Hey friends! My boo and I came for Valentine's Day breakfast. We wanted something cooked with love. What better place to get that from than a Mom & Pop restaurant?! Restaurant 198 is a locally-owned restaurant that focuses on farm-fresh ingredients & lively environments. They have live music, bingo & other fun events weekly. I ordered the 198 Iris platter: eggs, French toast, smoked bacon and hash browns. The entire meal was delicious! I loved the generous portion of eggs, I could taste that they were farm fresh. French toast was beautifully cooked and had an amazing vanilla-forward flavor. My only distaste is that I wish the hash browns were crispy. My fiancé enjoyed his omelette! -Customer service was great! -Plenty free parking -Prices are average. Our entrees were about $20/each. -Restaurant was clean. I love the rustic decor. I'll be back for happy hour and live music! read more

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So, it was my first time here and I came solely to enjoy the delicious empanadas! It is the word on the street! I was greeted by friendly and warm customer service. The ambiance is very diner-esque, it feels like a cozy diner back in the 1950's! Now, let's get onto the empanadas! I ordered a shrimp empanada which came with a tasty romulaude sauce, and a chicken and beef empanada that came with a delicious salsa verde style sauce. The empanadas were seasoned perfectly, filled with juicy filling, bountiful in size, and delicious to the soul! My favorite was the beef empanada! It had a special signature touch, cheers to good eats! read more

Restaurant 198 - 198 Empanadas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

I love this diner that serve Mexican food. It was great! The service was very friendly. The food was very tasty. We both got burgers and they were delicious. Can't wait to go back again!I read more

If you want good service and food. Give this restaurant a try. Their menu has a like for all your cravings. We've had breakfast and lunch on various visits, no complaints. I especially like the happy hour empanadas. Prices are reasonable too. Don't forget to see the cat mural. I did take photos. read more

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Dined here recently and the food was very tasty. I really enjoyed the mocktail and the nachos. Atmosphere gave off a homely vibe. There were literally toys for kids to play with. Service was ok but could stand some improvement. Our server forgot quite a few things and swore at least 3 times. read more

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Always happy to enjoy local food. I'm in a happy food coma. Kid and big group friendly. I like the diversity of the patrons that come here as well. They also do monthly community events. read more

Restaurant 198 - Blue Corn Huevos Rancheros and a Denver omelette. No blue corn today but still delicioso - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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Restaurant 198 completely impressed me, becausehonestly from the outside I was skeptical. However, the moment we sat down, the staff made us feel right at home with their friendly service. The food was absolutely amazing! Full of flavor, beautifully presented, and honestly even better than I expected. What really sets this place apart is the dedicated kids' play area. It's such a thoughtful touch. If you're looking for great food, great service, and a spot that truly welcomes families, Restaurant 198 is a must-visit! read more

Restaurant 198 - Beef empanada - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

Ladies and Gentlemen, I didn't want to write this review. I wanted to gate-keep one of the best margaritas in the DMV and bring a select few to enjoy it. The owner shared that it's a family recipe, now it's only fair that I stop being selfish and tell everyone :D I love the kitten on the wall, the decor, the seating, and how clean everything is. The food is a blend of American and Latin with a few dishes to represent MoCo (look at the salads)! There's also a vegetarian menu boasting tacos, enchiladas, and burgers; so everyone can be happy! My personal favorite has to be the Smashburger and those empanadas. All the empanadas. 5 stars for the following: Beef Picadillo Black Bean/Corn Crab&Shrimp** Plant-based Beef/Potato Mushroom&Cheese (kinda tasted like a calzone) and 4.5 for the Shredded Chicken. Tiny little pockets of happiness served with cilantro ranch (so tasty) and good vibes. The only one I wasn't fond of was the Chorizo/Jalapeño. The Paint Branch Cheese dip should be the standard for queso and those wings were phenomenal. I'm talking crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. Loved their chicken tenders and fish bites too. I would love to see how the mussels and whole rockfish taste :D Overall, this is someplace to bring family, friends, colleagues, and a date with 100% confidence they'll walk out satisfied. Enjoy! read more

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Came across this place on yelp and decided to try it out. It was pretty empty in there for a Sunday afternoon. I ordered the cream of crab soup which was very good!! I would recommend that. They have shrimp and grits, but sauce is overpowered by the taste of tomato. You can't taste the seasoning if there was any. 4 large shrimp but they were overcooked and the sauce to grits ratio wasn't that great. I will say the steak and cheese was really good! Our server was nice but she was slow. For it to not be crowded it was really slow service. I ordered steam shrimp as well to go. The shrimp was a nice size but sadly they were over cooked as well. Wish I looked at it before I left. They have a lot of specials and karaoke night I saw as well but unfortunately in my opinion the food wasn't good enough for me to want to return. read more

