The food was awesome!! The ambiance is very nice and the waitress (Dominique) was outstanding making sure we had everything we needed!! I recommend this brunch spot for anyone looking for great food, outstanding service and a great atmosphere. read more

Ambiance was nice. They played LOFI music to set the tone which I love. Food could have been seasoned a little more for my taste but everything was good overall. The shortcake was a bit too dry for my liking though. Service was amazing. I appreciated the attentiveness. read more

I've held out as long as I can writing this updated review! I've been pretty loyal to this spot since it opened. For a while, my friends and I would come here nearly every Sunday after church. We had gotten on a first name basis with several of the wait staff. The last 5 or more visits have been awful and today was the last straw for me! We've experienced the restaurant running out of food and not notifying us until 45 minutes into our dining time (on at least 3 occasions). We experienced the owner coming in with Walmart bags of groceries trying to fulfill orders. We've experienced undercooked fish and accountability avoidance more than I've ever experienced at any establishment! Receiving to-go food in a soggy paper plate wrapped in plastic wrap today has nailed the coffin for me! Completely careless! Again, this review comes after many times of keeping quiet and wanting to support and see this business thrive. I'm done! read more

Phyllis - Soggy paper thin plates - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Pro/Con Service - attentive, knowledgeable (A) Ambiance - brunch (A) Food - fried catfish sandwich (B) * very good fried catch fish only issue I have which is preference my croissant was soggy from the catfish being hot. Not sure if the fish had sat if the croissant would still stand the rest of time. Espresso Martini - (A) Overall I'd visit again but not order the croissant because of the bread pretty much giving way too early where I am using a fork to eat the rest of the sandwich. Recommend to go tho read more

Phyllis - Fried Catfish Croissant Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

They're open from the morning to late afternoon, and there's plenty of parking. They have some outdoor seating, but not much. Walking in, you get seated to your table and it looks like a typical brunch restaurant. This is the place to go if you're wanting soul or southern style food. I got the chicken croquettes, shrimp and grits, and sweet potato pancakes. The croquettes were smaller than I had expected, but was perfectly crispy and paired well with the Cajun sauce. The shrimp and grits are made with Gouda cheese, 5 seasoned shrimps, and is very large. There were some clumps in the grits but wasn't as bad as other places. It is pretty heavy, and wished there were some more shrimp but overall was rich and flavorful. I had ordered the sweet potato pancake breakfast, but only got the pancakes. Despite the mistake, the pancakes were paired nicely with cinnamon honey butter, fluffy, and not too sweet which is perfect for me. I also ordered a coffee, but it tasted like it was a day old and wasn't hot. Service was good, but I feel like there's always room for improvement assuming this is a fairly new establishment. Regardless, it's worth a try because the flavor is there!! read more

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We have driven by this establishment before but never paid attention. I found it on google and I'm glad we tried it. It is a family owned restaurant so it's always great to support local. The venue is beautiful. We were able to get a reservation online fairly easily. There is ample parking. The hostess and server both were so kind and warm. Cassandra our server was very caring! She made good recommendations made sure we had a pleasant experience! The food is delicious! The pictures don't do it justice. The sweet potato pancakes with the cinnamon sugar butter is perfect. The grits was the perfect consistency and richness. The chicken and waffles was well balanced. The corn bread was a little dry but it wasn't a big deal. There is something for everyone on the menu. We will definitely return! read more

Phyllis - Sweet potato pancakes with cinnamon butter, chicken sausage and scrambled eggs. Corn bread and large grits on the side. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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We went on Mother's Day so service was expected. It was but so it was going to take a lil min to get your food. Ambiance isn't bad, restaurant is a little small when busy though felt like. But they are accommodating. But my only question is really why did y'all leave the hurls on the shrimp in the shrimp and grits? Now before I eat it, I gotta make sure the hurls off. I'd prepare with without the hurl, maybe just the tail or better yet nothing at all. But just a suggestion. Chicken seasoned though read more

