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    Mandy & Matt’s Cafe

    4.7 (32 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Cute and delicious hot chocolate
    Joanna R.

    We made it!! So glad we were finally able to try and support a new local business that serves breakfast!! An amazing breakfast!! We went early - which was a good move, as mid to later morning - the place fills in really fast. We went on a weekend. The greeting we received when we walked in was friendly and welcoming. We were seated quickly in a lovely / cozy window seat area. Seating can be tight when it's full and there are coats etc. It wasn't uncomfortable, however, if you like a lot of personal space, you may want to get take out, or get there early. The place was clean and super cute inside. Loved plates and the condiment baskets! The menu had something to curb my sweet and savory cravings. We started with a delicious hot chocolate - in a very interesting glass mug. The grilled blueberry muffin was delicious - one thing that stood out is it was sliced into three pieces! I loved it that way and now I judge other restaurants when they don't do this. LOL The croissant was nice - not sure if it was made locally, but it was fresh and tasty. My breakfast plate was YUM!! The homemade corned beef hash amazing! The eggs perfect and the potatoes - tender and wonderful savory flavor. I saved a little to bring home to my husband to try. My friend's eggs benedict looked amazing. She said she loved it. The parking lot is primarily for them - which I didn't realize because of the way it's positioned in front of the tattoo shop. I love that Matt and Mandy are in this corner and I can't wait to return. Thank you to the staff that made our experience wonderful - Food and customer services - 10 stars!

    Rules

    Never in my life have I had such an abysmal experience at a restaurant, let alone at a breakfast spot. It began with, upon requesting a table for six, we were told it "wasn't going to happen". While discussing our next move outside the establishment, we were beckoned back in by who we can only assume is Mandy. "Mandy", relieved we hadn't left yet, ushered us inside to sit at two separate tables, each set for exactly three people-- the first of many rules imposed upon us. Due to a miscommunication, we were sat prematurely while awaiting the sixth member of our party. "Mandy" went berserk, making it abundantly clear that she wasn't allowed to do that yet. Is she afraid of her own rules? This was the last time she looked us in the eye. After 20+ minutes of waiting while being iced out by a furious "Mandy", a waitress, clearly in cahoots with leadership, finally approached to take our drink order. In efforts to speed along the glacial process, we offered to put everything in at once. This was met with a response we'd never encountered heretofore: "I'm only allowed to take drinks for right now. There's 3 tables in front of you for food". Another 20 minutes would pass before we could order our eggs. By the time the acceptable but unimpressive food hit the first table (the second table would have to wait another 15), an hour and ten minutes had elapsed. At this point, Mandy and Matt's system became clear- the kitchen was to work one table at a time. Prepared food waited at the counter for waitress receipt, but no luck for the patrons to whom the food belonged-- if it wasn't their tables time, they'd have to keep waiting. Around us were oceans of silent, sad, unfed faces, cheekbones hollowed under the cold, artificial lighting. The decor was sterile and unsettling, with the Rae Dunn font screaming "GOOD FOOD" and other lies at us and Home Goods faux potted plants collecting dust on the whitewashed, wood-paneled walls. The bathroom situation was a whole thing. Each bathroom had 2 sets of doors, each with a clear view of plastic bags of banana bread, buckets of food scraps, and a calendar marking the employees' birthdays. Under said calendar was a trunk marked with a note in --you guessed it--Rae Dunn font, which read "DO NOT OPEN DO NOT TOUCH". I can only assume Matt and Mandy's book of rules was stored in there. The total time from sit down to stand up was two and a half hours, an incomprehensible wait time with no apologies given from staff. Inspired by the prison sentence we served under Warden "Mandy"'s authoritarian regime, my party and I are unwinding on the couch watching Jake Gyllenhaal and Paul Dano's 2013 film "Prisoners". Matt and Mandy's Cafe? More like Rules and Regulations Regime.

    Homemade chicken fingers with biscuits and gravy.

    Its great to see an establishment go outside the box. Every week the staff is trying to introduce new and exciting menu items and yet still able to keep itself grounded with the old faves.

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    Caleb M.

