ceramic roosters, good country breakfast, locals, elderly with oxygen tanks, no pretense, no macbook pros, no chai lattes with foam art. these are the dying institutions of american cuisine. read more

Village Kitchen - butter with a side of french toast. - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

The food is below average for a breakfast spot. The numerous coney islands in the Ann Arbor area are much better. Service is frustrating, one waitress who seems to be there everyday, is curt and slow. Customers were getting there own coffee. I live nearby and have given this place several chances but will try to avoid. read more

This is a no frills locals joint for an unpretentious breakfast. The portions are huge and you won't go away hungry or disappointed. The prices here are cheap compared with the trendy places downtown. If you are headed out for a day of outdoor activities or going to hit the road for a road trip, eat at the Village Kitchen and it will last you well into the afternoon. read more

West-side Ann Arbor diner that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. I like it best for breakfast. The favorites of my clan are the early bird (eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes, and toast), the corned-beef hash, the breakfast quesadilla, and the italian scramble. They also do a nice job on their French toast specials. You can get a good hamburger here or other sandwich here for lunch. And, really cool murals of Ann Arbor on the walls! read more

We came in from out of town and found this gem. They have a friendly attentive staff, a cute atmosphere, and murals to check out on the walls. They also had the BEST CHOCOLATE CHIP PANCAKES I have ever had. Definitely a great place to visit! read more

Village Kitchen - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Got there early in the morning after work; met an old co-worker there specifically so that we could talk. The waitress was nice but a little rushed for some reason. After we ordered our breakfast which consisted of 3 pancakes & sausage for me and 1 egg, toast, bacon and a cup of tea for my guest, We sat and talked. The waitress brought the food in which my guest had to send the bacon back for being under cooked and the tea back for being semi warm. I ate 3 bites of my plate; the food was okay, nothing to rave about. We sat and talked for 30 minutes and the waitress incessantly came to the table as if to say are you guys done yet. We were the only customers in the place. I terminated the conversation for the fact of felling uncomfortable about the waitress stopping by the table so frequent. I picked up the bill and it was $19.56 I almost fainted! Way too expensive for the food we ordered. While walking out the door I waved goodbye--knowing I will never return to the Village Kitchen again. read more

Honey stung chicken is the whip. Good eats, low key, and no panic attack inducing flat screens.

We came here with 5 adults and 3 young kids. The service was great!! Server was attentive and kind. Food was yummy and affordable. We'd recommend this place to anyone that wants a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with fantastic food and variety of options. We'll return! read more

Waiting 10 minutes for waiters for water, cold scrabbled egg and bacon with hot French toast, waiting another 20 plus minutes for the check. The waiter forgot things a couple times during the meal. Bad experience read more

As classic as midwestern diners get. Not much of a crowd on a Tuesday morning but the waitstaff was friendly and greeted us with cheer. Ordered a scramble nothing fancy but good ole' breakfast eggs and veggies with hashbrowns and toast. Had a nice peaceful morning with a friend. She ordered coffee and was treated to very frequent refills. read more

Great diner type food, good service, reasonable prices. Amazing pancakes, would definitely recommend.

My boyfriend and I tried to go to a few other breakfast places but the wait times were insane. We yelped this place and are very happy we did! Great service, awesome food! My boyfriend got pancakes with fruit and whipped cream and they tasted like strawberry shortcake. I had the Greek scramble with kalamata olives,spinach, tomatoes, onions and feta I was not disappointed. My boyfriend has eaten many many pancakes with fruit and said these are the best in town, I have eaten many omelettes/scrambled dishes and this was pretty fantastic. We will most definitely be returning!! read more

Charming breakfast / brunch place. Sort of a diner vibe, but with a cheery decor. I had the Cobb salad, which was delicious. My wife had the Gobbler omelet which was also very good. Service was good, fast and not too chatty. read more

One of my favorite low-key spots for breakfast in Ann Arbor. Affordable and tasty. Been open for a long time as well.

Delicious, affordable diner food with all your standards as well as some more unique options. I love how there isn't a line (looking at you Northside) and there's plenty of space to stretch out. Portion sizes are great, coffee is fine, this is a great place to fuel up after a night on the town. read more

Great breakfast, good quality, large portions, great menu variety and very friendly staff. I've been going there regularly almost every weekend for over 6 months now. Definitely recommend. read more

Made the mistake of trying this place for lunch. Overall we really felt as if we wasted our time and money here. There are so many other places in the area that also have 4 stars that are actually way better. The kabob special was very small, over cooked and dry yet somehow wet and soggy, placed on a pita. After reviewing the menu and getting a negative diner vibe I decided to play it safe and get what my son ordered, the grilled cheese. The 6$ grilled cheese was extremely basic and small. Definitely the worst dining experience I've had in Ann Arbor. I'm assuming the breakfast at this establishment is what's earned this place it's 4 stars. read more

Wow. What a discovery. Second lunch here. Sweet and sour soup is wonderful. Must return for dinner. Small but stunning lunch menu.

