Had an amazing burger!! Would come here again for sure!! Absolutely fast service and very polite…read morepeople

Love this little gem! Food is delicious and the staff are efficient yet kind of like friends! Get…read morethe cinnamon roll

I love small town restaurants, and I'm happy to have stumbled upon Mel's Place. Mel is short for…read moreMelinda, by the way. She and her husband, Ron, own and operate the restaurant. Mel was my waitress and Ron was the cook. Mel was friendly and provided good service. I had two eggs over medium, a waffle, and coffee. All was very good.

We're here in the central part of the state of Michigan doing a 22 mile bike ride on the beautiful…read moreFalling Waters Trail between the cities of Jackson and Concord. Upon arriving in the small town of Concord (population 1,200) after the first 11 miles, we were thrilled to see the breakfast cafe on Main Street open for business. My wife and I have been loyal customers of this little cafe when bike riding through Concord over the past 10 years. During that period, it was known by two other names: the Silver Spoon Cafe and the Concord Cafe. Unfortunately, like so many small restaurants, this eatery closed its doors during the year of the pandemic. Riding up today, we noticed the familiar purple awning on Main Street still proclaims "The Concord Cafe". However, after changing hands and getting an interior facelift, it re-opened 30 days ago (May of 2021) as Mel's Place! After walking in the door, we quickly met the new owner Mel...short for Melinda. We enjoyed chatting with her about the renovation she did in exposing the hundred year-old brick in the minimalist and spotless dining room. We then got down to business ordering a pair of Veggie Omelettes with sliced tomatoes and raisin toast while nursing our fresh brewed cups of hot coffee. Our breakfasts at Mel's were spectacular...just like they had been over the years when we had patronized this small business under previous owners. For this Yelper, a delicious breakfast halfway through a 22-mile bike ride is a great motivator. Based on the excellent quality food and friendly small-town service, I expect Mel's Place to quickly build a solid reputation among the many recreational bikers that frequent the Falling Waters Trail. Five stars all day long.

I've found Williamston's Grand River nee "Main St." to be endearing and active every time…read more I've visited, which because of my daughter's athletics has been a lot recently. Shops, eateries, and public parks make the space walkable and consumer friendly. The Sun Theatre, an old school façade movie theatre brings entertainment to the community and Williamston Theatre, with its local thespian scene, is a fine attraction for those looking for in-person comedy, romance, or thriller stories. This vibe is equal parts nostalgic and familiar. Like a Hallmark Channel holiday special in living color. Such is the vibe that this month's review, That New Place, exhibits and revels in. From the lunch counter seating options to the tables organized by the ceramic miniatures that occupy them to the deli case filled with delectable pastries, this place is simultaneously fresh and reminiscent of prior eras. The staff welcome you in unison and usher you out the door with similar hospitality and well wishes for your return. If you go on the weekend, prepare to wait because it has become a popular destination for the bedroom community and surrounding locales alike. Opened in 2023, by delightful and warm owners Carrie Ballou and Ray Priebe, in the location of a former bakery, the tradition of scratch baked goods serves as a foundation for breakfast and brunch flavors from morning to midday. The dine-in or take-home options are in abundance, and the daily specials are sure to have something for everyone. What's Good I visited That New Place on a Friday afternoon with one of my very best friends who was in town from Atlanta as she was home visiting family. It was busy and the owner expressed her apologies for the delay in the delicious Blueberry Peach Crumble Cake ($8) arriving to our table. She was so sincere that I couldn't help but offer grace. The cake was scrumptious and light but could have been heated just a touch warmer. My bestie ordered the Mixed Greens Salad with Mojito Chicken ($15). The tender cuts of chicken thighs were sweet from the orange-based marinade, and the lemon vinaigrette offered a citrusy bite of sour. The only drawback was the mixed greens were nearly all spinach. I had the same protein on the Mojito Chicken Sandwich ($15) which is served open face atop garlic toast with a spread of hot honey ranch and topped with house made Coleslaw. This sandwich was a hit. All of the components complimented each other in terms of flavor and texture. What's Really Good My first visit was mid-week, and I sat at the counter. At first, it seemed like I was the only one who didn't know anyone as conversations between staff and guests were boisterous and gleeful. Then I realized, that was just the culture of That New Place- no one leaves a stranger. I ordered a la cart Two Eggs ($4), Chicken Breakfast Sausage ($5), Pork-Bo ssam ($6), Hot Potatoes ($5). Every bite was a triumph over the previous. The eggs were fluffy and cheesy. The chicken sausage was flavorful, savory and cooked with the right amount of crisp when you bit into them. The Pork-Bo ssam was awesome. Shredded pork shoulder prepared in a traditional Korean fashion with notes of ginger, star anise, garlic, and onion, and black tea. It's not the first thing you think about when breakfast is of mine, but maybe it should be. Still, the potatoes were even better- slathered with the same hot honey ranch that cuddled the open sammy above. Crispy outside and tender inside, but that dressing will have me trying to recreate it in my own kitchen soon enough. Sweet and spiced with red pepper flakes, garlic, onion, and fresh herbs. You're going to want to give these a try. Best Bite The pastries. Period. They are worth braving the construction induced detour in and around town to arrive back on Grand River. I mentioned the Crumble Cake before, but on my prior visit, I ordered two Scones ($5/two) and wish I had the courage to take some home. The first was a Candied Ginger Peach which was soft and sweet in all the ways you want for breakfast. The Blueberry Thyme scone was also soft, but the savory thyme played so perfectly with the fruit that it could be starring on a stage in town as the crowd chants "Encore". Bravo

