I came across this place while getting the oil changed in my car. I can't think of a better time to gab a bite to eat while my car is in the air on a hoist! So, I walked over to "You Say Tomato" and ordered a tasty Bierock! Very Well Done You Say Tomato! Very Well Done Indeed! read more

You Say Tomato - The Bierock! - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

When you walk in you're immediately greeted by large plants and kitschy, unmatched tables and chairs. It's so cozy, homey and welcoming. You can't go wrong with anything you order off of the handwritten, chalkboard menu. The sandwich is piled high with egg, meat and cheese and topped with heirloom tomatoes, the flatbread is crispy and loaded with your meat of choice along with potatoes and cheese, the grits are spicy and savory and the biscuits and gravy are to die for. Don't let me forget the pecan sticky buns and cinnamon rolls. Both as big as your head and served hot with drippy caramel and creamy icing. Annie, the owner is so kind and accommodating. She came out and made time to chit chat with us for a while. She even sent us home with a complimentary piece of peach cobbler. This place can do not wring. I have been two times in one week! read more

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This is the most warm, nourishing neighborhood eatery that calling it anything short than "family," does it no justice. My wife and I had our first date here, years ago. We went back recently after hearing they reopened. We took our toddler, joining the family. We had the breakfast casserole with mushroom gravy and shared the most satiating blueberry basil cinnamon roll. We left with full bellies, full souls, and a sense of togetherness. It is places like this, that makes KC our home. Thank you, You Say Tomato. read more

It is a really interesting restaurant. The vibe here is quiet, peaceful, relaxed and rustic. You walk in, and find the ordering counter in the back, place the order then find the seat suiting yourself. The food menu does not have tons of options but still good enough. They are more like a breakfast-brunch restaurant, so mostly they offer salad and light meal. They seem to have daily specialty items. And it was presented right next to the cashier table. I got that presented salad and a cappuccino. The ingredients in their salad were really fresh and it was not a boring salad! Also this is the first time I feel so stuffed after finishing my plate of salad. I highly recommend their salad to try! As for the coffee, it was just ok. I think based on the menu and the decor or the spirit I get from this restaurant, offering some fresh squeezed/blended juice may be a good addition on the drink menu, since they don't have much drink options to choose from. Overall this is a restaurant I can get healthy and tasty food. I definitely will come back when it's on my detoxing days! read more

I received my first ever-other-Wednesday meal. It was so lovely, delicious and healthy -- except for the dessert, which was too good to let my husband eat, so I indulged. Worthy calorie consumption trade off! Highly recommend participating in these recurring meals. They are large portions so can be eaten for more than one meal. read more

We've loved everything we've had from You Say Tomato. Their take out options are wonderful. It's always a treat for us,

My favorite hole in the wall breakfast spot in KC! Their breakfast croissant is the best breakfast sandwich I have ever had. The croissant is the perfect combo of flaky and buttery, the eggs are well-seasoned, and the ham is juicy. I crave it on the daily! They also have delicious fresh pastries that sell out almost every day. I always snag one from the display case, especially a muffin. Another side I recommend is the breakfast potatoes. Great portion, good flavor, and served with sour cream. As a self-proclaimed French toast connoisseur, their French toast is tasty! It's a French toast bake, so it has a different consistency than your classic French toast. I personally don't prefer French toast casseroles, but this one was spongy, has good flavor, and the pecans are a great addition. The service is always friendly, albeit a little slow. You order at the counter and while there usually isn't a long line, there is only 1 register so if you come at a busy time, you may wait a while. I can't wait to come back and try the breakfast flatbread and a cinnamon roll! read more

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I rarely review places I eat at, but this place is a true 5 star establishment. When it comes to service, they treat you like family. We arrived minutes before closing but we weren't turned away and we were able to enjoy our brunch with absolutely no rush. We have been trying to come back to this place since the pandemic changed its hours and we are so glad we made it today! They have such an original menu, that is constantly changing to bring you the freshest ingredients. Breakfast pizza is a must have either for yourself or as a sharable. It's super loaded and you can tell the crust is freshly baked. You CAN'T find anything like it in KC. If you get anything from this review, it has to be to try YST. read more

