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    Empty Nest Cafe and Bar

    4.0 (60 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    EMPTY NEST CAFE AND BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Eggplant appetizer
    Rachel M.

    This is a little spot that you would never know is there. It is located in the middle of a strip mall. It only has a few tables. We were welcomed immediately. We ordered the eggplant appetizer because they were out of gumbo. I am kind of glad they were out because I loved the eggplant. The marinara was also very good, The chicken Parmesan and shrimp remoulade wrap were delicious. I loved the fries! Everything was hot and made to order. The waitress was super sweet and the kitchen was a one man operation. We will definitely come back.

    16$ ribeye
    Payton C.

    Nice old school feel. Great prices great service & even better bites! This is a great place. I'm so lucky to have to found it!

    2 egg breakfast
    Ramona L.

    So happy to find a "new nest" for breakfast!! Christine greeted us with Southern hospitality making us feel welcome from the start! Quaint, cozy and reminiscent of "home" it truly is a gem!! I settled with the two egg breakfast! It came with grits, bacon and hashbrowns. Let's just say it satisfied my hunger plus some... and to top that off, how about a $3 mimosa??how can you not to that??

    Pancakes
    Lindsey B.

    This place is very hole in the wall breakfast cafe but it's so good and perfect! I love it! Delicious and cheap breakfast. Nothing fancy but sometimes you don't need all that! And it's a mom and pop place instead of having to go to a chain for cheap breakfast. Glad it's close to our house!

    Typically not the type to point out bad service but I've never left a place feeling so dissatisfied about the service. Took 15-20 minutes to even put in our food order. Then we waited 30+ minutes for our food, an omelet and the big breakfast. After getting our food we were still waiting on the pancakes to be served that came with the big breakfast, we already finished our plates and just asked for them to be packed to go. Well one of the pancakes is burnt, the other was relatively undercooked. While the servers create a welcoming environment, I do not feel a desire to return in fear of feeling ignored again.

    Completely raw steak
    Michael R.

    Not worth it. Place is dirty on inside. Bathrooms are terrible. Order steak and eggs, steak was still raw. See photo. Flies all over the inside. Very dark and depressing inside. Overall just not worth it.

    Big Omelette
    Zoe D.

    Needed a quick breakfast spot, so why not this spot. It was cute and cozy. Folks seem genuinely friendly. The food was spot on. Very Fresh! It came out hot and good. The coffee was drip and was deliciously perfect. I'm glad we came and our bellies are full.

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    3 months ago

    The best breakfast around- she has a great biscuit - good service - wish the breakfast hours were longer.

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    Michelle M.

    Thank you for your kind words! We hope you come back often!

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    5 months ago

    Very quaint place and Service, people Excellent food and prices. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

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    Michelle M.

    Thank you for the kind words we truly appreciate customer feedback.

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    1 year ago

    I love their breakfast- They the best eggs and homemade biscuits and good coffee. Recommend this cafe

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    Thank you for the kind words! We love our wonderful customers!

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    2 years ago

    Good food great prices and very friendly. Service is very very slow. I do not recommend the waffles.

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    2 years ago

    My family went for breakfast this morning. It was our first time there the food was great and everyone was nice. We will be back.

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    Good breakfast! Loved hash browns really good crisp to them. Coffee could be a little stronger but I like it strong!

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    3 years ago

    Great food and service, especially for breakfast! Great neighborhood location. Eggs Benedict highly recommended!

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    4 years ago

    Excellent food. Friendly service. Go eat there and you'll be happy and pleased!!!!!!!!!

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    Neighborhood cafe. Had breakfast. Good food and value. AC was on the fritz so kinda warm. Staff seemed nice and attentive.

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    3 years ago

    If you're looking for a quick bite with a lot of choices. Food has a simple feel about it.

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