandwiches. It's quite a nice menu and you can out together an excellent varied meal for dining in or take-out. We went the takeout route and picked up two gorgeous sandwiches -a prosciutto de parma (Thinly sliced Prosciutto Di Parma, provolone cheese, and arugula on a homemade croissant) and a Caprese (loaded with slabs of Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato, and fresh basil on ciabatta drizzled with vinegar). Their sandwiches are excellent and a pretty decent value at under ten dollars. PRO TIP Don't even dare thinking about parking on busy Route 4, there is none, but go around the corner on High Street and you'll find plenty of parking in a lot behind the building.

Firstly, I would like to formally apologize to Tony and his staff. I have been working in the…read moreCromwell general area for 5 years and have only visited this absolute gem YESTERDAY. How could I possibly have been going to Starbucks over this delight?! I'm so sorry, friends. I should have my queer card revoked and sent to straight jail. This place is incredible. It's decorated like every queer neurospicy teen's dream, which is 100% my aesthetic. Firstly, the drinks: They have a variety of delightfully named beverages, both with and without espresso. I picked my Creme Bru-Lattee and paid for it before I even noticed the MLP:FIM themed bevs, but tell Twilight Sparkle I'll be back for her. The iced confection was a dream. My girlfriend ordered the thai iced tea and she also enjoyed it, but admitted that mine was better. THE BAKED GOODS!!! Having to only pick one to eat was challenging and, frankly, homophobic. How can I possibly pick one jewel in an entire treasure chest? Sure, I could have brought some home to do but that is besides the point, mama is on a budget. I had the gluten free chocolate peanut butter torte which did not seem GF at all and was heavenly. I admit I was audibly moaning while enjoying it. I made a scene. I am looking forward to going back to amend for my sins of coffee breaks wasted at the starbucks down the street. In closing. Yaaaas queen!

I've heard so much about Tony's Flour Shop, I am so happy I recently got to check them out my self…read more I am almost never in Cromwell, but on this occasion I was meeting a friend and Tony's was the perfect midpoint for us. This place is so adorable on the inside, it is small and pretty intimate, but the decor is precious! There are so many toadstools (the oversized red mushrooms with polka dots) and rainbows everywhere. Tony's specialty's are all his mom's recipes. There was a delightful selection of an assortment of sweets. Of course you can get your coffees and teas too. Each month they change their drink specials. I got a slice of their Salted Caramel Pecan Blondie and a May Specialty Latte called Fay Valentine. The Blondie was rich with caramel on the outside but decadently sweet, yet crunchy. This is an indulgence for sure! The Fay Valentine is a Banana and Peanut Butter Latte, absolutely delicious! I kept slurping long after it was gone! Please go check out the restroom at Tony's, even if nature isn't calling you to go. I have never before encountered a more magical restroom. If I tell you there's Alice herself hanging upside down from the ceiling, maybe that's enough reason to go. I had a wonderful time with my friend at Tony's Flour Shop, the staff is super helpful and friendly. I cannot wait to return.

Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.2/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.2/5 Value: 3.8/5 The farm store is very interesting. I enjoy the various pastries and sandwiches they have on offer. I liked the brisket biscuit ($17); very tasty but it is not cheap. I also like the chocolate almond croissant and the passion fruit donut. They did not have the creme brulee donut available when I went, else I would've ordered that. But overall the food is delicious. The place is fairly far from route 20 and takes a while to get to, but is a nice place to visit once in a while.

I don't know how this was my first time going! Despite the first frost, the grounds were still…read morebeautiful! Our choices: Pumpkin cold brew Matcha cider Bacon egg and cheese on a biscuit Apple butter cider donut Cinnamon roll ‍ And last but not least, our favorite was....the banana pudding The food, the flowers, the vibe, the service, the foliage, THE COFFEE. Everything was amazing

Love the atmosphere, pastries and mission of this spot: "inclusive coffee café employing people…read morewith and without intellectual and developmental disabilities and demonstrates the possibilities in all of us." Their mission is imbued in their staff, products, how they set up their space, and how you order. We came here for breakfast on a weekday and had a lovely experience. They have breakfast and lunch cafe menus (+catering), yummy pastries (cookies, muffins and scones) and various coffees and drinks. We enjoyed the omelette (if you order more than 3 ingredients there's a charge) and the village breakfast which was eggs, potatoes (slightly blackened), sourdough toast (or wheat) and bacon. Prices are fairly standard ($11-14) and portions not very large. The panetonne, toasted coconut, and chocolate chip scones ($5 each) were all good and baked well. The honey latte and hot chocolate (most drinks are $4-8) were also very creamy and delicious, though slightly too sweet for our tastes (made it taste good though!) You order at the counter and then take a table and place a marker with nice words like "love" and then your food is brought to you. The actual space is very inviting, with lots of nooks and crannies (tables with chairs, couches, a fireplace). They also sell t-shirts ($30) and sweatshirts ($40-50?) which are pretty soft material, as well as ground coffee, cards, granola, etc. The other half of their space is their homemade pasta place so it's a unique layout and looked fun as well. There were plenty of customers cycling in and out, many sitting down with a warm drink and a pastry. Parking isn't huge but was not super super small but could be an issue if they got an influx of folks hanging out. Wouldn't blame them though because it's a comfortable place with free wifi. Looking forward to returning! Shopping like Whole Foods, walmart, and Shop Rite are all within a few miles.

