Sara J&#x27;s

Great food. Great atmosphere! Nice addition to downtown!…read more Cant wait to go again. Thank you for all your hard work

Service and food is excellent ! Beautiful place!…read moreCoffee is great and different flavors

Counter

Catch a Red Eye with Pancakes & Bacon

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Cobb Salad

Caseus Provisions

4.8(57 reviews)

1.2 mi

I came for a gift for a life long friend. She and I are both cheese enthusiasts. Caseus Provisions…read moredid not disappoint. What a lovely shop and my friend, well she showcased your cheese with her family. Love coming here for the exceptional smalltown vibe and world class cheese. Well done all of you!!

I stopped in the other day for a toasted cheese with tomato soup, which was delicious! I could…read moreonly eat about half of it so I took the rest home for dinner I added tomatoes and bacon to my sandwich, which was a little oily from the pesto despite my not being able to taste it. The place is cute, the stairs at the entrance are lethal, so take care going in and out. There is a small seating area in front and no lot, but room to park on the street. I poked around a bit while I waited for my order, the cheeses were unique and pricey as they are at every cheese shop I've visited, I may be back for some.

Menu as of april 2024

Grilled cheese

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The classic

Six One Nine Supper Club

4.4(106 reviews)

0.4 mi

Was in the area and wanted to try something new. Started with just wanting a martini and ended up…read moresnacking, desserts, and coffee. Small intimate dining/bar area. Bartender super friendly and attentive. Happy hour did not disappoint. Food was absolutely amazing, we'll have to pop back for entrees. Once we posted we were there a handful of friends raved that they go all the time and we can see why.

Absolutely love this place. The service is always top notch,…read moreas are the food and drinks. It's a cozy restaurant with a lot of warmth. Our server was knowledgeable of gluten free options on the menu, which was great. They start every table with potato chips and a yummy aioli, truly addicting! For food, the filet mignon was perfection. A previous time I came, they had shrimp and scallops in a saffron cream with wild rice and market vegetables and it was DIVINE! The menu does change so that dish wasn't listed this recent time that we went. It would be amazing if they brought it back as a permanent dish!!! For drinks, I loved by Buzzin in Bikini Bottom cocktail! It is my favorite! My fiancé liked the Negroni and Julep as well, but loved my drink above those. I'd definitely recommend going to Six One Nine for a date night or dinner outing!

Bar Area

Grilled octopus- special

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Spicy Margarita with Tahin rim

Bones and Botanicals

4.9(19 reviews)

1.7 mi

I just visited Bones & Botanicals for their grand re-opening weekend. Although I love Bones &…read moreBotanicals, my biggest complaint about the old location was that it was a little too small. The new location is much larger and it's so close to The Gilded Curtain. I was so happy to see Jeremy & Sarah, the new space, all of the new decor, and the new menu. After exploring all of the witch decor, I pulled up a seat at the bar and perused the menu. Since my last visit, I have actually given up alcohol. This is no problem at Bones & Botanicals: they have plenty of non-alcoholic options. Throughout my visit, I enjoyed the mocktails "Apple of my Chai" (chai tea, housemade apple cider concentrate, lemon, topped w/ ginger beer), "Azurite" (cold brew lavender tea, housemade blueberry syrup & lemon juice, club soda), and "The Little Sister Maiden" (butterfly pea tea, housemade syrup w/ butterfly pea tea, lavender & vanilla, lemon juice, topped w/ club soda). I enjoyed them all, but the latter was my favorite. In addition to being very flavorful, they also had great presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the new Bones & Botanicals and I think that the Gliddens are going to do very well here! I highly recommend a visit to either of their establishments!

I love a good speakeasy visit! This bar is accessible via the code on their website. Very spooky!…read more It's small but there are so many different seating options. The bar has a few seats, a high top, and some seats. I loved the coffee table, the green glow was so cool. The teas and syrups are amazing there are so many options. Food options are very limited, either hummus and chips or a veggie plate if I remember correctly. Service was great! The one bartender held it down when things got hella busy. I got a blueberry no-jito and it was so refreshing.

