Scratch Baking

I will warn you though, if you ever get avocado on your sandwich it's almost always crunchy and not…read moreripe. I'm so shocked that they feel fine cutting into it and putting it on a sandwich when you clearly can hardly cut through it.

Been to this deli many times and every time I have had nothing but great food and service. Please…read morekeep up the good work.. Cant wait to eat there again.

BEC with SPK. So good!

Same BEC.

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Happy Shack

4.8(4 reviews)

2.4 mi

10/10!! It's been a long time coming and SO worth it!! Happy Shack was everything I'd hoped it…read morewould be! The perfect spot for a bite after golf and day at the park. Portions are massive!! Talk about bang for you buck! Not to mention everything was fresh, tasty, and quick to come out. If you don't believe me, test it out for yourself- you won't regret it! Thanks Happy Shack!!

Stopped by to pick up a couple breakfast sandwiches. Decided on a Bacon Egg and Cheese sandwich…read moreand the Breakfast Melt with bacon. Both were good. The double egg is a nice touch as most places only give you one egg. As I was waiting for my order 3 different people came back because their orders were wrong. I'd say check before leaving as the girl working the register seems new and perhaps needs more training. Or maybe they are still Working through the kinks of a new business. I'll be back to try some of their lunch offerings.

Bacon Egg Cheese

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Breakfast melt

Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe

3.6(76 reviews)

1.9 mi

It's no wonder why Nardelli's gets voted as Best in CT. Whether you get a whole or a half, hot or…read morecold, their grinders are outstanding, served fresh, and are always right for any appetite. With 14+ locations, you are sure to find an award winning lunch combo near you. Can't recommend them enough. The line begins with Nardelli's, and everyone else is a distant second here in CT. #Facts.

Was here yesterday for only the second time. I believe one of the measures of a great deli is…read moretheir tuna and chicken salads. This time I was in the mood for tuna salad, and it didn't disappoint. It was everything I think tuna salad should be, so fresh and tasty (they use yellowfin tuna, which is a tastier fish than the typical albacore tuna you usually find in a deli or grocery store), and obviously a lot of thought and care was put into making it. If you're a fan of tuna salad, you will go crazy over Nardelli's version. Add a bag of chips and you'll be in heaven!

Nardelli's Boneless BBQ Rib Sandwich, served with their own Black Cherry brand soda - an outstanding combo for lunch.

This is what I actually ordered

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Tomato, Mozzarella, and Chicken Cutlet

Mike's Italian Deli & Grill

4.8(70 reviews)

2.0 mi

In addition to our great sandwiches, what stood out after visiting Mike's was the customer service…read more Ordering online was easy and our food was ready when we arrived to pick it up. The lady who greeted me was super friendly. Their menu includes hot and cold sandwiches, breakfast, and Italian meals. I enjoyed my grilled chicken Philly. Sandwiches can come as a roll or a sub. The bread was very fresh and soft. Mike's is located in a small plaza just off the Boston Post Road.

"Spread your wings for New Orleans Kentucky bluebird, fly…read moreaway And take a message to Michael" (Dionne Warwick) Quite a few of Mike's Yelp reviews mention their fantastic customer service, and that claim was proven the minute we crossed the threshold into their deli. We were greeted by a big smiling face that seemed genuinely happy to see us, and made us feel at ease as if we were long lost relatives. What a welcoming experience for our first time here. Mike's is an old school Italian deli, with quite a few breakfast specials that are incredibly priced. For example, how about an egg on a roll for $3.25 or hash browns for a buck? Hell, the most expensive breakfast item on their entire menu is $9.50 for three eggs, home fries, toast and breakfast meat! After breakfast, you can function on lunch because Mike's offers plenty of hot and cold sandwiches, hot and cold sides, paninis, salads, soups and Italian lunches and dinners. The most expensive thing on the entire menu is a Chicken Parmigiano dinner for $15.95. We ordered some food to go, and we walked out with a bag and box of food for $34.24 after tax. Our order included a Ham and Cheese on a roll ($9.25), Ziti with Chicken Parmigiano Lunch ($10.95), fresh Garden Salad ($9.95), and two chocolate chip cookies ($2). As we were waiting for the food, we witnessed a parade of lunch customers coming in for their to-go orders. Many of the customers were obvious regulars and they were addressed by name by the staff. That was pretty cool to see. We split the sandwich for lunch, and it was a very good sandwich with plenty of high-quality deli ham and cheese, fresh lettuce and tomatoes and onions, and a very fresh hard roll. For dinner, we attacked the salad, chicken parm and ziti, and a hunk of fresh buttered Italian bread that came with the chicken and ziti. The salad was excellent, with plenty of fresh lettuce, grape tomatoes, halved cucumber slices, black olives, and cheddar cheese shreds. The chicken parm/ziti lunch was a pretty good portion that we easily split. Ziti, sauce, cubed breaded chicken cutlets, all with a blanket of marinara sauce and cheese. We had it for dinner and it was very good, as was the Italian bread that came with it. The proverbial icing on the cake wasn't a cake at all, but two chocolate chip cookies, made fresh every morning by Mike himself. What a sweet way to finish off our wonderful experience with Mike's Italian Deli & Grill. This was an easy FIVE STAR review for customer service, value, variety, and product quality.