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For family friendly breakfast diner vibes I give it a 5. We came with a good size party and they did great for breakfast. I think everyone enjoyed their meals. The kids liked the play area. It was very bright and homey and artsy inside. I had the chilaquiles (beans tortilla and eggs). Hubby had the cinnamon toast French toast which everyone eyed. read more

Restaurant 198 - Paint Branch Chips Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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The food was hot, incredibly delicious, and perfectly seasoned. First time tryin' this restaurant read more

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Unfortunately I've not had great experiences here. I've been twice and both times the food was just not very good and the service wasn't good either. There are so many great places in Burtonsville, I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

The live music in the far side of the building has been great the past 3 times in the evening. Food is great and fair price. Give a good look at the dessert window to know what they have. Avoid disappointment by the menu choices not in stock. The main portion of the restaurant had large and small groups. Kids have a really nice play station. The Staff are young energetic professionals. We will keep returning. read more

Food is good and the service is pretty good. The ambiance is good also. Prices are very high.

This was my second time trying restaurant 198 and it's a nice addition to the burtonsville area. I'm a big sucker for diner food so I first recommended my boyfriend and I try it out. I like their classic 198 breakfast (2 eggs the way you like it, hash brown and your choice on toast). Service is very good, they're quick about seating you and it's a casual and very family/friend oriented restaurant. read more

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Breakfast was delicious. Carmen delivered excellent service! The menu has a big variety of choices. My husband had the Western Omelette platter with greens and toast. I had the skirt steak omelette platter with greens no toast. Besides the food being delicious I particularly like that they offer a choice of hash browns or mixed greens. I have dietary restrictions and do not eat potatoes or most carbs. Thank you for those options! read more

I came here to meet with a friend for lunch. They have free parking but the lot was surprisingly full for a weekday. They have additional parking in the back. Restaurant 128 is like a modern diner. They have a dessert case (though desserts weren't being showcased) and advertised several community events, including live music and bingo nights. The brunch menu is available until 2pm. They have a sizable plant-based menu and happy hour is Monday - Friday from 4-7pm. We came on a Friday afternoon and there were several tables of senior citizens enjoying brunch. There was ample seating. Service was lovely, but the food was just ok. We started with the mussels for our appetizer (~$16). The mussels were slightly overcooked and chewy. The first mussel that I had was gritty. There were also a few empty shells with the mussels missing (and they weren't at the bottom of the bowl). The lemon sauce was tasty overall, but could've used a dash more salt. It is also served with two pieces of garlic bread which was perfect for sopping up the sauce. The size of the appetizer is good - if you wanted to, it could pass for an entree. For my brunch entree, I ordered the Huevos Rancheros (~$13). It typically comes with breakfast potatoes as a side, but I was able to substitute the breakfast potatoes for the hash browns instead. Kudos to the waitress and kitchen for their attention to detail and executing our modifications as requested. The Huevos Rancheros dish was nothing to write home about. The fried egg was too fried for my taste - they were over hard/well done as opposed to my preferred over easy, but I also didn't specify. Similar to the mussels, the dish was also light on seasoning. The table does have the typical condiments - ketchup, hot sauce, salt and pepper, etc. - to jazz it up yourself. The dish wasn't offensive, but I don't think I would order this again. Restaurant 128 has a nice community ambiance, but the food I ordered didn't wow me. Service was pleasant. I would come back to try the happy hour menu, but I'm not in any rush to return. read more

Restaurant 198 - Blue Corn Huevos Rancheros (~$13) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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Restaurant 198 is a fantastic local place with delicious food. I'm a big fan of the brunch pancakes and French toast. They used to have these amazing mango ribs on their appetizer but they're no longer available :( but their mango wings are a formidable replacement. depending on the day, the service varies. but I always go back and would recommend it. read more

We are so proud of the staff here! They're trying so many new things, and doing a terrific job at it! The burgers, Cobb salads, empanadas, avocado toast, mussels, all are delicious. The environment is great; we usually get to sit near the outdoor garden, which has a fountain in it that the birds love to sit and take baths. I know it sounds stupid, but what a wonderful view while you're having dinner! It beats the holy tar out of a TV screen showing something that I really don't care about! If you REALLY want me to complain about something, the only thing I can complain about is that the blue cheese dressing for my salad tastes OK, but it doesn't have much if any blue cheese in it. Yet it is not ranch dressing either. read more

