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    4.1 (75 reviews)
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    Safania R.

    I keep coming back to Eggspectation in Columbia, and it never disappoints. It's become my go-to spot for both breakfast and brunch. The food is consistently great and the vibe is always welcoming. My absolute favorite order is the chicken and waffles paired with a café mocha. The waffles are perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy inside, and the chicken is always well-seasoned and juicy. The mocha is the perfect complement, rich, smooth, and just the right amount of indulgent. I also highly recommend the shrimp and crab omelette. Super flavorful, packed with seafood, and cooked just right every time. One extra perk: if you sign up for their newsletter, you get a free pancake on your birthday, which is such a nice little bonus. Overall, this place has become a staple for me. Great food, reliable quality, and definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

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    Clark T.

    This Eggspectation (based out of Montreal) diner location was very impressive! It has a very modern interior design and is quite a large restaurant. It is located at the bottom of the office building in Merriweather. You can't go wrong with food choices here - they're all amazing (but pricey). My favorite thing here is the lyonnaise style potatoes, which are thinly sliced and fried potatoes with an onion garnish. My French toast was so soft and delicious. The eggs were warm and delicious. Unfortunately, the bacon was thick and chewy. I sent it back and got sausage instead - which was much better. The service was wonderful - the server was very responsive to our needs and did not rush us.

    Smoked Salmon Benny
    Reane S.

    This new location is really nice ! A bit hard to find when following my GPS but maybe just me. It has an open concept, airy and bright, thanks to all the wide windows around. The food is really good too! My dish - Crab & shrimp Benedict was super yummy ! This different take on the classic eggs Benedict took it to another very satisfying level . The cheesy grits, the crunchy crab cakes & shrimp , the perfect eggs & hollandaise sauce - a definite winner! My friend's dish was the smoked salmon Benny, also delicious . A good portion of smoked salmon with cream cheese topped with poached eggs on a croissant & of course the hollandaise sauce! This was a close second Our server "BK" was very attentive, checked on us often & quite charming! This place is definitely a place to go again & again! **A note to the manager, the ladies restroom was a bit messy ( my friend & I visited it separately at different times, 2 hours apart) . Toilet paper on the floor in the stalls & paper towels also scattered on the floor around the sink area & trash can

    Christine L.

    I recently visited with a party of five, and we had a fantastic experience! We got seated right away, which was really nice. The staff was welcoming and the overall vibe was friendly. If you're planning to visit, come hungry as the portion sizes are huge and definitely worth the price. I ordered the southwest omelette. It was delicious. Note of caution: the jalapenos that come with the dish are very spicy, so if you are not a fan of spicy food, be careful! Not pictured but we ordered the toluca poutine for the group as an appetizer. The sauce complemented the dish perfectly and tied all the flavors together!

    Tamekah W.

    Went for lunch on Saturday with my mom. The wait was quick and the food was delicious. My mom's first time there and she loved it. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. We will make Eggspectation our new weekend lunch spot.

    Chicken and waffles
    Katelyn W.

    GUYS GET THE GARLIC BREAD. It was so good, super flavorful! My parents thought it was too salty, but I think it was good and a great starter. The chicken and waffles were amazing, loaded up on the chicken -- you have to put hot sauce on it too, so good. Our service was slow, prob because the bartender was also our server so he seemed busy-ish. The side potatoes are also highly recommended. The set up was cute with nature-y vibes and lots of big windows and tables for small and large groups.

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    Erin S.

    The service was great. My chicken schnitzel with carrots, arugula, and mashed potatoes was both comforting and light. The interior design had a modern vibe -- a huge difference from the eclectic decor I knew years ago. The creme brûlée was a bit burnt for my liking but overall the dessert was rich and delicious! The updated menu gave me reasons to come back and I'm glad I came!

    Chelsea M.

    A breakfast for the senses. The fluffy pesto omelet was stuffed with crab meat and shrimp, crispy potatoes, fresh greens, silky smoked salmon with a bite of red onions, capers and a buttery croissant. Pure breakfast bliss! I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. The ambiance was lively. Lots of conversation with great food. The service was great! Our waitress made sure we were satisfied and made sure our beverages were in rotation consistently.

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    Abby S.

    We've been to this location twice now, both times came on a weekday with no reservation and we were seated immediately. The inside is spacious and modern. The outside has a cute patio however you're surrounded by high rise business offices and I got bit up by mosquitos. Since the restaurant is tucked into a business park, parking lot space may be scarce. There are parking garages walking distance though. Eggspectation has an extensive menu with something for everyone. They have single, 1/2 carafe, and whole carafe mimosas, as well as other brunch cocktails. I enjoyed my chicken and waffles, the chicken pieces were large and the waffle was fluffy. The breakfast platter was good, they were flexible with substitutions as well. Overall eggspectation was a great date spot. I'd recommend them for classic comfort egg focused food, great service, and a sophisticated yet warm atmosphere!

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    Başak O.

    The New concept "Eggspecation" We love the place, service.l and the food. There is a pretty big inside and outside area. You can find something for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The plates pretty filling! We took American breakfast and Southern Sunrise. Mimosa and coffee.

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    Jin P.

    Eggspectation is such a beautiful spot -- open, airy, and stylish with a relaxed but elevated vibe. It feels like a little slice of SoCal right in the Merriweather District. The vibe and service were both top notch -- super welcoming, attentive, and just a fun place to hang out whether you're brunching or grabbing drinks. Speaking of drinks -- prices were totally reasonable, which was a nice surprise for such a trendy spot. And the gooey bread? Absolutely incredible. Warm, sticky, indulgent -- an instant favorite. Already looking forward to coming back. Perfect spot for a weekend brunch or casual date night!

    Cyril M.

    We went here for our parents anniversary, we were a group of 8. It was good, we were waitlisted for 30 minutes. It did go over the 39 minutes threshold of the waiting time but they assured us that they were just fixing the table for us. We had different entrees. Everyone loves their food. I had a good amount of my salmon. And my son had steak frites. It was good i had a taste of it but it could have been juicier. It was good amount of food. Huge amount of it.

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    Julia P.

    Obsessed with this new spot in the Merriweather District! Eggspectation has such a cute California vibe -- bright, airy, and full of natural light. It's the kind of place that instantly lifts your mood. Let's talk about the Gooey Goose Bread... it is INSANELY GOOD. Like, can't-stop-eating-it level good. Sweet, sticky, perfectly warm -- a must-order. Entrees were around $20 per dish, which felt totally fair for the portion size and quality. Great value overall. It does get really packed on weekends, so I highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time. So happy to have this place nearby -- it's a perfect brunch addition to the area! Will definitely be back.

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