Firstly it is a seat yourself policy- which would work well if there was some sort of queue maintained. As it is, people entered from the front and the back leading to utter confusion and disagreements for seats. Secondly, the service is terrible! The silverware was so dirty that we had to request new ones. And our order took ages to arrive. People who came after us ate and left before we got our food! Their excuse was that it was crowded. The food was good, but not great. Overall, couldn't find a single reason to return! read more

Food is OK, service is absolutely awful. Went in on a busy weekend, We had the nastiest waitress who would just ignore her section of table when people would nicely say they're ready to order or try and ask a question. She even argued with the table behind us. We ended up walking out and leaving without ordering any food after 15 minutes. I don't remember her name but maybe it was Victoria or Vicky? I understand this is a family run shop but you need to hire people who genuinely care about service. read more

Great restaurant! Very calm, great servers, and great food! Ordered pancakes, eggs, and bacon! Highly recommend read more

Ordered buttermilk pancakes with sausage, and I don't know why the food tasted okay initially but left an unpleasant after taste in my mouth. I doubt the food ingredients are bad, and my body somehow has very sensitive reactions to low quality food ingredients (it makes me feel sick in the stomach). For 3 pancakes, it costs 8.50, so I would suggest people to go elsewhere because it does not worth that much at all. read more

This is one of the better places for breakfast or brunch. The omelets are great along with the pancakes. Service is great and it is a family! read more

In a city where there are few restaurants that serve breakfast Maugus is one of the better restaurants. The food is good but not over the top if you are looking for the real breakfast experience. The owner and his wife still run the restaurant and are actively involved. Good pancakes and omelets, but little flare. read more

Went there on a Sunday morning with no problem getting a table, probably because the food is nothing special and the service was pretty bad. The food came out quickly but the waitress didn't even check on us before giving us our bill. The staff is not friendly or welcoming read more

Have lived in Wellesley for 31 years, and eat at the Maugus for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Friday nights when available, The Maugus is an institutuin in Wellesley and is owned by a lovely family who care about home made food very much. Pancakes a great, french toast, scrambled eggs, omlets, fresh home fries and toast of your choice. Do you like a fresh turkey club, turkey cooked fresh each and every day and then created into a marvel of a classic and large turkey club, no turkey roll here, no way on earth. Greek dishes, and oh, the egg lemon soup is just amazing and good for a cold as well. Friday nights, they have a Boston quality dinner and live music at times. I had a Salmon dish that was an amazing value, and mashed potatoes that will extend your life 20 years because it is so great. See local sports players, red Sox owners love the Maugus and they are polkite as well. The wait staff are colorful and old friends. They make the experience human and friendly. Do yourself a favor and try the maugus if you have not, and if you are a regular than you know, you can cross The Cottage Restaurant off your list. Food there is dog food. read more

I am SHOCKED by the rude service I just encountered at Maugus Restaurant. Today I called the restaurant because my 12-year old son was going to eat lunch with some friends there. He has allergies to milk and egg so I wanted to make sure he would be able to have a sandwich. I have never encountered such HORRIBLE, VOLATILE behavior from a restaurant employee in my life. I began by asking if the woman who answered the phone could look at the ingredients in the standard white bread that they serve to make sure it was safe for my son. Clearly annoyed with me, she proceeded to tell me that "she doesn't make the bread, she has no idea what is in bread, she doesn't know how to make bread, and how is she supposed to know this information." She went on to ask me several times how I "as his mother" didn't know this information. Because she did not seem to understand the question I was asking-I tried again telling her what his allergies were (milk and egg.) I asked very politely if she would be able to check one of the packages before my son came in to eat with his friend. She repeatedly kept saying that "she had no idea about ingredients-and did I know them?" I then asked her if I would be able to speak to the manager and she said that she WAS the manager. I followed up with asking if the restaurant was trained in food allergy awareness and she claimed that they were. She then proceeded to swear at me and hang up the phone. Shocked, (and because my son really wanted to have lunch with his friends) I called back and politely told her that we may have been disconnected. She swore at me again and hung up. I understand that restaurants and businesses are under a great deal of stress right now. I get it. However, this was clear food allergy discrimination and aside from that, a terrible way of conducting business. I will NEVER eat at Maugus Restaurant and advise anyone with a food allergy to NEVER eat there. They clearly have not a care for anyone with a food allergy or in dealing with a willing, paying customer. read more

