Half & Half

4.8 (241 reviews)

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Nidhi P.

Never have I seen desis owning an American breakfast joint. The staff here was amazing and friendly. The food here is good. There is an omelet bar here but they don't use different pans for making a veg omelet. I did taste meat on my omelet. I was fine eating it but others at the table weren't. I guess it would be nice if they used a separate pan. The food came out in a jiffy. The sandwich here was delicious. Overall it was a good experience. Ringing the bell on the way out was such a cute concept. The kiddos really enjoyed it.

Kari Z.

**Worth Every Minute of the Wait!** My husband and I visited Half and Half around 10 AM on a Sunday morning, and I'm so glad we stuck it out through the line that stretched halfway down the block! While they don't take names for their waitlist, the gentleman at the front assured us he'd remember us--and he absolutely did. The line moved surprisingly quickly, and we were seated in about 20 minutes. The food was fantastic! My husband ordered the hash and eggs (on our server Isaac's recommendation--great call!) and I went with the eggs Benedict. The poached eggs were absolutely perfect: beautifully runny yolks with whites cooked all the way through. The hashbrowns were delicious and perfectly crispy. My only minor critique would be that the English muffin on my Benedict was a bit tough to cut through, but honestly, that just meant I got to savor my meal a little longer! What really sets Half and Half apart is the exceptional service. Isaac, our server, was attentive and friendly with great recommendations. The coffee flowed freely while we waited for our food (which didn't take long at all). The attention to detail was impressive--when my husband dropped his napkin, someone had a fresh one waiting for him before he could even get up from the table! The atmosphere has a wonderful 1950s diner vibe that feels authentically family-owned. Even if it's not, the entire staff maintains that warm, welcoming family feeling that makes you want to come back. All in all, the combination of delicious food, remarkable service, and charming atmosphere makes Half and Half a must-visit breakfast spot in Reading. We'll definitely be back!

French toast (Not bad but a bit on the dry side and could use more fruit)

Madeleine B.

Had a solid breakfast here, would return to try more menu items. Vibe: Small breakfast place, a half step more upscale than a diner with personal decor. Indoor seating, they pack a lot of small tables in a narrow space. Service: Servers were VERY attentive. We were seating and drinks were served immediately. The food look a good while longer to come out. Food: I got the French toast which wasn't bad. On the dryer side and the fruit served with it was minimal. I did like the touch of the flavored butter and they had real maple syrup available. My partner got the savory waffle and that was delicious! Really packed with flavor, a solid breakfast item that I would recommend. Value: Prices on par Overall this was a nice place to get breakfast, with speedy and attentive service and some good plates, would try again.

Sean C.

Searched for a place near my hotel that served avocado toast and this place came up. Gives off diner vibes and that was nice. The service was great and friendly. The food was delivered hot and fresh. We had no complaints. Avocado toast was so creamy and delicious. The eggs Benedict was classic and flavorful. You can taste the freshness of the eggs and I really appreciate that. They have this bell by the door and ask you to ring if you enjoyed your meal. That bell was ringing the entire time by customers that enjoyed themselves. We definitely rang that bell too.

Lauren G.

When we first sat down we were welcomed and told that they serve the best corned beef hash in New England and they weren't lying!!! My boyfriend is a certified corned beef lover and confidently said it was the best he had ever had. He also was very excited about being able to pick how many eggs it came with. I had a chicken panini with waffle fries which was great. I feel like it's rare to find a place with such diverse French fry offerings! The service was also lovely and it was well decorated inside. This was a good halfway point between Boston and the north shore and I will definitely be returning!

Guli K.

This cute spot has quickly become our go to breakfast spot on the weeken. Delicious breakfast options, reasonably priced and great service. The corned beef hash is a must try. Their huevos rancheros, avocado toast, and eggs benedicts are also great options. They have an omelet bar and offer espresso based drinks. Place is usually packed and is on a first come first serve basis but we haven't had to wait too long.

Madison N.

This place was a dream! I am Gluten free/ celiac and the owner here absolutely understands and makes this place safe. Came here early on a Saturday and got seated after only a short wait of 10 min. Got sat right by the door so we kept getting pumped by other patrons. That was a bummer but glad we had a table. The menu was great and GF items were just an upcharge of +$2, not bad! We ordered and it took forever for our food. Tables all around us got their food and even tables that sat after we ordered got their food before us. That was confusing but after 30 minutes we did get our food. We think it was because it was GF. Food was wonderful. Even with the long food wait and the awkward seating, we would come back again and again! This was DELICIOUS!

