Vernon diner has always been my favorite for pancakes. Then I found out during Christmas time…read moretheir cheesecake is delicious and my favorite if I want to over do it. I was craving breakfast, I typically don't want it but today I got the Irish Benedict with corn beef hash and blueberry pancakes. Service was amazing and the food came out fresh, hot, and fast. We were able to eat and leave within 45 minutes to make it to my son's soccer practice. Looking at all the desserts always interest me and I say I'll bring a slice home for later. By the time I finished my meal I no longer want the cheesecake. I need to come here just for the cheesecake and nothing else. Taste better than Cheesecake Factory for sure.

We stopped by Vernon Diner during our road trip and it was exactly what you'd want from a classic…read moreAmerican diner experience. The breakfast was really good, simple, satisfying, and cooked just right. Everything came out hot, portions were generous, and it hit the spot after being on the road. The vibe is very traditional diner, comfortable, welcoming, and no-frills in the best way. It's the kind of place where you can sit down, enjoy a solid meal, and keep it moving. If you're passing through the area, it's definitely a great stop for a dependable, classic breakfast.

Always a great time and Delicious food at The Hidden Still. From trivia.. karaoke. Great…read morebartenders and servers. Live music is always great too!! I ended up ordering their tacos. We also had corn, hush puppies and chicken wings. I have celiac disease so I can't try everything on the menu, but they are really good about making sure things are gluten free when ordering.

Outstanding wings and friendly service. It's a gastropub with a wings focus (around FIFTY different…read moresauce and dry rub options). Tried 3 different varieties-- Buffalo Hot, Orange Ginger, and Hot Honey-- all delicious. Other than the Orange Ginger being the standout because of the little pieces in addition to the smooth sauce, each plate of wings shared the same characteristics: - large size - very crisp - juicy interior - perfectly coated - good flavor to the sauce but not as spicy as expected Mac and cheese was a sharp and creamy adult version that hit the spot. Looking forward to trying more flavors, including the dry rubs.

Another wonderful lunch. The salads are all fresh and full of yumminess. After healthy salads we…read moreindulged in a slice of molten chocolate cake. Our only complaint was how loud it was, but the waitress willingly moved our table to a quieter spot. It was too hot to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful gardens. A perfect excuse to return.

Lunch today at Monets table was wonderful! I hadn't been there in decades. Went there today for…read morelunch with some friends & will definitely be back. Previously, I remember going to a wedding shower there and having dinner another time. Since then, I thought they were just doing catering, but fortunately they are open for lunch (I believe Wednesday-Saturday?). And they have a brunch on the weekend. The place was full - recommend making a reservation. We started with the soup(s) they had - 3 types & we each had a different one. A chicken, beef , and vegetable one. I had the chicken salad sandwich special- delicious! And my friends had the 2 different quiche specials. Everything came with a side of a macaroni salad - very good. We split the almond joy crepe - would recommend!! The restaurant is located in a yellow colonial house - beautiful & quaint. We ate inside as it was cold & rainy, however on a nice warm day - the h garden would be wonderful to have lunch.

Awesome local chain! This location is tucked inside the mall and there's plenty of parking around…read moreit. The menu is extremely extensive--most items I've ever seen on a menu in my life. In addition, the portion sizes are huge, so be sure to come hungry! I ordered the farm to table burger and was thoroughly impressed! The local ingredients hit the spot and the truffle fries paired excellently. The blood orange margarita was also super delicious. Service was attentive and very helpful in setting up a spot for our infant son.

This is the email I just sent corporate to share my experience, I figured I'd copy and paste…read moreinstead of rehashing it. Hello, I'm writing because I had an uncomfortable experience at Maggie McFly's today that I feel is important to share, especially because this restaurant has been such a big part of my son's life. We've celebrated multiple birthday gatherings here, as well as his middle school graduation. It's genuinely his place. It is not my personal favorite, but we come because he insists Maggie McFly's has the best grilled cheese. Every visit, without fail, we order two grilled cheeses for him. Today, he ate the first one and it was perfectly fine. When he started on the second, he immediately said it tasted fishy. He kept trying to eat it because he didn't want to make a fuss, so about half of it was gone by the time we let our server know. She was very friendly and immediately said she would bring it to the manager. What happened next is what prompted me to reach out. The manager came over holding the half-eaten grilled cheese at an angle, almost like she was presenting it as evidence. The first thing she said was, "I'm confused, half of this is already eaten." My son explained again that it tasted fishy, and instead of empathy or even a simple "I'm sorry that happened," she repeated, "I'm still confused," as if she didn't believe him. There was no apology, no attempt to make the situation right, just an attitude that left both of us feeling uncomfortable. I even said, very clearly, that he was still hungry and I was happy to pay for another sandwich. I wasn't asking for anything free. I simply wanted my son to get something he could eat. Later, after the replacement sandwich came, she walked up behind us, saw that I had the Maggie McFly's website open on my phone, and said, "Did that come out better for you guys?" The tone suggested nothing had just happened, as if she hadn't been dismissive minutes earlier. The disconnect felt jarring. We got an $8 credit toward the bill at the end. The entire interaction felt dismissive and shaming, especially with the way she held the sandwich and questioned him. And the impact was immediate. My son walked out saying he never wants to come back, and that's really the most unfortunate part. This restaurant has been his favorite for years, the place he chooses for milestones and celebrations, and the one time he spoke up about something being wrong, he was made to feel small for it.

