Where Home Cooking Meets Heart
Family-owned breakfast & lunch cafe where every meal is made with love. Experience the charm of Ellington’s hidden gem.
WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY
A family-owned breakfast & lunch cafe with a general store
Depot Cafe & Market is a family-owned breakfast & lunch cafe with general store in Ellington, CT. What started as an old gas station has been lovingly transformed into the coziest spot with charming decor that instantly makes you feel at home.
Made with Love
Every dish is prepared with care and passion by our sweet chefs.
Family Owned
A local treasure run by a family that puts heart into everything.
Fresh Daily
Breakfast and lunch made fresh to order, plus Sunday breakfast buffet.
General Store
Local goods, candles, honey, snacks, and convenience store items.
OUR STORY
A Piece of Crystal Lake History
For over 76 years, Jimmy’s Hot Dog Stand was a fixture at Crystal Lake, serving up their famous hot dogs, burgers, snacks, and penny candy to generations of families enjoying the seasonal resort community.
In those days, visitors arrived by trolley to a bustling lakeside destination featuring a dance hall, music venue, sailing club, beach and boat club, boxing ring, roller skating rink, and bar and grill.
Our trolley logo is a small tribute to the history, memories, and golden summers of Crystal Lake.
KIND OF WORDS
What Our Customers Say
“If you're looking for a hidden gem, this cozy cafe is a must-visit. What used to be an old gas station has been nicely renovated into the coziest spot with charming decor that instantly makes you feel at home. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the food is a solid 1000/10 – truly amazing.”
“The food is so good! Breakfast and lunch to order and recently started a Sunday breakfast buffet. There's a cute seating area with a couple dining tables or you can get the food to go. Everyone is super friendly. Highly recommend!”
“Best thing is when you get what's advertised and trust me even the bacon crispy like they say!! Thanks for always serving me yummy food, you da best!!!”
“If you're looking for a home cooked meal that is delicious and a fair price go here! Stephanie the cook is the absolute sweetest and the best! I highly recommend!”
READY TO ORDER?
Fresh breakfast & lunch favorites, made right here in Ellington.
Skip the wait — order online for quick pickup, or give us a call at 860-871-6039.
Sunday Breakfast Buffet Available
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Get in Touch
Have questions, feedback, or special requests? We’d love to hear from you.
Address
1 Crystal Lake Rd
Ellington, CT 06029
At the intersection of Routes 140 & 30
near Crystal Lake