The best diner I've ever been to the food is the best and service is fast and happy staff all over the retro style makes the place beautiful

Local popular establishment with that home-cooked feel. Bring ca$h, as credit cards are not honored.

The pancakes were flavorful, the omelets were decent. The Hot chocolate was tasty. And above all the service was very pleasant.

I hate giving bad reviews to small, locally owned places. However. I also hate wasting my hard earned money, and others'. I got pancakes, 2 eggs, and bacon- for over $13. The pancakes tasted like there was pepper in them? Not really sure- something not in pancake mix. Eggs were Overcooked and the bacon was, well thin. I won't get into the syrup- but it wasn't something I ever want again. Also- I found the service to be short and not very friendly. read more

Looks like a total "dive" inside and out. Is filled with locals and very friendly waitress. Plenty of parking, but pavement rough. Quick service. Breakfast fine: I liked the pancakes. This place is clean but run down. read more

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Great food, fantastic prices and sweetest waitress EVER!!! If we lived in this town we would be eating here every Sunday morning!!! They know their local customers by name! And Teggs were cooked to perfection!!! read more

Doesn't take card- bring cash!!! This is a mom and pop so I love supporting them, but bring cash. The meals are super good. Our hotel, the Colonial Hotel that we were at doesn't serve breakfast on weekdays so I had to venture out ( day of a wedding) for food that wasn't Dunkin. I had heir French toast meal which also had eggs and meat of choice( bacon for me) and I asked for blueberries- freshest ones ever! The food was so good and the waitress was beyond sweet. I would go back there if in the area. read more

Gabbys Place - Fresh blueberries! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

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We ventured to Great Wolf Lodge but found the food disappointing so we ventured out for breakfast and found Gabby's Place. A great local place, not fancy, but great food, friendly people! read more

Gabbys Place - Our wolf pups after a yummy breakfast @ Gabby's!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

After a yr of being issue-y due to C19, Omicron, Shutdowns and what have you, I have to say slow and steady wins. Awesome food and they always remember my order specs. Delivery time is on point. Take a chance! read more

One of the best spots for breakfast in town. They accept phone orders, too. The place is cosy, and the owner always seems to be in a good mood. read more

Don't pass up this little place, especially based upon how it looks from the outside. As they say, looks are deceiving! Inside is a very friendly staff and a menu of great breakfast and lunch dishes, as well as daily specials on the board. The portions are generous and the prices very fair, especially when compared to any other restaurant. Tiny inside, but comfortable. Bring your appetite and be prepared for a great meal! Oh, plenty of parking outside too. If you found this review helpful please tap a thumbs up to let me know - thanks! read more

Bottomless coffee. Breakfast sandwiches that beat an egg mcmuffin. Fast service. Friendly! Good prices. Everything you could want for breakfast or brunch. They also sell a house made muffin of the day. Corn beef hash with home fries was really good too. A must visit!! read more

Great local breakfast and lunch place! "Small place for BIG appetites!" is the slogan here! Gabby's Place is conveniently located off Route 2 at Exit 23, just south of the rotary on Pearson Blvd, across the street from Williams Restaurant. The atmosphere inside is that of a very cozy greasy spoon hometown diner, which has 9 stool seats at the lunch counter and five tables along the front and side walls. The place has a lot of character and the staff and regular patrons address each other by first name. The menu offerings include a full breakfast menu (served all day) including order by number breakfasts, egg dishes, stuffed Texas French toast, pancakes, corned beef hash, 3 egg omelettes, and breakfast sandwiches. Donahue Bros Coffee is brewed here. Lunch offerings include grilled and cold sandwiches (served with potato chips & pickle spear), melts, burgers, hot dogs, soups, and desserts. The prices are reasonable, breakfast dishes $2.95-$7.95 and sandwiches $2.50-$6.25. Daily specials are offered too including homestyle meals like baked haddock and lasagna (sells out). I was in here for lunch recently on my trip out west on Route 2. I arrived here around 12:15PM and the parking lot was almost full and upon entering the place was packed, though I immediately found an open stool at the lunch counter. I looked over the menu and looked at the specials board. The waitress promptly took my order. I quickly decided to order a bowl of Clam Chowder ($3.75) and the Meatloaf Sandwich Special ($5.50) and a glass of cold water. The waitress also asked me if I'd like the meatloaf served cold or hot, type of bread, and what I'd like on the sandwich (gravy was a choice). I love choices! I ordered the Meatloaf Sandwich with lettuce, tomato, mayo and provolone cheese on a bulkie. The Clam Chowder came out quickly, served very hot in a big bowl. This chowder had smooth creamy broth with potatoes, minced clams, and lots of real bacon, should be called "Bacon Chowder." The chowder was a good soup, and the taste was on the salty side from the bacon. The Meatloaf Sandwich arrived soon after. The sandwich was very good served on a toasted soft bulkie roll. The hot meatloaf had a very soft texture which had minced onions and peppers and the condiments chosen gave it good flavors. The potato chips were very standard. As I finished up, the lunch rush was winding down. I was stuffed and passed on the dessert special strawberry shortcake, which looked very good. Overall, a solid good filling lunch at a good price ($9.83 with tax before tip) with quick and efficient service on this recent visit to Gabby's Place. Back on the highway! CASH ONLY read more

