Wonderful food...!! Wonderful staff!!! Wonderful service!!! The food is very good with plenty to eat!! We come here 2 to 3 times a year when we are in town for the games!! This is always a must where to go for breakfast!! read more

Was traveling and staying downtown. Daughter craved some good breakfast food. Walked to this place from the hotel. Good food. Got the chicken and waffles and daughter got the waffle crepes. Not bad. Ordered a side of bacon, but it was pretty puny for the price. Service was really nice and friendly. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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What a place breakfast is off the hook reasonable prices good food staff is super friendly A must stop if you are in Pittsburg Absolutely loved it. read more

I wanted breakfast for lunch and remembered Waffles INC is one of the few places downtown still open. Service was quick and the wait staff is polite. I devoured my Breakfast Magic waffle in record time. It was delicious!! I'll be back. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Breakfast Magic - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

After leaving Texas a few years ago, my wife and I are constantly on the lookout for Waffle House or Waffle House-like breakfast spots. It's not always easy to find in parts of the US (particularly in the Midwest, where we live). We spent a couple days staying in downtown Pittsburgh while checking out the city, and we were pleasantly surprised to discover Waffles INCaffeinated a short walk from our hotel. It's approximately the breakfast experience we were looking for and 1) the food was quite good; 2) it was lively but not crowded; and 3) they were open for breakfast and brunch on Thanksgiving, which was highly appreciated. Be aware in advance that food preparation is _slow _. After reading some of the other reviews, along with the restaurant's "We don't own a microwave. We prepare fresh," sign, I consider that to be a feature (and, as such, didn't subtract a star). That said, set aside some time for your wait + meal. Overall we really enjoyed this place. Great breakfast spot for the downtown crowd. read more

To start I'd have to say that for the kind of food being provided and the atmosphere of the establishment does not in my own opinion merit a long wait time. Upon looking at the menu I see why they have the disclaimer they have tons of options for you to chose for a waffle topping and many ways to build your own "masterpiece". But in doing that it slows down the kitchens ability to push out other on menu items drastically. For instance someone who orders a regular chicken and waffle order should not be subject to the same exact wait time as someone who ordered a waffle with everything on it including the kitchen sink. There are ways to deliver a high quality guest satisfaction experience without modifications to the extreme. By sticking to what is on menu you consolidate and are able to develop consistency to each guest and have them pleased each time they come in. TL;DR too many menu modifications causes congestion in the kitchen and prevents ordinary menu items from being able to leave the kitchen in a timely manner. Respectfully I would still return I just hope more attention is given to the importance of delivering consistency by time standards. read more

I took my best friend for a pre theater breakfast here thinking on a Saturday I would have no trouble getting in. Was I wrong! We had a 15 minute wait. If you don't get on the waitlist then they will take your name and mobile number to text you when your table is ready. The place is decked out in orange paint and a changing computerized sign indicates that nothing here is microwaved but made from scratch. We finally got seated within our scheduled timeframe and got our menus as well as the specials of the day. I decided to go with their peach, walnut and blueberry crepes which I understood was a limited edition and scheduled to be taken off the menu soon. My girlfriend decided upon just half of a regular waffle with syrup. While they do have both gluten free and vegan choices, she was disappointed that they don't offer whole wheat waffles. Nevertheless, she was content to go with what she ordered. It took a while to get our food but now understanding that they prepare traditionally and that the place was packed I was okay with that. My 3 crepes were made from waffle batter and topped with not only blueberries and chopped walnuts but also had two scoops of ice cream on it. The peaches were inside and I later learned they prepare the peaches fresh in the restaurant. Needless to say it was very good! They also weren't overfilling so I was able to finish it. Portion sizes here are very generous so you get more bang for your buck. My girlfriend loved her waffles and was glad I found a place that serves breakfast food even during the lunch hour. If waffles are not your thing they do offer French toast, omelets, as well as a bunch of sides including a fruit dish. What makes it nice is that you can order traditional made up waffles or customize them with a good number of add- ons listed at the bottom of your menu. I enjoyed the hot tea that I ordered with my crepes. It took time to get it refilled and reheated. They appear to be understaffed for the amount of people in here. Takeout is also available. Our waitress was friendly and helpful and took time out to explain things to both of us. Waffles INcaffeinated is a chain with other locations in Southside, Wexford, and Beaver County as well as downtown. Occupying part of the space that used to be Macy's on 5th Ave downtown, metered street parking, garage parking, and public transportation is available. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Delicious peach picking time in GA! Peaches made in house - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The waiter was really friendly, but that was about the only good thing. This place is dirty and I'm pretty sure the sausage gravy they served me on top of my waffle was a greenish color. The syrup they brought out to me was moldy? At any rate, I'm pretty sure that was the worst $30 I've ever spent. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Syrup they brought to my table for the waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We spent our weekend in Pittsburgh, and as tourists, this place seemed like a must try. The wait for a table on a Saturday morning was only 10-20 minutes. Once seated, we were greeted quickly and served our drinks. Afterwards, it took awhile for our waitress to come back for our food orders. We had also finished our drinks and needed refills. Our waitress was apologetic and took our orders. I ordered the bananas foster waffles and my boyfriend ordered an egg, bacon, and the chicken and waffles, specifically requesting the order to have a plain waffle with NO nuts. We waited for about 20 minutes before the waitress came back to check on us, gave us another drink refill, and apologized again for the delay. The kitchen opens up to the dining room, so we could hear that they were backed up and tried to be understanding. Nearly another 30 minutes after that, we were served our meals. Almost an hour wait for our food was not ideal, but the most upsetting part was that my boyfriend's waffle was riddled with pecans inside and out. He was not able to simply pick out the nuts. I am SO thankful that he doesn't have a nut allergy, he just doesn't like them. Unfortunately, he had to choose not to eat his waffle. Because we had already spent over an hour and a half total there and had a wedding to get ready for, we didn't have the time to wait for a new order. Instead he was left with a few bites of chicken, one egg and side of bacon. My order was very tasty but very slightly burnt. Also, the maple syrup was extremely runny, like soy sauce. Overall, the food we ate was good and our waitress was very kind. We are very understanding it's easy for the kitchen to get backed up, but it really was quite a long wait for breakfast food. We may give it another chance in the future, but will be careful to leave ample time for our dining experience. read more

