Restaurants in Branford
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“The coffee here is excellent, with a top-notch selection. It's a great place with a nice atmosphere, perfect for working or relaxing. Definitely deserves five stars!”
“Arturo’s stands as a vibrant beacon of breakfast brilliance, offering a Mexican fusion experience that promises a fiesta for your taste buds. Known for its mouthwatering breakfast creations and the best salsa in town, this establishment is a must-visit for those seeking a morning culinary escapade.Arturo’s takes breakfast to a whole new level with its Mexican fusion menu. Imagine waking up to the tantalizing aroma of huevos rancheros with a modern twist or savoring chilaquiles that dance on your palate with a burst of flavors. The breakfast creations are a symphony of textures and tastes, demonstrating a mastery of Mexican cuisine blended seamlessly with breakfast classics.No visit to Arturo’s is complete without indulging in their legendary salsa. Whether it’s the perfect balance of heat in their traditional salsa or the unique twists of their specialty variations, each bite is an explosion of freshness and spice. It’s the kind of salsa that elevates every dish it accompanies, setting Arturo’s apart as a salsa sensation in its own right.Arturo’s is a standout destination for those who appreciate bold flavors, inventive twists, and a culinary journey that starts the day on a high note. Whether you’re a breakfast enthusiast or a fan of Mexican cuisine, Arturo’s beckons with a promise of a morning fiesta that lingers in your memory.”
“Good flavors but the price is more reflective of their location because the portions were smaller than expected, even the included rice ran out quickly. And spice levels reflected the community they’re located in too, “medium” was a mild in other towns.”
“Always quick, friendly, and delicious. We order from here frequently and it's always a hit, whether it's breakfast sandwiches or lunch. We know where we're going!”
“This place is amazing! Exactly what Rochester needs! The ambiance is top notch! The food is incredible and the service beyond my standards. I can’t express enough how great this place is! Please come and support this business so it can be here to stay!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“We had a fantastic night at Pearl Wine Bar! We have never been before and sat on their beautiful back patio -- top notch construction, with a full bar w large granite counter, several covered tables, high tops and low comfortable chairs, and heaters (although we sure didn't need them tonight!). We had drinks, bread with honey butter (yum), and shared the shrimp tacos (perfect seasoning) and the honey chicken (the fries were delicious). Our server Alicia was outstanding, and the bus person was great too. A great new location for us in Branford -- we'll be back.”
“I found this place purely by accident but I'm really glad after passing it I turned around and went in. A real feast for the eyes, loads of choices. I bought a box of cookies, a bit pricey and unfortunately I myself never got to try them. What I did have was the Panini Meatball, it was fantastic. The gentleman that waited on me, possibly the owner, was very friendly. As I told him, I will definitely be back for more, and maybe even get to try those cookies!”
“Came down to watch the game and have some food. I love the fresh made gnocchi colognes, fantastic! My buddy had the gnocchi Della casa with added calamari, OUTSTANDING!!. Price has a bearing. But there is no room for discussion about the freshness or quality of food. For posting purposes, $20 is very inexpensive for the quality here. Totally recommend this place”
Restaurants with Delivery
“THERE'S NO COMPLAINTS ON THE FOOD THE QUALITY OF FOOD WAS AWESOME THE STAFF IS SO SO FAMILY LIKE YOU JUST FEEL SO COMFORTABLE IN THERE AND I HAD THE BEST TIME AT THE BAR SITTING RIGHT AT THE BAR AND I HAD A RIBEYE STEAK AND IT WAS SO GOOD WITH MASHED POTATOES AND A BLOOD ORANGE MARGARITA WITH A BLACK CHERRIES IN IT OH MY GOD THAT IS THE DIE FOR I THINK I'M GOING TO GO GET ONE RIGHT NOW THANK YOU ???”
“The coffee here is excellent, with a top-notch selection. It's a great place with a nice atmosphere, perfect for working or relaxing. Definitely deserves five stars!”
“Arturo’s stands as a vibrant beacon of breakfast brilliance, offering a Mexican fusion experience that promises a fiesta for your taste buds. Known for its mouthwatering breakfast creations and the best salsa in town, this establishment is a must-visit for those seeking a morning culinary escapade.Arturo’s takes breakfast to a whole new level with its Mexican fusion menu. Imagine waking up to the tantalizing aroma of huevos rancheros with a modern twist or savoring chilaquiles that dance on your palate with a burst of flavors. The breakfast creations are a symphony of textures and tastes, demonstrating a mastery of Mexican cuisine blended seamlessly with breakfast classics.No visit to Arturo’s is complete without indulging in their legendary salsa. Whether it’s the perfect balance of heat in their traditional salsa or the unique twists of their specialty variations, each bite is an explosion of freshness and spice. It’s the kind of salsa that elevates every dish it accompanies, setting Arturo’s apart as a salsa sensation in its own right.Arturo’s is a standout destination for those who appreciate bold flavors, inventive twists, and a culinary journey that starts the day on a high note. Whether you’re a breakfast enthusiast or a fan of Mexican cuisine, Arturo’s beckons with a promise of a morning fiesta that lingers in your memory.”
