Happy Cafe

Happy Cafe is my go-to rest stop when I am driving from down South to the Northeast. It is a perfect stop - right off the highway. The staff is super kind, the food is always excellent, and the bathroom is always clean. The entire stop is comfortable with a good ambience (music and tv for sports folks). My go-to rest stop every time. Thank you for your consistent excellent service over the years!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Waffle Meal, Avocado Toast, Wings \u0026 Waffle, Sausage, Turkey Bacon, French Toast Breakfast, Club Sandwich, Trio Egg Breakfast

If you haven’t eaten here, you are missing a gem!! Every table should be full and a line out the door. They have some of the friendliest waitstaff I have encountered. The food is really good with lots of vegan/vegetarian options. They had excellent coffee, a real tea list….served properly not just lukewarm water and a tea bag. If I lived in the area I wouldn’t write a review because I would want to keep this place for myself.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

loved my first visit to Happy Cafe! I discovered it while searching for cafes, and I’m so glad I did. The atmosphere is calm and inviting, the food was excellent, and the staff were wonderful. It even reminded me of a cozy cafe back home in Jersey. I’ll definitely be coming back—loved everything about it!

I absolutely loved my first visit to Happy Cafe! I discovered it while searching for cafes, and I’m so glad I did. The atmosphere is calm and inviting, the food was excellent, and the staff were wonderful. It even reminded me of a cozy cafe back home in Jersey. I’ll definitely be coming back!!

Food: 5

Greatest pancakes in the 757

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Breakfast: A good idea- the menus were on the table so I could study up on my order as soon as I sat down. The waitress brought water and a big cup of flavorful coffee and soon took my order.

it’s difficult to get eggs over medium cooked right. Mine were perfect. Good sausage patties, excellent buttered wheat toast.

Nice instrumental jazz background music. And a BIG consideration these days - the place was not too loud and has a nice front lounge to await a carryout order.

They even have a hot tea menu that I’ll be sure to try next time. I’ll be back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nice friendly, comfy environment, very people friendly!

Ms V got a whole vibe happening here! The food and service were amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food and service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time at Happy Cafe and I really enjoyed myself! We were greeted & seated by Ms. V who just radiates warmth & light. She was beautiful, personable, and asked multiple times how everything was going! I thought the menu had a lot of variety and the specials for that day seemed to be tasty as well. I ended up going with a lovely lavender tea which came out in this personal pot with my own little honey and lemons. I had enough tea for 3 people and I certainly drank it all. It was PERFECT and priced so WELL! (One thing I'll note is that as my friends were attempting to order their drinks the server advised that they seemed to be out of a few of the fruit flavor options.) For my meal I ordered the waffle w/sausage, scrambled cheese eggs and added loaded potatoes. The eggs stood out to me as they were soft, buttery and so cheesy! The waffle was fluffy and had really good flavor! I cleaned my plate up!!!

Our server was kind and made some good suggestions but the young lady who bought out our food was not. I didn't catch her name so I can only describe her, she had a high pony, her hair was highlighted with brown (like a fall brown/maybe honey) and she had on navy blue crocs no socks.

Every interaction with her was off putting and it kind of skewed my experience at the end just a tad. And I know everyone has their days as well. This older lady I worked with over 10 years ago used to remind me often to treat everyone kindly and to be respectful. Your aura can affect people and you never know who you are interacting with or how they might possibly influence you but an attitude can dissuade someone very easily.

Overall all despite that I would certainly go back! The atmosphere was so chill and comfortable! The crowd was mixed and you could tell everyone felt at ease.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

My family and I decided to have a late breakfast, we dished out the dirt on each other's messes, goals and gossip as we bonded. We felt like we were among amazing family and friends with service so exquisite it was basically pampering. The atmosphere, food and staff were so on point they should've trademarked the name. Definitely going back!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place is such a cozy little gem for breakfast! I’m not sure what else they serve throughout the day, but the breakfast? Yeah, it’s that good.

Today (November 8) was my second visit, and once again, everything was top-tier, the service, the vibes, the aesthetics, the whole shabang. The hostess, Ms. V (I think that’s her name), always greets you with such warmth and genuine joy; it feels like she’s truly happy you came.

My teen son joined me today (which says a lot because teen boys usually aren’t about dining out), and even he was impressed. He ordered the red velvet waffle and wouldn’t stop ooh’ing and ahh’ing over it. Now, I can’t stand red velvet anything but when I took a bite, whew! That jank slapped!

My fish was cooked perfectly crispy, seasoned just right, and absolutely delicious. The food was so good, the portions generous, and it set the tone for a perfect Saturday.

Shoutout to Marissa, our server, who was an absolute delight, 10/10 service. I can’t wait to come back again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is always great, staff intentionally kind and happy, and always packed. Love when a small, local business can keep prices reasonable and be successful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is amazing
Service is top tier
Family friendly
Highly recommended

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Oh my goodness! What a brunch! What an ATMOSPHERE! I googled restaurants near me and decided to try the Happy Café because it had the best reviews (and I can see why!). We went on a packed Sunday (Nov 9, 2025), and we were greeted warmly! Comfortable Chic chairs were available while we waited. The staff checked in often while we waited and offered water. They were so attentive even before we sat down! The owner Tamika (hope I spelled her name right) personally checked in to make sure we were seated in a timely manner! Her mother Mrs. V came to talk to us often during her shift to check in on the food. And the waitress Marisa was PHENOMENAL! The food came out PIPING hot, and within 2-10 minutes of ordering. We were so shocked at the speed. I had the Burgundy black tea and never have i had tea so flavorful! (And it wasn't a tea bag, they were loose leaves steeped in your own tea pot! Amazing!). The grits in the shrimp and grits were SO creamy, the cajun sauce on it (same sauce as what's on the grilled corn) was to die for! SO SEASONED and creamy! Omg. The blueberry pancakes are a MUST. Everything was just perfect. Made more perfect by the professional but warm staff! It felt like family! Mrs. V even gave me and my son a hug and it felt like I was leaving grandma's house! I didn't want to leave. I'm so exited to have found this GEN. I can't wait until next payday to come back!

P.S. -Do NOT leave without getting the bread pudding! It's smothered in a thick caramel sauce that cannot be passed up! Omg. This place. So amazing!!!!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Hash Browns, Bread Pudding