Turkey L & T on a roll

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Salad, Lunch chicken parm with ziti, and 2 chocolate chip cookies made this morning.

Dogtown

4.5(176 reviews)

1.7 mi

Dogtown is the Northeast cheat code for satisfying a serious In-N-Out craving. If you know, you…read moreknow. My go-to order is the Dogtown Burger with two patties, extra cheese, no lettuce or tomato, grilled onions cooked well done, and plenty of Dogtown spread. Pair that with well-done fries topped with two slices of American cheese, spread, and grilled onions, and you've basically unlocked a full California-style burger experience without leaving the East Coast. The Bethel location really nails the vibe. They grill the patties in mustard and serve fresh, snappy green chilies on the side, just like the classic West Coast spots. It's the little details that make it feel authentic. Milford is excellent too, but Bethel gets the edge for those extra touches. The meat is consistently fresh, the burgers are messy in the best way possible, and the fries hit that perfect balance of crispy, cheesy, and indulgent. If you're chasing that Animal Style flavor in the Northeast, Dogtown absolutely delivers.

Not your standard hot dog stand in the best way. Friendly quick service. Lots to choose from not…read moreonly for hot dogs but burgers, more and great sides. Will make this a regular stop!

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Onion Rings

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Greek Spot Cafe And Grill

4.3(297 reviews)

1.4 mi

So happy to have found this spot we were desperately looking for a Greek spot that was open and…read morehere she was! Located right next to the beach with plenty of seating inside and out with a huge menu full of options for even the pickiest of eaters My partner and I ordered gyros of course but others with us ordered salads, beet wraps, and other unique menu items. Everyone was happy with their choices This was an amazing call Service here was super friendly and good came out quick

What a fantastic little place in a quaint little beach community! It's not too far off i95 for…read moretravelers looking for a break in a sweet little spot. You can eat inside, outside, or across the street on the beach. They offer to go containers and I only wish the glass case were easier to see inside as I likely would have bought more for home but wasn't able to see what they had - the glass was foggy / covered / really couldn't tell. Highly recommend!

Indoor seating

Cilantro feta fries

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New Yorkers love the ability to have a wonderful meal and fall in love with one of the homes for sale in the area

DiBella's Subs

3.6(130 reviews)

2.0 mi

We were in town and decided to give this place a try. When we pulled in, the parking lot--and the…read morerestaurant itself--were empty, but the atmosphere immediately stood out. It has a classic diner feel with booths and neon signs, and the aroma of freshly baked bread filled the space. The service was fast and I really appreciated that. I ordered a mini sandwich with turkey, Swiss, banana peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, mayo, and mustard on wheat bread. My husband got the chicken Philly, and we also picked up an oatmeal raisin cookie. We couldn't wait and ended up eating the cookie first--it was delicious: soft, slightly gooey in the middle, and not overly sweet. My turkey sandwich was delightful. The bread had just the right amount of firmness on the outside while staying soft inside, giving it a great texture. My husband's chicken Philly was even better--warm, well-seasoned chicken with perfectly sautéed peppers. Overall, we really enjoyed our visit and would happily come back to try more sandwiches. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!

Very disappointed with my last visit. We ordered the chicken Philly with a bunch of toppings only…read moreto get it home to find the bread was stale, most of the toppings were missing. Oops happens not a big deal. This is where it gets bad. We called to discuss with the MOD and she said she would email us a credit / gift card to use. She said to expect it the next day. 3 days later we still have not received the card. I recommend you purchase lunch at other sub shops.

DiBella's 5" mini sub. Featuring our classic turkey sub on sesame bread and our famous Godfather sub on everything bread.

