I cant believe we were so close to this place and we never tried it. I had the most flavorful breakfast experience in a long time. I couldn't find a place that would make eggs Benedict with actual flavor until today. Everything seemed home make including the bread on my husband's plate. Crispy potatoes and fresh fruits added to the experience. Taylor our waitress was phenomenal, very friendly and attentive. The very owner Janet stopped by to our table to talk and we expressed how much we loved everything. The restaurant itself felt homey. Very happy with our visit. Now where do I find the 10 stars bottom?. :) read more

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Josie's corner is a true mom and pop breakfast spot. You walk in and seat yourself to an empty table.(if you can find one! This place was packed on a Sunday morning) I waited a few minutes until a waitress came over and cleared a table for us. We were seated and brought waters. The waitress was efficient and so down to earth. The food came out fast and was fresh and on point. I got the special with 2 eggs scrambled with cheese, home fries with onions, bacon and I had to try their homemade bread! It was thick and delicious. I also got the French toast with the homemade bread and it was my favorite. Great diner with great food. Fast service which I liked too. I would come again! read more

Josie's Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

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Quintessential local breakfast spot, decent but basic fare Came here since I was waiting on a bakery to open, so decided to try a new place. Coming inside, was greeted by one of the servers and told to sit wherever. Picked a bench seat then looked through the menu. Asked for a recommendation, was told their French toast was great. So I got a short stack and a decaf coffee and waited. Watching the crew work, I saw a lot of locals greeted by name. Orders go in with little interaction and the staff were more interested in asking about their day rather than just taking orders. This is the type of spot one goes to for the community rather than the food. Which is good, cause the food isn't very strong. The French toast was soaked well, but not mixed enough. Leading to pockets of egg whites in the bread. Not enough cinnamon in the mix, and the initial presentation was very simple. I had to get lots of extras to doctor up the French toast to make it look good, which helped but it was still fundamentally lacking. Price was reasonable, so it's an affordable breakfast option for those looking for a quick bite. If you're looking for a place to make your staple breakfast joint and you live close, this place will scratch that itch. Go in for basic fare and you'll do just fine read more

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This little diner (where all the breads & muffins are made in-house) is a total gem!! I came here on a Saturday morning with my dad for breakfast. We were a little discouraged at first, and we actually almost left before trying the place, because there was a line that was almost out-the-door. Fortunately, we quickly realized that this was primarily due to the size of the place (and the subsequent size of the waiting area) rather than the number of parties that were actually in front of us (which was actually only 3 or 4). This being said, it still took around 20 minutes for us to get a table due to the place's unique seating policy. There are no hosts or hostesses that seat parties as they come in, rather parties just take a seat at any table that is open and clean. This being said, we were told by the people in front of us in line (who claimed to have been coming to the place for decades) that the servers wait a while after parties leave before they clear their table, as they try to give both themselves and the kitchen a break since the place is so popular otherwise. When we were finally able to get a table we were immediately impressed with all of the various options, including a wide selection of omelets, muffins, pancakes, french toast, and far more. We opted to sample a few different things, and we were very impressed by everything that we tried (especially the muffins). It was all delicious, but our favorite was the muffins and our least favorite was he pancakes Our waitress was very friendly as well, and the prices were extremely affordable! read more

Josie's Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

Stopped into Josie's with my dad for breakfast and had a wonderful time. Our waitress was very friendly and welcoming. The inside is quaint and has a cozy mom-and-pop diner feel to it. I got the pancakes and my dad had the gluten free French toast. The pancakes were GIANT and super tasty. Great service, food, and atmosphere. Real convenient being right off the highway too. Big portions for a cheap price. Just a lovely place all around. Dad and I will definitely be returning for more!! read more

Josie's Corner - Full stack of pancakes with side of sausage and home fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

The food is always amazing, the staff is always accommodating and very pleasant , highly recommended!

