This is one of the only places that takes reservations for brunch. We decided to take the family out for Mother's Day and we were glad we chose recipes. Location is very nice, good thing is that they have a parking lot so we didn't have to struggle for parking. Between the 4 of us we ordered 5 entree and coffees and were able to finish most. Portion sizes are optimal, not tooo huge but definitely not less. Service was great too. Ambience felt like dining at home for a bit, not too fancy which we don't mind. Prices are appropriate, our entire bill was 105$ including tip. I see there is one in Troy by the same franchise, I will try that since that one is in walking distance.. read more

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We were looking for a dog friendly restaurant that had breakfast options and when we googled the Rochester area, this sounded like a good option with all the many menu items to choose from. We did call ahead of time to make sure that we actually could bring a dog and they said yes they had a patio area outside and the dog was welcome to come there and when we mentioned we were going to come around noon the waitress said that no reservation was necessary and we could just show up I got the Sante Fe Hash which is a vegan item on their menu and my son got the chuck wagon and that is a version of steak and eggs, and we both enjoyed our meals very much. There was a bit of a wait for the patio area as they weren't expecting the people to stay as long as they did, but once we got seated, service was excellent and the atmosphere was great and I would definitely go back here again read more

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Server was super friendly. Lots of seating. Nice menu. My friends tried the blackberry biscuits. Comes with two. Looked super sweet. Maybe more like dessert. I got avocado toast. Most of their entrees come with fruit which is grapes and melon. I wish i had a choice for potatoes. The flavor of avocado was great but egg was bland. I did deviate and order them scrambled instead of poached. Overall, was great location to meet up with freinds! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Blackberry Biscuits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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Went to this place a while ago. Food was really good and ambience was nice. I'm thinking about going again really soon.

I love the Troy location, so I was so glad to hear about their Rochester location! This restaurant is significantly bigger but still has the same homey feel and delicious food. Same amazing menu and attentive staff. This time I got the tuna croissant. Very generous portion and not too heavy. I love their French fries and ranch! Definitely would order again. They have a parking lot in the back and it's off the Main Street so it's not too crowded. This location has a liquor license, so they serve mimosas, Bloody Mary, etc. read more

Recipes - Rochester - Tuna croissant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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I just an happy because I order the Spanish eggs with chorizo and the meat doesn't taste like the real Mexican chorizo is flavor less and I don't like but everything else was good so if you wanna offer the chorizo meat please find out what is the real one please....thank you read more

The first time we came here, everything was awesome. The second time, i took my family here on Father's Day and boy was it a 180. We got there right when they opened at 8am and our food wasn't brought to us until 8:50. We ordered 2 omelettes and pancakes so it was actually concerning how long it took. When we got our food the pancakes were cold and hash browns were barely cooked. Service was an absolute train wreck. We had to ask for side plates for the blackberry biscuits and then she brought us 2 dinner plates with our actual meal for no reason. She also handed my husband the bill ON FATHERS DAY- how comical! Then, somebody else had to cash us out. Further, a couple that came in nearly 15 minutes after us left before we did which was even more concerning. We won't be back. read more

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I love the location in Troy. Tried the Rochester location today. The menu is great here and prices are reasonable. They have such interesting menu items. We love the blackberry biscuits and Asian options, especially the Pan-Asian Noodle. If you're thinking breakfast, the skillet options are diverse and filling. The wait was pretty long today, 35 minutes to get our food after ordering. It wasn't busy in there on a weekday lunch. I would go back to the Troy location next time, I think the staff is much friendlier and things move faster there. read more

Recipes - Rochester - My Own Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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Absolutely fabulous everything! The service is always good, plus the food is always fresh, delicious and very creative choices. Friendly atmosphere and yummy food makes for a marvelous meal We'll be there again soon for my birthday brunch, can't wait!!! read more

Had an awesome brunch at Recipes! The spinach and sprouts omelet was huge and delicious, and I swapped the sprouts for crispy French fries--so good! The Vietnamese iced coffee was perfectly balanced and not too sweet. The ambiance is cozy and welcoming, with friendly service that made me feel right at home. Can't wait to come back! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Spinach and sprouts omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

