Sigh! I was excited about this experience, but so let down by service and overall taste. Slurped down my mimosa in anticipation of enjoying 2, but once the service went downhill with several orders missing items and abandoned menu items that were previously ordered for the kitchen to prepare...I lost my "buzz." The manager was apologetic, but didn't have a stellar attitude. Once our server made countless mistakes, things were awkward. One could tell that she was embarrassed and the last thing she wanted to do was continue to serve us. I felt bad for her because we weren't rude or unruly. They were honest mistakes, just a little too many for one table. On to the food: For some odd reason I craved French toast this particular morning(I usually eat it once a year). I ordered EGGSTRAVAGANZA* two any-style eggs(scrambles with cheese), two slices of brioche French toast with maple syrup, turkey sausage, and Lyonnaise-style potatoes. for $13.49 Now this may sound like an awesome meal, but it was nothing to shout about. I was underwhelmed. It didn't meet any expectations that I had about it being amazing. The location is perfect, but I doubt I will return to dine. not so happy :/
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Maria C.
Very busy and a bit loud for me but the food and service was awesome !
We had brunch at Eggspectation the other day and the food was good. The staff that helped us looked like there were other places he would rather be and when asked about menu items, he gave unhelpful responses ("What's cafe au lait?" "A latte."). The prices are a bit high for what you get and the place was a bit dirty - food in the menus, old chocolate sauce on the syrup containers (we didn't order anything chocolate!), etc. If you don't mind traveling for brunch, honestly, go to Founding Farmers for similar prices, better food, and better servers.
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Nomin D.
We came in here to use our groupon. And it was our first time there. Ambiance is cute and comfortable. Food was okay. I got French dip, but the dip was sooooo salty that I could t eat it with my sandwich which defeated the purpose. Then, my mom got some kind of meat on rye and it wasn't well season at all. So would I come back, yes to try the happy hour. But not the food.
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Heather M.
First off I would like to say that I LOVE the Eggspectation in Ellicott City. My parents were in town and were were closer to this one and wanted to take them. BAD IDEA. I knew that the one in Ellicott gave 50% discount to military so I thought that maybe the offer that to law enforcement as well and when I asked the server she looked at us like we were crazy. And she said they only give 10% discount to military here. We ordered the chicken and waffles and the waffle was soggy and so was the fried chicken and it came with a weird gravy that we did not touch after tasting it. The poached eggs on the benedict we ordered were wayyyyy overcooked. I mean the yolk was not runny AT ALL. We were going to send them back but our server NEVER came to check on us and we never even saw here to wave her down. And the biscuits and gravy was meh. Not very tasty. We all ordered coffee and towards the end of our meal we finally spot our server and ask her for refills but she NEVER came back. Then we were just sitting and talking and so we asked her again for coffee and she didn't even remember she was suppose to bring us some before. If you get a chance, the Eggpspectation in Ellicott is worth going to but I don't know what this place was. AVOID!
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Tracey J.
I was invited to a meeting over brunch with one of my colleagues and today the place was Eggspectation... and unfortunately this one did not meet my Eggspectations. I ordered a gingerbread latte (tasty) and the Strawberry Blonde crepe (with whipped cream) and a side order of bacon. Not sure where the error was, with the server or the kitchen, but I had to remind her that I'd asked for both bacon and whipped cream. My dining companion ordered the J'eggsbayala pasta and asked for "no red peppers" .... What do you think she got? A dish loaded with red peppers. She sent it back to have it remade and it didnt look so hot when it came back. She said it was bland and barely ate a third of it. I also noted the distinct flavor of onion toward the end of my crepe, and I'd bet money that whatever utensil was used to plate my crepe had been used immediately prior to plate an order of those lyonnaise potatoes or something. Not cool. I was hoping for a lot more and I don't think I'll be back. Sorry guys!
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Sabrina H.
I gave 2 stars because of the customer service. My husband and I have been coming to this restaurant the last 7 months, and the last 2 visits, including this one has been horrible. Our orders were always screwed up, then they tried to not serve my husband alcohol because his Virginia LIcense was vertical, but he is 24 years old AND has been buying alcoholic drinks from this same restaurant previous times without them giving us problems. The manager tried to explain this horrible reasoning how it's the law now in Maryland to not serve alcohol to vertical ID holders... That's BS because we never had any issues anywhere else in DC and MD. Then I am served coffee, not the tea i asked for. My husband waited for his appetizer for 30 minutes, which was just onion rings. There were egg shells in my scrambled eggs. Our servers never asked how the food was, didn't say you're welcome, and on top of that we had to ask for silverware and water after we received our food! I don't know what's going on with this place, but I'm upset because I love the food here...we are not coming back. Finding a new breakfast/brunch spot to be our favorite. Eggspectation in Silver Spring, get your customer service on point, because it sucks. And good food or not, it's not worth our time or money.
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Jackson C.
Of course as anyone would imagine or wonder- 'Does the name of the restaurant mean that everything has eggs in it?!' Not eggxactly! hehehehehe However, that doesn't mean you can't find EGG items on the menu. But you should at least try their egg special deals. Yes, I am a fan of this wonderful restaurant! The sad thing is, It has taken me a few years to add my review...(to my fans and readers) forgive me. My career has its banner seasons and this is where I have been for a while. Enough of all of that- this is supposed to be a review of this restaurant. hehehehehe Moreover, this restaurant has become of my favorite spots in the Silver Spring, MD downtown area. My first visit there was a few years ago with my wonderful friend (Girl friend) Geneva Renee. ;) Beautiful young lady and a wonderful singer. Anyway, we met up there to have brunch. We had a great time hanging out and the brunch was great! Now, because it was a few years back, I can't elaborate on the specifics of the meal and the service...I believe I had an Omelette, can't remember. Hehehe Anywayz- I've been back and continue to go back to have meetings and other meetups. The environment is wonderful, the atmosphere of the diverse customers are decent and respectful. The servers have always been polite and kind. Love the FIREPLACE they have there...gives you a home filling. Love how this restaurant is divided into three sections. 1. Bar side, 2. Dinning side, 3. Kitchen side. Bar is for the Happy hour peeps and the loud peeps. lol. The Dinning side is for people like me! Who like to have conversations and eat. The Kitchen side is for people who need something else going on while they eat. Hehehehee Okay, I'm writing this review to share info about the restaurant. Okay, so, I went back last week to meet up with a friend. (Who was LATE!) Okay, so while I was waiting on my party, I was greeted by Rachael who was our server. She was cute and polite. Of course they always ask if you'd like a drink and of course I always begin with water and lemons. (love that acquired taste) Next time I'll ask for cucumbers and lemons. Once my friend arrived, can you guess what I said? Hehehe, you guessed it- I said, "well, I've been EGGspecting you! Hehehehehe Anywayz, while I was waiting I got a chance to browse the menu and decided to have the Apple Cider Beer and it was light and delicious. I am a Stella man but I didn't want to go all out that evening. Now I didn't go all out on my meal because I knew that I was there to play catch up with my friend and not to chow down. So, I ordered a Greek Salad with Chicken but it was okay...not that great of a Greek Salad. But this was not a deal breaker. 3.5 I plan to return for the 4 top reasons listed above. I would like to encourage you to make this your stop when you visit the downtown silver spring area.
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Danny M.
Pretty good service & atmosphere. Good was delicious also. I went on a Saturday morning which I think is a solid day to go & get a quality seat. Can really bring the family or just do the date thing here. Nice establishment
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Michael L.
Place is fantastic, food is delicious and service is awesome. I don't get to come here often being that I live in New York, but it is always a stop when I come down
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Andrew G.
Based on previous reviews, I wasn't expecting much when I went. However, I had a Groupon $15 for $30 worth of food/drinks, and was in the mood for something different, so off I went. The ambience definitely needs work. The restaurant smelled a bit funny (but then again, I'm a bit sensitive to smells, so YMMV), and the whole place just felt a bit neglected and in need of some TLC. However, the service was very good. The waitress was friendly, listed her recommendations, and smiled. The food was delicious! Much better than IHOP, that's for sure. I had the mix-n-match omelette and strawberry pancakes. The strawberries piled on top of the pancakes were incredibly fresh, and the pancakes were just right - warm, soft, fresh. The sausage omelet was fresh and cooked just right. The strawberry-banana smoothie was delicious and healthy. Would I go again? Probably. Silver Spring's a bit out of the way, but more likely, yes. I just wish they could improve the environment and clean the restaurant up a bit. Five stars. This place has exceeded my expectations.
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Karen S.
Very overpriced for very mediocre breakfast food. I paid about $20 (including tip) for the "Oy Veg," which was potato pancakes with freakishly tasteless tomatoes (this is tomato season, for goodness' sakes), two eggs and apple sauce. The apple sauce was listed as "Chef's fruit garnish" on the menu, which is bizarre. I thought it meant there would be actual fruit. What's wrong with just calling it apple sauce? I also got a cafe au lait that didn't taste remotely of coffee. It looked pretty, though. Maybe at half the price I'd come back? Eh, maybe not. The only redeeming thing was our waitress, who very nicely gave us separate checks for all six of us.
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Laura P.
We came here for Saturday brunch and were surprised to be seated when we arrived (e.g. No normal Saturday brunch time wait)! From the beginning, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The menu has great options for vegetarians and those who require a gluten-free menu. I ordered the Greek yogurt, fruit and granola and the portion sizes were perfect for a morning appetite. The only reason I couldn't give five stars was the wait for the toast (for my boyfriend) and my order was incorrect the first time and it took more that a minute or two to resolve it. Oh, and parking in the Wayne garage is free on Saturday. Winning. Update: my second bowl of granola was better than the first. My new favorite place for homemade granola. Perfectly crispy, sweet and delicious roasted almonds.
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Kurt G.
Not from around the area so I yelped a good breakfast spot. I was not let down. The food was delicious and my server was top notch. I came in early and he went above and beyond what a typical server would do! Very energetic and knowledgeable about the menu. Made great recommendations and also told me a little bit about the area. The food was delicious. You may think it's hard to mess up eggs but they truly care about presentation and expectations. I didn't want the choice of baked beans so my server eagerly suggested and extra side to replace! Great choice!!!
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Heidi M.
Never been here before but lived right around the block. Looks like I found my new regular brunch spot! I had the Southwest Benedict and it was stunning. They have an amazing gluten free selection here too, as well as some rocking mimosas. Lovely menu selection that is all very well "egg"secuted!
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Matt G.
In town for a show, my group and I were looking for someplace in walking distance to grab a quick dinner. Some members of our group had more sensitive stomachs / palates and probably wouldn't have appreciated going to a curry house or Lebanese, so we erred on the side of caution and came here. It looked busy and the menu was varied enough that we all could find something. First off, this place is definitely geared towards the egg lover, as you can probably tell from the name - omelets and burgers are prominent on the menu. If something on the menu doesn't have eggs in it, you can probably add it (for a price). Not really feeling the whole egg thing at that time of day, I opted for a burger with brie and mushrooms, a combination I've grown to absolutely love. When asked how I'd like it cooked, I asked for medium rare, preferably rare - I wanted pink. I was a little shocked to see that my $12+ hamburger didn't come with anything aside from a small portion of fries, but chalked it up to being in the middle of a city. After a bit the food came out, I cut my burger in half, aaand... it was hockey pucked'. Brown all the way through and a tad on the dry side. Normally I wouldn't complain about that, but if I'm paying that much for a hamburger, it'd better be cooked properly. The waitress saw my disappointment and offered to have them replace it, so props up to her. A few minutes later and I got my replacement, which was obviously rushed through the kitchen (it looked like a Smashburger, they pressed it to make it cook faster). They at least managed to cook my replacement to something near medium, and the meat was a decent quality, although the whole thing was utterly swimming in grease. The brie worked well as it always does, and the mushrooms were - uh - being mushrooms I guess. Overall, it was an OK meal brought down by the fact that it was rather pricey for what you got, and the fact that they kinda screwed up one of the easiest things in the world to make - a hamburger. No discounts for the mistake, just a few extra french fries. Couple this with the fact that it was kind of expensive makes this a place I probably wouldn't return to. BurgerFi down the street gave me an equivalent burger and was half the price.
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Carson K.
I ate here once while staying in Silver Spring over spring break. I must say this is the best breakfast and service I have had in my life! Awesome staff!
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Brittney B.
I recently visited here for the 1st time and it will be my last visit. I was disappointed with the food and the service. I was with a party of 7, we ordered drinks from the bar. Our meals came before our drinks and the drinks were watered down. The manager tried to make amends by giving us each ice cream, which was served without spoons. Was given a voucher for a free smoothie, which I will probably give away. I expected better. #sadlydisappointed
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Nathania C.
Watch out for that bag tax! They charged us 6.50 in bag tax for food we ate there and didn't take any leftovers of (equivalent of 130 bags as bag tax in MD is 5 cents per). We caught it and they said "it happens all the time" and they couldn't fix it so they comped our appetizer. Sounds like a lot of other customers are overcharged and they don't check the receipts before giving them out! Additionally they charged more than the MD 9 percent tax for alcohol (14.49 in drinks and they charged 1.89 tax... that's 13 percent!) Food was ok, it was rich without any exciting or bold flavors, we weren't really excited by the Bayou Benedict or the Eggspectation Burger (which was ordered medium rare and came out medium well) the Firecracker Shrimp was pretty good if you're willing to risk being scammed by false taxes on the final bill.
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Ari H.
I have been to this place couple of times and everytime i come.. They mess up my order or something. I know forsure that i wont be coming back to this location.They need to improve their customer service!! I'm always served runny eggs when i tell them i want them well done. Last time, my husband and i were seated but the waitress didn't showup for 20mins... People next to us who were seated after us were served first... Then our order was placed on the table next to us and vice versa...coffee and toast were served when i was done eating most of my food. Never again. I've had it with this place. Please do yourself a favor.. If you really want to enjoy your meal then go elsewhere.
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Rob G.
We went there for a wedding rehearsal dinner and they claimed the air conditioning was on but the whole party was sweating and we all had to change our clothes after. I will not ever visit this restaurant again it was extremely uncomfortable and I almost passed out from heat exhaustion.
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Zariah G.
Stopped in to grab a late breakfast. My overall review= Meh. No silverware, no water serviced, server brought incorrect drink order. Mimosas were warm. The food is ok but not for the price or for the service. The other tables near ours receive incorrect or cold food. I hope it's an off day- but we won't be back.
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Janet L.
A-Ok breakfast/brunch spot. The yolks poached eggs on my classic benedict were just the right consistency. The fries (or hash?) that came with it were a bit dry but with some ketchup, they were fine. The coffee menu is good too. They also have crepes (which come in large large portions). Overall, if you're looking for a breakfast/brunch place, come here!
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Sarah M.
I've been here twice since my first review, and I just really need to recommend the mango burger and the banana pancakes. SO GOOD. Especially the mango burger. The orange-honey mustard sauce is delicious and goes so well with the mango. The food is really good, and I'd give it 5 stars now, except for the fact that a group and I had to wait almost an hour for a table once, which was ridiculous since they could have moved two smaller empty tables together.
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Sean P.
For those new to Eggspectation, it's pretty much exactly what the name implies: eggs. Eggs on everything. Eggs EVERYWHERE! Cooked, boiled, poached, sliced and diced onto and into pretty much everything you could imagine. And for those who hate our little ovumy friends, they offer plenty of options without (such as burgers, salads). The food was good, and the menu just as ever-extensive as I remember it. I got one of their specialty omelets, and it was fantastic. Cooked well, not greasy our waitress really accommodating to our special requests (side of salsa and lettuce wraps instead of buns on my wife's turkey burger). For the most part, everything tasted well and was enjoyable. I've been to the Eggspectation in Chantilly, VA several times before, and had some great experiences. Not so much here. The menu I received was covered in grease, with food splattered and crusted onto the pages, pages sticking together or torn. When you feel like you need to wash your hands after touching the menu that's generally not a good sign. Service as slow, especially towards refills or general check-ins. Once the food arrived, one of my compadre's burger was over cooked (he'd asked for medium rare). His replacement burger came out rather fast, but was hastily cooked, dripping with grease unlike the original. It was clearly rushed from the kitchen. I give them credit on trying to make things right (and fast) but the end result was just as disappointing (especially given I'd recommended the place to him). TL;DR: the food was good, but I've been to much, much better Eggspectations.
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M C.
It was an alright late lunch. But considering the name, I really would've expected the eggs to be better. They came out limp & cold, no fluffy scramble for me. Clearly the off-peak chef knew these were subpar, & hid them on my plate beneath a MOUNTAIN of delicious hot potatoes. Confusing. And now a weird story: Strangely, two ladies at the opposite corner of the room from me were playing music on a cell phone to be *just* louder than the overhead restaurant music. Not only one song, but for the entire time they were there. The staff didn't do anything about this noise pollution, so two tables near me left grumbling. Has anyone else encountered these unwelcome DJs?
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Christina S.
They don't do bottomless mimosas, and the mimosas they do serve are just a gulp of orange juice. Not worth the price, given the size and lack of alcohol. Eggspectation is particularly nice in the sun, because you can sit outside and watch the little kids freak out about the water shooting out of the ground about 10 feet away. I got some form of eggs benedict, which was tasty and just filling enough, but Eggspectation is really fairly expensive for the quality and the amount of food that you get.
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nancy c.
The food is quite good, and the breakfast selection is varied. I especially like the wide selection of specialty coffee drinks. But the real star are the breakfasts potatoes. The ambiance is also very nice. Not your average breakfast place. Very charming. The only downside is the price. It is quite expensive for what you get. We go for a treat once in a while.
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Judy A.
This place is awesome for brunch with friends!! The food is great! The service was fantastic! The decor is like something straight out of a Harry Potter movie. I loved it! The only draw back is the long wait. Make a reservation and you're set! Great place for brunch with friends!
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Annie L.
Had a surprisingly wonderful evening here as it's been about 5 years since we have been back and so much had changed since our first experience so-so experience. The menu has changed, their food was delicious and fresh, the best appetizers were the berry salad and brie crostini. I had the waffle Benedict and husband had the burger, which were also good. Had an awesome organic mighty leaf tea selection too! Pricing was a bit on the high end, but the service was what made it memorable, Brianna was absolutely friendly and gave great food recommendations, making our experience worthwhile even near closing time and she even gave us free smoothie coupons for us to come back next time. 11/29 updating my review, second time back, service and food downgraded from last time.. down rating stars, sorry disappointed in the chicken and waffles, but green monster smoothie made it up
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Kristen B.
Delicious, but not out of this world. The atmosphere is nice and the wait staff is OK. I've been there twice now and both the servers I had seemed inexperienced but friendly. The prices were fair I think for what you get. Anyway I'd go back for breakfast or brunch if your looking for a nice spot to take someone to, fair prices, and great location in downtown silver spring. Plus if you love eggs benedict (like me) they have over 8 varities !
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Kit W.
Overall the food is very average. Similar to a chain restaurant. The desserts look much better than they taste and the entrees can be a little pricey for the flavor of the dish.
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Tianna S.
Yuckity yuck yuck. I wish I liked this restaurant because so many people come to eat here. I've been a few times and sadly, I'm just very unimpressed. The service may be with a smile, but it's always slow. Today, we were helped by another server(not at our request) and I could feel the looks from the original server who's table we were holding up. I had the Lobster Benny and it was okay, but of course, I "eggspected" much better quality of lobster meat. The potatoes have never let me down and I ate most of them. My poached egg was cooked perfectly, so yes, they can make a good egg. Hooray.
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Romel M.
This place has a bad infestation of ROACHES look at your food before you eat it and look closely at your drink too, they have roaches everywhere
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Tom C.
Had the Chesapeake eggs Benedict. Overall pretty good but nothing extraordinary. Need to try out more of the menu before I can really give this place a proper review.
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Lisa G.
Respectable for a chain! You might have to wait to get seated, and service might not be the most attentive, but the food is incredible. Everything is very tasty and well-seasoned or sauced. I usually get the Chesapeake Benedict. The worst part about this place is that there are too many options. I always want one of each. Seems like everyone knows this is THE place to go to nurse a hangover, ha!
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Patreace T.
This was the first time I've experienced Eggspectation. My friend told me it was great but she had never been to the one in Silver Spring. There was a 30 minute wait which on a weekend could be expected. Once we sat down though and ordered there was another long wait for our food to come. When the food came out it was not hot. We didn't have silverware yet and my friends food which came with toast didn't have it. We asked about it and it was never brought. Then when we told our waitress again she said she would bring it but my friend was already done with her other food. The food was ok but it wasn't a great first impression I am not pressed to go back or tell anyone else to go. I had Eggstravaganza with French toast, bacon, scrambled eggs and potatoes. It was enough food to fill me up but maybe I will try a different location in the future.
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Hengxuan H.
Terrible service, dirty plates and silverware, but worst of all the food was not even fresh (tasted literally like used table cloth). Will never visit this place again.
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Rebecca F.
Left after being ignored for 15 minutes when there were only 4 other tables occupied. Skip this restaurant and spend your money elsewhere!
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Vicki K.
I came here for the first and last time today. My french toast flambe was good, soggy but good. The service was terrible. My server never came to check to see how everything was. When I asked where the restrooms were, I was pointed to them after her back was turned to me. I am new in town and trying to find new and good places to eat.
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Mya W.
I ordered the Eggsuberant meal and it was not good at all. The pancakes weren't fluffy and had too much confectioners sugar on it. The eggs weren't cooked correctly I asked for over easy and they were a little hard cooked and the potatoes were awful!!!! Bland, overcooked and tasteless(lacking serious seasoning). The turkey bacon was good. My waiter was disinterested and not attentive. Had to call him on his behavior. He was cool with it and he became more attentive. Although when I ordered the potatoes I asked for some grilled onions with it. Didn't come with the meal, he went and got it on the side. He bought a whole grilled onion, it was ridiculous. Didn't like the food at all. A waste of money.
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Sierra P.
I come here with my mom and husband on occasion for brunch and always have a pleasant experience when I visit. Nice staff and the food is always good (it isn't like POW amazing good - which is why I give it 4 stars, but it's good and I leave satisfied every time). The atmosphere is really unique too, and I love their bathrooms. I definitely recommend it over IHOP.
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Stefanie W.
Food was inedible. Sent back sandwich with soggy bread. Salad had little or no flavor or dressing. Iced teas had to be requested twice. Not going back anytime soon. this used to be a nice place to eat.
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Jason B.
Good food! I enjoyed myself and will stop by next time I am in town. The French toast was some of the best I had and you get pretty good portions.
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Michelle G.
I happened to visit this restaurant twice in one weekend. Once for brunch on a Saturday and once for dinner on a Sunday. After this disappointing double-dose, let's just say I don't "eggspect" to be visiting this restaurant again any time soon. Why did I go twice in one weekend if it was so disappointing you may ask? Well, I purchased a Groupon but didn't read the fine print - it had to used after 3PM. So we went once for breakfast and the next day for dinner (in order to use the Groupon). For starters, the bathrooms were pretty messy and kind of dysfunctional. For example, on my second visit the paper towel dispensers were just hanging open and none of the soap dispensers worked. Instead, someone had filled up a large kitchen squirt bottle with soap and left that on the counter. It was as if the manager just couldn't bothered with figuring out how to refill the soap or paper towel dispensers. At least the toilet paper dispensers were working. Secondly, the service was slow. On a Sunday night, the restaurant wasn't busy, but it still took a good 25 minutes for us to get our food. The server never checked on us after we received our food. Also, there was a really loud, really drunk lady sitting near us who could barely stand up. She kept raising her voice at her dining companion in a way that kind of demanded attention. Since we were the only ones sitting nearby, I guess management didn't think it was enough of a disturbance to ask her to leave. Actually, I never saw the manager, so who knows, maybe they just didn't care. Finally, the food wasn't good. On the Sunday evening, the salad I ordered was filled with some really limp, sad-looking lettuce and discolored cherry tomatoes. I was really disappointed and decided to wait for the server to come back so that I could send it back. Well, she never showed up and I didn't feel like roaming around the restaurant with my wretched little salad in hand, so I just ate the good parts (avocado, kalamata olives) and left the rest on the plate. It wasn't until after I left that I realized: Hey, that $13 salad was supposed to have CHICKEN on it! I am really kicking myself now for not realizing this at the restaurant. The fries on my husband's plate were stale. All in all, I didn't have a great "eggsperience" here and think it's a bit overpriced for what you're getting. Don't bother.
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Desiree M.
I've been here twice now. Once to dine in which everything tasted bland and fake. Like the eggs are not real and are substitute. So today I decided to try them again but instead of dining in I did pick up. The guy who took my order over the phone was very friendly but as soon as I walked inside I got a completely different vibe. Everyone was so stank and rude especially the bartenders. So I had to go to the bar to pick up my order and after being given a few death stares from the bartenders someone finally acknowledged me. After I told her my name not another word was spoken to me from that point forward. No give me one moment it'll be right out or here's your check. NOTHING. So I waited and realized someone placed the check in front of me so I placed my money inside, closed it and waited... And waited... And waited for over 10 mins and no one ever came back or said anything. My food was definitely ready as I placed the order 30 mins prior so what the hold up was beats me. Even if it wasn't ready or there was some type of issue at least say something or acknowledge my presence geesh!! So I waited a lil longer and after realizing they were intentionally ignoring me I took my money and walked out. So rude.... I should have asked for a manager but I had such little patience at the point I was so over it.
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Andrew W.
I left here tonight extremely disappointed. After about 45 minutes of waiting, the manager approached our table and informed us that the kitchen printer was broken and it would be just a little longer before our food comes out. She kindly offered us both a discount and a free dessert. The waiter then came over and offered the same. This was genuinely appreciated. When the food did finally come out, the waiter admitted that my friend's burger had been waiting in the window and was probably cold. Ok???? Why would you even serve something you know is bad? After dinner came and went, the waiter asked if we still wanted the cake. Obviously. So, it comes time for the bill to be split and he asks who will be paying for the cake. Really? We also did not receive a discount like promised. To top it off, the waiter made a joke about our cards being charged twice, which was not well received. I don't know if this is par for the course at Eggspectation, but I certainly have no desire to try it again. There are better places to spend your money in Silver Spring other than paying $17 to wait for 3 hours.
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Gervaise L.
I've been to Eggspectation many times (the first time in Montreal) and generally have a good experience. I often get the same salad (Avocado Grilled Chicken) which is very good. They also have a really nice craft beer list that helpfully lists ABV percentages. But my last experience there was not so good in one respect. The usual dining room was closed because of lack of heat and we sat in the bar. The radio was on, playing terrible, dated pop music, and more than one TV was on with the volume up (sports and people arguing about Bill Cosby and Ebola). We asked the waiter to see if it was possible to reduce the noise to a single stream. He said he asked his manager but nothing ever came of it. This kind of noise pollution is a dealbreaker.
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Bryony B.
I was turned off from this place since I thought they just had a lot of egg things - but it turns out they actually have a good variety. I came here once or twice and it wasn't so memorable. However, this last time I really liked the menu and the vibe. I had french toast for brunch and it was really good. They also have a nice selection of cakes and pies, etc. I don't like that it always seems to be super crowded - I don't like waiting so long for a place that doesn't seem to deserve that level of commitment - but perhaps its because I'm not stuck on going somewhere in Silver Spring - and even now, there are some good places in Silver Spring if you don't get lazy. I would go back again though if friends asked - probably not on my own.
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Y V.
Disappointed after high eggspectations. I didn't realize this was a chain. After seeing a huge line at this place on a Saturday afternoon, I thought this had to be a great place. I like all foods and all things fried eggs, but this was such a let down. You'd thing a place with "egg" in the name would be good at making eggs. It's not. Don't expect something amazing or crazy. I'd put it a notch or two above IHOP but only because the restaurant setting makes you think you think you should be getting better food.
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Anna C.
I went here last weekend to visit a friend and this was our second lunch spot on the second day of my stay. It's a diner style restaurant. I ordered a Pink Perfection smoothie, the crab cakes, and the Eggsuberant (fancy). Pink Perfection smoothie: A little too sour and water down but i still drank it all since it's healthy. It's a blend of raspberries, strawberries, yogurt and cranberry juice. Crab cakes: the crab cakes itself were small. Comes in three pieces. It was ok. Not as great as the ones i had in D.C. the day before. Eggsuberant: I was stuffed and was having food coma at the end. The eggs were cooked to my liking, over easy. The pancakes were fluffy and tasty. The sausage was oily but great. You can choose another type of meat if you don't prefer sausage. The grill potatoes are sliced in a oval shape and thin like chips. They were delicious. I think it's the best potatoes i ever tasted. It also comes with a slice of watermelon. It was alright. Service was great. Price is not too pricey. The bathroom had stalls. It was packed that day so we had to wait on line for about 20 mins.
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Renee' H.
I enjoy the outdoor seating on early mornings before it's crowded with kids in bathing suits playing in the fountain and teens loitering with nothing to do. I enjoy the food a lot better than disgusting IHOP, even though it is just your average morning fare. I hate, I mean hate, the juice. I get that's it's fresh squeezed from real oranges but what's the point in not straining it, giving you eight ounces of seeds, pulp, and stringy orange casing. So what you actually get is four ounces of juice and four ounces of trash. On top of that, it's five dollars! Which is crazy for one disgustingly rough gulp of juice. I would enjoy the fresh squeezed -what they call large (8 ounce) - glass of five dollar juice if it was at least strained and chilled before coming to the table. In all honesty, I and eggspectatiom both would be better off with a large (16oz) glass of Simply Orange or Florida's Natural from Giant supermarket.
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Kaye N.
i had visited twice in this location. the first time for bfast,it was pretty crowded and we had a 20min wait until we got seated. the ambiance was not bad. very casual. and they have a bar as well where they customers can wait. i ordered the french toast flambè with the strawberries and bananas on top. it was good but but can be overwhelmingly sweet. my boyfriend ordered the chocolate pancakes which turned out to be good as well but he said the same thing with regards to the pancakes,it was too sweet towards the end of his meal. my friend got the bagel and he loved it! the second time we visited it wasnt too crowded,twas around 3pm. we ordered steak. they where good! we also ordered the honey old bay wings(A MUST TRY!) and the mild wings. pleasant visit. staff where friendly and informative. would come back and visit again:)
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Tawana A.
The food is GREAT but the service sucks! I've been at this establishment 3 times. The first time was superb. The second I just chalked it off to a bad night. This last time was enough for me to vow not to return. Waiting 12 minutes for water and for the waitress to return to take our order was insane. To almost have to get our own silver ware was insane. To have to go to the bar to get my check, or better yet have the waitress at the bar call me to come over to the bar to get my check, was crazy. I'm big on tipping but tonight they got nothing. It was well deserved.
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Ros K.
I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict* (Two eggs poached on a bed of lump crab meat with gruyère cheese and our classic hollandaise sauce.) Even though the description states the the eggs are on a BED of LUMP crab meat this was clearly not the case! I had a few STRINGS of crab meat under a slather of hollandaise sause (I guess so you could not tell that there was NO crab meat). When I asked the waiter where my crab meat was, he said that it comes like that. This this is suppose to come with chef's seasonal fruit garnish and grilled potatoes. The potatoes are not grilled but fried and the seasonal fruit consisted of one slice of melon and one orange slice. You would enjoy this place if you like misleading menus and small portions.
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Alexandra S.
As one would expect from the name, their egg dishes are really excellent. I have an omelet almost every time I go and they cook it just right. The service can be a bit slow around Sunday brunch time so we just sit at the bar counter where the service is always great. Coffee is pretty good too and the muffins are good albeit not the best ever.
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Duke F.
This place reminds me of many hangovers in DC area... located downtown silver spring .. I always meet my boi t lewis at this place. The bartender krysti at that time always makes my drinks beyong strong. I call it alcohol poison.. when order the long island ice tea;; they always give u a tall glass with 99 percent liquor and a splash of coke. They have great deal bar menu: chicken wings with reasonnable price; quesadilla; calamari and much more. Nice area to chill and have a drink.
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Bailey G.
We came for brunch and were completely and pleasantly surprised. The pictures don't do it justice- there are a ton of options and its a little pricey (but totally worth it). It was the perfect brunch! You want to go here!
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Monisha C.
Roasted red pepper chicken crepe was fairly tasty, but overpriced, slow service, and empty room kind of put a damper on whatever was going for it. Good for a change of pace relative to the other options available in that area, in that there are eggs in everything -- and by the way, the menu is overwhelmingly long -- but not too impressed. A good concept in need of major revisions.
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Ronald W.
Their customer service is very good. We hosted a meeting for 30 and they catered to our every need. I recommend for large parties or corporate meetings.
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Molly T.
Boo. Forget this place. Go to Tastee Diner down the street. Eggspectation is overpriced and just not that good. Not 'bad,' per say, but I won't be going back here.
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Miss L.
Don't order the crab cake. Tiny! This was actually one of our favorite places to eat. But recently, I ordered the crab cake (which I've ordered many times before). It was literally half the size that it has been in the past. I complained. The manager came over and she gave me some lame excuse about the crab cake being packed too tightly. NO! I'm not blind or stupid. That crab cake was tiny. Usually I can't eat it all and I have to get a to go box. This day I finished all of my food, and was still hungry. The crab cake is good, but totally not worth $15.99. Note to restaurant: If you're going to decrease the size, decease the price. Enough of my crab cake rant. They do have nice happy hour specials. The bartenders tend to forget that you're there if you sit in the tables instead of at the bar. Undecided about returning. Thanks for reading!
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M. J.
I was there on a regular Saturday night with two kids. I am not a hard to please diner but the place was filthy, as in garbage under the tables filthy, dropped food, old napkins, straws, crayola packets etc. There were vast trails of water on the floor making everything even stickier. This place is in desperate need of a face lift. The food was okay, came in a timely fashion. The service was fine. I had a groupon. I will not be back.
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Jose V.
It was good! The food, the service, and the experience!
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H A.
I went to this establishment because I was expecting great brunch food. However, it was overall disappointment. I love coffee so I ordered a mocha latte. Instead what I got was more like hot cocoa. It was soo sweet and it tasted like it was made from a bag of powder and stirred with hot water or from a machine at 7-11. I asked them how they made it and it was not explained very well. I end up sending it back for OJ. The OJ had some black thing floating in it. By this time, I decided to just keep it and drink the water I had. When my meal came, I was thinking omg should have gone somewhere else. My banana pancakes were plain pancakes. They forgot. I sent it back for banana pancakes. When it came again, I was very disappointed. Banana slices were cut and added to the top of the plain pancakes. Of all the breakfast place I have been when I order specially made pancakes, the fruit or chocolate chips etc were added to the batter. It was overall disappointing. I wanted my money back. I definitely would not come back. This place is worst then Denny's. If you want to go here, I would tell you to go to Denny's instead.
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Brian R.
Went to breakfast today after visiting my son for the weekend .... Been here 4 times over the years when we get down to silver spring .... Always good food... The staff very friendly .... Good atmosphere ... Def will be back again during our next visit
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Jalisa J.
Came here for brunch and thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was excellent. Got an omelet with potatoes and all was good. The mimosa's are extremely weak, this is not a good place to come for those in the least bit...no unlimited either...but they were not good at all so this place shouldn't have them. But the food is great!
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Roman K.
I've wanted to come here for a long time, and I was not disappointed. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming with beautiful autumnal decorations. The tables are beautiful. I ordered the Waffles Benedict and a caramel latte, and the presentation of both was phenomenal. The eggs were perfectly poached, the waffles soft but beautifully browned, home fries perfectly seasoned, coffee expertly blended. The prices were higher than expected, but for the quality of cooking and presentation they were fair. This was during lunchtime on a Friday, and I will be returning again during peak hours to see if it's just as good then.
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L H.
Mmm, their pancake bacon sausage dish is delicious. I've been a couple time, but this dish is all I remember. Service is usually good, but the wait on the weekends can be long.
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Andrea C.
The interior design and overall atmosphere is great, but I'll be speaking specifically in regards to food and service. The food is not very memorable and the standards are not very impressive. The mango burger is okay, but nothing special. There are far better burger places in the local area, so if you're planning on ordering a burger, I'd consider other places or think about ordering breakfast food. A friend of mine ordered soda and it was watered down so badly that there was no carbonation and the color was questionable. The first order of ginger ale failed. The next order of soda failed. After that, he settled with a lemonade if I remember correctly. The smoothies, which sounded amazing, are way overpriced. $7 for a smoothie that tasted the same as my homemade smoothies. My husband took a sip and looked at me and said, "They taste just like yours!" We definitely cringed when we thought about how we paid $7 for that... If you are ordering some form of cake, make sure you ask that it is a fresh slice that hasn't been exposed for hours. They take a slice of refrigerated cake that sits through the day. If you get a slice that has been exposed, expect a very stale piece of cake that surely won't satisfy.
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Cheryl R.
Strawberry pancakes were so good. Service was good. Food is good. Portions are perfect. They have a lot of choices and a bakery
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Sukari B.
Tried the sky high pancakes which was amazing. It's a tower of their pancakes with bacon and sausage in between each layer. I WAS IN HEAVEN it was so yummy. And the side of potatoes were delicious as well. I also ordered a sweet tea. It was tasty, not as sweet as what I'm used to but decent. Went here after church and it wasn't too crowded which was great since I was hungry. My best friend ordered the Yolk around the clock. She enjoyed it and says it was good for the most part although she had a few disappointing moments with the eggs. Overall I would definitely come back here =)
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Gray S.
1 because I love the food and I think they have the best Bloody Mary in the DMV. THE SERVICE HOWEVER SUCKS. I'd give 4 stars for everything but service. However this is a review after many visits and sadly I just expect the bad service . Today though the server literally pushed us out the door and my children were far from done eating. At the table less than 30 minutes. I won't be back. 1 star because food is only part of the experience, the service makes the experience and memory.
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Keith S.
I must ask who are these people giving such positive reviews. The place is often under staffed my first time here I was ignored for forty minutes. getting anyone's attention was a chore. my second time I ordered beer and food got them and closed out my tab immediately.. Later I ordered one last beer. When I got the tab for it a different server gave me the tab. They tried to charge me for the previous ordered I had already paid for. I had the receipt to show that the purchase was already made. Overall, this experience was not so great. It has been a few months since this occurred, but I would be wary when going here. The items on the menu are a bit overpriced.