We definitely will be back to enjoy this place, it is small but so well run, great food and…read moreservice. Can't wait to try some other things on the menu.

So many wonderful omelettes to pick from. Friendly staff omelettes served quickly and very hot…read more With wonderful skillet potatoes included. Open all day long for breakfast. A list of the omelettes is included in the photos. Plenty of tables plenty of boots and counter seating. Lots of windows in the front for watching downtown Eaton Rapids going on. They could use more decorations and pictures and historical photos and things of that type for my taste on the wall. Well lighted very clean nice restrooms and definitely a breakfast stop that we would visit again on our short vacation in Eaton Rapids.

Mom and pop diner feel. Food was very good and service was outstanding. I would definitely go…read moreback and recommend.

Fabulous food and amazing service! We were in town for a family wedding and are thankful that we…read morefound this place

They were super busy, but the staff were still attentive and did a great job. The breakfast we had…read morehere was so good. The decor of taxidermy is an awesome sight as you eat. My husband always says, "Find us a place off the wall to eat at!" This one didn't disappoint and had great food.

Lots of options on the menu. The burger was pretty good, onion petals were okay, and the breakfast…read morefood the rest of my party ordered was good for them. It's your atypical american eatery with lots of seating and plenty of visitors. Service was fine, but the real excitement was seeing the wildlife dressed up for Christmas.

Very friendly service and good home cooked food. Small town family dinner, busy with locals. Bean…read moreand ham soup was amazing, just like moms! Tons of ham in the soup! We will return next time I'm in town. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

The My place diner is simply a no frills good place to get a breakfast…read more Lots of regulars and the prices are very reasonable for what you get! Again, it's a simple establishment, but sometimes simple is simply great! If you want a taste of local old school Charlotte dining, check this place out.

Excellent burger! I got the "Dark side of the 'shroom" burger. It is huge! Very flavorful. We also…read moregot the Brussels sprout appetizer, which was a huge portion. Tasty!

Spring is coming that means the patio will be open stunning river views. The food is good and the…read morespecials are always a win. The staff friendly never had a bad meal here.

Such a unique spot! My husband and i stopped in here on a Friday afternoon for lunch. They have a…read moreplethora of options on the menu, we split wings as an appetizer. He had nachos for his meal and i got the pepper jack chicken and pasta. Everything was good, other than my husband saying the nachos were a little too dry for his liking. Portions are large! And service is quick. Our waitress also didn't charge us for the drink my husband didn't end up liking, which was very nice. We fully expected having to pay for it and would've! But that was nice of her to do that. We'd definitely stop back in here again, if we are ever back in the area.

I had the "hangover burger" and it came with fries. The burger was big, messy and delicious. Cooked…read moreperfectly and served quickly. They have a pretty good variety on the menu. I would return here if I'm back in the area.

First time here and it was great. Staff are friendly and efficient. The food was outstanding…read more Loved the eggs benedict and the cinnamon pancake was the best! The place was clean and inviting.

Food was delicious. There is nothing like going to a restaurant while traveling and the food being…read moreeverything youd hoped for. I ordered the Hot Karl which is House Blended Sausage, Egg, Cheddar Cheese, Grilled Onions, and Green Peppers- on the house made biscuit. GOOD LORD! It's something about bell pepper and onions mixed into eggs, but with that biscuit, *chefs kiss. I had the hash browns which are like McDs patties, so get two. Patrick was our waiter and he was definitely friendly and gave some good recommendations. The restaurant itself reminded me of a diner. I will def be back here if Im ever in town again, but if I dont, I highly recommend you go back for me.