Silvia L.

The food is great, especially the crispy french toast. I'm very impressed. The service is a bit slow, but it's understandable since it seems a family-oriented restaurant. Also, I believe I wrote the tip on the check, but it looks like they only charged for the food. Not sure if this is accidental, but I'll definitely visit again soon.

Sharrun N.

The staff, I think owner, was so attentive. He took our baby's order right away and got that going while we hade coffee and decided. We were very happy with our meals - custom omelet and a filled crepe. The baby enjoyed the fish tank. The place is really cute. We will go back. They were good to donate to a recent charity auction so I wanted to give them some business.

Whitney M.

Have been just a few times here for breakfast and I really need to go more. This is a wonderful family friendly restaurant right on Main Street. Decent size, lots of seating option including low tops, high tops, and counter. Great variety on the menu and prices are affordable. I love how nice they are to kids here, they understand what kids like and make really high quality food. Pancakes are wonderful, they often have special French toasts and waffles as well that are so yummy and perfectly executed. Bacon is always crispy, never undercooked. Coffee is fantastic (sometimes hit or miss at diners) and is refilled often. A great stop for breakfast!

Elizabeth E P.

Went for breakfast Sunday about 9 AM. It was pretty busy with a slight wait for a table and some open seats at the bar. We waited for a few minutes until another group left and we could be sat. It is a pretty small space with lots of tables crammed in there. They were quick to get us seated and asked for our drink order immediately- two coffees and a hot chocolate. We did have to remind them about the hot chocolate but got the coffees right away. The hot chocolate was really pretty but a little watered down but still good. We ordered the fruit crepe, crispy French toast, blueberry pancakes, two sides of sausage, and a side of two scrambled eggs with cheese. The food came out relatively quickly and was warm.. I believe one of the chefs brought it and he made sure to mention that the French toast had an apple crisp drizzle and the pancakes a special butter and recommended we try first before adding syrup like you would on a normal French toast or pancake. The pancake order came with three decent sized pancakes and were pretty dense. The fruit crepe had a great presentation along with the crispy French toast. The flavor of the French toast was good - the apple crisp topping was very complementary and a nice touch. It wasn't super "crispy" but had a nice coating that added texture and slight crunch compared to your average French toast. They had syrup at the table and we ultimately did use a little for both pancake and French toast order. The service was pretty good - but they didn't really come back to check in and make sure we were all set, but they had a coffee runner who made sure coffees were full. They brought the check and then started clearing the table - and we were then politely asked to leave as there was a party or two waiting. The guy was polite about it, and we were about ready to go anyways but it was a little odd as we hadn't been sitting there extra long - for example there were other tables still there seated before us. Speaking as someone who worked at a breakfast restaurant for years, I get it. It's fast paced and about getting people in and out - so I wasn't upset and again they were polite, but we were wrapping up anyways and just caught us a little off guard. There is not much of a waiting area either, so if it is busy be prepared to stand outside - which on a cold, snowy, winter morning is not ideal. (There is literally only the tiny entrance area) so I'm sure that was another reason for the rush in getting a table opened. It is on Main Street so no parking lot but there is street parking and some areas around the block available. The menu is both breakfast and lunch - I found the breakfast side to be decent but short filled with lots of the sweets (pancakes, waffles, French toast) and then a few other items like eggs Benedict, breakfast sandwich, a hash, oatmeal, "live" omelet, and huevos rancheros. If you want a typical breakfast like eggs, breakfast meat, hasbrowns, and toast it seemed you'd order from the sides menu... not a big deal or problem, but might be a good idea to add a meal option like that - and would recommend maybe adding a side meat or fruit to the sweet dishes included instead of as an up-charge. All and all, it was a good spot and experience - a nice local diner to get some good breakfast or lunch and unique twists on some of your faves.

Joe O.

This place was amazing. Clean fast friendly staff. Being from out of state didn't know what to expect. Don't let walking in confused ya ... food was fresh great tasting and quickly served . I had the huevos rancheros a great plate , the coffee hit the spot also . Didn't catch any of the employees names but all of them made sure we were topped off on coffee at every opportunity. Fresh baked item make by moms were delicious. I would definitely hit the family friendly place every time I'm in town .