Interior - July 2026

Witchcraft decor

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"Smoked Thyme Infused Old Fashion" (bourbon, thyme syrup, angostura bitters) before being smoked

Brunch House

4.7(72 reviews)

8.6 mi

I thought this place was really good! We enjoyed everything on our plates and my favorite was the…read morestrawberry Nutella crepes. Definitely would go back.

This was our first time here. I loved the look and vibe of this place. The waitress was super…read morefriendly. The food was delicious. My food ordered the everything spiced avocado toast. I order the bacado. I also ordered the coconut almond French toast for the table. I will definitely be there.

Clean and cozy interior

The B.A.E

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Bacon egg and cheese

Le Jardin Café

4.0(59 reviews)

I came here for lunch and had a fabulous omelette it was called the Parisian. My friend had the…read moreavocado toast with tomato and micro greens. I love the decor as well staff was friendly our girl I think was new . . Definitely recommend it for a place to do work or meet friends for lunch or breakfast. I wish they had a few more sandwich options. But it was very good . Indoor and outdoor seating Enjoy

This place is beautiful Wonderful menu of French café dishes and a fun selection of lattes and…read moreother drinks. I ordered the Cherry Blossom latte and a Parisenne omelette. The potatoes and omelette were perfectly seasoned and fresh tasting! Really upscale atmosphere with the flowers and art everywhere. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. I am really looking forward to a return visit to try more things like the crepes!

The Lil Deb

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The inside

The Eatery

4.7(287 reviews)

0.4 mi

Great food and coffee! They accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions including Gluten Free…read moreoptions. I tried a honey cinnamon iced latte on this visit and it was delicious! Friendly staff and great service.

It has taken me way too long to write this review, but I only recently started reviewing some of…read morethe places I've loved over the years, and The Eatery absolutely deserves one. When I lived in Wallingford for about three years, The Eatery became one of my places. I would stop in for breakfast before work, or someone from my team would make the breakfast run. At least once a month, we had to have an Eatery morning. We ordered lunch from here too, so over time this little place became part of our routine. When I eventually left Wallingford, my team actually bought me my last breakfast sandwich from The Eatery before I left. It sounds like such a small thing, but it was honestly bittersweet because they knew how much I loved this place. And years later? It's still just as good. One of the biggest reasons The Eatery has always stood out to me is the customer service. Everyone I've encountered has been sweet, polite and welcoming, but I especially have to mention Sam. Over the years, she became one of those people who made you feel like more than just another customer. She genuinely got to know her regulars. There were times I'd place my order online and it felt like she already knew I was coming. I'd walk through the door and she'd have everything ready. She has always been incredibly kind, caring and attentive, not only with me, but with the customers around her as well. That kind of customer service is something you remember. My son has been eating their food since he was around one year old, and he STILL loves it. Now whenever we're back in Connecticut for his appointments, my mom will ask, "Can we please stop at The Eatery?". Sometimes we're able to make it and sometimes we're not, but this past Friday we finally did. I ordered my favorite kind of breakfast: a bacon, egg & cheese on a pretzel roll. SO GOOD. The pretzel roll with the warm egg, bacon and melted cheese is such a perfect combination. My mom ordered her bacon, egg & cheese on ciabatta, and my son had one as well. Although apparently his wasn't enough, because he ended up stealing mine. Apparently Mom's food always tastes better. I also tried what I believe was their watermelon mint refresher/tea, which was refreshing and perfect with breakfast, while my mom had a caramel coffee that she absolutely loved. And please don't think they're only a breakfast spot. Their lunch is just as good. I used to order their salads all the time during work, and they were always incredibly fresh. In fact, my coworkers were notorious for wanting some of my salad because they knew where it came from. Everything always tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared rather than like something that had been sitting around. Another thing I love is seeing how much this place has grown. I remember what it was like when I first discovered it, and coming back years later and seeing what they've created is wonderful. They've added so much personality while somehow keeping the same warm feeling and the same wonderful people. The atmosphere is adorable. It's bright, clean, modern and welcoming, with tons of beautiful greenery, hanging plants, warm wood tones, woven light fixtures and fun pops of color. The big "Hello Wallingford!" mural is such a cute touch. There are little details everywhere, but it doesn't feel overdone, it has that relaxed neighborhood café feeling where you can grab your food and go or just enjoy being there. I also love how they change things up for the seasons and different occasions. They always seem to have something fun going on, especially around fall and the holidays, and I believe they offer catering as well. Funny enough, before I discovered The Eatery, I had driven past it so many times without realizing what I was missing. Once I finally stopped in, it became somewhere I went for years. If you live in Wallingford, you need to try this place. And honestly, even if you're coming from North Haven, New Haven or elsewhere in the area, make the drive. It's worth it. I may not live in Connecticut anymore, but whenever we're back in the area, The Eatery is still one of those places my family wants to stop. The food is delicious, the ingredients taste fresh, the atmosphere is beautiful, and most importantly the people have remained just as kind and welcoming as I remember them. Some restaurants are simply places you eat. The Eatery became part of my memories of living in Wallingford, and that's probably the best compliment I can give them. Keep telling them they need a second location in another state! Everyone deserves to try how amazing they are

