Pausa Caffè

Norwalk, CT · Coffee shop

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Norwalk
#15
of 353 restaurants
City Percentile
89%
rating percentile
Address
Pausa Caffè, 9 Main St, Norwalk, CT 06851
Phone
(203) 354-3200
Website
thepausacaffe.com
Status
Open · Closes 5:30 PM

Pausa Caffè is a restaurant located in Norwalk, CT. It is one of 353 restaurants listed in Norwalk. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Norwalk city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #15 of 353 restaurants in Norwalk. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Pausa Caffè

Italian Caffe’ Panini Market

Hours

Saturday8 AM–5 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Adrianna Ramirez-Owens · Feb 2026

So very cute and GOLDEN inside! Fancy but not in a way that you need to dress up, more like an aesthetic kind of cuteness! Food was so flavorful and drinks were herbal like teas and lattes!

★★★★★ 5.0 Pietro Caldarelli · Feb 2026

A true Italian bar where Famiky and quality are the top tier of the list. Amazing espresso and delicious cornetto . Highly recommended for breakfast and for quick stop while working . They have a great selection of Italian goods imported straight from The country . Thank you for your amazing service !

★★★★★ 5.0 Craig Denigris · Apr 2025

Pausa Caffè – Where Espresso Meets Elegance! If you’re searching for a true Italian coffee experience without hopping on a flight to Rome, Pausa Caffè delivers the next best thing. Nestled in Norwalk, Connecticut this charming café blends tradition, quality, and comfort in one aromatic package. Pausa Caffè feels like an Italian daydream—warm lighting, earthy tones, and a clean, modern-rustic interior with just the right touch of vintage flair. Italian chatter softly hums in the background, and there’s always that comforting clink of porcelain cups being set down just right. The espresso here is the real deal—pulled short and strong, with a velvety crema that lingers. Their high quality imported espresso beans grounded fresh for each shot . I tried the caffè, the Nutella latte, cappuccin

★★★★★ 5.0 T. Scott Cowperthwait · Sep 2024

Connecticut is home to a number of authentic Italian markets but there are few truly authentic Italian caffè — but all you need is one great one and that is Pausa Caffè in Norwalk. The cornetto (especially the pistacchio) and caffè are as good as those I’ve had in Italy. The service is friendly, helpful, and creates a family like atmosphere. If I lived close by I’d be here every day, but for now I have to settle for infrequent but always worthwhile visits on the way to the office. Please stop by and give it a try if you want a true Italian cafe experience. Che bontà!

★★★★★ 5.0 Rosalba dimeglio · Apr 2024

Best place in Norwalk for Authentic italian food ! Absolutely the cleanist public place I have been to in Norwalk. The service is the best. So happy to have it here in Norwalk. Ask for their freshly filled cannoli' s their panini's and the gelato... You wont regret! Things keep getting even BETTER if possible!! They added a special bread to there already extraordinary panini a sort of focaccina from @fatto a mano breads. And their Pinsa?!( To not be confused with pizza) To die for! Its a must go! The coffe in the pic.. Il VESUVIO! Im sorry I didn't make it on time to picture the Panini Pausa...It was gone too fast! Highly suggested .. def best panini on town!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Coffee shopSweets and dessert buffetItalian grocery store

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