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Amazing breakfast! Saw the great reviews so decided to try it! Everything was delicious! The poached egg was cooked perfectly! The avocado toast was fabulous especially topped with an egg! The berries were so fresh! The owner came and visited with us and he let us know they also own Zucca Italian Restaurant which is a few doors down! Such personable service! Isaac the waiter, Hema the hostess and Praveen the owner made it a fun morning!

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Janna J.

2 years ago

I was visiting Reading from out of town and found Half & Half through a google search and was not disappointed! The service was incredible. We had the friendliest waiter who was lovely to chat with and made our morning brighter! They had a great selection of tea if you're not a coffee drinker like myself, and their avocado toast was the best I've ever had! You can tell they're a family oriented restaurant and a staple in the local community! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Janna! :) Come visit us again soon!

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S D.

1 year ago

Great food and energy in this spot. I had eggs benedict and the hollaindaisen has paprika which gave it a new zing. My boyfriend had the corned beef hash and gave it double thumbs up! Clean, welcoming atmosphere . Will be back! read more

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Issac R.

Hello SD, Thank you for visiting us and also taking time to write…

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Stacey P.

2 years ago

This place is adorable, Isaac the owner is out front waiting tables, taking so much pride in his business, and it shows in the food. The Belgian waffle was delicious! But the show stopper is the Omelette station, such a unique feature, all fresh ingredients and the Omelette was amazing. We will absolutely be back. I would have taken a picture but the food was gone too fast! read more

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Hello Stacey! Thank you for taking time to write this kind review! We…

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Priya K.

2 years ago

Awesome breakfast and a wonderful service, and lovely ambiance! A must visit for a wholesome breakfast!

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Issac R.

Thank you Priya! :) Come visit us again soon!

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Victoria F.

2 years ago

Big fans of their stellar avocado toast! The staff is attentive and friendly, the setting is neighborhood comfy, and the breakfasts are truly satisfying. I was reluctant to review them because I hope to always find an open table when I show up. Highly recommended! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Victoria for taking time to review! :) do visit us soon!

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Otto S.

3 years ago

This place is consistently on point! Good, delicious food for a fair price. The owners are super engaged and the staff is friendly and the service is great! I highly recommend!!! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Otto! Do visit us again! :)

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Shane H.

2 years ago

Unexpectedly excellent gluten free menu with great service and fair prices. Food was delicious.

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Issac R.

Thank you Shane! Do visit us again soon! :)

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Stephanie J.

3 years ago

The hospitality is the first thing I noticed when I walked in. All smiling faces and very attentive staff. They came over quickly and offered coffee. I ordered the crepes with Nutella and strawberries and a side of bacon and orange juice. The crepe was not only tasty but it was presented very nicely. And the freshly squeezed orange juice was the hero, not too pulpy! I can't wait to go back! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Stephanie! We look forward to serving you again soon! :)

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Casey S.

2 years ago

The food here absolutely blew my mind. This place has casual, diner-y vibes and reasonable prices. We came at the tail end of brunch service and given the reviews, I was expecting good food. But the execution of each item we ordered was spectacular. The flavors were excellent and well thought out, often with a subtle twist that elevated the overall dish and made it more interesting (e.g., a hint of cardamom in the French toast, a little spice in the waffle fries, a "balanced" savory waffle). On top of that, the texture of the food was basically perfect, which is so difficult to achieve and which I've never experienced at this "level" of restaurant / price point. The French toast had a truly pillowy texture (we were told to eat it quick before it deflated) that I have no idea how they accomplished. The waffle fries were perfectly crisp on the outside but maintained a fluffy texture inside. Count me extremely impressed. The service was warm and welcoming too. Our server and one of the chefs swung by to chat after our meal and were fun, friendly and gracious. The value proposition of this restaurant is insane. The portions aren't huge but the freshness and sheer quality of the food make up for it. If I lived closer, this would be my go-to brunch spot. read more

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D W.

2 years ago

Best Reuben I've had in a while. Lean meat and the homemade sauerkraut was amazing. My son really enjoyed the chicken sandwich. Folks are very attentive and friendly. No wonder it's highly rated. Looking forward to a return visit. read more

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Issac R.

Thank you so much DW for your review! We look forward to serving you…

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Cosmo X.

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2 years ago

There's a lot better places than this , the service was terrible. Food was just average. No repeat

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Diane C.

