Fresh Egg - Where Diets Go to Die (Happily) Our group of 4 1/2 (yes, somebody only ate half their plate because self-control showed up late ) walked into Fresh Egg thinking we were just grabbing breakfast... and walked out needing a nap and a moment of silence. Let's talk FOOD. That omelet? Fluffy like it trained at egg boot camp. Stuffed with sausage, ham, bacon, cheese basically the Avengers of breakfast. The home fries were crispy golden cubes of perfection. Not soggy. Not greasy. Just straight-up breakfast excellence. The ham slices were thick and flavorful like they meant business. That biscuit sandwich? Soft, buttery, and holding everything together like a breakfast superhero. And those cheesy grits? Creamy enough to make you emotional. Add melted cheddar and it's basically Southern comfort in a bowl. Portions? Generous. Flavor? Elite. Coffee? Flowing like we were at a caffeine convention. Now let's talk about Jonathan Jonathan delivered AMAZING service. Attentive without hovering, friendly without being forced, and on top of everything like a breakfast conductor running a delicious orchestra. Drinks stayed filled, food came out hot, and he made sure our whole crew felt taken care of. That kind of service turns a good meal into a great experience. The vibe inside? Busy, lively, happy breakfast energy everywhere. You can tell this is a spot people return to again and again. Final verdict: We came hungry. We left full. We left smiling. And yes... we'll be back. Fresh Egg you cracked the code. read more

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My husband and I decided to try Fresh Egg Grill for brunch. We were in the area on a lovely Saturday in early October. We enjoyed no fuss quality food and terrific service. This spot delivers exactly what it promises, making it a reliable choice for the area. To start, the coffee was great--hot, fresh, and strong. For my main dish, I opted for a Western omelette. It was perfectly fine, a solid choice, if not spectacular. My husband had the egg, bacon, cheese breakfast sandwich and thoroughly enjoyed it. The only reason I'm docking a star is for the side of corn muffins I ordered. They were, unfortunately, a complete letdown. They were hard, dry, and truly tasted like small stones. Even piling on the soft, fresh butter couldn't save them. However, the excellent service and the positive experience with the main dishes and coffee easily outweigh one bad side item. We had a good meal overall, and I would definitely go back again (and just skip the corn muffins next time!). read more

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We have been coming here for a few years now, and food and service is pretty consistent. It is a cute, cozy place with very friendly staff. It is casual and comfortable, with a great menu. We were heading out for the day on a cool October Sunday, and decided to visit for brunch. We had the special of fried apple pancakes with a side of bacon, and the veggie omelette with sourdough toast and a side of fruit. Everything was delicious. My only complaint was my fruit side in that the grapes had seeds in them. I didn't expect that when biting down, but yes, seeds. Seedless is typically what I would expect in a fruit bowl, but was just surprised. Overall, great visit and made a nice start to a Sunday. read more

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It is a nice place with an attentive staff. All this and the food was very good. The waitress told us about lunch and dinner specials and encouraged us to come back. read more

Nice folks trying very hard. Went for breakfast, got the Baja omelette and a breakfast sandwich. Reasonably priced, food was decent but not great. Would rather have grilled vs deep fried potatoes, and omelette was one of those thin ones that gets the mix spread out over the flattop and then had some toppings in the middle. Prefer real eggs with toppings in the eggs. Clean, open space. Didn't hate it in any way, just wouldn't be in any hurry to return. read more

Went here for brunch with friends, was not disappointed. It's definitely a cafe style restaurant, there's not a lot of space inside and the tables/seats are a bit crowded. That said, everything is priced very reasonably and staff is very friendly. The food was good, and the only thing that fell short was my eggs benedict, the yolk was fully cooked and not runny how it's supposed to be. That said it still tasted great and the sweet potato fries were the perfectly crispy. Service was fast too! read more

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If you are looking for "excellent level" food and service, Fresh Egg is where you want to go. The only "problem" is the place is quite small, and too many people know how good it is! So, while you might have to wait to be seated and served, my experience says that won't stop you from becoming a "Regular"! read more