Phyllis - Shrimp and grits with chicken and waffle with a side of Mac and cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Great spot for brunch. Wait time on Sundays are long to get a table and for food to come out but the food is really good. And the music is on point. I ordered the Fried Catfish Croissant. Fantastic choice. That fish is seasoned and fried to perfection. I was able to taste my friend's grits that came with his fried catfish and those grits were absolutely dreamy. Definitely will come back on a less busy day to try something else on the menu. read more

Phyllis - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Came to Phyllis for brunch with a couple of friends and everything was so good. I ordered the steak skillet with potatoes--perfectly seasoned and super filling. One friend had the shrimp and grits, and the other got the catfish croissant. We all loved our meals and cleared our plates. The bottomless mimosas were definitely flowing, and the lavender lemon drop was a must-try--so smooth and flavorful. The vibes were great, food was on point, and it's honestly the perfect brunch spot. We'll definitely be back for more. read more

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Alright so boom - I rolled into Phyllis on a Saturday afternoon, needing a proper brunch to settle the soul. This place hits the mark, serving up Southern comfort food, brunch, and cocktails in a medium-to-large setting with plenty of seating--no need to fight for a spot. The entire experience was made smooth by the excellent service. The staff was genuinely friendly and on top of things from the jump. My server was attentive, quick with the essentials, and made the whole brunch feel easy and welcoming. Good hospitality is key, and they nail it here. For my order, I chose the Sweet Potato Pancake breakfast. The plate was generous, featuring two large pancakes, two eggs, and my protein selection, which was the chicken sausage. I also added a side of home style potatoes. Everything on the plate was delicious. The eggs were cooked properly, and the chicken sausage was flavorful. The home style potatoes were a great side--crisp exterior and soft interior--providing that essential savory balance. The sweet potato pancakes, served with that beautiful cinnamon butter, were undoubtedly a highlight; they were fluffy and perfectly seasoned, easily the star component of the dish. Phyllis is a must-visit for a weekend brunch. Between the friendly service and the satisfying, well-executed food, it's a reliable and enjoyable spot. read more

Phyllis - Mama's Homestyle Red Potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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My favorite meal, by far, from a boy's trip to ATL. Service from Jennifer was awesome, I think the owner came out to greet us and was so friendly, and all of the food absolutely slapped. We went all around trying Southern comfort food spots and I'm still dreaming about this catfish n grits. We made a reservation and there was absolutely no wait also, everything came out pretty quick and crispy hot. read more

Phyllis - Fried Catfish & Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Food was okay, great parking and good customer service. Quiet establishment near the hospital, perfect for a quick getaway. I ordered the sweet potato pancakes, but they didn't really taste like sweet potato. The lemonade was everything! I also had chicken sausage with cheese eggs. The food came out fast, and the place is very pretty inside. Definitely worth giving them a try read more

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Hubby and I arrived on a Saturday morning around 0930 for brunch. Our visit started off rough as they seemed to be out of everything we ordered. They were out of biscuits and turkey sausage, but the waitress quickly turned things around by offering a croissant instead of the biscuit. The sweet potato pancakes were phenomenal, as were the potatoes and everything else we ordered. You must try the various types of butter they offer for your pancakes. DELICIOUS! We will stop by again the next time we stop in the ATL. read more

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My family visited the Saturday before Mother's Day. There were some hiccups with our orders. Nothing out of the ordinary. But when it was brought to the attention of management it was corrected. The corrections by them was really appreciated & not what is expected in the restaurant environment of today. We will return. The food was good but the desire of management to get it right was the icing on the cake for us! read more