Restaurant 198 - An unusual and tasty choice - a Cobb salad, add steak. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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Cute place to eat! We went for brunch and my daughter got happy face pancakes, my husband got French toast and bacon, and I got paint branch chips chilaquiles. My mea was wonderful! Avocado was fresh, looked the beans and sauce on top w goat cheese. Lovely. My daughter really liked her side of rice she ordered. They forgot my husbands grits but it wasn't in the bill so no harm. Servers were kind. Love the cat mural. Helpful that they have a small play area for toddlers and a changing table in the women's bathroom. read more

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Sunday Brunch! Food was very good. Great twists on classic brunch items. Spicy chicken and waffles....the waffles were tender and flavorful. Chile con queso Benedict with perfectly poached eggs. The cheese was a great substitute for hollandaise. A comfort food staple. The plant based menu was full of variety too. The veggie scramble was delicious. Best of all they are dog friendly! read more

Had a lovely evening with entertainment. The service was excellant, and the food was good. Plan on coming again when there is live music. read more

Restaurant 198 - Live Music @Restaurant 198 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

This is another great place to come too . This is called Restaurant 198 which a long time ago used to be Seibles . This place is a mixture of American and American Traditions Mixed together when it comes to their food . As you see they have a good sized parking area . As you walk inside they hsve amix of A concealed and open Concept kitchen . They have clean bathrooms on the right as you walk in . They have a host arwa that show you to your tables to introduce you to their best server teams which are my people the Spanish . I would love to to work here someday to embrace my SPANISH Heritage once again without Fear Or Judgment. This place has huge dining areas place a huge barista Area . They have a back porch area only on god weather days . I want to learn what and who I am , Not just my American Side anymore . This place has a great menu full of all your favorite foods such as Burgers , Subs , Salads , Sandwiches, seafood , specialties , All day breakfast as well . As well as starters . They have beverages and alcoholic drinks, And deserts menu. My favorites are the BBQ Bacon Burger , Ooh Lala Steak And Cheese Sub , The Empanadas . . They have my favorite drink root beer . They have castor cake and German Chocolate Cake And Carrot Cake . Cookies and more .They have acoustic acts here from time to time too . This is a place to be a part of something much bigger than yourself here to learn and culture and Language you never knew you had or ever existed . I would do anything to protect my people here . They are my family. Im not afraid of My Spanish heritage anymore . I hope they let me come home here with a promising Job here someday . I belong with my people, I understand that now . American side not so much. If this place is something you love as I do , This place is for you. We hope to see you all here very soon .When it comes to being At Restaurant 198 , I Feel I'm Home here with My Ligente, (My People)The Spanish . Ibwant to come home for good and work here here oneday if they giveme as host and Food Runner . read more

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Food: Looking at the menu, it looks there is something for everyone. 1) Mussels with a side of fries - mussels were good and the lemon creamy seafood sauce was definitely lemony. Fries were on the soggy side. I like them to be crispy. 2) B-Fast burger - also good and as expected. Noise Level: Somewhat loud because of the partial open kitchen. Not as loud as other places so somewhere in between. Probably not the best place for a quiet conversation. Parking: Enough spaces but can get filled up at busy times. Service: Very good. Our server was able to handle our group of 8. Temperature: Too warm inside. Needed more air conditioning. It was a crowded Sunday brunch and extremely hot outside with 90 plus degrees so it was too warm on the inside. Our table had to ask for multiple glasses of ice because the ice just melted away in our drinks in seconds. Bathrooms: I can only comment on the ladies room. Clean but nothing fancy. read more

Restaurant 198 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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A friend and I opted to meet here for a late breakfast. What a wonderful surprise and a great place to catch up! We were seated quickly and our server was very pleasant. My friend is a vegetarian and was SUPER excited that they had an entire menu section for her (it might have been vegan, but I'm not 100% certain). There were at least a dozen options for her. There were plenty of Sunday Brunch options at fair prices, which was good. I had a western omelet. It tasted fine but there was also nothing special or outstanding about it. The hashbrowns and sour dough bread were great though. My friend enjoyed her street tacos. It was a great place to catch up with friends. Our server was incredibly kind and patient with us as we took our time finishing our meal. read more

Restaurant 198 - Breakfast menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

