Cucina Rustica

Every time we come here, we receive great service and enjoy excellent food in a clean and welcoming…read moreenvironment. The waitresses are always friendly, attentive, and informative, and hearing them describe the daily specials always makes my mouth water. Even when there's a wait, it's absolutely worth it. Since we don't live in the area, visiting this restaurant feels like a special treat for my wife and me.

This is the new hot spot for breakfast in the area. The owner gave a well needed face lift to the…read moreexterior & the interior also. The interior looks great & refreshing. The restaurant is very clean. I've met the owner twice as he tries to get around the diningroom before you leave to make sure your experience was a good one & personally thank you. I feel that in itself makes a big difference in quality control & guaranteeing he is hearing his customers & perhaps can make changes before it becomes a business-changing problem. (Sometimes a few bad reviews spread like wildfire & changing rumors back to the truth can hurt the bottom line). There is a delightful waitress you'll be glad to have serve you if you are lucky enough to be seated at her table. "Grandma (name)?" is a very happy way to start your day. She knows the menu well & can make you smile on your worse days. The menu has plenty to choose from & the portions sizes..epic! Eggs Benedict is 3 egg size. Pancakes & French toast orders are enough for today & tomorrow without adding eggs or meat. But their prices are similar to other places lessor size plates. There is an ramp at the entrance for those with mobility issues. There are a couple of handicap spots too. I do not know if the restrooms are wheelchair friendly as I didn't check it out yet. Even on a packed Sunday morning, the kitchen was quick moving the food out.. the waitress was right on top of refills too. Definitely worth stopping in & giving it a try but bring your appetite. Eating like a bird, I think, is frowned upon.

Cool spot for business cards

With biscuits n gravy

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Jefferson Boulevard Diner

4.3(123 reviews)

3.7 mi

Only had breakfast there one morning while traveling. It…read morecame across as a working class establishment that was clean, served good food, and had a friendly staff. The prices were reasonable and the service was quick. I would visit again if ever in the area.

Nice little diner. We went for a late breakfast but by the time we arrived it was lunch time!…read moreLuckily I could still get breakfast while my SO got lunch. Win-win. Seat yourself at the counter or in one of the 6 booths. Daily specials are posted both ends of the counter. Menus are on the table. A waitress came right over with napkins and flatware and took a drink order. Coffee, tea, soda, water, etc. Half & half is on the table along with salt & pepper. Breakfast includes omlettes, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches and egg breakfasts. I chose the #6 eggs with corned beef hash, breakfast potatoes and toast. I asked if the hash was house made and told yes. Based on my experience with canned corned beef, I'm thinking their 'Helen's heavenly hash' is very similar. The eggs were cooked very well. The potatoes tasty. Toast comes buttered. There are plenty of sandwich options on the lunch menu with or without fries. My SO chose a fully loaded Philly cheese steak. It's a good size sandwich and I am told it's tasty. The fries are crispy outside, fluffy inside. Everything was served nice and hot. Our server was new and she did a good job. A small ladies room is inside at the end of the counter while a men's room is outside. Feels like a diner this small could have two unisex restrooms instead of making customers go outside in the cold. Plenty of parking in their private lot. As with all true diners I've been to, the entrance is a couple steps up.

Photo in the middle is the owner's mother who started the diner 53 years ago.

Phili cheese steak w/fries. Good fries.

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A nice hot coffee!! delicious

Cranston Diner

3.4(51 reviews)

3.6 mi

This is your standard breakfast place with all the things you'd expect-eggs, waffles, pancakes,…read moreomelets. Service was friendly and quick. We timed it so we didn't have a big wait but would definitely recommend going before 9 am on the weekend as we did. When we left around 10 it was packed with folks lined up for seating. Parking is okay, plenty of spots before the rush. The interior is clean and very classic diner atmosphere. Single seating at the breakfast bar. Good little place to grab a breakfast bite.

BEST EGGS BENEDICT. I have yet to have a better eggs benny. Service is always friendly,…read moreestablishment is clean and they handle peak brunch hours with ease.

