Delicious French toast. The omelet was great. Sweet decor…read more Of course the service was awesome.His name was Steve!! I can't wait to go back!!

First time here since up and coming Country Music Star, Alexandra Kay, bought the cute Coffee…read moreHouse. The new decor is cute and Pink!!! We had No Wait but did go after the Rush. But during peek hours there can be a wait. Our server was excellent!! The food was soooo good!!! Love the special touch on the Pancake!!! They also serve Lunch.. so we will be back!!!

Such a welcoming spot! Everyone was super friendly, and our waitress Kristi was awesome. She even…read morechecked if the first pumpkin pancakes of the season were ready -- and they were! So good, perfectly spiced and not overly sweet. I had the veggie omelet and loved it. The veggies were roasted and packed with flavor, not just tossed in like at most places. The staff really know their menu and walked us through the fall specials, which was great. You can tell they care about what they're serving. Overall: great food, great service, and easy parking. Can't wait to come back!

This spot in Millstadt, Illinois is my first time experiencing a great combination of culinary…read moreaesthetics and family coziness all in one! The service is very warm and welcoming, the food is amazing! Speciality teas, coffees, protein shakes, and even protein coffee! I highly recommend this restaurant for brunch!

Graphite was a wonderful surprise and a standout dining experience in Columbia. I love that the…read morerestaurant's name is a nod to the building's history as a former schoolhouse, which now beautifully houses both the Principal Hotel and Graphite. Both feel like elevated, unexpected gems in a small town. I ordered the fried chicken dinner with the half chicken portion, and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was juicy and flavorful with perfectly crispy, crunchy skin. The service was excellent, and our waitstaff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the evening. The restaurant itself was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. The restrooms were also spotless and well maintained. It is clear that a lot of care goes into every aspect of the guest experience. My only minor criticism is the size of the drink glasses. Once ice is added, there is not much room left for the actual beverage. My parents found themselves needing refills more frequently than they typically would at other restaurants. It was not a major issue, but slightly larger glasses might make things more convenient for both guests and staff. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and will definitely be back. Graphite is a true hidden gem that offers great food, excellent service, and a unique atmosphere.

Service was good but bartender should have seen that we eat very little of the food and left the go…read morecontainer because neither one of us wanted to take it home and throw it away.... Being observant is part of great service... ambiance has a lot to come desired way to many young teenage girls running around...not what I'd expect for a couple of drinks and $100 tab! Been there three times drinks are always good but the food has been subpar every time! Had three appetizers stuffed portabella mushrooms I'd give a 3 no taste, Mac and cheese bites dry and tasteless a 2 (bought some at schnucks a few weeks ago and they were much better) the steak skewers maybe a 2.5 had so much what they called pesto which looked and tasted like wet grass, once we removed the wet grass the steak was over cooked but well seasoned... My suggestion would be to hire a new chef and decide a direction or speciality focus (Italian, American or gastro pub and stick with it! Sorry but third strike you're out, we won't be back! Until we hear you've made some major changes!

Stopped in for their 1Year Anniversary Celebration!!!…read more Grab a few Special Coffee's as it looked like the Pastries were basically picked over. Looks like they had a good turnout!! This is a great little cafe!!

I cannot rave about Zera enough! This has become my friends and I's Saturday morning spot and we…read moretalk about it constantly to anyone that will listen. There is literally nothing I have tried at Zera that I have not loved. My go to is the avocado bagel, sometimes switching to the pickle cream cheese on it & no exaggeration, I look forward to it all week. The baked goods are also insanely good. My recommendations are the cruffins, danishes, quiche, and cinnamon rolls. Alongside the food, having a coffee there is an absolute must. My usual is a 100 Acre Woods Latte with Oatmilk but I have to stray from that for seasonal drinks every now and then & this year, the Gingerbread General took the cake on my favorite holiday drink! On top of such great food and drinks, the staff is the downright kindest you'll ever meet and they work so insanely hard! Zera is truly the loveliest spot in Waterloo and I cannot recommend it enough! When you visit, take in the gorgeous details of the space and pop into the cozy vault with a friend! P.S. They just now started selling their granola in bags and it's a must buy! It's 100x better than any granola you can buy at the store!

