The Po Cafe Menu - Washington, CT

Think farm harvest meets teen foodie. Local bounty snuggles up to big city food trends. Down home and soulful meets fresher then fresh.#MeetYouAtThePo. Also known as Luke’s Diner from the hit series Gilmore Girls. Stop in to enjoy their famous burgers, pop tarts, delicious coffee, and so much more!

Based on 84 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

The Po Cafe 06793

Address:
5 Kirby Rd, Washington, CT 06793

Phone: (860) 868-1879

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Hours

Saturday	8 AM–2 PM
Sunday	Closed
Monday (Labor Day)	Closed
Tuesday	7:30 AM–2 PM
Wednesday	7:30 AM–2 PM
Thursday	7:30 AM–2 PM
Friday	7:30 AM–2 PM

LUNCH –
CHICKEN WINNER Southern fried, dark meat chicken with pickles and our Winner sauce on grilled brioche	$10.30
THE DEHLI SANDWICH Poached, lightly curried chicken salad with sliced grapes, toasted almonds, and shredded lettuce	$11.40
GREEN HILL Avocado, cucumber, seasonal lettuce, local sprouts, local fresh mozzarella or vg mozz, Goddess dressing and a reduction of white balsamic on multigrain	$11.40
VG GREEN HILL Avocado, cucumber, seasonal lettuce, local sprouts, local VG mozz, Goddess dressing and a reduction of white balsamic on multigrain	$13.15
THANKSGIVING BREAK In-house roasted turkey breast with whole cranberry sauce, lettuce, mayo and our bread stuffing on home style white *ask for it warmed, “Winter Break”	$11.40
FLAT RATE BURGER 1/4# ground chuck smash burger, minced onions and pickles on grilled cheese	$10.00
FOOD FOR THOUGHT In-house roasted turkey breast, lettuce, tomato, local sprouts, avocado, havarti, sunflower seeds, and herbed mayo on multigrain	$11.40
THE REITMAN WRAP NO SUBSTITUTIONS The Gunn School legend- organic breaded chicken, applewood smoked bacon, fries, cheese, and Russian wrapped, then grilled no substitutions*	$11.15
THE PO PORK Slowly roasted, pulled pork with Flirtation Farms BBQ sauce on grilled brioche	$11.40
SLOPPY JOSH The Po Pork on grilled cheese	$11.40
CHICKEN NUGGETS Always comes with fries!	$9.70
LOBSTER ROLL the lobster roll comes with chips only	$30.25
SPECIALS
TMB- No Substitutions Tomatoes, mozzarella and house (nf) pesto with a balsamic drizzle on a baguette	$10.85
CHICKEN PAILLARD- No Substitutions Grilled organic chicken on freshly baked baguette with house (nf) pesto and white balsamic glaze	$10.85
CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP- No Substitutions Romaine, our Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan, grilled organic chicken breast.	$10.85
CHICKEN RANCH SANDWICH Southern Fried chicken breast with bacon, buffalo ranch, red onion and cheddar on brioche	$11.70
SIMPLE SAMMIES & SUCH
DON’T BE JELLY Peanut butter or nut-free Sunbutter and Flirtation Farms concord grape jelly	$6.60
PLAINLY GOOD GRILLED CHEESE	$6.60
OL’ SKOOL EGG SALAD	$9.15
BLT	$10.30
ABLT Avocado + BLT	$12.00
TUNA SALAD	$11.15
ORGANIC CHICKEN CUTLET	$11.15
SALADS & SALAD BOWLS
THE PO-KE Sushi grade tuna, avocado, pickled ginger, sesame seeds, cucumber, wasabi sprouts, slightly spicy pineapple drizzle and seaweed salad with house-made carrot ginger dressing and soy sauce on the side (DF)	$17.70
THE VEGAN PO-KE Marinated tofu, pickled ginger, shredded cabbage, sesame seeds, cucumber, wasabi sprouts, slightly spicy pineapple drizzle and seaweed salad with house-made carrot ginger dressing and soy sauce on the side (VG)	$15.40
