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Name: McKenna’s Cafe
Address: 109 Savin Hill Ave, Dorchester, MA, 02125
Telephone: (617) 825-8218
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.75

McKenna’s Cafe

109 Savin Hill Ave, Dorchester, MA, 02125

(617) 825-8218
Store is closed

McKenna’s Cafe Menu

Extreme Salads

Taco Salad

Cobb Salad

Greek Salad

Waldorf Salad

Chopped Kale Salad

Chef Salad

California Salad

Caesar Salad

Garden Salad

Taco Salad

Cobb Salad

Greek Salad

Waldorf Salad

Chopped Kale Salad

Chef Salad

California Salad

Caesar Salad

Garden Salad
Premium Sandwiches

Turkey Stuffer

Rueben Sandwich

Crab Cake BLT

OTB Over the Bridge

Hot Pastrami or Corned Beef

Turkey Stuffer

Rueben Sandwich

Crab Cake BLT

OTB Over the Bridge

Hot Pastrami or Corned Beef
Classic Sandwiches

Ham & Cheese

Grilled Cheese with Tomato

Meatball Sub

Tuna Melt

Chicken Salad

B.L.T.

Grilled Cheese

Turkey Sandwich

Grilled Chicken

Cheese Steak

Tuna Salad

Chicken Parm Sub

Ham & Cheese

Grilled Cheese with Tomato

Meatball Sub

Tuna Melt

Chicken Salad

B.L.T.

Grilled Cheese

Turkey Sandwich

Grilled Chicken

Cheese Steak

Tuna Salad

Chicken Parm Sub
Burger and Dogs

Hamburger

Bacon Cheeseburger

Grilled Hot Dog

Grilled Hot Dogs Meal

Cheeseburger

Veggie Burger

Turkey Burger

Hot Dog with Sauerkraut

McKenna's Burger

Hamburger

Bacon Cheeseburger

Grilled Hot Dog

Grilled Hot Dogs Meal

Cheeseburger

Veggie Burger

Turkey Burger

Hot Dog with Sauerkraut

McKenna's Burger
Wrap it up

Signature Wrap

Steak Tip Wrap

Turkey Tip Wrap

Sauteed Chicken Wrap

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Veggie Wrap

Signature Wrap

Steak Tip Wrap

Turkey Tip Wrap

Sauteed Chicken Wrap

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Veggie Wrap
Beverages

Fountain Drinks

Frozen Lemonade

Frozen Lemonade with Iced Tea

Fountain Drinks

Frozen Lemonade

Frozen Lemonade with Iced Tea
Bottled Sodas

Pepsi

Mountain Dew

Sierra Mist

Gatorade

Diet Pepsi

Ginger Ale

Diet Sierra Mist

Hawaiian Punch

Pepsi

Mountain Dew

Sierra Mist

Gatorade

Diet Pepsi

Ginger Ale

Diet Sierra Mist

Hawaiian Punch
Other Drinks

Milk

Fresh Orange Juice

Assorted Purity Organic Juices

Assorted Juices

Chocolate Milk

Fresh Cranberry

Nantucket Nectars

V-8

Vita Coconut Waters

Del's Lemonade

Milk

Fresh Orange Juice

Assorted Purity Organic Juices

Assorted Juices

Chocolate Milk

Fresh Cranberry

Nantucket Nectars

V-8

Vita Coconut Waters

Del's Lemonade
Coffee

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Hot Teas

Ice Coffee and Tea

Hot Chocolate and Chai

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Hot Teas

Ice Coffee and Tea

Hot Chocolate and Chai

Healthy Meal suggestions for McKenna’s Cafe

Extreme Salads

Taco Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cobb Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greek Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Waldorf Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chopped Kale Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chef Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

California Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garden Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Taco Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cobb Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greek Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Waldorf Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chopped Kale Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chef Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

California Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garden Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Premium Sandwiches

Turkey Stuffer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rueben Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab Cake BLT [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

OTB Over the Bridge [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Pastrami or Corned Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Stuffer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rueben Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab Cake BLT [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

OTB Over the Bridge [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Pastrami or Corned Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Classic Sandwiches

Ham & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese with Tomato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Meatball Sub [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Melt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

B.L.T. [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheese Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Parm Sub [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ham & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese with Tomato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Meatball Sub [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Melt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

B.L.T. [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheese Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Parm Sub [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Burger and Dogs

Hamburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bacon Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hot Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hot Dogs Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veggie Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Dog with Sauerkraut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

McKenna's Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hamburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bacon Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hot Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hot Dogs Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veggie Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Dog with Sauerkraut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

McKenna's Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Wrap it up

Signature Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steak Tip Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Tip Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauteed Chicken Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Caesar Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veggie Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Signature Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steak Tip Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Tip Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauteed Chicken Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Caesar Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veggie Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Fountain Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Frozen Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Frozen Lemonade with Iced Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fountain Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Frozen Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Frozen Lemonade with Iced Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Bottled Sodas

Pepsi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mountain Dew [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sierra Mist [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gatorade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Diet Pepsi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Ale [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Diet Sierra Mist [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hawaiian Punch [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pepsi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mountain Dew [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sierra Mist [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gatorade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Diet Pepsi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Ale [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Diet Sierra Mist [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hawaiian Punch [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Other Drinks

Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Orange Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assorted Purity Organic Juices [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assorted Juices [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Cranberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Nantucket Nectars [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

V-8 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vita Coconut Waters [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Del's Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Orange Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assorted Purity Organic Juices [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assorted Juices [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Cranberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Nantucket Nectars [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

V-8 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vita Coconut Waters [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Del's Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Coffee

Fresh Brewed Coffee [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Teas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ice Coffee and Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Chocolate and Chai [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Brewed Coffee [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Teas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ice Coffee and Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Chocolate and Chai [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Destiny P.

This is one of my favorite breakfast shops mostly because it's in my neighborhood. Four stars because sometimes the service isn't the best, usually when it's busy. Other then that, service is usually great, staff is attentive and nice. I usually get their California omelet or the McKenna special! Good amount if food for great prices . Pancakes are great. Snicker doodle coffee hot or iced is to die for. By far the best coffee in my life. If you are an early bird, treat yourself to the early bird special for only $4.75 before 8am. Be careful coming on the weekends it's the busier time. Try during the week, less of a wait time and better seating.
(4)
Kevin H.

This place is the best. Especially Lexi! Her radiating smile illuminates the entire restaurant, she has a great personality and makes the experience very pleasant here. She deserves a raise just like Marie!
(5)
Kae L.

The two of us got there just after 10 on a Sunday and were seated in 5 minutes at the bar. The place is on the smaller side so you have to time it right. The servers were all very nice if you're sociable and the food was great. I got the California omlet with a side pancake. The home fries were the best by far that I've had and the omlet was cooked perfectly. GREAT coffee. Definitely would recommend
(5)
Melinda H.

My favorite neighborhood spot! I come in every morning for my coffee before I hop on train and at least once a weekend to dine in. The food is amazing and very reasonably priced! Everything is good but my friends all love the breakfast sandwiches the most and home fries and they always demand we order. Service is great when I walk in they know my name and my coffee order. All in all our neighborhood couldn't be luckier to have this gem!
(5)
Rebecca J.

The coffee is great! Its hot and has great flavor. The food is good and the service is relatively quick. The only down side is that it is small and a lot of people frequent it. I haven't tried the lunch menu but the breakfast is good.
(4)
Ana L.

I found out about this place around 4 years ago, and I can't stand ihop anymore. Even though the line gets long sometimes, the food and staff makes the wsit worth it. the seating arrangement isnt the greatest for kids, but the staffs are so nice to them, it all balances out!
(5)
Alex O.

This is a Boston place through and through, so the servers get a little mouthy if you give them flak (e.g., for not seating people quickly), but the place is worth the attitude. I have never eaten better pancakes: buttery, smooth, powdered sugary delights that practically melt in your mouth and add a smile to your face. The service is just okay, but again, the food is so good that you leave feeling satiated despite the long wait and all the rest of it.
(5)
Chelsey J.

A friend and I were looking for a new place to try out for brunch and stumbled upon this place on Yelp. Seeing the great reviews we decided to check it out. The service can be a bit slow at times given how busy the place gets, but the food is phenomenal! This past time I had the eggs benedict and since I don't like Canadian bacon, they kindly substituted sausage patties which was delicious! I mean, their menus explicitly states that if something isn't on the menu, they will still do their best to make it for you. I love places like that where the customer is a top priority and they aim to please. It's not like one of those snooty brunch places where there are no substitutions or everything comes with an additional cost. I definitely love this place and will continue to go back for weekend brunches!
(5)
Chris C.

Need lunch... Not too far from Carson's Beach. Food is very typical for a brunch place, nothing too out of the ordinary. Hash was very good, same with the sausages. Very big portions. Definitely a nice breakfast/brunch place.
(3)
Sabrina A.

Every time I go here the service is always quick and warm. Breakfast Food is amazing always. Even though I wish it didn't close at 4pm, it kinda adds to the charm.
(5)
Jando S.

After tiring myself out of all of the fabulous Viet options of Dorchester, my group of hungry minions and I were looking for a little bit of morning Americana cuisine. After the blessing of a local and the consulting of the trusty Yelp app, we found ourselves at the door of McKenna's Cafe. This part of Dorchester is definitely quiet, extremely residential and McKenna's is definitely a local's joint. It's not a big place but it can certainly pack a good amount of people. No insanely large groups, just the aroma of breakfast in the area and smiles from the wait staff all around. A wait was to be expected on a weekend and wait we most certainly did. After nearly 35 minutes, we finally got a spot in the middle of the restaurant. There is a minor blessing in a long wait: a prolonged appetite. This meant whatever we ordered, regardless of portion size, would be annihilated with reckless abandon. It seemed everyone else around us was having a great time, I couldn't imagine why it wouldn't be the same on our end. So when it came time to put in our order, we had asked for a myriad of breakfast items. Everything was hearty, fresh, and above all, delicious. Their Savin HIll Scramble ($7.50) maybe a basic breakfast combo of 2 eggs, breakfast meat, toast, and home fries, it also happens to be one of their most popular for a reason. The eggs were perfectly cooked, home fries were well seasoned, and the sausage was juicy and succulent. A smoked turkey omelette ($8) was doused in a rich hollandaise sauce, which in all ridiculousness made everything taste better. My favorite brunch item was the McKenna's Special ($9), which was corned beef hash, breakfast meat, home fries, toast, and eggs, with no skimpage of portions at all. Another thing we learned was cheese on home fries is a good thing. A really really good thing. The service was on par and was terrific from the start. I wish I had a chance to try their lunch specials, but my group and I were stuffed to the brim. Judging from all of the sandwich orders I saw, it'll be my next venture when I'm back in Beantown again. It wasn't too long ago since we were here, but my group and I often reminisce about our epic break-feast, it's only a matter of time before we're back at McKenna's again.
(4)
Meg B.

There's a lot of hype around McKenna's. When I moved here, everyone kept saying how great it was. After failing several times to get a table due to extraordinary lines, hubby and I made it here for breakfast on a weekend. We sat at the counter and it was about 20 minutes before the surly counter lady graced us with her presence. Our food was alright, and was drenched in grease. I've been told that grease is a hangover cure, but I guess I wasn't hungover enough so it was just ewww greasy. Our water and coffee was never refilled, and it took 20 more minutes after our meal before surly counter lady allowed us to pay. We've come in a few more times for to-go coffee, and surly counter lady is thankfully consistently surly. It's a great way to start the day because she makes me appreciate the nice people I interact with. One star for surliness, one star for grease. Assuming grease is indeed a hangover cure, someday I'll be glad McKenna's is down the street.
(2)
Daniel H.

Their prices are right! I usually almost never finish the amount of food they give me, the hash browns are to die for
(4)
Le T.

I come here every other Saturdays with the bf before heading to work. It's pretty much our breakfast spot. People are extremely sweet and the food were always on point!
(5)
Alexandra A.

Amazing eggwhite veggie omelets. Great takeout Accept Amex Sells coconut water Parking can be a bit iffy. Suggest takeout!
(5)
Bill L.

good breakfast place near the T line. muffin with egg whites and smoked turkey; egg, toast and saugage. good friendly place
(3)
Robert S.

Nice spot for breakfast or lunch. Good food and nicely sized portions. May be a slight wait if you're there at peak lunch or breakfast times. The smoked salmon omelette I ordered was delicious and filling.
(4)
Janel M.

McKenna's Cafe never disappoints! Food comes hot, servers are friendly and it is affordable. The only reason why I don't frequent this place more often because I don't like the long wait.
(4)
Misato P.

Great service, and awesome breakfast(their varieties of omelette and pancakes are to die for!!). Line is super long especially on weekends so I usually do takeout since I live 5 mins away from there.
(4)
Aretha W.

Visited this little gem Monday morning for breakfast. Was seated right away but was told by my sister (who lives in Boston) that there is a line out the door on weekends. I had the Belgian waffles and bacon (5 pieces of bacon!!!) and my sister had eggs Benedict which came with home fries and beans. The food was served promptly and was very good...no complaints. There were folks constantly coming and going so this place is definitely popular. Would no doubt return when visiting Boston.
(4)
Barbara T.

I LOVE THIS PLACE. Me and my boyfriend come to eat here almost everyday or at least once a week. We first started coming the wait staff was pretty bad, and the old lady was pretty rude, but we still came back because the food was that good. BUT they hired this new waiter that's amazing and super friendly, wish I could remember her name but she always remembers me and my boyfriends orders and always has us coming back. Overall THE BEST breakfast place in the area.
(5)
Melissa S.

McKennas is an old school diner located near the Savin Hill T stop (street parking is available as well). My boyfriend had heard good things from a friend so we decided to check it out on a Sunday morning. The decor is very cute (wooden chairs and funky wall hangings), but the staff came across as disinterested. With a line going out the door, it would've been nice to have someone tell us to sign up for a table instead of having to guess that was protocol. After being seated our waitress quickly took our order. I had a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich that was delicious and heavy on the bacon (never a problem for me). My boyfriend ordered the smoked turkey omelet and devoured it. The food is tasty and cheap. What more can you ask for from a breakfast place? We already have plans to go back!
(4)
Rosyana C.

I absolutely love Mckenna's iced coffee and enjoy the convenience of getting them in the to go cups when I don't finish while seated. Today I was told that they can no longer serve the iced coffee in to go cups and I was upset that what once was convenience is lost. Please bring back the to go cups!
(5)
Emmanuel M.

I stopped in to have a quick breakfast and just like usual everything was awesome. I sat at the high top table alone and the girl working back there had an amazing attitude. My food came out so fast it was as if they were waiting for me to show up. I had the salmon Benedict which is one of my favorites and was delish. While I was eating Helena showed up with her father with her great smile which made me miss coming to this place now that I moved out of the area. I had great convo with the guys sitting at the high top including Helena's father which made the overall experience great! Do yourself a favor and stop in you will be happy you did...
(5)
Nicole W.

The first time I came here I sat down and had a pretty good experience, minus the waitress calling us "you guys" everything was great. The second time I came in I had placed an order for pick up. I walked in and no one else was in line at the register. I said hello first to the older, blonde lady at the register, and told her that I had placed an order or pick up. She told me to hold on and proceeded to talk to some guy at the bar. Then another man came over, whom she knew on a first name basis. She ignored my presence and helped him. Sorry that I'm not a regular and you don't know my name, but that's no reason to be rude and give shitty service to someone.
(2)
Susie J.

I came here by myself for a breakfast sandwich. Just a breakfast sandwich and waited 40 mins for it. The sandwich itself was pretty good (I mean, you can't really mess up a sandwich). But having to wait that long for a simple meal was not worth it. Ambiance itself is nice. Very homey local feel.
(3)
Evelyn L.

I keep catching myself saying car with a Bostonian accent, but I can only wish I sounded as good as the regulars. Anyways, this place is one of Mark Whalberg's "best of for breakfast" so I was pretty stoked to eat here despite the cold. Summary: I give it 5 stars for food and novelty. -2 stars for service&beverages. NEGATIVE YOU HEAR ME LADIES? Ugh, bad service makes me mad. I hope you do not mind getting up and looking for a clean fork, napkins, and don't expect water or coffee refills! Parking: Take the T. Public transport in Boston/Dorchester is awesome. BAD BAD Service: No smiles, forgot extra plates, difficult to get a clean fork or other utensils, difficult to get water, I got my own forks and napkins with a waitress staring at me... not in a nice way. Then the fork I took was dirty (like the one on the table!) and I had to get up again for another fork. Waitress 101 if a customer is getting their own side-work type items maybe help out a little!? MEDIOCRE Beverages: Do they not do coffee refills in Boston?? 1. For 3 bucks = 1 cup watery hazelnut coffee was not worth it and ran out of brown sugar. By then I gave up on service... THIS WAS BEFORE WE EVEN GOT FOOD. Should have gone to Dunkin'! 2. Hot chocolate: Obviously water and packet of hot chocolate with spray bottle whipped cream. The cup wasn't even full, probably only 3/4 and 1/4 whipped yucky stuff. How can you fail at hot chocolate? Well, McKenna's does. YUMMY Food: 1. Irish breakfast has sausage, ham, breakfast potatos and white & black pudding. Loved trying the puddings with their spices and bits of fat in it. For me it was an adventurous dish. 2. Salmon Benedict: Lox and perfectly runny poached eggs with a great Hollandise sauce. It was perfecly yellow and creamy. 3. Short stack with berries: They were buttered and covered in berries. I think the butter was perfect for the fluffy thick pancakes... I ate a lot of it and usually do not find pancakes appetizing but these were. I'd go back if I was in the area for breakfast and just do everything myself... like I did my 1st visit. But I would not recommend it to anyone who doesnt have the gall to go and get the things they need to have a nice meal.
(3)
Dd H.

Super cheap breakfast, short stacks only for 4 dollars something, and it is super delicious. I live their banana hazzle nuts coffee, super love! I do not like their chicken fingers, their fries is just okay, but their French toast definitely beat all others!
(5)
Jonathan N.

Went here for breakfast. The foods was great but the services was bad. I came in around 7 am one morning. The restaurant was not full so I sat myself at the counter. There was about 4 waitresses running around the restaurant at the time just doing coffee and giving customers checks. Neither one of them stop and acknowledge me sitting in front of them. Finally I have to stop one of them, said hi real loud and make some eyes contact. She said hi back and dropped a menu in front of me and ran away real fast. I went through the menu and decided to get an early bird special and three pancakes. Then I have to wait another 10 minutes and waved down another waitress to takes my order. She refuses to takes the order and told me she was busy and ran away. Luckily another waitress was next to her, saw what happen and asked me what would I like. This whole experiences was awful. Anyway, I enjoy the foods here. The prices are decent but customer services need to be improve.
(3)
Thurayya A.

Why? That's my only question to the miserable and rude waitstaff at this mediocre establishment. My friends and I waited patiently for over an hour and 20mins, only to be plagued with an awful waitstaff experience. The food is good, but not great. Definitely not good enough to return after this. Ugh Dorchester, do better.
(1)
Elena M.

Came in for lunch and absolutely loved it. Had the chicken club. So delightful. Sam, our waitress, was great. Best hot dogs around. We cannot wait to come back and try the granola French toast and sweet potato fries.
(5)
Masiel P.

Again at this cafe because the food is awesome! I've been here three times since my last review and I am very happy because finally one nice and attentive waitress is taking care of me. Her name is Helen!
(4)
Shatiana A.

Yelllppp! I'm a 26 yr African-American woman and so is my twin sister. So my sister takes me to this cafe McKennas, she talks about so much so it's my first time, Walking into the cafe it smelled wonderful fresh coffe I couldn't wait to eat But as soon as I walked to the counter (my sister and I ) a petite woman with very short hair was at the counter (I won't even say greeted us she was just there) my sister ask do we seat ourselves? and the woman replied how Many? My sister said 3 the other will be here in just a few minutes, the petite woman then tells us she won't seat us until the third person arrived. Usually thats the procedure when the restaurant is busy but not if there were plenty Of tables open and one booth. My sister then stated we were hungry and would like to order now we didn't want to wait for the third person. The woman then hesitates toward the menus and said so your going to order right away? We said yes ( I was shocked and appaulled) How Rude she then swings the menu over her shoulder as to carry them along with the utensils in the other hand and tosses them on to the table and then turns back around towards us and said make sure you order right away when I tried to call her back to get her name she kept walking and ignored us . I have never felt so insulted in any establishment like I did today I was so uncomfortable my sister and I (and to top it off when we first arrived at the cafe a police officer and his buddy came in after us and attempted to sit in the last booth before they realized that we were waiting) they were greeted with respect, and humancy, and most of all apologized to when the woman finished dealing with us they were even greeted by a waitress before us Smh we sat there for quite a few moments stunned and feeling out of place especially because she has talked about the food at McKennas and it was my first experience there the food was good but the service SUCKED!
(2)
Chachi P.

Love going in and seeing the staff there. They're great. I order the Grampion Champion Omellette. It comes with peppers onions and ham in it but I add sausage and bacon in it. Comes with a side of home fries, your choice of bacon or sausage and a choice of toast. Also another great taste for coffee lovers is the snicker doodle iced coffee. Hoping they are open today with this terrible snow storm.
(5)
John R.

Looking back over the reviews I'm confirming what I've read is a pattern I've experienced too. Good food, inexpensive place but service at times can be worse than wretched. I went to McKenna's again after a longgggg break. The food was good, and the fact is when the order comes out right (which it did this time), it's always good, and after remaking a wrong order it's always good too. They have a large breakfast & lunch selection making it difficult not to be drawn there. There is no other venue like it in the area, without going to Quincy, Southie or into town. If I've been there 20 times, 10 of them my order's been wrong, i now find it comical, besides it's casual diner style cheap eats & not worth getting upset about. They have a small front of the house service staff (maybe 5-6 people) consequently at least 30% of the time you get a repeat server. RANT: Two of the rudest, most obnoxious, bitter waitresses in the history of all service staff work at McKenna's and make no apologies for their nasty disposition. If you get one of them, the experience sucks big time! I finally got to the point after the 3rd or 4th time that I actually asked, what's the issue (?) is it me or something else? I got the look of death (imagine that) and no answer! Yes, I know why bother (?) but too many of us look the other way and shouldn't have to! Doesn't it just burn to the core when hospitality staff is anything but hospitable and get away with acting like that? How many of us would like to wear all our miserable lifetime experiences on our shoulders and take them out on others & get paid for it. If enough people told me I seemed like a miserable F- - - whether it be at work or at play, I'd do some self reflection. Not that I think everyone can be like me, but I refuse to reward overtly abusive servers. I'd prefer they don't come near me. So here's my deal, No Tip! I figure this way both of these bitter servers will ask someone else to serve me & they now do and that person gets a 25% tip. Aside from the miserable soul's i'm talking about 2-3 of the other waitresses are the sweetest, most pleasant servers one could ever want. Kisses, mean it!
(2)
Rebecca L.

This is a diner, so I always go in with the mentality that the staff will have some sass, treat their regulars with loyalty and have a friendly feel. The chocolate chip pancakes are absolutely amazing!!! I felt welcome the first time I came here. Food was good, served in good time and was out within an hour. They have a wait list that you have to write your name on, and the wait time can be lengthy. The bad reviews are a bit frustrating... If you don't like the wait, go else where... Or you will spoil the rest of your visit!
(5)
Matthew H.

Great place for diner food in Dorchester! Be sure to get there before 8 am on the weekends or you can expect to wait 30+ min, especially if your a party greater than 2.
(4)
ME E.

Granola crusted French toast is to die for!! Comes with either 2 or 3 and you can get it with or without fruit. Get the fruit ;)! This place always has a long line but there's a reason for that!! Def recommend!!
(5)
Ryan F.

Always busy and definitely worth the wait. Great food and great service. I recommend the Irish breakfast. It has an assortment of food and always makes you full. Definitely grab an iced coffee to go on the way out.
(5)
Erica M.

Yummy food, but two main reasons I don't give more stars: I hope to see them make soy milk available for those who can't have regular. Recently asked for it with coffee recently and the waitress told us they had skim milk...not helpful for those who can't have lactose, etc. They have a note on their menu to let your server know if you have a food allergy, but it doesn't do much good to state this if the servers are not educated about food allergies/sensitivities and don't have alternatives to offer. Also, wasn't impressed when I called to ask a question and was kept waiting for a couple minutes before I eventually gave up on the idea that they were going to come back. If they are going to answer the phone in the first place, they should give some attention to the person (potential customer) calling.
(3)
Patrick C.

Wait staff bumped a couple of just arrived buddies into a booth ahead of a mom with 3 small kids who'd been waiting half an hour for a table ......
(1)
kristin c.

Ok so I've lived in the neighborhood for 10 years. I've frequented Mckennas. Frankly I keep going back out of pure convenience (many times takeout or just coffee) The food is good, not great. The service is consistently terrible, often slow, inattentive, and just not friendly. I don't understand how the owner can let it go on. There is real potential for the place to be great.
(2)
Rob C.

Like all good breakfast places, and a great many mediocre ones, McKenna's makes sure you earn your breakfast by virtue of being very popular. My favorite sister and i frequently meet up to go for a nice long run, then follow it with a nice long breakfast, lunch, or drinking binge. The symmetry of it is enjoyable. And so is the eating and the beer. At any rate, one morning we'd run by McKenna's, and decided that was the plan on the way back. Only to find that it was a lengthy wait, the small foyer teeming with hungry locals on a winter day. Too warm and sweaty to mingle inside and too cold to chill in shorts outside, we went across the street instead. But we vowed that we'd return. And so we planned, and we schemed. We'd get up at 7:30 in the morning, i said! We could run six miles and still be there early, she enthused! It was too perfect. There'd be coffee. And eggs. And bacon. And my brother-in-law would meet us there and laugh at our needless exercise whilst also enjoying the same delicious feast. So of course, we ran more like four crummy miles, and when we got there, there was still a bit of a wait, but nevertheless, we were seated pretty quickly by friendly people (who nevertheless keep a stern watch on an anxious line) who even got us a bigger table, maybe because two of us were sweaty (okay, not that sweaty). You're still sitting plenty close to people, and it's a friendly environment. At last there was coffee, quite decent, in big, large-diameter, cylindrical mugs with advertisements on the sides. A jar of sugar to pour in like i did in numerous crappy upstate New York diners in college. And then there were steak tips and eggs, which i was goaded into ordering, but was ever so glad i did. Cooked correctly medium-rare, no less, juicy and marinated and sharing yummy flavor generously with eggs and potatoes. It's the most expensive thing on the menu, but i didn't eat or need a proper meal for the rest of the day. Some breakfasts are worth the chase, you know?
(4)
Tricia A.

The food and coffee can't be beat. Most often the sassy woman behind the counter gives me as much attitude as I can handle, but it's all very endearing. I absolutely love this place.
(5)
Matt V.

Horrible service. Continuiously messes up the order and/or brings an incomplete order to the table. Rude waitstaff that's undermanned. Foodwise, it's delicious, when it's correct. I won't be returning. You've lost another customer.
(1)
Jonny G.

McKenna's is an amazing breakfast spot tucked away from the otherwise crowded breakfast scene of Boston. While this cafe is certainly no secret and you'll likely have to spend a good 20 minutes or so waiting to get a table, it's well worth it to get the best breakfast outside of the heart of the city. When it comes to the food, I've never heard any complaints. The pancakes are fluffy and have a unique, delicious flavor that I've not found anywhere else. The French toast is just the right kind of moist and once again has a great flavor. The eggs are nothing to write home about, but are certainly satisfactory, and if you get eggs you'll probably be getting a side of home fries, which are savory and delicious. The only thing I've ever ordered from there that I wasn't absolutely thrilled with was their steak tips, but the only issue was that they were a little overcooked (but still very tasty). The waitstaff is also great. They are professional, attentive, and charming. On a Sunday morning when the restaurant was particularly packed, the waitresses were able to give us all the attention we needed, refilling our pitcher of water before we even needed to ask, taking complicated orders, and checking up on us to make sure everything was up to snuff. And the prices are beyond reasonable. I've had breakfasts in Boston that were twice as pricey and half as delicious. My last meal at McKenna's came in at just around $12, and I had two eggs, a plate of home fries, and a short stack of pancakes. This is a place where you can eat like a prince for the prices of a pauper. I can't recommend McKenna's enough. If you don't mind the crowded restaurant and having to wait a while for your table and food, then you need to go to McKenna's.
(5)
Omar R.

Pro's Food (Everything on the menu is great; some may be better than others but there is always something for everyone; please get the grilled coffee cake and frozen lemonade ice tea, or any of their flavored coffee) Customer Service (All waitresses are friendly; however sometimes one or two may come across as sarcastic but I can see that it maybe connected to the stress of waiting several tables and the wait) Con's Space (This is a very spacious small place. Can fit about 40 people (roughly) Wait list (When you enter, you must sign the sheet in order to be seated, sometimes the wait can go from 5 minutes up to an hour, depending on the crowd (Sundays from 9-11am are the busiest) Time/Hours (As most breakfast cafe/diners, they open early and close early)
(4)
Kacie M.

There is probably little I could say about McKenna's that hasn't already been said in the previous 100+ reviews. The food is amazing breakfast food and the portions are great. I ordered the chocolate chip pancakes and a side of bacon and the pancakes were, no joke, the size of my head. For someone who can normally get through about two normal sized pancakes before starting to get full, I was more than satisfied. Best diner breakfast in Boston, hands down. We did not have any problems with the service. I wish I could come here more since it's pretty close to home, but unfortunately the wait times on weekends are insane and when I want my breakfast, I want it now. The one time I was able to take an out of town friend for breakfast, it was a Friday morning and there was no wait. And we met an adorable dog outside, so it was pretty good morning!
(5)
Hilary B.

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(4)
Laura L.

A good breakfast place! It was crowded, but the wait was not long. They had Irish bacon, which is a rare find. Enjoyed our meal and would return.
(4)
Sebastian R.

Server was simply awesome. But the management was simply terrible. The manager told me that my food was "costing" her money because she had to replace it. Definitely won't be coming back. I suggest if you want good service you do not either.
(1)
Naeemah S.

I wont lie I enjoyed the food but the service is poor. On my last and final visit to Mckenna's I was asked to leave right after I paid so that the waitress could seat the next party. My party of two was right in the middle of where the waitress wanted to seat a party of six. On my arrival to Mckenna's my party of 2 waited for a 1/2 hr on a saturday morning yet we were asked to leave so another party could sit. We were not lingering, we had only finished eating and paying moments prior to the request to leave and make room for the larger party. very disappointed...
(1)
Tanya Y.

If someone were to ask me: "Where is the best place to grab a bite to eat for breakfast in Boston?" McKenna's is the first thing that pops into my mind. It has a homey feel to it, it's packed all the time with happy customers eager to eat, and everyone here always seems to be in a good mood, which puts me into a good mood too. McKennas always helps me start the day out right. The omelettes are enormous, and always come with yummy home fries and your choice of toast. Try the Killer Cajun Chicken one, it's delish! The entire menu is available to order off of (even breakfast!) is available all day until closing [which is at 4pm, boooo, wish it were open later!] and everything is always cooked to order and in just the right way. Their french toast with fresh fruit [blueberries, bananas, strawberries] is also amazing. Egg Sandwhiches? Amazing. Snickerdoodle Iced Coffee? Amazing. See a common theme here? There's a $10 minimum spending limit in order to use credit cards, and parking available on the street. In summation? MCKENNA'S IS AMAZING! Stop reading endless amazing reviews and get over there already! =]
(5)
Alison F.

This is my local diner since I live in Savin Hill. I've been to McKenna's a good ten or more times and I've never had a bad meal. I've only ever had breakfast there so I can't speak to the lunch menu, but the pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, etc., has always been good. My SO usually gets the crab cakes Benedict and he loves it. I love that they serve breakfast all day. Also if you order an Arnold Palmer they give it to you frozen(!) in a to-go cup, which my SO and I love. It is definitely big with the locals. Parking can be a challenge due to Savin Hill's many one-way streets. Street parking only. Walking there isn't bad; it's a cute and safe neighborhood. Why not 5 stars? Well, there is always a wait. The service is habitually slow and often inattentive. I've never had someone be rude to me outright but I have had to wait 30+ minutes for food at times. I have found the service to be a lot faster when you sit at the counter. But generally if you are in a hurry this is not the diner you want to go to. Expect a bit of a wait if you go between 9 and 12, even on weekdays. Overall I'm a fan of McKenna's. I even took my mom when she was in town. I'd recommend it to anyone as long as you're not having a busy day, due to the wait.
(4)
Molly K.

Great breakfast, great lunch, and okay service. The diner atmosphere is great, but I often get takeout since it's just about always crowded. I've never had a bad meal here, which keeps me coming back! Their extensive menu is a huge plus, since both breakfast and lunch are offered all day. I don't have any major complaints about the service, since the popularity of this little spot means you expect to wait a little longer, but a lot of the staff just isn't very friendly. I wouldn't say they're rude, but I guess I expect a cute and trendy shop like this to have more personable staff than they do.
(4)
Dan G.

Very cozy place in Dorchester. Parking, as usual, sucks. The food was delicious, the wait wasn't as bad as it looked and the wait staff were attentive and friendly.
(4)
Stella P.

Mckenna's iced coffee tastes like heaven in a cup. Seriously it is the best coffee in Boston. I used to live right between JFK and Savin Hill and would choose to take the walk to the farther T stop just so I could get Mckenna's on my way into the city. Their breakfast is also fantastic. I would get breakfast no matter what time of day it is. They have hands down best pancakes I have ever had, amazing omelets, and if you get there early a filling and super affordable early bird special. The staff is also super nice and attentive and the restaurant has a very homey feel. I would be comfortable walking in in sweatpants and a t-shirt. I have never had a bad breakfast at Mckennas and would recommend it to anyone.
(5)
Cacilda T.

I've been to this place a few times and the service has never been stellar, but this time it was quite horrific. There were many empty tables, but I still followed their protocol and wrote my name on the pad. I waited about 5 mins and no one came over, so then I stood up, no one acknowledged me, so I finally decide to sit at a table. After no one paid any attention to me for a few minutes, I went over to the huddled waitresses and asked for a menu and some service. The waitress walked by me several times before even asking to take my order and as she walked back and forth she checked on the tables around me, but not me. The only bright side (if there was one) was that it seemed everyone was having the same experience that day. One guy had to hunt down a waitress for a check. The ladies at the booth next to me complained about the same horrible service. The food is good and cheap, but not enough for me to return. Ever.
(1)
Adrienne T.

Ick! The food was nothing spectacular, I asked for scrambled eggs with cheese, they came out with no cheese, homefries were basic, sausage was burnt, and service (short haired server behind counter) was sullen (unless she knew you). This was my first visit, and it was definitely my last. Not sure what others are raving about, perhaps they just haven't had a REAL down home breakfast like the ones you get at Ashley's or Ma & Pa Cafe (both also in Dorchester).
(1)
Olivia M.