Ever since I saw Cinnamon Swirl Coconut French Toast on the menu, I have been dying to come here. I finally stopped by for a Sunday breakfast with my Fiancé and I'm already planning on visiting again. Upon arrival, we took notice of how busy they were, but luckily we only waited about 15 minutes before being seated. My Fiancé ordered the Corned Beef Hash with eggs, home fries and toast, and really enjoyed it. I stuck with the French toast and had a side of home fries and a sausage patty. The French toast was just as delicious as I hoped for - the crunchiness and loads of shredded coconut was perfection. The house-made bread was nicely thick and fluffy with just the right amount of cinnamon swirl. The breads were also pretty big, that I barely touched the home fries. Additionally, our waitress throughout the visit was very attentive and friendly. I highly recommend Josie's Corner! read more

Josie's Corner - Cinnamon Swirl Coconut French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

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In the not so distant past, before "the great disruption" that was covid, Josie's was my regular breakfast spot. As service slowed, my business faded away. Covid saw an end to it. Remembering that the food was five star, I decided it was time to return. Arriving at 7:00 AM, I noted a sign on the door, requesting patience, due to staffing issues (they are hiring, so, if food service is your thing, stop in and talk to them). Taking a seat at the counter, no patience was required, as the cheerful waitress immediately poured my coffee, and took my order. I chose the Irish Benedict, and waited less than ten minutes. And yes, there were other customers; so, my visit didn't seem impacted by the staff shortage. But, what did I get? Two eggs, fried to perfection, with dripping yolks, corned beef hash atop two lightly toasted english muffins, smothered in creamy, packed with flavor, hollendaise sauce. Yeah, I know, I had left my phone in tha car, and forgetting to take a picture will not get me into the Yelp elite; but, that won't stop me from giving credit where credit is do; so, back to my review. So, what did I get (with the Irish Benedict)? The potatos were browned quite appropriately, very well seasoned with a slight garlic flavor, and a soft inside. No catsup needed. When the bill arrived, I was a bit surprised that the twenty I took from my wallet didn't cut it; but, I had a great meal, very friendly service, and, I full enough to feel as as I had eaten all three meals for the day; so, I couldn't complain. All in all, Josie's may have just reclaimed it's place on my regular stop list. I'll just have get there early, to avoid the rush (but remember, they are hiring, so..). read more

The homemade muffins here are absolutely outstanding. So is the original Benedict. Very very glad we found this great breakfast spot and we plan on returning soon! Thanks for the excellent service as well!! read more

I love Josie's! Food is always delicious. Yesterday I went with one of my friends and had a great breakfast! This place is always super busy. Specially on the weekends. Our food took A little longer than the normal but we were understanding as there are shortages everywhere. Staff is wonderful! My friend ordered the egg Benedict and it comes with homemade potatoes . I had eggs, gf toast with hash and potatoes. The bread they have is homemade and it's delicious. They have gf options such as muffins, toast and French toasts. Never a bad experience here at Josie's. read more

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The food is always very tasty! The staff is very nice and the enviroment is nice and calm too! It may become a little loud when its crowded but dont let that deter you from having an amazing breakfast! 20/10 would highly recommend!! read more

A mysterious stranger approaches me on the street, and says, "Jason P, you may only eat breakfast in a restaurant once this month. You can either order whatever you want from a 3 Yelp Star Breakfast restaurant. Or, you can order toast at Josie's Corner." . . . I choose Josie's toast with its homemade bread 100% of the time! I value restaurants that execute simple things at a very high level. That's Josie's homemade bread and toast. It's not fancy bakery, crusty, sourdough round type bread. It's the type of bread loaf that you might buy sliced at the grocery, but way better and fresher. Bread like whole wheat, marble or rye. It makes the perfect morning toast. Today, I ordered a sausage, egg and American cheese on Josie's whole wheat toast for takeout. Great execution across the board. A well grilled egg. Tasty sausage. Perfectly melted cheese. And Josie's awesome toast. As highly as I feel about Josie's bread, one could feel even better about their homemade muffins. They're always super fresh and delicious. I posted a pic of their Morning Glory muffin. They will split it and grill it in butter, which is just tremendous, but today I bought it to eat later. It's great at room temperature too. Josie's serves a wide range of other breakfast items in a small diner setting. I'm contractually bound to order something involving their toast though. A month passes, the Mysterious Stranger finds me on the street, and says . . . "Jason P! You chose - wisely!" read more