    It's tough to come in and replace a spot that many would consider an institution and/or a town/local favorite. It was a smart move to open a cafe instead of a bar to make it so it won't be compared. That is exactly what Mandy & Matt's Cafe did when taking the spot over that use to be Samuel's. The space is small but felt homey and had a decent amount of seating considering the lack of space. Can grab a table or sit at their bar and when we actually have nice weather some outdoor seating as well. Staff were friendly and food came out in a decent time. They have a good variety of menu items you can choose from with a couple pages for breakfast and one for lunch. My wife got their homemade corned beef omelette with hash browns The corned beef was good and not too salty but she was not a fan of cheese used in the omelette. I decided to try their Southwest Benedict that came with two poached eggs with chorizo, onion, and jalapeño atop cornbread. Tasted quite good and the cornbread was a unique touch I really enjoyed. One egg was poached and perfectly runny while the other was very much overcooked. Then the side of the deep fried homefries were not crispy so that was disappointing. Overall good food but could have some improvements made. Lastly, onto the prices, while I know eggs and realistically the prices of everything is high some of stuff here I would consider priced quite high. I think it's great to have a small hole in the wall breakfast spot option for this area. Due to the prices and some other local spots having meals I have enjoyed more it may be some time til we return. Give it a try though!

    Temporary Sign
    James H.

    Mandy & Matt's Cafe has opened up in the old Samuel's Bar & Grill location! They are open from 6 AM - 2 PM, as advertised on their temporary business sign. Patrons are immediately welcomed with a completely different vibe than the Morrill's Corner classic that occupied this space before. Mandy & Matt's Cafe is warm and inviting, and is clearly more family friendly for those of all ages. We visited on opening day and I have to admit that there were some hiccups in the service of our breakfast. However, the food was delicious and we will be returning to see how their small business develops!

    delicious waffle
    Arielle S.

    I was really excited that a breakfast place opened up in the neighborhood, but I think there are still some kinks to work through. I went in on a Friday morning and there were plenty of tables to sit at. There was also outdoor seating available. Waitress was very nice and attentive. Food prices were a little higher than what I was expecting. I ordered a hot coffee and the breakfast combo plate which comes with eggs, bacon, sausage, a pancake and hashbrowns/homefries. Just the meal and the coffee, with a 20% tip, came out to $28. Food was good, although the hashbrowns were not very crispy and a little cold. I ordered a topping (options are chocolate chips, strawberries, apples, blueberries) on my pancake (which is an extra $2) and it came out without the topping. I didn't get a chance to tell the waitress and just realized that I still got charged for the topping. I know the prices of food are going up and this place just opened, but it seemed like gourmet prices for a pretty ok diner. ps. The mugs they use are glass, which are cute but, made it so the mug was quite hot to the touch and difficult to hold.

    Greek omelet with grilled home fries
    Kimberly S.

    Stopped in after our first destination was closed. If you've been to Samuel's, the interior hasn't changed too much but it's cute. Service was top notch and fast. It was hands down one of the best breakfasts we have had recently. My husband got the biscuits with sausage gravy and said it was the best around. I got the Greek omelet and it was delicious. The home fries were real potatoes - not Cisco frozen. I give them huge props for that. We will be back!

    Apple cinnamon pancakes
    Amy W.

    Incredible! We thought it was just a coffee shop. Turns out it was the most amazing and quaint breakfast spot. Friendly atmosphere with an exploratory menu. It had the basics as well as twists on the old classics. Best eggs Benedict I've ever had.

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    Great food! Great Service! Very clean! Great Owners! I didn't have to wait long for my food and it was delicious!! I got a waffle combo!

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    Had the Irish Benny. Did not disappoint. Staff was great, food was great, coffee awesome. I'll be back

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    Great Food! Great staff! Great location! Highly recommend checking this place out you will not be disappointe!!!

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    Food was delicious with lots of great options to choose from on the menu. Service was great and the place looks nice.

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    The food is excellent. Staff is very attentive.. The remodeling is welcoming and very comfortable f

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    Food was excellent owners were great. Can't recommend high enough got the Irish eggs Benedict highly recommended. Great cozy place to eat.

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