The Early Bird Eatery
117 E Wayne St, South Bend
(574) 208-3806
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This is my first time here and now will be my last. The waiter told everyone to have a good day, “expect you” at the table due to not tipping them for the lack of taking off a dish when the customer didn’t want it. I am not paying for something I requested off before the order was submitted and then to admit it was your fault and remained to charge is not right. I won’t be back here again and or recommend. If you are going to be nasty, glad I don’t tip due to the characteristics showing, be more quieter about your remark towards the costumers.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
I debated posting this but here we go.. on 01/25/25 my girlfriends and I made a 9am reservation for a girls brunch. We are very busy mom's who wanted some time together. After 1 hour there (when our food wasn't even ordered until 930a) with a bill over $100 (we were paying patrons, not just holding up a table chatting). we were approached by our server stating "just so you know my manager wanted me to tell you, there's another reservation at 10a". We were still eating and drinking. 10 minutes later someone who presented themselves as the manager, but was not, said "we needed to leave because there was another reservation and they were getting grouchy". Let me note, there were other tables open and available. While we were very upset over being asked to leave due to circumstances that were not our responsibility, when the standard reservation time is 90 minutes to 2 hours, we decided to pay and leave. Our time together was no longer a good time due to their inability to plan and time manage accordingly. We decided to request the manager upon leaving, she was very disinterested in righting any wrong. She insincerely apologized and sent us on our way. We also had intentions to order drinks to go because that part of the experience was worth while. However, we decided to keep our money and not continue to give service to a restaurant that is unwelcoming. Unfortunately, we will not be returning to Early Bird at any point.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Had about a 10-15 wait with reservation.
Food was delish !
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Lovely atmosphere. Excellent service, Shannon was great! Latte was fantastic. Food was good. A little heavy on the vinegar but still good. I'd come back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The vibe is great. However the meal... I received a cool cup of coffe and tried to politely ask for hot coffee. The server brought another one and suggested my teaspoon amount of creamer I added made it cold. Funny it did not do that to the second cup. Maybe an unsult to my intelligence? I lost my taste for it after the comment. The toast was made well but the strawberry sludge jelly? with the aftertaste, was odd. Maybe my tastebuds are off. Well I tried somewhere new and I at least got decent over medium eggs all at an unreasonable price. Not going to pick apart the sausage. I left it on the plate that way.
So I go into this establishment this morning for breakfast with my daughter who has a açaí bowl. They sit us down, get us water and come back and say “ you can’t eat that in here”, I politely stated that my daughter has a special diet due to food allergies and that I was going to order breakfast from here. The waitress insisted it didn’t matter that my daughter had food allergies that we could not stay unless she threw her bowl out. I again explained to her that I was going to be a paying customer because I was hungry and wanted some breakfast but she insisted that we could not do that. So I got up and walked out and went to Peggy’s diner down the street and enjoy a very delicious breakfast at a kind and welcoming restaurant.
Service: 1
Wanted to try this place while visiting, thought it would be a good spot before getting started for work. However, they don't open until 8am, not exactly an 'Early Bird' spot, so the name was a bit misleading and I was unable to try it.
The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, it is inviting, clean, and aesthetic. The staff were friendly and helpful. However, the food, drip coffee, and prices were quite a bit disappointing. For the price you’d expect premium food, and yet the food was not good at all, bad presentation, bad mixes of flavors. It’s a nice restaurant with good potential, but the menu needs some work.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
The good: The staff is friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and quick to refill coffee and water. My order arrived within a few minutes of ordering, and their drip coffee is actually pretty good—much better quality than your standard breakfast spot.
The bad: I ordered Huevos Rancheros and a coffee and my total was $19.80 before tip. I’m fine paying that amount if the food is worth it, but the size is so small and the food entirely bland. My eggs were undercooked (clear and runny on top, had to skim them with a spoon to reach the cooked portion), the tortillas resemble thin, tasteless cardboard, and the sauce is similar to a thick, spicy pasta sauce. They advertise “farm fresh eggs” but I own a farm, raise my own chickens, and these are without a doubt mass produced eggs. Farm fresh eggs have orange yolks and a bold, creamy flavor. These eggs are bright yellow and flavorless.
Verdict: I spent about $25 after tip for a bland breakfast that left me still hungry and wishing I had eaten something tasty. Again, I have no problem paying this much if the breakfast is worth it, but this is sadly not worth $10. I would, however, get the coffee again. That was good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Good food and service. Parking was a little challenging but all and all a nice spot for breakfast.
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Went on a Saturday and had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated. I felt like the place wasn't exactly the cleanest...maybe bc it was just very cluttered? Bathrooms weren't very clean and only two available so you have to wait in line. BUT the food was VERY good. We got the Monte Cristo and the spicy biscuits and gravy and ate every bit. Pricing is a little high but the portions make it worthwhile. A side of two eggs is only $3. I would return to eat here again. Reservations are recommended but the wait time isn't bad.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Scrambled Eggs
Had a great time this morning with my daughter & son-in-law. Atmosphere was relaxing even though they were full, food was excellent to the taste and the service was incredible. When you go, ask for Gianna, she's the best. Attentive, courteous and friendly. Got the smash burger and it was fabulous, would definitely get it again. (Forgot to take a picture before I ate it, so took one after.) Yes, it was that good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Huevos Rancheros
Scratch kitchen with traditional and innovative selection
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ordered takeout and waited inside. It’s so cute inside. The wait was fairly short and would’ve been worth it even if it was longer. The food was amazing and we are definitely going back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had been here one time before and it was okay. I wanted to give it another chance, but I was highly disappointed. My partner and I ordered the spicy pork biscuits and gravy and, not only was it terribly salty, but the presentation left a lot to be desired. I don’t ever have issues paying for a meal, but I’m sad to say that I had a hard time paying for my meal today.
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