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Leslie M.
3.5 stars for the food. The food is decent and they have a large selection. The 4th star is for customer service. In a time when the focus on great customer service seems to be on the decline, I was surprised by the level of service that we experienced this morning. The first crab benedict that my girlfriend got was cold. She hates sending food back. Immediately, the manager noticed that we weren't happy and approached our table, apologized and brought out a new benedict within 4 minutes. Appreciating the level of service. I'll go back.
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Alexis K.
Took the waitress a couple of minutes to come and get our drink orders but that was rectified by decent service and pretty tastes brunch! I ordered the breakfast burrito which could have had more ingredients in it but was tastey! Husband got the Heuvos Rancheros which was also tastey! The place was pretty and cool inside.
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James O.
Came for brunch, service was much better than it has been in the past. Had the Nero latte, or something like that, basically a latter made with chocolate milk, it delivered what you would think that would taste like. The food is Ok, you can get every combination of eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes and waffles you could ever want, they just all taste ok, nothing bad but nothing great
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Paul D.
Incredibly bad service and very basic, but expensive food in one of those loud, middle-America-type of restaurants. My server never said Hi or Good Morning. She just appeared, took my order, and disappeared until I finished my meal, and asked how the meal went. I had to flag down someone to get me water, a coffee refill, and some condiments. Interestingly, there are lots of workers walking around here, and they seem pretty friendly. But my server wasn't around. The food is your basic American breakfast stuff. Bland, but popular and expensive.
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Amy M.
The first time we came here, we had a so-so, non-memorable experience. Perhaps they were more on their game today, but our meal was wonderful, and that included having a rowdy toddler and whiny baby doing everything they could to ruin the experience. For what this place strives to be - a family friendly breakfast'y place with a big menu, it's awesome. Great food, excellent service, and we seated 10 minutes into our 20 minute wait time. Crayons for the kids, fireplace blazing, festive atmosphere, and a fun urban location which allows you to walk off your food afterwards. Almost forgot to mention: we had a lobster omelette, breakfast burrito, and fried green tomatoes. The fried greens were tasty, but we were a bit disappointed that they didn't include a dipping sauce.
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Justin C.
Awesome pancakes very creative dishes. Service was a little bit on the slow side but the manager quickly addressed the problem. Overall this a more upscale version of IHOP.
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Tariq K.
Great spot for breakfast brunch or lunch. Service varies with how busy they are - we usually get there pretty early (kids...) and they're quick and friendly. Good for kids, good if not great food, moderately priced, safe option.
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T W.
My family and I came here for a bday dinner. We had a party of about 16 people. We had one server :( . My family wasn't over demanding or over bearing however our server felt the need to constantly remind us that she is "just one person". Lol. The food was meh. For my appetizer I had the firecracker shrimp and the honey old bay wings. The wings were bland and the shrimp were good but nothing to brag about. For my entree, I had the jeggbalaya. It was jambalaya basically. In it was shrimp, chicken, chorizo, and crawfish tails. To me it did not taste Cajun enough. It was very bland. I tasted the lamb from a dish "lamb lollipops" the lamb tasted good. I also sampled the pancakes they were very good. I don't think I would come back here to eat unless it was for a bday dinner or something along those lines
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Whitney M.
Brunch/breakfast is pretty good/a little pricey. I really like their happy hour on weeknights for wine and appetizers. Service is always pretty great.
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Emelia M.
Breakfast food anyone? Been here maybe five times (so far). Tried the steak and eggs, crab dip, veggie omelet and crab cakes. The steak and eggs have always been good, no complaints. The crab dip was cold once which was quickly rectified. Their crab cakes are a little on the pricey side in comparison to other places, but good nonetheless. Their drinks have always been a hit or miss. Usually a miss first, then a hit with the second drink order. Their cocktails never seem strong enough in my opinion but try it for yourself. Overall a great location (downtown silver spring), a nice selection of drinks, with decent enough (sometimes eggstreamly slow) service more often than not. A solid place to dine.
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Casually A.
My girlfriend and I came to this place for a quick brunch. We were pleasantly surprised that at 130 on a Saturday there was no wait at all. The peach Bellini was awesome. We ordered the lobster grits and eggstravaganza, which included French toast, eggs, your choice of meat, and potatoes with onions. Every part of the meal was amazing. I will be back for more breakfast and to sample their extensive lunch menu as well!
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Angela T.
Meh. The food is ok. The service is mediocre at best. Something annoying happens every time I go here. The food is cold. The waiter doesn't come back forever. The bill is wrong. Ugh. I get lured in by the frequent Groupons. I'm officially over it, even at a discount.
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Marie S.
Visiting from Boston and was looking for fresh crab. The Crab Stack was amazing!! I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of crab. The flavored were perfect. Can't wait to stop by on my next visit.
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Elsa M.
Here are bullet points: * Our waiter, Jordan, gets 5 stars. He was awesome. * The kitchen forgot to add cheese to two of the seven orders from our party * Jordan got it taken care of and the manager even stopped by to make sure we were cool. Nice touch, especially since they happily re-made the dishes and still had both people keep the original orders what came out without the cheese. Accidents happen, but how you handle them makes all the difference. Eggspectation is a great job * Everyone was satisfied with their meals, including me. I usually get a pancake meal from them, but this time I was all omelette and opted for the "Egg-chilada" which was good - not loaded down with a lot of stuff though (which was both good and bad). I would have liked a little more cheese and a dollop of sour cream to complete the 'chilada' feel. * We told Jordan that it was my father-in-law's birthday and he kindly brought out a complimentary waffled with whipped cream and chocolate sauce with a candle. ADORBS! And, lucky for us, it was a bit too rich for him so we call got to partake. YUM YUM! It was delicious! * Some of the members of our party tried to order dessert to take home, but they were out of the top two requests - the Red Velvet and the Cheesecake. That's a no-no! Order more so this doesn't happen again. You are known for your desserts. You don't see Cheesecake Factory running out, do you? lol * Also - it gets really crowded and a bit noisy. It's not all bad, but can be hectic. Be forewarned. All in all, Jordan's expert service, the birthday treat, and the food itself, pumped this experience up from a 3-star to a 4-star for me.
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Amanda M.
I really love Eggspectations and used to frequent the one in Columbia, MD pretty regularly. The food in Silver Spring is just as good, but the service leaves something to be desired. I sat on the patio yesterday with my boyfriend, who ordered an appetizer based off of a menu provided to us about happy hour specials that were 5$. We found out later that it was only 5$ at the bar, but the menu they provided was extremely misleading in acknowledging this. I asked a waiter for the manager when we received our bill, who didn't come out for 10 minutes, who I then had to track down inside. Additionally, we waited way too long for our drinks and they got several things wrong with my boyfriend's order. The food was exceptional otherwise.
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Meka B.
Friends came as a party of 3 & the service was horrible. After waiting an hour for food my friends food arrived & mine didnt. I ordered eggs, biscuits & gravy, & bacon. 15 minutes later I received my eggs "only". About another 15 minutes later I received my biscuits & gravy, but still no bacon. Management came over & apologized, & said the kitchen is crazy and we are not the only ones affected. After I said that I would never return he gave us cards for free smoothies. Smh By the time I ate my eggs they were cold & had shells in it. Manager checked on us again, I said I still do not have my bacon & there are shells in my eggs, he apologized & said well with all the eggs that they make shells are sometimes left by mistake. Well, it's a good thing that I didn't cut my gums on a shell. The manager came back again & said for the inconvenience my food would be free. Well, it wasn't really free he just knocked $10.99 off. I guess they were having a bad day, but this was my 1st & last time at this place.
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Diana J.
Grits!! Delish!! Food is good service is awful. Come prepared to be ignored and then quickly rushed out. Meaning my server gave me the check WHILE I was still eating my meal. What if I wanted dessert hmmm???
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S W.
I've been twice. The first time I had the lobster omelet with the potatoes. It was very good. This time I had the lobster grits with shrimp. The grits were a bit loose for me but overall it was really good and I'd order it again. My son has had the french toast, which was great, and the belgian waffle, also really good. I like the variety of the menu. So many more dishes I'm dying to try.
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George M.
4.5 stars for ambience.... Nicely done. 3 stars for food, not that there was anything wrong with my omelette or the veggie crepe I ordered. Coffee was hot and service very polite and efficient. I'm going again to try some of their more ambitious dishes. Free weekend parking, great farmers market right outside on Saturdays. Silver Spring has come a long way in the last 10 years. Definitely recommended and perhaps an extra star is warranted if the non-breakfast food checks out.
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Quanda A.
For the first time in a long time, the service was the primary issue at Eggspectations. Our ticket was lost so our food took about 45 minutes. We were already hungry so this was really unfortunate. The good news is that the manager comped half of our meal. I had the breakfast burrito. It was good but two ChikfilA breakfast burritos would have been as good for half the price. My husband's French toast was above average. The rest of his Eggstravaganza plate was a little tired with pretty small portions. Overall, this place was good not great.
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Amy P.
I would actually give 3.5 stars if could. It is pretty busy here on New Years Day. Everyone is here for brunch. Some people look a little hung over. The food was decent although my husbands bacon was undercooked. Lobster Benny was just OK but overpriced. Waiter was nice. The show on one of the TVs was about the UFC so there lots of scenes with men beating each to bloody pulp. Not really something that I want to watch while eating.
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Lorena B.
I can be snobby about chain restaurants but I must admit that my eggspectaions were eggceeded here.* The grilled chicken havarti sandwich was nothing to scoff at, smothered as it was in havarti cheese with tomato and avocado (no eggs though). The french fries they came with were deep fried eggspertly crisp and tasted better than most restaurants' fries. Feeling bold, I ordered the Jon's Favorite Crepes for dessert. That Jon must have an eggspecially hearty appetite. The two crepes were stuffed to eggcess with strawberries and bananas and served with a scoop of ice cream. They were much thicker than what any creperie would serve but overall they were good. The dessert could eggsily be shared by two or three, if not four people. Lastly, our server Abraham was eggcellent. He was very patient while my ex co-workers and I chatted for about 15 minutes instead of opening our menus, and then spent another 15 minutes browsing the huge menu and asking questions. Plus, he had a marvelous accent. *I only wrote this review so I could use egg puns. I'm not sorry.
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Jeremy L.
I would give this place no stars if it were possible. It's my fault. I should've known that going into a place named "Eggspectation" would not produce a culinary masterpiece. The only thing you can Eggspect is diarrhea.
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Sujit B.
The place is a nice ambiance, people are friendly, but the food is overpriced and not amazingly tasty. How do you mess up a grill cheese? It was over cooked and hardly any cheese and cold. The potatoes lyanaise style are supposed to be special, but they were okay. Had to ask for a refill on my soda, ask if my English muffin was wheat (i ordered a plain, but it looked wheat because over toasted) and had to ask for the cream cheese i had ordered. We hadn't received our food yet and some girl working there just came and picked up the jelly my friend was going to use for the toast and we had to ask her to give it back. Not impressed. At least the omelette my friend ordered was good, but that was the only thing good, which i wasn't eating.
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keola'i g.
First, I have to say I'm a brunch snot and a half. After living in the Richmond market for years, I have truly appreciated the meal. (side note for those who've not had the pleasure with an unusual and rare side of pain in the RVA area, Richmond is as much a home of aspiring and divine indie restaurants as most other major metro areas, I wish I could make this sh*t up). I digress, so, since moving to DC I've had a REALLY tough finding a decent brunch. Breakfast, sure. Brunch? A lot more tough than one might think. So, finding this spot (and a small chain, I mentioned snob right?) I was very pleased. We went on a Sunday (11am with a 30 min wait) worth it, especially because I've been on a rabid hunt, was beyond what I'd been hoping for. I judge brunch based on initial menu options, service, and finally on eggs benebict. A tough dish to nail in a busy restaurant etc. But with the exception of moderately subpar service (newbie) and therefore some details overlooked, it has been by far the true, best brunch spot I've found in a 15 mile radius of the city. We will certainly be back as soon as this Sunday and are looking forward to trying dinner there as well.
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Chris B.
Wife and I made our first visit to this restaurant this past Sunday for a late lunch. The food was amazing! The service was not so great but I assume it was isolated to only our server, as I saw the other servers taking great care of their customers. We had defiled eggs as our appetizer and they were delicious with a hint of spice to them. Never had reviled eggs like these before. The wife had rancho juevos I believe it was called, and she was more than satisfied with the meal. As for me, I stuck to the simple and had a very tasty Reuben sandwich. Overall this place was great, I thought about giving three stars for the lack of service but realized maybe the server we had was just having a rough day.
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Sandra B.
I was not thrilled to be going to this place, as I'm not the biggest fan of the egg, however my best friend was in town and was excited about this possibility. We went for brunch, were seated, and our friendly and knowledgable waiter Kevin served us. He was so pleasant. Anyhow, when I opened the menu, I almost fell out of my seat when I saw that they had a Mango Burger. Doesnt that just sound great! There were so many non-egg dishes, as well as a great variety of egg dishes. I opted for a Mexican inspired omlette and a pineapple mimosa (so good!) and my BFF ate Strawberry French toast with a side of scrambled eggs and home fries. The meal from beginning to end was excellent! I had a cappachino to top off my meal and she had a shot of espresso (the espresso's come in several variety's such as ice cream and Bailey's). Although it was pricey, the amount of combinations and creations at this place is worth it. I am looking forward to going back again and again.
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Jackie T.
Went here for Sunday Brunch and to wait a short while to be seated. The menu was quite extensive and prices were great! Many items under $10. Portions were large, but the meal was average. Not sure we'll be back, the quality is slightly above what you'd expect at a corner diner.
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Kate M.
I was a little hesitant walking into Eggspectation having read the lukewarm reviews it's gotten on here. My non-Silver Springer friends were really excited about a restaurant that specializes in eggs, though, so we had to go. It was not bad at all. Pretty good, in fact. Our meals weren't phenomenal, but we were all really happy. Nothing here is going to change your life, and you won't find yourself raving about the place to all your friends, but you'll probably walk away satisfied. The menu is huge, so you're guaranteed to find something you want to eat. I had the vegetarian omelet with egg whites and it was packed with lots of fresh veggies. The eggs were cooked properly and not overly salty. It could have been a little less greasy, though. Same goes for the fried potatoes that came on the side. Service was pretty slow, too. The place is huge, with lots of rooms, and we couldn't always see our waitress, making it hard to get her attention. The food took longer than I would have expected to arrive, too, considering how not-full the restaurant was. These are not the kinds of complaints that would keep me from coming back, though, and my friends definitely felt the same way.
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Scotto B.
Food was tasty, but not exceptional (note, I didn't do the whole egg pun thing.) I tried the Chesapeake Benedict, and it was and even 5/10. The service was good, but didn't seem to get that 5 people might have trouble sitting around a 4 person table... especially once the plates of food arrived.
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Chris D.
Marvin is a great bartender. Always gives me great service
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Beverly H.
I tried this place several times, because co-workers want to come here for some reason. To me, the food seems overpriced for what you get. Once I ordered banana pancakes because they were the cheapest thing available - at $8. For pancakes! Worse, they just dumped cold banana slices on top. Even I can make these things right, and I'm the lamest cook ever to walk the earth. Also, the acoustics in the bar area are terrible when it gets crowded. I finally stopped going to happy hour, even though it makes me look unsociable. Not much point, since I can't hear a word anyone is saying.
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Minjae O.
Looking for breakfast of champions? You've come to the right place. Eggspectation is a spacious eatery in Silver Spring that serves breakfast food at all hours, including chocolate chip pancakes (mmmmm). I would equate the Eggspectation experience to that of Cheesecake Factory in terms of atmosphere (maybe a little less crazy) and menu (gynormous) selection. Everything tends to be a bit pricey - my cheese crepe was at least $10.95 with nothing on the side - but that's about par for the course for this place. My friend had a burger, which looked pretty good, too. But the big winner was the aforementioned chocolate chip pancake, drizzled in all kinds of syrup and powdered sugar. Yeah, it's probably best you order it and split it with a few people. The service was kind of slow during a busy weekday lunch time, so I wouldn't go here if you were in a rush. All in all, a quirky spot with a distinct personality.
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Daisy L.
Delicious, but service is a little lacking. Their red velvet cake is also lacking. However, the breakfast food items are excellent. French toast is yummy.
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Roll T.
3.25 stars. Ordering something other than eggs at a place named Eggspectation is akin to ordering seafood at a steak restaurant. You can do it, but obviously, you are not focusing on the restaurant's alleged specialty. The review of the Toronto restaurant is inapplicable to the Silver Spring location; namely, they do have egg options with seafood and the restaurant stays open past 5 PM. Indeed, my girlfriend and I went around 7PM because we missed our semi-traditional Sunday brunch. Food: We both ordered variations of Eggs Benedict. I went with their Boca Raton plate which consisted of two eggs (mostly egg yolk), spinach, guacamole, and gruyere cheese with a general helping of hollaindaise sauce. The plate was massive, and it included a couple of pieces of bread as well. My girlfriend ordered the California Benedict which was similar to my plate except I think it used asparagus instead of guacamole and included smoked salmon (I hate smoked salmon). She appeared to enjoy it. Overall, this is just a decent oddity to check out, especially if you are in the mood for eggs after breakfast. Having said that, I wouldn't necessarily consider it a desination either.
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Jeff C.
The first time I was at an eggspectation was when I was in Montreal. I took the chance and had their omlet and a large fruit plate. Sipping on the page drink (and spitting out the raspberry seeds), I told myself "boy, if I can tolerate the freezing weather of Montreal, this place would be a real treat." A real treat it was as you rarely get American breakfast places serving up so many fruit options. For those expecting good ol' greasy hearty breakfast, this may be a little off. I remember on a trip to Boston, we were introduced by hotel Concierge to a "unique" breakfast place on the freedom trail that is known for their "fresh fruits." We waited in line for an hour, then realized that this hype is nothing compared to what I got in Eggspectations. So I finally made it to DC, and suprise, Eggspectation is actually in the neighborhood. I don't like their prices, the limited or odd selections or the large portion of their foods (except for the fruits). But I go there for the fruit drinks, and the fruit plate, which people stare at and wonder where that came from. Yes, they got rid of the seeds from the Page fruit drink. If you like fruits, you owe it to yourself to get a large fruit plate to share with someone. To assemble and enjoy 10 types of fruits on a plate, is a wonderful experience.
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Mina A.
Overpriced! I struggle with paying a lot for breakfast or brunch, but I don't mind when the food is worth it. Eggspectation just wasn't worth it, the food was nothing special and not worth what they charge. The staff was great and so was the dining room, but I don't know if I'll ever go back.
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Amanda C.
There is something on the menu for everyone (breakfast, lunch & dinner 24/7!). This place is not fast food, so you shouldn't expect to be in & out, but that being said, we've never had to wait long for seating, nor for our food after we order. The atmosphere is casual, and for weekend breakfast it's pretty busy. I've never been disappointed with any food I've ordered, nor any food that I've stolen from my husband's plate. ;) We tend to bring friends here for a step above fast food/diner food and easy access to downtown Silver Spring (free parking on evenings & weekends!). The prices aren't the cheapest, but the amounts of food are good for downtown Silver Spring value. Also they have great huge pieces of cakes for dessert and delicious Italian coffee!
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Dell W.
Take an appetite with you when you go. They can do some things to eggs that are out of sight. Menu choices are great. Enjoyed my meal and it was an excellent omelet.
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Kelly L.
Eggspectation. The name would imply that this restaurant has some tasty well-prepared eggs. Well, that is not the case. I order the "Oy Vegg", a plate of latkes and eggs. I order the eggs scrambled. Everyone knows that scrambled eggs can be excellent but are tricky to prepare. I was eggspecting some very tasty scrambled eggs. What did I get? It appears that the potato pancake theme was continued with the flat egg pancake i received on top of the latkes. The eggs can only be described as a mass of egg whose yolk had been broken, placed in a hot skillet and left to cook until very solid. "Oy Vegg" is right!! Consolation - the latkes were tasty and the $4 OJ was fresh.
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Ina C.
For a chain with such a geeky name, it's not bad at all! Let's talk food. The menu is huge (think Cheesecake Factory huge)! and they have a full range of breakfast food, including French toast, pancakes, waffles, and any kind of eggs benedict you can imagine. I've tried a few of these variations (crepe, smoked salmon, etc.) and they're okay. But you won't go wrong with the classic. They also have a range of non-egg choices, though I can't remember what they have exactly. Everything I've tried here is pretty decent! Other things to know about this restaurant: Parking access is pretty easy (use the Wayne Ave. garage); Prices are reasonable; There's plenty of outdoor seating; Breakfast is served all day; Jamba juice at Whole Foods is just around the corner. If you're sick of the sticky tables at IHOP, make your way over to Eggspectation!
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Chris M.
Not bad at all. Everything was yummy especially the smoothies. I had a California Benedict. It was pretty good but I did find a huge egg shell almost my last bite. The manager did eventually come over and made sure things were ok. He took off the two smoothies from the bill, which is pretty much what I expected. Nice place to eat after my daughter goes to Gymboree nearby.
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Mimi X.
I've had better experiences than the other reviewers so far. The menu is huge and diverse, which is good for a big group with broad tastes. The burgers are decent. The chocolate cake is good. The smoothies are great. The lines are only long for weekend brunches, in my experience.
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Michael M.
This place is quickly spiraling downward. I have been going here since they opened about 8 years ago. I've had events there and have eaten there upwards of 50+ times. Without being specific, i just want to say that the service has become so self-centered that I'd rather order from a vending machine where I don't get any attitude. The bartender was more interested is charming the 2 ladies at the bar then taking the order of three business men. The food portions have been cut back so much that you would think you were in an elementary school cafeteria. I blame it all on the management/leadership. They train and tolerate this behavior. There are enough choices on this block of restaurants, and this place will be last on my list.
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Tami B.
It's out of my comfort zone to be so fond of a chain restaurant, but I love this place. I don't like the wait, but once you are seated, no complaints. I always get eggs benedict in some style or other and I ask that the muffin be toasted dark. Fresh orange juice, and what else can you want? Pretty yummy!
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Jeffry W.
Great breakfast food. Best sit-down breakfast food in the Silver Spring Area.
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Jessica J.
I've tried this place because it is close to where I live. After reviewing the website online, and the menu inside the restaurant, I had high expectations. 1) The price 2) they served different things (like tomatoes on the side) and 3) seemed to use quality ingredients. The service was great. The food was mediocre. I had the Eggsuberant. I got much less than expected. The fruit side was literally 3 small thin garnish size slices of cantaloupe, melon, & orange. The pancakes were the size of my palm, and I couldn't figure out why they decided to serve tomatoes on the side. They weren't that great. Conclusion: Very overpriced! The food is just ok. I would rather go to IHOP. Next time, I'll try a burger (the waitress recommended that) or a dessert.
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Tess B.
This place is called Eggspectation. I ordered my eggs over-easy. They arrived over-hard. Enough said.
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Asieh C.
To be honest I don't remember much about the food because my friend and I were drinking bloody marys, which I have to say were shockingly good. It was a Sunday and we thought we'd be decadent. Well the drinks came before the food, and on an empty stomach I'm sure you can figure out the rest. We had a lovely time sitting outside watching the kids jumping through the water fountain. I ordered a hamburger and my friend a salad. I remember the french fries being very good but other than that, not too much.
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Randy R.
Very expensive. $11.00 cheeseburgers. 15.99 crabcake sandwiches. 6.00 smoothies.
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Akera R.
They have a great selection of food and a nice location
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Merida F.
We went for Happy Hour and it was great! We had 3 glasses of wine, 2 drafts, and 4 appetizers(all half priced) and our bill came to just under $40!!!! The fried calamari was awesome(i was on a kick) and something I would get again.
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Smithers M.
This place is just okay. I've been here a few times and unless you're totally into breakfast, I wouldn't recommend it. Coffee was decent,...eggs were good.
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Glaciala A.
Meh, omelet was just okay...a little greasy. Plus, why do you have to pay SO much extra if you want to eat healthy? An added charge for egg whites and swapping the potatoes for fruit, that's just plain annoying. Restaurants should allow patrons to make healthier choices without so much added costs...other places will do it for minimal charges or let you pick fruit or potatoes. Service was fine, quick, but they didn't know who received which dish. Not likely to go back.
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Lani C.
I am not a picky eater and I am easy to please. I have give this place four or five visits, hoping that it would get better since it's the closest breakfast place to my apartment. Unfortunately, the food is just ok for a very high price. Prime example: a two-egg herb omlette with fries (the herb mix was dried stock from a spice rack, not fresh) should not cost more than $10. I could make something like this at home for about $2. The service does little to improve the experience. You are seated, your orders are taken after a long wait, and your check is received. That is it. I have no problem with eating this type of food with this type of service at local diners, but the decor and pricing of Eggspectations are decidedly un-diner-like. The only reason I am not giving this place a one-star is because it is clean and the decor is nice.
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PierAngeli M.
I went to Eggspectation in Silver Spring and had the crab salad. First, there was approximately a teaspoon and a half of crab meat, the dressing was lifeless and super boring and everything else about the salad was uninspiring at best. It tasted as if I had eaten cardboard with dressing on top. Perhaps, it was my fault for expecting anything other than their breakfast menu to have flavor. Needless to say, I will not be a returning customer.
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Alicia C.
Great place for brunch/breakfast. I had heard my friend rave about it for so long that I finally planned a brunch outing of my own there. The place lived up to my expectations, though the menu was a bit pricey, I still think it was worth it. More recently I went to partake in their happy hour specials... half priced appetizers and select drinks. I had the crab dip (delicious, but a bit on the salty side... as a halophile I didn't really mind though) and the chicken tenders (I know boring choice, but they were good with the honey mustard dip that came with them). Portions were big, so there was plenty to share. Which was a definite plus, as it allowed me to try some of my friend's calamari as well! My friend got a mudslide that looked amazing (sadly I was driving so could not partake in these... next time!).
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Raquel C.
Great food but pricey. I had the French toast and it was delicious. I thought this was a unique breakfast joint but found it to be more upscale than I thought. If you have out of town guests and want to go out for a wonderful brunch, this is the place but meals average on $10-$15 pp. Their menu and prices are posted outside the door so you aren't shocked when you enter and sit down. The portions are not huge and fresh fruit is served with many dishes. I enjoyed it.
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Karen C.
2 1/2 stars. it's fine but nothing spectacular. i got eggs benedict, which came on an english muffin. the poached eggs were overdone - dry and the yolk did not come running out. also i could barely taste the hollandaise sauce, if it had any flavor. the side of potatoes were good, but overall, i was less than impressed. especially since the whole dish was $13 - i'd expect much more.
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Casey G.
i loved this place. they had tons of cakes in the bakery part of the restaurant. the piece i had was eggcellent. my server was the sweetest, most helpful young lady. and, considering it was as busy as it was, she was astonishingly on-time with our service. i have not a bad word to say about this place.
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Ian N.
Crazy line during the breakfast rush: "Thirty ... 45 minutes?" "No way! Hey, there's an empty bar table!" Industrial baked goods: better than you'd get in Starbucks, but definitely more of a mass restaurant than a boutique baker. Shaky service: "Did you guys order a cranberry?" "Hunh?" I had the "brioche" sort of thing (fruit and sweet sauce on a sticky bun). It wasn't bad, but I'll poke around the menu instead of getting it again. I think I ate more sugar in that meal than I did in the preceding week.
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Andrew K.
This place is misnamed -- they have lots of nonegg options. I had the grilled chicken club, which tasted good. It was a little pricey. But, good. Word of caution: my friend ordered a crepe and the eggs came plopped right on top of the crepes. Weird.
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Amanda A.
This is a great dinner spot too. They do well with all things chicken and the pasta is top notch. The portions should satisfy most, I usually have some to take home and the oil they use makes reheating a breeze (not everything should be reheated in the microwave). Atmosphere is good, this is a chain and they all have a similar look, dark colors/dim lighting, sometimes interesting wrought iron sculptures, but it is kept clean and the staff has always been friendly.
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Holly C.
Totally overrated breakfast experience. Great location, the restaurant is cool looking inside, the service is lacking, the menu is big, the food is blah, and I probably won't go back unless my friends make me.
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Masha S.
I've gone here a few times, and each time I've had either issues with the food or service or both. Last time they got the order wrong, including bacon in the eggs when I'd asked them to hold it. Since I don't eat pork, I had to send the dish back. They didn't get my food back out until well after the rest of the table was done eating. They didn't even take it off the tab. I won't be going back.
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Becky T.
The bacon and cheddar burger that I ordered was huge, really good and came with awesome fries that were crisp and salty. It was a little pricey at $11. My friend carbed it up with blueberry french toast and a blueberry muffin which she loved. The other reviewer hit it right on the head, when he likened the place to Cheesecake Factory. I'd come back for breakfast or crepes when I feel like splurging for an AM meal.
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Kim D.
I'm surprised at the other reviews of this place - it's one of my favorites. Big variety on the menu, really good smoothies, and fresh, I repeat - FRESH orange juice. As a self-described eggs benedict snob, their hollandaise is actually pretty good. Burgers and pasta were also tasty but yes, they know their egg dishes. The one thing I don't especially like is their seating - uncomfortable booths and iron chairs took away from the experience. I took a friend from out of town and she adored it, too.
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Charlie N.
Reserved the event room, called twice to confirm, arrived with 30 to find out that room was double booked.
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dee w.
i have officially given up hope on finding a decent chain restuarant. eggspectation, which was recommended by a few of my friends, definitely did NOT meet my "eggspectations." at all. where to start. the service was ok, pretty spotty, and could have been way better, seeing as how our server only had 3 tables. but she was friendly, so fine. food. my friend ordered a scrambled egg bagel thing, and i had a spinach and black forest ham crepe with hollandaise sauce. like the reviewer below had mentioned, yes, the scrambled egg was a flat dry pancakey mess, and unlike the other reviewer had mentioned, no, this is not good hollandaise sauce. it was like straight up mayonnaise that was orange. gross. my friend's plate also came with some "fresh" fruit. not. the fruit looked like it had been out way too long, so it was slightly shriveled.
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Amanda H.
This place was pretty cool. I like the idea of eggs all day long. They have a huge menu, so I think it would be easy to please anyone. It is a little pricey for eggs, but I think the overall experience is worth it once in a while.
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Cliff E.
Eggspectations? Keep them low. Tastee diner is better choice. Somebody said it before me- expensive IHOP
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Abbey A.
I went to Eggspectation with friends for brunch today. When we got there we found that there was at least a 30 minute wait - we were trying to make it to a 1pm movie, so we opted for the open seating at the bar. It may be that it would have been better in the normal seating areas, but can't say much for the service. It was consistently slow and not particularly attentive. Again, I probably would have noticed less, but we were on a timetable. That said, we all really enjoyed our food. There are dozens of options - breakfast foods and otherwise - which definitely makes choosing difficult. I'll go back - it's solid breakfast food at a reasonable price - I just hope for better service next time.
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Stephanie V.
The coffee had chunks. There was shell in my eggs. The Hollandaise sauce was broken. What a disappointment.
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Teresa H.
It's ok... nothing extremely fantastic about it. The wait was the most irriating part of my visit. Needless to say, I thought it had a cool concept especially for a Sunday brunch and the food was good.
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Kelly K.
We first visited the Toronto location of this restaurant a couple of years ago, and were amazed to see that there was a location in Silver Spring! I have to say that our Canadian experience was much better than our American one. :( First of all, be prepared for a LONG wait. But there are benches you can sit on while you wait. Their menu is huge, and it's hard to decide what to get. I settled on a Florentine Benedict. It was ok. Nothing great. Service was spotty. They also have non-breakfasty foods on the menu, like sandwiches and steak. The menu looks so promising, but I have to say, this visit was last year, and we haven't been back. I was going to do a play on the name of this place, but I will leave that to others (ex: I really had great expectations.....). :-0
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Kavita K.
I'm one person who likes her food hot, but I understand that can't be possible with a huge order of 5 people . That's ok , but having no taste for your food!! there was zilch amt of salt added to my omelette. ( I ordered that b'cos I was really hungry and didn't want to mess with the first meal of the day being @ 3:00p.m. There were more veggies (that's good!) but not enough egg to hold the cold omelette. The cappuccino (tasted more like hot chocolate) was cold too! This was after I sent back some drink which was equally bad. However, my daughter's drink was some kind of slush which was good. My husband's crepes were pretty good! The service was really really good.
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Mike S.
I haven't been there for lunch or dinner, but it's great for breakfast/brunch. A wide variety of excellent omelettes. You forget how much better fresh-squeezed orange juice tastes until you have it. Coffee drinks are also high quality. My only complaint is that it's pricey. I'd go more often if it didn't cost me $30.
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Amanda S.
A bit on the pricey side, but the service was pretty good and my omelet was wonderful.
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Sara F.
This place is great! for breakfast, brunch or lunch, this place has always been yummy. With big portions you will not leave hungry. They have something for everyone- with a menu that feels like a book! They even have a bar, as well as coffee drinks and smoothies.
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Jeff C.
Overpriced and underwhelming. Small portions, bland egg dishes for way too much. 30 bucks for 2 egg dishes and coffee, are you kidding me? I had the blandest Huevos Rancheros. There are much better options right on the same block. McGinty's breakfast is far superior and cheaper.
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irene p.
yummy! this place was good! their menu lists range from everything breakfast to dinner to dessert. all are great! the prices are decent, but their taste is the kicker. we had great customer service, and we were seated right next to the freshly prepared meals so we had amazing scents tantalizing us. the portions are great however one star is taken off because if you are starving (like we were) the wait is a bit long. so be prepared!
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Becky F.
Love this place for breakfast. The Lox Benedict is delicous, I highly recommend it. I brought my parents here for breakfast when they visited and it was a hit with everyone in my family. All the food was wonderful, I'll have to try it later in the day after breakfast or perhaps check out the bar sometime. But, with a name like EGGspectations, its sort of hard for me to get out of breakfast mode when it comes to this eatery.
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Indiangal Y.
Went there last night and had their red velvet cake. Woke up this morning to massive food poisioning. It's been nearly 24 hours and still feel really sick. I have there many other times to eat there and the food is good. Don't know if I will return or not.
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Sabrina F.
I love this place! & not only because I am a huge fan of eggs. My boyfriend and I have been here twice in the past month and can not get enough of this place. The atmosphere is pretty cool, modern, cafe type. The prices are okay, not cheap but not expensive. The first time I was there I got the eggs benedict with lump crab, it was great! I was hesitant at first because I don't want all this filler in my crab, but there was not any. It was just pure lump crab on top of my eggs benedict. It was rich and just the way eggs benedict should be. The second time I went (which was this past weekend) it was much more crowded than the first time, but we were still seated promptly and served immediately. The mimosa I ordered was very good. Since they squeeze their own juice it added a little something special to the mimosa. For my main course I ordered a bacon blue burger with a fried egg on top. It was delicious!!! Perfect amount of blue cheese and the burger was cooked just as I asked (medium rare). I was in heaven eating that hamburger. I definitely would recommend this place to anyone. They have a large menu with many different items, even things that do not involve eggs. Great food and service.
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Megan S.
Add me to the list of "surprised by the reviews." I love this place. It's great if you are a breakfast food person, but they've got great "non-breakfast" options as well. I've taken a number of groups to this restaurant, and everyone's come out pleasantly surprised. The bar is great, and does a nice happy hour, even on Saturdays, which surprised me. I can't even begin to describe which item is my favorite. I tend more towards the breakfast foods - the sandwich I had was just ok, nowhere near as fantastic as the crepes or the previously mentioned griddled muffin. Wonderfully friendly staff, too. I showed up with a group of 10 people, and the waitress was more than happy to bring us separate checks and kept our drinks filled throughout the meal. Definitely a great place to try if you're shopping in Downtown Silver Spring or just looking for a new place for breakfast food. I'm quickly becoming a regular.
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David R.
Warm welcome from the host staff. Prices were decent but a little too much for breakfast food. Waiter got the table quickly to take drink orders. Drank the first one quickly and waiter brought another immediately. Waited for a while until the waiter was extremely honest and told us he forgot to place the order. Appreciate the honesty, but seriously? He offered us dessert on the house. OK, forgiven for now. As we waited some more, I looked around the restaurant and saw a mouse running across the dining room and under a table. Yuk! We got up to tell the manager about the mouse. I told her to be careful because the restaurant could be shut down pending inspection. She apologized and assured us the restaurant does regular fumigation. She did not seem appauled and did not express the remorse that is appropriate for the situation. I did not make a big deal to not call to much attention and affect overall business. We immediately walked out with no complimentary offers or any consessions from management. I am hoping this was an isolated incident because the thought of rodents in the kitchen freaks me out. I took the time to go to a restaurant whose big sell is eggs during a national egg-based salmonella scare, and I have to endure pests? No deal.
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Anne Z.
This is one of my favorite breakfast places, second to The Pancake House of course. I always get the same thing everytime I come here, yes I know I need to expand my palate and try new things but why fix what isn't broke!? I order the chicken and waffles, it's not on the menu but they have it! It is amazing, it comes with a large waffle, of course, and yummy fried chicken that is cooked perfectly. The chicken is the perfect amount to have with each bite of waffle, just enough! What really did me in is the gravy, it's a little peppery and creamy. I feel like I've had it with the maple syrup mixed into the gravy but this last time it was separate. Either way, they taste amazing together! I don't remember their other dishes too much but my friend loves their pancakes, they come in stacks of 4. She ordered the strawberry and cream pancakes and there was a ton of strawberries on top! Highly reccomend for breakfast food!
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Lakeshia B.