Love McKenna's...been coming here for the past couple years and I enjoy the food every time. I must say that going to McKenna's on a Saturday is really not the best thing in the world. The place is small so it can't fit that many people and there are literally lines out the door. But if you can, go there during the week, their chocolate chip pancakes are the best and so is their breakfast. Definitely a loyal customer.
(4)
Yuko A.

First off, you must go early because they only had a couple of waitresses and it gets CROWDED! I had a veggie omelete which was nothing over the top. It was filled with veggies, and came with a side of toast and potatoes. The potatoes were good, not too crispy and not too oily and seasoned well. My boyfriend got the pancakes. He got a full stack and got three pancakes. Beware, unless you are really hungry there is no way you will be able to eat them all cause they were big pancakes. They were yummy, he could not stop raving about them and they were only 4.99 which is a great deal. Next time I definitely need to try to corned beef hash.
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Earl C.

Awww, I miss my Savin neighborhood. This place is awesome. Great customer service and the food is amazing as well. Every time I walked to Savin station I pass by this place. The place is always packed with with trying to get seated and I can definitely see why they would stand in line. The food is great and the people are just way nice! It's a neighborhood favorite. I wish I'd come here more often... Maybe next time. Keep up the good work guys!
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Rachel O.

Went early Sunday Morning-so no wait. We waited about a half hour for our breakfast of French toast and Eggs/Sausage. Other customers that were seated after us received their breakfast first so I asked a waitress (not ours she now seemed to be on counter) about our food. We finally got our food and it was barely warm. I wanted to send it back but my BF was starving so we ate some and left. Also, have never been to breakfast place that does not come around with coffee refills. Everything was terrible - food and staff. It was the worst breakfast experience I have every had & I cannot believe how terrible and uninterested the staff was. Would never recommend this place to anyone.
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Michelle C.

Long wait time, poor customer service, the food wasn't great (I wondered if that was really corned beef in my corned beef hash and wondered why the potatoes were so burned). I won't be back.
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marianne m.

Service was terrible! We went on a Saturday afternoon and sat at the bar. Eggs were dry because clearly the grill was up too high, not that we could tell anyone or complain because no one even came over after we got our food to ask how it was. Never asked if we wanted a refill of coffee or anything. Once the waitstaff was done socializing she came and dropped the check, never even asking how our meal was. Being in the restaurant business, we were appalled. Worst service I've had in a while & I won't ever go back!
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Sue H.

What can I really say about McKenna's that hasn't already been said? Yes, their food is awesome. Yes, their menu is huge. Yes, they've only got decent service... Yes, McKenna's is as good as it gets when it comes to breakfast/lunch in Boston. I'm getting way too excited and hungry just thinking about how freakin' delicious their food is. My biggest piece of advice to you is this: if you're coming by for breakfast, remember to always ask for your home fries with onions. I honestly don't even like home fries and I'm not a huge fan of onions, but if I'm at McKenna's, you know for damn sure I'll be getting 'em both because they're just that good together. There must be like some sort of voodoo magic sprinkled in there or something because I'm obsessed. They've also got the best corned beef hash around hands down, which I highly recommend trying! Their bacon is always perfectly crispy too. Oh, and their coffee is quality stuff... God, I just love their entire breakfast menu! I could ramble on and on about it forever. I'm so lucky to live close by because I don't think I could live without McKenna's being a 15 minute walk away (a little dramatic...) Last thing I'm gonna say is this: if you're on a diet, stay away from McKenna's! And here is why: 1. They will make you break your diet. 2. Everything is smothered in butter and covered in delicious grease, which will make you break your diet. Hey, why else do you think their food taste so good?
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Mike M.

So I've lived down the street from this place for the past 2 years. I've been going there frequently for coffee and infrequently for breakfast. I'll cut to the chase. The food is decent at best and is basically greasy bland breakfast food. The service is mediocre. They do have a variety of food but when it comes to the standards like a breakfast sandwich, it is nothing to write home about. Today I got two banana hazelnut iced coffee's (which I get often) and it only took one sip to realize that it wasn't up to par. It had a bad aftertaste and we guessed it to be old coffee or bad milk. I went back to Mckenna's with the two coffees and asked for my money back. The girl behind the counter told me that they already rang it in and couldn't do anything about it. I was told that if I came back later they'd make them again. Very disappointed in the service. In my opinion, if a customer brings back a food product that it is not consumed, because of quality, they should not have to pay for it.
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Meghan R.

Roll out of bed and over to McKenna's for a classic diner-style breakfast just by the Savin Hill T stop. Pancakes are amazing, omelettes delicious, but remember you're working with a basic, no-frills brunch. If you want mimosas and fruit bowls, head across the street the also-delicious Savin Bar & Kitchen brunch on weekends. Know that McKenna's fills up quickly after 10am so be prepared to hang around for 15-30 minutes during busy spells. Or get it to go, with a tasty flavored iced coffee, and head over to the beach and eat with a view. A neighborhood spot that reminds me why I love this area so much. Yum.
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Christina P.

Don't get me wrong, the food is decent but their service is HORRIBLE!!! It isn't worth it to go. Every server has an attitude like you are inconveniencing them by being there. And don't even bother trying to call and place an order for pick-up. Their phone is constantly off the hook...on purpose. Or, you wait for 10 minutes on hold while you hear them talking. One time picking up (because eating there and enduring the horrible service for more than 5 mins. is too much,) I watched the server tell another customer that she ordered wrong when the customer told her she had food allergies that could put her in the hospital and her food came out with the allergen. Seriously?!?! A cop came in when I was trying to get my coffee and complained about the phone being off the hook. A server said she would put a rush on his order. Forget all the other people waiting including 2 servicemen in uniform who had been there for over a 1/2 hour waiting for a table! Don't bother. You'll eat but be in a bad mood afterward. I really wish it would either get bought by someone who would run it better or there was another breakfast place in my neighborhood. The people who work here have either a.) no idea what they are doing and/or b.) could give a shit. Probably both.
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Cec D.

Fantastic breakfast place! They have a great menu, reasonable prices and solid service. They have seats at the counter for those of us that fly solo and want to lounge over coffee and the paper. Been thinking about their homefries and oatmeal crusted french toast all week, can't wait to go back!
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Jaala D.

Breakfast and lunch is fabulous!
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Lisa A.

For the price and the portions... This place is alright. Some of the food is fantastic (the French toast w bananas) and some is ok (egg white omelet) but on the whole it is a decent place that is clean and concerned about the customers. A great place for brunch but can get very busy. You can also call an order for pick up and run in to grab it in your PJs.
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Pura V.

Listen, I don't know the floor service since I usually come alone on a busy Sunday to read and eat at the counter, so I can't say much to those who don't like it. But I saw a couple reviews on the counter service... Lemme tell you, McKenna is the daughter of the owners, and they named the place for her, their only child. She's really sweet, and does a great job considering she's a young girl in charge of her parents' place while they leave the whole place to her. Pretty impressive if you ask me. I like to sit in one of the corners so no one jostles into me when passing, and I like talking to the waitstaff while they take mini breaks in between tables. Food recommendations: Omelette! Any kind is great, but I like "The works". I've got a 5'11" frame, But I still can't polish it off, but it's one of those meals that I wish I still had room in my stomach to finish cus it's so damn good. I keep hearing about their pancakes, but I can't resist getting my usual. Bottom line: It's a great local joint, with great breakfast selections
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Tom K.

So sad to do this, but I'm knocking a star off. I've been coming here since circa 2006. And I'm still drawn to the delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and fun servers. So what's changed? Well maybe I've gotten older and crankier. But maybe not. It really boils down to two problems. 1. The butter. Its delicious, but there is so. much. butter. everywhere. Seriously. Maybe this is why I feel like everything they serve is soooo good, but at the same time its slowly killing me. Probably literally and figuratively. Its just too much, I can't handle it anymore. 2. Inattentiveness. Seriously, I love the staff here. I've been here so often, I know pretty much everyone that works here and they know me by name too. But it seems everytime I'm in here there's a line out the door but I still end up sitting around with dirty plates just waiting for the check trying to leave. There should be more attention paid here or a better system. Maybe drop off the check with the food? Pay at the counter on your way out? I don't know. But its annoying. All that said, its probably still worth reading my original review. This place is still great, still delicious, and still somewhere where you'll find me regularly on the weekends. I just don't think it merits the 5-star anymore.
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Penny R.

The.Best.Pancakes.Ever!! Very friendly staff
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Kim K.

I was going to write a review drooling over the delicious food, praising the excellent wait staff, and fawning over the cheap prices but let's leave my review at this: Fresh Brewed Iced Tea sweetened with Frozen Lemonade. Get your ass to McKenna's and get one. I had 3 in one day. $2.50 for a large. It will change your life. See picture!
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Patricia M.

This place is great!!! The staff is so adorable & so family friendly/ oriented. It's dirt cheap & the food is BOMB. com. Coming to this is now gonna be my weekly Sunday routine, I LOVE IT & highly recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy a great breakfast
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Nicole C.

McKenna's is the best breakfast/brunch joint I know of. We've always had to wait for a table when we go 12-2 on Saturdays. Later isn't as bad, 5-10 minute wait. Write your name on the list for a table or else you'll be waiting around like a moron not knowing why everyone but you is being seated. The menu is extensive and I've been pleased with everything I've ordered. First time I had the pastrami sandwich, which was delicious and stuffed with a ridiculous amount of meat. The potato salad left something to be desired, as all potato salad in New England does, but the sweet potato fries were AMAZING. If only they had a nice dill-ranch sauce to go with them... (what is this, the Ritz?!) For breakfast I opt for the omelettes. They have a lot of interesting creations to choose from. My favorite so far has been the Californian -- naturally, as I am a native Californian and avocado addict. The Swiss cheese is a delicate flavor that perfectly complements the avocado. The Killer Cajun intrigued me (chicken in an omelette?) and the waitress said it was popular, so I gave it a try. I think they forgot to put the Santa Fe dressing on it, which might have helped. The meat was dry and the flavor was blander than anticipated. The portions are huge, food is excellent, prices are dirt cheap, and decor is adorable and reminiscent of the 1950s. BUT, my main complaints are the claustrophobic accommodations, spotty service (I want 14 cups of your delicious coffee, dammit), and the fact that the food never seems to come out hot. As for the first, what can ya do? Maybe someday they'll buy out that real estate place next door and expand. As for the second, they're busy as hell and I forgive them. And as for the third, I think they could do better, even if they are swamped. Thank you McKenna's for the delicious start to my weekends! You are a gem.
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Moose L.

I love this place for brunch. The set up inside is homey, the food is delicious, the prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge. The staff is friendly but at times they so busy that you may need to be a little patient. The only reason that I'm not there as much as I would like to is due to the wait to get a table/bar space. I guess that's a great problem to have for McKenna's but I don't want to wait 20mins outside for brunch when I can go down the street to Harp & Bard or across the street to Savin Hill Kitchen. If you don't mind the wait, it's probably the best place to go to brunch in the area. My go-to is their Eggs Benedict or Florentine. Their omelets are huge and tasty as well. Their ice coffees are great, they remind me of a good Dunks Large Ice Coffee. Go early and enjoy!
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Johanna G.

We get breakfast to go from here all the time. Never disappointed. The food is always cooked to perfection, The pancakes are especially tasty and are served with a powered sugar, A Savin Hill landmark and a MUST if in the neighborhood. Service with a smile makes it even better.
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Mel A.

Came here on a saturday morning, waited an hr to be seated. We placed our orders 10 mins after we sat down. 20mins later, the waitress came back saying they do not have vegie burgers, they couldn't tell us earlier. We had to wait about 40 mins before our food came out. The food is not bad, but the service is very poor. The staffs are rude and they automatically added 18% tips on our check. I will not be going back, there are definitely better diners and breakfast places in boston.
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Kelly C.

I really enjoyed McKenna's. I had never really been to this area and I thought it was so nice. We went on a Sunday and literally the place was packed. We waited quite a while to be seated but I find that to be expected when you go out to breakfast. The menu was large and the food was delicious. We will definitely be going back. The only negatives that I can think of: You don't give your name to a hostess, you write your name on a clip board. If it is your first time there, there really is no way to know this. Also the waiting area is really small and can get really cold with the door opening and closing. not much that can be done with this though because of the layout of the restaurant.
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Sarah Z.

My sister lives in the Area, and I wanted a quick yummy breakfast to have before my journey back to NYC, and this place fit the bill! We pulled in, parked on the street and walked in to a charming little cafe on the corner. Coming from NYC, my expectations were not high but let me tell you this is a great little spot, the food is excellent not to mention big portions. The service is a little spotty depending who you get, but we were lucky and had very attentive service ( we had multiple girls who helped us) so attentive that I was in and out in 20 mins. We also beat the crowd by getting there at 9am. Mind you I had a 10am bus to catch at south station. I can't say if it was because of my out of town look, I'm not going to lie I did look out of place with my thigh high boots, leather jacket and black clutch! Hey, I didn't pack much...we got our coffee way ahead of the family sitting next to us, which I noticed did not even get their order In. We had the French toast, hazelnut coffee yum! And the Corned beef hash, eggs and home fries w toast, they don't skimp on butter either and I was ok with that. Really tasty food and you can't beat their prices. I like that they had a coffee bar and take out section good for on the go ordering...TIP- put your name on that list yourself so the hostesses can just look, cross you out and seat you.
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Katia M.

I've only been once, but I will definitely be going again and again. I came with my dad early one Saturday only to find that it was pretty packed. We only had to wait about fifteen minutes, which Dad grumbled about a little, but once we got in and seated, and I got coffee, he perked up. My veggie omelet and the home fries were awesome. As Dad put it, "That really hit the spot." We were very happy campers. Anyway, I have to return because the pancakes looked delicious!
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Devon A.

i love mckenna's!!!! cheap!! good quality breakfast food!!! way better than ihop!!! can you tell i'm excited!? if you can then tell good because i am!! lol but seriously this place is a gem! i have been to several gems and i'm glad this is one of them. french toast is heavenly!
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Jordan L.

The only negative here is that I could eat here daily... And am often guilty of at least one of their fantastic ice teas or ice coffees! The pancakes & french toast are where it's at. If your in on a friday, they have fresh fish as well! Don't be afraid to venture on to the rest of the menu- I have liked everything I have ordered! I just happen to love breakfast food anytime (which they happily do) The girls there are great! So personable they seem to know every face walking in the door. Gives the cozy cafe even more of a comforting feel :)
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Chico N.

I always heard about McKenna's from friends saying its the best breakfast around the area. I have to agree, very huge portion of food. I been ordering take out for the past two Sundays from here and I really enjoy it. I see why its always busy on the weekends!!! Tasty breakfast here yelpers!!!
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Selena T.

Positives: Food, prices Negatives: Service, cleanliness of utensils Yesterday was my first time going to McKenna's. They were having a really busy day because there was a line of people waiting to be seated. They had people "sign in" on a pad of paper with how many people were in their party. Here's where things went wrong. Instead of following the order of the list, seating those who have been waiting longer, they skipped around the list. It was very frustrating because my party has been waiting for over half an hour and someone would walk in with the same amount of people, wait for 5 minutes and be seated. The other people who have been waiting for half an hour to be seated but have been skipped also got mad. Finally, someone called the manager. The manager apologized, saying SHE DID NOT SEE THE NAMES AT THE TOP OF THE LIST. I don't know what kind of excuse is that, because the names were listed in order and everyone they seated someone, they crossed their name off. So wouldn't they be able to tell all the names they crossed off were in the middle of the list or towards the end? Eventually, half the people who have been waiting started to leave. I had to ask the waitress myself if I could be seated next after half an hour. The food came out great, I had the McKenna's special which had a huge portion. Their pancakes are gigantic as well. My spoon was still dirty when it was given to me, so was my sister's knife and my brother's fork. I had to ask the waitress 5 times through out the meal for pepper. Finally, she came to me after 20 minutes into my meal asking "what did you want again?" The food was great but the service was so horrible, I'm still debating whether or not the food was still worth it.
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Jessica F.

Breakfast is good but expect a wait on tw weekend, this place gets packed and can take a bit to get your food. But the breakfast is delicious and service is nice.
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Mike C.

I've been in Savin Hill for almost five years now. McKenna's is one of the greatest things about this neighborhood. I can't believe I haven't reviewed it yet. Maybe I just love it too much to count the ways. Yeah, I think so. There's nothing I want in a breakfast place that McKenna's doesn't give me. The breakfast is so good, I've never bothered ordering lunch, even though everything I see looks delicious. Butter on the side.
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Van M.

I have eaten at this location twice both times the food was excellent. The service however was only 1 star ... Unfortunately I will never go back after today ... I am African American & I felt today the bad service was directly towards myself and my boyfriend today...when I stepped in the restaurant their was only 4 couples this morning inside this small location.. We were seated and given menus and then was never attended to after sitting their for 10-15 mins... . Just when we were about to leave another couple of another race walked in and was immediately attended too ..asked if they wanted tea or coffee with no hesitation.. Did not wait a second for service.. Immediately my boyfriend & I got up to leave ...I wanted to speak w/ a manager but I was very disgusted .& just ready to leave.. However on the other hand my boyfriend wasn't .. He asked to speak w/a manager who approached him w/ the waitress .. The explanation he received was .( she didnt see us sitting practically in the middle of the floor of this small uncrowded establishment .. 8:30am.. The manager walked away before resolving the situation as the waitress continued to tell him that she was cleaning something behind the bar.. This place does not deserve my hard earned money !!! After speaking w/ some friends they experience bad service as well ..
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Julia C.

This would be a solid 5 stars - if not for the mismanagement of tables being bussed and the "meh" service. The food is worth waiting for - but you'll notice that the tables sit around for 10-15 minutes once empty (even with a huge waiting list) and the hostess is abysmal at her tasks. Also, I ordered pancakes with 2 ingredients in them -- and the waitress brings out the pancakes with only 1 of them (20 minutes after ordering) and just tells me they were out of x, and quickly leaves. Please McKenna's - fix your management and waitstaff - you'll make more money and everyone will be happier!
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Jessica D.

The food is good, but would be better if they could get your order correct. There is always a very long wait at McKenna's, so my hubby and I get take out. I'm afraid we won't be doing that any longer. You see, we've found that the cooks don't bother to read the order slip. My husband's request is simple.....a bacon and egg sandwitch (NO CHESE). On four separate occations he has received a sandwitch with cheese on it. It might seem petty to complain about cheese, but what good is a restraunt where you have pay for something you didn't order? Yesteray was the last straw. We placed our order and as we were driving away, we noticed that his sandwich again had cheese. Upon returning to have it fixed, the counter staff was not friendly at all. The least they could do was say I'm sorry. But no. Nothing. One counter girl had a quick chat with another counter girl, they both chuckled a little and then went aobut fixing the problem. I like good food, but even more than I like good food, I like good service. I can not stand behind the service at McKenna's.
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Aboud Y.

Pain..gut busting pain. That's what I get for eating so much food. Its easy to do at McKenna's...they have so many awesome menu items to choose from and dish out generous portions at very reasonable prices. I also really like the decor and atmosphere. I will venture out to Dot for breakfast again!
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Jessica S.

Came here today for lunch with a friend. We shared a corned beef sandwich with swiss cheese and coleslaw on a bulky roll, and a side of potato salad. We get the sandwich and the coleslaw is on the side, not on the sandwich, and no potato salad. We explained it and the girl seemed confused by this somewhow. She said sometimes the cole slaw comes on the side and she has seen it like that before. huh?? No it comes on it just like at other places that have this exact same thing and it's on your menu, and our side was potato salad. We talked to someone else and they took care of it. It's not rocket science people. I've been here a few times and as usual the food is good and the service is spotty. The space is cramped so you are practically on top of other people if you are sitting in the middle, which we were. I am very picky about potato salad and it was actually really good. Cole slaw was ok. very good sandwich. They use styrofoam for their takeout containers, not cool.
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Louis C.

McKenna's has amazing breakfast food. Kelly and I went a couple weekends ago for a late breakfast and everything was delicious. Kelly got a breakfast sandwich and a side of pancakes and I ended up getting the McKenna's Special (2 eggs scrambled, cornbeef hash, bacon, homefries, and toast) and a side of French Toast. The portions were good for the price, I couldn't even finish mine. There was a wait, about 20 minutes and the waiting area did get a little cramped but Kelly and I just played a game of UNO on my iPhone to past the time. McKenna's itself was very cute, with a bar countertop and blackboard behind the bar listing menu items and specials.
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Allison S.

McKenna's is a small cafe that's consistently packed. Whether you're waiting to eat at a table, actually eating at a table, waiting for take out, trying to call for take out or just hanging around outside....I've never seen a lack of activity there! Rightly so - they have breakfast and lunch, both of which are pretty decent. When I worked around the corner, their chicken and rice soup was a frequent lunch staple. It was potatoes in it, comes with toast and the price can't be beat. The chefs don't skimp on the meat in sandwiches and they usually come with a side of potato salad. I've also had a few of their breakfast sandwiches and they're not too shabby either. Word to the wise: if you just want a quick bite to eat, definitely call ahead! I would say that lunch time during the week is their busiest time besides Sunday brunch. And if you're calling around 12:30 or 1pm, be patient! They tend to leave their phone off the hook on purpose (which is why I docked them a star).
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Chelsea W.

Went to McKenna's for lunch today around 1:00pm and was absolutely thrilled. I was a little hesitant based on all the reviews about poor service, but we had a great experience. We were seated right away and the servers were very sweet and helpful. The menu was extensive with many breakfast (served all day) and lunch items. We had a hard time deciding because everything sounded so good! We ended up ordering lunch items (turkey stuffer sandwich, grilled cheese and a chicken wrap) and everything was delicious. I also had the banana hazelnut iced coffee (i couldn't pass it up after all the reviews) and it did not disappoint. Perfectly smooth and tasty, I'm still thinking about it an hour later! So glad McKenna's is right around the corner from work. We will definitely be coming back!
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Joanna F.

4.5 stars. This place is AWESOME. There was about a 45 minute wait yesterday at noon. We got seated and were waited on very efficiently. I ordered an iced coffee. It came out a lot lighter than I would have liked and I felt bad asking the waitress to remake it, but she was insanely sweet about it and didn't make me feel bad for asking. Onto the food. I had originally ordered the Salmon and Bagel plate, but unfortunately, they were out of lox. I opted for the Greek Fetish omelet. The omelet was huge and had roasted red peppers, onions, black olives, and a lot of feta cheese. It was really good. It came with home fries and an english muffin for under 7 dollars. What a deal! Everyone at my table loved their meal. I tasted my boyfriend's breakfast burrito. It had cheese, eggs and steak tips. The steak tips were amazing (some of the best I've ever tasted). The atmosphere reminded me of a less modern Mike's Diner (which I was a loyal customer of for several years). The atmosphere was very family friendly and had a lot of "townie" charm. I will definitely be back any chance I get.
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Carmel N.

The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because I waited 10 min on the phone to place an order phone orders are just as important as walk ins and even after waiting all that time I still had to come into the store to place my order so yea I'm not happy they should have someone just to take phone orders other than that the food is always good
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Bryn B.

Oh McKenna's. I have mixed feelings about this breakfast joint. The food is unsurpassed - absolutely delicious. There's nothing negative I can say about the food. The service, however, leaves much to be desired. Most of the waitresses I've had here have been extremely unpleasant. On one occasion, I was with a friend getting a hearty hangover breakfast, you know the kind. Our waitress "greeted" us at the door by trying to push us towards the bar, which was crowded, because she only had a four top. After she reluctantly cleared the table for us, we witnessed her try to get another guy to sit at the bar. This poor guy just wanted a table, big mistake. She told the guy that she didn't want to seat him at a two person table and asked if he could go "find a friend." It was a David After Dentist "is this real life?" moment. And yes, this is real life. If you can get passed the ogre at the door, you'll definitely enjoy the food, which always comes out hot and in a good amount of time. Be aware the the portions are pretty generous so don't over-order. And as much as I just bitched about the service, I still come here for breakfast (the food is THAT good). Besides, collectively, it's quite an experience.
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Amber B.

Just went there this morning to pick up some iced coffees for me and a friend. Great food, great service, great coffee... Which is a must. (Iced Banana Hazelnut... What? So good) And the choc chip pancakes. Yeah. I always thought a pancake was a pancake, until I had one of those. Must try. Been there a few times now for breakfast and every time has been great. Highly recommended by a friend, and now I'm passing the recommendation onto you. :)
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Neeya D.

dont believe the hype ... food is alright nothing to write home about..went a couple of times but wont be going back ...
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Chris I.

I've been living in the Savin Hill area since 2002 and have been coming to McKenna's for breakfast regularly since at least 2008. My part-time job requires me to trek to Downtown Crossing early on Saturday mornings, so a stop at McKenna's before hopping on the T is a trip well worth taking. It's really a textbook definition of the neighborhood diner. There's always a ton of friendly and colorful local "regulars" (including cops coming in for a quick bite on their way to - or coming back from - a shift). The waitresses are attentive and chatty (but never in an overbearing way) and the food is always quick and delicious. I prefer the Early Bird Special - two eggs any style, bacon or sausage, toast or english muffin, all for $4.25. They also make killer pancakes, serve a great lunch, and even have a large variety of healthy selections like the Power Wrap and the Triathlete Omelette. If you get there past mid-morning, expect a line, but it moves fairly quickly and best of all, it's worth it. Businesses have come and gone over the past few years in the Savin Hill area, but McKenna's is still going strong, and there's a reason: the place is awesome.
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Tony P.

currently my third favorite diner. Excellent omelettes, pancakes, good potatoes, good french toast--smart shoppers will find good ways to order: two eggs, home fries, sausage and toast for less than five bucks. Every time I eat there there is something wrong with my order--something forgotten or whatever. But they are so nice they that I kinda feel bad being annoyed. Good street parking. Avoid weekends as they are packed.
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Kadin L.

Ahhhhhhhhh! This is my go to place for breakfast in Dot. I love it here. I love the coffee and breakfast! Iced Banana Hazelnut with cream and sugaahh! I always get the Sydney Special with bacon. Oh and their bacon is spectacular, very crispy but not burnt! I would DEFINITELY recommend everyone to go here!!
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Michelle P.

AMAZING!! This place is always good, I've been coming here so many years and they have never disappointed! There tends to be a longer wait on weekends since it is a small diner, but it's definitely worth the wait!
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CrazyEddie O.

Great alternative to IHOP ! ! !! Delicious Fast Food! and Friendly Prompt Service makes it a delightful stop on your way to Malibu Beach! (Beautiful waitress as well) ;) LOVE THIS PLACE! ! ! ! ~~ Yes in fact I DO have Facebook! =) Here: facebook.com/NightlifeVip
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Tom W.

Food is fine when and if you get it. I usually sit at the bar. Half my visits, i get up and leave after ten minutes and no service. BE SURE AND BRING A PAPER. When i do wait and get served, that's it...your empty coffee cup never gets re-filled, and you have to beg and plead to get your check. Why so many people wait and wait to get in here to be ignored sure beats me. I live a block away, but usually drive right by on my way to the Victoria's Dinner. Now that's a breakfast place.
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TX Girl In B.

A hearty, reasonably priced breakfast. But not good for singles or if you're used to hanging out and having a leisurely meal. I'd been reading reviews of this place for a while, but was having a hard time figuring out the best time to go. So on Columbus Day, I took the red line and was really happy to find that it's only steps away from the train. It was about 1p and unfortunately there were other folks that had my same idea! I signed myself in (not sure if this is standard practice or just because it seemed busy) and after about 15 minutes, I decided to stand in a corner to make sure they noticed me. It usually doesn't take this long for me to be seated in most places. I ordered the McKenna's special and flavored coffee. The food was pretty good and lots of it. Service was mediocre but I think that was just because of the crowd. The waitress never came by to ask if I needed anything; I had to flag her down to get her attention. My problem was that the waitress sat me in the most awkward seat in the place. They have about five tables of two in the middle of the restaurant that are arranged like one long, big table. One end had cleared out and she sat me at the head of the table (like a third wheel) where I was facing everyone else. It was fine in the beginning until another party sat down, facing each other at the table next to me. I had a clear view of the entryway and the gobs of people waiting to sit down. When the party sitting nearest me made a comment about the number of people waiting, I giggled. Minutes later, they asked the waitress to switch their order to take out. I wasn't eavesdropping, but it's impossible to not hear a person's conversation when you feel like your sitting in someone's lap. It became very uncomfortable and I decided to get my food "to go" as well. I'll go back but I think I'll ask a friend to join me so I won't feel like a leper in the crowd.
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Linda H.

We were going to be driving through Dorchester on the way to Quincy , so we decided to stop here for breakfast based on the reviews. The place was pretty full at 10:30am, but we were lucky and it didn't take too long to seat us. Service was pretty quick. The food came out pretty fast too. Unfortunately, it was only half correct. Instead of a veggie omelet, I got someone's ham omelet. I like veggies, but I'm not vegetarian, so it wasn't a big deal. I was going to eat what they gave me instead of complaining, but then one of the waitresses came out with my veggie omelet. They had realized their mistake before I started eating. I'm glad they brought out the veggie omelet after all. I was in the mood for it and it was great. The veggies tasted fresh. The home fries that came with it were ok. I also had the chance to sample the corned beef hash. Tasty. Out of the several places that I've had it at, McKenna's hash would be up there. Along with the savory, we also got a short stack of chocolate chip pancakes (short stack = 2 large ones). Also delicious. If you're debating between sweet and savory for breakfast, I say just go for it and get both....especially since they also serve single pancakes as a side. Friendly tip for my fellow caffeine addicts -- coffee was good, but I don't think they do free refills here. I'm not sure because I didn't ask, but the menu lists a choice of small, medium, or large, and I never saw anyone going around refilling cups. If there's a line when you walk in, walk up to the counter and put your name down. Thankfully, someone else who was waiting told us or we might have missed out on our table. In summary, this place was just as expected based on the reviews. If you're debating, don't. Go. Just go a little earlier to avoid the brunch rush.
(4)
John S.

Between McKenna's and Donovan's, there is ample reason for me to move to Savin Hill. I've been to McKenna's a number of times over the years and have been consistently stunned by the quality of food, the level of service and the sheer towniness of the patrons. The wait on this particular Saturday morning was brutal. We got there at 9:30 and didn't sit down until 10:15, but it's a small price to pay for such quality. I don't ever penalize a place for a long queue. It just means that the place is doing its job. I sat down and ordered a massive breakfast of a cajun omelette (chicken, onions, mushrooms, Monteray Jack, with cajun spices worked into the egg mixture) and an extremely generous smoked salmon and bagel platter. It was $15 for both, and I was more full and satisfied that I can ever remember being at 10:15 in the morning. The wait staff there is extremely friendly, very responsive and have clearly been at it for years. Bravo to them, the cooks and the five dudes in wife beaters and straight-brimmed baseball hats that were heading off to play stickball after breakfast.
(5)
Hieu T.

Although I have lived here for 4 years, I never pay attention to this cafe. Every time I walked by on my way to work, there is always a line outside of the door which stops me from trying it out. So, on a cold, snowy day, my sister and I decided to check it out. We arrived there around 10:30 am. There was no line, but the restaurant looks pretty packed. We got a seat at bar; which is fine because I hate waiting for breakfast food. I ordered a small stack of pancakes and my sister ordered French toast with a side of sausage (I think). It seems like we were waiting for awhile, when asked...the waitress did not put in our order (ggggggrrrrrrr). So, the waitress went to the kitchen and tell the chef to hurry up with out order - good recover. However, they never brought out the sausage. The pancakes were amazing! It was so big, I barely finished it and took it home. The French toast is equally tasty! Besides the mix up with the order and no sausage, it seems like a decent place based on my first impression. I have went to try it again the second time. The service definitely is much better! I try the Tuscan omelet and it is absolutely delicious. It taste different, but it is good. However, it seems that they are missing the authentic breakfast foods that I absolutely love. Although I liked this place, I am still very faithful to Newcomb Farms restaurant located in Randolph/Milton line.
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Erin M.

Ordering: I order out breakfast from McKenna's usually once a weekend. There's always a long wait to be seated on the weekends, which is why we do take out. If they get too busy, they'll take the phone off the hook for awhile so that you can't get take out (which makes me sad). Food & Drink: I get an egg and cheese sandwich on an English muffin, which is surprisingly filling because it's two greasy eggs and two slices of cheese. very yummy! I've also sampled some of their other sandwiches which are equally great. Tons of fabulous coffee concoctions, with flavors like snickerdoodle (my personal favorite) and banana hazelnut. Service & Environment: Obviously a family run business, which usually makes for a more enjoyable, personal experience. Unfortunately, this family looks a little run into the ground. They work hard and are tired because of it, so it's not always the friendliest service, but you'll get good food fairly quickly (if it's not too crowded anyway). Has a cozy diner feeling with lots of signage and knickknacks on the wall. Overall: great food in a local's environment.
(4)
Nancy Z.

If the comfort of my home was to be converted into a cafe, this would be it. I don't think I would ever purposely wake myself up at 5 AM to get a bite of homefries, but you guys... I'm so in love. Granola crusted frencch toast please =) Wait! You have Snickerdoodle flavored ice coffee too? Oh, McKenna, you know how to please a girl. I'm even in love with the bathroom. This whole place is like a little cabin... wood floors, diner type of setting, great staff. Their home fries with onions are the best carbs you will ever invest your healthy little heart in. So my fellow Yelpers! Try the home fries with onions, the steak tips, the granola crusted french toast, AND the McKenna Pasta special. Also, please note that this place gets kind of busy and they don't take reservations, but instead there's a list you can put your name under and you'll be called whenever they're ready. Go go go! I loooooooove you McKenna's!
(5)
Julie N.

I'm keeping this place 5 star but adding that you should pass on the Eggs Benedict. I finally tried it and while It was good enough, the omelettes and everything else are by far superior to the Benedict. I f*cking love this place.
(5)
Cherie C.

We went at 10AM expecting a long wait, but we were seated right away at the counter. The counter is much more spacious than your average coffee shop, so we were comfortable and still able to chat despite being a party of three. Service was friendly, though I was a bit upset that no one ever refilled our coffee mugs at all. Food was good. We all got omlettes. They were HUGE and tasty. So were the potatoes. The prices were really reasonable, too! It's easy to get here, right by the Savin Hill T stop.
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Kurt E.

One word. Pan'motherfucking'cakes. Definitely the best I've had in Boston, maybe the best anywhere. The banana, nut, and cream are my favorite. They are huge, so I usually just do one with the rest of my meal but you can get a tall stack as well. They don't skimp on the banana, the nuts, or the cream so if you are looking for diet food, look elsewhere. The place is always busy, the staff is friendly and I've never had a bad experience yet. If you think Boston doesn't know how to do breakfast, you've never eaten at McKenna's.
(4)
Jen J.

