My first visit to Radial Coffee was a quick but great experience. I am not in that area often, but…read morefound myself halfway there with free time, so I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to give them a try. I know they are loved by friends who are true coffee experts. It was a very inviting space that seemed quite comfortable and like a good place to hang out. I just ordered my coffee to go today, though. They were incredibly cheerful and friendly. Just great, positive energy in the space overall. I tried one of their fall specials, the cookie butter cold brew. I am picky with cold brew, but this was excellent, and the cookie butter complimented it well. The warm spices and sweetness really worked with the flavor of the cold brew. I also appreciated that Radial is a roaster themselves. I would highly recommend them! Very happy I stopped.

Still good coffee, but not as great as before…read more I go to this specific coffee shop quite a bit. They do a good coffee, and they got a reasonable selection of baked goods. I'm removing a star because the standards seem to be slipping a bit. They switched their bakery and although recently they've been experimenting with their in house baking there's a notable difference between what they outsource and what they make in house. The in house stuff is significantly better in terms of quality and freshness, and although priced high they are usually worth the price. The outsourced items don't seem as fresh and it's hard to justify the prices. The coffee is still balanced between the earthy coffee and the house made flavors for their lattes. The experience has been a bit colder as of late, which is fine if you're grabbing a cup to go, but not if you intend to write some reviews while enjoying a cup. That coupled with the multiple times there's been equipment failures which forced me to go someplace else. I honestly cannot state this is worth the trek to try only because there's a chance you can't get coffee at the cafe. I think it's time for myself to trek for another place. For those who want a good cup of coffee, this place is still good for that. Focus on the house-made stuff, order to go, and enjoy.

Ashlawn Farm Coffee is our favorite coffee shop ever! Twice a year we visit Old Saybrook and always…read moreget our morning coffee from here. They have fun seasonal flavors and an assortment of baked goods! Staff and baristas are fast and our orders are never wrong. It's a cute place conveniently nestled by the train station.

Very friendly and helpful employees. Iced coffee is good. The ice is these tiny little balls- not…read moreideal. Usually have the sausage egg cheese biscuit this is a win. Today got the "whole grain" croissant with ham and cheese. If you want to ruin a croissant make it whole grain. Like what?! Also the ham is cheap deli meat you get at Cisco . Will pass on this next time.

Stopped by for a mocha and a breakfast sandwich. Both were…read morevery good, especially the chocolatey mocha. Service was super friendly and fast. Would stop by again if ever in the area.

I visited Vernon Coffee Roasters. The space is cool. I like that they roast their own beans. When I…read morevisited, the black iced coffee I ordered was about average for a Roaster that also serves drinks. Given its proximity to another place I like, I'm unlikely to go back. But I know some people are big fans. 3 Stars

Perkatory happened to be along our path of travel and has been a coffee shop my wife and I have…read morewanted to check out. The vibes did not disappoint especially for October/Halloween time frame. Although I am done for that vibe all year long and clearly the popularity of Perkatory proves I am not alone. Even being later in the day this place was busy with lots of groups hanging out enjoying the space. Being a coffee roaster they had lots of different beans you could take home too which is always a plus. Besides the vibes, the drinks my wife and I got were fantastic as well! Staff were friendly and drinks took no time whatsoever. My wife went an Iced Lavender Latte (w/ Oat Milk) while I went with a seasonal special of the Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte. Both drinks were well made with a good balance of the addition of the flavors and the espresso. Would definitely return for the overall vibes and drinks. If we were local it would be a spot we would frequently visit! Check them out!

The coffee here is always good. I love the honey lavender late they usually have a gluten free…read moresnack of some sort it is not always the same thing. The service is decent. You order they call you name and you take it to sit or leave whichever you perferfer

I have not heard about this place so needed to go and try it out. On Monday it was empty and so it…read morewas really quick to order. I got their drip coffee and it was solid. The owner said how they roast the beans and it is all organic and I would agree fairly priced for great quality. I also got yo try the dubai chocolaye latte and that was amazing. The place is a nice spot and I would easily go back and try more things. The best roaster/coffee shops in the area and has a case to make it to one of the top places in the state.

This is such a cute coffee shop! We came here on our way out of town one Sunday morning. I ordered…read morea latte and my spouse ordered a drip coffee. Both were delicious. It's clear that they are passionate about good coffee. We also purchased a bag of beans as a gift for a friend, the Three Amigos blend, which is a blend of all Colombian beans. The employees working that morning were super friendly and patient with us as we asked a bunch of questions. The interior of the cafe is cozy, inviting, and bright. We will definitely recommend to our friends!

I really enjoy Gastro Park, it's such a fun, inviting space, for kids and adults alike. They've…read morerecently introduced Alvarium Roasting to Gastro Park. I was tempted to get the very tasty coffee cocktail Pawsh Spice, but decided to try something else off their summer menu. Beary, Well Shaken is an invigorating blend of berry iced tea, fresh lemon juice and sparking water. This sounds very basic, and it's caffeine free, but it's so energizing and truly refreshing, it felt like it's caffeinated. My mom loves their capuccino. It's creamy, rich and delightful. I'm so glad Alvarium Roasting is now at Gastro Park.

