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    Downtown cafe

    4.2 (106 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Classic Turkey Club
    Taylor V.

    I was doing some shopping in the area but wanted to start the day with a good meal. We stopped by here. The place is small, but there was plenty of seating when we showed up at 10 am Sunday morning. The staff were very nice and friendly and they came by several times to make sure we had what we needed. I ordered a turkey club sandwich with a side of fries. My friend ordered the classic eggs Benedict. I was craving a turkey club and this was so good, I might have to stop in again soon just to order it. My friend liked her eggs Benedict, she said the hollandaise sauce had really good flavor.

    Classic Eggs Benedict
    Nina M.

    Showed up on a Sunday morning for late morning brunch and was worried that it would be packed, but there was plenty of tables open. I can see how they can get busy since, they have about two tables outside and maybe 8-10 inside. Be warned it was in the 40s outside and it felt just the same inside! The staff was extremely friendly and we got seated right away. Their menu is pretty extensive with many options. I ordered the classic eggs benedicts and was happy with the choice. The portions are large, the potatoes were delicious and not overcooked! What I really liked is that the hollandaise sauce had a nice lemony flavor! Their coffee was the only thing I would not get again. When we left it felt like the whole staff including the kitchen staff said goodbye to us :)

    service was great! prices are good as well, food came out quick and was delicious. A small spot but definitely recommend if you want some great breakfast.

    Downtown combo French toast

    Continues to be a great place for breakfast or lunch. Many selections, absolutely great service. Very friendly and accommodating.

    Downtown Cafe's Manager (green shirt), and waitress (in black). And an empty restaurant, for seemingly obvious reasons.

    Second time going, after the first experience felt lacking; both due to the food preparation, and service. But since there aren't many family style restaurants in the area -- I decided to give the spot another try about (4) months later. Regretful decision. Orded a simple mixed-berry waffle combo & asked that my eggs be prepared "fried hard". Why were the eggs literally jiggling, as the waitress set the plate down? She even noticed, but tried to walk away anyhow. I politely requested the eggs be prepped correctly, but kept the waffle. BTW: there's a $2 upcharge for fruit (which is common). But, why did my plate only come with EXACTLY (8) blueberries and the equivalent of 1.5 sliced strawberries?? To make matters worse, the waitress returned my plate with still runny egg yolks -- which I didn't eat, as I don't eat runny eggs. The biggest issue, besides the ill-prepared simple breakfast, was the attitude of the heavily-tattooed flamboyant guy managing the place. As the waitress explained to him why I was sending my plate back, he would look over at me / my table -- flailing his hands with a look of disgust. And at this point, I was the only one on that side of the little restaurant, so there was no mistaking the vibes. To cap it off, he later comes over to my table, literally leaning over my plate to arrogantly explain the 'fruity issue' (pun intended). I'd had enough, and asked him to give me some space, the bill, and a 'to go' box. A mild argument ensued, where he tried to belittle me by asking how long I've been in California, to not understand the price of fruit -- claiming "I've been here for (7) years, so even I know..." Buddy: I'm born & raised "Cali". But your attitude, lack of professionalism, and an inability to get a simple breakfast right are the real issues. I explained how this was my 2nd--and likely, last--time coming; to which he arrogantly suggested it should be. (If we were 'on the streets' this is the kind of behavior that might get you smacked in the mouth.) My suggestion: go to the Lighthouse Cafe (literally only a block away) for your Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, snacks...whatever. But "Caveat emptor" (may the buyer beware) if you choose to eat at this establishment. Not only is the food prep an issue, but the flamboyant arrogance of the little manager guy officially ensured I'll never patronize the Downtown Cafe EVER again. Interesting enough: I also haven't had a conflict with anyone regarding services--for at least (4+) years. Way to go, guy. No wonder the place was almost empty, when there's already very few eateries around.

    Steak and egg very flavorful
    Yanira A.

    Food never disappoints me, good food and great service . Ambience very good as well this is the spot for good food

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    Liam C.

    Well my first time here. Pittsburgh's a little bit out of the way but I like to go to some nearby places sometimes.. nice little downtown area. Comfortable atmosphere relaxed. First of all probably the best coffee I've had anywhere very delicious I don't know what kind it is but I like it I wanted to get some more to go Was initially disappointed because it didn't have biscuits and gravy, the only thing that had gravy was the chicken fried steak and I wasn't going to try that it looked a little bit too heavy. I had the bacon and eggs with a country potatoes. The potatoes were delicious perfect cooked right. The eggs were okay bacon nice portions I like mine cooked a little more though. I asked for sourdough bread toast and it wasn't toasted so I was a little bit curious about that. But it worked. Staff was nice and attentive and I like the ambiance Have a nice diverse menu a lot of selections for a place that small I would recommend it

    Emanuel L.

    Decided to get out for some breakfast and tried the new cafe. You seat yourself & wait. The server was engaged in convo w/the cook & closing a tab so it took a couple mins to get a menu. There's quite a bit to choose from. I went w/a waffle combo. Waffle was fluffy & moist inside but could have used some crunch on the exterior. The berries were good. Over-medium eggs were cooked nicely, a minute longer would've been perfect for me. I asked for bacon but also got a sausage. The bacon was cooked nicely but it had that off aftertaste found in some bacon. It didn't ruin the meal, it's just one of those things that you get from time to time. Overall it was a good meal.

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    I ordered a chicken chef salad. This was the best salad I've eaten in a long time lots of chicken lots of bacon perfectly well made.

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    The food was nice and hot, it was also fresh and delicious. I had the eggs en potatoes the egg ben were crab meat

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    Is there wifi and if so is it work friendly? Would love to grab food and study at the same time

    Hi good afternoon we do provide WiFi only ask your server and sometimes the staff in the back may have music on but we can tell them to lower the music for you

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Hi we do have gluten free options like or delicious seafood Cobb salad or chicken Cobb salad salmon salad or veggie omelet also We have steak and fish we also have fruit for… Read more

    What time is it less busy on the weekend? Thinking about coming later today.....

    Hi it’s not busy before 9:0” am and after 1:00 pm

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    3.3
    (1.1k reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    I'm so disappointed to write this review, but Monica's has been declining over the past few years…read more At this price point, the food shouldn't feel thrown together. Attention to detail seems to be lacking, especially with to-go orders, so be sure to check your bag before you leave. My French toast breakfast was missing the French toast, and they also forgot most of the condiments. To make matters worse, no one answers the phone, making it impossible to get the issue resolved. In this economy, when you spend more than $200 on breakfast for your family, you expect better service, better food quality, and an order that's complete. Unfortunately, this experience did not match the quality I expected.

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    Alaskan Cod Fish & Chips Tempura battered, French fries, house-made tartar sauce & lemon
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