McKenna's is a great choice for breakfast, but don't expect stellar service. I love coming here to enjoy their delicious waffles, homefries, french toast, and prettymuch everything else that's on the menu (I've never been for lunch). I've been here quite a few times and service is pretty spotty - friendly for sure but there doesn't seem to be much organization or communication, which leads to service from multiple people who don't know what's going on with the table. So, you put your orders in and a few minutes later another waitress comes up and asks what you'd like to order. Not a huge deal, but -1 star from me. Otherwise a delicious breakfast heaven!
(4)
Dana G.

Quite a gem! Our host suggested McKenna's and it was yummy! I ordered a wrap, which was tasty, but it had too much dressing so I actually had to eat it with a fork and knife, or it would have fallen apart. My boyfriend ordered a club sandwich and that was tasty, too!
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Tim N.

Most of my visits to Boston lately have started with a red-eye flight from San Francisco, followed by a great brunch once I get into town (Renee's Cafe in Somerville, Uncommon Grounds in Watertown, the Friendly Toast in Cambridge). There aren't many things I'm capable of doing after a red-eye flight. Eating breakfast and drinking coffee is one that I think I've mastered. This time around the destination was McKenna's, highly recommended by our friends in Savin Hill. The second you walk in, you definitely get the feel that you are in a neighborhood Boston diner. The walls are adorned with all sorts of diner-related paraphernalia, adding to the experience. We were greeted by a smiling waitress who promptly seated us in the busy dining room. My wife and I ordered what we thought would get our day off to a good start. Of course we each started with a heaping mug of coffee. I ordered the McKenna's Special: 2 eggs and corned beef hash. My wife opted for the Lean Machine (3 eggs, turkey, tomato slices, and an english muffin). For me, the corned beef hash was fantastic. Large pieces of potato, great seasonings, and a really hearty taste. Add in the eggs, toast, sausage, and a side of sweet potato fries, and my plate was overflowing, almost to the point of being embarrassing. But hey, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, right? All in all, prompt service, excellent food, and reasonable prices. The fruit bowl that my wife ordered never made it out of the kitchen, which was a disappointment. However, we weren't charged for it or anything, and we were so full that it wasn't a big deal. We hope to be back the next time we're visiting.
(4)
Shana W.

McKenna's definitely has the feel of a local diner/cafe and serves tasty food with some local Boston personality. I highly recommend coming here for breakfast, I've never had a breakfast meal from here that wasn't delicious. I'm partial to the early bird special - two eggs any style, bacon or sausage, toast or english muffin for just $4.25. The coffee is always hot and strong, what else can you ask for? I've had mixed experiences with lunch here, the avocado tasted off and the coleslaw isn't something I'd ever order again, but the fries are crispy, and sandwiches great (grilled with pleeeenty of butter). The service is frequently lacking, the real reason I can't give this place 5 stars. My advice, sit at the bar if you can, and be patient. If you are in a huge rush, get your food to-go. Or...if you are looking for something a little less diner and a little more restaurant, keep your eyes open for the new Savin Bar and Kitchen that's opening mid March. Rumor is they will be serving brunch also.
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Kerryann D.

I've been here to may times to count. Hands down the best AND most consistent breakfast joint I have ever been to. Outstanding (hey, it's a diner not Radius!) service, always clean and packed to the gills. We bring everyone here... Jeannie is the bomb!!
(5)
Steven N.

I live near McKenna's and have been many times. It has an unspoiled, vintage, local and family feeling to it, which I think is the reason why most people love it. The food is good and the portions very generous. Its one downfall is consistently slow service, not because it's busy but because it's understaffed. Our waiting times after placing an order have ranged between 15 and 40 minutes. We've sometimes sat idly waiting for the check with our plates empty for 15 minutes, while there's a line of people waiting for a seat that we would gladly yield ours to; so clearly it's a case of inefficiency rather than just popularity. I've come to think twice before entertaining a craving for good breakfast food because of the waiting involved in getting seated, getting served and getting out.
(3)
Mark P.

The only thing I can say bad about McKenna's is that it's often too crowded for me on the weekends. But even when the line is long, it's worth the wait. I usually order the Power Wrap which is a healthy and tasty wrap of egg whites, spinach, cheese and mushrooms on a wheat wrap. It's very big, and I usually can't even finish it. The more standard fare is always good too - eggs, pancakes, french toast - you just can't go wrong. The menu is very large and the salads are always big and fresh. The pricing is completely reasonable given the quality of the food - and the service is exactly as a good diner should be - fast, friendly and a little rough around the edges (but in a good way). Sometimes, it's nice to be called "hon" - especially when you're a little hungover ;-) Part of me wants to see McKenna's expanded to seat more people and to also offer dinner, but part of me doesn't want anything about this neighborhood gem to change.
(4)
Bill T.

Want breakfast, live in Dorchester, this is where you go. Pancakes- best I've had in Boston. I enjoy the plain or cranberry walnut. Usually you get undrinkable coffee in diner type places. Don't ask for an expresso or anything, but the coffee's not bad at all. Giant portions of Eggs and Pancakes (might want to think about the short stack). Wicked busy on the weekends, if you get there late. Prepare to wait and bring a book.
(5)
Liz G.

Thank god for yelp on vacation because I love this place! I had an early bird special- my breakfast was simple and so perfect at the same time! It's a really cute place and the service is great.
(5)
Kurt M.

Wow, my first review in Boston. Couldn't have picked much of a better place. I went here two mornings in a row upon arriving in Boston. I went online to Yelp and found a place nearby that had a good rating and can't complain one bit. The food was tasty, the service was excellent and it had a good range of clientele. I only had breakfast (as did my parents, who joined me) so I can't speak for any lunch food, but for breakfast, this is a great spot. They seem to do a lot of carry-out business and it's conveniently located next to the Savin Hill stop on the Red Line.
(5)
Joselyn Y.

IT WAS AWESOME! Very small place but the food! Oh goodness! It was fantastic! For the location, so close to my house so I was pleased! No more going to Cambridge for the Friendly Toast and endless waiting time! I ordered the salmon omelet (I forget the name but it was great!) Not as good and creamy as the Friendly Toast, but came very close! HOWEVER! The homefries! As yelp told me to do, I ordered mine with onions on them and it was fantastic. The frozen lemonade with iced tea was also very good and the prices were great considering the food. Now, I'm the type of person who doesn't mind that much about service. As long as I get my food hot and my drinks "on time" (after being seated and before my food) I'm a happy camper. The service here is good by those standards. Because they are busy, they have limited time and seem to be doing a million things at once. They accept credit cards and have a system of writing your name down to be placed on a waiting list. Worth it for the food though, we only waited about 30 minutes (or less) to be seated at around 12pm (the peak of lunch hour rush).
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Deb B.

Love it here. The food is fantastic (especially the pancakes!), the coffee and ice coffee is excellent, and the staff is friendly and efficient. I can't say enough good things about McKennas. My only recommendation is to go early on the weekends because it gets busy.
(5)
Brandon A.

Called ahead for take-out based on a friend's recommendation (definitely the right decision) and fought through the crowd to get to the counter. While stuck in traffic on Dot Ave., I snuck a bite of my McKenna's Special and immediately had to pull into a parking lot to devour the rest. The food was unbelievable and instantly cured my hangover. I would HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone looking for a fantastic breakfast. Can't comment on the service (which everyone seems to mention) but the poor waitresses looked extremely frazzled while scrambling around the dining room.
(5)
Ryan B.

I'm quickly visiting all the establishment in my new neighborhood; this morning, my roommates and I visited Mckenna's for breakfast. Around 11:00 we had to wait about 15 min for a table for 4. I wasn't in a rush so i didn't really mind. I'm glad I ordered a muffin that came out right away, because it took a while for our meal to come out once we place our order. The food was hot and tasty and the prices were appropriate. We had to wait again once we finished our meal for the server to bring the bill, which was surprising since the needed to turn the table. I had to chase down the server again to run my credit card; guess I should have brought cash - my bad. I enjoyed the hustle and bustle, but my roommates preferred the peace and quiet of the Harp & Bard for brunch. I will be returning to try many other menu items the sound appetizing, but not if I'm in a hurry.
(3)
Molly S.

Nom nom nom nom nom. I can't dote on this place any more than anyone else has... McKenna's has every possible combination of omelet and egg dish you could ever want. Most recently, my beau binged on a omelet covered in chili, sour cream and guacamole. I just had veggie... we'll slowly work our way through the other 24 possible varieties. The breakfast menu is so extensive, I hardly had a chance to turn the page and look at the lunch offerings. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable. If I had it in me to wake up 45 minutes earlier every work-day, I'd eat here more often. I'm so glad to have a place like this in my neighborhood. Update 3/26/08 - This is my new morning coffee joint. No more will I stop at Starbucks around the corner from work and pay $4 for coffee! Instead I stop at McKenna's and pay $2, plus tip for a Banana Hazelnut coffee. Holy-freaking-delicious. The smell reminds me of Reese's Peanut Butter/Banana cups. Isn't that reason enough?
(4)
sunny p.

Lot's of options for breakfast, pretty good basic lunches too. The Coffee is soooo good tons of flavors! ( revised coffeee has been weak as of late) TIP! Get there early it gets busy and close early and the place is small! What's up with all these college kids hangin in this area???? Go back to Brighton! The staff lack a bit of personality except for the waitress who kind of reminds me of krissy from threes a company (although she is sweet not sure if that is a good thing). When it comes down to it's a good meal, but! They don't have egg and pancake combo options, you must order both separate.
(4)
Jennifer D.

Me and the brunch partner went there for brunch this morning. We got there, put our names on the list and waited, and waited and waited. It seems they overlooked my name. People, who had 2 in their party and came after us, were seated before us. When we inquired why, we found out that the hostess had moved on to the next page of names and forgot ours. We did not get "I am sorry I forgot", just an "Oh you can take the next table." The extra-long wait aside, the cranberry walnut pancakes were great. They were slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The cranberries and walnuts were just right. I will probably be back for the pancakes but will keep an extra eye on that list next time.
(3)
Ben H.

Great breakfast food. It's very popular, so I wouldn't go there expecting peace & quiet, but the wait wasn't long, the prices weren't bad, and the food was tasty.
(4)
Lena T.

This place has very yummy food. Service is ok. Pancakes are awesome.
(4)
Ly P.

I live near by so this is a good place for me to grab a coffee before going to school. They have one of the best pancake you've ever tasted. The ladies are so nice. The only problem is waiting, that's insane
(4)
Kaitlyn Q.

When my boyfriend at the time was living in Savin Hill we would go here all the time for breakfast. The girls that serve here are so sweet and there is a good mix of regulars and not so regulars. I swear by their Egg's Benedict or their Oatmeal that is PILED with fruit and brown sugar. There may be a wait, they have early bird specials and the regulars will be there for it. Never tried their lunch, but I imagine it would be good. If you go you will most likely see the man who comes through with the leaning tower of cups. You'll know what I'm talking about when you see it.
(5)
Terrance J.

I will say that the food is great, but that's when you get service. I call sometimes on my way to work and the phone rings and rings, other times its busy for hours at a time...want to know why?, they take the phone off the hook. This ones the best, I go there around 6:50am and no one is there but the cooks, i hang out for a few and and no one shows up. i though you guys opened at 5am? THIS IS THE ALL TIME KICKER... they add a 15% gratuity on the weekend because they feel that they don't get tipped appropriately. Do you want to know where they put it? Not on the bottom of the check, but in the middle so you won't notice it. And when you call them out on it the say " some people don't tip good, we need to make sure we get paid". The reason it stinks to tell you the truth is because there two women that work there and they are outstanding they work their butts off, and do deserve my tips but I won't go in there anymore, because of the girls they work with.
(2)
Scott W.

McKenna's doesn't mess around when it comes to making breakfast. The portions are awesome and you have to get your English muffin grilled (pure decadence). They also have baked beans which have a sweet but not sicky sweet flavor. The service is great and most of the ladies are so friendly and nice. There is one woman, who I think is the owner, who never looks happy and isn't very friendly, but I just avoid/ignore her.
(4)
John H.

As good as described by fans of this breakfast spot. Townie service is kinda to be expected in a place like this. The pancakes, bacon, and coffee were all terrific.
(4)
Michael M.

Mckennas, Were everyone goes when they are hungover/drunk after a night of hard drinking. Plenly of options, cheap and good service. Nothing more too say about Mckennas It gets 5 stars from me. Mckennas Special + 32 oz of Vitamin water + Sleep = Hangover Killer
(5)
Leslie K.

You know it's a good sign when there's a line at 9:15 on a Thursday morning. McKenna's was clean and neat, with great atmosphere. Their menu covered all the breakfast basics at a terrific value! My only complaint was that there weren't really any breakfast "combos," although they did have pretty much everything available a la carte. I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast wrap with a side of homefries and they were delicious. Everything was fresh and cooked exactly right. No watery scrambled eggs or greasy cheese/bacon/homefries. The coffee was outstanding and I can't wait to go back and try more things from the menu. I'm so excited to discover this gem just 5 minutes from where I work!
(5)
Acia A.

I hate the average 20 minute wait for a table, but the corned beef hash alone is sooo worth it. Waffles and pancakes are huge, and the hubby craves the snickerdoodle coffee. I can't believe I just found this place in 2010.
(4)
Melissa F.

So a couple friends of mine brought me here because they couldn't stop raving about it. So I met them there for brunch on a sunday, so of course it was going to be busy. We waited for a while, probably a good 20 minutes or so. I got the french toast which I thought was pretty good. Their menu is huge so you can basically get whatever you feel like. The main thing at McKenna's is the coffee, yummy coffee!!! They have so many flavors, the french vanilla with extra cream and sugar is hello fantastic!!! I'd go back for sure. It's in a super cute quaint area in Savin Hill.
(4)
Shana K.

McKenna's Cafe Review...or Why I Moved To Boston. The scene. It's late June, it's hot and this Southern gal is on a mission to find a place to live in Boston. 3 day of scouring the area, from Davis Square and Ten Hills to Orange Grove and JP. It's 9am when my friend and I get off at the Savin Hill T-stop and there is a sweetness in the air. We ask the T attendant where to get a cup of coffee and she says "Oh, you'll want breakfast too...just 'round the cahnah there". Now I understand the sweet smell. McKenna's kitchen window is open and the line is out the door. We have just enough time for coffee and a hot muffin, but on leaving we notice the sign above the door. "Ya'll come back now". So, we did and moved into the neighborhood. McKenna's is not for the faint of heart or calorie counter. Real butter, real BIG portions and the kind of atmosphere that makes you wait 30 minutes for a table. My favorite is the Salmon Benedict which substitutes freshly smoked salmon on english muffins with poached eggs. It comes with baked beans AND home fries for about $8! Are you kidding me? Dayum! The only drawback is that they close mid-afternoon. Don't worry...I'll come back.
(5)
K F.

Mckenna's Cafe uses real food with good old fashioned butter, none of this light stuff like margerine or low calorie this or light that. I don't know what they do to their pancakes but I saw my dining companion's pancakes and I reached over and grabbed a few bites and could have finished the plate and I don't even like pancakes!! It had butter and a bit of confectionery sugar on top or something but mmmmmm, it was good! I usually stick with an omelet or something boring but Mckenna's can make a boring omelet magnificent. The last time I was there I got an Italian omelet I think, it had sun dried tomatoes, Gorgonzola and some other good stuff inside. Yum! It does stink to have wait forever to get a table on a Sunday but it is really worth the wait. I don't say that about very much because I tend to be a bit on the impatient side. Not only is the food good, but the staff is pleasant and the place is cute and clean.
(5)
E B.

Great breakfast spot! The chocolate chip pancakes are some of the best I've ever had. It gets really crowded on a Sunday morning, so we try to get there before 9am. Friendly service and good prices, can't beat it.
(5)
Rich B.

I'm a surveyor, so naturally I spend a lot of time outdoors. It's nice work, but there are times when you need to be indoors - like when you gotta whiz. A couple weeks ago we were doing a job on Saxton Street in Dorchester and I had to go like a mofo. McKenna's was up the street from where we were working, so I headed up there. Walking through the front door, a blanket of warm air with a heavy aroma of breakfast envelopes you like a shroud while your ears hum with a warmer buzz of happy mealtime chatter. It's halting, and I wished I had time to stop, but I was driven by natural forces straight to the restroom. It's a unisex washroom, so you should knock first just in case. Once inside you notice that it has just been done over and there's that nice smell of unfinished pine, like you smell when you walk through the lumberyard on a warm afternoon. I also appreciated the clean and roomy interior. Working outside requires a lot of extra layers, so I have to peal away considerably before I can get down to business, and thank God for the clean floor... Relieved, I bundled-up and trudged back out through the dining room. A waitress smiled and asked, "All set?" I smiled and with a big exhale nodded back. Saved by McKenna's! A McKenna's CafÃ© haiku: McKenna's CafÃ© Like an oasis in hell Saved my sorry ass.
(5)
Laura T.

I frikkin' LOVE this place. I may be biased because I live across the road and enjoy the fact that I can stumble in there in my pajamas and sunglasses after a night out and be revived by the fabulous crew and their delicious fair. But, bias aside, I think this is one of the best breakfast places in the Boston area - great range on the menu, friendly service, nice atmosphere and fun signs on the wall, reasonably priced. I'm particularly fond of their breakfast sandwiches, and my boyfriend is a big fan of the turkey stuffer. I took off one star for two reasons: 1) they don't serve any booze (sometimes a girl needs a drink in the morning); 2) the waiting time can be long on the weekends (~40mins-1hr depending on group size), and if you don't live across the road, this could be frustrating. To be seated within 15 minutes or so be sure to get there reasonably early (e.g. 10am) to sign up, and, obviously, waiting times are longer for larger parties.
(4)
Elizabeth O.

I'm not at all familiar with Dorchester and had never gone out to eat there, but my husband and I were in the area on a Sunday and had heard good things about McKenna's so decided to stop by. I cannot tell you how pleasantly surprised we were. Our food was outstanding. I am almost always underwhelmed by omelettes but my veggie with avocado was so good I could not stop eating it. My husband's pancakes were huge and awesome, and we both loved the home fries. We did have to wait a little while but I wouldn't expect anything else on a weekend morning. The food seemed to taste even better after we saw the bill - $25 for the two of us, including tip. I can't wait to come back, and I'm really glad we got to know a little more about this neighborhood!
(5)
Brent B.

great food, cheap prices, but wayyyyyy too long of a wait to get in on a weekend
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Lisa L.

What a wonderful place! Googled Sunday brunch places in or near Dorchester for my bday and came up with McKenna's review on Yelp. Checked out the menu, the prices, and the reviews, and they all seemed A+. And they were! Went this past Sunday at 10:15am, prepared for a 20 minute wait, after calling ahead to check, but didn't wait that long. They have an extensive breakfast and lunch menu - quite large for a restaurant their size, and the food was delicious. Really. Ordered the "McKenna" - 2 eggs, hash browns (great, not greasy), and hash (the best I've had in years), and a banana nut pancake on the side, after someone's review that it was really, really good (it was!). The servers were very helpful (okay, I got a little uncomfortable when the waitress kept touching my "guy"'s shoulder and arm, but relaxed when saw everyone did that to everyone), and attentive, and the food came out quickly. Very sweet people, very good food, and VERY reasonable prices, amazing so. And love that everyone's there - families with kids, couples, multi-generations, multi-racial, it was great. Loved the decor, makes you think of an old railway diner with old signs and all. Have told several friends about it and will definitely be going there again. Other pluses, they serve breakfast ALL day (5:30am-mid-afternoon), they do take-out, and if you travel by T - they're a block away from the Savin Hill T station. Enjoy!
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Marilyn T.

Good cure to a hangover in the Savin Hill area. There are healthy options available, and the menu is flexible. Interesting Irish breakfast choices are featured, which makes it more unique than other diners. There are some interesting coffees, too. Prices are reasonable, and food is pretty good, but it's a bit out of the way for us.
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Adam K.

So the food is good and there is a great selection... I'll give ya that. However, good food does not make up for the following: 1. After waiting 45 minutes, 2 parties that arrived after me were seated first. When I asked about it she said they called my name outside but didnt see me... I was sitting beside the door the entire time. 2. After taking out order (which the waitress said was the easiest order ever) we had to wait another 45 minutes for our food. During which no one came back to see if we needed more drinks, if we were ok, nothing. We had to do a little song and dance to get attention from the waitstaff.
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Erinn P.

Fantastic pancakes. Yay for Irish baked beans. Boo for no refills on beverages other than water & coffee.
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Ben K.

I used to be lucky enough to live up the street. I *love* this place. It's almost always busy, but never takes too long to get seated...and it's just so tasty. The servers have a lot of character, the food is cheap and delicious!
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Jen H.

Super yummy breakfast/lunch. Decent sized menu to choose from. Depending on the time you go, you will prob have to wait in line, but they try to keep the line moving as fast as possible w/o rushing the tables. Def the place to go in Savin Hill after a night of drinking when you don't want to/can't make food yourself.... or if you're just being lazy and want to sit back, point, and have food arrive in front of your face, ready to devour.
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Mary N.

I love McKenna's. I used to go to school across the street as a child and I would get to go to McKenna's as a treat every so often. I used to get the Little Leaguer #2 growing up but ten years later, I get the Savin Hill Scrambler with French Toast and it's amazing. The prices are great and the food is to die for when you have a craving.
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Jess M.

When I eat here its great. But I never in my life waited so long for a to go coffee in my life. After being ignored at the register for about 4 minutes I only got service after waving one of two people behind the counter not serving food. 4 minutes is too long to wait for a server shooting the sh*t with customers. I find the waitstaff to be elitist. For waitstaff.
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g-pap ..

they tried staying open through the afternoon last year but that did not work. so be forewarned that they close at 3.30 pm. too bad because it would make a nice place for a just-got-off-the-T snack after work. the brunch-type food is pretty good. a 3-egg omlette stuffed extra-fat with cheese and whatever else, a good portion of corners-nicely-browned hash browns, sausage or bacon, and some substance called irish sausage that i cannot really figure out -- but it is filling. as noelle pointed out, you can't beat the early - bird special of 2 eggs, coffee, hash for 3.50$. and really, 8.30 is not all that early. so, do that. it is also a neighborhood joint with a very friendly feel, and always some tots in little-league uniforms when those things are in fashion/season. rumor (and a fading newpaper clipping) claim that this is marky mark's favorite brunch spot. i await my first sighting.
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Trisha M.

The food was great and the portions ample. However, it's very tight and loud. The tables are not completely washed of between patrons and my table had a soda bottle left on it from the last person. The place was packed and it took about ten minutes for the server to come over. My decaf coffee was burned. The food took about 15 minutes to come out. I wanted another drink but no one ever came back to check on us. I will get food there again but it will be take out. 2 coffee, 2 juices, 1 omelet, 1 pancake and home fries was $25.00.
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lance c.

I am from New Orleans and this place reminds me of the neighborhood cafe/diner which is very common in NOLA. Love the coffee, food and especially the people.
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Jamie M.

YUM. Tons of great breakfast and lunch options as well as flavored coffee and pastries. I really like that they have health conscious menu choices that are still appealing. I have enjoyed every meal I have had here.
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Colin M.

I have a long history with McKennas. I lived around the corner my first year in Boston and would nurse hangovers alone at the counter with one of their fine omelets. I loved this place, so much so that I began to bring friends/family here whenever they were in town. The food has always been delicious, but the management and waitstaff have grown progressively poorer. This is not a place to bring a group. The hostess struggles with the necessary spatial relations skills to realize that 4 people can be accommodated with two two-person tables adjacent to each other, not only one of the 3 booths in the place. As a result, a group can wait for upwards of 30 mins while smaller groups arriving later are accommodated. Woof. The food, as aforementioned, is delicious. Try to coffee cake, grilled with some butter on it. It'll change ya life. I always go with one of the million omelets they have. Always large portions at an affordable price. So, due to the sheer amt of times the food has been good it gets 4 stars. Dock one for having to wait unnecessarily if there are more than 2 people in your group.
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Lisa W.

I wavered between a 4- and 5-star rating here. I thought 4-star because the coffee wasn't as strong as I like it and there was no real maple syrup. But then the friendly service, the corned beef hash, and the sweet potato fries won me over. I'll just have to bring my own bottle of maple syrup when I return.
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Dk N.

I had oatmeal with fruit toppings, raisin toast, and french vanilla coffee. The bowl was huge w/ tons of fresh strawberries, bananas, and (canned ??) blueberries. It was good! This place tends to get crowded fast. The only reason i didn't give five stars is their front hostess, she's a little rude. Everything seemed to bother her, but our waitress was cool.
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Sarah O.

I have probably been here 50 times -the food is always great and the coffee is just as good. I also like the frozen lemonade. The portions are large and there is a huge selection of items on the menu. I don't think I've ever had a bad meal. My favorites are the breakfast sandwiches (yummy bagels), the power wrap, and the steak and cheese is to die for. Best of all it's SO inexpensive and all of the ladies that work there are very nice. It's a popular spot so there is usually a wait but it moves relatively quick for the most part. The only bad thing is that there is not much room to stand and wait and the takeout counter is right there, so it can get really packed.
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Kristin R.

I'm a local and have eaten here many times. Overall you'll get good service and very good food at great prices.Yeah sometimes they forget something, just remind them politely even if it's not your own server and they'll be happy to help you out. You'll likely have to wait for a table because its a popular spot and very small. Its a worthwhile place to visit and return. And if you're visiting Boston, its very close to the Savin Hill T stop,exit to the right and it's a few businesses down the street.
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Ken L.

I used to live across the street from this place, and miss it terribly. Great coffee, breakfast, etc. I moved a few yrs ago but I'm sure nothing's changed
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Kendra S.

Dottie moms, dads (and those from beyond), here's a kid-friendly idea you may not have yet considered. Take the T) to Savin Hill. Get out. Make a right. Sally forth on over-the-bridge (OTB to McKenna's. Have one of the U-17ers that are slamming this joint on a Sunday brunchin' morn hand you a take-out menu so you don't have to drag the stroller/overstimulated tot inside before necessary. Then stride on up to the counter and place your order for a strong(!) coffee and a delicious turkey wrap or yummy salad -- may I suggest the one w/ feta and cranberries -- and have yourself an enjoyable wait outside with ample people watching among the hoodies and other strollerpeeps. When (bing!) your take-out order is ready, bring the wee ones and a picnic blanket back OTB and make a right on Playstead St. Nicest park in America awaits you, I'm talking infant swings and a couple of jungle gyms with sport court beneath, a baseball diamond and a lovely walking path around Malibu Beach. A perfect day. #1 Parent in America = You.
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Tracey N.

Good luck getting a table at noon on a Sunday! But it's worth the wait. The McKenna's special is a tried-and-true fave, but I love the short stack of blueberry pancakes. If you stop in to get coffee in the morning, try & get there early enough for a donut. I don't know what bakery makes these little bits o'heaven, but they're moist, cakey with the right amount of toppings. The big-portioned sandwiches are also great at lunchtime. Also very kid friendly. Even though the waitstaff confusion is on the good side (they just want to help you), it's a wonderful, cozy breakfast spot.
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Tammi M.

One of the main reasons I miss living in Dot. Crowded with locals. You always run into someone you haven't seen in a while and then you get to eat a delicious breakfast.
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Allen Y.

Fuck this place. I sat down just after my friends ordered, and i ordered pancakes with fruit soon after, but they didn't come out until all of my friends finished their big breakfast plates. I didn't expect my pancakes to come out with my friend's food, but come on, the mix is already made, it doesn't take that long. at one point i saw my plate sitting in the kitchen waiting to be brought out, with the paper order ticket sitting on top of my food. The waitress was nice, but i specifically asked about the price of the pancakes with extras before ordering it, which said $4.99, but of course it was $6.99 on the check. It's only a $2 difference, but nowhere on the menu, near the item i ordered, did it say $6.99, or $1 or $2 extra for fruit. I was misled after specifically asking about the $4.99 price listed, and when i pointed it out to the waitress after, she wasn't understanding at all. the pancakes kinda sucked, and i can only blame myself for not sending them back and leaving without paying. They don't even have real maple syrup, just the corn syrup bullshit, in a bottle labelled maple syrup, at least the waitress admitted to that. I'm especially more disappointed because others told me how great a place it is, and they get a lot of business. who wants to pay for this kind of service? how could anyone be that psyched about a place with this standard of food? I feel bad that they've all been duped, and don't have a better restaurant choice nearby.
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Eli G.

Aside from drinking Bloody Marys in Miami, nothing beats a hangover quite like McKenna's. Always filled with Savin Hill locals, this spot has a community feel like no where else (and y'all know I love local community spots)! I usually go with the Irish Breakfast, but recently I've been getting breakfast sandwich's with egg, ham and cheese. These are special breakfast sandwich's because they use thick (almost like Canadian bacon) ham and you can get them on a BULKIE roll! It's a crazy idea, but oh so good. For extra taste sensation get tomatoes on the sandwich.
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Chuck T.

The family and I visit breakfast shops across the state. We love to go out for breakfast. Every place we find we say. "its not as good as Mckenna's" Or "it is close to Mckenna's". You need to go here for Breakfast. The Omelets are great. The pancakes are great. The waffles are great. The staff is even better than great! Go before 08:30 and get the special. SOme day I will go for lunch instead of breakfast because everyone says there salads and sandwiches are awesome. I also heard about the sweet potato fries. But for now I keep going for breakfast. Street parking Or 2 buildings away from Savin Hill T. (For the fans of the new kids I even hear the Kids stop by once in a while.
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Marina P.

just moved in close by so this place is easily becoming my favorite brunch location... great menu options and delicious food :)
(4)
Alyssa R.

Great food, great service and a very convenient location. Wonderful neighborhood place for breakfast and lunch, or just a quick stop for coffee.
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Stacey L.

My husband and I went to Mckenna's this morning for breakfast looking for a local spot and boy did we luck up. We live in Dorchester and had no idea that this hidden gem was just right next door to the Savin Hill T stop. We was seated right away and was served hot coffee and tea. Breakfast did take awhile because they had a lot of take out orders, but overall we was pleased when it did arrive. I had an ham and cheese omelet with bacon, home fries and toast, my husband had the blueberry pancake with a side order of bacon and sausage. Grand total $26!!!! Can I say we will be back!
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Josh S.

Great local spot in Savin Hill (Dorchester) for breakfast/brunch on the weekends. The granola french toast and pancakes with fruit are great, but avoid the freezer-tasting blueberries and go for banana & strawberry, or make it lunch with a turkey stuffer and fries. Also, great coffee/beverage options. I do have some issues with the menu: side dishes are way too expensive as an "add on" compared to the meal price and this place should expand to add a bar... When you walk in and navigate the hot-mess that is the waiting line, make sure to get on the list and check occasionally, as you can sometimes get skipped if you're not paying attention. Good people watching if you get there early enough, most locals know to avoid peak times as the restaurant gets crowded. $10 minimum on CC's, free street parking.
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Roxy R.

In AZ where I lived for 29 years. I had my favorite Breakfast places. So, Breakfast in Boston. I little limited and unsure where to go. Enter McKenna's Cafe. Delicious food, large portion sizes and very tasty. The only downfall they have is the wait staff, the place is packed and very busy. You can always get a table at McKenna's they take your order yet they never never never back come. The sweet older lady is a runner and you see her more often then your waitress. Always, come back to the table once to ensure everything is AOKAY and just say hey do need anything we are super super busy. I loved my food! So no Complaints there. I just like professional service and excellent customer service even in a busy restaurant. I drink tons of water. So, the next I come, bring me a pitcher of water, lots of salsa, and a terrific smile. I think your food rocks. Please come up with a better customer service strategy when you are busy. One more note, Avacado is avacado and gucamole is a creamy incredible blend of spices. So, on your Mexican fiesta list it comes with tortillas, refried beans, salsa, sour cream and avacado. Thanks so much for Great Breakfast , just promise me you will improve on your customer service. Peace, Roxy
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Les S.

Waited 35 mins to sit down and noticed people who arrived after me getting seated. Asked the hostess what was going on and she said she was waiting for a counter seat to open. The counter was filled with couples. If you're going to limit a single party to the counter then you shouldn't fill the counter with parties of 2.
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Dan R.

McKenna's is great. This review is from a food service professional. There's always a wait during main breakfast and lunch times. Obviously doing something right. If you don't like to wait, plan on coming in during off hours or go somewhere else! Maybe have a snack before you come so you aren't hangry. Food is great, portions are awesome. Atmosphere is local and chill (I always come during off hours) Miserable staff? Have you ever worked in a restaurant? It's not easy, and I can't imagine a place like this is super fun. For them to make money, they need to hustle and take care of lots of people at once because of the affordable prices. Be patient, and if you need something, ask when you order, not when they drop your food at the table. Running around your server for extra sauces, then asking for more coffee when they come back with the sauce, and then for an extra napkin when they bring the coffee, isn't going to make you a friend. I enjoy the service here. If you want the same bubbly, engaging service you get at your favorite trendy gastro-pub, think about what your checks are there and how much more you're paying for the service
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A P.

Got a coffee here this morning. Realized it was curdled on my way to work. Unfortunately I had already started drinking it and now feel sick. Never going back.
(1)
Ivy P.

We used to come here a lot. Food is well cooked and tasty and it WAS always worth the wait. Last Saturday though was unacceptable. It is clear that they are short staffed, and we were patient but the servers were straight up in a bad mood and would like to take it on us. We tried to call for assistance for water and nobody came. I had to go to the bar and ask for them myself. We also asked for some butter, which usually came with the order of pancakes, but not this time. LOL the lady literally turned her head, mumbled something and ignored us. This was on top of our orders that took forever for them to take and serve. My coffee was not refilled AT ALL, no offers to refill whatsover. I would have been fine asking for it but with what happened with the water we asked for, it is not worth the stress. NEVER COMING BACK. Kind of sad. I really love the banana flavored coffee. But I don't think I should just accept to be treated like that, especially when I am paying!
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Gina-Marie M.

Handsdown my favorite place to get steak and eggs in the area! My eggs are normal cooked as ordered and the steak is so delicious. Unfortunately we almost always get takeout due to bad service. Services is slow and staff can be rude. We would order from here more often but they take their phone off the hook so it's impossible to order takeout. Star off for messed up phones Star off for service Foods awesome though, give it a try if you can get ahold of them!
(3)
Jolie R.

Delicious, good service, good food, good energy! Great local spot. Generous portions!
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Erica L.

Small but good breakfast spot. Was visiting in roxbury and was recommended to try this place and glad we did. Great iced coffee. Large portions, prices were cheap, some items expensive such as steak an eggs but overall worth it. Would visit again !
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C.C. H.

This cafe is finely balanced on the line between cute and working-class and conveniently located two doors down from the Savin Hill-Red Line station. I met someone for breakfast there and got an iced coffee while waiting for her per the recommendation of Yelpers. The iced coffee was good but not as strong as I like it. The Irish Roll was excellent with generous layers of sausage, bacon, and black pudding with a tender fried egg and a slice of cheese to hold it all together in between a long crusty roll. My only regret is that I am not in this neighborhood often!
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Jamie S.