The location is great and convenient being in Gastropark however I was disappointed at their…read moredrinks. We got the iced pumpkin spice latte that just tasted like watered down coffee with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Barely any milk, too. The iced caramel latte also wasn't good at all and was very watery. No coffee/espresso flavor in either of the drinks. However, service was quick and the staff was friendly. But I won't be back unfortunately.

Some of the best coffee I've ever had - the chocolate covered beans are amazing too! Would…read moredefinitely recommend checking this place out.

Daybreak is one of the better coffee shops I've been to in Connecticut. I stopped in on a Thursday…read moremorning with my daughter. Despite being busy, it was quiet, there was no line, and the atmosphere was relaxed. The highlight was the scones. We had the chocolate chip and apple cinnamon, and both were outstanding. Easily the best scones I've had. There was plenty of seating, and while the parking lot is large, the space is a bit tight. My only complaints were minor. They charged for a small cup of warm milk for my daughter, which felt unnecessary, and the service was polite but not especially warm. And my blackberry vanilla latte didn't have much of a flavor. It tasted like a regular latte. Still delicious and hit the spot. I'd happily return. The scones alone are worth the visit.

Still great coffee and food, bit of a wait…read more I've come back to this location a few times every year. Standards are still good, food is very good, specialty lattes are a tad sweet but not bad overall. They are well known, but even with the wait they are really good. So long as you're willing to brave the crowds and the lines then it's a great option. Price is a bit high, but so is the quality.

Great spot for breakfast! We were in a bit of a hurry so we…read moredecided to get take-out. We both ordered the veggie omelet served with sourdough bread. We both very satisfied. Eggs were cooked well and enough spinach and tomatoes. The sourdough bread was toasted and buttered in deliciousness. Customer service was great! They were friendly and helpful. Would definitely stop in here when I am in the area!

I've wanted to visit Drum Roll Coffee Roasters for a while, but I'm usually only in Old…read moreWethersfield ("OW") before or after they open. Drum Roll is predominantly a coffee roaster, but they sell some merch as well. They may serve beverages on site, but that doesn't seem to be a focus of the website or store and I was in and out when I visited. I did not see any seating. I bought two things at the small, thin store in OW, and I also recently had cold brew made with Drum Roll coffee at Bake Market in Rocky Hill. The following things stood out. First, the person who helped me, who I assume was the owner, was conversant in coffee terms that matter to me. Sometimes I talk to a store employee about single origins or roast levels, and they don't know what to say. The person who helped me knows coffee and they had a good selection. Second, my Ethiopian Single Origin Beans I used for a home pour over, turned iced coffee, were obviously fresh roasted. You could taste the roast. A coffee can actually be too fresh roasted, and based upon experience, I think some of the listed tasting notes will be more prominent in a few more days. I usually wait 7 to 10 days after the roast date before using coffee. For this reason, putting the roast date on the bag might be a good move. Third, the coffee bag is a high end bag. I buy a lot of craft coffee over the internet. Some places try to have useful bags, and some places try to save money on bags. Drum Roll has a ziplock style seal that makes keeping coffee fresh easier. Their bag is on par with other top places. Fourth, Drum Roll serves canned cold coffee. I'm not sure if they rotate their offerings. I bought one snap chilled Papua New Guinea Cold Brew can. It was very smooth and above average for a canned coffee product. Fifth, I don't remember the exact price, but I remember thinking the price was reasonable. I would definitely buy more bags if I happened to be in OW when I needed coffee beans and Drum Roll is open. Sixth, Bake Market's cold brew made with Drum Roll coffee was rich and smooth. It had a darker flavor and roast profile than I normally I drink, but it was well executed for that style. Based upon all of this, I recommend Drum Roll for people who make coffee at home. While I have my own grinder at home and buy whole beans, they even asked if I wanted the beans ground. 4.5 Stars

Love their coffee!! I am a huge fan of their "blonde roast" that they call Hi Hat. Probably the…read morebest blonde that I have ever tasted. So I finally got to see their storefront, and the place smells wonderful! They have an assortment of caramels and toffees, as well as a wall of bagged coffee beans, and another wall of cute coffee mugs. A very nice assortment! Today, I purchased their Hi Hat and a bag of their Blackbird Pond. It's a Bean from Nicaragua San Juan del Rio Coco, with notes of dark chocolate, almond, and cream. I'm getting a new espresso machine soon, and I can't wait to make this on it! Siobhan is very friendly and we chatted up a bit. Now I know where they are, I'll be coming by more often!

Great vibe inside. Coffee expertly made and memorable. Will be back for more of the orange…read moremacchiato.

Coffe was smooth but still caked a punch The salted…read morechocolate chip cookie was on of the best Coffe spot pastries i ever had