Wonderful Staff & Outstanding Food. Thank you ... If you are looking for a breakfast place ..... this is it read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Perfection crabcakes egg Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

I wanted Eggs Benedict. It came with country ham, way too salty, and very tough. Hard to cut. The side of fruit was small. Not bad, not good. Ambiance? What's that? Strip center, dark, so-so service. If I'm back in this area, I won't be coming back. read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Went on a Tuesday morning and service was weak. Waitress wanted to talk to the local PD, some things got missed. We were excited to try this place because of the reviews but honestly, wasn't worth the $$$/experience. My omelette was cold, unmelted cheese and we barely got a second fill-up on our coffee because the wait-staff tended to locals first. Overall, looks like the reviews for this place were written by those who support them vs the actual quality of the food/experience. Doubt we'll be back anytime time soon. Too many other places around Mooresville, Davidson, Cornelius and Huntersville. We want to go to a place that earns it. Meh... read more

Just had the best eggs Benedict ever!!! Service was excellent. Friendly and efficient. My friends had the fresh egg platter. They said the eggs and grits were amazing! read more

This place is always on point! Great service Excellent, Fresh, well seasoned food Nice & clean establishment Do yourself a favor & hit up Fresh Egg! read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Valentines Day Brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Great place all around! Great food, unique dishes and best corned beef hash. The service was outstanding and quick. And very reasonable prices. read more

In the beginning when we lived in Cornelius, this was the original location for Fresh Chef Restaurant which has since grown into a respectful medium sized chain with probably something like at least 10 locations if not more. As I pointed out, this was the original location, and they quickly outgrew it but still it thrived. Several years later, another larger space in the same strip mall opened up and because available so the owners jumped on it. That said, they kept the lease on the original location and reopened it as Fresh Egg Restaurant. In other words, a Breakfast Concept and it was done well since. It's only open from 7am to 4pm so you're looking at Breakfast/Brunch type menu. Great selection of Omelets and my favorite in the California Omelet with Bacon, Avocado and Cheddar Cheese. Wife is not normally a breakfast person but she likes the Crab Cake Benidict. Some breakfast potatoes and fantastic fresh brewed black coffee and the perfect was to start your day. read more

AMAZING food with huge portions, great service, and a warm and very clean environment.

Food was well prepared & presented. Servers were polite, responsive & attentive. Restaurant is clean.

This is a great, and very popular local diner. They are routinely slammed and they still get your order out quickly, accurately and with kindness!! Kudos!! I visited three days in a row (so I clearly liked it). I just need more seasoning. That's a "me" thing, I guess. read more

Kristy and Laura Lee took great care of me, my mom and daughter. Customer service always seals the deal for me or is a dealbreaker. The deal was sealed. I pulled up to the door to let my mom out who uses a walker. Before I could get her out of the car, the manager I think came out and held the door open for us. She had even already selected the nearest table to the door and had our menus on the table. Come on! I knew then it was going to be a good experience and it was. I got some sort of shrimp and grits dish with this cream sauce which was delicious. I was told it's not always on the menu so I wanted to try it. Beware there is bacon in it. I typically don't eat pork but it was still delicious. Our service was great and both of our servers were very friendly. The kindness and care towards my Mom really stood out. We came in the afternoon on Saturday which was a great time. We were told in the morning there's usually a 45 minute wait. Food is so fresh. They serve breakfast and lunch and ended up closing while we were there. However we were not made to feel like we had to hurry our meal and get out. The bathroom is clean. Private single room. Large enough for my mom to take her walker in. Restaurant is not huge so if you appreciate quaint this is it. They also own Fresh Chef a few doors down. Both are worth checking out! read more

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Great breakfast for all. Very nice to our service pup in training. Service was very good and the inside including restroom were vere clean and well stocked. read more

Nice little breakfast spot with waitresses as sweet as peach tea. Amped my avocado toast with a cheddar biscuit in lieu of toast - yummy! Cheddar grits were solid, but nothing to write your Southern mama about. read more

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Stopped in on a busy Sunday morning around 11:00 and got the last inside table. Greeted by the hostess and the server - server was quick to bring our coffee and take our orders. Kitchen was fast getting the food out and everything was perfect (the fried potatoes were especially tasty). Would highly recommend this place. read more