The best part about the Savin Hill area is McKennas. It's coffee is legend, the staff is friendly, and you will always walk out satisfied. My personal favorite is coming here for waffles and getting their Vermont syrup when it's in season. The waffles melt in your mouth and there's nothing better than real maple syrup. The only downside is if you get there after 9am on most days you can expect a wait, even for take out. Expect a 45 min to hour wait around 10 am on a Saturday or Sunday, so I recommend getting there early to avoid that. I've been here many times and will always be back!
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Jenn S.

Pretty solid for a breakfast spot. A wait for a table is always a thing here so just be prepared. I would probably not show up with more than 5 people. The staff is down to business and not overly friendly but I did not have a problem with that because I wanted food so bad. Here is what the table ordered: Pancakes - by far my favorite they were perfectly cooked French Toast - not the best we ever had but a good thing to order if you are looking for something sweet Salmon Benedict - The hollandaise was really goopy and salty and the salmon was dried out but I still ate it. I would probably just order the pancakes. Also as others have noted we were charged a gratuity which I thought was really weird since we didn't have a big party. Not sure what that was all about????
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My T.

This review is mainly for customer service. Worst customer service, I'd honestly recommend you go with someone who's been here before. I don't want to say that the servers/host were being rude but they were defiantly giving a lot of sass. Always getting the veggie omelets which never upsets!
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Gisele M.

My daughter decided to take me here during the week on our day off. She highly recommended it. She was right. The place was packed on a Wednesday morning around 9 AM. We were seated right away. The coffee was delicious. She got pancakes which were delicous and I got the french toast. If you like french toast, I highly recommend getting it. It was crispy on the outside, buttered with cinnamon and sugar. I also got the corn beef hash. They make delicious corn beef hash. I can't wait to go back to McKenna's but I know a Saturday morning would be insane!
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Kar I.

1st Negative Review that I have ever written. Do NOT go if you are by yourself! Such poor Customer Service that I never got seated so no chance to try the food. They cater to 3-4 person for their 4 person tables. Upon entering, I said I needed a table, not the high stool at the counter due to a medical condition. After an extended wait I was told I could be seated-AT THE COUNTER!! Seats had been open there since I entered. If that was what I wanted; I would have already been seated there. She said I had to wait longer for a particular table where 2 persons were just being served their food! WHAT?? She even asked them if they were almost finished while they were eating!?!? Oh my! During the entire time that I was there; they had 3 of the 4 person tables open continuously. No one was waiting for them. The heavy greasy odor in the air was becoming stronger. I continued to wait. 3 hostesses/servers (1 of which had already tried to seat me at the counter) came to check the sign-in list. She called my name for the COUNTER, again!! After all this wait I knew with so many other great restaurant options that it was time to leave. My dining experience ELSEWHERE was fantastic. I told them since it was such a problem seating potential customers; I would go elsewhere!
(1)
Jeremy S.

Food was good, service was terrible. I'm torn between two and three stars since I think this place deserves 2.5. Since most of our party were satisfied most of the time, I'm going with 3. We must have had every server in the place come up to our table at least once, and not more than once. I prefer to have one server throughout, but if it adds to the quality of service overall, I don't mind shared tables. Unfortunately, my fiancee was having normal coffee and they never once offered to top it off, they picked up the check with tip before we left the table, and the server who took our order was easily confused and never returned. The food was good, but it's breakfast and isn't exactly difficult. As a man who can't cook, when I have to cook, the Misses prefers it's breakfast food. The next morning/early afternoon our group ordered 'to go'. My Step-mother and Aunt both really liked the crab cake BLT and my cousin enjoyed his omelet. My fiancee ordered a bun-less burger expecting the patty with the 'salad' on the side. All she received was a dry patty with no condiments or toppings. She also did not receive her side of Irish bacon. I ordered the cheese steak sandwich which was literally just steak and cheese. There were no onions, peppers or other condiments or toppings. However, that may be a local thing so I am not going to hold that against the restaurant. I just assumed it was a Philly cheese steak.
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Don F.

Good food, large portions, and one of the few spots in the area worth eating at. As a result of all these things, it's incredibly busy, which is the only knock on McKenna's. It's just too small to accommodate the amount of business they do. But trust me, catch the staff when it's slower and they're a friendly and attentive staff, just don't expect a chatterbox when you're there in peak hours. Great for breakfast and lunch, but the weekends are going to be tough for you to get a seat quickly, even early. The bagel sandwiches are ten times better than anything you'll find at a chain, and the Taco Salad is a delicious way to pretend you're dieting.
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Andrew V.

Food are great and service is good. It's small place not good for big group, it's busy time will have longer wait for table compare me coming alone, got seat as quickly.
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David B.

It took 10 minutes to get a coffee order in. The waitress got me the wrong coffee. Then brought the check over before we were half done! It may have been busy but others were getting service before we did. Food was good and the hot sauce on the table was welcome! God forbid I would need to ask for it. Finally it took ages to pay. Too slow for a breakfast place!
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Yralda F.

Cute little spot with amazing prices and amazing food! I got the Mexican Fiesta and my friend got the Steak N Loaded. My plate was full of 2 eggs, refried beans, and 2 corn tortillas. There was a side of avocado (even though the menu said guacamole. .. which I love equally so it wasn't a big deal). There was a home made sala on top of the eggs which made it fabulous! There was so much stuff to sop up that i used my friend's wheat toast to finish the plate. My friend's Steak N Loaded was great! Lots of peppers, Onions and steak! Think of a cheesesteak with eggs! Overall, an amazing spot. I want to come again and try the Crab eggs benedict. Next time I'm in MA visiting my best friend, I'll make a stop here.
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Tracy S.

Great food and atmoshpere! They are really flexible and are accommodating even if you ask for something not on the menu (I recommend the chicken salad club). They have a bunch of really interesting coffee flavors to compliment they're very creative menu with a wide array of food options. It definitely has a the feel of a neighborhood diner and is also very inviting. The only negative is that the line to get in gets really long, so plan accordingly.
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Shirley T.

I loveeeeee the food here. McKennas would be my favorite brunch place to go if the devils sister wasn't working behind the counter all the time. I'm talking about the old lady with short hair who never cracks a smile. Besides that, dine in service is good. We called the place a couple of times at home for pick up, but the phone always said "user busy". When we got there, I simply asked her why the phones were not working, after calling the place 3 times INSIDE the restaurant without hearing any ringing TOO. (I wanted to see if it actually worked.) Then right when I asked her, she did something with the phone and it started ringing non stop. There was so much attitude during the whole conversation. In general, the customer service for take out is horrible...specifically because of the old lady who would roll her eyes at you over a simple question.
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Erin B.

Came back for a third time, which must be the charm! It's still straight diner food, but I had the Sydney Special (eggs, sausage, home fries and toast) and added a single pancake and it all hit the spot. The home fries and pancakes are delicious ! There's no real maple syrup here, and nothing special about anything...just really good diner food with incredible prices and great service. I think if you stick to the basics here, you're good to go.
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Christina P.

I Have Been A Waitress for four years and I hate hate hate when I am steroid type. I am a Haitian girl (black) and I went here for breakfast with my 3 cousins. We walked in and waited about 5 minutes before being greeted. Then this old lady walks over with a stank attitude to take our order. There was No "Hi how you doing today No "Good afternoon" no nothing just a "are you ready to order." It was our first time there so we needed a little help with the menu maybe some suggestions or something but she was so not into that. Anyways we order our food and ate and when we got our bill they had added gratuity. I have been to a lot of restaurants and have never had gratuity added to a bill for a group less then 6 people. I looked at the menu to see there gratuity policy and it said gratuity can be added at managers discretion (not exact word but something like that) now my issue with this isn't about the money. Had she not added it she would have gotten a 20% tip but my issue with this is the principal. You gave me the trashyest service I have ever gotten and then you felt like it was right to add the gratuity. I wouldn't have been mad if she was super nice and gave me good service and added it. I will never come back here again.
(1)
kevin f.

This is my regular breakfast joint with my kids. Good food. Good prices. The iced coffee here is great. The lines in the weekend can get long. Service is solid.
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Jason M.

Well, everyone deserves a second chance, even if it's two years later. The bacon egg and cheese was pretty bangin'. Of course, someone else went there and waited halfway 'til forever for a takeout order to bring it to me, so I wasn't subjected to the breakfast madhouse that McKenna's is on a daily basis. There is something to be said about a business that really isn't prepared to handle its own popularity... could be a shot in the foot if they're not careful. One of my friends had an amazing omelet with homefries too. I understand why it's popular. Learn to deal with the rush properly, and the sky is the limit.
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Amanda P.

The waitresses are pretty friendly. I ordered the Belgium waffles and I really would have wished they put the butter on the side rather than already putting it on the waffles, I feel that they put way too much butter. It kinda ruins the waffles because it tastes so salty. My sister ordered the creps and she didn't like them either. Overall I don't think I'll be coming back again.
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Edan S.

Great breakfast with a local flavor and attitude. This place is busy. Expect to wait 30 minutes for a table all Saturday and Sunday. They're popular and they know it with a comfort level that comes out in great food. Solid breakfast and lunch options, but they close at 4, so no dinner. A whole 12 tables plus 6 at the bar, so it's a tight fit at all but the two booths. Groups of 6+ will have an even longer wait and a collective sigh from patrons and staff at the hassle and time commitment of holding tables to put together.
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Meep M.

This review is for the service and not the food since we never got it! Stopped in for brunch one weekday and waited about 10 mins before getting seated. When you see the line out the door you know this place must be good. After placing our order we waited, and waited, and waited for our food. Come to find out our waitress left and never placed our order. Now I guess I don't have a problem with someone going on break and forgetting to tell another waitress to take the table but what really bugged me was all the other waitresses noticed we sat there for over 45 mins and didn't bother come over. After asking someone about our meal they then respond by "oh, i noticed you guys were waiting for quite awhile" Hmmm, now if I was a waitress a light bulb would of went off and said, maybe I should check on that table. Anyways, if I ever do decide to go back the best option might be take-out. Update: OK, I just read some other reviews and I guess the service really sucks. I was trying to be semi nice and not say this.
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Jane P.

McKennas is a solid spot for breakfast. It has a neighborhood feel and the mayor is a regular, since he lives in the neighborhood. They even have a "mayor's special" on their menu that comes with a ton of food. FYI- Their portions are HUGE! The pancakes were perfectly cooked and the home fries were crisp and not soggy like some places. If you get here early before 8:00, they have a $4.99 early bird special that comes with eggs, home fries, toast and choice of meat. It's a great value considering that you'd get the same thing for almost double the price if you come later. Be prepared to wait a while on the weekends but it's pretty easy to get a table on weekday mornings.
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Angela A.

Pros: Tasty food, large menu Cons: Terrible service, large menu The food was good but unfortunately, 3/4 people in our group were given something different than their order. An order of flavored coffee was delivered plain, an order for an omelet with no tomatoes had tomatoes, an order of meatless fried potatoes had meat. It was as though our waitress took our orders, waited 20 mins, and then just randomly brought out whatever she wanted. Other inconsistencies make this a difficult restaurant to enjoy. Sometimes they charge gratuity for groups of 4, sometimes they don't. Sometimes they'll take more than 2 credit cards, sometimes they won't. Sometimes they have menu items in stock, sometimes they don't. Sometimes the staff is friendly, sometimes not. Food is delicious, but it may not be what you ordered. Lines can be quite long. Bottom line: It's hard to pay for the privilege of being mistreated. There are other good restaurants nearby that don't have all the hassle.
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Mark S.

Went here one afternoon and didn't know anything about it. Just looked for a place in Dorchester to eat and drove thru Savin Hill until we found this place. It was crowded inside, and tons of people kept going in just for the iced coffees. Parking is tight, so better find a place where you don't mind walking far from. Wait staff was great! Food was even better! I got an omelet and my buddy got pancakes and a plate of eggs. I'm definitely going back for some iced coffee. Everything on the menu looked awesome and I really want to go back. Like now. End of review.
(4)
Kim H.

Wait is always a turn off. Staff is friendly but forgetful at times. Food is good, large portions and the ice coffee is really yummy.
(3)
Stephen B.

I keep reading all these fantastic reviews about how great this place is and I just do not get it. Yes, the food is good. How do you mess up breakfast food? It's pretty easy to serve good food for breakfast. Which is why I don't care for McKenna's. It's food that you can get elsewhere only if you go to McKenna's, you will wait for over an hour to be seated and then another 20 minutes for a server to notice you. All in all, the dining experience will take you close to three or four hours and who has that kind of time? Luckily, they will let you call for take out. Except I've been calling every couple of seconds for the past 45 minutes and keep getting a busy signal. So... yeah, their food is good. But don't try to eat there if you're really hungry because you might die of starvation before you get to taste it.
(2)
Christina K.

This place was, surprisingly, super delicious. It is your old school diner, with wooden chairs, funky decor, and a diverse crowd. It was recommended to us by work people, who have it as a favorite spot. I ordered the veggie wrap and everyone else had the beef stew. My wrap was a mix of cooked broccoli, spinach, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms and cheese. It was delicious!! It was so hot I kept burning my tongue and I couldn't even pick it up. I ended up using a fork. They had griddled the whole thing, which was why it was so hot. The fries that came with it were also amazing-fresh out of the fryer and lightly battered for an amazing crunch. They were also perfectly seasoned. Great place with super friendly service. Would love to come back for breakfast. Only drawback is that it was slightly greasy. But then again, that's diner food for you.
(4)
Miranda S.

The food is good...but the service SUCKS. I've been to McKenna's about 6 times over the last year. At first I didn't really realize it due to the busyness, but the service here is really horrible. My boyfriend and I are finally fed up with this place. This last time, it took about 20 minutes for someone to even come to our table. We immediately ordered drinks AND food because we weren't sure when she'd come back. She knew we were pissed and said sorry as soon as she came to our table, but then just didn't make eye contact and asked us what we wanted. We were sitting there for 20 minutes and didn't even have a cup of water yet. Another girl checked on us like 20 minutes after we got our food. If we had an issue with our meal, we would've been pissed it took this long. About 30 minutes later, we were trying to wave down someone to get our bill because no one came to check on us. We were long finished with our food and just wanted to-go containers and our bill. Our food was cold and there was a fly flying over our table, so we were sitting there trying to cover our food and shoo the fly away while impatiently hoping SOMEONE would walk by to check on us. We were tempted to just walk out because at this point it was just ridiculous that it took this long for someone to come to our table in this tiny restaurant. Finally, a THIRD girl came to take our bill. Why don't they figure out a more organized way to wait on the tables? Each girl should just cover a third of the tables. Instead they were just randomly all over the place, making it more confusing for them and more annoying for the customers who were trying to find someone when they needed help. I think I'll be taking a long break from McKennas - if I do decide to come back. It's a shame that the service is so bad that it completely overshadows the food - which is good.
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David H.

Food is fine and we will continue to favor McK as a better option to McD. However, service is horrid, and while it may be a 'quaint' feature as a party of 2 adults; when you're with hungry children, forget about it!
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Sara C.

Best brunch in Boston. Arrived st 9:30 am on a Sunday and waited ~30 min for a table. The crabby hostess just adds charm and authenticity to this cozy diner packed with locals. There's also a line out the door of folks waiting for takeout. Yes- people actually come to pickup an Irish breakfast to go! Absolutely loved my veggie omelette and snickerdoodle coffee. Portions are generous! I can't wait to go back and try the pancakes I saw being served to other tables. Def worth the wait (or getting up early).
(5)
Lakeisha H.

First time in and I was very impressed with the menu! I got a mint tea and a Waldorf salad with turkey tips. It was delicious and the turkey tips were Juicy and tasty as well. Service was fast and the place was packed which is a good sign to me. I can't wait to come back and have breakfast!
(4)
Jim B.

I was in this morning for breakfast as i do almost every day. I sat at the counter with two patrons already at the counter when i walked in. I proceeded. To order my food no problem ordering but i did say to the waitress that i would lime my eggs over easy and white. The reason i always say white is because the kitchen helps does something to the eggs that make them come out looking like the eggs were burned in clarified butter or something to that effect. Anyway i ate the over easy eggs as they were over easy but not satisfied at all. I then proceeded to order an order of two hash brown patty. The waitress said sure no problems but then went into the kitchen to be told no i could not get that. This is interesting because i worked in two different catering co. Growing up as a kid and it was always about the customer but at this place it is not at all about the customer when you have a complaint and it goes unanswered. May i remind you of another time quite a few months ago i went into McKenna's ordered the open face turkey sandwich and noticed a piece of plastic in my food. The manger said to the owner that jimmy just got a piece of plastic in his food and the owner said who is jimmy. This was the second time this has happened. Now let me let you know who jimmy is. Jimmy is a customer that comes to your establishment first thing in the am spends a lot of money when i am there and yet still cant get the items i want when i want them. Also, i have come with scratch tickets to cash in and cant do that because the manager is not on duty. I guess it is time to find another breakfast place for good. This will be YOUR LOSS not mine. Jimmy Blackmore
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Meghan M.

Love this place, right down the street from my house! The best time to go is during the week, weekends are crazy busy and usually a pretty long Wait. The reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the staff. They are great friendly people but they are really slow and I think that has a lot to do with the long Wait on the weekends. Plenty of times I have been there and with my husband and son, we are done eating and it takes someone about 5-10mins to even notice and another 5-10 to give us the check to pay, 20mins wasted because a waitress wasn't paying attention and there is a line out the door. Me and my family try to stick to weekdays to enjoy the great food and amazing coffee!
(4)
Blanca A.

Don't get me wrong I love their food.. Their customer service however is horrible. The older lady behind the counter is ALWAYS rude. The Older lady that serves almost hit a guy on the head with a plate full of scrambled eggs and bacon and proceeded to give him an attitude. I've been going here for 3-4 years I live half an hour away but the food was always worth the drive. My last 3 visits were probably the WORST but this last time I went was the end of my relationship with mckennas. After our waitress took our order she never came back walked by 7 times (I counted) and nothing, didn't offer me any extra coffee didn't even ask if my food was good. And no I did not tip her why should I? If I wanted to get an attitude id stand at the train station up the street. You can only go somewhere for so long because the food is good but if the customer service makes you feel uncomfortable then it's not worth it at all. I'll never go back to mckennas And its so very obvious that half of the staff looks down on other races. Not once did I feel welcomed.
(1)
Delight M.

Really disappointed today, we usually come her for breakfast twice a month with the whole family, today is was just me and my 8 year old son. He decided to build a wall out of the Jelly packets and the angry old lady from behind the counter came out and basically scolded me for it!! We left without even getting our food, I'm sure there are other restaurants that would like to earn my money!!!!
(2)
Rob S.

Best breakfast in the neighborhood. You are gonna wait in line with an entire maternity ward full of babies but it's worth it. Everything I've had at McKenna's has been top notch. Not much else to say really, if you want a more detailed report on things you can check one of the other reviews. On the corner of my screen I see that Linsey A. gave it a 4-star review and Zoe L. went above and beyond with the 5 stars. Amanda P., however, only gave them 2 stars which I feel is downright riduculous. Get yourself correct Amanda, this place is at least a 3-star meal even if they spit in your food.
(5)
Alexander C.

People like this place because it's the only place for a decent breakfast... If that. The wait staff is terrible. the service is even worse. I used to come here every week a couple of times... not anymore. if it weren't for my friend which likes the elderly lady. She is good. I would never come here. I didn't order anything and my friend ordered cereal and fruit. 30 minutes for that to come out. This place has gone to shit.
(1)
Jen F.

I used to love this place, a little hidden gem but now it seems like the food fell off a little bit, maybe its new cooks not sure. & also seems like they are not prepared in one way or another to handle the amount of business they get daily with out looking miserable or the line by the door in complete chaos. Anywho Last time i was there a friend & i both ordered the spanish omlet and couldnt even finish, it didnt look or taste that good. I do however still enjoy their blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon yum! If coming here i suggest sticking to the basics of waffles, pancakes, maybe a breakfast sandwich ect. but keep it simple!
(2)
Brenda O.

Great banana flavored coffee! The wait was long but worth it. I got the salmon benedict, EXCELLENT. As a benedict fan I had to try it. Salmon was a bit salty but balanced by the hollandaise sauce. My friends got the waffles (yum) and the salmon bagel plate, which she seemed to really enjoy. It's small and crowded so you will have to speak loudly to have conversations, but you'll also be busy eating these BIG portions. Glad I came here.
(5)
Marie M.

McKenna's Cafe is my number one spot for breakfast! Quick, easy and cheap I love it, the only problem is that so does everyone else! It's always busy, especially on the weekends, there's a long wait and no reservations as it is a cafe. But during the week it's not too bad and you can enjoy a good little breakfast in a comfy, cosy environment!
(5)
Erin S.

For someone who has been a diner waitress for years at 3 different Boston diners (2 of them MUCH busier than McKennas), I can tell you IT IS NOT DIFFICULT to check back with your tables, refill coffee & ask how their food is AT LEAST ONCE!!! The food at McKennas is great, service is horrible EVERYTIME!! I keep going because its close to home & the food is good, but I have NEVER, EVER been asked even ONCE how my food is in the 15 plus times I've been there in 4-5 years. I still tip 20% because I AM A SERVER, however they really DO NOT deserve it!!! The ONLY thing they RUSH BACK to do is GIVE YOU THE CHECK!!! I'm sure the girls there do well because many people eat there. However Im SURE they would do MUCH BETTER if they even pretended to CARE about the service they give!! I live in the neighborhood & this seems to be the general consensus of the many people who live around here that I've spoken to! GREAT FOOD....HORRIBLE SERVICE!!
(2)
Medgy R.

What is the point of having the option of take out when they don't answer their phone? This is the third time I've attempted to order breakfast for my kids as take out and yet they NEVER answer their line!!! It's 6am on a Friday I highly doubt they have a line out the door!!!
(1)
Brent H.

McCharge post is hilarious and so true. The food has gone down hill fast, and the prices are crazy. Yeah and that sign about little or no ice?? The owner never seems to amaze me. Wait for competition and they will go out of business. McKill My Wallet McRipOFF McCoffee for $5
(1)
Lindsey A.

Lovely prices! Went there on a Monday morning; still packed. Got there before the crowd, and I can't imagine this place on a weekend. Wait staff could be better 3.5 out of 5. The Turkey Club was a generous portion. The cole slaw was amazing. Not too sweet, and it complimented the bacon, vegetables and turkey spot on! The French toast, however, was a different story. The French toast was pretty bland. The menu even listed cinnamon but I didn't see or taste any. Maybe just an off day. I'm interested to see what their other items are like. One highlight was their iced coffee. It was wonderfully roasted.
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Mary Jane J.

I don't understand all the fuss but it's good enough. Get there before 9:30 or you will wait and it will become a cluster-f***. The service is not great but honestly, they are children so I guess I'm just impressed they spend their weekend mornings working. Food is good, not blown away by it. My husband and I come here when we can make it before our 9:30 cut off.
(3)
Diva K.

I came here for the first time with my friend and the food is great here. The atmosphere felt so good. The noise level was at a medium; not too quite or loud either, just perfect to have breakfast alone or with someone. The price is decent too. I will defiantly come back here with my family one day. It is located right outside of Savin Hill station, which is so convenient and nice for anyone who uses the MBTA.
(5)
Steve N.

Disappointing service! This was a huge let down because the food is good. Reasonably slow Thur morning and waited for 10+ minutes before the hostess came back to ask if we wanted drinks. Another 5-10 before getting them and having a waitress come to take out orders. Meanwhile we watched another waitress chat on her cell.. Once we finally got our orders in & food arrived it was enjoyable. At this point a competent waitress showed up and helped clean up the disappointing visit the rest of the staff started. Unfortunately the damage was already done.. Deff not a spot to grab a quick breakfast before work/class!
(2)
Brianna S.

I had a great experience here this weekend! :) Very easily located near the Savin Hill T Stop. There was street parking too. Very cute place. We got there around 11 on Saturday and there was a line out the door. We were told 30 min wait but it ended up being about 15 min. Food wise the menu is vast but we were aiming for breakfast. My only upset is that there aren't clear breakfast platters. We both ended up ordering 2 plates each to make sure we had everything we wanted. I got the granola cereal crusted French toast..a favorite because many tables had this. It was very yummy! I also got a side of sausage and a side of eggs..see I wish I could have had this in some type of platter form but I made it work. My friend got an order of French toast and a plate of eggs, bacon, toast and home fries. The surprisingly amazing thing I ordered..besides my delicious crusted French toast was the CHAI!!! Omg it was amazing!!! Please order this! The only down sides were 1) the wait..but that just means the place is good 2) the waitresses messed up our bill, but we were happy and full so this wasn't a huge deal at all 3) I wish there was a pancake/ French toast platter with a meat and egg choice...all minor flaws :) The servers were really nice! All the customers seemed happy! Ps: we didn't get lunch but the sandwiches were huge. Looking forward to trying more of the menu..check out my bfast pics :)
(5)
Jonathan R.

Have only eaten here once, food was great! **Their banana hazelnut coffee - BEST coffee I've ever had!**
(5)
Thuy L.

This is a GREAT place to go to for Breakfast! I was never disappointed in their waffles/pancakes/eggs etc. But I've had a couple other "non breakfast" stuff. Tuna Sandwich- it was good. I like how it's cut up in triangles and were place on the toothpick to keep it from fallen apart. It came with fries. McKennas pasta with meatball marinara sauce- I would pass on that. You will be disappointed at how "bland" it taste and how very little marinara sauce they gave you. Also comes with toasted French bread that looked like it's been squished. Soup of the day (chicken and rice "seasonal)- is really tasty! But I did not see any rice in there. (Comes with French bread as well) Banana hazelnut ice coffee- BEST coffee ever made !!! I would alwayssss order this whenever I go to mckennas! I would just suggest going there for breakfast only. The wait for the food is about 30-45 min.. You will wonder what is taking. It does get busy though, don't forget to sign your name In the boom and expect to wait about half and hour or maybe even longer to be seated!
(3)
Zoe L.

I consider myself an expert in corned beef hash, by which I mean I order it whenever it is on the menu. This is the best corned beef hash. Try it if you are into that. My breakfast was huge, which was awesome because I was super hungry. Service was a bit slow but it was also Sat. AM so that's cool. Get. The freaking. Hash.
(5)
Ro C.

After staying away for the better part of a year and a half, I come back. I really shouldn't have. The staff seems like their attitudes have changed somewhat, but now I get the crappy long wait times. Do you know what I order? A bagel with cream cheese. Do you know how long it takes for me to make a bagel and schmear at home? 25 seconds. Do you know how long it took me when I worked at the PJ Diner? 3 minutes, including getting the ticket, and running it back to the table, because it's a goddamn job a 6 year old could do. How long does a bagel and cream cheese take to get here? 15 minutes. I was feeling rather pleased with getting into work early, that I decided to stop by for breakfast. By the time I got my bagel, I was late. That good vibe disappeared. One star for the amusing spectacle of the front end girl and the oblivious mommy, who ignored her toddler in her massive stroller, gabbing for five minutes. The girl turned to me for affection as I waited, desperate to have some human interaction, and we played "Wavey Hands." Neglectful Mom turned, leaving with her iced coffee, still craned back talking to the front end girl, and plowing another patron with said ginormous stroller. Anybody want the gift card I got for my birthday? Will take less than face value.
(1)
Pradeep G.

Given that there are sooooo many restaurants to try out in this wide world...there are very few places you wanna go again...i would have this place on my frequent to-go places... the place has a nice cozy n classic americana feel to it...omlettes/pancakes/french toast/beef hash...name it...we had it all...and everyone left the place satisfied and full... friendly staff... good experience in all....
(4)
Brooke G.

The food was yummy and hit the spot! The granola french toast was quite good and everyone enjoyed their omelettes, baked beans, etc. No matter who you are or what you prefer for breakfast, there is something for you! The only down side was the service. Initially the waitress was very attentive and helpful, but once the food orders were put in, she sort of disappeared. Coffee cups emptied, water glasses emptied and she never did come back.
(3)
Ronny G.

As far as food, they have great tasting food. That's where it ends unfortunately for Mckenna's. The extra baggage that comes along with the place is a turn off. I've gone in there for breakfast and have ended up eating during lunch hours. The killer for me just happened literally a few minutes ago. I call and instead of being greeted I was hit with "Hold please" which lasted for a few minutes. During the wait I heard multiple orders being taken. I then decide to hang up and call back, worst mistake ever! Every time I called (11 times) nothing but a busy tone . At this point I gave up and just ordered somewhere else. If you have an two hours available for breakfast you will love this place.
(2)
Vishwa S.

My favorite brunch place in Boston! I have had some of the best brunches with friends at this place! LOVE their food, COFFEE is unbelievably awesome, very affordable and lovely people serving you. There is NO reason this isn't easily a favorite for a lot of people! Highly recommend their coffee and french toast! I would go here every single weekend if possible :) HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
(5)
Ruth R.

Big portions, good prices, tasty food, so neighborhoody it almost feels like going over to a friend's house to eat. The gals aren't always super friendly, but they're always real and down to earth. The line out the door tells you as much. I wish they could seat more people, I've had to give up on waiting for a table out of distressing amounts of hunger!
(4)
Cheryl L.

A place to stop. Had the chicken and rice soup and a turkey with cranberry sauce sandwich. MMM goood. Nice environment, friendly service.
(4)
A B.

I think I qualify as a "regular" here. I have been meeting a friend here for breakfast every week for about 2 years. Friendly (if sometimes slow) service, great homey feel, convenient location off the highway. And best of all - very affordable, consistently above average breakfast food. Really can't go wrong. Their only "miss" - using frozen spinach instead of fresh in their eggs florentine. Hey McKenna's - if you rectify this, post a sign about it, ok? Until then, I'm pretty happily ordering my other stand-bys.
(5)
Sarah S.

I am now on a McKenna's strike. The last few times I was in there I was nearly ignored- waited 10 minutes before anyone came to my table, had to ask for eating utensils, etc. I even had to go to the register and ask them if I could pay for my meal as no one brought the check after being asked several times and CLEARLY being done with our meal. The final straw was my last time in there. After sitting at the table for well over ten minutes as multiple servers walked past our table and not being brought water or greeted, we up and walked out. I will not be returning.
(2)
Shelley S.

I had an event to go to at the Bayside Expo Center on Sunday afternoon and was looking for a good place nearby to brunch beforehand. Lo and behold, McKenna's was one of the most beloved local joints according to you good people on Yelp so off to dine in Dorchester we went. Although it was Sunday morning we were seated in about 20 minutes (pretty good when you compare it to the waits at other popular breakfast joints like Zaftig's in Coolidge Corner or the Paramount on Beacon Hill). Though the menu covers everything from omelettes and waffles to hot plates, sandwiches, and salads, it was the pancakes that were calling my name, specifically the blueberry pancakes. Now, I'm not proud to admit that I'm something of a pancake snob, but I am, I really am. I can't stand them to be too dry. I hate it when they're too stiff. It's awful when they're anything but golden brown. And they've got to have that indescribable, buttery, buttermilk-y flavor. Let me tell you - McKenna's delivered. Their pancakes were all that and more, and chock full of delicious wrinkly blueberries. And best of all? The prices are so completely reasonable. $6.50 for a huge plate of pancakes! I couldn't even finish I was so full. Definitely plan on returning to McKenna's... and soon!
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Katie M.

Amazing breakfast. Most of the time, I am hung-over when I go to McKenna's and I am not a fan of the wait. However, the food is so fantastic that it is absolutely worth it! Waitresses are super friendly too. Huge fan of the breakfast sandwich with ham on a bulkie roll. Mmmm
(4)
Ginnette P.

I had my first visit there didn't wait long, had a great server and the food was awesome! I'll be back!
(5)
Helen P.

Ever since I came here on a whim a few years ago, I've had an obsession with McKenna's Cafe. It's a local Savin Hill breakfast joint that gets very busy on the weekends. If you've never been there before and there's a line, make sure to sign your name with the number in your party on the clipboard! They serve quality food in big portions for a great price. I frequently order the Eggs Florentine and it always comes out perfect; dropped eggs runny on the inside with plenty of Hollandaise sauce. The ladies who serve there are amazing - extremely friendly and hard-working. They also have great coffee with lots of different flavors, though I prefer to stick to the regular. Other things I've tried include the omelettes, smokes salmon plate, pancakes, McKenna's Special, french toast, and breakfast sandwich. All were great! I highly recommend this place to anyone who lives nearby (even those who don't!). It's right off the Savin Hill T stop along the red line. There's also on-street parking.
(5)
Cassie M.

This. Place. Is. Perfection. There isn't one thing that I could comment on for this place... Their staff is SO friendly, almost like it's your mom or family member taking your order (which is hard to find in the Southie area I think). Your order is always taken right away, and your food follows shortly. Their menu has so many options and interesting breakfast foods, I can never decide what I want; so I just keep going back to the bacon egg and cheese wrap. OK, let's talk about that wrap. Most places I have ordered something similar from, skimp out on the bacon and load the egg. Not McKenna's! There is more bacon than anything else in this wrap; it's just heaven! My husband loves their Savin Hill Scrambler, which gives you a taste of everything. Their corned beef and hash with sausage are exceptional. If I have to say ONE negative thing, I guess I would say that there is always a long wait. But that's not a bad thing, it just means they are amazing and that's where everyone wants to eat on a weekend! They do move through the list pretty quick usually, considering how many people are waiting. Please give this place your business! We need more places like this.
(5)
Laura C.

Love, love love McKenna's!!! Been there half a dozen times and haven't been disappointed yet. The only reason they're not getting 5 stars is the crowd for weekend brunch- you're definitely going to have a wait before you're seated. And they're only open 'till 4. 5 of the 6 times I've been I've had breakfast foods, and so have the people I've been with. Pancakes (with and without blueberries... um!), hash browns, eggs of any sort, bacon, crepes, etc., etc... never had a bad meal. And the lunch I had was chicken parm and it wasn't half bad either! They also have quite the array of coffees. Hot or cold, hazelnut, french vanilla, caramel... late, Americana, etc, etc. All soooo good, though slightly on the sweet side. Definitely recommend trying some of them out! The cafe has a super laid-back feel. Staff is 90% youngish wait staff who do a great job handling the weekend mob. Major kudos to them and the cooks for a consistent job well done!
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Christine V.

As a new homeowner in Dorchester, McKennas is one of the many reasons why I love this area! Amazing coffee (banana hazelnut!), UNBELIEVABLE pancakes, fantastic corn beef hash, great eggs - at the cheapest prices around! McKennas - my tummy hearts you!
(5)
Thomas S.

Had an excellent breakfast here. Price was good, variety was good, service was good and food was excellent.
(5)
Jennifer D.

