Cute mom and pop spot, you can tell it's family owned & operated. Breakfast comes out fast and HOT. Which i appreciate, i hate when food is lukewarm. Coffee is good as well. The decorative style speaks to the family importance and it's also simplistic, no frills and nothing fancy. Price point is excellent compared to surrounding spots. Cash only, with a ATM available inside. read more

Food was so good, "grandpa's kitchen" type atmosphere with incredibly friendly staff who treat you like family. Will absolutely visit again! read more

Now, this place is your standard mom and pop restaurant. As far as food goes, you have your everyday breakfast, things like meatloaf, and other home cooking. But it is the service and hospitality that would make me visit over and over again. You are greeted as soon as you walk in, by who I believe are the owners. So sweet, it was like I was back home in the South. read more

Definitely a local hangout. The conversations amongst the regulars were great. The waitress was fabulous and very friendly.

Overpriced. Very small portions of breakfast at a high end restaurant price. Food is mediocre.

Not much decoration inside, but the owners are very friendly. We found this place for breakfast after the planned restaurant was closed on a Tuesday. We were welcomed and served immediately. I got chocolate chip pancakes, which were very delicious! My friend got a veggie omlette,which she loved. The potatoes were crispy. We sat and talked a while, with no pressure to leave. The server filled our coffee and tea. And we were thanked many times for coming in. I didn't know this little place was here. I'll keep back! read more

We absolutely love this spot! The service has always been great and they are very kind! Food is delicious as well, great sized portion too! The ambience has a real "home" feel to it. Highly recommend the Steak-Egg-Cheese sandwich!! read more

Poppy's Restaurant - Eggs, home fries, bacon, and toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Branford, Connecticut

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Small family run business with great food and friendly service. A great selection of breakfast and lunch/dinner choices and everything we've had has been delicious. Cash only, but there's an ATM available and prices are very reasonable. read more

The only reason we found Poppy's was that the place we originally wanted to go to was closed for Labor Day. This is small, "old time" neighborhood type of breakfast place. We were greeted very warmly by who I would guess are the owners, an elderly couple who are obviously enjoying themselves. There's a small counter with a tv on behind it and about 8 tables. The menu is basic, eggs, omelettes, French toast, pancakes, 2 hashes, a couple of Benedict's, breakfast sandwiches. There are some lunch items too but I did t look at them. We both got the corned beef hash with 2 eggs over easy and whole wheat toast. Everything was prepared properly and tasted very good. The hash was not too salty, something common to the dish. read more

What a great small place for breakfast very friendly great prices and great service. Reminded me of the days when you could get a good breakfast for a very reasonable price and a smile on the servers face. Will definitely go back read more

This is an excellent little breakfast nook that you'd pass right by if you weren't looking for it. It's a nice little hometown family-run restaurant that's been a favorite of locals for decades. The staff is friendly and treats you like family. The food is excellent and always served hot and fresh. My favorites are the hash and cheese omelette and the Eggs Benedict but, honestly, I don't think you could go wrong with anything off their menu. read more

If you are looking for the cutest little mom and pop breakfast nook, this is it! I stopped in with my husband and son for breakfast and everything was great. Good was good and we loved the home town feel of the place. read more

Disgusting. This (the meat is supposed to be steak) and coffee cost $11. They don't accept cards and I could hear the staff making sexual innuendos about masks. The eggs were fine. I tried the hash brown thinking it was safe because it's obviously frozen but it tasted like nothing but grease. I didn't touch the "steak." read more

Poppy's Restaurant - a plate of breakfast food - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Branford, Connecticut

The real deal in a local diner. Happy, loud, tasty, fun. Go here for the local flavor and the good food

This has become our new Sunday breakfast spot. I was hesitant to write this for fear that people would flock to this hole-in-the-wall eatery. My wife and I fell in love with our first visit. It's a tiny cozy place to get home grown delicious breakfast for a decent price. We love going out for breakfast and trying everyone Eggs Benedict. Poppys benedict didnt disappoint. I also like sweet with savory at every meal so I opt for the specials which usually include eggs, pancakes and breakfast meat. This place is by far my favorite breakfast for fact that we can both get the most expensive item and be less than $20 total I including coffee! read more

Poppy's Restaurant - Eggs Benedict with coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - North Branford, Connecticut

Nice little place. Everyone was welcoming and friendly especially to my two little boys. Service was fast and attentive. I loved it here and can't wait to come back. read more

Can't believe we just found this place after living on the Shoreline for 4 years! Very friendly family that greets you as soon as you walk through the door, making you feel very welcome. Prices are excellent - cash only but there is an ATM right inside. Excellent food and portion sizes that aren't exorbitant, I was actually able to finish my entire meal. We will most definitely be back here soon to enjoy Poppy's again. read more

Extremely rude young girl at cash register. She should not be up front. I have neither been talked to the way she talked to me a paying customer. Everybody else was so helpful. It's a shame she is part of their restaurant read more

