If I could give more than five stars I would!! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the service was excellent. The calamari was amazing and the goose bread was pretty good. I ordered the Cajun Shrimp and Grits which was divine! I usually don't like savory grits but these were the best I've ever had. My husband ordered the lamb and eggs which he said was amazing. We will definitely be back!! read more

I'm always impressed when a restaurant can take the basics and make them really, really good. I ordered French toast, eggs, and bacon from Eggspectation, and honestly, I loved every bit of it. Nothing overly complicated but well prepared, flavorful breakfast food done right. I only got my food to go, but the restaurant itself looked really nice and I definitely want to come back and actually sit down for brunch. The staff was super friendly and helpful, my order was ready right on time, and even after driving it back to my hotel, everything was still warm. This is definitely going to become one of my go-to brunch spots whenever I'm in the area. Can't wait to actually dine in next time! read more

Would I recommend? I would. I would also tell you that you will enjoy the food, it is high level "okay"but is not great. I wasn't overly excited with anything I ate but yes it was "okay", not bad. This may be my shortest review yet because I do not have much to say. But let me do this: service...got the job done. Ambiance...gets crowded at peak times and hours. Tip: order pickup. read more

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I love eating breakfast any time of day! We started with the Fried Calamari, which my boyfriend really enjoyed. I ordered the Eggsuberant meal, which came with fluffy pancakes topped with salted maple caramel sauce and fresh strawberries . It also included two scrambled eggs with cheese , applewood-smoked bacon , and Lyonnaise-style potatoes . Everything tasted good, though I do wish the eggs had been more thoroughly scrambled with the cheese. He ordered the Fried Chicken & Waffles and added the salted maple caramel sauce and fresh strawberries as well. The chicken could have been seasoned a bit more, but overall the meal was enjoyable. The service was okay, and the atmosphere was a little busy. There was a short wait before we were seated. read more

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Sometimes can have a long wait on the weekends but we went this (Saturday) morning and was seated right away around 8:15am! I didn't take a photo of it but their garlic bread is literally the best. Would come in just for that alone lol but decided to try something sweet for breakfast this time instead of savory and the s'mores French toast was so good but had to take half home just because of how sweet and chocolatey it was read more

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I had a taste for breakfast so decided to give this spot a try. I'm glad I did. If you're looking for omelettes you should give them a try. This spot isn't crowded, seated quickly and it's nice and roomy. Now for the food. There's so many choices that you will need to come back at least a second round. You can't come and now try the omelette. The Eggspectation and the shrimp and crab Omelettes hands down some of best omelettes I've had. Flavor through and through, the right amount of everything. The Breakfast Tacoskick and a punch in the mouth, you'll want more than three. Adding the Lemon Ricotta Blueberry Pancakes to any meal... why not. The cakes are fluffy, with the cream cheese drizzle to finish. Chefs kiss. Shout out to our waiter Kollin I will definitely be back read more

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We had a great early dinner at Eggspectation last night as a family of four. We've visited many times for breakfast and lunch, but this was our first time coming for dinner--and it did not disappoint. We arrived during happy hour, which was a nice bonus. My husband and I enjoyed a glass of wine while we waited for our food. I ordered the mussels with marinara sauce, which came with fries. My husband went with the wings and a salad and was very happy with his choice. Our kids ordered a pizza and chicken tenders with fries, and both meals were big hits. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food, and the atmosphere was relaxed and family-friendly. Our waitress was especially accommodating, which we appreciated while dining out with kids. It was nice to experience Eggspectation in a different way than our usual, and we'll definitely be back for dinner again. read more

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Ambiance is cool, service is great, but the kitchen cannot seem to cook meat (steak, lamb.) I always have to send it back, and although they will replace the entire entree no questions, they will send it back out incorrect. Overcooked every time. Amazing juices!! read more