McKenna's is, hands down, my favorite Boston breakfast spot. I come here with my husband for my birthday breakfast. I grab a to go breakfast sandwich and an iced coffee before attending a professional development meeting. I go out here for lunch with my colleagues. I just can't get enough of McKenna's because my visits there put me in such a good mood. The servers always greet me with a smile and a "How ah ya today?". The food arrives quickly, yet I can linger as long as I like to chat after my meal (and the coffee refills keep coming!) My favorite menu items: Veggie Omelet with Whole Wheat Toast (I love their bread!) California Salad with Tuna French Toast with Fresh Fruit All of their veggies and fruit are super fresh. Just go there already. It's literally steps from the Savin Hill T, and you will be received like a queen (or king).
(5)
Jenn L.

Great place for breakfast - one of the best we have ever had! Kudos! Service was attentive, coffee was fab and food was excellent!
(5)
Aga K.

I have been going to Mckenna's for years now for breakfast and lunch and that place is always mucho crowded, but hey the food is worth waiting for! Super friendly service and if u are at the table u get free coffee refills!
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Michelle J.

I've been frequenting McKenna's for nearly three years and it is my most favorite place in all of Boston. ALL of it!!! The place is small and very crowded on weekends, but the crowds tend to move in waves and quickly. If there is really too long of a wait you can always go over the bridge to the beach for 15 minutes. This is a family-run restaurant with the same waitresses since I started going. They hustle and bustle but are also really caring to make sure your order is always right! There is a $10 minimum for credit cards and sometimes some drama on splitting, so make life easy and bring cash or just order more :) I started bringing friends from school who crashed at my place after late night partying for brunch. We roll in in PJs and guzzle coffee (the iced banana hazelnut is especially good for hangovers) and munch on the South of the Border omelet. Chili, cheese, avocado (not guac) and loads of jalapenos, with home fries and toast. Deliciousness! Other amazing things: Corn Beef hash - it is perfection!!! Crispy and delicious. Pancakes - Huge. I can only eat one! McKenna's special - This is just perfect --- two eggs any style (always perfectly cooked), home fries, toast, corn beef hash and sausage/bacon. Perfect example of how good this place is. I told my friend (at 8:30pm) that I am writing a review for McKenna's. Her response? "Oh I wish I was there right now!"
(5)
Sheila B.

I like this place for a neighborhood breakfast joint. The food is very good for the price. only thing is that it is super crowded on the weekends. It's not very child friendly (no room for stroller, high chair or even bucket seat) but the food is good and not too expensive. The staff is a bunch of locals and some Irish peeps that keep it real. It is a true neighborhood gem.
(4)
Le T.

I come here every other Saturdays with the bf before heading to work. It's pretty much our breakfast spot. People are extremely sweet and the food were always on point!
(5)
Alexandra A.

Amazing eggwhite veggie omelets. Great takeout Accept Amex Sells coconut water Parking can be a bit iffy. Suggest takeout!
(5)
Bill L.

good breakfast place near the T line. muffin with egg whites and smoked turkey; egg, toast and saugage. good friendly place
(3)
Robert S.

Nice spot for breakfast or lunch. Good food and nicely sized portions. May be a slight wait if you're there at peak lunch or breakfast times. The smoked salmon omelette I ordered was delicious and filling.
(4)
Janel M.

McKenna's Cafe never disappoints! Food comes hot, servers are friendly and it is affordable. The only reason why I don't frequent this place more often because I don't like the long wait.
(4)
Misato P.

Great service, and awesome breakfast(their varieties of omelette and pancakes are to die for!!). Line is super long especially on weekends so I usually do takeout since I live 5 mins away from there.
(4)
Aretha W.

Visited this little gem Monday morning for breakfast. Was seated right away but was told by my sister (who lives in Boston) that there is a line out the door on weekends. I had the Belgian waffles and bacon (5 pieces of bacon!!!) and my sister had eggs Benedict which came with home fries and beans. The food was served promptly and was very good...no complaints. There were folks constantly coming and going so this place is definitely popular. Would no doubt return when visiting Boston.
(4)
Barbara T.

I LOVE THIS PLACE. Me and my boyfriend come to eat here almost everyday or at least once a week. We first started coming the wait staff was pretty bad, and the old lady was pretty rude, but we still came back because the food was that good. BUT they hired this new waiter that's amazing and super friendly, wish I could remember her name but she always remembers me and my boyfriends orders and always has us coming back. Overall THE BEST breakfast place in the area.
(5)
Melissa S.

McKennas is an old school diner located near the Savin Hill T stop (street parking is available as well). My boyfriend had heard good things from a friend so we decided to check it out on a Sunday morning. The decor is very cute (wooden chairs and funky wall hangings), but the staff came across as disinterested. With a line going out the door, it would've been nice to have someone tell us to sign up for a table instead of having to guess that was protocol. After being seated our waitress quickly took our order. I had a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich that was delicious and heavy on the bacon (never a problem for me). My boyfriend ordered the smoked turkey omelet and devoured it. The food is tasty and cheap. What more can you ask for from a breakfast place? We already have plans to go back!
(4)
Rosyana C.

I absolutely love Mckenna's iced coffee and enjoy the convenience of getting them in the to go cups when I don't finish while seated. Today I was told that they can no longer serve the iced coffee in to go cups and I was upset that what once was convenience is lost. Please bring back the to go cups!
(5)
Emmanuel M.

I stopped in to have a quick breakfast and just like usual everything was awesome. I sat at the high top table alone and the girl working back there had an amazing attitude. My food came out so fast it was as if they were waiting for me to show up. I had the salmon Benedict which is one of my favorites and was delish. While I was eating Helena showed up with her father with her great smile which made me miss coming to this place now that I moved out of the area. I had great convo with the guys sitting at the high top including Helena's father which made the overall experience great! Do yourself a favor and stop in you will be happy you did...
(5)
Evelyn L.

I keep catching myself saying car with a Bostonian accent, but I can only wish I sounded as good as the regulars. Anyways, this place is one of Mark Whalberg's "best of for breakfast" so I was pretty stoked to eat here despite the cold. Summary: I give it 5 stars for food and novelty. -2 stars for service&beverages. NEGATIVE YOU HEAR ME LADIES? Ugh, bad service makes me mad. I hope you do not mind getting up and looking for a clean fork, napkins, and don't expect water or coffee refills! Parking: Take the T. Public transport in Boston/Dorchester is awesome. BAD BAD Service: No smiles, forgot extra plates, difficult to get a clean fork or other utensils, difficult to get water, I got my own forks and napkins with a waitress staring at me... not in a nice way. Then the fork I took was dirty (like the one on the table!) and I had to get up again for another fork. Waitress 101 if a customer is getting their own side-work type items maybe help out a little!? MEDIOCRE Beverages: Do they not do coffee refills in Boston?? 1. For 3 bucks = 1 cup watery hazelnut coffee was not worth it and ran out of brown sugar. By then I gave up on service... THIS WAS BEFORE WE EVEN GOT FOOD. Should have gone to Dunkin'! 2. Hot chocolate: Obviously water and packet of hot chocolate with spray bottle whipped cream. The cup wasn't even full, probably only 3/4 and 1/4 whipped yucky stuff. How can you fail at hot chocolate? Well, McKenna's does. YUMMY Food: 1. Irish breakfast has sausage, ham, breakfast potatos and white & black pudding. Loved trying the puddings with their spices and bits of fat in it. For me it was an adventurous dish. 2. Salmon Benedict: Lox and perfectly runny poached eggs with a great Hollandise sauce. It was perfecly yellow and creamy. 3. Short stack with berries: They were buttered and covered in berries. I think the butter was perfect for the fluffy thick pancakes... I ate a lot of it and usually do not find pancakes appetizing but these were. I'd go back if I was in the area for breakfast and just do everything myself... like I did my 1st visit. But I would not recommend it to anyone who doesnt have the gall to go and get the things they need to have a nice meal.
(3)
Dd H.

Super cheap breakfast, short stacks only for 4 dollars something, and it is super delicious. I live their banana hazzle nuts coffee, super love! I do not like their chicken fingers, their fries is just okay, but their French toast definitely beat all others!
(5)
Jonathan N.

Went here for breakfast. The foods was great but the services was bad. I came in around 7 am one morning. The restaurant was not full so I sat myself at the counter. There was about 4 waitresses running around the restaurant at the time just doing coffee and giving customers checks. Neither one of them stop and acknowledge me sitting in front of them. Finally I have to stop one of them, said hi real loud and make some eyes contact. She said hi back and dropped a menu in front of me and ran away real fast. I went through the menu and decided to get an early bird special and three pancakes. Then I have to wait another 10 minutes and waved down another waitress to takes my order. She refuses to takes the order and told me she was busy and ran away. Luckily another waitress was next to her, saw what happen and asked me what would I like. This whole experiences was awful. Anyway, I enjoy the foods here. The prices are decent but customer services need to be improve.
(3)
Nicole W.

The first time I came here I sat down and had a pretty good experience, minus the waitress calling us "you guys" everything was great. The second time I came in I had placed an order for pick up. I walked in and no one else was in line at the register. I said hello first to the older, blonde lady at the register, and told her that I had placed an order or pick up. She told me to hold on and proceeded to talk to some guy at the bar. Then another man came over, whom she knew on a first name basis. She ignored my presence and helped him. Sorry that I'm not a regular and you don't know my name, but that's no reason to be rude and give shitty service to someone.
(2)
Susie J.

I came here by myself for a breakfast sandwich. Just a breakfast sandwich and waited 40 mins for it. The sandwich itself was pretty good (I mean, you can't really mess up a sandwich). But having to wait that long for a simple meal was not worth it. Ambiance itself is nice. Very homey local feel.
(3)
Thurayya A.

Why? That's my only question to the miserable and rude waitstaff at this mediocre establishment. My friends and I waited patiently for over an hour and 20mins, only to be plagued with an awful waitstaff experience. The food is good, but not great. Definitely not good enough to return after this. Ugh Dorchester, do better.
(1)
Elena M.

Came in for lunch and absolutely loved it. Had the chicken club. So delightful. Sam, our waitress, was great. Best hot dogs around. We cannot wait to come back and try the granola French toast and sweet potato fries.
(5)
Masiel P.

Again at this cafe because the food is awesome! I've been here three times since my last review and I am very happy because finally one nice and attentive waitress is taking care of me. Her name is Helen!
(4)
Shatiana A.

Yelllppp! I'm a 26 yr African-American woman and so is my twin sister. So my sister takes me to this cafe McKennas, she talks about so much so it's my first time, Walking into the cafe it smelled wonderful fresh coffe I couldn't wait to eat But as soon as I walked to the counter (my sister and I ) a petite woman with very short hair was at the counter (I won't even say greeted us she was just there) my sister ask do we seat ourselves? and the woman replied how Many? My sister said 3 the other will be here in just a few minutes, the petite woman then tells us she won't seat us until the third person arrived. Usually thats the procedure when the restaurant is busy but not if there were plenty Of tables open and one booth. My sister then stated we were hungry and would like to order now we didn't want to wait for the third person. The woman then hesitates toward the menus and said so your going to order right away? We said yes ( I was shocked and appaulled) How Rude she then swings the menu over her shoulder as to carry them along with the utensils in the other hand and tosses them on to the table and then turns back around towards us and said make sure you order right away when I tried to call her back to get her name she kept walking and ignored us . I have never felt so insulted in any establishment like I did today I was so uncomfortable my sister and I (and to top it off when we first arrived at the cafe a police officer and his buddy came in after us and attempted to sit in the last booth before they realized that we were waiting) they were greeted with respect, and humancy, and most of all apologized to when the woman finished dealing with us they were even greeted by a waitress before us Smh we sat there for quite a few moments stunned and feeling out of place especially because she has talked about the food at McKennas and it was my first experience there the food was good but the service SUCKED!
(2)
Michelle P.

AMAZING!! This place is always good, I've been coming here so many years and they have never disappointed! There tends to be a longer wait on weekends since it is a small diner, but it's definitely worth the wait!
(4)
Jessica F.

Breakfast is good but expect a wait on tw weekend, this place gets packed and can take a bit to get your food. But the breakfast is delicious and service is nice.
(4)
Mike C.

I've been in Savin Hill for almost five years now. McKenna's is one of the greatest things about this neighborhood. I can't believe I haven't reviewed it yet. Maybe I just love it too much to count the ways. Yeah, I think so. There's nothing I want in a breakfast place that McKenna's doesn't give me. The breakfast is so good, I've never bothered ordering lunch, even though everything I see looks delicious. Butter on the side.
(5)
John R.

Looking back over the reviews I'm confirming what I've read is a pattern I've experienced too. Good food, inexpensive place but service at times can be worse than wretched. I went to McKenna's again after a longgggg break. The food was good, and the fact is when the order comes out right (which it did this time), it's always good, and after remaking a wrong order it's always good too. They have a large breakfast & lunch selection making it difficult not to be drawn there. There is no other venue like it in the area, without going to Quincy, Southie or into town. If I've been there 20 times, 10 of them my order's been wrong, i now find it comical, besides it's casual diner style cheap eats & not worth getting upset about. They have a small front of the house service staff (maybe 5-6 people) consequently at least 30% of the time you get a repeat server. RANT: Two of the rudest, most obnoxious, bitter waitresses in the history of all service staff work at McKenna's and make no apologies for their nasty disposition. If you get one of them, the experience sucks big time! I finally got to the point after the 3rd or 4th time that I actually asked, what's the issue (?) is it me or something else? I got the look of death (imagine that) and no answer! Yes, I know why bother (?) but too many of us look the other way and shouldn't have to! Doesn't it just burn to the core when hospitality staff is anything but hospitable and get away with acting like that? How many of us would like to wear all our miserable lifetime experiences on our shoulders and take them out on others & get paid for it. If enough people told me I seemed like a miserable F- - - whether it be at work or at play, I'd do some self reflection. Not that I think everyone can be like me, but I refuse to reward overtly abusive servers. I'd prefer they don't come near me. So here's my deal, No Tip! I figure this way both of these bitter servers will ask someone else to serve me & they now do and that person gets a 25% tip. Aside from the miserable soul's i'm talking about 2-3 of the other waitresses are the sweetest, most pleasant servers one could ever want. Kisses, mean it!
(2)
Rebecca L.

This is a diner, so I always go in with the mentality that the staff will have some sass, treat their regulars with loyalty and have a friendly feel. The chocolate chip pancakes are absolutely amazing!!! I felt welcome the first time I came here. Food was good, served in good time and was out within an hour. They have a wait list that you have to write your name on, and the wait time can be lengthy. The bad reviews are a bit frustrating... If you don't like the wait, go else where... Or you will spoil the rest of your visit!
(5)
Matthew H.

Great place for diner food in Dorchester! Be sure to get there before 8 am on the weekends or you can expect to wait 30+ min, especially if your a party greater than 2.
(4)
ME E.

Granola crusted French toast is to die for!! Comes with either 2 or 3 and you can get it with or without fruit. Get the fruit ;)! This place always has a long line but there's a reason for that!! Def recommend!!
(5)
Ryan F.

Always busy and definitely worth the wait. Great food and great service. I recommend the Irish breakfast. It has an assortment of food and always makes you full. Definitely grab an iced coffee to go on the way out.
(5)
Erica M.

Yummy food, but two main reasons I don't give more stars: I hope to see them make soy milk available for those who can't have regular. Recently asked for it with coffee recently and the waitress told us they had skim milk...not helpful for those who can't have lactose, etc. They have a note on their menu to let your server know if you have a food allergy, but it doesn't do much good to state this if the servers are not educated about food allergies/sensitivities and don't have alternatives to offer. Also, wasn't impressed when I called to ask a question and was kept waiting for a couple minutes before I eventually gave up on the idea that they were going to come back. If they are going to answer the phone in the first place, they should give some attention to the person (potential customer) calling.
(3)
Patrick C.

Wait staff bumped a couple of just arrived buddies into a booth ahead of a mom with 3 small kids who'd been waiting half an hour for a table ......
(1)
Neeya D.

dont believe the hype ... food is alright nothing to write home about..went a couple of times but wont be going back ...
(1)
Chris I.

I've been living in the Savin Hill area since 2002 and have been coming to McKenna's for breakfast regularly since at least 2008. My part-time job requires me to trek to Downtown Crossing early on Saturday mornings, so a stop at McKenna's before hopping on the T is a trip well worth taking. It's really a textbook definition of the neighborhood diner. There's always a ton of friendly and colorful local "regulars" (including cops coming in for a quick bite on their way to - or coming back from - a shift). The waitresses are attentive and chatty (but never in an overbearing way) and the food is always quick and delicious. I prefer the Early Bird Special - two eggs any style, bacon or sausage, toast or english muffin, all for $4.25. They also make killer pancakes, serve a great lunch, and even have a large variety of healthy selections like the Power Wrap and the Triathlete Omelette. If you get there past mid-morning, expect a line, but it moves fairly quickly and best of all, it's worth it. Businesses have come and gone over the past few years in the Savin Hill area, but McKenna's is still going strong, and there's a reason: the place is awesome.
(5)
Tony P.

currently my third favorite diner. Excellent omelettes, pancakes, good potatoes, good french toast--smart shoppers will find good ways to order: two eggs, home fries, sausage and toast for less than five bucks. Every time I eat there there is something wrong with my order--something forgotten or whatever. But they are so nice they that I kinda feel bad being annoyed. Good street parking. Avoid weekends as they are packed.
(4)
Kadin L.

Ahhhhhhhhh! This is my go to place for breakfast in Dot. I love it here. I love the coffee and breakfast! Iced Banana Hazelnut with cream and sugaahh! I always get the Sydney Special with bacon. Oh and their bacon is spectacular, very crispy but not burnt! I would DEFINITELY recommend everyone to go here!!
(5)
TX Girl In B.

A hearty, reasonably priced breakfast. But not good for singles or if you're used to hanging out and having a leisurely meal. I'd been reading reviews of this place for a while, but was having a hard time figuring out the best time to go. So on Columbus Day, I took the red line and was really happy to find that it's only steps away from the train. It was about 1p and unfortunately there were other folks that had my same idea! I signed myself in (not sure if this is standard practice or just because it seemed busy) and after about 15 minutes, I decided to stand in a corner to make sure they noticed me. It usually doesn't take this long for me to be seated in most places. I ordered the McKenna's special and flavored coffee. The food was pretty good and lots of it. Service was mediocre but I think that was just because of the crowd. The waitress never came by to ask if I needed anything; I had to flag her down to get her attention. My problem was that the waitress sat me in the most awkward seat in the place. They have about five tables of two in the middle of the restaurant that are arranged like one long, big table. One end had cleared out and she sat me at the head of the table (like a third wheel) where I was facing everyone else. It was fine in the beginning until another party sat down, facing each other at the table next to me. I had a clear view of the entryway and the gobs of people waiting to sit down. When the party sitting nearest me made a comment about the number of people waiting, I giggled. Minutes later, they asked the waitress to switch their order to take out. I wasn't eavesdropping, but it's impossible to not hear a person's conversation when you feel like your sitting in someone's lap. It became very uncomfortable and I decided to get my food "to go" as well. I'll go back but I think I'll ask a friend to join me so I won't feel like a leper in the crowd.
(4)
Linda H.

We were going to be driving through Dorchester on the way to Quincy , so we decided to stop here for breakfast based on the reviews. The place was pretty full at 10:30am, but we were lucky and it didn't take too long to seat us. Service was pretty quick. The food came out pretty fast too. Unfortunately, it was only half correct. Instead of a veggie omelet, I got someone's ham omelet. I like veggies, but I'm not vegetarian, so it wasn't a big deal. I was going to eat what they gave me instead of complaining, but then one of the waitresses came out with my veggie omelet. They had realized their mistake before I started eating. I'm glad they brought out the veggie omelet after all. I was in the mood for it and it was great. The veggies tasted fresh. The home fries that came with it were ok. I also had the chance to sample the corned beef hash. Tasty. Out of the several places that I've had it at, McKenna's hash would be up there. Along with the savory, we also got a short stack of chocolate chip pancakes (short stack = 2 large ones). Also delicious. If you're debating between sweet and savory for breakfast, I say just go for it and get both....especially since they also serve single pancakes as a side. Friendly tip for my fellow caffeine addicts -- coffee was good, but I don't think they do free refills here. I'm not sure because I didn't ask, but the menu lists a choice of small, medium, or large, and I never saw anyone going around refilling cups. If there's a line when you walk in, walk up to the counter and put your name down. Thankfully, someone else who was waiting told us or we might have missed out on our table. In summary, this place was just as expected based on the reviews. If you're debating, don't. Go. Just go a little earlier to avoid the brunch rush.
(4)
John S.

Between McKenna's and Donovan's, there is ample reason for me to move to Savin Hill. I've been to McKenna's a number of times over the years and have been consistently stunned by the quality of food, the level of service and the sheer towniness of the patrons. The wait on this particular Saturday morning was brutal. We got there at 9:30 and didn't sit down until 10:15, but it's a small price to pay for such quality. I don't ever penalize a place for a long queue. It just means that the place is doing its job. I sat down and ordered a massive breakfast of a cajun omelette (chicken, onions, mushrooms, Monteray Jack, with cajun spices worked into the egg mixture) and an extremely generous smoked salmon and bagel platter. It was $15 for both, and I was more full and satisfied that I can ever remember being at 10:15 in the morning. The wait staff there is extremely friendly, very responsive and have clearly been at it for years. Bravo to them, the cooks and the five dudes in wife beaters and straight-brimmed baseball hats that were heading off to play stickball after breakfast.
(5)
Hieu T.

Although I have lived here for 4 years, I never pay attention to this cafe. Every time I walked by on my way to work, there is always a line outside of the door which stops me from trying it out. So, on a cold, snowy day, my sister and I decided to check it out. We arrived there around 10:30 am. There was no line, but the restaurant looks pretty packed. We got a seat at bar; which is fine because I hate waiting for breakfast food. I ordered a small stack of pancakes and my sister ordered French toast with a side of sausage (I think). It seems like we were waiting for awhile, when asked...the waitress did not put in our order (ggggggrrrrrrr). So, the waitress went to the kitchen and tell the chef to hurry up with out order - good recover. However, they never brought out the sausage. The pancakes were amazing! It was so big, I barely finished it and took it home. The French toast is equally tasty! Besides the mix up with the order and no sausage, it seems like a decent place based on my first impression. I have went to try it again the second time. The service definitely is much better! I try the Tuscan omelet and it is absolutely delicious. It taste different, but it is good. However, it seems that they are missing the authentic breakfast foods that I absolutely love. Although I liked this place, I am still very faithful to Newcomb Farms restaurant located in Randolph/Milton line.
(3)
Erin M.

Ordering: I order out breakfast from McKenna's usually once a weekend. There's always a long wait to be seated on the weekends, which is why we do take out. If they get too busy, they'll take the phone off the hook for awhile so that you can't get take out (which makes me sad). Food & Drink: I get an egg and cheese sandwich on an English muffin, which is surprisingly filling because it's two greasy eggs and two slices of cheese. very yummy! I've also sampled some of their other sandwiches which are equally great. Tons of fabulous coffee concoctions, with flavors like snickerdoodle (my personal favorite) and banana hazelnut. Service & Environment: Obviously a family run business, which usually makes for a more enjoyable, personal experience. Unfortunately, this family looks a little run into the ground. They work hard and are tired because of it, so it's not always the friendliest service, but you'll get good food fairly quickly (if it's not too crowded anyway). Has a cozy diner feeling with lots of signage and knickknacks on the wall. Overall: great food in a local's environment.
(4)
Nancy Z.

If the comfort of my home was to be converted into a cafe, this would be it. I don't think I would ever purposely wake myself up at 5 AM to get a bite of homefries, but you guys... I'm so in love. Granola crusted frencch toast please =) Wait! You have Snickerdoodle flavored ice coffee too? Oh, McKenna, you know how to please a girl. I'm even in love with the bathroom. This whole place is like a little cabin... wood floors, diner type of setting, great staff. Their home fries with onions are the best carbs you will ever invest your healthy little heart in. So my fellow Yelpers! Try the home fries with onions, the steak tips, the granola crusted french toast, AND the McKenna Pasta special. Also, please note that this place gets kind of busy and they don't take reservations, but instead there's a list you can put your name under and you'll be called whenever they're ready. Go go go! I loooooooove you McKenna's!
(5)
Julie N.

I'm keeping this place 5 star but adding that you should pass on the Eggs Benedict. I finally tried it and while It was good enough, the omelettes and everything else are by far superior to the Benedict. I f*cking love this place.
(5)
Cherie C.

We went at 10AM expecting a long wait, but we were seated right away at the counter. The counter is much more spacious than your average coffee shop, so we were comfortable and still able to chat despite being a party of three. Service was friendly, though I was a bit upset that no one ever refilled our coffee mugs at all. Food was good. We all got omlettes. They were HUGE and tasty. So were the potatoes. The prices were really reasonable, too! It's easy to get here, right by the Savin Hill T stop.
(4)
Kurt E.

One word. Pan'motherfucking'cakes. Definitely the best I've had in Boston, maybe the best anywhere. The banana, nut, and cream are my favorite. They are huge, so I usually just do one with the rest of my meal but you can get a tall stack as well. They don't skimp on the banana, the nuts, or the cream so if you are looking for diet food, look elsewhere. The place is always busy, the staff is friendly and I've never had a bad experience yet. If you think Boston doesn't know how to do breakfast, you've never eaten at McKenna's.
(4)
Jen J.

McKenna's is a great choice for breakfast, but don't expect stellar service. I love coming here to enjoy their delicious waffles, homefries, french toast, and prettymuch everything else that's on the menu (I've never been for lunch). I've been here quite a few times and service is pretty spotty - friendly for sure but there doesn't seem to be much organization or communication, which leads to service from multiple people who don't know what's going on with the table. So, you put your orders in and a few minutes later another waitress comes up and asks what you'd like to order. Not a huge deal, but -1 star from me. Otherwise a delicious breakfast heaven!
(4)
Dana G.

Quite a gem! Our host suggested McKenna's and it was yummy! I ordered a wrap, which was tasty, but it had too much dressing so I actually had to eat it with a fork and knife, or it would have fallen apart. My boyfriend ordered a club sandwich and that was tasty, too!
(4)
CrazyEddie O.

Great alternative to IHOP ! ! !! Delicious Fast Food! and Friendly Prompt Service makes it a delightful stop on your way to Malibu Beach! (Beautiful waitress as well) ;) LOVE THIS PLACE! ! ! ! ~~ Yes in fact I DO have Facebook! =) Here: facebook.com/NightlifeVip
(5)
Tom W.

Food is fine when and if you get it. I usually sit at the bar. Half my visits, i get up and leave after ten minutes and no service. BE SURE AND BRING A PAPER. When i do wait and get served, that's it...your empty coffee cup never gets re-filled, and you have to beg and plead to get your check. Why so many people wait and wait to get in here to be ignored sure beats me. I live a block away, but usually drive right by on my way to the Victoria's Dinner. Now that's a breakfast place.
(2)
Tim N.

Most of my visits to Boston lately have started with a red-eye flight from San Francisco, followed by a great brunch once I get into town (Renee's Cafe in Somerville, Uncommon Grounds in Watertown, the Friendly Toast in Cambridge). There aren't many things I'm capable of doing after a red-eye flight. Eating breakfast and drinking coffee is one that I think I've mastered. This time around the destination was McKenna's, highly recommended by our friends in Savin Hill. The second you walk in, you definitely get the feel that you are in a neighborhood Boston diner. The walls are adorned with all sorts of diner-related paraphernalia, adding to the experience. We were greeted by a smiling waitress who promptly seated us in the busy dining room. My wife and I ordered what we thought would get our day off to a good start. Of course we each started with a heaping mug of coffee. I ordered the McKenna's Special: 2 eggs and corned beef hash. My wife opted for the Lean Machine (3 eggs, turkey, tomato slices, and an english muffin). For me, the corned beef hash was fantastic. Large pieces of potato, great seasonings, and a really hearty taste. Add in the eggs, toast, sausage, and a side of sweet potato fries, and my plate was overflowing, almost to the point of being embarrassing. But hey, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, right? All in all, prompt service, excellent food, and reasonable prices. The fruit bowl that my wife ordered never made it out of the kitchen, which was a disappointment. However, we weren't charged for it or anything, and we were so full that it wasn't a big deal. We hope to be back the next time we're visiting.
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Shana W.

McKenna's definitely has the feel of a local diner/cafe and serves tasty food with some local Boston personality. I highly recommend coming here for breakfast, I've never had a breakfast meal from here that wasn't delicious. I'm partial to the early bird special - two eggs any style, bacon or sausage, toast or english muffin for just $4.25. The coffee is always hot and strong, what else can you ask for? I've had mixed experiences with lunch here, the avocado tasted off and the coleslaw isn't something I'd ever order again, but the fries are crispy, and sandwiches great (grilled with pleeeenty of butter). The service is frequently lacking, the real reason I can't give this place 5 stars. My advice, sit at the bar if you can, and be patient. If you are in a huge rush, get your food to-go. Or...if you are looking for something a little less diner and a little more restaurant, keep your eyes open for the new Savin Bar and Kitchen that's opening mid March. Rumor is they will be serving brunch also.
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Kerryann D.

I've been here to may times to count. Hands down the best AND most consistent breakfast joint I have ever been to. Outstanding (hey, it's a diner not Radius!) service, always clean and packed to the gills. We bring everyone here... Jeannie is the bomb!!
(5)
Stacey L.

My husband and I went to Mckenna's this morning for breakfast looking for a local spot and boy did we luck up. We live in Dorchester and had no idea that this hidden gem was just right next door to the Savin Hill T stop. We was seated right away and was served hot coffee and tea. Breakfast did take awhile because they had a lot of take out orders, but overall we was pleased when it did arrive. I had an ham and cheese omelet with bacon, home fries and toast, my husband had the blueberry pancake with a side order of bacon and sausage. Grand total $26!!!! Can I say we will be back!
(4)
Josh S.

Great local spot in Savin Hill (Dorchester) for breakfast/brunch on the weekends. The granola french toast and pancakes with fruit are great, but avoid the freezer-tasting blueberries and go for banana & strawberry, or make it lunch with a turkey stuffer and fries. Also, great coffee/beverage options. I do have some issues with the menu: side dishes are way too expensive as an "add on" compared to the meal price and this place should expand to add a bar... When you walk in and navigate the hot-mess that is the waiting line, make sure to get on the list and check occasionally, as you can sometimes get skipped if you're not paying attention. Good people watching if you get there early enough, most locals know to avoid peak times as the restaurant gets crowded. $10 minimum on CC's, free street parking.
(4)
Roxy R.

In AZ where I lived for 29 years. I had my favorite Breakfast places. So, Breakfast in Boston. I little limited and unsure where to go. Enter McKenna's Cafe. Delicious food, large portion sizes and very tasty. The only downfall they have is the wait staff, the place is packed and very busy. You can always get a table at McKenna's they take your order yet they never never never back come. The sweet older lady is a runner and you see her more often then your waitress. Always, come back to the table once to ensure everything is AOKAY and just say hey do need anything we are super super busy. I loved my food! So no Complaints there. I just like professional service and excellent customer service even in a busy restaurant. I drink tons of water. So, the next I come, bring me a pitcher of water, lots of salsa, and a terrific smile. I think your food rocks. Please come up with a better customer service strategy when you are busy. One more note, Avacado is avacado and gucamole is a creamy incredible blend of spices. So, on your Mexican fiesta list it comes with tortillas, refried beans, salsa, sour cream and avacado. Thanks so much for Great Breakfast , just promise me you will improve on your customer service. Peace, Roxy
(4)
Les S.

Waited 35 mins to sit down and noticed people who arrived after me getting seated. Asked the hostess what was going on and she said she was waiting for a counter seat to open. The counter was filled with couples. If you're going to limit a single party to the counter then you shouldn't fill the counter with parties of 2.
(1)
Vishwa S.

My favorite brunch place in Boston! I have had some of the best brunches with friends at this place! LOVE their food, COFFEE is unbelievably awesome, very affordable and lovely people serving you. There is NO reason this isn't easily a favorite for a lot of people! Highly recommend their coffee and french toast! I would go here every single weekend if possible :) HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
(5)
Ruth R.

Big portions, good prices, tasty food, so neighborhoody it almost feels like going over to a friend's house to eat. The gals aren't always super friendly, but they're always real and down to earth. The line out the door tells you as much. I wish they could seat more people, I've had to give up on waiting for a table out of distressing amounts of hunger!
(4)
Cheryl L.

A place to stop. Had the chicken and rice soup and a turkey with cranberry sauce sandwich. MMM goood. Nice environment, friendly service.
(4)
A B.

I think I qualify as a "regular" here. I have been meeting a friend here for breakfast every week for about 2 years. Friendly (if sometimes slow) service, great homey feel, convenient location off the highway. And best of all - very affordable, consistently above average breakfast food. Really can't go wrong. Their only "miss" - using frozen spinach instead of fresh in their eggs florentine. Hey McKenna's - if you rectify this, post a sign about it, ok? Until then, I'm pretty happily ordering my other stand-bys.
(5)
Sarah S.

I am now on a McKenna's strike. The last few times I was in there I was nearly ignored- waited 10 minutes before anyone came to my table, had to ask for eating utensils, etc. I even had to go to the register and ask them if I could pay for my meal as no one brought the check after being asked several times and CLEARLY being done with our meal. The final straw was my last time in there. After sitting at the table for well over ten minutes as multiple servers walked past our table and not being brought water or greeted, we up and walked out. I will not be returning.
(2)
Shelley S.

I had an event to go to at the Bayside Expo Center on Sunday afternoon and was looking for a good place nearby to brunch beforehand. Lo and behold, McKenna's was one of the most beloved local joints according to you good people on Yelp so off to dine in Dorchester we went. Although it was Sunday morning we were seated in about 20 minutes (pretty good when you compare it to the waits at other popular breakfast joints like Zaftig's in Coolidge Corner or the Paramount on Beacon Hill). Though the menu covers everything from omelettes and waffles to hot plates, sandwiches, and salads, it was the pancakes that were calling my name, specifically the blueberry pancakes. Now, I'm not proud to admit that I'm something of a pancake snob, but I am, I really am. I can't stand them to be too dry. I hate it when they're too stiff. It's awful when they're anything but golden brown. And they've got to have that indescribable, buttery, buttermilk-y flavor. Let me tell you - McKenna's delivered. Their pancakes were all that and more, and chock full of delicious wrinkly blueberries. And best of all? The prices are so completely reasonable. $6.50 for a huge plate of pancakes! I couldn't even finish I was so full. Definitely plan on returning to McKenna's... and soon!
(4)
Katie M.

Amazing breakfast. Most of the time, I am hung-over when I go to McKenna's and I am not a fan of the wait. However, the food is so fantastic that it is absolutely worth it! Waitresses are super friendly too. Huge fan of the breakfast sandwich with ham on a bulkie roll. Mmmm
(4)
Ginnette P.