We went on Black Friday so our wait was probably not as long as it normally would be. Our waitress was so friendly. We each got a flavored coffee. I got the Breakfast Magic. The waffle was without a doubt the best waffle I've EVER had. It was perfect. The service was great. I can't wait to go back! Come to Baltimore! read more

Oh, seriously. This was my 2nd time here, the first being a Yelp Elite event. Both times the service was efficient and pleasant and the food was delectable in presentation and taste. I got the funky monkey waffle with bananas and chocolate both times. So worth it! read more

So I'm giving this place 1 star because we'll the food was horrible. Our server was very nice not their fault, but the food was just bland, my friend had hair cooked into his eggs, bacon seemed old and dry the waffle was stale and I don't think they even used maple syrup for the waffles. The ambiance of the restaurant was bad as well the orange walls was extremely unpleasant. I feel like my breakfast was robbed from me. It also costed me $60 which is absolutely outrageous considering the quality of food we received. read more

I was excited to try Waffles INCaffeinated since it's nearly impossible to find gluten free waffles! I really loved the waffles I tried, so much so that we came back later that week to try even more waffle options. The gluten free waffles are great--there's really no way to tell that they're not "normal" waffles, and the toppings help bring it all together. I really enjoyed the choices between sweet and savory waffles. I wasn't too keen on designing my own waffle, but don't worry because the options they provide are plentiful and well-crafted. The downside to this place is that the wait can be crazy. The first time we came, I watched our food sit, ready to be brought to the table for 5-10 minutes while our waiter ran around to other tables. If the service were a bit better, this spot would definitely be 5 stars. Regardless, we will probably return because the gluten free (and vegan!) waffle options are great for those with food allergies or sensitivities. That alone is worth overlooking some minor service mishaps. One tip--arrive early, or sign up to be put in line through their website. We were lucky both times we went to be seated quickly, but the wait can quickly grow as more people come for the breakfast / brunch rush. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Gluten free waffles with lump crab meat - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Waffles are so good! Service is ok but the food makes up for up. Definitely recommend the create your own options for your waffle- delicious! read more

A friend and I stopped in for breakfast when we were passing through town. My friend is gluten free and dairy free and was very glad to be able to order waffles that fit her dietary restrictions. I ordered the chicken and waffles which was very good and a good amount of food. My friend ordered hot tea which was delivered to her in an obviously dirty mug, which was surprising to us that the server either didn't notice or didn't care. We also had to send back a roll of silverware that was dirty. My coffee also wasn't very hot, which made me assume it wasn't fresh. Overall, the food was good and I'd recommend it, but the service during our visit left a lot to be desired. read more

