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    Moon Rise Cafe

    4.2 (138 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Almond joy iced, maple iced, raspberry truffle iced, berry smoothie, iced Wiccan tea
    R d.

    We were in the area and stopped in for coffee. I am thrilled we did! The Saturday morning staff was friendly, helpful, and offered suggestions and options. In a day of DD and Starbucks where the employees are bothered if you have a question this was a welcome surprise. I noticed nods to American pride and respect which I greatly appreciated and respect. The quality of the coffee and workmanship of our lattes was top notch (and resulted in me ordering a berry smoothie and iced Wiccan tea-bliss!!). All in all I'm happy and will be back next time in the area. Awesome

    Kevin A.

    The Moonrise Cafe is super cute. The service I received was great. I enjoy when I walk in and I'm greeted and im given my due attention. The Moonrise has an excellent choice of fresh brew teas. They build the bag for you and everything. I highly recommend giving this spot a try! You'll be hooked.

    Deana P.

    Randomly stopped here while on a thrifting trip. Amazing iced maple latte, matcha was perfect! The women taking the orders was SO SWEET. Had the breakfast panini - delicious

    Emily G.

    Adorable little cafe nestled near the North Haven Green. I was so excited to find a chai that was made with red rooibos (caffeine free)! It's a great spot to meet up with friends or get some work done. We didn't get the opportunity to try food, but will update our review when we do! Will definitely be going back. @thesidedishers

    Bruce's Bruce's Protein Stack
    Jennifer A.

    I have come into this cafe countless times for food delivery and never for myself. I have wanted to try it and today I finally did!! Staff is always friendly and make you feel welcome and important. Tip: check the menu online since all the items are not listed on the board! I found Bruce's Protein Stack doing that. I wanted a no bread breakfast and this was IT. This plate comes with 2 eggs, chipotle sauce, buffalo ranch sauce, cheddar cheese, bacon, sausage, and Canadian bacon. Highly recommended. The sauce is not that spicy and goes SO WELL with the meats and cheese! I took it to-go and it was surprisingly simple to cut and eat with plastic cutlery. Prices are very reasonable my breakfast was $9.66 for the stack and a medium coffee. Oh! The coffee! It's amazing! Just got a hot black coffee and the taste is incredible. Full bodied and not at all bitter. Now I have to go back for a panini at lunch!!

    Julianne A.

    We had the tiger chai, macchiato, and London fog for drinks. All were excellent quality. The tiger chai was so different- I would highly recommend. We also had the glorious morning muffin and I could eat 10 of them that's how good they are. The (manager?) gentleman was so nice explaining to us the teas and origins of them. Love the ambiance and natural vibe of this place! A go to from now on!

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    Got a sausage, egg, and cheese on a bagel and a latte this morning. Both were excellent. I always try to stop in when I'm in the area.

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    Food and coffee was good. Nice calm ambiance. Outdoor seating available. Service was good!

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    Great sandwich place. The only downside is they close the grill or food service 30 minutes before closing.

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    Lots of choices, friendly service nice place to meet for coffee or more. Cozy atmosphere.

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    The Bees Knees Bistro

    The Bees Knees Bistro

    4.4
    (111 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    Upon arrival, the Bees Knees Bistro is cozy inside. Our server was attentive and all the staff…read moreseemed pleasant and helpful. Onto the drinks and food which were so delicious and truly enjoyable. I got the Beachy Bee Iced Latte special, which is a honey vanilla latte with a coconut cold foam and toasted coconut on top (simply divine)! My fiancé got the cappuccino which was made just to his liking, and he's a coffee connoisseur. For food, I had the Bumble, which I highly recommend, with scrambled eggs, subbed with the gluten free sourdough bread (+$2 up-charge) and cheddar instead of American cheese. It's served all day and had so much flavor with that garlic butter, and the seasoned steak. Yum! If you are gluten free like me, you will appreciate that they have the gluten free sourdough bread or a gluten free wrap to substitute with. My partner had the Basic Bee with bacon and thought it was flavorful with light and fluffy scrambled eggs that complimented the bacon well. Overall, I would really recommend this place if you're looking for a breakfast or lunch in Wallingford!

