Still one of our favorite brunch spots (top 3) in the area, and with it being less than 2 miles from where we live, it is such a treat to have. They've made some updates since my last review. I noticed they swapped out the bar stools for what seem to be a bit more accommodating in style. They added cushion to the church benches, although they are a bit "grippy". They updated the other bar and also the outside area. I believe they have a cornhole section and from what I could tell, an area that could be really fun during the warmer months. The overall vibe is so quirky, cool, different, and I just love how it's decorated. The other locations have the same sort of intrigue but in much different ways. I still love the OG Bay Local and probably need to visit there again to be reminded of why we fell in love in the first place, but the location on General Booth... hard to beat, especially being so close. Another positive is the food quantity, quality, and price for what you are getting. Sure, almost every food establishment had to raise their price, but Bay Local seem to be very reasonable, ESPECIALLY for what you get. I know several other places that have good food, but you are paying several dollars more for what Bay Local offers that is similar (in some cases) but not slacking on portion control and quality. That is huge! Bay Local is a "well-oiled machine" with management, staff, and operations (not their first rodeo). The staff are attentive, friendly, fast in service, including fixing anything that may not have been correct, and still hold the quality of what they offer. Congrats to a great establishment, and it will remain on the top slots of our brunch list! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Power bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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To start, when you walk in, it looks so much smaller than it is. The vibe is so chic and trendy. It really feels like a place for everyone, you could come in dressed in shorts and a t shirt or a nice dress. It's upscale casual, which is perfect for literally any time! The portions are HUGE and the drinks are phenomenal. I had a specialty latte & let me tell you- worth. It! we came for brunch this visit but I cannot wait to go back for dinner. They were busy but hustling, not a long wait at all even though it was a Sunday during prime time. The waitresses were attentive & fast paced. Everyone worked as a team so no one was forgotten which was great. 10/10 recommend & I cannot wait to go back. This location does have tight parking and because the location is a little small, accommodating large groups seemed to be possible but with a wait & a little tricky. Best bet would be to call ahead for groups larger than 4 & be patient while waiting. Bar area is first come first serve (there's 2 bar locations, one central dining and one small one in the back of house). Come in hungry & ready to be kind to wait staff as they are totally kicking butt at their service game! :) read more

Bay Local Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Large place with many windows, very inviting. Seated quickly dispute being packed. Smelled so good upon entering. Friendly staff and comfy seating. We tried many delicious items and none of them disappointed. Tried two versions of the Sammie, one as described in the menu and one with all bacon and eggs over medium which was wonderful with each bite. Breakfast shots were so yummy!!!! Lobster Eggs Bennie fantastic. French toast was perfect. The perfect breakfast. read more

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Great, delicious food- huge portions, beautiful set up in the restaurant. FYI- there's an automatic 18% gratuity added to your check. Thankfully, we had a great server who was very attentive. We will definitely be back! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Salmon bennie with cheese grits. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I just love love Bay Local and decided to go for their Saturday happy hour since i had a late start to my day 3-5. My favorite apps are half priced and my favorite Raspberry sorbet mosa is a great price as well. I always get good service and the food is always good. read more

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A nice option if grabbing brunch/lunch if you're in the Red Mill area or before or after visiting Owl Creek Landing, Adventure Park or the Aquarium especially if you want to avoid the summer chaos at the oceanfront. Parking isn't as challenging as it's located in the parking lot area of a strip mall. So if their lot is full, you can easily park in the general shopping lot. Food is great and plentiful! There is an abundance of seating inside and they do offer outside seating. It gets extremely busy so either come really early or at least an hour prior to closing. It gets quite loud inside, so if you're looking for a calm, quiet atmosphere probably aim to dine outside. I ordered their wings appetizer as my entree and added some parmesan tater tots. Wings were fantastic, crispy and filling. I asked for buffalo flavor and a side of old bay . The wings are a fairly good size! I ended up eating 4 of the 10 wings and was full. They do have 3 locations - shore drive (closer to lynnhaven inlet), laskin (closer to oceanfront ) and general booth location (closer to Sandbridge). I feel like this is their largest location. read more

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Have tried this brunch spot several times and really want to like it. If you can get past the noise level then you will be impressed by the delicious food. We were a party of 5 and were seated next to a VERY loud party of 8. We suffered through the noise only to have a second large party seated on the other side. We eventually moved outside to the patio to be able to enjoy our meal and conversation. The location needs to do something to reduce the noise level. It can't be good for the servers to be exposed to those levels daily. read more