“Good flavors but the price is more reflective of their location because the portions were smaller than expected, even the included rice ran out quickly. And spice levels reflected the community they’re located in too, “medium” was a mild in other towns.”
“Always quick, friendly, and delicious. We order from here frequently and it's always a hit, whether it's breakfast sandwiches or lunch. We know where we're going!”
“We had a fantastic night at Pearl Wine Bar! We have never been before and sat on their beautiful back patio -- top notch construction, with a full bar w large granite counter, several covered tables, high tops and low comfortable chairs, and heaters (although we sure didn't need them tonight!). We had drinks, bread with honey butter (yum), and shared the shrimp tacos (perfect seasoning) and the honey chicken (the fries were delicious). Our server Alicia was outstanding, and the bus person was great too. A great new location for us in Branford -- we'll be back.”
“Stopped by today for the first time and was truly impressed! They used coffee infused ice cubes in my ice coffee which is super rare and I very much appreciated. The donuts were also incredible- super fresh tasting. The lemon donut was one of the best donuts I've ever tried- not overpowering and not artificial tasting. The service was also great. Will absolutely be back to try more stuff.”
“I found this place purely by accident but I'm really glad after passing it I turned around and went in. A real feast for the eyes, loads of choices. I bought a box of cookies, a bit pricey and unfortunately I myself never got to try them. What I did have was the Panini Meatball, it was fantastic. The gentleman that waited on me, possibly the owner, was very friendly. As I told him, I will definitely be back for more, and maybe even get to try those cookies!”
“Came down to watch the game and have some food. I love the fresh made gnocchi colognes, fantastic! My buddy had the gnocchi Della casa with added calamari, OUTSTANDING!!. Price has a bearing. But there is no room for discussion about the freshness or quality of food. For posting purposes, $20 is very inexpensive for the quality here. Totally recommend this place”
“Everyone kept telling me to visit this restaurant, and now I can see why! From the moment you walk in, you can tell that there are a lot of regulars, and everyone loves coming back repeatedly. it also feels like a very cozy family restaurant. We ordered so many dishes for our table to try and were not disappointed by any of them. We tried everything from the sake cocktails to the spicy mussels and of course a few different sushi rolls. All I can say is that the hype is absolutely warranted and I will be back for more!”
“My wife and enjoy this place the food is excellent the Scallop special superb and the lasagna as always excellent the owner and chef talk to us very nice person we will be back thankyou for a great meal .”
“Authentic Ah-beetz in the New Haven style, perfected! With superb toppings, an outstanding crust, and a delightful char, this establishment is truly a hidden gem!”
“Bean and Berry is a special place with a special owner that truly cares about the product she puts out and the service she provides. The coffee with nutella/peanut butter cold foam and the dragon fruit smoothie bowl are DELICIOUS! I’ve never had something I didn’t like. Give it a try and support local!”
“Meal was delicious. I had short ribs, friends had branzinno and veal picata and split a salad with. Pears. My husband had bolonese which was just ok and a yummy bisque. Prices were fair. The waitress was very brusque. Whenn we asked for more bread, we had to remind her. My friends asked that the salad be split in the kitchen, it wasn't. They asked for a plate and she responded, can't you use your bread plate? We had to ask the bus boy for plates. Really. Why do a job you don't like doing? Aside from the waitress, a delicious meal. Oh,we ended with lemon sorbet..lemony but a little chunky.”
“Coffee was excellent! Great flavor on the specialty drinks, and the milk was steamed perfectly with microfoam and spot-on texture. Best coffee in the Branford/Guilford/Madison area.”
“Stopped by alone at this beautiful locale for a quick.bite. No all day breakfast but got a toasted bagel, lox, coffee and a hot cup of vegetable soup. Bagel and coffee were great, soup hot, spicy but a bit off (funny, I would say too hot). Order gal even brought soup and bagel to my table. Great crowd on a gray April Sunday lunchtime. Few issues (besides soup): Only cash (but ATM helps), no public restroom, prices no bargain (but standard premium resort pricing around NYC). No problem returning but with others and a full meal not sure I would try. If a bathroom in the area suggest pointing to place along with "no public restrooms". Most waterfront resort areas have something but unfamiliar here as juat passing through. Worth a visit but probably not a detour.”
“Fantastic brewery! Great selection of IPAs and other beer styles. New, clean farmhouse setting with big open seating area both inside and out. Friendly staff. Looks like they have food trucks on the weekends and live music sometimes, too. We will def be back this summer. Great vibes!”
“Everyone kept telling me to visit this restaurant, and now I can see why! From the moment you walk in, you can tell that there are a lot of regulars, and everyone loves coming back repeatedly. it also feels like a very cozy family restaurant. We ordered so many dishes for our table to try and were not disappointed by any of them. We tried everything from the sake cocktails to the spicy mussels and of course a few different sushi rolls. All I can say is that the hype is absolutely warranted and I will be back for more!”