Be prepared to wait & wait & wait. The three of us had just your regular order of pancakes & two omelettes. It took 25+ minutes for our food on a non busy Thursday afternoon. Other people around us got their food faster. But as our plates came out hot, & not by our waitress, they had been sitting in a heated window. And yet, some of our food was luke warm at best-like the hash browns. The omelette was not a cheese lover as stated on the menu---very little cheese in our order. The greek scrambler was awful & the portion was very small---just a bland taste overall. We were not checked on so that just made us eat faster to get out of there. After seeing so many good reviews, it's hard to wonder why if we just hit a bad day there or what. It's too bad-my pancakes were good but they were not hot, not even a medium warm. I asked my party if we should return-and a huge answer of NO was given. Slow & rude service, bland food, & loud atmosphere will keep us from returning. read more

Was really looking forward to trying this place based on other reviewers, but came away with a just-barely-OK rating. I had the Reuben which came with pickle slices & rippled chips on the side. The corned beef in the sandwich was not the best quality and was slightly rubbery. The cheese had re-hardened since the sandwich was not piping hot; and the russian dressing was "on the side" which I had not asked for. Also, the outside of the bread tasted like it had been toasted on a grill that had not been cleaned in some time. Coffee was not super-fresh, either. For $11 out-the-door I could have done better elsewhere, even in a2. read more

This is our Go To place whenever we are in the Ann Arbor area. The food is fresh and good, staff are friendly, and the menu options are unique! Breakfast items are especially delicious. Never disappointed! read more

I tried this place shortly after moving here because it was close to home. The waitress was rude when I asked how the scrambled eggs were prepared _ I prefer them beaten before they are put in the pan _ I told her I was looking for a breakfast place for my weekly family get togethers _ I then overheard her mock my request to the cook. And I got my eggs the opposite of what I asked for. So the $30+ dollars we spend weekly goes to another restaurant now. I expect friendly service and decent food. Clearly they didn't want my business or the generous tip I typically leave. . read more

I found the food to be variable on my two visits. The service was consistently bad. Servers stand around talking to each other, so forget about a coffee or water refill. One meal that came with "fruit" came with three slices of canned peaches. If the owner disputes that, I have a picture I took with my cell phone because I was amazed that any restaurant would claim that slices of canned peaches constitute fruit. So, one decent omelet and one quiche that tasted like frozen and microwaved (I am only guessing at that by the taste), accompanied by the three slices of canned peaches. You decide if that's what it takes to be a good spot for breakfast. A prior review got filtered out, apparently after a report by the owner or a friend of the owner. If this review disappears, you'll know how the owner or a friend of the owner reacts to criticism. read more

They charged us $7.99 for 6 chunks of fruit and a piece of quiche that was smaller than a piece of pie. They are drastically over priced for the quality of food. I will never go back. read more

This place was VERY disappointing. I had a cheeseburger..it was over $5 for just a 1/4 pounder. The problem I'm having is that I had to pay extra for lettuce, tomato and onion. Really? Are you that cheap? I paid an additional $2.79 for 9 french fries and the iced tea was so watered down that it had no color or taste. The cashier/hostess was just a very unpleasant person and did not ask how everything was and did not look at me as I paid. The servers all acted miserable and stressed out, even though it wasn't busy. PLEASE go to another diner...there are so many that are great little places with better food and prices. read more

This place is a great breakfast spot! We go here all the time with our toddler and it's really great for families. Never a wait (but we're here early), easy parking and nicely executed breakfast staples. Coffee is good but could be improved. read more

If you want an old-fashioned breakfast or lunch, try this place! I picked up a Farmers omelette and the Meatloaf special for the day to go and we definitely enjoyed them! The omelette was well-cooked through and the hash browns had that crispy shell you expect. I upgraded from regular toast to raisin toast and that was buttery toasted goodness. The meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy and side broccoli was definitely like having a home-cooked meal (only we didn't cook lol) The hostess was sweet and friendly too! read more

I went to the Village Kitchen for the last 2 Sundays, on the first Sunday I ordered the special omelet, of the day, I guess you would say it was a great value as it stayed with me for 2 days, the next Sunday I had the breakfast bowl, and once again this meal stayed with me for 2 days. I do not know what they put into their dishes but on both occasions I had the worst gas that I have had in my life!!!! I will not be trying it for a third time. Service was ok, read more

A decent place for breakfast. Enjoyed an omelette with Swiss cheese, sausage, and broccoli and my wife had a combo of scrambled eggs, ham and French toast. The waitresses always refill your coffee without asking which is great, unlike some very expensive restaurants! read more

Our go-to brunch place. Fairly priced and delicious. Very rarely is there a wait. Plus there's free wifi! Just note that if you order anything with feta cheese, they are very generous (a little too generous) with it. read more

Very disappointed. Omelette wasn't done. Potatoes were cold. Won't be back for breakfast.

I know this is best known for breakfast, and I enjoy that when I can get here. But I often come for dinner. I love the Steak Julie dinner salad, and my wife loves the Chicken Julie. The soups also are often good. Be sure to order a bowl, not a cup, with your meal, as the bowl is then cheaper than the cup. read more

Just got back from here...I ordered biscuits and gravy to go, which cost me $5.99. I thought it was a little pricey, but figured they must be great if it's so expensive. I got home and opened up my bag and there was a single cold biscuit and the gravy tastes like it was made out of a packet. I feel robbed. read more

This is the best breakfast place I know. Omelettes are the best I've had in along time. The service is great and fast. I have always felt comfortable eating there and never felt rushed llke some places I've been to. The soups and salads are great! And the carrot cake is to die for. You really have to eat there to see what I mean. read more