Newtown General Store – American
This bustling community hub hums with the energy of a classic morning rush, where the savory scent of sizzling sausage and toasted rolls fills the air. The kitchen turns out towering breakfast sandwiches and robust, flavor-packed wraps like the fiery Lava Pit, offering a hearty, hand-held feast that captures the unpretentious charm and soul-warming flavors of a true neighborhood landmark.
43 Main Street, Newtown CT 06470 https://newtowngeneralstore.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
What to order at Newtown General Store
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Combo | 9.6 g | 75.7 g |
| The Godfather | 26.7 g | 63.2 g |
| Mad Max | 49.5 g | 60.9 g |
| Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad (1/2 lb) | 8.3 g | 60.1 g |
| Cheese Steak Grinder | 69.6 g | 50.8 g |
| The Treadwell | 28 g | 46.8 g |
| Roll Me a Smoke | 4.4 g | 45.2 g |
| South of the Border | 55 g | 44.7 g |
| Tuna Macaroni Salad (1/2 lb) | 22.7 g | 44.4 g |
| The Chipotle Cheesesteak | 9.7 g | 43.2 g |
| California Cobb Salad | 4.2 g | 42 g |
| The Flagpole | 14.2 g | 40.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its exceptional burgers cooked to perfection, guests consistently praise the cozy atmosphere and reasonable pricing that make for a welcoming dining experience. Reviewers highlight the knowledgeable staff and attentive service, noting that the combination of high-quality comfort food and a warm ambiance keeps diners eager to return.
Menu
Breakfast
- Bacon, Egg, and Cheese - $2.99: Served on a hard roll Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham, Egg, and Cheese - $2.99: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage, Egg, and Cheese - $2.99: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western - $3.75: Two eggs scrambled with ham, onions, and peppers on a hard roll Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak Omelette - $3.95: Two eggs scrambled, with peppers, onions, steak, and American cheese on a hard roll Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat Lovers - $4.25: Two eggs scrambled, ham, bacon, sausage, and American cheese, on a hard roll Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Lava Pit - $3.75: Two eggs scrambled with sausage, jalapeño peppers, melted pepper jack cheese, and a splash of Tabasco sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Veggie Wrap - $3.95: Two egg omelets with broccoli, sweet red roasted peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes. And Monterey Jack cheese rolled in a flour wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- The Godfather - $4.25: Two egg omelets with ground sweet Italian sausage, melted mozzarella cheese, and sweet red roasted peppers, on a roasted pepper wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Baja Burrito - $4.95: 2 Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo Sausage, Onions Peppers, salsa, hash browns, and Monterey Jack Cheese in a wrap Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Specialty Sandwiches
- The Flagpole - $7.25: Chicken Cutlet with ranch dressing, lots of bacon, melted cheddar, lettuce, and tomato on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Borough - $6.95: Hot roast beef with sautéed onions and peppers, melted cheddar, and ranch dressing on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Sandy Hook - $7.25: Hot roast beef with bacon, melted cheddar, and bleu cheese dressing on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Hawleyville - $7.25: Hot sliced fresh turkey with melted Swiss cheese, red roasted peppers, and Thousand Island dressing on grilled rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Botsford - $6.95: Grilled chicken breast filet with ranch dressing, red roasted peppers, Monterey jack cheese, lettuce, and tomato on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bee - $6.5: Chicken Cutlet with melted Swiss cheese, honey mustard, and lettuce on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Dodgingtown - $6.5: Cracked peppered turkey with pickles, onions, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, mustard, and a dash of Italian dressing on a hard roll Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Dickinson - $6.75: 100% white meat chicken salad, with bacon, lettuce, and tomato on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Newtown’s Best Chicken Sandwich - $7.25: Chicken Cutlet topped with baked ham and melted mozzarella cheese with creamy Parmesan peppercorn dressing on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Treadwell - $6.95: Hot roast beef with barbecue sauce, bacon, melted Monterey Jack cheese, tomato, and onion on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sizzling Sirloin Sandwich - $8.25: Hand-sliced char grilled top round sirloin with melted Monterey jack cheese, lettuce, and tomato with ranch dressing on a grinder roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Taunton Hill - $7.5: Hot fresh sliced turkey breast with Thousand Island dressing, bacon, lettuce, and tomato on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Queen Street - $7.95: All white meat chicken salad with sweet red roasted peppers, and melted cheddar on a grinder roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Castle Hill - $6.5: Hot baked ham with melted Swiss cheese, and honey mustard on grilled rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Mad Dog - $5.25: Jumbo hot dog with mustard, relish, bacon, and cheddar cheese, on a grinder roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Golden Chicken - $6.95: Grilled chicken filet with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and honey mustard on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Flatbush - $8.25: Hot pastrami with melted Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and mustard on