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Godfather sub on everything bread

Cafe Atlantique

3.8(256 reviews)

0.2 mi

I have been to this place so many times that I have lost count. Whenever I am in Milford, this is a…read moreplace that I stop by. Parking is a bit challenging as it has very limited street parking. However, there is a train station parking right across. The place itself is pretty large. There is an area to order food with Menu choices written on the chalkboard behind the counter. There is seating in the front and then there's seating in the back as well as a small private room, which is not very private as there is always a group sitting in there. There is also additional seating outside and sometimes there are musicians who play to the aidience. The food itself, specially the crepes are awesome. Service is prompt and overall a good artsy vibe to the place.

Great coffee shop with a welcoming vibe. The latte, cappuccino , chocolate crepes and the almond…read morecroissant were delicious. Service was excellent. It can take a bit longer when busy but worth the wait.

Turkey, egg & cheese on ciabatta.

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Dirty chai ($5)

Cutting Wedge

4.5(42 reviews)

2.7 mi

I ordered two grinders (#1 and #2), and the food was amazing. The hot honey sub was elite…read moredefinitely a standout. The service was outstanding as well. The two guys working there made me feel very welcome, took the time to explain the menu, and even had a genuine conversation with me. They also gave me a free mac salad, which was super fresh and refreshing. Overall, a great experience I'll definitely be back soon!

Really excellent food. Pretty large portions…read more This is all I had all day so far and I'm still not hungry. That was at noon and it's 7pm. Service was fast. It couldn't have been more than five minutes. I got a bag of chips to munch on while my sandwiches made because I was super hungry and I thought it would take longer, but my sandwich was out before I knew it. I got the chicken sandwich that has the coleslaw and the pickles on it. I think it was just called chicken cutlet? I don't remember, but it was delicious. I didn't know what bread to pick so I got it on a hard roll, which was one of the options. If I come through again, I would definitely stop here.

Deli area

House Salad

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Arugula Salad

Lasse's Restaurant

4.2(212 reviews)

1.7 mi

The fried shrimp and scallops were the best I've ever had, and I've eaten scallops live off a…read morePeconic beach (before the red tide). I've also had sweet red shrimp caught the same day in Florida ,and always buy mine fresh from Nordic Seafood, and these are as masterly. Someone stopped by our table at least every 10 minutes to ask how we were doing. On a life scale of perfection, this place hits all the marks.

I have always driven by this restaurant and wanted to try it. Glad we stopped this weekend for…read morelunch. This place has been around forever. Honestly the decor is no frills but it is the type of place where the locals all stop in. The menu is extensive and you can get a sandwich, salad, soup or entree and it is all really good. We started with the New England Chowder and it was really good. Very flavorful!! For my meal I had the pot roast meal and it was really good. My girlfriend had the chicken parmigiana with pasta and she really enjoyed it. I will definitely be back to try some of the sandwiches on the menu. We really enjoyed this place. By the way, the waitress was really good. She took our order and ensured we were well taken cared of.

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Wow! So yummmy!

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Lauren M.

9 years ago

Scratch Baking is our neighborhood bakery, and in addition to our love of visiting them frequently for breakfast pizza, and their offerings at the weekly farmer's market, we loved having their desserts at our wedding. My husband and I were married at the New Haven Lawn Club in June 2017 and couldn't imagine using anyone else for our dessert needs. We didn't want to opt for the traditional wedding cake, so we ordered ten different bite-sized desserts and an apple crumb pie for our 'pie cutting.' Our guests LOVED the dessert options, and we couldn't be happier. Leslie and her team take such care in their craft, and even brought back an item they stocked during Easter for us, just because we needed it at the wedding (the carrot cake cookie is so good!). What's more, being Milford residents ourselves, we felt great supporting a local business - and one that blows away the competition! read more

Paul K.

11 years ago

I think it really takes a well rounded small business to do alot of things well. I have found that in this business. I have been a patron since they first opened when I worked in Milford. It was just a chance finding as we were going to the train station and saw the sign. Having tried everything from pastries to bread to pizza, I havent had a bad snack yet. Their evolution into multiple baked products as well as Creme Brulee and flourless cake speak to the quality of what they do. I now work in Middletown Ct, and travel the country. Their pasteries come with me to PA, IL, MI and Kentucky and my customers always have rave reviews as well. read more

Leron J.

