Village Cafe & Bistro
| Address: | 220 Albany Turnpike, Canton, CT 06019, USA |
| Phone: | +1 860-693-4302 |
| Site: | thevillagecafeandbistro.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 7AM–9PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–9PM 7AM–9PM 7AM–9PM 7AM–9PM |
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Jessie Read
I brought my one year old at 10am on a Friday morning. Just the two of us. wasnt very busy, we seated ourselves, after being told to. Got our own high chair. All of this, fine, no problem. After which we probably waited close to 10 minutes for someone to bring us menus. In those ten minutes, my hungry toddler was getting anxious, but I, like any good mom tried to keep him entertained and quiet. When the menus were brought we were asked if wed like a few minutes to look them over, sure but I put in our drink order. water and orange juice, which I figured we could share. 6-8 minutes later the server came back and asked if I wanted something for him, I said wed share, she said they had small cups with lids, if Id like. Very nice, not sure why not mention when I ordered them, but ok, thank you,yes. She takes our order, simple french toast special, non-crispy bacon, and two eggs scrambled homefries same bacon with English muffin. order takes another 8-10 minutes. ..ok, eggs soft scrambled, ok, homefries way over cooked, bacon with the eggs, crispy, English muffin, blackened on one side, french toast, just fine. sure. Saw server chatting with friend after we were done eating, apparently her birthday, ok every one has those days, sure. took another 8 min after being done and having cleared all our dishes to the side for our check to be brought. Now, I know and appreciate toddlers arent loved at every establishment, I get that. however, it was breakfast, on a weekday, not too busy, and not too complicated an order. I know Im writing a book of a review here, but I was looking for a quick, tasty breakfast that I could enjoy and my kid could get some food in his belly. I had neither of those, and I was vastly disappointed. whatever, I left a $5 tip on my $14 order, Ive been there. But I also wrote her a little note just recommending for future reference to at least try to get drinks out to folks with kids a little quickly since no one likes to deal with a**hole toddlers, least of all their parents. I get it, I do, really, but come on, a little efficiency, or at the least something delicious wouldve been really cool for the $20....
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Rob Gath
Today was the straw that broke the women back! We arrived at about 10:30am. the place was very busy I had my mom (88) my aunt (89) who had never been here. This was my fourth and last visit! We had to wait by the door ( no ones fault ) The staff all five that I counted moved like snails to clean off empty tables. When their was two empty tables I asked the wait person ( long brown hair mid 30s) if we could sit. I was told rudely I had to wait for my name to be called! No compassion for the two women who were left standing by the door for over 20 min. ( very cold out ) both about 4"11 in height. The food although is very unusual is never cook well. Over cooked eggs every time! Really? over easy came out over hard, last time I ordered pouched they were as hard as a rock. Now the wait staff, slow and one very rude. My waitress young dark hair was nice but when it came time to pay she was too busy on her cell phone behind the counter with a young man. The older waitress was very nice but on the counter. Why this place is so busy has to be the fact they are the only game in town. Great menu, juice with fruit amazing but the staff and Gross lack of some kind of management out front is unforgivable. You need to learn how to cook eggs! And get a staff who gives a dam about your customers as we do not have to come back! Sorry this review is under my brother name.
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Monica Swartley
Usually dont leave reviews, but this wasnt a good experience. The food was delicious, however, and if you dont mind a wait its a good little place. Our waitress paid us very little attention and our party of five felt ignored. The other waitresses seemed very friendly and attentive, though. We waited half an hour just to get our drinks and an hour for food. It was busy so a longer wait is understandable, but we were never checked on. Ive only heard good things about this place but was very disappointed. We came in around 11:30 and didnt leave until 2:00.
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Kay Smith
I feel like Im missing something. I dont mind waiting in a line if the breakfast spot is really outstanding, but honestly, there was nothing special about my meal. I ordered an omelet with the sweet potato hash browns. The food was good, but nothing to write home about. My husband felt the same way about his omelet, and he got an extra side of corned beef hash, which was a ridiculously minuscule portion for $7. Tip included, we spent $60 for breakfast for 2 adults and a child! Needless to say, we wont be back. Sorry.
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Ginnie Spagoda
Absolutely worth spending a few dollars more than another breakfast/lunch place for the better quality of ingredients, more diverse menu, and oh-my-goodness, the bacon. Bacon! Seating is limited (well, to clarify, the place is always busy), but the patio is opening for the spring which eases the crowd a bit. Coffee and tea are self-serve, so get a good grip on that mug, or youll get bumped on the way back to your table!
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David Lawton
This place is amazing. I am never disappointed when I come. They have an amazing breakfast menu with ever changing specials that are always great and unique. They also serve dinner a Thursday through Monday which is a hidden gem. Great option for couples because it is rarely too crowded and a very nice and quiet atmosphere. Every dish I have had here is amazing. Cant say enough good things about this place!
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leslie schoonmaker
The best place for breakfast in Canton, hands down. The menu is extensive and interesting, the variations on Eggs Benedict are incredible, and as a personal favorite of mine, the avocado is always the perfect ripeness! Coffee is self-serve, but never burned or stale. If anything, just know that in the colder months when the patio is closed, youre going to wait SOME TIME for a table...its always jammed!
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Scott Byer
I dont know about their breakfast because we just found this. Theyre open on Friday and Saturday nights. If their dinners are as good as their breakfast, by body is ready. Their potato salad game is on point man. I had some great fish and chips with some great sauce. Id get it again, and Ill have to try going to their breakfast, too.
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jim munsie
Unassuming place set back inside a small plaza. Everything we had was delicious. The chef here is excellent and knows what hes doing. The food is priced very fair for the quality. Im not sure what to recommend because everything was so great. At the very least give the lobster bisque a try. You wont be disappointed.
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Charles Carlin
What a wonderful breakfast place. Its almost as if grandma was in the 21st century and knew how to cook a wonderful breakfast. Service is superb. And I feel like Im sitting in somebodys kitchen somewhere getting breakfast served to me. Just wonderful. I want to go again. Too bad its 3000 miles from my home
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Cheryl Ben-David
Sweetest gem in our town! Coming from the NY metro area, thrilled to have located this cafe. The sophistication of the dishes will surprise you, the staff are friendly and make it a point to remember beverage orders and other dishes when you return. If you havent gone, youre missing out.