Cute breakfast spot with a Troy and Rochester location. I've been here maybe three times and this is a review of the visits. Five stars for free parking in a lot behind. Three stars for service. It's never been stellar. Five stars for having one vegan item on the menu. It's a tofu scramble with vegan sausage. The gross part is they leave the plastic casing on the sausage. You're supposed to remove it before cooking. So every time I order this I have to pick off the casing. Second gross thing is the guacamole on all of our plates was brown. Not fresh. I told myself it was frozen and tried to eat it. Not appetizing at all. Lastly, if you order the vegan dish you will get butter on the toast that comes with it. No thought from the servers or chefs to ask or remove it. The food is three stars. You can make a better scramble at home. The juice is not fresh and the grapefruit is neon pink. They do have a liquor license for mimosas if you're interested. read more

Recipes - Rochester - Santa Fe (?) it's a tofu vegan scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

Great food. The skillets are great and their mimosa menu is interesting.... Cranberry, Crewmsicle. Good service too but if you are going for brunch, make a reservation! read more

I had a great time at Recipes for brunch with friends and will definitely be back! Our group arrived at 12:30 for brunch on a Sunday and had no wait. All the staff were really friendly and happy to answer menu questions. The Santa Fe vegan hash skillet was delicious. It was nice to enjoy brunch somewhere out where you can also hear each other talk and not be interrupted by crowds of people screaming for bottomless mimosas. There is plenty of parking in the back but a few street spots are available in front but fill quickly so plan to park behind. There are a couple of front porch tables for outdoor dining with small groups. Diverse menu from omelettes to sandwiches, good food and great family-friendly place for breakfast and brunch. read more

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waiter was great. I ordered the Avocado toast. it was surprisingly (because usually the food pretty good) disappointing. toast was very dry, avocado was just slices, not mashed. not much flavor. won't order again. read more

To say I was underwhelmed here would be an understatement. This place presents itself as a nicer breakfast joint, which to some degree it is, but I left feeling disappointed after my breakfast here this morning. Walking in, the place is spacious and well decorated. Lots of seating and plenty of staff wandering about. I got seated at a 4 top and reviewed the menu for a bit while waiting for my server. On average, most of the food here runs about $15 give or take a dollar, which I had anticipated since I've been to their Troy location. I went with their Wild Bill omelet which they offer as one of their weekend specials. The problem was mostly service here while I dined in. Service was slow and non existent, which really affected my experience here. There was plenty of staff lingering about, but it seemed that only two of them were really working-and I use the word working since I was mostly ignored most of the time here. Anyway, my server never came over and I ended up having the hostess step in to take my order after waiting quite a while. After my food came out it looked and tasted really good, but not for $15. I would pay closer to $10 for this meal if it were up to me. It's far better than coney island any day, but not as good as other food that I've had at the same price point, easily. The final straw was at the end when I was waiting for my bill and a box for leftovers. At this point, my waitress spent more time hiding than actually helping. All the other servers were still standing around and I wanted to grab one of them to get more water and see if I could leave, but they ignored me as well. After standing up, it looks like they were ignoring most of the others in the restaurant as well. Eventually I found what looked like a manager and told her I needed to cash out and would like to leave. She took my cash with the bill and placed it on the counter, then leaving. Nice. Shortly thereafter my server eventually cashed me out and I got to finally leave. I know it's post pandemic at this point but this place doesn't appear to be short staffed, at least from this visit. Mostly they were standing around doing whatever. Food here's good, but not enough for me to really return in the future. Thanks Recipes, you really let me down. Get it together. read more

Recipes - Rochester - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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Today I went out to recipes for the first time and it was amazing! Our server was Jo, & she was so nice and and perfectly attentive. I love a server who isn't overly attentive. The menu is so big, my friend and I both got the big one omelette and split blueberry pancakes and all the food was so good & just tasted perfectly fresh. 10/10 would come back! read more

The menu is physically gigantic, that is why there are so many pictures. Beautiful restaurant on university between paint creek and main; there were only a few parties inside and the place felt even bigger than it is. We had very attentive wait staff and the whole setting was really nice. The food is just average though. At least the things that we ordered were. I got the Spanish omelette and my daughter got chocolate chip pancakes. The pancakes were weirdly flaky and dry, definitely not up to par with some of the places we've tried over the last few weeks. My omelette wasn't bad by any means. There was chorizo inside, it just was not seasoned it felt like. You don't get very much salsa with it. I'm sure I could've asked for more, just making an observation. I would come back for sure, but personally I will keep my expectations a bit lower. read more

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First time brunching in Rochester downtown, this Recipes seems to be a lovely addition to the location. Love that on top of their already extensive menu, they have seasonal specials for you to enjoy. Visiting from Europe, I'm just going around to get my English muffin fix, so definitely went with that. The hash and the omelette were both done perfectly and was plenty of food. The chai tea latte I got also hit the spot, creamy, warm and just the right amount of sweet. read more