So yes I am a fan and I had not been here for years since I had brunch on a beautiful day (French toast, eggs, sausage) and decided yesterday on a beautiful Sunday that myself and my family member wanted a place to go, sit outside and enjoy some great food. I made a big mistake on this day because the place was packed (inside and out). As we walked in I expected to be told that there would be at least an hour wait for a table. But we got lucky and were seated immediately. Only there was one problem. The hostess sat us at two small stone tables and there really wasn't enough room. Luckily, the two men next to us vacated their table and we moved over. It was a perfect spot to people watch, enjoy the weather, and the sounds of music playing overhead. Our server was Doug, he seemed a bit frazzled I guess from the busy brunch and who could blame him. The kitchen we learned was moving slow and behind on almost everyone's table. It never fails when I decide to go out to eat either my food is given to me wrong, not cooked properly, or delayed in some fashion (as I watch other people get their food on time). He was quick and took our orders since we cruised the menu for some time before we were greeted by him. We knew what we wanted and put in the order quickly he again informed us that the kitchen was running behind and that he would continually check on our food. For me, I opted for an egg white omelet filled with spinach, peppers, scallions, and avocado (be forewarned that when you order a la carte like I did you will be paying $0.99 for each add on for your omelet) with 4 slices of turkey bacon (an extra $1.99), and a side field greens salad. My family member ordered the Toasted Berry salad w/ chicken (an extra $2.99) fresh baby spinach, mixed with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, tomatoes, Havarti cheeses, toasted almonds, and paired with a warm cranberry bacon dressing. Well, we put our orders in before 1200 pm (I want to say around 1130) and waited darn near an hour for our food. Now this of course was not Doug's fault but once again, as I mentioned previously, I watched as several other tables were sat, food was ordered, and placed down before ours. I started to grow annoyed and asked my family member did they want to just go ahead, cancel, and grab something else. At this point I made a mental note that brunch may not be for me here seeing as though the kitchen was so behind. Nevertheless, once the food arrived I had no complaints. The food arrived hot and well plated. The omelet was done PERFECTLY!!!!! and filled from end to end. With each fork full I put in my mouth I got every ingredient I asked for. The turkey bacon on the side could have cooked to a crisp but hey I was finally happy to be eating after such a long wait. As for the toasted berry chicken salad, my family raved about it being filling and not heavy. Towards the end of my meal I decided to order some of their honey old bay seasoned jumbo wings to go. Lets just say they were tasted great coming fresh out the kitchen. But once I got home it lost its flare and some of the chicken pieces were undercooked (I don't recommend this outside of the restaurant) Pros: THE FOOD!!!! Even though I have only visited twice on each occasion the food is fresh, piping hot, and made to perfection (I still remember how wonderful my French toast and eggs tasted after all these years). Even the dessert area caught my eye with fresh baked goodies on display and of course my favorite being red velvet cake (chose not to indulge this time but there is always a next) Service -- My waiter earned his tip it wasn't his fault the kitchen was behind. All I look for in my server is great service, get the order right, keep my glass full, and stay on the job. He did all these things Ambiance -- Not bad not bad at all. Besides the noise level the place is actually bigger on the inside with plenty of seating and has a nice size bar area that accommodates very well. They have high tops for smaller groups, booths for and large tables for larger parties. Cons: Kitchen: Look I understand I chose to come at brunch but goodness darn near an hour wait for some egg whites and a salad is just darn ridiculous to me. Not to mention my undercooked chicken wings once I got home to try to enjoy them. Now this does not deter me from every coming back like some restaurants have in the past because quite frankly the main course was scrumptious and done right. But the kitchen is going to need some work Overall I would recommend this restaurant with confidence to anyone who is looking for great food, a casual and family friendly ambiance, with wonderful service. Just be prepared to wait for your food but its worth it
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L M.
My boyfriend and I have been here for two date nights. They have a great happy hour and a wide variety of things to order from on the menu. I love the Sangria for a happy hour special and if you are a pasta/cheese lover, you will love the lobster mac n cheese.
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m g.
This used to be good place to go to , but something changed badly . I used to go with my family here at least twice a week but food got from good to bad . They mess up the orders too often , if they overcook the meal that you didn't want don't expect even apology . Time to find better place
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Kassity L.
This place has your typical American breakfast fare. They offer a few good options to choose from. I'm someone who likes to get both something sweet and savory for breakfast, so I had ordered their egg, bacon, and pancake combo. I remembered my friends also ordered a couple combos that came with a good variety. The food itself wasn't special. I had gotten my eggs over easy, and one of the eggs was slightly overdone. The bacon still had a lot of fat left in it. And I prefer my pancakes to have some chewiness to them, but these fell apart easily. The part of my meal that I enjoyed the most though were the drinks. I had gotten a blueberry banana smoothie, which was made with fresh fruits. My friend got one of their green smoothies, and while I usually hate blended greens, this smoothie actually came out pretty decent. The strong green taste of the kale and spinach was balanced out with citrus juice. I am tempted to come back to this place just to get their smoothies, but for the time and price (and this place is pricey), I'll probably take my business elsewhere.
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Alyssa A.
I came here with my boyfriend on Friday night. There was a few people in there but most of the tables were empty. I ordered the honey mustard chicken burger and he ordered the vegetable omelette. We were both really happy with what we ordered. The service was good, however the check took a second to figure out because of my groupon. She said they normally like you to spend the $30. Then she realized that she didn't include my iced tea and once we added that in we were over $30. They have good variety on their menu so next time I'd like to try something new. Good experience overall.
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Lauren C.
Downtown Silver Spring has a lot of choices for happy hour and this one was not a winner. Eggspectations has a great happy hour menu. We tried their brie bruschetta and the pork quesadilla. Soooo good! The wine is a really good price and they have a full bar and good selection of beer. So why not more stars? The service was a mess. Both of the bartenders had separate groups of friends visiting them. Rather than going up to talk to them, the bartenders kept yelling across the bar to their friends (who did not order anything), sometimes while standing right in front of you. If I wanted to be in a rowdy obnoxious atmosphere, I would have chosen a different location. What bothered me the most, is that the manager made an appearance several times when the yelling was at peak levels (and distances) and he never said a thing. Unprofessional. It was very clear that others around us felt the same way. We sat with our glasses empty and had to chase someone down to order another round. The bar was not even half full at the time. On top of ALL that, there were some questionable cleanliness issues that we witnessed. One employee was making fresh orange juice, would stop and complete a non food related task, then go back to juicing without washing her hands. Then instead of using a can opener to open juice cans, the cans were being slammed against the corner of the counter. Juice sprayed all down the counter and onto the floor. It was so odd. It's really too bad. I've been trying to find a happy hour spot for when I'm in Silver Spring. Despite how good the food was it won't be here.
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Richard W.
Lower Eggspectations when you dine here.I ordered their dish California Dreaming,which was eggs Benedict over potatoes,asparagus and smoked salmon with toast on the side.Sounded good except that what I got was hard poached eggs and maybe a teaspoon of minced smoked salmon.The cappuccino came cold and week and small(gone in 3 small sips)Last time I waste $22.00 there.
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Milena L.
Came here for brunch on a Sunday. I ordered pancakes, they were awesome! However, we did have to wait a while for our food. Staff friendly and music was fine. I'll come here again definitively.
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Ijene L.
I have read alot bad reviews for this place and I have NO idea what their problems are. If you have sense, you will order what's IN the TITLE. I had the EGGSUBERANT breakfast and it was EGGSACTLY that. 2 eggs over medium, perfect. 2 link sausage, thoroughly cooked, well seasoned and crispy lyonnaise style potatoes, two fluffy pancakes, two slices of tomato (grilled) and a slice of cantaloupe and orange, all EGGSecuted beautifully. I also had a huge cinnamon roll and a side of the best cheese grits I've had this close to the Mason-Dixon line. The food came quickly and without flaw. Servers were adequate. I had a Winter Mimosa (champagne and cranberry) and it was delicious and complimented the breakfast WELL! Oddball decor aside, which I didn't really get, I thought it was clean, lively and I was sat next to a fireplace which I really liked. I have nada bad to say about this place, and now that I've sufficiently used the prefix EGGS just enough to be considered douchey, I'll leave you with my final thought which is, if you go to a place with EGGS in the name, order breakfast for crying out loud and you'll be in good shape. :) I'll definitely be back.
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Janice V.
Breakfast for dinner?? What, wheres my bacon! I'm a meat addict, but I didnt eat any meat that meal. Instead I ordered creme brulee french toast, crab dip, and my dad ordered eggspectation crepe. Obvisiouly the crepe was too thick because he left more than half the dough on the plate. The crab dip was too small, most of it got sucked in the bread bowl, good, but I want more. The french toast was amazing, if I didnt eat a burger for lunch that day, I would have ate the whole thing (3 thick toast slices). The server was so fake, like seriously dont roll your eyes after you say have a great day. Be fake until we leave, then roll your eyes. I am a nice customer and always say thank you to the workers when I receive my food and get my water refilled.
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Brandon B.
I've been to Eggspectations on many occasions. One of the go-to restaurants in downtown Silver Spring, Eggspectations is a nice place to relax for a moment while enjoying a meal. They offer an extensive menu and fair prices. The few times I've been, I've always been seated and served in a timely manner. I've never had an issue with the service, or food not meeting standards. For a typical chain restaurant, the food isn't anything to rave about, but it will do for a meal on the go. Overall, Eggspectations is ok by me.
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Jackie H.
This is a really cute place located in a super cute plaza in Silver Springs, Maryland. It is about 10 minutes from DC. Anyway, I had breakfast which consisted of strawberry pancakes and a side of bacon. This with coffee. I enjoyed the pancakes and ate it up with gusto. The strawberries were good, sweet, and plentiful. The bacon left a lot to be desired. Did you know that some bacon doesn't taste good? I recently found this out. The bacon was super thin and did not have that good old bacon flavor that I know it should have. I actually left some bacon on the plate. It was that not good. Anyway, the service was on point and, as usual, I appreciate that. This place is a bit over priced and they need to just stop. The coffee was just okay, nothing special. So, I would return here as they served lunch and dinner too. I would want to try some other things they have to offer.
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Anu Y.
We here last night craving diner food close to 9pm. This place is definitely not a diner but a great place to eat. I had the french toast pave and harvest hot cider. My friend had the waffle pave and a mocha. The pave was awesome! A very generous amount of fruit used, I was very impressed. The french toast was awesome and I loved the moist consistency in the middle with a crunchy outside. I waffles were great too. Lost one star because the harvest hot cider was way too sweet and kind of gross. I think it's meant to be spiked and mine wasn't so it didn't taste all that good :/
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Duke J.
In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring, MD is One of the best places to come for Happy Hour! HANDS DOWN!!! Actually, keep your hands securely around your glass because........well because........JUST BECAUSE!! Ok, so this is definitely a breakfast joint, specializing in all types of, you guessed it - EGGS! But honestly I have never been in here for breakfast. This location was always neutral for the homies to rendezvous after work. Happy Hour is from 3-7pm and if you're cool enough, sometimes 7-thurddy. But I ain't one to gossip........you know how it goes! Came here this past summer when I was visiting home (Washington D.C.) and met with my homegirl for a quick drink and a bite, along with intriguing catch-up type conversation. We had a blast! It made me reminisce of endless times I spent here after work with homies from around the way..... The location is split into two main sections. Upon entry (to your left) is the dining area, very spacious with plenty of tables but not from the looks has a feeling of potential claustrophobia. Folks in LA might be used to the elbow-to-elbow type seating in some joints and this place is no different. Now! On the right side of the room is where you will find ME & ALL MY PEOPLE!!! The bar wraps around the left side of the space with ample bar stool seating room as well as high raised tables & dine in booth to accommodate all sizes of after-work parties. For me The Hefeweizen is absolutely the best go to beer here! A tall boy for under $4!! Ahhhhhhhhhh the life! I truly miss this place. Definitely a mid 20's to early 30's kind of after work spot that has a few locals that host as regulars and your occasional belligerent outlandish show-offs buying rounds for their respective crews. I've bumped into plenty of people from High School, my neighborhood, even folks I went to Church with I would see here. If you grew up in this area (like me) than you know that it is inevitable to run into someone you know. In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring it is just bound to happen. Appetizers are HALF OFF and they have a lot of delectable choices from Chicken Strips to Sliders to Quesadillas! All types of eats and drinks during happy hour with deals that make you wonder...... "How in the fcuk are they making any money!!!" There are just too many good things going on here. Next time I'm back east I'll definitely have to give breakfast a try. However, I might just wind up at the bar though!
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Jen C.
This was my first experience at this restaurant. Service was friendly. Don't expect much from the bar, but the food was good. Lobster Mac and Cheese was excellent! The grilled salmon was also good, but for the price, the portion should have been larger. Don't let the 3 stars fool you. A higher rating would have been given for better drink service, but I'll be a return customer.
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Justin P.
Well well well, where to start. Went here last night (Friday night) with my family and 3 little cousins. The place wasn't packed at all. We got seated, after 15 minutes of waiting for a server I had to walk up to the host and ask if anyone will be serving us after seeing numerous servers walking right past us. Finally got a server, ordered our beers for the adults and ordered the kids food at the same time. Believe this, the kids actually got their meals before we even got our drinks. Plain an simple, I have never experienced such terrible service like this before. Very inexcusable. It was like none of the servers wanted to be there. There was nothing special about the food, bland and didn't have much taste. I feel bad because I brought my family here who flew in from Michigan and everyone was very unhappy. This place needs to get it together
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Erin S.
I am visiting from NY and this place was a great choice for lunch. i have a 6 year old who was hungry while out with family and this place was amazing! the drinks were amazing and although I had a salad it was very filling and I am not hungry.
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Antoinette A.
I've been here a millions times and I love it. The food is good, I have several "go-to" meals that are consistently great. The only reason I don't give them 5/5 stars is because the service isn't always great. Often they forget things or aren't attentive enough. But all in all it's convenient, and economically priced. They serve alcohol and have happy hour at their bar. The best thing though is that you can get any meal at anytime of the day. One time I went in and got dinner for breakfast!
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Elizabeth K.
I used to enjoy coming here, and maybe I just hit at a bad time of the day (12:45 on a Saturday) but the bar was dirty (not wiped down), there was food on the floor, and it took forever to get anyone to even bring me a menu (actually I was in the process of moving seats when the bartender was bringing a menu up). I ended up moving seats because the woman next to me was on a very loud conference call, and was surprised when the bartender didn't bring the menu two seats over where I moved, so I was then menu-less again. Alas, I walked out and won't be coming back. Bummer because Eggspectation used to be a good spot!
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Koral S.
Being one of the only places in the neighborhood serving breakfast - it's a place I go to by default. The menu is really extensive so either know what kind of flavors you want going in ... or expect a while to place an order if you are like me and like to go through all options before ordering. The friend I went with I love sharing food with - so this was a good place. We got the veggie omelet, the crab dip and the french toast special with strawberries and bananas. Sharing it all. Everything was done well ... averagely. What I expect from a place like this. I will say ... the waiter we had was amazing! Very tentative.
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Perico D.
I had a shock top beer mostly made of wheat and some chocolate, i think . it was good. the chicken florentine soup was salty. i asked for extra crackers. maria, the server was pleasant and accommodating.
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Laura H.
My boyfriend and I met his friend and his wife for a late Saturday brunch here and I had a very enjoyable experience. Located in downtown Silver Springs, this is the perfect spot to sit outside and people watch. Obviously with the name of the restaurant, you'd expect a breakfast- particularly with eggs- theme here which did not disappoint. First, walking in, I noticed the door handles were in the shape of whisks- how cute! They have a large inside dinning room and a substantial outdoor seating area as well. Our party of four chose to sit outside since it was such a beautiful afternoon. We were greeted quickly and our service was very friendly and efficient throughout our meal. It was attentive without being intrusive- just what I hope for when dining out. Now, back to the food and drinks...... They have a rather extensive mimosa and Bloody Mary menu in addition to several non alcoholic smoothies. Our friends each ordered up a green smoothie while my boyfriend I and decided on mimosas- the traditional for him and the tropical for me. I really enjoyed mine, although I'd say it was light on the alcohol, but it did have the coconut and pineapple flavors in it as promised in the drink description. As for the food, breakfast reigns supreme here, although they did also gave an assortment of sandwiches, burgers, appetizers, and entrees- the lobster mac and cheese is on my list for my next visit. All four of us ordered variations of omlettes, which come with toast and lyonnaise potatoes. The toast was all brought in one basket, and I didnotice the cinnamon raisin I ordered wasn't in there- replaced with some variation of white. I didn't care since I never touched it, however, if I had received my correct toast I would have taken at least a bite. I, along with my boyfriend, chose the mix and match omlette. You can choose a meat inside (bacon, sausage,ham, turkey bacon, or turkey sausage) and cheese (Swiss or cheddar). I chose to have turkey sausage and Swiss, also substituting egg whites for $1.79 and substituting the potatoes for fresh fruit for $2.49. I wish places would typically let you substitute egg whites for no charge but $1.79 isn't horribly expensive. The fresh fruit was highly worth the price- strawberries, blueberries, honeydew, cantaloupe , pineapple, bananas, and mango, all super fresh and sweet, in addition to being a large portion of fruit. My omlette was tasty- I really liked the flavor of the turkey sausage- a little peppery, which I enjoy. My boyfriend enjoyed his regular omlette with cheddar and turkey bacon. The potatoes were more like potato rounds cooked with onions, unlike lyonnaise potatoes from a popular breakfast spot in my hometown of Pittsburgh. These potatoes looked far better than the Pittsburgh ones! Our friends enjoyed their omlettes also and I noted the southwestern omlette one of them ordered was chock full of salsa and avocados- it looked delicious! I hope I have an opportunity to return here as they have such a huge menu and all of it sounds amazingly delightful!
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Dana M.
This place has a BOOK of a menu - you can get whatever you feel like, whenever! And I love breakfast for dinner (or any time of day, really), so it's a win with me! I also really appreciate that it's pretty easy for me to order gluten and dairy free :) It probably took us about 20 minutes to decide what to get! Last time I went I had the smoked salmon omelet. Nothing to write home about, but it was still yummy! Service: a little slow, but it was the end of happy hour so that was expected. Happy hour is until 8!! And it's pretty cheap too - about 3-5 bucks for wine and rail cocktails. And the house wine was pretty good! First time trying white zin and I wasn't disappointed.
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Jasmine K.
I've been to Expectation several times. Once about 6 years ago, and got the hot wings, they were good but a little too hot. Last year and got a chicken sandwich with avocado on Ciabatta which was great. Last week I went for the first time for their namesake, eggs. I went for breakfast and ordered the southwest omelet. It was decent but I wanted more flavor. The salsa on it was bland and I wanted more salt, and pepper in my eggs something. Seasoning is KEY! Anyways it didn't end there, 30 minutes later I was nauseous. I may try it again, but no time soon. Service was great...
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Elle Z.
Service was slow. It took quite a while to get our smoothie drinks (which were good and more smoothie than juice - so good), and a Ceasars salad was forgotten until the main dishes came out. That does not take into account the foooooooddddddd that took a while. When it got here, it was alright. Not bad. But I was dissapointed the potato pancakes were more patty than authentic shredded potatoes. Plus they didn't have applesauce for them. The menu looks pretty imaginative considering almost all dishes are egg based. Our friend said he likes this place and normally.there is a long wait, so I assume many people have a better experience. I, personally, wouldn't come here again.
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Skinny B.
I give this place a strong 3. C. Having lived in the area, me and my girlfriend would frequent this place often for a quick breakfast. Some things on the menu are great, others could use some work. I am picky when it comes to my food and they happily oblige my many request to perfect my meal. Say for example I request, "egg whites scrambled hard, with chives, and shredded cheese and that I'd like my corn beef hash cooked a bit longer with french fries on the side instead of hashbrowns." They don't make me feel guilty/bad about having preferences. The service is usually pretty fast and friendly, with the exception of a time or two it's been really busy and our waitress sort of forgot about us and the specific request I had made. However, they always apologize and redeem themselves for their mistakes. They seemed overwhelmed and understaffed at the moment, so no worries. I continually gave them chances until I found a wired bread twist tie in my omelette and gave up on the restaurant all together.
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Tony N.
Solid meal every time. It's a different type of menu from your Ruby Tuesday's, Chilli's, TGI Friday's, etc. Crepes are good. Expansive menu is entering Cheesecake Factory territory, but they can pull off the variety of options. Prices are a wee on high side. Try the salted caramel hot chocolate and a dessert crepe while sitting by the fireplace on a cool evening after a movie across the street.
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Sara M.
I didn't know what to EGGSpect when I visited this restaurant. What I found was a large menu with tons of delicious breakfast treats....and bad service! The food was colorful, filling and fresh, the fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious, and the house coffee was good. Again, what really annoyed me was the bad service. We were seated and then left stranded without any wait service. It took so long for a waitress to wander over that my boyfriend had to get up and ask the hostess when we would be attended to. When a waitress did finally come, I will say that she was very friendly and apologetic. There didn't seem to be any particular reason for her tardiness, but it she made up for it by giving me the Orange juice on the house! She also put our food orders in quickly, because the food was served within ten minutes. Decor and outdoor seating are a joy, especially for breakfast. The food, again, was wonderful. Despite my bad luck with service, I would definitely come back here again and give them another try!
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Peg H.
Ate here twice: Breakfast and lunch... Food was pretty good but service is slow. First meal no one else there but think the cook struggled to make the order efficiently. Lunch: the place was busy so it was slow due to the #of customers... Beverage never came so service was the issue. Glad they make accommodations for Gluten Free!
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Arthita G.
They tend to load up your dishes with carbs, carbs and more carbs.. potatoes and such. But you can ask them to replace it with vegetables or orzo pasta or something if you prefer. The eggs are good.
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Brett M.
Breakfast is the best stuff on the menu and there is definitely a lot of it! I wouldn't go here for dinner.
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Maria B.
When I saw the huge menu, I knew this would not be my favorite place. I hate having too many menu choices... In addition, I'm sure the servers there are totally frustrated because I bet it takes people tons of time to order. The dish names are not descriptive at all so you have to read the paragraph below if you want any information. In spite of the first reaction, I was pleasantly surprised. We went for lunch on saturday after trying and failing to find Pier 1 in Silver Spring, and sat at the bar. The service was good and the bloody marys were much better than I expected. I had an omlette and my fiance had eggs benedict. Eggs were tasty and frankly, it was a better brunch than many of the swanky places in DC. I'd come back again if I'm in that area and in the mood for breakfast food.
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Racquel C.
I've only had their breakfast ... and it's been consistently been good. Nothing spectacular, but consistently good.
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Dave J.
Food was ok. Poor service.
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Connie Y.
Should've gotten the eggs. After all, it's named eggspectation. BUT I didn't, and instead chose the crab cake sandwich. Ergo, I must take partial blame for the restaurant not meeting my eggspecations. For 16.99, the crab meat in the sandwich was quite sufficient; however, it was sadly too soggy and flavorless. It needed Old Bay or just more salt, which would've eggsponentially enhanced the flavor! In addition, the entree came with decent steak fries, but it was nothing to write home about. Now, the chicken avocado salad and 8oz steak and fries looked quite tasty! May have to try that next time. On a more positive note, their cafe latte was quite decent. It had a hint of cinnamon on top of the milk foam, which gave the coffee flavor a uniquely different flavor. Enjoyed it much more than my crab patty. In terms of the restaurant, the service was eggcellent and the waitress was extremely attentive, always checking whether I needed more water or more ice tea. Their attentiveness could have been due to the lack of customers, but I was perfectly satisfied w/ the bougie attention. Lastly, Eggspectation also had a sweet outdoor seating that would be perfect for a cool evening or a morning breakfast. However, the inside could use a major update. When you first walk through the double doors, it's a musty blue-colored entrance that greets you and then a glass bar of desserts on the left. Although, when you walk pass the dessert section, you'll find a bar area, which may interest you sport folks. If I came again, I would make sure to sit on the outside porch for the experience, and well...order eggs.
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Ling W.
Definitely wins for diversity of things on the menu! For example, if you decide you want eggs somewhere in your breakfast, that eliminates only half of the extensive menu. There are also tons of caffeinated, non-caffeinated, and alcoholic beverages to choose from. $2 off drafts from 3-8pm for happy hour, and they were advertising the latest "Enjoy by" from Stone brewery. I went for brunch, and will definitely check them out in the evening!
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Tiffany M.
Delicious! Great atmosphere! Great staff!
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Gwen L.
My husband and I were in Silver Spring last night and remembered this restaurant. We checked out the menu and decided to try it for the first time. We enjoyed being able to dine outside and listen to the live band that played across the street. What peaked my interest on the menu was the Lobster Mac and Cheese - very yummy (t I would prefer chunks of lobster instead of what seemed like minced lobster meat) but very good none the less. The garlic bread and salad that accompanied it was delicious also ! My husband ordered the Bar-b-que burger which he said was very good but messy. Our server Nolan J was excellent !! He was very attentive from start to finish. Ask for him when you go! My only complaint: THE BARTENDER - ALEXANDER T: We arrived 30 minutes before Happy Hour ended and wanted to order cocktails and an appetizer. We were told by our server that Happy Hour specials can only be ordered from the bar - so my husband went to the bar to order. ALEXANDER T places the order, my husband goes back to pay and lets the bartender know he is taking everything to our table outside. As my husband leaves the bar area he can see ALEXANDER T mocking him saying "I'm gonna take this outside". Totally Unnecessary!! Yes, we did leave a tip for him beforehand which he obviously didn't deserve at this point. Apparently - the happy hour specials are only for indoor bar consumption, which our server later explained after ALEXANDER T scolded him about it. ALEXANDER T could have just advised his customer (my husband) of the Happy Hour policy and move on to his next customer.
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Boris S.
Lets have cakegasm, Chocolate Cake (5/5 NOMs). Every time I forget that this place has amazing cakes! We came here just for the desert and totally pigged out on two very rich heavy cakes. Who said cakes need to be light? Heavy chocolate is the way!
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Petet H.
I am giving this restaurant a five star review for the atmosphere. Breakfast here is expensive, but the decor makes it worth it. Will come back.
(5)
Elizabeth G.
I went here with my mom for breakfast, and was not disappointed. I remember I tried Brie for the first time with apples and caramel, or something like that. It was amazing and the service was on point. I wish I had the money to go every morning!
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Sharon R.
Even if there's a line, this place is always worth the wait. The staff is super friendly, and you get your food quickly. And it's delicious! I always go after a huge run because nothing is better than their omelets.
(5)
Michelle B.
Solid 4 Wait time family of 5 - 5 Waitress - very nice, professional, pleasant and knowledgeable of food - 5 Food presentation - 4 Originality - 4 Taste- 4 Overall experience - 4 Didn't get a 5 rating because there is always room for for improvement . Coffee could be better
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Edwin M.
I just had the most delicious burger EVER!!! I got the eggspectation burger and WOW... My new favorite place to pig out! I don't know why this place received three stars. Must be the long lines. Only con I have is that they could have gave me more fries, Huge burger and little fries. Definitely will be back again!!!
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Marios D.
Good spot for breakfast. Contains the standard fare of items including a selection of omelettes and egg items. Had the omelette with Canadian bacon and tomato and cheddar cheese. It was cooked a little too much, with limited cheese and sparingly added bacon. Tasted OK though and the potatoes were sweet with the onion adding more sweetness. Coffee was weak and not quite hot enough - it was a COLD day. Overall an OK spot for breakfast.
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Marie S.
love the food! That have so much that it is so hard to make a decision! Everyone is so friendly and the taste of the food is totally yummy! Could be a little bit cheaper but it's ok because you'll get huge dishes.
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Keke W.
Love this place! Great food and staff! Always a pleasant experience when I go here!! The lobster and shrimp grits is addictive! Lol
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Toni D.
We ended up at Eggspectation because our regular Sunday night venue, Mandalay, was closed due to a water main break that left them without water. When we go back to Mandalay next Sunday, we are making a special point to let them know how we appreciate the food and the service. We walked in at 8:15 pm. The host took off with two menus at a breakneck pace to seat us at a booth all the way at the other end of the restaurant. My husband, who has advanced glaucoma, made his way to the table at his own pace, which is slow, because he could barely see in the darkened dining area. Not a fault of the host, but the host walked back to us and said, "You're at the very end booth." We were then greeted by our waitress, Crystal. Since we were in a place that served a lot of breakfast-type food, we assumed that coffee would be a reasonable beverage of choice. So, when she asked us what we would like to drink, we asked for coffee. "Regular coffee?" she asked. "Yes. Regular coffee." I replied. About five minutes later, Crystal returned and said, "We're out of coffee." Our collective reply was "Whaaat???? That's crazy!" Crystal then began to sell us on expressos, lattes, and other types of barista coffee drinks, and we told her that we really weren't interested, and that besides, I am lactose intolerant. She then replied that she would see what she could do. Another five minutes passed, and she returned with two large mugs of coffee. Good coffee. We placed our orders. I ordered the Bayou Benedict. My husband ordered the corned beef hash with eggs and potatoes. I think it was called "Eggwhat?". Our orders arrived promptly, and the runner put our orders on the table, and took off. Mine was correct, but I have no idea what they put in front of my husband. It was not at all what he ordered. It took another five minutes to flag someone down, because we were all the way at the very end of the restaurant. Then it took another 10 minutes to get my husband's order to the table. My entree was insanely good and appropriately decadent. I asked them to leave the cheese off, and I am glad that they did, because it was not needed. My husband's entree, not so good. The potatoes were good. The eggs were okay. The corned beef hash was very disappointing. First of all, there was less than a half cup of hash on the plate. For nearly $14, we would expect more, and much better than what he got. I got the impression that this entire transaction was one-sided; they charge high prices for the food, but return very little in the way of service and contriteness. The dining out experience should be a reciprocal experience. We show up, mind our P's and Q's, behave politely, pay our tab, and tip our server. The least we can expect is prompt service, a "can-do" attitude from our server, and food that is comparable in value to the price. We honored our side of the equation. Not so much them. Not an "I'm sorry". Not an offer to comp any part of the bill for messing up the order. Not much at all. When two cups of coffee and two egg entrees total $38, someone besides the customer should be making an effort. The only reasons why this place is getting a star is because the coffee was good, there was free wi-fi, and my entree was really good. However, all that was overshadowed by the total unprofessionalism of the staff, and the utter inability to get an order right.
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Steven A.
While I've been back on numerous occasions since my first review, the food has held up its end. Hence the two star ratings. The service however... Completely different story. For a restaurant to be situated in the middle of a bustling fast paced city, the speed of service severely lacks. We happened to enter on a more busier time of day (breakfast), but this is what they're known for, and if eggs are your biggest marketing ploy, it's only right to take care of customers at breakfast time no? Other diners and breakfast places don't seem to have this problem. Our waitress seemed preoccupied and extremely forgetful during our sitdown. I clocked her 6:30 seconds to get cream for my coffee which was borderline out of steam. This was her fastest time of the entire service. Call me crazy, but that's absolutely unacceptable for its location. Must get better.
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Naomi D.
Do not go here if you are just trying to grab lunch during a workday. I got here at 12:30 and did not leave until 1:50pm. That's how slow the service is. Drinks took a long time to come out. So did the soups, so did the main course. The server didn't know the soup of the day and just guessed. Said she'd double check, but then came back 10 or so minutes later asking if we were ready to order. We both ordered the soups she said they had (1 of each kind). I didn't ask her to confirm the options, because she had already taken long enough to go "check" the first time. She comes out later to say the soup I wanted wasn't available, so I got what was available. Then my friend's soup came out and it was not what the server said they had either. Food was OK, but nothing special considering the jacked up prices. I got corned beef hash. The stuff out of the can is better. She never brought me my toast even after she said she would twice. All in all, I wouldn't go here again considering the bad service (it wasn't even busy) and the expensive price for subpar food. We are talking $14 for eggs, potatoes, and corned beef hash. $5 for a tiny cup of soup. Yea, sit on that.
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Jeff W.
Avoid this place. Seats were dirty from a smashed jelly packet. Very long wait for food to arrive. No silverware on the table. Had to ask for it after the food arrived. Waitress wasn't familiar with the beer list, or what was available. Ordered a flight of four beers, 15 minutes later she comes back and says they are out of two of the beers I ordered, but if I come with her to look at her screen I could choose from the available beers. I expect a place advertising craft beer to have a staff who is familiar with the beer menu. When the food finally arrived, it looked like it sat under a warming light for too long. Scrambled eggs had a dry crust on the outside. Eggs Benedict was cold and mushy. Food was luke warm at best. Waitress didn't recognize any of the above problems. Manager did not ask us how our meal was. Wrote this review while waiting ten minutes for the check to arrive. Won't be back here again.
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Bonita B.
I enjoy the french toast with the hot fruit (yum!). Each time I've dined at this restaurant, I've had attentive wait staff and overall good experience. When I visit this location, I tend to stay a couple of hours socializing and not once did I feel rushed - even during their busiest days (weekends). Note - if you like sweet southern tea... there is a little guy who makes the tea and he makes it SWWEEEET... So ask if the tea is sweet (southern style/McDonald's sweet or regular) before ordering sweetened tea. If you prefer to control your sugar intake, order unsweetened ice tea. Oh if you peek over and see the 'desserts' -- they look yummy and tempting. I haven't tried their desserts yet because I am always full and can't phantom the idea of eating anything else.
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Renelle H.
This is thee worst place I have ever been in my life!!!! I wish I had the opportunity to comment on the food...but I never got that far!!!! First thing is after waiting for 15 minutes they sat us outside in the heat! I did not make any request to sit outside with my asthma!!!! So after asking to be moved we sat on the inside and the waitress damn near whispered her name and then got smart went she didn't hear a request we had for a drink. She came back with the drinks and then took our order....we sat there for 40 minutes!!!!! NO FOOD or red headed waitress. A couple that sat beside us into our 20 minutes of waiting had been served their beverages as well as their food. That was the last straw....I told the manger and he look flustered...needless to say i walked out! NEVER AGAIN!!!!!
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Jon S.
This place gets one star, and that's only because the coffee was good. Unfortunately, that's all I got to try this morning. I sat at the bar waiting for someone to take my order for 30 minutes and nada. Couldn't even make eye contact with the servers. Too bad too because I was looking forward to trying this place out. Such is life. I guess I'll head to Panera Bread instead.
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Kenya M.
The waitress wasn't friendly at all and the service was slow. The food wasn't good either. Will not visit this location ever again. I love the Columbia location, but not this one.
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Michele T.
I've been to eggspectation several times but only for breakfast. We decided to try the dinner because we had a groupon and wanted to see if it was as good. I'm sad to say I was disappointed. The presentation is misleading....we both ordered pasta and when it came out, I was excited because of the great presentation. We ordered two different pastas and both tasted the same. It wasn't terrible, but it definitely wasn't great. Just generic pasta that you can get anywhere else. Suggestion: stick to breakfast! That's what they're known for and that's what they do best.
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Callie K.
Service: I enjoyed the fact that with a party of 5 we were seated immediately when it was a busy holiday (labor day). We had tried to call ahead and make reservations but they don't do take reservations. Food: I had the All American minus the eggs since I have an egg allergy and they did everything to accommodated my meal. On top of the the food was good (4/5) and it was plentiful.
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Leticia P.
I really do like this place a lot. The food is wonderful. However, the service can be a little better. The waiters need to learn how to properly hold the drinks especially before serving a customer. Also making sure the dishes are cleaned before serving a customer. I do recommend this place though. Great location, reasonable prices and fantastic food. I definitely will be returning.
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Gino W.
Chicago has a sister restaurant called Eggsperience. The food is always delicious and I had wondered if I would find a restaurant like that in Washington, DC, while here on my short assignment. Well, DC does not have the same kind of restaurant, but a quick jaunt over into Silver Spring, MD, yielded the results I sought. The chocolate chip waffles were absolute top. Filled with chocolate chips, but not like an advertisement for a bag of Chip-Ahoy cookies -- bet you bite a chip -- these waffles required almost no syrup and were definitely not Eggo waffles. I had scrambled eggs with cream cheese in them that were done correctly. My friend had an Eggspectation® crepe that if it had not had ham in it, I would have partaken of some of hers or ordered a plate for myself. Factor in outstanding service and Eggspectation® exceeded my expectations. [Did I just write that?]
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Jean Ann F.
Eggspectation is delicious, their insanely large menu is well, Cheesecake Factory-ish. Their menu boasts an amazing selection of breakfast items as well as traditional American bistro lunch and dinner fare. If you have several types of 'eaters' at your table this would be a good choice. You can low carb here easily and they have great low fat options. Oh, let's not forget Happy Hour specials-this place has a great full bar too!
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Karen K.
Very close to 4.5 stars, but I was forced to round down this time. But still, closer to 4.5 stars. Went with my father for our usual Saturday brunch around 10:30. The place was nice and full but we didn't have to wait (though when we left around 11:15 people had started to queue up). We sat in the main dining room which has a "Quebecois" feel to it (Eggspectation is after all a French Canadian company)-- quaint, warm, and cozy, like a little bistrot/patisserie but on a bigger scale. We both ordered a cafe au lait to drink. 5 stars for the menu selection. There is literally anything you could ever dream up and more--crepes, omelettes, Benedicts. My Dad is a breakfast "traditionalist" and ordered a 2 egg combo that came with potatoes, bacon, baked beans, fruit garnish and choice of toast. When the girl listed the toast options my dad interrupted her after cinnamon raisin but she joked, "Thanks for interrupting me; I could have gone on forever!" So we wondered then if they make their own bread but unfortunately forgot to ask. I ordered the Boca Raton Benedict, a benedict made with spinach, guacamole, and Gruyere, I believe. Food was quite delicious. I enjoyed my benedict a lot. Eggs were perfectly poached and I took pleasure in slicing them open to see the yolk run over the dish (LOL.) I think it could have been improved by having less spinach and more guac but overall no complaints. I'm not that into breakfast potatoes but I really liked these; they were thick-cut with sauteed onions (see pictures). I really appreciated the fruit garnish (orange slice and cantaloupe slice) too, which, while definitely small, was perfectly ripe and refreshing. Dad described his eggs as "perfectly over-medium" and loved the baked beans (he was excited to see them on the menu!) and bacon. He didn't eat as much of the potatoes and toast (he's a light eater) but said both were good. And lucky me, I got the fruit! Portions were good, maybe a tiny big for us but for the average person probably about right. Service was excellent, no complaints whatsoever. Our waitress was really friendly. When I took home the extra breakfast potatoes (yep--they were that good) she casually mentioned how she loves them too, and eats them with melted cheese and sour cream, which I might go do right now LOL. My Dad and I were impressed with how the place overall seemed really well-staffed and organized, and the employees looked happy to be working there. Service gets 5 stars too. Overall wait time for food and drinks was very reasonable. Only things they lost stars for are: 1) A little more guac please... 2) Cafe au lait was a little weak, though it may have been my fault for ordering it instead of a cappuccino, which I also considered. 3) (Main reason) EXPENSIVE (The egg combo and benedict were $9.99 and $13.99, respectively.) So try Eggspectation and I highly doubt you'll be disappointed. Just know that it'll be an above-average breakfast splurge cost-wise.
