Great visit to Toasty Badger! The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Lauren and Tory were friendly, attentive, and offered great recommendations that made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back! read more

The Toasty Badger - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

The reels don't disappoint. The Toasty Badger is a solid five stars if I could I would give it 10! We ordered the traditional breakfast two eggs, hash browns, sausage patty and sourdough bread. With two griddle cakes chocolate chip and blueberry. The griddle cakes were the star, the moon and the sun. Every bite was soft, fluffy and vanillas flavored with just the right crisp. Now I would say no matter if chocolate chip or blueberry the griddle cake will hit. The eggs were perfectly cooks, hash browns crispy and cubed. Yes cubed. The sausage patty was so yummy. The sourdough bread though was perfection. Crisped, buttered and flavorful. Take the crew order something different and share! I can't wait to go back and try the French toast. Toasty Badger is filled with nostalgia and just good vibes. Everyone was so nice, kind and genuinely in a great mood. We sat inside but if it's beautiful when you visit sit outside. read more

The Toasty Badger - Classic Brekky - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is by far my favourite brunch spot in Austin with the best eggs Benedict by a mile, with gluten free options it's a small intimate cosy place. The staff are lovely and the food is super tasty. With lots of teas and coffee and fresh local coffee shop you really should go here read more

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Great service, fresh delicious breakfast foods all prepared perfectly! Good ambience & our group needed the large booth with attachable table to seat 8 guys read more

Stopped by with my wife and daughter a few days ago. We weren't sure what to expect, Austin kind of has this grungy vibe to it, but this place met and exceeded expectations. Tons of character, quirky but not cliche or tacky. Very very good service, and super clean restrooms. Now to the food, I had the blue plate special, a breakfast burrito that was exquisite. My wife had the monte Christo and she loved it. My daughter had eggs and bacon with a side of hash browns and it was very fresh and tasty. We added on a pancake of the month, it was a cheesecake strawberry pancake that brought just enough decadence to hit the spot but not create a sugar overload. Definitely recommend. Good luck with parking though. read more

The Toasty Badger - Delicious breakfast burrito - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Had breakfast at Toasty Badger in Austin on my recent foodie trip and it was like I walked into a 70s diner, I loved the vintage decor. They serve up classic American comfort food for breakfast and brunch and they do it to perfection. Service was great and everything came out just right. I ordered a Classic 2 Egg Brekky with two eggs over easy, homemade hash browns, and their grilled biscuit with poblano and guajillo sausage gravy. I also had to add one of their big pancakes on the side. I love a good classic pancake and I have to give them credit for having peanut butter. Peanut butter with syrup on a pancake is my favorite way to eat one and it was the perfect add to my breakfast. I would highly recommend making a reservation because this place stays busy. Once you eat here you will understand why. I will definitely be back on a future trip. read more

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TLDR: good service, food is fine, parking is hard to come by I met a friend for breakfast here. There was 1 spot left in the lot (there are only about 6 spots in total) and it was really tight. There is a sign that says there is neighborhood parking somewhere behind the place, but I was able to squeeze into the last spot. I was immediately served coffee, which was nice, and the menu was short but had some goodies. I ended up going with the avocado toast with a poached egg, and my friend got the breakfast sando. We split an order of the pancakes with chocolate chips, which were tasty. We ended up having plenty left over to take home. The place looks like a retro diner inside, which creates a cute vibe. I don't think the food is out of this world, and the parking is really disappointing, which is why I am taking off a star. Also, the tables are really close together, which is uncomfortable. But, the service was attentive and friendly! read more

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This place is so cute! Totally transformed from previous pizza restaurant to an absolutely darling mid-century modern eatery. Wait staff was friendly and attentive, the menu was varied. Settled on the French omlette, which was delicious, and a biscuit, which was okay. Wish i had ordered the hash browns, which i saw at a nearby table (looked yummy). read more

The Toasty Badger - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Wow wow wow!! This place!! "Amazing" doesn't even come close to describing it! From the moment we walked up, the service was incredible. The host -- a young man whose name I unfortunately didn't catch -- made us feel so welcomed. It's Mother's Day weekend, a busy Saturday, and despite how packed it was, he still had a huge smile and was extremely helpful. When he sat us down, he made sure we had shade on the patio and even went to get extra umbrellas to block the sun for us!! Now on to SABRINA!! She walked up with the biggest smile (even in this extreme heat), welcomed us warmly, explained everything, and was so friendly and attentive the entire time. She even gave me a twisted straw with my to-go coffee -- it's the little details like that that make such a difference!! And the FOOD... beyond amazing. Literally, even the eggs tasted like heaven!! This place is definitely going in my books as a regular spot anytime I visit Austin. Great job to the entire team!!! read more

