The Pelican Room was a nice and cozy place for a brunch. The main dining are had a huge beautiful…read morefull sized bar and some tables to the surrounding it. Unfortunately, the temperature was terrible. Although their AC unit showed 65 on it, it felt more like 90 degrees! I came with 3 other colleagues for brunch and we ordered a variety of items. We started with the Mediterranean Platter which had toasted pita bread with 3 spreads. The baba ganoush and spicy feta were delicious but the hummus with pickled onions fell short. Hummus was plain and the pickled onions were too sweet. Main dishes ordered were: Pelican Brief Burger: good solid burger but I ordered it medium and received well done which was disappointing. Fries were good but nothing spectacular. Filet (Oh) Fish: good nothing special The Pelican Platter: The presentation was impressive was the taste and texture was subpar. The texture was more dense than I would like and it crumbled like a cornbread. The size is huge and thick but unfortunately, I wouldn't order this again. The Pelican Platter: We sub the French Toast for the pancake. The French Toast was a better choice. Tasted good and the texture was nice. Both platters came with a small side of fresh strawberry, maple syrup, whipped cream, and strawberry jam. You also get two eggs, bacons, and tater tots. Although the menu says old bay tater tots, it came plain. However, it was perfectly fried and crunchy so I didn't mind not having the old bay seasoning. Drinks: Strawberry Matcha, Jasmine iced tea and houjicha. All the drinks were okay and none of them stood out. Overall, I am glad I tried it out but I would give it a 3.5/5.

Clearly the staff has not been trained to manage the growing popularity of the restaurant. There…read morewas an awkward pause after we were seated before anyone came to welcome us and take our drink or food order. Our server asked how "done" we wanted our burger and salmon ("medium") but when the salmon arrived it was very rare. This has happened before here -- it took a long time for my properly cooked fish to arrive, and everyone else at our table had finished their meals. Fortunately, that didn't happen tonight, and my properly cooked fish arrived fairly fast. When a restaurant knows how to execute a fine dining experience, the guest is able to enjoy their time and their company. When it doesn't (when the staff looks and acts scared, doesn't bring water when it is requested, doesn't pay proper attention to its guests, doesn't bring properly cooked food...), the experience is tense and unenjoyable. That unfortunately was the case for us tonight. Also, the music played used to be so much more enjoyable. Lately it sounds gyrating and annoying.

I came here for brunch on a snowy winter day so there were only a handful of other patrons. It's a…read morecute little cafe with maybe 10 tables, plus bar seating. To start, we shared the crispy brussel sprouts Charleston style. These were delicious with the tangy sauce and large flakes of parmesan cheese. For my main, I had the brunch wrap. It comes with chips, but I swapped for fries for an additional charge. The wrap was a good size; I had half and saved the rest for leftovers. It was tasty, but not a ton of flavor. The tater tots were nice and crispy and I enjoyed the fresh tomatoes and avocado. They gave me a huge portion of crinkle cut fries, which also would've been great with a little more seasoning, but they were good when dipped in mayo. My husband got the shrimp and grits and appreciated the large portion size as well. I had a lemonade to drink. It was refreshing since it wasn't overly sweet. Service was great. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu!

Just as their tagline goes, this is undoubtedly a great place to get burgers, beer and grub. It's a…read moresomewhat small place with a great array of options, especially for lunch and brunch. Aesthetically, each table feels like a meal at a family dinner table; it's clear that they wanted that vibe to be translated, and it's done quite well. This is also supported by the service being very friendly and helpful in general. To eat, I had the French toast burger with sweet potato fries. Some others with me had various sides like regular fries and tater tots, and the same thing was present on them that tends not to be at most places: they were all perfectly salted/seasoned. It might seem immaterial, but it's a very good signal when something that simple--yet often neglected in favor of just using condiments to mask it--is executed well. If you're a burger place with fries that taste great without the need for a sauce or condiment, you're doing something right. The French toast burger was likewise fantastic, combining sweet and savory in a great way. To drink, we all got a communal pitcher of the only frozie they had available at the time: a kind of jungle juice vodka slushie. It, too, was great--worthy of multiple rounds. All in all, here's a place that I can't wait to give another visit.