4 years ago

I wish I had as great of an experience as the other diners. Unfortunately I wanted to leave before our meal was corrected. We were seated and asked for our drink order only for the initial waitress to forget and never come back. We got asked again by another waitress who did serve us the coffees we initially wanted. We ordered eggs Benedict (that had runny whites) and buttermilk pancakes that had to be re-made because they initially came out with blueberries. The bacon was also cold and cooked to a crisp. Even after telling the waitress I didn't like blueberries, they were added to the dish again, but on top. We were asked if we wanted coffee refills only to have the waitress forget again. Unfortunately the fan above us was on such high speed that it made our drinks and food cold within a few minutes of arriving. The shock to end it all was the cost of an orange juice. An $8 glass of juice is quite expensive. The overall experience was disappointing. read more

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James C.

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Went for breakfast they have a great omelette station Fresh squeezed orange juice Great fresh coffee Corn beef hash hand made cut into cubes With peppers and onions Really different Owners very accommodating read more

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Issac R.

Thank you James! Do visit us again! :)

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Gen K.

2 years ago

Amazing food! The manager there is very funny and generous. Super cute setting with a beautiful mural on the wall.

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Issac R.

Thank you Gen! :) Do visit us again soon!

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James N.

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I found Half & Half when researching breakfast diners in the area. The food was awesome. We had the Reading French Toast and Hash with an egg. The chef stopped and chatted, but I couldn't get the 7th secret ingredient in the spices that gave the hash a pleasant "kick". Will be back the next time we are in town. read more

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John M.

2 years ago

Found the spot on yelp, staying in a local hotel. Highly recommended! The breakfast was amazing. Fresh orange juice, eggs, over easy, egg crispy bacon, along with a hash brown! Also something I really appreciate it was the owner is in the restaurant managing everything to make sure it's perfect read more

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Issac R.

Thank you so much visit us while visiting Reading! We look forward to…

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Debora D.

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4 years ago

Great service! Very friendly host and employees. The food was amazing and the AC was perfect! I'm not a breakfast person but the food was BUSSIN!!!!! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Debora for the review. Do visit us again, we look forward…

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Big N.

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Great Food! Outstanding Service and great Atmosphere and Ambiance! These people work very hard to please and it shows thank you!

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Daniel D.

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3 years ago

Absolutely at great breakfast! Had the house made corn beef hash and eggs. Perfectly cooked including seasoned hash browns not the standard mushy white lumps. Coffee was good and service was awesome. And in case you are interested they have full bar. Definitely worth a shot! read more

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Joseph M.

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EXCELLENT. Very nice neighborhood place. It was packed, but the service was fabulous and the food was terrific. I had the huevos rancheros and they did not disappoint. Highly recommended read more

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Alex R.

2 years ago

The place to be at for sure, Good food, Good drinks, Good Atmosphere, Good Service. Was here for 3 days and had to go back. Definitely worth it read more

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Thank you Alex for recognizing and appreciating our efforts! Me and…

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Alyssa M.

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The best eggs benedict I've ever had. I've ordered this dish hundreds of times at this point but this place does it the best. The service is fast and friendly, plus their house coffee packs a nice punch to really wake you up. There's a free parking lot to the left on the side of the building. read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Alyssa! Do visit us again soon! :)

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Khwanjira ..

2 years ago

Stopped here for an impromptu brunch- great decision! The food is super fresh and the OJ is fresh squeezed. Owner is awesome and service is prompt. Also- great vibe w the music and atmosphere. Highly recommend the homemade hash. Definitely a spot to come back to while in the area! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you. Do visit us again soon!

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Ian W.

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Half & Half opened recently in the former Fusion Cafe space in Reading. They serve up traditional breakfast and lunch fare in a casual setting with table seating and lunch counter seating. The breakfast offerings include French toast, egg dishes, waffles, pancakes, crepes homemade corned beef hash, fresh squeezed orange juice, and coffee. The lunch offerings include soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches quesadillas, loaded nachos, fries (steak, waffle, sweet potato), and cold drinks. Most dishes $9-$15 range and specials are posted. I stopped by Half & Half for brunch over the weekend. They had an Omelette Bar ($15 plus tax) setup in the front. The place was very busy, so I sat up at the counter for prompt service. I went with the omelette bar, which had plenty of filling choices of veggies, meats, and cheeses using fresh cracked brown eggs. I picked out my fillings at the bar and my omelette was cooked fresh to order. The omelette bar also had self serve grilled seasoned home fries, bacon, and breakfast sausages included, but those items were not very hot. The blended omelette was soft and fluffy, great tasting which had a good combination of peppers, onions, mushrooms, sausage, ham, bacon, spicy beef, and melted cheese blend. I was also given choice of toast after the omelette was done. The Freihofer's wheat bread slices were toasted , but not buttered ahead of time. My ice water was refilled during my meal, thank you. When I was done I was given the check which was $16.05 with tax and before tip. Overall, the food tasted great and I was definitely full. read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Ian W, for the detailed review! :) We look forward to…

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Patrick C.

