The best cafes in Middletown

3 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Back Again Board Game Cafe LLC

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Back Again Board Game Cafe LLC brings the fun meter to max with a library of 1,000+ titles from Clue to Catan. Sip coffee or tea, munch…

484 Main St Unit 11

“Back Again Board Game Cafe LLC brings the fun meter to max with a library of 1,000+ titles from Clue to Catan. Sip coffee or tea, munch cookies or pretzels, then jump into RPGs, trivia, or a quick round of Azul in nearby Middletown.”

From the Middletown newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Klekolo World Coffee

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Since 1994, Klekolo World Coffee has poured organic, fair-trade brews alongside local art and weekly live music, making it the spot for…

181 Court St

“Since 1994, Klekolo World Coffee has poured organic, fair-trade brews alongside local art and weekly live music, making it the spot for catching up with friends or pretending to study near Wesleyan. Grab a cup now, then snag a bag of beans to keep the magic going at home.”

From the Middletown newsletter, September 29, 2026

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Perkatory Coffee Roasters

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Perkatory Coffee Roasters roasts in-house and takes coffee deathly serious, sourcing from Central and South America plus Africa, with…

725 Main St Unit 23

“Perkatory Coffee Roasters roasts in-house and takes coffee deathly serious, sourcing from Central and South America plus Africa, with single origins and blends like Three Witches and New England. They even whip up an espresso mocktail, so your weekday caffeine break actually feels like something to look forward to.”

From the Middletown newsletter, September 15, 2026

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