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When we were driving to the restaurant, there was a decent amount of cars parked on the street leading up to the restaurant. We parked behind a car that had a bumper sticker that said "Outta my way! I'm on my way to You Say Tomato!" When we walked up, I was pleasantly surprised to see no line of people outside. We walked in. It is sort of small inside with mismatched tables & chairs. There's a sign that says order before picking a seat. We looked at the menu and although we arrived around 9:45, a few of the brunch items were already sold out. One of those was the Breakfast Flatbread which was disappointing. I got the croissant sandwich with bacon and added roasted potatoes. I also ordered a latte with almond milk. My husband ordered the corn beef hash with eggs and toast. I wanted to order a muffin or one of those crazy looking cinnamon rolls, but I wasn't starving and didn't want to order food I couldn't eat. My latte came out first and was delicious. I am always so happy when restaurants have nondairy options for milk. This place had coconut, soy, and almond milk. Not long after my latte arrived, our breakfast arrived. I was very happy with the amount of potatoes on the plate, and the sandwich was large as well. The croissant was flaky with a hint of sweetness and was perfect with the cheese on the sandwich. The potatoes were beautifully crispy. Probably the best breakfast potatoes I've had at a restaurant. I really enjoyed them. I actually couldn't finish my meal which really says something because I can usually put down a pretty good size meal! My husband's plate came with 2 full pieces of toast cut in half, so it was like 4 pieces. It came with butter and some sort of jelly, and a slice of pineapple. The corned beef hash had chunks of corned beef, not tiny little diced pieces. It also came with a pretty large amount of eggs. My husband says the hash needed a little more seasoning, but was overall pretty good. He also commented that they could have easily only given 1 full piece of toast cut in half. He did enjoy his meal, and the leftover potatoes I had. Service was quick and friendly. There's not a lot of seating, but it seems like perfect timing for when people arrive, sit, eat and leave. There wasn't anyone waiting for a seat when we were there. I really liked this place a lot, and because of the location, I can definitely see us coming back! read more

I found the establishment's offerings to be ridiculously overpriced and very disappointing. By 11am on the Sunday that I went, they were sold out of the top 2 items I wanted to order. The best dish was the Apple Pie, which paled in comparison to that of Whole Foods, and was quadruple the price. The biscuits were chewy and the gravy was bland. The cheese grits were a joke compared to that of First Watch or almost anywhere else. Because of lack of viable breakfast options I ordered there lunch special, the chicken shawarma salad, which wasn't bad, but again was ridiculously overpriced for the very small portion size. read more

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Breakfast casserole was amazing and the raspberry cinnamon role I think about all the time to this day

You say tomato, I say awesome! This is the definition of the quaint neighborhood eatery. It is literally la corer eatery with a sprinkling of grocery items, like fresh bread and at times local produce. I don't recall a single occasion that I had anything here that I did not toughly enjoy. Man the sweets here are delicious especially the pies. I especially like when the hot entrees' they are always part of a special so keep an eye on the board. You cannot go wrong with any of the staples though from the black bean burger or the Greek salad. That Greek salad is one of the best guilt free items I honestly seek it out if I am having a particularly unhealthy week. They have Coke's BlueSky line which are think pairs perfectly with their items, The BLT is extremely delicious and not to be missed. There sandwiches feature some of the freshest greens and the protein is top notch, none of that filler heavily salted mystery meats here. Anything you get here on a croissant is guaranteed to please. This place is a truly special place to be I have enjoyed some of the best lunches in KC either sitting next to the indoor foliage or going Parisian (of the plains) and dining on the little patio. It is always a joy to come here as the meals here always leave me in a state of bliss. read more

You Say Tomato - Stuffed Squash Special...Amazing! - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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This is one of my most favorite places to eat in Kansas City, for so many reasons. One of the things that frustrates me is that the owners cannot seem to get yelp to change their phone number, even though the number listed on yelp has not been accurate for more than a year. There is no other place like this that I know of in the Kansas City area. I've tried everything on the menu, and it is all absolutely delicious. read more

