8am visit on a Saturday…read more They have cute sage colored decor. Service was fast and efficient. We had Lucy and she kept the coffee full and hot. 10/10 Partner had corned beef hash. 3/5 He said it seemed thin sliced and not pulled, his preference. I had sweet tooth pancakes, because who doesn't want ice cream for breakfast? 100/10 Perfect portion sizes and fluffy pancakes. We will be back.

We love Nest Egg for traditional breakfast with a healthy twist. The staff are generally local…read moreand/or GVSU students. If you're looking for a bright, delicious and friendly start to your day head to Nest Egg!

Better than expected for a local breakfast greasy spoon. Everything I ordered came and tasted…read morepalatable. Service was friendly and competent. To my surprise and delight they had fresh fruit *gasp*! That's more than I can say for some greasy spoons. This place has a strong local following and is well patronized by regulars. It melted my heart when I saw a waitress help a patron with mobility problems to the bathroom to ensure he didn't fall. Now that's customer service, going the extra mile! Good people work here. Give them your business if you have a hankering for some bacon and sausage!

Great breakfast place! Haven't eaten lunch there yet but the breakfast was fantastic. I got a…read moreveggie scramble with eggs and hashbrowns, Eggs were cooked perfectly and the servings are very large. Service was great we will definitely be eating here more.

cozy, homey little spot. kind and hospitable staff, yummy food! good portions. ate here twice…read moreduring electric forest !

Absolutely loved our experience here! The food was delicious, the service was fantastic, and the…read morewhole place was clean, cozy, and incredibly inviting. You can tell they really care about creating a great experience for their customers. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend!

Stopped in while visiting family over the Fourth of July weekend, and we were genuinely blown away…read more The service was outstanding from start to finish. Everyone was incredibly friendly, offered great recommendations, and made us feel welcome the entire time. The vibe is a 10/10. Whether you want to sit on the patio, inside, or at the unique breakfast bar, there's a spot for everyone. I wish I had taken pictures because every dish that came to our table looked incredible. I ordered the breakfast burrito with sausage and hash browns, and it was grilled to perfection, packed with flavor, and served piping hot. We also shared a waffle with blueberry topping, and it was easily one of the best waffles I've had in a long time. The prices were fair and right in line with other breakfast spots in the area, especially considering the quality of the food and service. If you're in town, do yourself a favor and stop in. I have a feeling you'll be just as impressed as we were.

Came here for brunch and overall... it was okay. Not bad, not amazing - just somewhere in the…read moremiddle. Our waitress was super kind and attentive, which honestly carried a lot of the experience. And I have to start with the highlight - the chai pistachio latte. Phenomenal. Perfect balance of bitter and sweet, the pistachio flavor hit, and easily my favorite part of the meal (also just aesthetic). Food-wise, it was a mix. I got the Gouda Breakfast Burger and I loved it - juicy, cheesy, stacked, and exactly what I needed (pregnant me was very happy ). I'd honestly come back just for that. My boyfriend got the Kickin Chicken Benedict, and while the jalapeño hollandaise had a really nice kick, the poached eggs were more "gel" than runny... which is a little disappointing for a brunch spot since that's kind of the main event. Other than that, my boyfriend said it was alright. We also did ask for extra crispy hashbrowns and... they definitely did not understand the assignment. More soft than crispy, which was a letdown too. We also tried the Peanut Butter Stuffed French Toast - good, but not super memorable. For two people, our total was over $80 (three entrees, two lattes, a coffee, and an orange juice), which felt a little high for the overall experience - but not unreasonable if everything hit a bit stronger. Overall, this place has some strong highlights (drinks, burger, and service), just needs a little more consistency across the board to really stand out.

Great service, great food! I wish the wait time was less but thankful for the ability to join the…read morewait list ahead of time.

This ended up being a very enjoyable part of my visit to Grand Rapids…read more I had an early start for my day, which meant I was able to get in and be seated immediately when I arrived. As I was leaving you could tell that they were getting busier. Service was very friendly throughout my visit, and I was pleased with the bright welcoming nature of the room itself. I wanted something a little lighter for breakfast and went with a yogurt parfait. It was absolutely terrific. Wonderful granola prepared with freshly sliced berries and a delicious honey glaze. I would 100% get this again if I were able to come back. Pricing was completely fair for the quality of food that I got. Hope to return someday!

My friends and I had a great time at the peppermill cafe! The overall atmosphere is a nice dinner…read morefeel with a family friendly vibe. As we entered the cafe we were lead to add our names to the waitlist. They are efficient at this place because we were seated about 15-20 after that! Once seated the service was top notch. Our waitress was kind and gave great recommendations on what to order. It didn't take long for our food to come out and we were pleasantly surprised by our dishes. The portion sizes were big and all the food tasted amazing. I personally got the Denver/western omelet that had the perfect balance of eggs and ingredients on the inside. The menu has a wide variety of options with many different dishes to choose from. The cafe has both breakfast and lunch which is always a plus. If you're looking for a tasty local spot, this is your place!

SO GOOD. This spot is a great if you're looking for classic diner vibes with really good food. The…read morewaitresses are friendly, fast, and to the point. It's got that cozy, no-frills charm that makes you feel right at home. We got a mix of coffees, apple juice, the garden omelette with egg whites, eggs and toast, and the supreme omelette--which definitely lived up to the name. Huge portions, lots of flavor, and they were super accommodating of my food allergies. Big plus: they offer a wide selection of breads, including gluten-free options, and hella hot sauce options. Breakfast and lunch are served all day, which is a win, and even when it's busy, they move quickly and efficiently to get you seated.

