Sweet Maple Cafe reminds you of your grandmother's kitchen. The food simple, yet tasty, and the decor is unpretentious. The wait on a Sunday at 9:20am for two people was 20minutes, because it is a TINY restaurant. There is no waiting area to speak of, and as you stand against the wall you get the feeling that you are spying on the parties sitting close to you. It is often hard to find fluffy pancakes, with the proper texture and flavor, but I have to say my pumpkin spice pancakes did not disappoint in the slightest. The home fries were southern goodness, onions, pepper and salt rounded out the heaven that is a potato. The coffee is delicious, although the cups are tinier than I would prefer. The staff is hardworking, and they do leave you be in order to enjoy your breakfast, most likely that is because there are many other tables that need their attention. I only gave Sweet Maple Cafe three stars, because when I head out to brunch, I long for something a bit more sophisticated and unusual. Thanks to Ginger D. i can get homefries and fluffy pancakes any time she sees fit to grace me with her cooking fairy magic, I head to restaurants to enjoy dishes I cannot make at home, or do not get to enjoy very often. Sweet Maple's menu provides nothing out of the ordinary. More likely than not I will be back, but because of this it will never be on the top of my list of places to dine for brunch. read more

Um, YUM! For years I hated breakfast food. Then I realized the significant error of my ways and have been rapidly making up for lost time. My companion and I ordered several dishes with all sorts of extra sides. I had the breakfast sandwich on a buttermilk biscuit, with turkey sausage and a blueberry muffin, and I got to taste an omelet with all sorts of fixins. Pancakes, fruit salad, and iced tea were also thrown into this delightful mix. My meal was truly tasty and fresh, and I am still thinking about that blueberry muffin and how quickly I can get another one, or eight. The layout is a bit cramped, and I would have liked another iced tea, but the waitress was a bit too harried with the breakfast crowd to attend to that detail. Minor stuff, indeed.. Who wants to go on a Sweet Maple blueberry muffin mission with me?!? read more

I don't get the positive reviews and especially don't understand the lines. There are 100 better places to eat breakfast in Chicago. Even the review that says "mediocre attempts at southern cooking" is too positive, IMO. Mediocre southern breakfasts are much better than this. And yes, it's completely inexcusable to eat an entire breakfast and only have your coffee refilled one time. read more

18th street scramble - 5/5 - great tasting chorizo with peppers and queso fresco Biscuits with sausage gravy - 5/5 - it's more like sausage with gravy in it. So much sausage! Got it with eggs over medium on top which was a fanatic way of doing it. Monterey Home Fries - 5/5 - big strips of bacon! cheese, jalapeño, peppers Sausage patties were so juicy and bone in ham was the best ham side. That Carolina is going places! read more

Waits are long but food is sooo good! Best scrambled eggs I've had from a restaurant in long time and also really scrumptious biscuits. I thought the country style sausage was a little too oily but still really tasty. I really liked the atmosphere of the place -- really gives it a home-y type feel. But since it's small, the wait to sit down can be long. I think they should put more two seater tables but that's just me. read more

As many others have already noted, the wait here can be quite ridiculous - esp. during weekend brunch hours. Even during the week, during lunch time where many famished employees from nearby hospitals, offices, etc trek down Taylor for some good Southern lunch fare, the wait can be uninviting. Nevertheless, should you make it a mission to experience the oh-so-sweetness of Sweet Maple Cafe, you won't regret the 15min - 1 hr wait. Why? Because this 12-somewhat table space offers truly delicious and fresh Southern breakfast/brunch/lunch that will keep you wanting more even after 1.5 hrs of Challah French toast, strawberry glazed buttermilk pancakes, biscuits and gravy, omelettes, and Seattle's Best bottomless coffee. My seating preference is (although usually one does not have any say in this as only one table is available at a time) way in the dining room by the wall/windows, away from the death-staring waiting patrons, as I prefer to take my time and enjoy the good food and good companions without rushing through the meal. Great food, friendly service, and unbeatable prices. I couldn't be happier that I live just a 3-minute stroll away from it. Time check --- 9:23 am. [Throwing on some flips to scurry to Sweet Maple] read more

Meh. I've experienced better. lol, but honestly - sweet maple didn't impress me much. the place was cramped ... service was pretty typical. there really wasn't anything extraordinary about this breakfast/brunch joint. In case anyone was wondering, I had the eggs, turkey sausage and some biscuits with gravy. I did not orgasm ... not even a little. read more

