I stopped at the West Street Cafe earlier today just after 7am looking for breakfast and coffee…read more Spur of the moment when I was chilled from my ride in the fog and mist, and needed a break. What I found was an oasis of superb coffee, remarkable food, great service, and a fine dining experience (even for someone just off a motorcycle.) My large Cappuccino was hot, tasty, and seemingly bottomless. Expertly crafted and delivered. My Egg White Green Omelet was unlike any other omelet I have consumed. Loaded with vegetables and just enough cheese, it was warm throughout and (like my coffee) expertly crafted. I noticed a steady stream of customers coming in for drinks and breakfast items. I can see why. My meal was very modestly priced given the quality, quantity, preparation, and service. There was enjoyable music playing, and the dining space (and restroom) is very tastefully decorated and spotless. I ride this route a few times a year and now have a GoTo place for breakfast (or lunch!)

Friendly staff, comfortable seating, delicious food...I had one of the most favorable breakfast…read moresandwiches I've ever had.

Very chill and welcoming environment…read more Excellent food and lots of gluten free options (even gluten free pancakes!) The eggs and omelet options with the gluten free English muffin are also delicious.

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.

Cute, small cafe, really delicious breakfast! Was hoping for fish cakes but they ran out by 11:30,…read morestill had fresh homemade muffins and had spinach/tomato eggs Benedict. Really delicious!

Wanted SOOO bad to be impressed with all these good reviews. Sorry to say pancakes were still…read morerunny batter in the middle, eggs "over medium" were runny all the way through. I actually feel sorry for these North East establishments, seems like they really struggle to get help.

Could not have been more satisfied with our stay. We reserved our honeymoon night here, and were…read morewelcomed with red roses in our room. We arrived later in the evening but we were told where our room was located in advance so we had no problem with late arrival. Breakfast the next morning was amazing, with *the* best eggs benedict you have ever had. My husband and I still talk about that breakfast to this day. Safe, convenient parking behind the inn, and only steps away from Woodmans, antique shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!

I don't know why this is listed like it's a restaurant, it's not. It is, however, one of the…read morecoziest places I've ever stayed. I fell into the bed last night and my entire body let go. If you want modern, minimalistic - not for you. The house is 188 years old, so it definitely has character. But as one review I read so eloquently put it - "it's like you've gone to visit an old friend or relative you haven't seen for 20 years" - just. so. comfortable. Would absolutely return.

I got the iced matcha latte with simple syrup and sweet cream cold foam. The matcha latte had the…read moreright about of sweetness so the simple syrup. In the future, I will ask for extra cold foam because it was a bit light for my liking. Overall, I enjoyed it. The cafe itself is a New England vibe. It had indoor and outdoor seating. Their sandwiches look delicious. I tried my friend's grilled zucchini sandwich and I never imagined that zucchini could be the star of a sandwich (5 out of 5). It paired very well with the goat cheese, which I typically don't gravitate to - but that speaks for itself! The staff are very friendly and they even let me sample their chai concentrate. Everything is clean and aesthetic. If you're in Manchester, I would definitively give this a try!

I was told that the laughing gull was the best spot for coffee in Manchester by the sea. It was…read morepretty disappointing all around. The interior was nice and the bakery case looked amazing, however the woman who took my order looked at me as if I had sprouted a second head when I asked if anything were dairy free or vegan. She also seemed confused when I asked for oat milk in my iced coffee. The other employees seemed sort of grumpy. The coffee was passable but not amazing. There was a great selection of water and juices in the cooler which was a bonus.

Fabulous bakery and cafe. Very quaint. We were on our way to the North Shore and stopped for lunch…read more I had the turkey press which was delicious and my wife had the chicken salad which she enjoyed. Easy parking and just enough seating inside and out. Staff super friendly. I highly recommend Honeycomb.

Food is ok and drinks too but very overpriced. Also aren't able to make specialty drinks decaf…read morewhich I prefer since caffeine makes my heart race. Staff is friendly but food can come out a little slow.

Healthy, fresh, filling, and they make a killer margarita! What else can you ask for…read more They do what they do exceptionally well. They only serve breakfast and lunch, and they close early (2 pm weekdays). The staff, from the hostess to the servers, were all very friendly. Nice to see smiles again in a restaurant! I loved the maple margarita. Perfect balance of sweet and salty. The food came out hot and nicely plated. Do not miss the smashed potatoes, the veggie hash, and the freshly squeezed juices. All are delicious. My omelette was jam packed with all kinds of veggies. The only negative is that it is very loud inside and can be hard to hear your own conversation. If I lived close by, I would be a regular.