Beanz Cafe is a Gold Medal winner, but in their new location Teamed with Pasta Co. this is a Double…read moreGold! A fantastic business concept that makes way for hardworking individuals opening new opportunities and pride in one's Self. The service is spectacular and the servers smile earns an even greater smile in return. On one half of the open and airy space is Beanz and on the other side Pasta Co. Each works in unison. Seating is abundant with open and tucked away spots. Some limited outside seats as well. We have purchased breakfast items and devilishly delicious snacks and beverages. Over at Pasta are fresh dishes for a relaxing bite. There are also take home coolers and freezers for enjoying at home.

Sandy made lunches for the sixth grade class for an event at the Elementary school and when I…read moretalked to her about my child's vegan diet, she went above and beyond to make sure he had a vegan meal he'd be happy with. So sweet of her. Best of all, my son came home and said the sandwich she made was SOOOOO tasty!!

"I walked in, the baker said everything was sold I found out…read moreshe saved me some sweet jelly roll Yes, the baker shop boogie" (Willie Nix) Definitely a worthwhile visit! The store is pretty large with an oversized bakery display case showing off their classic bakery goods - think gorgeous cakes, pastries, and cookies. And to make your visit even more worthwhile is a restaurant with a sweet breakfast and lunch menu. We visited yesterday and had a very nice breakfast in their large dining room. There is plenty of seating and plenty of parking too. I had a Veggie Breakfast Burrito ($10.50) with sauteed onions, peppers, spinach, grilled portobello mushrooms, American cheese, and diced tomatoes on a spinach tortilla, It was excellent and the size of that burrito made it a decent value for the price. My wife had a $7.49 Ham, Egg & Cheese breakfast sandwich with an additional $1 bagel surcharge. It was a big bagel, and as you can see from our photo, there were three big ham slices included. Very good coffees were $3.59 each. On the way out, those gorgeous pastries in the showcase whispered sweet nothings in my ear, and helpless to resist, we ordered an Apple Pocket ($2.99) and a Chocolate Croissant ($3.25). How reasonable are those prices? We also saw that Marlborough has a refrigerated case with Grab and Go meals and stuffed breads. They are open from 6AM - 6PM on weekdays and 6AM - 3PM on weekends. We are now fans.

I come from Willington to enjoy the environment and meet with others here at Silk City. There is…read morealways ample space considering how busy it almost always is. People will always considering moving over to allow you to sit. Outlets for powered devices are plenty so you can always work at your leisure while enjoying your coffee or pastry. The only thing I give it one star less for is it often feels like a meat freezer inside. That's great for when the temperature demands it but not on average days. Bring a sweater, or light jacket just in case you are prone to get cold quickly.

Quite simply, I was blown away by Silk City Coffee. I even went in with extremely lofty…read moreexpectations due to friends' rave reviews and how long I have been wanting to visit, the anticipation building & building. Then on top of that, I ordered a drink far from my norm. All that, and I was still blown away! Upon entering, I loved the open environment and how it still managed to feel cozy, comforting and warm. It was relatively busy, though more steady business than anything too crazy. Everyone seemed super passionate, intentional, and focused in everything they did, while still being friendly and creating a welcoming environment. That's impressive and rare. Now for my order. I knew that I needed to try one of their baked goods, as I always monitor their weekly rotating menus. So, I went with their gluten free & vegan mocha cake with espresso glaze. Then for my coffee. I am normally an iced latte in the largest size possible kind of girl. And I'm hesitant/picky with mocha/chocolate coffee. However, as part of their 10 year anniversary festivities, they were offering a chocolate birthday cake latte, composed specifically and intentionally as a 12 ounce hot latte. I wasn't exactly setting them up for success by ordering this! But, I just knew it would be special, and oh my goodness was it! Special doesn't even feel strong enough a word. The flavor was so deep and developed. It was rich and indulgent tasting, but drank light. It was a marvel. I got strong notes of both cake and chocolate, and I don't typically think flavors pop as easily in hot drinks versus iced ones. I could not believe how good this drink was. The latte art aspect was incredible of course as well. It was so clear how talented this team is. The mocha cake was also exceptional. Super moist while still having a pleasant crumb. Great chocolate flavor, neither too dark nor light. Not super sweet. Great espresso glaze. It was one of the best chocolate cakes I've ever had. For pastry and baked goods, though, I do love the combo of chocolate and coffee. I absolutely cannot wait to return to Silk City Coffee. I am kicking myself for not getting here sooner. I have only heard amazing things about the people behind it as well. This is a must try spot, especially if you're a CT coffee lover. Don't be afraid to trust them either! I'm so glad I did! Easy 10/10.