I've never actually eaten at the restaurant, but if the catering we had yesterday morning is any indication of dining-in, it must be fabulous! i had a egg and cheese biscuit that was out of this world. the biscuit was fluffy, sweet and buttery, the eggs were pretty fluffy and the cheese all melty. there were lots of meat options, too, which, if you go for that kind of thing, and i don't, seemed to make the carnivores happy (i used a lot of commas in that sentence)! i would definitely check out the restaurant. read more

Came here with a couple friend because of all the great reviews. I ordered the: Holiday French Toast: Thick slices of challah bread, dipped in rich vanilla custard, scented with nutmeg and dusted with powdered sugar. Served with grade AA butter and pure maple syrup. The pure maple syrup was the best part of the french toast...and for me that is just too bad because I love brunch and I wanted to love this place....but I just did not enjoy it that much. I also ordered the strawberry hot chocolate....not chocolatey enough to be hot chocolate so also not too impressed. Maybe sometime I will retry this place...but for now onto a new brunch place. read more

I went on two separate occasions and each time, the bf and I had to wait about 20-30 minutes. The first time we went, we thought it was awesome...we wiped our plates clean and were satisfied customers. The second time we went, we were equally satisfied but decided that it was definitely not as special as we thought. I ordered the Sweet Maple Special which came with eggs, homefries (potatoes cut into cubes then cooked with onions and green peppers), sausage and a biscuit and I also ordered a side of cheddar grits. The biscuit and cheddar grits definitely made the meal. The biscuit is GINORMOUS and is nice and fluffy on the inside. As soon as you cut it open and slather it with butter or jam, it instantly melts. Delish. Now, most people I've talked to don't really like grits, but I LOVE them! The texture is what gets me and though it is very bland without any salt, sugar or whatever you prefer to mix in, the cheddar incorporated into it was the icing on the cake. It gave the grits a more smooth and creamy consistency and the taste was phenomenal. I only gave it three stars because I felt as though this was something I could have done myself and for the price, it isn't worth it. The service is good and the people are always friendly, but always in a rush. The only bad thing is the wait and how crammed it is inside because people are always coming in and out. Overall, Sweet Maple is okay, but being on Taylor, there's a whole lot of other places to try out if this is not your cup of tea. read more

THE PANCAKES! THE PANCAKES! Ok, so not entirely worth the hype BUT! like 85% worth the hype! If you're looking for a totally solid Southern-style breakfast joint, this is it. I thought everything was delicious but I don't know if I'm sold on the surprisingly long wait. Clearly people love this place. If you're looking for breakfast deliciosiocity, then this corner is great. Stax and Sweet Maple have you covered. read more

Still Yummy! I been going here from years & the food is delish. My only negative is that if you go during the winter DON'T sit by the small window. It has no storm window and it's drafty as heck, the cold just sipes thru you to the bone. read more

My favorite breakfast spot in Southside Chicago! I normally order their homemade corned beef, which comes with eggs and a biscuit. The corned beef is made with real corned beef, not that canned stuff, the biscuit is not too dry or fluffy, it melts in your mouth. I also really like their coffee here too. The service has always been good to me even when they are busy, which is often the case. The setting is definitely casual, but because the place is on the small side, there is usually a line out the door. Be aware that should expect to wait at least 15-30 mins on a weekend. read more