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“Yesterday we celebrated my daughter’s baptism at home, and Cody was simply amazing through the whole thing! She answered all my questions as well as set up decorations I had and provided great service throughout my event! The food was delicious and all came out hot and together for our 25 person party! The Space was separated by three large bookcases so it felt private enough, but wasn’t completely secluded. We had an amazing day and will definitely come back to home for our next events! I’m”
“Was in town from New York, visiting a friend and decided to grab lunch with my daughter. This place is super cute and I loved the view. Will come again.Parking: easy parking”
“I recently attended an outdoor concert event at Thimble Island Brewing Company in Branford, CT, featuring the amazing band, The Zoo, and let me tell you, it was an absolute blast! The brewery provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of live music and good vibes. The atmosphere was electric, the beer was flowing, and The Zoo rocked the house! It was a memorable experience that I won't soon forget. Thimble Island Brewing Company knows how to throw a party, and I can't wait to go back for more!Marisa Balletti-Lavoie”
“Yesterday my wife and I had the pleasure of finding a new, to us, go to place. We were attending a Drag show that a friend of ours was a part of and we didn't know what to expect from a restaurant in and old gas station. Well hang onto your hats folks because you are in for a great experience. Jo, the manager has got to be the sweetest thing on this earth since sugar cane. She kept everything moving smoothly while having a constant smile. Kevin, our server, should give classes in how to be a waiter. Attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and again, smiling all the time. All that is well and good but how about the food? I ordered the "Hail Mary" bloody mary. On another day this could have served as my lunch. It is topped with the most delicious hamburg slider, with a side of a perfectly cooked bacon slice and two grilled shrimp. The taste of the burger had me looking for the charcoal grille. So, the presentation was great but the taste of the drink surpassed the look. I highly suggest you give it a try. I ordered the Valdese Burger for breakfast, Another perfectly cooked burger, topped with and egg and hollandaise with a side of a ton of tater tots, yes, tater tots. The waffle my wife had was cooked perfectly and she said the taste was outstanding. We live an hour and a half away, it is worth the trip. She also said, the coffee could make or break a good meal, well, this coffee just added to the overall excellence of the meal. The place was noisy which was to be expected due to the show being presented, Noisy, but, oh so much fun. The place is great. Make it a part of your "places to try" this summer. You will thank me.”
“The food speaks here - especially the Ramens. This is the one Ramen spot I actually travel to eat at. Then the sushi and hand rolls back it up. The cold soba noodles, scallop carpaccio, sake selection. Great place to come solo and get some work done too. The Karrage could have slightly smaller chunks :)”
“Overall we had a good experience, Food was very good, some very unique, wife loved the flight os salsas! Two things that need some work to get 5 stars, one is staffing, on the Wednesday we visited only two waitresses were working the floor, including the bar and hosting. I've never waited so long to be seated when there was no line and tables were ready! Once seated waitresses was awesome but she was clearly overworked that night. Also we were surprised on how small menu was, not a fan of overly large menus but this did not provide lots of options. Also first choice of beers we ordered off menu were out. So cooks great, waitresses great, management, not so great.”
“First off I'd like to stay. Outstanding customer service. The young man in the front is the best. The pizza is the best pizza in Branford. Very cozy spot. Their chicken cutlets are amazing and it's pretty much take out only one table in here. The subs are fantastic. 9.5/10.”
“Our first time here and it will be a staple for us. Absolutely amazing. I had the Chicken Italiano with chicken, prosciutto, balsamic glaze and bruschetta~the flavor combination is outstanding. He had the ahi tuna, fried shrimp & fried steak tacos. The tuna was so fresh, the shrimp was amazing as well as the steak. Highly recommend this place.”
“We went to Easter buffet and it was very busy. That's probably why service was a bit slow. I was surprised that soda wasn't included in $50 pp price. Another restaurant doing a buffet that we had also considered offered unlimited mimosas and soda. We just assumed this would be the same. The food was good and they had a wide variety of foods. All 10 of us enjoyed it.Wheelchair accessibility: It was very easy to maneuver the wheelchair in and out of the restaurant.”
“Kind people. Ordered a pizza on a delivery app. It never arrived, the store made me another, and I picked it up. Great pizza, great people.Parking: Great parking.”
“My wife and enjoy this place the food is excellent the Scallop special superb and the lasagna as always excellent the owner and chef talk to us very nice person we will be back thankyou for a great meal .”
“I have been to this restaurant twice since it has opened and can’t recommend it enough. The quality of food is something to talk about. Recently went to celebrate seeing an old friend after quite some time and could not have had a better experience. From start to finish we felt special and taken care of. Don’t hesitate to go to this restaurant - you will not be disappointed”
“Authentic Ah-beetz in the New Haven style, perfected! With superb toppings, an outstanding crust, and a delightful char, this establishment is truly a hidden gem!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“. Clean. Friendly staff. Good place to stop and take a quick break especially if you've been stuck in traffic for awhileParking: Plenty of spots to parkKid-friendliness: It's McDonald's so... Wish they'd make a happy meal for adults with a cool collectible toy”
“It's been along time since I've visited a Dunkin and received not good but great customer service from this young man named Peter friendly fast service with a smile...I hope he's up for a raise soon the kids made my faith come back for dunkin because I was done...”