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Cherelle H.
Came here on a Saturday at about 10:30am and it was not terribly crowded. We got seated immediately and looked at the extensive menu in awe. I ordered the Banana French Toast which was really good the coffee was decent. Our waiter was OK, nothing spectacular. It took him a long time to come back to the table and give us our check. Overall it was a decent experience.
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Irvin F.
This place was strongly recommended by friends so I decided to give it a shot. I came here with my girlfriend around 11am on Friday which isn't much of a busy period for this location from what I've heard. We were greeted with a friendly hostess & was quickly seated to our delight. Our assigned server was pleasant at first but seemed very preoccupied. Me and my girlfriend started by ordering lattes & our server quickly took down our order & left us around 11:15. We waited about 10 minutes & saw her pass by. We gave her a friendly reminder about our order & she gave us a dry response. We waited once again another 10 minutes for our lattes & saw her attending other parties that were seated after us & quickly attending to their needs. So I called her over & reminded her again. She gave us a blank glare & walked away. So it was about 11:50 where we decided it was not worth the wait no longer & left. We were both very disappointed from our experience & will try again in the near future.
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Dorothy S.
The food was good. The service was excellent. My server was Kamron. And he was wonderful. I will be back.
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Miss Maggie C.
While I do like the food they have here, there were many other things that contributed to the less than average stars I gave them. 1. The price. Each breakfast dish is pretty expensive, in my opinion. 2. The wait times. It took 10 minutes for someone to take our order. After taking our order, the waiter came back after 10 minutes to tell us the kitchen was out of one of the items and we had to change our order. Then, it took another 40 miinutes after ordering for our food to arrive. This was at 8pm, when there was pretty much very few tables taken. I have come to this place 3 times, and the wait to get our food is always this long. One time we went with friends before I had a class down the street at Maryland Youth Ballet. We were there an hour before my class. Our food didn't arrive before class, so my friends had to get mine to go for me to eat after class. 3. The service. My husband didn't like the sauce that came for his chicken and waffles, so he requested regular syrup. We waited and it never came. We then had to ask someone else for the syrup. Our waters were never refilled until we were done with our meals. The manager apologized to us when our food came out, since it had taken so long. She offered us dessert. Our dessert took too long to come, so we walked to the front after paying to pick it up in a to go box. Upon arriving home and opening the box, they gave us the wrong dessert. -_-
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Marilyn e.
This is not the place to take guest and it's not the place for a great breakfast. The food is mediocre and that's actually a compliment. My waitress was very nice but seemed overwhelmed. The glass my guest received his drink in was absolutely filthy. That's a true turn off. How clean is their kitchen? Informed management who came to our table an offered this explanation ~ it must be the detergent we used not doing it's job. Come back and we will give you a free smoothie. Really? Nope don't ever plan on going back.
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Chandani C.
I've been to this location a few times over the years and have usually had a great experience. This time, I ordered my usual - Waffle Benedict. When the plate arrived at the table there was a piece of hair just chillin on the eggs. I called the server back and showed him the hair. He took the plate back and sent over a manager who apologized to us and said they will re-make my plate for me. He also gave me two vouchers for a free smoothie on my next visit. Other than that, the service was pretty good. We had to wait around 20 minutes for a table, but that was expected since we went on a Saturday afternoon.
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Neal C.
If I had to give this restaurant a performance review, they'd get a "Meets Eggspectations." Seriously though, the restaurant isn't bad. But at least from my one visit, I'm not sure what's special about them. Maybe it's my fault for not ordering an omelette? That does seem to be their specialty. They do have plenty of things on the menu that are not made from, on top of, under, or around an egg. Like a fairly standard selection of burgers and pasta dishes. It's actually surprisingly light on the egg-based dished once you get past the omelettes. I was expecting (sorry, EGGspecting) some crazy things like burgers with eggs as buns, or maybe some egg-based cocktails. But no, it was pretty normal. I ordered the Lobster Mac & Cheese because I was feeling both fancy and slovenly at the same time. Now, I think most restaurants put Lobster Mac & Cheese on the menu because it's a good way to charge $18 for 50 cents of pasta and $1 worth of lobster. To Eggspectation's credit, it was absolutely loaded with lobster meat. I've never seen so much lobster in LM&C. Now if only it hadn't been overcooked. Despite the other comments I see, our service was perfectly fine. We didn't go during a particularly busy hour though. Overall I thought they were a little overpriced, and nothing to rave about, but also not bad. Strictly middle-of-the-road. I'm not sure what on the menu would bring me back, but if someone invited me along, I would gladly go.
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Natasha C.
This place was right on time! I was visiting the area and staying at a hotel nearby. While in the city I had no transportation, but luckily everything was right around the corner. Literally. Before I departed, I decided to grab a bite. I walked less than 10 minutes from my hotel. Eggspectation has an awesome name, which is what made me choose it from the other options. The menu is vast. The brunch selections are amazing. I decided to have the Vegetable Omelet with potatoes and toast. I enjoyed it a lot. The atmosphere was also very vibrant. You could wait to be seated or sit at the bar area immediately. There was plenty of seats indoor and outdoor. I would have sat outside, but the temperature was a little cool for my liking. The waitress was amazing. She handled the area very well. The place was swarming with people and I was seated in a section where people could plop down at anytime and no one had to wait before she got to them. Overall, I'd love to eat here for diner and drinks. Next visit!
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Robert V.
As a local, I've visited this location numerous times. It's usually crowded but always worth it. The food is great and the service is usually friendly and on point. Of course, the cakes that they specialize in are highly recommended. The prices for most items are very fair. The only complaint that I have is that they need to upgrade their silverware and napkins. Eggspectation still uses paper napkins and old worn steel utensils. An upgraded set would greatly enhance the dining experience.
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Kris K.
Enjoy their food. Service is consistently good - wish the lines weren't so long on weekends. And don't forget thsi place for dinner!
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Ronda G.
First time and went for brunch with my BF on a sunday afternoon. We were told it would be a 25 min wait and given a pager that didn't work. 1 hour later we checked in at the host desk after seeing mutiple people being seated who arrived after us. Hostess apologized that our pager was broken and seated us. The waiter was bland, the decor is strange and non uniform. I had the waffle Benedict which was average but after a hour long wait for breakfast I didn't care. Best thing was the premium Mimosa with grand marnier. Will be back again until I find a great dish I know there has to be at least one.
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Jelece M.
Great original brunch food menu. Impressed. Those potatoes are also unique.
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Val A.
this was a pleasant surprise. I was expecting an ihop experience but the food was better, the potatoes were tasty and the shakes were very refreshing. We sat outside and had a table that was on uneven ground, my daughter spilled her fresh squeezed OJ and they cleaned it up and didn't charge for the refill, very very cool.
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Walter M.
I dined at the Eggspectation in Silver Spring, Great view if your sitting outside. My wife and I had the Groupon deal and they respected it as long as you had the voucher in hard copy; they don't accept the voucher from your phone. I had the jambalaya dish, and it was fair. They do serve a good portion, but too big. They're not selfish in adding all the meat or seafood. What I didn't like about the dish was it was too heavy on the cream or oil. Also, their meat is frozen, not fresh. however, it wasn't too much of a dealbreaker. My wife had the tropical chicken salad. She said it was terrible, because it did not bring the sunflower seeds or the papaya that was supposed to come with it. Also, the chicken had way too much seasoning. Overall, I would go there again for just the breakfast and burgers. Everything else in the menu they end up screwing up. Burgers are decent. Breakfast is good.
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Emily L.
Technically, Eggspectation is a chain, but since there are only two in Maryland (plus three in Virginia) the experience isn't as canned as you might find at a national chain. Atmosphere: funky-industrial, bordering on dated. Slightly-confusing layout with multiple entrances, colorful mix-and-match glass light fixtures, outside-inside cafe tables and chairs. The music is way too loud, especially over the noise of a busy, crowded restaurant with concrete floors and exposed ceilings. Service: average. Not especially friendly, attentive or helpful, but not bad either. Drinks: they have a handful of pricey juice cocktails, none of which has interested me much. Coffee drinks are okay. Food: A step or two up from diner, but not quite chic cafe: for one thing, there are way too many options (the menu is ten pages long.) I've tried the French toast, crepes, potato pancakes, bagel with lox, omelette, Benedict and burger: all were fine, but no real standouts. I've never been curious enough to try their entrees, most of which are approaching $20 each; breakfast can easily run $12-16 per person, so not cheap either. Overall, there's not much to recommend here, but I settled on three stars because it is consistent and the food is creative, if not remarkably so.
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Kelsey C.
I love this place. Always consistent in food quality and service. I've never had anything that I didn't like. I've only been for breakfast and usually get an omelet but sometimes I mix it up and get French Toast or Pancakes or a bagel - always wonderful. Sometimes service can take a bit but it's so busy for breakfast I completely understand. And the food always comes out fast. Highly recommend!
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Ashley C.
The menu is kind of all over the place. The onion rings are yummy as are they're smoothies. The pasta primavera was kind of generic but not bad. Overall the prices are good and the food is decent. Location is great if you want to grab a bite before a movie.
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Cassie M.
Love this place! We had the best server too: Dominck. If you can get him, you will be very happy with your service. Food is great and comes very quickly. Restaurant is clean and the bathrooms are very clean and well maintained.
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Janie B.
From my experience, this is not a place to go for eggs. I paid $17 for a flat, dry salmon omelet. It came with a few potatoes and some bread. I was expecting a fluffy omelet with chucks of salmon, not 3 thin slices. The person I was with ordered the BBQ burger which was actually really good and juicy. It had great flavor and lots of textures - toasted bun, smoky sauce, and a huge onion ring. Our waiter was polite and very attentive. He made sure to offer menu suggestions and my wine glass was never empty.
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Sweet S.
I was looking for a fabulous brunch spot, and thought Eggspectation sounded perfect. It was a total let down... It's several steps up from IHOP, but is clearly a chain... They had a hard time cooking eggs to order (over medium = runny yellows, not runny white and runny yellow). Maybe this is because their focus isn't on breakfest or brunch, they have a full menu with hamburgers, pasta, whatever. Like Denny's, but not as greasy. My companion was very disappointed in whatever they tried to pass off as Eggs Benedict. Said their Hollendaise was crap. And who the heck puts cheese on eggs benedict?! All in all, it's overpriced for the quality and atmosphere.
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Good E.
I came here with one of my girlfriends for some food and gabbin'. we had heard good things about this places so my eggspectations were a bit high; no pun intended! I got the lobster benedict, which came with strawberries and lyonaisse potatoes. overall it was good. i also had a piece of cake , raspberry amaretto which was pretty good. my main qualm is the price. these two items were almost thirty bucks! holy moly. they do realize that eggs cost like 20 cents right? and flour is also a cheap ingredient..but anyways the overall thoughts were this was fine to try as a 'breakfast for dinner' but i think i'd rather go to cracker barrel or bickfords for same quality food and less of price tag.
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Denise K.
I really liked my quesadilla. Overall this seems like a decent place with great brunch options.
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Steph W.
I loved my meal!!! (the all American) everything was super yummy...except the sauage patty that was weird ask for another link instead...now my husband had the eggs Benny and he said the hollandaise was too lemony and there was hardly any on it. We both liked the hashbrowns they taste deep fried!! Mmm so crunchy! :) Also the staff seemed nice, but we only got one water refill. lol
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sara h.
yummy chocolate chip pancakes, and chicken spinach savory crepe. i'm picky about food..dc has some of the crappiest restaurants...but this place had great service and great food..
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Erica A.
The food was great. The service was a little slow but I think it's because they were so busy. I'll definitely be returning.
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Liz B.
The food here is mediocre at best. The service is awful. I always have great expectations (no pun intended) when I walk in the door for brunch. There is a line so one would think the food and service are incredible. They're not. The last couple of times I have really regretted my choice. I had a waitress who forgot to bring me my drink until after the meal and my poached eggs were overdone. Then, I had a bartender that I had to beg for utensils and who got the order wrong. Don't waste your money. Go to McGinty's for brunch instead.
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Ritzie C.
I had breakfast here one recent Saturday morning with the Captain and the food has gotten ... better! Before it was most definitely a 2-star kind of restaurant - and that was reaching. But maybe they switched up the cooks in the kitchen because we walked away pleasantly surprised. The Captain had the classic benedict and I got the waffle benedict. The eggs were poached evenly and the hollandaise wasn't separating. Even the potatoes with sauteed onions somehow tasted better than before. We sat at the bar to eat and the service was also good - coffee refilled, attentive service ... what went right here? You know, it doesn't matter. What matters is that we had a good breakfast here and would probably come back - and NOT as a last resort. Well done, Eggspectation.
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Will R.
Food was good. Great breakfast selection. Nicely presented. Lobster omelet was nice. Unfortunately, service was low rate. Friendly server, but food came without silverware. It took five minutes to catch the waitress' attention. Toast never came. Had to remind waitress who looked perturbed to be asked. Still, in all, not a bad brunch spot.
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Sonya W.
It took dozens of visits but I am finally admitting that this place just ain't that good. I will say that their muffins and yogurt are two very delicious options, but short of that, and especially when it comes to their eggs, it's just bad food. You can do better. Especially for how pricey it is.
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zabby w.
For a chain restaurant I would say this is the WORST food I've had in a very very long time. I think other low-budget chain restaurants like Denny's would have fared better. I came here for dinner I ordered the grilled chicken mustard sandwich. The chicken seriously tasted like it was frozen and just placed in a microwave. The fries were lackluster. My wife ordered the spinach and mushroom crepe and it was barely warm. We ordered one pound of wings and guess what? it was EIGHT wiings for $12. OMG. These were not magical JUMBO wings but small to medium size wings. Overall, our meal was about $50 but I would have been better off going to Chick-Fila for a $15 meal. This place is a absolute STAY AWAY and I would give it negative stars if I could.
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Jill M.
It's not bad. Basically, they have a really long menu, huge dining room, bland decor, overpriced drinks, and everything else you'd expect from a chain restaurant. I do love eggs, though, and between the eggs benedict and omelet options, I was happy. They also had some great coffee drinks on the menu. I ordered the California Eggs Benedict, and it was good - not too cheesy or anything, and the eggs were perfectly poached and runny on the inside. I should add that they were great about accomodating substitutions for their dishes (such as swapping fruit for potatoes, or potato latkes for bread). Everyone in our group of five seemed to really enjoy their meal, and I'd definitely go back for brunch with a group.
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Kristen H.
I had been wanting to visit this place for awhile since it is right by my office. and I had gotten a Groupon deal to go. My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday night and it wasn't too packed, we were able to get seated right away. The waitress we got definitely kept us waiting a little longer than we'd like for drinks, food, and the check. Everything on the menu sounded delicious, it just took a long time to read through all the options because their menu is huge. I did feel a little rushed my the waitress to make a decision, but I did end up picking something that was quite delicious. I went with the french toast flambe with strawberries and bananas on top with two overeasy eggs on the side. Man was this good! The sauce from the flambe was so sweet and flavorful that I didn't even use regular syrup. The french toast was very fluffy and was great for soaking up the sauce, and the fruit on top was just the right texture to go with it. Overall it was a really good experience and I would love to go back. I just want more time to look at the menu! haha
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Rosanna W.
thanks to our server who gave great suggestions to eat! i love love brunch food and was craving waffles. had the waffle benedict, the benedict was on point, n waffle was delicious. so delicious my friend and i ordered a fruit covered waffle that was drizzled with a sweet cream. hah fat status, but the fruits tasted yummy and the cream was light n not heavy at all :) i enjoyed my brunch food!
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Izzat A.
Had a Groupon for here so went to dinner with the wife. Service was pretty slow but the food made up for it. I had one of the best chicken sandwiches that I've ever had here. I know that's alot of hyperbole, but it was very very good. The sandwich came with avacado on it but I had them sub some mango and it was awesome. They have this BBQ sauce which is amazing. Wife liked what she got. Prices are decent. Will come back.
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Phx D.
Great unique spin on breakfast. Fresh ingredients, great service, great ambiance. Definitely Recommend it. Down side, no parking.
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Nick R.
Quality control nightmare. Pros: + If you need a large selection, Eggspectation has you covered. Shorter than a Cheesecake Factory menu, but very diverse as well + For the price, portions are decent. + The menu makes eggselent jokes at its on expense. Cons - Quality control nightmare. Our table ordered the same meal, two eggs, pancakes, grilled potatoes, choice of meat, with fruit. - Nothing was hot. Perhaps warm. Just short of cold really. - The potatoes were overcooked on one plate with some onions, undercooked with no onions on another, and correctly cooked and loaded with onions on the last. - Pancakes were similarly cooked, or not cooked. Undercooked pancakes are bad mmkay? Also, the refire was also undercooked on one side. - Service was pretty awful. Hostess didn't communicate that she was grabbing menus and returning shortly. - The waiter wasn't much better. 5 minute wait at the start. Didn't bring water (all the other tables had it?), didn't check if the food was alright, and was just generally confused and slow (maybe this is why it was cold?). - No coffee refill? - The biggie, none of the food was really tasty. I suppose the yoke's on me for thinking the positive reviews meant things were improving, but they're not. It's not hard to see either, a look at folk's faces, and no one looks happy eating their meal. Either the entire restaurant needs Xanax, or something is seriously wrong at Eggspectation.
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Carmen C.
i'm not a breakfast person but my husband is. i love coming to Egg for breakfast there is plenty on the menu i can eat and my husband gets to have breakfast. i come often for lunch love their salads. i can always count on great service and great food! i've also used their catering services on many occasions and highly recommend it.
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Lesley T.
Eggspectations, you most certainly did not meet my expectations. I've been here before, but not in a few years. Thought I'd come back today and remind myself of how good it is. Yea, our meals were good...we were content. Drinks, not good at all. Service however....not so much either. Awful. Terrible. Won't be back. Customer service is extremely important as apart of a dining experience. If you don't like your job, quit. If you know you're not doing the job well, quit. If you know you don't care for the customers satisfaction, quit.
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Sep S.
I was told on many mornings by many of friends and others, that i make a mean delicious omellete. Indeed I love making omelletes or anything with eggs in it. And I'm damn good at it. So when I saw a place that serves omellettes from morning until day until night; &** YEAH!; i damn well checked it out; and yeah, i had an omellete for dinner. I got this avocado, mozarrella, cheesy, fresh tomato, garlicky, meaty omellete; which comes with toast and fine butter; and add to that a hot chocolate/coffee blend they have here; and you know what, yeah, it was good. I love omelettes. I can eat an omelette anytime of day. Probably wasnt as good as the ones i make, but still, when you're out in the middle of nowhere for no good reason and its cold, get yo goddamn omelete and be a boss. And that's what I did. And it was good. Remember, Omelette for dinner. In all frankness, this place is delicious. Check it out. OK OK OK. fine. My EGGspectations were met!!! hu hhuhu huh!!?!? lol. cheers fellas!
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Erin H.
Food was overall undercooked and wait staff was unavailable. Sent the bacon back to finish cooking; was almost finished eating my omelet (slightly undercooked, but edible) before I could get someone's attention to ask when the bacon was coming back. When she brought me the bacon (the old stuff or fresh?), she said the manager was coming over to talk to me. The manager never showed. The toast was warm, but not what a reasonable person would consider as "toasted", but didn't send it back because was still waiting for the bacon and still looking for wait staff. Wasn't offered a coffee refill until the meal (including bacon) was finished and no one came around pouring coffee, plus couldn't find anyone to ask for coffee. Was offered a dessert menu after breakfast though. Cooking and customers seemed to be duel inconveniences for this restaurant on this particular day.
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Tiffany F.
Great breakfast spot. It opens really early which is very cool on the weekend. The crepes with chicken, mushrooms and peppers was really good. This is my first time but won't be my last time here!
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Ashwin M.
Saturday Brunch: Not up to par with my many stellar experiences at Eggspectations in Columbia. Mostly it was the service that came up short. Had to remind our waiter three or four times for silverware, small plates and bread, and entrees took forever. My Spinach Florentine Benedict was yummy, and both friends who got Egg-Chiladas devoured them in no time. Awesome hot chocolate too. Would give 4 stars, but deducting one for subpar service and because one friend's huevos rancheros was rock hard (the tortilla). That said, my party of 7 got seated within 15 mins on a Saturday at noon, not bad! It's always nice that they can seat incomplete parties without any problems.
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Laurie K.
The breakfast is good, and it's very crowded on the weekends. But the lunch and dinner offerings are to be avoided at all costs. Go to drink, sit out on the patio and people watch. Enjoy the desserts. But for a meal when you're hungry? No, try the nearby restaurants.
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Hina C.
Don't waste your time or money. They don't even use good eggs because this place is a bad egg :P nothing special you can make a better quality and better tasting breakfast at home.
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Emily R.
Great food for breakfast but an insane wait on the weekend since there are no reservations. Dinner food is average at best and the service is really lacking, even with a half empty restaurant.
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Neal Gone Daddy H.
We got here on a Sunday at 10am right before a big rush came in. We ordered huevos rancheros and chesapeake eggs benedict. first bad sign was the huevos rancheros came out with the remains of the bottom of the tortilla chip bag, all cracked and stale. the egg whites were also raw on the over easy eggs. yuck... but the chesapeake eggs benedict was the worst thing of all. it seemed like they just cracked open a can of crab meat and made some sprinklings on top of two mucky benedict lumps and charged us $18.00. The whole mess stunk to high heavens.
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Lalou A.
We were visiting from out of town and decided to try this place. Wow were we sorry. The waitress was friendly enough, but the food took forever to arrive. Another person in our party had to wait 15 minutes for a salad with not many other people in the place! They served what tasted like old garlic bread. My daughter and I ordered burgers hers with ketchup only, I with onion rings, her with fries. We ordered them medium well but when they arrived hers had everything on it and both came out burned. I tell u if they are trying to provide hockey pucks to the nhl they are on the right track. The waitress told us the cooks were Spanish and couldn't understand. Do you need to speak English not to burn the hell out of your food? So we sent them back they came back much quicker than the 20 minutes we waited last time not quite as burned. The manager came back and apologized but actually said the burgers were ordered medium well and cooked to perfection by her best chef!!!!! I told her that I don't know what your version of perfection is but this not it she fake apologized and quickly rushed off to remove it from our bill. Unbelievable. Do not waste your money or time at this place or you'll be sorry! (This was written by my husband Michael, he was so beside himself! LOL!)
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Siv L.
Came here for brunch at 9:30 and fortunately there was no wait. The menu is extensive so it was hard to narrow down what we wanted. I ordered the All American (2 eggs fried, medium, potatoes, beans, fruit garnish, and 2 slices of bacon, Canadian bacon, ham, sausage, toast) -- everything was great and I especially liked the potatoes that were served with sauteed mushrooms. My boyfriend ordered an omelette with egg whites, mushrooms, veggies with a side of corn beef hash. He also ordered a smoothie (which was kind of expensive $7). Service was fast, everything was good. Would come again.
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Starr C.
I was in downtown Silver Spring for dinner and we decided mostly on a whim to go to Eggspectation. Since it was Saturday night, we did have a bit of a wait. The hostess gave us a buzzer and we browsed the shops for a short while before heading back just as they buzzed us. Service is very nice. A little bit on the slow side, but again, considering it was Saturday night, I have nothing to complain about. I ordered a vegetarian omelette and my date had the Bagel Benedict? My omelette was fine. Nothing super spectacular, it's a pretty simple veggie omelette that came with some grapes (I was sort of confused by this XD) and potatoes that seemed to have soaked up a bit too much of the oil they were fried in. Our server kindly brought me salsa when I asked for a small dish. He was a bit slow bringing out my toast that is supposed to come with my omelette though? Luckily, I changed my bread a few minutes in, but I was kind of concerned that making my toast was taking as long as it did. Neither of us had ever had eggs Benedict before (shocking, I know), so I can't really comment on how it was. Atmosphere was pretty nice. There was a nice buzz of people, dimmed lights, and smooth music covering everything. It's good for an intimate get-together. All in all, I love having breakfast foods for dinner, but I feel like it could've been done better.
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La B.
When we've come on both occasions they dont have any pie! However the food is good. We've had the western omelet, french toast flambe, and steak and eggs. All are really good and well flavored. We dig the hot cocoa too. They have pepsi products, but not many alcoholic drinks. The menu is vast with items from sandwiches, to crepes, to fish. Booths and tables are all accommodating and spacious and wheelchair accessible. Staff are professional each time we visited and know the menu well.
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Libby F.
Happy Hour at Eggspectation: Coming here for happy hour is like going to T.G.I.Friday's for happy hour. Generic food, but not bad food. If you are looking for bargain prices in Downtown Silver Spring then this is the place for you. For one thing, happy hour goes to 8pm! All appetizers except for the mini crab cakes and crab quesadillas are half-off. That means you can get a decent-sized chicken quesadilla for $5.00. I had the bruschetta and it wasn't my favorite; not something I'd order again, but $2.75 for a Sam Adams draft just might draw me back to their patio again. Doggies welcome.
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Jannett L.
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants. The good is always delicious and the service is great. Last time I went was for Valentines Day, my boyfriend and I had the Valentine's day special which was a great deal. I couldn't get over how good the Grilled Salmon was. Plus, I love all the egg-puns! Definitely recommend!
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Clare M.
Interesting menu. Good desserts and coffee. Nice atmosphere. I'd go back
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Adam G.
The food is pretty good, but not for the price. It's never tough to get a table, though, and the service is generally reliable. Our server was courteous but forgot to bring our toast after explicitly mentioning she would. Also, when you have to pay almost $4 for a small juice, even if it is fresh squeezed, it's disheartening.
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David P.
Absolutely phenomenal breakfast location. I had the 'Yoke around The Clock' earlier this summer and it is still the best breakfast I have had in years. Very popular place, for the right reasons, and we will definitely be back next time we are on the east coast!
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Sasha N.
After some less than favorable reviews about the service, I was hesitant. I had brunch here in July, 2014 and the service was amazing. Very attentive young waitress, took our order promptly, etc. We sat in an outside table which was really nice. Great food. A little pricey, but I would definitely go back.
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Octavia M.
I dined here for brunch on 2/5/2014 with my husband and daughter. This was our first time here and we were having mixed reviews between the Silver Spring location and the Elliott City location. After reading several reviews for both locations, we decided on the Silver Spring location. Upon arrivial I had called this location to just verify the location and to just get some basic information. I spoke with the mananger Scott and he was just delighted.. I informed him of the mixed reviews in which I was getting from the Silver Spring location and he insured me that I would have a pleasent time. We arrived shortly after 12 noon and was seated promptly. Upon arrivial I noticed the decor from the outside coming in. I was very modern and chic. We sat next to the fireplace and the place was just grand from there. Our server, Dominic was just awesome he came over and greeted himself right away. We ordered the crab dip for an appetizer and it came out in a timly fashion. I was FANTASTIC. For our main dishes we ordered the the southwest omelet and the eggstravagana. TWO THUMBS UP EGGSPECTATION.. The best yet.. I plan to visit this weekend. See you all soon:)
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Virdina M.
Service here can be really crappy and inconsistent BUT their omelets and yogurt/granola are good. My little sisters liked their chicken tenders and fries. I also do love their smoothies. It's a decent place in downtown SS.
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LMarie C.
Food is ok. Breakfast is good...dinner is overpriced. The omlettes are fresh. Dinner food was a bit bland and just ok.
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Charlotte S.
The food here is fantastic! I've come here with friends multiple times and will continue to do so. The breakfast food here is so good and fresh! I love the grits they serve here, so much flavor! I also had this really good burger here one time, I think it was a Mango Burger or something. It was like a regular burger with mango and a special dressing, it was soo good! I just wish they would slice the mango differently so if doesn't keep sliding off the burger (cut it more like slabs than fries). Not a big deal, will definitely be back!
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Tim H.
Lots of interesting things to try--definitely worth coming back to again and again. You should definitely go into it with high eggspecta...oh never mind. There's a broad selection of breakfast favorites, occasionally with a unique twist (their 'eggcentricies'). Everything I've had has been delicious, though as with all breakfast foods there seems to be a stark divide between sweet and savory. I haven't tried anything not breakfasty. The drinks/juices are good too but pricey. It's not as creative a menu as you might hope for (especially in the waffle/pancake/french toast category), but it's certainly solid and has good vegetarian / healthy options that aren't totally lame. It'll be crowded when you really want to go (weekends for brunch), but it's never taken me more than a half hour to get in, and it's right at the fountain so come during the Farmer's Market and walk around a bit while you wait. I'm very glad to have an Eggspectation in the neighborhood--it's a great place to take family or friends for a reliable breakfast that's nicer than a diner.
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Maxxy C.
Very disappointing. I ordered the Tuna Nicoise salad. There were no green beans in this salad! Tuna Nicoise salads have green beans added. They were included on the menu but not in the actual salad. The chocolate martini was the worse ever! It was not creamy. This is an amateur place. Avoid it, they are not ready!!!!
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Carissa C.
This place has really gone down customer service wise. The food is still the same, some days are better than others. But the customer service is just annoying ! Half the time they never greet you when you enter and everyone knows how important that is. You have to wait for someone.. or ANYONE to seat you. Calling to place an order for pickup is a nightmare, the phone rings for close to a minute, then you have to hold. Maybe they're short staffed or maybe they lost their Eggspectation, funky vide but either way this place deserves two stars.
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Bryan W.
Probably one of the worst dining eggsperience in my life! I ordered a simple dish with sliced Canadian Bacon eggs and crepes. And it reminded me of the bar scene from The Ricky Bobby story. The crepes were pre made, which I don't have a big problem with but they were as thick as pancakes! They were stored in plastic and "nuked" in that same plastic. You could actually see the marks from the bag on these massive pancake, ummm I mean crepes. I tried to eat the other components but the Canadian Bacon tasted and looked like regular processed Ham. COLD EGGS! I asked for a menu so I could order something else. Medium Rare Bacon cheese burger. It was just a little seared on both sides . The cheese didn't even melt. Very slow service. I always wondered why the locals call the street Hellsworth Drive..
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G C.
Been there a few times and have never been dissatisfied. Food is good, service is great and the atmosphere is decent.
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Matt E.
Overpriced. Don't do eggs well. I've eaten here three times and gotten a different eggs benedict each time because it's my favorite. They did a poor job all three times. I gave them three chances because with a name like that, you'd think they would know how to poach eggs. Instead, they overcooked them. Rubbery, not runny at all, and pricey. Every. Single. Time. No thanks, there are way better places to spend my money than a place that sucks at its supposed specialty.
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Stephany T.
I've been here a few times - only because I'm close to Silver Spring and all the Rockville kids wanna try it out. For weekend brunch, the wait is always 15-20mins minimum. Service is kinda questionable... although the waiters smile and try to be friendly, I always feel a bit neglected. I realize it's busy, but the waiters seem a bit impatient and not totally alert. The food is okayyyy. I've had better, I've had worse. So 3 stars quality all around in terms of food. Main issue is that it's way, way, wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy overpriced for mediocre food and service. It's awesome that they have such a wide selection of egg breakfasts (I loveeeeeeee eggs, especially eggs benedict), but that's their only selling point. Come here once to say you've done it. After that, just save your money.
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Shannon M.
I came here after wondering around the Silver Spring shopping center with my best guy friend. The grand entrance attracted us. But overall, the food was nothing special to me. Just ok. I do remember them having a very extensive menu. I think this would be a great place for families though.
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Alicia K.
I've come off my five-star high horse with Eggs, but they're still one of my favies (possibly partly due to nostalgia). All my favorite servers have moved on to greener pastures, but it's still a solid establishment in the DTSS. The servers are still friendly, and the food is still good, but it's lacking that extra something that the other servers that went above and beyond created (e.g., Kevin, Phil, Sammy, David).
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Jack K.
Eggspectation is the greatest place. Period. (That's essentially three periods in a row... serious!) The service and staff are friendly, polite, proactive, efficient, and pleasant. If there is something that can be done to enhance my dining experience, I know that Eggspectation staff can deliver. For example, I ordered a steak and asked for Bearnaise sauce. The chef came out and told me that they did not have any, but he would make some especially for me. In another ongoing example, I've never been charged for exchanging a side for something else. There was a time I ordered a soup that had run out and they brought me a different on on the house to see if I liked it. It was a delightful butternut squash soup that is now my favorite. I always feel at home at Eggspectation. It's like going to hang out with my friends... who happen to make really awesome food and bring it to me. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual and doesn't bring with it the oppressive and claustrophobic environment that comes with some "breakfast-focused" restaurants (IHOP). You can come straight from the gym and not offend--but you can also dress up and not feel out of place. If you are upset because you have to wait, just keep in mind that everyone wants to eat brunch at noon on Sunday. There's a line because the place is awesome. If you show up at noon on Sunday with a group of 6, you're going to have to wait. You should come a little earlier if you want to get seated faster. The menu is diverse and delightful. My personal go-to is the Egg What. Scrambled. Rye toast. It's a simple breakfast dish that has corned beef hash as the star. It's brilliantly presented and at around $11 is a good value for what you would get at any brunch place. Recently, I've been favoring the Crab Cakes Benedict. I mean seriously, how can you go wrong with two crab cakes under an exquisitely delivered poached egg?! Eggspectation has the best Benedicts and their crab cakes are all meat and no filler. Another suggestion is the Mango Burger. I like mango. The dessert display is full of amazing selections and you can't go wrong with any choice. At $6 a slice, you should not only share for economics sake, but also because they are gigantic and eating the whole thing yourself would be a mistake. Eggspectation is great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It works on a first date, after-work happy hour, or an anniversary dinner. Eggspectation is a first rate restaurant at a reasonable price. Go. Now!
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Rachel D.
Love this place. A little pricey, but the food is yummy and the atmosphere is awesome. Always busy, too. I love coming here when I'm in the mood for breakfast anytime of the day ;)
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Laura K.
I went here 3 times for breakfast this weekend (since I was working right there!) Everything I had at eggspectation was great. Their orange juice is fresh and delicious. The coffee is good, and each time I had a different omelette. All were tasty and filling. The problem I have here is the service. It is painfully slow! The last time I went, I was with my friend. We both ordered eggs that came with toast. Our eggs came out and our waitress said the toast would be right out. 15 minutes later - no toast. Now I'm not one to complain, however my friend did. He was waiting for his toast to eat his eggs with it together. He told the bus boy (Because our waitress was MIA) how we never got toast and he wanted his toast with his eggs and now his eggs were now cold. He brought out toast for my friend- but not me. The manager came out at the end of our meal and offered free dessert- with breakfast?? Lol we both declined and my friend told the manager that I never even got my toast. Like I said, I'm not really one to complain, but my friend did have a point. We are paying for a service. He did offer dessert but since we declined, he could have knocked off a couple bucks off of the bill or something else for my friend having to eat his breakfast cold and me never receiving my full meal. So, the food is good. I would go back, but they need to be better organized with faster service. If you order a meal, every part of that meal should come out at the same time.
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Cat S.
I came here for breakfast one weekend and I wasn't satisfied. Their french toast was very soagy and simply soaked in syrup. Their menu items are a bit overpriced as well I think. My boyfriend, on the other hand, ordered to his hearts content, and was very happy with how his meal tasted (consisted of pancakes, fries, a burger). The setting of the restaurant may have been he only thing I thoroughly enjoyed (I'm very visually observant) as well as the decorations. Our waitress was bomb.com ! She was very personable and extremely kind, which gave me a good impression of Eggspectations after my bad experience with my french toast. She frequented us to see if we were satisfied or if we needed anything. She was very observant, and in hopes to make our experience even better, she presented us with a free shake on our next visit (I think bc we were first time diners).
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Nacole H.
So far so good. First time here, staff was wonderful! French toast was perfect! Variety of coffees, teas and fresh fruit drinks. Menu offers everything from fruit to lobster night on Tuesdays! Many veggie dishes to choose from as well. Certainly plan to return.
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Aubrey B.
Was really looking forward to breakfast here, but was slightly disappointed. Had the western breakfast burger, basically a western omelette on a brioche bun topped with lettuce and tomato. Wasn't great, but wasn't awful, just mediocre. This, combined with poor, slow service would make me hesitant to come back.
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Nichole N.
Originally I was unsure what to expect but since they had a GROUPON for this place I decided to check it out. I had breakfast for dinner and was so excited until I tasted my food. The portions were a bit small, under seasoned and nothing that I couldn't make myself. Overall, Eggspectation is not a breakfast place just a place that happens to serve breakfast items all day. A true foodie knows what I mean by that!
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Shachi B.
