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    HK Macau Bistro

    3.8 (509 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Pretty MJ on the tables
    Clara C.

    Another one of the local canto cafes in San Gabriel - this one is on a strip mall with Chongqing Special Noodles and Four Sea. There's plenty of parking. People like coming here at night because they close at 2AM. The menu is extensive, as is expected of HK cafes. They have breakfast items and lots of other shareable and individual dishes. Prices are pretty average, I think. On the night of my visit, they were closing early to do a deep clean. I hope they do a good job!

    Vic C.

    HK Macau Bistro is located in a small strip mall off of Las Tunas Drive, with a small parking lot shared by other businesses (Cathy's Bakery, Chong Qing and Four Sea Restaurant). Since my husband and I were in the general area, we decided to get a late dinner on a Saturday night. We walked in around 8:45 pm and were acknowledged by an employee after waiting for maybe 5 minutes asking if we would like a table. But the strange thing was that I had told the the employee who acknowledged me that I wanted a table for 2, he didn't sit us. He looked like he was trying to clean the table but then just walked away... but luckily another employee saw us and asked how many for a table. But anyway, after looking over the menu, we ended up ordering: A11: Fish Siu Mai with Rice Roll, $13.99 prior to tax- I ordered this dish, which was plenty for one person (this dish is found under the appetizer section of the menu). I actually really love rice noodles and also fish siu mai so this was a great combination for me. And the peanut and soy sauce mixture poured all over reminds me of when I had freshly made rice noodle in Hong Kong many years ago. But my husband would prefer the rice noodle not to have any of the sauce (or on the side so he can maybe just dip it if he wanted to). I think this dish could use less of the peanut soy sauce mixture too but I still overall really liked this dish. D9: Grilled Pork Chop with Black Pepper Sauce, $16.99 prior to tax- This dish comes with your choice of either steamed white rice or noodle. My husband decided to have rice. He thought the pork chop was delicious and perfectly cooked. He also really liked the black pepper sauce that he picked to go with the pork chop (I know you can also pick a mushroom sauce but I don't recall if there was a 3rd sauce you can choose from or not). Portion wise, this is more than enough for one person since you are getting 2 pork chops. This is actually one of my mom's favorite dishes to order when she goes to any Hong Kong style cafes too. ----------------------------------- (Total= $34.23 after tax, prior to tip) Service was minimal. I spoke both Cantonese and English (well actually my husband spoke English and I spoke in Cantonese. I am just trying to make myself speak Cantonese more) so you shouldn't really have a problem ordering here. I really like the food and I am glad this place does open late. And it was pretty busy as time progressed while we were here. We also saw a few large groups come in and the staff moving quickly to put tables together to accommodate these big groups. Overall, we had a positive dining experience and would come back.

    Chicken & abalone congee (front) Dried scallop congee (back) You tiao  Chow mein Pineapple bun with butter
    Joyce J.

    Love how this restaurant is decorated. Totally has the HK/Macau feel. Each table has either mahjong tiles or dominoes under the glass surface. The street signs of HK are on the wall. We had the breakfast combos- congee plus two sides. I chose the you tiao (fried donut) and bo lo bao (pineapple bun). My friend got the chow mein instead of the pineapple bun. All of the dishes were yummy! We had enough to bring leftovers home. We arrived at 8:30am on a weekday and had plenty of seats to choose from. At about 10am, the restaurant was packed with people waiting in line to get seated. Strip mall parking.

    Beef curry stew
    Lila S.

    I ordered the HK-style pineapple bun, beef stew curry, and a cold HK milk tea. The pineapple bun is a slightly sweet, soft bread served warm with butter which adds a little bit of savory flavor. The beef in the curry stew was soooo tender and the curry was perfectly flavored; it also comes with rice. The milk tea was not too sweet and very good; it also has free refills! Everything I had today is a must-try, but I would love to try more of the menu in the future. Everything was delicious and definitely authentic. The servers and host were really friendly and the inside was casual and comfortable. I would definitely come here again!

