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    Downtown Cafe

    4.5 (349 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Corned beef hash
    Amy B.

    I swear I've written a review for this place, but when I checked, nothing showed up. It's been a long time since I've eaten here, and the food was really good. A bit on the pricey side, but well worth the few extra dollars. I was here early on a Sunday morning and I was one of the few people in here, so it was easy to get a seat. Menu's pretty decent and the server was fantastic; one of the better one's I've had in some time. Anyway, I went with the corned beef hash and it was really good. Fresh off the grill hot and well presented. Bill was about $17 before tip, and I enjoyed my time here. It's located right next to Sargent appliance off old town road near the library, so it was reasonably easy to find. Parking was okay, a bit tight but my car isn't that huge, so it was a bit easier to get in and out. Will be back at some point in the future.

    Chicken salad sandwich and fruit.
    M.A. B.

    Delightful hole in the wall - seems the clientele were all local as the staff seemed to know everyone. Chicken salad with walnuts and Michigan cherries was really good. Prompt service. Local gem.

    The Cobb
    Raymond S.

    The place is small, very small so very packed. Chances are good you will wait for a table. I had a cup of chicken noodle soup that was rather bland and an outstanding Cobb Salad that came with like a banana or carrot bread, I couldn't quite figure out what it was. Service was decent.

    Eggs Florentine with bacon.
    Jen P.

    Great breakfast / brunch place. Small cozy dining room but COLD when door opens in winter. Excellent friendly service. Fast and hot. Sit Outside in good weather! Specials looked amazing! I ordered a poached egg over hard and almost no one actually cooks it hard but it was perfect!

    Abhilash T.

    A tiny little place on Main Street but with the nicest staff. For our latest adventure, we came back to Rochester because apparently we can't get enough of it. I ordered the southwestern scramble off of the specials menu. The eggs with jalapeño and sour cream was delicious. It came with a jalapeño cheddar corn bread. That was a little dry but still had good flavor. This dish does not come with any potatoes or sides, fyi. They didn't have a kids pancake special but let us order a single pancake with chocolate chips, we also ordered a side of sausage. The pancake with chocolate chip was under $5 and even with the sausage came out to just $8. This is Rochester.. and they still know that you don't need to charge $2 to add chocolate chips to a little pancake. (I'm looking at you shine cafe of Troy). The place was filled with those that seem to frequent this place. I can't blame them, between the service and the food, I would be here often as well. Afterwards, we went across the street to the paint creek trail so I could burn off every calorie I consumed. We shall be back!

    Avocado toast
    N O.

    Love this place, good food service and environment! Outdoor seating during the summer is always nice :)

    Eggs Florentine

    Such a cute place! We have been hanging out on downtown rochester for years and never knew of this place! The food truly tastes homemade, the service is excellent! Very accommodating! 10/10 will definitely be back!

    Avacado Smash

    Had the Avacado toast...it was solid. The cooked tomato was a great add, but it made the bread a bit soggier than I like, but definitely not a big deal. Poached eggs were perfect. My daughter got the berry pancakes, which looked amazing. I wouldn't have changed anything. Overall, good prices and interesting menu. Definitely somewhere I would go back to.

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    Amazing service and a delightful ambiance. Our food was delicious! There are no misses with the menu truly!!!

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    Such a delightful breakfast and brunch spot. Everything I've ever tried is delicious! I also appreciate their carside option.

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    It's been a while since I had been to the Downtown Cafe but happy to see things have not changed... great service & yummy food!

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    3 years ago

    They have these incredibly flavorful Michigan pancakes. You don't even need syrup. They pair well with the sausage links.

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    3 years ago

    Great food and great service...we love the Michigan pancakes and we usually pair that with the Florine omelette.

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    4 years ago

    Always delish! The breakfast sandwich is buttery, bacony yumness. Will always recommend for breakfast/brunch

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    3 years ago

    Amazing food and great service. Feels like eating at grandma's. Cozy! In summer the patio gives you idea of being abroad.

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    Food is delicious! Service is friendly. Outdoor seating is great on a nice day. Indoor seating is limited but definitely worth it.

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