I have been to the original location but happy to see they expanded downtown. This space is bigger than the other one so it can accommodate more people. They are also on the no wait application, so you can put your name on the waiting list ahead of time. If your venturing out to come to this location, it might be difficult to find parking. Waffles, INCaffeinated is known for their waffles but they have other options as well. Their staple side is their potato wedges. I got the mushroom omelette with the multi colored wedges. It was good and I felt like it was not too heavy. If you do want a waffle, they are customizable for a savory or sweet touch. They also offer different coffee options that you can customize by adding flavor options. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Mushroom omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I would move to Pittsburgh just to be able to have breakfast at Waffles, INCaffeinated!!! OMG! My husband and I wanted savory and sweet, so we shared the Breakfast Magic and Megaberry waffles. Both were SUBLIME!! Our only sadness was that we were not able to make the meal last longer than 15 minutes. We INHALED it all!! Our server, Nunu, was friendly, helpful, and brought us our food super fast. I wish I could come back tomorrow, but I am headed home in an hour. Thank you for a phenomenal breakfast, Waffles INCaffeinated!!! We wish you much continued success!! read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Breakfast Magic with a side of scrambled eggs. Yummmmmm!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Must have patience. It seems like they are short staffed and took about 40 mins or so to get our food but it was worth it! I had the breakfast magic, and he's put syrup on it! The waffle was no soggy, I got my egg over hard! It was a great little find while we were staying down town! read more

Love this place, not only because they make delicious waffles, but they offer such a wide variety! The life saver for me is they offer gluten free waffles. And I swear to you, I cannot tell the difference between the regular one, prior to being GF. I always want to go with the sweet and totally indulge, but I am usually here for breakfast, so I straddle the middle. I love getting raspberries inside the waffle with coconut flakes and their house made vanilla syrup. Super simple, but delicious. I also enjoy their crab Benedict waffle as well, if you want a more savory option. Honestly, there's so many options to choose from. Between the house made creations to make your own, you could probably come up with hundreds of concoctions. I love the fact that they're on wait list, so you can reserve your spot from your phone via the Yelp app during the busiest times. This spot is slightly hidden in the new Kaufman's building development, but so worth it! read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Very Berry Gluten Free Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great place for breakfast! Service was quick and it's definitely the place to go if you want waffles! There's so much variety. I would come back if I'm ever in the area. I ordered poached eggs to try and be healthy but I should've just went with fried eggs instead. The blueberry and strawberry waffles was delicious and so yummy!! read more

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I am traveling from out of town and thought this place looked amazing so decided to do a to-go order and bring it back to my hotel to share with my partner for a late breakfast. I attempted to call two different numbers five times. The first number I called rang several times each time before going to a generic voicemail with nothing to identify the business. The second number I attempted to call rang 5-6 times, someone picked up without saying anything, and I was promptly (I assume) placed on hold as music started playing. I decided to walk from my hotel to the restaurant, place my order and wait for it to be prepared. The website said take out was available for this location. When I made it to the restaurant, the hostess told me they weren't taking take-out orders. Frustrating, but they were clearly slammed, so I assumed there were staffing issues or something. I went back out to come up with a plan B for breakfast. My partner decided to go ahead and get dressed to come down and I would go ahead and put our name on the list to eat-in the restaurant. As I'm standing next to the hostess stand, approximately 7-8 minutes after being told they don't take take-out orders, another person walks in. She has also been trying to call with no success and informs the restaurant staff of this. They offer zero explanation and seem annoyed by her statement. She states that she wants to place a to-go order... AND THEY IMMEDIATELY TAKE THE ORDER. Meanwhile, I'm standing right next to the hostess stand, by the hostess who told me they aren't taking to-go orders, while she's avoiding eye contact with me, and watching this lady give her to-go order. I've not had the food yet (hence the two stars on the off chance the food is epic) so I can't speak to that but if I weren't from out of town and had more time to find a different place (we have an event to attend soon) I would go someplace differently. The employees need to work on customer service, not providing different services to different people, their phone message/line needs updated, as does their website if they are only offering take-out to selective people. I sincerely hope the not offering take-out thing has nothing to do with me being part of a minority/marginalized group of people as the lady who was treated much differently than I was, gave no outward appearance of being part of a minority/marginalized group. And as I'm standing here writing this, a second person has come in to place a take-out order. The same hostess who told me no went to find an employee to take the order, while still avoiding eye contact or any interaction with me. Edited to add: as I'm sitting here, still waiting to be seated and give my order, the lady who walked in after I was told they weren't taking to-go orders and placed her to-go order just received her food and is leaving. Incredibly frustrating. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - The lady who was allowed to place a to-go order after I was told no to-go orders are being accepted. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Service was great very friendly and helpful. However food order was wrong- not our servers fault. Took a long time to get the right order and when I did, the goat cheese on top of my waffle had blue green mold in it(it was not blue cheese). The manager tried to tell me it wasn't moldy and to gaslight me and talk about how clean the kitchen was. I tasted it --I know that it was mold. They did pay for our meal, but the aggravation really wasn't worth it. We will go to the waffles INCaffeinated in Beaver from now on but not here anymore. I really hate being patronized, and being told that what I know is true is not. No matter how many times he says it that goat cheese was moldy. Sorry, I did not think to take a picture to post before they took the plate away. read more