BIEROCKS!!!!! The veggie potato curry bierock!! I could live on a secluded island and live off these bierocks for a lifetime. The husband prefers the beef and cabbage version, he's a real life cave man meat eater, which appears to be an equal hit. Ask the clerk if they have some in house if you don't see them on the menu. The ambiance is quaint. Chairs are not Uber comfortable so you won't stay terribly long. Full of plants and hippie customers. Can't really comment on much more than the bierocks BUT we love to call in and get takeout when we're driving by. read more

Friendly with great food and a relaxed casual atmosphere. I drove up to this place and could barely tell it was open for business other than some fog on the windows. The awning sign out front was collapsed and I think only one small plank hanging on the door. Thankfully Yelp pointed us this way and we opened the door to a warm environment with just enough room left to grab a table. Everything looked good on the menu. We had several items which were all enjoyed, although I'd love to come back again and try some other items. Look at the pictures for suggestions, I think it's all true to form. Greek salad was fresh and crisp with a light dressing. Tuna melt was pressed thin and pretty good. Breakfast items seemed to really shine as did the sticky buns. Stop in. Eat in. You won't regret it. read more

The Food: Food is served hot, fresh ingredients, organic, locally grown / raised, made-to-order, flavorful, not greasy, healthy options, tasteful, beautifully plated, wonderful all around. Rating the food on a 1 to 10 scale, they get a solid 12! Price: fairly stated, you get what you pay for and it is worth every dime. A tad more expensive than one would think but one must pay for the quality. Staff: they get a 9/10. Alex was absolutely fantastic...he met us at the door with a smile, patiently answered all questions about the menu, gave WONDERFUL recommendations and was more-than-attentive during our visit. He was buzzing around the restaurant keeping busy and making sure everyone was having an "A+" experience! Well done, Alex! The kitchen staff seemed friendly and smiled, as the kitchen is open-air to the actual dining room. The person taking orders could afford some carbonation in her rather flat personality...otherwise a stellar staff! The Ambiance: I give it a good 9.7/10! The dining room is slightly lacking in tables...some rearranging could afford them more room to accommodate more patrons /tables. Noise level was acceptable for the given facility. Great setting in a lovely historic neighborhood. Seeing as we visited on a cold day...we would recommend some kind of "wall" between the door and dining room as the cold blasts were rather uncomfortable. Otherwise, temperature, lighting, "vibe" = excellent!!! All-in-all, we will be back! Can't wait to share this jewel with family and friends! Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to a lovely experience at You Say Tomato!!! read more

This is such an underrated brunch spot. AMAZING. I love the atmosphere, very cozy, the food is spot on and staff is kind.

This place is OK. If you go in the colder months on a weekend morning, it can be extremely tough to find a table which makes for a more stressful brunch experience than I appreciate. Our latest venture had us waiting in a super long line and then all the tables filling up. Some women were taking up a four top for a half hour after they'd finished eating which had the whole group of people waiting for tables shooting daggers their way. We tried to go outside but it was just too cold and ended up sharing our table with some strangers. Not the worst thing of course but not ideal. The food is ok. I enjoy the breakfast crossaint sandwich but it's not the best breakfast sandwich out there. Everything is alright here but I recommend coming in the later spring months or summer time. read more

You Say Tomato - Breakfast crossaint sandwich and potatoes - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

The prices can't be beaten. The food was on point. The coffee was delicious. The staff were friendly. The wait was unbearable. I'm not sure if they were understaffed on this day, but we waited 40 minutes for eggs and toast, and oatmeal. Yes, I'm serious. It was delicious, though. I also really liked the setup. The makeshift furniture and the market style setup in the dining room. Oh. And they have dinosaurs. That's a win. read more

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The first time I came here, my friend and I had to wait a ridiculously long time for our food and watched everyone else get served before us... but during the long wait, we browsed the interesting selection of products on display, so that kept us entertained. They do sell some pretty cool stuff, like the gin-gin ginger candies which are hard to come across. I've ordered the french toast which was pretty heavy/rich but still really good, but my favorite is the granola. It's awesome! They make it themselves and it's different every time I go. read more