If you're looking for a place that's as much about the experience as it is about the food, Restaurant 198 is a family-owned gem that delivers! From the moment you walk through the door, you're greeted with the warm, inviting atmosphere that only a family-run restaurant can offer. The owners--who are often there interacting with guests--bring an authenticity and passion to the space that makes it feel like you're not just another customer, but part of the family. The décor is casual and cozy, with vibrant colors and fun, quirky details that make it feel like home, including giant cat murals! It's the kind of place where you might see the kids running around, or hear laughter coming from the dining room as families and friends gather around tables. There's a real sense of community here, and that welcoming energy is part of what makes Restaurant 198 such a joy to visit. read more

I was really looking forward to this place. The menu is well conceived overall with unique flavors to try another time like lemon flan and there are many items like that or bananas flambées I can eat even with my allergies. And it's great to be able to bring a vegetarian or vegan person along. I also liked that once we arrived we didn't have to wait to be seated even though it was prime brunch time. I wouldn't say we had Customer Service so much as response to requests. What I mean is we would ask for something but the server wouldn't listen to everything or would get something slightly wrong or forget. All that happens when there is lots to do. Sometimes though the server would leave without hearing everything we had to say, and so they would go and come back repeatedly. If they were listening instead of reacting, would've probably been less frustrating. Some parts of the food were great and some parts less so. Other people liked the chicken sausage. I really liked my huevos rancheros. My preference is not to have salsa verde, but that's all they had. I also like that they served the eggs and beans on two big gordita type of blue corn tortillas instead of chips or a soft tortilla. Someone ordered tea and they only mentioned black or green tea. This person did not want any caffeine. Upon leaving, we saw very big rack full of herbal, chai and different flavors of tea. Why didn't they tell us or just bring us the tea to choose? Water was also not hot so they basically paid almost $4 for some warm water that they didn't want. One thing about the menu is that you would be paying almost $20 for pancakes, eggs, and meat. That seems unreasonable. The 198-scrambled eggs and omelette had zero seasoning: no salt or pepper or anything. So I could tell people around me did not enjoy it as much. The hashbrowns were pale, undercooked and a little greasy. We put all the hashbrowns together to get recooked. They came back light brown, but were ok. We got them to go so we could griddle them properly at home. My sautéed potatoes were amazing, fresh potatoes cooked in very fresh oil. Not greasy at all and very enjoyable. Others enjoyed the pancakes, warm, toasted bagels and eggs after explaining what Sunny side up meant. We had to ask for water an hour into the service and get a coffee refill when we got the bill. Unfortunately the bill also left a bad impression on me. I noticed the items ended in a different amount and didn't match the calculation done in my head. Upon review at least four items cost more on the receipt then printed. I felt this was in bad faith because it's only going to be corrected if the customer sees and asks. They could have put a sticker on menus that there was a 5-10% up charge on final bill. But that was not done. So until the restaurant updates its menu prices or tells you the receipt will include up charges on everything, you may want double check before paying. No one I was with gave it a full thumbs up. But I might give them a try for happy hour or lunch/dinner. read more

Restaurant 198 - Huevos Rancheros - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

Came here to pick up a small cater for a nearby event, and was impressed by both the service and the food! The spencersville area does not have the most options, but I thought this was solid. Other members agreed as well. read more

Restaurant 198 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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My new favorite breakfast spot. So don't let the word out. let's keep among those that know. the food comes promptly. nice atmosphere and a great spot to start your morning. plenty of choices but I enjoy the 198 Iris Platter (2 pancakes, 2 eggs, hashbrown potatoes, and choice of meat (i do turkey bacon). recommended read more

This is a great little spot, especially for young families for a late breakfast or early lunch becuase they have a dedicated kids area! The bar is well stocked and the drinks are very good. The food is delicious with good variety and very reasonable prices. We've always found the staff to be quick and helpful. read more

I hate to 1 star any restaurant. I have some food service experience so I know there may be creature features in any kitchen. What had happened was, we were greeted by a six-legged guest on our table just as we placed our order. We got up from the table and left to eat somewhere else. Keep in mind it is broad daylight in the dining room. I cannot. I really hope they take care of the pest problem. My friend was excited to bring me me here. We were having a great time otherwise so I gave them a 2. read more

Restaurant 198 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

This is now one of my new favorite spots to go to on any given day. I love the cozy atmosphere, and SUPERB CUSTOMER SERVICE. It's an excellent place to go if you want quality food, and great seating everytime. I had the which was awesome! Great quality food andBlue Corn Huevos Rancheros they were outstanding . They are a family owned business and have special events and specialty menu items i.e. Fall Menu, daily specials etc... it feels like home after a long stressful day. This is a hidden gem. I spoke to the owner who greeted me at the door and asked me about my day! He was excited to tell me about some incredible menu items coming up and events for the holidays. This is a perfect place for holiday parties, solo dine in, romantic dinner or BRUNCH. You won't be disappointed, so bring the crew for good vibes, good times and great food! read more

