Loved the Christmas lights! Locals seemed to know staff, friendly vibe. Nachos were great! Thanks!read more

A nice eatery in downtown Malden MA! We stopped in during a trip to have lunch with family and…read morewhat a nice gem! The service was fast and friendly, the food was quick and tasty! This is a must stop if you're in the area, the cute atmosphere is perfect for a causal dinning experience.

Amazing breakfast food. If you're looking for an original diner type of vibe, this is it. Their…read moreiced coffees are incredibe as well. I was visiting my friend who lives here in the area and he lives just around the corner and I was so jealous that he is in walking distance. Their service was awesome too, the young lady was super nice and sweet. I would definitely other options as it was hard for me to decide on just one thing.

I ordered on a Saturday morning via their website. I had gone shortly after they opened and ordered…read morean egg and cheese on a bagel. It came out to like $6 dollars. Since it was so early I was able to run in and park at one of the meter spots since they don't have parking. I think there is a lot next door. Unfortunately they only had one girl working the front and a chef in the back. I'd think for a weekend shift they would have two up front. I had to wait a little extra longer than expected when I had already paid and was far past my pick up time. The space seemed small but did have a handful of people. When I was leaving I realized there was a whole back part for seating. Not sure if I'd come back again considering I don't think their espresso machine has ever worked and breakfast sandwich was fair. Lots of great options on the menu though!

Food: Wow their decaf Mars latte was amazing. I wanted boba originally but nothing was open at 9am…read more This was so good! Service: Fast. Ambiance: Cozy cafe with a good amount of seating areas and natural sunlight.

The pastries were yummy. We tried feta-dill and jalapeño poppers bikeenys and enjoyed both. Great…read moretexture, crispy exterior with a soft and creamy flavorful filling. The coffee was pretty good for the price, solid brew for a good value. No complaints here. The breakfast sandwich didn't quite land; it could use some work. They advertise selling dinner in the evenings and the pictures of the offerings looked delicious!

Donuts with everything! Had the eggs Benedict on donuts and it was awesome. Donuts are almost like…read moreusing brioche. They've got all your standard diner fare like jag and home fries! Simple no frills.

Donut Villa Diner is one of my favorite breakfast spots! They have an extensive vegan menu AND…read morevegan donuts. During autumn they even have vegan apple cider donuts. We're regulars at the diner so the staff usually recognize us. The servers are super sweet and very attentive. On weekends it's usually extremely busy, so get there before 10am or be prepared to wait. The diner feels like it's right out of the 1950s. The booths are bright red and they have a long countertop where folks can eat at.

Franny's, connected right to Patrick's, is one of those spots that feels like a hidden gem the…read moresecond you walk in. Classic small diner setup, black and white checkerboard floors, and you can sit at the barstools by the grill and watch them cook your breakfast. I've eaten both breakfast and lunch there and the food is great every time. It's got that old school comfort feel, portions are solid, everything comes out fresh just how you want it. The staff is super friendly and attentive, whole place has that welcoming vibe that keeps you coming back. It's the kind of spot you try once and already know you'll be back. If you get a chance in the late afternoon, check out Patrick's next door for a bar vibe. Both places do not disappoint.

SOOOOOOO UNSANITARY!!!! I never saw the cook wash her hands! EVER!!!! I really wish I had followed…read moremy first mind to just get up and leave before I ordered. When I first saw her go back behind the counter after sitting there playing with her, writing things down, sipping her coke and talking to an elderly man customer. She walked right behind that counter and just started preparing food. NO GLOVES!!!!! She then drove a customer home (very nice of her) but she came back and started food immediately... at least she put on gloves this time. When she made my food, she reached right into the container of walnuts (NO GLOVES) and sprinkled some into the pancake batter. I don't remember seeing a grade in the window. Health dept probably never goes by! I'm sure this is fine for cooking at home for your family, but disgusting when you're serving the public. I felt like I was gonna throw up the whole time. I left most of the food on the plate. Also, my side of butter with the pancakes had lint and hair in it.

Super cute spot! Entering, it smells like freshly-ground coffee. Hard to find a seat on the weekend…read morebecause it's so good. Even a simple toast is next-level tasty here.

I came here on a whim and arrived to a small line but crowded cafe. They had their menus high up on…read morethe walls with traditional coffee beverages, tea, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and a yogurt menu. I was sad to not see any specialty coffee/lattes. Although, the iced coffee and cold brew were good. The breakfast sandwich was the star of the show though, the Egg & Feta sandwich was perfectly balanced with greens, feta, fluffy egg and delicious bread. I was happy to see they had a few tables outside because inside was crowded and I was there alone and didn't want to take up an entire indoor table.

Brush up on your Italian to visit this very-old-school caffe, where it feels like Nonna and Nonno…read morehave been serving cappucinos and capreses to a loyal neighborhood paisans for a few generations. The charm is in its no-fuss interior with Sicilian accents, Italian sodas, and a few imported products that make you feel like you stumbled into a Sons of Italy gathering at the VFW in 1975. The name implies seafood, but that seems more of a nod to the Italian island than a specialty food. There were not a lot of pastry selections, but the cake slices that were there looked good and there was a limited, fresh menu including a lovely caprese panini we got To Go. This is not a hipster barista latte art remote work kind of place, but it is certainly a unique retro experience and obviously a neighborhood gem that has stood the test of time. Bene.

Great costumer service very nice and polite while having amazing fresh food and refreshing ice…read morecoffees.

I stopped here for brunch on New Year's Day after a workout. The place seemed casual enough to be…read morein your gym clothes. It was busy but I was seated right away. I arrived an hour before closing. I was given a menu and coffee. Ordering was very easy. The food came out in a timely manner. They have all the classic diner options. While the food was great, the service wasn't as welcoming. They did not come to check in or refill my coffee like they were to others. Whether that is because of me dining alone, me coming close to closing time or due to my race, I guess we will never know. I did go up to the counter request more coffee and a to-go box. Expect to pay ~$15-20 for food and coffee.

I had an hour to kill in Melrose as late morning hunger struck. I found street parking pretty…read moreeasily. There were a couple of patrons sitting at tables and I chose the bar. Very friendly staff. They do quite a brisk take out business. I ordered scrambled eggs with hash. Too much food--but delicious. The hash consistency was a bit puréed to me, but tasty nonetheless. I'll be back!