Restaurants near Broad Brook

“Hole in the wall but great food usually. Service is a little rough as they appear to be short handed all the time. Reminds me of a NJ hole-in-the-wall Chinese restaurant- that is meant as a solid compliment! Will continue to order from here.”

“Very very polite and helpful seems no matter whos there working Great chicken stop in and try some

Parking: Plenty of spaces out front and both along the left and right side of building”

“Just tried Miracle Shakes. Amazing! Friendly owner and DELICIOUS shake and smoothie! Never had a protein shake that I couldn’t taste the protein. This tasted exactly like ice cream! Can’t say enough! Go try! You won’t be disappointed!”

“Update: I have been notified that they are bringing the rice and grain bowls back! 👏. I changed it back to ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.
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D’Angelo’s in Vernon, CT. just made one of the worst menu decisions I’ve ever seen. The Rice & Grain Bowls — the items that actually made you different from every other sandwich shop — are gone. The Southwest and Korean BBQ bowls were incredible, and the matching sandwiches were just as good. Now all of them have been removed. We already have plenty of sub shops. What made D’Angelo’s special was the bowls. Without them, you’re just another sandwich place in a sea of sandwich places.
I used to give you five stars. Now it’s one.
Bring back the Rice & Grain Bowls — this “menu experiment” is a huge mistake.”

“Long Gut Miss Pinny is such a hidden gem in Manchester. The food was amazing, the atmosphere was great, and the service was even better. Everything tasted super fresh and homemade. It’s run by a mother and daughter, and you can really tell how much care goes into the food. The mac and cheese was so good, the Jamaican patties were perfectly flaky, and the pepper shrimp had the perfect amount of spice. The chicken soup with pumpkin was comforting and flavorful, and the oxtail and curry chicken were absolutely delicious. Definitely a spot I’ll be going back to. Highly recommend checking it out.”

“This place is a gem! You don’t need to be vegetarian to LOVE the food here. I am soooo glad I discovered it.”

“Vernon Coffee Roasters is a welcome addition to Vernon. If you haven't tried their coffee yet, give it a try! The flavor is superb! They offer a poor over which is a must try. Absolutely amazing! Along with excellent coffee is the friendliest owner and staff you could meet.”

“The service is incredible, Madison helped me understand all the allergies and recommended some cookies for me to try, while doing all of this it looked like she was alone but didn't rush me and let me take the time I needed. After I ordered and she went to get my cookies it looked like she was doing everything behind the counter at once and it looked fantastic. Will come back again”

“Our family recently visited Hungry Pot Korean BBQ to celebrate my son’s birthday, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. For many of us, this was our first time dining at a Korean BBQ restaurant, and our server, Tian, went above and beyond to make it memorable. He warmly interacted with everyone at the table, guided us through the ordering process, and even prepared several dishes right at our table, allowing us to try a wide variety of options. The food was fresh, flavorful, and plentiful, leaving everyone fully satisfied. The environment was clean and inviting, the staff was attentive and friendly, and the overall dining experience exceeded our expectations. We left with great memories, and I would highly recommend Hungry Pot Korean BBQ to anyone seeking delicious food and excellent service in a welcoming atmosphere. Reasonably priced, Great food – fresh, flavorful, and plentiful, Friendly staff attentive and welcoming Clean environment Awesome dining experience – fun and engaging Beautiful décor – warm and inviting atmosphere”

“Great customer service, great selection of frozen treats. Friendly and did great with our ice cream social”

“So fresh and delicious! #7th Day Give Back Event to benefit local food banks!”

“If you haven’t been here GOO!!! Such a fun time for everyone… ages 10+ AND also just found out they have an Axe League on Thusday nights!! Met the owner, which the restaurant inside is named after. (Gaetano) The pizza looked AMAZING! 🍕 I however didn’t get any but had a piece of pepperoni, and it’s deff not the cheap crappy stuff! They are working on perfecting their wings! 😋 Learned some history about how, and why he started the Axe Throwing business….and how he recommends Jimmy's Pub Enfield ( Where I happen to work)to all his customers. 😊 love how he also supports small local businesses as well! He seems like a very nice, humble guy. “ I created round tables so everyone could sit and face each other. Also I don’t want people staring at a television. I like seeing them together and spending time doing things with each other” So much fun!! Especially on Black Light Fridays. Axe Man Dave has been the bestttt!!! Everyone we go! Wednesday is also super sweet and has a great personality and vibe about her!!”

“Just had a great meal, great service, lovely little cafe, fresh cooked meals. Bread, salad and soup was fantastic. Generous servings and deserts. Will be back”

“This coffee shop is so much more than a place to grab a drink. It is like a community living room. Warm, creative, and welcoming in the most genuine way. There are art supplies to sit and create, free books to borrow, and games to play. It’s a place that invites you to slow down, connect, and stay awhile. The cold brew I had today was absolutely amazing…..smooth, rich, and clearly made with care. Even more meaningful was the experience with the owner. Her kindness, authenticity, and passion shine through in every detail of this space. You can feel how much heart has gone into building something that truly serves the community. I’m so grateful to my son and his girlfriend for encouraging us to stop in after a UConn game, what a gift that recommendation was. Places like this are rare, and they matter. If you love small businesses, creativity, connection, and spaces that bring people together, please show up and support this one. Bring a friend. Stay for a while. Make it part of your routine. Convenient to the XL Center, Yard Goats, downtown, and right off the highway. Closed Mondays, open all other days — plan your visit and don’t miss it. Support this local gem. Our community needs places like this. ☕️📚🖌️🥰”

“Katie absolutely changed my life with this Açaí bowl. In the way to Playa I was super anxious about my life and future. Katie was extremely kind and completely turned my day around. What a fantastic human and worker. I’m back on track after this bowl!”