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The pancakes there are amazing!! The servers tell everyone that they have to get a pancake for the table, definitely get one! They have plain or several flavors and we got the blueberry. The omelette was also very good. You get a refill of cold brew coffee which is usually rare at restaurants. Very good service. They are very busy on the weekends so I would definitely get a reservation and still be prepared to wait. My only complaint is that the patio doesn't have a ton of shade so we had to sit mostly in the sun. read more

The Toasty Badger - Blueberry pancake - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Came here for the second time with my boyfriend and we both love it here. Food is great and is always a good portion. Service is good and the interior is so cute! Love the 70s design and decor. read more

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This is a small brunch spot where they really maximize their seating in the limited space they have. Most of the seating is on the outdoor patio. There was about a 20 minute wait on a Saturday at 11am, and they offered us water while we waited. We found some neighbourhood parking and walked a few minutes as there are only a few spots in the restaurant lot. We got the breakfast sandwich, caramel apple pecan pancake, and I had a mimosa. The breakfast sandwich was smaller than I would have liked, but it was very good. The hash brown in a block was surprisingly tasty. The pancake was decent and fluffy. The mimosa was more sour than I would have liked and overpriced compared to others in Austin. After we paid, we asked the server for a takeout container, and she never came back. We eventually just asked for one inside as she definitely forgot about us. We were entertained by a trash-carrying bug that kept making its way up and down the railing next to us. read more

The Toasty Badger - Trash-carrying bug - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Stopped into Toasty Badger for an early breakfast and it was such a charming spot. Nick greeted us with a warm welcome and Sabrina was the sweetest server. I had the 2 eggs brekky with ham, my husband had the ham and eggs, and we shared the pancake of the month, which was the orange creamsicle pancake and it was so good. Parking is a little tight right by the restaurant, but there's street parking nearby. Cute place, great service, and I'd definitely come back! read more

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I met my friend for brunch and I really love the cozy space inside. Definitely limited seating inside and outside but it wasn't busy when we went. I ordered the French omelette and my friend ordered the pancakes. The pancakes were a large portion and the omelette was good. We ordered a side of their hash browns and they were square pieces of hash browns but extremely delicious! read more

The Toasty Badger - French Omelet - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Sometimes I don't bother giving a review to a restaurant that already has a very strong average here on Yelp. But this restaurant was such a hidden gem that it is worth shouting out. Every dish we got was delicious, with the fried chicken sandwich a stand out. The waitress was helpful and kind. We ate inside which was cute and cozy, but there's a big patio which I'm sure helps on days that are busier. All told a really terrific spot! read more

Went on a very busy Sunday and got to sit within 15 min. Service was slow which was understandable and the table was still very sticky. I lived the cute diner look and the plates. Food and mimosas were great! Shout out to the hash browns!! read more

The Toasty Badger - Breakfast sando - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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SERVICE: Was great ! They gave a lot of hype to the food and a lot of recommendations- it was our first time and felt welcomed:) FOOD: Food was great as well ! Worth the hype ..we got a biscuits and gravy, loved the Mexican twist on the dish. Also got a chicken sandwich- was small but was really good as well ! Had some pancakes and when I say we tore it up !! We tore it uppp!! ATMOSPHERE: The interior was beautiful, felt like I was transported to my uncle house in my hometown. It was a bit small but still felt very intimate. read more

The Toasty Badger is a great throwback diner. Love the ambiance; some places in Austin only get the vibes right and the food wrong, or the food is good but the vibes are off. The toasty badger nails both. Love their omelettes, their pancakes, hashbrowns, avocado toast, coffee, and the monte cristo was above average, but not the best. I would say pancakes are some of top 5 in the city (probably top 3 for me). Always busy, so try to go during "off" hours. Prices are reasonable compared to most other places in Austin. read more

I visited the Toasty Badger with a few girlfriends for brunch, and it was such a fun little spot! I appreciated that they had a bit of parking, the lot is definitely on the smaller side, so finding a space might be hit or miss, but at least there is parking, which is always a win in Austin. Inside, the diner is adorable. It has this retro 70s vibe. I loved the décor and the cozy atmosphere. As a mostly vegetarian eater, I was really happy to see plenty of options on the menu. I ordered the Toasty Texas Salad and added scrambled eggs on top. I don't normally go for salads at brunch, but I'm so glad I tried this one because it was delicious. The morita lime dressing was amazing (so good I asked for extra), and the crispy masa crumble added the perfect texture. Overall, I really enjoyed this spot. The service was relaxed and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. I'd definitely come back for another brunch date! read more

