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    Jan's River Park Cafe

    4.7 (28 reviews)

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lisa H.

    This little hideaway was a nice surprise. Located within an RV Park on a main highway and next door to a candy store, I'm glad I saw the breakfast sign as we passed by. Parking was adequate, prices fair. We walked in and seated ourselves. The place was busy, it was Saturday morning with only a few open tables. It looked like a little country cafe inside with a small counter, booths and tables. The owner's son wiped off our table and the owner, Jan took our order. (He called her Mom which is how I knew this. Lol ) They had plenty of selections on the menu to choose from and a chalkboard filled with specials. I ordered eggs, home fries, bacon and it came with a half order of biscuits and sausage gravy. My boyfriend ordered eggs,hash browns, sausage links, bacon and pancakes. Jan was the only waitress and was quite busy. I asked if she also owned the candy shop and she said no, this place was enough for her to handle. When our orders arrived in a decent time, I immediately tried the pancakes and they were outstanding, best I've had in a very long time. They were cooked perfectly.. I like heavy pancakes not light, fluffy ones. The bacon was also excellent, think and cooked well with a sweet smokey flavor. Also a thumbs up for both potato side dishes and our eggs cooked were just right. We watched as people came in for take out orders, many from the RV Park. The candy store next door sells home made Whoopee Pies and the giant signage brings people in from the road. I don't know why I'm not giving a five star rating, I thought the food was great ... Maybe because we did not feel the homey atmosphere we were hoping for. I will definitely go back for the food and hopefully get to know the staff a little better.

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    C P.

    Great little hop off the 40, just North & East of the Ocklawaha River bridge. Eggs & grits cooked to perfection, with strong brewed coffee to wake even Father Time out of his year lon snooze! * I enjoyed one of the best Blackberry & Raspberry w/Citrus Zest muffins here, a few days ago for only $2 !! I'm def buying more next time!!! Blinde-haired Terry waited on myself and others this morning. She is, hands down, one of the absolute sweetest servers I've met in all my travels. A petite gal with a NY accent... truly a delightful personality. Easy access, ample parking... AND right next to a cute little gift shop with handmade candies (fudge, caramels, chocolate alligators!) and some very cute, homemade 'forest' crafts. Def a place I'll visit on my way to/from kayaking Silver Springs!

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    Gwen S.

    Wonderful, friendly staff with great food for s very fair price. They offer Italian soup with pasta, I asked for gluten free, and they happily served it with no pasta. This was incredible, fresh made deliciousness. The cheeseburger was about 1/2 pound. Hubby says it was very flavorful. I enjoyed the antipasta salad with Jan's homemade dressing. Everything tastes like homemade. The entire staff was so friendly it felt like we were home.

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    4 years ago

    Great place, delicious meals and very nice environment, the service fantastic, all amazing

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    The food, service, charm is simply wonderful. Everything they make is a step above. Order the Mac and cheese, homemade biscuits! Excellent!

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    4 years ago

    open at 7 for breakfast. Great place even has "Scrapple". A real treasure in Silver Springs & Ocala.

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    A wonderful restaurant with best home cooking and excellent service. This no frills cafe is a must experience.

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    This place is awesome! Hidden gem! The hash browns with the onions and cheese are the best!

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