2 years ago

Scratch Baking is a gem for breakfast lovers! Their selection of baked goods is impressive, with everything from muffins to croissants made fresh each day. But for me, the real standout is their scones. These are truly next-level--perfectly crumbly on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside, with just the right balance of sweetness. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or treating yourself to a leisurely breakfast, Scratch Baking makes it worth every visit. Highly recommend it for anyone in search of quality morning treats! read more

Jason P.

11 years ago

I love Scratch! Their baked goods are almost as sweet as everyone that works there! Scratch's deserts isn't the only thing that keeps me coming back though. My personal favorite is their AMAZING breakfast pizza. They have a variety for anyone willing to give it a try! Usually pizza is pizza to me but not in this case. Add their delicious coffee to the mix and you got yourself a great day ahead of you. So if you find yourself near by "scratching" for something sweet, stop by Scratch Baking and I guarantee you'll love it! read more

Paulie O.

11 years ago

This tiny shop has evolved into the premier bakery in Milford, the owner Lesli and her staff are incredible. All their products are superb, but I really am a sucker for the ciabatta bread, so light on the inside with a nice crunchy crust. If you are traveling on the I-95 or Merritt Parkway, stop in you will not be disappointed....also this time of the year they have a Saturday Farmers Market in their parking lot. read more

Nessa E.

10 years ago

I am a scratch baker myself but there are times I don't have time or desire so this is my go to place . Omg the breakfast pizza rocks but do yourself a favor and get there by 9:30 because it's a scratch bakery supplies are limited. You don't want to miss out. For a baker They are like the doctors Doctor lol love love love them.... Milford's best kept secret!!!! read more

Julia S.

8 years ago

We love scratch baking! While they may be on the expensive side of things sometimes, it's always completely worth it! My husband is in love with their monkey bread and I think their scones and muffins are to die for! Their new location is so great now that they have all the seating and extended menu to cater to the lunch and breakfast crowd! read more

Kristin R.

11 years ago

My absolute favorite bakery in CT! I was stopping in so often they knew my usual :-) Staff is very friendly and the muffins, scones, and cookies are to die for!! I highly reccomend the Apple cider muffin! I'm so disappointed work took me to the other end of the state! Scratch was definitely one of the best things about working in Milford! read more

Kate M.

8 years ago

Always checking Instagram to see what new treats are available, I love the constant updates and time put into keeping in touch with their customers. Foods excellent and the staff is great. Very excited about the new location but I've been enjoying this bakery even since the previous location. Highly recommend! read more

Kelley O.

11 years ago

Scratch Baking is our favorite bakery! The red velvet cupcakes, the bread pudding muffins, the monkey bread muffins . . . I could go on and on. No better place to go for some treats, breads, special order cakes. Easy for us to get to - right in downtown Milford - but worth a trip from anywhere. read more

Diane S.

9 years ago

Once you go you won't go anywhere else! OMG is the best way to describe the pastries, breads and breakfast pizza. My favorite is the cinnamon Scone. Like no other! Moist and addictive. Please try the cranberry walnut bread. You won't be disappointed. Really Love this place. read more

Dawn C.

137

7 months ago

This is my favorite bakery of all time. Everything is so fresh. They have so many items to choose from. Some of the must tries are the bacon egg and cheese sandwiches on Tuesdays, the breakfast pizza slices and the cheddar and chive biscuits. read more

Phillip M.

8 years ago

Ordered cookie trays for clients the last two years. They all rave about them! Delicious baked goods. The employees here are all so engaged and enthusiastic. Love this place read more

Michelle S.

11 years ago

I just ate the most amazing carrot cake cupcake that my boyfriend picked up for us. We all enjoyed it. I look forward to visiting this bakery. Thank and Happy Easter. read more

Lisa M.

5 years ago

This is a one of a kind place! Excellent is all I can say. Very easy to get to and the food is outstanding. Everyone I sent there loves this place read more

Robert K.

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9 years ago

New location is great. Lunch food additions are amazing, with great new drink/coffee options as well. A good thing is now even better!

Jocelin C.

8 years ago

Fantastic! Delicious sweets and ciabatta bread to die for! So happy to see this local business thriving in downtown Milford!

Duane B.

11 years ago

Just as they say. It is by far the best bake shop for miles around. They make doggy biscuits for my beastie

Christian J.

10 years ago

Been getting their bread for my wife every Saturday morning since they opened. Be sure to get there early!

Kaleigh C.

3 years ago

Such a nice place the staff is so friendly and welcoming! Will be coming here for my morning coffee fix!

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