We stopped here for breakfast as its located real close to my son's apartment. Not much to look at from the outside but that all changes when you enter. Very warm and inviting feel to it. All of the employees are very nice and smile genuinely. The food was really good and with above average portions. Our sever was named Rhea and she did an excellent job. We will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chad Chilton
I’ve driven past Recipes at Crooks and Big Beaver in Troy more times than I can count. From the outside, it honestly doesn’t look like much, which is probably why I never stopped in. But this morning, while scrolling on my phone, it somehow popped up in my feed. I checked it out and thought, wow, this place looks amazing. I decided today was the day—and I’m so glad I did. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed. I was greeted by two different people right away, which immediately made me feel welcome. After I sat down, I met Grace—who was absolutely outstanding. I loved that she wrote her name on the paper at my table so I wouldn’t forget it. Such a simple touch, but it really stood out. She was upbeat, friendly, and an absolute pleasure to deal with. I ordered the Country Benedict with a glass of water and an unsweetened iced tea. First of all, I have to say how much I appreciated the cubed potatoes instead of hash browns. I’m not a fan of undercooked or raw potatoes—I like them cooked—and these were perfect. The Country Benedict itself was incredible: an English muffin topped with chicken, a perfectly poached egg, and gravy. Oh my God—it was so delicious. I honestly cannot believe I’ve never been here before. This place is amazing. The food was excellent, the service was top‑notch, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. Hands down, I will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug Haggart
Excellent spot for breakfast/brunch! Wish we lived closer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Moji O
The service was exceptional and the food was even better. There's something for everyone and the ambiance is so relaxing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
eddie Rohlf
Had 2 egg breakfast. The eggs were supposed to be over easy they were over hard the potatoes have no taste to them it tasted like frozen potatoes the ham was cheap tasting and the toast was a single slice of toast it was basic bread I'll never go back. The restaurant is very dated Champlain looking they think they have class but it's just there it's nothing to be impressed by it's very plain very boring and very uninviting
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Brian Para
Amazing breakfast! How have I drove past here for years without stopping. All around FANTASTIC and will be back for more, 100%!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe Oswald
Very ignorant employees!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Peter Wehrli
Outstanding service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jason Hughes
Great breakfast
Lil Mre
I started eating at the Farmington location years ago then moved to the east side and was happy to find new locations out here. I have dined off and on at the Crooks restaurant . Today we decided to dine at this location. Unfortunately, our experience was less than pleasing. Note the table service was great. One Star because the food service (cook/chef) was awful. The omelet was very dry,only a small amount of cheese. The sausage,ham and bacon were good inside but the peppers and onions were RAW. It looked like they hit the grill where they received a blessing of oil and then were instantly stuffed into the omelette. Oh, we were told “post covid” they only serve one slice of toast. Isn’t it surprising how covid has changed the number of toast slices served for breakfast. Then we were told that it is up to the owner of each particular recipe to decide if they want to serve one or two slices of bread. Not specialty bread, just plain old standard restaurant white bread. I could maybe see if it was a fancy oversized sourdough or Texas toast or…… but it isn’t. Call me old school but I still think two slices. LOL Now their potatoes at recipe are delicious. The cheap generic ketchup not so much. We typically do not slather our food with ketchup but tried to resurrect the omelet and the ketchup just ruined whatever it touched. Now let’s talk about the biscuits and gravy. The gravy is mediocre with a significant amount of pepper. We typically like pepper and this was a little too much. The biscuits were cold and so dry when pick up to put butter on them they broke apart into small pieces having to eat them with a fork. I was really hungry and am not one to send food back to be remade. We did notify the staff and were informed that all of the biscuits were this dry and would come to the table the same so no reason to have had it remade. Throughout the years the standard serving has been two slices of toast. My first thought when the food arrived was a piece had to have fallen off the plate… Nope,only get one slice. Our bill was over $30.00, not including tip for an omelette($15.00),an order of biscuits and gravy, and two eggs à la cart. This “new”one slice of toast policy and poorly prepared food…..
Bailey Jo was absolutely wonderful! She took great care of me and my three boys — super friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. We had such a great experience thanks to her!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina
Great food and service ! We had a large party & Recipes was very accommodating! A great brunch !
Lisa
Our server Rico gave wonderful service. Enjoyed brunch. The Papaya Mimosa were delicious too
ilsa 4
Doordashed this and got the Korean Bahn Mi, Corned Beef Hash and chocolate chip pancakes. The banh mi was amazing!!! Everything was fine but I’m sure if I went in person it would have been a lot better but I am super satisfied overall and the prices are decent.
