Java Grind &amp; Grill

Very chill and welcoming environment…read more Excellent food and lots of gluten free options (even gluten free pancakes!) The eggs and omelet options with the gluten free English muffin are also delicious.

My fiancé who is a French toast expert said the crunchy French toast was quite possibly the best…read moreshe's ever had. Got sat down quickly on Easter Sunday. Well oiled machine for service. Good vibes. Quick service. Food quality was the main driver for the review. Surprisingly inexpensive for the quality. Kudo's to the people that are running this place.

A view from our window seat.

Huevos rancheros

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3.9(541 reviews)

1.9 mi

My food hasn't come out yet but it doesn't matter and won't change the review. This place is set up…read moreso insanely cramped that servers and staff can't even access the tables and have to pour hot coffee over guests shoulders....guy next to me has been here for 10 minutes and has had to get up atleast 5 times because the servers can't navigate. If you can't fit the tables, you can't fit them, don't be ridiculous

Super find on our way to Salem. Loved the inviting atmosphere. Service was great! Their bloody…read moreMary's are delicious-could have had a few. I decided on one of their many eggs Benedict perfectly cooked and very yummy! It was hard to decide they had so many tempting items and from what I saw coming out of the kitchen it all looked spectacular!

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The Emporio

4.9(30 reviews)

0.8 mi

This is a small, Italy-inspired boutique café, and we absolutely loved it. From the aesthetic to…read morethe food and menu, everything is thoughtfully inspired by Italy. When we visited, the owner herself was working solo, which made the experience even more special--she was incredibly welcoming and kind. The cappuccino was excellent, and the overall vibe was calm and relaxing. Such a lovely spot, and we'll definitely be back.

The food and service is fantastic, but the hours of operation leave something to be desired.read more

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Pesto, buffalo mozzarella and tomato on homemade bread

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4.2(234 reviews)

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Super cute diner with lots of seating and friendly staff. We came on a Friday morning and were…read moreseated immediately

The sausage was amazing but huge portions. Food tasted really good. The seat was super badread more

Lox bagel sandwich and corn beef hash

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Pignone's Café

4.1(127 reviews)

0.8 mi

I visited family in Stoneham and this is their favorite breakfast place. Family owned, great…read morediner/cafe vibe with friendly, upbeat waitstaff. The benedicts are amazing. I loved the Italian Savory, but then I also got to their their toast and housemade ricotta another day. For lunch, I had their Melanzana (Italian Eggplant) sandwich on a perfect, soft ciabatta roll. I had never heard of it, but since it was right there at the top of the menu, I figured I had to try it! Nothing bad here. Easy parking, homey vibe, and great people. The perfect neighborhood restaurant.

We had lunch here this week and loved the food, service and atmosphere. My wife's BLT and my Ruben…read moresandwich were presented promptly and were delicious and the iced tea was outstanding and we were offered more to go as we left the restaurant. We will definitely make a return visit the next time we're in the area for another doctor's visit.

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4.1(89 reviews)

1.0 mi

The staff is always incredibly friendly, but occasionally a bit slow (juggling tables)…read more Drinks are very good. They have a nice selection of food options, reasonably priced. I'd consider this a local tavern (vibe).

What happened here. The place was a 5-star when I came last year. Everyone's meal tasted like it…read morecame out of a Price-Right freezer. Orders a chicken sandwich and it was like a MC Chicken. The chicken wraps tasted like they were packaged chicken put on a wrap. No sauce. I don't think they had a chef. All the sides like fries potato tots and sweet potato fries were not very good and the sweet potato fries were cold. Place was clean but I still think it's strange that the table was just left at the end of the table. Waitress brought water and left a pitcher and a stack of glasses. She never came back. Someone else brought out the food and asked how things were. Cheeping out like this is an easy way to go out business. Friday night and the place is empty. If we don't have someplace to be we would have walked out and ate someplace else.

Fried Feta

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" Breakfast On Point "…read more The breakfast here is delicious. It is reasonably priced . It tastes fresh. Coffee was surprisingly good . Workers were friendly and genuinely happy to see us . I recommend this place if you haven't already been it's a good spot for breakfast.

Food, coffee and service were amazing!! Kim was an absolute delight!! She is full of joy!! We will…read morebe back everyday we are in the part of Boston. Bonus they open EARLY.

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Ernie's Lunch

4.7(54 reviews)

2.4 mi

CASH ONLY little gem near melrose highlands. It's a family owned place with wonderful, nice owners…read more It's a small space but the hearts of the owners are large. You'll be greeted and seated with warmth. The menu has all the classic brunch spots. I got the eggs, hash and home style potatoes. Everything was made on the spot. The owners knew pretty much everyone there by name, so you know it's a spot people come back. I'll definitely be back. Thank you Pam!