Definitely going to make my way back to this restaurant! It is a must try! They market and pride themselves in southern homestyle cooking and it definitely hits the spot. The restaurant is clean has attentive staff/service, & parking is very accessible. The lot is about medium sized and is neighboring with a Panera Bread. I would say it may get crowded on weekends. I can't imagine there being an extremely long wait as the service was pretty quick (but don't hold me to that, again, I can picture them getting crowded on weekends). The food was delicious! It tasted fresh and of great quality. I am eager to try other dishes that were on the menu like the catfish and grits, fried lobster and waffles, mac n cheese, and many more. Our waitress recommended a lot of items as they all seem to meet expectations. I like that they also have some healthier options for anyone who may not be super into fried food. The only reason why I'm not giving it 5 stars is simply because of how they prepare their Honey Butter Biscuits. I really prefer for my honey butter to be glazed on and into my biscuit vs. getting it on the side and dipping it in the saucer (this is just my preference) Other than that, I'm excited to go back for a nice brunch with family! read more

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I understand Mothers Day, but waiting over an hour for your food, getting the sweet potato pancake, hard as a rock. Extremely disappointing food. Wait time, ridiculous. Will not return, ever. read more

Sometimes you have to try something new. I had been waiting to try this new brunch spot in Marietta. I saw there were decent reviews. My son and I love trying new food spots together. It was easy to find off Cherokee Street. There is plenty of free parking. It is a medium size establishment. We went at right time with no wait and few tables left. The wait staff was friendly. We got some good food suggestions. I went with the sweet potato platter. My son got the lobster and waffle. The sweet tea did not disappoint. I can't stress how much I love my sweet tea. This was real southern sweet tea. Loved it! Yes, I had 2 glasses. Lol! The decor was simple. It wasn't too much. It's a contemporary design style. I loved it. Less is more. Simple with enough personal touches to make you feel like your in good hands. The food came out in reasonable time. Everything was fresh and hot. No complaints. We both ate all out food. I had chicken sausage with my platter. It was tasty. My son said the waffle was good. The lobster was not overcooked. We had a pleasant experience. The food and drinks were mid-prices. A little high but worth it. I would come back and eat again. Food price and portion size were decent. read more

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A tucked away jewel! I googled best brunch in Marietta and this option came up and I also made the right choice! I had the sweet potato pancakes, which were delicious! But the star was the catfish and grits! The grits are amazing! To top it off we had the jewel MJ as our server! Service was quick, and the coffee is great as well! read more

Phyllis - Catfish and grits YUMMY!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

For context: We arrived shortly before the church crowd but right as a large party was being served. Based on our server's comments they were short staffed. Pros: Nice ambience, parking was ok; wait time wasn't too long. Sweet potato pancakes & honey biscuits were good. Cons: Waiting area is really small; wait time for food was 30 minutes for our appetizer/30 for our entrees; ordered a sprite and got a can with no "refills"; grits lacked seasoning and the catfish was too salty. Portion size was small; overall overpriced. Server was over it; she kept making comments on how the place was poorly ran yet she lacked customer service skills. read more

I've not been as consistent in wringing reviews this year but I figured I start by getting back on track with this review! A bit late but I'm baaaaaack LOL!.... My honey wanted to go to brunch but instead of going to our typical Sunday spot I wanted to adventure out to try something new. I came across Phyllis on TikTok and saw a few reviews on yelp. There were some mix reviews regarding customer service particularly but I decided to try it out for myself. Boy am I glad I did!! Phyllis is a minority owned & operated business. Parking is free, convenient, and easily accessible. Customer service was stellar from the time we entered the establishment to the time we exited. I made a reservation for 12pm. I was a little concerned because seating appeared full. However , there was a table that was out of my view that we were placed next to the bar. Our waiter was Tyler and he is AWESOME! Tyler greeted us immediately and ensured we had everything we needed. Once Tyler found out it was our first visit he made sure to give us a thorough run down of the menu and even gave us recommendations. When I say EVERY recommendation Tyler gave was on point, it. Was ON POINT!!! Here is what we ordered: Appetizer: Crab cake - my my my, more crab than breading just how I like it - DELISH! Entree: Fried Catfish & Grits w/side of collards - ALL items were seasoned to perfection. I only asked for hot sauce because I like a little kick in my collards and catfish but I could have honestly devoured it without it - DELISH! My honey elected the Chicken & Waffle but he substituted the waffle for the sweet potatoes pancakes per Tyler's recommendation - TASTE SO GOOD MAKE YOU WANNA SLAP YO MOMMA LOL -DELISH!! Cocktail: French 75 Bloody Mary Coffee Old Fashion - Every single drink listed was top notch. But ya'll this right here was AMAZING!! The overall ambiance is very nice, relaxing and there are nice paintings mounted on the walls. There's a nice range of music playing in the background at the right volume, just enough to groove and carry a conversation with your party without having to elevate your voices. I think the prices are reasonable and well worth it. I highly recommend checking this establishment out if you're in the Marietta area. Another added note, there was a female musician that was setting up as we were checking out. She plays the harp. Very talented. Next time we will have to stay long enough to hear her sounds. One things for sure, we definitely plan to return and very soon! Shouts out to Tyler and the entire Phyllis staff for the SUPERB hospitality. See you soon! read more