This breakfast and lunch local spot is a must try! Delicious food at extremely reasonable prices. Family owned you will love the homey atmosphere and the service too! If you live in this neighborhood or are in the area make a stop! It's great! read more

Amazing breakfast food and such a feel good atmosphere. The service was great, the chef was very nice and everyone thanked us when we left. Great little hidden gem for breakfast and very affordable! Cash only fyi. read more

This place should be closed for sat at dirty table I asked for it to be washed and she said I did with coffee stain and ketchup and egg on table you are a blind waitress. I then used to have several elderly friend who used to get charged more then the menu and the owner said we changed our prices to them but me at about 60 years old get charged what the menu says and I am not the first review about this. I then heard the cooks talking really dirty and sexual. Stay far very far away from this place and go to the much better Hidden Kitchen right up the road two minutes and that chef is CIA trained there and not rude when I asked about charging elderly people more and said I heard your dirty conversations with your employees thanks my business is going to other local breakfast spots and I'll spread the word everywhere about this crooked thing read more

Nice little breakfast joint, homestyle meals and a very friendly local crowd. Not much seating so if you arrive late on a Sunday expect to wait. Oh and they share the parking lot with the post office so if you go on a Saturday you might have to park a lot farther up the lot. Cash only.. read more

Poppy's is a great diner with a great atmosphere. The staff is friendly, funny, very attentive. We came here hungover after a wedding and they were a ray of sunshine to our party. I will be coming back the next time I'm in the area read more

Amazing! This restaurant is the most friendly place in the world! The food is low priced, the staff are very welcoming and the food is so good. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who likes eating! read more

While in Connecticut for a softball tournament at a nearby complex my boyfriend and I stumbled upon Poppy's. We pleasantly surprised to find out there wasn't a crazy wait to get a table. The second we walked in and we were greeted by Poppy himself and the kind waitresses. Our drink orders were taken immediately and our food shortly after that. Within 5 minutes our food, (eggs Benedict and two eggs over easy with bacon, hash browns and toast) was on the table and still burning hot! Everything was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was so friendly and made us feel so comfortable. Poppy seemed like someone I would want to be best friends with. I love everything about this place and can't wait to return next time we are here. read more

A local favorite of my whole family. It is a little reminiscent of "Cheers" where everyone knows your name. The owners are wonderful people who really are serious about giving you a great dining experience in a totally relaxed environment. Everything is cooked to order. My grandson loves their chocolate chip pancakes and hash browns while I like the poached eggs and beacon. Try it for yourself. You might join the other regular patrons that frequent this unique restaurant. read more

If you need a place for a fast, modestly priced, home style breakfast in NoBra, Poppy's hits the bid. Decor and vibe is circa Aunt Bea's back in 1956. If you ever ate at a Woolworth's lunch counter, you'll feel a little nostalgic. Service could not be nicer. You actually feel like you know the people and they are super accommodating of kids. There really is a Poppy and he makes a mean chocolate milk. Menu is standard breakfast fare: bacon and eggs, pancakes, French toast, coffee. Poached eggs over cb hash was good, as were M&M pancakes. Bacon, egg and cheese on a hard roll is solid. There is a lunch menu but haven't tried it. Would give 3.5 *'s if possible. read more

Stopped here for breakfast. Wasn't greeted. That's ok. Sat ourselves at a dirty table. Still ok. A woman cleaned off the table and brought us coffees. Waited for menus. Finally ordered breakfast. Asparagus omelet and a Western omelet. Both with bacon on the side. Waitress lost our order. Not ok. So a rush was put on to get our food out. I guess that's why my egg wasn't cooked. Sooo not ok. Not sure but quite possibly the worst breakfast I've ever had. Had to get up and ask for forks. (Asked once already) Forgot our bacon, so we got it deep fried. Can't say we would ever go back. read more

This is a quaint and friendly place for breakfast. The food and service is great. Reasonably priced and the staff is so welcoming!

I *love* Poppy's Restaurant. I've only been several times, but each time has been an absolute delight. The employees are so warm and welcoming, and the food always hits the spot. It's also hard to go wrong with bottomless coffee - which is a great deal in and of itself - but combined with the great breakfast options it's hard to imagine why anyone would go elsewhere for a great breakfast. They have something to satisfy any craving you may have in the morning - from pancakes to omelets, with lots of variety in between. Looking forward to bringing friends and family to try this place out! read more

Stopped in for breakfast. The staff was warm and welcoming. Eggs Benedict was excellent. 5 stars

Great little place off the beaten path for a quick breakfast bite or lunch. I've been going here with my family now for 3 years, any my girlfriends family, even longer.. It's kind of a staple, and what I really love about this place is the "mom and pop" feel and service, which is great for a cozy coffee shop. Give them a try if you are in the area. read more

I've been going to poppys for at least 20 yrs the service is always great the food is just like my grandmas and the prices are right the atmosphere is always delightful I love this place !! read more

Local spot with your standard breakfast/diner fair. Food was average (we had omelets that were ok). Coffee was blah, but bottomless. Service was average, but very friendly. read more