What a great experience. I've been trying to get to eggspectation for quite sometime and finally had the shot. My wife and I went on a Monday before Veterans Day and this place was surprisingly packed. There were about 10 people waiting so I immediately knew I had to be at the right spot. We waited about 10 minutes and were seated. This place was lively. Great place for brunch. Our waitress was friendly and made a few suggestions. My wife and I ordered the following: Lemon Ricotta & Blueberry Pancakes Eggstravaganza Cajun Shrimp & Grits Western Omelette Flight of Mimosa's The Mimosa flight came out first. The flavors were Strawberry, Peach, Orange and Margarita. My wife enjoyed two of the four, peach and strawberry. Our food came out and took up the entire table. I ate the Cajun Shrimp and Grits along with the extravaganza. The shrimp and grits were DELICIOUS!!! Seasoned well, nice size shrimp, good sausage, and creamy grits. They could have gone a little lighter on the onions as I picked a few out due to the size but still delicious nonetheless. The extravaganza came with two slices of French toast, eggs, bacon and potatoes. The bacon seemed a little tasteless but the French toast was delicious. The eggs were fine and the potatoes were good as well. Overall I really enjoyed my two meals. My wife ordered the western omelette and the lemon ricotta and blueberry pancakes. The western omelette came with potatoes and salad. The omelette good however she really loved the pancakes. Between the mimosas and the pancakes she had no room for anything else. Overall we had a great experience and we will definitely return. Great service, good food and an enjoyable experience. read more

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I dined here for the first time with a friend. It's a nice, comfortable environment with friendly and professional staff. We started with the salted caramel beignets. Delicious. I ordered the eggstravaganza and my friend got the chicken and waffle. The waffle was good, but the chicken was dry with little flavor. I liked everything with my meal, except the French toast. The ham was really good. I would return. read more

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Food was okay. Service nice but a little slow. Waited a while to order and for refills. Not too crowded. Server was nice. The problem is really that they charge you a lot for small things. Salad. Add chicken? 8 dollars. An extra pancake? 6 dollars. A side of bacon? 6 dollars. They nickel and dime you for a simple meal. So although we enjoyed it and had a good experience it was very overpriced for what it was. read more

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I've been to this location a few times before and I've always had a pleasant experience! I went with a friend and we were seated very quickly, and the service was great; the staff members are very attentive! The food was delicious! Including the Mimosa Flight, biscuits as an appetizer, and the Lamb Chops and eggs for my entree. The lambs chops were seasoned very well and the potatoes were cooked just right. I didn't have room for dessert so I guess I will have to come back again soon! read more

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Food was amazing! I had the Cajun shrimp and grits and it was the best shrimp and grits I've ever had! Restaurant was very clean, updated, and service was great! Food arrived fast, hot and fresh. There was a wait time the day I went (on a Saturday). Wait was quoted at 30 minutes, but we only waited 20 minutes. Superb! read more

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Dear Waffle, and eggs, don't be jealous it's true, I will have an appetite for all of you. Golden and crispy a sweet savory dream. Who's the best power couple in this whole thing? Us, NO! Chicken and waffle was the one who shined! I moaned, groaned, ooooh'd and ah'd. This waffle was the BEST! O - M - G!!!!! The better half and I have several trips planned and through BWI so I'm going to suggest this place be our "on the way" to the airport stop. I need this in my life, I mean good food = good mood! Who doesn't love a good breakfast spot? Make the trip! Worth every breakfast bite! Ambiance is chill. Casual for breakfast! Save your good threads for date night! Good, good, good! Lick your plate good! No getting into it because it's ALL GOOD! Dreaming of this until I return.... read more

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Making a BWI run had us in the Gambrills area, so how could we resist one of if not the best breakfast spot in the DMV!! Since I first visited the location in Silver Spring many moons ago, I've been a huge fan! The food is consistently OUTSTANDING! The interior is similar to First Watch.. Kinda country and no frills. This time out I had the crab and shrimp Benedict over cheesy grits and she had Chicken and Waffles. I've never had a Benedict like this, no English Muffin, hey, who needed the carbs anyway.. I absolutely loved it. She couldn't stop talking about how good her waffle was and after tasting it she was right! We chose not to wait and was lucky enough to snag a couple seats at the bar so that we could dive right in. Our bartender did an excellent job serving us and making drinks for the entire restaurant..I hate it when I don't remember names to give the appropriate shout out... I'll do better! :) If breakfast food is your thing, try out the restaurant that has "egg" in its name.. Just note, they have an awesome dinner menu too that I'm dying to try!! read more

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I love eggspectation! They don't accept reservations on the weekend for brunch but the wait time isn't long. They get you in and out pretty quickly and service was warm and welcoming. Now let's get to the food!!!!!! The crab and shrimp omelette and Benedict was soooooo good. They add pesto and tomato's in there and the Benedict they pair with creamy grits and the omelette with crispy potatoes. But I couldn't only get that I had to get the French toast. I got the French toast with mascarpone and caramel sauce. My friend got the blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes. They are accommodating to any changes you have. And the ambience is really nice. Elevated diner style but nice. Highly recommend. read more

