Whomever was seating customers at Sam’s Kitchen this morning definitely knows how to drive away a long time customer. I expected it to be busy on a Saturday morning (as it usually is), so I was prepared to wait a bit for a table, which I have no problem with. However, after waiting almost 10 minutes standing next to the “Please wait to be seated” sign while several customers were rung up, the person working the front end took the party of 3 behind me without even acknowledging that I was there, despite me saying “Excuse me” and waving my hand to get his attention. He returned and again spoke to the party waiting behind me, completely ignoring me yet again. Unfortunate, as I’ve always enjoyed the food and the table servers have always been very good. That said, I’m not going to be ignored multiple times and forced to wait even longer, however good the food may be. Sorry to say that this long time Sam’s breakfast customer won’t be returning any time soon.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Kevin Kirst
Came in for breakfast… and Sam’s knocked it out of the park! Friendly, attentive and timely service. I ordered eggs and sausage with a side of home fries. I don’t take for granted when things are done right - and everything was perfect. Strongly recommend a stop here for breakfast!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Brookfield
Was walking around when I found this little area tucked into a corner of a small shopping center. The service was excellent, it appears to be a mom n pop type of place. The atmosphere hard to tell as I went in for breakfast, quiet place. Some artwork for sale on the walls. Few plants for decor, just an average place. The food was pretty good, reminds me of a home cooked meal. Eggs were cooked to my request perfectly, sausage and home fries were great. Coffee was good. The waitresses were well attentive, and seems to be regulars going day to day judging by the warm welcome and familar questions oh wheres so and so. The only thing I could say about the place would be a light make over on the inside, other than that it is an excellent stop for breakfast and looking forwars for lunch or dinner in the future.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
B Williams
One of my favorite places to eat with some of the best food in Charlottesville. Definitely worth your time to try if you haven't yet....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael B
Service was quick and server was very friendly.We both had the pancakes--perfect! The walnut pancakes were delicious. The eggs were great, and the bacon was extra-crispy, just as my wife likes it. Prices very reasonable. A hidden gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bailey Nickel
The person with me said it best, "That ham is so thin you could almost see through it." It also tasted a bit like dirt. Like, literally, the flavor reminded me of dirt.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Dean Stafano
Local all-day breakfast joint, fun staff, great prices. Our favorite place for solid breakfast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vicky Rine
Great friendly service. Good home cooking breakfast. Home fries and buttermilk pancakes were
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kari G.
I started coming here recently and have always enjoyed the food and hospitality. Ashley is usually my server and she is so friendly and prompt. The owner always has a kind word to say as he helps to get food to the tables. Wonderful, affordable, and accommodating.
I had Complain about how some of their waiters would stare in your face while you was eating also I have been going for years never had a problem and made a Complaint the waitress told me be careful someone might spit in your food I will never go again! One complaint and someone said
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Greg McGowan, Sr
Great hidden place for all day breakfast. Same familiar faces are always there to serve.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage and Cheese Omelette with Home Fries, Country Breakfast Platter, Hash Browns
Suzie Maxton
Always great reasonable priced good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Douglass Vandergrift
Food is amazing and cooked well and to your preference but it can take some time to get your meal due to staffing issues.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sausage Gravy, Sam's Burger, County Ham Platter, Sausage, Hash Browns, Biscuits and Gravy
Julian Wynn
The humble storefront opened into a wonderful meal. We had breakfast there and the quality of the food was superb, the service was very quick, the amounts were very generous, and the wait staff were attentive, kind, and friendly. I really look forward to another b-fast; and I can't wait to have lunch there soon!
Whomever was seating customers at Sam’s Kitchen this morning definitely knows how to drive away a long time customer. I expected it to be busy on a Saturday morning (as it usually is), so I was prepared to wait a bit for a table, which I have no problem with. However, after waiting almost 10 minutes standing next to the “Please wait to be seated” sign while several customers were rung up, the person working the front end took the party of 3 behind me without even acknowledging that I was there, despite me saying “Excuse me” and waving my hand to get his attention. He returned and again spoke to the party waiting behind me, completely ignoring me yet again. Unfortunate, as I’ve always enjoyed the food and the table servers have always been very good. That said, I’m not going to be ignored multiple times and forced to wait even longer, however good the food may be. Sorry to say that this long time Sam’s breakfast customer won’t be returning any time soon.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Came in for breakfast… and Sam’s knocked it out of the park! Friendly, attentive and timely service. I ordered eggs and sausage with a side of home fries. I don’t take for granted when things are done right - and everything was perfect. Strongly recommend a stop here for breakfast!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was walking around when I found this little area tucked into a corner of a small shopping center. The service was excellent, it appears to be a mom n pop type of place. The atmosphere hard to tell as I went in for breakfast, quiet place. Some artwork for sale on the walls. Few plants for decor, just an average place. The food was pretty good, reminds me of a home cooked meal. Eggs were cooked to my request perfectly, sausage and home fries were great. Coffee was good. The waitresses were well attentive, and seems to be regulars going day to day judging by the warm welcome and familar questions oh wheres so and so. The only thing I could say about the place would be a light make over on the inside, other than that it is an excellent stop for breakfast and looking forwars for lunch or dinner in the future.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
One of my favorite places to eat with some of the best food in Charlottesville. Definitely worth your time to try if you haven't yet....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service was quick and server was very friendly.We both had the pancakes--perfect! The walnut pancakes were delicious. The eggs were great, and the bacon was extra-crispy, just as my wife likes it. Prices very reasonable. A hidden gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The person with me said it best, "That ham is so thin you could almost see through it." It also tasted a bit like dirt. Like, literally, the flavor reminded me of dirt.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Local all-day breakfast joint, fun staff, great prices. Our favorite place for solid breakfast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great friendly service. Good home cooking breakfast. Home fries and buttermilk pancakes were
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I started coming here recently and have always enjoyed the food and hospitality. Ashley is usually my server and she is so friendly and prompt. The owner always has a kind word to say as he helps to get food to the tables. Wonderful, affordable, and accommodating.
I enjoyed this badic, no nonsense diner.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
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I had Complain about how some of their waiters would stare in your face while you was eating also I have been going for years never had a problem and made a Complaint the waitress told me be careful someone might spit in your food I will never go again! One complaint and someone said
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Great hidden place for all day breakfast. Same familiar faces are always there to serve.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage and Cheese Omelette with Home Fries, Country Breakfast Platter, Hash Browns
Always great reasonable priced good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is amazing and cooked well and to your preference but it can take some time to get your meal due to staffing issues.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sausage Gravy, Sam's Burger, County Ham Platter, Sausage, Hash Browns, Biscuits and Gravy
The humble storefront opened into a wonderful meal. We had breakfast there and the quality of the food was superb, the service was very quick, the amounts were very generous, and the wait staff were attentive, kind, and friendly. I really look forward to another b-fast; and I can't wait to have lunch there soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: County Ham Platter