Hudson's Cafe & Bistro

Went in on a Sunday and had a good latte. Thought we would try their breakfast on Monday (we were staying at the Heritage). Ordered a latte, coffee, avocado toast with a soft fried egg, and breakfast burrito. The toast was a very thin slice of everyday bread that was not toasted and the egg was fried hard and crispy. The breakfast burrito was good. The latte was flavorless and coffee tasted like dirty water. Was disappointed since the day before was much better and had high hopes. Hope it was a one off and they had their normal cooks off since it was a holiday. Not sure I would take another chance. Inconsistency would be my fear.

What a great spot for a casual breakfast. The three-egg Hudson omelette with a side of corned beef hash was cooked to perfection, and the waitstaff were friendly and attentive. I couldn’t have asked for more.

What an amazing and wonderful surprise to find this hidden gem! Simple yet outstanding preparations of favorites (a nice treat vs. often overly prepared attempts at fancy recipes at some other places). Super fresh ingredients, cooked with unusual care and skill for a small bistro, and very friendly and attentive service. My mom raved about the egg platter with perfectly crispy bacon, and i had one of the best ever oatmeal bowls, which turned out to be tasty and creamy slow-cooked oats, just the right amount of cinnamon, and with fresh fruit artfully arranged on top. The restaurant is clean, bright, and even a touch of hip with a comfortable couch in one corner, and a beautiful outdoor patio. Turns out they also have a nice lunch menu, and are open two nights a week for dinner (serving beer and wine as well). As a low-key but upscale neighborhood bistro, they deserve all five stars! We’ll definitely be back!

Hudson’s is an adorable hidden gem in Southbury! Many of the locals are familiar with it for their breakfast and lunch, which I definitely want to come back and try, but it’s a sin not to come experience their dinner menu. The chef is fantastic, and their seafood is some of the freshest you can have because they own Southbury Seafood next door! I thought it was great how many gluten-free items they had on the menu - I think they had more than I’ve seen at any other restaurant. The rigatoni must’ve been made with gluten free pasta, because it was specified as gluten free on the menu, but I couldn’t even tell the difference! Every dish, dessert, and drink was phenomenal. I would go back for the hot spiced butter cider alone because it was SO good. I hope to come back soon!

OUTSTANDING! The food is incredible. Gluten free bun is outstanding. I’m so impressed with the coffee - Italian style espresso, not sharp or bitter, just full of rich flavor like you are at a cafe in Italy. The decor is modern and clean. I couldn’t be happier to have found this place. Don’t hesitate, go.

Bonus: Outdoor seating is great.