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    Breakaway Cafe

    3.9 (252 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Someberry loves me smoothie
    David E.

    I come here all the time and the place never disappoints. I'm a huge fan of the coffee and smoothies, someberry loves me indeed! The staff is super kind and accommodating!!

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    Melissa Z.

    Breakaway Cafe has become my favorite breakfast spot solely off their breakfast burritos and quiche. This is probably the best breakfast burrito I've ever gotten anywhere- to be more specific it is the regular breakfast burrito with turkey sausage (they also have 2 other different variations which are probably good as well). They serve it with crispy perfect breakfast potatoes that are even good when you get takeout. Every day they offer a fresh quiche (vegetarian and non-vegetarian) that they sell until it's sold out and we found that the vegetarian one is sold out pretty early every day. When we finally were able to snag a piece, we understood why. It was so delicious and flakey, I wish I could buy the whole pie. The cafe itself is cute with art on the walls and free wifi to work. The service has always been great and everyone is always friendly. The restaurant is always busy all morning and it's a great place to work and chat at. They have a pretty large menu and serve a delicious coffee as well.

    Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
    Rich M.

    First time here, this is a cool establishment to come and hang out, meet friends for a bite/drink or just do some work. The vibe is chill and it has a pleasant outdoor section to enjoy some sun too. Menu is decent size but not so daunting where you feel overwhelmed. Ended up getting the Fried Chicken Sandwich with a side of buffalo sauce. The sandwich was awesome, the chicken and breading were fried perfectly. Got a cup of coffee too but it ended up being a tad cold, I shouldn't have asked for a fresh cup but couldn't be bothered. Service was great, the gentleman behind the counter was super friendly and offered some suggestions about what to get. Overall great place, reasonably priced for portion size and they have beers on tap... I'll definitely be back.

    Scramble omelet with sausage, bacon and cheese...Delish
    Tina M.

    Everything was amazing, fresh and so very delicious. Service was impeccable as well as the beautiful restaurant cafe itself. My husband and I enjoyed TWO Cappuccino's with Oat milk, omg delish and a Broccoli Cheese Quiche that was so fluffy and perfect with a side of potatoes. If you have not tried, this restaurant cafe is a must...just saying. Thank you everyone at Breakaway Cafe, delish

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    Iris R.

    My friend and I checked this place out for brunch. Although, I've been to this location before, it had been awhile ago. The ambience of Breakaway Cafe is cozy and casual. It's a great place for groups to dine. The cashier was very helpful. She answered my questions regarding menu options. I decided on ordering the Huevos Rancheros. The meal was very tasty! I'll definitely order this menu option again.

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    Good food friendly service Pleasant Café type environment. Lots of choices for breakfast and lunch coffee is good also.

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    4 months ago

    Pathetically bad grilled cheese sandwich. I guess the chef did not believe in buttering the bread before placing the cheese.

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    Took family for brunch. Very interesting menu, good options. Food was delicious. helpful staff. Interesting ambience.

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    Andy P.

    Thanks for your FeedBack Rick. See you around.

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    If you want more than a 3 than provide some service it's like a Costco cafeteria with decent breakfast. Stupid business model.

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    2 years ago

    We paid $42 for 2 breakfast dishes, nothing special. They wanted to charge us extra for a simple coffee refill. Not going there again!

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    1 year ago

    This is what they rated themselves, but they had amazing costumer service. I loved there food and might come back

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    2 years ago

    Food was great!! Service was exceptional! Indoor or outdoor seating, very inviting, an overall wonderful atmosphere.

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    2 years ago

    I've been twice. It's just ok. Not much more to say about it. Kind of hectic. There are better places in town.

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    3 years ago

    I love this place I come in almost every day. It's amazing. The food quality and the consistency is off the hook. Thank you sir.

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    Ask the Community - Breakaway Cafe

    Is brunch served every day?

    Yes we do.

    Do you guys serve mimosas?

    Yes we do.

    How late is breakfast or brunch served?

    We're open till 2pm on Sundays. Saturdays we keep it pretty brunchy till 5pm and close at 9pm.… 

    Do you guys have Wifi?

    Sure do. We have quite a few guests who use us as the office away from the office. We’re also… 

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