RAINBOW NOODLE BOWL Peanut noodles, a rainbow of seasonal veggies, edamame, greens and carrot ginger dressing (VG)	$11.40
THE GREEN Seasonal mixed greens with our candied spiced nuts, dried fruits and local goat cheese, served with Great Brook Sugar House’s maple vinaigrette (GF, VG)	$11.40
THE COBB Local blue cheese, local greens and tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, avocado and hard boiled egg, with Flirtation Farms tarragon vinaigrette	$14.85
CAESAR SALAD Crisp Romaine, our Caesar or VG Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan or VG “Parm” and croutons (can be made GF upon request using our roasted chick peas)	$10.85
OUR DAILY GRAIN Our quinoa and edamame salad with changing accompaniments to reflect seasonal trends and local harvests (GF, VG)	$11.40
THE DEHLI SALAD Poached, lightly curried chicken salad with toasted almonds and grapes atop late harvest greens with seasonal veggies and Flirtation Farms’ tarragon vinaigrette on the side (GF, DF)	$11.15
SHRIMP LOUIE Poached shrimp with classic Louie sauce, cherry tomatoes, avocado and hard boiled egg	$15.40
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD Crisp Romaine, our Caesar or VG Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan or VG “Parm” and croutons (can be made GF upon request using our roasted chick peas)	$13.70
SIDES –
FRENCH FRIES	$5.15
POTOTS	$5.15
DEVILED EGGS	$2.30
HIGH PROTEIN GRAIN	$5.70
CURRIED CHICKEN	$5.70
SESAME NOODLES	$5.70
JOE CHIPS	$3.15
SIDE OF TUNA SALAD	$6.85
SIDE OF EGG SALAD	$6.30
FOX FAMILY CHIPS	$3.15
DRINKS- HOUSEMADE
ESPRESSO	$3.45
CAPPUCCINO	$4.00
HOT LATTE	$3.75
ICED LATTE Iced= 3 shots of espresso	$4.85
BREWED HOT COFFEE Always CT roasted! We rotate between Sun Coffee Roasters (Plainville), Zero Prophet (Washington) and Krafted Brew Lab (Bantam)	$2.30
BREWED ICED COFFEE	$4.60
BREWED HOT TEA We primarily use Harney and Sons Teas unless otherwise specified. One size, 16 oz	$4.00
BREWED ICED TEA Specify green tea or orange pekoe. If you don’t specify, we will default to orange pekoe.	$4.30
HOUSE-MADE LEMONADE	$4.60
PO PALMER	$4.85
ICED CHAI LATTE	$4.60
ICED DIRTY CHAI LATTE	$5.45
HOT CHAI LATTE	$3.45
HOT DIRTY CHAI LATTE	$4.30
MATCHA	$5.15
Chocolate Milk	$2.85
DRINK SPECIALS- SEASONAL
FLIRTATION FARMS LAVENDER LATTE	$4.85
STRAWBERRY MILK Whole milk and strawberry syrup over ice *no substitutions	$4.60
VEGANS LIKE THIS A LATTE Coconut milk mocha latte	$4.85
GOLDEN MILK A delicious coffee/tea alternative…turmeric and ginger steamed with your choice of milk, and sweetened with CT maple or local honey	$4.60
LaTEA Your choice of tea, vanilla and steamed milk	$3.75
TOO FLY FOR A WHITE CHAI Chai, vanilla, espresso and cinnamon	$4.30
BOBA PO PALMER	$8.30
MORNING, BEN Matcha with steamed oat milk and maple syrup *no substitutions	$6.30
SNICKERS LATTE Caramel chocolate with espresso	$5.45
STRAWBERRY MILK LATTE Whole milk and strawberry syrup over ice with a shot of espresso *no substitutions	$6.85
FRENCH TOAST LATTE Espresso, maple syrup, a hint of vanilla and cinnamon infused milk topped with whipped cream	$5.15
CINNAMON DOLCE LATTE Our house-made cinnamon dolce syrup and espresso over milk	$5.15
FISH BOWL Po lemonade, Nerds, spirulina, and Swedish Fish	$6.85
COSMO WANDA Strawberry matcha latte	$6.30