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I love little places like this! When I travel I always try to find those local spots with great food and good service that you know have become a staple in their community. Josie's Corner is exactly that! Busy when we walked in, it was clear this place was a local spot that people visited every week. We were able to choose our own table and quickly greeted for service. A lot of great breakfast staples to choose from, I ordered the Irish Benedict. Slathered in rich and creamy Hollandaise sauce, the corned beef hash flavor and saltiness was just the perfect balance for this meal. The eggs were cooked exactly how I liked them and I requested it be on top of their house made bread! Their house bread.. really good! Light and fluffy with thickness and full texture! The only thing I wish was better was the bottomless coffee.. a little lacking in flavor, tasted a bit watered down. Unfortunately most places use generic coffee brands or don't have the right ratios down. I'm a coffee snob though, so no loss of points because of this! Ha ha! If you're in and around the area looking for your breakfast fill, I definitely recommend stopping by Josie's Corner! read more

Josie's Corner - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

I love this place. All staff is friendly and fun, always have a smile on their faces. Great pick-up order ahead option. Always quick. Clean home like environment. Many options for Breakfast and lunch, new specials and items. GO VISIT, YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED! read more

Josie's Corner - Double egg, bacon and cheese on a hard roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

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Chef is rude she called what I wanted "Nasty." Waitress is rude. Customer is never right here. Idk if it's because I'm brown bc that's the vibes they give off. Food is mediocre. I would recommend CJ's in New Britain every time. I've been here three times and every experience has been the same. Also watch your step floor is super greasy. read more

This review is for Josie's Corner. My wife and I highly recommend this restaurant for breakfast. This restaurant is very popular and at times there is a wait. However we were seated right away. 5 Stars on the big four for us: acknowledge us timely (it's ok to be busy - we are happy to wait but acknowledge us when we are seated), pleasant wait staff (very pleasant), clean and pleasant facility, great, great food (big and delicious portions). All 5 stars here ! Don't hesitate - go to Josie's Corner ! read more

Their homemade toast and motherly like servers will keep me coming back. Josie's Corner is one of those breakfast places. Everyone that works here is literally just so happy to see the same faces over and over as well as showing excitement when meeting a new one. Imagine starting your day with a smile. That's the definition of Josie's Corner. I had a simple breakfast, two (2) eggs scrambled with sausage patties and I tried some of my girlfriend's bacon which she was in love with. She loves her bacon and told me that it was noticeably different here. To me, it was an above average piece of bacon but I mean that's enough for me to know. This place is so magical that it had someone excited over a perfectly cooked piece of bacon. Something that stood out from every other simple breakfast place I have been to. Their homemade bread. I loved it! I had their homemade cinnamon swirl bread which were really nice and thick slices. I never care for the buttered toast I get from little breakfast places but for once, I was amused. That's a big thing for me. Anything that gets you to stand out, you've already won my review. The service was outstanding. Quick and attentive with a strong hint that you have to come back and visit your new family. Exactly what I want from any breakfast place I dine in. To conclude my experience, it was a good one. A very happy and comforting one. Nevermind, it was spectacular. read more

Came here after being in the area and researching Yelp. The good reviews don't lie. Prices are not bad. The service was great. Very pleasant people working there. The food was terrific. I especially loved their home fries. Wife had her usual eggs Benedict and she enjoyed them. Can't go wrong here! read more

Went to Josie's Diner today for a late breakfast and it was quite underwhelming. The food was just average, nothing to write home about. The service was slow, and the atmosphere was somewhat dated. It's the kind of place you might go to if you're in a pinch, but I wouldn't go out of my way to return. read more

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Best breakfast of our whole trip! This was the best possible last minute decision I've made in hangry mode (aka give me food now or I'll lose it). We were seated quickly, served quickly, and ate some of the best breakfast food! Our server was so cute and we southerners felt like we were right back home talking with her and trying her suggestions (muffins, etc.). Hit this place up if you are passing through. You won't be sorry you did! 10/10 would go again. read more

