As Seen on Channel 3: “Darting Across Connecticut” Stops at Sally & Bob’s in West Hartford
If you’re a West Hartford regular, you already know the feeling: the doors open, the coffee is flowing, and within minutes the place is humming. That exact scene played out on Friday, April 19, 2024, when WFSB Channel 3’s Roger Susanin teamed up with WTIC News Talk Radio’s Brian Shactman for a “Fun Friday” feature called “Darting Across Connecticut.”
The concept is simple (and very Connecticut): Shactman throws a dart at a state map, and wherever it lands becomes the day’s destination. On this particular Friday, the dart led them straight to Sally & Bob’s in West Hartford—right as the morning rush was getting underway.
A West Hartford classic, still doing it right
Sally & Bob’s has been part of the community fabric for decades, and the restaurant’s story is a big reason it feels like a place where “everyone’s been coming forever”—even if it’s your first visit.
According to Sally & Bob’s, the eatery has been serving West Hartford since 1969, with ownership passing through generations of caretakers who have preserved what people love most: great food, friendly service, and a warm, welcoming diner atmosphere.
Today, Sally & Bob’s is owned by Helen Brower and Cesar Contreras, who took the reins in 2016 and have continued building on the reputation that made the restaurant such a local staple in the first place.
What the cameras captured (and what locals already know)
In the WFSB segment, you can feel the energy of a true neighborhood spot: it’s early, it’s busy, and the regulars are already settled in. That kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident.
Part of it is the consistency—classic breakfast-and-lunch comfort food, done well. And part of it is the personality: a place that’s easy to walk into, easy to love, and easy to return to.
What to order at Sally & Bob’s
If you’re the type who likes a sure thing, you’ll fit right in here. In the feature, one of the standout recommendations was the Cobb salad—a reminder that Sally & Bob’s isn’t just a breakfast stop; it’s a “whatever you’re craving” kind of menu. (Yes, breakfast is legendary. No, you don’t have to stop there.)
You’ll also find plenty of breakfast classics—pancakes, French toast, eggs benedict, omelets, and all the diner essentials that make mornings better.
And if you’re in the mood for something with a little extra flavor, Sally & Bob’s is also known for breakfast dishes influenced by Cesar’s Mexican heritage, including favorites like huevos rancheros and sopes, plus house-made hot sauce that regulars swear by.