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About This Place

Welcome to Muddy Waters Cafe, a cozy oasis nestled at 40 Bank St, New London, Connecticut. This charming cafe is a heavenly spot for breakfast lovers, coffee enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a vibrant place to unwind. As soon as you step inside, you're enveloped in a warm, inviting atmosphere that encourages both camaraderie and creativity. With its ample seating and lovely waterfront views, it quickly becomes a favored gathering point for locals and visitors alike.

At Muddy Waters Cafe, the menu is a delightful medley of comfort and taste. Their breakfast offerings include hearty bowls of oatmeal and refreshing yogurt parfaits, all crafted with fresh ingredients. I especially recommend the Yogurt Parfait priced at just $5.50—it's a creamy delight topped with organic granola and fresh fruit, perfect for a light and energizing start to your day. For those craving something more savory, their breakfast sandwiches are a must-try. The Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Bagel comes highly praised, making it a go-to choice for many regulars.

As you enjoy your meal, sip on their renowned hot cider—available in small, medium, and large sizes—or indulge in one of their expertly brewed coffees. Customers have raved about the Peanut Butter Latte, which stands out as a delightful treat. You can expect quick service, although be prepared for the possibility of a little wait during peak hours on weekends.

Muddy Waters is more than just a cafe; it’s a community hub. Reviews from patrons like Leon Shelton and Filiz K. Sasaoglu reflect the friendly vibe and excellent customer service. They highlight the cafe’s beautiful setting and tasty vegetarian options that cater to diverse taste buds. From tasty baked goods to delicious grinders at lunch, there’s something for everyone. The lunch menu features an array of grinders—like the Ham Grinder and the Tuna Grinder, both reasonably priced at $11.99—sure to satisfy any hunger.

Whether you're stopping by for a quick takeout before your ferry or settling in for a leisurely afternoon with friends, mud-and-waters cafe offers an experience that tantalizes the senses and warms the heart. Don't miss out on this gem next time you're in New London; the delicious food and friendly atmosphere await!

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Accessibility
  • No wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
Highlights
  • Has fast service
  • Serves great coffee
  • Has great tea selection
Popular for
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Good for solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Offerings
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves beer
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves coffee
  • Serves comfort food
  • Serves happy-hour drinks
  • Serves happy-hour food
  • Serves healthy options
  • Serves organic dishes
  • Has private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves vegan dishes
  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Serves wine
Dining options
  • Serves breakfast
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Has catering
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
Amenities
  • Has toilet
  • Has Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Historic
  • Trendy
Crowd
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
  • Popular with university students
Planning
  • Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
Children
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs available
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
Pets
  • Dogs allowed outside

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What Guests Are Saying (1152)

Muddy Waters Cafe is one of my favorite places to visit when I’m New London. Love the vibe and the food. The staff is friendly and fun. Plenty of space to gather with friends or pound out a little work remotely. Great vegetarian options and tasty baked goods for my sweet tooth. If you are in the area, you definitely want to stop by.

What a gem of a cafe! It's so bright and beautiful, with a lovely view of the ferry and train station. And the staff are absolutely the loveliest! We tried the croissant omelet and grilled cheese, along with some coffee, and everything was delicious. The pricing felt reasonable, especially compared to metropolitan cities, though it might be a tad high for locals. We visited on a Saturday morning, which made parking easy – that could be more challenging on a busy weekday. Good to know it was the only spot open at 9:30 AM that day, as most places seemed to open around 11 AM! Bon appétit and keep giggling!

Delicious breakfast sandwiches, great tasting coffee, lines move quickly, but food and drinks take a long time. I had an hour before my ferry but it took me 30 minutes to get my coffee so I asked to get take out. They were accommodating and very pleasant. Plenty of seating and great waterfront views from the back. It’s open so be mindful of birds. Nicely decorated. Walking distance from ferry (3-5 minutes). Not cheap as cheap as Dunkin, but not more than what we would pay at Starbucks or other diner. Spent $21 for 2 sandwiches and 1 coffee.

Loveeee coming here. Only been here three times and I can tell you the food is amazing every single time I normally order the same thing for breakfast a bacon, egg and cheese bagel with cream cheese on and everything bagel. I will be stopping back again next time to try lunch.

The Coffee, service, and views were amazing! The peanut butter latte was awesome! Highly recommend! The breakfast sandwiches looked amazing!

Today my husband and I went to Muddy Waters Cafe for the second time. The place is always busy with a line out the door, and it stands for good reason, their food and coffee are excellent. Fun atmosphere and everyone was very attentive and polite. Even though the place was very busy with a line out the door, it went remarkably fast. My husband and I were very impressed.

Still as good if not better than I remember when I came as a Conn College student years ago. I ordered the Irish latte and bacon egg and cheese on croissant, delicious! We sat on the patio with the water views Amazing

Great spot, great atmosphere, and amazing food. We went for the first time with my wife and baby, and we loved it. Would highly recommend!

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