The food, service, and overall ambiance here was fantastic!…read more Daniela was on top of everything, refilling coffee and ensuring all our needs were met promptly. The pastelitos and tequenos were both delicious! The green cilantro garlic sauce that accompanied them was so good I had to take some home! I ordered the Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs, subbing chicken, and all was super fresh and crisp. The location is a nice hole in the wall. Having gone during the holidays, they were decorated with Christmas decor. They had decent foot traffic with no wait time. Overall, would highly recommend visiting for a fantastic brunch experience!

Visited here on 12/9/25 - for my boyfriend's bday…read more Atmosphere was nice, not busy at all, decor was cute & put together. Service could've been better. We ordered pastelitos (ground beef & chicken), the ground beef was really good - the sauce it came with definitely gave a good extra flavor to it/ the chicken one was dry, so the sauce helped with that. Also ordered Cachapas (sweet corn pancakes with pork) - wow these were delicious, especially when you eat them together. There was a lot of cheese though (I love cheese thankfully) I think we also ordered the slow roast brisket hash (didn't get a picture cause it was really good lol) Nonis is definitely worth a try

One of my favorite places to hang out for a great meal. David is my personal server. David customer…read moreservice is amazing and he makes us all feel special. He's the reason I go back for every occasion and I take my friends. Been enjoying this breakfast spot since it opened. I'm still a loyal customer.

I'm so disappointed because this used to be our favorite place. The last few visits, the food has…read morebeen noticeably subpar. The menu may look the same, but the quality and preparation of items have changed. For example, the crab cake Benedict used to feature homemade crab cakes, and now it's a fried frozen-style patty. The one-star review is really based on the service experience, and unfortunately it's the reason we won't be returning. While waiting for our table, the manager or possible owner was telling single-party guests there was a 30-minute wait, while parties of three or more were being quoted only 10 minutes. An older woman standing there heard him tell the group in front of her 10 minutes right before he told her 30. The more I thought about it afterward, the more disappointed I was that I didn't speak up in the moment. Treating guests differently based solely on party size is unacceptable and left a very bad impression.

The chicken tenders were a bit smaller than they were many years ago (I have an old photo for…read moreproof!) but it was just as filling and mad fresh. Fantastic service from our waiter.

The hamburger was great as well as the fries. The chopped…read morebrisket was actually sliced beef sliced into hunks that looked like cat food. It had a slimy texture and was absolutely inedible. Such a shame.

Service: 10/10 Our waiter was always attentive. Ambiance:…read more100/10 Very aesthetically pleasing. My husband said it's girly but very well designed. Food: 10/10 I love their options for food. There's something for everyone and the portions were good. My husband rated the food 7/10. I took my mom and husband on different days and they both enjoyed it! I would come again!

4/5 - Brunch District…read more A great new breakfast spot in McKinney. The food is solid (4/5), and while the drinks are decent (3/5), they don't quite stand out. Like many breakfast places in the area, the menu leans toward classic, familiar options rather than anything particularly unique--but what they do, they do well. Everything is consistent, well-prepared, and satisfying. It's also very family-friendly. Be sure to join the waitlist ahead of time, especially on weekends when it tends to get very busy.

Saw a post on FB about 1836 Cafe, so my DIL & I decided on a breakfast roadtrip... what a wonderful…read moredecision. 1836 Cafe is everything you imagine if the words "hole in a wall greasy spoon" are used. Small interior offering 4 tables and a line up of bar stools. The kitchen and pantry are fully exposed. We were greeted by a gent opening the door for us and friendly hellos! The menu provides a wide selection of country fair with twists on cosmopolitan selections (the country bennie is a must). No pre-cut fries on site,! Everything looked and tastes freshly prepared. Will definitely make the trek again!