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Had a delicious strawberry pancake, most delicious pancake I've ever had. Our waiter was attentive to our needs and we appreciated the service. The scenery was very nice and green, felt like I was in a different country. read more

We had brunch here on a random summer Sunday. We didn't have any reservations, but walked right it at 915am. When you get here, you'll find that the parking is in back, but the host station is up front. Our food was excellent, especially the cinnamon French toast and our omlette. I recommend ordering the Recipe special which has eggs and French toast or pancakes along with a protein and potato. I also ordered a Bloody Mary that was excellent. The service was great, I liked the ambiance and there is plenty of seating for a variety of occasions. Overall, great experience and we will be back here again. read more

Recipes - Rochester - a restaurant with tables and chairs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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I enjoyed our girls brunch at Recipes when friends and I all met to catch up this summer! It was the perfect place to go and have a conversation. I feel other local brunch places are loud and close quarters. At Recipes, the tables are spread out enough that you're comfortable and can relax. We started with mimosas, I had the pink lemonade mimosa, and it was more champagne than lemonade. Depending your preference you can decide if that is a pro or con, ha! I ordered the buttermilk pancakes with strawberries and whipped cream. The waitress asked "thats the stuffed strawberry french toast?" (A special at the time.) I clarified that, no, its the pancakes and I'm adding the strawberries and whipped cream. She seemed she got it and went to put our orders in. Everyone at the table received their order and I waited maybe 5 extra minutes, no big deal, until the food runner brings me out the stuffed french toast. I catch him and explain that this was incorrect and he took it back, clarified my order again, and said he would be back. The waitress had not been back to our table yet, and about 15 or so minutes later I'm finally served what I ordered. Then maybe 5 minutes after that the waitress comes back and says something to the effect that she was sorry for the mix up and she had told them to make what I ordered and does not know how they still did it wrong. My table was mostly done with their food when I got to start, even though they tried to wait, but it was around 1:30 at this point and we had all been waiting for our brunch date to eat. Overall, the food was good but the pancakes were nothing super special. I would really like to come back to Recipes in Rochester to try something else on the menu and have a (hopefully) different experience that is maybe more true to how a normal visit is. I do recommend them, the rest of the table was very satisfied, so I will be back! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Breakfast Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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I was having lunch today at Recipes when I walked in I noticed at the comer table a small dog on a leach. I was surprised that the restaurant allowed the dog inside the restaurant. I proceeded to my table where my friend was already setting. She informed me she overheard the dog owner saying it was her service dog which I was surprised since there was no markings that I could see on the dog's collar. The next thing the dog was upon the table walking around. If this dog was a service dog definitely not that well behaved. For someone who usually eats at Recipes 2-3 times a month I think I will reconsider next time where I eat read more

Great breakfast / brunch spot. The food is well prepared. The service is wonderful. The noise level is low enough to have a conversation.

Yummy! We came for Mother's Day and it couldn't have been better! The staff is very kind. The food was really good!!! It felt clean and fresh! It was not like other places where your potatoes are soaked in oil. They did have an hour wait. Thankfully we were seated sooner. Very nice atmosphere! Would recommend and would come again! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Eggs Benedict veggies - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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Very lovely and homey brunch spot. I really like the omelettes here! The fries are my favorite. Super crunchy and crisp. Service was friendly read more

Good, inventive breakfast food. Friendly service. Right downtown, so you can have breakfast & enjoy a shopping day in Rochester.

I thought everything was very good! Service was fast and super friendly. Tableside mimosas are a great deal if you're out with multiple people, but they did have a good drink menu as well. The menu is almost overwhelming with choices and unique options. I decided on the Benedictine omelette. Overall the combination of items was good, but the broccoli inside tasted frozen. My only complaint. Prices are totally fair and it's really cute inside. Makes you feel like you're dining high end but your wallet feels otherwise! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Benedictine omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

This is our favorite breakfast/lunch place! Service is always great. I love the outside tables when it's nice out. This time I tried the Cowboy Benedict and my wife had the Bandito. So, so good. read more

Food and service were very good. Restaurant was sweltering hot. We asked the waitress if she could have manager adjust A/C and she said the manager absolutely forbids it. It was so hot we were sweating like at the gym and others around us were complaining as well. read more

The food was very clean, fresh and delicious. My kids and I love it every time we go. Service was very fast and very friendly. read more

Recipes - Rochester - American brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

Great brunch, had my first Q champagne We ordered pretty much all the entrees in a party of 15 and this has to be the best place to bring a family, friends or a corporate work party. The wait staff is excellent and the owner comes around and gives positive vibes to make sure your experience is pleasant. read more

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We stop in here for breakfast quite a bit and it never disappoints. When the weather is nice we enjoy a walk on thr paint creek trail and breakfast/brunch here after. If you are lucky, snag a table outside in the patio...there's only a few! They have a fairly large menu with something for everyone. I like that for myself they have the option for egg whites as well as gluten free toasts. Their omelets are really good and if you're in the mood they make mimosas and cocktail as well. read more

Food was great! Prices are reasonable and our service was good. The ambiance/atmosphere inside isn't anything special.