If biscuits were crack this spot would rival Nino Brown's operation in New Jack City. With a touch of butter and sweet maple syrup, it makes you wonder why anyone would want to undermine these biscuits with gravy and sausage. Like steak, ice cream, or threesomes, not everything is better with sausage and gravy. [Though I suppose if the biscuits were into it I'd try anything once.] I'd liken the home fries to the painkillers you find from your wisdom tooth removal two years ago. Really good, but not quite good enough to have your teeth pulled again just to get more. Almost though. As for the rest of the fair, I thought they executed as described and overall did pretty well. Eggs with peppers were provided as described. I didn't like some of the ingredient variations as much as I thought I would like the parmesan cheese on the italian scramble, but other ingredient combos worked really well together like the 18th street scramble. The main criticisms of this place concern service, atmosphere, waiting in line, and the prices. I have one minor critique, but address those raised by others first. Service: The place is often busy and the layout does not make it easy for staff to maneuver, especially when the entrance is clogged with waiting patrons. I would have liked to have my coffee refreshed a bit more, but overall they were quick to take orders and serve quickly when ready. The staff was friendly and even provided me a sign-up to get a free birthday meal. Free birthday meal? That's some serious customer service in my book. Atmosphere: The place is not big and they have good food so it is often crowded. But unlike someone you have to date for 3 months to uncover why they are still single in their 30's - it's not like you can't tell right away how the atmosphere here is from the moment you walk in... Wait: Lines suck but are fairly predictable. And most things of value are worth waiting for. [Baby take me back please!! I'm right here waiting for you outside your house just like yesterday - Let's not throw away what we built over the last 3 months!] Prices: Wanna cheap breakfast? - Go buy a dozen eggs and a pound of bacon and a loaf of bread. Combine ingredients to taste. Cook. Top with cheese. It's that simple. SMC is a unique spot in a competitive industry that operates in an increasingly high rent area. Their meals are priced similarly to most brunch places in hip hoods. My only gripe concerns table justice. Some tables have much better room than others, so you may wait 30 minutes and get a less desirable table while someone who comes in 25 minutes after you and only waits 10ends up with a better table because it became available after you were seated. [Injustice!] The less desirable tables also allow fellow diners to hear your conversation. However, if your own table conversation is so boring you find yourself listening to others' conversations in close proximity, or notice others listening to you, then you may simply need more interesting conversation topics/partners. [Likewise, if your dining party is so boring that you are staring at the walls and judging the decor, you may just need a more interesting dining party.] read more

It's a cute little breakfast place with very welcoming workers. It smaller than I expected and I felt crammed against the cashier table. The coffee cup I had lipstick stain and coffee stain inside and i thought the coffee was just okay. The food was pretty good and I was able to substitute sausage instead of ham on my meal. I was excited for the biscuit, but it came out pretty cold and wasn't amazing. The portion is pretty big, which I loved! read more

Sweet Maple Cafe - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My cousins and I use to meet here every other Saturday morning a few years ago. So, it had been a while and I totally forgotten about how fab and tasty the food is. One thing I didn't forget-arrive at 6:55am! I'm an early bird, its a curse having the name Dawn.. Anywho, I made a recent visit and I'm happy to know nothing has changed. It's still that- eat with no conversation type of food. Allowing it to savor. I had the Fish N Eggs. I went to undergrad in the Atl so catfish and grits are a normal staple. I have no words, just a lot of hmmm, hmmm. To go I got Pick A Pepper fries, 'cause I'm greedy like that. ;) read more

Sunday is brunch day and I happen to come across Sweet Maple Cafe on Taylor St! Great cozy brunch spot on Taylor in Little Italy. Open until 2pm daily this place is a must try. Space is kind of tight on a busy day but the delicious food makes up for it. All of the skillet and egg dishes come with a homemade biscuit that I highly recommend. Unlimited coffee refills is a bonus! Ordered a ham and spinach omelette that came with home fries and of corse I went for the biscuit instead of toast. Can wait to go back and try out the rest of their menu. If going with a group I recommend bring cash. They don't split the bill and it's only one credit card pre table. read more

Sweet Maple Cafe - Ham&Spinach Omelette with Home Fries and Biscuit. Delicious!! - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If I were reviewing on the merit of their food alone, I'm pretty sure I would give the Sweet Maple Cafe a 5. Or at least a high 4. Their Taylor St. omelet is beyond delicious. However, every time I go there I am confronted with large crowds and a host with a negative attitude. I live just down the road and often think of it first for a weekend brunch with friends. Unfortunately when I arrive, I notice the long line of people waiting outside (which was doable in the summer, but is now simply unbearable) and immediately regret my decision. Even more, I squeeze my way through the masses of people waiting for a table and put my name in with a cranky host. To avoid long waits and morning frustration, I usually get my food to go or simply walk out and hit up the (admittedly lesser quality, but much more spacious joint) White Palace Grill a few blocks away. read more

Sweet and cozy cafe for a lazy weekend brunch, the way it should be. Sleepy location on Taylor street in U-village is bright inside and inviting, with a friendly staff to match. Showed up with a friend on a Saturday afternoon and had: - a custom ordered egg white omlette (grilled chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, and green peppers) - huge portions and yum. - both the sweet and corn meal biscuits - big, golden, and fluffy, but not quite as buttery as I would have liked. - grits - plain, so we added butter and salt. - chocolate banana pancakes - huge, low on banana and topped with little chocolate morsels, but good A good mix of ages, ethnicities, adults and students looking to ease into the weekend. Comfort food in a comfortable setting - would definitely come back. read more