    Iced lemon tea
    Jenny C.

    I visited during the late afternoon and although it was not busy, they accidentally only handed us the special afternoon menu which consisted of maybe 15 items total. I am not sure why my party and I failed to question this hahah. Anyway, we ordered the: - Beef Chow Fun: Very solid, not the best or the worst. Not too oily, yet had great flavor to it. I would recommend this! - Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings: I would highly advise against ordering this (view photo attached). It seemed like they coated the chicken wing in 10 layers of batter and did not fry it enough. Why are my chicken wings WHITE. Also, TOO SALTY. Eating straight MSG. - Butter Toast: Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Very classic dish and cannot go wrong. All these dishes came with one free drink as well, could choose between HK milk tea, lemon tea, Chinese tea, etc. all with unlimited refills. The restaurant is so well decorated and very reminiscent of Hong Kong/ Macau. I loved all the details such as the mahjong tables and dominos underneath the glass. The service is also very reminiscent of HK, as in it is essentially non existent. Although the restaurant was not busy, we still had to constantly wave over the waiters. I like how consistent they are with the theme.

    exterior, business front
    Van D.

    On my first attempt to try HK Macau Bistro I went around 10am, the parking lot and street parking nearby was full, and I saw a large crowd waiting at the entrance. I was too hungry to wait but I decided to come back nice and early. At my 8:30am visit I was able to be selective in their parking lot and no wait to be seated. Yay! I love the interior décor. The table had dominos underneath the glass, the dishes and utensils had lucky auspicious affirmations. I'm all for the positive vibes this early in the morning. Staff are incredibly quick and efficient. They are really on top of it. I think they really have to be in order to meet the demand of the busy crowd. I was excited for the breakfast specials since I love breakfast foods. I can eat it all day! The breakfast combos come with your choice of drink. Cold drinks are an extra $1. After looking at some photos on Yelp and some helpful Q&A with my waitress, I decided on their Breakfast Combo D. Porkchop & Egg Pineapple Bun with Dried Scallop Congee ($13.99) and I opted for the Iced Lemon Tea ($1 cold drink upgrade). What a deal!! I also added a side order of the Fried Dough Stick ($3.50) or also known as the crueler or Chinese donut since I like to have it with my congee. It wasn't needed from a portion perspective but I just like it. The food came out quickly, the congee first and then the fried dough stick and porkchop & egg pineapple bun. What a feast! The ladies at the lady next to me were so excited at my spread they asked me what I got. They thought I was really pro but it was actually just my first visit. Inside the pineapple bun there was a fried egg, porkchop, tomato, lettuce, and sauce. It was a huge sandwich. This is one of the bigger pineapple buns I see and it was well stuffed. The amount of food I ordered was enough to feed 2 people. The congee was really subtle. I didn't get the fried scallop that is in the name... I would just perceive it as a plain congee. The fried dough stick was oily and didn't taste too fresh. I probably won't order it next time. Nevertheless a still overall fabulous meal. My tea was refilled before I had the chance to ask. When I asked for the check, they knew to bring me togo containers without me having to ask too. Very smart service! I had a great meal here and I will definitely come back if I wake up early enough to come at opening.

    Baked chicken over tomato sauce and cheese
    Eric K.

    I was visiting the area and my friend recommended this place for dinner. We came around 7pm on a Saturday and it wasn't too crowded. By the time we started eating, it was beginning to pack up inside. The ambiance was chill and the service was pretty standard for an Asian restaurant. Servers don't check in unless you call them over, nothing over the top. I ordered the baked chicken over tomato sauce and cheese. It was amazing, I'm still thinking about it days later! The tomato sauce was super flavorful without being crazy strong or tomato-forward. The cheese was baked perfectly on top, leaving a nice crispy texture but still chewy and stringy at the same time. I would definitely come back!

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    Rick S.