BOBA LEMONADE	$8.00
BOBA TEA	$8.00
COCONUT S’MORE FRAP-PO-CINO (No Substitutions) – Toasted Marshmallow & Coconut fused into a thick and creamy shake blended together with our signature ‘Frap’ roast and served with whip and marshmallow topping.	$10.30
SMOOTHIES –
THE ROXBURY Mixed berries and OJ	$8.55
THE YES, PLEASE Strawberries, blueberries, bananas, mango and pineapple with OJ	$8.55
PINNACLE SUNSET Pineapple, mango, and OJ with pepper lime drizzle	$8.55
MAKE YOUR OWN SMOOTHIE	$8.55
DRINK CASE
COLD DRINKS	$2.85
COOKIES –
LINZER COOKIES	$3.75
ALMOND COOKIE	$4.00
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE	$3.45
BLACK & WHITE COOKIE	$4.00
SOOKIE COOKIE	$4.30
GINGER COOKIE	$4.30
GF VG PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE (GF, VG)	$4.00
PO CHIP COOKIE	$3.75
SUGAR COOKIE	$3.15
FUNFETTI COOKIE	$4.00
Biscotti	$3.45
FRESHLY BAKED SWEETS & SAVORIES
BUTTERMILK BISCUIT Plain Blueberry Bacon Cheddar Let us know if you’d like us to substitute a different type of biscuit if we are out or credit you.	$3.45
CRUFFIN	$4.30
APPLE TART	$5.70
ALL-BUTTER CROISSANT	$3.75
CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT CROISSANT	$3.75
ALMOND CROISSANT	$4.30
STRAWBERRY AND SWEET CHEESE CROISSANT	$4.60
HAM, EGG, & CHEESE CROISSANT	$5.15
SPINACH AND FETA CROISSANT	$4.85
HAM AND GRUYERE CROISSANT	$4.85
APPLE FRITTER	$5.70
POPTART Flirtation Farms freshly harvested rhubarb and strawberries make the filling, flaky pastry, a thin layer of frosting and rainbow sprinkles complete this Po favorite.	$5.70
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE	$5.70
BLUEBERRY COFFEE CAKE PIECE	$4.60
BISCOTTI Chocolate, Chocolate chip, Plain, Cranberry (we may be out and have to substitute)	$3.45
DARK CHOCOLATE BROWNIE	$4.60
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE	$5.15
KEY LIME BARS	$4.30
LEEK & PARMESAN CROISSANT	$4.85
MACAROONS naturally gf	$4.60
CHOCOLATE CROISSANT	$4.30
RICE KRISPIE TREATS	$4.30
BAGELS
Bagels NYC bagels, delivered daily. Give us your first (and second) choice; we may have to substitute. -Everything -Plain -Sesame -Poppy	$4.00
MUFFINS –
GF MORNING GLORY MUFFIN	$4.60
CORN MUFFIN	$4.30
LEMON POPPY MUFFIN	$4.30
BANANA NUT MUFFIN	$4.30
CHOCOLATE MUFFIN	$4.30
BLUEBERRY MUFFIN	$4.30
CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFIN	$4.30
CANDY
CANDY We get new candy in almost daily and try to keep up here. If you don’t see something, call and ask!	$0.75
BREAKFAST –
CHICKEN SINNER The breakfast version of our famous Chicken Winner, southern-fried dark meat chicken on freshly baked buttermilk biscuit with our maple-based Sinner Sauce	$8.00
FRENCH TOAST Two pieces of our oversized, maple-sweetened, brioche French toast buttered, sugared, and served with Great Brook Sugar House maple for dipping	$9.15
GRILLED BACON, EGG, & CHEESE	$6.30
GRILLED EGG & CHEESE	$5.70
GRILLED HAM, EGG, & CHEESE	$6.60
GRILLED PLANT BASED SAUSAGE, EGG & CHEESE	$7.45
GRILLED SAUSAGE, EGG, & CHEESE	$6.85
OVERNIGHT OATS Naturally sweetened and made with non dairy milk. Check out our daily special, served with house-made, seasonal ginger granola and Sullivan Farm’s maple syrup	$7.45
PO TACO Scrambled egg and chorizo on grilled corn tortilla, with cheese, birria and Po tots	$5.70
SPINACH AND CHEESE TOASTIE Fresh spinach and our own cheese blend broiled on toasted sourdough bastone	$9.15