I've been to Eggspectation in Gambrills a few times now, and every visit has been solid! The service is always friendly and attentive, and the food is consistently great. The ambiance is bright, upbeat, and perfect for a weekend brunch or casual catch-up with friends. This was my first time trying Vincent's Iced Espresso, so good! As for the food... I only remembered to take a pic more than halfway through eating because it was that good. I'll try to get a full plate photo next time before I devour it Definitely one of my go-to brunch spots in the area. Highly recommend! read more

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Randomly came here with a friend and it wasn't busy at all. We were seated immediately. I ordered the French toast and French fries and it was pretty good. My friend ordered the wings and a shrimp sandwich, but the waiter couldn't really provide us with helpful information about the menu. I think she was only familiar with some items. The restaurant was nicely decorated and clean. Overall it was decent and a pretty good breakfast spot if you want a quick bite! They used to have a location in Silver Spring, but that closed a while ago! I wasn't disappointed with my meal and if I'm in the area I would absolutely return! read more

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First day date of 2026 we ventured to Eggspectation for brunch to kick off the year. The hostess was welcoming and after a brief 15 min wait we were seated. Service was great, fast and efficient for a busy day, the drinks were perfection and food was good but some items seemed pricey in comparison. Some version of bagel-n-lox is my go to breakfast/brunch order so the smoked salmon benny was calling my name. It was tasty but not sure it matched the price point of $25. (They have a similar dish- Bene Duck that is a croissant with poached eggs, duck confit, hollandaise on a croissant for $23 so not sure why the smoked salmon is slightly more expensive but the price-point did not deter me from trying it as its typically around $18-20 per entree most places.) The Jamaican coffee was strong coffee with a good amount of liquor, it was perfection in a mug and my fav thing of the day for $13. My hubby had the sangria and eggspectation burger $23 which he shared the burger needed a sauce so it was a bit dry and the sangria was just okay. Overall good experience and good food, some items on the menu seem a bit overpriced compared to other brunch spots but ultimately we enjoyed the experience and will be back! (Total cost for two for brunch with two entrees, no apps and two alcoholic drinks: ~$80) read more

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Was supposed to come with a big group but they were on the struggle bus lol, so I decided to still come and have breakfast by myself! The ambiance is chill as I got here about 9:30am on a Sunday. My server Nusrat was kind and made sure I was satisfied with my selections. The food was delicious by the mimosa had me ready to get back in bed after my second glass lol. I'll definitely be back. While I enjoyed my meal I noticed a woman and man walking around checking in on tables mainly the lady as I saw her visit tables of people around me that were by themselves but no one visited me! The gentleman thanked me for dining as I was leaving the restaurant. read more

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Date: May 19, 2025 Time: 11:25am Environment/Ambiance: Beautiful and spacious Staff: Friendly Food: Eggstravana (French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, and Bacon) Drink: Water and Sweet Tea It wasn't too busy when I arrived. I recommend coming around this time on a beautiful Sunday. I'm excited to be out of town visiting Gambrills, Maryland. I ordered the Eggstravana: You can get the eggs the way you prefer them. The food was good and delicious. Especially the French toast, it was the best French toast I have had so far from breakfast and brunch restaurants. Looks like some restaurants got some competition on French toast . Anyway I enjoyed my experience and will definitely come back again in the future if I ever visit Gambrills, Maryland again. The server was nice and did a good job. read more

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This was worst salmon I've ever had mainly bcuz it didn't taste like anything and I had thought I ordered the wrong dish? The presentation was fine but the salmon was really bland and needed extra sauce or something. We requested some chimichuri so that helped but other than that I wouldn't order this again. read more

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Solid breakfast place to eat at. Walked in on a busy weekend and they had a booth ready for our party of three. The waitress was kind and quick. The food took a bit but it was worth the wait. Very solid breakfast place and I recommend to other people! read more

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This is my 3rd time trying Eggspecation and I am consistently disappointed with the experience. The greeter always mis quotes the wait time making it egregiously longer than they quote after the Sunday morning rush (2:30pm). You can try your luck in the bar area, but unfortunately no kids allowed. I beg to question if they are playing favorites, as we were seated after a group we witnessed checking in 10 min after us. Once you're seated, there is no rhyme or reason, they will sit 2 people in a large booth and 5 ppl to squeeze at a table in a main walk way. It takes a while for the server to initially stop by your table so you should probably be ready with what you want to order. The kitchen is very quick, bus people are swift, and the servers are very nice and try to accommodate as much as possible. The menu options with the southern charm, tag names, and the flavors are fabulous. If you want vegan or vegetarian options, you will have to mix a match as there are no standard menu options. Drinks are delightfully themed and fairly priced. With limited brunch options, this place has so much potential. Enjoy good people! read more