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enjoyed the delicious applewood breakfast plate. The bacon and eggs were perfect and the biscuit and honey butter were the best!! will be back for sure! read more

We went to Phyllis on Sunday, it was very busy..Mother's day. Good thing we had reservations, and we're seated very quickly. About 5 minutes later the young man came took the drink orders, then our food order. 1 hour and 50 minutes later the food came. Needless to say by this time no one was feeling this place, $39.00 for a steak omelet without anything inside, the biscuit that came with the meal..didn't get it. I didn't think they made 1 egg omelets anywhere thats howflat it was!!! Then my sister had the sweet potato pancakes, very thin..first one she said was good but the 2nd one was so hard you could bang it on the plate and still wouldn't bend. By this time I was upset, so I called over the guy, who I think was the owners son, and told him to pick up the pancake with his hand..he was shocked but did it anyway, he was speechless and turned it over, it was charcoal hard and burnt. I was so disappointed, not only waiting almost 2 hours but to be served this type of food was crazy disappointing. The grits were good though. SMH read more

Today I went to Phyllis for the first time for brunch with my friend! I had a great experience. I ordered the Chicken wings and sweet potato pancakes with the French 75! Cassandra and Jennifer provided amazing service. I am a Cobb county resident so I don't live too far. We will be back! read more

Came here for a birthday breakfast with my husband and had the best time! We were welcomed by Trent who wore many hats at this restaurant and wore them well. From greeting, to serving, managing it all everything was well taken care of. The restaurant has a diner sort of feel to it, but fresh! We enjoyed fresh squeezed juice that was customized to our tastes by adding mango. We then enjoyed the turkey gravy & biscuits as an appetizer. (Very filling!) My husband got the chicken and waffles and I got the sweet potato pancakes, Mac and cheese, collard greens and grits. Everything was great! The sweet potato pancakes and collard greens were my favorite. read more

Phyllis - Sweet Potato Pancakes, Small Creamy Grits, Creamy Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens & Smoked Turkey - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Great customer service. Inside was very clean. The sweet potato pancakes was a ten out of ten. The catfish grits was solid, needed a little bit more seasoning. Would definitely get that again. Very affordable restaurant. read more