One of the my favorite restaurants in Virginia Beach. There is a great vibe here - it is very bright, updated, and clean. They have good brunch deals and live music. I ordered the Fried Chicken BLT. It seems simple on the menu under the BLT section, but this sandwich is great. It is a big portion and a big piece of chicken on the sandwich. Paired with the regular BLT ingredients, made it a great sandwich. The fries were excellent too. They were similar to a potato wedge in texture, but more of a fry instead of a wedge, which I liked. They have an excellent seasoning. Overall an excellent spot for breakfast, lunch, or brunch. Would recommend and will return. read more

Bay Local Eatery - FC BLT - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

11.7.2022 Shore Drive Location Server Holly was friendly, attentive, and all-around fantastic. When our tots came out cold, she was super fast to bring us fresh, steaming hot ones. Great local vibe and excellent food. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Ebb Tide - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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It was time to eat and I had no idea where to go. My Bestfriend said she wanted a waffle and to sit outside so I headed to the Yelp Search to see where we could go. There were a lot of places in the immediate area, however, the pictures from Bay Local drew me in and the reviews absolutely sold me on making this our brunch option. Bay Local was easy to find and the 6.8 mile ride wasn't bad at all. We pulled in, found a parking spot, and headed inside. The hostess was at the stand and greeted us with a bright smile. I advised we needed a table of 3 and added my name to the list. She advised it was about a 45 minute wait and I didn't mind waiting. As we waited, we sat outside in the seating area. The ambiance is very casual and the bench style seating coupled with the archway adds such a cozy feeling to the exterior atmosphere of Bay Local. About 30 min into my 45 min wait my table was ready. We headed in and were immediately taken to our seats. The inside ambiance is amazing. Super vibrant, great use of space, and a beautiful use of plant, art, and lighting design. Cursing the menu made me smile as the options are so enticing and there was nothing I didn't want to try. lol. The hostess was super sweet and arrived at our table within moments of being seated. She welcomed us in, took our drink orders, and allowed us time to cruise the menu further. Guess What... They have Sweet Tea!!!! I was sooooooo excited. lol. Once she was back, we were ready to place our order. I decided on the Buttermilk Pancakes with Bacon for my meal and I was in anticipation for what was to come as everyone's food around me looked and smelled amazing. The Arrival... The food comes and oh. my. gosh!!!! Talk about an Eyegasmmmmm. The playing is superb. The smells make your stomach do flips, and as they place the plate in front of you, your heart begins to smile. Pancakes: Buttery. Soft. Perfectly made. Perfect flavor profile. Pillowy. Filling. Addictive. Bacon (4 pcs): Meaty. Great texture. Crunchy on the edges. Soft in the middle. Listen to meeeeeeeeeeee. I love it hereeeeeeeeeee. You can Bay Local me anytime I'm in Virginia Beach. This is my newfound Happy Place. Thank you, Bay Local. You have a friend in me. read more

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Came here on a Sunday , after finding out another restaurant would be a 2 hr wait , It was me abs my mom's first time here . My friend that stays down there came along as well . The Ambience of the restaurant is cute and cozy but definitely gets cramped . Had about a 30 min wait . The food is really good which big portions. I would definitely come back . read more

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California brought east with a southern twist! Lots of space to accommodate all the people and we got lucky with only a 2 min wait. We prepared for the average 45 as other reviews noted. Fast drink service. My Bloody Mary was a bit on the light side but heavy on the pepper. Oysters were freshly cooked and clean. Grits were the way I liked them, not soupy so that was first to be eaten. Never even got to the potatoes but luckily we were a group and nothing was left over. My friends got the avocado toast, bacon, coffees, and crab cake Bennies with tots! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Spicy Bloody Mary, Diet Pepsi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Our last meal at the beach and we went to this eatery/restaurant. It did not disappoint. We got seated in less than 15 minutes for a Sunday brunch hour. I had the hazelnut latte - OMG so good. The one gal had the spicy Bloody Mary and she gave it a thumbs up. Food was fresh and so good. I had the crab cake Bennie with tater totes - Devoured it. The other gals had avocado toast and just right. Definitely a must come back! read more

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One of our fave brunch spots. The selection for brunch is plenty from lunch sandwiches and salads to breakfast waffles, omelettes and more. The coffee is good as well as the cocktail selections. The tots here are crispy and delicious, probably one of my faves. Anything you get here is delicious. The ambiance is nice - bright and clean. The staff is friendly. Be sure to check out this local spot! read more

