The Lunchbox

620 East Main Street, Meriden, CT - (203) 238-0313

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The Lunchbox may be the only place in Meriden to eat a steamed cheeseburg for breakfast, and what a sandwich it is: extremely juicy with tangy molten cheese on a sturdy bun. Traditional breakfasts of eggs, meats, home fries, and pancakes are also served, but the steamed cheeseburg should not be ignored.

100% Approval Rating (12 votes)

Scorecard

Overall: One of the Best - Worth a Trip

Steamed Ceeseburger	Eggs and Kilbasa breakfast
Migas	Rubin Sandwich
Chicken Soup	Egg and Hot Cheese Sandwich

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Chris Ayers & Amy Briesch -

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"Anita Dufresne knows all about steamed cheeseburgs (New Englanders often drop the –er suffix from burger). She mans the steambox behind the twelve-stool counter at the Lunchbox on East Main in Meriden. Locals certainly have their loyalties to steamed burger joints ..." [Read More]

Jeff Beeton

March 10, 2011

"My large special breakfast of kielbasa, scrambled eggs, and home fries with rye toast was delicately prepared and presented by the friendly and pleasant owner Anita. She told me a little about her victory four months ago as the "Best Steamed Hamburger" competition ..." [Read More]

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620 East Main Street, Meriden, CT
(203) 238-0313

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Breakfast, Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"The Lunchbox’s steamed cheeseburg is incredibly juicy, and its molten cheese is wonderfully tangy."
Chris Ayers & Amy Briesch

"Jenny, whose husband is from Texas, added migas to the menu."
Michael Stern

"The restaurant won “Most Creative Burger” in Meriden’s Battle of the Burgers competition."
Chris Ayers & Amy Briesch

"Waitress Donna, owner Anita, and waitress Jenny: the Lunch Box crew stands behind a trophy won for the great burger."
Michael Stern

"Open only for breakfast and lunch, the Lunchbox is a must-stop while in Meriden."
Chris Ayers & Amy Briesch

"Donna said she had made the chicken soup just that morning. I believe her. It was homey and delicious."
Michael Stern

"Steamed Cheeseburger Omelette - Great new meal for breakfast or lunch"
Charles Peach