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    Paperback Cafe

    3.2 (161 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Toasted Marshmallow Latte
    Sharon W.

    Absolutely delightful experience at the Paperback Cafe today. Famished and lightheaded after a long walk, I stopped in to recharge. The lovely waitress warmly greeted me and I took a seat outdoors. Couldn't decide between the tuna melt or banana pancakes so I got both! I ordered the one pancake option. It doesn't sound like these two would go together but they absolutely did and they were delicious! I told the waitress how great everything was and she thanked me and looked so happy! Great food and vibes all around. Would definitely return when in the area. BTW this photo is of a toasted marshmallow latte from my first visit a few days ago. Today was my second visit there.

    Pancakes
    Celena C.

    Decent food (typical diner, breakfast food). Lots of breakfast options. Love the casual, relaxed ambiance. The food did come out rather slowly. I noticed this happening to several other tables too. The Eggs Benedict was fine. The hash browns were on the saltier side. The pancakes were a little too powdery/flour-y.

    Steak hash bowl

    Love this place so much. Been one of my favorite spots for over 20 years, and is as good if not better as it has always been. The food is so fresh and beautifully prepared, the service is phenomenal, and it's so cute and cozy in there. 10/10 would recommend any day of the week

    Avocado BLT with hash browns
    Sarah R.

    Such a cute and cozy spot in downtown Old Saybrook! When you walk in, there's a whole case of various pastries, and it looks like they have several gluten free options as well! I ordered a pumpkin spice latte that was to die for!! Sort of on the sweeter side of things- but I didn't mind. We ordered a tuna melt that came with a side of carrot sticks, and an avocado BLT special that came with a side of hash browns. Everything came out great! Definitely recommend a stop if you're in the area.

    Cinnamon swirl French toast, iced maple latte, fresh fruit, side of bacon and side of shredded hash browns

    I've made a habit of coming here every Tuesday. Food is always consistently great, the staff is very friendly and constantly moving to make sure they can tend to your needs, a great atmosphere, and all for a reasonable price. You would be doing yourself a disservice not checking them out.

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    Best breakfast I have had in a while. Great service and a ton of gluten free options for my son.

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    2 years ago

    Great food, great location! I have been going for 25 years and Kate and Staff have kept the quality high. We love Janet!

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    Food was excellent. Service was great and very timely. They have a nice outdoor dining area. All in all, a great experience.

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    4 years ago

    I love this place! Always have the best food & experience. The new owner is a doll & the Paperback is in great hands!

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