Still delicious and still good service…read more This past week, I went with the two eggs, which comes with diced redskin potatoes and choice of bread - I had the biscuit this time. The potatoes are so yum. This time instead of adding on the blueberry almond oatmeal, I went with the Oatcakes (pancakes made from oatmeal) which had blueberries inside. Split two cakes with my wife - enjoyed them and the cinnamon butter on top is delicious. She liked the Heartland and the kids went with French Toast plus turkey sausage.

I am just so disappointed in the evolution of Morning Star Cafe. Truly, it could be so great with…read morebetter management and staff. The waits are incredibly long. We even ate before we went so we wouldn't get hangry, but even from the wait of being seated to the time the kitchen finally makes your plate of food, my children were almost in tears because their tummies hurt. My daughter literally only ordered yogurt and fruit. She was the LAST one served. Please train servers to get children's food out quick (for everyone's sanity). When asked how our meal was, I finally did mention that this will be our last time patronizing this establishment. Clearly they are too busy to craft a joyful and memorable experience. It's better if we find a new spot. My previous review still stands. Go if you want a good breakfast, but be prepared to wait awhile and pay a premium for it.

I came here for lunch on a Saturday, around 12:30, and we were sat right away. Since this is…read morelocated at a truck stop, there is a huge parking lot which is really nice. The hallway to walk into the restaurant is also connected to the convenience store part of the building. I ordered the 2x4 which came with 2 eggs, 2 sausage links, 2 pieces of bacon, and a choice of pancakes or French toast. I opted for the pancakes and added chocolate chips. I also got a side of hash browns. Everything was really good and the eggs were cooked perfect to my specifications. The chocolate chips pancakes were huge and really hit the spot! The waitress was nice, a little quiet and hard to understand but overall not a big deal! Prices were great for the portion sizes!

Noticed the diner on an interstate sign and looked it up, high reviews so we checked it out. It's…read morepart of a truck stop and it's a diamond in the rough. Spacious, clean, and so many delicious options it's hard to choose. I ended up with a burger with mayo and green olives, basic but really tasty. Saltiness from toppings enhanced the beefy patty. Homemade chips were good too. My friend's changed her order after seeing the country fried steak delivered to another table, so glad she did. It's big and tasty! Breaded seasoned very well and country gravy peppered nicely. Our server Carmella was just wonderful and shared with us her grandmother was the manager of the original 76 Diner (I forget where) and her manager worked for her grandmother! How cool is that? Lots of TVs showing a mixture of everything, lots of tables and booths plus a classic diner U shaped counter. You can tell the staff enjoy their job as all were smiling, I spied one dancing to some song playing. Yet everyone was hustling. It's connected to a convenience store for snacks, coffee, grab and go hot food, liquor, slushy drinks. You name it, they have it and more. Even slushy apple cider! I wanted to try it out but was already feeling cold so I got coffee instead. Definitely stop in to relax and eat! This is now on our favorite stops when traveling!

As a vegetarian for over 20 years, I'm always a lil nervous going into places that also serve meat…read moreand getting the meat substitute. Never have I been served a dish that actually had a label on the meat substitute, identifying it as Vegan. So nice! The food was excellent. I had the Poppyseed crepes and would happily go back. The staff was also very friendly and attentive and the environment was comfortable.

Long wait but great post 5k Coast Guard race fuel. Played cornhole while we waited. My wife likes…read morethe decor.

Allendale is a bit of a blind spot for me when it comes to restaurants since I don't really make it…read moreto that part of town very often, but Mug Shots has been on my list for awhile so I was excited to stop in for dinner after a GV women's soccer game. The space is kind of smaller but we were able to sit right away. The theme of the place is kind of quirky - there are celebrity mug shots on the walls with descriptions of their crimes, as well as a "jail" photo op. Most of the menu items have jail/prison themed names too. It's definitely unique! I'd heard great things about the burgers so I knew I had to try one. They have nine different specialty burgers that come with two quarter pound patties, or you can substitute fried or grilled chicken for no charge. I got the Reveille (one egg cooked to order, bacon, and cheddar), and Nate got the Brushy Mountain with marinated chicken (you can also get it with fried chicken). Crinkle fries are standard, or you can get waffle fries or sweet potato fries for an up charge. Our food took a little bit of time to come out, but we enjoyed watching the MSU women's soccer game on the big TVs while we waited. The food was worth the wait, because it was super hot and fresh, and the burger was delicious. The patties were juicy and perfectly seasoned, the bacon was crispy, and the egg was cooked just like I wanted (over hard). It was a little greasy but I enjoy a greasy burger every once in awhile. I had a bite of the Brushy Mountain, which was also very good. The chicken was a little small but the flavors were great and the chicken wasn't overcooked. I'm so happy to have checked this place off my list, and will definitely be back the next time I'm in the area. If you like a juicy burger, you have to visit this place!

Can't wait to try one on their amazing burgers I heard so much about!!! Sandwiches were amazing,…read moreservice was fast and friendly, and just loved looking around at all of the "mugshots"! This is my new go to place!! From Muskegon to Allendale, not a problem!!!!