Restaurant 198 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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Tried to like it but I truly not a big fan of their breakfast. I had wayyyyyyyy better. The pancakes don't have any flavor. Bland and very floury along with being too crispy for my liking. Eggs seemed like it was a liquid mix which I also don't like. Hard shell fresh eggs are so much better and healthier. Chicken sausage was ok. Service was good. We were greeted nicely and seated right away. Our server was attentive. I gave an extra star for that. While there I found out they have live music during the week and on Saturdays which I'd like to check out. Check out there calendar of entertainment during the month. Next I'll give there non breakfast items a try and hope to enjoy it more. read more

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I came here for dinner with my family on a Friday night. I'm not sure if it's a regular Friday night thing, but they had live music. We had the option to sit in the music area or outside of it. We opted for inside. Instant regret. Lol. It was so loud, we had to pretty much yell to talk to each other. But it ended about 15 mins after we sat down. I had a strawberry margarita to drink, and it was delicious. I was actually feeling a bit buzzed after having it. I ordered the broiled salmon and opted for the garlic seafood sauce. That sauce was sooo good. The salmon was flavorful, but just a tad overcooked. The broccoli was definitely overcooked. I didn't care for it. The salad was a nice, fresh salad. I asked for their house dressing, and it tasted like balsamic vinaigrette. It was good though. I definitely open to coming back read more

Restaurant 198 - Broiled Salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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Meh. The search for a decent spot close to Laurel continues. Gave this random place a shot. Whittle confused as it's advertised as a diner but has heavy texmex ish like dishes. Good selection of empanadas which I wasn't expecting but definitely not what I came here for. Service was very slow despite few here. Was feeling curious about the captain crunch French toast which took a while to arrive at the table & soggy. Meal was missing the bacon which then took another while to arrive and it was a bit lack luster. Location is good, nice space but just overall basic no frills at all type spot. read more

Restaurant 198 - Bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

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I popped in for a quick lunch. I thought I would the Lobster Street tacos. They were fantastic. Perfect size, full of flavor with aoli on the side. Of course, I had to have a margherita to wash it down. The margherita had Milagra Tequila in it. It's definitely a winner with taste. The service at the bar was fantastic as always. I beat the lunch time rush, so I was able to dine and enjoy the dining experience. I look forward to the next visit. read more

Restaurant 198 - Lobster street tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Burtonsville, Maryland

Found this place on Google maps. Looking for a halfway point with my friend. Free, surface parking around the restaurant. There was no wait time for our arrival at 1pm on a Saturday Place was clean, staff was all super nice! Food came out pretty fast! We were almost done with our meals when our bar drinks came out I had the pancakes with fresh fruit and whip cream. Gahhh it was so good!! For pancake and waffle dishes, you'll need to add on meats or eggs for extra if you want I also got the fresh squeezed orange crush. This was surprisingly strong I also had the beef empanada. Came with a green avocado sauce which all were good. My guest has the chicken empanada and prefered the beef one over chicken Apparently this place is fairly new. They have happy hour and live music on certain days. There's also seating at the bar. Place is pretty big actually on the inside If I lived in the area, I would come here! read more

I nice family style restaurant. Met my Yelp friend Miss B here for bunch. Had planned on going elsewhere but due due to time constraints we decided to meet here be issue it's about halfway between where we both live at. Come in around 1 and there was no crowd at all. You have to pay attention on how to get into the lot. There is no entrance to their lot from the shopping center next door. Pretty basic menu with some traditional brunch options. We ordered some of the empanada. The chicken one was a little dry but the beef was delicious. I went for the waffle with no sides. Wasn't super hungry so it was more than filling for me. I ordered a coffee and a mimosa to wash it all down. Service was a little slow but the waiter was friendly. read more

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The food is always great. Good hospitality and we love the live music, community events, etc

198 is a decent diner in the old Siebels space with free parking. Decor: There is plenty of seating with the backroom having all of the charm. The back room has a neat Cat Inspired wall, TVs to watch sports and a nice garden through the windows. Food: This is a typical diner menu with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options added. The waffles are above average thickness and soft. The hashbrowns and toast have a nice taste. The omelets and coffee are fresh but average tasting. The dessert case at the entrance was 90% empty but the couple items looked good. They should fill the dessert case with decorations, shirts, pictures, and menus so it is more welcoming. Service; The waiters were friendly and helpful. Overall it is a decent diner. read more

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