*Booming Announcer's Voice* Ladies and Gentlemen, if you like generic, bland, uncreative chains, then boy, do we have a place for you! Introducing... Eggspectation! Back to my review: It's a chain, and you can feel it the second you walk through the door. Everything seems too well placed, and even the spiral bound menu gives it a Cheesecake Factory feel. Oh the humanity! Anyway, on to the food... My food was terrible. I've been here a couple of times, and each time the food failed miserably to impress me. I LOVE me some breakfast, but when blueberry pancakes are merely plain pancakes with blueberries sprinkled around the edge of the plate, I'm gonna look elsewhere. The syrup on the side was warmed, which was a decent touch. Too bad the pancakes were room temperature. I've also had the Eggs Benedict and just like their namesake, they are a traitor to eggs everywhere. Terrible. Simply terrible. Was the hollandaise made from a freakin' mix or something? My friends seemed to enjoy their eggs and quiche respectively, but nothing looked tremendously appetizing - the plates were so overloaded with garnishes, side dishes and other things that it became a little overwhelming to even look at. Also, DO NOT order the lemonade! Minimal lemon taste, maximum sugar high. In fact, I suspect it's just crystal light in a pitcher. Eww. If you're craving breakfast, stick with a simple Mom & Pop place or a small business elsewhere. This place just isn't worth it.
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Marie Y.
Went one night wanting breakfast and ordered the Chesapeake Eggs Benedict.... #perfection with great service!!!
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Charmie S.
My first eggsperience (ha, sorry!) with these guys was in Montreal. I was home recently and hit it up for breakfast. Never fails. Believe it or not, I've never had one of their omelettes, their signature dish. It always looks to big for one, so I had one egg, french toast, and the potatoes. The service was super speedy, and the waiter was accommodating to let us move to an outdoor table. I asked for my eggs over medium and they came as so.The Canadian bacon was crisp, well done. The French toast was perfect -- not over-egged. Whatever the house syrup was, it was sweet! The best part for me is always the menu. All the egg references never quite get old. Always eggciting!
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Amir K.
The food is great and cheap for the quality you will get. specially considering there are not so many place with Saturday brunch in Montgomery county. However, you might wait forever and your bacon can never be crispy enough.
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Jennifer C.
Usually an avid patron, I am EXTREMELY disappointed in the worst $20 I've ever spent on a meal. I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict. Once upon a time this was a poached egg and lump crab cake on an English muffin with hollandaise. NOW it is a poached egg on English muffin with cold hollandaise sprinkled with crab remnants (with shells)! And they still charge over $18 for it!!! Awful! If you value your hard-earned dollar, do not go there until they begin valuing us as customers.
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Tara L.
The place to go to watch a game and drink a smoothie in downtown Silver Spring. This is eggs-actly what I did last weekend when I met up with my lady ballers. While it may be a more common practice to drink a beer while watching the game, it was much more refreshing to watch while sipping on on a mango-banana fruit smoothie. I never even realized there were so many television screens here above the bar area. I'm disappointed to report however, that I was less than impressed by the food I ordered here the following week for lunch. You probably know that I have a tendency to often order outside of whatever a restaurant is known for. (Always unintentionally.)Following this trend, I skipped on the egg dishes and went for a turkey club sandwich with fries. The sandwich was huge, but was overpowered by a crap ton of turkey. The fries were crisp and warm but lacked flavor. Our waitress, on a brighter note was fabulous and attentive, but otherwise the dining experience was fairly average and far from eggstra-ordinary. Other than the bar area, I think what this place has going for it is menu versatility: there are so many dishes to choice from that you are sure to find something for anyone here. Oh and they got love for da kids! On Mondays, children under 12 eat free with the purchase of a regular entree.
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Monica S.
From first glance the menu looks awesome! Don't let it fool you. It is long and over drawn out. So many items to choose from. The hostess did not even speak I just told her one please. The waiter took a while to come and take my drink order. I ordered the Boca Raton eggs Benedict. Sounded great... Nothing good about it besides being edible. I needed ketchup for the potatoes and hot sauce for the eggs bene. The egg was not poached but rather hard boiled. The hollindase tasted like a powder mix and the guacamole was scarce but almost brown in color. The almost absent fruit of the day being grapefruit looked as if it has been sitting out for days on end. It was super dry to the touch. In all I was excited about the menu but highly disappointed. Between the staff and food I would not reccomend this place.
We came here a week ago for brunch and it was rather underwhelming, unfortunately. I've always been curious about this place (mostly because of the name! :P) but it turned out to be disappointing. I got the Southwestern Benedict and it was just okay. If the service was a bit better, I would've added another star but really I don't blame our server. It just looked like the staffing was off because there were so many people there for brunch and just such few servers to accommodate everyone appropriately. I know they can only do so much when they're understaffed but we waited so long for simple things like coffee, hot sauce (I can't eat without it), and refills on water. With the food just ordinary, but expensive, and the service scattered - I don't think I'll be coming back.
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Hain L.
i don't get the hype about this place -- overpriced & bland food and a boring menu. I'd much rather go to a real diner.
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Tiffany H.
Love the food, service was friendly and they didn't mind my friend's raunchy jokes, in fact the waiter joked along with us!! We had a great experience and lots of fun. Only drawback was that it was cold and the chairs were uncomfortable. They also did not take reservations but I am not sure if that was just the time I called or not.
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Monticello Y.
These guys would be good if they hired some people who knew the difference between medium and well done. It really makes a difference
Sadly the vegetable omelette was very underwhelming. It was very watery and had no flavor. Perhaps a penalty for not adding cheese? Anyway, I was excited and looking forward to a solid omelette. I got some watery veggies and an overlooked egg. To boot the potatoes were cold and flavorless. It's rare for me to write this type of review but I had no choice.
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Kelli C.
Visited with friends a week or so ago, had the biscuits and gravy which were eggselent!!!! The waiter was nice and honest when helping me choose something, I appreciated that since the price point is so high!
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Shannon N.
After purchasing a Groupon, my friend and I decided to walk downtown for brunch. Upon arriving, we were seated outside. We asked about the groupon we purchased to make sure it was valid. The hostess (I'm guessing that's what she was) told us someone would be over to check it...no one came. We waited with no menus, no silverware, and no water until our waitress finally came over. We mentioned that we had a groupon and wanted to make sure we could use it for brunch. My friend and I ordered drinks: a hot chocolate and iced coffee..which they didn't "have" so I ended up with an iced cappuccino with mounds of whipped cream. My friend's drink came out and mine did not..Which we found to be odd, because good service etiquette is to bring both drinks/meals out at the same time.. Overlooking the drink situation, we ordered. Both of our meals came out cold as well as my order being wrong. Then came to the check: We were told our groupon was for 4 people not 2 and the manager would be over to explain. (This is what we were trying to avoid upon arriving) After explaining the misunderstanding of the deal and that my friend who bought the groupon was from out of town, the manager said there was nothing he could do, that my friend should transfer the deal to me since I live here to use another time, and then he walked away. WALKED AWAY. As two people from the food industry/managerial positions, we both found this to be extremely unprofessional, especially due to all of the mishaps from the moment we walked in. We ended up paying over $40 for cold food and terrible customer service. This will not be an establishment I would bring my friends to nor recommend.
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Michelle P.
I used to love this place. We got there and we're seated outdoors. I took a bit of time to get waters. Finally a waitress came and asked us for drink orders. We ordered the mini muffins as well, we were told twice that they ran out of certain types. We finally got our muffins. We tried the chocolate, blueberry and "chocolate cappuccino" which ended up being banana nut. We were told they didn't have those. We waited another 5 mins for silverware and saucers only for one saucer to be dirty. She came back to take our orders I ordered the green juice with kale, pineapple, spinach, lemon. It was good and served cold, frothy and yummy. I also ordered the lox and bagel. It came on a platter although it's listed under the sandwiches. I would only complain that their menus had else much food a dirt on them. I hope they see this and clean their menus. I can only imagine how many germs on waiting there. Overall the food was fine, but they need to work on their customer services.
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Keana R.
Food is delicious, but the customer service is lacking badly. I took my mom a few weeks ago who was in from NC because their brunch was amazing. Our experience was that of a fast food restaurant. Our waitress came to the table maybe 4 times- taking our orders, bringing water, bringing the food, and finally bringing our check. Our waters were empty and we needed extra napkins, but she was no where to be found. She checked on her other Tables, but neglected us. Upon paying for our bill, she retrieved the bill before we even got up. Most restaurants swipe them after the guests have left. She was closing the ticket out before we even left the table. Not a good look. And to her surprise, no tip was left due to poor customer service.
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Lisa R.
We chose this place as a good family bruch site because we wanted to go to the movies in Silver Spring. Amazingly for a breakfast place, the coffee was absolutely abominable. I had a wedge salad which was pretty good, but everyone else complained about their spinach crepes and waffle benedicts: it tasted pre-packaged, not fresh. We ordered espresso and cappuccinos to finish off the meal and they were also undrinkable: the same terrible flavor as the drip coffee, but in smaller cups or with foamy milk. The inside is cold, sort of like a cavern, and noisy.
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Phi N.
Ordered the eggs benedict, strawberry french toast and bacon. Had fresh orange juice to complement it. Delicious! I also split the ruben sandwich. It was pretty good in my opinion. I don't eat them often so I don't know what to compare it to, but I'd order it again. I don't know what this Dee girl was talking about... but my service was on point, waiter was really nice and fast with refills. My strawberries were fresh! They were really sweet, but my fatass dipped it in syrup anyway... and my hollandaise sauce was not orange... it was a really bright yellow though. I posted pictures so you can see! lol I hope you have a good experience here like I did!
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Lauren M.
Solid breakfast spot.
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Eva Marie O.
I been there once for breakfast and once for lunch. Both meals were amazing. Also the dessert is amazing! (Yes, I ordered a slice of cake with my breakfast!) This is a great date night kind of place too.
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Danny F.
The 3 star average really does a disservice to this place. I'm not sure what the issue is, but when I came here for a quick breakfast, this place got the job DONE. Because of time restraints, me and my buddy decided to sit at the bar. I had the eggstravaganza. Because I was in the mood for eggs benedict though, I asked for the eggs to be poaches and a side of hollandaise sauce. When the food came out, it was perfect. I ate up the eggs along with the french toast that the plate came with it in complete satisfaction. Nothing tasted denny's/IHOP- like. The french toast, though was beyond normal. It was incredible, and to think it was complimentary to my eggs is crazy. I like this place.
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Greg M.
Firstly, good food. Now for the details....Tables are not separated by anything, making lunch time difficult to carry a conversation on with your table with the general noise from all the other tables. Also, very expensive, $15 for a salad? Really, it was okay, but not AMAZING.
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Andrea C.
I guess if you need a big table for an early brunch you don't have many options; but if it's not so early that McGintys or Austin Grill is open in the same complex, go there! Outside tables weren't ready on a Spring Day. Since the menu board said happy hour was on, we decided to wait there until they opened up the tables, but the server didn't know happy hour was on. Menu specials on the board weren't available, and no one seemed to know it for 30 minutes while we waited for the order to be brought. The missing ingredient (rice for jambalaya) was easily available in the grocery store in the same shopping area - just BUY it-Sheesh! The jambalaya was still on the menu board when we left. The food we did get, French Dip and crab cake, was okay, but they didn't bring napkins or forks for the salads with the food. The fries were cold. That always bugs me that the kitchen would send out food they wouldn't serve to a table with their friends; why would they send it to a table with customers? I never did get the WiFi to work, and I had to walk toward Nando Peri-peri to download my Groupon. Not even another Groupon will bring me back; too many better choices on this block and beyond.
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Annie D.
Here's one of those times that I would like to be able to offer no stars. You can plan on eggspecting mediocrity. To start, our waitress came out and asked, "has anyone helped you yet?" Us, "No not yet" Her, "Oh, ok, well the other lady must have forgotten you were out here, so I can be your waitress." I ordered an iced coffee but was told they could only make me an iced cappuccino [which was just a tall glass of milk over ice with a splash of espresso(?)] Now, to the menu... The prices at this place are completely out of control! Your basic breakfast sandwich is almost $11! I ordered a bagel w/ cream cheese ($3ish) and I got a lenders bagel with Philly cream cheese. We also ordered a Roquefort omelet which, I'm not surprised cost about $12 since it was basically a plate of blue cheese with some egg around it. It had no flavor balance just mouthfuls of blue cheese. The service was awful, the food was terrible and the coffee sucked. You'd think, for the prices you'd be served delicate well prepared food with fresh fruit and tasty jams but what you get is crappy line cooked food with packets of Smuckers jelly and Sysco supplied breads and baked goods.
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Jess Y.
Ive always been a huge fan of eggspectation. The only one that I had been to was the Columbia, MD location. I always get the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, & occasionally my bf and I share the fruit stack(pancakes with fruits and english cream). I had the worst experience ever!(silver spring) Anyone that orders eggs Benedict on the regular is aware of how the egg is cooked. My egg was cooked completely... The dish was also cold. Shouldn't my meal be warm if the egg has been completely nuked? Why? I don't know. The cook must have been sleeping. By far the worst eggs benedict I've ever had. If you can't poach an egg, you shouldn't be working in a breakfast joint. Period. I will never return here again.
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Saquan V.
Food was decent wait staff wasnt pleased about they took for ever with our food and when it got there it was cold then the waiter took about 40 min to return to the table
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Jen C.
Eggspectation has a Cheesecake Factory feel to it, with not as cozy seating. However, you can easily get a booth to your party which is nice. The service was friendly. Food was a hit on some dishes, and others not so much. There needs to be more consistency for this establishment to survive. -Soup: chicken florentine. THIS SHOULD BE BANNED FROM THE MENU. It was worse than Campbell's canned coup, and was like drinking salt water. The chicken was also very tough and dry. My date and I were both squirming and going WTH. I was very tempted to send this back and request a different soup, which I have never done. -EGGstreme pasta was a great choice. Its description won me over, with an avocado cream sauce and asparagus. Too many sun dried tomatoes, but chicken was a lot better than the soup...but still not very tender. Overall flavor was great and it was a good dish. -Bayou Benedict's eggs were cooked well but everything else was "eh." Chicken wasn't very flavorful, and polenta was just useless on the dish. No taste whatsoever. Coffee selections were delicious, however. These salvaged our eggspectations ;). Highly recommended are the Caffe Affogato (espresso & high quality ice cream) and Caffe Moka Nero (espresso mixed with hot chocolate). Yum! Overall, the prices were a little high for mediocre dishes. It is not worth the value.
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Michelle S.
i treated a couple visiting friends to breakfast, and i'm pleased to say we all enjoyed eggspectation. we each had one of their special coffees, which were SUPER delicious. the servings are a bit generous (good cause nothing is cheap) and everything was just the way we wanted. service was decent, but you could tell it was very busy (we waited 35 min for a table). and, while our server was nice, she kept forgetting items we'd ordered i also LOVE the decor. the bookcases and fireplace made the room feel cozy and inviting. i really wish we'd gotten a booth because i wanted to grab one of the books. it would be nice, though, if the tables were a little better spaced. luckily, i didn't have someone bumping my chair constantly, but getting around tables was like working a maze game. i'm hoping to go back soon when it's warmer; i love outside seating
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Nikki S.
Decent food. Great service. It's a reliable place for a "traditional" brunch during the weekend. It's also super family friendly, so don't be surprised if you hear the squeal of little ones over breakfast.
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Shakeem B.
Every time I visit this place, I'm always left happy, full, and satisfied. Calamari appetizer is superb. I usually have the crabcake as my entree. ALL jumbo lump crab meat, no filler! Service is warm and friendly. On colder days, get the table next to the cozy, lit fireplace.
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Chris C.
Breakfast all day place with a wide range of selections right in the center of Silver Springs. The place was large with a nice layout and style. The prices were a bit high and the service was average bordering on the slow side. I ordered a meal that came with pancakes, eggs, potatoes and bacon. The pancakes & eggs were good but nothing special. The potatoes were cut almost like an extra thick potato chip. I didn't care for them in this style. The bacon was way overcooked yet somehow not burnt. They did have fresh orange juice which was very good.
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Victoria S.
Eggscellent! Speggtactular...I can't believe I never reviewed Eggspectation. It's only one of the best places to eat everything breakfast...all the specialty eggs under the sun. Obviously. Service is great...never had a problem! They even split the plates to share if you ask. They offer separate checks. Really great experience all around. As a vegetarian (note: this place is not for a vegan - DUH!), I order the Florentine Benedict or the Oy Vegg! It's pure heaven. I love the decor of eggs-related imagery. You can have eggs anyway you like or just get regular stuff like salads and sandwiches but I don't know why you would. Plus, they have great cakes! Red Velvet and Chocolate Layer cakes - so rich! Decadent. Been to the one in Centreville, Columbia and Silver Spring. All consistent. It is a bit spendy for breakfast food. No, it not IHOP or Silver Diner it's a step above. Everyone I know loves it.
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Michael M.
I was about to say it wasn't that bad... just bland. But then i remembered I had juevos rancheros...which, in reality, should only be bland due to a real lack of effort... so ... read into that what you will. I just stopped in to grab some breakfast while i was bored one day, and enjoyed it, lots of TV's to watch football, seemed like people were enjoying their brunches.. I'm just never impressed by their prices...
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Semra E.
I've come to this place to get my Sunday brunch on with everyone and their mama for a long time now. They always do me right and the selection is endless (which I love since I like to mix things up every now & again). The best part about this place....it's never too early to drink a smoothie with RUM....that's right people don't judge. I like to get my chillaxin' day started off with a Mango-mix & some Belgium Waffles....nothing speaks to my heart like their plates do there. If you haven't been there before, they have awesome happy hour specials (try the crab dip, it's like crack). Also, make sure that you get there before the church crowd gets there on Sunday's....there's usually about a 20-30 minute wait regardless. But it's worth the wait.
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Tia S.
I absolutely enjoyed my first experience at "Eggspectation". I was catching a flight from Dulles International Airport and being that we got their early, we decided to go eat. We so happen to pass this place on the way to the airport and I was curious to see how it was. My friend said she tried a place similar in MD and enjoyed it. After I checked my bags, I was determined to try this place. Man, this place turned out to be a wonderful experience. I ordered a grilled chicken breast, egg whites, and the breakfast potatoes with a side of cheese grits. I absolutely love grits and I must say this place has the BEST cheesy grits ever! They were so creamy, almost unbelievable and I didn't have to add nothing to them. My goodness I enjoyed this place. My friend ordered something (I can't remember) and she had turkey bacon with hers and the bacon was good as well. Breakfast is one of my favorite meals of the day and this place has really made me smile. I look forward to the grits. :) The very next time I'm in the area, I will definitely pay "Eggspectation" a visit. Thanks for reading.
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Kelly G.
On 8/13/11, the inimitable w/Wilson R. invited me to breakfast at Eggspectation. It was absolutely delicious. I am a HUGE fan of breakfast anyway. But a place that specializes in eggs? OMG. Hog heaven. I had the french toast breakfast. It came with 2 eggs, potatoes, turkey sausage, and fruit! Lighter fluffier french toast I've never tasted. And the syrup was warm. And eventhough I am THAT coffee girl, I must admit, I truly enjoyed the cup of steamin' joe provided by eggspectation. I'm a fan and will definitely return to this lovely spot.
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James R.
This place remains a mystery to me. I love Eggs Benedict, particularly during the fall and winter so I've tried stopping by here for brunch several times on the weekends. The problem is that their egg dishes are terrible---and this at a place that claims to specialize in egg dishes! The eggs benedict is mediocre at best, as are the omelettes, and the steak and eggs. And all of these are served with sides of some type of baked "home fries"---so they look like home fries but they're not---and a couple of slices of limp fruit. The one thing I have enjoyed there are the sandwiches. Both the turkey club and the ham and swiss are good so if you're stuck here and need to order something they are a safe bet. Hope these guys get their act together, we really could use a good breakfast place in downtown Silver Spring!
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Yuridia G.
This last Saturday my friend and I were looking for a place to have brunch, we decided to try Eggspectation since we were in the mood for breakfast food. When I got to the place the inside was really packed, but we opted to have a table outside and were seated immediately. They had every kind of egg combination you can imagine, and I ended up selecting the egg quiche. My food was good, nothing out of this world, although my friend's cinnamon bun looked delicious with the fruit toppings. The service was very good, our waiter came out and checked on us to make sure we were good despite how busy it was and she was very nice and friendly. Overall, I would definitely consider returning here for a Sunday brunch.
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Kristin M.
One of the many chain restaurants around the fountains of downtown Silver Spring. Its major pluses are that it has outdoor seating, it's on a deal website, and it's not Austin Grill ( yelp.com/biz/austin-gril… ). The food is fine, sometimes better than fine, but nothing special or exciting by any means. Very much has a chain feel. Great happy hour deals, however, and the longest menu I've ever seen in my life, so, something for everyone (except foodies, who will be bored to tears).
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AngryYoungMan X.
Good location. Sub-average service. Terrible food. Do not be fooled by the hustle-bustle at this place. Given its prime location, this place can get packed up during brunch hours on weekends. A great deception to unknowing first timers. I have been here a couple of times and my experience was equally bad so there goes their second chance. This location of Eggspectation is in downtown Silver Spring so the location is a decent. Also, this is probably the only positive to this place. It gets pretty loud inside given the large amount of people and there is a small outside seating as well. Servers are not very well-trained in noting orders and the place is generally understaffed. Don't expect to be swept of your feet. Food is edible but expect nothing more. I have tried a variety of things from their menu - omelette, crepes, sandwiches, pancakes, cappuccino (having a large party helps). Food was greasy, salt and cold. Every single one of them failed to impress me by a long shot. I don't recommend this place... at all. There is better out there. But if you insist on it, they do have a pretty big menu so there will be something for everyone if you have a large gathering.
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Sarah S.
The food was very tasty, especially the desserts. Service was fantastic. The environment was comfortable and welcoming. The prices are a bit high, so I'll probably wait to go back until I have another gift certificate, but this place is worth a visit.
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Christina C.
Went here for dinner tonight. My friend and I both had the Tex Mex crepe (sorry, no pic!), and it was delicious. The menu is HUGE - so many options, and you can get breakfast for dinner anytime!. Our server was really friendly and attentive. I like this place better than a diner.
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Griselle G.
Excellent service, had the French toast with strawberries and bananas. They were to die for! The Cuban sandwich also is excellent! Went to this place simply because I was in the neighborhood, will definitely return.
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Kevin G.
Place used to be good, but last couple of times I noticed the price getting higher and the portions getting smaller. Service sucks now. Feel like they are trying to cut corners. Won't be going back - too bad we used to love this place.
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Scott M.
I didn't have many eggspectations for Eggspectation, but I was invited to brunch in Da Sprang so I was looking foward to it anyway. My experience at Eggspectation was eggselent from a culinary standpoint but rather uneggciting as far as service was concerned. I was immediately impressed by the really cozy interior ... like a haunted library that serves breakfast food. Very suburban chic, if you will. The menu is enormous, almost to the point of being eggsessive, but I went with the Eggstravaganza of all choices, because why not? The eggs were, as I had hoped, quite good. Not too salty or dry or watery. The potatoes were delicious -- nay, deleggtable -- perfectly seasoned and cooked. The french toast was completely eggreable, so long as you douse it with syrup. The turkey bacon, in my opinion, was a little undercooked, so if you like your turkey bacon stiff and crunchy like I do, ask them to keep it on the griddle for a little while longer. The reason to take off one star from my review, despite my admiration of the food, lies in my dissatisfaction with the service. I would deduct more stars, but I've only been here once, so I figure my eggsperience may have been a fluke. Notably, our food took kind of a long time to arrive (though it was still hot...), and for some reason it was an eggceptionally long wait for our check. You should probably block off 2 hours for brunch here or else, ask for your bill when your waiter comes by to check on you. And always ask for a water refill since I don't recall anyone coming by unsolicited. Even despite the mediocre service, the food and atmosphere was really great, and I'd definitely come here eggain.
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Debbie C.
Overpriced and not worth it. The server was slow and it was not a busy night... AND she overcharged us. I had to send the bill back for corrections. Here's what really pissed me off: 1) We asked if she could bring some pineapples and she didn't let us know that it would be charged as a "side" to the tune of $4. Also, the pineapple "side" was the tiniest bowl I've ever seen--containing less than half a cup of the fruit. 2) I wasn't that hungry and ordered 2 sides of bread and was charged $8. EIGHT DOLLARS for 4 slices of toast. EIGHT DOLLARS!! 3) the hamburger my friend ordered was small and plain. Long story short: nothing to write home about here and WAY OVERPRICED.
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Kerry F.
The food was pretty tasty. I was surprised at a gazpacho with a cream base and a lot of kick, but I enjoyed it. I added crab to it, and it was very clear that the crab they chose was very fresh. Big plus. The chocolate crepe for dessert was filling and tasty. We were seated on the patio, so we didn't get very frequent water service or plate removal (This happens frequently when eating outside and is my pet peeve at any restaurant). Our check was slow in coming, though we asked for it when the crepe came out. All in all, it was a good meal for the price, though the price of savory crepes is steep.
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Kathryn Z.
Alright. Lets get this started by saying that #1 I'm not a picky diner #2 I consider myself a reasonable human being #3 I love myself a good drink... don't worry, this applies. Food-wise it is pretty tasty. Some creative benedict choices and pretty moderate in quality... nothing too amazing, but super handy to have an all-day breakfast restaurant nearby. I went about 2 weeks ago for brunch with my boyfriend and decided, as a natural course of brunch events, that I would love to have a mimosa. Dreams were crushed when apparently some 'chain' restaurants in Maryland do not take perfectly valid IDs from other states that are vertical and have the "under 21 until blah blah" still on them (even though mine says until 2010...which as we know has already happened) I just moved here a few months ago, and seriously, who goes to the DMV unless threatened with license expiration?? Yes folks, that's right. My ID was valid, un-expired, and totally legal and yet I wasn't served. I know it's just one little mimosa... but lets just top off this insult by adding that I was served alcohol two weeks prior at the SAME RESTAURANT. The manager claimed that it was a Maryland law now, yet friends of mine who work in Maryland restaurants have never heard of it... oh don't you worry, I did my research. My friend wasn't served at a Maryland Applebees once, so I've heard of this terrible curse before. I realize that restaurants "have the right" to do this kind of nonsense, but it isn't even a good business decision! I get that rules are rules determined by the powers that be, but the fact that I was served at this restaurant before and then suddenly it was illegal to serve me again is purely asinine and infuriating. The food is fine and the drinks I had when I was allowed to drink there (so messed up) were adequate. It really is fine for brunch, but I am just too annoyed and stubborn to go back.
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DeAnne B.
Been about 5 times and the service hasn't been the best, but the atmosphere is pretty cool. Whenever I go, I get the Chesapeake Benedict which is really tasty. I don't necessarily care for the actual english muffin that the eggs are served on and I usually substitute the potatoes as a side for the cheesy grits. Their cheesy grits are really nice, creamy and not too cheesy. Yum. Good brunch spot, especially if you want brunch any time of the day. They're currently having a Four Square promotion for $10 off if you use your AmEx. Not sure when it runs out, but I got $10 off yesterday.
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Julie R.
I had an eggs benedict with guacamole on it (don't remember the name). Way better than a diner, turning point and most breakfast places. The food was good, but not amazing. This place wants to be slightly more upscale than it actually is, but the prices are still good. In a great location surrounded by shops in downtown Silver Spring.
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James J.
One of the only breakfast places in the area, I'm pretty sure that's the only reason it's still in business. Bottom line: Overpriced, small portions, mediocre food.
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Zachary P.
I've been to Eggspectation at least two dozen times since discovering it in early 2010. I used to go almost weekly when I stopped by on Saturday for the local farmer's market and Borders, but since the bookstore closed I haven't been up here much lately. Despite my months-long absence from the place, when I went last Saturday (the very windy Saturday), two of the servers recognized me and stopped by to chat. The service here is usually great, even if on weekends you can wait a long time for a table (hey, it's popular). I've enjoyed every breakfast dish I've tried here, especially with the side of grilled potatoes. The crepes with roasted red pepper sauce are delicious, and the french dip sandwich is one of my favorites, served with a huge side of au jus. I'll keep eating here whenever I'm shopping or watching a movie in the Silver Spring area.
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Amy C.
Well! We'd been here once before and liked it, so came back tonight as a family of 4, for dinner. We got there at 6:15 and were hoping to get to a 7:15 movie. We mentioned this to our waitress and she got us some delicious food quickly - made it to the movie, no problem. The problem came when my husband got the final credit card receipt - there was an 18% "gratuity" added - for a family of 4! We would've tipped our usual 20% anyway - but having it added automatically to the bill pretty much ensures we won't be going back! I don't know if that's restaurant policy, or if the waitress figured (correctly) that she'd get away with it because we were in a hurry, but no matter. We still won't be going back.
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Linda W.
Good breakfast with unremarkable service.
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Seythe M.
A decent breakfast spot. I had the classic eggs benedict and fried green tomatoes. The eggs were cooked well but the hollaindaise sauce wasnt flavorful. The tempertature of the food was below warm, i imagine it may have been sitting about 5 min before it reached my table. The green tomatoes were cut thick and were browned to a nice golden color. The thickness of the tomato and it being not fully cooked in the center, made it a bit difficult to slice through. Overall, the atmosphere and the servers are nice. The food could have a little more attention though.
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Jennifer V.
We've been to this location a few times- and we always go back for the food! Favorites are the classic eggs Benedict with to die for lyonnaise potatoes and the French Toast page. The service today was awful- the server took the adjacent table's food order and our drink order one after the other. Their food came before our drinks- coffee and ice water!! Then he finally took our food order. When we commented on the amount of time the drinks took he didn't even say sorry. We will likely return for the food, so hopefully the experience will improve.
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Erich Y.
The service here can be pretty hit-and-miss, and the food doesn't seem to be as consistently good as it has been in the past. I recommend going for dinner or a late lunch....otherwise, the place is likely to be really crowded.
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MaJ C.
Walked in to a meeting with one of my Wife's science colleagues Sunday morning, Got greeted very well, and guided to our table. Server at first, was on his game, Taking our drink orders, and leaving us, overlooking the menus. The menus, by the way, are huge tomes dedicated to the ova we love. 5-6 pages, a bit confusing, and certainly too many combination's to just innocently dive right in and pick any one. Ok, order of grits, and eggs Crawly. ( What I call the Chesapeake crab over Poached egg dish they have ) Delicious. A touch dry, and the crab a small portion, though very nice. The service, always a bit weird when your waiter hands you a plate of food to pass along. If you cant reach a table position, walk Around the table, until you can place the food in front of someone. Pet peeve. All and all, I would go back. Service just a touch Slow, Food, decent, Though not as good as a classic Greasy Spoon'.
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Katelyn K.
The first time I had Eggspectations when I was studying in Ottawa, ON, Canada. When I moved back to DC to finish my degree I was thrilled to learn there was one just around the corner from me in Silver Spring. I have never had a bad experience at Eggspectation in Silver Spring. During the last two visits, however, our food was incredibly late getting to us because of mix ups in the kitchen. This was mildly disappointing because the restaurant was fairly empty as it was early for dinner on weeknight. The staff was incredibly apologetic. I definitely prefer Eggspectation to either Denny's or IHOP, both of which remind me a little too much of the greasy spoons diners I love in NJ, but that try too hard to be them. The restaurant is incredibly clean.
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Suzanne R.
It's a good solid meal. Great no. Awful no-way! I got dinner crepes and they were good. My spouse got a Chesapeake Omelet. The omelet was good, but no where near as good as it sounded. The omelet eggs seemed slightly overcooked to me and you are only given 1 piece of toast with it. (Really? It's toast!) The portions were good/average and the restaurant is big with a roomy decor. Everything seemed fresh. We did get Tres Leche cake for dessert and was very good and the definite highlight of the meal. I think going to see what the restaurant is & all about is good. But it doesn't seem like a place you'd(I'd) intentionally repeat.
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Robert C.
I don't think this restaurant is all that. I think it's a bit overpriced and the portion's rather small. I didn't have a good 1st experience there. The food's just ok, nothing stood out or anything. The interior of the place's decent, the service's good. On top of that, we had to wait for like 30 minutes. It's not special in any way and I don't think I'll be back for a long time.
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Minda M.
When I heard about this place I was quite "eggcited". I ventured there for a Sunday brunch, I walked in to a typical chain restaurant with people crammed by the front door waiting for a table. The menu has a lot of stuff on it, but waaaaay over priced for the size of the portions. I got some egg dish with beans, and my side of beans was a tiny little shot glass with beans. For $12 eggs I would hope to get more than 4 beans. The eggs were well poached, so that was one positive thing.
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Bill B.
Great place for dinner, and almost certainly for lunch as well. The menu ranges from burgers, to pasta, to crepes and includes a good dessert case. (Egg-based options, including breakfast are prevalent.) The bacon cheeseburger my friend ordered was excellent, with real cheddar and tasty, crisp bacon. The accompanying fries were crisp and peppery. My chicken cordon bleu was likewise delicious--tender, juicy chicken with a nice crust. The ham and bleu cheese filling could have been more abundant, but was adequate. It came with a side of fettuccine marinara, which was nice if unexceptional. My only real food complaint was that the desserts were pretty much limited to varieties of cakes--I would have liked to see some pie or berry tart or a creme brulee for variety. The kitchen is open and active, so it can be fun watching your (or someone else's) food being prepared. Bathrooms are clean and nice. Indoor decor is dark woods and subdued lighting, so this could make a nice date option. Still, the atmosphere is fairly casual, so if you wanted to wander in wearing jeans, you wouldn't feel out of place. Perhaps the best part is the patio seating. It's facing the central plaza of the mall with a direct view of the fountain and it's colorful tile mosaic. Our dinner included a show, as the hot day and spraying fountain meant a host of small kids were running through and playing in it. My companion kept looking over wistfully and commenting about wanting to join them. (Being impish, I kept encouraging her, but she opted to stay dry.) Service was good--friendly and quick. All in all, I was quite happy with it and would absolutely recommend it for lunch or dinner, both if you're already nearby shopping or as a destination of it's own. TRIVIA: Just around the corner in the mall complex are a movie theater and billiards cafe, so you could easily construct a full date around this location. Doubly convenient, since it's only 3 blocks from Silver Spring Metro station--no car required. Take note, teenagers!
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Shane B.
I went here on a Friday around 10:00 am and it was very quiet -- astoundingly so, really, considering the breadth of their menu. They had a good 10 different kinds of benedict, waffles, French toast, pancakes, a large variety of omelettes and scrambles... all very nice. Their lunch menu was also very large and varied. Oh, and they have SMOOTHIES! How cool is that? Like literally a smoothie menu, starting at $6.99 with the option of adding alcohol. The food was good, although it wasn't wildly incredible. They only gave us one pretty small piece of toast, which I thought was a bit lame. Now for the bad part: an omelet and an apple juice ran me $20 before tip. Yes, $20. The food was not THAT good, people. I mean, yeah, it was nice... but a $5 apple juice and a $15 omelet? Hmmm. The receipt said we were charged for a "large" apple juice, but the waitress didn't ask us if we wanted a large or a small, and the large apple juice was really not that big. I'd hate to see the small. In short, the service was good. The food was pretty good. The menu was gigantic. The decor was cute. The prices were terrible, and the serving sizes weren't as gigantic as that darned big 'ol menu.
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Brandon C.
Eggspectation, you're just okay. I've been here three times now and had decent experiences on all occasions. I never had an amazing experience, but I never had a bad one either. Its a good place to take someone for a not too expensive, but still nice brunch. Other than that its not worth the price. I mean I get it, its an upscale-ish breakfast place, but still I have a hard time believing that any egg is worth over $10. Luckily this most recent time I had a groupon, so that cut the bill in half. But for two people, pancakes and eggs benedict and coffee came out to over $30. Yes it tastes good, yes there was good service, but I feel as though I could have a much better experience for half the cost at a diner. That's just my opinion, however. I did love the fresh orange juice however; its probably the best thing I've had there.
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Priscilla R.
Good for a family dinner. We went got two adult egg meals for dinner - Bayou Benedict and Egg-Chilada. Both were good. I checked and the Bayou sauce is made without flour and was ordered with no toast. I had mentioned I was Gluten Free and so our server asked the cook about the polenta. She found out it included flour so she removed it from the dish. Many thanks to her! Two kids meals - scrambled eggs and chicken fingers were quickly eaten. It got busy as we were leaving so it was a little longer than we would have liked to get the check but our waitress Gaby was very, very good throughout the evening so no complaints there.
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Lara W.
Eggspectation is GREAT for breakfast or brunch. Not unreasonably priced for the amount and quality of food but not cheap. Good pancakes, GREAT eggs benedict, good wraps and sandwiches. BUT, their dinner sucks. We have been a few times and it's just always disappointing. Not necessarily bad but so eh.
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Trisha H.
Came here for an impromptu dinner. I have a sister that just had a little one (he's 6 months) and we were planning to go somewhere else, but that somewhere else was unwelcome about the whole baby thing and had an issue about a late dinner member, so we decided to try Eggspectation instead. I think the food was good. Burgers were definitely the choice of the night, and they are very willing to add anything to a burger that isn't specifically on the menu. The wait staff was super helpful, patient and friendly. Definitely a family friendly atmosphere. The price is reasonable as well, and it's great to be able to have breakfast for dinner!
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Abdul A.
Don't expect much. I went in just form looking at the menu posted on the window. The food was pretty good but the quantity was small. It filled me up for about an hour. Now I'm not a big guy, but I expect to get full. The waitress was extremely friendly. It's decent food for a decent price. What more can you ask for in downtown silver spring?
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Lisa M.
I've been here several times over the years and were it a little more affordable i'd be more of a regular. First the look of the place. For some reason I always get a harry potter vibe. The interior is brick, decorated with purposely cluttered bookshelfs filled with fake books and the occassional painting. it's very colorful and homey, but I keep thinking i'm going to find a secret passageway if i pull the right book out of those bookshelves. I tend to get the yolk-around-the-clock with eggwhites and bacon. This is an open faced egg-bacon-cheese sandwich on a toasted bagel. It is pretty damn delicious and comes with crispy potatoes on the side. in my experience the eggs are always cooked perfectly. This is the only place ever that i've ordered an appetizer/dessert for breakfast. The vanilla yogurt with a side of warm honey is basically a dessert, we've ordered it as a side, a before, and an after for our breakfast meal. i'm not sure why this yogurt is so delicious, but it definitely better than your dannon brand. I haven't been here for Sunday Brunch because I always assume i'll have to wait far too long. I tend to go for a late lunch on saturday, when the wait is never an issue.