The Breakfast Daughter has become a tradition for my family whenever we have something special to…read morecelebrate. I've been here for both of my sisters' graduation brunches, and we always leave happy. It's become one of our favorite spots for a celebratory brunch. For drinks, I tried their new Vanilla Bean Matcha Latte with oat milk. It was a bit thicker than I expected--possibly because of the oat milk. I can definitely see some people loving that texture, but for me it was just okay. That said, it was still a good drink, and the hint of vanilla came through nicely without overpowering the matcha. For food, we ordered a variety of dishes for the table. 1. The chicken and waffles had so much flavor, and the poached eggs were cooked perfectly--not too runny, but still soft, gooey, and delicious. The chicken was a little soggy, but it made up for it by being incredibly tender. 2. The blueberry pancake was fantastic. Their pancake portions are huge, so this time we only ordered one to share. It was delicious, though definitely on the heavier side. 3. The house burger was easily the standout dish of the meal and might be my favorite item on the menu. It's simple and classic, but packed with flavor. 4. The chicken burger, on the other hand, was disappointing. The chicken was quite dry, and I probably wouldn't order it again. I think something like pickled onions or another acidic topping could help bring some balance and moisture to the sandwich. 5. We also tried the omelet, which was very good, especially with the goat cheese. What really made the experience special was that the staff noticed we were celebrating a graduation and surprised us with complimentary donuts. It was such a thoughtful gesture and a lovely way to end the meal.

enjoyed a wonderful birthday celebration with friends. Server was fun and friendly and made our…read morecelebration extra enjoyable. The food was delicious (street corn and crab cakes were our fav) cocktails were fabulous! We can't wait to return.

This is a must try! The food here is all farm to table and it did not disappoint. The flavors are…read moreincredible. When we went, we didn't have a reservation and were still able to get seated immediately. Service was great. Prices were very reasonable for such fresh food. We will be back!

I've been coming here for years. I'm typically there on Thursdays. Never had a wait to be seated…read more (Weekends are busier but I can't comment on how long a wait might be). I've never had any of the problems I see people writing about here. NO roaches, don't even think I've ever seen a fly or ant. Regarding the cash only, they have an ATM. There are other restaurants in the area that are far more expensive that are cash only such as Choates and Farnhams, and last I knew, Agawam was also cash only. This isn't something that just the VPH does. I love the ambiance. This is a true colonial house built in 1660 and always feels homey. I usually get breakfast and am a fan of their scrambled eggs. TRUE scrambled eggs that are light and fluffy. Not fried and then cut up or folded over into a square like McD's. Huge omelets. They also have an early bird breakfast menu with good choices, good prices until 11:00. I've tried different options and haven't had anything I didn't like. Good coffee too! I usually have to have decaf and theirs is good, but one time I forgot to specify decaf. I tried the regular coffee and had no issues. It was very good! Most of all, the staff! The owner is always there. She is the lovely lady that greets and seats everyone. If you ever experience an issue or have a question, do not hesitate to talk to her. She is very approachable. Their servers are excellent and they always get a nice crop of summer student help. Plenty of parking, and in nice weather, you can eat outside on the porch. I highly recommend!

I stopped by Village Pancake House for breakfast on Saturday morning. It was around 8:30am and it…read morewasn't too crowded. The restaurant is a lot bigger than what you'd expect. The quick start comes with two eggs, potatoes, choice of bacon or sausage, fruit or warm apples, and toast. It was very filling. I wasn't a big fan of the fruit, it had a weird aftertaste for me. Everything else was good. Tip: they are cash only, so remember to have cash on hand if you're planning to stop by.

Great pastries and atmosphere. Excellent biscuits. Delicious monkey bread. Awesome hand pies…read more Everything I've had I have enjoyed. Their cinnamon roll has some of the best cream cheese frosting I have tried. The dough is light and airy and the cinnamon isn't overpowering, which works out to be a good thing. Great bakery and coffee shop in downtown Gloucester.

Stopped by for a quick breakfast. The service was fast and there was plenty of seating inside…read more There's paid parking out front or if you don't mind walking you may be able to find a free spot a bit further out. Let me say that the biscuit itself was 5/5. It was crispy on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside and it was massive. The biscuit was definitely the star of the show. We got the breakfast sandwich which had egg, cheese and arugula but I found it to be lacking in flavor overall. I think next times I'd prefer a plain biscuit or to order one with just jam and butter instead of the sandwich.