We stopped here for breakfast as its located real close to my son's apartment. Not much to look at from the outside but that all changes when you enter. Very warm and inviting feel to it. All of the employees are very nice and smile genuinely. The food was really good and with above average portions. Our sever was named Rhea and she did an excellent job. We will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve driven past Recipes at Crooks and Big Beaver in Troy more times than I can count. From the outside, it honestly doesn’t look like much, which is probably why I never stopped in. But this morning, while scrolling on my phone, it somehow popped up in my feed. I checked it out and thought, wow, this place looks amazing. I decided today was the day—and I’m so glad I did.
From the moment I walked in, I was impressed. I was greeted by two different people right away, which immediately made me feel welcome. After I sat down, I met Grace—who was absolutely outstanding. I loved that she wrote her name on the paper at my table so I wouldn’t forget it. Such a simple touch, but it really stood out. She was upbeat, friendly, and an absolute pleasure to deal with.
I ordered the Country Benedict with a glass of water and an unsweetened iced tea. First of all, I have to say how much I appreciated the cubed potatoes instead of hash browns. I’m not a fan of undercooked or raw potatoes—I like them cooked—and these were perfect. The Country Benedict itself was incredible: an English muffin topped with chicken, a perfectly poached egg, and gravy. Oh my God—it was so delicious.
I honestly cannot believe I’ve never been here before. This place is amazing. The food was excellent, the service was top‑notch, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations.
Hands down, I will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent spot for breakfast/brunch! Wish we lived closer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was exceptional and the food was even better. There's something for everyone and the ambiance is so relaxing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had 2 egg breakfast. The eggs were supposed to be over easy they were over hard the potatoes have no taste to them it tasted like frozen potatoes the ham was cheap tasting and the toast was a single slice of toast it was basic bread I'll never go back. The restaurant is very dated Champlain looking they think they have class but it's just there it's nothing to be impressed by it's very plain very boring and very uninviting
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Amazing breakfast! How have I drove past here for years without stopping. All around FANTASTIC and will be back for more, 100%!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very ignorant employees!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Outstanding service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great breakfast
I started eating at the Farmington location years ago then moved to the east side and was happy to find new locations out here. I have dined off and on at the Crooks restaurant . Today we decided to dine at this location. Unfortunately, our experience was less than pleasing. Note the table service was great. One Star because the food service (cook/chef) was awful. The omelet was very dry,only a small amount of cheese. The sausage,ham and bacon were good inside but the peppers and onions were RAW. It looked like they hit the grill where they received a blessing of oil and then were instantly stuffed into the omelette. Oh, we were told “post covid” they only serve one slice of toast. Isn’t it surprising how covid has changed the number of toast slices served for breakfast. Then we were told that it is up to the owner of each particular recipe to decide if they want to serve one or two slices of bread. Not specialty bread, just plain old standard restaurant white bread. I could maybe see if it was a fancy oversized sourdough or Texas toast or…… but it isn’t. Call me old school but I still think two slices. LOL Now their potatoes at recipe are delicious. The cheap generic ketchup not so much. We typically do not slather our food with ketchup but tried to resurrect the omelet and the ketchup just ruined whatever it touched. Now let’s talk about the biscuits and gravy. The gravy is mediocre with a significant amount of pepper. We typically like pepper and this was a little too much. The biscuits were cold and so dry when pick up to put butter on them they broke apart into small pieces having to eat them with a fork. I was really hungry and am not one to send food back to be remade. We did notify the staff and were informed that all of the biscuits were this dry and would come to the table the same so no reason to have had it remade. Throughout the years the standard serving has been two slices of toast. My first thought when the food arrived was a piece had to have fallen off the plate… Nope,only get one slice. Our bill was over $30.00, not including tip for an omelette($15.00),an order of biscuits and gravy, and two eggs à la cart. This “new”one slice of toast policy and poorly prepared food…..
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food, and warm home like atmosphere.
Bailey Jo was absolutely wonderful! She took great care of me and my three boys — super friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. We had such a great experience thanks to her!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and service ! We had a large party & Recipes was very accommodating! A great brunch !
Our server Rico gave wonderful service. Enjoyed brunch. The Papaya Mimosa were delicious too
Doordashed this and got the Korean Bahn Mi, Corned Beef Hash and chocolate chip pancakes. The banh mi was amazing!!! Everything was fine but I’m sure if I went in person it would have been a lot better but I am super satisfied overall and the prices are decent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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