    Whenever I visit the SGV (San Gabriel Valley) from the SBBC (South Bay Beach Cities), which is about a 45-60 minute drive each way, so a culinary commute that resembles a bit of destination dining as an inconvenient trek... I do like to try new places. This is a good spot overall and I liked the food here overall. The wait for a table took a short bit but that might be a testimony to their quality and popularity for the demand to dine in. It's Cantonese Comfort Food.

    Tofu and pork
    Will M.

    Came here the other night around 10pm and it was still pretty packed. This is a great spot for a late night meal since they stay open until 2am. I'm a big fan of Cantonese cafe style food, so this place was right up my alley. One of my favorite dishes was the house steamed chicken. The chicken came out super tender and the ginger scallion sauce was absolutely bomb. We also ordered the braised tofu with pork which was really good, but definitely something you'll want to eat with rice. The bitter melon with beef was tasty too, a little on the salty side, but perfect when paired with rice. The salt and pepper chicken wings were another highlight. They were huge, juicy, and packed with flavor. Overall, this meal really hit the spot. Good food, generous portions, and one of the better late night options in the area. I'll definitely be back.

    Baked tomato rice with chicken , tofu with mushrooms
    Vivi L.

    One of my absolute favorite dishes to get at Hong Kong cafes is baked tomato rice, and we got it with chicken this time... omg it was amazing. The sauce was rich, slightly tangy, and baked perfectly into the rice. I swear I only come here just for the baked tomato rice and getting chicken was a nice surprise because I usually would get it with the pork chops. SO GOOOOOD. The braised tofu with mushrooms and broccoli was also really solid. It's comforting and really well seasoned. Brick toast was really good too. Crispy on the outside, soft and buttery inside, exactly how it should be!!! The only thing was the pear chicken soup that was a whopping $12.99 for a smalllll bowl. It tasted delicious but the price was not worth it for how small the portion size was I really love this spot so much. Every time I come here, the quality is consistent and the customer service is so fast!!

    Menu (1 of 5). 4/26/2026
    Sandra L.

    Portions are great here. The flavors are on point. Nothing to complain about for Hong Kong Style food! There is always a wait for a table it seems. I always fo takeout, so it doesn't bother me. They've updated their takeout menu, which looks a lot cleaner and easier to navigate. My go-to order is Singapore Rice Vermicelli ($16.99), HK Macau Curry Beef Brisket ($18.99), Beef Chow Fun ($16.99), Salted Fish and Chicken Fried Rice ($16.99), and Water Spinach and Chili Fermented Tofu ($16.99) when it's in season. Parking continues to be very limited here since it's such a small parking lot. People often double park when picking up food.

    Mike Y.

    Terrible service!!! Very disappointing experience with the waiting system and staff. We arrived in the morning and were the first people in line at the entrance. However, when the server started handing out numbers, they skipped us and gave a number to the people who arrived after us. We asked why we were skipped, and the server told us that the group behind us had four people while we only had two. The server specifically told us that it was okay because we would still be seated before them. Later, the group of four unexpectedly left. Instead of moving us forward, the restaurant gave their number to another party. That party was originally two people, but they were then allowed to change the number of people in their party and ended up being seated before us. We reminded the same server about what they had told us earlier -- that we would still be seated first. The response was basically, "There's nothing I can do. I only go by the numbers." That was extremely frustrating and confusing. If the restaurant only follows the numbers, then why were we skipped in the first place? And if the staff member told us we would still be seated first, why was that explanation completely ignored later? We were the first ones there and simply expected the waiting system to be fair and consistent. We weren't asking for special treatment -- we just wanted the same rules to apply to everyone. Unfortunately, the way this was handled left us feeling that the waiting system was unfair and that the staff did not take responsibility for what they had told us.

    baked pork chop rice bolognese
    Cyndi W.

    my favorite hk bistro! All 3 things we got were so yummy and I keep coming back! The baked bolognese pork rice is my #1 and my main reason to come back to here. The flavor is just right and perfectly sweet! But I tried the ovaltine french toast and the pineapple buns for the first time and they were both delectable. The toast was moist and sweet but not overwhelmingly sweet and so fluffy at the same time. Pineapple buns were warm, salty sweet with a crunchy shell! I will always keep coming back here. Totally recommend. And the price is unbeatable. The service is alright, but as you would expect in an authentic asian restaurant, they don't do too much but will always be on top of it if you ask. The decor and interior of the restaurant makes you feel like you're in macau, very detailed decorations and everything is on theme!

