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    Paula's

    3.4 (230 reviews)
    InexpensiveBreakfast & Brunch

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    PAULA'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Biscuits and brown water.
    Andrew P.

    I was going to write this elaborate review about how bad this place was. However, I'll let this picture of their biscuits and "gravy" do all the talking. Do better or close your doors.

    Good lil brrakfast spot. Gets busy quick. Ya cant miss it they have the old dodge van parked out front.
    Nancie D.

    This review is for my last visit before all this covid craziness. We have been here several times. The last visit was not good at all. I don't know if they changed staff but they should go back to whoever worked there before. The girl at the counter was hella rude not only to us but other patrons who apparently had not been there before. The food has suffered a bit too. Kind of like whoever was working that day didn't care. I'll stick to Cliff Cafe from now on. Sorry Paulas but until your staff treats people better we won't be back.

    Corned beef hash with eggs and 1 wheat toast
    Francis V.

    Haven't been since pre-Covid, wasn't too bad then...not anymore. Common theme with recent reviews was the old guy behind the counter. Lousy service and bad attitude to say the least. After seeing others, who came after me, get their meals, I went to check. He misplaced my order, only made my meal, and didn't make my daughter's bagel special. And he didn't get my toast until I asked about it. Even then, no apologies to be found. I get it, business has been rough, but sorry, people have options. Guy is in way over his head. Save your time and money. Never going back there again.

    Potatoes, with a spinach and mushroom scramble and toast!   No vegan creamer or butter so bring your own or go without!

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    Prices have gone up. Not entirely what it used to be but I like to go for the experience.

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    The food was excellent. The prices are VERY reasonable. The owner was friendly. Nostalgic little place.

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    Horrible breakfast and service. Not what it used to be to, not good anymore. I won't waste my time going here

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    Bad service, owner was rude, food smelt bad, unclean. It's a cute looking place, but I wouldn't recommend.

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    Worst customer service ever the older gentleman behind the counter was a total a-hole.

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