The Toasty Badger in Austin is an absolute gem--steeped in charm and full of nostalgic flair that gave the whole experience a unique and cozy vibe. We made a reservation and were seated right away, which we appreciated. Our server was friendly, and knowledgeable. One thing that really stood out was when he mentioned how much he genuinely loved working there which spoke volumes to me. Our food arrived quickly and was cooked exactly to our liking. The bacon was perfectly crispy, the sourdough toast and eggs were spot-on, and our coffee mugs were never empty. And let me just say--the hashbrowns were absolutely heavenly. Lightly crisped on the outside and tender inside, they were a standout on an already stellar plate. The space itself is on the smaller side and can get a bit noisy, so we asked to move out to the patio, which turned out to be a great choice . All in all, a wonderful experience from start to finish. I'm already looking forward to going back. read more

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Who wouldn't give this place 5 stars?! The food here is delicious!! All your favorite breakfast dishes just better. The portion sizes are very generous so come prepared to eat! The service is friendly, but the building is tiny. Be prepared to wait... Because there is always a wait. But I promise it will be worth it! I will be back. read more

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This place gets packed! Try to make a reservation because we ended up eating outside to avoid the 30 minute wait. The food was really good. I got the chipped beef but I got to try some other plates from my friends and everything was great. The monte cristo had a nice jam too that came with. I really liked my chipped beef, it was the perfect size and the sauce was just right with the tender pastrami. Everything about it was delicious, including the price. The fries that came with were just fries, eating it with the gravy made it better! read more

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The Toasty Badger is the Best!!!! Whether you sit inside or out, it's a great environment. Definitely take a look inside! You'll be transported to a very cool diner vibe. The staff is incredible! Amazing! Kind. Fun. Attentive. There for you 100%! And the food? Delicious!!! Prepared to perfection! Everything our party of 8 had was off the charts! Give The Toasty Badger a try! read more

Visited the Toasty Badger diner for brunch. Made a reservation and the table was available at the designated time but decided to sit at the bar instead of the outdoor seating due to the heat. The bar seating is first come first served and there was plenty of available seating. The decor is a 70s vibe diner with a very relaxed atmosphere. It was my first time to visit the establishment and they have a good variety of cocktails. We tried the Paloma and the Honey Eyed Fox. I had the American omelette that I was able to customize and added bacon, spinach, mushroom and Gruyère cheese. The omelette was amazing and the ingredients were very generous and it was cooked just right and served with homemade hash browns. The omelette needed a sauce so I added the green verde salsa. Also ordered the specialty pancake with bananas and peanut butter. The pancake is very large portion size as well with a side of bacon. The server was very attentive when sitting at the bar and kept checking up on us. The restaurant was very busy but the pace of the meal was reasonable and very satisfied with the quality of food I received. Will be back! read more

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It was our first time here. I will say, make a reservation. They were very busy this morning. We opted to sit at the bar. The interior has that neighborhood diner vibe, which brings back some memories of my years on the east coast. Our server/bartender, Alanis, was outstanding. She provided us great information on the selections on the menu, especially their griddle cakes, which one could feed a family of three haha. She is great. Definitely made our experience an excellent one. Now for the cocktails and food. My dining partner selected a Paloma whilst I chose the Honey Eyed Fox. This concoction was made with bourbon honey infused black tea, and fresh squeezed lemon. Her Paloma was comprised of Tequila, fresh grapefruit and lime juice with a splash of agave soda. Both were delicious us and a tad potent which was good. Highly recommend. For the main course, my partner chose the French Omlette and I the Griddle Cake of the month. Banana Griddle cake topped with Peanut Butter whipped cream, which was something new for me. Very tasty. Ordered a side of bacon which was cooked the way I like it. Toasty Badger gets the two thumbs up from me. Definitely will go back to try the Brekky. Saw that they have a early bird special for that. read more

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Nothing incredible. I was actually pretty disappointed given that it has such good reviews. The only good thing was that we were able to get last min table on Mother's Day. Ordered the avacado toast and the chipped beef. Avocado toast was honestly nothing out of this world, not was the banger egg sandwich. The i side decor is pretty cool looked like an old diner but modern version. read more