Will not go back. Service was really slow. And then our waitress gave my meal away to another table! She admitted to it, but sadly never did anything about it. I'm not expecting handouts but it's nice when a restaurant messes up and takes at least your juice off the bill. Other than that the food is just ok. There are much better breakfast places around. read more

They use very cheap ingredients and sell at high rates... Never again..foods tastes like crap

Very greasy. Limited menu. They are very old fashioned and attract an older crowd. They do not have any "healthy" options and are not good with dietary restrictions. Breakfast potatoes not good, I won't be back. read more

Nice breakfast at family run restaurant. We had blueberry pancakes, waffles, and eggs Benedict. All good. Nice atmosphere.

This place is not worth four stars by any means in our experience. The orange juice was the same quality as the gallon jug from Cumberland farms for 1 dollar. 5 dollars for a rotten fruit bowl? French toast was decent at best. It was overcooked and the bread was thin. 33 dollars for a breakfast for two. It was worth maybe half that. The service was good but that's about it. Go to a cheap diner and save your money. read more

This is a nice Greek place with good food all around. I am a Greek Salad condenseur and always get their salads. I just wish they would use that unpasteurized feta that most places use. It gives it that kick it needs, but aside from that I'm a regular. It's a great breakfast and lunch, and a neighborhood favorite. read more

Pretty decent breakfast place. First time visit on 4/5/13. The spinach omelette was very tasty. Family run, decent service. A lot of regulars from the looks of it. Easy street parking. read more

Must try!! Only real diner in Wellesley. Been there forever. Always packed and place is cramped, but these places are going away all over America. Support this great experience at least one breakfast (but go early or late so you don't have to wait outside in line!) read more

A hidden gem in Wellesley. The food is great and very reasonably priced. I would especially recommend the greek yogurt!

I came here for the first time today and I will never be back. Our server had an attitude and actually left during her shift because she said she "didn't want the f***ing table." She kept swearing nonstop until she ditched our table and left her shift. She was fighting with the other workers and was extremely rude. She also yelled out that there was a child molester working in the kitchen and that they were serving expired food. One of the gentlemen working in the kitchen coughed on the food as he was putting it out to the ledge and didn't even bother to cover his mouth. I am absolutely appalled by the service here and the unprofessional behavior of the workers. read more

This place is a charm. We enjoyed our breakfast. The service is good and we will be definitely coming back.

Good breakfast, definitly liked the small restaurant feel. I would say that it could use a little updating. Honestly not a lot of good breakfast places in the area. read more

The Maugus is the best!!!!! I've never met anyone who dislikes it, so I'm surprised it doesn't have five stars across the board! I've been going for over 15 years, and the staff remembers me every single time I go in, no matter how long it's been. Best egg sandwiches, egg lemon soup, and salad wraps around. 10 stars for the Maugus! read more

Mmm. I love how this place has breakfast everyday of the week. They typically close after 3pm or so I believe though for breakfast. Although I would honestly rate the food a 3 as its nothing too special (doesn't taste bad but it's not mouthwateringly delicious either), I'm giving it 4 stars because this place has great service. It's a very homey diner where the waitresses and chefs are very, very friendly and know you by name if you come often. They have the breakfast staples, french toast, chocolate chip pancakes, omelettes and so on. Good place to get an everyday early or late breakfast and the prices are fair around $5-13 depending on what your having. Come here if you're in Wellesley during a weekday and want a quick breakfast! read more

Great food and family run. The food here is always good and the family who runs it are always there working and talking to the customers. They will remember you each time you come in. It feels like you are visiting a family member and not just going out to eat at a restaurant. Great place to grab breakfast/brunch. read more

Cheap, basically nondescript diner food. I like their breakfast but wouldn't go any other time of day.

