Puffins Restaurant

Each of the orders at our table (4) came out at different times, including one order almost 10…read moreminutes later than the rest. My eggs were cold, but the waffle was delicious. This is my third visit there and each time the service has been "spotty" mostly due to the kitchen unable to produce the meals in a timely manner. There is a tall step to get into the restaurant, so don't plan to eat there if you are in a wheelchair.

Where do I start?!?!? The service ladies are welcoming,…read morebubbly and friendly!!!! The environment is set for what you anticipate with music at the perfect volume. THE FOOD IS BEYOND MERE WORDS!! The only problem is... Trying to decide what to eat! So we went there 2 days in a row!!!

Art on the wall

Lemon blueberry waffle

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When Pigs Fly

4.3(224 reviews)

3.2 mi

First visit. Ordered there for takeout, so I didn't pay attention to atmosphere…read more Waiter was helpful and patient. My wife enjoyed the turkey club wrap but I lived the burger. Got real medium rare meat and paid extra for bacon, mushrooms and cheese. Was offered raw or sautéed onions too got them cooked. The meat was appropriately seasoned, but the real flavor bomb was also due to the very generous extras... no skimping. It was a delightful burger on a tasty bun. My 1 criticism is there were no napkins included and I didn't think to ask for any. Messy, delicious burger! I recommend you check them out. I'll be back.

This is my favorite diner in the country. The food and portion are all amazing. The servers are…read morealways so friendly and attentive. I love the self serve coffee bar, and the coffee is actually really good. If I didn't live in the west coast, this would be the kind of place I'd want to be at every weekend. It's a great casual diner vibe that makes me want to go back to every time I'm in the area.

Interior

Breakfast club

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Specials

Norm's Diner

4.5(404 reviews)

0.4 mi

Just moved up to Connecticut from Florida and had to find a new breakfast spot... and wow, Norms…read moreDiner absolutely blew me away. Hands down the best breakfast I've ever had -- and I don't say that lightly. Everything was fresh, cooked perfectly, and you can tell they actually care about quality. The portions were great, the vibe was classic diner comfort, and the service made it even better. If you're anywhere nearby, this place is 100% worth it. Definitely my new go-to spot. Also , Steven the owner is amazing.

I do love a diner. I think it goes back to being a kid and spinning around on one of those counter…read moreseats while the cook chatted up my mom. :D Whatever the reason, I am always on the look out for a true diner experience and Norm's has it. The parking lot is 'smallish' on the right side of the building and flows right to left in one direction, so be sure to look for the 'enter' sign. There are three steps up into the diner so be aware of that if you have difficulty using steps. Also, the restroom is tiny: like so small the sink is about a foot long by half as much wide, small. We stop in here on our trips out to Groton. Last visit we stopped for a late breakfast/early lunch. I ordered a coffee and it came in a nice big mug and is a mellow blend with a smooth finish. There are photo descriptions on the table of what your eggs will look like based on how you order it, so no surprises. What a great idea. The table holds napkins, hot sauces, salt & pepper, jellies, creamer and sugars. The staff are pleasant. Some are more chatty than others. There are definitely some regulars here each time we visit. The menu has lots of breakfast options but there are no substitutions so you may need to order al a carte or get a different 'meal' option and add-on an item. Just a heads up. They have plenty of toast options including English muffins. The lunch menu is a variety of sandwiches and burgers. Fries are tasty. Lettuce and tomato on your sandwiches are fresh. I can't think of a single disappointment we've had here. If you are in the area and enjoy a nice diner experience, stop in to Norm's.

Restaurant Ambience

Pancake Sandwich

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Muddy Waters Cafe

4.2(280 reviews)

0.6 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

Everything was right about this place. We ate on the sunny porch, then walked a few minutes to the…read moretrain.

I got a s'mores iced latte ($7) and it was made in about 5 mins. The drink was made pretty well…read morewith a good chocolate and coffee balance. It was sweet but not overly sweet. I also got a cheese danish and they said they would toast it for me, unfortunately they seemed to have forgotten it and after about 15 mins I had to ask again and the warmed one up immediately. Minus that hiccup it was a decent cafe.

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Washington Street Coffee House

4.1(189 reviews)

0.8 mi

#31 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more Great place to study and grab a drink! They have a bunch of seating, not only for studying but also to catch up with friends. I got the honey lavender iced latte and it was good. I wish it was a little more flavorful and strong, but overall it was okay. They have a lot of other classic coffee shop drinks, food, and pastries. The barista that served me was friendly. Note: there is a small parking lot

Recently revisited Washington Street Cafe with my partner recently. The iced latte was delicious…read moreand the breakfast burrito was good too, but we weren't big fans of the cold Italian sandwich. Vibe inside is cute and quiet with people working on laptops or in notebooks. Decent amount of seating but I've seen it fully packed certain times of day.