You Say Tomato - granola - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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If I had to define "hidden gem", it would be this place! Oh my goodness! This place is SO cute! Major vintage vibes with the mismatched table and chairs. They have a HUGE fiddle leaf tree that has kind of become a little arch at the front door. They also have a mini grocery store section that sells random things like pumpkins and sparkling water. The menu seems to change often since its all written in chalk. The staff is so friendly and very patient when it comes to out of towners (like myself). I ordered the veggie galette and it was hands down the BEST galette I've ever had! I've been in the food industry for about 7 years and this place blew my socks off. My boyfriend got the biscuits and gravy and kudos to them for making a gravy that was flavorful but not over salty. I was raving about this place when I was in KC and when I got back home. Everyone needs to come here and try it out because it is so worth it! It's located across the street from a school on the corner of a random neighborhood. I was second guessing the spot when we first arrived because its just kind of out on its own, so glad we stayed thought because this was my favorite meal of the weekend! read more

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In KC dropping the kids at the airport. Needed a spot to eat breakfast. Arrived here about 730 am. Really quite at the time. Not many tables in the small restaurant and also doubles as a small grocery store selling organic foods, which also takes up some floor space. The ambiance is good. Building is old and has one bathroom. Walls and furnishings look like a patchwork of older items and decor. My wife and I both had the corned beef hash. I am gluten intolerant and they were very attentive to that and had gluten free toast. The corned beef was great. Very flavourful. One small critique, it was a little peppery giving it too much spice. The portions size was spot on and filled me up well and left me satisfied. My wife had a latte which she thought was fantastic. She also had sourdough toast that she said left something to be desired as it was not all that "sour". All in all, this was a great experience. read more

You Say Tomato - I let this guy write the review this time :) - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Our Kansas City Food Tour. You Say Tomato is a quaint neighborhood restaurant that is perfect for breakfast, lunch or even just dessert. You Say Tomato also has a small store selling grocery items and you can grind your own Parisi coffee with a variety of choices to take home. There were loafs of homemade bread for sale too. Plenty of delicious looking slices of pie for sale. They looked absolutely wonderful. No servers to tip. Order first and then find a table. A water jug sits in the middle of the restaurant to serve yourself. We went in for a quick lunch and I had the house salad with chicken salad on top. Everything was very fresh and the chicken salad was perfectly seasoned and delicious. My husband ordered the greek salad and chicken salad sandwich. We were both happy with our orders and how fresh everything was. I hear their breakfast is quite good and we look forward to trying it. A simple place with wonderfully fresh food made in the open kitchen. You wont be disappointed. read more

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The baked french toast with pecans is good: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/you-say-tomato-kansas-city?select=3f5xybLFodatIiD2sV5vtg#bATn3Smpf9X5NgkHF6sm8Q The cinnamon rolls and caffè macchiato are also recommended. read more

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You say tomato is a Kansas City tradition. It's the kind of neighborhood breakfast/lunch cafe that feels like it's been there forever. Everything I've had is super tasty, the staff friendly, and the ambiance could not be more charming. If you haven't been yet you now have breakfast plans for tomorrow. read more

You Say Tomato - Breakfast casserole - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I had breakfast here on a weekday and left feeling very underwhelmed. I had a ham and broccoli quiche and my wife had the vegetable hash. We also split a cinnamon roll. Neither the quiche nor the hash packed much flavor. The hash had a nice assortment of veggies, but the dish was under-seasoned. Additionally, the pieces were too large and cooked at two low of a temperature, with the resulting being that the dish was more of a vegetable medley than anything else. My quiche wasn't great either. The crust was chewy rather than flaky and the egg was under-seasoned, just like the hash. Maybe I just caught the kitchen on an off day, but the food simply wasn't what I would have expected from such a well-reviewed place. The venue itself wasn't great either. We went on a cold morning, and the restaurant was really chilly. My wife and I spent the whole meal in our coats. It was also extremely, almost awkwardly, quiet in the restaurant. Finally, while I'm all for unique and eclectic furniture, the chairs are small and rickety enough to be uncomfortable. I should note that the staff was very friendly and that our cinnamon roll was pretty good. My wife also had a chai tea that was quite tasty. However, the full experience simply wasn't up to scratch. read more