a grinder roll Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hogan’s Hero - $7.95: Hot Black Forest smoked ham with melted Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and honey mustard, on a grinder roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Sun Chicken - $6.95: Grilled chicken breast filet, with fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and sun-dried tomato pesto sauce on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Chicken Antonio - $7.95: Grilled chicken breast topped with pepperoni and melted Mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce on a grinder roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Giavanni - $6.95: Grilled chicken breast filet with sweet red roasted peppers, pesto sauce, and melted Mozzarella on a hot flatbread Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak That - $7.5: Char-grilled sirloin steak with hot peppers, sweet roasted peppers, and grilled onions with Parmesan peppercorn dressing, rolled in a flour wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Guacamole Flatbread - $7.25: Grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and guacamole on a hot flatbread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Turkey With Avocado - $7.25: Hot sliced turkey, melted mozzarella, avocado, and sun-dried tomato pesto on grilled rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Neopolitan Chicken - $6.95: Chicken cutlet topped with fresh Mozzarella cheese, sweet red roasted peppers, creamy balsamic vinaigrette dressing, and basil on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Round-Up - $6.95: Hot roast beef with grilled mushrooms and onions melted Provolone cheese, and steak sauce on a hot flatbread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Chipotle Cheesesteak - $8.25: Sliced sirloin steak with onions, peppers, jalapeño peppers, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, and chipotle sauce on a grinder roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Head O'Meadow - $7.25: Honey maple turkey with Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, lettuce, and tomato on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cheesy Beefy - $7.95: Strips of sirloin steak with peppers, onions, melted Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Bleu cheese dressing on a grinder roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Wraps
- Wrappers Delight - $7.5: Smoked Mesquite turkey with Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese & sweet red roasted peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap - $6.95: Strips of grilled Chicken, romaine lettuce, and Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gorgonzola Wrap - $6.95: Grilled chicken breast filet topped with gorgonzola cheese, bacon, lettuce, and balsamic vinaigrette dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Wrap - $7.5: Hot roast beef with melted cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roll Me a Smoke - $7.5: Mesquite smoked turkey with Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, lettuce, and tomato with honey mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The New Yorker - $7.5: Roast beef with Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and Thousand Island dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- South of the Border - $6.95: Chicken Cutlet, salsa, melted cheddar and sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Dreams - $7.25: Honey maple turkey with American cheese, coleslaw, and honey mustard in a flour wrap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cilantro Lime Burrito - $7.25: Grilled chicken with brown rice, black beans, corn, avocado, roasted peppers, diced onion, cilantro, and lime juice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Burgers
- Big TEX - $5.5: 5oz. Black Angus hamburger with bacon and melted cheddar, with barbecue sauce on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The All-American Burger - $5.5: 5oz Black Angus beef topped with American and cheddar cheese, bacon, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, and Thousand Island dressing on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big John Burger - $5.5: 5oz Angus hamburger with mushrooms, melted mozzarella cheese, bacon, and steak sauce on a Portuguese roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kong Burger - $6.5: Two 5 oz. Hamburger patties with Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon and chipotle mayo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Bacon Sriracha - $5.5: 5oz. Hamburger patty topped with bacon, melted cheddar, sriracha sauce, jalapeño peppers, lettuce, tomato onion and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Sandwiches
- Grilled Chicken Breast Fillet - $6.25: Served on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cutlet - $6.25: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cutlet Parmesan Grinder - $7.95: Served on a grinder roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Steak Grinder - $8.25: Served on a grinder roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $8.25: Pastrami or Corned Beef Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Pastrami - $7.25: Served on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- 5oz. Black Angus Hamburger - $4.5: Served on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $4.95: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Cheeseburger - $5.5: Served on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $3.95: Served on white bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese With Ham or Bacon - $5.25: Served on white bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Hot-Dog - $3.95: Served on a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $5.25: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $6.5: 100% solid white tuna Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Cold Sandwiches