So glad we stopped by on a whim! Classic diner feel (not at all cluttered!) with breakfast and…read morelunch options. Service was prompt, attentive and friendly. Two must-try items IMO - farmer's special omelette and the buttermilk pancake. The omelette arrives light on the cheese which really allows the mix of meats to shine! The pancake is excellent - lovely crisp and fluffy and jiggly in all the best ways. I would dine here again!

It was just OK, nothing memorable We had traditional…read morebreakfast of eggs, hash browns and toast Server was very friendly

We enjoyed brunch/lunch after a morning hike at the nearby Salt Lick Trail (see separate review)…read more Service is pay up front with delivery to table, and self bus. I had my usual oat milk latte with 1 pump of SF vanilla, and she had a maple syrup latte. The avocado toast was on a wide slice of wheat bread and topped with fresh greens and some berries. The eggs were cooked to order. Service is prompt, friendly, and laid back. The interior is fresh and modern, and the location is the end unit of a strip mall. If we are ever in the area again, we would return.

It's been way too long since I've been here. They have such good food. Today I had the Brunch…read moreSalad. So yummy. Lettuce as the base but then lots of bacon and 2 poached eggs on top. One of my friends got the salad too but added smoked salmon to it. She loved it. There is plenty of seating here esp since they expanded into the space next door. You order at counter and then they bring you your food. Lots of good beverage options too but I had already had my fill of tea for the day. Self serve water station is always a good idea.

This place is awesome for what it is. family owned kitchen…read more Awesome food and service. Atmosphere is homely and comfortable. I love little places like this, worth the stop if you hungry the small town. Enjoy

We stopped here for breakfast about 9am on Friday 10/13. No wait. There are about 14 tables in…read morethere. The menu is relatively small with the normal offerings. I had a Belgian waffle and a side of country ham while my husband had the all meat omelet. The server was attentive, keeping our coffees filled and the food didn't take too long. The butter and syrup were in the little plastic containers but the cream for my coffee was real. My waffle was warm enough that the butter melted. The slice of ham was big enough I used a piece of my husband's toast to make a sandwich. He said his omelet was good. Sometimes in a little place like this out-of-towners can get skimpy service but we felt at home. We'd definitely stop by again when in the area. Check out the goldfish tank inside an old stove.

Great place for a get together with friends on a lazy Saturday. Or if you're in the mood to read a…read morebook, it's a great place to just lay back.

Meeting friends here for brunch was a pleasant experience. The menu is varied enough to offer both…read morebreakfast and lunch options, with plenty of choices and nothing imaginative. The prices are very reasonable. When we asked about specialty coffee drinks, our server showed us an electronic tablet-- we had to pass it around to read our options. They were all very sweet concoctions named for desserts, and the ones my companions chose were indeed so pumped with syrup and flavors and sprinkles that the taste of coffee was nowhere to be found. Our food was just fine. The waffle was sweet and fluffy. The Berry Salad was exactly as described: iceberg, lettuce, berries, pecans. The berries were fresh; the chicken was heavily seasoned (mostly salty and saturated) and the poppyseed dressing was very sweet. The quiche had plenty of spinach in it but was rather rubbery (I know quiche can be tricky-- it has a really long cooking time so it can't be made to order, and rewarming does it no favors) and the potato soup was okay. Both the salad and the quiche/soup combo had a croissant on the side; they seemed similar to the ones purchased by the dozen at Costco. Mine seemed dry on the outside with a faint moldy taste in the bottom. The patio was very pleasant, and inside looked cozy. The staff did a great job of making everyone feel welcome and keeping our glasses refilled and such. There's a big parking lot adjacent, though many of the spots say they're reserved for a different business. I saw that high chairs are available. Gendered restrooms are inside. The place accepts cash and credit cards.