THE FULL MONTE Griddled ham, scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon and cheese on maple sweetened French Toast served with local, Great Brook Sugar House maple syrup for dipping	$10.85
THE GREEN TOAST Avocado, local sprouts, lemon, freshly cracked black pepper, and flaky sea salt atop toasted black bread (vg)	$9.15
THE RICKY BOBBY Southern-fried dark meat chicken on a buttermilk biscuit with our Sinner sauce plus a fried egg	$9.15
YOGURT PARFAIT/VG YOGURT PARFAIT Local yogurt with our seasonal ginger granola, local honey or CT maple and seasonally fresh fruit and/or house made curd	$6.85
CHIA SEED PUDDING	$7.45
FRESHLY BAKED SWEETS & SAVORIES
ALMOND CROISSANT	$4.30
APPLE FRITTER	$5.70
APPLE TART	$5.70
BERRY TART	$5.70
BUTTERMILK BISCUIT Plain Blueberry Bacon Cheddar Let us know if you’d like us to substitute a different type of biscuit if we are out or credit you.	$3.45
BLUEBERRY COFFEE CAKE PIECE	$4.60
CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT CROISSANT	$3.75
CRUFFIN	$4.30
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE	$5.70
HAM AND GRUYERE CROISSANT	$4.85
HAM, EGG, & CHEESE CROISSANT	$5.15
ALL-BUTTER CROISSANT	$3.75
POPTART Flirtation Farms freshly harvested rhubarb and strawberries make the filling, flaky pastry, a thin layer of frosting and rainbow sprinkles complete this Po favorite.	$5.70
SPINACH AND FETA CROISSANT	$4.85
STRAWBERRY AND SWEET CHEESE CROISSANT	$4.60
BISCOTTI Chocolate, Chocolate chip, Plain, Cranberry (we may be out and have to substitute)	$3.45
LEEK & PARMESAN CROISSANT	$4.85
MACAROONS naturally gf	$4.60
RICE KRISPIE TREATS	$4.30
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE	$5.15
KEY LIME BARS	$4.30
CHOCOLATE CROISSANT	$4.30
DARK CHOCOLATE BROWNIE	$4.60
MUFFINS –
BANANA NUT MUFFIN	$4.30
CHOCOLATE MUFFIN	$4.30
CORN MUFFIN	$4.30
LEMON POPPY MUFFIN	$4.30
GF MORNING GLORY MUFFIN	$4.60
CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFIN	$4.30
BAGELS
Bagels NYC bagels, delivered daily. Give us your first (and second) choice; we may have to substitute. -Everything -Plain -Sesame -Poppy	$4.00
DRINKS- HOUSEMADE
BREWED HOT COFFEE Always CT roasted! We rotate between Sun Coffee Roasters (Plainville), Zero Prophet (Washington) and Krafted Brew Lab (Bantam)	$2.30
BREWED HOT TEA We primarily use Harney and Sons Teas unless otherwise specified. One size, 16 oz	$4.00
BREWED ICED COFFEE	$4.60
BREWED ICED TEA Specify green tea or orange pekoe. If you don’t specify, we will default to orange pekoe.	$4.30
CAPPUCCINO	$4.00
ESPRESSO	$3.45
HOT CHAI LATTE	$3.45
HOT DIRTY CHAI LATTE	$4.30
HOT LATTE	$3.75
HOUSE-MADE LEMONADE	$4.60
ICED CHAI LATTE	$4.60
ICED DIRTY CHAI LATTE	$5.45
ICED LATTE Iced= 3 shots of espresso	$4.85
MATCHA	$5.15
PO PALMER	$4.85
Chocolate Milk	$2.85
DRINK SPECIALS- SEASONAL
FLIRTATION FARMS LAVENDER LATTE	$4.85
GOLDEN MILK A delicious coffee/tea alternative…turmeric and ginger steamed with your choice of milk, and sweetened with CT maple or local honey	$4.60
LaTEA Your choice of tea, vanilla and steamed milk	$3.75
BOBA PO PALMER	$8.30
STRAWBERRY MILK Whole milk and strawberry syrup over ice *no substitutions	$4.60
TOO FLY FOR A WHITE CHAI Chai, vanilla, espresso and cinnamon	$4.30
VEGANS LIKE THIS A LATTE Coconut milk mocha latte	$4.85
MORNING, BEN Matcha with steamed oat milk and maple syrup *no substitutions	$6.30