2 years ago

Best corned beef hash I have ever had ANYWHERE! Owner is very attentive and friendly.

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Thank you for taking time to provide your valuable review! :) Do…

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Ethan T.

3 years ago

Food is ok , not the best but, not bad. The staff is very nice and accomodating. Would visit again. read more

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Issac R.

Thanks Ethan! Do visit us again soon! :)

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Cathy M.

4 years ago

We live one town over, and decided to try breakfast here today, based on all the great reviews. The place is cute and the two gentlemen running things are super friendly. My husband got the Huevos Rancheros and devoured them. I had the fruit crepes, which had fresh fruits and were excellent. Good coffee, good service and excellent prices. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Cathy! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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Richard M.

2 years ago

The food was dynamite, not your typical greasy spoon,they have an omelette bar and the Corned Beef Hash was incredible. The owner introduced himself to us, and actually went out of his way to show us the Italian restaurant Zucca that he owns right next door. Next time I'm in the area I will definitely stop back in. read more

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Thank you Richard! Do visit us again soon! :)

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Marina A.

4 years ago

We tried this place this morning since I heard they catered to gluten free. So happy we went! It's super cute, the staff, even when busy as heck, we're friendly and checked in often. Food was tasty, and they even make homemade butter with a new flavor every week! We will be back soon for sure! read more

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Lauren T.

3 years ago

Delicious food Service from Shawn and Isaac was excellent! A great location Can't wait to try the omelet bar next time! read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Lauren! Come back soon to try out the omelet bar! :)

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Rob M.

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Very clean restaurant with lots of seating. Average breakfast food; nothing we ordered will have us rushing back. Food was a la carte and the meal ended up being on the expensive side. Decent French toast and bacon. I'd stay away from the pork sausage unless you enjoy very thick links. It was $6 for a cold brew coffee so I opted for water. My wife got scrambled eggs with bacon and toast and it was just under $20. The owner hovered over our table throughout the meal which made the whole experience very awkward. They've got a make-your-own omelette bar which is a unique attraction for the area. Food there was kept warm in hotel pans with sterno burners. No one ordered anything from there while we had breakfast so cannot speak to the experience. Bill came to $48 before the tip for two simple breakfast dishes. Not opposed to paying a premium for a good meal but nothing we had made us want to come back. read more

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Issac R.

Thank you for your review.

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Ting G.

4 years ago

Really lovely place! Nice food and super service! My daughter love the chocolate butter and the kale salad is amazing! read more

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Issac R.

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Linda C.

2 years ago

I went to this place for the first time, saw it on Yelp, easy to park, reasonable prices, and friendly staff, good coffee, did not like my eggs, was replaced by a better choice, good seating, nice find. read more

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Issac R.

Thanks Linda! Do visit us again soon!

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Daphne M.

3 years ago

Excellent service! We had breakfast best I've ever had in our travels across Northeast

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Kati C.

3 years ago

Fresh food and friendly service. Everything tasted great. My bacon was a little over cooked, (I like my bacon to be a little chewy, this was cooked solid) but I didn't ask for it to be done any particular way, so that's on me. It took a little bit of time for a food to arrive, but we were in no rush. Overall, would recommend and go back if we lived in the area. read more

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Riley S.

2 years ago

This was the best breakfast experience I have ever had. The Corn Beef Hash was incredible and the special butters that change weekly are unbelievably delicious and creative. Isaac and the entire team were kind and quick with everything needed and personalized recommendations. The energy and atmosphere is amazing, 10/10 would recommend this spot and will be returning as much as humanly possible. read more

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Issac R.

Thank you so much Riley for your review! Do visit us again soon!

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Bill H.

4 years ago

Amazing attention to details and welcome addition to Reading. Corn beef hash was done correctly, using real corned beef, not canned. Will be back for this alone. Coffee clearly made by someone who cares about good quality coffee. read more

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Issac R.

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Bear E.

