49 Best Cafes near West Haven

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“I recently ordered a Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla & wings from Zee's. If you like spicy, this Quesadilla is for you! It was more than worth the price; it had great flavor, & it was packed! That was one big Quesadilla! I shared it with someone, because it was too much for me. Oh by the way, the garlic parm wings, & mild wings were delicious too! Don't sleep on Zee's food. It's fantastic. Also of note, check out their specialty drinks. Always something new & delicious to try!“

“The staff is so great, They have so many great drinks and treats to offer.. I definitely recommend this coffee shop and it’s a great to place to hang out! 👍“

“What a warm and wholesome vibe, and very authentic middle eastern food! The staff is so friendly and the Arabic coffee wakes me up like nothing else. Even being a customer at Havenly makes you a part of their commendable mission - to create space for international cultures“

“I always get their skinny lattes. ☕️☕️☕️ Delicious! Plus bagel with cream cheese & lox! Looking forward to trying various wines! 🍷🍷🍷“

“Walked into the shop and immediately there was the warmest smell of fresh cinnamon rolls in the oven - had to get some along with our coffee and so glad we did. Such a smooth iced americano and SUCH good cinnamon buns. The owner was so sweet! Glad we found this place to along around town“

“As soon as you arrive you are greeted with a glass of prosecco then you take in the exquisite architecture. The staff then escort you to your table and you're given a menu which is simple but you know right then and there the food is going to be outstanding and it was the service was excellent each dish that they brought out was delicious. The sauces had such great flavor. I would recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a culinary experience.“

“Very welcoming atmosphere with an upbeat vibe, very tasty teas & a variety to choose from.“

“During lunch break from having to serve jury duty I found this coffee shop down the street and decided to pop in. The two behind the counter were very friendly and inviting, and the special grilled cheese with tomato or bacon with soup was PERFECT . the chicken corn chowder came out piping hot and didn't even need any salt or pepper. I'm usually skeptical when someone has to make my coffee instead of me doing it, but unlike dunkin donuts the gentleman made it just right! they seem to have a familiar and friendly customer fan base, and I would definitely go back again.“

“I love this little Cafe. They have great food, wonderful service and a very welcoming and comfortable ambiance. It's a great place to meet a friend for coffee, have a working lunch or relax on the weekends. Personally my favorite is their Rumor sandwich!“

“Our absolute favorite place! Never had a bad meal. Service is excellent!!“

“Best place to sit in town and enjoy coffee and pastries. Beautiful ambience and friendly staff. Love going here!!“

“Excellent Food! Friendly Service! Unbelievable Deserts! My Favorite Restaurant!“

“The almond croissant was the best part of our trip to Connecticut! Crunchy on the outside with plenty of almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar and flaky on the inside with the most amazing and plentiful almond filling. The staff was super friendly and engaged with my daughter and her stuffed dog. This will be my first stop whenever I return the area“

“Form day one of visiting Charged Ansonia I fell in love with everything about the place. The staff is awesome offering a warm welcoming atmosphere. The shake's, and tea's are super yum, with tons of variety; there is definitely something for everyone. A great day for a needed pick me up!!!“

“Awesome empanadas and great food“

“Very welcoming atmosphere here at G! Highly recommend! Tried the mushroom croissant for the first time and OMG I am so glad I took their recommendation to try it, it was amazing ! Excellent food, great service and great overall vibe found right here. Don’t miss out. Must try !“

“Came to do trivia visiting from San Diego, CA. I gotta say what a good time! They have great food, greater drinks and impeccable service. Our server was Michelle and she was fantastic! We ordered the fish and chips and the turkey sub with fries. Both were delightful! We came in last place for trivia and got a consolation prize! ? Great times, good food, good people. Highly recommend for a casual night out for food and drinks!“

“Bowl=AMAZING Staff= VERY FRIENDLY AND PATIENT Will definitely be returning!!“

“Best place with the best people and the drinks are great!“

“Very friendly staff. Great music and coffee“

“Every time I visit New Haven, G Café is one of my favorite stops. It has that cozy, small-town café charm that instantly makes you feel at home.
This time, I went in hoping to get some work done, and it didn’t disappoint. There were others working too, which created a nice focused vibe. The free Wi-Fi and sunny window view made it an ideal spot to spend the afternoon.
I ordered the ham and cheese quiche—absolutely perfect—and paired it with an iced latte (requested with less ice, and to my surprise, they actually followed through!). For just $14, I got great food, great coffee, and a peaceful three-hour work session. Definitely a spot I want to come back to.“

“Loved the atmosphere, the fantastic customer service, the food, and the coffee. Would absolutely go back.“

“The woman working was super sweet and let me call in my order and even brought it out to me since I had two toddlers sound asleep and didn’t want to wake them up. Completely recommend“

“Great food and great customer service my favorite restaurant ?? never disappoint me Regi was so helpful thank you“

“Had state street for the first time today after a hockey game. It was super busy but they quickly got us seated nonetheless. The food was SO GOOD. Well worth the price! The siracha maple syrup is FANTASTIC.“

“Common Grounds in Branford is my “Go to” every day after my workouts. I meet with friends for coffee and spirited conversation, and see a lot of people I know….and I always make new friends! The staff is AMAZING and I love the owners! Great vibe and the BEST JAVA on the planet. And the wraps…..YUMMY!!!! Thank you!!“

