I had dinner here last night with my family and parents.
It had been exactly 4 years since I had last eaten here (going here was so unexpected that I didn't have my camera on me).
I'm going to be nice.
I was underwhelmed last night, but everyone else left here pretty pleased.
The hours improved a few months ago.
The restaurant is now open at night.
Mon & Wed-Fri 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; 6-11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; 6-11 p.m.
(My parents were surprised to discover recently that Break Your Fast is closed on Tuesdays.)
The seating capacity is only 41 (29 inside; 12 outside).
It's best to go here on a weekday.
There were only 6 other people around.
One of the women looked familiar to me.
Anyway, she was shaking her leg so much at one point that it was like she was having a seizure.
An Asian couple own the restaurant.
They're the best cooks (they're also more professional than the other staff).
The two young guys around yesterday could be better cooks. "They're learning," my dad said.
Beignets: 5 for $2.50.
I was mad at myself for forgetting to order some.
My mom likes them and thinks that the "old people" would have made them well. She's not confident that the young guys would have.
Still, I should have ordered them right away.
The unisex restroom is to the left of the counter.
The music was an issue for me.
I sat right by the speakers, but it couldn't be helped (there's only one table that can seat 6).
Anyway, our server couldn't hear me at first when I said that I needed a table for 6.
I also thought of the songs as "sleepy soul" (the soul songs were long and dull).
Let's Ketchup:
I didn't enjoy the music, but I liked the ambiance overall.
The Let's Ketchup wall art features a big drawing of a tomato in the middle.
I also noticed some wall art commemorating Mother's Day (it's nice that the restaurant is celebrating it early).
Shortly before we left, my son stared at the big yellow star near the doors.
Break Your Fast used to be named Jimmy's Place.
Like in the past, the menu is pretty vast. There are over 90 selections.
There are even some Early Bird Specials.
My mom had to ask for the dinner menu.
It mainly features Asian dishes.
I wanted another refill, but I knew that the server would be MIA once he gave us the bill.
I give the guy credit, though, for being quick and fairly friendly.
Our total was $45.
My mom wanted to leave a $9 tip, but I made it clear that it wasn't warranted (our server was good, but not THAT good). Still, a $7 tip was left.
A woman was here with her son.
The woman added a lot of salt to her bowl of food.
Her son was mainly on his phone.
He seemed to be having a nice time, but I don't know if he really liked his food.
Note: All prices include tax.
Fountain Drinks: $1.65.
I give the restaurant credit. A lot of places now charge about $3.
Patty Melt: $8.23.
My mom liked her small salad and Thousand Island dressing.
Her patty melt was nicely sized, but she said that her meat was too pink.
Breakfast Burrito: $9.33.
They're compact and tasty (I ordered one in the past).
I'm not surprised that my dad ordered one.
Denver Omelette ($8.78): 7/10.
My mom mentioned that my wife's omelette was bigger than mine.
Anyway, it was pretty large, and my wife also received a nice serving of potatoes.
I tried the potatoes, and they were solid, but nothing special (I felt that way in the past too).
My mom learned from the woman how the potatoes are cooked.
They're boiled first and then fried.
Linguiça Omelette ($8.23): 7.5/10.
My omelette could have been bigger. It also looked like a hot mess (the "presentation" was lacking).
The eggs and Cheddar cheese stood out.
My linguiça wasn't fatty or greasy, but there was no kick to it (I probably should have asked for a hot link instead- there are a few options if you order a Meat & Cheese omelette). I was disappointed.
I received an adequate serving, but my rice was just average. It was lightly coated with butter, but it needed more.
My English muffin was pretty good. There were really no issues.
I should have ordered a side item. I was not full after eating my meal.
Assorted Fresh Fruit ($2.74): 8/10.
I just asked for a cup of grapes.
They were for my son, but I had at least 5 (my son made all these goofy faces whenever I took one).
They were firm enough, but a bit sour.
Just For Kids:
Grilled cheese with french fries: $4.39.
I give the French fries a 5/10.
My son liked them, but they were very bland. They were badly in need of salt or some kind of a facelift.
The grilled cheese sandwich was somewhat big, and it featured a decent amount of cheese.
My son ate the sandwich like a big boy.
There's some parking in the immediate area.
The shopping center also features a good amount of parking.
How good your food is kind of depends on when you go here.
I'm mainly giving 4 stars because I like the casual atmosphere.
This is a good place to go for an intimate meal.
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