A great place to gave a breakfast with your family or your friends. Cozy and beautiful. So clean so yummy food and i loved the decoration. But the service was so slow. read more

Recipes - Rochester - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

A WARNING for others with celiac and gluten intolerance - be forewarned that they put their breakfast "spuds" in the deep fryer. If you ask to get the fruit (usually +$1.00) instead of the toast and potatoes as a GF alternative, the stone-faced manager/owner will tell you "unfortunately, you have to pay the up-charge". She is clearly either new to restaurant management/ownership or just isn't interested in establishing local "regulars" and doesn't wish to build a good reputation. I will be steering all my family, friends and coworkers in the Rochester Hills area to steer clear of this place. The only positive thing was our server, who was very attentive and helpful. Don't let the upscale interior of this new addition to downtown Rochester fool you. The bland food does not match their prices. Advice: Stick will the old established favorites in downtown Rochester like Downtown Cafe and Chomp! read more

The food was good and came out quickly. The ambiance is surprisingly sophisticated. The outside does do the place justice.

Amazing food, amazing service, and it's quiet enough to hear one another and the music!! I've been to many brunch spots downtown, recipes is by the best experience I've had. read more

I've been here twice and have had great experiences both times. I've ordered different menu items and drinks both times, all in which were wonderful. Ive has their Hummer sandwich (vegetarian) and I recently ordered their Thai salad and Bloody Maria. To be fair, I don't even like bloody Mary's but the bloody Maria has tequila instead of vodka. The taste was better and it was spicy. I probably wouldn't get it again since I liked the food in it more than the drink itself lol. The Thai salad was huge and delicious. I had enough for leftovers. The service is always great and the food is wonderful. I'll be back! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Bloody Maria ($7) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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My lovely wife and I got a rare opportunity to enjoy a lunch date. She wanted to try the new place in downtown Rochester called Recipes. I had seen the place in passing as they prepped to open but wasn't aware that they had. We called to make sure it was okay to come in at 2:30 pm when they had hours closing at 3:00 pm. No problem come on they said. We were there right on time, and surprised to see a full house. Apparently they got slammed at the last minute. So the house was packed and a bit noisy. The decor was really understated. Honestly it was plain and a bit boring. I think they could and should have done a better job (if you want to compete in downtown Rochester) but we weren't looking for interior decor, we needed food. Their menu leans towards breakfast and there seems to be lots of options. It was tough making choices. We led off with some drinks. My wife had a Mimosa - extremely sour - and I had some Sangria which was quite good. There was a strange thing going on with our waitresses. It seemed we had two, but they did well enough passing the baton back and forth and while the wait for the food was a bit long they were kind enough to bring out her fries early. They were good, almost like Checkers/Rallys but without the extra spice. But they weren't extraordinary. She ordered the Wild Bill omelet which was a special for the day and I had the Salmon BLT. The BLT was yummy with salmon, cream cheese, capers and a fried egg on top of normal BLT fixin's. The Wild Bill was just ok, it had some sort of heavy spice on it that made it difficult to enjoy. There's lots of other options we'd like to try but it was a bit pricey for what we got. I give it 3.5 stars that round to 4. Apparently there's another one of these restaurants in Troy too. Try em. read more

Recipes - Rochester - The Salmon BLT, basically what you get if you combined a salmon bagel with extras with a BLT. Yummy. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

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I've had brunch here several times over the past two year, and each time has been excellent. My last visit their was no exception. Our waitress was very attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. When she found out it was my birthday, she was so sweet to bring a birthday treat :) I wish I could remember her name to give her a shoutout! Their breakfast/brunch is top notch with lots of traditional and unique options. Love the ambiance as well, relaxed yet classy! I also really appreciate that they have their own free parking so you don't have to pay from parking on the street. All around great place to brunch! read more

Recipes - Rochester - Such a sweet birthday treat from our waitress! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Rochester, Michigan