My hangover was miraculously cured. So, we waited for an hour to get a seat, but it was very worth it. We just put our name on the list & went to bar louie to drink bloody mary's in which I lost last night's cantonese dinner. I got the sweet maple special: cheddar grits, biscuits & gravy, poached eggs & bacon. OHHHHHHHH my. I will be here again when I can stomach more food : ) It would do them well to have a bigger space though. It was packed to the brim & very claustrophobic. It looked like an old southern lady's dining room. I want to eat these grits again. I put my bacon in it. uuuuhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh gimme read more

Party of six, waited for an hour, and never got a seat. The staff was incredibly rude and really didn't care that we were waiting so long.I asked the hostess how much longer, she said we were next. Then some guy host started calling every party that arrived after we did. Huh? I ask the host what the problem was, he response was that we were six and didn't have a table. My friend suggested putting two tables together. Good idea right? He couldn't do that. Really bad service. Won't be giving this place another try. I'll be heading over to Meli's cafe instead. read more

Underwhelmed. The french toast was three slices of wonder bread with powdered sugar and a side of pancake syrup, not the decadent slices of challah I was expecting. The country sausage had a weird gamey flavor, but smothering it in syrup helped. The wait staff was great, there wasn't a wait on an early Sunday morning (around 8:30), and the prices were pretty cheap. I really don't understand the hype though. If you're looking for a fantastic brunch experience, head over to Bongo Room or M. Henry, you won't regret it! read more

Breakfast has become my favorite meal of the day, so I take it seriously. I enjoyed my breakfast experience at Sweet Maple Cafe. I loved the country potatoes and the biscuits were divine! I will definitely go back. read more

Let's say the best brunch in town and I applaud the staff for making experience wonderful Food was very fresh and excellent read more

After seeing this place on Check, Please! well over a year ago, I've been wanting to try it. But every time I drove past on weekends, the line was crazy long. So on my day off, I met up with a friend here for breakfast. I had the Fall special - pumpkin spice pancakes. It was very fluffy/tasty and you can really taste the pumpkin in it but it seemed to be lacking the "spice" it had proclaimed in its name. And for that, I will have to subtract a star. The service was super friendly, and they really make you feel like you're being served your favorite breakfast by your grandma/mom/aunt. And their amicable attitudes seemed truly genuine - it's a real treat to be in this sort of environment. The walls are decorated with a few frames of old family photos, which I found to be a great addition to the "home-like" atmosphere of the place. read more

Sweet Maple Cafe is outstanding, a great southern breakfast place on Taylor. In the past year, I have eaten quite a bit of brunch/late breakfast. Wishbone, Yolk, Bongo Room, Lou Mitchell's, etc... We always avoided Sweet Maple Cafe because the lines frequently extend into Taylor Street. Yesterday we had a 1pm lunch, with only a 15 minute wait, and it was amazing .One of the best I have had in this city. My boyfriend had the Blueberry Pancakes with a side of bone-in-ham and home-fries. The ham was excellent, just like Easter at the Jen N. household, and the home-fries were the perfect amount of oniony and no ketchup was required. The Blueberry pancakes? I have no words... I think the best pancakes, ever. I went healthy and had the egg white omelet with green pepper, red pepper, low fat cheese, black beans, and tomatoes with fruit and whole grain toast. The whole thing was excellent. The coffee was a little disappointing, but with such good food I can totally look past that. They don't appear to buy into that fresh squeezed stuff, so I didn't have any juice. The atmosphere is cozy, warm, and southern-style. There is no finish on the ceiling or floors while a dilapidated faux finish on the walls makes you feel like you are at a side of the road breakfast spot in the south. The servers were all competent and friendly and the clientele was a really diverse and friendly group - probably because of UIC. read more

