Located at 32 Main St in East Haddam, Connecticut, Higher Grounds at 32 Main has garnered a reputation as a beloved breakfast destination. Reviewers consistently highlight the restaurant's inviting ambiance and commitment to fresh, local ingredients. Carrie Beall captures the essence of the experience: it's a place to unwind with a delicious latte and savor fresh fare. The menu impresses with items like the luxurious Eggs Benedict on mushroom and lavender blueberry pancakes, which grace the plates of happy patrons.
Grace Marinaro notes the charming, laid-back vibe enhanced by live music, making it an enjoyable spot for relaxation. Stephanie Cobleigh emphasizes the restaurant's focus on quality and the importance of enjoying the local scene, noting that it requires a bit of patience—the reward being an exquisite breakfast experience that defies the rush of typical dining.
Georgia Male expresses admiration for the thoughtful details in the food, describing it as meals made with intention, coupled with an inviting atmosphere of art and music. For anyone seeking a memorable breakfast experience in a picturesque setting, Higher Grounds at 32 Main offers a taste of community and personality that is hard to find elsewhere. The convenient parking further solidifies its status as a local gem.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fireplace
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts cheques
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Higher Grounds at 32 Main
Carrie Beall
Jun 18,2025
Don’t be in a hurry, this place is a gem. Sit, sip on a delicious latte and freshly prepared food, and enjoy the wonderful energy here. I am already looking forward to stopping back in on my next visit.
grace marinaro
Apr 28,2025
Cute chill vibey spot for breakfast. Got Eggs Benedict on mushroom (recommend adding greens), lavender blueberry pancakes and a CBD latte n they were all great :) there was also live music playing on a Sunday and plenty of casual outdoor seating and grassy chairs/picnic tables. Order at the window and sit where u want.
Stephanie Cobleigh
Apr 9,2025
Fantastic local breakfast spot. A genuine focus on fresh, local food! The food is amazing, but nothing is quick here, so relax and enjoy the local scene.
LuminousSpark #PartnerWithASpark
Mar 28,2025
Love, love, love this place. I have visited on a busy day, slow Saturday and a Sunday brunch. Food is always great and so is the service. The bands don't need mics or amps bc the place is small enough
Georgia Male
Mar 27,2025
One of the best places I have been to dine in years. Great service l, wonderful interior and exterior, the food wasn’t just ingredients it was an exquisite meal made with intention. Lovely live music and artwork for viewing and for purchase as well. Convenient parking to top it all off !
mary penedo
Mar 22,2025
The BEST homemade hash we have ever eaten! Very laid back atmosphere. If you are in a hurry, call in your order as service was a wee bit slow, but the servers were fantastic. I'm still giving service 5 because it gave us time to look at a lot of nostalgia. Very hippy 60's throwback. Also, try the different flavors of their lemonade. Hibiscus was yummy. There are a few tables and a small bar-like seating. Also, tables outside. Get the HASH!!! Definitely will be back.
Alex Struzinski
Mar 20,2025
Anything less than a five star is unacceptable for this exceptional group of humans. the food alone is worth a 5 star. there is not enough stars in the world to count for the cozy atmosphere, and the down home feeling that the employees radiate. Thank you all!
Ray Y.
Mar 7,2025
Really loved this place, definitely had that community feel of a small town. Looking forward to going back.
Reviews For Higher Grounds at 32 Main