You Say Tomato - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Cute, local, veg and vegan friendly spot... but what is it about hippy-esque joints that make them look and feel so damn dirty?? Is it the dreadlocks and weird hemp hats, the sticky tables bc they probably only clean with okra derived nut seed cleanser or some crap?? IDK.. for those who are super picky with appearances, skip this place bc it will prob make you shriek. For those who are hungover like I was and looking to eat ALL THE FOODS, it was a dandy spot. Had the breakfast pizza and breakfast casserole. the Pizza was scarfed compltely and had great flavor and the perfect blend of all things breakfast. the casserole was kinda funky and it seemed like a savory bundt cake but instead was made of sausage, spongey cake like substance and coated in white gravy...good but too dense. Not a bad spot, but they seriously need to get better table soap bc sticky tops are nastaaayyyy read more

I'm currently avoiding sugar and carbs... Almost the entire menu here has carbs, except for the Corned Beef Hash, which was sold out the say I went. The woman behind the counter went to the back and found me some beef stew that was leftover from the night before, and mixed it with lentils instead of the noodles that they typically add. It was FRIKKIN delicious. She went above and beyond- I had no expectations that they would accommodate my diet like this. Just amazing. read more

This is a great local breakfast joint with fresh ingredients and a very friendly staff. They were very busy but we still got in ordered and ate in a short reasonable amount of time! Will be back!!! read more

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Had I not been looking for this place, I would have driven right by it! A cozy, unassuming spot for excellent brunchables, this joint serves their own Parizi coffee blend and BIEROCKS. Until sampling one at this venue, I had no idea what a bierock was- but it's like a stuffed bready dumpling of deliciousness to say the least!!! I had one of the veggie variety and it was mighty tasty. Another thing I loved about this place is that the fruit cup was LEGIT. Don't you hate when you order a side of fruit and all you get is honeydew and cantaloupe (no disrespect to those fruits) and maybe a slice of pineapple? NOT HERE THOUGH. You Say Tomato's fruit side comes with an assortment of berries (straw, black and blue!), pineapple chunks, and grapes!! These details are appreciated. Will be back! You should check it out!! read more

You Say Tomato - Veggie Bierock and a side of fruit. - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Today was my final day in KC. I had a shockingly difficult time finding breakfast near my hotel on a Saturday morning, but this was relatively close to the WWI museum where I was spending most of the morning, and it had great reviews on Yelp, so I decided to check it out. It is very unassuming and the sign is small. I parked on the street just down the way. There are small tables both inside and out and you order at the counter. There was chalk menu posted on the wall. I ordered a chai latte and breakfast croissant. I sat at a table and my chai was brought out first. It was very good although a little foamy for my taste. Shortly thereafter my croissant was brought out and it was a substantial size. It had a large amount of egg, cheese, and essentially 4 sausage patties. Because of the large size and sort of lopsided assembly I ended up cutting it up to eat. The eggs were excellent. They tasted fresh and had fresh black pepper in them. The croissant was flaky and buttery and the sausage was good too. The place was definitely on the hipster side, but was perfect for what I wanted this am. It was a quick breakfast without being a fast food breakfast and the ingredients were fresh and high quality. read more

You Say Tomato - Egg sausage and cheese croissant - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Don't be fooled by the outside, the food here is divine! I got the seafood quiche with jalapeño grits and hubs had the biscuits and gravy. Coffee was stellar and we hardly had to wait. Can't wait to explore the menu more! read more

You Say Tomato - Coffee - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

A fun, healthy brunch or lunch place that has been around Kansas City for decades. It is a small restaurant with the kitchen visible for all patrons. There is also a grocery store like area as part of the restaurant. If you're into hipster dining or farm-to-table vibes, you will probably like You Say Tomato. If you want a more formal breakfast/brunch/lunch experience, you may not enjoy it as much. The menu isn't very long, compared to the multiple page spread at larger establishments, so you may wish to check it out before going if you have picky eaters. What it lacks in variety, it makes up for in quality. My breakfast croissant was very yummy and didn't leave me feeling bloated afterwards. The prices are on par with other sandwich places. In my experience, it is not an ideal grab-and-good brunch place because the food does take some time to cook. If you're in a rush, just try a coffee shop. This is definitely a cute quirky little spot in Kansas City. If I lived closer to it, I would probably go more frequently, but I don't find myself wanting to travel far for it. If you're looking to change up from your usual heavy breakfast joints, this is a great place to try. read more