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    8 am to 11 am

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    Don't believe they take reservations. They just give you a slip with a number and call your number when a table is available. If you have a HUGE party maybe call them ahead of time or try to visit them to let them know. They do things pretty old… 

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    Popping Yolk Cafe - My yummy late brunch meal

    Popping Yolk Cafe

    4.1(1.3k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    We were back here this week because of My SGV Passport, and we got a free Benedict entree for it!…read moreWe opted for the Florentine Benedict, and the yolk definitely popped on the poached eggs! There is so much food - my partner and I shared one entree and an onion ring. I also got a mango iced green tea, which was so refreshing and perfectly sweet (not too sweet). The onion rings were nice and crispy, and it seems like they use the 椒鹽 seasoning that is used for popcorn chicken in other establishments. Delicious. Also, my partner tells me that onions are prebiotic, so we can put onion rings down as...healthy! The iced tea is refillable, and before we left, they refilled my tea and put it in a to-go cup for me. There is free lot parking around Alhambra. This is one of those places where you order at the counter and you find a seat (which honestly stresses me out a lot, but it wasn't too bad when we were there).

    Came to redeem the SGV passbook. They were super friendly and nice about it and do let you pick…read moreanything so it's amazing value! SERVICE Friendly but they do make you line up at the front and order first before they let you sit down. So it feels more like a fast food place, but then decor and food didn't feel like fast food. The food came reasonably fast and they do try their best to get you water etc quickly which is nice. FOOD Lots to choose from and nice variety. Definitely plan to come back again and try other things on the menu! Overall great food and great ambience. Very happy to have found the place. One less star for the wait. Was hot outside and they make you wait outside even if there's place to stand at the front and would had been cooler.

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    Almansor Grill - Eggs, bacon and hash brown

    Almansor Grill

    4.4(476 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    4/17/25 So we ventured to see this place, Almansor Grill which is in the city of Alhambra. If we…read morewalked & cut through the golf course from Vincent Lugo Park, it's easily about a mile or so. Today was definitely the perfect day. Knowing what I know now as I write this review, we would return & bring friends here. It's about 78 to 80°F on a Friday a few minutes before 1 pm, surprisingly, it was low key--only a couple tables taken indoors by patrons and a set of guys on the patio. At the door, it said to seat ourselves & I immediately shot to the patio. The set up: once seated, the server comes with menus, you order & it's a sit down meal. Giselle was our friendly & attentive server, young & attentive. Hubby ordered the breakfast burrito ($11.50) & I opted for build your own omelette $11.50 for a 3 egg omelette & choice of two items- mushroom and bell peppers accompanied with breakfast potatoes, and chilaquiles ($13.99) to share. The patio seating is fresh, airy, there are tables, outdoor furnitures (sofas) and bright orange umbrellas for shade. My photos captured these elements. The food arrived shortly, although not all at once. I didn't mind it all because the ambiance was so soothing with the sound of birds chirping away and the background of other patrons talking. The only complaint from Hubby was too many pototo chunks in his burrito. My omelette was hot, fresh ingredients, delectable & the potatoes were mixed with 3 colors of bellpeppers. Oh and the chilaquiles? Pretty darn good! The tortilla chips were crispy, perfect amount of green salsa, freshly diced onions & a sprinkling of cotija cheese. Was I famished or was it that good that I devoured everything? What's left was Hubby's potato chunk discards. Giselle returned a few times to ensure our experience is to our satisfaction & another staff also stopped by to check on us. Such a perfect meal & day-- I'm so happy with this visit. Parking is plentiful & free.

    Service was great and the caesar salad was dressed to perfection!…read moreSmall and cozy. We will be back to the more items from the menu.

