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    4.5 (25 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Mac and cheese

    Update from tonight: Wow. Okay at least last time we had great service this time the service was a lot worse... no refills on drinks not checking in. Just given food and then handed the bill for "when we are ready". - the hot dog bun was burnt, the hot dog was cold - kids hamburger decent - the wrap I asked for it grilled and it came out fried - the smash burger states it had 2 4oz patties, we asked for an additional patty to make 3 4oz patties no cheese and no pickles. The burger came out with pickles and 2 patties. After asking we were told that they made 1 8oz and 1 4 oz patty... they were the same size.... Will not be back especially with the service this time. Glad they put their over priced food into new menus though

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    Michael M.

    We came in within a few hours of opening so keep in mind they are just figuring things out. This is going to be a great place to stop into before hitting the beach or taking out the boat. Stock up on drinks, sandwiches and ice or drop in afterwards for a good meal and friendly staff. The restaurant may seem odd at first until you realize it's technically a convenience store because of zoning. Seating is limited due to the zoning restrictions. Pros Friendly engaged staff and owner. Elevated lunch items straight forward breakfast. More soft drink selections than you will find at any restaurant anywhere. Prepared foods, chips and drinks are ready for takeout. Beer and wine are coming once they get a permit. My burger had thick slices of beefsteak tomatoes. Good tasting meat and three onion rings on it. Cons (Again keep in mind they just opened) Your at a breakfast/brunch place, syrup, jelly, salt and pepper should be on all tables (they are still working this out). Although there was a ton of staff, service was slow even though they can only seat 35 people right now. This is a workflow issue that will improve quickly. I ordered a burger, medium rare, got a well done burger. Fries needed salt. Onion rings were refrigerator cold inside. My wife's omelette was prepared as if made by a child but tasted good. The burger bread was thick, dense and hard. A softer less expensive bun is preferred by most people. This felt like a soft opening. Many simple and obvious things were not in place but that's ok, they'll figure all that out within a day or two. Everything was clean bright and the staff was eager to please. We have high hopes for them and wish them every success!

    Colette W.

    Had an awesome time!! We come here once a year and we found our favorite breakfast spot. The pancakes were like a dessert plus the iced latte. It was simple inside, but cute and had lots of coolers of drinks. The service was great and so fast too with the nicest waitress. The only thing I had a gripe with was that I believe they used AI to make their menu . But whatever it was still awesome.

    Western omelette, home fries and the divine biscuit.
    Cheryl D.

    The best biscuits period! I've ate several things here and all were great but the biscuits are outstanding.

    Brunch Buoy with Mac & Cheese

    The food is great as usual. Service was awesome as usual. Calm and relaxed atmosphere. We'll be back.

    Crabcake eggs benedict!
    Eddie S.

    Had the rapcakes benedict. They were delicious! Selected gritty's as the side and they were also delicious!

    Eggs, grits,  sausage,  bacon toast and French toast

    Great food and service. More food than I can eat and the prices are wonderful. This is my second trip and and I'm definitely coming back

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    Great food & Great service! Whenever I have guests in town, We ALWAYS go to Compass.

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    Great food! Huge portions! Really friendly wait staff ! Clean and neat ! Quick service too!

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    absolutely delicious! fantastic staff and wonderful food! if you haven't tried them, you are missing out!

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    7 months ago

    service was fair, coffee was biter. sausage gravy was not good, way over priced , my first and last time,

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