I had my first visit there didn't wait long, had a great server and the food was awesome! I'll be back!
(5)
Helen P.

Ever since I came here on a whim a few years ago, I've had an obsession with McKenna's Cafe. It's a local Savin Hill breakfast joint that gets very busy on the weekends. If you've never been there before and there's a line, make sure to sign your name with the number in your party on the clipboard! They serve quality food in big portions for a great price. I frequently order the Eggs Florentine and it always comes out perfect; dropped eggs runny on the inside with plenty of Hollandaise sauce. The ladies who serve there are amazing - extremely friendly and hard-working. They also have great coffee with lots of different flavors, though I prefer to stick to the regular. Other things I've tried include the omelettes, smokes salmon plate, pancakes, McKenna's Special, french toast, and breakfast sandwich. All were great! I highly recommend this place to anyone who lives nearby (even those who don't!). It's right off the Savin Hill T stop along the red line. There's also on-street parking.
(5)
Cassie M.

This. Place. Is. Perfection. There isn't one thing that I could comment on for this place... Their staff is SO friendly, almost like it's your mom or family member taking your order (which is hard to find in the Southie area I think). Your order is always taken right away, and your food follows shortly. Their menu has so many options and interesting breakfast foods, I can never decide what I want; so I just keep going back to the bacon egg and cheese wrap. OK, let's talk about that wrap. Most places I have ordered something similar from, skimp out on the bacon and load the egg. Not McKenna's! There is more bacon than anything else in this wrap; it's just heaven! My husband loves their Savin Hill Scrambler, which gives you a taste of everything. Their corned beef and hash with sausage are exceptional. If I have to say ONE negative thing, I guess I would say that there is always a long wait. But that's not a bad thing, it just means they are amazing and that's where everyone wants to eat on a weekend! They do move through the list pretty quick usually, considering how many people are waiting. Please give this place your business! We need more places like this.
(5)
Bill T.

Want breakfast, live in Dorchester, this is where you go. Pancakes- best I've had in Boston. I enjoy the plain or cranberry walnut. Usually you get undrinkable coffee in diner type places. Don't ask for an expresso or anything, but the coffee's not bad at all. Giant portions of Eggs and Pancakes (might want to think about the short stack). Wicked busy on the weekends, if you get there late. Prepare to wait and bring a book.
(5)
Liz G.

Thank god for yelp on vacation because I love this place! I had an early bird special- my breakfast was simple and so perfect at the same time! It's a really cute place and the service is great.
(5)
Laura C.

Love, love love McKenna's!!! Been there half a dozen times and haven't been disappointed yet. The only reason they're not getting 5 stars is the crowd for weekend brunch- you're definitely going to have a wait before you're seated. And they're only open 'till 4. 5 of the 6 times I've been I've had breakfast foods, and so have the people I've been with. Pancakes (with and without blueberries... um!), hash browns, eggs of any sort, bacon, crepes, etc., etc... never had a bad meal. And the lunch I had was chicken parm and it wasn't half bad either! They also have quite the array of coffees. Hot or cold, hazelnut, french vanilla, caramel... late, Americana, etc, etc. All soooo good, though slightly on the sweet side. Definitely recommend trying some of them out! The cafe has a super laid-back feel. Staff is 90% youngish wait staff who do a great job handling the weekend mob. Major kudos to them and the cooks for a consistent job well done!
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Christine V.

As a new homeowner in Dorchester, McKennas is one of the many reasons why I love this area! Amazing coffee (banana hazelnut!), UNBELIEVABLE pancakes, fantastic corn beef hash, great eggs - at the cheapest prices around! McKennas - my tummy hearts you!
(5)
Thomas S.

Had an excellent breakfast here. Price was good, variety was good, service was good and food was excellent.
(5)
Jennifer D.

McKenna's is, hands down, my favorite Boston breakfast spot. I come here with my husband for my birthday breakfast. I grab a to go breakfast sandwich and an iced coffee before attending a professional development meeting. I go out here for lunch with my colleagues. I just can't get enough of McKenna's because my visits there put me in such a good mood. The servers always greet me with a smile and a "How ah ya today?". The food arrives quickly, yet I can linger as long as I like to chat after my meal (and the coffee refills keep coming!) My favorite menu items: Veggie Omelet with Whole Wheat Toast (I love their bread!) California Salad with Tuna French Toast with Fresh Fruit All of their veggies and fruit are super fresh. Just go there already. It's literally steps from the Savin Hill T, and you will be received like a queen (or king).
(5)
Jenn L.

Great place for breakfast - one of the best we have ever had! Kudos! Service was attentive, coffee was fab and food was excellent!
(5)
Aga K.

I have been going to Mckenna's for years now for breakfast and lunch and that place is always mucho crowded, but hey the food is worth waiting for! Super friendly service and if u are at the table u get free coffee refills!
(4)
Michelle J.

I've been frequenting McKenna's for nearly three years and it is my most favorite place in all of Boston. ALL of it!!! The place is small and very crowded on weekends, but the crowds tend to move in waves and quickly. If there is really too long of a wait you can always go over the bridge to the beach for 15 minutes. This is a family-run restaurant with the same waitresses since I started going. They hustle and bustle but are also really caring to make sure your order is always right! There is a $10 minimum for credit cards and sometimes some drama on splitting, so make life easy and bring cash or just order more :) I started bringing friends from school who crashed at my place after late night partying for brunch. We roll in in PJs and guzzle coffee (the iced banana hazelnut is especially good for hangovers) and munch on the South of the Border omelet. Chili, cheese, avocado (not guac) and loads of jalapenos, with home fries and toast. Deliciousness! Other amazing things: Corn Beef hash - it is perfection!!! Crispy and delicious. Pancakes - Huge. I can only eat one! McKenna's special - This is just perfect --- two eggs any style (always perfectly cooked), home fries, toast, corn beef hash and sausage/bacon. Perfect example of how good this place is. I told my friend (at 8:30pm) that I am writing a review for McKenna's. Her response? "Oh I wish I was there right now!"
(5)
Sheila B.

I like this place for a neighborhood breakfast joint. The food is very good for the price. only thing is that it is super crowded on the weekends. It's not very child friendly (no room for stroller, high chair or even bucket seat) but the food is good and not too expensive. The staff is a bunch of locals and some Irish peeps that keep it real. It is a true neighborhood gem.
(4)
Steven N.

I live near McKenna's and have been many times. It has an unspoiled, vintage, local and family feeling to it, which I think is the reason why most people love it. The food is good and the portions very generous. Its one downfall is consistently slow service, not because it's busy but because it's understaffed. Our waiting times after placing an order have ranged between 15 and 40 minutes. We've sometimes sat idly waiting for the check with our plates empty for 15 minutes, while there's a line of people waiting for a seat that we would gladly yield ours to; so clearly it's a case of inefficiency rather than just popularity. I've come to think twice before entertaining a craving for good breakfast food because of the waiting involved in getting seated, getting served and getting out.
(3)
Mark P.

The only thing I can say bad about McKenna's is that it's often too crowded for me on the weekends. But even when the line is long, it's worth the wait. I usually order the Power Wrap which is a healthy and tasty wrap of egg whites, spinach, cheese and mushrooms on a wheat wrap. It's very big, and I usually can't even finish it. The more standard fare is always good too - eggs, pancakes, french toast - you just can't go wrong. The menu is very large and the salads are always big and fresh. The pricing is completely reasonable given the quality of the food - and the service is exactly as a good diner should be - fast, friendly and a little rough around the edges (but in a good way). Sometimes, it's nice to be called "hon" - especially when you're a little hungover ;-) Part of me wants to see McKenna's expanded to seat more people and to also offer dinner, but part of me doesn't want anything about this neighborhood gem to change.
(4)
Joselyn Y.

IT WAS AWESOME! Very small place but the food! Oh goodness! It was fantastic! For the location, so close to my house so I was pleased! No more going to Cambridge for the Friendly Toast and endless waiting time! I ordered the salmon omelet (I forget the name but it was great!) Not as good and creamy as the Friendly Toast, but came very close! HOWEVER! The homefries! As yelp told me to do, I ordered mine with onions on them and it was fantastic. The frozen lemonade with iced tea was also very good and the prices were great considering the food. Now, I'm the type of person who doesn't mind that much about service. As long as I get my food hot and my drinks "on time" (after being seated and before my food) I'm a happy camper. The service here is good by those standards. Because they are busy, they have limited time and seem to be doing a million things at once. They accept credit cards and have a system of writing your name down to be placed on a waiting list. Worth it for the food though, we only waited about 30 minutes (or less) to be seated at around 12pm (the peak of lunch hour rush).
(4)
Deb B.

Love it here. The food is fantastic (especially the pancakes!), the coffee and ice coffee is excellent, and the staff is friendly and efficient. I can't say enough good things about McKennas. My only recommendation is to go early on the weekends because it gets busy.
(5)
Brandon A.

Called ahead for take-out based on a friend's recommendation (definitely the right decision) and fought through the crowd to get to the counter. While stuck in traffic on Dot Ave., I snuck a bite of my McKenna's Special and immediately had to pull into a parking lot to devour the rest. The food was unbelievable and instantly cured my hangover. I would HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone looking for a fantastic breakfast. Can't comment on the service (which everyone seems to mention) but the poor waitresses looked extremely frazzled while scrambling around the dining room.
(5)
Ryan B.

I'm quickly visiting all the establishment in my new neighborhood; this morning, my roommates and I visited Mckenna's for breakfast. Around 11:00 we had to wait about 15 min for a table for 4. I wasn't in a rush so i didn't really mind. I'm glad I ordered a muffin that came out right away, because it took a while for our meal to come out once we place our order. The food was hot and tasty and the prices were appropriate. We had to wait again once we finished our meal for the server to bring the bill, which was surprising since the needed to turn the table. I had to chase down the server again to run my credit card; guess I should have brought cash - my bad. I enjoyed the hustle and bustle, but my roommates preferred the peace and quiet of the Harp & Bard for brunch. I will be returning to try many other menu items the sound appetizing, but not if I'm in a hurry.
(3)
Molly S.

Nom nom nom nom nom. I can't dote on this place any more than anyone else has... McKenna's has every possible combination of omelet and egg dish you could ever want. Most recently, my beau binged on a omelet covered in chili, sour cream and guacamole. I just had veggie... we'll slowly work our way through the other 24 possible varieties. The breakfast menu is so extensive, I hardly had a chance to turn the page and look at the lunch offerings. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable. If I had it in me to wake up 45 minutes earlier every work-day, I'd eat here more often. I'm so glad to have a place like this in my neighborhood. Update 3/26/08 - This is my new morning coffee joint. No more will I stop at Starbucks around the corner from work and pay $4 for coffee! Instead I stop at McKenna's and pay $2, plus tip for a Banana Hazelnut coffee. Holy-freaking-delicious. The smell reminds me of Reese's Peanut Butter/Banana cups. Isn't that reason enough?
(4)
sunny p.

Lot's of options for breakfast, pretty good basic lunches too. The Coffee is soooo good tons of flavors! ( revised coffeee has been weak as of late) TIP! Get there early it gets busy and close early and the place is small! What's up with all these college kids hangin in this area???? Go back to Brighton! The staff lack a bit of personality except for the waitress who kind of reminds me of krissy from threes a company (although she is sweet not sure if that is a good thing). When it comes down to it's a good meal, but! They don't have egg and pancake combo options, you must order both separate.
(4)
Jennifer D.

Me and the brunch partner went there for brunch this morning. We got there, put our names on the list and waited, and waited and waited. It seems they overlooked my name. People, who had 2 in their party and came after us, were seated before us. When we inquired why, we found out that the hostess had moved on to the next page of names and forgot ours. We did not get "I am sorry I forgot", just an "Oh you can take the next table." The extra-long wait aside, the cranberry walnut pancakes were great. They were slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The cranberries and walnuts were just right. I will probably be back for the pancakes but will keep an extra eye on that list next time.
(3)
Ben H.

Great breakfast food. It's very popular, so I wouldn't go there expecting peace & quiet, but the wait wasn't long, the prices weren't bad, and the food was tasty.
(4)
Lena T.

This place has very yummy food. Service is ok. Pancakes are awesome.
(4)
Ly P.

I live near by so this is a good place for me to grab a coffee before going to school. They have one of the best pancake you've ever tasted. The ladies are so nice. The only problem is waiting, that's insane
(4)
Kurt M.

Wow, my first review in Boston. Couldn't have picked much of a better place. I went here two mornings in a row upon arriving in Boston. I went online to Yelp and found a place nearby that had a good rating and can't complain one bit. The food was tasty, the service was excellent and it had a good range of clientele. I only had breakfast (as did my parents, who joined me) so I can't speak for any lunch food, but for breakfast, this is a great spot. They seem to do a lot of carry-out business and it's conveniently located next to the Savin Hill stop on the Red Line.
(5)
Kaitlyn Q.

When my boyfriend at the time was living in Savin Hill we would go here all the time for breakfast. The girls that serve here are so sweet and there is a good mix of regulars and not so regulars. I swear by their Egg's Benedict or their Oatmeal that is PILED with fruit and brown sugar. There may be a wait, they have early bird specials and the regulars will be there for it. Never tried their lunch, but I imagine it would be good. If you go you will most likely see the man who comes through with the leaning tower of cups. You'll know what I'm talking about when you see it.
(5)
Terrance J.

I will say that the food is great, but that's when you get service. I call sometimes on my way to work and the phone rings and rings, other times its busy for hours at a time...want to know why?, they take the phone off the hook. This ones the best, I go there around 6:50am and no one is there but the cooks, i hang out for a few and and no one shows up. i though you guys opened at 5am? THIS IS THE ALL TIME KICKER... they add a 15% gratuity on the weekend because they feel that they don't get tipped appropriately. Do you want to know where they put it? Not on the bottom of the check, but in the middle so you won't notice it. And when you call them out on it the say " some people don't tip good, we need to make sure we get paid". The reason it stinks to tell you the truth is because there two women that work there and they are outstanding they work their butts off, and do deserve my tips but I won't go in there anymore, because of the girls they work with.
(2)
Scott W.

McKenna's doesn't mess around when it comes to making breakfast. The portions are awesome and you have to get your English muffin grilled (pure decadence). They also have baked beans which have a sweet but not sicky sweet flavor. The service is great and most of the ladies are so friendly and nice. There is one woman, who I think is the owner, who never looks happy and isn't very friendly, but I just avoid/ignore her.
(4)
John H.

As good as described by fans of this breakfast spot. Townie service is kinda to be expected in a place like this. The pancakes, bacon, and coffee were all terrific.
(4)
Michael M.

Mckennas, Were everyone goes when they are hungover/drunk after a night of hard drinking. Plenly of options, cheap and good service. Nothing more too say about Mckennas It gets 5 stars from me. Mckennas Special + 32 oz of Vitamin water + Sleep = Hangover Killer
(5)
Leslie K.

You know it's a good sign when there's a line at 9:15 on a Thursday morning. McKenna's was clean and neat, with great atmosphere. Their menu covered all the breakfast basics at a terrific value! My only complaint was that there weren't really any breakfast "combos," although they did have pretty much everything available a la carte. I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast wrap with a side of homefries and they were delicious. Everything was fresh and cooked exactly right. No watery scrambled eggs or greasy cheese/bacon/homefries. The coffee was outstanding and I can't wait to go back and try more things from the menu. I'm so excited to discover this gem just 5 minutes from where I work!
(5)
Acia A.

I hate the average 20 minute wait for a table, but the corned beef hash alone is sooo worth it. Waffles and pancakes are huge, and the hubby craves the snickerdoodle coffee. I can't believe I just found this place in 2010.
(4)
Melissa F.

So a couple friends of mine brought me here because they couldn't stop raving about it. So I met them there for brunch on a sunday, so of course it was going to be busy. We waited for a while, probably a good 20 minutes or so. I got the french toast which I thought was pretty good. Their menu is huge so you can basically get whatever you feel like. The main thing at McKenna's is the coffee, yummy coffee!!! They have so many flavors, the french vanilla with extra cream and sugar is hello fantastic!!! I'd go back for sure. It's in a super cute quaint area in Savin Hill.
(4)
Shana K.

McKenna's Cafe Review...or Why I Moved To Boston. The scene. It's late June, it's hot and this Southern gal is on a mission to find a place to live in Boston. 3 day of scouring the area, from Davis Square and Ten Hills to Orange Grove and JP. It's 9am when my friend and I get off at the Savin Hill T-stop and there is a sweetness in the air. We ask the T attendant where to get a cup of coffee and she says "Oh, you'll want breakfast too...just 'round the cahnah there". Now I understand the sweet smell. McKenna's kitchen window is open and the line is out the door. We have just enough time for coffee and a hot muffin, but on leaving we notice the sign above the door. "Ya'll come back now". So, we did and moved into the neighborhood. McKenna's is not for the faint of heart or calorie counter. Real butter, real BIG portions and the kind of atmosphere that makes you wait 30 minutes for a table. My favorite is the Salmon Benedict which substitutes freshly smoked salmon on english muffins with poached eggs. It comes with baked beans AND home fries for about $8! Are you kidding me? Dayum! The only drawback is that they close mid-afternoon. Don't worry...I'll come back.
(5)
Erinn P.

Fantastic pancakes. Yay for Irish baked beans. Boo for no refills on beverages other than water & coffee.
(4)
Ben K.

I used to be lucky enough to live up the street. I *love* this place. It's almost always busy, but never takes too long to get seated...and it's just so tasty. The servers have a lot of character, the food is cheap and delicious!
(5)
K F.

Mckenna's Cafe uses real food with good old fashioned butter, none of this light stuff like margerine or low calorie this or light that. I don't know what they do to their pancakes but I saw my dining companion's pancakes and I reached over and grabbed a few bites and could have finished the plate and I don't even like pancakes!! It had butter and a bit of confectionery sugar on top or something but mmmmmm, it was good! I usually stick with an omelet or something boring but Mckenna's can make a boring omelet magnificent. The last time I was there I got an Italian omelet I think, it had sun dried tomatoes, Gorgonzola and some other good stuff inside. Yum! It does stink to have wait forever to get a table on a Sunday but it is really worth the wait. I don't say that about very much because I tend to be a bit on the impatient side. Not only is the food good, but the staff is pleasant and the place is cute and clean.
(5)
E B.

Great breakfast spot! The chocolate chip pancakes are some of the best I've ever had. It gets really crowded on a Sunday morning, so we try to get there before 9am. Friendly service and good prices, can't beat it.
(5)
Rich B.

I'm a surveyor, so naturally I spend a lot of time outdoors. It's nice work, but there are times when you need to be indoors - like when you gotta whiz. A couple weeks ago we were doing a job on Saxton Street in Dorchester and I had to go like a mofo. McKenna's was up the street from where we were working, so I headed up there. Walking through the front door, a blanket of warm air with a heavy aroma of breakfast envelopes you like a shroud while your ears hum with a warmer buzz of happy mealtime chatter. It's halting, and I wished I had time to stop, but I was driven by natural forces straight to the restroom. It's a unisex washroom, so you should knock first just in case. Once inside you notice that it has just been done over and there's that nice smell of unfinished pine, like you smell when you walk through the lumberyard on a warm afternoon. I also appreciated the clean and roomy interior. Working outside requires a lot of extra layers, so I have to peal away considerably before I can get down to business, and thank God for the clean floor... Relieved, I bundled-up and trudged back out through the dining room. A waitress smiled and asked, "All set?" I smiled and with a big exhale nodded back. Saved by McKenna's! A McKenna's CafÃ© haiku: McKenna's CafÃ© Like an oasis in hell Saved my sorry ass.
(5)
Laura T.

I frikkin' LOVE this place. I may be biased because I live across the road and enjoy the fact that I can stumble in there in my pajamas and sunglasses after a night out and be revived by the fabulous crew and their delicious fair. But, bias aside, I think this is one of the best breakfast places in the Boston area - great range on the menu, friendly service, nice atmosphere and fun signs on the wall, reasonably priced. I'm particularly fond of their breakfast sandwiches, and my boyfriend is a big fan of the turkey stuffer. I took off one star for two reasons: 1) they don't serve any booze (sometimes a girl needs a drink in the morning); 2) the waiting time can be long on the weekends (~40mins-1hr depending on group size), and if you don't live across the road, this could be frustrating. To be seated within 15 minutes or so be sure to get there reasonably early (e.g. 10am) to sign up, and, obviously, waiting times are longer for larger parties.
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Elizabeth O.

I'm not at all familiar with Dorchester and had never gone out to eat there, but my husband and I were in the area on a Sunday and had heard good things about McKenna's so decided to stop by. I cannot tell you how pleasantly surprised we were. Our food was outstanding. I am almost always underwhelmed by omelettes but my veggie with avocado was so good I could not stop eating it. My husband's pancakes were huge and awesome, and we both loved the home fries. We did have to wait a little while but I wouldn't expect anything else on a weekend morning. The food seemed to taste even better after we saw the bill - $25 for the two of us, including tip. I can't wait to come back, and I'm really glad we got to know a little more about this neighborhood!
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Brent B.

great food, cheap prices, but wayyyyyy too long of a wait to get in on a weekend
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Lisa L.

What a wonderful place! Googled Sunday brunch places in or near Dorchester for my bday and came up with McKenna's review on Yelp. Checked out the menu, the prices, and the reviews, and they all seemed A+. And they were! Went this past Sunday at 10:15am, prepared for a 20 minute wait, after calling ahead to check, but didn't wait that long. They have an extensive breakfast and lunch menu - quite large for a restaurant their size, and the food was delicious. Really. Ordered the "McKenna" - 2 eggs, hash browns (great, not greasy), and hash (the best I've had in years), and a banana nut pancake on the side, after someone's review that it was really, really good (it was!). The servers were very helpful (okay, I got a little uncomfortable when the waitress kept touching my "guy"'s shoulder and arm, but relaxed when saw everyone did that to everyone), and attentive, and the food came out quickly. Very sweet people, very good food, and VERY reasonable prices, amazing so. And love that everyone's there - families with kids, couples, multi-generations, multi-racial, it was great. Loved the decor, makes you think of an old railway diner with old signs and all. Have told several friends about it and will definitely be going there again. Other pluses, they serve breakfast ALL day (5:30am-mid-afternoon), they do take-out, and if you travel by T - they're a block away from the Savin Hill T station. Enjoy!
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Marilyn T.

Good cure to a hangover in the Savin Hill area. There are healthy options available, and the menu is flexible. Interesting Irish breakfast choices are featured, which makes it more unique than other diners. There are some interesting coffees, too. Prices are reasonable, and food is pretty good, but it's a bit out of the way for us.
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Adam K.

So the food is good and there is a great selection... I'll give ya that. However, good food does not make up for the following: 1. After waiting 45 minutes, 2 parties that arrived after me were seated first. When I asked about it she said they called my name outside but didnt see me... I was sitting beside the door the entire time. 2. After taking out order (which the waitress said was the easiest order ever) we had to wait another 45 minutes for our food. During which no one came back to see if we needed more drinks, if we were ok, nothing. We had to do a little song and dance to get attention from the waitstaff.
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Jen H.

Super yummy breakfast/lunch. Decent sized menu to choose from. Depending on the time you go, you will prob have to wait in line, but they try to keep the line moving as fast as possible w/o rushing the tables. Def the place to go in Savin Hill after a night of drinking when you don't want to/can't make food yourself.... or if you're just being lazy and want to sit back, point, and have food arrive in front of your face, ready to devour.
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Mary N.

I love McKenna's. I used to go to school across the street as a child and I would get to go to McKenna's as a treat every so often. I used to get the Little Leaguer #2 growing up but ten years later, I get the Savin Hill Scrambler with French Toast and it's amazing. The prices are great and the food is to die for when you have a craving.
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Jess M.

When I eat here its great. But I never in my life waited so long for a to go coffee in my life. After being ignored at the register for about 4 minutes I only got service after waving one of two people behind the counter not serving food. 4 minutes is too long to wait for a server shooting the sh*t with customers. I find the waitstaff to be elitist. For waitstaff.
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g-pap ..

they tried staying open through the afternoon last year but that did not work. so be forewarned that they close at 3.30 pm. too bad because it would make a nice place for a just-got-off-the-T snack after work. the brunch-type food is pretty good. a 3-egg omlette stuffed extra-fat with cheese and whatever else, a good portion of corners-nicely-browned hash browns, sausage or bacon, and some substance called irish sausage that i cannot really figure out -- but it is filling. as noelle pointed out, you can't beat the early - bird special of 2 eggs, coffee, hash for 3.50$. and really, 8.30 is not all that early. so, do that. it is also a neighborhood joint with a very friendly feel, and always some tots in little-league uniforms when those things are in fashion/season. rumor (and a fading newpaper clipping) claim that this is marky mark's favorite brunch spot. i await my first sighting.
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Trisha M.

The food was great and the portions ample. However, it's very tight and loud. The tables are not completely washed of between patrons and my table had a soda bottle left on it from the last person. The place was packed and it took about ten minutes for the server to come over. My decaf coffee was burned. The food took about 15 minutes to come out. I wanted another drink but no one ever came back to check on us. I will get food there again but it will be take out. 2 coffee, 2 juices, 1 omelet, 1 pancake and home fries was $25.00.
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lance c.

I am from New Orleans and this place reminds me of the neighborhood cafe/diner which is very common in NOLA. Love the coffee, food and especially the people.
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Jamie M.

YUM. Tons of great breakfast and lunch options as well as flavored coffee and pastries. I really like that they have health conscious menu choices that are still appealing. I have enjoyed every meal I have had here.
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Colin M.

I have a long history with McKennas. I lived around the corner my first year in Boston and would nurse hangovers alone at the counter with one of their fine omelets. I loved this place, so much so that I began to bring friends/family here whenever they were in town. The food has always been delicious, but the management and waitstaff have grown progressively poorer. This is not a place to bring a group. The hostess struggles with the necessary spatial relations skills to realize that 4 people can be accommodated with two two-person tables adjacent to each other, not only one of the 3 booths in the place. As a result, a group can wait for upwards of 30 mins while smaller groups arriving later are accommodated. Woof. The food, as aforementioned, is delicious. Try to coffee cake, grilled with some butter on it. It'll change ya life. I always go with one of the million omelets they have. Always large portions at an affordable price. So, due to the sheer amt of times the food has been good it gets 4 stars. Dock one for having to wait unnecessarily if there are more than 2 people in your group.
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Lisa W.

I wavered between a 4- and 5-star rating here. I thought 4-star because the coffee wasn't as strong as I like it and there was no real maple syrup. But then the friendly service, the corned beef hash, and the sweet potato fries won me over. I'll just have to bring my own bottle of maple syrup when I return.
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Dk N.

I had oatmeal with fruit toppings, raisin toast, and french vanilla coffee. The bowl was huge w/ tons of fresh strawberries, bananas, and (canned ??) blueberries. It was good! This place tends to get crowded fast. The only reason i didn't give five stars is their front hostess, she's a little rude. Everything seemed to bother her, but our waitress was cool.
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Sarah O.

I have probably been here 50 times -the food is always great and the coffee is just as good. I also like the frozen lemonade. The portions are large and there is a huge selection of items on the menu. I don't think I've ever had a bad meal. My favorites are the breakfast sandwiches (yummy bagels), the power wrap, and the steak and cheese is to die for. Best of all it's SO inexpensive and all of the ladies that work there are very nice. It's a popular spot so there is usually a wait but it moves relatively quick for the most part. The only bad thing is that there is not much room to stand and wait and the takeout counter is right there, so it can get really packed.
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Kristin R.

I'm a local and have eaten here many times. Overall you'll get good service and very good food at great prices.Yeah sometimes they forget something, just remind them politely even if it's not your own server and they'll be happy to help you out. You'll likely have to wait for a table because its a popular spot and very small. Its a worthwhile place to visit and return. And if you're visiting Boston, its very close to the Savin Hill T stop,exit to the right and it's a few businesses down the street.
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Ken L.

I used to live across the street from this place, and miss it terribly. Great coffee, breakfast, etc. I moved a few yrs ago but I'm sure nothing's changed
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Kendra S.

Dottie moms, dads (and those from beyond), here's a kid-friendly idea you may not have yet considered. Take the T) to Savin Hill. Get out. Make a right. Sally forth on over-the-bridge (OTB to McKenna's. Have one of the U-17ers that are slamming this joint on a Sunday brunchin' morn hand you a take-out menu so you don't have to drag the stroller/overstimulated tot inside before necessary. Then stride on up to the counter and place your order for a strong(!) coffee and a delicious turkey wrap or yummy salad -- may I suggest the one w/ feta and cranberries -- and have yourself an enjoyable wait outside with ample people watching among the hoodies and other strollerpeeps. When (bing!) your take-out order is ready, bring the wee ones and a picnic blanket back OTB and make a right on Playstead St. Nicest park in America awaits you, I'm talking infant swings and a couple of jungle gyms with sport court beneath, a baseball diamond and a lovely walking path around Malibu Beach. A perfect day. #1 Parent in America = You.
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Tracey N.

Good luck getting a table at noon on a Sunday! But it's worth the wait. The McKenna's special is a tried-and-true fave, but I love the short stack of blueberry pancakes. If you stop in to get coffee in the morning, try & get there early enough for a donut. I don't know what bakery makes these little bits o'heaven, but they're moist, cakey with the right amount of toppings. The big-portioned sandwiches are also great at lunchtime. Also very kid friendly. Even though the waitstaff confusion is on the good side (they just want to help you), it's a wonderful, cozy breakfast spot.
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Tammi M.

One of the main reasons I miss living in Dot. Crowded with locals. You always run into someone you haven't seen in a while and then you get to eat a delicious breakfast.
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Allen Y.

Fuck this place. I sat down just after my friends ordered, and i ordered pancakes with fruit soon after, but they didn't come out until all of my friends finished their big breakfast plates. I didn't expect my pancakes to come out with my friend's food, but come on, the mix is already made, it doesn't take that long. at one point i saw my plate sitting in the kitchen waiting to be brought out, with the paper order ticket sitting on top of my food. The waitress was nice, but i specifically asked about the price of the pancakes with extras before ordering it, which said $4.99, but of course it was $6.99 on the check. It's only a $2 difference, but nowhere on the menu, near the item i ordered, did it say $6.99, or $1 or $2 extra for fruit. I was misled after specifically asking about the $4.99 price listed, and when i pointed it out to the waitress after, she wasn't understanding at all. the pancakes kinda sucked, and i can only blame myself for not sending them back and leaving without paying. They don't even have real maple syrup, just the corn syrup bullshit, in a bottle labelled maple syrup, at least the waitress admitted to that. I'm especially more disappointed because others told me how great a place it is, and they get a lot of business. who wants to pay for this kind of service? how could anyone be that psyched about a place with this standard of food? I feel bad that they've all been duped, and don't have a better restaurant choice nearby.
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Eli G.

Aside from drinking Bloody Marys in Miami, nothing beats a hangover quite like McKenna's. Always filled with Savin Hill locals, this spot has a community feel like no where else (and y'all know I love local community spots)! I usually go with the Irish Breakfast, but recently I've been getting breakfast sandwich's with egg, ham and cheese. These are special breakfast sandwich's because they use thick (almost like Canadian bacon) ham and you can get them on a BULKIE roll! It's a crazy idea, but oh so good. For extra taste sensation get tomatoes on the sandwich.
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Chuck T.

The family and I visit breakfast shops across the state. We love to go out for breakfast. Every place we find we say. "its not as good as Mckenna's" Or "it is close to Mckenna's". You need to go here for Breakfast. The Omelets are great. The pancakes are great. The waffles are great. The staff is even better than great! Go before 08:30 and get the special. SOme day I will go for lunch instead of breakfast because everyone says there salads and sandwiches are awesome. I also heard about the sweet potato fries. But for now I keep going for breakfast. Street parking Or 2 buildings away from Savin Hill T. (For the fans of the new kids I even hear the Kids stop by once in a while.
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Marina P.

just moved in close by so this place is easily becoming my favorite brunch location... great menu options and delicious food :)
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Alyssa R.

Great food, great service and a very convenient location. Wonderful neighborhood place for breakfast and lunch, or just a quick stop for coffee.
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kristin c.

Ok so I've lived in the neighborhood for 10 years. I've frequented Mckennas. Frankly I keep going back out of pure convenience (many times takeout or just coffee) The food is good, not great. The service is consistently terrible, often slow, inattentive, and just not friendly. I don't understand how the owner can let it go on. There is real potential for the place to be great.
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Laura L.

A good breakfast place! It was crowded, but the wait was not long. They had Irish bacon, which is a rare find. Enjoyed our meal and would return.
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Sebastian R.

Server was simply awesome. But the management was simply terrible. The manager told me that my food was "costing" her money because she had to replace it. Definitely won't be coming back. I suggest if you want good service you do not either.
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Naeemah S.

I wont lie I enjoyed the food but the service is poor. On my last and final visit to Mckenna's I was asked to leave right after I paid so that the waitress could seat the next party. My party of two was right in the middle of where the waitress wanted to seat a party of six. On my arrival to Mckenna's my party of 2 waited for a 1/2 hr on a saturday morning yet we were asked to leave so another party could sit. We were not lingering, we had only finished eating and paying moments prior to the request to leave and make room for the larger party. very disappointed...
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Rob C.

Like all good breakfast places, and a great many mediocre ones, McKenna's makes sure you earn your breakfast by virtue of being very popular. My favorite sister and i frequently meet up to go for a nice long run, then follow it with a nice long breakfast, lunch, or drinking binge. The symmetry of it is enjoyable. And so is the eating and the beer. At any rate, one morning we'd run by McKenna's, and decided that was the plan on the way back. Only to find that it was a lengthy wait, the small foyer teeming with hungry locals on a winter day. Too warm and sweaty to mingle inside and too cold to chill in shorts outside, we went across the street instead. But we vowed that we'd return. And so we planned, and we schemed. We'd get up at 7:30 in the morning, i said! We could run six miles and still be there early, she enthused! It was too perfect. There'd be coffee. And eggs. And bacon. And my brother-in-law would meet us there and laugh at our needless exercise whilst also enjoying the same delicious feast. So of course, we ran more like four crummy miles, and when we got there, there was still a bit of a wait, but nevertheless, we were seated pretty quickly by friendly people (who nevertheless keep a stern watch on an anxious line) who even got us a bigger table, maybe because two of us were sweaty (okay, not that sweaty). You're still sitting plenty close to people, and it's a friendly environment. At last there was coffee, quite decent, in big, large-diameter, cylindrical mugs with advertisements on the sides. A jar of sugar to pour in like i did in numerous crappy upstate New York diners in college. And then there were steak tips and eggs, which i was goaded into ordering, but was ever so glad i did. Cooked correctly medium-rare, no less, juicy and marinated and sharing yummy flavor generously with eggs and potatoes. It's the most expensive thing on the menu, but i didn't eat or need a proper meal for the rest of the day. Some breakfasts are worth the chase, you know?
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Chachi P.

