The good, the bad, and everything in between.
Let me start by saying, Im being a bit picky on this review. This place could easily be a 4 star with a few minor improvements. With the only real competition in town being Jay's, this place has the potential to seize the breakfast market for those not wanting to travel out of Millington.
Lets start with the areas of improvement (minor) then end on a high note. My first critique could easily go either way depending on personal opinion...which is portion size. Yall, if you're hungry, this is the place to go!!! I can eat...I can put some food away...I barely ate HALF of my breakfast (Biscuit and gravy skillet). The portions are a bit big. Next critique comes is the flavor, again an issue of personal opinion... Biscuits and gravy is one of my favorites. It didnt taste bad, let me say that. The flavor of the gravy just left something to be wanted. Last critique comes off the kid's menu...the Funny face pancake. Yall it was a pancake BATHING in chocolate syrup, with tons of whipped cream and sprinkles. If you're kid eats more than half, between the size and the sugar content, they're going to feel miserable.
Now lets talk about all the good...First off, the staff. Good, kind, attentive and fast. The waitress was the sweetest, even brought our daughter a crazy straw. The food came out very quick and still fresh and hot, not like it had been sitting under a heat lamp. The coffee...holy cow, these pioneers are the first restaurant Ive seen that truly understands coffee drinkers. The cup of coffee is huge compared to most diners. This is good for the drinker who gets their fill, and the waitress who doesnt have to make as many rounds filling everyone's coffee cups. Next up, the waffles...they have that sweet and savory buttery flavor, pretty good and (big like everything else). Last but not least, prices. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the portions. If you get one of the bigger menu items, its easily two meals for the price of one.
A few miscellaneous items...folks pay attention to the design of the parking lot. Its a U-shape that wraps around the building (like most commercial buildings in that part of town). Its not rocket science, treat it like a one way for everyone's sake. If you know Millington, you will notice they set up shop almost directly across from their competitor. Whether by accident or design, its still funny, and should make for an interesting battle of the breakfasts. All in all, I would say Waffle and Pancake House is the best breakfast spot in Millington. That said, I would still travel to my favorite spots in Memphis. This spot is more about convenience than anything else.
I give it a 3.5 stars. I tend to grade tough so I just cant get to the 4...yet. This was our first time and we will likely be back again. read more