    I normally try to give places the benefit of the doubt, but our experience at The Bees Knees Bistro…read morein Wallingford was honestly very disappointing and upsetting. My family and I arrived while it was raining outside with our young daughters in strollers, expecting to sit down for a meal and get out of the weather. Instead, we were told we could not come in with the strollers and essentially felt unwelcome the moment we walked through the door. As parents of babies who are still too young to sit safely in high chairs on their own, the strollers are not optional for us , they are necessary. We were not being disruptive, rude, or inconsiderate. We were simply trying to have a meal as a family. Rather than attempting to accommodate us or show any understanding, we were left feeling like having children made us an inconvenience. What made the situation even worse was the fact that it was pouring outside. Any level of kindness or flexibility would have gone a long way. Instead, we felt embarrassed, frustrated, and honestly shocked by the lack of compassion and customer service. Families with young children already face enough challenges going out in public, and experiences like this make it even harder. We ended up leaving and taking our business somewhere else that was far more welcoming and understanding toward families. It is disappointing because we were genuinely looking forward to trying this restaurant, but first impressions matter. A restaurant does not need to be "kid-centered" to still treat parents and babies with basic respect and decency. I completely understand that restaurants may have space limitations or policies, but there is a respectful and compassionate way to handle situations like this. Instead, the experience came across as cold and dismissive. There are many restaurants in the area that are happy to accommodate families, and moving forward those are the businesses I will continue to support. Unfortunately, after this experience, I will not be returning and would not recommend this restaurant to families with infants or children who still require strollers or extra accommodations. I wont be going back and giving them .you business, nor will I be recommending this place to anyone. Totally rude and discrimination towards those with babies. I did not feel cherished like their website says every guest is. Its sad because this will and im sure does effect their business. I will never give them my business after yesterday. No attempts at accommodating us or evening offering to let us sit outside, lazy staff, but yet there were 3 teenage girls taking names for the wait list. What a joke.

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    The Eatery

    The Eatery

    4.7
    (281 reviews)
    4.9 mi
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    The Eatery continues to be a staple for a delicious and filling take-out lunch during the work…read moreweek. I love all of the unique flavors and fresh options!

    (Last visited January 10, 2025.) I've been coming to The Eatery in Wallingford for safe-to-say,…read moreyears. A few of my foodie friends put me on game regarding this place that's about a 25-minute drive for me, but always so worth it. Here's why I love it so much! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set in the center of Wallingford a little off of the main drag of Center Street is this humble gem. You can park on the street for free if there's space or in the plaza parking lot right up the block from them. Once in the door you're welcomed by several smiling faces and that makes ALL THE DIFFERENCE! This place is predominately made for takeout. There are no physical tables, but you certainly can pop a squat on the benches near the back of the restaurant if you'd like. Service: There isn't necessarily table service since all you do is order at the counter and wait until your name is called, but the people there are so sweet, soft and will just make your day! They're also full of personality and their social media posts are super funny. Lol. Food: I've had several things from their menu here including the Backyard BBQ Sandwich, Savannah Wrap, Vegan BBQ Mac & Jack Bowl, The Hungry Slope, BCB, Roast Beef and more! These are some of the highest quality, made-with-love sandwiches, tastiest, creative sandwiches around! I just love how every several months they change the menu up introducing new flavors for the season so you never know what you're gonna get! Of course the favorites stay on the menu! Value: These sandwiches aren't cheap, but you have to pay for quality. Expect to spend between $11.00 and $15.00 here for a good meal. Then add on whatever else for drinks or sides, but it's worth it. In conclusion, I love this place, I just wish they were closer AND that they were opened on weekends, but they keep the hours tight to allow their employees to have lives. I give them even more respect for that! Check this place out soon!

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    Pistachio Cafe

    Pistachio Cafe

    3.8
    (325 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    Absolutely the best for ambiance, healthy food, limited vegetarian choices. Soups are needed for…read morethose of us not liking the mess of a side salads. Many entrees are already served on a bed of lettuce and slice of bread. Note: Kitchen CLOSES for orders of meals at 3:00 pm on weekdays. Very vintage with great entree presentation. I love the quiet areas with single seating if you prefer coffee only while working or reading. This cafe has a boho and a one of a kind vintage feel. Nice crowd with people of all ages and a friendly staff. Very unique bakery desserts but Priced equal to most specialty coffees. Self seating with payment and order in advance on an I pad. Choose your own table and food is served to you! A large menu to choose from. Seafood entrees would be nice for vegetarians. Even a tuna or shrimp plate with soup and salad. One REQUEST.... PLEASE serve HOT specialty coffees in different cups or add a cover to keep them HOT. My pistachio goes cold well before I finish my meal so I skip dessert for that reason. Perhaps offer a refill. Ice is needed near water dispenser. Truly a diamond in the rough! I highly recommend pistachio coffee, cafe, and everything within it.

    My son and I stopped in here over the Christmas break while we were in New Haven…read more It was cold and the ride from New Jersey was long enough that we wanted to grab a coffee and pastry. Wonderful selection of baklava and similar pastries. We ordered a coffee and I had a specialty coffee and we ordered 3 of the various pastries. It was more than $30. I did not ask the price on the pastries prior to ordering- so that's on me. This has the feel of a local stop and regulars so if you're in the area it's worth checking out.

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