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David O.
I was completely satisfied with my breakfast here. The eggs were lovely and the potatoes were delicious. I truly enjoy coming here.
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Joe C.
I honestly liked the decor of the place. The food really wasn't that great. Especially for the price. I've had better breakfast at IHOP. The drinks were eggcellent.
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Nicky B.
Pretty good spot for breakfast/lunch/brunch. One of the better options in that strip. The service is a little slow, but I've never not enjoyed anything I've eaten (or tasted) there. I like to get their crepes - my favorite being the ham, cheese & asparagus one. Really delicious, and perfect for brunch. It's hard to leave the place hungry, portions are very generous!
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Patrick H.
I have to say I simply adore this restaurant. They are a chain out of Montreal Canada, which in itself garners a little respect. They have a big rambling menu with lots of "eggy" options and numerous choices of "non-eggy" fare to boot. We love the omelets here, as well as the gridled muffin (egg white griddled muffin of your choice topped with fruit and berries, creme anglaise and slivered almonds... OMG), the Nicoise Salad is a true standout and of course they know their way around a crepe or two. By the way, the Dessert crepes are HUGE and definitely more than enough to share with that special fellow crepe lover you brought with you. hardypartyreview.blogspo…
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Keisha S.
I've been here a few times and over all I've been happy. My only gripe is consistency. I ordered a dish egguberant for breakfast the first time I had it my pancakes were on a separate dish dusted with powdered sugar and butter. The next time I ordered they had everything on the same plate threw my eggs over the pancakes, no powdered sugar, no butter. When I said something they just brought me a empty plate to transfer the pancakes. The service was pretty poor as well that day. I will give it another try after the holidays
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mark l.
I went to Eggspectation with high hopes. I love breakfast! Verdict--You could do much better elsewhere. The restaurant does not look like a breakfast restaurant, but looks much more like a typical bar type place, and not a very homey one either. I originally wanted to get the Eggstravaganza, which is a French Toast, eggs, breakfast meat & potatoes plate. Because I don't like cinnamon on my French Toast, I asked my waitress if I could have it without. Also ordered OJ and a cappuccino. Meantime my two 8-year olds ordered the kids scrambled egg plate and chocolate chip pancakes. My son asked if he could have a hot chocolate for a drink instead of milk/juice, to which our waitress said sure. 15 minutes later, when I expected that the food would be coming back, our waitress returns saying that the cinnamon is already in the batter so I can't have French Toast without. So I switched to Eggsuberant, which is basically the same, but with pancakes instead of French Toast. Overall, with some glitches the food was tasty. The pancakes were very good, but there were only two and they were on the small side. My grilled potatoes were excellent and the OJ was wonderful--fresh squeezed and lower in acid than any other freshly squeezed juice that I've had before. Almost tasted whipped. My son's chocolate chip pancakes were also very good with lots of intense chocolate flavor. However, my daughter's egg plate came with the same grilled potatoes as mine only hers had way too much pepper on them--for me, much less for a child. And despite my cinnamon warning, my capuccino arrived with a very generous sprinkling on top. So why two stars? The food was very expensive for what you get. Breakfast for an adult and two children shouldn't run to nearly $40. I didn't order one, but $3 for an English muffin?!?! The service was also not good. Aside from the cinnamon gaffe, our waitress neglected to inform me that my son's hot chocolate substitution came at an additional cost of $4.95, with no credit for the drink he didn't get. Also, although the menu says that they add an 18% gratuity to large parties, I was surprised, most unpleasantly, to find that they had added 18% --more than I would have tipped--to my party of 3 bill. Conclusion--Eggspectation is not worth a visit without a substantial discount coupon.
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Eva D.
I used to really like that place. I enjoy the food but the service is just not good.
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Kimberly W.
I went here for brunch with my friend and her mother. I loved this place. They have something for everyone. The menu was a little overwhelming, but you can find something that will fit your appetite. We had blueberry muffins with our meal. They were moist, buttery and delicious. I kept it pretty generic by having eggs, bacon, and muffin. It was delicious! I will definitely be returning.
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Erica J.
Loveee this place...it's so delcious and I love the atmosphere inside as well. The servers are always really friendly as well.
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Leah W.
This was our second trip to Eggspectation, which was no better than our first. We first came for a late breakfast on a Sunday morning. The service was slow and our food (a Cuban and a Juicy Lucy Burger) fell apart before we could get them to our mouths. When we returned on a Thursday evening, service was even worse. The food had not improved. I ordered the California Sandwich, my husband had the eggspectation burger and my son had pancake pache. The food was ok- but we had the same issue with the burger and sandwich. The service was a whole issue on its own. It took over an hour from when we got a table to when we got our food. We were very hungry and kept asking the waitress how much longer for our food, who would just smile at us. While we were eating the manager came our and apologized for our wait. That was it- sorry you waited so long- here is your full price check and we expect you to return. I am sorry, they should have made an effort to make it up to us for the wait. An apology was not enough. We will not be returning.
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Kerry O.
Love this place. Diverse menu with everything done well. Large tables. Free wifi. Best place for a sit down meal - any meal - in downtown Silver Spring.
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Jane D.
The folks sitting across from us who warned us to turn and run as soon as we came in and sat down were the first clue. TWO HOURS at our table with nary a drink or a bite of food!! Finally they did try to bring us some soup - claimed it was what we ordered and lied to us about what it was til I literally dumped it on the table to prove to her it wasn't. Only then did she admit that the kitchen ran out of what we ordered so they "threw something else together." Oh and it had shrimp in it - suppose I was allergic to shellfish?! Losers!! At that point we got up and walked out. Every table around us was either getting a total refund or walking out. Never seen anything like it. Don't eat at this restaurant unless you truly hate yourself.
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Bob R.
A bit pricey for breakfast. I ordered a double espresso which was $3.75 or so and had the volume of a double espresso but the flavor of coffee from a local Jiffy Lube. If the espresso machine is not working, it would be good to take it off the menu until the machine is fixed. Also, this is the first breakfast IHave had that came with a single piece of toast that I had to ask for 3 times. I "eggspect" more when I pay 15 bucks for s breakfast.
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Chuck K.
They have absolutely terrific salads, but don't neglect the namesake egg dishes. Service is good and prices moderate. A great place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Not bad for dinner either. Don't want a salad or egg dish? Then select from their sandwiches and traditional dishes. The portions, especially salads, are huge. Don't expect to eat it all. Terrific happy hour specials on appetizers too. I think their flair is supposed to be French Canadian.
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Les D.
Yes, I love this place. I've been here several times now, and I like it more after each visit. They have wonderful, crispy sliced fries. Terrific breakfasts. HUGE portions. I usually split a breakfast. And the dessert tray is fantastic. I had a piece of the caramel apple pie which was spectacular. Sometimes service can be hit or miss, but it's usually hit. This is just a fun, wonderful place to eat.
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Scot W.
You definitely know it is a chain restaurant upon walking in, but I also don't think that they have tried to hide that fact at all. It has a sort of cheesecake factory feel to it which is not at all compelling, but I don't find it too repulsive either. For a place with egg in the name (and eggbeater door handles) they have plenty of non-egg, non-breakfast dishes. Many of the dishes sounded good, but menus rarely make the food sound terrible. I had the bayou benedict (eggs benedict, but with polenta instead of an english muffin and andouille sausage, chicken and shrimp in lieu of canadian bacon). It was an okay dish. The eggs were a little overcooked, not as runny as I would have liked. The chicken actually tasted very good as did the shrimp. There wasn't much sausage at all. The hollandaise was pretty good, a nice amount of spice. The polenta had no flavor at all; it was definitely the weakest part of the dish. On the side, it came with breakfast potatoes. The consistency was good, nice and crispy, but with no real flavor at all. After a liberal use of pepper and some salt, plus tossing it around in the hollandaise, they tasted okay. My girlfriend had chocolate pancakes and really liked them, though she said they were not as good as the original pancake house. I would go back and maybe try some regular eggs benedict or one of their specials, but it won't be any time soon that I make a return trip. Not a bad experience, just an eminently forgettable one.
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Areta C.
I've been here three times! Hmm! I've only ever ordered one thing- the menu looks excellent, lots of options. I'm a breakfast eater. Anyways, I've TRIED to try out other items on the menu... unfortunately, Eggscitement wins every time. It's french toast, with a liquorbound syrup, strawberries and bananas. Dreamy! Apparently it was flambe at some point, but I'm not sure if I believe that. What I do believe is that it is absolutely wonderful! I can't say if the other food is as good- but I can say the service has been of good quality. Attentive waitstaff is always a plus. I think the style of restaurant is cute- and the waits aren't terrible for a breakfast place. There's actually space for breathing unlike most of the brunch places in MoCo. And there's not as many kids because it's pricier. Thank sweet jesus!
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V. H.
Beautiful environment, you can sit outside. A little overpriced for breakfast, but you get a ton of food and it was delicious. Turkey bacon was the best I've ever had.
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Jane Y.
I really enjoy eggspectations for a few reasons. 1. They have ALOT of different selections. So anything you want, they prolly have. 2. their flambed french toast with strawberries AND bananas is SOO HUGE AND DELICIOUS and they are NOT cheap on fresh fruit. (which is raree!!!) 3. If you substitute your fries for a salad, the salad is the best side salad i've ever had. just the right amount of dressing and the dressing was soooo yummy. the greens were sooooo fresh. none of that iceberg lettuce shizz. It costed a lil extra, but def worth it. overall, a really good place for a meal out.
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Chris V.
Like Kim D, I'm surprised at the reviews. My wife and I love this place. Food is good, service is great, and the bar is big. Yes, the bar. In an egg place. Big since I never expected it here. Free Wifi! Sundays are the best, bring your laptop, eat breakfast all morning while reading or doing whatever you do on the inter-tubes.
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Jesus J.
Me being a breakfast lover, I adore this place. They have tons of different breakfast options, with (obviously) delicious eggs that can be made anyway you want them. There's also lots of other choices to choose from in the lunch and dinner category. The menu is vast and offers plenty of options. There is also a small bakery at the entrance that houses decent cakes and muffins. The thing that stands about this place from other breakfast choices is the orange juice. It truly is fresh, squeezed orange juice and it is delicious. There are also lots of coffee options for cafe lovers. The service here has always been good. Haven't had bad service yet. Mediocre - a couple of times, but always at least average. The interior of the building is very colorful and has a very traditional feel to it (think Harry Potter-esque as some reviewers noted). The restaurant is large and there are plenty of tables to sit. I've never had to wait more than fifteen minutes to be seated (even though they said the wait would be 20-25 mins.). The only disadvantage of dining here is the prices. You know that orange juice I was talking about? Well, a large glass of it is $5 and there aren't free refills. This seems flat out stingy to me. If you're going to charge that much for OJ, at least make refills complimentary. I can easily make fresh OJ at home for the fraction of the price. The meals aren't too expensive, with most entrees being around $12, but you can get breakfast at most places for $7-10. Check this place out at least once. If you don't like it, there are plenty of diners in the area like the Tastee Diner off of Cameron St.
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Steve P.
Recently moved to the area. I like occasionally having breakfast food at non-breakfast hours. Was very surprised at how good it was! I liked the french toast, and their "EGGstreme" pasta with chicken is now my all-time favorite pasta dish anywhere. Really love the place!
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Sharon W.
Have been there a number of times at different times of day. If before noon I usually order the 1 egg, meat, potatoes, toast and fruit breakfast. One big plus for me is they have turkey bacon and turkey sausage as a meat choice. It's a good, basic breakfast and always cooked the way I ask. Another plus is their Bloody Marys--generous, spicy and with a big celery stick for a stirrer. The Mimosas though are pretty puny--our daughter calls them "Mimosa shots". When we've come later in the day we have had some of their salads and their chicken entrees, which were very generous portions and pretty tasty. The service has always been outstanding--and extra points that they let our daughter be seated last Sunday morning even though the rest of the party wasn't there yet. Plus the manager came by and gave our granddaughter (age 6) a thumbs up because she was the only child he had ever seen order the salmon entree. This is not the greatest gourmet restaurant I've ever been to but for a good basic meal with an assortment of ages and tastes it serves a purpose.
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Ravi B.
This place has gone down hill over the last few months, and after tonight I won't go back. If I have to go to an eggspectations, it'll be the one in columbia. When we walked in, the hostesses told us the manager said to hold off on seating because the kitchen was backed up. First of all, I've never heard of that. Secondly, if the kitchen is backed up let me at least sit down and order a beer. Third and last, after I specifically asked to be sat just to order a beer, (they were willing as long as I understood no food would be ordered) the server came over and wanted to take our order. After we ordered, we contented ourselves to waiting on the food because we knew it might be a while. But when it did come out, we were both surprised it included a sauce that was completely different from the one we had expected. In fact, we ordered the same dish just a week prior at the Columbia location and thought it was delicious. Now, their red pepper sauce was more of a curry sauce. The server we had was pretty good, but the combination of things that happened tonight, along with the hostessing problems we faced before have led us both to vow not to return for a while.
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Kathleen H.
While living in Silver Spring I was witness to the "revitalization" of the downtown area. And the opening of Eggspectation .. I LOVE breakfast .. probably my favorite meal of the day and I have been known to eat it for dinner as well. What is that you say .. you have NEVER eaten cereal for dinner? I have been here for brunch ONLY .. and while I wanted to love it .. I was disappointed. To begin .. the wait is horrendous on the weekends. And the service can be hit or miss .. to top it off the food is .. meh! I agree with Tom B. .. the fare is very similar to that of IHOP or Denny's .. except you are paying twice the price. Overall .. I say you skip it and head into DC or to the diner a few blocks away for more variety and better quality food.
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Zachary H.
Went here for the first time this morning for breakfast. Was impressed by the menu and the friendliness of our service. We ended up ordering the Benedict Classic (traditional eggs benedict) and the "Eggs What." I found the eggs in the Benedict Classic to be overdone. I prefer runny eggs, but, to be fair, I didn't specifically request them that way. Our overall analysis was that the food was decent, but definately nothing spectacular. The dining space is large and we both really liked the layout of the restaurant. That combined with the good service and the extensive menu will likely result in us returning again at some point. Not my favorite restaurant in Silver Spring, but probablyl worth a visit.
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Brit B.
I was worried, given the reviews. I went with a large group and we enjoyed the experience. It was a little slow and there weren't many people eating, but the food was unique and well cooked. I got the stir fry. I would definitely go back!
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Mq T.
The happy hour quesdillas are great! Wish they had salsa.
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Caitlin A.
I went there with some family, and it was nice. I wasn't sure what to expect since I wasn't a big egg eater. Now I try to do more egg dishes after going there
I have to say that I love Eggspectation. I lived in Silver Spring in 2008 and 2009 and went here on a regular basis. After moving to Arlington, I still make the drive up to Silver Spring just go to brunch here. Their coffees are good. You get generous portion sizes with toast and steak fries with pretty much anything you order. My only gripes are the long waits if you show up later in the AM, the noise level, and the wait staff is very hit or miss.
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Ralph H.
Eggspectation is a GREAT place to get breakfast food. I went here about a month ago and I enjoyed everything about my meal. Definitely will be going back here again! Highly recommend this place.
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U K.
Good food, bad service. We went there for lunch. The section we were seated in didn't seem busy, but it took forever to get our food and even longer to get our check. They messed up my order, but it had taken so long to get to our table that I did not have the patience to ask them for fixing my order!!!
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Jay R.
I've been here a few times and I never go here with high expectations and yet I am still always disappointed. Is it me or has anyone else had their eggs over easy come out more like over medium? I don't eat lots of eggs but I feel like I need to order 5 or 6 to make up for the lack of yolk in the eggs that they use in the 2 that come with my meal. I even had a non-egg entree once and unfortunately it came out very lukewarm which didn't help at all. Another strike for me about this place is the furniture is very uncomfortable. I guess it plays into the sociology of business as they don't want you to linger on their wood slatted benches and iron chairs. On a positive note, I've always had good servers here as they've been polite and fast. I just wish the food were much better and if they had cushions on their chairs.
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Aya D.
Great place for brunch and lunch! :) The place is large enough to house a big party, which is really nice.
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Becky W.
Less than mediocre. Have been here several times and always leave underwhelmed. Today we ordered nothing more complicated than scrambled eggs and pancakes and it took an hour for them to bring our food. All the manger offered was an insincere apology. I could get better food at a greasy diner for 1/3 of the price. I won't be returning.
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Jim C.
Great choice for breakfast with menu listing dozens of great items from which to choose. Great smoothies. Also, full menu of regular food. Average. Like others have said, it's step up from Denny's and diners. I always enjoy breakfast here.
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Kelly T.
Excellent! The french toast was amazing - interesting that my scrambled eggs were on top of it (rather than on the side) but it was a yummy combination. They give you TONS of potatoes on the side. We had to wait about 20 mins for a table but we did go at Sunday brunch time, so I wasn't shocked. The waiters seemed extremely busy, but we did get in and out in a reasonable time.
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J R.
Eggspensive for what you get. Inoffensive food that is standard breakfast fare. It would be fine if it cost half as much.
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Sarah O.
Food is pretty good. It kinda reminds me of an upscale diner, if one should exist. The menu consists of omelets, sandwiches, and some dinner selections, so everyone should be able to find at least one thing that they like. They have a nice dessert case when you first walk in the door; although, I have never had dessert there, so I don't know if they taste as good as they look. The most we've had to wait was 5-10 minutes and that is going on a weekend at dinner time; most times there is no wait at all.
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Emily R.
Came here for a holiday party with my coworkers. You're supposed to have 20 people for the "party room." We only had about 15 but they let us use it anyway. We also were able to use the big flat screen tv/ DVD player to play a slideshow of pictures. I suppose since we didn't have a full group, they brought a few 2-person parties to sit in the party room as well (there were about 3 other small tables). We didn't care but if I had been sitting at a smaller table in that room, I don't think I would have been very happy. For $15 a piece, we shared some appetizers - chicken quesadillas and a bread bowl with dip, we each chose an individual entree, and 2 dessert platters were provided. I had the chicken, mushroom, and spinach crepe, which was ok but a little soggy and hard to get on my fork. The dessert platters were ginormous and included lots of mini cheesecakes with different toppings (chocolate, blueberry, fruit, etc.). The other platter had a huge stack of various types of cookies. The 15 of us barely made a dent in the desserts so we got to-go boxes for them. Our meal also included soft drinks, coffee, or tea. Alcoholic beverages were extra. Our waitress was excellent - constantly refilling our drinks, half the time without us even noticing she had brought them to the table. Although I wasn't blown away by the food, I would recommend this place as a good spot to bring a large group.
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Marc H.
Twas good. It's difficult to mess up an egg white omelet so i can't necessarily speak to their culinary prowess, but my breakfast was satisfactory. The potatoes that came with the omelet had a nice crunch to them and i also got a side of yogurt with bananas. The yogurt was very tasty but I'm confident that it was NOT healthy... too sweet to be good for you. The bloody mary was good, but im not sure what "award" it won, as it wasnt that good. It needed some garnish and could have benefitted from a little more spice. Overall, Id go back. The breakfast menu is expansive and there are enough options to please anyone. The wait was 30min on Sunday morning... not terrible.
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Philip K.
Mediocre chain food. Fries and grilled cheese I ordered were lukewarm, but alright for the price. Music from the bar next door kept a constant THUMP THUMP THUMP going for most of the evening. What really sold me on never returning was when I told the waitress to keep the change, she DIDN'T point out that there was already an 18% gratuity on my tab. Nothing like giving almost 40% tip for something exceedingly average.
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Bruce J.
Gotta say, the popularity of this place completely eludes me! True, the atmosphere's not bad. And yes, it does draw a nice, diverse crowd. But why endure the horrendously long waits? Certainly not for the food, which for brunch, at least, is overpriced and mediocre. And definitely not for the coffee, which is just plain bad. While I recognize I have a Midwest bias--breakfast spots in cities like Minneapolis, St. Paul, Madison, and Chicago have spoied me for life, I'm afraid--there are decent alternatives nearby. In Silver Spring you've got your choice of places like Tastee Diner, Parkway Deli, Woodside Deli, or Mayorga's yummy brunch on Sundays. Or if you're up for a longer trip, head to Nick's Diner in Wheaton, or The Diner in Adams Morgan. Whichever you choose, you'll save a few bucks and walk away much more satisfied!
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Steffany H.
YUMMMM.... I was in DC last week and we were looking for a place to eat dinner Eggespectation sits in a big open shopping area with tons of restaurants, but none sounded very good to me. This place was very low key - our style - but had great customer service. I was skeptical at first, most places that brand themselves on breakfast don't do anything else as well. They did.... I had a parmesan crusted chicken dinner with spinach - loved it! Only reason I can't stretch for 5 stars was teh wine selection. I'm a wine with dinner kind of gal and they didn't have as much selection as I'd like. Overall it's a very fun restaurant with lots of different choices, and I'll definitely be back for breakfast!
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Olivia L.
I went on a weekday, about noonish, and there was absolutely no wait. The service was ok, but the food was forgettable. I had the waffle benedict. The waffle was too sweet and kind of mushy (more like an eggo than a Belgian) and totally clashed with the savory eggs. The potatoes were ok, but there could have been a much bigger pile of potatoes, given the size of the plate. The bacon was not crispy, and had the tough quality of bacon leather. Bleh.
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Tom B.
My first visit today. Hard for me to make an overall review because all I had was a fairly traditional breakfast, the "Eggs-what?" their only entree w/ corned beef hash. Nevertheless, the breakfast was fine, albeit the sunnyside eggs were a little undone, a risk you take when ordering fried eggs. Still, the breakfast seemed pretty ordinary, considering the price, almost twice as much as the same fare @ Denny's or IHOP. And how hard can breakfast be? And this is supposed to be their specialty. Bottom line: too pricey considering the average quality of the food. But Kudos for the real fresh squeezed OJ!
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Jon S.
Egggselent. Get the oj.
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Natalie M.
I went to Eggspectation while visiting friends that live in Silver Spring during inauguration weekend. Needless to say, this may be the reason why there was no wait what so ever on a Sunday. I do agree with the other reviewers that the prices are a tad high, but this place is NO iHOP. The food is much fresher, the service is friendlier and the menu is much more varied. I wasn't a HUGE fan of the crepes, they were a tad thick, but the strawberry filling was delicious- made with actual strawberries. My egg whites were not runny(I hate runny eggs) and they even gave me an extra egg white since I didnt want the meat that came with my special. I do recommend a visit if you are in the Silver Spring area, there is ample parking and various stores. This restaurant would me a nice way to start a lazy Sunday.
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reuben j.
This place does above average breakfast/brunch fare. A word to the wise -especially if you are going on the weekend- go early.. After 10 AM or so, it's as hard to get in as it is to get John Boehner to say something good about President Obama. Service can be a bit slow, but it is not an anger-inducing slow...Call it well-meaning laid back. And call me when you head to this joint.
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Angela M.
Count my review skewed a tad. I had been behaving myself, drinking only water & tea, avoiding sugary beverages and treats, eating salads, lots of veggies, lean meats - basically, my intestines were happy, but my mouth was getting bored. In an unusual turn of events, well I should say usual, because I don't usually have dinner planned, but unusual because we don't eat out during the week, we ended up at Eggspectation ordering breakfast for dinner. I know, it's totally wild and unorthodox. We're so crazy. No really, we are. Insane. Anyways....the ambiance there is nice and warm, neutral colors, dark woods, stone, metal - it works. The service was great and the food, although ridiculously expensive ($9 for pancakes?) they do give you a lot of food. I got 3 blueberry pancakes, a side of home fries, 2 pieces of turkey bacon, 2 eggs over medium and a roasted tomato. I must have paid $20 for it, but it was good. Oh, I had a pineapple mango smoothie as well. I was a glutton that night. All I'm saying is, when it's right, it's right. This time it just was. The food tasted so awesome and I felt full, happy and my taste buds were satisfied for once in a long time. Now that I've said all that, if you're crunched for cash, seeing the prices on the menu might make you cranky and IHOP can satisfy a lot of the same urges, so, maybe try there and save yourself some dinero? I prefer Eggs over IHOP, but they both do the trick. There's a funny story about Eggspectation food poisioning that my husband suffered through; that was from the Columbia location, though. Just picture a fire hose and projectiles...
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Demetrius G.
One of the best breakfasts in Silver Spring
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Robert B.
Pros: Decor is excellent and brunch is good. Cons: WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY TOO DAMN EXPENSIVE. I would come here every weekend if it was even remotely priced appropriately. You could feed a small country on what it costs to take your family here for brunch. Sadly, instead of coming every week the absurd price means I come once every year or two. They get my 4 stars, but they don't get my business.
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Ashley E.
why the hell are you called eggspectation???????? you would think that the eggs are special??? they arent! waffles are great! but a bit over priced!
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T K.
Food was very good. Service was pleasant and attentive. Coffee was weak. Pricey menu.
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jax g.
terrible food even for a veg. bartenders iffy and service slow. drinks, horrible. my last veggie burger was disgusting and the fries were served COLD.
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Kenyon H.
Great all day breakfast spot! I had an omelette and it was really good. Service was great, cool atmosphere so no complaints....I'd hit one up anytime.
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Bobby G.
Service was slow four out of the four times I've been. Food is alright but not worth the horrible service.
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Lisa L.
My Parmesan crusted chicken was just absolutely bland! Just bland bland bland! Although, my cousin's steak and fries were cooked to perfection!
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Christie W.
I give this place 3 1/2 stars. It was my first experience here this past Sunday. We got there and were told the wait for 2 would be about 25-30 minutes. Ok - no big deal. We made our way to the bar area and I ordered a Bloody Mary, and my boyfriend ordered one of their smoothies. The caption on the menu describing their Bloody Mary was something along the lines of "award winning" the bloody mary I was served was no where near "award winning". It was massive, not that I mind when it's a good bloody mary but I didn't even finish my drink because it literally left a bad taste in my mouth. My boyfriend's drink however was delicious, I will be sure to order one of those next time. The service was OK. Our waitress was a little odd, maybe she was super busy not sure, maybe she had too much coffee, who knows. I ordered the Western Omelet w/ home fries, and a side of turkey bacon. The boyfriend ordered some kind of chicken sandwhich. I really liked my food, but was too stuffed to finish it all. The omelet's are huge. I liked the menu, it definitely has something for everyone. I would recommmend this place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The atmosphere was charming. Cafe, bistro style. The only thing that was really weird was when we went to pay the check, my boyfriend asked for change and the server brought him back a ten dollar bill and 3 one's, she totally schemed on us. LOL! We are not rude enough to ask for two fives instead, so she got us, she should have gotten $6 to equal a 20% tip, but the shiester instead walked with $10. Though deserving more of the $3 tip, there is no way we could have done that. Anyways I would like to go back, and try out some different things on the menu, and with a different server, I bet my experience will be much better.
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Laura W.
I've gone back on 2 occasions since my first negative review. I will now bump them up a star. I will give them some extra points in that the food is actually pretty tasty, and in that it caters to a wide audience. It is like a much better version of the Cheesecake Factory, really. Plus, the decor, with wrought-iron wisks as doorhandles, makes it a fun place to go for a Saturday brunch. I still would take off points in the "over" category: many of the dishes are completely overwhelming, oversized, and overpriced. However, once we can look past this fact, it is a fascinating little place.
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Jennifer C.
Went to Eggspectation with my boyfriend for a Saturday brunch. We waited 25 mins for a table. When we were seated, another ten minutes went by before someone came to take the order for coffee. The place was packed and was noisier than I had remembered it, and that was before a family with a screaming baby was seated right behind us. We placed our order for food (coffee had not arrived yet) another ten minutes later the coffee arrived and twenty minutes later our breakfasts showed up. I was severely disappointed by my "huevos rancheros" ---- a greasy mess- eggs drenched in oil and cheese with gummy corn tortillas. The only redeeming factor was the pulled pork in the dish which had good flavor. I think they forgot the sauce for the dish (as there were no tomatoes on the plate)- unless I had mistaken the sauce for "oil". It came out lukewarm. The refried beans were inedible. They tasted like a reconstituted powdered beans with lemon scented dish detergent. They were just off. My boyfriend ordered the french toast, which was just boring mediocre french toast. It was not worth the wait, nor the cost. I have been a few times before with similar experiences but kept having lapses in memory/judgement and would find myself at eggspectation again. No more.
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Christie W.
I give this place 3 1/2 stars. It was my first experience here this past Sunday. We got there and were told the wait for 2 would be about 25-30 minutes. Ok - no big deal. We made our way to the bar area and I ordered a Bloody Mary, and my boyfriend ordered one of their smoothies. The caption on the menu describing their Bloody Mary was something along the lines of "award winning" the bloody mary I was served was no where near "award winning". It was massive, not that I mind when it's a good bloody mary but I didn't even finish my drink because it literally left a bad taste in my mouth. My boyfriend's drink however was delicious, I will be sure to order one of those next time. The service was OK. Our waitress was a little odd, maybe she was super busy not sure, maybe she had too much coffee, who knows. I ordered the Western Omelet w/ home fries, and a side of turkey bacon. The boyfriend ordered some kind of chicken sandwhich. I really liked my food, but was too stuffed to finish it all. The omelet's are huge. I liked the menu, it definitely has something for everyone. I would recommmend this place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The atmosphere was charming. Cafe, bistro style. The only thing that was really weird was when we went to pay the check, my boyfriend asked for change and the server brought him back a ten dollar bill and 3 one's, she totally schemed on us. LOL! We are not rude enough to ask for two fives instead, so she got us, she should have gotten $6 to equal a 20% tip, but the shiester instead walked with $10. Though deserving more of the $3 tip, there is no way we could have done that. Anyways I would like to go back, and try out some different things on the menu, and with a different server, I bet my experience will be much better.
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Laura W.
I've gone back on 2 occasions since my first negative review. I will now bump them up a star. I will give them some extra points in that the food is actually pretty tasty, and in that it caters to a wide audience. It is like a much better version of the Cheesecake Factory, really. Plus, the decor, with wrought-iron wisks as doorhandles, makes it a fun place to go for a Saturday brunch. I still would take off points in the "over" category: many of the dishes are completely overwhelming, oversized, and overpriced. However, once we can look past this fact, it is a fascinating little place.
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Jennifer C.
Went to Eggspectation with my boyfriend for a Saturday brunch. We waited 25 mins for a table. When we were seated, another ten minutes went by before someone came to take the order for coffee. The place was packed and was noisier than I had remembered it, and that was before a family with a screaming baby was seated right behind us. We placed our order for food (coffee had not arrived yet) another ten minutes later the coffee arrived and twenty minutes later our breakfasts showed up. I was severely disappointed by my "huevos rancheros" ---- a greasy mess- eggs drenched in oil and cheese with gummy corn tortillas. The only redeeming factor was the pulled pork in the dish which had good flavor. I think they forgot the sauce for the dish (as there were no tomatoes on the plate)- unless I had mistaken the sauce for "oil". It came out lukewarm. The refried beans were inedible. They tasted like a reconstituted powdered beans with lemon scented dish detergent. They were just off. My boyfriend ordered the french toast, which was just boring mediocre french toast. It was not worth the wait, nor the cost. I have been a few times before with similar experiences but kept having lapses in memory/judgement and would find myself at eggspectation again. No more.
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keola'i g.
First, I have to say I'm a brunch snot and a half. After living in the Richmond market for years, I have truly appreciated the meal. (side note for those who've not had the pleasure with an unusual and rare side of pain in the RVA area, Richmond is as much a home of aspiring and divine indie restaurants as most other major metro areas, I wish I could make this sh*t up). I digress, so, since moving to DC I've had a REALLY tough finding a decent brunch. Breakfast, sure. Brunch? A lot more tough than one might think. So, finding this spot (and a small chain, I mentioned snob right?) I was very pleased. We went on a Sunday (11am with a 30 min wait) worth it, especially because I've been on a rabid hunt, was beyond what I'd been hoping for. I judge brunch based on initial menu options, service, and finally on eggs benebict. A tough dish to nail in a busy restaurant etc. But with the exception of moderately subpar service (newbie) and therefore some details overlooked, it has been by far the true, best brunch spot I've found in a 15 mile radius of the city. We will certainly be back as soon as this Sunday and are looking forward to trying dinner there as well.
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Chris B.
Wife and I made our first visit to this restaurant this past Sunday for a late lunch. The food was amazing! The service was not so great but I assume it was isolated to only our server, as I saw the other servers taking great care of their customers. We had defiled eggs as our appetizer and they were delicious with a hint of spice to them. Never had reviled eggs like these before. The wife had rancho juevos I believe it was called, and she was more than satisfied with the meal. As for me, I stuck to the simple and had a very tasty Reuben sandwich. Overall this place was great, I thought about giving three stars for the lack of service but realized maybe the server we had was just having a rough day.
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Sandra B.
I was not thrilled to be going to this place, as I'm not the biggest fan of the egg, however my best friend was in town and was excited about this possibility. We went for brunch, were seated, and our friendly and knowledgable waiter Kevin served us. He was so pleasant. Anyhow, when I opened the menu, I almost fell out of my seat when I saw that they had a Mango Burger. Doesnt that just sound great! There were so many non-egg dishes, as well as a great variety of egg dishes. I opted for a Mexican inspired omlette and a pineapple mimosa (so good!) and my BFF ate Strawberry French toast with a side of scrambled eggs and home fries. The meal from beginning to end was excellent! I had a cappachino to top off my meal and she had a shot of espresso (the espresso's come in several variety's such as ice cream and Bailey's). Although it was pricey, the amount of combinations and creations at this place is worth it. I am looking forward to going back again and again.
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Jackie T.
Went here for Sunday Brunch and to wait a short while to be seated. The menu was quite extensive and prices were great! Many items under $10. Portions were large, but the meal was average. Not sure we'll be back, the quality is slightly above what you'd expect at a corner diner.
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Roll T.
3.25 stars. Ordering something other than eggs at a place named Eggspectation is akin to ordering seafood at a steak restaurant. You can do it, but obviously, you are not focusing on the restaurant's alleged specialty. The review of the Toronto restaurant is inapplicable to the Silver Spring location; namely, they do have egg options with seafood and the restaurant stays open past 5 PM. Indeed, my girlfriend and I went around 7PM because we missed our semi-traditional Sunday brunch. Food: We both ordered variations of Eggs Benedict. I went with their Boca Raton plate which consisted of two eggs (mostly egg yolk), spinach, guacamole, and gruyere cheese with a general helping of hollaindaise sauce. The plate was massive, and it included a couple of pieces of bread as well. My girlfriend ordered the California Benedict which was similar to my plate except I think it used asparagus instead of guacamole and included smoked salmon (I hate smoked salmon). She appeared to enjoy it. Overall, this is just a decent oddity to check out, especially if you are in the mood for eggs after breakfast. Having said that, I wouldn't necessarily consider it a desination either.
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Jeff C.
The first time I was at an eggspectation was when I was in Montreal. I took the chance and had their omlet and a large fruit plate. Sipping on the page drink (and spitting out the raspberry seeds), I told myself "boy, if I can tolerate the freezing weather of Montreal, this place would be a real treat." A real treat it was as you rarely get American breakfast places serving up so many fruit options. For those expecting good ol' greasy hearty breakfast, this may be a little off. I remember on a trip to Boston, we were introduced by hotel Concierge to a "unique" breakfast place on the freedom trail that is known for their "fresh fruits." We waited in line for an hour, then realized that this hype is nothing compared to what I got in Eggspectations. So I finally made it to DC, and suprise, Eggspectation is actually in the neighborhood. I don't like their prices, the limited or odd selections or the large portion of their foods (except for the fruits). But I go there for the fruit drinks, and the fruit plate, which people stare at and wonder where that came from. Yes, they got rid of the seeds from the Page fruit drink. If you like fruits, you owe it to yourself to get a large fruit plate to share with someone. To assemble and enjoy 10 types of fruits on a plate, is a wonderful experience.
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Mina A.
Overpriced! I struggle with paying a lot for breakfast or brunch, but I don't mind when the food is worth it. Eggspectation just wasn't worth it, the food was nothing special and not worth what they charge. The staff was great and so was the dining room, but I don't know if I'll ever go back.
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Amanda C.
There is something on the menu for everyone (breakfast, lunch & dinner 24/7!). This place is not fast food, so you shouldn't expect to be in & out, but that being said, we've never had to wait long for seating, nor for our food after we order. The atmosphere is casual, and for weekend breakfast it's pretty busy. I've never been disappointed with any food I've ordered, nor any food that I've stolen from my husband's plate. ;) We tend to bring friends here for a step above fast food/diner food and easy access to downtown Silver Spring (free parking on evenings & weekends!). The prices aren't the cheapest, but the amounts of food are good for downtown Silver Spring value. Also they have great huge pieces of cakes for dessert and delicious Italian coffee!
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Caitlin A.
I went there with some family, and it was nice. I wasn't sure what to expect since I wasn't a big egg eater. Now I try to do more egg dishes after going there
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Dell W.
Take an appetite with you when you go. They can do some things to eggs that are out of sight. Menu choices are great. Enjoyed my meal and it was an excellent omelet.
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Kelly L.
Eggspectation. The name would imply that this restaurant has some tasty well-prepared eggs. Well, that is not the case. I order the "Oy Vegg", a plate of latkes and eggs. I order the eggs scrambled. Everyone knows that scrambled eggs can be excellent but are tricky to prepare. I was eggspecting some very tasty scrambled eggs. What did I get? It appears that the potato pancake theme was continued with the flat egg pancake i received on top of the latkes. The eggs can only be described as a mass of egg whose yolk had been broken, placed in a hot skillet and left to cook until very solid. "Oy Vegg" is right!! Consolation - the latkes were tasty and the $4 OJ was fresh.
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Ina C.