Matcha latte, photo of interior of the restaurant

Lox Bagel

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Honey lavender iced latte ($5)

The Yolk Café

4.1(440 reviews)

2.5 mi

Quality real food is cooked just for you. Specials vary so go with what's happening that day. Take…read moreyour time and enjoy!

Visited Mitchell College (4-12-2026) for baseball games and a school security officer recommended…read moreThe Yolk Cafe for breakfast. He hit a home run! This is truly an interesting place, run by several left-over hippies that truly enjoy what they are doing. The vibe is warm, friendly, and welcoming. Take time, look around, and enjoy at all the items on the walls and counters. 3 things you WILL leave with after visiting The Yolk Cafe....a full stomach; new friends; and a smile from ear to ear! This is 1st on our list for a re-visit when in the New London area.

Counter

Huevos Ranchero

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Maddie

Dry Dock

4.4(7 reviews)

1.3 mi

Long live the Tough Guy, the Eye Opener and other vital breakfast sandwiches that actually make the…read moreCoast Guard Academy run. Seriously, they crank out 30,000 Eye Openers annually- and when you do the math with the size of the cadet corps, that's an insane amount of calories consumed. But aside from that, Mel is a gem, and a positive part of so many cadet's lives. If you want an actual taste of CGA ... this is it.

Beyond impressed with the consistency and quality of cuisine for both breakfast and lunch…read more Outstanding breakfast sandwich options, made fresh to order. Mel knows your name and preferred order within 2 visits and will ensure service is quick and with a smile. Small diner-like establishment with seating for about 30 readily available. Quick items like chicken tenders, bagels, eggs, burgers are what they do, and they do it a heck of a lot better than I originally thought!

An average afternoon in the dry dock

Dry Dock in Leamy Hall at the USCGA. Photo taken 2/2012.

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Menu for lunch

Buford's Family Restaurant

4.4(60 reviews)

0.9 mi

This little café is located in an old neighborhood and is decorated with photos of the area through…read morethe ages, including the building this business presently occupies. That's fun. Counter seating is available toward the back of the space, running along a side wall where the grill is located. At the front, by the picture windows, are a few tables. As soon as we entered we were greeted and they let us know we could sit where we'd like. They also let us know the Reubens were very good here if we like those. We do like those, so that's what we got. Sandwiches here come with a bag a chips, which I love, because I usually end up taking them with me and look forward to snacking on them later. :) The restaurant is manned by the cook and one waitress. Both are very personable. The tables are set and waiting for guests. Everything is clean and tidy. The table holds your salt, pepper, hot sauce, ketchup, sugar and jelly. I ordered a coffee with cream and she brought cream to the table with the coffee; which is good by the way. We also got waters. The Rueben is Very good here. Thin slices of very lean meat, good flavor profile with the vinegar in the sauerkraut and the creamy dressing. The bread held together perfectly and was grilled without all the grease. Both of which make it much easier to eat the sandwich and enjoy all the flavors and textures. Free on street parking was easy to find. One restroom in the kitchen only is not technically for public use. We will be stopping by again.

Great breakfast spot, best part is that it's just a few minutes from home. Service is always quick…read moreand friendly. You can dine in or take out; it's a bit small inside, so I usually take it to go, but it definitely feels like a very family oriented place. The spot is always packed. My go to is my usual omelette with corned beef hash, and I love the way they name their specials, always a fun and creative way to order breakfast.

Inside

Florentine Benedict with side of bacon and coffee

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Street side parking

Sunrise Cafe

3.7(63 reviews)

0.7 mi

You might wait a little while for your food to come out but I promise you it's worth it. They serve…read morelunch and dinner and breakfast all day and I'm pretty sure it takes so long bc they cook everything to order.. if you want an authentic Latin meal with friendly service this is the place to go

Our waiter Luis was great. We all had American style food but the Peruvian food looked great.read more

Empanadas, breakfast platter, mimosa

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Anchor Dockside

5.0(3 reviews)

5.0 mi

Anchor Dockside is a quaint little cafe and eatery located on the harbor side of Groton Long Point…read more The inside is beautifully designed with antique decor. There's a variety of seating from a full bar top, to four top tables, to reading chairs and couches near a fireplace. They serve breakfast and lunch (+dinner in the summer), but also have milkshakes and an old school soda fountain. For such a small place, the menu is quite big. We stopped by for breakfast and tried the Breakfast Burrito & SS Sausage. They were cooked to order and ready in under 10 minutes. Both were delicious. We were very impressed with Anchor Dockside, and highly recommend! Of note, this is the sister restaurant of Anchor Mystic.

Yes! These folks are awesome. Great menu and the team is very helpful and friendly. The chowder was…read moregreat. they also have gluten options for other items. I had the chicken salad wrap.