Love going in and seeing the staff there. They're great. I order the Grampion Champion Omellette. It comes with peppers onions and ham in it but I add sausage and bacon in it. Comes with a side of home fries, your choice of bacon or sausage and a choice of toast. Also another great taste for coffee lovers is the snicker doodle iced coffee. Hoping they are open today with this terrible snow storm.
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Tricia A.

The food and coffee can't be beat. Most often the sassy woman behind the counter gives me as much attitude as I can handle, but it's all very endearing. I absolutely love this place.
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Matt V.

Horrible service. Continuiously messes up the order and/or brings an incomplete order to the table. Rude waitstaff that's undermanned. Foodwise, it's delicious, when it's correct. I won't be returning. You've lost another customer.
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Jonny G.

McKenna's is an amazing breakfast spot tucked away from the otherwise crowded breakfast scene of Boston. While this cafe is certainly no secret and you'll likely have to spend a good 20 minutes or so waiting to get a table, it's well worth it to get the best breakfast outside of the heart of the city. When it comes to the food, I've never heard any complaints. The pancakes are fluffy and have a unique, delicious flavor that I've not found anywhere else. The French toast is just the right kind of moist and once again has a great flavor. The eggs are nothing to write home about, but are certainly satisfactory, and if you get eggs you'll probably be getting a side of home fries, which are savory and delicious. The only thing I've ever ordered from there that I wasn't absolutely thrilled with was their steak tips, but the only issue was that they were a little overcooked (but still very tasty). The waitstaff is also great. They are professional, attentive, and charming. On a Sunday morning when the restaurant was particularly packed, the waitresses were able to give us all the attention we needed, refilling our pitcher of water before we even needed to ask, taking complicated orders, and checking up on us to make sure everything was up to snuff. And the prices are beyond reasonable. I've had breakfasts in Boston that were twice as pricey and half as delicious. My last meal at McKenna's came in at just around $12, and I had two eggs, a plate of home fries, and a short stack of pancakes. This is a place where you can eat like a prince for the prices of a pauper. I can't recommend McKenna's enough. If you don't mind the crowded restaurant and having to wait a while for your table and food, then you need to go to McKenna's.
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Omar R.

Pro's Food (Everything on the menu is great; some may be better than others but there is always something for everyone; please get the grilled coffee cake and frozen lemonade ice tea, or any of their flavored coffee) Customer Service (All waitresses are friendly; however sometimes one or two may come across as sarcastic but I can see that it maybe connected to the stress of waiting several tables and the wait) Con's Space (This is a very spacious small place. Can fit about 40 people (roughly) Wait list (When you enter, you must sign the sheet in order to be seated, sometimes the wait can go from 5 minutes up to an hour, depending on the crowd (Sundays from 9-11am are the busiest) Time/Hours (As most breakfast cafe/diners, they open early and close early)
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Kacie M.

There is probably little I could say about McKenna's that hasn't already been said in the previous 100+ reviews. The food is amazing breakfast food and the portions are great. I ordered the chocolate chip pancakes and a side of bacon and the pancakes were, no joke, the size of my head. For someone who can normally get through about two normal sized pancakes before starting to get full, I was more than satisfied. Best diner breakfast in Boston, hands down. We did not have any problems with the service. I wish I could come here more since it's pretty close to home, but unfortunately the wait times on weekends are insane and when I want my breakfast, I want it now. The one time I was able to take an out of town friend for breakfast, it was a Friday morning and there was no wait. And we met an adorable dog outside, so it was pretty good morning!
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Hilary B.

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Tanya Y.

If someone were to ask me: "Where is the best place to grab a bite to eat for breakfast in Boston?" McKenna's is the first thing that pops into my mind. It has a homey feel to it, it's packed all the time with happy customers eager to eat, and everyone here always seems to be in a good mood, which puts me into a good mood too. McKennas always helps me start the day out right. The omelettes are enormous, and always come with yummy home fries and your choice of toast. Try the Killer Cajun Chicken one, it's delish! The entire menu is available to order off of (even breakfast!) is available all day until closing [which is at 4pm, boooo, wish it were open later!] and everything is always cooked to order and in just the right way. Their french toast with fresh fruit [blueberries, bananas, strawberries] is also amazing. Egg Sandwhiches? Amazing. Snickerdoodle Iced Coffee? Amazing. See a common theme here? There's a $10 minimum spending limit in order to use credit cards, and parking available on the street. In summation? MCKENNA'S IS AMAZING! Stop reading endless amazing reviews and get over there already! =]
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Alison F.

This is my local diner since I live in Savin Hill. I've been to McKenna's a good ten or more times and I've never had a bad meal. I've only ever had breakfast there so I can't speak to the lunch menu, but the pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, etc., has always been good. My SO usually gets the crab cakes Benedict and he loves it. I love that they serve breakfast all day. Also if you order an Arnold Palmer they give it to you frozen(!) in a to-go cup, which my SO and I love. It is definitely big with the locals. Parking can be a challenge due to Savin Hill's many one-way streets. Street parking only. Walking there isn't bad; it's a cute and safe neighborhood. Why not 5 stars? Well, there is always a wait. The service is habitually slow and often inattentive. I've never had someone be rude to me outright but I have had to wait 30+ minutes for food at times. I have found the service to be a lot faster when you sit at the counter. But generally if you are in a hurry this is not the diner you want to go to. Expect a bit of a wait if you go between 9 and 12, even on weekdays. Overall I'm a fan of McKenna's. I even took my mom when she was in town. I'd recommend it to anyone as long as you're not having a busy day, due to the wait.
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Molly K.

Great breakfast, great lunch, and okay service. The diner atmosphere is great, but I often get takeout since it's just about always crowded. I've never had a bad meal here, which keeps me coming back! Their extensive menu is a huge plus, since both breakfast and lunch are offered all day. I don't have any major complaints about the service, since the popularity of this little spot means you expect to wait a little longer, but a lot of the staff just isn't very friendly. I wouldn't say they're rude, but I guess I expect a cute and trendy shop like this to have more personable staff than they do.
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Dan G.

Very cozy place in Dorchester. Parking, as usual, sucks. The food was delicious, the wait wasn't as bad as it looked and the wait staff were attentive and friendly.
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Jaala D.

Breakfast and lunch is fabulous!
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Stella P.

Mckenna's iced coffee tastes like heaven in a cup. Seriously it is the best coffee in Boston. I used to live right between JFK and Savin Hill and would choose to take the walk to the farther T stop just so I could get Mckenna's on my way into the city. Their breakfast is also fantastic. I would get breakfast no matter what time of day it is. They have hands down best pancakes I have ever had, amazing omelets, and if you get there early a filling and super affordable early bird special. The staff is also super nice and attentive and the restaurant has a very homey feel. I would be comfortable walking in in sweatpants and a t-shirt. I have never had a bad breakfast at Mckennas and would recommend it to anyone.
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Cacilda T.

I've been to this place a few times and the service has never been stellar, but this time it was quite horrific. There were many empty tables, but I still followed their protocol and wrote my name on the pad. I waited about 5 mins and no one came over, so then I stood up, no one acknowledged me, so I finally decide to sit at a table. After no one paid any attention to me for a few minutes, I went over to the huddled waitresses and asked for a menu and some service. The waitress walked by me several times before even asking to take my order and as she walked back and forth she checked on the tables around me, but not me. The only bright side (if there was one) was that it seemed everyone was having the same experience that day. One guy had to hunt down a waitress for a check. The ladies at the booth next to me complained about the same horrible service. The food is good and cheap, but not enough for me to return. Ever.
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Adrienne T.

Ick! The food was nothing spectacular, I asked for scrambled eggs with cheese, they came out with no cheese, homefries were basic, sausage was burnt, and service (short haired server behind counter) was sullen (unless she knew you). This was my first visit, and it was definitely my last. Not sure what others are raving about, perhaps they just haven't had a REAL down home breakfast like the ones you get at Ashley's or Ma & Pa Cafe (both also in Dorchester).
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Olivia M.

Love McKenna's...been coming here for the past couple years and I enjoy the food every time. I must say that going to McKenna's on a Saturday is really not the best thing in the world. The place is small so it can't fit that many people and there are literally lines out the door. But if you can, go there during the week, their chocolate chip pancakes are the best and so is their breakfast. Definitely a loyal customer.
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Yuko A.

First off, you must go early because they only had a couple of waitresses and it gets CROWDED! I had a veggie omelete which was nothing over the top. It was filled with veggies, and came with a side of toast and potatoes. The potatoes were good, not too crispy and not too oily and seasoned well. My boyfriend got the pancakes. He got a full stack and got three pancakes. Beware, unless you are really hungry there is no way you will be able to eat them all cause they were big pancakes. They were yummy, he could not stop raving about them and they were only 4.99 which is a great deal. Next time I definitely need to try to corned beef hash.
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Earl C.

Awww, I miss my Savin neighborhood. This place is awesome. Great customer service and the food is amazing as well. Every time I walked to Savin station I pass by this place. The place is always packed with with trying to get seated and I can definitely see why they would stand in line. The food is great and the people are just way nice! It's a neighborhood favorite. I wish I'd come here more often... Maybe next time. Keep up the good work guys!
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Rachel O.

Went early Sunday Morning-so no wait. We waited about a half hour for our breakfast of French toast and Eggs/Sausage. Other customers that were seated after us received their breakfast first so I asked a waitress (not ours she now seemed to be on counter) about our food. We finally got our food and it was barely warm. I wanted to send it back but my BF was starving so we ate some and left. Also, have never been to breakfast place that does not come around with coffee refills. Everything was terrible - food and staff. It was the worst breakfast experience I have every had & I cannot believe how terrible and uninterested the staff was. Would never recommend this place to anyone.
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Michelle C.

Long wait time, poor customer service, the food wasn't great (I wondered if that was really corned beef in my corned beef hash and wondered why the potatoes were so burned). I won't be back.
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marianne m.

Service was terrible! We went on a Saturday afternoon and sat at the bar. Eggs were dry because clearly the grill was up too high, not that we could tell anyone or complain because no one even came over after we got our food to ask how it was. Never asked if we wanted a refill of coffee or anything. Once the waitstaff was done socializing she came and dropped the check, never even asking how our meal was. Being in the restaurant business, we were appalled. Worst service I've had in a while & I won't ever go back!
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Sue H.

What can I really say about McKenna's that hasn't already been said? Yes, their food is awesome. Yes, their menu is huge. Yes, they've only got decent service... Yes, McKenna's is as good as it gets when it comes to breakfast/lunch in Boston. I'm getting way too excited and hungry just thinking about how freakin' delicious their food is. My biggest piece of advice to you is this: if you're coming by for breakfast, remember to always ask for your home fries with onions. I honestly don't even like home fries and I'm not a huge fan of onions, but if I'm at McKenna's, you know for damn sure I'll be getting 'em both because they're just that good together. There must be like some sort of voodoo magic sprinkled in there or something because I'm obsessed. They've also got the best corned beef hash around hands down, which I highly recommend trying! Their bacon is always perfectly crispy too. Oh, and their coffee is quality stuff... God, I just love their entire breakfast menu! I could ramble on and on about it forever. I'm so lucky to live close by because I don't think I could live without McKenna's being a 15 minute walk away (a little dramatic...) Last thing I'm gonna say is this: if you're on a diet, stay away from McKenna's! And here is why: 1. They will make you break your diet. 2. Everything is smothered in butter and covered in delicious grease, which will make you break your diet. Hey, why else do you think their food taste so good?
(5)
Mike M.

So I've lived down the street from this place for the past 2 years. I've been going there frequently for coffee and infrequently for breakfast. I'll cut to the chase. The food is decent at best and is basically greasy bland breakfast food. The service is mediocre. They do have a variety of food but when it comes to the standards like a breakfast sandwich, it is nothing to write home about. Today I got two banana hazelnut iced coffee's (which I get often) and it only took one sip to realize that it wasn't up to par. It had a bad aftertaste and we guessed it to be old coffee or bad milk. I went back to Mckenna's with the two coffees and asked for my money back. The girl behind the counter told me that they already rang it in and couldn't do anything about it. I was told that if I came back later they'd make them again. Very disappointed in the service. In my opinion, if a customer brings back a food product that it is not consumed, because of quality, they should not have to pay for it.
(2)
Meghan R.

Roll out of bed and over to McKenna's for a classic diner-style breakfast just by the Savin Hill T stop. Pancakes are amazing, omelettes delicious, but remember you're working with a basic, no-frills brunch. If you want mimosas and fruit bowls, head across the street the also-delicious Savin Bar & Kitchen brunch on weekends. Know that McKenna's fills up quickly after 10am so be prepared to hang around for 15-30 minutes during busy spells. Or get it to go, with a tasty flavored iced coffee, and head over to the beach and eat with a view. A neighborhood spot that reminds me why I love this area so much. Yum.
(4)
Christina P.

Don't get me wrong, the food is decent but their service is HORRIBLE!!! It isn't worth it to go. Every server has an attitude like you are inconveniencing them by being there. And don't even bother trying to call and place an order for pick-up. Their phone is constantly off the hook...on purpose. Or, you wait for 10 minutes on hold while you hear them talking. One time picking up (because eating there and enduring the horrible service for more than 5 mins. is too much,) I watched the server tell another customer that she ordered wrong when the customer told her she had food allergies that could put her in the hospital and her food came out with the allergen. Seriously?!?! A cop came in when I was trying to get my coffee and complained about the phone being off the hook. A server said she would put a rush on his order. Forget all the other people waiting including 2 servicemen in uniform who had been there for over a 1/2 hour waiting for a table! Don't bother. You'll eat but be in a bad mood afterward. I really wish it would either get bought by someone who would run it better or there was another breakfast place in my neighborhood. The people who work here have either a.) no idea what they are doing and/or b.) could give a shit. Probably both.
(1)
Cec D.

Fantastic breakfast place! They have a great menu, reasonable prices and solid service. They have seats at the counter for those of us that fly solo and want to lounge over coffee and the paper. Been thinking about their homefries and oatmeal crusted french toast all week, can't wait to go back!
(4)
Lisa A.

For the price and the portions... This place is alright. Some of the food is fantastic (the French toast w bananas) and some is ok (egg white omelet) but on the whole it is a decent place that is clean and concerned about the customers. A great place for brunch but can get very busy. You can also call an order for pick up and run in to grab it in your PJs.
(4)
Pura V.

Listen, I don't know the floor service since I usually come alone on a busy Sunday to read and eat at the counter, so I can't say much to those who don't like it. But I saw a couple reviews on the counter service... Lemme tell you, McKenna is the daughter of the owners, and they named the place for her, their only child. She's really sweet, and does a great job considering she's a young girl in charge of her parents' place while they leave the whole place to her. Pretty impressive if you ask me. I like to sit in one of the corners so no one jostles into me when passing, and I like talking to the waitstaff while they take mini breaks in between tables. Food recommendations: Omelette! Any kind is great, but I like "The works". I've got a 5'11" frame, But I still can't polish it off, but it's one of those meals that I wish I still had room in my stomach to finish cus it's so damn good. I keep hearing about their pancakes, but I can't resist getting my usual. Bottom line: It's a great local joint, with great breakfast selections
(5)
Tom K.

So sad to do this, but I'm knocking a star off. I've been coming here since circa 2006. And I'm still drawn to the delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and fun servers. So what's changed? Well maybe I've gotten older and crankier. But maybe not. It really boils down to two problems. 1. The butter. Its delicious, but there is so. much. butter. everywhere. Seriously. Maybe this is why I feel like everything they serve is soooo good, but at the same time its slowly killing me. Probably literally and figuratively. Its just too much, I can't handle it anymore. 2. Inattentiveness. Seriously, I love the staff here. I've been here so often, I know pretty much everyone that works here and they know me by name too. But it seems everytime I'm in here there's a line out the door but I still end up sitting around with dirty plates just waiting for the check trying to leave. There should be more attention paid here or a better system. Maybe drop off the check with the food? Pay at the counter on your way out? I don't know. But its annoying. All that said, its probably still worth reading my original review. This place is still great, still delicious, and still somewhere where you'll find me regularly on the weekends. I just don't think it merits the 5-star anymore.
(4)
Penny R.

The.Best.Pancakes.Ever!! Very friendly staff
(5)
Kim K.

I was going to write a review drooling over the delicious food, praising the excellent wait staff, and fawning over the cheap prices but let's leave my review at this: Fresh Brewed Iced Tea sweetened with Frozen Lemonade. Get your ass to McKenna's and get one. I had 3 in one day. $2.50 for a large. It will change your life. See picture!
(5)
Patricia M.

This place is great!!! The staff is so adorable & so family friendly/ oriented. It's dirt cheap & the food is BOMB. com. Coming to this is now gonna be my weekly Sunday routine, I LOVE IT & highly recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy a great breakfast
(5)
Nicole C.

McKenna's is the best breakfast/brunch joint I know of. We've always had to wait for a table when we go 12-2 on Saturdays. Later isn't as bad, 5-10 minute wait. Write your name on the list for a table or else you'll be waiting around like a moron not knowing why everyone but you is being seated. The menu is extensive and I've been pleased with everything I've ordered. First time I had the pastrami sandwich, which was delicious and stuffed with a ridiculous amount of meat. The potato salad left something to be desired, as all potato salad in New England does, but the sweet potato fries were AMAZING. If only they had a nice dill-ranch sauce to go with them... (what is this, the Ritz?!) For breakfast I opt for the omelettes. They have a lot of interesting creations to choose from. My favorite so far has been the Californian -- naturally, as I am a native Californian and avocado addict. The Swiss cheese is a delicate flavor that perfectly complements the avocado. The Killer Cajun intrigued me (chicken in an omelette?) and the waitress said it was popular, so I gave it a try. I think they forgot to put the Santa Fe dressing on it, which might have helped. The meat was dry and the flavor was blander than anticipated. The portions are huge, food is excellent, prices are dirt cheap, and decor is adorable and reminiscent of the 1950s. BUT, my main complaints are the claustrophobic accommodations, spotty service (I want 14 cups of your delicious coffee, dammit), and the fact that the food never seems to come out hot. As for the first, what can ya do? Maybe someday they'll buy out that real estate place next door and expand. As for the second, they're busy as hell and I forgive them. And as for the third, I think they could do better, even if they are swamped. Thank you McKenna's for the delicious start to my weekends! You are a gem.
(5)
Moose L.

I love this place for brunch. The set up inside is homey, the food is delicious, the prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge. The staff is friendly but at times they so busy that you may need to be a little patient. The only reason that I'm not there as much as I would like to is due to the wait to get a table/bar space. I guess that's a great problem to have for McKenna's but I don't want to wait 20mins outside for brunch when I can go down the street to Harp & Bard or across the street to Savin Hill Kitchen. If you don't mind the wait, it's probably the best place to go to brunch in the area. My go-to is their Eggs Benedict or Florentine. Their omelets are huge and tasty as well. Their ice coffees are great, they remind me of a good Dunks Large Ice Coffee. Go early and enjoy!
(4)
Johanna G.

We get breakfast to go from here all the time. Never disappointed. The food is always cooked to perfection, The pancakes are especially tasty and are served with a powered sugar, A Savin Hill landmark and a MUST if in the neighborhood. Service with a smile makes it even better.
(5)
Mel A.

Came here on a saturday morning, waited an hr to be seated. We placed our orders 10 mins after we sat down. 20mins later, the waitress came back saying they do not have vegie burgers, they couldn't tell us earlier. We had to wait about 40 mins before our food came out. The food is not bad, but the service is very poor. The staffs are rude and they automatically added 18% tips on our check. I will not be going back, there are definitely better diners and breakfast places in boston.
(1)
Kelly C.

I really enjoyed McKenna's. I had never really been to this area and I thought it was so nice. We went on a Sunday and literally the place was packed. We waited quite a while to be seated but I find that to be expected when you go out to breakfast. The menu was large and the food was delicious. We will definitely be going back. The only negatives that I can think of: You don't give your name to a hostess, you write your name on a clip board. If it is your first time there, there really is no way to know this. Also the waiting area is really small and can get really cold with the door opening and closing. not much that can be done with this though because of the layout of the restaurant.
(4)
Sarah Z.

My sister lives in the Area, and I wanted a quick yummy breakfast to have before my journey back to NYC, and this place fit the bill! We pulled in, parked on the street and walked in to a charming little cafe on the corner. Coming from NYC, my expectations were not high but let me tell you this is a great little spot, the food is excellent not to mention big portions. The service is a little spotty depending who you get, but we were lucky and had very attentive service ( we had multiple girls who helped us) so attentive that I was in and out in 20 mins. We also beat the crowd by getting there at 9am. Mind you I had a 10am bus to catch at south station. I can't say if it was because of my out of town look, I'm not going to lie I did look out of place with my thigh high boots, leather jacket and black clutch! Hey, I didn't pack much...we got our coffee way ahead of the family sitting next to us, which I noticed did not even get their order In. We had the French toast, hazelnut coffee yum! And the Corned beef hash, eggs and home fries w toast, they don't skimp on butter either and I was ok with that. Really tasty food and you can't beat their prices. I like that they had a coffee bar and take out section good for on the go ordering...TIP- put your name on that list yourself so the hostesses can just look, cross you out and seat you.
(5)
Katia M.

I've only been once, but I will definitely be going again and again. I came with my dad early one Saturday only to find that it was pretty packed. We only had to wait about fifteen minutes, which Dad grumbled about a little, but once we got in and seated, and I got coffee, he perked up. My veggie omelet and the home fries were awesome. As Dad put it, "That really hit the spot." We were very happy campers. Anyway, I have to return because the pancakes looked delicious!
(4)
Devon A.

i love mckenna's!!!! cheap!! good quality breakfast food!!! way better than ihop!!! can you tell i'm excited!? if you can then tell good because i am!! lol but seriously this place is a gem! i have been to several gems and i'm glad this is one of them. french toast is heavenly!
(5)
Jordan L.

The only negative here is that I could eat here daily... And am often guilty of at least one of their fantastic ice teas or ice coffees! The pancakes & french toast are where it's at. If your in on a friday, they have fresh fish as well! Don't be afraid to venture on to the rest of the menu- I have liked everything I have ordered! I just happen to love breakfast food anytime (which they happily do) The girls there are great! So personable they seem to know every face walking in the door. Gives the cozy cafe even more of a comforting feel :)
(5)
Chico N.

I always heard about McKenna's from friends saying its the best breakfast around the area. I have to agree, very huge portion of food. I been ordering take out for the past two Sundays from here and I really enjoy it. I see why its always busy on the weekends!!! Tasty breakfast here yelpers!!!
(5)
Selena T.

Positives: Food, prices Negatives: Service, cleanliness of utensils Yesterday was my first time going to McKenna's. They were having a really busy day because there was a line of people waiting to be seated. They had people "sign in" on a pad of paper with how many people were in their party. Here's where things went wrong. Instead of following the order of the list, seating those who have been waiting longer, they skipped around the list. It was very frustrating because my party has been waiting for over half an hour and someone would walk in with the same amount of people, wait for 5 minutes and be seated. The other people who have been waiting for half an hour to be seated but have been skipped also got mad. Finally, someone called the manager. The manager apologized, saying SHE DID NOT SEE THE NAMES AT THE TOP OF THE LIST. I don't know what kind of excuse is that, because the names were listed in order and everyone they seated someone, they crossed their name off. So wouldn't they be able to tell all the names they crossed off were in the middle of the list or towards the end? Eventually, half the people who have been waiting started to leave. I had to ask the waitress myself if I could be seated next after half an hour. The food came out great, I had the McKenna's special which had a huge portion. Their pancakes are gigantic as well. My spoon was still dirty when it was given to me, so was my sister's knife and my brother's fork. I had to ask the waitress 5 times through out the meal for pepper. Finally, she came to me after 20 minutes into my meal asking "what did you want again?" The food was great but the service was so horrible, I'm still debating whether or not the food was still worth it.
(3)
Van M.

I have eaten at this location twice both times the food was excellent. The service however was only 1 star ... Unfortunately I will never go back after today ... I am African American & I felt today the bad service was directly towards myself and my boyfriend today...when I stepped in the restaurant their was only 4 couples this morning inside this small location.. We were seated and given menus and then was never attended to after sitting their for 10-15 mins... . Just when we were about to leave another couple of another race walked in and was immediately attended too ..asked if they wanted tea or coffee with no hesitation.. Did not wait a second for service.. Immediately my boyfriend & I got up to leave ...I wanted to speak w/ a manager but I was very disgusted .& just ready to leave.. However on the other hand my boyfriend wasn't .. He asked to speak w/a manager who approached him w/ the waitress .. The explanation he received was .( she didnt see us sitting practically in the middle of the floor of this small uncrowded establishment .. 8:30am.. The manager walked away before resolving the situation as the waitress continued to tell him that she was cleaning something behind the bar.. This place does not deserve my hard earned money !!! After speaking w/ some friends they experience bad service as well ..
(3)
Julia C.

This would be a solid 5 stars - if not for the mismanagement of tables being bussed and the "meh" service. The food is worth waiting for - but you'll notice that the tables sit around for 10-15 minutes once empty (even with a huge waiting list) and the hostess is abysmal at her tasks. Also, I ordered pancakes with 2 ingredients in them -- and the waitress brings out the pancakes with only 1 of them (20 minutes after ordering) and just tells me they were out of x, and quickly leaves. Please McKenna's - fix your management and waitstaff - you'll make more money and everyone will be happier!
(4)
Jessica D.

The food is good, but would be better if they could get your order correct. There is always a very long wait at McKenna's, so my hubby and I get take out. I'm afraid we won't be doing that any longer. You see, we've found that the cooks don't bother to read the order slip. My husband's request is simple.....a bacon and egg sandwitch (NO CHESE). On four separate occations he has received a sandwitch with cheese on it. It might seem petty to complain about cheese, but what good is a restraunt where you have pay for something you didn't order? Yesteray was the last straw. We placed our order and as we were driving away, we noticed that his sandwich again had cheese. Upon returning to have it fixed, the counter staff was not friendly at all. The least they could do was say I'm sorry. But no. Nothing. One counter girl had a quick chat with another counter girl, they both chuckled a little and then went aobut fixing the problem. I like good food, but even more than I like good food, I like good service. I can not stand behind the service at McKenna's.
(2)
Aboud Y.

Pain..gut busting pain. That's what I get for eating so much food. Its easy to do at McKenna's...they have so many awesome menu items to choose from and dish out generous portions at very reasonable prices. I also really like the decor and atmosphere. I will venture out to Dot for breakfast again!
(4)
Jessica S.

Came here today for lunch with a friend. We shared a corned beef sandwich with swiss cheese and coleslaw on a bulky roll, and a side of potato salad. We get the sandwich and the coleslaw is on the side, not on the sandwich, and no potato salad. We explained it and the girl seemed confused by this somewhow. She said sometimes the cole slaw comes on the side and she has seen it like that before. huh?? No it comes on it just like at other places that have this exact same thing and it's on your menu, and our side was potato salad. We talked to someone else and they took care of it. It's not rocket science people. I've been here a few times and as usual the food is good and the service is spotty. The space is cramped so you are practically on top of other people if you are sitting in the middle, which we were. I am very picky about potato salad and it was actually really good. Cole slaw was ok. very good sandwich. They use styrofoam for their takeout containers, not cool.
(3)
Louis C.

McKenna's has amazing breakfast food. Kelly and I went a couple weekends ago for a late breakfast and everything was delicious. Kelly got a breakfast sandwich and a side of pancakes and I ended up getting the McKenna's Special (2 eggs scrambled, cornbeef hash, bacon, homefries, and toast) and a side of French Toast. The portions were good for the price, I couldn't even finish mine. There was a wait, about 20 minutes and the waiting area did get a little cramped but Kelly and I just played a game of UNO on my iPhone to past the time. McKenna's itself was very cute, with a bar countertop and blackboard behind the bar listing menu items and specials.
(4)
Allison S.

McKenna's is a small cafe that's consistently packed. Whether you're waiting to eat at a table, actually eating at a table, waiting for take out, trying to call for take out or just hanging around outside....I've never seen a lack of activity there! Rightly so - they have breakfast and lunch, both of which are pretty decent. When I worked around the corner, their chicken and rice soup was a frequent lunch staple. It was potatoes in it, comes with toast and the price can't be beat. The chefs don't skimp on the meat in sandwiches and they usually come with a side of potato salad. I've also had a few of their breakfast sandwiches and they're not too shabby either. Word to the wise: if you just want a quick bite to eat, definitely call ahead! I would say that lunch time during the week is their busiest time besides Sunday brunch. And if you're calling around 12:30 or 1pm, be patient! They tend to leave their phone off the hook on purpose (which is why I docked them a star).
(3)
Chelsea W.

Went to McKenna's for lunch today around 1:00pm and was absolutely thrilled. I was a little hesitant based on all the reviews about poor service, but we had a great experience. We were seated right away and the servers were very sweet and helpful. The menu was extensive with many breakfast (served all day) and lunch items. We had a hard time deciding because everything sounded so good! We ended up ordering lunch items (turkey stuffer sandwich, grilled cheese and a chicken wrap) and everything was delicious. I also had the banana hazelnut iced coffee (i couldn't pass it up after all the reviews) and it did not disappoint. Perfectly smooth and tasty, I'm still thinking about it an hour later! So glad McKenna's is right around the corner from work. We will definitely be coming back!
(5)
Joanna F.

4.5 stars. This place is AWESOME. There was about a 45 minute wait yesterday at noon. We got seated and were waited on very efficiently. I ordered an iced coffee. It came out a lot lighter than I would have liked and I felt bad asking the waitress to remake it, but she was insanely sweet about it and didn't make me feel bad for asking. Onto the food. I had originally ordered the Salmon and Bagel plate, but unfortunately, they were out of lox. I opted for the Greek Fetish omelet. The omelet was huge and had roasted red peppers, onions, black olives, and a lot of feta cheese. It was really good. It came with home fries and an english muffin for under 7 dollars. What a deal! Everyone at my table loved their meal. I tasted my boyfriend's breakfast burrito. It had cheese, eggs and steak tips. The steak tips were amazing (some of the best I've ever tasted). The atmosphere reminded me of a less modern Mike's Diner (which I was a loyal customer of for several years). The atmosphere was very family friendly and had a lot of "townie" charm. I will definitely be back any chance I get.
(4)
Carmel N.

The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because I waited 10 min on the phone to place an order phone orders are just as important as walk ins and even after waiting all that time I still had to come into the store to place my order so yea I'm not happy they should have someone just to take phone orders other than that the food is always good
(4)
Bryn B.

Oh McKenna's. I have mixed feelings about this breakfast joint. The food is unsurpassed - absolutely delicious. There's nothing negative I can say about the food. The service, however, leaves much to be desired. Most of the waitresses I've had here have been extremely unpleasant. On one occasion, I was with a friend getting a hearty hangover breakfast, you know the kind. Our waitress "greeted" us at the door by trying to push us towards the bar, which was crowded, because she only had a four top. After she reluctantly cleared the table for us, we witnessed her try to get another guy to sit at the bar. This poor guy just wanted a table, big mistake. She told the guy that she didn't want to seat him at a two person table and asked if he could go "find a friend." It was a David After Dentist "is this real life?" moment. And yes, this is real life. If you can get passed the ogre at the door, you'll definitely enjoy the food, which always comes out hot and in a good amount of time. Be aware the the portions are pretty generous so don't over-order. And as much as I just bitched about the service, I still come here for breakfast (the food is THAT good). Besides, collectively, it's quite an experience.
(4)
Amber B.

Just went there this morning to pick up some iced coffees for me and a friend. Great food, great service, great coffee... Which is a must. (Iced Banana Hazelnut... What? So good) And the choc chip pancakes. Yeah. I always thought a pancake was a pancake, until I had one of those. Must try. Been there a few times now for breakfast and every time has been great. Highly recommended by a friend, and now I'm passing the recommendation onto you. :)
(5)
Gina-Marie M.

Handsdown my favorite place to get steak and eggs in the area! My eggs are normal cooked as ordered and the steak is so delicious. Unfortunately we almost always get takeout due to bad service. Services is slow and staff can be rude. We would order from here more often but they take their phone off the hook so it's impossible to order takeout. Star off for messed up phones Star off for service Foods awesome though, give it a try if you can get ahold of them!
(3)
Jolie R.

Delicious, good service, good food, good energy! Great local spot. Generous portions!
(4)
Dan R.

McKenna's is great. This review is from a food service professional. There's always a wait during main breakfast and lunch times. Obviously doing something right. If you don't like to wait, plan on coming in during off hours or go somewhere else! Maybe have a snack before you come so you aren't hangry. Food is great, portions are awesome. Atmosphere is local and chill (I always come during off hours) Miserable staff? Have you ever worked in a restaurant? It's not easy, and I can't imagine a place like this is super fun. For them to make money, they need to hustle and take care of lots of people at once because of the affordable prices. Be patient, and if you need something, ask when you order, not when they drop your food at the table. Running around your server for extra sauces, then asking for more coffee when they come back with the sauce, and then for an extra napkin when they bring the coffee, isn't going to make you a friend. I enjoy the service here. If you want the same bubbly, engaging service you get at your favorite trendy gastro-pub, think about what your checks are there and how much more you're paying for the service
(4)
Ivy P.

We used to come here a lot. Food is well cooked and tasty and it WAS always worth the wait. Last Saturday though was unacceptable. It is clear that they are short staffed, and we were patient but the servers were straight up in a bad mood and would like to take it on us. We tried to call for assistance for water and nobody came. I had to go to the bar and ask for them myself. We also asked for some butter, which usually came with the order of pancakes, but not this time. LOL the lady literally turned her head, mumbled something and ignored us. This was on top of our orders that took forever for them to take and serve. My coffee was not refilled AT ALL, no offers to refill whatsover. I would have been fine asking for it but with what happened with the water we asked for, it is not worth the stress. NEVER COMING BACK. Kind of sad. I really love the banana flavored coffee. But I don't think I should just accept to be treated like that, especially when I am paying!
(1)
Erica L.

Small but good breakfast spot. Was visiting in roxbury and was recommended to try this place and glad we did. Great iced coffee. Large portions, prices were cheap, some items expensive such as steak an eggs but overall worth it. Would visit again !
(4)
C.C. H.

This cafe is finely balanced on the line between cute and working-class and conveniently located two doors down from the Savin Hill-Red Line station. I met someone for breakfast there and got an iced coffee while waiting for her per the recommendation of Yelpers. The iced coffee was good but not as strong as I like it. The Irish Roll was excellent with generous layers of sausage, bacon, and black pudding with a tender fried egg and a slice of cheese to hold it all together in between a long crusty roll. My only regret is that I am not in this neighborhood often!
(4)
Jamie S.

