Carol’s Cafe

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" Breakfast On Point " The breakfast here is delicious. It is reasonably priced . It tastes fresh. Coffee was surprisingly good . Workers were friendly and genuinely happy to see us . I recommend this place if you haven't already been it's a good spot for breakfast. read more

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Food, coffee and service were amazing!! Kim was an absolute delight!! She is full of joy!! We will be back everyday we are in the part of Boston. Bonus they open EARLY. read more

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Thomas C.

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I went here for the second time yesterday. They were very busy so I expected a wait. What I didn't expect was to be completely ignored. The employees walked by me several times without even greeting me. It was like I was invisible. I will not be back read more

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Went to Carol's Cafe in Wakefield Ma on 3/3/26 I had the orange juice decaf coffee 1/2 pancakes and scrambled eggs everything was excellent I recommend this place LOCATED AT 39 TUTTLE STREET WAKEFIELD MA read more

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Excellent breakfast! Service was prompt and friendly. Food hearty and exactly what we were looking for breakfast. Omelets and pancakes and breakfast potatoes were perfect. Cozy diner. read more

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Michael D.

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Had breakfast there last week. It's changed hands & new owners have brought in their own recipes, not the same food. . It's gone from my favorite local place to one that that's crossed off the list. Apparently it's been crossed off many others as well. Should have known something was up when we went on a. Saturday morning & there was no line. read more

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Great service! Amazed by their food! #tgtg even come with a drink! Will come back for brunch! read more

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Great service, delicious omelets (and they are huge). Pricing is very reasonable. Their home fries are great, wonderful seasoning. read more

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This was our First time there. Great food and service. Will be going back again soon.

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Meg C.

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Food was good, but service was very bad. Server deliberately ignored us multiple times throughout the meal. Took at least 10 mins for her to come by to take our order. At least the omelet and breakfast burrito were good. We were there on a weekday and the space was half full, but it took 25+ mins to get the bill after we finished our meal. All attempts to flag the server down were blatantly ignored. I finally stood at the cash register to pay and she walked by me several times, and continued to ignore me until I held up my card and asked if I could pay. Can't really recommend this place. 3 stars because the food was okay and it's a clean space. But the service sucks and I probably deleted brain cells listening to Fox news blaring on the TV. Won't be returning. read more

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Elizabeth C.

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Carol wants you to enjoy your meal. She goes out of her way to make sure it is right. I watched her make a miserable customer happy because he didn't like his meal--even though it was exactly as described. We will be back! Our meals were plentiful and delicious. read more

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Kathleen W.

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Classic breakfast food. Pancakes were delicious. Half order of 2 cakes was very filling. Scrambled eggs were very good as well. Cute little cafe inside, but it got very chaotic and loud once it got busy. One server and one woman working the desk for all the tables. They were super kind but clearly busy. read more

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J.J. J.

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I just had a really good breakfast Carols Cafe of Wakefield I got the #6 - Three eggs, bacon well done, home fries, blueberry pancakes, and Italian bread. Ya'll, it was really good. The bacon was crispy like I like it, the home fries were from the bottom of the pile (if you know you know), the eggs were decent could have been a bit fluffier but they were fine, the pancakes were the star!! Fluffy with crispy edges! So good. The coffee came in an oversized mug. It was huge and there was no need for a refill. I spoke with the owner. I think her name is Kim. She told me they used to be in Everett for 30 years and moved here 3 years ago. This was right around the time COVID hit. They were open for 3 weeks and needed to close right back down. I asked what she did during that time and she shared that she donated over 10,000 meals to support people locally! That made me smile and was definitely a story worth sharing. The place isn't huge but it's decorated really cute and the bathroom was decorated like a bathroom in a cool little beach house. It's located right along the commuter rail tracks and there is free parking on the street right outside. I did a search for pancakes on NSE and saw an old post of this spot. Glad I tried it. I'll definitely be back! 39 Tuttle St. - Wakefield read more

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Jessica P.

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Best pancakes I've ever eaten! They had an almost funnel cake taste to them. My baby loved the home fries and eggs. My toddler loved the fruit plate (banana, strawberry, blueberry) and the bacon. Everything was cooked well. Great family establishment with a happy vibe. read more

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Brittney V.

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Carol and team are so sweet and amazing. Also, breakfast burrito is the best I've ever had! I get a side of hollandaise to dip (highly recommend). read more

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TJ R.