“Meal was delicious. I had short ribs, friends had branzinno and veal picata and split a salad with. Pears. My husband had bolonese which was just ok and a yummy bisque. Prices were fair. The waitress was very brusque. Whenn we asked for more bread, we had to remind her. My friends asked that the salad be split in the kitchen, it wasn't. They asked for a plate and she responded, can't you use your bread plate? We had to ask the bus boy for plates. Really. Why do a job you don't like doing? Aside from the waitress, a delicious meal. Oh,we ended with lemon sorbet..lemony but a little chunky.”
“Yesterday we celebrated my daughter’s baptism at home, and Cody was simply amazing through the whole thing! She answered all my questions as well as set up decorations I had and provided great service throughout my event! The food was delicious and all came out hot and together for our 25 person party! The Space was separated by three large bookcases so it felt private enough, but wasn’t completely secluded. We had an amazing day and will definitely come back to home for our next events! I’m”
“We did not like the crab cakes they were small and too salty. Our clam chowder was great and my seafood combination platter tasted good but was little saggy. Overall service was great and we like the place .”
Takeout Restaurants
“Stopped by alone at this beautiful locale for a quick.bite. No all day breakfast but got a toasted bagel, lox, coffee and a hot cup of vegetable soup. Bagel and coffee were great, soup hot, spicy but a bit off (funny, I would say too hot). Order gal even brought soup and bagel to my table. Great crowd on a gray April Sunday lunchtime. Few issues (besides soup): Only cash (but ATM helps), no public restroom, prices no bargain (but standard premium resort pricing around NYC). No problem returning but with others and a full meal not sure I would try. If a bathroom in the area suggest pointing to place along with "no public restrooms". Most waterfront resort areas have something but unfamiliar here as juat passing through. Worth a visit but probably not a detour.”
“I have been to this restaurant twice since it has opened and can’t recommend it enough. The quality of food is something to talk about. Recently went to celebrate seeing an old friend after quite some time and could not have had a better experience. From start to finish we felt special and taken care of. Don’t hesitate to go to this restaurant - you will not be disappointed”
“We did not like the crab cakes they were small and too salty. Our clam chowder was great and my seafood combination platter tasted good but was little saggy. Overall service was great and we like the place .”
“THE BEST ICE CREAM EVER!!!!! Literally ruined ice cream living in nyc I now am obsessed with Ashley's. Especially their blackberry ice cream flavor. And I don't even like blackberries but this is my new favorite flavor. You have to try it. It's delicious creamy and so so addicting. Defintely get a milkshake in my opinion thats the best way to experience it. I literally sometimes get 2. My one feedback is the staff is usually teenagers who hate their job and aren't very nice. I've been working since I was 16 and Defintely never had attitude but they do. But it's worth it for the ice cream. This spot is my favorite still because it has the outdoor seating available across from the green it's the cutest.Vegetarian options: It's all vegetarian!Dietary restrictions: Dairy heavy be prepared to pay the priceParking: It's right across the green so parking is difficultKid-friendliness: Perfect for kids!Wheelchair accessibility: Lots of space for your wheel chair !”
“Hidden gem on the water in a boat storage yard. We went for brunch Food was fresh and well prepared staff was pleasant, attentive and well informed. I travel with a vegan and a vegetarian this place was perfect for us lots of options for all. The layered dip had just the right amount of heat with great flavor highly recommend sharing this dish to start Avocado toast was brought to another level with a pesto base under the avocado and tomato’s with a balsamic drizzle on top. Cali burrito has the fries inside tasty and unexpected. Lobster roll perfectly grilled bun heaped with fresh lobster meat they happily substituted broccolini for the fries that usually come with it. Looking forward to returning and trying the outdoor dining area looks great was a bit cold and dreary outsideVegetarian options: Great vegetarian and vegan selections the layered dip is a must try. Everything was super fresh”
“Came here for the first time after living in the area for 30 years. It was a fundraiser and was pleasantly surprised how good the food was. This is a local establishment that has many loyal customers, especially during Saint Patrick. They had eggplant rotini , it was delicious. They also had stuffed mushrooms. That were very good. They also had two versions of stuff, potato skins, and breaded fried fried chicken. They were good. Nice small local place to gather and eat good bar food.”
“when this italian girl doesn't want to cook, she goes to pasta cosi! you'll never have a bad meal there. everything is delicious and clearly made with top-shelf ingredients. my favs. are their their squash flowers and rigs with bolognese. their limoncello cake is tdf. buon appetito. thanks, billy. you rule.”
“I can not express how amazing this little Cafe is. Every single time I am here I am so grateful for their amazing service, kindness and delicious food. Every single one of the girls working here are literal angels - thank you for helping to make my stressful Sunday work day the best possible and for helping me start the school year with an amazing assortment of treats for my students. ?? Unlike any other!!!!”
“This quaint and picturesque area has been my favorite place to relax usually after visiting my dentist in Branford but I never stepped in this establishment till yesterday. I tried pastrami reuben written on blackboard menu and was I surprised! It came out piping hot after about 5 minutes of prep time, perfectly grilled crunchy butter toasted delicious bread, succulent and juicy pastrami, sauer kraut done just right, and whatever dressing that complmented overall taste. I savored every bite of this amazing sandwich as I watched people walking and doing their thing by the dock.”