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I LOVE their Steak and Cheese. it is SO GOOD on that fresh bread! I moved away from there, but when I go back to visit family, THIS is a must have for me :) read more

-Cash Only- So delightful! Fancy it is not - but what a ... not gem - GOLD mine! Gabbys is right across from Williams' Restaurant in Garnder, offering plenty of parking, even on the busiest of mornings. Although we never usually have an issue, come earlier than later on weekend days - it can be tough to find a seat. surely an old diner, this place can seem a little dimly lit, in need of updating, and a tad cramped for space. Chairs are mismatched and the silverware is cheap, but let me tell you absolutely none of that even matters the food is soo good! The offer either homemade or canned hash - I get why you crazy canned weirdos like it so much - truly I do... but Get the scratch made stuff you won't be disappointed. VERY good. Now eggs are eggs... and I've had some pretty awful eggs in my vast experience with diners and greasy spoons. The Eggs are actually MEMORABLE and DELICIOUS - just the right amount of salt and they must use cream in the scrambled to get it to the perfect consistency - absolute pro on the griddle man - dude deserves a medal! Homefries are grilled to perfection all soaked in bacon grease, paprika and just s hint of salt - the meats are choice too - and greasy oh my yes - perfect for the short morning after a long night! I also had the absolute joy of downing a waffle - prepared only with fresh banana and whipped cream. OUTSTANDING. Usually a Belgian waffle is so heavy I can never finish the entire thing,. . Not only did I scrape up every crumb of this full sized waffle, but I didn't feel like a lead balloon upon leaving. Coffee Score 6/10 - and was never left to go cold! Service was quick and friendly - kudos for holding the place down all by yourself too! Though it can be drafty in the winter - they have a little vestibule to avoid wind gust from coming in every time the door opens - which is a lot - they are no secret amongst locals sadly! So in love with breakfast I may never try lunch! read more

Gabbys Place - So simple. So good. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

My favorite place for breakfast around! They've been awesome doing curb-side takeout during the pando, had outside seating over the summer. It's excellent diner-style food, and the waitstaff are extremely friendly and attentive. The muffins are all made in-house, so don't sleep on those! read more

Awesome sub rolls! small family run! Steak and cheese is my favorite here good food to pick up in the area for a picnic!

Don't judge a book by its cover. Had a great lunch there at a reasonable price.

Good food. Fast and always friendly. I always call to pick up my breakfast order and they always get it right.

Just fantastic. Wonderful people, great atmosphere. The food was standard breakfast fare but the homemade quality made it feel like it was made with love. The owner was very kind and gracious. Definitely a recommended hidden gem. A few small warnings - cash only, and very limited seating, but that adds to the charm. read more

This is my kind of place! The coffee is great! The food was great. The place is the best kind of breakfast place. Basic and GOOD. Service is good. Don't expect anything fancy. But expect to leave happy and full! read more

Gabbys Place - Inside Gabby's Place. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

Passing through Gardner, the chair-town, with increasing hunger from descending adventures in New Hampshire we Yelped for breakfast and found Gabbys Place: 4.5 stars (Remember it is Gardner Massachusetts). When we pulled up it was not what we expected. The place from the outside looked like a converted little house-trailer, set at the roadside; a leftover from the American sixties. There were many cars in the lot so certainly the locals we figured liked the place but good reviews included out-of-towners. We figured we might have to wait for a seat and were about to drive away and move onto another place when we decided we would take our chances instead of continuing to drive around; we were hungry. People were walking out as we approached the screen door. The place was even smaller inside. A sixteen foot counter and five tables along the wall for seatings of four. An American dinner! There were two empty tables. We were happy and sat ourselves. Service was prompt; coffee was fresh, strong, and endless. Nice touch! Food was fresh and tasty too: see photos for view. Prices reasonable, however, be aware: CASH ONLY! When we offered to wash dishes to pay for our meals we were told the dishwasher would have none of it. So we brought out the king: Cash! Friendly place of which we, if in the area again, would stop in for some grub and brew. read more

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I love this place!!! I plan on driving 40 miles from my home just to eat here again! The food is good, a nice variety and high quality. This is definitely a diamond in the rough and from the outside you may be reluctant to go in but you would be missing out if you passed up this place. We had Eggs Benedict and home fries, pancakes and bacon and Belgium waffle and eggs, all was wonderful and we rolled out of there due to being so full!! The people are kind and quality as well. It is very small so it may be a short wait but the turn around is super quick and I will definitely bring friends and family again!! Lastly the prices were great, a family of 4 (3 adults and a child) left with a bill (not including tip) under $30. Enjoy!!! read more