A Perfect Breakfast Spot! Pondfield Cafe is such a nice…read morelittle stop and a fantastic place to grab a quick breakfast. The ambience is very pleasant, and the decoration is truly appreciable it creates a welcoming and great atmosphere the moment you walk in. I ordered the pancake special with chocolate chip pancakes, bacon, and sausage, along with eggs, over hard. It came out exactly how I wanted and was cooked perfectly! The food was really good, and my drink was absolutely perfect. On top of the great meal, the service was really nice; the staff were attentive and made the whole experience seamless. I highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for a quality meal and a friendly vibe!

First, hats off to Maureen , the wonderful waitress and Captain of the great team at Pondfield…read moreCafe'. Then to the Chef who is a fantastic cook. We loved our food and will definitely going back. Not easy to find, but once you do , you'll be back. Not real fancy, but yummy wins the race!

This cafe has tasty fresh baked goods and good breakfast meals which I semi-enjoyed. I would only…read moreadd to that they should serve fresh eggs, rather than the bottled and processed ones. Good cafe for a decent meal. However, prices could be better considering the quantity and quality.

This is a cute neighborhood bakery. We were greeted as soon as we entered. They don't have a huge…read moreselection, but all of the pastries and desserts looked promising, with some unique flavors like cookies and cream cheesecake and pumpkin chocolate chip muffins. They also serve drinks and breakfast food like avocado toast and pancakes. We ended up getting a strawberry lemon muffin. It was quite large and very tasty. Subtly sweet with chunks of strawberry and caramelized sugar. It made a great breakfast treat.

I had such a wonderful brunch experience at Alvin & Friends in New Rochelle that I had to write a…read morereview. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and clean, with nice music playing in the background that really set the mood for a relaxing brunch. The staff and service were excellent everyone was friendly, attentive, and professional. The drinks from the bar were honestly some of the best I've had in a long time. The bartender definitely did not skimp on the liquor, and the drink was perfectly made. For brunch, I ordered the omelet with jerk shrimp and it was absolutely delicious flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked perfectly. My friend ordered the catfish and she loved it as well. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. She also ordered dessert and really enjoyed it. Toward the end of our meal, Alvin, the owner, came over to our table and introduced himself, which was such a nice personal touch and made the experience even more special. Before leaving, I even ordered food to take home because the meal was that good. Overall, this restaurant was an excellent choice. Great food, great drinks, great service, and a great atmosphere. My friend and I enjoyed it so much that we are already planning to come back again with our husbands. I would definitely recommend Alvin & Friends for brunch.

I would give six stars if I could!…read more I came here for Sunday brunch. They don't have dedicated parking, but there is a convenient public lot right across the street. The restaurant is modern, crisp, and bright, with colorful paintings adorning the walls. The menu is provided on digital tablets at the table, which are more convenient than having to scan a QR code. They have a great selection of custom cocktails. I ordered the rum punch and enjoyed the sweetness and fruity flavor. For my main, I had the avocado toast. The bread was soft, thick, flaky, and slightly sweet. The avocado was fresh and chunky. Based on reviews, I also got a side of the mac and cheese and it did not disappoint. It was well seasoned with creamy cheese and a well done top layer. My husband enjoyed the shrimp and grits. For dessert, we had the bread pudding. This took about twenty minutes to come out, which was a bit of a long wait. I loved the caramelized berry topping. The bread was a bit chewy, but still tasty. Service was excellent. The owner, Alvin, stopped by our table twice to make sure we were well taken care of. Can't wait to come back again with the rest of my family!

I've been coming here for years. It's always reliably empty at 6 pm when everywhere else is packed…read more Parking is easy right in the back. Their portions are HUGE. Their house salad never ends... and the matzo ball soup is great. Just those 2 are enough for a meal. I've had several fish dishes, hit or miss. But the service is outstanding! Come here with the expectation of diner food in a gourmet setting. This place was a diner before it received a major face lift.