My wife and I stopped by Bay Local for breakfast and split the Big AL--it was fantastic, with some of the best gravy I've had at a restaurant. The staff was very friendly, and the atmosphere inside is bright and lively, making it a great spot to start the day. Prices are also quite reasonable for the quality of food and service. The only downside was that an 18% gratuity was automatically added to our bill. I understand it for large parties, but since it was just the two of us, it felt unnecessary. I was planning to tip anyway, but I prefer not to have it forced. Overall, though, the food and experience were excellent, and I'd recommend Bay Local for a tasty breakfast. read more

Very chic as soon,as you walk in the door. Nice, clean and modern decor. Got seated right away, and service was spot on. I ordered the "Light Tower" omelet. I am a dipper so I opt to have the hollandaise sauce on the side. Plus I really like to taste my food. It normally comes with fries or tots, but since I have soy allergies they we're kind enough to change it up for grits, and English muffin. I couldn't go without my bacon. Lol Honestly, they we're truly kind to do this for me! The experience, food and hospitality will have me coming back for sure! And definitely and as one of my favorite place! read more

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Probably my favorite location for Bay local. The inside is casual, bright, and welcoming. It was very festive and loud while we had brunch but I enjoyed the ambiance nonetheless. I had the One Love breakfast which offered a variety of options. So for those of us that want a little of everything, this is the perfect dish. I had my eggs over hard with their Parmesan tots, roasted avocado, salad, tortillas and a scoop of their chicken salad. I was so full, by the end I took home the chicken salad and greedily inhaled it as a snack later. This speaks volumes as I am not a leftovers kind of gal! Would definitely come back here for a boozy brunch and overall good times. read more

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Amazing food once again. The French toast had a unique texture and feel to it. Was soft to the touch and held up to the plethora of syrup that was poured on to it. The sausage was amazing. I was very jealous of a couple of my co workers meals that both looked and smelled amazing in its self. The customer service was still great. The staff was friendly and kind. I will gladly recommend this place to anyone. read more

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I've been a fan of Bay Local since the opening of their first location on Shore Drive. Today they have three locations with there newest on General Booth that I dined at today for lunch. Parking is challenging nearby when busy. However there are plenty of overflow behind them. The lot and walk up was tidy. My wife and I were greeted by a hostess and provided menus. Our waitress rolled up to our interior table with water and a reserve bottle. The atmosphere is open with lots of nautical items. The owner Adrian is a huge outdoorsman. His wife Whitney is the fabulous decorator of all three locations. The interior is divided up into three sections. All seating is table and chairs. The main bar is up front with restrooms. There is a small bar in the rear in operation on weekends. The exterior areas is where they really shine. The front has major seating space. The back has a nice area with a small bar operating on weekends when busy enough, which is often. There is also corn hole and other fun games. Orders were taken and my wife got a burger with side of their famous tots dusted with Parmesan. I got the ten Parmesan wings app which is large enough for lunch size. Our waitress was friendly and smiled. The main issue with indoor seating is the noise. With around 50% capacity occupied it was almost unbearable. So do consider outdoors if noise bothers you. Our food hit the table by a runner in around 15 minutes. Everything looked great, but they forgot my request for additional napkins request when I ordered. The wings are a wee bit messy. My wife enjoyed her burger and tots. The burger was cooked to her specifications. My wings were phenomenal with two blue cheese tubs. A side of carrots and celery is included. Checkout was timely on a hand held machine. They do an automatic 18% tip with customers having the ability to add an additional 3,5,7% or leave as is. Prior to departing I utilized the men's room which was tidy. I would recommend and return. read more

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I have been here twice and each time my experience was amazing. We were seated immediately each time so no long waits even though they were busy. It's really cute in there - great ambiance. The food was amazing each time. And the waitress was attentive. Looking forward to going back again soon. read more

My husband and I went for a yummy weekend breakfast before the crowds arrived. We've eaten here several yummy times, but this is my first review. It was a little loud, but I wore my earbuds on "aware" and it was fine. My husband ordered the breakfast wrap and I had the kitchen sink (that's the name of the dish!). ;). Both were delicious and an abundant amount of food. We both couldn't finish our meals. read more

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Not really sure where to even start. When we arrived they were extremely welcoming of my dog and were happy to have her. We sat outside there was good vibes and fans to control temperature. Drinks were great, water didn't taste like it came out of a creek. And then the food..... I at fist thought that this was going to be one of those overpriced brunch places. I was terribly wrong. This is hands down the best brunch I've had in my entire life, even the bread that came on the side was absurdly good. I can't say enough good things about this place definitely is going to be a regular spot for us now! Staff was phenomenal as well very attentive and kind! read more