OK, so Yelp can be a funny place... sometimes you see a place with 4 and 5 star reviews and feel the same and other times, not so much. This was a not so much time. After a disappointing dinner at Il Forno the night before, my beautiful wife was determined to find a great place for breakfast. We were staying at Great Wolf Lodge in Fitchburg and wanted a shot at a good breakfast so we went offsite. Well... while our waitress Rosa was very nice and while the food came out pretty quickly, it was just average. My son enjoyed his egg, bacon and cheese sandwich and would have given the place 4 stars, but this is my Yelp account plus, he's 10. My wife and I both ordered the Belgian waffle and while the waffle was pretty good, the fruit toppings were canned and not great. Well, the banana was fresh, but the strawberries and blueberries weren't. I haven't seen a blueberry that small since I opened a can of them about 20 years ago to make a blueberry pie. I also ordered a couple of eggs and a side of home potatoes. The eggs were cooked well, but the potatoes were pretty bland and tasteless. We ordered a chocolate chip pancake for our Little One and he ate most of it. He usually scarfs them down. If we end up in the area again, we may give this place anther shot and order something else like one of their omelets... it's a toss up though. read more

Delicious fast reasonable price. Highly recommend. Small place but great food. A+ here

3 stars based on cleanliness of the place overall. Bring Cash as everyone else has said. Does NOT offer military discount, even though they have US Air Force photos on the wall behind the counter. Food is ok - ask for the homemade corned beef hash, the stuff they serve to the tourists is from a can. The biscuit gravy tastes somewhat like mushroom soup base with a little sausage - I happened to like it but if you're particular you might not. Portions are really big - so either split or get ready for the treadmill if you come here with a New Year's resolution. Overall, ok place, they're understaffed like everywhere, but the food is generally good with big portions. read more

Little hole in the wall but it's amazing! The staff is always friendly even with the pick up from Covid including take out and dine in. Their eggs Benedict is delicious! read more

I ordered hash the person next to me had home made hash. It looked really good.My order came out with canned hash. Which was mostly potato's and salty. If she warned me I was getting canned hash I would have ordered bacon. read more

The best place around to get a sub. I'm a wrap person when it comes to ordering from places like this, but their bread cannot be beat, so I have to get a sub. read more

This place is great. I stop by on the way from Boston to Brattleboro. Homemade hash, friendly service, huge portions--all in a tiny place with so much ambiance!! I look forward to it every time I'm heading west! read more

I had the corn beef hash, eggs and fries in which, are square potato wedges (South). I was actually impressed. The food tasted fresh and it wasn't very bland. A little pepper helps. Carry cash. read more

Gabbys Place - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

Always good breakfast, fast friendly service, reasonably priced. Homemade hash is always a good choice. Small place, off the beaten path worth visiting if you're in the Chair City area. read more

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This is the great local breakfast dive. Simple, honest, and dependable. Also not far off the beaten path just far enough.

This is a great little place to have breakfast, I have not been for lunch yet. My son turned me on to this eatery. This is really a diner, very small and cash only but the food and service have been terrific. I tried the homemade corned beef hash which was tasty, and traditional over easy eggs, toast , ect. My son had the pancakes and they were over the top huge, he could not finish and he is a big eater. Reasonable prices and a good quick place to get a bite for breakfast. I've been three times and it was a good experience each time, maybe a little cold inside one day this winter but the hot coffee took care of that ;) read more

Gabbys Place - Small stack w/ strawberries n whipped cream. Delicious! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

Cute little place had an omelette with ham onion and tomatoes home fries and toast . Not much seating but more than I thought before I walked in. Staff knew her regulars, but didn't make me feel like I didn't belong if that makes sense ... Good came out fast Would go again read more

Stopped on our way to Lake George and found this place on Yelp. Food is delicious!!We ordered an omelette with side of sausage and steak tips with over easy eggs. Service is quick and friendly. Place is small, as expected with a diner, but worth the stop. Would definitely come back. read more

This little gem was walking distance from where I lived in Gardner. Best breakfast with the friendliest staff.

Probably one of the best breakfasts I have ever had! I would drive another hour and half to go there again. Our waitress was very attentive, outgoing, and funny. It's obviously a place we're all the locals go because everyone was greeted by name. The eggs were fresh as well as the veggies and coffee. Huge portions for cheap! Delicious:) read more

Gabbys Place - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Gardner, Massachusetts

Was in the area, and found Gabby's Place by accident. The breakfast was very tasty, and the portions were large. Very friendly place, with great service. I wish I was still in the area, so I could go again. read more

Very good! I got the home fries, home made hash and eggs. Excellent! Owner is very friendly. Food was good. I will be back!