The breakfast was good but their coffee was very weak. They should make it better being called the…read morecoffee girl. The stuffed French toast was good.

Always a good bet on a rainy day when you are off work!!…read more The Eggs Benedict was yummy!!! The Feta/Spinich Omlet was excellent!! But my favorite was that plain Buttermilk pancake!!! Coffee is always hot and a refill is always coming!!! They have Alexandra Kay Merch.. as well as coffee beans that they roast themselves!!! This has turned into one of the top spots to go for Breakfast and lunch so go either early or at an odd time as there is limited seating and small. But soo cute!!!

Good Morning Cafe is such a fun cafe in the heart of Milstadt, IL…read more You can tell many come back for the great coffee, food, and friendly service! We felt at home on our first visit. The set up of this cafe is clean and comfortable! Of course I had to go with the biscuits and gravy! Wow! They hit the spot and were very filling! We look forward to returning soon!

I met my daughter and husband for breakfast after my physical therapy. Never been to Good Morning…read moreand wanna try this place. Nice amosphere and bright lobby from sunny outside. I had mango smoothies and it was very good. I ordered Good morning breakfast kettle. It was very good. Waitress very friendly. I'd come back again

The food was super good, service is friendly and helpful. The ambiance is great and quite and all…read moregreat place.

Everything went great! The food, service, the ambiance great great great! Everyone is friendly. The…read morefood is always hot and cooked to perfection. It's just nice little family joint. You'll won't be disappointed!

Graphite was a wonderful surprise and a standout dining experience in Columbia. I love that the…read morerestaurant's name is a nod to the building's history as a former schoolhouse, which now beautifully houses both the Principal Hotel and Graphite. Both feel like elevated, unexpected gems in a small town. I ordered the fried chicken dinner with the half chicken portion, and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was juicy and flavorful with perfectly crispy, crunchy skin. The service was excellent, and our waitstaff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the evening. The restaurant itself was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. The restrooms were also spotless and well maintained. It is clear that a lot of care goes into every aspect of the guest experience. My only minor criticism is the size of the drink glasses. Once ice is added, there is not much room left for the actual beverage. My parents found themselves needing refills more frequently than they typically would at other restaurants. It was not a major issue, but slightly larger glasses might make things more convenient for both guests and staff. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and will definitely be back. Graphite is a true hidden gem that offers great food, excellent service, and a unique atmosphere.

Had another great meal here but the is time it was lunch. I opted for the salmon Sammie- a wise…read morechoice I must say! It was yummy with the aioli on a brioche bun. The salmon was again cooked to perfection. Evidently the Reuben sandwich is delicious too. They serve a side with the sandwiches. I got fruit; a good sized serving of fresh fruit. Chips are also house made if you prefer those. Our service was great. It is such a cute place- this time I sat on the bar side vs restaurant side.

Stopped in for their 1Year Anniversary Celebration!!!…read more Grab a few Special Coffee's as it looked like the Pastries were basically picked over. Looks like they had a good turnout!! This is a great little cafe!!

Very nice addition to downtown Waterloo! This is a calming space and great use of a former bank…read more Whether you are meeting a small group or coming on your own and bringing some work to do, they have a space to accommodate you. There is the main area with small tables for two, but also a couple of side rooms with bigger tables, couches, and some counter-height seating. The food menu sounds great. I only grabbed a couple of coffees to go, but they had a lot of great bakery items on display, so I will have to come back when I have more time to stay a while. The staff were very friendly. I did have to wait a couple of minutes for my drinks because they were made with care, but if you are in a hurry, ordering ahead is also an option here!

This place doesn't look like much. But, I'd consider it the hidden brunch gem of the Metro East…read more The tables are all 4 tops, booths and chairs mixed. The decor gives old fashioned diner with the ads on the tables. We were sat quickly as a party of 5 on a Sunday morning! Our server was Elizabeth, she was very attentive and the owner/manager was walking around ensuring everyone had what they needed at the tables. As for the food, this is where we were all blown away. We ordered the fiesta skillet, the Denver omelet and the Sunrise breakfast with French toast as well as an order of kids pancake and bacon. The Skillet and the Omelet were perfection and full of flavor. The pancakes were fluffy and flavorful. The Sunrise breakfast had a little bit of everything and was my favorite! Over easy eggs were cooked to perfection as was the toast! This is a place you NEED to go to. Don't expect much for looks, you go for the friendly service and the delicious food!

