I wish Eva's owners well, though out of a desire to be honest with any who might take up the venture in the future, I leave a final review. What a shame to see that old Eva's has closed, though I can't say that I'm surprised. The number of times that other restaurants got my business, because Eva's either didn't open until 9am or because of the owners' resolute insistence on an absurdly short weekday breakfast service, was significant. I imagine that story could be repeated by many other would-be customers. I leave my final review with three stars due to this protracted silliness, and I would urge future restauranteurs to avoid such folly. When breakfast could be had, the food and service were quite nice. read more

No-frills local spot with food on the better side of average. Came for breakfast on a Saturday and our party of 6 waited about 10 mins for a table. I tried eggs over easy with grits and biscuit and bacon, as well as the home fries and sausage. Biscuits and bacon were great. Service was good. read more

Eva's On Main - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

I ate at Eva's on Main for the first time yesterday! I am so surprised that I haven't tried this place yet! It was delicious! I highly recommend! We walked in. We saw a couple of open tables. We asked if we could sit by the window at the bar. They said they had other people waiting on tables so we'd have to wait. They said it would take about 15 minutes. We walked across the street to the square. There was Halloween themed decorations everywhere. Lots of things to take pictures of and to take pictures with. After 15 minutes had passed, we walked back across the street to Eva's. They were just about to call my name to seat us. So we waited about another minute or two then they sat us. I ordered the Sweet & Savory. It came with baguette style French toast as well as a fried boneless chicken breast. It was so good. I had never had chicken and French toast together. The French toast was really cool. A lot softer than expected from a baguette. The chicken was nice and juicy. Yum. I definitely would recommend this place. It's right there in downtown Summerville next to lots of shops. The wait was pretty short and the food was excellent, as well as the service. I will definitely be back. read more

Eva's On Main - Sweet & Savory - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

It's a nice cozy spot with amazing food and service! You will leave full and satisfied. read more

Eva's On Main - French toast and Chicken Blueberry pancakes - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Let's keep it real... this is your average, mom n pops, greasy spoon diner. It is great. No frills, no wow factor, reliable Southern style food with a limited but satisfying menu selection. It was purely by chance I ended up here, and was looking for breakfast. I was there a few minutes after 11am on a weekday, and was informed if just missed breakfast. And I overheard the next diner's disappointment at the fact that they'd not be serving Mac n cheese (not sure why). I had the fried chicken and bacon sandwich with pepper jack. Generous and real slices of crispy bacon on an also generous sized piece of fried chicken. The bun was fresh and greasy. Basic 1 slice of iceburg lettuce and 1 single ring of white onion. I could've used more of both. Ketchup and mayo bottles were on the side, and no mustard was offered or brought. Fries were awesome and a good portion size. Pop was cool even without ice (how I asked/prefer). I ended up only eating half of the whole meal since it was filling. Temperature was okay but could've been hotter. The place was clean overall. He/She bathroom, also clean but if in use, you'll have to wait. Parking is available on the very busy main road. Wheelchair accessible. I'd go back for sure but wouldn't go out of my way. Staff were super nice to everyone who walked in. read more

Eva's On Main - Chicken and bacon sandwich. - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Service is always good at Eva's as we have been coming here for a few years now. It was always a great place to take guests from out of town for breakfast or lunch. Unfortunately the food quality and consistency has taken a real nosedive. Had lunch here today and ordered their fried chicken which is supposed to be amazing. Well mine came out raw in the middle and the exterior lacked any seasoning/spices. It was really disappointing. It's also sad that this place has been here in town for so long and was always so reliable for good southern cuisine, but has really changed. Last time we were here for breakfast we were disappointed as well. I feel like each of the last few times we have come the food has been decreasing in quality and flavor. Don't think I will be back for a while. read more

The food was good. The service was good. The ambiance was normal. I've been wanting to try this place I'm glad I got to park in front of the door, walk in and was immediately seated in the best seat in the place with the window view. read more

Eva's On Main - Window seat - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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Located on Main Street this is a great spot to enjoy after the farmers market. The restaurant is very small so there may be a wait. The server was friendly and this seems to be a hot spot for locals. I had sausage gravy over cornbread. All of the choices are southern homemade cooking. It's a very heavy filling breakfast that will easily hold you over until dinner. If you are looking for large portions and like sausage gravy in multiple different forms this is the place for you. read more