What an absolute find this place was! A little hole-in-the-wall restaurant that's easy to miss…read more Extremely friendly service with unbeatable prices! Menu fairly limited, but they offer a good amount of specials and you can find pretty much anything you would at most breakfast places. Got a biscuit breakfast sandwich that was on special. Came with home fries and ordered a side of bacon as well. Food came out quick and everything was delicious. Staff seemed to know every customer there or that came in for takeout. I need to become a regular here and cannot wait to come back!

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Sidewalk in front of Ernie's Lunch

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Delicious breakfast! We had the kielbasa and cheese omelet with veggies - SO great! And oh my gosh do we LOVE tapatio hot sauce!

King's of flavor

4.5(16 reviews)

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What a great find this was! We were looking for a breakfast place on Thanksgiving morning and…read morethankfully King's of Flavor was open. It's a short distance from downtown Wakefield and offers a mix of Latin and American food with an interesting and diverse menu. Everything we had was fantastic. My son said the the huevos rancheros were the best he ever had. My Western omelette was willingly customized by substituting sausage for ham and was delicious and plentiful. This is a very friendly family run restaurant that was perfect. I'll be back soon!

This is a cute diner with good food, service, and an industrial location. The menu has various food…read moreitems like omelettes and pancakes, and also some fun Latin American specialties. For lunch; they also have papusas which we need to try. Parking is readily available as this is in an industrial area. If you are in the area and want a place for a good meal without a wait, this is good. Tip: They also support pay-by-phone with QR codes to make things easy for those who like to pay without a wait or the back and forth with a server. A slight cash discount is also available.

Where the magic happens!

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Delicious Horchata

The Stones Common House & Kitchen

3.7(220 reviews)

1.0 mi

My party of 3 arrived around 7 on a Friday night and we're seating in about 10-15 minutes. It was a…read morebusy night, there wasn't an open space at the bar, so we were so thankful to be seated without reservations. The interior is nicely decorated, and for a smaller (than most) restaurant on a busy Friday night, we got our food and drinks pretty quickly. I ordered the Caesar salad with steak - I ordered medium well but got it well done, but the added my cooked onions to the meal and I was content. My mom and aunt ordered the short rib and they enjoyed their dishes. This is a cute place to catch up with friends, go on a date, or bring the little ones. Happy this is in the area!

I have been here twice and had a very good experience both times. This is a strong neighborhood…read morespot with a broad menu and something for everyone. There are plenty of options for food, beer, wine, and cocktails, which makes it easy for groups. Service was exceptional on both visits. Friendly, attentive, and well paced without feeling rushed. That stood out and made both meals more enjoyable. Inside, the setup is comfortable and casual with a lively but manageable atmosphere. It is a good place for a meal or just drinks. The Stones is located right in downtown Stoneham and has easy off street parking, which is a plus. On my visits, I had the cheeseburger flatbread once and a steak the other time. Both were good. When I have been in others ordered the salmon, cheeseburger, and Cobb salad, and everything looked solid. No complaints from anyone. Overall, this is a reliable and easy place to come back to. Good food, strong service, and a setting that works for a range of occasions. I would come back anytime.

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Shannon M.

36

6

0

10 years ago

Went this morning to try a new place in Stoneham for breakfast and was NOT disappointed :) Iced coffee (flavored) was delish, and I got the eggs Benedict - the Canadian ham/bacon was super thick that my little tummy couldn't finish it all! The home fries could have used a little more seasoning, but loved that they were crispy. Great portions for amazing prices! My boyfriend got the Spartan meal and he was pleasantly surprised how well the laege amount of pepper jack cheese melted into the scrambled eggs. You can tell this brother/sister duo are about great prices, even better food and awesome customer service. Will definitely be trying this place for lunch soon too.... once I'm out of this food coma :) read more

Henry D.

0

97

0

8 years ago

Went in once recently, not sure I'll be returning. Pros: Good coffee, but they didn't offer a refill (as most places do) The pancakes were fast and also tasty. Clean bathroom. Cons: The bacon side were strips that appeared to be cut in half and shrunk. No water on the table. You got a server, but had to pay at the register. The table was uneven, giving a "eating on a ship" vibe. Given the size of the place, you'd think they'g go with smaller booths or half-tables all around. Sort of an odd placement of people eating, hanging around or waiting for take out. Also not sure if a "B-Boy" is a Jim's market thing they just decided to copy. read more

Scott D.

0

1

7 months ago

I was between doctors appointment and looking for a breakfast place in the Stoneham area when I came across the Java Grind & Grille. It is rated at 4 1/2 stars on yelp and I quickly realized why. I was greeted by a very friendly staff. The setting was quaint and enjoyable. The menu was expansive for those looking for a full breakfast or looking for a quick muffin/pastry and coffee. The coffee menu was also quite expansive offering something for everyone. I got the meat lovers omelette, and it was one of the best I ever had. The service was quick and caring from start to finish. I would highly recommend the Java Grind & Grille to anyone. read more

Theo F.