I really enjoyed my time here. Very small and quaint. The perfect spot for an intimate breakfast or brunch with a friend. My food was delicious. I ordered the spinach salad topped with salmon and a side of fresh berries. I also ordered a pineapple mimosa and it was delicious. If you're ever in Cornelius and in need of a quick bite here us your place! Service was awesome and quick! read more

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So this restaurant has been on our list for awhile, but weekends are pretty busy for brunch. So we came in on a Monday instead and there was no wait. I couldn't decide what to order, because so many items on the menu look so good, and the yelp page has such great reviews. I finally landed on the Baja omelette and ordered a side of hashbrowns with peppers and onions and a biscuit. It was really good, I loved the jalapeños in the omelette because I really enjoy spicy food. It was a lot of food and I was full by the time I ate half of it. I also tasted the Reuben and OMG it was so good we got one to go. The staff was super nice and friendly, and our server Tim gave us some great recommendations not only for menu items at the Fresh Egg, but also for other good restaurants in the Lake Norman area. It seemed like a lot of the customers were regulars, who knew what they wanted, ate their food and left. That may be us one day, because we'll definitely return. read more

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Let me start by saying.....when I say Fresh Egg is NOT to be missed out on, I mean it with all of me!! I had a major craving for a Reuben sandwich and outside of Katz Delicatessen in New York, Fresh Egg is now my #2, but is working it's way up to #1 (and I've only been once...so far). LOL! Fresh Egg is located on Catawba Avenue in Cornelius, where there are a variety of stores, eateries, etc. The restaurant is located in the same shopping center as fresh market and a ton of other stores, so it's super convenient if you have to make a stop. Upon arrival, there were tables/seating outside and upon entering the restaurant, there were pub tables and regular tables inside. The decor of the restaurant made it feel very welcoming as a breakfast spot and it truly felt like a place "where everybody knows your name". Come to find out, that truly lived up to that notion! While eating at Fresh Egg, there were numerous patrons that came in and the staff knew their names! That's how you can tell that this place is super legit! #regulars As I mentioned, I had a craving for a Reuben sandwich. As soon as I asked about the Reuben sandwich, Tim (the best waiter) immediately told me that it was hands-down the best! And he was right! Their corned beef is made in house and it is super tender. After seeing another review on Yelp, which described the Reuben sandwich as melts in your mouth, that's exactly what it did! In fact, it was SO good that we ordered one to go! The staff at Fresh Egg was absolutely amazing! And not only were they friendly, accommodating and welcoming upon arrival, but they also have GREAT personalities and make you feel so welcome, even as a first timer. It really helps you to see why so many people come back again and again! Tim was our waiter and he gave excellent recommendations, not only for Fresh Egg, but also for other eateries and breweries in the Lake Norman area. With service and food that was experienced, I cannot wait for my second visit (which will likely be in less than a week)! LOL! We let the staff know that they'll likely know our names and get tired of seeing us show up! LOL! If you are in the Cornelius area, PLEASE stop by or grab a meal to go! You'll be kicking yourself for not doing that! read more

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We came here on a Sunday afternoon, and there was a little bit of a wait. Staff was very friendly and attentive and the place was bustling. I was happy that they had a gluten-free bread option and it was delicious. The vegetarian omelette was full of veggies, and everything came out fresh and hot. read more

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Excellent food and excellent service, popped in for Sunday brunch and had a wonderful experience read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Crab cake Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Came here for brunch on a Thursday at noon & was seated & served right away. The dining room is small but it moves through pretty quickly. Got a Western omelet with a biscuit & fried potatoes as well as a coffee. All really really good!! Will be back. read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Western omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