Nice cooling cafe in the middle of Main Street . The waitress was very nice and told me ahead of time things that they ran out of today. I ordered the pancakes either eggs and bacon and added blueberries and coffee. Coffee is ok but it was not that hot like it been sitting in a hot pot or something. Blueberry pancakes taste like bisquik and there were so few blueberries I could count them on both hands. Eggs look like they are using small eggs to serve since they were not big at all. Bacon tasted hard and cold like they had cooked it all off in the morning. The plate must have been cold since it came straight out of the kitchen it was already cold and could not melt the butter I put on it. Also they use such small plates to make the food look bigger than it really is to the customer. Why does this restaurant have a shower in the bathroom ????? read more

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From the moment we walked in we felt like we were part of the family. We loved the vintage atmosphere. Our party of 7 was quickly seated and the hot coffee we requested arrived right away. We were there on a Sunday mid-morning and the place was hopping! I can see why they've been around so long as the food was spectacular! Biscuit were huge and smothered in sausage gravy. My mom kept saying she couldn't take another bite but couldn't resist them!!! I had the omelette and ordered potatoes. The only disappointment was absolutely no substitutions. I'm gluten free and had to pay extra for the potato and gave my biscuit to another person at the table. My omelette was hot and plentiful. The French toast was a favorite at my table too. Will be back! read more

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Food and service were excellent! This is a small very popular restaurant in downtown Summerville.

Saw some family members post on social media about brunch at this restaurant, so I decided to give it a try on a self care day. One, I couldn't believe it was right in In downtown Summerville and I've never heard of it! (I really have to get out more!) two the atmosphere is definitely homey. The food was amazing! I got the omelette, and a blueberry pancake and the biscuit was my favorite! Lol I could've just had 2 biscuits and been satisfied! Lol the service was great! They checked on me constantly and there was no wait. I would go back and try something else and definitely get my biscuit! read more

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Finally we made it 15 minutes before they open and there was a line already but we had no problem waiting. We had come before without checking their hours and expected them to be open at 7:30 a breakfast place that opens at 9? reminds me of Spain We both ordered the Goodness gracious and indeed it was a lot of food but mostly potatoes under the eggs and gravy. First couple or three bites are good and delicious but after that it becomes monotonous because it is only one flavor, the gravy mixed with the potatoes and eggs and everything else it is one together thing. I wish they had bigger plates and instead of piling things up they could distribute them so you the "eater" would decide how much of what to put on your mouth like a buffet kind of thing. Back to reality, nice place and friendly attitude but not what I am looking for, but that is just me because the lines are crazy, people wait a long time for a table! It may be a while before we go back unless they revamp the menu or I order something else. I would make this a 3.5 or 3.6 but that is just me but not quite a four star for me, I couldn't move much on the booth for fear of inconveniencing the other guys read more

Eva's on Main never disappoints. It is a VERY busy place so expect a wait. Very large portions and the sweet tea is spot on!

This place is busy on a Sunday morning , food was good and plentiful. Lots of blueberries in the pancakes and the coffee was fresh. It's a small place so if they're busy you're going to wait outside ( I'm glad it wasn't raining ) read more

What a great little place for breakfast. I had the chicken fried steak and it was obviously hand made and battered. The sausage gravy was some of the best I've had. My wife had the French toast and it was really crunchy and great flavor. Sarah our server was really personable and friendly. read more

We stopped here for breakfast and the hostess and waitress were so friendly and helpful. I had the baguette style french toast with compote - absolutely delicious. My husband tried the Goodness Gracious and we understand the name because goodness was it a lot of food! I highly recommend Eva's if you are in Summerville. read more

Eva's On Main - Baguette style French toast with compote - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Wonderful team and service. Great Hash, Omelet and sides. Nice hot coffee. Perfect for a Sunday morning breakfast.

Throughly enjoyed our meal at Eva's. We had never been but were excited to try a summerville landmark. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming (even with the social distancing requirements). The staff was friendly and seemed to really enjoy themselves. We enjoyed all of the memorabilia on the walls; it's fun to see treasures from the past. Our food was delicious; simple and southern as my children called it. We had great service and a wonderful meal, what more could you ask for. Make sure you grab a passport for the Sweet Tea Trail, eva's in on the trail and would love to stamp your book. read more