Did not feel like soup much I always order. I ordered unsweetened ice tea , medium rare hamburger…read morewith lettuce and tomato ; no bun. The ice tea was brought right away. The busboy brought filled water glasses and made sure the he filled our water glasses. When the food server brought my dish I knew I was in trouble. My overly cooked hamburger was siting on a bun. No big deal I moved it off and saw the wilted lettuce and dead looking sliced tomato. I loaded up my dish with ketchup and asked the food server for a side of mayo. I enjoyed dipping my French fries in the ketchup and mayo and followed suit with my overly cooked hamburger. You guessed it. My ice tea was never refilled because I never saw the waiter again until he brought the check. I have been coming to this location when it was originally a stand alone building and named the College Diner. I was a customer for years and when it became the Mirage Diner I continued to patronize it. When the Mirage owners sold the property to Iona and built the existing building I was very happy to see a restaurant being built on the ground floor. It is called The Mirage. I think it has changed ownership several times because we tend to see different managers and staff. I am a very disappointed Sal E. New Rochelle. I deleted all their pictures that I had on file. I will try One more time.

Food was delicious and fresh!!! Service was friendly! It's very clean. We are here from out of town…read moreand this was exactly what we were looking for!

Ordered a bacon and cheese bagel, it was ok. The service was good, the ambience was ok. People on…read morethere phone are loud. Don't need to hear their conversation. Got my food to go.

We came right when they opened at noon on a Saturday. All the staff were friendly and welcoming…read more Their cocktail menu was fantastic. Tons of options and flavors; it was hard to choose! I started with the tamarind margarita. The tamarind flavor was a bit subtle and the drink was on the sweeter side, but it was pretty good. I also tried the passionfruit mojito, which was a little more tangy and strong. My husband enjoyed the strawberry mojito and tom collins. To eat, I had the burrata avocado toast. It was a great portion size, with two large pieces of toast. However, the flavor was a bit bland. My husband was happy with the chorizo omelette, which was also quite large. The decor is tasteful and they have digital menus on tablets. They also have a nice outdoor seating section. Perfect for date night (or day!)

Some restaurants get the food right. Others get the atmosphere right. 179 Bar & Grill managed to do…read moreboth. On a beautiful afternoon, we decided to grab a table on the patio, and it was the perfect choice. The outdoor seating created a relaxed, inviting atmosphere that made it easy to settle in and enjoy brunch. The restaurant itself has a modern, stylish aesthetic that feels elevated without being pretentious. From the moment we sat down, the service was exceptional. Our server was attentive, welcoming, and struck that perfect balance of checking in without ever making us feel rushed. Now, let's talk about the food. The Tres Leches French Toast completely exceeded my expectations. I've had plenty of French toast over the years, but this one stood out. It was incredibly soft and fluffy with beautifully crisp edges, creating that perfect contrast in texture. The tres leches flavor was rich enough that it genuinely didn't need syrup--a rare compliment for French toast. Every bite was indulgent without feeling overly sweet. Paired with the perfectly cooked apple-smoked bacon and a bowl of fresh fruit, it was one of the better brunch plates I've had in quite some time. I also ordered the strawberry mimosa, which was bright, refreshing, and not overly sweet. It was the perfect companion to brunch. We couldn't leave without trying the Chicken Burrata Sandwich, and I'm so glad we did. The burrata was fresh and creamy, the chicken was juicy, and the spicy sauce added just enough heat to keep every bite interesting without overpowering the sandwich. Then there was the bun--soft, fresh, and sturdy enough to hold everything together. It tied the entire sandwich together beautifully. The fries deserve their own mention. Golden brown, perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside--exactly how fries should be. Between the beautiful setting, genuinely attentive service, and food that delivered across the board, 179 Bar & Grill earned every one of these five stars. It's the kind of place that's just as good for a casual brunch as it would be for bringing friends or celebrating a special occasion. I'll absolutely be back--and next time, I'm already planning to explore more of the menu.