This was my first time going to Essex and it had such a cute downtown/historical area. I got a…read morelatte and a tea because I mean I couldn't just choose one. Service was great! 4 stars only because I am not a tea drinker so I preferred the coffee.

100% yes! Literally my favorite coffee shop. I love both their iced and hot coffee. Staff is the…read moreBEST! It is a cozy, warm spot for coffee and a great sit to read a good book. Oh and they have yummy baked goods! I try to resist, but fail often. The macaroons are made in house and are the clear favorite. They also have rotating art on the walls, I think they change it every 30 days.

The safest place in town. The food is great, great coffee and Mark, the owner and his staff are so…read morefriendly. Love all the cat art too!

I went with 2 friends for breakfast. Ordered the vegetables and egg on hard roll and it was fresh…read moreand delicious. I got the peach smoothie and delicious. The owner is a kind man and the staff were friendly. The bonus was seeing the 7 cats thru the glass playing on the other side of the house where they live.

I was driving from Hartford County to Mystic and Yelp-searched for a highly rated coffee shop near…read moremy route. Brewed Awakening stood out as having a good rating and being close to my route. Brewed Awakening does not present as a craft coffee shop focused on bean origins and things like that. It's a small, old school coffee shop, with limited inside place to sit and stand. The space is not fancy. It's more functional. But I'll tell you something . . . almost every usable inch of that space was occupied by people who seemed like long time regulars. Maybe like 5 to 6 people, but people who were happy to be there. The coffee was reasonably priced. The food, included hot dogs, donuts, breakfast sandwiches, classic sandwiches. Also reasonably priced by modern standards. There seems to be a New York connection to the shop because they use Nathan's Hot Dogs and the donuts on the counter came from New York. The woman who I assume was an owner was the only person working. She was very nice and helpful. I suspect she's a reason why they have a loyal customer base. I thought about ordering a hot dog at 8 a.m., but I had food plans in Mystic. I just ordered a Black Iced Coffee. The ice cubes were that thin round tube style with holes on the top and bottom, that you used to see a lot in restaurant fountain soda. The iced coffee itself was about average. If I just wanted a high end black iced coffee, I probably wouldn't return. I would definitely return to check out their reasonably priced food in warmer months when you can sit outside. In any event, if you're looking for a place with a lot of character, Brewed Awakening would be a good choice. It's close to the Route 9 Exit that you take on your way to the Clinton Outlets. 3.5 Stars

Cute little cafe! The breakfast options were a bit limited, but the bacon egg and cheese sandwiches…read morewe ordered were great. Made fresh, generous portion, and very tasty. The staff there were very nice and worked hard to get our order to us quickly! There was maybe one table inside, but it was tight. There are several tables on the outside patio, so it's a great spot to sit on a nice day. There are a couple more full service breakfast spots in the area, but Brewed Awakening is a great option when you just want to grab a coffee or a quick bite!

Going on almost 6 years since my last Cilantro review…read more Found a parking spot a few steps away and stopped in today with a gift card I recently had been given. Quickly hopped over here to order lunch today around 11am or so prior to any potential lunch rush. I ordered a cranberry chicken salad wrap. My order was placed within moments of the cashier realizing I was ready to be helped. The to-go wrap was ready within 5 minutes and it was delicious. The shop space is small, but they really utilize all of the area they have. The shelved were stocked with everything from grab and go prepared foods, local gifts and even cleaning products. You can also place an order online for fast pick up too. In the past, I had stopped here for more of a breakfast vibe, but I feel like lunch may be really their jam. Happy I gave it another chance.

Have been going to Cilantro for coffee, breakfast and lunch for many years. Nearly always had a…read morepositive experience. Was here yesterday for lunch and was excited for a sandwich. However, what I received was 90% bread and lettuce with only 10% protein and cheese. Why the ridiculously lean portions??!! Feeling like I was ripped off by Cilantro. It was a carry-out order so impossible for me to address in person. Note: the counter staff that took my order were perfectly pleasant, the sandwich-maker on the other hand appeared visibly distressed by having to work.

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.

5 stars for the helpful staff! My first visit here today and wanted to try the flight. My 3 year…read moreold knocked it over almost immediately upon getting it. The taller blonde girl not only helped me clean it up (what a mess, I was mortified!) but also remade it for me. I also got a sourdough mozzarella tomato and basil sandwich that was delicious! My daughter got the sprinkle donut and said it was very yummy- she has been eating it all day bc it's huge! Will definitely come back- next time without my toddler so I can relax and enjoy my coffee.

My first experience at Southing Coffee House was a positive one overall. I just stopped for a…read morecoffee, one of their Spider-Man themed latte specials: The Friendly Neighborhood Cold Brew (vanilla cold brew, churro cold foam, cinnamon sugar on top) It was not anything extra special, but it was tasty and reasonably priced. I did think the flavors could have been stronger, but again, it was pretty good. The baristas were very friendly, I would like to go back and try something else. The space was also nicely decorated, and there was a good amount of seating. It was pretty full though mid morning on a week day, so just be prepared. Again, pleasant, positive experience, just a touch underwhelmed.

I visited Deep River Roasters as the coffee part of a two-stop Deep River visit. I'm a DRR fan…read more DRR is on the main drag in Deep River. They roast their own beans. They offer two different roast options for their Iced Coffee. Love it when places do something for their Yearlong Ice Coffee Drinkers. I ordered the medium roast Iced Coffee Black, and it was way above average. Smooth. Good flavor. They have a food case with bagels, scones and treats. I didn't try any food, but it looked reasonably good. The shop was more functional and comfortable than fancy, but people were there hanging out. They had good foot traffic. Service was very friendly and the shop had a good vibe. 4.5 Stars

This coffee spot is located in a charming little space on main street Deep River. It has very cute…read moredecor. They sell various types of apparel & bags of coffee. They have 5-6 types of bagels, & pastries etc. for take away. I had an everything bagel with the bacon scallion schmear. The bagel was dry - it was not fresh. The schmear was good although it was a thin layer which was disappointing - not enough for 2 bagel slices. The girl at the counter was nice although not overly friendly. It wasn't very busy - pretty quiet. It was fine but I won't be back. I have been to their other location in Centerbrook. Wasn't really impressed with that location either although the staff were a lot more friendly & pleasant.

Staff was SO nice! Came here and worked in the morning, free WiFi is always a plus!! The coffee was…read moregood and unexpected. Homemade flavors are always the best.

I've loved Julie's Cup of Joe since they opened! It's always something I look forward to when I…read morevisit Westbrook. They're a local, family owned, coffee shop and the entire staff is so kind. The coffee is perfect. It's not too strong and it's not too weak. The best part is the coffee ice cubes. There's never much of a wait and they have tables if you want to sit and enjoy your coffee there. I highly recommend stopping by for coffee if you're in Westbrook!