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Irish Benedict

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Greg's Breakfast Restaurant

4.6(16 reviews)

0.8 mi

I've been to Greg's a few times living very close by and the food has always been reliable. The…read moreinterior has warmed up some since my first couple of visits which I was happy to see. Service is always friendly too. The food is good, with a lot of options sure to please anyone in your party. It isn't gourmet but they get creative in their own right offering specials on top of the already extensive menu which includes plenty of Benedict's. My last visit I did feel pricing was a little high for a local breakfast spot, but it won't stop me from returning, especially since my omelette was large enough for me to have a leftover breakfast at home the next day. Overall I find Greg's to be a welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Rating: 4.3 We tried…read morethis place for brunch since it's a newer place that we haven't tried yet. It's a small breakfast diner in Cranston. It's in a small plaza and parkings are available. We were sat down immediately and were promptly taken orders. Inside is pretty typical of a diner and some seatings available. I ordered coffee and Portuguese benedict. The Portuguese benedict was pretty good. French toast like sweet Portuguese bread as a base with linguica and soft runny egg topped with hollandaise sauce. Slightly sweet and savory and definitely one of better eggs benedict I've had in RI. Home fries were crunchy and flavorful. Coffee was solid as well. Order came fairy quickly and service was good Overall the place is a solid breakfast place with good food and service. I like that this place isn't too crowded and wait time isn't crazy because a lot of other breakfast places are very busy and it's really not worth the wait. This place is a hidden gem and would come back again for breakfast. The locals seem to know the place as it seems like there are some regulars.

Bacon waffle

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879 Dyer Avenue cranston RI Greg's Breakfast restaurant

The Griddle

4.2(68 reviews)

2.4 mi

This is our favorite breakfast place. I'd go every week if we could! We have never left unsatisfied…read morein any way. Food is flavorful and plentiful. Service is always pleasant with a smile. Tanya goes above and beyond to make us feel right at home. The homey feel inside gives a nice vibe. It's small and it can be busy. So if you have to wait for a seat, expect to wait outside or in your car. Try to get a seat away from the door because it can be chilly. We've been just my immediate family and then have brought other family with us and whether a party of 3, 4 or 6, it's a nice time and a soul warming meal. I love the pancakes, their hash browns are well seasoned, homemade hash is hard to beat! Omelettes, eggs, crepes are always delish too. Coffee hot and on the spot. Give them a shot. You'll be happy (and full!)

A Very Popular spot on Plainfield Pike the Griddle can have a line out the door! An extensive menu…read moreincluding some alcoholic optioned breakfast drinks, the Griddle is worth a try. We found the service friendly but busy and the ambiance on par with other breakfast spots. I had a Burger but wished I chose a breakfast option instead. The People I was with liked there food, particularly the homemade Hash. All told I give it a 3.9

Bar

Burger with Tots

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Athena's

4.1(124 reviews)

0.7 mi

Perfect spot for a fulfilling breakfast with family! The portions are huge and half the table had…read moreleftovers. Pancakes and French toast were delicious. Service was good too, no wait for a table on a Friday morning. Casual atmosphere and ample parking in the lot.

Great spot for breakfast! We hadn't been here before but my mom has. When we got here it was busy,…read morebut there were open tables (my mom said this, too - it's consistently busy. It you never have to wait!). The service was very good and quick, they had great coffee, and the food was fast and delicious. The portions are very large, so be prepared to take some home with you! We'll definitely be back!!

Hashed browns

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Breakfast burrito!

Uncle Mike’s Diner

4.5(49 reviews)

4.9 mi

Uncle Mike's Diner a hidden gem tucked along Mineral Spring Ave in North Providence, RI was such a…read moregreat find thanks to Whatdidyoueattodaysir Giving classic old school diner energy, packed with locals & comfort food that hits the spot. We stopped in over the weekend & had the pleasure of having Audra take care of us. I went with my usual omelette while he had an egg sandwich, both super tasty. The surprise stars? The baked beans & baked apple side The apples tasted just like warm apple pie filling straight from grandma's kitchen time machine. Needless to say we left full, happy, & carrying leftovers home like little victory trophies They serve breakfast all day everyday along with lunch & dinner plus some great specials that make your wallet breathe easy. also don't forget to try the grape nut pudding its to die for! #RhodeIslandEats #ProvidenceFoodie #BreakfastLovers #DinerFood #FoodieFinds

