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    Westminster Cafe

    3.8 (44 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kim K.

    This is a cross between a dive and a smarmy spot! Infrastructure is showing but have relatively new tables and chairs, while the walls are adorned with a mixture of local art, kitchen art, and photos of locals visiting. Parking can be treacherous if they are busy. This is cash only, but they have an ATM conveniently located inside. Beware the menu! The senior specials cost more than the equivalent on the regular menu (I will attach photo of this). I got number 2 with kielbasa. Eggs fine, potatoes non-remarkable. Scrambled eggs with cheese peachy. You have to ask for jelly, doled out in those little packets. Cream and ketchup come in little plastic round portions. The kielbasa came cooked black and swimming in grease. The signs of COVID dividers remain on the ceiling. Service was quite friendly. Locals of all types are easily spotted here. So, I would say this place is a cross section of America, hitting in between extremes.

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    Lynn A.

    I've been driving past here since I moved to Gardner. Finally got to stop this morning after getting blood drawn at Heywood Hospital(fasting!) It always looked busy when I drove down by. So first the negatives. It's noisy but most breakfast cafes are. Not self seating, no biggie. The flatware is incredibly cheap. No WiFi again no big deal. The prices seem steep for breakfast foods, however ... Now the good news. Omg greeted immediately by friendly owner. Coffee was good and piping hot. I ordered the 3 egg omelet I mean how can you make an omelette with only 2 eggs! But let me tell you next time I'll only order a 2 egg one! It came out quickly and was stuffed with corned beef hash and cheese. I asked for extra crispy home fries and they were! It was hot and delicious. I'll be back I'm sure.

    The house special omelette, soooooo much food...

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    2 months ago

    A great place to eat, small enough to be comfortable but not to small,fast service and excelled choices

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    8 months ago

    Great atmosphere, local gem. Food and service was excellent! Only downside, restaurant is cash only.

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    2 years ago

    Food is always great, service is wonderful, and an old town atmosphere. Please don't change a thing!

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    Cute cafe. Food was good. It was very busy at the time we went but the service was good and food was decent.

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    Had a couple of great egg sandwiches here with really nice service and some delicious pancakes too.

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    This is our favorite breakfast place near our home. Usually go at least twice a month. Love the hash and omlettes.

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    Great breakfast. Eggs perfect, corn beef hash was not too greasy, friendly staff. All around a quintessential diner experience.

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