A.C. Petersen Farms Restaurant

240 Park Rd, West Hartford, CT

★★★★★4.2(1,516 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“A.C. Petersen Farms is a genuine time capsule diner where the ice cream is genuinely exceptional—particularly their Belgian waffle sundaes and housemade whipped cream—and everything else (the breakfast, the mozzarella sticks, the cheerful service) feels like it's been perfected over decades without needing a single update. If you want to feel like you've stepped into a classic American diner from a movie, with food that actually justifies the nostalgia, this is your spot.”

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Wifi. Parking available.

Slow sitFull breakfastFull breakfastFamily friendlyPastriesLight foodParkingTraditional drinksOutdoor seatingFamily friendlyWifiMeetingsPastries

Google Reviews

Lucia Z
★★★★★a month ago

The yummiest ice cream and toppings, and the fresh homemade whipped cream is a must (it’s divine!). Friendly, attentive service too. A little bit of sweet nostalgia in the middle of life’s busyness. My new place to treat myself when I have earned a pat on the back :-)

D C (QBNTO1)
★★★★★2 months ago

Stopped by A.C. Peterson Farms for ice cream after dinner, and I’m pretty sure I also stepped into a time machine set to “20 years ago—but in a good way.” This place has not changed. At all. And honestly? That’s part of the charm. You walk in and immediately feel like the staff…

M M
★★★★★3 months ago

A.C. Petersen Farms Restaurant is a wonderful place with a warm, classic diner atmosphere and excellent service. The food was fresh, delicious, and generously portioned. Everything from the breakfast dishes to the ice cream desserts tasted homemade and comforting. The staff was…

Harish Srinivasan
★★★★★5 months ago

Longstanding local institution which has amazing icecream (try the belgian waffle sundae), homely vibes and addictive food (ask for the kids menu fries and mozzarella sticks - it’s enough for 2 adults) The waffle cone, if improved would make this place the go to icecream…

Asma Khan
★★★★★6 months ago

Such a wonderful bright place to dine with family and friends. It's literally a diner/restaurant you see in the movies. The food was fresh, the staff attentive and cheerful. The whole vibe is so warm and cosy.

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