The signature dish funky monkey looked like a joke as compared to the picture. It took 45 minutes to make. Was cold. Again, Nothing like the picture. I tried two bites and stopped. It was super gross. I couldn't believe I waited so long for that. It takes like 3 minutes to make a waffle! I couldn't believe they actually served me it with a straight face. They didn't charge me for it. And, they offered substitution but we were already there for coming up on a hour. It would be torture to stay there any longer. The coffee was good. The server was nice. I wouldn't recommend. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Funky Monkey - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Holy shitballs! 1st call ahead or put your name on the waitlist that is on yelp because this place is JUMPIN! Omg! I don't think I've had a better breakfast than this! They have sooo many options, literally you can create a pineapple cheesecake waffle with strawberry drizzle! They have savory options as well! A cornbread waffle with GUMBO?!? What in the actual fuck?!? Delish! Food came out pretty quick considering they were quite busy!!! Jack was our server super sweet and quite helpful, worked hard, fast and did the best he could with such a busy morning! I ordered the funky monkey and damn it was GREAT! My husband had the sacre-bleu blueberry French toast! Omg it was amazing!!!! Eat here and wow your taste buds read more

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Although we had a lengthy wait, the food was VERY delicious. Sweet and savory! The location has a great view of downtown and the atmosphere is welcoming. read more

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This place was amazing. We were sat right away and the service was spectacular. Our server was on the spot and didn't let us go without anything. My wife and I both had a waffle and both were delicious. If your in Pittsburgh, I definitely recommend this place. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Souther Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

It was crowded (ots of steelers and rams fans trying to get their grub on). We waited for 30 min. Not bad for 10am on sunday. Once we were seated, the server was friendly and accommodating. He made sure to fulfill our drink orders and keep them filled. The food was the best part. All of it came out at the same time and it was delicious. I had the funky monkey waffles which melted in your mouth and had the perfect amount of chocolate. This place definitely lives up to their yelp reputation!! read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The first time we went here I had the waffles and I was not impressed and we gave it a second try, this time I had scrambled omelette and potatoes. I could honestly say the best breakfast potatoes I have had, the fact it's a medley of potatoes giving you a sweet and savory taste is amazing! To top it off there is fried onions in peppers in the potatoes that's just completes the over all taste loved it!! The eggs were good too I'm glad we came back. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Sadly I have to post a negative review here. I was excited to try this place thinking it was an innovative waffles place with unique offerings. However, it was more diner than cafe and food was poor quality. The latte was disappointing. The waffle toppings of bananas, blueberries and candied pecans were poor quality. The blueberries were not fresh. The pecans were sad little pieces. Service was so so. I don't recommend this place. read more

I've been to the South Side location a couple of times where I've eaten the Funky Monkey waffle (bananas, chocolate chips, peanut butter and more) as well as chicken and waffle. Both were super delicious. This morning after grabbing coffee at a local spot a coworker was hungry for brekkie and asked if I'd want to split something. When she said WafflesINC I couldn't refuse. We decided on the Megaberry waffle which is a waffle stuffed with raspberries and blueberries. Talk about a taste explosion for the mouth. Woah! It's also topped with more berries, whipped cream and vanilla sauce. The waffles are cooked to perfection with a lightness that doesn't make them hard or crunchy. Splitting this was definitely the way to go since it's pretty filling. Yay for having a location downtown though I'm not sure it's good for the old waistline! The interior is orange and I mean orange! Orange fast food style booth seating and not much in the way of decor at all. Very basic. But hey the food is good and that's alright by me. read more

Literally one of the best breakfasts I've ever eaten. Perfectly cooked waffle- soft! Local delicious coffee. Scrambled eggs were actually the best I've ever eaten. Entire staff is so kind and friendly. We're in town for the weekend and plan to go back again tomorrow for breakfast! read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Funky monkey waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Yummy, yummy, yummy!!! Such a delicious brunch. They have lots of savory and sweet choices that your can mix and match. The staff was efficient and helpful. We utilized the call ahead seating and that was a huge help, it can get pretty busy on the weekends. read more

