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    Manjares

    3.9 (114 reviews)
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    MANJARES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Kelly T.

    Sweet little spot off the beaten path across from Edgewood Park. We parked to walk to Bella's for brunch, and it looked nice so kept it in mind in case Bella's was too busy. As it turns out, Bella's was packed with people and was stuffy and hot, and the host was scrambling trying to make room for everyone. It just felt uncomfortable, so we decided to leave and return here. It was a beautiful day,so we picked a sunny spot on the deck out front. There is counter service (and table service if you ask, but when they get busy you might be forgotten). Two nice young women were working alone and were a bit overwhelmed once it got busy. Otherwise, the food was delicious (made in house raspberry almond scone, pancake sandwich, and eggs Manjaro with mimosas to drink) and everyone was friendly. Recommend!

    Seafood paella
    Larry H.

    Ate at Manjares again with friends on Sept. 2nd. Excellent tapas, seafood paella, and lamb chops. Great atmosphere and nice folks. Good cocktails. Hidden gem. Busy.

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    Nissen W.

    Visited my hometown and searched for a coffee spot within walking distance and I'm lad I tried this place out! Their coffee was nice and their food was even better! To top it off you have a great view of Edgewood park form the patio or sidewalk seating! The food was light, well seasoned, and filling! The salad tasted very fresh, and the chicken and rice was savory and delicious! Definitely try the Baked chick burrito then go for a cathartic walk in Edgewood park! I will definitely be going again!

    Linda L.

    This is my girlfriends to go place for a brunch as you can sit outdoors and enjoy a great cup of coffee or champagne if you desire and if you're really feeling festive you can have your typical screwdriver or bloody Mary. That's what we love about this place we all get exactly what we and there's always a least 6 of us so to please 6 women you have to be doing something right. The coffee is always delicious as are there desserts. Can't go wrong. So don't miss out give it a try!!

    Smoothie menu
    Sarah E.

    Excellent little coffee shop with pastries and smoothies. Service was quick and he also did a great job of describing and explaining all the goodies available. Yum!

    Chilaquiles and french toast!
    Shirley D.

    After not having been here for a while, especially during covid, I forgot that this is probably my favorite brunch place in New Haven. I think it's the combination of welcoming ambience, friendly and attentive staff, and latin inspired food, and the selection of drinks and pastries. My friend and I found our own seats by the counter upon entry and were offered coffee immediately. The person behind the counter was very hospitable, anticipating out needs before we could ask him- adding in steamed oat milk when I asked him if they had any, offering lime when we asked for water, waiting until the conversation died down before asking whether we needed to-go boxes. I got the chilaquiles and my friend got the challah bread french toast. Both were delicious! This experience definitely reminds me to go back for more, and to bring my book next time too. Edited: the above review applies to when it's not busy! When it gets busy, you can expect a couple of mistakes here on your order, because they usually only have a few staff working, and it's popular! But they're so nice about it and will be happy to fix anything without issue.

    Quiet in here...but the food is good!
    Larry S.

    So I stopped by a local restaurant and they were unexpectedly closed, but a manager was there and when I asked where tondo....he said without hesitation "next door". And its good! Simple menu, simple set up. Order and grab a table, or in my case, a window seat and watch the world go by. This is a great local neighborhood, and I feel very comfortable here and WOW! The food was good. I had a simple rice and chicken dish, they called it the naked burrito, deliscous! The side salad simply prepared with avocado and apple and dressing, perfect and I treated myself so an Apricot Danish for dessert...the sweet tooth was so satisfied. I will be back!

    Bar area, with the owner

    The food is amazing, the owner is a sweetheart and really professional, they also have a bar and the bartender makes and best margaritas. If you want to relax and chill and have some good food and drinks.. definitely go for it.

    Emily C.

    Manjares was an absolutely delightful discovery after a Saturday yoga class. My friends and I gave a big ol' NOPE to the two spots down the street sporting 1.5 hour waits, and we were thrilled to find Manjares so close by. It's got an excellent breakfast and lunch menu, plus breakfast is served all day! I ordered a breakfast burrito which came absolutely STUFFED with sausage, cheese, black beans, rice, scrambled eggs, cilantro, tomato, pepper and onion. I had to take half of it home it was so enormous. I also enjoyed a pastry - sort of like a cheese danish, and it was exceptional! Love the casual counter service - there's also indoor and outdoor seating. A really nice cafe!

    Greek omelet, naked chicken burrito & vanilla latte
    Lory R.

    Oh Bella's how y'all got competition, I THOUGHT Bella's took the win on brunch but this adorable little restaurant less then a block away with their comfy vibe was mint. As soon as I walked in and saw the half empty pastry window and the stand with macaroons I was in pre diabetic heaven, the food clearly has to be fire. We had a Greek omelet, a naked chicken burrito, vanilla latte, macaroons and a Snapple (lol) the people including customers are just so friendly and the adorable lady in the front is so warm and inviting she even zaps all the wasps out like a OG so keep people like me from getting a stroke. I will TOTALLY be back I enjoyed every bit of it there. 10 thumbs up y'all.

    iced chai mwah
    Christina C.

    they have one of the best chais in the city. places to sit inside and outside. the only thing is you need cash less than $10. vegetarian sammies too!

    Paglia Pancake Sandwich
    Maya V.

    I came here one morning with the intention of originally taking my friends to the famous Bella's. When we found out there was a 45 minute wait time, we came here instead. And, boy, did we make the right choice. It's a small place, but it definitely has a community feel to it. The restaurant was being run by only 3 people that morning (one in the kitchen, one taking orders, and one making drinks) so it was a bit slow service, but they were very kind and apologetic. Pretty standard breakfast/brunch foods (I had the Paglia Pancake Breakfast Sandwich), but it's really the great Latino/Caribbean community vibe that stands out. Also, the pastries are delicious! (There's a croissant with passionfruit filling that's particularly tasty)

    Salmon omelette

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    Had a really good cheap breakfast! Super nice staff and the vibe was so cute! Def recommend

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    Great brakefast cozy neighborhood atmosphere fresh food to die for. Friendly service.

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    Thank You! Look forward to seeing you again soon

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    Food was fresh and delicious. Friendly service. Clean environment. A nice respite from our travels

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    Got the papas bravas, coconut shrimp and empanadas; all so delicious, service was amazing, very fun vibes, will be back!!!

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