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Tina’s Cafe' 38

4.8 (45 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Hayward L.

This place has a lot of potential but unfortunately I did not have a great experience my first time. They're supposedly a cafe and bakery - but they somehow ran out of whole milk and there was no decaf (one of our party was pregnant so couldn't have a full coffee). Instead, we ordered the chai tea which came highly recommended, but that was just the beginning... They warned us it would take a while to make. "A while" ended up being close to 30 minutes. Originally asked for an iced chai but they gave us a hot chai instead. It tasted fantastic but wasn't what we ordered! However, the staff are lovely and very nice people. It's a very slow pace so I'd go elsewhere if you're in a rush. Hope to have a better experience if I ever come back.

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Chea L.

How have I never been here before ?!!! It's a hidden gem in Torrington!! I was so hungry when I arrived and wanted to order everything!! My son just had an orthodontist appointment and couldn't eat much, so one of the employees recommended one of her drink creations! It was delicious!! The owner was so friendly and had my food out in just a few minutes! I thought the prices were really good too! I can't wait to go back!

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Tom D.

I've had several takeout lunches from Cafe' 38 in Torrington in the past few months. Mostly salads, but also some wraps & sandwiches. The place is consistent, it makes solidly good food with fresh & quality ingredients. Soups are excellent also. The owner is sweet, and it is obvious she loves what she does. I highly recommend Cafe' 38 for lunch. FYI: street metered parking.

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Very friendly staff, and great with kids and the chicken salad wrap was delicious

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6 years ago

The food is delicious. The prices are great. This has become my go to place for lunch.

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Everything was so delicious! Super cozy place to grab a quick homemade fresh lunch! Owner is so friendly and accommodating!

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8 years ago

Great place for lunch. We really enjoyed our meals at Cafe 38. Service was super friendly. Awesome mandarin chicken salad.

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New Hershey's Ice Cream Shop right in the middle of downtown. Tons of flavors and friendly owner!!

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A gem with a great menu for everyone including those with gluten allergies. Only seat 22 so might be a wait.

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