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Went to Carols @ Nite this evening. We had a street burrito and quesadilla with Rice Pudding for dessert. It was all excellent highly reccomend read more

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Get ready! Carol's is opening soon for dinner! Columbian food. We dined on the most delicious shrimp tacos, ribs, and other Columbian treats last night during the "soft" opening. If you can, go. It is a small place and you won't be able to get in when it opens and people discover this food! There is always chicken soup; the appetizer corn dip was out of this world; the service is thorough - it's like you are home and your mom wants to make sure you have enough to eat. This is a welcome addition to Wakefield restaurants. Also, an important point for me - very clean. I found out about the night opening because I have breakfast at Carol's every Tuesday on my way to my painting class. I wanted to support Jenny; I knew the food would be good, but I was amazed at how delicious it was! My companion wants to come back as often as we can!!!! Can't wait to try the Columbian Hot Dog or the Pork Belly or every other thing on the menu!!!! read more

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Joanne R.

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Had "Too Good to Go" deal. The food was amazing. Had a bacon and egg sandwich with home fries that was delicious. They put in extra bacon. Offered a drink. I had tea which was an afternoon treat. It's my favorite "Too Good to Go" experience. Will take hubby there for breakfast on a weekend. read more

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I have been coming here for years. Great food and the best prices around. I just wish the place was bigger. Everyone here is so nice. I highly recommend coming here or ordering out. read more

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Maggie M.

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Best service I've ever had! Fast and super nice! We went on Valentine's Day so I'm assuming it was busier than usual but everything was super fast and yummy. Also the best pancakes I have ever had and pancakes normally are nothing special to me lol! Also thought I may add it was clearly a family run business and one woman was practically running the show out front so I'd just ignore the one star reviews complaining about the service! I was sitting there thinking to myself how do they do all this with just a couple family members and staff very impressive! read more

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Nick Y.

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Great service and great food. I was very impressed with the quickness of our server, she made time to talk with and check in with each table even while serving the entire restaurant. The food was good and coffee were. The restaurant was clean but with the smaller space wasn't a whole lot of seating, so I could see during a weekend there being a wait. Parking was easy, and there is a small lot across the street. read more

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Steph G.

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Adorable little diner at the train station. Very fair prices, the biggest coffees in town (and will give you a cup for takeaway at the end of meal), basic bfast dishes done well. Staff are hard working and very friendly. Love the toy bin for kiddies. Definitely recommend!! read more

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Gerry C.

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A tiny place with a huge heart; nice staff, great food. We found parking easy in the back of the building. read more

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Andrew B.

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The food is always fantastic! Greatest pancakes around. Home fries are also incredible. My family and I always enjoy coming here. Never disappoints! read more

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Greg D.

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Place was pretty good, but nothing special imo. The restaurant is cozy and friendly, so that's a plus. The portions are big and what I had was good. Service was a bit slow. I think Carol may have actually served me. She was super friendly and energetic, but slow. I could hear her in numerous conversations while I waited for a long time to pay my tab. She walked by several times without grabbing my credit card and it was not busy. Food was good overall, but hash and hash browns a bit over cooked. So it was good but I've had plenty of better breakfasts. Also, please turn off FOX News. I don't need clownish propaganda with my eggs. read more

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Troy E.

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Basic breakfast. Great service. No complaints. We arrived a little later than sunrise so seating was available. I bet this place gets busy and seating is limited. Pancakes were delicious... read more

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Michele D.

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I can't say enough good things about this place!!! It started with the service and coffee and ended with the best breakfast we've hade during our travels! It's the cutest little restaurant with the sweetest most beautiful women taking care of everyone and making sure their food and drinks are perfection! We're leaving in the morning to head to Maine but not before we have breakfast here again! Don't miss out on this little gem it is definitely the place for breakfast! Oh and the price is on point! Love this place!!! read more

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Daniel L.

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This is a great little breakfast spot that just opened in what used to be a Chinese restaurant. The ambiance is cute, with fun signs and a light atmosphere. The food is made to order and tasty. The eggs, home fries, toast (Scali - yeah!), was cooked perfectly and yummy. They even have a special table for young kids. Highly recommended! read more

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Natalie G.

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Ordered for the first time from here via Uber eats- delivery was great and although there was some minor spillage from the boxes, everything stayed in place for the most part. We ordered the corn beef hash, biscuits and gravy (yum!), the eggs Benedict, and the three egg breakfast. Everything was great besides my eggs Benedict, which I'll include a picture of. There was no hollandaise sauce on it and just seemed like there was a thin layer of butter put on it. The eggs were cooked nicely but the potatoes could've used a bit more seasoning. I'm just hoping that the lack of the hollandaise sauce was an honest mistake. We will be ordering from here again in the future. read more

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Attempted to phone order breakfast this morning, no answer. Went to location, door was locked 6:35am, sign says "Open Daily 6:30am", so I knocked. Gentleman came from around the corner/kitchen & I waved at him. He proceeded to turn around and walk back to the kitchen. He did NOT come out to greet me or even acknowledge me or address that his establishment was unable to open at the posted time. I waited until 7am and called the restaurant & spoke to the gentleman, he explained he had a late night fundraiser at the Aquarium and his help wasn't there when I was at the restaurant front door. He then told me to have a nice day and hung up the phone on me. I called back once again & the young lady who answered indicated it was her Dad and pleaded for me not to write a review. At this point the story changed, apparently there was a family emergency last night... Not sure who to believe, but I can tell you EXACTLY where to go if you want to be disrespected! Do not give these people your money, they have no business sense and do not deserve to serve food to the general public. read more

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Michael S.