“Sometimes it just takes two brothers working side by side to get pizza just right and these two have in a big way! Our local go to spot for pizza, pasta and homemade bread. If eating in, you can bring your own beer or wine. If I lived in Italy it would be like going home and sitting in the kitchen! Since I live down the street even better! Don't miss the white clams casino or broccoli rabe and sausage red pizza! For pasta try the carbonara which is big enough for two!”
“I ordered takeout from this location so I can not speak to the staff or restaurant environment. However, for diner food, I was definitely impressed. My family and I ordered a variety of items on the menu and we enjoyed everything. My husband had the bacon cheeseburger and I had the pecan pancakes. We also ordered some of their puddings for dessert. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to try them in person and try other menu items.”
“Hesitated to order the osso bucco and was so surprised how great it was. You don't necessarily expect a meal like this at a burger kind of place but it was absolutely delicious! Hope they keep it on the menu!”
“The service and food here are fabulous. Breakfast is a solid “clear plate” every time. The home fried potatoes cannot be beat. Vast selection of breads to pick from for toast. Many yummy specials so it’s hard to decide what to eat. The servers are so friendly but also quick. There is a certain charm about this place, as if you have stepped back in time. At breakfast, there are locals sitting around, solving the problems of the world, chatting and happy to include you if you want to become one of the crew. The only reason I give this place four stars is because it needs a good deep cleaning, especially the restrooms. I know it is a classic place from a time gone by, but it needs a little TLC.”
“I can’t say enough good things about sweets on main!! I have now been getting my cakes, cookies, cupcakes from them for a couple years now!! Everything is so delicious and always make what I’m imagining come true !! From the taste to the look everything is perfect!!”
“This restaurant is a gem in short beach. My Autistic son loves this place and Juan treats him like his own. The food is incredible five star !!! Don't miss out!”
“Was in town from New York, visiting a friend and decided to grab lunch with my daughter. This place is super cute and I loved the view. Will come again.Parking: easy parking”
“I recently attended an outdoor concert event at Thimble Island Brewing Company in Branford, CT, featuring the amazing band, The Zoo, and let me tell you, it was an absolute blast! The brewery provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of live music and good vibes. The atmosphere was electric, the beer was flowing, and The Zoo rocked the house! It was a memorable experience that I won't soon forget. Thimble Island Brewing Company knows how to throw a party, and I can't wait to go back for more!Marisa Balletti-Lavoie”
“Yesterday my wife and I had the pleasure of finding a new, to us, go to place. We were attending a Drag show that a friend of ours was a part of and we didn't know what to expect from a restaurant in and old gas station. Well hang onto your hats folks because you are in for a great experience. Jo, the manager has got to be the sweetest thing on this earth since sugar cane. She kept everything moving smoothly while having a constant smile. Kevin, our server, should give classes in how to be a waiter. Attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and again, smiling all the time. All that is well and good but how about the food? I ordered the "Hail Mary" bloody mary. On another day this could have served as my lunch. It is topped with the most delicious hamburg slider, with a side of a perfectly cooked bacon slice and two grilled shrimp. The taste of the burger had me looking for the charcoal grille. So, the presentation was great but the taste of the drink surpassed the look. I highly suggest you give it a try. I ordered the Valdese Burger for breakfast, Another perfectly cooked burger, topped with and egg and hollandaise with a side of a ton of tater tots, yes, tater tots. The waffle my wife had was cooked perfectly and she said the taste was outstanding. We live an hour and a half away, it is worth the trip. She also said, the coffee could make or break a good meal, well, this coffee just added to the overall excellence of the meal. The place was noisy which was to be expected due to the show being presented, Noisy, but, oh so much fun. The place is great. Make it a part of your "places to try" this summer. You will thank me.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“This was a very well organized Dunkin. The ladies in charge were like an artillery battery in battle. Calling out timings, when they can take the next order, just a very well oiled machine it was impressive. The food was good and made properly. The prices were much better than NYC. We got 6 donuts, 3 bacon egg and cheese on croissants and a muffin, for less than $25 bucks.Good place to pick something up before getting back on the road”
“First time ordering (Uber Eats order). Got the peanut butter power and it was great! I love how much you can customize the smoothies. The add ons are endless. Definitely will order again!”
“I always use my mobile app to order. I like racking up the points and being able to order just how I like to. The staff is always very friendly and gets my order ready for my arrival time. Never any issues.Parking: Small parking lot that can be very difficult to get in and out of. I highly recommend going through the drive through at this location.Kid-friendliness: They have a small area for seating and I have seen people having breakfast with their kids there. They keep the establishment clean and bright.”
“Open early a.m. hours. Sometimes I come here at 530 a.m. on my way to work. Beats the rest-stop prices and quality. The service is always kind've slow that early(not too many cars) but not too long of a wait most of the time. The only thing that really takes a long time is the light that they have coming out of the drive-through to go back on to the main street. Good spot for a quick grab and go morning breakfast.”