Wow, this place is a hidden gem!!!!!if in Pittsburgh make sure you visit; service was quick, food excellent!!! This is the kind of small business that defines a city. Only thing is the store front blends in and hard to see.. but worth the search read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Peach Waffle with bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Soooooo delicious. I had the BC breakfast with the half waffle and had zero regrets. Such huge portions we didn't even need lunch! We arrived after 1030 on a Thursday and there was no wait. We were quickly seated and our server brought waters. Our server was friendly and quick to bring requested items. Prices are completely reasonable for the portion sizes. The home fries come with multiple varieties of potato which was awesome! Mushrooms as a side brought me abundant joy! 100% recommend this place if you're in downtown Pittsburgh. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Came to this location for lunch on a weekday. Ordered the veggie omelette and chose the fruit salad option as my side. Been to another location before, so it was nice already having an idea of what to expect. Friend ordered their Benny and asked for the crab meat to be on the side. What's hot - Layout. Decent waiting space. It's the front corner of the restaurant with seating benches, which is helpful. This location is in the heart of downtown, which guarantees rush hours, which is why I'm happy there is a decent waiting area. - Menu. I like the variety. There are many breakfast options- sweet and savory options, crepes, omelettes, fruity options, etc... it's nice to have options to accommodate what mood I'm in and/or what type of breakfast food I'm craving. - Quality. Yummers! The pico de gallo was fresh and spicy, which added to the flavor. The salsa wasn't overly spicy, but enough of a kick, which was great. The crab meat that was on my friend's Benny was delicious- not too sweet or briney. There's a good amount of crab meat, too- around the size of your fist. The eggs were nicely poached and the yolks runny. The fruit salad was pretty fresh. The fruits were pieces oranges, pineapple, strawberries, grapes, apple, and pear. With the exception of the pineapple, the rest of the fruit seemed fresh. I also didn't taste the extra sweetness of added sugar in the fruit salad, which I liked. - Take away. While I was waiting, a couple customers came in to pick up their orders. They only waited a few minutes to pay and for their food to be wrapped up. From what I could tell, it looked like the food was prepared fresh and wasn't just sitting around. It's nice to see this, because it's an additional option. What's not - Price. Many of their dishes don't come with a side, which I don't like. Sides cost extra. - Order mistake. I ordered the veggie omelette and that's definitely not what I got. I'm not certain how there was any confusion. I didn't bring up the mistake, which is my bad. At least it was yummy. - Be prepared for it to be busy, because of the location. Final answer Plan on coming back again. read more

Out of towner - was staying right around the corner and popped in for breakfast. Food was great! My sister got the Frolic and boy I wish I would have. Service was great, it was a 20-30 min wait on Saturday morning and we were seated right at the 20 min mark. Ambiance was typical breakfast spot, not many tables though. read more

Made it to the third Waffles location in the city this past weekend. They were super busy and right on the route for the Pride Parade. I noticed that it took a lot longer to get our food that day than the usual fast service from Waffles Inc, but nonetheless everyone loved what they ordered. The signature cappuccinos were the hit for the table. I had the Southern Waffle, covered in Sausage Gravy. Wish I would have paired it with a bowl of fruit to help cut down the richness of it. Loaded with sausage though and great flavor. Never been disappointed with a meal from here. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Sausage Gravy Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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We're unsure if it's racism or sheer incompetence but we waited for our server for 20 minutes after flagging two different servers. Everyone else was served except for us (We were the only Asians) and when we told them we're leaving because they didn't even get us water in those 20-30 minutes they didn't care. They had 5 servers standing around talking to each other and there were only 5 tables so it was not because they were busy. Very disappointed. read more

Food was good service was okay the waitress gave me some attitude for no reason and I was coming there as my first breakfast after dieting for my Bikini competition for 6months so I really wanted to have a delicious meal and a good time. To be honest her attitude cause them to loose a star and the food was good but not amazing. They do have some awesome choices and the waffles were really yummy! Overall average experience but good waffle! That waffle was the highlight! read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Banana peanut butter waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I understand how busy this restaurant could be on the game day. But watching them REALLY take their time to do the work amazed me. When customers left, even they cleaned the tables, they still let people wait in the wait area ( which was full of people that some people had to wait outside) for a LONG time rather than letting them sit at the table. Some tables were empty for a long time, like 10 minutes plus for multiple tables. The waiter brought the check after our water and coffee....before we even saw the food. Food took a bit to get and the omelet was barely warm. Food was OK, I'm not impressed. read more

Waffles INCaffeinated - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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