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    Shannon's Place

    4.2 (65 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 am - 1:30 pm

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    SHANNON'S PLACE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Classy
    Good for kids

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    Meat Loaf Plate - Awesome!
    Scott D.

    Several months ago we found Shannon's and we've been going regularly ever since for Sunday breakfast. I'm sure that many other reviews have already told you how good the breakfasts are and what a good value they are as well. But today I stopped in for lunch with a friend and I decided to go for a lunch plate. For one thing, they have a great selection of plates compared to other diners. At least a dozen choices. I went for the classic diner meatloaf which I consider to be as good a measure of a homestyle restaurant as you can get. Well, let me tell you, it was a treat! A huge portion of nice classic meatloaf with no wierd surprises... just good dense and meaty goodness made even better by spending a little time geting burned on the griddle. The huge blob of homemade potatoes also got a little griddle time leaving some pleasing burnt spots here and there. And the broccoli, which they prepare chopped and seasoned was fresh and retained a nice al dente crunch (not bland and boiled to within an inch of it's life like you usually get). The brown gravy was rich and generously slathered and loaded with fresh mushrooms. Honestly, I can't say that I've ever had better. With cooking like that, I'll bet that Shannon's hubby is rocking a pretty impressive gut! I've got a pretty good appetite but there was no way I could finish this portion. I packed up a third but seriously, I should have packed half or more. And the price... under $8 as I recall (and that was pretty much the most expensive thing they offered). Place is cozy and cute. Kept pretty clean... even the bathroom. And the wait staff is pleasant and attentive. I'm going to declare Shannon's an (un)official Pawtucket "Hidden Gem" (and if you read my other reviews you'll see that I'm usually a tough grader). Go there and I bet you will too. I'll be back for sure. Now I have to try the rest of the lunch plates!

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    Katie L.

    Great late night breakfast spot. Awesome home fries, good sausage and bacon.....not much more than you could ask for. Friendly staff, excellent food, clean place. Come on down and get your late night breakfast fix on!!

    Ana L.

    My favorite breakfast place, love banana pancakes, the fruit French toast, the beef hash and of course the Benedict eggs!

    English muffin with bacon and a 4x4.
    Denise D.

    Came here this morning and it was great. The food was flavorful, the service was awesome [Shannon was a doll] and no waiting time. Definitely a gem. We will be coming back forsure, I recommend it.

    Robby W.

    I love "greasy spoon" types of places for the same reason that I tend to like dive bars. They are a folk art version of eating and drinking that really captures the social underpinnings of any given community. I hail from the Chicago suburbs. In this environment, certified organic [insert food here] and other associated marketing hang ups rule the day for the pretentious and wannabe sophisticated. Since I work in advertising I am glad the public is so easy to manipulate, but It is also quite depressing in many respects. When looked upon from this context, I actually NEED places like this to give me some assurance that all hope for the future of humanity is not lost. I travel to New England A LOT for business. I have been to every state with the exception of Maine. One of my clients in Pawtucket who knows my taste in food recommended this place, and he hit the center of the bullseye with this recommendation.Thus far, only a place called the Mad Hatter in Weymouth, Mass tops Shannon's in traditional diner fare. The interior of this place is about what you would expect. Old School, rustic, and likely unchanged in most respects since the day they first opened their doors for business. It was also VERY busy to put it mildly. People were waiting by the front door, and the second someone left the table was cleaned and wiped off in a matter of seconds and a new crop of customers plopped down to take their place. Menu options are typical for establishments of this type, and daily specials are also available which the wait staff will spout off to you like they are reciting the pledge of allegiance when they stop by to see if you want coffee while looking over the menu.The coffee here, by the way, is VERY strong. It would awaken someone from a coma, which is also quite characteristic of New England just in general. They love their coffee here. There is a Dunkin Doughnuts franchise about every 10 blocks in most parts of New England it seems like. You have all the essentials for breakfast represented here: Belgian waffles, omelets, eggs combos, pancakes, french toast, etc. If you can't find something to get into here, then there is something seriously wrong with you. The hash browns they serve here are especially wonderful. Nice and crispy on the outside yet also moist and salty to contrast with the eggs. Yum! I ate ravenously. While we were here to have breakfast, I can imagine this place would be like nectar from the gods at like 2 AM after a night of pounding down beer and shots. The service here was rapid and attentive. The waitress did not have much time for idle chit chat since the place was so busy. Nonetheless I had my plate of food sitting in front of me within about 15 min of placing my order at the table. Keep in mind that this place is cash only, so make sure to hit the ATM before stopping by. Also be aware that since it is really busy that the earlier you get here the better. Parking is few and far between. Bon Appetit!