For a chain with such a geeky name, it's not bad at all! Let's talk food. The menu is huge (think Cheesecake Factory huge)! and they have a full range of breakfast food, including French toast, pancakes, waffles, and any kind of eggs benedict you can imagine. I've tried a few of these variations (crepe, smoked salmon, etc.) and they're okay. But you won't go wrong with the classic. They also have a range of non-egg choices, though I can't remember what they have exactly. Everything I've tried here is pretty decent! Other things to know about this restaurant: Parking access is pretty easy (use the Wayne Ave. garage); Prices are reasonable; There's plenty of outdoor seating; Breakfast is served all day; Jamba juice at Whole Foods is just around the corner. If you're sick of the sticky tables at IHOP, make your way over to Eggspectation!
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Chris M.
Not bad at all. Everything was yummy especially the smoothies. I had a California Benedict. It was pretty good but I did find a huge egg shell almost my last bite. The manager did eventually come over and made sure things were ok. He took off the two smoothies from the bill, which is pretty much what I expected. Nice place to eat after my daughter goes to Gymboree nearby.
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Mimi X.
I've had better experiences than the other reviewers so far. The menu is huge and diverse, which is good for a big group with broad tastes. The burgers are decent. The chocolate cake is good. The smoothies are great. The lines are only long for weekend brunches, in my experience.
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Michael M.
This place is quickly spiraling downward. I have been going here since they opened about 8 years ago. I've had events there and have eaten there upwards of 50+ times. Without being specific, i just want to say that the service has become so self-centered that I'd rather order from a vending machine where I don't get any attitude. The bartender was more interested is charming the 2 ladies at the bar then taking the order of three business men. The food portions have been cut back so much that you would think you were in an elementary school cafeteria. I blame it all on the management/leadership. They train and tolerate this behavior. There are enough choices on this block of restaurants, and this place will be last on my list.
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Tami B.
It's out of my comfort zone to be so fond of a chain restaurant, but I love this place. I don't like the wait, but once you are seated, no complaints. I always get eggs benedict in some style or other and I ask that the muffin be toasted dark. Fresh orange juice, and what else can you want? Pretty yummy!
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Jeffry W.
Great breakfast food. Best sit-down breakfast food in the Silver Spring Area.
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Jessica J.
I've tried this place because it is close to where I live. After reviewing the website online, and the menu inside the restaurant, I had high expectations. 1) The price 2) they served different things (like tomatoes on the side) and 3) seemed to use quality ingredients. The service was great. The food was mediocre. I had the Eggsuberant. I got much less than expected. The fruit side was literally 3 small thin garnish size slices of cantaloupe, melon, & orange. The pancakes were the size of my palm, and I couldn't figure out why they decided to serve tomatoes on the side. They weren't that great. Conclusion: Very overpriced! The food is just ok. I would rather go to IHOP. Next time, I'll try a burger (the waitress recommended that) or a dessert.
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Tess B.
This place is called Eggspectation. I ordered my eggs over-easy. They arrived over-hard. Enough said.
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Asieh C.
To be honest I don't remember much about the food because my friend and I were drinking bloody marys, which I have to say were shockingly good. It was a Sunday and we thought we'd be decadent. Well the drinks came before the food, and on an empty stomach I'm sure you can figure out the rest. We had a lovely time sitting outside watching the kids jumping through the water fountain. I ordered a hamburger and my friend a salad. I remember the french fries being very good but other than that, not too much.
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Randy R.
Very expensive. $11.00 cheeseburgers. 15.99 crabcake sandwiches. 6.00 smoothies.
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Akera R.
They have a great selection of food and a nice location
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Merida F.
We went for Happy Hour and it was great! We had 3 glasses of wine, 2 drafts, and 4 appetizers(all half priced) and our bill came to just under $40!!!! The fried calamari was awesome(i was on a kick) and something I would get again.
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Lani C.
I am not a picky eater and I am easy to please. I have give this place four or five visits, hoping that it would get better since it's the closest breakfast place to my apartment. Unfortunately, the food is just ok for a very high price. Prime example: a two-egg herb omlette with fries (the herb mix was dried stock from a spice rack, not fresh) should not cost more than $10. I could make something like this at home for about $2. The service does little to improve the experience. You are seated, your orders are taken after a long wait, and your check is received. That is it. I have no problem with eating this type of food with this type of service at local diners, but the decor and pricing of Eggspectations are decidedly un-diner-like. The only reason I am not giving this place a one-star is because it is clean and the decor is nice.
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PierAngeli M.
I went to Eggspectation in Silver Spring and had the crab salad. First, there was approximately a teaspoon and a half of crab meat, the dressing was lifeless and super boring and everything else about the salad was uninspiring at best. It tasted as if I had eaten cardboard with dressing on top. Perhaps, it was my fault for expecting anything other than their breakfast menu to have flavor. Needless to say, I will not be a returning customer.
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Alicia C.
Great place for brunch/breakfast. I had heard my friend rave about it for so long that I finally planned a brunch outing of my own there. The place lived up to my expectations, though the menu was a bit pricey, I still think it was worth it. More recently I went to partake in their happy hour specials... half priced appetizers and select drinks. I had the crab dip (delicious, but a bit on the salty side... as a halophile I didn't really mind though) and the chicken tenders (I know boring choice, but they were good with the honey mustard dip that came with them). Portions were big, so there was plenty to share. Which was a definite plus, as it allowed me to try some of my friend's calamari as well! My friend got a mudslide that looked amazing (sadly I was driving so could not partake in these... next time!).
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Raquel C.
Great food but pricey. I had the French toast and it was delicious. I thought this was a unique breakfast joint but found it to be more upscale than I thought. If you have out of town guests and want to go out for a wonderful brunch, this is the place but meals average on $10-$15 pp. Their menu and prices are posted outside the door so you aren't shocked when you enter and sit down. The portions are not huge and fresh fruit is served with many dishes. I enjoyed it.
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Karen C.
2 1/2 stars. it's fine but nothing spectacular. i got eggs benedict, which came on an english muffin. the poached eggs were overdone - dry and the yolk did not come running out. also i could barely taste the hollandaise sauce, if it had any flavor. the side of potatoes were good, but overall, i was less than impressed. especially since the whole dish was $13 - i'd expect much more.
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Casey G.
i loved this place. they had tons of cakes in the bakery part of the restaurant. the piece i had was eggcellent. my server was the sweetest, most helpful young lady. and, considering it was as busy as it was, she was astonishingly on-time with our service. i have not a bad word to say about this place.
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Smithers M.
This place is just okay. I've been here a few times and unless you're totally into breakfast, I wouldn't recommend it. Coffee was decent,...eggs were good.
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Glaciala A.
Meh, omelet was just okay...a little greasy. Plus, why do you have to pay SO much extra if you want to eat healthy? An added charge for egg whites and swapping the potatoes for fruit, that's just plain annoying. Restaurants should allow patrons to make healthier choices without so much added costs...other places will do it for minimal charges or let you pick fruit or potatoes. Service was fine, quick, but they didn't know who received which dish. Not likely to go back.
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Ian N.
Crazy line during the breakfast rush: "Thirty ... 45 minutes?" "No way! Hey, there's an empty bar table!" Industrial baked goods: better than you'd get in Starbucks, but definitely more of a mass restaurant than a boutique baker. Shaky service: "Did you guys order a cranberry?" "Hunh?" I had the "brioche" sort of thing (fruit and sweet sauce on a sticky bun). It wasn't bad, but I'll poke around the menu instead of getting it again. I think I ate more sugar in that meal than I did in the preceding week.
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Andrew K.
This place is misnamed -- they have lots of nonegg options. I had the grilled chicken club, which tasted good. It was a little pricey. But, good. Word of caution: my friend ordered a crepe and the eggs came plopped right on top of the crepes. Weird.
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Amanda A.
This is a great dinner spot too. They do well with all things chicken and the pasta is top notch. The portions should satisfy most, I usually have some to take home and the oil they use makes reheating a breeze (not everything should be reheated in the microwave). Atmosphere is good, this is a chain and they all have a similar look, dark colors/dim lighting, sometimes interesting wrought iron sculptures, but it is kept clean and the staff has always been friendly.
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Holly C.
Totally overrated breakfast experience. Great location, the restaurant is cool looking inside, the service is lacking, the menu is big, the food is blah, and I probably won't go back unless my friends make me.
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Masha S.
I've gone here a few times, and each time I've had either issues with the food or service or both. Last time they got the order wrong, including bacon in the eggs when I'd asked them to hold it. Since I don't eat pork, I had to send the dish back. They didn't get my food back out until well after the rest of the table was done eating. They didn't even take it off the tab. I won't be going back.
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Becky T.
The bacon and cheddar burger that I ordered was huge, really good and came with awesome fries that were crisp and salty. It was a little pricey at $11. My friend carbed it up with blueberry french toast and a blueberry muffin which she loved. The other reviewer hit it right on the head, when he likened the place to Cheesecake Factory. I'd come back for breakfast or crepes when I feel like splurging for an AM meal.
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Kim D.
I'm surprised at the other reviews of this place - it's one of my favorites. Big variety on the menu, really good smoothies, and fresh, I repeat - FRESH orange juice. As a self-described eggs benedict snob, their hollandaise is actually pretty good. Burgers and pasta were also tasty but yes, they know their egg dishes. The one thing I don't especially like is their seating - uncomfortable booths and iron chairs took away from the experience. I took a friend from out of town and she adored it, too.
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Charlie N.
Reserved the event room, called twice to confirm, arrived with 30 to find out that room was double booked.
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dee w.
i have officially given up hope on finding a decent chain restuarant. eggspectation, which was recommended by a few of my friends, definitely did NOT meet my "eggspectations." at all. where to start. the service was ok, pretty spotty, and could have been way better, seeing as how our server only had 3 tables. but she was friendly, so fine. food. my friend ordered a scrambled egg bagel thing, and i had a spinach and black forest ham crepe with hollandaise sauce. like the reviewer below had mentioned, yes, the scrambled egg was a flat dry pancakey mess, and unlike the other reviewer had mentioned, no, this is not good hollandaise sauce. it was like straight up mayonnaise that was orange. gross. my friend's plate also came with some "fresh" fruit. not. the fruit looked like it had been out way too long, so it was slightly shriveled.
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Amanda H.
This place was pretty cool. I like the idea of eggs all day long. They have a huge menu, so I think it would be easy to please anyone. It is a little pricey for eggs, but I think the overall experience is worth it once in a while.
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Cliff E.
Eggspectations? Keep them low. Tastee diner is better choice. Somebody said it before me- expensive IHOP
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Abbey A.
I went to Eggspectation with friends for brunch today. When we got there we found that there was at least a 30 minute wait - we were trying to make it to a 1pm movie, so we opted for the open seating at the bar. It may be that it would have been better in the normal seating areas, but can't say much for the service. It was consistently slow and not particularly attentive. Again, I probably would have noticed less, but we were on a timetable. That said, we all really enjoyed our food. There are dozens of options - breakfast foods and otherwise - which definitely makes choosing difficult. I'll go back - it's solid breakfast food at a reasonable price - I just hope for better service next time.
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Stephanie V.
The coffee had chunks. There was shell in my eggs. The Hollandaise sauce was broken. What a disappointment.
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Teresa H.
It's ok... nothing extremely fantastic about it. The wait was the most irriating part of my visit. Needless to say, I thought it had a cool concept especially for a Sunday brunch and the food was good.
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Kelly K.
We first visited the Toronto location of this restaurant a couple of years ago, and were amazed to see that there was a location in Silver Spring! I have to say that our Canadian experience was much better than our American one. :( First of all, be prepared for a LONG wait. But there are benches you can sit on while you wait. Their menu is huge, and it's hard to decide what to get. I settled on a Florentine Benedict. It was ok. Nothing great. Service was spotty. They also have non-breakfasty foods on the menu, like sandwiches and steak. The menu looks so promising, but I have to say, this visit was last year, and we haven't been back. I was going to do a play on the name of this place, but I will leave that to others (ex: I really had great expectations.....). :-0
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Kavita K.
I'm one person who likes her food hot, but I understand that can't be possible with a huge order of 5 people . That's ok , but having no taste for your food!! there was zilch amt of salt added to my omelette. ( I ordered that b'cos I was really hungry and didn't want to mess with the first meal of the day being @ 3:00p.m. There were more veggies (that's good!) but not enough egg to hold the cold omelette. The cappuccino (tasted more like hot chocolate) was cold too! This was after I sent back some drink which was equally bad. However, my daughter's drink was some kind of slush which was good. My husband's crepes were pretty good! The service was really really good.
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Mike S.
I haven't been there for lunch or dinner, but it's great for breakfast/brunch. A wide variety of excellent omelettes. You forget how much better fresh-squeezed orange juice tastes until you have it. Coffee drinks are also high quality. My only complaint is that it's pricey. I'd go more often if it didn't cost me $30.
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Amanda S.
A bit on the pricey side, but the service was pretty good and my omelet was wonderful.
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Sara F.
This place is great! for breakfast, brunch or lunch, this place has always been yummy. With big portions you will not leave hungry. They have something for everyone- with a menu that feels like a book! They even have a bar, as well as coffee drinks and smoothies.
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Erica J.
Loveee this place...it's so delcious and I love the atmosphere inside as well. The servers are always really friendly as well.
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Jane Y.
I really enjoy eggspectations for a few reasons. 1. They have ALOT of different selections. So anything you want, they prolly have. 2. their flambed french toast with strawberries AND bananas is SOO HUGE AND DELICIOUS and they are NOT cheap on fresh fruit. (which is raree!!!) 3. If you substitute your fries for a salad, the salad is the best side salad i've ever had. just the right amount of dressing and the dressing was soooo yummy. the greens were sooooo fresh. none of that iceberg lettuce shizz. It costed a lil extra, but def worth it. overall, a really good place for a meal out.
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Kate M.
I was a little hesitant walking into Eggspectation having read the lukewarm reviews it's gotten on here. My non-Silver Springer friends were really excited about a restaurant that specializes in eggs, though, so we had to go. It was not bad at all. Pretty good, in fact. Our meals weren't phenomenal, but we were all really happy. Nothing here is going to change your life, and you won't find yourself raving about the place to all your friends, but you'll probably walk away satisfied. The menu is huge, so you're guaranteed to find something you want to eat. I had the vegetarian omelet with egg whites and it was packed with lots of fresh veggies. The eggs were cooked properly and not overly salty. It could have been a little less greasy, though. Same goes for the fried potatoes that came on the side. Service was pretty slow, too. The place is huge, with lots of rooms, and we couldn't always see our waitress, making it hard to get her attention. The food took longer than I would have expected to arrive, too, considering how not-full the restaurant was. These are not the kinds of complaints that would keep me from coming back, though, and my friends definitely felt the same way.
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Scotto B.
Food was tasty, but not exceptional (note, I didn't do the whole egg pun thing.) I tried the Chesapeake Benedict, and it was and even 5/10. The service was good, but didn't seem to get that 5 people might have trouble sitting around a 4 person table... especially once the plates of food arrived.
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Chris D.
Marvin is a great bartender. Always gives me great service
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Beverly H.
I tried this place several times, because co-workers want to come here for some reason. To me, the food seems overpriced for what you get. Once I ordered banana pancakes because they were the cheapest thing available - at $8. For pancakes! Worse, they just dumped cold banana slices on top. Even I can make these things right, and I'm the lamest cook ever to walk the earth. Also, the acoustics in the bar area are terrible when it gets crowded. I finally stopped going to happy hour, even though it makes me look unsociable. Not much point, since I can't hear a word anyone is saying.
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Minjae O.
Looking for breakfast of champions? You've come to the right place. Eggspectation is a spacious eatery in Silver Spring that serves breakfast food at all hours, including chocolate chip pancakes (mmmmm). I would equate the Eggspectation experience to that of Cheesecake Factory in terms of atmosphere (maybe a little less crazy) and menu (gynormous) selection. Everything tends to be a bit pricey - my cheese crepe was at least $10.95 with nothing on the side - but that's about par for the course for this place. My friend had a burger, which looked pretty good, too. But the big winner was the aforementioned chocolate chip pancake, drizzled in all kinds of syrup and powdered sugar. Yeah, it's probably best you order it and split it with a few people. The service was kind of slow during a busy weekday lunch time, so I wouldn't go here if you were in a rush. All in all, a quirky spot with a distinct personality.
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Daisy L.
Delicious, but service is a little lacking. Their red velvet cake is also lacking. However, the breakfast food items are excellent. French toast is yummy.
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Chris V.
Like Kim D, I'm surprised at the reviews. My wife and I love this place. Food is good, service is great, and the bar is big. Yes, the bar. In an egg place. Big since I never expected it here. Free Wifi! Sundays are the best, bring your laptop, eat breakfast all morning while reading or doing whatever you do on the inter-tubes.
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Chuck K.
They have absolutely terrific salads, but don't neglect the namesake egg dishes. Service is good and prices moderate. A great place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Not bad for dinner either. Don't want a salad or egg dish? Then select from their sandwiches and traditional dishes. The portions, especially salads, are huge. Don't expect to eat it all. Terrific happy hour specials on appetizers too. I think their flair is supposed to be French Canadian.
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Jeff C.
Overpriced and underwhelming. Small portions, bland egg dishes for way too much. 30 bucks for 2 egg dishes and coffee, are you kidding me? I had the blandest Huevos Rancheros. There are much better options right on the same block. McGinty's breakfast is far superior and cheaper.
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irene p.
yummy! this place was good! their menu lists range from everything breakfast to dinner to dessert. all are great! the prices are decent, but their taste is the kicker. we had great customer service, and we were seated right next to the freshly prepared meals so we had amazing scents tantalizing us. the portions are great however one star is taken off because if you are starving (like we were) the wait is a bit long. so be prepared!
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Becky F.
Love this place for breakfast. The Lox Benedict is delicous, I highly recommend it. I brought my parents here for breakfast when they visited and it was a hit with everyone in my family. All the food was wonderful, I'll have to try it later in the day after breakfast or perhaps check out the bar sometime. But, with a name like EGGspectations, its sort of hard for me to get out of breakfast mode when it comes to this eatery.
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Indiangal Y.
Went there last night and had their red velvet cake. Woke up this morning to massive food poisioning. It's been nearly 24 hours and still feel really sick. I have there many other times to eat there and the food is good. Don't know if I will return or not.
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Matt E.
Overpriced. Don't do eggs well. I've eaten here three times and gotten a different eggs benedict each time because it's my favorite. They did a poor job all three times. I gave them three chances because with a name like that, you'd think they would know how to poach eggs. Instead, they overcooked them. Rubbery, not runny at all, and pricey. Every. Single. Time. No thanks, there are way better places to spend my money than a place that sucks at its supposed specialty.
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Sabrina F.
I love this place! & not only because I am a huge fan of eggs. My boyfriend and I have been here twice in the past month and can not get enough of this place. The atmosphere is pretty cool, modern, cafe type. The prices are okay, not cheap but not expensive. The first time I was there I got the eggs benedict with lump crab, it was great! I was hesitant at first because I don't want all this filler in my crab, but there was not any. It was just pure lump crab on top of my eggs benedict. It was rich and just the way eggs benedict should be. The second time I went (which was this past weekend) it was much more crowded than the first time, but we were still seated promptly and served immediately. The mimosa I ordered was very good. Since they squeeze their own juice it added a little something special to the mimosa. For my main course I ordered a bacon blue burger with a fried egg on top. It was delicious!!! Perfect amount of blue cheese and the burger was cooked just as I asked (medium rare). I was in heaven eating that hamburger. I definitely would recommend this place to anyone. They have a large menu with many different items, even things that do not involve eggs. Great food and service.
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Megan S.
Add me to the list of "surprised by the reviews." I love this place. It's great if you are a breakfast food person, but they've got great "non-breakfast" options as well. I've taken a number of groups to this restaurant, and everyone's come out pleasantly surprised. The bar is great, and does a nice happy hour, even on Saturdays, which surprised me. I can't even begin to describe which item is my favorite. I tend more towards the breakfast foods - the sandwich I had was just ok, nowhere near as fantastic as the crepes or the previously mentioned griddled muffin. Wonderfully friendly staff, too. I showed up with a group of 10 people, and the waitress was more than happy to bring us separate checks and kept our drinks filled throughout the meal. Definitely a great place to try if you're shopping in Downtown Silver Spring or just looking for a new place for breakfast food. I'm quickly becoming a regular.
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David R.
Warm welcome from the host staff. Prices were decent but a little too much for breakfast food. Waiter got the table quickly to take drink orders. Drank the first one quickly and waiter brought another immediately. Waited for a while until the waiter was extremely honest and told us he forgot to place the order. Appreciate the honesty, but seriously? He offered us dessert on the house. OK, forgiven for now. As we waited some more, I looked around the restaurant and saw a mouse running across the dining room and under a table. Yuk! We got up to tell the manager about the mouse. I told her to be careful because the restaurant could be shut down pending inspection. She apologized and assured us the restaurant does regular fumigation. She did not seem appauled and did not express the remorse that is appropriate for the situation. I did not make a big deal to not call to much attention and affect overall business. We immediately walked out with no complimentary offers or any consessions from management. I am hoping this was an isolated incident because the thought of rodents in the kitchen freaks me out. I took the time to go to a restaurant whose big sell is eggs during a national egg-based salmonella scare, and I have to endure pests? No deal.
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G C.
Been there a few times and have never been dissatisfied. Food is good, service is great and the atmosphere is decent.
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Stephany T.
I've been here a few times - only because I'm close to Silver Spring and all the Rockville kids wanna try it out. For weekend brunch, the wait is always 15-20mins minimum. Service is kinda questionable... although the waiters smile and try to be friendly, I always feel a bit neglected. I realize it's busy, but the waiters seem a bit impatient and not totally alert. The food is okayyyy. I've had better, I've had worse. So 3 stars quality all around in terms of food. Main issue is that it's way, way, wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy overpriced for mediocre food and service. It's awesome that they have such a wide selection of egg breakfasts (I loveeeeeeee eggs, especially eggs benedict), but that's their only selling point. Come here once to say you've done it. After that, just save your money.
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Shannon M.
I came here after wondering around the Silver Spring shopping center with my best guy friend. The grand entrance attracted us. But overall, the food was nothing special to me. Just ok. I do remember them having a very extensive menu. I think this would be a great place for families though.
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Alicia K.
I've come off my five-star high horse with Eggs, but they're still one of my favies (possibly partly due to nostalgia). All my favorite servers have moved on to greener pastures, but it's still a solid establishment in the DTSS. The servers are still friendly, and the food is still good, but it's lacking that extra something that the other servers that went above and beyond created (e.g., Kevin, Phil, Sammy, David).
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Laura K.
I went here 3 times for breakfast this weekend (since I was working right there!) Everything I had at eggspectation was great. Their orange juice is fresh and delicious. The coffee is good, and each time I had a different omelette. All were tasty and filling. The problem I have here is the service. It is painfully slow! The last time I went, I was with my friend. We both ordered eggs that came with toast. Our eggs came out and our waitress said the toast would be right out. 15 minutes later - no toast. Now I'm not one to complain, however my friend did. He was waiting for his toast to eat his eggs with it together. He told the bus boy (Because our waitress was MIA) how we never got toast and he wanted his toast with his eggs and now his eggs were now cold. He brought out toast for my friend- but not me. The manager came out at the end of our meal and offered free dessert- with breakfast?? Lol we both declined and my friend told the manager that I never even got my toast. Like I said, I'm not really one to complain, but my friend did have a point. We are paying for a service. He did offer dessert but since we declined, he could have knocked off a couple bucks off of the bill or something else for my friend having to eat his breakfast cold and me never receiving my full meal. So, the food is good. I would go back, but they need to be better organized with faster service. If you order a meal, every part of that meal should come out at the same time.
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Jack K.
Eggspectation is the greatest place. Period. (That's essentially three periods in a row... serious!) The service and staff are friendly, polite, proactive, efficient, and pleasant. If there is something that can be done to enhance my dining experience, I know that Eggspectation staff can deliver. For example, I ordered a steak and asked for Bearnaise sauce. The chef came out and told me that they did not have any, but he would make some especially for me. In another ongoing example, I've never been charged for exchanging a side for something else. There was a time I ordered a soup that had run out and they brought me a different on on the house to see if I liked it. It was a delightful butternut squash soup that is now my favorite. I always feel at home at Eggspectation. It's like going to hang out with my friends... who happen to make really awesome food and bring it to me. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual and doesn't bring with it the oppressive and claustrophobic environment that comes with some "breakfast-focused" restaurants (IHOP). You can come straight from the gym and not offend--but you can also dress up and not feel out of place. If you are upset because you have to wait, just keep in mind that everyone wants to eat brunch at noon on Sunday. There's a line because the place is awesome. If you show up at noon on Sunday with a group of 6, you're going to have to wait. You should come a little earlier if you want to get seated faster. The menu is diverse and delightful. My personal go-to is the Egg What. Scrambled. Rye toast. It's a simple breakfast dish that has corned beef hash as the star. It's brilliantly presented and at around $11 is a good value for what you would get at any brunch place. Recently, I've been favoring the Crab Cakes Benedict. I mean seriously, how can you go wrong with two crab cakes under an exquisitely delivered poached egg?! Eggspectation has the best Benedicts and their crab cakes are all meat and no filler. Another suggestion is the Mango Burger. I like mango. The dessert display is full of amazing selections and you can't go wrong with any choice. At $6 a slice, you should not only share for economics sake, but also because they are gigantic and eating the whole thing yourself would be a mistake. Eggspectation is great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It works on a first date, after-work happy hour, or an anniversary dinner. Eggspectation is a first rate restaurant at a reasonable price. Go. Now!
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Rachel D.
Love this place. A little pricey, but the food is yummy and the atmosphere is awesome. Always busy, too. I love coming here when I'm in the mood for breakfast anytime of the day ;)
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Cat S.
I came here for breakfast one weekend and I wasn't satisfied. Their french toast was very soagy and simply soaked in syrup. Their menu items are a bit overpriced as well I think. My boyfriend, on the other hand, ordered to his hearts content, and was very happy with how his meal tasted (consisted of pancakes, fries, a burger). The setting of the restaurant may have been he only thing I thoroughly enjoyed (I'm very visually observant) as well as the decorations. Our waitress was bomb.com ! She was very personable and extremely kind, which gave me a good impression of Eggspectations after my bad experience with my french toast. She frequented us to see if we were satisfied or if we needed anything. She was very observant, and in hopes to make our experience even better, she presented us with a free shake on our next visit (I think bc we were first time diners).
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Nacole H.
So far so good. First time here, staff was wonderful! French toast was perfect! Variety of coffees, teas and fresh fruit drinks. Menu offers everything from fruit to lobster night on Tuesdays! Many veggie dishes to choose from as well. Certainly plan to return.
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Andrea C.
I guess if you need a big table for an early brunch you don't have many options; but if it's not so early that McGintys or Austin Grill is open in the same complex, go there! Outside tables weren't ready on a Spring Day. Since the menu board said happy hour was on, we decided to wait there until they opened up the tables, but the server didn't know happy hour was on. Menu specials on the board weren't available, and no one seemed to know it for 30 minutes while we waited for the order to be brought. The missing ingredient (rice for jambalaya) was easily available in the grocery store in the same shopping area - just BUY it-Sheesh! The jambalaya was still on the menu board when we left. The food we did get, French Dip and crab cake, was okay, but they didn't bring napkins or forks for the salads with the food. The fries were cold. That always bugs me that the kitchen would send out food they wouldn't serve to a table with their friends; why would they send it to a table with customers? I never did get the WiFi to work, and I had to walk toward Nando Peri-peri to download my Groupon. Not even another Groupon will bring me back; too many better choices on this block and beyond.
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Annie D.
Here's one of those times that I would like to be able to offer no stars. You can plan on eggspecting mediocrity. To start, our waitress came out and asked, "has anyone helped you yet?" Us, "No not yet" Her, "Oh, ok, well the other lady must have forgotten you were out here, so I can be your waitress." I ordered an iced coffee but was told they could only make me an iced cappuccino [which was just a tall glass of milk over ice with a splash of espresso(?)] Now, to the menu... The prices at this place are completely out of control! Your basic breakfast sandwich is almost $11! I ordered a bagel w/ cream cheese ($3ish) and I got a lenders bagel with Philly cream cheese. We also ordered a Roquefort omelet which, I'm not surprised cost about $12 since it was basically a plate of blue cheese with some egg around it. It had no flavor balance just mouthfuls of blue cheese. The service was awful, the food was terrible and the coffee sucked. You'd think, for the prices you'd be served delicate well prepared food with fresh fruit and tasty jams but what you get is crappy line cooked food with packets of Smuckers jelly and Sysco supplied breads and baked goods.
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Jess Y.
Ive always been a huge fan of eggspectation. The only one that I had been to was the Columbia, MD location. I always get the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, & occasionally my bf and I share the fruit stack(pancakes with fruits and english cream). I had the worst experience ever!(silver spring) Anyone that orders eggs Benedict on the regular is aware of how the egg is cooked. My egg was cooked completely... The dish was also cold. Shouldn't my meal be warm if the egg has been completely nuked? Why? I don't know. The cook must have been sleeping. By far the worst eggs benedict I've ever had. If you can't poach an egg, you shouldn't be working in a breakfast joint. Period. I will never return here again.
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Saquan V.
Food was decent wait staff wasnt pleased about they took for ever with our food and when it got there it was cold then the waiter took about 40 min to return to the table
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Jen C.
Eggspectation has a Cheesecake Factory feel to it, with not as cozy seating. However, you can easily get a booth to your party which is nice. The service was friendly. Food was a hit on some dishes, and others not so much. There needs to be more consistency for this establishment to survive. -Soup: chicken florentine. THIS SHOULD BE BANNED FROM THE MENU. It was worse than Campbell's canned coup, and was like drinking salt water. The chicken was also very tough and dry. My date and I were both squirming and going WTH. I was very tempted to send this back and request a different soup, which I have never done. -EGGstreme pasta was a great choice. Its description won me over, with an avocado cream sauce and asparagus. Too many sun dried tomatoes, but chicken was a lot better than the soup...but still not very tender. Overall flavor was great and it was a good dish. -Bayou Benedict's eggs were cooked well but everything else was "eh." Chicken wasn't very flavorful, and polenta was just useless on the dish. No taste whatsoever. Coffee selections were delicious, however. These salvaged our eggspectations ;). Highly recommended are the Caffe Affogato (espresso & high quality ice cream) and Caffe Moka Nero (espresso mixed with hot chocolate). Yum! Overall, the prices were a little high for mediocre dishes. It is not worth the value.
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Michelle S.
i treated a couple visiting friends to breakfast, and i'm pleased to say we all enjoyed eggspectation. we each had one of their special coffees, which were SUPER delicious. the servings are a bit generous (good cause nothing is cheap) and everything was just the way we wanted. service was decent, but you could tell it was very busy (we waited 35 min for a table). and, while our server was nice, she kept forgetting items we'd ordered i also LOVE the decor. the bookcases and fireplace made the room feel cozy and inviting. i really wish we'd gotten a booth because i wanted to grab one of the books. it would be nice, though, if the tables were a little better spaced. luckily, i didn't have someone bumping my chair constantly, but getting around tables was like working a maze game. i'm hoping to go back soon when it's warmer; i love outside seating
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Nikki S.
Decent food. Great service. It's a reliable place for a "traditional" brunch during the weekend. It's also super family friendly, so don't be surprised if you hear the squeal of little ones over breakfast.
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Shakeem B.
Every time I visit this place, I'm always left happy, full, and satisfied. Calamari appetizer is superb. I usually have the crabcake as my entree. ALL jumbo lump crab meat, no filler! Service is warm and friendly. On colder days, get the table next to the cozy, lit fireplace.
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Chris C.
Breakfast all day place with a wide range of selections right in the center of Silver Springs. The place was large with a nice layout and style. The prices were a bit high and the service was average bordering on the slow side. I ordered a meal that came with pancakes, eggs, potatoes and bacon. The pancakes & eggs were good but nothing special. The potatoes were cut almost like an extra thick potato chip. I didn't care for them in this style. The bacon was way overcooked yet somehow not burnt. They did have fresh orange juice which was very good.
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Victoria S.
Eggscellent! Speggtactular...I can't believe I never reviewed Eggspectation. It's only one of the best places to eat everything breakfast...all the specialty eggs under the sun. Obviously. Service is great...never had a problem! They even split the plates to share if you ask. They offer separate checks. Really great experience all around. As a vegetarian (note: this place is not for a vegan - DUH!), I order the Florentine Benedict or the Oy Vegg! It's pure heaven. I love the decor of eggs-related imagery. You can have eggs anyway you like or just get regular stuff like salads and sandwiches but I don't know why you would. Plus, they have great cakes! Red Velvet and Chocolate Layer cakes - so rich! Decadent. Been to the one in Centreville, Columbia and Silver Spring. All consistent. It is a bit spendy for breakfast food. No, it not IHOP or Silver Diner it's a step above. Everyone I know loves it.
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Michael M.
I was about to say it wasn't that bad... just bland. But then i remembered I had juevos rancheros...which, in reality, should only be bland due to a real lack of effort... so ... read into that what you will. I just stopped in to grab some breakfast while i was bored one day, and enjoyed it, lots of TV's to watch football, seemed like people were enjoying their brunches.. I'm just never impressed by their prices...
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Semra E.
I've come to this place to get my Sunday brunch on with everyone and their mama for a long time now. They always do me right and the selection is endless (which I love since I like to mix things up every now & again). The best part about this place....it's never too early to drink a smoothie with RUM....that's right people don't judge. I like to get my chillaxin' day started off with a Mango-mix & some Belgium Waffles....nothing speaks to my heart like their plates do there. If you haven't been there before, they have awesome happy hour specials (try the crab dip, it's like crack). Also, make sure that you get there before the church crowd gets there on Sunday's....there's usually about a 20-30 minute wait regardless. But it's worth the wait.
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Tia S.
I absolutely enjoyed my first experience at "Eggspectation". I was catching a flight from Dulles International Airport and being that we got their early, we decided to go eat. We so happen to pass this place on the way to the airport and I was curious to see how it was. My friend said she tried a place similar in MD and enjoyed it. After I checked my bags, I was determined to try this place. Man, this place turned out to be a wonderful experience. I ordered a grilled chicken breast, egg whites, and the breakfast potatoes with a side of cheese grits. I absolutely love grits and I must say this place has the BEST cheesy grits ever! They were so creamy, almost unbelievable and I didn't have to add nothing to them. My goodness I enjoyed this place. My friend ordered something (I can't remember) and she had turkey bacon with hers and the bacon was good as well. Breakfast is one of my favorite meals of the day and this place has really made me smile. I look forward to the grits. :) The very next time I'm in the area, I will definitely pay "Eggspectation" a visit. Thanks for reading.
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James R.
This place remains a mystery to me. I love Eggs Benedict, particularly during the fall and winter so I've tried stopping by here for brunch several times on the weekends. The problem is that their egg dishes are terrible---and this at a place that claims to specialize in egg dishes! The eggs benedict is mediocre at best, as are the omelettes, and the steak and eggs. And all of these are served with sides of some type of baked "home fries"---so they look like home fries but they're not---and a couple of slices of limp fruit. The one thing I have enjoyed there are the sandwiches. Both the turkey club and the ham and swiss are good so if you're stuck here and need to order something they are a safe bet. Hope these guys get their act together, we really could use a good breakfast place in downtown Silver Spring!
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Yuridia G.
This last Saturday my friend and I were looking for a place to have brunch, we decided to try Eggspectation since we were in the mood for breakfast food. When I got to the place the inside was really packed, but we opted to have a table outside and were seated immediately. They had every kind of egg combination you can imagine, and I ended up selecting the egg quiche. My food was good, nothing out of this world, although my friend's cinnamon bun looked delicious with the fruit toppings. The service was very good, our waiter came out and checked on us to make sure we were good despite how busy it was and she was very nice and friendly. Overall, I would definitely consider returning here for a Sunday brunch.
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Kristin M.
One of the many chain restaurants around the fountains of downtown Silver Spring. Its major pluses are that it has outdoor seating, it's on a deal website, and it's not Austin Grill ( yelp.com/biz/austin-gril… ). The food is fine, sometimes better than fine, but nothing special or exciting by any means. Very much has a chain feel. Great happy hour deals, however, and the longest menu I've ever seen in my life, so, something for everyone (except foodies, who will be bored to tears).
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AngryYoungMan X.
Good location. Sub-average service. Terrible food. Do not be fooled by the hustle-bustle at this place. Given its prime location, this place can get packed up during brunch hours on weekends. A great deception to unknowing first timers. I have been here a couple of times and my experience was equally bad so there goes their second chance. This location of Eggspectation is in downtown Silver Spring so the location is a decent. Also, this is probably the only positive to this place. It gets pretty loud inside given the large amount of people and there is a small outside seating as well. Servers are not very well-trained in noting orders and the place is generally understaffed. Don't expect to be swept of your feet. Food is edible but expect nothing more. I have tried a variety of things from their menu - omelette, crepes, sandwiches, pancakes, cappuccino (having a large party helps). Food was greasy, salt and cold. Every single one of them failed to impress me by a long shot. I don't recommend this place... at all. There is better out there. But if you insist on it, they do have a pretty big menu so there will be something for everyone if you have a large gathering.
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Sarah S.
The food was very tasty, especially the desserts. Service was fantastic. The environment was comfortable and welcoming. The prices are a bit high, so I'll probably wait to go back until I have another gift certificate, but this place is worth a visit.
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Christina C.
Went here for dinner tonight. My friend and I both had the Tex Mex crepe (sorry, no pic!), and it was delicious. The menu is HUGE - so many options, and you can get breakfast for dinner anytime!. Our server was really friendly and attentive. I like this place better than a diner.
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Griselle G.
Excellent service, had the French toast with strawberries and bananas. They were to die for! The Cuban sandwich also is excellent! Went to this place simply because I was in the neighborhood, will definitely return.
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Kevin G.
Place used to be good, but last couple of times I noticed the price getting higher and the portions getting smaller. Service sucks now. Feel like they are trying to cut corners. Won't be going back - too bad we used to love this place.
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Scott M.