- Roast Beef - $6.25: Grass Fed Top Round cooked in our own ovens Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Breast - $6.95: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mesquite Smoked Turkey - $6.95: Served on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cracked Peppercorn Turkey - $6.95: Served on a hard roll Available at: lunch
- Honey Maple Turkey - $6.95: Served on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boiled Ham - $6.25: Served on a hard roll Available at: lunch
- Baked Ham - $6.25: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salami - $5.5: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bologna - $5.25: Served on a hard roll Available at: lunch
- BLT - $5.5: Served on white toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Salad - $5.5: Served on a hard roll Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Tuna Salad - $6.25: 100% Solid White Albacore Tuna Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad - $5.95: 100% White Breast Meat Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Combo - $7.95: Served on a grinder roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $7.5: Served on white toast Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Tossed Salad - $5.95: Choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tossed Salad With a Scoop of Tuna or Chicken Salad - $7.95: Choice of dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tossed Salad With Grilled Chicken - $7.95: Choice of dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mad Max - $7.95: Garden salad topped with chicken cutlet and melted American cheese with a side of honey mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cranberry Apple Walnut Salad - $8.25: Mixed greens topped with grilled chicken, apple, cranberries, candied walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and a side of balsamic vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Cobb Salad - $8.5: Tossed salad with grilled chicken, gorgonzola cheese, bacon, hard-boiled egg, and avocado Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Salads
- Tortellini Salad (1/2 lb) - $3.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato & Egg Salad (1/2 lb) - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT Salad (1/2 lb) - $3.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad (1/2 lb) - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni Salad (1/2 lb) - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Macaroni Salad (1/2 lb) - $3.25 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw (1/2 lb) - $2.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Catering Salads
- Tossed Garden Salad (Half Tray) - $25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tossed Garden Salad (Full Tray) - $45 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Salad (Small) - $35: Tricolor tortellini mixed with Cucumbers, Diced Tomatoes, Shredded Carrots, and Broccoli Florets, tossed in Italian Dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Salad (Small) - $35: Combination of Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Pineapple, and Grapes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Catering Hot Entrées
- Chicken Francese (Small) - $55: Battered Chicken Breast Filet, Sautéed in Butter, Lemon, and White Wine, Sauce served with Rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala (Small) - $55: Chicken Breast Filet Sautéed in a Sweet Marsala Wine and Mushroom Sauce, served with Rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Ziti (Small) - $55: Ziti Pasta Baked with Tomato Sauce, Ricotta, Romano, and Mozzarella Cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage & Peppers (Small) - $50: Sliced, Sweet Italian Sausage with Bell Peppers and Onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Newtown General Store
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American landmark stands out for its exceptional burgers, cozy atmosphere, and extensive dietary options ranging from keto to vegan.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Fruit Salad works for multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo, while Coleslaw is both gluten-free and vegetarian.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include the Lava Pit wrap, burgers, the Godfather, and various breakfast sandwiches like the bacon, egg, and cheese.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Newtown General Store has an average rating of 4.0/5, with customers praising its high-quality comfort food and attentive service.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) neighborhood landmark offers casual dining with a cozy atmosphere, featuring unpretentious comfort food and hearty breakfast sandwiches.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead highlighting exceptional burgers, attentive service, reasonable pricing, and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests consistently praise the cozy, warm ambiance and welcoming atmosphere of this bustling community hub.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include fruit salad, while gluten-free and low-carb choices feature fruit salad and coleslaw, though specific keto dishes are not listed.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The Newtown General Store is currently operational, and you can find more information on their website at https://newtowngeneralstore.com/.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This bustling community hub offers a cozy, unpretentious atmosphere with a warm neighborhood charm and a classic morning rush energy.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Newtown General Store?
- Italian Combo, at roughly 75.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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