How could I 4get 2 write a review about this restaurant. I rate this place 5 stars for their breakfeast. This has to be the best breakfeast in the U.S.A (even though I have only been to 10 states out of the 50 but still... I don't think any1 can surpass them in that area). * fresh squeezed orange juice * home-made syrup * eggs come scrambled with cheese (I didn't even have 2 ask) * home-made apple sauce My banana pancakes was off the freakin' chain. Every other breakfeast spot just throws the nana's on top but Maples put it in there some kind of perfect way i just can't explain. I tasted my friends french toast - da bomb. I tasted my other friends grits - on point. I mean U just can't go wrong here. Sausage, Biscuits, Home Fries...NEED I SAY MO Oh but yes we can't 4get about the CONS nothing serious besides - very small inside which i was surprised cuz it was extremely crowded - no sitting waiting area -about an hour wait @ the most but worth every minute and second read more

Again, kickin myself in the pants for living in the area for so long and now JUST eating here. W.T.F. And the messed up thing is, the recommendation came from someone in da burbs. (bows head down in shame). Anyway, better late than never. But if you're comin here, better earlier than later - cuz I hear the wait gets craaaaaazaaaay on the wkends. And I know why - it's cuz This place is damn good. Like fresh, bed and breakfast type of good - old country home style cookin' good. The get your arse up and outta bed to eat here early kinda good. Well, you get the point. I had Carmen G's skillet - holy heaven. Pretty much veggie and bacon skillet and potatoes. Fire. And their biscuits melt in your mouth. It's kinda crumbly so be gentle with it when slathering up da butter and jelly. Then quickly devour it before anyone in your group snatches it. For real. Hubs got the corned beef hash and was a little disappointed - not b/c it wasn't good, but more so b/c it wasn't what he expected. And what he expected was what he was craving. Tot his bad, not theirs. Hahah j/k. I think he just liked my meal better as he was guilty of stealing my food everytime I blinked or took a sip of my coffee. I let him slide since it was a sunny Sunday in October and I was smug with knowing I had ordered the better meal. :) We walked over here so that's plus points for being close. We also had the enjoyment of cheering on the runners of the BofA Marathon. Woo-Hoo! It's just a wee bit pricey here, but not so offensively so that I would never come back. Cuz I will be back...oh yes, I will be back... Just gotta explore the neighborhood a bit more before making my second rounds. read more

biscuits, BISCUITS, biscuits! Slap some butter, jam, maple syrup or nothing at all ... because the biscuits served in this place are fine on their own. I recently went to this establishment after a hefty weekend of studying and hardly getting any sleep and it hit the spot. Located on Taylor street between loomis and racine (those are the main streets), the locale is pretty small maybe an average of 40 people at most can be seated at the same time. There is always a line at the door, but the service is great. The servers are always really nice and helpful. The pancakes they serve are on par and the corn beef hash is something to be experienced. The pricing is also not that bad, I would say that if you went here to eat expect to drop like 10-15 plus tip. That's not so bad for a delish breakfast or brunch. The biscuits are what make this place! Go try them out! read more

This neighbourhood-favorite boasts the kind of breakfast your Southern aunt would serve - and their menu definitely matches up! We came early at 9:30 am and snagged one of the last free tables. By the time we finished, there was a line out the door - so come early! I ordered the chicken liver with grits, scrambled eggs, and a biscuit (this all comes with!). Surprisingly, the chicken liver was breaded and fried, which isn't my preferred way of eating it, but tasted good (as fried food does). My fiancé ordered the French toast which comes with toast and options for meat - he got the bone-in ham, which inexplicably does not come on a bone. The French toast was good, but the ham your standard fare (unusual, since they tout it as one of their specials on the menu). The prices were a good value for how much food we got, and we were tempted to linger in the welcoming warmth. We turned over the table after seeing the long line, and it was a lovely breakfast before our flight out of Chicago! read more

This place is definitely A-OK. Nothing to rave about but nothing to complain about either. We came at 1ish on a Saturday afternoon and were lucky to get seated within about 10 minutes. I was pretty excited for this - I've heard people pumping Sweet Maple Cafe up for a few years now and was looking forward to experiencing it for myself. I knew when I looked at the menu that I was likely going to be disappointed. I found it odd how much of it was dedicated to egg dishes, given the name of the place. You'd think there would be more sweet options. Or a side order of pancakes. In fact, had there been a side order of pancakes, it probably would have pushed this to a 4 star review, because I could have ordered what I actually wanted. Instead, I had the banana pancakes. They were good. When you first get them, you don't see any bananas, which is concerning, but not to worry - they are inside the pancakes. They were served with butter and a little plastic container of maple syrup. Kinda stingy. And you had to pay extra if you wanted a second one. No thanks, I made do with the one. And my food was really good, as was the food of my brunch companions. But I don't know - the weirdness about the maple syrup combined with the menu... I probably won't be hurrying back. There are too many better places to brunch. read more