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Fantastic....we left the airport and got off the highway and Goggled places to eat. We saw Carol's Cafe and went not knowing what to expect. What we got was the best breakfast experience we've had in a long time. My ham and cheese omelette was the best omelette I have ever had and my wife had scrambled eggs and bacon and it was fantastic. The staff was amazing, attentive and friendly. I wish I lived closer because I would go there all the time. This place is the real deal when it comes to a local breakfast joint. Great job!!!!! read more

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Christopher F.

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I was in the neighborhood and decided to order takeout from this place. I looked at the menu online and decided on a couple breakfast sandwiches and a side of corned beef hash. The online platform (and Uber Eats) showed me a total of about $15. Figuring it would be about the same or a little cheaper in person, I placed the order over the phone. But when I got there and they rang me up they said around $22. Thinking I must've been mistaken, I paid the $22 (plus a tip) and asked for the receipt. Sure enough, nothing I ordered was explicitly on the receipt...just Generic Item - $6.99, Generic Item - $7.99, etc. So they blatantly overcharged me. Food was fine but I'd never go back. read more

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Food was great and inexpensive delivered quickly. Small seating area but well spaced seating.

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My boyfriend and I were pleasantly surprised by the amazing customer service from Kim! She is a doll and super sweet . The food was amazing and the portions were huge. This spot is charming and has great vibes as well, much needed during this pandemic. I will definitely be frequenting here. read more

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burnt everything. this is a front restaurant and not board safety cant find a number anywhere. this crap is garbage all burnt never the option your order read more

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Debbie W.

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Love this place food is great. The chicken and waffles are a favorite and the omelette was Sooo good. Takeout it's awesome and so convenient. The staff are pleasant and very helpful and friendly read more

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Kelly M.

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This place is amazing. The aesthetic is so clam and modern . The coffee is served in a large cup and ur paying less. Is amazing and I would definitely come again !!! read more

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Daria C.

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Been coming here since I was a little girl. Food is always so impressive and so is the staff.. Clean, cute and comfy. Coffee and food is just amazing! Highly recommend for breakfast or lunch. read more

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Eric N.

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food and service was great, would gladly go there again fo either breakfast or lunch.

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Melanie G.

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The owner was very nice. It was a table for us right away. They handed us on menu, but they never came back. I thought maybe they were waiting for choices but then we left the menus together until the side of the table after sometime had gone by my daughter noticed, the people who came after us already taken their order my daughter didn't like this so we left. I didn't get to try the food though I heard it's very good so we have to try again but this time I hope they have more staff. read more

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39 Tuttle St
Wakefield, MA 01880
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(781) 587-0756
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http://www.carolscafewakefield.com

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What time does Carol’s Cafe open?

Carol’s Cafe opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Carol’s Cafe close?

Carol’s Cafe closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Does Carol’s Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, Carol’s Cafe serves alcohol.

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Does Carol’s Cafe have parking?

Yes, Carol’s Cafe has parking options.

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Does Carol’s Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Carol’s Cafe has free WiFi.

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My fiancé who is a French toast expert said the crunchy French toast was quite possibly the best…read moreshe's ever had. Got sat down quickly on Easter Sunday. Well oiled machine for service. Good vibes. Quick service. Food quality was the main driver for the review. Surprisingly inexpensive for the quality. Kudo's to the people that are running this place.

Isaac greeted my friend and I when we arrived for breakfast and recommended the corned beef hash…read morewith eggs on top. It's homemade and was a really good recommendation! The corned beef is large chunks, not small diced pieces found in most commercial and canned hash. The potatoes, peppers, and onions gave a nice texture and flavor. I had it topped with two over medium eggs which were perfectly cooked. As I was eyeing the French toast, he gave me a single piece which included their fruit infused whipped cream and was really, really good! That might be my entree next time. My friend got the crepes and her face was doing happy expressions while she was eating. My new best friend Maria kept my coffee mug full-she visited the table frequently to make sure my mug never got low nor cold. She also took care to clean the table promptly as plates were finished. Now if my kids could learn that... oh wait, this is a diner review. The ambiance is cute and chic. There was easy access to accommodate wheel chairs and they have their menu clearly marked for gluten free available and vegan options (most of the menu). The menu is on the fancier side; they will prepare whatever someone wants (e.g. if someone just wants 2 eggs and bacon, they can easily do that). The location is on Main St. so parking is hit or miss. If you are nearby and want something good, this is a good option!