“Quick Service and hot food. No wait on Saturday at dinner time. Large dining room and single-use bathrooms. Parking is a little weird as you got to drive around the entire building and drive through to the other side. Some unusual seating inside too like you'd find in a waiting room.”
“Stopped by this Popeyes on our way back into Massachusetts from New Jersey and were greeted by two smiling helpful young men, Isaiah and Rome. Food was great but they were even better and made our night. They were so friendly and kind. We need more friendly smiling ppl like them in this world!”
“Hidden gem on the water in a boat storage yard. We went for brunch Food was fresh and well prepared staff was pleasant, attentive and well informed. I travel with a vegan and a vegetarian this place was perfect for us lots of options for all. The layered dip had just the right amount of heat with great flavor highly recommend sharing this dish to start Avocado toast was brought to another level with a pesto base under the avocado and tomato’s with a balsamic drizzle on top. Cali burrito has the fries inside tasty and unexpected. Lobster roll perfectly grilled bun heaped with fresh lobster meat they happily substituted broccolini for the fries that usually come with it. Looking forward to returning and trying the outdoor dining area looks great was a bit cold and dreary outsideVegetarian options: Great vegetarian and vegan selections the layered dip is a must try. Everything was super fresh”
“Came here for the first time after living in the area for 30 years. It was a fundraiser and was pleasantly surprised how good the food was. This is a local establishment that has many loyal customers, especially during Saint Patrick. They had eggplant rotini , it was delicious. They also had stuffed mushrooms. That were very good. They also had two versions of stuff, potato skins, and breaded fried fried chicken. They were good. Nice small local place to gather and eat good bar food.”
“when this italian girl doesn't want to cook, she goes to pasta cosi! you'll never have a bad meal there. everything is delicious and clearly made with top-shelf ingredients. my favs. are their their squash flowers and rigs with bolognese. their limoncello cake is tdf. buon appetito. thanks, billy. you rule.”
Cheap Eats
“This place is amazing! Exactly what Rochester needs! The ambiance is top notch! The food is incredible and the service beyond my standards. I can’t express enough how great this place is! Please come and support this business so it can be here to stay!”
“I went in and selected food from the hot bar - it was a chicken thigh, white rice, lentils and plantains, absolutely DELICIOUS! The owners were very nice, I will be going back very soon. Highly recommend!”
“Amazing amazing the best food I had in 15 years the best food ever. Very much recommend the avocado pizza if u want an explosive taste in your mouthKid-friendliness: Amazing treat the kids with fun and they have a piano”
“Today (4.5.24) was my first time trying Crostini. I sat in my cat and ordered. I ordered a steak egg and cheese on Italian bread and asked to add spinach. This was the best decision. When I went insides I was greeted so nicely I felt like family. I also ordered home fries, which are amazing. The cook said the sandwich looked so good he was going to make one for himself. Lol I will be returning. ❤️”
“Best neighborhood stop for a quick breakfast or sandwich. Staff is always very nice and attentive. Love the omelets, grab and go breakfast sandwiches and all the little salads in the cooler. Also appreciated are the few tables that you can sit and eat at. A true hidden gem!”
“I ordered Boneless ribs, vegetable fried rice, and egg rolls. Food was delicious and I ordered online and it was ready when I got there. Also restaurant was clean.”
“Consistently top shelf quality.Fun place to dine out.Dining Room and Bar.Parking: Overflow parking out back.Kid-friendliness: Family friendly.Wheelchair accessibility: Good wheelchair access..”
“Very fresh donuts and cannolis! The staff was very pleasant and helpful. I really missed this place when they closed and was happy they reopened in Branford. They are closed on Monday and Tuesday, and only open until 3 on the other days. Sunday until 1:00. So go early to get your fresh baked goods. Delicious!?”
“Great place for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a big menu, and everything I have had is good ? they have one of the best buffalo chicken wraps I have had so far. It is very spacious inside and is great for large families.”
“The duck was very good and drunken noodles were average. My wife had asparagus shrimp and the asparagus was cooked perfect.Would probably get take out from here instead of dining in.Vegetarian options: Green goddess is a decent vegetarian option”
“Service & prices are on point. Food is dinner fare. Some items are better than others.Vegetarian options: Options are available.Dietary restrictions: Keto friendly options.”
“The barista was super kind and gave excellent service- the only place for which the card machine didn’t ask me to tip and where I wish they did because I had no cash.P.S. I ended up finding some money in my car and went back to leave it in the tip jar. Well deserved!! ?”
“The food was excellent! It was made fresh to order and the meat was so tender. Fried rice was just how I like it. Everything was seasoned very well. Definitely going back!”
“I can not express how amazing this little Cafe is. Every single time I am here I am so grateful for their amazing service, kindness and delicious food. Every single one of the girls working here are literal angels - thank you for helping to make my stressful Sunday work day the best possible and for helping me start the school year with an amazing assortment of treats for my students. ?? Unlike any other!!!!”
