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    Eggshack

    4.1 (65 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Loud
    Good for groups

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    Steven T.

    I like my off the beaten path dive breakfast places when I'm on the road and this one definitely lived up to that. Well it's not as divy as some places but it's not fresh looking or fancy so somewhere in the middle, it's definitely been there for a while. It's not very big and has booths along the walls with tables crammed in the center of the room. The place is very popular because the whole time I was there people came in and waited for tables and the phone never stopped with the take out orders and people were always walking in for take out. While I was there the crowd was police officers, a local pastor, family with a small child and everything in between so it has mass appeal. The menu had all the regulars and I was going to get the ham steak and eggs until I saw the country plate which is eggs, hash browns, sausage patties, and a biscuit covered in sausage gravy. When the plate hit the table I thought that I made a mistake because it was not the best looking country plate that I have been served. The eggs were good and cooked perfect with three of them. The hash browns were soft on the inside and crisped on the outside and seasoned, I like it. The sausage patties were good and flavorful, not the crappy bland kind, thank you. The biscuit was fresh and nicely browned with a nice buttery flavor that I liked as well. The sausage gravy was a little skimpy and very average at best but the tasty sausage and biscuit made up for that. My first impression of the country breakfast was completely wrong and it was actually pretty tasty and I finished the whole plate which I rarely do because I liked it and it was under $10. Overall my breakfast was solid and better than the average place and I can see why it's so busy while I was there. I would definitely go back here again with no problem but maybe at 6-7 am because at 8 am it's non stop balls to the wall.

    I ordered a jalapeno steak omelette.
    christy a.

    I read reviews about this restaurant, so I thought I'd give it a try. I called ahead to inquire of wait time for a party of 2. Since it is father's day, i wasn't sure if the lines would be out the door. A lady answered the phone, told me there is no wait time. When I pulled up to the restaurant, I didn't realized how many times I have passed this eatery. It is literally around the corner from i-57 highway. Parking was full for a Sunday morning around 9:45am. No worries, we parked in the neighborhood on the street. We were seated right away. Our server was nice. In regards to the menu, it is your typical breakfast items. I would recommend if you like to have your hashbrowns with your meal, be sure to order a meal that already has has browns that come with it. If you order the hashbrowns as a side item then, it will cost $3.19 For a Sunday morning crowd, it was quiet in terms of the diners lol As for meals, I ordered steak omelette (it came with hashbrowns and choice of bread) I opted for pancakes. The hubby ordered, cornered and hash skillet. He ordered pancakes. I did read the previous reviews and they are right, our food came out quickly! Our food was tasty. I have had better pancakes. As I was just about finish eating my meal, I was scooping the last morsel of my hashbrowns when I noticed a blue coloring substance in the hashbrowns! As I pulled it apart, I realized it is plastic and was cooked with my hashbrowns (see attached photo) I told our waitress, and she spoke to the manager on duty. They gave me $3.00 off our bill. Will I be back? It's a no for me... #lookatyourfood #beforeustarteating

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    Jeff D.

    Eggshack baby, that's where it's at!! I stopped in again after my last visit a few years ago and this place has skipped a beat! I love the option of having breakfast for lunch. I went with Denver Omelet along with Hash Browns and some toast. The service was great and the atmosphere is relaxed. They also have video poker machines upstairs if you wanna gamble a little. They also have a nice cozy bar and additional booths to sit in as well! If you live near here or pass by this place, stop in! Nice staff, fair prices and good food. Win - win!!

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    Tracy R.

    You can tell that they have good food based on the volume of customers. The service is nice and the food is quick and delicious. Ham off the bone and all. If you go on a Sunday be patient cause it seems like the whole city does. The pancakes are amazing man like seriously they hold up to syrup so well. I've also had the strip steak and it was cooked just the way I requested. Definitely a place I frequent.

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    11 months ago

    great food and great service i will go for breakfast there anytime try the fried salmon its the best

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    2 years ago

    Great family owned business. I love the roast beef omelet. Great staff also. I would definitely recommend.

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    2 years ago

    Great food and service always. Try the corn beef hash entree. It's very delightful!! I wish they stayed opened later in the afternoon!

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    3 years ago

    Great food. Great service. And reasonably priced. Location is very small though! Need to expand!

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    3 years ago

    Yuck this place used to be really good affordable and good food now it just sucks especially after they got the slot machines

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    Love this place. Friendly staff and great food! Fast service. They do curbside and just overall a 5.

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    3 years ago

    Food and service is awesome!! I definitely recommend this restaurant for breakfast and lunch!

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    7 years ago

    Great food, Great service! They always make me and my family feel comfortable. Food is quick and delicious plus being hot is a plus.

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    4 years ago

    Outstanding customer service! The omelettes, pancakes with strawberries is fantastic, as well as, the amazing shrimp and crab salad!

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    Nice place if you want a quick breakfast with good food and good service,not too pricey but I wide variety for breakfast or lunch

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    8 years ago

    Don't be fooled by the outside, or the sketchy neighborhood. It's a cute little restaurant.

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