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    Almansor Grill - 4/17/26 Lovely day, patio area facing the golf course , chilaquiles-superb! Love the green salsa

    4/17/26 Lovely day, patio area facing the golf course , chilaquiles-superb! Love the green salsa

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    Julienne - Filet of Beef Salad... really good!!

    Julienne

    3.8(1.7k reviews)
    2.7 mi•Oak Knoll
    •$$

    Lots of varied warm freshly baked pies to choose from…read more Enjoyed our brunch too. Will surely keep going back.

    I really wanted to love Julienne's because the restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful. The decor…read moreis charming, warm, and thoughtfully done, and it has a lovely atmosphere that makes you want to settle in and enjoy the experience. Unfortunately, the food and service experience left me very disappointed. The menu is surprisingly rigid, particularly for anyone with dietary restrictions. There are very few vegan options, and what was most frustrating was the unwillingness to make even very simple accommodations to existing menu items. For example, I ordered a salad and simply asked for the steak to be served on the side rather than mixed into the salad. I wasn't asking for ingredients to be removed or for the dish to be changed--I was only asking for the steak to be served separately. I was told this could not be accommodated. For a restaurant at this level, I found that unnecessarily inflexible. The customer service also left a lot to be desired. I had an interaction with the supervisor, Santos, that felt particularly lacking in empathy and understanding. Even when a restaurant has policies or limitations, there is a way to communicate them with a little warmth and consideration. Unfortunately, that was not my experience. It's a shame because the restaurant has so much going for it visually and atmospherically. I really wanted the overall experience to match the beautiful setting, but the inflexible menu and customer service made it difficult to enjoy the visit. I hope the restaurant will consider offering more options for guests with dietary restrictions and empowering its staff to make reasonable accommodations.

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    Julienne - Chicken Tarragon Sandwich... must order!!

    Chicken Tarragon Sandwich... must order!!

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    Mari Vees - Our 3 signature pancakes.

    Mari Vees

    4.3(367 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    •$$

    Had this bookmarked for a while since spotting it while trying Dumpling Bar. which is next door, a…read moreyear or more ago. It took over the space which used to be a fish restaurant. I liked the pics on Yelp and so finally got to try it for brunch this week, and boy is this place GOOD! Parking can be a drag even on a weekday mid-morning despite there being a good amount of parking spots on the entire block. That was a hassle. Once I found something, I went into the place, which is a small breakfast joint - not divey or anything, but also not particularly decorated. Didn't really matter though. The star for me were the pancakes. I got the blueberry pancakes, a side of bacon, a side of their breakfast potatoes, and a glass of fresh lemonade. The lemonade was good and clearly made fresh in-house, I think. The bacon was good, but bacon is always good. The potatoes were nicely seasoned, which was good because lately I've tried way too many breakfast places with bland, sad potatoes. Not here. The pancakes were amazing. They are super fresh and fluffy and served with an amazing cookie butter syrup. It may sound sweet, but it's not overly so. I honestly think these are some of the best pancakes I've had in many years in all of Los Angeles. They were honestly that good. And, I don't usually rave about pancakes very often. Service was friendly, attentive, and accommodating. The place was doing a good amount of business considering I went when most people should be in school or work and too early for lunch. I highly recommend you try this place at least for breakfast, though they also serve lunch. It's a real gem, and I can't wait to go back!

    Came here for brunch with my coworker. Service was quick & had a yummy meal. Our server was sweet,…read moreon top of things getting our refills, order in & food out quickly! I enjoyed their Benedict, eggs perfectly ooey gooey, hollandaise flavor & ratio was on point. My friend did say their cheeseburger was good just so much bread / bun! lol so wasn't really giving smashburger vibes! Cute little spot in San Marino!

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    Mari Vees - Cute and cozy vibes!

    Cute and cozy vibes!