4 years ago

The cook makes in front of you. The omelettes not on the menu but can ask for it. Just about one of the best omelets I've ever had. Also had two sausages that you can add and bread of choice from wheat to sourdough. read more

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Justin T.

2 years ago

Very very good service. Good great. Staff seems like they care. Would recommend 10/10 for combo of food/staff and price This first yelp review ever if they tell you anything read more

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Issac R.

Thank you Justin! Do visit us again soon! :)

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Dawn T.

3 years ago

The food was great and the staff was very attentive! Best corned beef hash I have had in ages!

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607 Main St
Reading, MA 01867
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(978) 673-5111
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https://www.halfandhalfreading.com

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Hours

What time does Half & Half open?

Half & Half opens at 7:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Half & Half close?

Half & Half is closed on Monday.Half & Half closes at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sun 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Half & Half take credit cards?

Yes, Half & Half takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Half & Half have catering options?

Yes, Half & Half does have catering options.

Does Half & Half have a drive thru?

No, Half & Half does not have a drive thru.

Does Half & Half serve alcohol?

Yes, Half & Half serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Half & Half allow dogs?

No, Half & Half does not allow dogs.

Does Half & Half have TVs?

Yes, Half & Half has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Half & Half have bike parking?

Yes, Half & Half has bike parking.

Does Half & Half have outdoor seating?

No, Half & Half does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Half & Half have parking?

Yes, Half & Half has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Half & Half wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Half & Half is wheelchair accessible.

Does Half & Half have free WiFi?

Yes, Half & Half has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Our specialties include Corned Beed Hash, Eggs Benedict, Savory Waffle and Avocado Toast. For an unique experience, we have an Omelette bar which lets you pick the toppings for your eggs and the omelettes are made right in front of your eyes! We use fresh ingredients and Organic Brown Eggs! Sides of Smoked Bacon, Sausage and Home Fries are also available.

History

Established in 2022.

We been in this industry more than 25 years. Customers are ours first priority

Meet the Business Owner: Issac R.

This place aims to steal your heart by happy-ing your tummy! Our passion for healthy-tasty food and hospitality formed the central core for Half & Half. We take so much pride in the formation of each dish and we serve food only if it truly excites us!

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Kid friendly? High chairs available?

Yes! Very Kids friendly and high chairs are available!

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Mathangi R.

4 years ago

Hands down the best place for Avocado Toast and Savoury Waffle! This cute place popped out of nowhere and is winning hearts from people across the Greater Boston Area! The owners who work in the restaurant are super friendly and make it feel like you always did belong here! If you are in Greater Boston Area, this place is a MUST TRY! As a Vegetarian, I would recommend Savoury Waffle, Avocado Toast and Lava Sundae! This place also has an omelet bar which lets you customise and pick topping, will try that next time I'm there! read more

Kathleen Y.

4 years ago

Wonderful Breakfast ! I have a Gluten allergy! They have delicious GF pancakes, Waffles, bagels, toast, GF rolls for lunch too! I had a gluten free waffle with Strawberries and whipped cream and cinnamon vanilla and maple butter not to be missed ! Wonderful Staff very attentive! Omelette station made fresh right in front of you!! My friend( we were celebrating her birthday) she had the Omelette it was delicious! Very fluffy! We will be back! Thank you for your wonderful service! read more

Geetha K.

1 year ago

The Best Breakfast place for the morning any time I get a chance to visit Reading, MA. The Service was wonderful and the food was so fresh every time and it is all custom-made!! The coffee was a wake up call and the servings were filling for the entire day! Half & Half made my day to be honest!! I get to do my own fresh Orange Juice. The team is great! The ambiance is the best!! Wall art by Rekha is stunning. I am a proud regular customer of Half & Half!! read more

Mireille T.

2 years ago

Hello! This restaurant is excellent ... the food was soooo tasty and it's all fresh!!! Unique recipes for all tastes. The owner is super friendly and the staff is very nice. The service and decor are very pleasant. We are from Montreal and are going to go to Boston regularly for the next 6 months and we will probably be going back each time we are in town. Thank you Isaac and God BLESS you and all your staff!!! read more

Cindy L.

4 years ago

Best breakfast i think i have ever had and I could eat breakfast for every meal! From the omelet station, homemade corned beef hash, huevos rancheros, homemade cream cheese for crapes, perfectly smoked bacon, and fresh squeezed orange juice it could not be better!. Everything is fresh and cooked perfectly! This is without a doubt our new breakfast place! read more

Daniel K.