“We visited Mario’s for the first time on Friday Feb 27th after seeing a Facebook ad for their fish and chips dinner. We were beyond surprised and very pleased with the entire experience. The fish and chips was the best we have had, the waitress was very attentive and friendly. Although the place is small it was super busy with lots of take out orders but that didn’t affect the dining room orders coming out in a timely fashion. We most definitely will be visiting again real soon to see what other delicious choices they have on their menu. Great job Mario see you again soon.”

“In town from MD for training- this welcoming place was a great start to my time in CT! Thank you!”

“The food is outstanding. The service is top notch. Overall a great atmosphere. Also I recommend the catering. The portions were fantastic and quality was the best. This is why I keep going back. A great Diner for everyone”

“Today was my first time here! I had an amazing experience! The food was great! My frozen coffee was delicious! But the most amazing thing was I saw an employee stop what he was doing to bring an elderly dog back to his neighbor! It’s the little things for me. I will definitely be going back for some ice cream and frozen coffee this summer! Thanks for sharing your beautiful property!”

“Food is amazing and the service is great! 😊 So excited to hear they are coming to the lake in Southwick Ma!!!”

“Clean Restaurant, Friendly n Welcoming Staff and Fantastic Food!!! I have No need to go to any other Restaurant cuz they have it All here..In my opinion, it's the Best Jamaican Restaurant in Hartford.”

“I’ve been here countless times and the food is consistently very good. The servers are always friendly too. Tonight I sat at the bar after a class and ordered grinders for takeout. Absolutely THE best grinders we’ve had in forever. My veggie and cheese grinder was LOADED with veggies! My husband’s grinder had so much nest he could have created 2 more grinders. Thank you Soula and staff. You are all top notch!”

“The Spot Café truly lives up to its name it hits the spot every time. You can tell there’s real love and care put into the food, from the presentation to the flavor. The cafe is welcoming, making you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. It may be a small space, but it delivers big on quality and experience. This place is definitely a hidden gem in East Hartford.”

“We LOVE Dairy Cream so much 🤍”

“Everything g is the best at Russo's. we've tried othe Italuan Bakery's and none can compare. From their Cannoli's, Sfogliatella, Italian Cookies, and their frozen dinners are awesome also.”

“- Very calming and professional vibe - Answered all the questions I had with ease. - Dottie is very kind and polite I will definitely recommend this shop to everyone.”

“This young man Andrew is amazing, truly Amazing. I was pleased with his food, charm, mannerism and his staff. The food was excellent. He sold over 2500 empanadas today. The eat in diners couldn’t stop praising his dishes. The way he works with his customers is amazing. My hat off to him and his staff. Keep up the good work, Andrew. My family will be back for more. Five Stars”

“The Stir-Fry Cashew Duck was spectacular. The Chicken Dumpling Soup has a really good broth. Friendly, alert staff. Fair prices. Doesn't look like much for dine-in but I'll definitely be back for take-out. Nice menu.”

“Love the vibe at the Tolland location. Staff is friendly. Tolland egg and cheese was amazing. The matcha was refreshing and my iced latte hit the spot.”

“We stopped into Cooley’s Kitchen while visiting family in Connecticut, and somehow it already feels like part of “home” for us. 🧡🐾 Jen helped us find a table near the back during dinner rush, which ended up being perfect. Low traffic, quieter, and right by a beautiful sunset. As disabled guests with a power chair, sensory overload can happen fast for us, especially in busy restaurants. Whether intentional or not, both Jen and Aaron seemed incredibly aware of the environment around us. Several times when the sun started shining directly into our eyes, one of them would naturally step into the light while checking on us so we could keep enjoying our cheeseburger grinder without getting overwhelmed. Small thing maybe, but it mattered a lot to us. What stood out most was how human everything felt. Not forced “customer service.” Real care. Jen sat and talked with patrons and you could immediately tell this is a place locals genuinely love. Friends, families, regulars. Everyone seemed comfortable there. They checked in with us based on timing and body language, not because some policy told them to stop by every few minutes. Even the thumbs up from across the room felt personal and warm. We had a chance to talk a little about the restaurant too. Hearing that this was Aaron’s dream and that they’ve been building it together for the last two years honestly made the experience even better. You can feel the passion behind the place. Aaron being a chef and Jen helping build the community side of it makes the whole restaurant feel alive in a way chain restaurants never do. Every time we come to Connecticut, we stop here…usually more than once. Truthfully, places like this are part of why we’ve started looking at Ellington as somewhere we could someday call home, even all the way from Iowa. Good food matters. But being seen as human matters more. Cooley’s Kitchen gave us both. 🧡🐾”