9 Best Coffee Shops in Hamden

“Funcle’s Café is a great location with friendly staff and delicious food. We came in at lunch time and were greeted by helpful staff. They quickly took our order and served our food. The portions were very large, especially for the lower prices, and the food was delicious. The BLT had fresh and crunchy tomatoes and lettuce, and had a great ratio of ingredients. It also featured tons of bacon. The muffin was warm with melty chocolate chips and was covered in powdered sugar. The best was easily the Breakfast Burrito (which I didn’t get a picture of because we ate it so quickly, but was incredible). Easily the best breakfast burrito we’ve ever had. It was warm, tasty, and packed with a perfect combination of ingredients. Everything was excellently prepared, and the pico de gallo, garlic aïoli, and home fries added a perfect touch to the breakfast burrito. As we left we had to give our compliments to the chef. Needless to say, as we told them, we will certainly be back for more the next time we’re the in the area. Check out Funcle’s Café the next time you’re nearby! You won’t be disappointed.“

“I would’ve thought that a video rental store wouldn’t last very long in the age of on demand streaming. But what if you want to watch an old silent film? Or An obscure foreign film? Or maybe you still have a VCR hanging around & you don’t know what to do with it. Well, BEST VIDEO & CULTURAL CENTER is the place for you. They have a mind shattering huge archive of movies. There is also a coffee bar that serves all types of coffee & tea as well as beer & wine. I do believe I have found a new happy place! The employees are very friendly & super knowledgable about films of all genres. I’d highly recommend that you stop by & check it out. After 1 visit you’ll probably become a happy regular customer.“

“I’ve been here a few times so far this year, and I love it! This coffee shop definitely gives “small town/quaint” coffee shop vibes. By that I mean it has an effortless, welcoming, authentic feel. It is simple, uncomplicated, and inexpensive- a gem for coffee people. Today I ordered the seasonal S’mores cold brew for my occasional sweet coffee treat (I tend to prefer a splash of cream only) and it was a delight! The service is always fast, friendly, and the server(s) are helpful in explaining different things if asked. The food fantastic the times I’ve ordered it. The cafe is spotless.

Vegetarian options: Dairy free and meat free options.

Parking: Can get a little busy but always able to find a spot.“

“My husband and I were in town in business, googled “best coffee place nearby”, and Cantean popped up with excellent reviews. We were charmed by the easy, comfortable vibe walking in, and by the friendly greeting we received. We decided to share a sandwich, which turned out to be substantial and scrumptious: plenty of ham and Brie with a nice thick layer of fresh spinach, on a wonderful Peasant bread. John got coffee, and I had a beautiful matcha latte, finishing things off with a couple of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. Everything was beautifully prepared and wrapped, with the perfect number of napkins included, at a very reasonable price. We very much enjoyed the experience at Cantean Coffee and Tea, and happily recommend it to everyone!“

“We celebrated Margot’s bday here this morning and Wilson the owner made it extra special for us by showing us how the coffee beans were ground and also let Lisa take the wheel - we had a blast!“

“Great wait staff Food was delish“

“Man , honestly hasn't changed at all since I needed a highchair, I still to this day use there home frys as the basis for all to hope too be some what close to..I remember being with my Great Grandfather, my Great uncle Bernie, and my father (all of whom have passed away) I might live in Minneapolis MN now but I am fortunate that the memories are in my mind forever . Thankful that this land marke is still the same place I remember. Thank you so very much for the years of turn n burn Greatness“

“Great wait staff Food was delish“