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Metro7 Diner

Best Breakfast at Metro7 Diner – Diner Recommendation

The Metro7 Diner in Latham, NY is the diner you’ve dreamed of. I am always looking for a diner recommendation, so here is one for you. A great diner is the perfect place to eat when on a road trip. I had the best breakfast at Metro7 Diner in Latham, NY and I had to share. We spent a weekend in Latham, NY for a lacrosse tournament and discovered this breakfast gem. After a little research we finally decided to try the Metro7 Diner and it did not disappoint. From the moment we drove into the parking lot I was thinking I made the right choice. The meat smoker in the parking lot was a very good sign.

The bright red and classic look of the building just screams great diner. But the pastry display at the counter clinches it. Metro7 Diner is clean, warm and friendly. My daughter had a lot of lacrosse to play that day so we were looking for big breakfasts and that is what we got. The coffee was great, the food was amazing and the portions were huge. Surprisingly, with everything so expensive these days, the cost was reasonable.

My daughter got the Original Buttermilk Chocolate Chip Pancakes with strawberries and whipped cream with a side of bacon. The portion was huge and she said “They’re the best pancakes I’ve ever had!”

My husband got a tomato and cheese omelet with rye toast and a side of fruit. Everything was wonderful. I am a huge Eggs Benedict fan and decided to try the California Benedict. The California Benedict is two perfectly is poached eggs, turkey sausage and avocado on top of an English muffin, covered in Hollandaise Sauce. The California Benedict is my new favorite.

You can tell that the Metro7 Diner is a family restaurant. The employees are friendly and have an easy camaraderie that screams family. Our waitress was Rhianna and she was fantastic. She chatted with everyone, and made sure everyone had what they needed and that your coffee was always full. What more could you want?

My only regret..that I didn’t get one of the chocolate chip muffins for later. I would give Metro7 Diner as a diner recommendation any day of the week. Make sure to check it out if you are ever near Latham, NY.

If you would like to see some of my other recommendations, check out the Restaurant Review section of my blog Sunday Chefs. Happy Dining!

Restaurant Recommendation – The Hershey Pantry, Hershey PA

Looking for a great breakfast place in Hershey, PA? If so, then The Hershey Pantry is a must see. I enjoy giving restaurant recommendations when I just loved the place. Located at 901 East Chocolate Avenue in Hershey, Pa, it was really easy to find and parking was not a problem despite it being crowded. This is an easy restaurant recommendation. It was the best breakfast I have had in a long time.

After two days of lacrosse at the Summer Genesis Tournament 2024 and wanting some more adventure, we were headed off to Hershey Park for the day and wanted a good cup of coffee and a great breakfast. I am a huge fan of breakfast places and I am very picky about my breakfasts. The concierge at the Courtyard by Marriott Hershey was a great resource and the restaurant recommendation she offered was just down the road. We were a bit intimidated by the crowd but put our name in anyway. But they were very efficient and got us seated quickly. The restaurant is adorable. We sat in the front and it was very eclectic with that old time diner feel but prettier. The back porch looked beautiful with lots of plants and pretty tables, I will sit out there next time. Very nice vibe.

The menu had everything. My first impression, it seemed a bit expensive, but for the amount of food you get it was cheap in the long run. The coffee was everything I needed it to be and the cute mugs were large so you didn’t have to keep asking for refills. It was my kind of place. My husband and daughter ordered the breakfast sampler. The version they ordered included scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon and pancakes and it was about $15.00. The picture to the right is my daughters order! The pancakes alone would have been hard to finish, they were huge. My husband got blueberry pancakes and daughter got chocolate chip pancakes. I don’t tend to be a pancake person, but these were amazing. May I note here… the bacon was cooked perfectly. I always judge a breakfast place by that. Daughter went out of her way to say the scrambled eggs were amazing.

The menu included an entire section just for Eggs Benedict, there were five different versions. I got the traditional eggs benedict with hashbrowns. They were fantastic. I couldn’t finish the plate, but most likely because I kept sneaking pancakes from my daughter. I noticed the chicken and waffles looked amazing, as well as the cinnamon roll. The omelets and the biscuits and gravy caught my eye also. I noticed other patrons were ordering a cinnamon roll for the table, which was a clever idea.

The Hershey Pantry is located at 801 E. CHOCOLATE AVENUE, HERSHEY, PA 17033 just outside of Chocolate Town USA. If you would like to see some of my other recommendations, check out the Restaurant Review section of my blog Sunday Chefs. Happy Dining!

