C J's Restaurant

70 South St Unit A, New Britain, CT

★★★★★4.6(646 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

C J's is a no-nonsense breakfast institution where the owner still works the floor and the coffee keeps flowing whether you're a regular or a first-timer—the kind of place that's perpetually packed because the corned beef hash omelettes and home fries actually deliver on the promise of old-school diner comfort. The prices won't make you wince and the service moves with the rhythm of someone who knows exactly what they're doing, making it feel less like a tourist trap and more like you've stumbled onto what locals have been quietly protecting for years.

What to expect

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

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Google Reviews

Tracy Hughes
★★★★8 months ago

So I went here for breakfast this morning, with my mom, she ordered a scrambled w/home fries "well done", and rye toast, I ordered the same plus a pancake but not well done hfs, both our eggs were under done, her hfs was mostly burnt charcoal, mine was fine, not evenly cooked…

Dean Osofsky
★★★★★9 months ago

Love the old school vibe. Great fluffy cheesy corn beef hash omelette. Coffee refills were quick. Service was excellent. Prices were right. A simple recipe for success that’s so hard to find these days. A local favorite for a good reason. Keep it going CJ’s!

K Lap
★★★★★2 years ago

I have gone here for breakfast quite a bit over the years The food here is good, prices are reasonable, and the owner is very involved which is great. The staff here is friendly. My usual is the Western Omelet with cheese, home fries, wheat toast, and coffee. Sometimes I get…

Dan Herrick
★★★★★3 years ago

I've driven by 1 million times and stopped in for the first time for breakfast and was shocked at how crowded it was, and excited at the look and chatter happening. This place is full of happy customers. I ordered the gyro omelet, lamb/beef, onions, tomatoes, fetta cheese, it…

Christie Gonzalez
★★★★★3 years ago

I just so happened to pass by and was really craving breakfast food. As soon as I walked in, they greeted me, and I was able to sit where I wanted. The menu had a lot of options I've never seen anywhere else. The waitress were calling everyone by name, which says they have…

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