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    Bagel Exchange - Ham and cream cheese and pizza bagel

    Bagel Exchange

    4.2(387 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    Bagel Exchange is my favorite bagel spot right now. My go to orders are usually a toasted jalapeno…read moreand cheese bagel or an everything bagel with plain cream cheese. Their bagels are always fresh, soft, chewy, and full of flavor. They're also a great deal at $3.50 each. On my recent visit, I tried their bagel sandwich with egg and bacon on a jalapeno and cheese bagel with cream cheese. The sandwich was so yummy! The scrambled egg was fluffy, and although the bacon wasn't super crispy, it was still tasty and paired well with the sandwich. It was also a great deal at $7.50. I have yet to try their drinks, but they have a variety of Filipino inspired lattes like ube and pandan. They even sell calamansi juice. Customer service is great! The only downside is the parking. They only have street parking, and it can be difficult to find a spot on busy days.

    Quaint spot on Main St. It was busy early in the morning, and the small seating area was mostly…read moretaken up by high schoolers, many of whom weren't eating. We eventually found a table. Service was basic, neither welcoming nor memorable. The food is the real draw. The egg and cheese sandwich with sausage on an everything bagel was good: super cheesy and steaming hot, though it could have used a bit more seasoning (personal preference). Overall it was just what you'd expect from a breakfast sandwich. The lox on a plain bagel was excellent. The bagel was fresh, toasted, and soft, and the salmon and veggies were fresh and crisp. It was flavorful and exactly what a lox bagel should be, and one of the best I've had. Both bagels were soft and delicious. We also got the fresh-squeezed orange juice, served in a capped bottle with ice. It's a must-try. Great local spot for a bagel.

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    Bagel Exchange - Egg white & cream cheese with sourdough bagel

    Egg white & cream cheese with sourdough bagel

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    Bagel Exchange - Eggs, cheese, and turkey bagel. Drink is ice dirty chai. (Mixture of tea and coffee.)

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    Eggs, cheese, and turkey bagel. Drink is ice dirty chai. (Mixture of tea and coffee.)

    Millie's Cafe - Pasadena

    Millie's Cafe - Pasadena

    4.1(2.6k reviews)
    4.9 mi
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    The foods pretty incredible and they have a whole vegan section…read more I got the vegan usual pancakes and they were pretty good You couldn't tell they were vegan or gluten free. They're a little more dense than real pancakes but they tasted great Got the chipotle sausage and plant based eggs and hash browns The hashbrowns were really good. Very flavorful!!

    I came to Millie's because of all the great reviews--over a thousand of them--so I figured this…read moreplace had to be doing something right. Walking in, it definitely has that California/Pasadena neighborhood café vibe, and I was looking forward to a solid breakfast. I'll start with the positive: Joey, the host, was awesome. Great attitude, welcoming, attentive--exactly how you want to be treated when you walk into a restaurant. Unfortunately, it went downhill from there. I ordered bacon medium, and it initially came out crispy. When I mentioned it to the guy bringing out the food, instead of simply saying, "No problem, we'll fix it," I got attitude and a response like, "What is medium?" Second round of bacon was actually good, so obviously it could be done. The biggest disappointment was the chicken fried chicken. The chicken breast was extremely dry. The potatoes were good, the eggs were good, but the main part of the meal just wasn't there. When it was time to pay, Elizabeth brought my check and I politely gave her my feedback. I wasn't asking for anything free. I wasn't trying to get the meal taken off the bill. I paid for my food. I simply explained that the chicken was really dry and asked whether they hear that complaint often. Her response was basically, "Everybody has their own opinion." And that right there killed the experience for me. Of course everybody has an opinion--that's exactly what a review is. But when a paying customer calmly gives you feedback about the food, there's a difference between saying, "I'm sorry you didn't enjoy it, I'll mention it to the kitchen," and basically dismissing them. For a locally known café with this many reviews, I expected more pride in both the food and the customer service. I'm not comparing Millie's to Denny's or some giant chain. I actually expect more from an independent neighborhood café. Joey: great job. Potatoes and eggs: good. Second bacon: good. Chicken fried chicken: dry and disappointing. Handling of customer feedback: terrible. I came in because of the reputation. Unfortunately, my experience didn't live up to it.

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