“This quaint and picturesque area has been my favorite place to relax usually after visiting my dentist in Branford but I never stepped in this establishment till yesterday. I tried pastrami reuben written on blackboard menu and was I surprised! It came out piping hot after about 5 minutes of prep time, perfectly grilled crunchy butter toasted delicious bread, succulent and juicy pastrami, sauer kraut done just right, and whatever dressing that complmented overall taste. I savored every bite of this amazing sandwich as I watched people walking and doing their thing by the dock.”
“Sometimes it just takes two brothers working side by side to get pizza just right and these two have in a big way! Our local go to spot for pizza, pasta and homemade bread. If eating in, you can bring your own beer or wine. If I lived in Italy it would be like going home and sitting in the kitchen! Since I live down the street even better! Don't miss the white clams casino or broccoli rabe and sausage red pizza! For pasta try the carbonara which is big enough for two!”
“I ordered takeout from this location so I can not speak to the staff or restaurant environment. However, for diner food, I was definitely impressed. My family and I ordered a variety of items on the menu and we enjoyed everything. My husband had the bacon cheeseburger and I had the pecan pancakes. We also ordered some of their puddings for dessert. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to try them in person and try other menu items.”
“Absolutely love coming to Archie's! The staff are so friendly. Their manager John always comes up to me and says hello as soon as I walk in the door & Maria knows my drink and food order perfectly. A great local spot in Branford to watch games and just hangout!!!”
“I went in and selected food from the hot bar - it was a chicken thigh, white rice, lentils and plantains, absolutely DELICIOUS! The owners were very nice, I will be going back very soon. Highly recommend!”
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“Stopped by this Popeyes on our way back into Massachusetts from New Jersey and were greeted by two smiling helpful young men, Isaiah and Rome. Food was great but they were even better and made our night. They were so friendly and kind. We need more friendly smiling ppl like them in this world!”
“Came here for the first time after living in the area for 30 years. It was a fundraiser and was pleasantly surprised how good the food was. This is a local establishment that has many loyal customers, especially during Saint Patrick. They had eggplant rotini , it was delicious. They also had stuffed mushrooms. That were very good. They also had two versions of stuff, potato skins, and breaded fried fried chicken. They were good. Nice small local place to gather and eat good bar food.”
“First off I'd like to stay. Outstanding customer service. The young man in the front is the best. The pizza is the best pizza in Branford. Very cozy spot. Their chicken cutlets are amazing and it's pretty much take out only one table in here. The subs are fantastic. 9.5/10.”
“I've been a couple of times & have enjoyed Cafe Fiore. The food is solid & their prices are good. They have a great ladies night on Tuesdays & a very nice happy hour selection, both for drinks and and apps The first server who waited on us was a really lovely, seasoned waiter - zero complaints. Our server the last time was sweet but we didn't see her as much as we'd have liked. The menu is standard nice Italian restaurant menu with a couple of Cafe Fiore specials. Again, solidly prepared. It is popular and usually busy, with a crowd mostly on the older side. Cafe Fiore is very comfortable, you'll enjoy your meal and you will be happy with the check. I will definitely be back. Very happy to have another local place to frequent!”
“This restaurant is a gem in short beach. My Autistic son loves this place and Juan treats him like his own. The food is incredible five star !!! Don't miss out!”
“Came down to watch the game and have some food. I love the fresh made gnocchi colognes, fantastic! My buddy had the gnocchi Della casa with added calamari, OUTSTANDING!!. Price has a bearing. But there is no room for discussion about the freshness or quality of food. For posting purposes, $20 is very inexpensive for the quality here. Totally recommend this place”
“Hidden gem on the water in a boat storage yard. We went for brunch Food was fresh and well prepared staff was pleasant, attentive and well informed. I travel with a vegan and a vegetarian this place was perfect for us lots of options for all. The layered dip had just the right amount of heat with great flavor highly recommend sharing this dish to start Avocado toast was brought to another level with a pesto base under the avocado and tomato’s with a balsamic drizzle on top. Cali burrito has the fries inside tasty and unexpected. Lobster roll perfectly grilled bun heaped with fresh lobster meat they happily substituted broccolini for the fries that usually come with it. Looking forward to returning and trying the outdoor dining area looks great was a bit cold and dreary outsideVegetarian options: Great vegetarian and vegan selections the layered dip is a must try. Everything was super fresh”
“My Sofia is 4 .this is her second year and she has so much fun with her dance friends that’s she’s growing with but most of all she’s having a greater understanding of dance this year having miss nikki as her teacher. she is fun but technical and big on taking direction ! Also we love miss rene and miss Adriana who she had last year !!! Thsnks dance unlimited ??❤️”
“I ordered takeout from this location so I can not speak to the staff or restaurant environment. However, for diner food, I was definitely impressed. My family and I ordered a variety of items on the menu and we enjoyed everything. My husband had the bacon cheeseburger and I had the pecan pancakes. We also ordered some of their puddings for dessert. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to try them in person and try other menu items.”