The Toasty Badger - Chipped beef - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Had brunch here on a Sunday with our son and his husband. They are local to Austin and love this spot. We had a 45+ minute wait, but we were able to pass the time by checking out some of the local shops within walking distance. The restaurant also did a nice job of offering coffee and water to those waiting outside. Nice touch! Once seated, we ordered drinks and food. Our drinks were not great and the server mentioned there seemed to be a disconnect between the bartender and the servers. Our server corrected some of the problems by going back and making the drinks herself; however, it did seem odd. The food took quite a while to come out and after 3 of us were served and we were still waiting on the 4th (who had ordered pancakes), I heard our server tell another table that there was a problem with the pancake batter and they had to make a new batch. We ended up finishing our meals before Ben's pancakes arrived at our table. We all thought that with that massive delay and the problems we'd had with our drinks, they might have offered to comp the pancakes. Turns out, they just brought the bill and didn't mention anything. It is a cute place and the food was good, but if hubby and I had gone by ourselves and not with two people who said our overall experience was not the norm, we would not bother to try them again. Hopefully, they will get things sorted out before our next trip back to Austin and then we will most likely give them another chance. read more

Let me just start off with saying that if you are craving a classic brunch diner, this is your spot. After a few failed attempts to grab brunch at some other places in South Austin I landed here (so glad I did). - I got the egg/sausage/hashbrown sandwhich on a brioche bun (I forgot the name but it was on the special menu). This breakfast sandwhich blew my mind! While it seemed like a simple dish, the flavors were rich, savory & cheesy! If it's still on the menu I would definitely rec this, if you're wanting something filling and decadent. - The french toast was also one of the most decorated french toast plates I've ever seen & it all paired so well. Surprisingly it was not too sweet and had a great mix of sweet, tart, and crunch from the candied nuts (I would literally stop by just to order this alone). - The avocado toast was just OK, it was something that had to be eaten fast otherwise the toast got soggy pretty quickly The interior design gives a nostalgic breakfast diner feel. There's covered outdoor patio seating which I thought was a nice add-on. indoor seating is a bit limited and can be a little stuffy to get around the tables. The food came out quickly after ordering and suggestions/patience from the waiter were appreciated. read more

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Came here for a Sunday brunch after church with my girlfriend. Sat on the patio on a beautiful weather day. A bit noisy with the street right by and all the people, but other than that everything was pretty good. Food was good. We had the French omelette and the burger. French omelette was lacking in flavor, but the burger was 10 out of 10. Hashbrowns were great and the pancake was huge, but really salty! Best thing here was absolutely the service, Dana was exceptional! She was super personable and kind. read more

The Toasty Badger - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

A walk up diner that tends to require reservations- because it's so damn good! If you love diners and you're looking to go back to the 60/70's vibe then this the your place. A great place nestled right at the deflection of congress providing a great view of the Capitol building. The he food is as good as it gets unless you're here for the staff who are the chefs kiss of this whole joint. Breakfast sandwich is amazing, early bird brekky is a steal, and the daily specials are always a pleasant surprise. Stop here if you're in town and if you do I bet I'll see you on the weekends since it's my regular go to. :) read more

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Toasty Badger is such a cute local diner. We attended their collab event with Gimme. Loved the HUGE pancakes so much, will definitely bring my family back. The owner was there and she was very nice as well as all the servers. read more

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If you're on the hunt for the best gluten-free pancakes in Austin, call off the search and head straight to The Toasty Badger. I've eaten GF pancakes all over the U.S., and these absolutely crush every single one of them. They're everything a pancake dreams of being: perfectly fluffy, slightly doughy, crispy around the edges, with a hint of vanilla. They're so good you genuinely don't need butter or syrup -- and one pancake weighs in at a quarter pound, which is honestly enough for two people (but no judgment if you don't share). The French omelet was delicate and perfectly executed, paired with a deep-green salad dotted with blistered tomatoes and tossed in a creamy, dreamy vinaigrette. The steak and eggs? Absolute perfection. And that little rectangular hash brown? A tiny golden masterpiece. This is officially my new favorite breakfast spot. My one (and only!) complaint: as a Diet Coke girlie, I wish they had it on tap instead of cans. But honestly... the pancakes alone make up for it. The atmosphere feels like you've stepped into Grandma's house circa 1979 -- cozy, nostalgic, a little tight on space, but in the most charming way. The wait staff are wonderfully attentive, and the host was incredibly friendly. You can make a reservation (bless them), and you absolutely should because they stay busy for a reason. read more

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A friend organized her birthday brunch here a couple weekends ago and we had a fun time! She made a reservation in advance. There were 6 of us all squeezed into a corner booth. Almost everything in Austin these days has been something else and this location apparently used to be a Dairy Queen! I got lucky and found a spot in their lot but a couple others had to park a block or so away and walk in the heat so I suggest you get there early. The waitress was fun and helpful. I'd be up for going there again if the opportunity arose. read more