Josie's Corner - Breakfast sandwich - amazing! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

I love this place. The food and service are top notch. I enjoy everything about Josie's. So Good ! read more

Tried the Stuffed Pepper soup, it was delicious. The bowl was nice and full and served with a side piece of buttered bread. The broccoli salad side was the best we've ever tasted. A great family run restaurant. read more

People are very nice. Eggs Benedict one of the best I've had. The atmosphere is welcoming but busy and a bit compact. Highly recommend nevertheless. read more

My husband and I decided to try Josie's because one of his customers recommended it and gave us a gift card. I love breakfast and I can eat it any time of day. So I was super excited to try a new spot. This place is so adorable! What I love most is the cleanliness of this place. It was spotless! The staff was welcoming and friendly as well. I walked in knowing what I wanted. I ordered their veggie omelette and you have the option of sautéed or raw vegetables - which is nice for those who are calorie conscious. Along with a side of short stack pancakes. BOYYY what a feast I had, little did I know the pancakes would be huge!!! I would of been done with just one but that's ok! It wasn't wasted that's for sure. Their home fries were delicious. They had a good crispy on them with a soft inside, just right to dip in ketchup. The pancakes was cooked nice and fluffy with a nice touch of crispy buttery edges. My husband ordered French toast topped with walnuts and corn beef hashed. He cleaned off his plate real good. If I'm ever in this area again, this is where I will be for my next breakfast break. read more

Josie's Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

5 star food & service even during Covid. We were on the Berlin Turnpike and Yelp pointed us in the right direction for a fantastic breakfast! Coconut cinnamon French toast, with a side of requested well done bacon (came out perfect) and we split a butter rum muffin toasted and grilled. The food was tremendous. I upgraded to real maple syrup which was a good call. We brought home butter rum, and blueberry muffins for our sleepyhead teens, they loved them too. Plastic ware, cleaning between customers, hand sanitizer, and masks were all present as well as spaced out tables to keep everyone safe. There was an abundance of bees at the outside tables and that we saw proved a bit scary for a family with young kids who moved to an inside table. read more

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The place is amazing. The food is incredible. The prices are better than most. The homemade bread is incredible. Waitresses are friendly and hysterical. To the KS's of the world, 5 stars is what this restaurant is. People like you, that complain over petty things hurt restaurants, whether you know it or not. Get over yourself, this is real life. People argue, and waitresses run around the restaurant. Some people are "hard of hearing " and the waitresses are friends with them. You should know the situations before you comment on something that is none of your business. read more

Very good place! Service was a little bit slow because they seem to be understaffed. They do make a few off menu items which are interesting! read more

Had a solid breakfast at Josie's this past weekend. Steak and cheese omelette was cooked perfectly. The home fries were crisped up on the outside which just how I like it. Coffee and service was great, you can't go wrong here for a nice meal. read more

Josie's Corner - Steak and cheese omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

We had an event this morning at Josie's Corner. We had to change our reservation to another day, and they were so nice, accommodating, and friendly. They made us all feel like we have been customers there forever. The food was very good and enjoyed by everyone. Thank you so much for making this event special. read more

I love this place for breakfast! Always friendly staff, and delicious food. They have the best omelets- there is a cheeseburger omelet, a house special omelet which is like a pepperoni pizza omelet *drool* and there are also more classic omelets with veggies or you can create your own! Their pancakes are also so. Good. I would suggest this place if you're looking for a cute little breakfast spot to regular with friendly service!! read more

Nearly post-covid review: Our first on site dining out experience was breakfast here, beneath a canopy the waitress herself set up. Our coffee wasn't neglected, despite being outdoors. We felt like tipping extra. In this town full of breakfast spots, Josie's Corner is still a yummy standout. Commercial bread is available, but Josie's homemade bread is the star, making this the place for French toast. They didn't mind substituting homemade bread for the English muffins in my eggs Benedict. The omelette combos are fun, and diner standards like eggs Benedict or eggs/bacon are available ....it's never an easy decision. Post covid, there seems to be a restaurant staff shortage everywhere, but we didn't have to wait too long, and were stuffed. Josie's is right off 9 and just off the Berlin Turnpike, so it's a great spot if you're passing through with parking around the back. Plexiglass divides the inside booths, and 3-4 tables are out front if you prefer. I hope the outdoor dining, seasonally at least, stays. read more