1836 Café in Bells, TX is a true hidden gem and worth every stop. From the moment I walked up to…read morethe door, the smell alone let me know I was in for something special. Inside, the atmosphere is small-town comfort at its best -- casual, welcoming, and the kind of place that instantly makes you feel at home. I ordered the Chicken Bennie, and it was absolutely outstanding. A homemade biscuit served as the base, soft and fluffy on the inside with just the right touch of crisp on the outside. On top of that came perfectly fried chicken tenders, a runny egg that tied everything together, and a generous pour of rich, savory sausage gravy. It all came with a side of crispy fried potatoes that were cooked just right -- golden and flavorful without being greasy. Every bite was pure comfort food perfection. The coffee was smooth and satisfying, the kind that pairs perfectly with a hearty breakfast. Service was excellent as well -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind, which made the whole experience even better. You can tell the staff really cares about their customers and their food. Overall, 1836 Café is exactly what you hope to find in a small-town spot: great food, great people, and an atmosphere that keeps you wanting to come back. I'll definitely be returning, and I highly recommend it to anyone passing through or nearby.

Barney's brunch Always great food and great service. Love…read morethis cute spot. Lunch menu good also.

My friends were home from China and craving American breakfast so we had lunch at Barney's. It was…read morea Thursday, to my knowledge we didn't have to wait for a table (they got there before me). Very clean and open and cute/simple inside. Our waitress was extremely friendly and helpful- however we did go LONG periods of time without being checked on. Lunch took about an hour and a half so it's definitely not a "quick" option. I'd definitely order from here and go pick it up since it's right across from my office. None of us had bad food and it was all cooked exactly the way we asked except for the crispy hash browns I asked for, I guess there's an art to that.

My wife and I first discovered Eggcited a few months ago. Located near Petra, one of our favorite…read moreTexMex spots, we were drawn to it when we discovered it was locally owned. Since then, we've had brunch there 3 or 4 times, and every time has been a delight. We've spoke to the owner, a very friendly Armenian gentlemen whose cousin is also involved with the restaurant, as is the owner's daughter and others. Plus, he's been in the restaurant business for over 30 years, and a number of the employees have been with him for many years. Bottom line, the guy knows how to run a business. Be warned, though, as others have mentioned, there will be a line, and there's no phoning ahead, going online etc. You'll speak to the man with the clipboard, that's the owner. He'll put your name down and find you when it's your turn. The system works, and it's great. But what of the food? We've brought friends and family and between us all, have sampled easily a dozen dishes or more. My latest brunch was the chicken fried steak, and I ordered it kind of half breakfast, half lunch style. I wanted hashbrowns (extra crispy, and boy, were they delivered that way!) but also wanted fried okra, our server accepted the order with a smile. The steak was tender, well coated with golden brown and delicious crust, and the gravy was thick and well seasoned. Eggs were light and fluffy, and one can see from my picture, those hashbrowns were surely extra crispy. We've also sampled a number of the shop made desserts, and they have all been phenomenal. Bottom line, this is a great locally owned and operated business, where the owner is literally involved and working the floor every day, and they're really doing everything right.

Wait was very long. They told us 45 min ended waiting 1.5 hr…read more But w we gone was very kind and the food was fabulous! Will definitely be back when it's not so busy

LOVE..LOVE this place. Food is excellent and delicious. Portion to cost .. I'll just say "WOW"!!!…read more. You won't be disappointed. Staff is always vey friendly and helpful. The place is very clean and cozy and comfortable. I have recommended this place to anyone willing to listen. If you want a go to breakfast/lunch spot, this is definitely a try . It's on my top 5 list . Going to visit every chance I get!

This was a cute cafe that was bustling at lunchtime. It can get quite busy on weekends…read more We ordered the chicken apple sausage and eggs hash; it came with hash browns, sausage, peppers, cheese, eggs, and a side of toast. Was quite a portion and could easily be shared. I opted for the turkey club. It was a basic sandwich with no frills, though you had to add cheese (they used shredded cheese?). The sandwich was ok for what it was. Overall, the experience was positive; the service was good and the food came out rather quickly.