It was good to see this spot remain not just a restaurant but a good restaurant when Fresh Chef Kitchen moved down the strip mall to a new location and then reopened here as Fresh Egg to incorporate breakfast and keep doing lunch with some menu differences from FCK. Ed. Note: Yikes, that acronym may be a little too close to... Well, another word. It took me quite a while to actually eat at Fresh Egg but now that I have it's nice to be able to assign them 5 stars. My wife had a salad with grilled salmon on top and I opted for the chopped steak which came with grilled onions, brown gravy and mashed potatoes. We both were happy with our meals. Oh, I also got a house salad with blue cheese dressing and it included super fresh greens/veg with good quality house made dressing. Service was good and friendly with multiple staff members taking care of diners to insure all was well. There is both indoor seating and a handful of tables outdoors on the sidewalk with a lovely view of the parking lot. Hey, it's a restaurant in a strip mall, what might you expect? We look forward to the next visit. read more

The service was fast and friendly. The food was hot and tasty. We really enjoyed our meal and will return for lunch 8n the future. read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - This is the drink specialty menu. They looked refreshing... you may enjoy these libations. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

This is such a cute restaurant with pretty good food. We had to wait a bit as it is quite small. Yet, it was worth it. The food was great and the staff was very friendly. I order the salmon with rice and beans. It was quite tasty yet the cute cornbread muffins did it for me. I would definitely recommend it. read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Cornbread muffins - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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Food is great, prices have definitely increased though. Their biscuits are amazing. We typically eat in because their online ordering hasn't been available for pick up- not sure why, the place wasn't packed. read more

Fun, clean and great food. Excellent service with a genuine smile. Had a meal here while passing through and would definitely stop again.

Cute restaurant, friendly staff and decent prices. Seemed like a local favorite because it was very busy with people coming and going on a Tuesday morning around 10am. I went simple and got the egg + cheese biscuit. Cheddar was super strong and not my favorite but the biscuit was fresh, flaky and delicious. Pretty fulfilling for just $3. BF got an egg/cheese/Turkey sausage biscuit and said the same thing about the cheese being too strong but enjoyed the biscuit and was very happy to have the Turkey sausage option. Got a side of grits, very cheesy and thick. Didn't check out much of the inside but the outdoor dining has 4 (2 seat) tables. read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

The food is average. Nothing is exceptional or even noteworthy. However, it is well overpriced. That could be why business has gone to other places. The service is good. read more

Found this little gem right off I77 while traveling. Friendly service and excellent food. Corned Beef is made fresh on premises and the corned beef hash and the reuben sandwich were delicious. I highly recommend this spot for breakfast or lunch. read more

The hubby, a friend, and I went to Fresh Egg Restaurant again today for a quick bite to eat. I had the egg platter with shrimp, scrambled eggs, gluten-free toast (includes cheese), and potatoes. My hubby had the egg platter with bacon, cheese grits, biscuit, and scrambled eggs with cheese. We all enjoyed our meal as usual. The gluten-free toast is delicious and so are the regular biscuits. Charlie, our waitress was excellent. She went above and beyond to make sure that we were seated promptly, and checked on us the perfect amount of times to ensure we enjoyed our meal. The restaurant was busy when we arrived, and we had an appointment to go to, but Charlie made sure that we were able to get a seat ASAP! Kudos to you, Charlie. read more

I had the worst chicken pie I have ever tasted all though it was looking good it was awful no thank you !

First time here. Great food and great atmosphere. Service was great! Will definitely return!

I'm in North Charlotte, and Yelp NEVER recommended this place for Bruch. BIG Fail. The hubby and I found ourselves here after church. There was no wait, but it was full. I had shrimp and grits. They were delicious! Possibly the best in Charlotte. The only thing that could've been better is they could've been served warmer. My husband had pancakes. They were normal pancakes. No harm, no foul. The service was outstanding. Julie, our waitress was so friendly. The restaurant is a little tight, so if you're concerned about COVID, go when it's not busy. The lady at the table beside of us was upset because her mother didn't invite her to Thanksgiving dinner because her brother was coming and didn't want her there. However, she was invited to Christmas, but she thinks it's because mom just wants her grandkids there. I prayed for the family after they left. We were THAT close together. Everything came out quickly. It's similar to a diner style ordering system. I plan to try the pot pie when I go back. I may become a regular. Hidden gem, highly recommended. read more

Funkheizer’s Diner - Shrimp & grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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Great food, & service! Our party of 4 had Omelets, Pancakes, Bacon & sausage & gravy. read more