Reviews for Gruel Britannia in Fairfield, CT
Great, diverse menu. Got cappuccino and special toast of ricotta with grilled peaches and hot honey & pistachio with a side of... salad. Good tasting cappuccino. Ricotta itself was delicious. Combination with salad seems a little strange to me though saladwas fresh. Bread would be better toasted. I loved the British vibe of the cafe and all the things they carry ( although where Ilive Wegman has it too in international isle). Some to go food in refrigerator: salads, soups. Efficient service. Recommend andwould come back. Read more
I hate even the idea of kale UNTIL I ordered the kale, beet and sweet potato bowl for breakfast last Sunday. The combination... with the fried egg on top left me so happy. I am now a reluctant kale fan snd will definitely be back for more. Read more
The food was absolutely delicious! The cafe is quaintly decorated & super cute inside and outside - very cozy and comfortable!... The food has a great varied selection and was delicious. The kale & beet bowl was wonderful and the loaded scones are amazing!The full British breakfast was very good as well. Our service was excellent & timely. Read more
WOW!!! I am so happy that my husband and I ate here. First off, the staff were very attentive and accommodating. We had such a... great experience with their service! For beverage, I had the turmeric tea and my husband had cortado. The barista was on point,even with the art. Next, the food, it was phenomenal! We ate every last bite! I had the Kale, Beet & Sweet Potato Sauté, it?sso healthy but oh so good! It?s sautéed at the right temperature that you can still have the crunch of the veggies and freshtaste with the perfect seasoning. And my husband got the traditional Full English Breakfast with a side of the mash. WHAT???!!!That was hands down best English breakfast! The sausage was so mmmm good with the delectable beans and mushrooms and the eggsand the bacon! And with mash potatoes with the onion gravy, it was just the cherry on top. We were so full but we had to getsome pastries to go. And the owner and chef, Karen was so delightful and oh so down to earth, it was a pleasure and honor tomeet her! She recommended the loaded scone, flourless GF brownie and blueberry square pastries! Can?t wait to eat them later. Wealso found out that the coffee is her son?s business and we got a bag and he grounded it for us! Now, that?s good customerservice! We also noted repeat customers that came in and that speaks a lot about the establishment. It was great to see how muchthey like the restaurant. Highly, highly recommend!!! Read more
We come often for brunch on the weekends. Great coffee, high quality food and fun staff. We love the fanciful decor and scones,... of course. Read more
Everything about this place was perfect- we are a family of New Zealanders and not only was our BREAKFAST so so good ? we were... able to pick up all of our amazing treats we have been missing. Highly recommend Salmon toast, any of the breakfast sandwiches,and the full breakfast was amazing. The coffee was PERFECT- we need one of these in Orange County BADLY! Thank you for such anamazing experience! Read more
Such a great place. Went for breakfast and the food was delicious and the atmosphere is charming. Full English breakfast was our... favorite. Also bought some of their pre made meals. Read more
Charming is almost too small a word for this delightful gem! Best tea in town (real tea!) & a wealth of English candy (Cadbury... Flake!) and other packaged food, as well as yummy home-made sweets & savories including shepherds pie. Go! [Make tourreservation for high tea a day ahead.] Read more