I have been wanting to check out the Sunrise Pancake House for sometime now. Today was the day!…read more You can tell that this is where the locals come for a great meal! Many of the customers were known by name. That is always a good sign! The menu offers so many great choices! I love biscuits and gravy so I went with the skillet. It came with eggs and hash browns. Wow! I enjoyed every bite until I was full. It was heaven on a skillet! We can't wait to go back!

We enjoyed brunch/lunch after a morning hike at the nearby Salt Lick Trail (see separate review)…read more Service is pay up front with delivery to table, and self bus. I had my usual oat milk latte with 1 pump of SF vanilla, and she had a maple syrup latte. The avocado toast was on a wide slice of wheat bread and topped with fresh greens and some berries. The eggs were cooked to order. Service is prompt, friendly, and laid back. The interior is fresh and modern, and the location is the end unit of a strip mall. If we are ever in the area again, we would return.

It's been way too long since I've been here. They have such good food. Today I had the Brunch…read moreSalad. So yummy. Lettuce as the base but then lots of bacon and 2 poached eggs on top. One of my friends got the salad too but added smoked salmon to it. She loved it. There is plenty of seating here esp since they expanded into the space next door. You order at counter and then they bring you your food. Lots of good beverage options too but I had already had my fill of tea for the day. Self serve water station is always a good idea.

We stopped here for breakfast about 9am on Friday 10/13. No wait. There are about 14 tables in…read morethere. The menu is relatively small with the normal offerings. I had a Belgian waffle and a side of country ham while my husband had the all meat omelet. The server was attentive, keeping our coffees filled and the food didn't take too long. The butter and syrup were in the little plastic containers but the cream for my coffee was real. My waffle was warm enough that the butter melted. The slice of ham was big enough I used a piece of my husband's toast to make a sandwich. He said his omelet was good. Sometimes in a little place like this out-of-towners can get skimpy service but we felt at home. We'd definitely stop by again when in the area. Check out the goldfish tank inside an old stove.

Plain and simple food. I was struggling with the # of stars to give. I was leaning to a lower…read morenumber. But I couldn't complain about anything, so that didn't seem fair. The food was good. The service was great. It came out quick and at proper temps. The prices were EXCELLENT! The ambiance was lacking, but if you're there for the food, that's what counts. Seemed clean enough. Not bad at all...

Great place for a get together with friends on a lazy Saturday. Or if you're in the mood to read a…read morebook, it's a great place to just lay back.

Meeting friends here for brunch was a pleasant experience. The menu is varied enough to offer both…read morebreakfast and lunch options, with plenty of choices and nothing imaginative. The prices are very reasonable. When we asked about specialty coffee drinks, our server showed us an electronic tablet-- we had to pass it around to read our options. They were all very sweet concoctions named for desserts, and the ones my companions chose were indeed so pumped with syrup and flavors and sprinkles that the taste of coffee was nowhere to be found. Our food was just fine. The waffle was sweet and fluffy. The Berry Salad was exactly as described: iceberg, lettuce, berries, pecans. The berries were fresh; the chicken was heavily seasoned (mostly salty and saturated) and the poppyseed dressing was very sweet. The quiche had plenty of spinach in it but was rather rubbery (I know quiche can be tricky-- it has a really long cooking time so it can't be made to order, and rewarming does it no favors) and the potato soup was okay. Both the salad and the quiche/soup combo had a croissant on the side; they seemed similar to the ones purchased by the dozen at Costco. Mine seemed dry on the outside with a faint moldy taste in the bottom. The patio was very pleasant, and inside looked cozy. The staff did a great job of making everyone feel welcome and keeping our glasses refilled and such. There's a big parking lot adjacent, though many of the spots say they're reserved for a different business. I saw that high chairs are available. Gendered restrooms are inside. The place accepts cash and credit cards.

Lovely place. Great food and coffee! Wonderful staff! Locally owned…read more The coffee isn't burnt like the 'bucks. ;)

I have only ever been through the drive-thru but with that being said, The Abbey deserves high…read morerecognition. It is such a great coffee break! I'd prefer their lattes over any franchise drink, any day. What's even better, it's a 1/4 mile from my home & on my way! I always order a vanilla iced latte w/ oat milk & sometimes an extra shot. It is perfect, every time -- their syrup isn't overpowering and too sweet, and you can taste the delicious espresso. Not bitter and not too sweet, like other places, their espresso is the perfect combo. The Abbey is always quick, accurate, delicious & made by friendly staff. I look forward to walking in one day, soon. Excellent coffee, stellar service. Cheer's to you, The Abbey! :)