Lynwood Café – Bar Pizza Restaurant Review

Lynwood Café in Randolph, Ma is arguably THE best bar pizza in New England. Bar Pizza is a thing in here and everyone has their favorites. Lynwood Café is a small, neighborhood pizzeria that I began attending as a toddler with my parents and I now bring my grown children. There is a key to longevity with Lynwood Café and it is consistency, they know what works and they stick with it.

Lynwood Café opened in 1949 as a neighborhood bar and once they decided to start making bar pizza, they never looked back. When you walk in, you are walking back in time. The old time charm of the place with its old phone booth, which now houses an ATM (they are CASH ONLY, so this is quite useful) and the shuffleboard game that every child remembers forever.

Love Fades, Pizza is Forever

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We do not live local anymore, but recently we were in the area and went for the first time in about ten years and we were not disappointed. The warm and friendly atmosphere and the fantastic pizza is just to die for. My lifetime favorite has always been the pepperoni and green pepper, but the hamburg, which I would never order anywhere else is amazing too. My late father was a big fan of the Linguica pizza, which I have never seen in any other pizza place. I have always wanted to try the Boston Baked Bean but I haven’t taken the leap yet.

One tip: skip the bottled beer. I am not usually a draft beer person, but the draft beer at Lynwood Café is the coldest beer I have ever had and it always has been. Another tip: the draft beer comes in little glasses, so order two. Beer and pizza have never been so good.

When I met my husband I told him I was taking him to have the best pizza in Massachusetts and he thought I was crazy. We joke that after he had it was when he decided I was the one he wanted to marry.

REMEMBER: CASH ONLY!

I would highly recommend checking out Lynwood Café if you ever have the chance. If you want to see more restaurant reviews, check out my blog Sunday Chefs.

The Barnacle Restaurant, Marblehead Ma.

Looking for a quintessential New England seafood restaurant? Looking for a great restaurant in Marblehead, Ma? If so, The Barnacle Restaurant is just what you are looking for. I have been going to The Barnacle for too many years than I care to admit and it never disappoints. Located in old town Marblehead, Ma., overlooking Marblehead Harbor with stunning views of The Marblehead light and the beautiful Fort Sewall Park with all its amazing history.

The Barnacle is nothing fancy and it is close quarters but don’t let that scare you away. The drinks are cold and the food is fresh and fabulous. The deck has wonderful views on a beautiful day but sitting inside on a rainy, windy day watching the waves might almost be better.

Everyone in my family has their favorites. I can never decide between the fish and chips or the crab cakes. Hubby and daughter love the fried shrimp and the fisherman’s platter. But all of us love the chowder and shrimp cocktail! So lets just say we order it all and share.

I would usually say this is a summer destination, but The Barnacle is fantastic all year round, no matter the weather. And after you have filled your stomach to excess, go for a walk around old town and check out the sights.

To me, food is as much about the moment, the occasion, the location and the company as it is about the taste.

Heston Blumenthal

The Barnacle Restaurant is located at 141 Front Street in Marblehead, MA and is open 7 days a week. Next time you are in the area be sure to check it out. For more like this, check out my Restaurant Reviews page on my blog Sunday Chefs.

Rintintin – Eclectic dining in New York’s Nolita neighborhood.

Looking for a great restaurant in New York? Maybe some eclectic dining in New York’s Nolita neighborhood? Rintintin located at 14 Spring Street in the Nolita section of New York City is an adorable little eclectic spot that will not disappoint. A short walk from Sara D. Roosevelt Park and the Elizabeth Street Garden. They are open every day for Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Late Night and Drinks.

Every meal should be a small celebration

-Fannie Farmer

Our family is so happy that our oldest has moved to New York and is living her best life. We are thoroughly enjoying learning our way around and finding lots of little exciting dining spots to explore. This one day, we spent a long day walking and exploring on a beautiful Saturday in New York City. We were looking for a place to sit, rest and have some drinks, my daughter mentioned that Rintintin was a place she always wanted to try. But as a poor New York twenty something she never did. But with mom and dad there it was perfect timing. Safe to say, she was thrilled when we very quickly agreed.

We were lucky that it was beautiful out and a table was just opening on their pretty little outdoor dining area. I have to say, I love all the outdoor dining leftover from COVID. I hope that restaurants keep it up.

We ordered a hummus platter that came with veggies, warm pitta bread, olives, pickles and three kinds of hummus. We also tried the fig crostini. Warm bread with goat cheese and fresh figs all drizzled with honey was truly to die for. I have dreams about it. Even the fresh basket of hand cut french fries was amazing. We just got appetizers, but next time we will be doing the brunch as the the customers at the next table said that it was fantastic.

I hope you go out and try Rintintin in Nolita the next time you are in the area. I love nothing more than sharing great restaurants and recipes on my blog Sunday Chefs. I will be returning to Rintintin again.