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What a wonderful experience! The breakfast at this restaurant was some of the best I've had in a while. Sweet, savory, fresh, and made from scratch. Go check it out! Every year at Christmas Eve, my entire extended family (we are a smaller family) go to a breakfast spot to eat in Summerville, SC. We change it up every year depending on who pays and this year we came to Eva's and we were all blown away. It's a smaller shop with great service, fresh tasting southern food with quick service. I split the Goodness Gracious and the Pardon My French specials with my cousin. The Pardon My French were French Toast baguettes that were delicate and slightly sweet alongside a homemade blueberry sauce that paired together delightfully. The Goodness Gracious was the mother of all mix bowls with eggs, potatoes, peppers, onions, homemade gravy, scallions, and bacon. It was hearty and the flavors all blended surprisingly well together. Alongside the sweetness of my French Toast, this was such a fantastic combination. The atmosphere is very homie, with plates and art pieces around that remind me of my grandmothers house. It's also a smaller place but even with a group of 22, they still accommodated very well. The service was also fantastic. 22 people in my party and all of our food came out at the same time in a matter of 20 minutes. WOW! Easily the quickest meal we've ever had with a group this large. I grew up in SC, and I'm sad to have just discovered this place. If you're in the Charleston/Summerville area, you HAVE to give this place a try. read more

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Loved the breakfast! The portions they give are really big, almost everyone I see leave is carrying at least one Togo box. The food is delicious and well seasoned. The ambiance is cozy with old style decorations and music playing. Definitely a busy place Sunday mornings, but well worth the 10-15 minutes we had to wait! read more

Great little spots like these stand the test of time for a reason. We met some friends while in town for brunch here on a Friday. Being that it was on the main part of town they appear to get very busy. Our group was already sitting when we came so we were able to bypass the wait and sit down to order. First off their drip coffee is absolute quality. I was very surprised and kept ordering refills as it didn't taste like the typical Folgers stuff. I ordered the country fried steak and eggs since it's one of my favorite breakfast dishes. Since I was in the country I figured I'd better see if they could do it any better than I've had back home (which isn't saying much). I happen to be a connoisseur of country fried steak and this was the absolute best I think I've ever had. Not only was it covered in their chunky sausage gravy, it was an ACTUAL FRIED STEAK!! I've never in my life got a steak, but just your typical fried, beaten on meat. It was amazing, tender and fried to perfection. I had to try their blueberry pancake and it was absolutely delicious as well. Everyone was extremely happy with their meals and the prompt service. Hayley our server was an absolute sweetheart and never left us needing something as she kept a close eye on us. I definitely will come back here when I see myself in town again. Keep up the great work! read more

Is dining room opens at 9:00 a.m. and you'd better be ready because by 905 it's full now I did find that tables really started coming available around 10:00 a.m. These folks have been around since 1944 might give you an idea that they know what they're doing. The inside is very home spun and I could see back in the kitchen and they have a person that's always sweeping moppit's a sweeping mopping and wiping down that is one clean operation I'm gonna be back. Oh and lastly how I grade the place is after watching the food come out of the kitchen I was already planning what I was going to order on the next visit read more

Breakfast is always great and more than enough! And it's great tasting too. Service is friendly and quick. Smiling faces all the time. Great small town restaurant on Main Street. Highly recommend it for a filling great breakfast. read more

Hands down the best true southern meal of our entire trip. If you are looking for authentic, no frills but fantastic food like your Grandmommy used to make, this is the place! The friendliest service (that made us feel like locals) from everyone there. I failed to take pictures because I was too busy enjoying but don't miss this little slice of heaven! read more

Love visiting home Town business' while traveling. Had some locals suggest this business for breakfast as the decor is homie/quaint. Upon arrival was greeted and seated promptly. All staff rotate and perform all tasks and help each other out. Our waitress got to us soon after seated and served us coffee. My wife ordered a simple two egg breakfast and I ordered their biscuits and gravy. The egg platter came with home fries and biscuit. Both our meals tasted good, nothing out of this world. I do have to say it appeared the sausage gravy was house made. All staff and friendly and took time to talk. read more

Stopped by on our way home to Florida. we both had 2 eggs over sausage Gravy and biscuits. it was the best we've had in a long time service was excellent being qui k and following up. will definitely go back when we are in the area read more

10/10 - hospitality is top notch and so is the food. You walk in and it Smells like you're standing in your grandmas kitchen. Made me feel nostalgic. Despite them being short staffed this morning, all of the ladies were pleasant and on top of it all. The woman working the hostess stand was cleaning tables in between customers and did it all with a smile. The restaurant stayed packed and you can just tell this place is loved. I got the Bless Your Heart which is corn beef hash, layered with eggs, their homemade sausage gravy and cheese. It was delicious. The pancakes are also amazing. This was my first experience at Eva's and I will absolutely be a returning customer! read more