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    Geovani B.

    Nice small breakfast joint. Finally stopped in to check it out and was not disappointed. Can't beat the prices!

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    11 months ago

    Still my number one place for breakfast no matter when I try other places I always come back to Shannon's they have the best home fries!

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    An amazing breakfast placi in Pawtucket. They Serve a terrific breakfast at a terrific price .Great service without rushing you.

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    Great food great serivce and they open at 5:30 am on weekdays so if you work early you can get breakfast and a coffee before 7 am

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    Food came out quick. Smaller restaurant but that did not detract from the meal. Good service. We will come back

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    7 years ago

    Omg amazing diner, food is great with large portions. Shannon is great and so is the rest of the staff

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    Been a lot I love the service and people that work their very welcoming ‍I always leave happy

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    3.8
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    2.3 mi

    I can add Lorraine Diner to my list of consistently good breakfast spots. I met a friend here this…read morepast weekend for brunch. Although the parking lot was busy, there were still plenty of tables available inside. There is a larger dining area in the back, but we stayed in one of the booths in the area where you first walk in. It gives old school diner vibes with the red stools, yellow/tan booths, aluminum accents, and small tile floor. The menu is comprehensive as it offers breakfast and lunch, and both sweet and savory options. My friend and I both ordered the steak and eggs ($16.99 each) but I ordered my steak medium (anticipating for it to be cooked a little heavier than medium), with scrambled eggs and cheese on top, with a grilled English muffin. The food came out after about 10-15 minutes. They did have about 4 options of hot sauces we could choose from including Frank's, Tabasco, Cholula, and Sriracha - but the only right answer is Sriracha followed by Cholula. The steak was tasty and cooked exactly how I wanted it to, with a gentle sear. The home fries were delicious as they were soft, but also had bits of fried onions to enhance the flavor. The English muffin was golden, crispy, and slightly buttery. The eggs were very fluffy and the white cheese was completely melted into them which was great. The service was good, where we got everything in a timely manner, but we didn't feel rushed or overwhelmed with questions regarding our experience.

    Went here on 5/31/2026 . Was up mad early still trying to get acclimated to this time change and…read morethe wife suggested this place . Food was okay at best . I had like a hamburger that was like the diners specified hamburger and it came in club sandwich form and I'm not a real big fan of my burger coming like that . I also had the fries and this coffee bun type ordeal . The burger was a 6/10 , fries 6/10 and the coffee bun was 5/10, the bun was definitely house made which is good but the bread they made it out of gave off white loaf bread and I just wasn't a fan. All in all meal was a 6/10 service was top tier food was sub par at best and the prices are amazing I paid around 60 bucks for the two meals and drinks plus tip .

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    In the Back room....
    Avocado toast with a side of home fries
    Avocado toast with a side of home fries
    Inside holds many of the original components

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    Inside holds many of the original components
    Maria's Breakfast & Lunch

    Maria's Breakfast & Lunch

    4.3
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    We have been back to Maria's countless times, but this time I tried something new, a sweet…read morebreakfast! The waffle was huge & delicious, it does come with a lot of whipped cream. If you have never tried a grilled muffin, try it at Maria's! The only downside to this experience has been the iced coffee, as my friends and I have tried it a few times but it tastes burnt. Like always, super friendly staff! I love the vibe at Maria's and the people who work there.

    I've been here a few times and it's pretty convenient considering I live right down the street…read morewhich is definitely an upside, but the problem is most of the employees are very rude and really don't have a sense of urgency. That's probably because the owners pay them minimum wage and no one has a decency to leave them. Decent tips.. I am a server at a restaurant so I always take care of my server whenever I go out to eat. That being said, I think the food is inconsistent. Sometimes I'll order French toast and it's super dry and old sometimes cold, but I don't say anything because the server will drop it off and then run away and not check in at all. The main reason why I'm leaving this review is that the place closes at 2 o'clock can you at least open until three maybe four I mean it's a breakfast brunch spot.. 2 o'clock is way too early. I suggest opening up an hour later and closing an hour later. It would drive a lot more sales and a lot more people in just a suggestion.

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    Birthday ice cream!
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    Fruity Pebble pancakes special
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