The best part about the Savin Hill area is McKennas. It's coffee is legend, the staff is friendly, and you will always walk out satisfied. My personal favorite is coming here for waffles and getting their Vermont syrup when it's in season. The waffles melt in your mouth and there's nothing better than real maple syrup. The only downside is if you get there after 9am on most days you can expect a wait, even for take out. Expect a 45 min to hour wait around 10 am on a Saturday or Sunday, so I recommend getting there early to avoid that. I've been here many times and will always be back!
(4)
Jenn S.

Pretty solid for a breakfast spot. A wait for a table is always a thing here so just be prepared. I would probably not show up with more than 5 people. The staff is down to business and not overly friendly but I did not have a problem with that because I wanted food so bad. Here is what the table ordered: Pancakes - by far my favorite they were perfectly cooked French Toast - not the best we ever had but a good thing to order if you are looking for something sweet Salmon Benedict - The hollandaise was really goopy and salty and the salmon was dried out but I still ate it. I would probably just order the pancakes. Also as others have noted we were charged a gratuity which I thought was really weird since we didn't have a big party. Not sure what that was all about????
(3)
My T.

This review is mainly for customer service. Worst customer service, I'd honestly recommend you go with someone who's been here before. I don't want to say that the servers/host were being rude but they were defiantly giving a lot of sass. Always getting the veggie omelets which never upsets!
(3)
Gisele M.

My daughter decided to take me here during the week on our day off. She highly recommended it. She was right. The place was packed on a Wednesday morning around 9 AM. We were seated right away. The coffee was delicious. She got pancakes which were delicous and I got the french toast. If you like french toast, I highly recommend getting it. It was crispy on the outside, buttered with cinnamon and sugar. I also got the corn beef hash. They make delicious corn beef hash. I can't wait to go back to McKenna's but I know a Saturday morning would be insane!
(5)
Kar I.

1st Negative Review that I have ever written. Do NOT go if you are by yourself! Such poor Customer Service that I never got seated so no chance to try the food. They cater to 3-4 person for their 4 person tables. Upon entering, I said I needed a table, not the high stool at the counter due to a medical condition. After an extended wait I was told I could be seated-AT THE COUNTER!! Seats had been open there since I entered. If that was what I wanted; I would have already been seated there. She said I had to wait longer for a particular table where 2 persons were just being served their food! WHAT?? She even asked them if they were almost finished while they were eating!?!? Oh my! During the entire time that I was there; they had 3 of the 4 person tables open continuously. No one was waiting for them. The heavy greasy odor in the air was becoming stronger. I continued to wait. 3 hostesses/servers (1 of which had already tried to seat me at the counter) came to check the sign-in list. She called my name for the COUNTER, again!! After all this wait I knew with so many other great restaurant options that it was time to leave. My dining experience ELSEWHERE was fantastic. I told them since it was such a problem seating potential customers; I would go elsewhere!
(1)
Jeremy S.

Food was good, service was terrible. I'm torn between two and three stars since I think this place deserves 2.5. Since most of our party were satisfied most of the time, I'm going with 3. We must have had every server in the place come up to our table at least once, and not more than once. I prefer to have one server throughout, but if it adds to the quality of service overall, I don't mind shared tables. Unfortunately, my fiancee was having normal coffee and they never once offered to top it off, they picked up the check with tip before we left the table, and the server who took our order was easily confused and never returned. The food was good, but it's breakfast and isn't exactly difficult. As a man who can't cook, when I have to cook, the Misses prefers it's breakfast food. The next morning/early afternoon our group ordered 'to go'. My Step-mother and Aunt both really liked the crab cake BLT and my cousin enjoyed his omelet. My fiancee ordered a bun-less burger expecting the patty with the 'salad' on the side. All she received was a dry patty with no condiments or toppings. She also did not receive her side of Irish bacon. I ordered the cheese steak sandwich which was literally just steak and cheese. There were no onions, peppers or other condiments or toppings. However, that may be a local thing so I am not going to hold that against the restaurant. I just assumed it was a Philly cheese steak.
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Don F.

Good food, large portions, and one of the few spots in the area worth eating at. As a result of all these things, it's incredibly busy, which is the only knock on McKenna's. It's just too small to accommodate the amount of business they do. But trust me, catch the staff when it's slower and they're a friendly and attentive staff, just don't expect a chatterbox when you're there in peak hours. Great for breakfast and lunch, but the weekends are going to be tough for you to get a seat quickly, even early. The bagel sandwiches are ten times better than anything you'll find at a chain, and the Taco Salad is a delicious way to pretend you're dieting.
(4)
Andrew V.

Food are great and service is good. It's small place not good for big group, it's busy time will have longer wait for table compare me coming alone, got seat as quickly.
(4)
David B.

It took 10 minutes to get a coffee order in. The waitress got me the wrong coffee. Then brought the check over before we were half done! It may have been busy but others were getting service before we did. Food was good and the hot sauce on the table was welcome! God forbid I would need to ask for it. Finally it took ages to pay. Too slow for a breakfast place!
(3)
Yralda F.

Cute little spot with amazing prices and amazing food! I got the Mexican Fiesta and my friend got the Steak N Loaded. My plate was full of 2 eggs, refried beans, and 2 corn tortillas. There was a side of avocado (even though the menu said guacamole. .. which I love equally so it wasn't a big deal). There was a home made sala on top of the eggs which made it fabulous! There was so much stuff to sop up that i used my friend's wheat toast to finish the plate. My friend's Steak N Loaded was great! Lots of peppers, Onions and steak! Think of a cheesesteak with eggs! Overall, an amazing spot. I want to come again and try the Crab eggs benedict. Next time I'm in MA visiting my best friend, I'll make a stop here.
(5)
A P.

Got a coffee here this morning. Realized it was curdled on my way to work. Unfortunately I had already started drinking it and now feel sick. Never going back.
(1)
Tracy S.

Great food and atmoshpere! They are really flexible and are accommodating even if you ask for something not on the menu (I recommend the chicken salad club). They have a bunch of really interesting coffee flavors to compliment they're very creative menu with a wide array of food options. It definitely has a the feel of a neighborhood diner and is also very inviting. The only negative is that the line to get in gets really long, so plan accordingly.
(4)
Shirley T.

I loveeeeee the food here. McKennas would be my favorite brunch place to go if the devils sister wasn't working behind the counter all the time. I'm talking about the old lady with short hair who never cracks a smile. Besides that, dine in service is good. We called the place a couple of times at home for pick up, but the phone always said "user busy". When we got there, I simply asked her why the phones were not working, after calling the place 3 times INSIDE the restaurant without hearing any ringing TOO. (I wanted to see if it actually worked.) Then right when I asked her, she did something with the phone and it started ringing non stop. There was so much attitude during the whole conversation. In general, the customer service for take out is horrible...specifically because of the old lady who would roll her eyes at you over a simple question.
(2)
Erin B.

Came back for a third time, which must be the charm! It's still straight diner food, but I had the Sydney Special (eggs, sausage, home fries and toast) and added a single pancake and it all hit the spot. The home fries and pancakes are delicious ! There's no real maple syrup here, and nothing special about anything...just really good diner food with incredible prices and great service. I think if you stick to the basics here, you're good to go.
(4)
Christina P.

I Have Been A Waitress for four years and I hate hate hate when I am steroid type. I am a Haitian girl (black) and I went here for breakfast with my 3 cousins. We walked in and waited about 5 minutes before being greeted. Then this old lady walks over with a stank attitude to take our order. There was No "Hi how you doing today No "Good afternoon" no nothing just a "are you ready to order." It was our first time there so we needed a little help with the menu maybe some suggestions or something but she was so not into that. Anyways we order our food and ate and when we got our bill they had added gratuity. I have been to a lot of restaurants and have never had gratuity added to a bill for a group less then 6 people. I looked at the menu to see there gratuity policy and it said gratuity can be added at managers discretion (not exact word but something like that) now my issue with this isn't about the money. Had she not added it she would have gotten a 20% tip but my issue with this is the principal. You gave me the trashyest service I have ever gotten and then you felt like it was right to add the gratuity. I wouldn't have been mad if she was super nice and gave me good service and added it. I will never come back here again.
(1)
kevin f.

This is my regular breakfast joint with my kids. Good food. Good prices. The iced coffee here is great. The lines in the weekend can get long. Service is solid.
(4)
Jason M.

Well, everyone deserves a second chance, even if it's two years later. The bacon egg and cheese was pretty bangin'. Of course, someone else went there and waited halfway 'til forever for a takeout order to bring it to me, so I wasn't subjected to the breakfast madhouse that McKenna's is on a daily basis. There is something to be said about a business that really isn't prepared to handle its own popularity... could be a shot in the foot if they're not careful. One of my friends had an amazing omelet with homefries too. I understand why it's popular. Learn to deal with the rush properly, and the sky is the limit.
(3)
Amanda P.

The waitresses are pretty friendly. I ordered the Belgium waffles and I really would have wished they put the butter on the side rather than already putting it on the waffles, I feel that they put way too much butter. It kinda ruins the waffles because it tastes so salty. My sister ordered the creps and she didn't like them either. Overall I don't think I'll be coming back again.
(2)
Edan S.

Great breakfast with a local flavor and attitude. This place is busy. Expect to wait 30 minutes for a table all Saturday and Sunday. They're popular and they know it with a comfort level that comes out in great food. Solid breakfast and lunch options, but they close at 4, so no dinner. A whole 12 tables plus 6 at the bar, so it's a tight fit at all but the two booths. Groups of 6+ will have an even longer wait and a collective sigh from patrons and staff at the hassle and time commitment of holding tables to put together.
(4)
Meep M.

This review is for the service and not the food since we never got it! Stopped in for brunch one weekday and waited about 10 mins before getting seated. When you see the line out the door you know this place must be good. After placing our order we waited, and waited, and waited for our food. Come to find out our waitress left and never placed our order. Now I guess I don't have a problem with someone going on break and forgetting to tell another waitress to take the table but what really bugged me was all the other waitresses noticed we sat there for over 45 mins and didn't bother come over. After asking someone about our meal they then respond by "oh, i noticed you guys were waiting for quite awhile" Hmmm, now if I was a waitress a light bulb would of went off and said, maybe I should check on that table. Anyways, if I ever do decide to go back the best option might be take-out. Update: OK, I just read some other reviews and I guess the service really sucks. I was trying to be semi nice and not say this.
(1)
Angela A.

Pros: Tasty food, large menu Cons: Terrible service, large menu The food was good but unfortunately, 3/4 people in our group were given something different than their order. An order of flavored coffee was delivered plain, an order for an omelet with no tomatoes had tomatoes, an order of meatless fried potatoes had meat. It was as though our waitress took our orders, waited 20 mins, and then just randomly brought out whatever she wanted. Other inconsistencies make this a difficult restaurant to enjoy. Sometimes they charge gratuity for groups of 4, sometimes they don't. Sometimes they'll take more than 2 credit cards, sometimes they won't. Sometimes they have menu items in stock, sometimes they don't. Sometimes the staff is friendly, sometimes not. Food is delicious, but it may not be what you ordered. Lines can be quite long. Bottom line: It's hard to pay for the privilege of being mistreated. There are other good restaurants nearby that don't have all the hassle.
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Mark S.

Went here one afternoon and didn't know anything about it. Just looked for a place in Dorchester to eat and drove thru Savin Hill until we found this place. It was crowded inside, and tons of people kept going in just for the iced coffees. Parking is tight, so better find a place where you don't mind walking far from. Wait staff was great! Food was even better! I got an omelet and my buddy got pancakes and a plate of eggs. I'm definitely going back for some iced coffee. Everything on the menu looked awesome and I really want to go back. Like now. End of review.
(4)
Kim H.

Wait is always a turn off. Staff is friendly but forgetful at times. Food is good, large portions and the ice coffee is really yummy.
(3)
Stephen B.

I keep reading all these fantastic reviews about how great this place is and I just do not get it. Yes, the food is good. How do you mess up breakfast food? It's pretty easy to serve good food for breakfast. Which is why I don't care for McKenna's. It's food that you can get elsewhere only if you go to McKenna's, you will wait for over an hour to be seated and then another 20 minutes for a server to notice you. All in all, the dining experience will take you close to three or four hours and who has that kind of time? Luckily, they will let you call for take out. Except I've been calling every couple of seconds for the past 45 minutes and keep getting a busy signal. So... yeah, their food is good. But don't try to eat there if you're really hungry because you might die of starvation before you get to taste it.
(2)
Christina K.

This place was, surprisingly, super delicious. It is your old school diner, with wooden chairs, funky decor, and a diverse crowd. It was recommended to us by work people, who have it as a favorite spot. I ordered the veggie wrap and everyone else had the beef stew. My wrap was a mix of cooked broccoli, spinach, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms and cheese. It was delicious!! It was so hot I kept burning my tongue and I couldn't even pick it up. I ended up using a fork. They had griddled the whole thing, which was why it was so hot. The fries that came with it were also amazing-fresh out of the fryer and lightly battered for an amazing crunch. They were also perfectly seasoned. Great place with super friendly service. Would love to come back for breakfast. Only drawback is that it was slightly greasy. But then again, that's diner food for you.
(4)
Miranda S.

The food is good...but the service SUCKS. I've been to McKenna's about 6 times over the last year. At first I didn't really realize it due to the busyness, but the service here is really horrible. My boyfriend and I are finally fed up with this place. This last time, it took about 20 minutes for someone to even come to our table. We immediately ordered drinks AND food because we weren't sure when she'd come back. She knew we were pissed and said sorry as soon as she came to our table, but then just didn't make eye contact and asked us what we wanted. We were sitting there for 20 minutes and didn't even have a cup of water yet. Another girl checked on us like 20 minutes after we got our food. If we had an issue with our meal, we would've been pissed it took this long. About 30 minutes later, we were trying to wave down someone to get our bill because no one came to check on us. We were long finished with our food and just wanted to-go containers and our bill. Our food was cold and there was a fly flying over our table, so we were sitting there trying to cover our food and shoo the fly away while impatiently hoping SOMEONE would walk by to check on us. We were tempted to just walk out because at this point it was just ridiculous that it took this long for someone to come to our table in this tiny restaurant. Finally, a THIRD girl came to take our bill. Why don't they figure out a more organized way to wait on the tables? Each girl should just cover a third of the tables. Instead they were just randomly all over the place, making it more confusing for them and more annoying for the customers who were trying to find someone when they needed help. I think I'll be taking a long break from McKennas - if I do decide to come back. It's a shame that the service is so bad that it completely overshadows the food - which is good.
(2)
David H.

Food is fine and we will continue to favor McK as a better option to McD. However, service is horrid, and while it may be a 'quaint' feature as a party of 2 adults; when you're with hungry children, forget about it!
(2)
Sara C.

Best brunch in Boston. Arrived st 9:30 am on a Sunday and waited ~30 min for a table. The crabby hostess just adds charm and authenticity to this cozy diner packed with locals. There's also a line out the door of folks waiting for takeout. Yes- people actually come to pickup an Irish breakfast to go! Absolutely loved my veggie omelette and snickerdoodle coffee. Portions are generous! I can't wait to go back and try the pancakes I saw being served to other tables. Def worth the wait (or getting up early).
(5)
Lakeisha H.

First time in and I was very impressed with the menu! I got a mint tea and a Waldorf salad with turkey tips. It was delicious and the turkey tips were Juicy and tasty as well. Service was fast and the place was packed which is a good sign to me. I can't wait to come back and have breakfast!
(4)
Jane P.

McKennas is a solid spot for breakfast. It has a neighborhood feel and the mayor is a regular, since he lives in the neighborhood. They even have a "mayor's special" on their menu that comes with a ton of food. FYI- Their portions are HUGE! The pancakes were perfectly cooked and the home fries were crisp and not soggy like some places. If you get here early before 8:00, they have a $4.99 early bird special that comes with eggs, home fries, toast and choice of meat. It's a great value considering that you'd get the same thing for almost double the price if you come later. Be prepared to wait a while on the weekends but it's pretty easy to get a table on weekday mornings.
(4)
Jim B.

I was in this morning for breakfast as i do almost every day. I sat at the counter with two patrons already at the counter when i walked in. I proceeded. To order my food no problem ordering but i did say to the waitress that i would lime my eggs over easy and white. The reason i always say white is because the kitchen helps does something to the eggs that make them come out looking like the eggs were burned in clarified butter or something to that effect. Anyway i ate the over easy eggs as they were over easy but not satisfied at all. I then proceeded to order an order of two hash brown patty. The waitress said sure no problems but then went into the kitchen to be told no i could not get that. This is interesting because i worked in two different catering co. Growing up as a kid and it was always about the customer but at this place it is not at all about the customer when you have a complaint and it goes unanswered. May i remind you of another time quite a few months ago i went into McKenna's ordered the open face turkey sandwich and noticed a piece of plastic in my food. The manger said to the owner that jimmy just got a piece of plastic in his food and the owner said who is jimmy. This was the second time this has happened. Now let me let you know who jimmy is. Jimmy is a customer that comes to your establishment first thing in the am spends a lot of money when i am there and yet still cant get the items i want when i want them. Also, i have come with scratch tickets to cash in and cant do that because the manager is not on duty. I guess it is time to find another breakfast place for good. This will be YOUR LOSS not mine. Jimmy Blackmore
(2)
Meghan M.

Love this place, right down the street from my house! The best time to go is during the week, weekends are crazy busy and usually a pretty long Wait. The reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the staff. They are great friendly people but they are really slow and I think that has a lot to do with the long Wait on the weekends. Plenty of times I have been there and with my husband and son, we are done eating and it takes someone about 5-10mins to even notice and another 5-10 to give us the check to pay, 20mins wasted because a waitress wasn't paying attention and there is a line out the door. Me and my family try to stick to weekdays to enjoy the great food and amazing coffee!
(4)
Blanca A.

Don't get me wrong I love their food.. Their customer service however is horrible. The older lady behind the counter is ALWAYS rude. The Older lady that serves almost hit a guy on the head with a plate full of scrambled eggs and bacon and proceeded to give him an attitude. I've been going here for 3-4 years I live half an hour away but the food was always worth the drive. My last 3 visits were probably the WORST but this last time I went was the end of my relationship with mckennas. After our waitress took our order she never came back walked by 7 times (I counted) and nothing, didn't offer me any extra coffee didn't even ask if my food was good. And no I did not tip her why should I? If I wanted to get an attitude id stand at the train station up the street. You can only go somewhere for so long because the food is good but if the customer service makes you feel uncomfortable then it's not worth it at all. I'll never go back to mckennas And its so very obvious that half of the staff looks down on other races. Not once did I feel welcomed.
(1)
Delight M.

Really disappointed today, we usually come her for breakfast twice a month with the whole family, today is was just me and my 8 year old son. He decided to build a wall out of the Jelly packets and the angry old lady from behind the counter came out and basically scolded me for it!! We left without even getting our food, I'm sure there are other restaurants that would like to earn my money!!!!
(2)
Rob S.

Best breakfast in the neighborhood. You are gonna wait in line with an entire maternity ward full of babies but it's worth it. Everything I've had at McKenna's has been top notch. Not much else to say really, if you want a more detailed report on things you can check one of the other reviews. On the corner of my screen I see that Linsey A. gave it a 4-star review and Zoe L. went above and beyond with the 5 stars. Amanda P., however, only gave them 2 stars which I feel is downright riduculous. Get yourself correct Amanda, this place is at least a 3-star meal even if they spit in your food.
(5)
Alexander C.

People like this place because it's the only place for a decent breakfast... If that. The wait staff is terrible. the service is even worse. I used to come here every week a couple of times... not anymore. if it weren't for my friend which likes the elderly lady. She is good. I would never come here. I didn't order anything and my friend ordered cereal and fruit. 30 minutes for that to come out. This place has gone to shit.
(1)
Jen F.

I used to love this place, a little hidden gem but now it seems like the food fell off a little bit, maybe its new cooks not sure. & also seems like they are not prepared in one way or another to handle the amount of business they get daily with out looking miserable or the line by the door in complete chaos. Anywho Last time i was there a friend & i both ordered the spanish omlet and couldnt even finish, it didnt look or taste that good. I do however still enjoy their blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon yum! If coming here i suggest sticking to the basics of waffles, pancakes, maybe a breakfast sandwich ect. but keep it simple!
(2)
Brenda O.

Great banana flavored coffee! The wait was long but worth it. I got the salmon benedict, EXCELLENT. As a benedict fan I had to try it. Salmon was a bit salty but balanced by the hollandaise sauce. My friends got the waffles (yum) and the salmon bagel plate, which she seemed to really enjoy. It's small and crowded so you will have to speak loudly to have conversations, but you'll also be busy eating these BIG portions. Glad I came here.
(5)
Marie M.

McKenna's Cafe is my number one spot for breakfast! Quick, easy and cheap I love it, the only problem is that so does everyone else! It's always busy, especially on the weekends, there's a long wait and no reservations as it is a cafe. But during the week it's not too bad and you can enjoy a good little breakfast in a comfy, cosy environment!
(5)
Erin S.

For someone who has been a diner waitress for years at 3 different Boston diners (2 of them MUCH busier than McKennas), I can tell you IT IS NOT DIFFICULT to check back with your tables, refill coffee & ask how their food is AT LEAST ONCE!!! The food at McKennas is great, service is horrible EVERYTIME!! I keep going because its close to home & the food is good, but I have NEVER, EVER been asked even ONCE how my food is in the 15 plus times I've been there in 4-5 years. I still tip 20% because I AM A SERVER, however they really DO NOT deserve it!!! The ONLY thing they RUSH BACK to do is GIVE YOU THE CHECK!!! I'm sure the girls there do well because many people eat there. However Im SURE they would do MUCH BETTER if they even pretended to CARE about the service they give!! I live in the neighborhood & this seems to be the general consensus of the many people who live around here that I've spoken to! GREAT FOOD....HORRIBLE SERVICE!!
(2)
Medgy R.

What is the point of having the option of take out when they don't answer their phone? This is the third time I've attempted to order breakfast for my kids as take out and yet they NEVER answer their line!!! It's 6am on a Friday I highly doubt they have a line out the door!!!
(1)
Brent H.

McCharge post is hilarious and so true. The food has gone down hill fast, and the prices are crazy. Yeah and that sign about little or no ice?? The owner never seems to amaze me. Wait for competition and they will go out of business. McKill My Wallet McRipOFF McCoffee for $5
(1)
Lindsey A.

Lovely prices! Went there on a Monday morning; still packed. Got there before the crowd, and I can't imagine this place on a weekend. Wait staff could be better 3.5 out of 5. The Turkey Club was a generous portion. The cole slaw was amazing. Not too sweet, and it complimented the bacon, vegetables and turkey spot on! The French toast, however, was a different story. The French toast was pretty bland. The menu even listed cinnamon but I didn't see or taste any. Maybe just an off day. I'm interested to see what their other items are like. One highlight was their iced coffee. It was wonderfully roasted.
(4)
Mary Jane J.

I don't understand all the fuss but it's good enough. Get there before 9:30 or you will wait and it will become a cluster-f***. The service is not great but honestly, they are children so I guess I'm just impressed they spend their weekend mornings working. Food is good, not blown away by it. My husband and I come here when we can make it before our 9:30 cut off.
(3)
Diva K.

I came here for the first time with my friend and the food is great here. The atmosphere felt so good. The noise level was at a medium; not too quite or loud either, just perfect to have breakfast alone or with someone. The price is decent too. I will defiantly come back here with my family one day. It is located right outside of Savin Hill station, which is so convenient and nice for anyone who uses the MBTA.
(5)
Steve N.

Disappointing service! This was a huge let down because the food is good. Reasonably slow Thur morning and waited for 10+ minutes before the hostess came back to ask if we wanted drinks. Another 5-10 before getting them and having a waitress come to take out orders. Meanwhile we watched another waitress chat on her cell.. Once we finally got our orders in & food arrived it was enjoyable. At this point a competent waitress showed up and helped clean up the disappointing visit the rest of the staff started. Unfortunately the damage was already done.. Deff not a spot to grab a quick breakfast before work/class!
(2)
Destiny P.

This is one of my favorite breakfast shops mostly because it's in my neighborhood. Four stars because sometimes the service isn't the best, usually when it's busy. Other then that, service is usually great, staff is attentive and nice. I usually get their California omelet or the McKenna special! Good amount if food for great prices . Pancakes are great. Snicker doodle coffee hot or iced is to die for. By far the best coffee in my life. If you are an early bird, treat yourself to the early bird special for only $4.75 before 8am. Be careful coming on the weekends it's the busier time. Try during the week, less of a wait time and better seating.
(4)
Kevin H.

This place is the best. Especially Lexi! Her radiating smile illuminates the entire restaurant, she has a great personality and makes the experience very pleasant here. She deserves a raise just like Marie!
(5)
Brianna S.

I had a great experience here this weekend! :) Very easily located near the Savin Hill T Stop. There was street parking too. Very cute place. We got there around 11 on Saturday and there was a line out the door. We were told 30 min wait but it ended up being about 15 min. Food wise the menu is vast but we were aiming for breakfast. My only upset is that there aren't clear breakfast platters. We both ended up ordering 2 plates each to make sure we had everything we wanted. I got the granola cereal crusted French toast..a favorite because many tables had this. It was very yummy! I also got a side of sausage and a side of eggs..see I wish I could have had this in some type of platter form but I made it work. My friend got an order of French toast and a plate of eggs, bacon, toast and home fries. The surprisingly amazing thing I ordered..besides my delicious crusted French toast was the CHAI!!! Omg it was amazing!!! Please order this! The only down sides were 1) the wait..but that just means the place is good 2) the waitresses messed up our bill, but we were happy and full so this wasn't a huge deal at all 3) I wish there was a pancake/ French toast platter with a meat and egg choice...all minor flaws :) The servers were really nice! All the customers seemed happy! Ps: we didn't get lunch but the sandwiches were huge. Looking forward to trying more of the menu..check out my bfast pics :)
(5)
Jonathan R.

Have only eaten here once, food was great! **Their banana hazelnut coffee - BEST coffee I've ever had!**
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Thuy L.

This is a GREAT place to go to for Breakfast! I was never disappointed in their waffles/pancakes/eggs etc. But I've had a couple other "non breakfast" stuff. Tuna Sandwich- it was good. I like how it's cut up in triangles and were place on the toothpick to keep it from fallen apart. It came with fries. McKennas pasta with meatball marinara sauce- I would pass on that. You will be disappointed at how "bland" it taste and how very little marinara sauce they gave you. Also comes with toasted French bread that looked like it's been squished. Soup of the day (chicken and rice "seasonal)- is really tasty! But I did not see any rice in there. (Comes with French bread as well) Banana hazelnut ice coffee- BEST coffee ever made !!! I would alwayssss order this whenever I go to mckennas! I would just suggest going there for breakfast only. The wait for the food is about 30-45 min.. You will wonder what is taking. It does get busy though, don't forget to sign your name In the boom and expect to wait about half and hour or maybe even longer to be seated!
(3)
Zoe L.

I consider myself an expert in corned beef hash, by which I mean I order it whenever it is on the menu. This is the best corned beef hash. Try it if you are into that. My breakfast was huge, which was awesome because I was super hungry. Service was a bit slow but it was also Sat. AM so that's cool. Get. The freaking. Hash.
(5)
Ro C.

After staying away for the better part of a year and a half, I come back. I really shouldn't have. The staff seems like their attitudes have changed somewhat, but now I get the crappy long wait times. Do you know what I order? A bagel with cream cheese. Do you know how long it takes for me to make a bagel and schmear at home? 25 seconds. Do you know how long it took me when I worked at the PJ Diner? 3 minutes, including getting the ticket, and running it back to the table, because it's a goddamn job a 6 year old could do. How long does a bagel and cream cheese take to get here? 15 minutes. I was feeling rather pleased with getting into work early, that I decided to stop by for breakfast. By the time I got my bagel, I was late. That good vibe disappeared. One star for the amusing spectacle of the front end girl and the oblivious mommy, who ignored her toddler in her massive stroller, gabbing for five minutes. The girl turned to me for affection as I waited, desperate to have some human interaction, and we played "Wavey Hands." Neglectful Mom turned, leaving with her iced coffee, still craned back talking to the front end girl, and plowing another patron with said ginormous stroller. Anybody want the gift card I got for my birthday? Will take less than face value.
(1)
Pradeep G.

Given that there are sooooo many restaurants to try out in this wide world...there are very few places you wanna go again...i would have this place on my frequent to-go places... the place has a nice cozy n classic americana feel to it...omlettes/pancakes/french toast/beef hash...name it...we had it all...and everyone left the place satisfied and full... friendly staff... good experience in all....
(4)
Brooke G.

The food was yummy and hit the spot! The granola french toast was quite good and everyone enjoyed their omelettes, baked beans, etc. No matter who you are or what you prefer for breakfast, there is something for you! The only down side was the service. Initially the waitress was very attentive and helpful, but once the food orders were put in, she sort of disappeared. Coffee cups emptied, water glasses emptied and she never did come back.
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Ronny G.

As far as food, they have great tasting food. That's where it ends unfortunately for Mckenna's. The extra baggage that comes along with the place is a turn off. I've gone in there for breakfast and have ended up eating during lunch hours. The killer for me just happened literally a few minutes ago. I call and instead of being greeted I was hit with "Hold please" which lasted for a few minutes. During the wait I heard multiple orders being taken. I then decide to hang up and call back, worst mistake ever! Every time I called (11 times) nothing but a busy tone . At this point I gave up and just ordered somewhere else. If you have an two hours available for breakfast you will love this place.
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Kae L.

The two of us got there just after 10 on a Sunday and were seated in 5 minutes at the bar. The place is on the smaller side so you have to time it right. The servers were all very nice if you're sociable and the food was great. I got the California omlet with a side pancake. The home fries were the best by far that I've had and the omlet was cooked perfectly. GREAT coffee. Definitely would recommend
(5)
Melinda H.

My favorite neighborhood spot! I come in every morning for my coffee before I hop on train and at least once a weekend to dine in. The food is amazing and very reasonably priced! Everything is good but my friends all love the breakfast sandwiches the most and home fries and they always demand we order. Service is great when I walk in they know my name and my coffee order. All in all our neighborhood couldn't be luckier to have this gem!
(5)
Rebecca J.

The coffee is great! Its hot and has great flavor. The food is good and the service is relatively quick. The only down side is that it is small and a lot of people frequent it. I haven't tried the lunch menu but the breakfast is good.
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Ana L.

I found out about this place around 4 years ago, and I can't stand ihop anymore. Even though the line gets long sometimes, the food and staff makes the wsit worth it. the seating arrangement isnt the greatest for kids, but the staffs are so nice to them, it all balances out!
(5)
Alex O.

This is a Boston place through and through, so the servers get a little mouthy if you give them flak (e.g., for not seating people quickly), but the place is worth the attitude. I have never eaten better pancakes: buttery, smooth, powdered sugary delights that practically melt in your mouth and add a smile to your face. The service is just okay, but again, the food is so good that you leave feeling satiated despite the long wait and all the rest of it.
(5)
Chelsey J.

A friend and I were looking for a new place to try out for brunch and stumbled upon this place on Yelp. Seeing the great reviews we decided to check it out. The service can be a bit slow at times given how busy the place gets, but the food is phenomenal! This past time I had the eggs benedict and since I don't like Canadian bacon, they kindly substituted sausage patties which was delicious! I mean, their menus explicitly states that if something isn't on the menu, they will still do their best to make it for you. I love places like that where the customer is a top priority and they aim to please. It's not like one of those snooty brunch places where there are no substitutions or everything comes with an additional cost. I definitely love this place and will continue to go back for weekend brunches!
(5)
Chris C.

Need lunch... Not too far from Carson's Beach. Food is very typical for a brunch place, nothing too out of the ordinary. Hash was very good, same with the sausages. Very big portions. Definitely a nice breakfast/brunch place.
(3)
Sabrina A.

Every time I go here the service is always quick and warm. Breakfast Food is amazing always. Even though I wish it didn't close at 4pm, it kinda adds to the charm.
(5)
Jando S.

After tiring myself out of all of the fabulous Viet options of Dorchester, my group of hungry minions and I were looking for a little bit of morning Americana cuisine. After the blessing of a local and the consulting of the trusty Yelp app, we found ourselves at the door of McKenna's Cafe. This part of Dorchester is definitely quiet, extremely residential and McKenna's is definitely a local's joint. It's not a big place but it can certainly pack a good amount of people. No insanely large groups, just the aroma of breakfast in the area and smiles from the wait staff all around. A wait was to be expected on a weekend and wait we most certainly did. After nearly 35 minutes, we finally got a spot in the middle of the restaurant. There is a minor blessing in a long wait: a prolonged appetite. This meant whatever we ordered, regardless of portion size, would be annihilated with reckless abandon. It seemed everyone else around us was having a great time, I couldn't imagine why it wouldn't be the same on our end. So when it came time to put in our order, we had asked for a myriad of breakfast items. Everything was hearty, fresh, and above all, delicious. Their Savin HIll Scramble ($7.50) maybe a basic breakfast combo of 2 eggs, breakfast meat, toast, and home fries, it also happens to be one of their most popular for a reason. The eggs were perfectly cooked, home fries were well seasoned, and the sausage was juicy and succulent. A smoked turkey omelette ($8) was doused in a rich hollandaise sauce, which in all ridiculousness made everything taste better. My favorite brunch item was the McKenna's Special ($9), which was corned beef hash, breakfast meat, home fries, toast, and eggs, with no skimpage of portions at all. Another thing we learned was cheese on home fries is a good thing. A really really good thing. The service was on par and was terrific from the start. I wish I had a chance to try their lunch specials, but my group and I were stuffed to the brim. Judging from all of the sandwich orders I saw, it'll be my next venture when I'm back in Beantown again. It wasn't too long ago since we were here, but my group and I often reminisce about our epic break-feast, it's only a matter of time before we're back at McKenna's again.
(4)
Meg B.

There's a lot of hype around McKenna's. When I moved here, everyone kept saying how great it was. After failing several times to get a table due to extraordinary lines, hubby and I made it here for breakfast on a weekend. We sat at the counter and it was about 20 minutes before the surly counter lady graced us with her presence. Our food was alright, and was drenched in grease. I've been told that grease is a hangover cure, but I guess I wasn't hungover enough so it was just ewww greasy. Our water and coffee was never refilled, and it took 20 more minutes after our meal before surly counter lady allowed us to pay. We've come in a few more times for to-go coffee, and surly counter lady is thankfully consistently surly. It's a great way to start the day because she makes me appreciate the nice people I interact with. One star for surliness, one star for grease. Assuming grease is indeed a hangover cure, someday I'll be glad McKenna's is down the street.
(2)
Daniel H.

Their prices are right! I usually almost never finish the amount of food they give me, the hash browns are to die for
(4)

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Address : 109 Savin Hill Ave
Dorchester, MA, 02125
Phone (617) 825-8218
Website https://www.mckennascafe.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :5:30 am - 4:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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McKenna’s Cafe

109 Savin Hill Ave, Dorchester, MA, 02125

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