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The Lunch Box

3.7 (76 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Good for kids

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Bacon scrambled eggs with cheese and home fries
Latice W.

The Lunch Box is a very small old-timey style diner. That could use a deep cleaning.and smells like roach spray.The lady at the counter appears anxious but nice. The cook (owner maybe) didn't smile much but seemed nice to the customer. The bacon, eggs and home fries breakfast platter was good.

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Tyler C.

True community diner on the Main Street. Conversation is good and comfortable They were out of chipped beef and Turkey bacon. So know your second choice. Table wasn't cleaned. And place was crowded. Masks were optional. Corned beef hash was good. Not crispy, bit tasty hash browns had excellent onions and a crisp outer section perfectly done. Comfortable place to get breakfast or lunch. Not a destination.

Lunch boxes on display at The Lunch Box. I loved the Yellow Submarine lunchbox!
Mary R.

I really like The Lunch Box in Hampden because it offers diner fare in a downhome dive atmosphere. And, they have a collection of vintage lunchboxes that is definitely worth checking out. I needed breakfast! I got the 2 eggs (over easy) with bacon, hash browns, toast, and coffee for about $10. This was not at all greasy and was really well cooked. I ate every single piece of food that was on my plate. Service is friendly and if you are lucky, you might get to see some regulars. Thank you, Lunch Box, on the Avenue in Hampden!

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Aaron O.

The Lunch Box was that local spot in Hampden that I always saw but never cared to go until recently. We wanted to eat at a different place but faced with long wait times we ended up here. The Lunch Box is your classic no-frills American dinner. And when I saw no-frills I really do mean none, menu is super basic but cheap which a plus I guess. Ordered the chocolate chip hot cakes with sausage and scrambled eggs. Service was a little slow and there was quite a bit of waiting to order and then again for our waters and a wait for then the food even though they weren't super busy. Food was decent and for the price you can't really complain but at the same time it wasn't anything special. Portion sizes were decent too which made the meal a decent value overall. Would I come here again though? Ehhh probably not. I wouldn't say this place is bad or horrible but it doesn't really stand out in any way. If you want to spend some money during the weekend on a nice brunch then The Lunch Box wouldn't be the place to go. Pretty much everything they make here is basically what you could make at home.

Next to Squidfire, across from Golden West on The Avenue.
Robert T.

This place just opened up in Hampden. It occupies the former Mike's Place location across from Golden West on the Avenue. We stopped in for breakfast on a Saturday and were seated immediately. Nothing fancy about this little place that specializes in breakfast and lunch. It's a straightforward breakfast joint; eggs, home fries, coffee, breakfast meats. I had the eggs, corned beef hash, and home fries. My wife had eggs and bacon. Hearty portions and just what you'd expect; a great breakfast. The thing that set the Lunch Box apart was the prices. About half as much as you are going to spend at Golden West or Cafe Hon. Golden West may have more exotic breakfast options, but The Lunch Box was exactly the same quality as Cafe Hon at about half the price! Definitely recommend!

Cheeseburger with fries and french toast with 2 eggs and bacon. The fries taste just like fries from Popeyes!
Weily S.

This place is a very casual and cheap place to get quick food. However, it's not the cleanest place in the world. As soon as we were seated, I was given a dirty fork that still had remains of some dried up egg yolk. Other than that, the food was pretty good. It's not anything gourmet but it'll fix your dirty food cravings. My boyfriend ordered the cheeseburger with fries (their fries taste just like the Popeyes fries!). I ordered the French Toast with two eggs and bacon. The prices are pretty good too. I give two stars even though the food was good. It's pretty dirty in there and you kind of feel dirty after eating too. PS- I read somewhere on the reviews they only take cash. They take cards, just not American express

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My boyfriend and I's favorite breakfast spot with unbeatable prices, especially in this economy!!!

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Low cost, good simple food. The staff is very friendly and gives it a great neighborhood dinner vibe

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Everytime I've went there it's been so good and they've been so nice. Everyone is so sweet and the food is so good.

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Quick old fashioned breakfast , don't come for the "ambiance " it's not there , nostalgic yes

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The manager Ki P is one of the coolest people you will meet, that alone is worth the trip to the Lunchbox! Good food and People!

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Yo Ki Park ... Dude can cook. Make sure you go check out my old list fried Ki park ant the Luch Box. Support your local business.

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I've recently started working in the area and they are supper close thus I decided to try them out…read more I was very excited when I saw it was Korean owned however their K-food section is only two items; Bulgogi Dupbap & the Bulgogi Sub. The rest of the menu is American stuff. I've as of now tried both of these and very content with the taste and filling of these two, the price is reasonable per the portion and yummyness($12.49) plus tax about $13.25. The only thing I would change a bit is making sure that the juice from the bulgogi doesn't soak the bread too much cuz then it's mushy. I like a crunchy texture to my subs, but the may be just my preference. Both the son and the mom are super nice, if you become a regular it's very nice to have people know what you want right away. The atmosphere is very warm and friendly. I hope that they can incorporate more korean food to their menu, at least 2 more that have a different protein so we have a bit more variety. Though I understand why the options for kfood are limited given the area's population. Things to keep in mind: - When you order let them know if you want it to go or to eat there. Nobody can read minds, but they will do their best to ask you prior to packaging to confirm. - It can get busy so sometimes transaction may take longer because people are multitasking. - - - Don't rip out the receipt, you might be taking the wrong copy. Wait for the cashier to hand it to you or simply ask. -If you have questions about a product, ask them and don't assume. Yes. There is a big menu and pamphlets available and they provide brief item description but if that's not clear, just ask. They also have prepackaged salads, fruit and a few sweet treats, along with MissVickies chips, and bottle drinks. It's a cafe so the basics. Overall, really nice experience. Tots recommended :3

Solid Experience, But I Miss the Old Owner…read more Café on the Square is a reliable spot with decent food and a cozy atmosphere. The service was good, and the dishes were tasty, but nothing that really stood out. That being said, I miss the old owner--there was something special about his presence that made every visit feel more welcoming and personal. I hope the new management keeps things moving in the right direction. I'll definitely return, but it's just not quite the same without the old vibe.