Another Saturday morning, another RI Food Fights adventure & this time the road led us straight to…read moreUncle Mike's Diner in North Providence. We have been here several times & it feels like the kind of diner you grew up going to: cozy seating, familiar faces & that unmistakable "welcome home" energy the moment you walk through the door. For the #BestBreakfastSandwich, I ordered the grilled English muffin with sausage, American cheese & egg. Hubby selected the Western (ham, onions, peppers & cheese). We couldn't not order the absolutely delicious & HUGE side helping of home fries. The breakfast sandwiches were hearty & satisfying. You can tell they rely on fresh, local ingredients where they can because the flavors pop in that unpretentious, "this is real food" kind of way. The home fries had this gorgeous grilled crisp on top that made it impossible not to eat every single bite! The service was friendly & warm, where everyone seems happy to be there & they treat you like a regular, even if it is your first visit. My favorite part: when our lovely server came over with a to-go coffee container & said that it was part of the coffee service. Hubby was so happy! Uncle Mike's Diner is a solid stop when you want quick, tasty comfort food without pretense. It checks all the diner boxes with hearty plates, warm service & an atmosphere that makes you slow down just a little. NOM NOM NOM #YUM

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West Side Diner

3.9(301 reviews)

2.7 mi•West End

Went to the West Side Diner with some friends to catch up over breakfast. The diner is so cute and,…read moresince we had a larger party (7), they took us to the back room and I was surprised how big the diner actually is! It's not just the little train car diner that you see when you first walk in! The host and waitress that we had were very kind and accommodating to our larger party. The menu had so many options for both breakfast and lunch! It definitely has something for everyone. Overall, a cute little breakfast diner with good food and service!

Stopped by this past Saturday and very glad that we did…read more This place was the perfect breakfast spot that helped escape the wintery aftermath of the snowstorm. Lots of options and all were terrific. My group had the pulled pork omelette, crab cakes Benedict and I had the stuffed french toast along with a side of hash. The hash was homemade and a perfect balance of potatoes and corned beef. Add fantastic coffee, bloody mary's and great service and you have a spot that I will return to again and again!

Inside of the retro diner part

Mini omelet on a toasted bagel

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The Cozy Grill

4.5(303 reviews)

3.9 mi

I can't believe I only just now discovered this spot :) My friend and I were lucky/smart and…read morechecked it out on a Friday morning instead of a weekend. When we arrived there was parking available and no wait, but by the time we left, the tables were pretty full as was the parking lot. The Cozy Grill is quite literally cozy inside... the menu features breakfast classics but also an impressive Benedicts menu. I'm a Benny girl through and through so this was very appealing to me. I tried their most popular option, the Fig, Prosciutto, and Goat Cheese. It sounds like a bizarre combination for Eggs Benny, but let me tell you, it really works! I was very happy with my choice. The home fries were also quite good. My friend had eggs and corned beef hash. She is a huge fan of corned beef hash and was really impressed by how it was served (more elegantly than is typical). I, never having had corned beef hash in my life, tasted hers and thought it was really good! All in all, I'm so glad I finally discovered this spot. I can see why it's so popular and can imagine much longer lines on the weekends. Arrive early for your best chances at parking :)

My son and I have been coming here over the last 25 years. It has consistently had tasty GOOD food…read moreand been upgraded with spritely decor throughout the years as well. It's always a COZY spot and you'll meet lots of locals who celebrate the warmth & camaraderie. Customer service is always THE BEST!

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Buffalo chicken Benedict

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Harriet's Kitchen

4.0(126 reviews)

0.4 mi

Harriet's is always so consistent. I got the eggs Benedict today ($14) and they let me equally…read moresubstitute beans instead of home fries. The eggs were cooked perfectly with the yolk slowly oozing out. The hollandaise sauce and ham were tasty. The beans came out in a regular side portion, which was huge. The service was a little slower today, but not too bad and the staff was friendly.

My friend and I came here on a Friday morning and it was at about 50% capacity. The parking lot was…read morealmost full, but we scored a great spot. My friend had come here before and boasted about their portion sizes, and he was not wrong. I ordered the #10, Harriet's Humdinger, and it was packed with sweet and savory and was enough to easily serve two people. It had eggs (2), bacon (5 slices), toast (2), home fries, French toast (1), and pancakes (2). The eggs were cooked just how I wanted them, the bacon was cooked to the perfect crispiness and the most slices I have ever gotten at a breakfast place, the toast was a bit over toasted but Harriet's has been forgiven, and the home fries were delicious because of the flavor but also because of the different textures - soft, crunchy, slightly chewy. The French toast was simple but so good, and the pancakes were fluffy and massive. The inside is nice, and lots of natural light coming in. It was decorated with St. Patrick's Day stuff, I appreciated the small details. Our waitress was very attentive and charismatic and did a good job of coming around the perfect amount of times.