Take-a-break - Town of Vestal

I order the pancakes rolled up with fruit. For some reason. I thought it would be fresh fruit and not a fruit topping or filling for a cake. Now, I know to avoid it unless I’m looking for pie-filling stuffed pancakes. I took them home to my aunt who, despite being like only 100 pounds, has quite the sweet tooth. She ate them right up. I ordered the eggs and bacon for myself instead. This was delicious, I will stick with savory options. Parking: Lots of parking. Kid-friendliness: It’s a diner; families are welcome.

Our favorite in the area ? We started going there after moving from NYC, I believe it was sold twice since then. It was amazing in 2007, then somewhat ok, and now good. I remember the old atmosphere, it was busy, waitresses were running, there was a line to get in . The decor was interesting with a giant ship in the opening between 2 rooms. I wish this diner regained its popularity. P.S. Please don't charge $8 extra for lox on eggs Benedict instead of Canadian bacon ?

We arrived for lunch, though I chose breakfast for myself. It was nice knowing that both lunch and breakfast were available about 1pm. There was seating available as the Sunday rush was starting to disappear. I had pancakes and eggs breakfast. The bacon and sausage was cooked together which actually made it that much better. The pancakes were pretty good too, nothing amazing but definitely something I would make a 2nd trip for. My wife had the broccoli stuffed chicken breast. It was good though the chicken was slightly dry. Served with a simple flavored rice. We also had a piece of the chocolate cake to finish off brunch. The flavor was all there as one would hope but the cake was slightly dried out (just slightly still worth eating) which can happen to refrigerated cakes. They had plenty of other desserts that I'd like to try when I return, and I will return. As strange as it seems I enjoyed the booths. They were soft and stiff at the same time. Sometimes you sit and sink all the way through so you're sitting on the board, or sometimes there's no padding and you're sitting on a board anyway. Either they're new or they don't make them like they used to! Overall staff was friendly, food was good, and the atmosphere was welcoming without being something to write home about.

We’ve had Take a break many times before and we keep coming back for more. The food is always delicious and the service is impeccable here. If the place is busy it may take a minute to get your food but the staff is always friendly and asking if they can get anything for you while you wait. We’ve had breakfast and lunch here and they are both good. We are usually filled up when we leave but the desserts in the case always look delicious someday we will have to give them a try.

Our group went there for breakfast but two had sandwiches. All meals were very good and our waitress was attentive and accommodating. The eggs and pancakes were cooked perfectly. Based on the patrons this place isn't a secret.... definitely worth the trip on our way out of town. Kid-friendliness: Nice atmosphere for children.