Hmmm...yeah. Thats about it. This is a very unusually set up restaurant. The inside just gave off…read moreweird vibes. Our booth wasn't even attached to the floor. You entered into a very barren space up front that felt completely unfinished, and then went to the rear of the restaurant in a completely separate room to be sat. In general, the food was ok...but nothing special. It's a diner. There are several of them within just a few miles. There is nothing about this place to set it apart from any of the others...except it is the closest to my house. A few drawbacks: -most of the breakfast meals came with homefries OR toast...not both. And if you wanted to get the potatoes and order a side of toast, it was grossly overpriced. -I received the wrong meal. Turns out the waitress ordered it wrong, wasn't the kitchen's fault. In her defense, she did give me a discount on our bill. -the entire restaurant just had an "unfinished" feel to it. I didn't feel like we were sitting in a dining room. It was just a bit weird to me. Would I go back? Probably...but there are a few diners I like a lot more within a very reasonable distance. It isn't going to be my top choice for sure.

We tried Simpson Diner on Saturday and we were all pleasantly surprised. I had eggs, wheat toast,…read moresausage links, and tater tots with a cup of coffee, spouse had Eggs Benedict with coffee, little one had a waffle with fruit and whipped cream. The service was prompt, friendly, and kind. The suggestions about fruit for the waffle were generous and helpful. It's different to get my little one to eat anything when we go out to eat & adding additional fruit & whipped cream helped get him to try the waffle. He was not happy with the syrup. I'm not sure if maple syrup is an option. Maybe we'll ask about that next time. My eggs were perfectly cooked. The sausage links had a nice flavor & great "snap". The tater tots were crisp on the outside & soft inside. The booths have enough space between them & high enough sides to feel separation between diners and focused into your own party. The floors, seats, and tables were clean & comfortable. The artwork is large & unambiguous- photographs of food. And finally, the coffee is good!

My Wife and I saw this as a breakfast spot that was highly rated and it didn't disappoint. Firstly,…read moreall of the staff were noticeably friendly and warm. Staff were also on top of things as they brought out drink refills before we needed them. My Wife got the stuffed French toast and she said it was delicious. The French toast was cooked really well and it was loaded a lot of cream cheese and fruit. When I asked my Wife if anything in particular stood out, she said it tasted like it was home made. I went with the baked oatmeal, which had coconut flakes, raisins, cinnamon, and had slices of banana and strawberries. I thought it was pretty tasty, but there are bottles of syrup on each table and drizzling some over it really hit the spot for me. This is definitely a spot that we'd go back to, especially since the is sizable. The menu offered a lot of other options, including crepes, and I feel confident that their other items would also be good.

I really wanted to love this place after seeing rave reviews, but I left a bit disappointed! As a…read moresmall party of 2, we were seated promptly, and our drink order was taken right away. We were checked on frequently as we perused the menu, which was appreciated. Once we put in our order, we had a bit of a wait for the food to come out, even though it wasn't super busy inside, which was fine. We received the food on piping hot plates, and everything looked great. I had shrimp tacos and was surprised they weren't served in the traditional taco holder, as I'd seen in photos from reviews. They were served flat on the hot plate. All the ingredients and sauces on the tacos made the corn tortilla shell soggy, to the point where I couldn't pick up any of my three tacos at all and had to eat them with a fork and knife. Each taco had 2 grilled shrimp, which were delicious, but they really need to be plated differently or served as a double tortilla shell so you can actually eat them. It came with a side of black beans/pico, which I was SO excited about, but my side dish of beans was mostly juice and maybe only 3 forkfuls of actual beans. You're only given a fork and a knife in your silverware, so I couldn't even try to make the best of it. I would've asked for a spoon, but our server didn't check on us for refills or anything once the food was dropped off. I will say - my husband got the steak and egg bowl and it was DELICIOUS. The steak was so tender and juicy and perfectly cooked, as were the potatoes. I do think it was a smaller portion for the price, but we both loved his dish. I'd definitely come back for that. He finished eating before me because I was struggling to eat tacos with a fork, but we still waited a while after we finished to get a small box and our check. Overall, we'd maybe come back, but it seems hit-or-miss based on what you order and who your server is. One drink and two entrees were $50, so we'd likely choose another spot before stopping here again.

Great central PA brunch spot that is busy because of their food and vast options…read more They firstly have an array of coffee choices with various flavors and styles of coffee. The flavors change with the seasons. They display these flavors on a chalk board as well as their specials for the day on hand written posters on the wall - great personal touch. As far as the food, the creme brulee french toast was a genius twist on brunch. The custard was very nice and creamy. The veggie skillet and the avocado toast were also delicious savory eats for brunch. The cutest part was the little shelf of miniature items they had for sale such as little cacti at the entrance. If you are interested in collecting little trinkets, bring cash!

Stopped here for a quick bite on a long road trip. Got a drink and the ham breakfast burrito and it…read morewas good. Didn't come with anything else but for a $20 meal. I doubt I'd return.

If you're passing through Mechanicsburg and want something much healthier than the typical…read morefast-food stop, Down to Earth Café is an outstanding choice. The café has a warm, inviting atmosphere with beautiful local artwork that creates a relaxing dining experience. The breakfast sandwich was fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced. The frittata was hearty, satisfying, and generously portioned. While it was just a little heavier on the pepper than I personally prefer, it was still very enjoyable. The highlight of our visit was the gluten-free, vegan strawberry matcha cinnamon roll. It was incredibly moist, delicious, and packed with flavor--one of the best gluten-free pastries we've had. It's refreshing to find a café that offers healthy options without sacrificing taste. If you're traveling through central Pennsylvania or simply live in the area, this is a wonderful alternative to the chain restaurants that dominate the highways. Whether you're looking for gluten-free, vegan, or just fresh, wholesome food, Down to Earth Café delivers. We highly recommend this café and will definitely make it a stop on future trips through the area.