I enjoyed my Sunday experience at Maugus. My girlfriend and I walked in 15 minutes before closing and were warmly welcomed. The service was prompt, the food was tasty. I ordered a gyro with fries and would do the same again. My only critique is that I was asked to decide if I wanted breakfast or lunch before browsing the menu. Consolidating menus might help solve this problem. read more

As a Californian I can confidently say that this is your typical east coast diner that every little hamlet has. I'd guess it's family owned; if not the folks who work here have done so for a long time. The food is solid, service was warm but spotty, booths a little cramped. Free parking in the back a plus. I tried to pass on the breakfast potatoes but took one look at them and changed my mind. It was quiet enough for my breakfast meeting, so if in Wellesley I'd do it again. read more

Despite the efforts of the very hardworking people here, the food was mediocre. To begin with, we waited over ten minutes to receive a menu. We ordered a garden salad, waffles, home fries, and regular fries. I would not say that I am never coming here again, but I cannot say this is my first choice for an enjoyable and savory meal. read more

Very good breakfast food, particularly the omelettes. The Greek dishes are also excellent, particularly the moussaka and baked lamb. I'm surprised by the poor food reviews. I usually go in on week days when it is quiet, so weekend business may be a factor in that. It's an old-school family diner, and service is usually efficient rather than friendly. Don't expect them to kiss your butt like some of the negative reviewers! read more

Great little family owned diner. Came here for my friends a couple of times for brunch. This place is self seated and the food comes out quickly. I recommend sitting at the bar because service can be a little inattentive throughout the meal. When it comes to the food, the best thing here is probably their super fluffy pancakes. To summarize Maugus in a sentence: they have decent food for decent prices and nice staff. Definitely going to miss this place when I move out of Wellesley. read more

I am a professional blueberry pancake Eater. Pretty much all I order for breakfast. I am working in welsley and needed breakfast .I found this place on the internet. I think these were the best I've ever had.totally different taste then any other I've ever ate.the coffee was really good too. read more

This is a nice little diner. I don't think I could eat like this every morning or even every Sunday since the food is so heavy but it hits the right spot when you're craving a greasy breakfast. read more

Excellent Greek food. Cheap, no-frills lunch spot - perfect for a college student's budget. I only wish they were open for dinner!

Only go for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Dinner will disappoint you guarunteed! Their breakfasts are AMAZING. Pancakes, waffles, hash and eggs, muffins, they even have good cereal! You won't be disappointed. read more

Friendly service, cozy vibe, definitely a family run place! The eggs and pancakes are good (pretty much your typical diner food), but the bran muffins are the best thing on the menu, in my opinion. Fresh baked every morning :-) Very affordable!! read more

I've been going to Maugus since I was a preteen but I still occasionally go there for breakfast to reminisce with my girlfriends. I am a big fan of their breakfast. I always get a breakfast sandwich and fries and there aren't many places who serve french fries before noon so I am always very grateful. The servers are always very friendly and even when the place is packed, the servers do well at attending to everyone in a timely manner.This is definitely a kid-friendly restaurant with lots of regular families. I love the great diner food with the small town feel to the environment. Would recommend it to anyone. read more

I rarely eat everything in my plate, but I visited this breakfast place and was pleasantly surprised, ordered 2 eggs over well with sausage, white toast and home fries, all was cooked as requested and I enjoyed it, I will definitely come back.. read more

Small, friendly, mom-and-pop style diner. Not the greatest selection in the world, but good for a quick, cheap brunch.

In from out of town looking for a good breakfast place. This was GREAT!! Delicious food in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. Service was right on. Excellent prices given the area. Almost makes me wish I lived in Wellesley. read more

Passed this place every day for 5 years on my commute to Boston when I lived in Natick, but never went inside until I was back visiting this Thanksgiving. I regret not going sooner. It is a cozy breakfast place with fast service, good value, and tasty food. It is bigger than it looks, and even on the Friday after Thanksgiving it was easy to get a table for four. Maugus - would you consider opening a restaurant in Main Line Philadelphia? read more