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    The Why Coffee Shop

    4.3 (154 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 1:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Steven C.

    This place is exactly what it appears to be, a diner where people can relax, get ready for court, catch up, read the paper. Everyone knows each other, friendly waitresses. If you sit at the counter, you can watch them prepare the food. The food is always good, fresh ingredients. The coffee cup never goes empty. I've enjoyed this place for over 30 years when I find myself in Niagara Falls. It's right down the street from the municipal courthouse, and enjoys a mix of lawyers with their clients, retired people with their friends, regular working folks, all friendly.

    The midcentury curving charm of the vintage Formica counter had me at "hello" ....

    Love this groovy original in the heart of Niagara Falls/Buffalo NY. Rona is the proprietor- her dad started the joint in 1979 and she has worked there since she was a kid helping her dad out behind the counter. This is the real deal. It was such a pleasure eating my yummy veggie omelet, toast and coffee at the counter as Rona and the team buzzed around making everyone happy. This local midcentury coffee shop has been featured in films and enjoyed by locals for years!

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    Crystal O.

    Looking for a back to basics breakfast where all the locals eat? This is your place! Retro look had us wondering how much was original- with the red, orange and yellow pendant lights, wood paneling covered walls and the old school candy bar dispenser. The prices are fab- again old school, cash only and you can grab breakfast, coffee and tip for two under $20- just say yes! The counter was filled with blue collar workers that Monday morning, another good sign for me. Street parking is available- we found an easy spot just before it poured rain. Service was spot on, fast and friendly. Just a great mom and pop vibe, local diner establishment. So happy The Why popped up as an option close to us!

    Stopped here for breakfast while visiting Niagara Falls area. Great prices, great food, breakfast for 2 with coffee for less than $20! Fast friendly service and hot fresh food!

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    Sara D.

    Take-out only due to COVID-19 times. One needs to phone order and then go in to pay cash only. I ordered Breakfast #3 and a hot chocolate. The eggs done to order, home fries, bacon, and buttered toast. So, I hopped back into the car and ate my breakfast. Yummy! The hot chocolate was better than most places. They provided salt & pepper, catchup packets, jam, utensils, napkin., Then, I was off to walk the Niagara Stare Park.

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    Michelle C.

    The Overall- CASH ONLY, less than $10.00 per person (price of average drink included), good and fast service, tasty food and a clean establishment. The breakdown- While driving back from Niagara Falls, we were craving a good breakfast. Seven of us traveling with two kids. Our family was looking for an inexpensive place to start off our day. Found this place via Yelp and we were reluctant to visit it since the prices are insanely cheap and it just looked too good to be true. Nevertheless, we decided to trust our Yelp community and the reviews. Don't let the shady look fool you, this place is great! It might not look like a lot, but prices of sides and full entrées vary from $2.00 to $5.75 (most expensive entrée on the menu). Service was fast and friendly, food was surprisingly tasty (server mentioned their home fries are seasoned with "adobo") with fair proportions and coffee was decent. Establishment has been operating since the late 70s, so yeah, it looks old school and like it could use some TLC, but ambience is homey, with friendly and polite locals and everything is sneaky clean. Would visit again if possible.

    Bob M.

    This little family owned dinner was a perfect stop to start our day. They only take cash so make sure you got some cash on you, but with that everything on the menu is very reasonably priced. The food came very quick and looked awesome. Everything tasted great. We got a lot of food and the bill was under $20. I'm a big fan of little dinners and small family owned places, they always feel more homey.

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    CaptainRavioli 1.

    This place is awesome! I'd really recommend it. The food is great, and it's not super expensive! If you're looking for something hearty and filling, come down here to this lovely coffee shop :)

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    Miguel L.

    Cash only breakfast and lunch place around Main St. Niagara Falls. Went there during weekends and usually not very busy. Food prices are very cheap and foods were tasty. Tried their cheeseburger and Davey dog and they were really good. Will definitely come back to grab a quick and cheap lunch.

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    Boat N.

    One of the best breakfast place in Niagara falls. Legit, anybody who want to find a place this is the one.

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    Excellent customer service, great locals vibe, and top notch breakfast sandwiches. Diner coffee at its best.

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    Quick delicious breakfast! Price, food, service was perfect!!! Just a no-nonsense coffee shop!

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    Breakfast and service was great. Coffee always stayed full and eggs were cooked perfect.

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    Simple and satisfying breakfast food. Lots of locals were eating there. Service was good. Cash only no CC . Would go there again

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    5 years ago

    Less then 10 dollars, mom and pop community diner. Perfect portion. Fasts service a great place to start the day. Old school place.

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    Great breakfast spot close to the park. We liked it so much we had breakfast here 2 days in a row.

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