​If you're looking for a place where the portions are larger than your future outlook and the coffee is strong enough to jumpstart a dead tractor, you've found it. ​I walked in thinking I'd have a "light breakfast." Three minutes later, the server dropped a plate of pancakes so massive I'm pretty sure they have their own zip code. I didn't know whether to eat them or use them as a weighted blanket for a mid-day nap. ​The Pros: ​The Omelets: They don't just "contain" cheese; they are a structural engineering project involving eggs and dairy. ​The Vibe: It's the kind of classic, no-nonsense spot where you can hear the local gossip three tables over and realize that Worcester is basically a small town with a lot of traffic lights. ​The Service: Fast. I'm convinced the kitchen staff has a psychic link to the toaster. My rye bread was ready before I even finished deciding I wanted it. ​The Cons: ​I had to physically roll myself back to my car. ​If you're on a diet, don't even look at the menu. Just smelling the home fries adds 400 calories to your daily total. ​Verdict: 10/10. It's the perfect place to fuel up before you go deal with the madness of Kelley Square. Just make sure your belt has an extra notch available before you sit down. read more

1st time here. It was ok. The sandwich I ordered was pretty pricey for what I got. I asked for my bulkie grilled and it came back like it was steamed. Was falling apart. I ordered hash browns and I got those about 5 minutes after my sandwich was already eaten. I had to remind the waitress that I ordered them. Place is small but nice. Lots of parking out front. read more

Route 12 Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Great food, fast service and very considerate :) A warm stop for a delicious meal in the midst of great community read more

Pretty solid breakfast/brunch cafe. We were seated pretty quickly which was nice. Plenty of parking in the lot as well. The waitress had to wait on the entire restaurant and bar which seems intense so I definitely commend her for how quickly she was able to service people. To drink, I ordered the honey green tea. Which I thought would be freshly made/brewed but was just a bottle pure leaf. For my meal, I ordered the turkey BLT with avocado which was realllyyy good! The ingredients all paired so nicely and I loved how the bread was toasted but still soft and savory. The avocado was fresh as well and was the perfect addition to the sandwich. The fries were hot and crispy. I also ordered a Belgian waffle and the works omelette to go for a family member who really enjoyed their meal as well. Pricing was fair as well! I would definitely revisit for brunch. read more

Route 12 Cafe - Belgian waffle - Sandwiches Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Fabulous & cozy restaurant. We stopped by for breakfast. I ordered cheese omelette with wheat toasted & potatoes, my husband got egg, bacon and cheese sand. It did enjoyed it. Melissa created a welcoming atmosphere, making guests feel valued and comfortable, very friendly person. I am pretty sure o will come back. read more

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Four of us just had breakfast on Sunday morning service was quick. Food was average. The bill for four meals and four drinks was over $80 and then with the tip it was $100 for breakfast. I'm not blaming these people but that's insane. read more

Passing through this cute little diner is amazing and so clean, friendly. Tammy was excellent. Thank you. Will be back

Had an excellent breakfast today with an extremely kind waitress, tammy. She was attentive, kind, and personable. Highly recommend the pancakes! read more

Been driving past this place for a long time and needed to try it out this AM. What a pleasant surprise. It is small. I don't think it has room for more than about 40. But don't let that deter you. It is classic local diner in appearance. A little beat up but clean. I went in around 10am and was sat immediately. They have mostly tables and counter space for about a dozen. The place was full with only one waitress. But that waitress was on her game. Moving and taking orders, filling and refilling, serving and answering questions. And still super polite. She made sure I didn't see them bottom of my bottomless coffee. She's a gem. Had the Irishman: two eggs, hash, toast, home fries and coffee. The eggs ordered over easy were spot on, set white and runny yolk. The home fries were from little waxy red potatoes. Cooked just right to get rid of the raw potato taste and then finished in the grill to give them a crispy side. Add salt and pepper and they are a simple well done home fry. Toast is toast. The hash was delicious but a little different than what you normally get. This had a chili powder taste that was good. Most folks just brown-up the Mary Kitchen stuff. This was a nice change. Even the guy bussing table was right on top of things and helping get those tables turned around for more guests. Impressive. Price was just shy of $20 before tip. Extremely fair given the service and quality. It's definitely a no-frills place that gives you what you ask for. Highly recommend. read more