Still good, but still lacking…read more Doing my revisits, and Mitchell's is one of those places that I go to hoping for something new but being disappointed. They do the basics well, and they do try. But anything beyond the norm is usually not so great. My last outing here, got their tenderloin Benedict and a grilled banana nut muffin. The muffin was really good, toasted in butter, sweet but not overly so, no off flavors and nice and warm. The Benedict eggs and English muffin were cooked well. The hollandaise was creamy but needed some salt, and the tenderloin was overcooked and not seasoned. The marinade didn't bring much in the way of flavor, and although the steak did have a little crust it did so at the detriment of the cook of the steak. It was good, but lacking. If you stick to standards you'll do well. It's a good local spot for breakfast fare though

Came here for a quick lunch while in the area. ordered a 7 oz cheeseburger. My partner got 2…read morepancakes and a side of spuds. Food was made quickly and service was fast and friendly. I was impressed that the cooked my burger medium like I asked for.

I found this place on Yelp when I was craving Korean food and decided to give it a try with…read morefriends. It's run by a couple who take your order at the counter and then cook in the kitchen all by themselves, which was very wholesome. The menu is quite large but we all decided to go for some variation of the combo meal with choice of potato or kimchi fried rice, and fried chicken or bulgogi. The combos came with miso soup, which was undrinkably salty. However, the rest of the meal was pretty good and definitely satisfied the craving. We also got some kimbap which was absolutely delicious. The iced coffee was fantastic as well. The restaurant is very hard to find because it's hidden behind another building, but once you find it the ambiance is quite nice.

Food is phenomenal, and the owners are so so kind. A cute little spot in town for Asian food near…read moreEllington, and it is all so yummy.

Great, family run business who gives back to their community. Josh the owner is just a great human…read more We love to support local whenever we can. Items can be pricey, but you get what you pay for. Some of my favorites: oatmeal bread, blueberry pancake cupcakes, strawberry rolls, early riser rolls - to name a few. We also love their apple crumble pie, their pepperoni picnic bread, and their sugar cookie pie around the holidays! For me the coffee is hit or miss - sometimes it's amazing other times I don't love it ... maybe have to do with the syrups I choose to be honest. They currently have a bakery location in Ellington and an additional drive thru location down the road in Ellington, a location in Stafford, and will be opening in Hartford in 2026. You can also find them at the outdoor Ellington farmers markets on Saturdays. Highly recommend checking them out. Their staff are all beyond pleasant as well. Their locations or warm and inviting and they pay attention to detail.

Still pricy, still tasty…read more Gone a few more times over the year or so. It's a good bakery, stuff is always fresh and the flavors in each of their cupcakes, muffins, breads, and other misc bakery items is present and forward. They know that they are good, and charge accordingly. Given that there's no direct competition in a 10 mile radius (and I would argue even past that 10 mile radius the pickings are slim) the price is justifiable for the quality you get. As someone who treks a lot around the state, I find that there are many bakeries that do similar if not better items for comparable if not lower prices. But to ask someone to drive 30-60 minutes just to get something a couple bucks cheaper that's tastes about the same? It's a hard sale. I will say that Luanne's is the best in that area of the state, not including the small boutique places that are well off the beaten path. I still come here for the view and ambiance, but I don't order much of their food.

I came here for the first time on a Saturday morning with a friend. Our server came around with…read morecoffee right away. Felt like a diner- which I love! We both ordered the veggie omelet which came with country potatoes and toast- we both had rye. All of it was hot and delicious! I had really wanted to try the poutine but I am a vegetarian and sadly, they don't offer it with a mushroom gravy, which I found at two poutine places in Quebec City. I guess there are not enough vegetarians asking for it around here. I gotta say it was super loud in here as the place was packed with a large group. I enjoy a lively atmosphere but it was just too much. I found myself wanting to rush to get out of there as the noise was overwhelming while eating breakfast. I prefer to ease into my day. I can't fault the restaurant for that. It's obvious people love this place and I do too!

I grew up in Canada and since I moved down here was never able to find a half decent Poutine that…read morecompared. Was recommended this place by someone at work and finally was able to go to today. It was absolutely perfect here. 10/10 poutine, felt like I was back home in Canada again I was so happy I could have cried. Will be coming back 100%. If you're looking for a true authentic poutine in CT, this is the only place to go. Service was excellent and quick too!