Phyllis - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Disappointing Experience - Not Worth the Hype I had high hopes for Phyllis after reading great reviews on Yelp, but unfortunately, our experience fell far short of expectations. My wife and I chose this place for a Valentine's Day weekend date, and let's just say we left with the firm decision to never return. Upon arrival, we were greeted and seated quickly, which was a good start. Our waiter brought water and gave us time to look over the menu. So far, so good. However, things quickly took a turn. When my wife asked about mocktails, she was simply told no--despite the restaurant having a full bar. The waiter said they had Fanta orange as a choice if she wanted that instead lol. There was no offer to make a non-alcoholic version of an existing drink or even a suggestion for an alternative. It was an immediate red flag for the level of service we were about to receive. Then came my ordering experience, which was frustrating beyond belief. I initially wanted the catfish and grits--they were out of catfish. No problem, I'll go with the steak--they were out of steak. Okay, let me try the biscuits--no biscuits. Fine, how about the cornbread? No cornbread either. At this point, I asked the waiter, what do you actually have? He suggested the lobster plate, but I don't like lobster. By this time, the lack of communication and preparation was incredibly frustrating. A restaurant being out of a couple of items is understandable, but this was a significant portion of the menu, and no one informed us before we sat down. Feeling forced into a choice, I ended up ordering the chicken and waffle, the same as my wife--something we never do as foodies who love trying different dishes. This was not a meal we were excited about but rather a reluctant last resort with the lack of available menu options. When our chicken and waffles arrived, I have to admit--the waffle was really good. This was the one highlight of the evening. The chicken wings were cooked well, fresh, and hot, with a solid seasoning blend. However, they were almost on the verge of being too salty, just stopping short of being overwhelming. I'd rate the wings a 3.5/5 for that reason. The presentation was nice, too--the food was served on fine china, which gave the impression that they cared about the dining experience. But then, in a moment that perfectly summed up the night, the server handed us plastic utensils to eat with. Yes, after presenting our food on elegant white plates, we were given the kind of cutlery you'd expect at a backyard cookout. My wife couldn't help but ask the server why they'd go through the trouble of using fancy dishware only to pair it with plastic utensils. His response? He didn't have time to wash the silverware because he was the only one working--just him and the cook. At this point, nothing surprised us anymore. We just nodded and moved on, realizing there was no point in arguing over an experience that was already beyond saving. If this is the level of service and preparation that Phyllis finds acceptable, then it's clear we're just not their target customers. I genuinely wanted to love this place, but it was disappointing from start to finish. Marietta has way too many solid restaurants to justify coming back here. Final rating: 1/5. Definitely won't return. Id also be more understanding if they were packed. There were only 2 other tables in the entire place. (They also have a loyalty program that states - "Spend $1000 and get $10 off your next online order ) No further commentary lol read more

Phyllis - "Order $1,000 get $10 off your next online order" yes you read this correctly! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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I ordered my food and waited for 25 minutes before the waitress told me that they had run out of shrimp. I asked what I could get the fastest since I was on my lunch hour. She said that the crabcake would not take long. It took another 20 minutes. I could not even taste the crab. This was my first and last visit. My bill was $26.00. read more

A party of two for breakfast on Sunday, April 5, 2026. The food was good. Enjoyed a three egg veggie omelette and catfish and grits. No problems. Service was great. Lots of attention from server, Dominque. We will be back. Thanks. read more

Came here for my girlfriend's birthday and was extremely disappointed in this restaurant from the service to the food. The waitress/hostess was extremely unfocused. The couple seated after us received their food first. Our food sat in the window and I had to call the waitress' attention. The chicken and waffle was mid at best. There was no flavor to the chicken. I sent the waffle back as it was not fully cooked. I ordered turkey and greens as a replacement The turkey and the greens was extremely dry. My girlfriend son had a grilled cheese sandwich with fries. The fries were over salted. We had to wait forever to pay. They definitely get a do not return in my book. read more

Phyllis - Chicken and undone waffle the butter wouldn't even melt. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Restaurant is a complete joke disappointed over how this place doesn't make anything from scratch like cream of mushroom on the steak lol

Food was amazing! The service was great too. They accommodated my family within two tables. There were 13 of us. The atmosphere is chill. I got the Boozy Morning cocktail 10/10! For my meal, I got the catfish croissant with grits instead of fries. BABYYY THE BEST CATFISH EVER. Catfish and Croissants go together like peanut butter and jelly. I'll definitely be back. read more

Phyllis - Hot Catfish, Toasted Butter Croissant & Side Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Food: 2 Service: 2 Ambiance: 1 My hubby and I were looking for new restaurants to try! He found Estella's. We came here on a Friday evening after work and boy are we glad we did! I'm a waffle lover and make them at home all time!! My waffle and chicken dish was the best I've ever had! My husband loves his shrimp dish as well! The waitstaff was are outstanding! Everyone was nice and welcoming! We will definitely be back. read more

Phyllis - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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The service was great & food was well prepared. Servers were attentive and manager was available for conversation. Will return!