Atmosphere was great. Lots of natural light and plants. They even had plants for sale for a great…read moreprice. There was a lot of menu options that all sounded really good. I ordered avocado toast and a cookie butter smoothie, both were delicious. I paid about $15 for both, which was a bit on the expensive side, however, I did enjoy them. The service was great and the food came out with reasonable time. I would definitely return.

I used Sophia's at Walden to cater a brunch the morning after my son and daughter-in-laws wedding…read morereception. Sophia recommended their quiches and fresh fruit. Everyone raved about the quiche, we had two kinds - ham/swiss and broccoli/cheddar. We rounded it off with coffee and juice. They included all the necessary items (sugar, cream, paper products, serving and eating utensils. I would definitely recommend Sophia's catering!

Sophia's at Walden is a surprise waiting to be discovered Located in a residential community,…read moreSophia's offers a simple, tasty menu, attentive staff and "easy-listening"music on weekends.Facility is spotless and prices reasonable. Perfect for casual dining accompanied by chatting with friends. Warm atmosphere.... no need for "dress-up".

Food and service are execellent for central PA!!…read more Love they have a seasonal option for their menu and several Benedict options for brunch! I had the Nantucket Benedict with lobster bacon and avocado with home fries... I would eat that everyday if I could :) We love getting the ube matcha or a Chai latte whenever we come here!! Friendly staff :)

From the outside it looks like there's always a wait so we thought it would be a good place to stop…read morefor breakfast. Woke up early, got there around 8am to a half empty restaurant and still had to wait 15 minutes for a table to be cleared off. No big deal but another couple came in after us and they were seated right away by another waitress. Finally got seated and waited another 20 minutes before we went to the hostess and asked where our server was. She sent someone right over. Ordered sticky buns, cold brew coconut coffee. smores coffee, chicken and waffles and one of the hash skillets. Sticky buns came out after another long wait and still no coffee. After seeing several people around us get their orders we checked in again up front and the barista had our drinks sitting there, apologizing that the server should've brought them to the table. Get back to our table with our drinks and the food finally showed up. Overall the food itself was alright. Not bad, not great. We again had to flag down our server to get the bill and just paid cash so we wouldnt have to wait AGAIN for our card to ring out. The place was still had empty tables as we were leaving but a huge crowd outside around 9:30 am with wait times ranging from 40 min to an hour. Needless to say they need to hire more staff or improve communication. For the prices they charged and lack of service we wont be back.

Sarah was amazing! Very attentive, kind and knowledgeable on the menu. we will be visiting again…read morefor another celebration

I've passed Watershed Pub a million times and never stopped, so when I met a friend for lunch, it…read morefinally felt like the right time to check it out. Naturally, I had already done my due diligence (read: stalked the menu for a full week) and had a game plan. At the top of my list? The deviled eggs and the Kale Caesar salad with salmon. The only problem...I absolutely did not need $40 worth of food for lunch. So I quietly spent the week putting "deviled egg energy" out into the Universe, hoping my lunch partner would suggest splitting them. Manifestation is real, people. I arrived around 12pm and found plenty of parking out back in Watershed's designated lot, which is clearly labeled--a good thing, because parking in that area looks like it could get competitive if you're not paying attention. We had made a 12:15pm reservation (Monday lunch felt safe, but why risk it?), and our table on the enclosed patio was ready when we arrived. It was the perfect setup--sunny and bright, but still warm enough to be comfortable on a chilly day. The vibe was great, and our server was even better--friendly, attentive, and consistently checking in without being overbearing. Then it was time to order. I let my lunch partner go first and waited... "Do you want to try the deviled eggs as an appetizer?" Are you kidding me?!. YES. Yes, I did! We ordered the deviled eggs ($11) to share, and I followed through with my Kale Caesar salad ($15) topped with seared salmon (+$13), officially completing my week-long menu-stalking mission. The deviled eggs came out FAST, and in my excitement, I completely forgot to take a picture--which tells you everything you need to know. Each egg was topped with a cube of candied bacon that absolutely stole the show. Sweet, savory, and just the right texture to complement the creamy filling. We made quick work of all four--excellent start to the meal! Not long after, our lunches arrived, and my salad? Gorgeous. Like, actually exciting to look at. I dug in immediately and it delivered. The mix of shaved brussels sprouts, kale, and romaine gave it great texture, the dressing was well-balanced, and the red onion didn't overpower the rest of the flavors. But my favorite part? The garlic parmesan crouton crumble. No chasing rogue croutons around the plate--just perfectly distributed crunch in every bite. Genius! The portion size was generous, too--I made it through about half before calling it and boxing the rest for dinner later. By the time we were wrapping up, the enclosed patio had filled up significantly, which tells me this is a popular lunch spot--and for good reason. The food is solid, the atmosphere is great, and the service was spot on. That said...$40 for deviled eggs, a salad and water is a bit steep for an everyday lunch. For me, this feels more like a "treat yourself," client meeting, or special occasion kind of place rather than a regular rotation spot. Would I come back? Absolutely. Would I be casually popping in every week? Probably not. But those deviled eggs? Totally worth manifesting!

My three person crew had burgers, fries, a fish sandwich, and ice cream. Everything was absolutley…read moremagnificent. The burger was a masterpiece, straight up.

This place is awesome and family friendly! The food is great and the staff are very welcoming. The…read moreowner and is extremely warm and personable with all customers. I would choose this local family burger spot over any big chain restaurant, every time!