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SHUT THE FLUFF UP! SO GOOOOD!!!…read more We were in Baltimore with a few hours to spare in the morning, so what to do?!? First thing that comes to mind is... crab for breakfast! Ok yelp, show me watcha gat!!! Oh, AND Open Early! Unfortunately, we have just a few options pop up (Wha?!? REALLY?!? It's Baltimore, aren't they famous for crab?!?), so we choose to hit Blue Moon Cafe! Yelp directions are on point and only street parking from what we can see. We brave the brisk chilly breeze of early May to get to the cafe... BRRRR!!! Inside motif has a dark theme to it and small patronage area. Per the lovely Nicki who greeted us, Blue has been on Food Network a few times... DDD, Best Things I Ever Ate & Destination FOOD... so settin' the bar HIGH from the start! Ok, okay I dig the confidence!! Menu is via QR code but Nicki, becuz she's fun, excitedly announces the recs to the newbies, which are Sweet Baby Jesus & Cap'n Crunch French Toast. Thanks for the heads up! Sweet Baby has lump Crab in the dish so that's a confident YES! for that, but I spy something more appealing than Cap'n Crunch... Let's EAT! SWEET BABY JESUS!: Wifey and I wanted crab and this was Blue's big gun! So YES! To The Dish! It may appear as a simple Hash Brown dish but it is so much GLORIOUS than that! To start, Hash browns are browned & crisped perfectly and then the angel's touch happens... lump crab (generous portion) with Old Bay Seasoning, fresh diced tomatoes, melty cheese, 2 over Medium eggs and homemade Hollandaise Sauce. HOLEY MOLEY! DEEE-LISH! Generous crab serving allows you to have crab with EVERY bite of this dish! Mmmmm :) Love the ooey gooey stretchy cheese! Love the runny eggs! And that Hollandaise?!?! LEGIT! This heavenly dish deserves all the hype! The only drawback was the dish got cold fast because of the cold weather outside I assume. By the time I finished my order, and got to helping Wifey, not as WOWzers compared to when it first dropped on our table. Now we know... eat fast when it's cold outside. lol SHUT THE FLUFF UP! FRENCH TOAST: Once I read "peanut butter" in its ingredients, no way I was passing this up! Buh Bye fan fave Cap'n Crunch, maybe next time lol. Officially, menu "says" it's a Pretzel encrusted French Toast, layered with chunky peanut butter, marshmallow fluff and Chocolate drizzle... allegedly. The chocolate drizzle was not present when the plate landed but generous melty smooth peanut butter completely covered the top of the marshmallow fluff. Sliced Granny Smith apples and thin pretzels also topped the dish, with a powdered sugar drizzle over the entire plate. I asked for extra peanut butter on the side just because no one ever puts enough for my liking lol. And whattya know?!? This newest iteration of the dish was FABULOUS! Did they run out of stuff? Who cares! The synergy these items had with each other just made an amazing bite each and every time. BOMB-alicious!!! I don't really like marshmallow but it wasn't a hindrance here. I devoured the entire thing. Compliments to the chef! ;) VERY EASY RECOMMENDATION! Definitely worth a visit and a return visit, as well! If it's cold outside, focus on eating not chit chatting lol ENJOY! :)

My husband and I recently dined at Blue Moon Cafe in Fells Point, Baltimore, and were disappointed…read moreby our experience. The issue began when my husband politely asked a question about a menu item because it appeared to be spelled "browns" rather than "hash browns." He simply wanted clarification regarding what the item was. The server asked him for context, and he explained that he was referring to the item as it appeared on the menu. She then replied, "Oh, now I have context. That's a hash brown." My husband explained that because of the way it was written, he wasn't sure what it meant and was only asking a question before ordering. At that point, the server's tone became noticeably louder, and she responded, "Well, I only work here. I didn't write the menu." We found this response unnecessarily defensive and dismissive. At no point was my husband criticizing the server or correcting her. He was simply trying to understand a menu item. Shortly afterward, a different server began assisting our table, which gave us the impression that the original server was upset by the interaction. When my husband placed his order, he specifically requested that the restaurant's "animal sauce" be served on the side. The menu does not explain what animal sauce is, so he wanted to try it separately before putting it on his meal. When the food arrived, the dish was completely covered in the sauce rather than having it on the side as requested. Afterward, we learned that the sauce is a mixture of ketchup and mayonnaise. My husband does not eat mayonnaise and ketchup on eggs, which is exactly why he requested the sauce on the side. Unfortunately, because of the uncomfortable interaction earlier, he did not feel comfortable asking for the dish to be corrected and simply tried to eat around it. The meal was not inexpensive, and because the sauce had been poured over most of the food, he was unable to enjoy it. Approximately 80% of his meal was left uneaten. We understand that mistakes happen and that restaurant environments can be busy. However, customers should be able to ask questions about menu items and make simple requests without feeling uncomfortable or concerned about how those requests will be received. Description of waitress: Caucasian Middle aged Heavy set Extremely loud voice Rude ( nice/nasty) We wanted to share this feedback because the interaction negatively impacted our dining experience and left us feeling unwelcome. We hope this feedback is received in the spirit intended so that future guests feel comfortable asking questions and making requests without concern.

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