I recently had my first experience for breakfast at Josies Corner. It was so extremely loud in there that my husband rolled up pieces of napkin and stuck it in his ears to deaden the sound. Breakfast food is pretty basic and for the most part I was pleased. I told my waitress I did not want home fries, yet home fries were on my plate. So I gave them a taste. They were so over the top salty that I couldn't eat them if I wanted to. I asked the waitress for an extra napkin and never got it. The wait staff was very friendly and for that they should be praised. Overall, I won't be returning. read more

Excellent food and at a very good price. Had the grilled ham & cheese with potato salad and a cup of stuffed pepper soup for $15. Sandwich was great and stuffed with ham, soup was outstanding, though it was only soup of the day. Very friendly staff, service was outstanding. Ambiance had country style feel. Try it, you'll like it! read more

I started coming to this place two years ago, and I still frequent. This place is out of this world! The muffins are insane and the homemade breads are amazing. If you're searching through Yelp for a new breakfast place this is it - you MUST try this place. As far as COVID regulations it appears as though they follow everything. Tables are distanced, everyone wears masks, and there is hand sanitizer available. read more

Really cute and good breakfast place. Service has never let me down, so I've never had a bad experience here. It's your typical breakfast place to be honest. read more

Yelp - I needed a place for breakfast that was local and you did not lead me astray. We came for breakfast but we also came for the toast. Yes, you read correctly, toast was what the other reviewers raved about - and what we found was so much more. Josie's Corner is a cute local breakfast spot that was doing a brisk business when my party of four arrived on a recent Saturday morning. Quickly seated and drink orders taken - a silence fell over the table as we decided what to order. I had told my brother to check out the reviews of the place and when asked what he was getting all he said was TOAST. Those were my thoughts exactly as several other reviewers had mentioned that all of their bread was homemade. The menu has your standard breakfast fare - from eggs to pancakes (plain, nut and fruit flavored) to a cinnamon swirl French toast - but we were here for the toast so the four of us ordered a variety of omelet's that came with you guessed it toast and. We thought that we had everything in order when much to our surprise we were told that there was not one but THREE different types of bread to choose from that day. Our waitress (and head baker - possibly the owner???) told us our options were honey wheat, marble rye and cinnamon swirl. Arghhhh - choices but this was quickly remedied when we were given the option of two different breads to try. I settled on an egg white veggie omelet and a slice of marble rye and a slice of cinnamon swirl. Coffee was always keep full and when our orders arrived I dug into a not only flavorful but pretty looking omelet. I usually order the same thing at breakfast places and cannot tell you how many "ugly" egg white omelets I have eaten in my day. In addition we were also served home fries that were flavorful and had the right amount of crispiness to them. But the toast was the star of the meal - thickly sliced with a fair amount of butter, the marble rye was my favorite and even had caraway seeds in it - definite plus! The cinnamon swirl was okay and our waitress told us that the French toast really brings out the flavors of the bread. End the end there was not a morsel of food left on any of our plates. For the four of us - it cost about $47. A good value IMO. One of the better breakfast places in the area. Do yourself a favor - skip the Denny's or IHOP and come to Josie's Corner, you won't be disappointed! read more

Josie's Corner - Veggie omelet with homemade toast (marble rye and cinnamon swirl) that is baked fresh EVERY day - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

I was on the hunt to find a breakfast joint that I have not been to before and that is how I found Josie's Corner. All the raving reviews and comments got me all the more curious. The ambiance of this place may not be very appealing but the welcoming nature of the waitresses will make you settle in right away. The menu is good and has the right amount of items where you will not get confused. I ordered the Josie's Omelet and I have to say, it was AMAZING with the pepperoni and the ricotta and the marinara sauce. I asked for the homemade Rye bread with my order. The homemade breads are so moist and soft and very delicious. My friend ordered the egg benedict and the hollandaise sauce is so rich. He switched the english muffins with the homemade honey wheat bread and it was a good decision. We also ordered for a portion of corn beef hash and a slice of cinnamon swirl french toast. I was disappointed with the french toast. It did not have any flavor than that of the cinnamon and it was absolutely not sweet. Also to keep in mind, the wait is long to get seated over the weekend. Overall, I like this place and will definitely go back. read more

