Kickstart Cafe

We dropped in to this local breakfast spot over the weekend. I say local because it was like having breakfast at Cheers where everyone knows the regulars who cycled through during our breakfast - few stayed but many came for pickup. We had omelets to fuel up for the day and sat at one of two cafe tables. The rest of the seating is at the counter. Room for about 5 locals, so takeout is an option that many used. The staff was cordial and served us very tasty and generously sized omelets with ingredients like bacon, turkey sausage and fresh baby spinach. Skip the homefries and grab one of their baked treats to go. A quirky but delicious destination.

Kickstart Cafe in Shelton, CT is a warm and welcoming mom-and-pop gem where everyone feels like family—guests greet each other by name, and the vibe is full of heart. I started with their hazelnut cream & sugar coffee, perfectly smooth and comforting, then tried the honey bee cortado—espresso blended with steamed milk, honey, and vanilla—a sweet, rich delight. The egg white omelette, packed with fresh veggies, turkey slices, and melty Swiss cheese, was served hot and bursting with flavor. The roasted home potatoes? Golden, crispy, and absolutely to die for. Stephanie and her team were so kind and attentive—truly top-notch service that made the experience even better. A must-visit spot for a cozy, satisfying meal!

Kickstart is absolutely amazing! Everything is made so well and packed with flavor. The sausage, egg, and cheese is incredible, and the avocado chipotle–drizzled toast with a perfectly scrambled egg is a must-try. Their home fires are crispy and delicious. The honeybee with its milk is a must try! On top of the great food, the staff is friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. Highly recommend stopping here—you won’t be disappointed!

First time here and was absolutely blown away. The staff members were absolutely wonderful, friendly, and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious and the coffee was beyond this world. I chatted with the staff member and made me feel so comfortable. I highly recommend this gem. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you guys. I’ll be back !

Obsessed with this adorable spot in downtown Shelton! I talked to the owner who was so nice, and they’re super dog friendly so seeing all of the pups really brightened my day. It’s one of those spots where almost everyone is a regular and they all know each other, so it felt very community oriented! My fiancé and I grabbed a sunny table near the window and had such a delicious breakfast of avocado toast and the George’s sandwich with our coffees. I really liked the iced pumpkin one I had! I will definitely be keeping this spot in mind for future trips to downtown Shelton!