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10

0

8 years ago

I'm not generally a pancakes person but they were great here! The portions are very large, which I hadn't realized going in but we had food to take home. They also have great iced coffee with a variety of flavors. It can be hard sometimes to find a breakfast place that has good iced coffee so this was a definite plus for me. I went during the week and it wasn't crowded but I can't speak to how it may be on the weekends -I'd imagine Saturday and Sunday mornings it would be pretty crowded since it's a pretty small place. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for a good breakfast place in the area. read more

Carolina B.

10

1

2

6 years ago

This place is amazing. Customer service is excellent. Food extraordinary, they French toast is hand down the best,delicious ...I had the avocado, egg and spinach sandwich on a bagel and let me tell you it was incredible.Me and my husband We appreciated the chef coming to your table to ask how was the food and if we needed anything else. Food was incredible and so was the customer service. I appreciate all the staff there, super friendly and they all had a big smile on their faces which made my Sunday morning so special. read more

Ed L.

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1

0

9 years ago

Found reviews of them and stopped on our way north. Immediately got service. My wife only drinks decaf and asked if they could mix a little hazelnut in. Barista said they had hazelnut decaf and would start brewing some. Both ordered standard two egg,hash browns and sausage. Wife decided on a bagel instead of toast. Everything came out quickly and was ample and delicious. My regular house brew was delicious! Great place! If we're ever down there will stop y again. read more

Paul R.

0

1

0

9 years ago

Stopped here for breakfast real quick, we ordered eggs Irish and a steak and cheese omelette to go as well as chocolate marshmallow coffee. This food was amazing, some of the best breakfast food I've ever had and the coffee was delicious. The service was awesome and the staff was super friendly. It was a great expieriance and we are more than happy we stopped. read more

Amelia H.

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4

0

10 years ago

The food was awesome! I tried some of my friends food- who got pancakes & a sandwich. I got the chicken fingers and fries, which were 10/10. And lets not forget about the staff, they were awesome & so nice I love them there! I totally recommend coming here on sometime like a rainy day or just needing some cheap-ish great food. Totally recommend! read more

Matthew H.

0

1

0

6 years ago

Stopped here on a whim for breakfast months ago going back up to NH after running errands in Boston. Ordered the "F Bomb" I think it was. Phenomenal food and protein shakes. This is an absolute gem of an eatery. Great staff and food. This local place deserves national franchise. Modern and health conscious. A must try read more

Carla R.

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2

4

2 years ago

The Eggs Benedict were absolutely divine -- the perfect combination of creamy hollandaise, poached eggs, spinach and fries. And the French toast was equally amazing, perfectly golden and fluffy with just the right amount of sweetness. A truly delightful breakfast experience read more

Rick B.

8

2

0

6 years ago

Visited Salem/Danvers for the first time and stopped here based on intuition and a few reviews. Awesome, awesome staff and some of the best iced coffee I've ever had plus some amazing food. My girlfriend and I traveled from Maryland and this was reason enough to return. read more

Danielle R.

45

14

7

6 years ago

Love Java SO much! The iced coffee is amazing (and you can order them by the gallon to enjoy at home). Highly recommended their steak bombs and breakfast sandwiches. Kelly makes you feel right at home, and Jess is an amazing cook. read more

Ellen MJ K.

0

1

0

7 years ago

This place is great! The food is delicious. The staff are friendly and attentive. There's a fun variety of coffee flavors which are all amazing. We've been there twice and loved it both times. The omelets are fantastic. read more

Laurel C.

12

2

0

9 years ago

This is a little hidden treasure! We stopped for breakfast and the food was delicious. The coffee was second to none. Great service without being intrusive. We will try the lunch menu and another perk you can BYOB.. read more

Cara A.

175

5

12

10 years ago

I am a huge fan of this place. Best chicken salad! I also love the breakfast bagel. So good, a must try! They also have yummy coffee. My favorite is Summer Suprise but I also love the other flavors too!! read more

Meg H.

0

1

0

10 years ago

I drive by this place all the time and finally stopped with my 3 yr old. The coffee was perfect, the sandwiches were yummy and the staff is super friendly. What a great " hole in the wall" find! read more

Melissa L.

107

3

0

10 years ago

Freshest and tastiest iced coffee I've ever had! I was in a rush so didn't get food but I'll definitely be beck to try more!

Josh M.

0

1

0

8 years ago

Food great, coffee amazing, customer service excellent, and get the French toast bites! They will change your life!

Ace A.

0

5

0

9 years ago

The food was good. The coffee was good. The service was good. The restaurant itself was not very clean though.

Nunya B.

0

7

0

3 years ago

Cancelled!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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