Went during the week for brunch. Hardly anyone in the place and it took at least 45 min to get our simple order for 3 people. Had one waitress and maybe 2 in the back. Food was ok, cute place with good location. read more

Stop with the sauce on almost everything should be put on the side. Nice restaurant. The service was ok

Food was pretty good but services was not great. We did have a larger group (12 people) when we ordered our food on a weekday morning, there was only one other person in the restaurant. He already had his food. After our orders went in, we received our food at all different times. 2 people and 10-20 min later 2 more etc... A few more people came in and sat at different tables. They received their food before some of the people in our group received theirs. The last two people in our group had to take their food to go because they had waited so long they had no time to eat it. The food tasted pretty good, but I would not eat there again. read more

Stopped by for lunch. What a treat. I ordered the sweet potato pancakes and biscuits and turkey gravy. Bring your appetite, that filled me up. The pancakes were great, not too sweet but moist. The biscuits and gravy were good. The biscuits could have been a little more moist. The only other feedback was a little more gravy would have also been good. Also be aware that the tip is included in the bill regardless of the size of the party. Overall, real good meal, I look forward to trying the rest of the menu. read more

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A must-try spot! Phyllis, located off Cherokee Street in Marietta, serves up authentic down-home cooking that truly hits the mark. My daughter and I went for breakfast, and everything--from the warm, attentive service (ask for Trent's section!) to the perfectly prepared food--was exceptional. Generous portions, a diverse menu, and a cozy atmosphere make this place a hidden gem. Trust me, we'll definitely be back! $30.00 - $50.00 range and we'll worth it!! read more

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Came here for the first time to try it out. No where outside or in the venue does it say reservations only. Half the tables were empty and we requested a table. At first she asked for reservation I said no. Then she said they don't take walk ins. I asked how long it was to be added to the list. Then she said 30. Then a few seconds later she said it was 45 minutes. Shortly after us. Another party arrived and were seated without question. Something shady going on there but they just lost my interest to support their business. Not a good way to accommodate new patrons. read more

Experience was so bad we just had to laugh. I am writing this from the Panera next door where we actually ended up getting food. As vegans, we were excited to see that this place had several vegan options, so we were excited to try it. My husband and I came in at 11:30 AM on a Saturday. Restaurant seemed about half-full. We were seated quickly and our drink orders taken. Waitress kept pushing us to order cocktails, even after saying no a couple times. After we were brought our drinks, the waitress didn't check on us again for over 20 minutes. In that time, a 14-person group came in and was seated. (This is nitpicky, but they dragged metal tables around on the concrete floor for at least 10 minutes setting up for this group and it was loud enough to make you cover your ears. But anyway...) Our waitress took their orders, bussed a table, took another tables order, and then came to check on us. When we ordered, we were told that we would have to wait longer for our food because the kitchen was already working on the big table's food. Which was weird because they came in 10 minutes after us. After we placed our order, the waitress came out 3 separate times over 30 minutes to tell us they didn't have different elements of the dishes we ordered. They also ran out of sweet tea at some point, so I switched to water. On her last visit, we asked if we could just pay for our drinks and leave. All in all, we were here for almost an hour and got no food and barely any service. They even took the time to charge us $2.65 for the drinks we had when we asked to leave... I feel like after everything they could have comped a sweet tea (with no refills because they ran out) and a black coffee, but I digress. Visit at your own risk if you value your time and sanity. read more