Bay Local Eatery - The just right and eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Some friends invited us for brunch at this location and we have never ate at a Bay Local Eatery before but they gave glowing recommendations so we were excited to try it out. The atmosphere was lively and full to the max. I'm not much of a drinker but when I saw they had Breakfast Shots, I just had to try. I got the Fruit Loop, Cookies & Milk, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch (not all at the same time of course) all tasty. For the main entree I got the Fried Chicken Bennie, absolutely delicious! Would definitely go back again. read more

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Nice, light refreshing decor with ample seating outside. First timer, the staff was super friendly . Lots of good choices. I had the Jamaican Rum french toast that was rustic and delicious. Drinks were great- too full for dessert read more

Excellent service, amazing food & drink selection with great flavor, and beachy chice ambiance. Loved it and will return! Highly recommend! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Big Al breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The food was delish and the servers were kind. Outdoor seating was very nice and included fans to keep flies away which was a nice touch. Loved the drink options and will have to try more of them. Definitely coming back read more

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This is a very busy place! The menu is a little overwhelming but there's plenty of things to pick from. The pricing is more on the higher side but there's plenty food is not just regular food. If you are looking for a higher scale breakfast and don't mind a lot of noise this might be your place. The servers are very kind and helpful with suggestions and I enjoyed their decor. I will return but I will look at the menu before I get there so I can decide what I'm in the mood for. read more

What a beautiful restaurant. My first time here but definitely not my last. The restaurant is currently decorated for Christmas and over 90% of the decor I would've picked for my own home. Having said that, I think they have impeccable taste. We were greeted immediately upon entering the restaurant and even though there were plenty of patrons, we were seated on the spot. I was not prepared for the yumminess that we all enjoyed (party of 4). My daughter and I started with mimosas (strawberry and pomegranate) and they were both delicious but I preferred the pomegranate one. Can't wait to try some of the other flavors. My daughter ordered the avocado toast, I ordered their candied pecan French toast bites platter with a side of Parmesan tater tots. The amount of bites that came on that platter is intimidating. Three of us picked at it the whole time we were there and I still had enough leftover for an average portion. My husband ordered the crab cake bennie and my son-in-law got the po-boy. Everything was crazy delicious. If you are looking for a great spot for a get together that offers amazing food, this is the place. The vibe is so mellow and easy going yet a bit more upscale than your average hangout. read more

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I've been to this Bay Local twice, and first time was for to-go, the second was dine in. (Disclaimer: They don't do to-go when they're busy so don't get surprised if they refuse.) The to-go experience was good. I ordered the Jamaican Rum French toast and the Breakfast Burrito for my bf. I've had the Jamaican Rum French Toast from the other location and the one I got here was just as good, but they forgot to put the fruit cup in my box. The Breakfast Burrito was super value because of the size. The ingredients were fresh too. However, the chips that came with it were too hard. The dine-in experience was meh. The service was good but the fried food was too spicy. I ordered the special: Soft-Shell Crab Bennie with parmesan tater tots, and my bf ordered the Bay Local Bennie. The batter for their fried items (Soft-Shell Crab from my bennie and Oysters from my bf's ) were too spicy and salty. My bf couldn't eat his oysters cuz he can't eat spicy at all. Although I'm okay with spiciness, I probably would order something else if I know it was spicy cuz it was 7am and I wanted something with lighter spice. The tater tots had no parmesan cheese but at least it was hot and crunchy. The Soft-Shell crab itself was fresh, just didn't like the batter. Overall my experience was mid, I'll probably come back for the French toast but probably not the other stuff. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Soft-shell Crab Bennie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Looks like I have a new favorite dish at Bay Local. I ordered the Lobster Benny (eggs benedict) and it was the most delicious meal I've had at Bay Local! I usually get the crab cake benny, but this one takes the cake! It comes with 2 small lobster rolls filled with buttery garlicky goodness and topped with a poached egg and hollandaise sauce and fresh dill. My side was parmesean tots and it paired so well! My dish was only about $23 which I think is wonderful, given how much lobster rolls usually are. The lobster benny is unfortunately a special so I'm not sure how much longer it'll be on the menu. We also got a hazelnut latte which was really good and balanced (I like my coffees sweet but not TOO sweet). My friends got chicken and waffles and blueberry pancakes and loved their dishes as well. Our server Natalie was amazing and checked on us often. She was very accommodating to our large group size. There were plenty of other servers that assisted our table as well in regard to refills or taking up used/dirty plates. We went to the location on general booth and this was my first time going back since the summer and it was still pretty packed and busy (on a Saturday morning)! The restaurant, food and service is always great. It's one of my favorite places for brunch and it never disappoints :) read more