Cashier and coffee counter

Chipotle Roast Beef Melt(substituted with chicken)

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Strawberry watermelon mint agua Fresca

Knuckleheads

4.0(440 reviews)

Driving through CT - need dinner, where you want to go? KNUCKLEHEADS!…read more WOW - great burger, great beer! Worth the stop.

Stopped here for lunch on our way back from powder Ridge Mountain biking. We were looking for some…read moreyummy veggie burgers. They had lots of vegetarian options. And the veggie burgers are Housemade and delicious! Not pictured we also got bang bang cauliflower, which was also very yummy. And they have a special which is corn with brown sugar rub yummy!!

Interior

"Pig Wings" (pork shank meat on the bone with Acapulco Gold and Honey BBQ dipping sauces)

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Bad Sons Beer Company's "Hyrdoponic" (Hazy New England IPA)

Henry's

3.9(96 reviews)

There is a sign on the wall at Henry's that talks about home cooking. Outside I saw another sign…read morepointing to comfort food. Those are perhaps two of the best ways to describe Henry's. He is super friendly. The food super good. It's a small quaint restaurant in the heart of Wallingford that could, if I'm being honest, use a bit of tidying up. That's the only reason I didn't give a 5. It's a bit out of our way but we keep returning and...we'll be back.

Tromped around the Quinnipiac trail with family on an pre-spring Sunday and found Henry's to open…read more Gave it a shot and worth it. Very homey, welcoming, good place for kids. Corned beef hash was special that day and really good with all-day breakfast at 3 pm. Didn't bother with dinner that night, still filled up. Would go back if in the area again.

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Menu (they also have specials on the chalkboard)

Center Street Luncheonette

4.4(131 reviews)

0.5 mi

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It was a great experience. Good food, for prices and friendly service. Servers particularly…read morefriendly and professional.

OMG! this place is the Bomb! I had the monster Bacon Veggie omelette with the bacon on the side!…read more Friendly staff and a traditional cafe with counter and booth seating where you can watch the Maestro at work! Parking on street and behind the restaurant?

Front of building

Hardy breakfast and a side of bacon

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The Pancake

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Amy F.

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17 years ago

I am a regular at Sara J's and I think there food is fantastic. They have the best steamed cheeseburgers and chicken wraps that I have ever tasted. My favorite is the buffalo chicken wrap. You can get breakfast all day there. The home fries are out of this world. You can also get awesome cupcakes there made by Sara herself. There is a different flavor everyday. The fact that they extended hours on Thursday and Friday is fantastic so I can now get a steamed cheeseburger for dinner. The service is great there. Yay Sara J's we love you guys. read more

laurie v.

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17 years ago

I love Sara J's. The Steamed Cheeseburgers are delicious. You can get them on a hard roll or in a wrap with your favorite toppings.They also have chicken and hot dogs too. They aim to please. The breakfast food is delicious too. I usually get their huge pancakes they make and home fries. The breakfast sandwiches, Omlettes, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, ham, and the prices are reasonable too. They open late on Thursday and fridays and have specials going on...Even my friend from California loves going there when she visits. read more

Selim S E.

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12 years ago

Great little place by my house. Good to get a fast breakfast and coffee. Good job Sara

Sara J's - burgers - Updated September 2026

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