STRAWBERRY MILK LATTE Whole milk and strawberry syrup over ice with a shot of espresso *no substitutions	$6.85
FRENCH TOAST LATTE Espresso, maple syrup, a hint of vanilla and cinnamon infused milk topped with whipped cream	$5.15
CINNAMON DOLCE LATTE Our house-made cinnamon dolce syrup and espresso over milk	$5.15
FISH BOWL Po lemonade, Nerds, spirulina, and Swedish Fish	$6.85
BOBA TEA	$8.00
COSMO WANDA Strawberry matcha latte	$6.30
BOBA LEMONADE	$8.00
COCONUT S’MORE FRAP-PO-CINO (No Substitutions) – Toasted Marshmallow & Coconut fused into a thick and creamy shake blended together with our signature ‘Frap’ roast and served with whip and marshmallow topping.	$10.30
SMOOTHIES –
MAKE YOUR OWN SMOOTHIE	$8.55
PINNACLE SUNSET Pineapple, mango, and OJ with pepper lime drizzle	$8.55
THE ROXBURY Mixed berries and OJ	$8.55
THE YES, PLEASE Strawberries, blueberries, bananas, mango and pineapple with OJ	$8.55
DRINK CASE
COLD DRINKS	$2.85
SALADS & SALAD BOWLS
CAESAR SALAD Crisp Romaine, our Caesar or VG Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan or VG “Parm” and croutons (can be made GF upon request using our roasted chick peas)	$10.85
OUR DAILY GRAIN Our quinoa and edamame salad with changing accompaniments to reflect seasonal trends and local harvests (GF, VG)	$11.40
RAINBOW NOODLE BOWL Peanut noodles, a rainbow of seasonal veggies, edamame, greens and carrot ginger dressing (VG)	$11.40
THE COBB Local blue cheese, local greens and tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, avocado and hard boiled egg, with Flirtation Farms tarragon vinaigrette	$14.85
THE DEHLI SALAD Poached, lightly curried chicken salad with toasted almonds and grapes atop late harvest greens with seasonal veggies and Flirtation Farms’ tarragon vinaigrette on the side (GF, DF)	$11.15
THE GREEN Seasonal mixed greens with our candied spiced nuts, dried fruits and local goat cheese, served with Great Brook Sugar House’s maple vinaigrette (GF, VG)	$11.40
THE PO-KE Sushi grade tuna, avocado, pickled ginger, sesame seeds, cucumber, wasabi sprouts, slightly spicy pineapple drizzle and seaweed salad with house-made carrot ginger dressing and soy sauce on the side (DF)	$17.70
THE VEGAN PO-KE Marinated tofu, pickled ginger, shredded cabbage, sesame seeds, cucumber, wasabi sprouts, slightly spicy pineapple drizzle and seaweed salad with house-made carrot ginger dressing and soy sauce on the side (VG)	$15.40
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD Crisp Romaine, our Caesar or VG Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan or VG “Parm” and croutons (can be made GF upon request using our roasted chick peas)	$13.70
SIDES –
CURRIED CHICKEN	$5.70
DEVILED EGGS	$2.30
HIGH PROTEIN GRAIN	$5.70
JOE CHIPS	$3.15
POTOTS	$5.15
SESAME NOODLES	$5.70
SIDE OF TUNA SALAD	$6.85
SIDE OF EGG SALAD	$6.30
FOX FAMILY CHIPS	$3.15
COOKIES –
ALMOND COOKIE	$4.00
BLACK & WHITE COOKIE	$4.00
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE	$3.45
FUNFETTI COOKIE	$4.00
GINGER COOKIE	$4.30
LINZER COOKIES	$3.75
GF VG PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE (GF, VG)	$4.00
PO CHIP COOKIE	$3.75
SOOKIE COOKIE	$4.30
SUGAR COOKIE	$3.15
Biscotti	$3.45
CANDY
CANDY We get new candy in almost daily and try to keep up here. If you don’t see something, call and ask!	$0.75