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Pro Tips: Make a reservation ahead of time, especially if you're party is larger than 2. Expect a 20 min wait time if you're 2. Really enjoyed our experience! While pricier than your average "diner", the dishes and quality of ingredients are certainly met. We enjoyed both the American and French omelettes. Suggestion to the kitchen staff - consider using a little less butter/oil on the French omelette. While it is necessary to use quite a bit, the dish was swimming in way too much. The seating was fun! Overlooking South Congress, and bar-style. Loved the retro aesthetic, including all the smaller details (such as a school recipe book from the 80s in the bathroom). Their Flapjacks? Great! Better than Kerby! I suggest choosing your entrees and getting a side flapjack on the side. read more

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Toasty Badger is a super cute vintage-inspired diner. Beautifully curated interior decor with an outdoor patio. The staff are just swell too! Every person we interacted with was just super nice. The food is upscale diner food that's priced fairly. The French omelette was one of the best I've ever had. read more

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Made a reservation for 11:45, called and let them know we were running 5 mins late. Checked in at 11:51. We were seated at 12:16. We asked for first available inside but didn't realize that meant being sat at a table meant for two when we have 3 people (one over 6ft tall). Then watched 3 3tops get seated at 4 top table except us. The space was very tight but luckily we split an entree so all the food could fit on the table (would have spent more if table space permitting). Ordered the smash burger that wasn't a smash at all just a regular thick burger. They close at 3pm, so around 1 pm they started rolling silverware at the bar taking up bar seats.. makes total sense. Overall can't be disappointed or have too high of standards though, the entire staff was nothing but young kids not a single one looking over 28 (guess the owners are trying to save on cheap labor). First and last time at this "restaurant". read more

Nice joint! Funky and friendly with nice outside seating for a morning meal. Had the biscuits and gravy and the heat in the gravy was perfect! Makes the lips tingle but not quite making me sweat. read more

Haiku Review Griddle cakes delight, hash browns stacked in perfect form, counter dining vibe Go here for.... The hash browns and omelettes Elevated diner experience, with some sophisticated takes on traditional staples (see their homemade hash browns that come in a neat, well presented block, their griddle cakes made with vanilla bean, and their French omelette). The inside was tight, but the aesthetic was a clean, counter-diner style vibe. The outdoor seating is a nice addition for warmer days. And overall the service was pretty good considering how busy they were. If given the option, I'm still probably picking Phoebe's (right down the road), however this is a nice addition to the diner portfolio for Austin! read more

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While the ambiance was great, the retro diner theme very well executed, and service was fine, 2/3 of the ordered food dishes went to waste because they really just didn't taste very good and were tough to keep eating and that is saying something because we pretty are anti-food waste. I'm not very picky and will usually eat anything I paid good money for. The griddle cake special was large and thick but DRY. The amount of syrup necessary to moisten the cake was not sustainable so the person that ordered this was only able to eat a small slice of it. I cut myself a big slice but like could not finish it because it really was quite dry. Next is the $23 salad with chicken. The taste of this salad was just mid..... it was missing something to tie the mildly bitter flavors in it together. Perhaps because the peaches were not sweet and the vinaigrette was not sweet either. The seasonal greens were 95% spinach and this may have been affecting the flavor. I thought some romaine would have helped lighten and sweeten the flavors going on. The chicken which was $8 of the $23 was also dry and not juicy. The blue plate special, which changes, but was a ham Benedict, was pretty tasty and I liked the coffee. Unfortunately, we ended up sharing the Benedict between all 3 of us mostly since none of the 3 of us liked the other two dishes. I saw some sandwiches for other tables come out that looked really good and our food also looked really good but then tasted not that good. It kind of seemed like an aesthetic matters more than taste place, which doesn't align with my interests when eating out. I'm willing to try this place again, but stick with the Benedicts or something like a burger/sandwiches. read more

The Toasty Badger - Blue plate special, Griddle cake special (orange and homemade crumb), Salad add chicken - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

I love a good diner - and breakfast fare. Throw in some craft cocktails and I'm pretty stoked. But... the menu was pretty limited for a diner, which I get. Quality over quantity. But since I'm gluten-free and don't eat red meat or pork, I couldn't partake in the pancakes everyone raves about and a few other dishes (would love turkey bacon, sausage, or even a vegan option). The wild-caught smoked salmon bennie sounded great, but a little too hearty (and $22... and I know I was only going to eat half). I opted for the french omelet - which was such a large serving. Not sure how many eggs were in that baby, but I could have easily split the plate. The salad greens and the tomatoes... probably the best thing on my plate. A lot of herbs, spices, and garlic. I did a glass of their grapefruit mimosa, my third option, as the first two bottles of wine I selected were no longer available. The grapefruit mimosa was boozy... cheers to that! read more

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