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This spot delivers an exceptional dining experience with a clean, classic pub-like atmosphere and a…read morefriendly, attentive staff that makes the environment feel homey. The menu features unique, creative culinary twists, with large portion sizes offered at affordable prices. Flatbreads are huge - the size of a shareable pizza! The shortrib sandwich should be renamed to "everything but the kitchen sink" because that thing was stuffed to the brim. The fish tacos are a standout item for me though. The fish was fresh and perfectly crusted. While cabbage slaw isn't always a personal favorite, their unique mango pineapple slaw is excellent and worth eating down to the last bite. It is a solid, reliable choice for a satisfying and value-forward meal in a comfortable, casual setting if you're in the area.

1. French onion soup had HAM in it and tasted more like a stew…read more 2. ZERO spice to buffalo wings and came out cold. blue cheese dressing was good. 3. Runnng home to the bathroom after eating bahn mi. Just gross. 4. Burger ordered medium well, flimsy food service patty came out medium rare. 5. Fries cooked well done -- yummy but cold. 6. Even though the restaurant was almost empty it took 3 requests to get a cup of ice. 7. Music so loud (and bad) hard to have a conversation. 8. Unless you are looking for an opportunity to be dissapointed and ripped off, I would strongly suggest you skip this place. 9 The one star is for the wide open windows and a nice summer breeze.

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Super cute diner with lots of seating and friendly staff. We came on a Friday morning and were…read moreseated immediately

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0.4 mi

The food is excellent, great breakfasts, service was very helpful and polite…read moreTheir omelets are to die for!

Why I won't be back:…read more - There was only one waitress running tables, clearing tables, taking orders, etc. -ordered OJ, never got it -ordered coffee multiple times only got 1 refill and it was cold. -service was terrible; napkin had what looked like feces on it, no set table before sitting, no menus,etc. -food: bland, over cooked eggs, cold hashbrowns after them being brought after the fact/not with the meal, avocado brought on a separate plate after being given the omelette that was suppose to come with avocado. When given the bill, asked "how was everything". When honest about our exeperince waitress apologized and took hot coffee off the bill. While leaving, we talked to a party who was also heading out. They only received waters and never got food. They said they sat for an hour and wouldn't be back. Understand it's mothers days but it was known to busy and they should have planned for this.

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Gong Cha

5.0(2 reviews)

Nicely renovated space which has been long empty and a great addition to downtown Wakefield…read more I enjoyed my taro milk tea with oat milk.

After finishing up dinner at a nearby spot, my husband and I wanted something sweet, and we…read morestumbled upon this brand new Gong Cha that just opened this weekend! Upon entering, the spot was bright, very welcoming, organized and extremely clean! As an avid bubble tea goer this alone already had me very excited to place my order! I'm so happy that there is finally a GongCha in the area and this place has a bit of a much more upscale ambiance compared to the other Gongcha's that I have been to in the past! The staff were super friendly and even offered suggestions based on my flavor preferences which was super sweet of them! I ended up getting both a mango slush as well as a pearl bubble tea and both were so good! My drinks came out extremely fast and of course the taste to no surprise was great! Overall, a super inviting and fun experience- I definitely will be back with friends and family. If you're in the area, definitely stop by- the workers and owner are very welcoming, especially if you're looking for something sweet to start or end the day off! Keep it up, I loved it!

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Gloria A.

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1 year ago

Carol's at Night!!!!! Amazing Food!!!! Just returned from an absolutely delicious meal!!! Lentil soup, corn appetizer and shrimp tacos - I have had them before but HAD to have them again!!! the new treat was the SALMON SOUP!!! l only tried it to be nice to Yenny, the chef, who was so excited for me to taste it. I am not crazy about salmon. I was shocked! The soup was absolutely delicious! Perfect! The broth was smooth, subtle and comforting; the salmon was so fresh, delicate, perfectly cooked! I would have bet $1000 that I would not like any salmon soup -- ever!!!! BUT I would have lost my money for sure! I can't wait to have that soup again. Everyone should experience it! I am afraid that when people discover this little hidden gem, I won't be able to get in without a long wait, but Yenny deserves recognition for the wonderful dishes offered at Carol's at Night! read more

Marie S.

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5 years ago

Running late for a ferry and ordered food to go. Carol ran our food out to our car as soon as it was ready so we wouldn't miss the ferry! Delicious food and a very sweet lady. We'll be back, thank you! read more

Lori S.

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5 years ago

Amazing food and amazing service we will most definitely go back. Everything was excellent

Liam O.

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1 year ago

Blah Dirty and looked like it tasted Better you go to Dennys down the rd Sketchville read more

Sheila R.

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5 years ago

First time there today, our new go to spot!!!! Food was great!!!

Christina G.

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5 years ago

great food clean atmosphere kind owner love coming here

Carol A.

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4 years ago

Food is delicious, great waitstaff and owner.

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