“We had oysters on half shells for antipasto and a lobster fettuccine and a branzino (which came with sauteed spinach and purple potatoes) for main courses, then finished with a berries cheesecake.\n\nNow the oysters were so good that we ordered another four. Then my husband had a bite of the fettuccine and told me, it's so good he felt like flying with wings. Which made me wonder what he meant, so I had a bite. The parsley worked magically with the lobster, and the fettuccine was done perfectly. And the lobster was succulent and sweet.\n\nNow back to my branzino. I actually never liked branzino the fish, mainly for its boring texture and taste. I ordered it just because I felt adventurous today, really. But this one surprised me. The crushed pistachios somehow worked wonders with the branzino, hah! And the sauteed spinach, as well as the grilled purple potatoes, were mind blowing. I will go back, if not for the lobster fettuccine, only for the spinach and the purple potatoes.\n\nOh, and we had a side of sauteed broccoli rabe which was no less miraculous than the spinach and purple potatoes. We agreed that this is a restaurant we'll visit again soon.\n\nThe dessert was a neat finish to the fulfilling meal. This was a happy, rainy evening.\n\nOh and we loved Francesco. We had servers who would constantly make remarks or gestures that left guests feeling bothered and uneasy, but Francesco was just right. He's so cordial and effective, always there when we thought to look up but never intrusive or inhospitable for the sake of being hospitable. I guess he's also part of the reason we felt so comfortable dining there.“

“I can only say that this place surprised me a lot, everything is organic and prepared instantly. The flavors in each bite are unique, no sugar, no gluten, no processed flours. And the spectacular attention there is a lot of healthy information in each dish. I’m definitely going back.“

“Delicious wraps today, great service, and ready in 5 minutes!“

“The best coffee in town! They care about where and how the coffee is sourced!“

“I like Dante's Inferno and the Columbian dark roast. The cafe boasts lovely natural lighting and essentially, the cafe is a large solarium. The cafe plays classic soul music most of the time. It's good for a quick bite. The KBT dining staff are always lovely and they roast their own beans.“

“best cardamom lattes, beautiful pastries, lovely interior!“

“Every bite was delicious!“

“Good coffee and pastries, and good people. Great place to relax.“

“Love the relaxing atmosphere! We were able to enjoy a couple of Trivia Nights which were incredibly fun. The neighbors complaints put a stop to those 🤬🙄 The coffee is amazing! I cannot recommend their food because of the teeny tiny portions. I had a pricy salad that equaled to about two cups of greens & at most a 1/3 of a portobello mushroom cap. I went home & ate since I was starving! Note: I had the salad sans goat cheese. An increased amount of the other two ingredients would have been appreciated!“

“Excellent Fresh Delicious High Quality Coffee
Many different varieties of coffee
Great service with a smile
Delicious baked goods
So glad me & my girl randomly stumbled into this place
Far exceeded my expectations!!!!!
Cant wait to hit the place again
PERFECT. Long Live Independent Shops
My girl loved it too & she is very particular with her coffee“

“It was great and the outside is beautiful the waiters great Kristen and Cody“

“I live in the area and stop in from time to time to grab pastries and coffee or lunch. I love their pastries. Ended up with a croissant that had just come out of the oven! Hands down one of the best I've ever had. All the workers are really nice and it's a cute little shop with nice indoor and outdoor seating when the weather is nice.“

“Tucked in the back of the beautiful Graduate Hotel, Poindexter Coffee has become my go-to spot. The lobby’s cool furniture and big communal tables make it feel stylish but relaxed, and the space itself is great, high ceilings, tons of natural light, and plenty of room to spread out. The coffee is consistent. The staff is genuinely kind, especially to pets; my dog is always welcomed with smiles and a treat. Between the pet-friendly vibe (hotel included), friendly service, and comfortable setup, it’s the perfect place to post up with a latte and stay awhile. Highly recommend.“

“Really good authentic yarde style food out here in Middletown. Being from Hartford I know good Jamaican food when I taste it and they got it, the cook pops out every now and then to great you like a sweet mom. Staff upfront is super nice and accommodating. Keep up the great work guys.“

“The jalapeno cheddar bacon soft pretzel rocked my socks off. I'm definitely coming back!“

“Cozy atmosphere, really extensive wine list and comprehensive tasting notes. I love to do a wine flight (3 2 oz. glasses) and do a blind tasting with a partner, then try to match them to the wine based off of the tasting notes. We also tried the chocolate lava cake, which was decent and a good pairing with the drinks. Service was attentive and excellent. A wonderful experience overall, and an underrated gem in the neighborhood.“

“Just stopped for coffee and bread. Staff was very helpful“

“3bars available, 1 in the main area near what can be a seating area or dance floor depending on event.Another by pool tables and DJ booth and a 3rd in another sit/standing area. Nice enclosed but out door area with seating. 8 large screen tvs and a projector used for many activities sports, presentations, DJs. Great for a nice cool out lounge. Even better for events as well. Food is delicious and freshly made. Without a doubt the worth the wait. Wait time for food is minimal not excessive. Wait times for seating depending on event. Great hospitality.“

“Great atmosphere. Delicious ginger cookies. And refreshing drinks.“

“This place deserves a 5 star rating. The food is phenomenal, I’ve never had a bad meal here. The specials board offers new dishes every day for breakfast and lunch and they are incredible every time. Super creative, thoughtful, fresh and high quality. Service is fantastic too, very nice servers/cashiers, quick and friendly. Paula is a wonderful chef, and her service and cooking staff deserve all the praise. Very professional here, 10/10.“