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I would put 6 stars if I could. Nothing to ask more for a breakfast. Casual place with great food and great drinks. We had an amazing very very large cappuccino and and very good chai. The breakfast casserole was sooo good. Unfortunately we were not able to get a dessert, we already had too much food. But since they were about to close , the manager came to use and gave us a pumpkin muffin for latter! read more

You Say Tomato - Breakfast casserolre, biscuits and gravy, Cornbeef hash. And a huge cappuccino. Everything delicious ! - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Found this little place when traveling in KC! Great spot for a little breakfast/brunch. Fairly small menu but based off good ingredients! The food we ate was a little heavy but could have just been our choices. Highlights: - bottomless (free!!) self-serve coffee!! Can choose your own mug and one of several blend options. - fun, grocery store type atmosphere with fresh veggies out to look at. - open seating with several options by the windows. We had the breakfast flatbread, egg croissant and a side of potatoes. The flatbread was tasty but heavy because of the gravy as the "sauce". Egg croissant sandwich was delicious! Very fresh, buttery croissant with a perfectly fried egg. Lastly the potatoes- would recommend these most out of all we had! Small, crispy cubes of potatoes seasoned with lots of flavorful herbs. Came with a side of fresh sour cream that compliments it well! Overall would recommend! read more

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The best croissant sandwich I've ever had. The staff and owners were very kind. Too bad I'm only a visitor to Kansas City... read more

You Say Tomato - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Hubby and I tried this place for the first time yesterday. Feast Magazine listed them as one of the 20 best places to have brunch in the city. Nice, laid-back spot. Hubby had the breakfast casserole; I had the black bean quiche. We split a pecan roll which they offered to warm up if desired; yes, please! Food was delicious. Service was prompt. We're adding this place to our regular brunch rotation. read more

You Say Tomato - Black bean quiche and my half of the pecan roll. - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

So we found this quaint breakfast place near our Airbnb and fell in love with it. The decor isn't much and it's a bit hole In the wall kind of place but don't let the outside fool you. The food here is soooo delicious and the giant pecan cinnamon role is soft and fluffy and absolutely fabulous. Give it a try if you are in the neighborhood. I guarantee you won't regret it. read more

You Say Tomato - Quiche and breakfast flatbread. So good !! - American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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So yummy! Menu changes periodically and I love the vibe inside. Annie was so kind to share about the business and give some history on their menu. Highly recommend this eclectic delight. (Don't forget to check out their massive fiddle leaf fig inside) read more

See my first review at the bottom. Left in for comparison. {UPDATED REVIEW} Is "Sold Out" gluten free? Because that is half the menu... it doesn't matter if we come in at 9:30 or 12:30, a good portion of the menu is always unavailable. This was not an issue before the ownership switch. I've now seen two groups turn around and leave the ordering line because of this and the table of six next to us right now just said you ran out of biscuits and were rude about it... so word to the wise: FIX IT! Understaffed and those that are on staff are noticeably frustrated. I hope that they can get their inventory and personnel issues fixed. If not, we may stop coming. {PREVIOUS REVIEW} This is the second time I have eaten here for breakfast. Both experiences were something to write home about. Order at the counter, coffee and water at the bar, grab a table and enjoy your present company. Service: Always extremely pleasant, super friendly with a smile. I asked if they had decaf coffee and the waitress immediately said, "Not currently, but I'll brew some up right away!" She brewed an entire silo just for us. Food: I cannot praise the food enough. Always tastes fresh, always comes out hot, and always hits the spot. It is not the quickest delivery to the table but I know that is a result of them making it to order. Great selection of both meat and vegetarian options - nothing on the menu looks like it wouldn't be absolutely delicious. Spend some time looking around at other tables' orders and tell me you wouldn't do questionable things for any of those plates. Atmosphere: Eclectic and hipster-trendy the only thing I can say negatively about YST is that it can be toasty inside... Not just a little warm, I'm talking swamp-ass inducing heat. But it's all worth it for that food! read more