Ok, so it's been a while since I've made the trek into the city for breakfast at this little gem, but I still have dreams about those home fries. Oh gawd. I want them now and it's a Friday night. And they're closed. *Tear* This place was unbelievable quaint and perfect for a nice breakfast in between a friend's classes. The staff was super friendly. The food was fantastic. The biscuits were delightful and obviously, the home fries were memorable to say the least. The place was pretty crowded, but it's not hard to see why. Everything about this place screams breakfast for foodies. If I make it back into that neighborhood any time soon, I may just have to stop in for a meal. Or maybe a special trip in just for that sweet treat. read more

My daughter took me here after Black Friday shopping. It's a little store front, restaurant. Tables are way to close to each other. I ordered the create your omelette. X2 mushrooms, onions, tomatoes $12.35. I figured that cheese was a given. Wrong! I informed waitress I don't each carbs, can I substitute fresh fruit? "Sure" she said. I ordered iced tea. My daughter had French toast $8.25, with a side of ham $2.35. Coffee $2.75.(at least she got 1 refill). My plate arrived, dripping with liquid. Yuk! I had to use my napkin to drain the liquid. No cheese, ok. I didn't ask for it. My bad! Fresh fruit was frozen fruit, still thawing. Worst of all she charges me $1.30 for it! No refills on iced tea? That is highway robbery, $2.10 for colored water with no refill? $29.10 before tax and tip. Not worth it. I was happy to be relaxing with my daughter. 1st and last time here. read more

I enjoy the food at sweet maple. I had the salmon croquette special but I don't think I would get it again. There are many other places in the city with better salon croquettes. The waitress was very nice and my eggs were cooked perfectly. Also loved the biscuits!! They are a must try. I also had a taste of my friend's cinnamon roll pancakes. They were great but i that the topping was layered between the pancakes. The bottom ones were very dry since the topping was only on top. read more

Sweet Maple Cafe - Salmon croquette special - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This may be my favorite breakfast in Chicago - it's a toss up between this and Tweet - so I'll just say it's my favorite breakfast south of the Eisenhower. Great biscuits and gravy, Challa bread French toast, and a wonderful array of baked goods. Definitely worth the wait. read more

This place is plenty different from Stax down the street. Stax is more modern and up to date, whereas Sweet Maple is more rustic and homey for breakfast. Both have their own strengths. I liked the classic breakfasts I could get at Sweet Maple, especially since they included their to-die-for biscuits! Their omelets were perfectly seasoned and delicious. Service is standard, but the place can get a bit crowded. Make sure you come early! I'm also not a fan of the decor on their walls. It's meant to be artsy, but it just makes it look as if the paint is peeling off. It doesn't affect their food though, so they can keep whatever design they please. read more

Solid breakfast and lunch treats that are easy on the wallet. Think thick slices of French toast, a variety of fluffy pancake options, eggs, grits, biscuits, lunch sandwiches and soups. The restaurant has the rustic charm of a true Southern cafe from the wood floors to the walls (made to look like something a bit older than they really are) and the friendly staff. Biscuits are large and fluffy and butter melts on them easily. Grits are decently good, but here I have to say I'm no grits expert. The egg options were basic. Food was good and I'll go back, but I don't think I'd wait in one of the long weekend lines. read more

"When did I step south of the Mason-Dixon line?" my friend uttered as he observed his surroundings. Well, it is quaint. I almost feel like I should buy a ticket to enter this Underground Railroad-looking establishment. I guess I had higher expectations going in after seeing this place on "Check, Please!" Then again, which restaurant hasn't gotten its 25 minutes of fame on that show? The biscuits were good, but nothing to rave about. I would've liked them to be fluffier. The corned beef was ok, and the coffee good, but I found the eggs and bacon to be a little sad and lackluster. We had a smaller party so the wait wasn't actually too bad. Overall, my impression of this place was just meh. read more

Upside: Great food, good service. Did I mention that the oatmeal with raisins is fantastic? Downside: Cramped seating. Often a long wait, and the closest backup plan is Starbucks or ...gasp...Demitasse. read more

Sweet Maple Cafe has probably the best French toast I've ever had. Sure, the area is a little shady, but it's definitely getting better. Prices are reasonable and the ambiance is nice and quaint. read more