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Eggspectation stands among the options in the shopping area for a hot meal! Khabilah was our darling server and she was wonderful. The menu at Eggspectation spreads appetizers, sandwiches, omelets, and more! The beverage options boast an impressive array of cocktails, no drafts, and smoothies and special coffees. So much to tickle the taste buds! I tried the shrimp and crab omelette with extra crispy potatoes and it was a complete let down. The filling was off with barely any crabmeat and the shrimp bits was off putting. The pesto did not complement this ensemble... it didn't look or taste fresh. Oh, and the grease?! Meh. On the other hand, the Surf and Turf burger and salmon tacos starter were devoured. Eggspectation is a great option when in the area! Parking is ample and accessibility is a bit limited but the restaurant can accommodate where needed. read more

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1/4/2025- I needed to catch up with my super booked adult niece. I asked her to choose the restaurant because she doesn't eat seafood & other things that I tend to enjoy. She selected Eggspectation and I was excited since I don't get here often enough for my taste buds. We were seated immediately despite the restaurant bustling on a winter's afternoon. I went for my usual shrimp & crab omelette & added Swiss cheese. On previous trips, I've ordered the veggie & southwest sunrise omelets, Belgium waffles, French toast, or fluffy pancakes. Everything is fresh & delicious. Eggspectation's service & comfort food are consistently good. I've never had a bad meal. If you've never tried them, what are you waiting for?!?! Moreover, brilliant minds decided to bring this elevated franchise South to Charles County!!!! Can't wait to make that location my neighborhood spot. The area desperately needed it. Silver Diner & IHOP have been holding down the fort since Bob Evans closed. read more

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I stopped in because I had an appointment at a building near by and decided to stop in to past time while traffic died down. I was greeted as soon as I came in and the as seated in a booth by the bar. My server was Kayla who was friendly and gave me some ideas as what to eat. I ordered the eggsuberent. The food was delicious and my food took no time to come out. The place was quiet and clean. read more

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It was just ok. Stopped here before going to the movies for a quick bite on 2/3, and figured we'd give it a shot. The wait was around 30mins at 1pm which wasn't bad for a busy Saturday. I had the Eggstravaganza - 7/10 - French toast, eggs, bacon and potatoes. The French toast had a weird texture that I didn't enjoy. Otherwise it was a solid breakfast. My friend had the lemon ricotta pancakes and said they were 10/10. It didn't wow me so I couldn't see myself coming back with so many other food options in the area. read more

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I just had my first visit to Eggspectation, and wow, I was really impressed! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was super quick. Plus, my server was so friendly and attentive! I can't wait to go back! read more

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Visited Eggspectation and it surpassed my expectations lol. It gives me a first watch feel but has its own uniqueness. It was a 20 minute wait that went by quickly but not a lot of space to wait when crowded, staff were sweet, and the bathrooms were clean. Once we got seated at our table we ordered and got our food pretty quickly. To drink we had coffee, the green light juice and Page A Tropical Paradise (all really good). Then we had the gooey goose bread which was soooo good, if you don't like sweet foods, then don't dip your bread in the glaze, but that was the best part (of course so was the bread) at our table. For our entrees we had the classic eggs benedict, cajun shrimp and grits, eggspectation omelette, Toluca Poutine, and grand marnier french toast flambé. All were so good! The potatoes that came with the Benedict and omelette were so crispy and delicious. The omelette was stuffed like you'd want it! The poutine was filled was so much flavor and a great recommendation from our waitress Karen. The shrimp and grits were good and a lightly spicy with a good amount of grits (which I was surprised given other reviews on not having enough grits). I can see what other reviewers mean in the sense that they provide so much sauce for the grits that you do want more grits but I think it was just enough of a serving size and meant to be extra saucy. We would definitely come back again, super solid spot. read more

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My SO and I were looking for breakfast and we found it here ! Food was delightful and service was great. Soft music for background. People around catching up with one another. Great ambiance. Pictures say it all! Looking forward to another entree here! Buen provecho ! read more