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I love the layout and decor at the new Bay Local Eatery location. The food was mediocre in comparison to the price. We had a few strict diets in our group so there was a request to alter certain items on the menu. This request is done graciously but with an a la carte charge. I ordered the Sammie which l was thrilled to eat but was unable to finish it. About halfway through the sandwich I bit into a piece of wax paper that is used to divide cheese in packaging. I had trust issues with the remainder of my bites thinking l was biting something else that was not edible. It was a fair visit as l am a fan of other locations but this time around l was not impressed with the served food. read more

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Came on a Saturday morning around 11am. Since it was just me, I was seated immediately! Can definitely tell it was starting to get busier when I left around noon. I got freshly-squeezed orange juice and the Big Al (biscuit with sausage gravy), parmesan tater tots, and scrambled eggs. Solid food, nothing to brag home about, but for the price point; nice option. Be aware there's an automatic gratuity fee on your ticket. I would come back! I will say that my server(s) didn't come around to check on me much, but that is not something I mind too much, only if I'm trying to pay and get out of there. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Freshly squeezed orange juice and water - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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While waiting for my nail appointment, I decided to come to this place because it was literally right in the same parking lot complex. I'm so glad I did. That atmosphere was absolutely amazing. The service was top-tier. I sat at the bar and the bartender was super sweet and the food was so good. Definitely a great spot to go to for breakfast lunch and dinner. read more

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Still one of our favorite brunch places! Today we both enjoyed Soft shell crab Benedict, a delicious treat. Accompanied by choice of home fries, cheesy grits or potato tots. Classic meal, served promptly. Waitress friendly and attentive, definitely recommend! Note: 18% gratuity automatically added to bill; waitress did inform us in advance. Not a big fan of mandatory "Tips" but I can live with it. Personally I'd rather see wages be appropriate for servers and do away with tipping. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Crab bene - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

My husband and I had brunch here last weekend and it was great. The staff were very attentive. I had the light house omelet with Parmesan tots. My Bloody Mary was perfect. I will definitely return. read more

Good food with huge servings! Come here with an appetite because this spot is sure to give you a large serving. French toast was actual French bread and was tasty. We stopped by on a Friday for brunch and there was about a 30 min wait. They have some outdoor seating but it can get a little toasty. Overall: this spot was yummy but crowded. I would consider revisiting in the off season! read more

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Server was great, she made sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant was very nice and i loved the ambiance. They food did not take long and it was delicious. We even had a few drinks and they were tasty also. I would definitely go again. read more

Bay Local Eatery - The "just right" (shrimp and grits) and the "Sammie" (bacon egg and cheese croissant with tots. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Had lunch today and had a small issue with our order, nothing of any magnitude. The staff and managers went over the top to take us from pretty happy to a wow moment! Great food but even better staff read more

Everything was great! Service, hot food, and seated immediately outside on this beautiful spring day. Thank you! read more

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My daughter and I decided to have breakfast at Bay Local Eatery on a Friday morning around 10:30am and the first thing I noticed was how packed this place was. Thankfully, we were able to be seated right away. As we sat down and looked over the menu, the noise from the people was very loud, we could barely hear ourselves talk. I started with the Mango Sorbet Mimosa which was very good. I knew I wanted an omelette with crab and veggies so our wonderful waitress suggested I order the Chicks Beach Delight Omelette (which is their veggie omelette) and add crab, so I did just that and also asked for Hollandaise sauce on top! I also chose the Parmesan Garlic Tater Tots as my side. The food came out very quickly and listen...my omelette was AMAZING!!! There was an abundant amount of lump crab in my omelette and all the veggies were fresh and delicious! The Parmesan Tater Tots also tasted wonderful! My daughter ordered the Fried Biscuit with her meal and when I tasted it, I had to order more. The Fried Biscuit was tossed in cinnamon sugar and topped with powdered sugar, it tasted like a churro biscuit! Absolutely amazing! Needless to say, we didn't have any food to take home because we cleaned our plates, the food was delicious. The staff was also extremely helpful and very personable. I overheard the manager mentioning the noise issue and how they are in talks of fixing it in the near future but overall, I plan to return ASAP! read more

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