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Giant pancakes, friendly service and reasonable prices! What more could you ask for? Stopped by on a whim and was glad I did! Came on a mission to eat pancakes so ordered a full stack of chocolate chip banana pancakes right off the bat. My server wisely suggested the short stack. Boy was she right, those things were huge! The cakes tasted amazing, frequent coffee refills and prompt service. I highly recommend coming here for breakfast. read more

Josie's Corner - Short stack - Banana Chocolate Chip cakes. So goooood! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berlin, Connecticut

Unfortunately, quality seems to have gone downhill at Josie's Corner. Once my favorite spot, I am now annoyed by multiple things on every visit. On one past visit, I was served a raw pancake - batter still liquid inside. It was remedied, but that's a rookie mistake. If you make pancakes all day long, you should be able to cook them properly. Service is generally slow and lacks the friendly atmosphere that once existed. Yesterday was my breaking point. Service was so slow - I get that it's busy, but honestly, if the food takes longer to come out, that should free up some time for servers to check in on their tables. It took 30 minutes to get our food and then another 15 minutes until our server came by and I could ask for jelly. Then she kept getting "side tracked" even though the counter was like 10 feet from our table. My eggs (requested over easy) were over cooked, my home fries (requested extra crispy) were under cooked and in some sort of slimy goo. Since our server didn't check on us following delivery of the food, I couldn't get it rectified. Also annoying - when she finally came over, she didn't even ask how it was or ask if there was a problem (my plate filled with uneaten homefries and eggs). Both my husband and I got sick following our meal, and he has a stomach of steel. Josie's - it was fun while it lasted, but we will be moving on. When quality started to decline, we gave you multiple chances to show us it wasn't a trend. However, the lack of food quality and friendly service is upsetting and we no longer see the value in driving to Berlin for a mediocre breakfast experience. read more

This is a corner I want to stay in. I love Josie's Corner--from the atmosphere, to the food, to the staff. I highly doubt you won't find something that you love and enjoy here. It's your classic breakfast shop, and I really wish it was close to home for me because I would be here so often. When I stopped in, I was welcomed immediately by the staff. I hopped up on a bar stool at the counter and ordered shortly after. Heavenly smells came out of the kitchen I looked in to and, before I knew it, my order was served up with a light chit-chat. I got a ham/mushroom/spinach omelette, which came with toast and home fries, as well as cinnamon swirl french toast. Regarding the omelette, MASSIVE. I didn't think I'd be able to finish it, but it was so good I couldn't stop eating it. Regarding the home fries, AMAZING. So well seasoned and cooked. Regarding the cinnamon swirl french toast, GET IT. Don't ask, just get. Everything is made with love and care and from scratch. To say nothing about the staff at Josie's Corner would do the entire place an injustice. The two servers that I had and chatted with in the early morning hours were incredibly kind, extremely efficient, and simply wonderful overall. They really made my experience. Sure, you may be able to find a place with good breakfast food, but can you find one with outstanding service? Probably highly doubtful. I'm very impressed with the service here and appreciate it. The only drawback, in my opinion, is the amount of butter I had in my meal. OK, it's delicious--don't get me wrong, but I've been trying to eat healthier. (Well don't go to breakfast out then, Brigit.) But I wanted to try Josie's after seeing it's delicious meals, and--to be fair--I had ordered the omelette with the ingredients sautéed, which meant added butter. Overall tasty, but a little bit much for my liking if I wanted to have it every day (which, again, I would if this place was closer--I'd find a way to make it work.) Whether you're from or not from the area, go sit in this corner and enjoy. It's a treat to have such fantastic service and delicious food!! Josie's Corner is truly a hidden gem. read more