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Reviews

Food of CT

One lunch at The PO Cafe, and I’m in love! From the moment I arrived, the place was peaceful, quaint, and charming. Their menu had some really great options, and I thought it was adorable how several menu items nodded to the “Po” namesake, whether it was the “po”ke bowls or “po” pork sandwich. Everything was super yummy, but the Chicken Winner sandwich definitely stood out! The strawberry matcha latte, berry smoothie, and chai we had were all great. Don’t even get me started on the cookies – unreal!! Especially the “po” chip, which was a perfect mix of salty and sweet with potato chips mixed in. I’m not often in Washington, but I think The Po Cafe has inspired me to come visit more!

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amanda

This place has such a great vibe. The po taco was good but what really stood out for me were the pastries and coffee. I had two croissants, a spinach and feta and a leek and cheese, both were amazing. The pastry itself was soft and buttery and the filling was plentiful and tasty. The coffee was strong and so well brewed I kept saying how much I enjoyed it on the way home. Not many places brew coffee like that!

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Kathryn Langlois (bugscrap)

Great food, cute seating area inside and out, and kind people. Everyone seemed to know each other as they came in and out. Employees very friendly! Would come here again for sure.

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Katelyn Rose

We love the PO. The food and drinks are always amazing. Fresh ingredients and so delicious. Maggie the owner is always so accommodating, and has made my kids such delicious cakes for their birthdays. Her staff always remembers us and our orders. It’s such a welcoming place, and my whole family loves it there. Be sure to check it out.

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Pharaoh Studios

Came here for some pastries and coffee and ended up finding one of the best chicken sandwiches I ever had. Which was followed up with their potato chip chocolate chip cookie….don’t ask just try it and thank me later. Staff was friendly and super efficient! The setting is quintessential New England, Go out for a nice drive one weekend and check this spot out!

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Brian and Jackie

Wow to overly crowded and too busy to handle the orders.

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Nicole Randone

it’s been a while since i’ve been to the po (I live in NY!) but I always rave about it to my friends and family. my best friend and I originally discovered the cafe through a gilmore girls inspired tour, and we were instantly hooked! the latte’s are AMAZING and the fresh whipped cream they put on top is addicting. the girl working behind the register gave me such a sweet compliment the last time I was there, and it’s stayed with me ever since! I can’t wait to visit again in the fall 🙂

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Adrienne M

We were hesitant to give this place a try after seeing some of the negative reviews. Let me just say, we are happy we ignore the negative reviews and gave them a try. I had the Full Monte sandwich and it was delicious. My husband had the chicken sinner. His response was he always needs this chicken in his life. Would definitely recommend and will be back for more.

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Kori Rimany

The PO is simply the best. The cakes are gorgeous. The cruffins are always warm. The lattes are truly the best in the area. And the family that owns it is genuinely kind.

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Justin Haire

Great little eatery tucked away in Washington CT. I have only had their breakfast but it’s always been good. Really fresh ingredients, very pleasant dishes.

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