“Food was sooooo good. First thing we noticed is how clean it is....Ally & John are super friendly. We had chicken cordon Bleu, beef & broccoli, lemon chicken, and beef enchilada.....everything was delicious....was so nice to grab something and heat it up later and enjoy it when everyone got home.....and no work on my part....gotta love that....better than home cooking without all the fuss and mess.(Don't forget the dessert....we shared cookies and a blueberry dessert ? yum)”
“Little Riggs is a great restaurant! My husband had shrimp and grits. I had roasted duck. We sampled the truffle croquettes and beet salad with whipped ricotta. The flavors are amazing! Definitely worth a visit!Edit: we returned for breakfast and it was delicious! I had the BAHN Mi-LT, hubby had the O.G. Definitely the best sammies! Also, we shared a super yummy muffin!!?”
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“Overall we had a good experience, Food was very good, some very unique, wife loved the flight os salsas! Two things that need some work to get 5 stars, one is staffing, on the Wednesday we visited only two waitresses were working the floor, including the bar and hosting. I've never waited so long to be seated when there was no line and tables were ready! Once seated waitresses was awesome but she was clearly overworked that night. Also we were surprised on how small menu was, not a fan of overly large menus but this did not provide lots of options. Also first choice of beers we ordered off menu were out. So cooks great, waitresses great, management, not so great.”
“Service & prices are on point. Food is dinner fare. Some items are better than others.Vegetarian options: Options are available.Dietary restrictions: Keto friendly options.”
“I've been a couple of times & have enjoyed Cafe Fiore. The food is solid & their prices are good. They have a great ladies night on Tuesdays & a very nice happy hour selection, both for drinks and and apps The first server who waited on us was a really lovely, seasoned waiter - zero complaints. Our server the last time was sweet but we didn't see her as much as we'd have liked. The menu is standard nice Italian restaurant menu with a couple of Cafe Fiore specials. Again, solidly prepared. It is popular and usually busy, with a crowd mostly on the older side. Cafe Fiore is very comfortable, you'll enjoy your meal and you will be happy with the check. I will definitely be back. Very happy to have another local place to frequent!”
“Hesitated to order the osso bucco and was so surprised how great it was. You don't necessarily expect a meal like this at a burger kind of place but it was absolutely delicious! Hope they keep it on the menu!”
“I stopped in this pizzeria restaurant today and grabbed a slice of mozzarella pizza pie on the advice of a gentleman from the area stating this place is clean and consistently has good pizza. It is New Haven style.There is a restaurant here if someone wants to have a sit down meal.I noticed they have stuffed breads that sound delicious and some desserts that look delicious.The young lady that served me was nice. She assured me with her unbiased opinion that the pizza is good here, which I verified to be true.”
“Great place to eat Asian cuisine. ?I'm updating this review. Back in 2018-2019 the food were great.Lately, 2024, the food quality has gone down so low. I ordered shrimp fried rice which was lacking in taste, ingredients and the lack of care in its preparation is evident. Same goes for subsequent orders of 4 other dishes on 2 other occasions.So disappointing ?”
“wait times here have been insane lately. waited an hour the last fews times i've ordered from the app. just a bunch of people waiting around in here. food is good though so people don't have an issue waiting i ”
“Stopped by today for the first time and was truly impressed! They used coffee infused ice cubes in my ice coffee which is super rare and I very much appreciated. The donuts were also incredible- super fresh tasting. The lemon donut was one of the best donuts I've ever tried- not overpowering and not artificial tasting. The service was also great. Will absolutely be back to try more stuff.”
“I wish I took pictures of everything. I got the lemon cilantro swordfish from the specials menu, my boyfriend and his friend's wife got some sort of mole meal from the specials menu, and his friend got the crab cakes - all absolutely delicious! Awesome chips and salsa too! The salsa verde is my favorite! Great little hole in the wall.”
“We went to Easter buffet and it was very busy. That's probably why service was a bit slow. I was surprised that soda wasn't included in $50 pp price. Another restaurant doing a buffet that we had also considered offered unlimited mimosas and soda. We just assumed this would be the same. The food was good and they had a wide variety of foods. All 10 of us enjoyed it.Wheelchair accessibility: It was very easy to maneuver the wheelchair in and out of the restaurant.”
“The barista was super kind and gave excellent service- the only place for which the card machine didn’t ask me to tip and where I wish they did because I had no cash.P.S. I ended up finding some money in my car and went back to leave it in the tip jar. Well deserved!! ?”
“Great place for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a big menu, and everything I have had is good ? they have one of the best buffalo chicken wraps I have had so far. It is very spacious inside and is great for large families.”
“We went right when they opened, so it was quiet and empty. The food was good. Chips were warm and salsa was fresh and delicious. Very large portions. Staff was friendly and ”
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“THERE'S NO COMPLAINTS ON THE FOOD THE QUALITY OF FOOD WAS AWESOME THE STAFF IS SO SO FAMILY LIKE YOU JUST FEEL SO COMFORTABLE IN THERE AND I HAD THE BEST TIME AT THE BAR SITTING RIGHT AT THE BAR AND I HAD A RIBEYE STEAK AND IT WAS SO GOOD WITH MASHED POTATOES AND A BLOOD ORANGE MARGARITA WITH A BLACK CHERRIES IN IT OH MY GOD THAT IS THE DIE FOR I THINK I'M GOING TO GO GET ONE RIGHT NOW THANK YOU ???”