Eva's On Main - a plate of food and a glass of orange juice - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Best breakfast in the greater Charleston area! Flavors are amazing and the gravy isn't salty like most. Try their sweet tea. It's everything sweet tea should be! Service is wonderful. We can't wait to try their lunch/dinner options! Thank goodness we live nearby! Be there when they open if you go for breakfast. We arrived at 9:15am on a weekday for breakfast and they were already near full! We would have waited but just a little tip :) read more

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It's hard to beat Eva's for a hearty breakfast or delicious brunch. If you want cinnamon rolls or apple pie you better be there early! Service is always good and it feels like eating with one big happy family. read more

Eva's On Main - a sign for a family recipe - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Been here many times. Food quality has gone down drastically. Order corn beef hash and it was like it came right out of a can to the plate, not even grilled. Omelet had very little veggies and cheese. Also check your ticket when paying. We did a substitute which is $5.45 I think but in the ticket it said $6.95. We have no plans on going back. read more

H Never had a bad meal at Eva's. Been going there for 30 years that should tell you it's great food and service. read more

First time at Eva's with my wife this morning. One word - Fantastic. The restaurant is cozy, clean, and all employees were smiling and courteous. Our server (Haley I believe) was excellent. Super attentive and friendly. The food was delicious. Try an omelet and definitely add their home fries!! If they served breakfast all day everyday (not just on weekends) it would be 5 stars. If you haven't tried Eva's on Main you're missing out. read more

Eva's On Main - Ham, cheddar and mushroom omelet (half eaten), rye toast and Fantastic home fries. - Southern Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

A Summerville staple. Even with a change in generations, the homey feel has been retained while the menu received some favorable updates. Alway enjoy coming here for a relaxed lunch in a well staffed and pleasant environment. read more

Great food, large portions, good service, prices were normal. Quite little town, right off I-26. They were putting up Christmas decorations.

After narrowing some options on my filters on the Yelp app, Eva's On Main popped up as an option so I looked at a few reviews and was not disappointed!! BF and I were seated immediately! This was already a win for Sunday brunch time!! Our server was Sarah and she was just delightful!! She let us know what was popular (Goodness Gracious, which is what BF ordered) and pointed out specials on the blackboard on a back wall. The restaurant had a cozy feel to it with old photos and plates on the walls from different states. It was hard to decide what to order at first because there was so much to choose from! I do have a tendency to choose pancakes or waffles and I read that the pancakes here were REALLY good ... so I tried the Blueberry Pancakes. They were fluffy and delicious! They smelled like a fresh baked cake! SOOO GOOD! I did try a bite of BF's Goodness Gracious and it was really tasty! There were a lot of flavors happening all at once, but they complimented each other well. We ordered water for our beverage and they were served in mason jars with a straw. Our jars were never empty. Someone always seemed to know when our glass was half full and refilled it quickly. Also, everyone working there was always smiling and was so pleasant! I did get a chance to stop by their bathroom. It's in a small corner and it's for men and women. There's only one stall, but there wasn't ever a line for the bathroom that I noticed. I think I'll definitely come back to Eva's. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the people working there were the sweetest! read more

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Great place to eat great food, service and friendly! Relaxing atmosphere never know who you will run into! Enjoy

Brunch this occasion was Country Fried Steak with sausage gravy, fried potatoes or grits, two eggs and a biscuits was delicious and filling.

It was a gloomy, rainy Tuesday morning when we arrived at Eva's in downtown Summerville. We needed a hot, delicious breakfast to raise our spirits. Eva's certainly delivered. I had the blueberry pancakes, stuffed with more berries than I've ever seen in a pancake. Light, tasty and filling. Our daughter ordered the "Pardon My French" which is a baguette prepared as french toast, real maple syrup and a side of fruit. My husband picked the "Heavens to Betsy," a scrumptious plate of everything from eggs to biscuits and gravy, potatoes and sausage, which put a big smile on his face. I understand on the weekends the wait can be considerable, so I suggest coming to Eva's during the week. Delicious food, friendly atmosphere and great service. We will definitely back, even if the sun is shining! read more

I've heard so much about this place. It's been in the Summerville area many years and very well know by locals. Today I finally got to try it. Love the downtown Summerville location, the restaurant had a very clean smell and look upon walking in. Not too crowded, for the small restaurant. The staff was engaged and friendly. I ordered the Goodness Gracious....and goodness gracious is was a lot and pretty good too. My only complaint is that the sausage gravy was very runny. I love the thick kind of sausage gravy. Favor and presentation was great. My mother in law ordered a side of French toast. She loved it! Prices were similar to other breakfast locations I've been to. I'd defiantly go back again. read more

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