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This place used to be in Silver Spring, but... then they closed lol. After Dodgebow for a friend's birthday, we came here for 'dinner', and I was so excited! It's a huge restaurant, and we got seated in the back room, it felt so private. They have a special Fall menu right now, and I was so very close to getting the apple pie crepe. But it felt so much like dessert I was on the fence... it was either going to be that or the breakfast poutine. While deciding, I got a smoothie -- I forget the name, but it had lots of berries and mango in it. And it was fantastic, and I would've gotten a second one... but nah, enough money spent haha. For food, I decided to get the breakfast poutine, which had cheese curds, an egg, applewood bacon, chorizo, gravy, and more. It was quite delicious, and I was nothing short of satisfied. They have so many menus... the seasonal one, the breakfast one, and the lunch/dinner one. I'll be back, because there's much much more to try. By the way, given the size of our party (10), the woman taking care of us did a fantastic job. read more

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This is the first time at this location and we were there fairly early so no wait and the staff were quick and pleasant. Got the veggie omelet which was good. The caramel latte was what I needed though and that was great. Chill place for a bite and coffee. The service was a standout feature of this visit read more

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I absolutely enjoyed my time at Eggspectation! The service, the food everything was amazing. I was upset I haven't tried this place sooner. I was looking for a spot to grab some brunch for my birthday that wasn't too far and after looking through some places on Yelp, Eggspectation was the best option. There is plenty of parking (always a plus)! It is a very welcoming, warm and cute spot. It wasn't crowded on the day I visited so there was no wait time at all. I had the original pancakes, which were was hot, fluffy and served with hot syrup! It was so delicious! Once we were done eating the server even brought out a birthday waffle and I was not expecting that at all but it was very flavorful definitely not your ordinary waffle. Our server was soo sweet and kind. I can't wait to try Eggspectation out again in the very near future. read more

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What a great place for a birthday breakfast. The environment is pleasant and the service was excellent, didn't have to wait. My sisters and I were greeted by Rachel B which who is very attentive, pleasant and outstanding waitress. The food was pleasantly delicious and enjoyable enough; not overwhelming. But, what was the best thing about being here for the first time, was the waitress Rachel B. After we had completed our breakfast, to our surprise, she presented a nice birthday waffle dessert for my sister. Wasn't expecting this!!! But it only gives you what type of person Rachel B is. So, if you in the neighborhood, I do recommend this place. Thanks for the great experience.. read more

Came here for brunch as a surprise for my future mother in law. I have been to the one that used to be in silver spring years ago. Today I didn't get breakfast I wanted to try the salmon. I replaced the risotto for a mixed green salad. Bae got French toast and a side of turkey bacon and potatoes. His mom got chicken and waffles. Everyone finished all of their food for once lol. read more

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This is was a quick cute restaurant to come to. It gives southern vibes and aesthetics throughout the restaurant and the menu options. I got the buffalo wings and a side of French fries (in my opinion the serving of fries was small, but it wasn't a lack of fries waiting to be eaten either). The wings were pretty good more of a dry rub than a sauce kind of wing. I appreciated the cook on the wing and the fact that they were huge but a good normal size wingette. The service was great. The waiter was attentive. I do want to come back and try their cheesecake the different options looked incredible. Hopefully, it taste as well as it looks. read more

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Dad and I came to one of his favorite spots for a late breakfast. Coffee was better than a few restaurants we've been to on this trip, but sadly still not our favorites. We love a really good dark roast. Dad got his usual of eggs benadict instead of ham he gets turkey bacon. I opted for the more protein plate so I got the steak and eggs with a side of fruit. I did have to send the steak back cause it was just a little too pink for my liking. The fruit was delicious and the bananas was the best part lol. Our server was new and we could tell, but he did a really good job. We left full and happy to return another day. read more

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This would have been 5 stars if the service from the hostess was more polite. Rolling eyes at customers is probably not the best way to treat your guests. But I figured it's just one worker so I'd give this place a chance and I am glad that I did. The food was so fresh and delicious. I'd go back but maybe at a less busy time like a weekday. Glad I didn't let that one worker deter me. read more

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This place was BUSY on a Sunday afternoon. When I arrived, there were a few parties waiting to be seated. I added my name to a list and was told that it was about a 45 minute wait. I did like that I was able to track how long the wait was in real time on my phone. We ordered Mediterranean wings as an appetizer which were decent. We also ordered their special bread which tasted a lot like French toast. It was really good. For my entree, I ordered a southwest omelette which I didn't realize came with a side of potatoes so I also ordered a side of cheesy grits. The grits and potatoes were really good, however, the only thing about the omelette that was southwest were the vegetables. The omelette lacked any real flavor but it was edible. This restaurant is conveniently located, has plenty of parking, and is family friendly. I would return to try other menu items. read more

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