This is a charming place with delicious food and a very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Route 12 is a common choice in my family for breakfast on the weekends. We never have to wait and service is incredible. I personally recommend the Nutella waffles with strawberries. Easy availability for parking and visible from the road. read more

I stopped here for breakfast with my friend and it was amazing! I got the BLT with avocado and hash browns and she got the French toast-- everything was phenomenal. Service was quick, staff was very friendly, we will 100% be back ! (: read more

Nice local breakfast place. Good food menu. I met up with my friend for brunch. I got eggs over easy with bacon and toast with a grilled Blueberry muffin. My friend got an omelets and chocolate chip waffle along with a loaded hot chocolate. I got a coffee, it was decent. read more

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Very sweet local spot. Stopped for lunch with the kids. They were very understanding about little kids and the food was good.

The Very Berry Waffles was good , the pancakes were ok. Local cafe vibe. Service was good

Great food, great service and a welcoming atmosphere... we keep going back. Prices are very reasonable

A very homey environment that you really want to see in a small cafe. The waitress was very friendly and helpful, she kinda had that vibe of what you'd see in a small cafe waitress on a tv show. The menu had some healthier options which is a plus for them. The food itself was good but not great. Very good home fries though the omelette was just slightly over cooked. But hey, I ate it without any real complaint so it was more just it wasn't perfect more than any real issue. read more

Always great service and good in person or to go! I've never come for lunch but their breakfasts are SO GOOD

Awesome restaurant, wish we had found earlier on our trip! Service was amazing and it was incredibly clean. read more

Route 12 Cafe - Hot Chocolate w/ the works!!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Absolutely fantastic! Awesome berry waffle. Just the waffle with berries were delicious. Our sons loved the omelettes and pancakes!! Service was very prompt and pleasant. They were very busy, still made us feel welcome!! read more

Small cafe with great service. I had the Oreo pancakes and had to come back a second time for it. I also had the loaded hot chocolate, which hit the spot on a cool, rainy day. read more

Stopped in solo on a weekday morning- remembered "Jan's Kitchen" fondly and thought I'd check out the new place. Very clean and tidy. Not very busy, but a few small tables chatting contentedly. I sat at the counter, and was greeted promptly. I requested coffee, which was fine and hot, and refills were offered several times. Smallish, typical breakfast menu; nothing creative, but I'm really looking for good basic food in this kind of place. I ordered a cheese omelette with spinach and home fries, with wheat toast. Spinach was ample and fresh, mixed with the eggs rather than enclosed as a filling. The cook on duty definitely likes their eggs well-cooked and firm, and the omelette was a bit dry for my taste; not burned, but a pretty solidly cooked slab of eggs. Home fries were ok- a bit under-seasoned. Toast was thin slices of characterless supermarket wheat bread- they might think about sourcing a loaf with a bit of texture or flavor. No jam or jelly was offered. I'll probably try this place again- service was friendly, and I'd like to see them succeed. I'd try the hash or the eggs Benedict. But I'll go elsewhere when I'm craving an omelette. read more

Food and service was super. Pancakes tasted amazing. My only issue was they wasnt big enough when ordered in a meal. But that's because they were so good and was left wanting more. Definitely recommend and will be back. read more

Very friendly staff, great breakfast, and they take cards! Fresh healthy options available, a new hidden gem.

Service was super friendly. Waffle was ok, just about the same as any hotel continental breakfast. Side of bacon was bland. The house made hash was great, very well seasoned. read more

This was a new find for me this morning and was absolutely the best place I have been. It's immaculately clean, the staff is genuinely super friendly and my breakfast was delicious. The eggs and hollandaise were made to perfection and placed atop a thick piece of Canadian bacon and a fluffy english muffin. I highly recommend !!! read more

Walk in door .Waitress asks dining in customer no waitress are you dining out customer simply wanted to order to go food for construction crew but customer is annoyed at playing 20 questions because obviously if he's not dining in he's dining out . It's not like it was busy , three old people drinking coffee . Customer walks our drives to Pickle Barrel diner and they happily and immediately take order 12 guys are happy they got hot food . Instead of 20 questions just take the order . The previous owners before the fire knew how to take an order . Time is money I won't waste either in this place ! Next . read more

omg we were passing through & searched this place. best waffle & omelets I've had in a while. my son had these cinnamon French toast bites that were out of this world! really fantastic waitress remembered everything & took care of everything. next time we are passing through we WILL be back. thanks read more