I didn't have many eggspectations for Eggspectation, but I was invited to brunch in Da Sprang so I was looking foward to it anyway. My experience at Eggspectation was eggselent from a culinary standpoint but rather uneggciting as far as service was concerned. I was immediately impressed by the really cozy interior ... like a haunted library that serves breakfast food. Very suburban chic, if you will. The menu is enormous, almost to the point of being eggsessive, but I went with the Eggstravaganza of all choices, because why not? The eggs were, as I had hoped, quite good. Not too salty or dry or watery. The potatoes were delicious -- nay, deleggtable -- perfectly seasoned and cooked. The french toast was completely eggreable, so long as you douse it with syrup. The turkey bacon, in my opinion, was a little undercooked, so if you like your turkey bacon stiff and crunchy like I do, ask them to keep it on the griddle for a little while longer. The reason to take off one star from my review, despite my admiration of the food, lies in my dissatisfaction with the service. I would deduct more stars, but I've only been here once, so I figure my eggsperience may have been a fluke. Notably, our food took kind of a long time to arrive (though it was still hot...), and for some reason it was an eggceptionally long wait for our check. You should probably block off 2 hours for brunch here or else, ask for your bill when your waiter comes by to check on you. And always ask for a water refill since I don't recall anyone coming by unsolicited. Even despite the mediocre service, the food and atmosphere was really great, and I'd definitely come here eggain.
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Debbie C.
Overpriced and not worth it. The server was slow and it was not a busy night... AND she overcharged us. I had to send the bill back for corrections. Here's what really pissed me off: 1) We asked if she could bring some pineapples and she didn't let us know that it would be charged as a "side" to the tune of $4. Also, the pineapple "side" was the tiniest bowl I've ever seen--containing less than half a cup of the fruit. 2) I wasn't that hungry and ordered 2 sides of bread and was charged $8. EIGHT DOLLARS for 4 slices of toast. EIGHT DOLLARS!! 3) the hamburger my friend ordered was small and plain. Long story short: nothing to write home about here and WAY OVERPRICED.
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Kathryn Z.
Alright. Lets get this started by saying that #1 I'm not a picky diner #2 I consider myself a reasonable human being #3 I love myself a good drink... don't worry, this applies. Food-wise it is pretty tasty. Some creative benedict choices and pretty moderate in quality... nothing too amazing, but super handy to have an all-day breakfast restaurant nearby. I went about 2 weeks ago for brunch with my boyfriend and decided, as a natural course of brunch events, that I would love to have a mimosa. Dreams were crushed when apparently some 'chain' restaurants in Maryland do not take perfectly valid IDs from other states that are vertical and have the "under 21 until blah blah" still on them (even though mine says until 2010...which as we know has already happened) I just moved here a few months ago, and seriously, who goes to the DMV unless threatened with license expiration?? Yes folks, that's right. My ID was valid, un-expired, and totally legal and yet I wasn't served. I know it's just one little mimosa... but lets just top off this insult by adding that I was served alcohol two weeks prior at the SAME RESTAURANT. The manager claimed that it was a Maryland law now, yet friends of mine who work in Maryland restaurants have never heard of it... oh don't you worry, I did my research. My friend wasn't served at a Maryland Applebees once, so I've heard of this terrible curse before. I realize that restaurants "have the right" to do this kind of nonsense, but it isn't even a good business decision! I get that rules are rules determined by the powers that be, but the fact that I was served at this restaurant before and then suddenly it was illegal to serve me again is purely asinine and infuriating. The food is fine and the drinks I had when I was allowed to drink there (so messed up) were adequate. It really is fine for brunch, but I am just too annoyed and stubborn to go back.
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DeAnne B.
Been about 5 times and the service hasn't been the best, but the atmosphere is pretty cool. Whenever I go, I get the Chesapeake Benedict which is really tasty. I don't necessarily care for the actual english muffin that the eggs are served on and I usually substitute the potatoes as a side for the cheesy grits. Their cheesy grits are really nice, creamy and not too cheesy. Yum. Good brunch spot, especially if you want brunch any time of the day. They're currently having a Four Square promotion for $10 off if you use your AmEx. Not sure when it runs out, but I got $10 off yesterday.
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Julie R.
I had an eggs benedict with guacamole on it (don't remember the name). Way better than a diner, turning point and most breakfast places. The food was good, but not amazing. This place wants to be slightly more upscale than it actually is, but the prices are still good. In a great location surrounded by shops in downtown Silver Spring.
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Zachary P.
I've been to Eggspectation at least two dozen times since discovering it in early 2010. I used to go almost weekly when I stopped by on Saturday for the local farmer's market and Borders, but since the bookstore closed I haven't been up here much lately. Despite my months-long absence from the place, when I went last Saturday (the very windy Saturday), two of the servers recognized me and stopped by to chat. The service here is usually great, even if on weekends you can wait a long time for a table (hey, it's popular). I've enjoyed every breakfast dish I've tried here, especially with the side of grilled potatoes. The crepes with roasted red pepper sauce are delicious, and the french dip sandwich is one of my favorites, served with a huge side of au jus. I'll keep eating here whenever I'm shopping or watching a movie in the Silver Spring area.
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Amy C.
Well! We'd been here once before and liked it, so came back tonight as a family of 4, for dinner. We got there at 6:15 and were hoping to get to a 7:15 movie. We mentioned this to our waitress and she got us some delicious food quickly - made it to the movie, no problem. The problem came when my husband got the final credit card receipt - there was an 18% "gratuity" added - for a family of 4! We would've tipped our usual 20% anyway - but having it added automatically to the bill pretty much ensures we won't be going back! I don't know if that's restaurant policy, or if the waitress figured (correctly) that she'd get away with it because we were in a hurry, but no matter. We still won't be going back.
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Linda W.
Good breakfast with unremarkable service.
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Seythe M.
A decent breakfast spot. I had the classic eggs benedict and fried green tomatoes. The eggs were cooked well but the hollaindaise sauce wasnt flavorful. The tempertature of the food was below warm, i imagine it may have been sitting about 5 min before it reached my table. The green tomatoes were cut thick and were browned to a nice golden color. The thickness of the tomato and it being not fully cooked in the center, made it a bit difficult to slice through. Overall, the atmosphere and the servers are nice. The food could have a little more attention though.
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Jennifer V.
We've been to this location a few times- and we always go back for the food! Favorites are the classic eggs Benedict with to die for lyonnaise potatoes and the French Toast page. The service today was awful- the server took the adjacent table's food order and our drink order one after the other. Their food came before our drinks- coffee and ice water!! Then he finally took our food order. When we commented on the amount of time the drinks took he didn't even say sorry. We will likely return for the food, so hopefully the experience will improve.
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Erich Y.
The service here can be pretty hit-and-miss, and the food doesn't seem to be as consistently good as it has been in the past. I recommend going for dinner or a late lunch....otherwise, the place is likely to be really crowded.
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MaJ C.
Walked in to a meeting with one of my Wife's science colleagues Sunday morning, Got greeted very well, and guided to our table. Server at first, was on his game, Taking our drink orders, and leaving us, overlooking the menus. The menus, by the way, are huge tomes dedicated to the ova we love. 5-6 pages, a bit confusing, and certainly too many combination's to just innocently dive right in and pick any one. Ok, order of grits, and eggs Crawly. ( What I call the Chesapeake crab over Poached egg dish they have ) Delicious. A touch dry, and the crab a small portion, though very nice. The service, always a bit weird when your waiter hands you a plate of food to pass along. If you cant reach a table position, walk Around the table, until you can place the food in front of someone. Pet peeve. All and all, I would go back. Service just a touch Slow, Food, decent, Though not as good as a classic Greasy Spoon'.
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Katelyn K.
The first time I had Eggspectations when I was studying in Ottawa, ON, Canada. When I moved back to DC to finish my degree I was thrilled to learn there was one just around the corner from me in Silver Spring. I have never had a bad experience at Eggspectation in Silver Spring. During the last two visits, however, our food was incredibly late getting to us because of mix ups in the kitchen. This was mildly disappointing because the restaurant was fairly empty as it was early for dinner on weeknight. The staff was incredibly apologetic. I definitely prefer Eggspectation to either Denny's or IHOP, both of which remind me a little too much of the greasy spoons diners I love in NJ, but that try too hard to be them. The restaurant is incredibly clean.
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Suzanne R.
It's a good solid meal. Great no. Awful no-way! I got dinner crepes and they were good. My spouse got a Chesapeake Omelet. The omelet was good, but no where near as good as it sounded. The omelet eggs seemed slightly overcooked to me and you are only given 1 piece of toast with it. (Really? It's toast!) The portions were good/average and the restaurant is big with a roomy decor. Everything seemed fresh. We did get Tres Leche cake for dessert and was very good and the definite highlight of the meal. I think going to see what the restaurant is & all about is good. But it doesn't seem like a place you'd(I'd) intentionally repeat.
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Robert C.
I don't think this restaurant is all that. I think it's a bit overpriced and the portion's rather small. I didn't have a good 1st experience there. The food's just ok, nothing stood out or anything. The interior of the place's decent, the service's good. On top of that, we had to wait for like 30 minutes. It's not special in any way and I don't think I'll be back for a long time.
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Minda M.
When I heard about this place I was quite "eggcited". I ventured there for a Sunday brunch, I walked in to a typical chain restaurant with people crammed by the front door waiting for a table. The menu has a lot of stuff on it, but waaaaay over priced for the size of the portions. I got some egg dish with beans, and my side of beans was a tiny little shot glass with beans. For $12 eggs I would hope to get more than 4 beans. The eggs were well poached, so that was one positive thing.
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Bill B.
Great place for dinner, and almost certainly for lunch as well. The menu ranges from burgers, to pasta, to crepes and includes a good dessert case. (Egg-based options, including breakfast are prevalent.) The bacon cheeseburger my friend ordered was excellent, with real cheddar and tasty, crisp bacon. The accompanying fries were crisp and peppery. My chicken cordon bleu was likewise delicious--tender, juicy chicken with a nice crust. The ham and bleu cheese filling could have been more abundant, but was adequate. It came with a side of fettuccine marinara, which was nice if unexceptional. My only real food complaint was that the desserts were pretty much limited to varieties of cakes--I would have liked to see some pie or berry tart or a creme brulee for variety. The kitchen is open and active, so it can be fun watching your (or someone else's) food being prepared. Bathrooms are clean and nice. Indoor decor is dark woods and subdued lighting, so this could make a nice date option. Still, the atmosphere is fairly casual, so if you wanted to wander in wearing jeans, you wouldn't feel out of place. Perhaps the best part is the patio seating. It's facing the central plaza of the mall with a direct view of the fountain and it's colorful tile mosaic. Our dinner included a show, as the hot day and spraying fountain meant a host of small kids were running through and playing in it. My companion kept looking over wistfully and commenting about wanting to join them. (Being impish, I kept encouraging her, but she opted to stay dry.) Service was good--friendly and quick. All in all, I was quite happy with it and would absolutely recommend it for lunch or dinner, both if you're already nearby shopping or as a destination of it's own. TRIVIA: Just around the corner in the mall complex are a movie theater and billiards cafe, so you could easily construct a full date around this location. Doubly convenient, since it's only 3 blocks from Silver Spring Metro station--no car required. Take note, teenagers!
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Shane B.
I went here on a Friday around 10:00 am and it was very quiet -- astoundingly so, really, considering the breadth of their menu. They had a good 10 different kinds of benedict, waffles, French toast, pancakes, a large variety of omelettes and scrambles... all very nice. Their lunch menu was also very large and varied. Oh, and they have SMOOTHIES! How cool is that? Like literally a smoothie menu, starting at $6.99 with the option of adding alcohol. The food was good, although it wasn't wildly incredible. They only gave us one pretty small piece of toast, which I thought was a bit lame. Now for the bad part: an omelet and an apple juice ran me $20 before tip. Yes, $20. The food was not THAT good, people. I mean, yeah, it was nice... but a $5 apple juice and a $15 omelet? Hmmm. The receipt said we were charged for a "large" apple juice, but the waitress didn't ask us if we wanted a large or a small, and the large apple juice was really not that big. I'd hate to see the small. In short, the service was good. The food was pretty good. The menu was gigantic. The decor was cute. The prices were terrible, and the serving sizes weren't as gigantic as that darned big 'ol menu.
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Kerry F.
The food was pretty tasty. I was surprised at a gazpacho with a cream base and a lot of kick, but I enjoyed it. I added crab to it, and it was very clear that the crab they chose was very fresh. Big plus. The chocolate crepe for dessert was filling and tasty. We were seated on the patio, so we didn't get very frequent water service or plate removal (This happens frequently when eating outside and is my pet peeve at any restaurant). Our check was slow in coming, though we asked for it when the crepe came out. All in all, it was a good meal for the price, though the price of savory crepes is steep.
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Brandon C.
Eggspectation, you're just okay. I've been here three times now and had decent experiences on all occasions. I never had an amazing experience, but I never had a bad one either. Its a good place to take someone for a not too expensive, but still nice brunch. Other than that its not worth the price. I mean I get it, its an upscale-ish breakfast place, but still I have a hard time believing that any egg is worth over $10. Luckily this most recent time I had a groupon, so that cut the bill in half. But for two people, pancakes and eggs benedict and coffee came out to over $30. Yes it tastes good, yes there was good service, but I feel as though I could have a much better experience for half the cost at a diner. That's just my opinion, however. I did love the fresh orange juice however; its probably the best thing I've had there.
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Priscilla R.
Good for a family dinner. We went got two adult egg meals for dinner - Bayou Benedict and Egg-Chilada. Both were good. I checked and the Bayou sauce is made without flour and was ordered with no toast. I had mentioned I was Gluten Free and so our server asked the cook about the polenta. She found out it included flour so she removed it from the dish. Many thanks to her! Two kids meals - scrambled eggs and chicken fingers were quickly eaten. It got busy as we were leaving so it was a little longer than we would have liked to get the check but our waitress Gaby was very, very good throughout the evening so no complaints there.
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Lara W.
Eggspectation is GREAT for breakfast or brunch. Not unreasonably priced for the amount and quality of food but not cheap. Good pancakes, GREAT eggs benedict, good wraps and sandwiches. BUT, their dinner sucks. We have been a few times and it's just always disappointing. Not necessarily bad but so eh.
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Trisha H.
Came here for an impromptu dinner. I have a sister that just had a little one (he's 6 months) and we were planning to go somewhere else, but that somewhere else was unwelcome about the whole baby thing and had an issue about a late dinner member, so we decided to try Eggspectation instead. I think the food was good. Burgers were definitely the choice of the night, and they are very willing to add anything to a burger that isn't specifically on the menu. The wait staff was super helpful, patient and friendly. Definitely a family friendly atmosphere. The price is reasonable as well, and it's great to be able to have breakfast for dinner!
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Abdul A.
Don't expect much. I went in just form looking at the menu posted on the window. The food was pretty good but the quantity was small. It filled me up for about an hour. Now I'm not a big guy, but I expect to get full. The waitress was extremely friendly. It's decent food for a decent price. What more can you ask for in downtown silver spring?
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Lisa M.
I've been here several times over the years and were it a little more affordable i'd be more of a regular. First the look of the place. For some reason I always get a harry potter vibe. The interior is brick, decorated with purposely cluttered bookshelfs filled with fake books and the occassional painting. it's very colorful and homey, but I keep thinking i'm going to find a secret passageway if i pull the right book out of those bookshelves. I tend to get the yolk-around-the-clock with eggwhites and bacon. This is an open faced egg-bacon-cheese sandwich on a toasted bagel. It is pretty damn delicious and comes with crispy potatoes on the side. in my experience the eggs are always cooked perfectly. This is the only place ever that i've ordered an appetizer/dessert for breakfast. The vanilla yogurt with a side of warm honey is basically a dessert, we've ordered it as a side, a before, and an after for our breakfast meal. i'm not sure why this yogurt is so delicious, but it definitely better than your dannon brand. I haven't been here for Sunday Brunch because I always assume i'll have to wait far too long. I tend to go for a late lunch on saturday, when the wait is never an issue.
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David O.
I was completely satisfied with my breakfast here. The eggs were lovely and the potatoes were delicious. I truly enjoy coming here.
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Joe C.
I honestly liked the decor of the place. The food really wasn't that great. Especially for the price. I've had better breakfast at IHOP. The drinks were eggcellent.
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Nicky B.
Pretty good spot for breakfast/lunch/brunch. One of the better options in that strip. The service is a little slow, but I've never not enjoyed anything I've eaten (or tasted) there. I like to get their crepes - my favorite being the ham, cheese & asparagus one. Really delicious, and perfect for brunch. It's hard to leave the place hungry, portions are very generous!
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Keisha S.
I've been here a few times and over all I've been happy. My only gripe is consistency. I ordered a dish egguberant for breakfast the first time I had it my pancakes were on a separate dish dusted with powdered sugar and butter. The next time I ordered they had everything on the same plate threw my eggs over the pancakes, no powdered sugar, no butter. When I said something they just brought me a empty plate to transfer the pancakes. The service was pretty poor as well that day. I will give it another try after the holidays
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mark l.
I went to Eggspectation with high hopes. I love breakfast! Verdict--You could do much better elsewhere. The restaurant does not look like a breakfast restaurant, but looks much more like a typical bar type place, and not a very homey one either. I originally wanted to get the Eggstravaganza, which is a French Toast, eggs, breakfast meat & potatoes plate. Because I don't like cinnamon on my French Toast, I asked my waitress if I could have it without. Also ordered OJ and a cappuccino. Meantime my two 8-year olds ordered the kids scrambled egg plate and chocolate chip pancakes. My son asked if he could have a hot chocolate for a drink instead of milk/juice, to which our waitress said sure. 15 minutes later, when I expected that the food would be coming back, our waitress returns saying that the cinnamon is already in the batter so I can't have French Toast without. So I switched to Eggsuberant, which is basically the same, but with pancakes instead of French Toast. Overall, with some glitches the food was tasty. The pancakes were very good, but there were only two and they were on the small side. My grilled potatoes were excellent and the OJ was wonderful--fresh squeezed and lower in acid than any other freshly squeezed juice that I've had before. Almost tasted whipped. My son's chocolate chip pancakes were also very good with lots of intense chocolate flavor. However, my daughter's egg plate came with the same grilled potatoes as mine only hers had way too much pepper on them--for me, much less for a child. And despite my cinnamon warning, my capuccino arrived with a very generous sprinkling on top. So why two stars? The food was very expensive for what you get. Breakfast for an adult and two children shouldn't run to nearly $40. I didn't order one, but $3 for an English muffin?!?! The service was also not good. Aside from the cinnamon gaffe, our waitress neglected to inform me that my son's hot chocolate substitution came at an additional cost of $4.95, with no credit for the drink he didn't get. Also, although the menu says that they add an 18% gratuity to large parties, I was surprised, most unpleasantly, to find that they had added 18% --more than I would have tipped--to my party of 3 bill. Conclusion--Eggspectation is not worth a visit without a substantial discount coupon.
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Eva D.
I used to really like that place. I enjoy the food but the service is just not good.
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Kimberly W.
I went here for brunch with my friend and her mother. I loved this place. They have something for everyone. The menu was a little overwhelming, but you can find something that will fit your appetite. We had blueberry muffins with our meal. They were moist, buttery and delicious. I kept it pretty generic by having eggs, bacon, and muffin. It was delicious! I will definitely be returning.
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Patrick H.
I have to say I simply adore this restaurant. They are a chain out of Montreal Canada, which in itself garners a little respect. They have a big rambling menu with lots of "eggy" options and numerous choices of "non-eggy" fare to boot. We love the omelets here, as well as the gridled muffin (egg white griddled muffin of your choice topped with fruit and berries, creme anglaise and slivered almonds... OMG), the Nicoise Salad is a true standout and of course they know their way around a crepe or two. By the way, the Dessert crepes are HUGE and definitely more than enough to share with that special fellow crepe lover you brought with you. hardypartyreview.blogspo…
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Leah W.
This was our second trip to Eggspectation, which was no better than our first. We first came for a late breakfast on a Sunday morning. The service was slow and our food (a Cuban and a Juicy Lucy Burger) fell apart before we could get them to our mouths. When we returned on a Thursday evening, service was even worse. The food had not improved. I ordered the California Sandwich, my husband had the eggspectation burger and my son had pancake pache. The food was ok- but we had the same issue with the burger and sandwich. The service was a whole issue on its own. It took over an hour from when we got a table to when we got our food. We were very hungry and kept asking the waitress how much longer for our food, who would just smile at us. While we were eating the manager came our and apologized for our wait. That was it- sorry you waited so long- here is your full price check and we expect you to return. I am sorry, they should have made an effort to make it up to us for the wait. An apology was not enough. We will not be returning.
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Kerry O.
Love this place. Diverse menu with everything done well. Large tables. Free wifi. Best place for a sit down meal - any meal - in downtown Silver Spring.
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Jane D.
The folks sitting across from us who warned us to turn and run as soon as we came in and sat down were the first clue. TWO HOURS at our table with nary a drink or a bite of food!! Finally they did try to bring us some soup - claimed it was what we ordered and lied to us about what it was til I literally dumped it on the table to prove to her it wasn't. Only then did she admit that the kitchen ran out of what we ordered so they "threw something else together." Oh and it had shrimp in it - suppose I was allergic to shellfish?! Losers!! At that point we got up and walked out. Every table around us was either getting a total refund or walking out. Never seen anything like it. Don't eat at this restaurant unless you truly hate yourself.
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Bob R.
A bit pricey for breakfast. I ordered a double espresso which was $3.75 or so and had the volume of a double espresso but the flavor of coffee from a local Jiffy Lube. If the espresso machine is not working, it would be good to take it off the menu until the machine is fixed. Also, this is the first breakfast IHave had that came with a single piece of toast that I had to ask for 3 times. I "eggspect" more when I pay 15 bucks for s breakfast.
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Brit B.
I was worried, given the reviews. I went with a large group and we enjoyed the experience. It was a little slow and there weren't many people eating, but the food was unique and well cooked. I got the stir fry. I would definitely go back!
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Scot W.
You definitely know it is a chain restaurant upon walking in, but I also don't think that they have tried to hide that fact at all. It has a sort of cheesecake factory feel to it which is not at all compelling, but I don't find it too repulsive either. For a place with egg in the name (and eggbeater door handles) they have plenty of non-egg, non-breakfast dishes. Many of the dishes sounded good, but menus rarely make the food sound terrible. I had the bayou benedict (eggs benedict, but with polenta instead of an english muffin and andouille sausage, chicken and shrimp in lieu of canadian bacon). It was an okay dish. The eggs were a little overcooked, not as runny as I would have liked. The chicken actually tasted very good as did the shrimp. There wasn't much sausage at all. The hollandaise was pretty good, a nice amount of spice. The polenta had no flavor at all; it was definitely the weakest part of the dish. On the side, it came with breakfast potatoes. The consistency was good, nice and crispy, but with no real flavor at all. After a liberal use of pepper and some salt, plus tossing it around in the hollandaise, they tasted okay. My girlfriend had chocolate pancakes and really liked them, though she said they were not as good as the original pancake house. I would go back and maybe try some regular eggs benedict or one of their specials, but it won't be any time soon that I make a return trip. Not a bad experience, just an eminently forgettable one.
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Areta C.
I've been here three times! Hmm! I've only ever ordered one thing- the menu looks excellent, lots of options. I'm a breakfast eater. Anyways, I've TRIED to try out other items on the menu... unfortunately, Eggscitement wins every time. It's french toast, with a liquorbound syrup, strawberries and bananas. Dreamy! Apparently it was flambe at some point, but I'm not sure if I believe that. What I do believe is that it is absolutely wonderful! I can't say if the other food is as good- but I can say the service has been of good quality. Attentive waitstaff is always a plus. I think the style of restaurant is cute- and the waits aren't terrible for a breakfast place. There's actually space for breathing unlike most of the brunch places in MoCo. And there's not as many kids because it's pricier. Thank sweet jesus!
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V. H.
Beautiful environment, you can sit outside. A little overpriced for breakfast, but you get a ton of food and it was delicious. Turkey bacon was the best I've ever had.
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Les D.
Yes, I love this place. I've been here several times now, and I like it more after each visit. They have wonderful, crispy sliced fries. Terrific breakfasts. HUGE portions. I usually split a breakfast. And the dessert tray is fantastic. I had a piece of the caramel apple pie which was spectacular. Sometimes service can be hit or miss, but it's usually hit. This is just a fun, wonderful place to eat.
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Jesus J.
Me being a breakfast lover, I adore this place. They have tons of different breakfast options, with (obviously) delicious eggs that can be made anyway you want them. There's also lots of other choices to choose from in the lunch and dinner category. The menu is vast and offers plenty of options. There is also a small bakery at the entrance that houses decent cakes and muffins. The thing that stands about this place from other breakfast choices is the orange juice. It truly is fresh, squeezed orange juice and it is delicious. There are also lots of coffee options for cafe lovers. The service here has always been good. Haven't had bad service yet. Mediocre - a couple of times, but always at least average. The interior of the building is very colorful and has a very traditional feel to it (think Harry Potter-esque as some reviewers noted). The restaurant is large and there are plenty of tables to sit. I've never had to wait more than fifteen minutes to be seated (even though they said the wait would be 20-25 mins.). The only disadvantage of dining here is the prices. You know that orange juice I was talking about? Well, a large glass of it is $5 and there aren't free refills. This seems flat out stingy to me. If you're going to charge that much for OJ, at least make refills complimentary. I can easily make fresh OJ at home for the fraction of the price. The meals aren't too expensive, with most entrees being around $12, but you can get breakfast at most places for $7-10. Check this place out at least once. If you don't like it, there are plenty of diners in the area like the Tastee Diner off of Cameron St.
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Steve P.
Recently moved to the area. I like occasionally having breakfast food at non-breakfast hours. Was very surprised at how good it was! I liked the french toast, and their "EGGstreme" pasta with chicken is now my all-time favorite pasta dish anywhere. Really love the place!
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Sharon W.
Have been there a number of times at different times of day. If before noon I usually order the 1 egg, meat, potatoes, toast and fruit breakfast. One big plus for me is they have turkey bacon and turkey sausage as a meat choice. It's a good, basic breakfast and always cooked the way I ask. Another plus is their Bloody Marys--generous, spicy and with a big celery stick for a stirrer. The Mimosas though are pretty puny--our daughter calls them "Mimosa shots". When we've come later in the day we have had some of their salads and their chicken entrees, which were very generous portions and pretty tasty. The service has always been outstanding--and extra points that they let our daughter be seated last Sunday morning even though the rest of the party wasn't there yet. Plus the manager came by and gave our granddaughter (age 6) a thumbs up because she was the only child he had ever seen order the salmon entree. This is not the greatest gourmet restaurant I've ever been to but for a good basic meal with an assortment of ages and tastes it serves a purpose.
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Ravi B.
This place has gone down hill over the last few months, and after tonight I won't go back. If I have to go to an eggspectations, it'll be the one in columbia. When we walked in, the hostesses told us the manager said to hold off on seating because the kitchen was backed up. First of all, I've never heard of that. Secondly, if the kitchen is backed up let me at least sit down and order a beer. Third and last, after I specifically asked to be sat just to order a beer, (they were willing as long as I understood no food would be ordered) the server came over and wanted to take our order. After we ordered, we contented ourselves to waiting on the food because we knew it might be a while. But when it did come out, we were both surprised it included a sauce that was completely different from the one we had expected. In fact, we ordered the same dish just a week prior at the Columbia location and thought it was delicious. Now, their red pepper sauce was more of a curry sauce. The server we had was pretty good, but the combination of things that happened tonight, along with the hostessing problems we faced before have led us both to vow not to return for a while.
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Kathleen H.
While living in Silver Spring I was witness to the "revitalization" of the downtown area. And the opening of Eggspectation .. I LOVE breakfast .. probably my favorite meal of the day and I have been known to eat it for dinner as well. What is that you say .. you have NEVER eaten cereal for dinner? I have been here for brunch ONLY .. and while I wanted to love it .. I was disappointed. To begin .. the wait is horrendous on the weekends. And the service can be hit or miss .. to top it off the food is .. meh! I agree with Tom B. .. the fare is very similar to that of IHOP or Denny's .. except you are paying twice the price. Overall .. I say you skip it and head into DC or to the diner a few blocks away for more variety and better quality food.
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Zachary H.
Went here for the first time this morning for breakfast. Was impressed by the menu and the friendliness of our service. We ended up ordering the Benedict Classic (traditional eggs benedict) and the "Eggs What." I found the eggs in the Benedict Classic to be overdone. I prefer runny eggs, but, to be fair, I didn't specifically request them that way. Our overall analysis was that the food was decent, but definately nothing spectacular. The dining space is large and we both really liked the layout of the restaurant. That combined with the good service and the extensive menu will likely result in us returning again at some point. Not my favorite restaurant in Silver Spring, but probablyl worth a visit.
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James J.
One of the only breakfast places in the area, I'm pretty sure that's the only reason it's still in business. Bottom line: Overpriced, small portions, mediocre food.
I have to say that I love Eggspectation. I lived in Silver Spring in 2008 and 2009 and went here on a regular basis. After moving to Arlington, I still make the drive up to Silver Spring just go to brunch here. Their coffees are good. You get generous portion sizes with toast and steak fries with pretty much anything you order. My only gripes are the long waits if you show up later in the AM, the noise level, and the wait staff is very hit or miss.
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Ralph H.
Eggspectation is a GREAT place to get breakfast food. I went here about a month ago and I enjoyed everything about my meal. Definitely will be going back here again! Highly recommend this place.
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U K.
Good food, bad service. We went there for lunch. The section we were seated in didn't seem busy, but it took forever to get our food and even longer to get our check. They messed up my order, but it had taken so long to get to our table that I did not have the patience to ask them for fixing my order!!!
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Jay R.
I've been here a few times and I never go here with high expectations and yet I am still always disappointed. Is it me or has anyone else had their eggs over easy come out more like over medium? I don't eat lots of eggs but I feel like I need to order 5 or 6 to make up for the lack of yolk in the eggs that they use in the 2 that come with my meal. I even had a non-egg entree once and unfortunately it came out very lukewarm which didn't help at all. Another strike for me about this place is the furniture is very uncomfortable. I guess it plays into the sociology of business as they don't want you to linger on their wood slatted benches and iron chairs. On a positive note, I've always had good servers here as they've been polite and fast. I just wish the food were much better and if they had cushions on their chairs.
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Aya D.
Great place for brunch and lunch! :) The place is large enough to house a big party, which is really nice.
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Becky W.
Less than mediocre. Have been here several times and always leave underwhelmed. Today we ordered nothing more complicated than scrambled eggs and pancakes and it took an hour for them to bring our food. All the manger offered was an insincere apology. I could get better food at a greasy diner for 1/3 of the price. I won't be returning.
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Jim C.
Great choice for breakfast with menu listing dozens of great items from which to choose. Great smoothies. Also, full menu of regular food. Average. Like others have said, it's step up from Denny's and diners. I always enjoy breakfast here.
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Kelly T.
Excellent! The french toast was amazing - interesting that my scrambled eggs were on top of it (rather than on the side) but it was a yummy combination. They give you TONS of potatoes on the side. We had to wait about 20 mins for a table but we did go at Sunday brunch time, so I wasn't shocked. The waiters seemed extremely busy, but we did get in and out in a reasonable time.
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J R.
Eggspensive for what you get. Inoffensive food that is standard breakfast fare. It would be fine if it cost half as much.
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Sarah O.
Food is pretty good. It kinda reminds me of an upscale diner, if one should exist. The menu consists of omelets, sandwiches, and some dinner selections, so everyone should be able to find at least one thing that they like. They have a nice dessert case when you first walk in the door; although, I have never had dessert there, so I don't know if they taste as good as they look. The most we've had to wait was 5-10 minutes and that is going on a weekend at dinner time; most times there is no wait at all.
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Emily R.
Came here for a holiday party with my coworkers. You're supposed to have 20 people for the "party room." We only had about 15 but they let us use it anyway. We also were able to use the big flat screen tv/ DVD player to play a slideshow of pictures. I suppose since we didn't have a full group, they brought a few 2-person parties to sit in the party room as well (there were about 3 other small tables). We didn't care but if I had been sitting at a smaller table in that room, I don't think I would have been very happy. For $15 a piece, we shared some appetizers - chicken quesadillas and a bread bowl with dip, we each chose an individual entree, and 2 dessert platters were provided. I had the chicken, mushroom, and spinach crepe, which was ok but a little soggy and hard to get on my fork. The dessert platters were ginormous and included lots of mini cheesecakes with different toppings (chocolate, blueberry, fruit, etc.). The other platter had a huge stack of various types of cookies. The 15 of us barely made a dent in the desserts so we got to-go boxes for them. Our meal also included soft drinks, coffee, or tea. Alcoholic beverages were extra. Our waitress was excellent - constantly refilling our drinks, half the time without us even noticing she had brought them to the table. Although I wasn't blown away by the food, I would recommend this place as a good spot to bring a large group.
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Marc H.
Twas good. It's difficult to mess up an egg white omelet so i can't necessarily speak to their culinary prowess, but my breakfast was satisfactory. The potatoes that came with the omelet had a nice crunch to them and i also got a side of yogurt with bananas. The yogurt was very tasty but I'm confident that it was NOT healthy... too sweet to be good for you. The bloody mary was good, but im not sure what "award" it won, as it wasnt that good. It needed some garnish and could have benefitted from a little more spice. Overall, Id go back. The breakfast menu is expansive and there are enough options to please anyone. The wait was 30min on Sunday morning... not terrible.
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Philip K.
Mediocre chain food. Fries and grilled cheese I ordered were lukewarm, but alright for the price. Music from the bar next door kept a constant THUMP THUMP THUMP going for most of the evening. What really sold me on never returning was when I told the waitress to keep the change, she DIDN'T point out that there was already an 18% gratuity on my tab. Nothing like giving almost 40% tip for something exceedingly average.
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Bruce J.
Gotta say, the popularity of this place completely eludes me! True, the atmosphere's not bad. And yes, it does draw a nice, diverse crowd. But why endure the horrendously long waits? Certainly not for the food, which for brunch, at least, is overpriced and mediocre. And definitely not for the coffee, which is just plain bad. While I recognize I have a Midwest bias--breakfast spots in cities like Minneapolis, St. Paul, Madison, and Chicago have spoied me for life, I'm afraid--there are decent alternatives nearby. In Silver Spring you've got your choice of places like Tastee Diner, Parkway Deli, Woodside Deli, or Mayorga's yummy brunch on Sundays. Or if you're up for a longer trip, head to Nick's Diner in Wheaton, or The Diner in Adams Morgan. Whichever you choose, you'll save a few bucks and walk away much more satisfied!
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Mq T.
The happy hour quesdillas are great! Wish they had salsa.
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Steffany H.
YUMMMM.... I was in DC last week and we were looking for a place to eat dinner Eggespectation sits in a big open shopping area with tons of restaurants, but none sounded very good to me. This place was very low key - our style - but had great customer service. I was skeptical at first, most places that brand themselves on breakfast don't do anything else as well. They did.... I had a parmesan crusted chicken dinner with spinach - loved it! Only reason I can't stretch for 5 stars was teh wine selection. I'm a wine with dinner kind of gal and they didn't have as much selection as I'd like. Overall it's a very fun restaurant with lots of different choices, and I'll definitely be back for breakfast!
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Olivia L.
I went on a weekday, about noonish, and there was absolutely no wait. The service was ok, but the food was forgettable. I had the waffle benedict. The waffle was too sweet and kind of mushy (more like an eggo than a Belgian) and totally clashed with the savory eggs. The potatoes were ok, but there could have been a much bigger pile of potatoes, given the size of the plate. The bacon was not crispy, and had the tough quality of bacon leather. Bleh.
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Tom B.
My first visit today. Hard for me to make an overall review because all I had was a fairly traditional breakfast, the "Eggs-what?" their only entree w/ corned beef hash. Nevertheless, the breakfast was fine, albeit the sunnyside eggs were a little undone, a risk you take when ordering fried eggs. Still, the breakfast seemed pretty ordinary, considering the price, almost twice as much as the same fare @ Denny's or IHOP. And how hard can breakfast be? And this is supposed to be their specialty. Bottom line: too pricey considering the average quality of the food. But Kudos for the real fresh squeezed OJ!
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Jon S.
Egggselent. Get the oj.
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Natalie M.
I went to Eggspectation while visiting friends that live in Silver Spring during inauguration weekend. Needless to say, this may be the reason why there was no wait what so ever on a Sunday. I do agree with the other reviewers that the prices are a tad high, but this place is NO iHOP. The food is much fresher, the service is friendlier and the menu is much more varied. I wasn't a HUGE fan of the crepes, they were a tad thick, but the strawberry filling was delicious- made with actual strawberries. My egg whites were not runny(I hate runny eggs) and they even gave me an extra egg white since I didnt want the meat that came with my special. I do recommend a visit if you are in the Silver Spring area, there is ample parking and various stores. This restaurant would me a nice way to start a lazy Sunday.
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reuben j.
This place does above average breakfast/brunch fare. A word to the wise -especially if you are going on the weekend- go early.. After 10 AM or so, it's as hard to get in as it is to get John Boehner to say something good about President Obama. Service can be a bit slow, but it is not an anger-inducing slow...Call it well-meaning laid back. And call me when you head to this joint.
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Angela M.
Count my review skewed a tad. I had been behaving myself, drinking only water & tea, avoiding sugary beverages and treats, eating salads, lots of veggies, lean meats - basically, my intestines were happy, but my mouth was getting bored. In an unusual turn of events, well I should say usual, because I don't usually have dinner planned, but unusual because we don't eat out during the week, we ended up at Eggspectation ordering breakfast for dinner. I know, it's totally wild and unorthodox. We're so crazy. No really, we are. Insane. Anyways....the ambiance there is nice and warm, neutral colors, dark woods, stone, metal - it works. The service was great and the food, although ridiculously expensive ($9 for pancakes?) they do give you a lot of food. I got 3 blueberry pancakes, a side of home fries, 2 pieces of turkey bacon, 2 eggs over medium and a roasted tomato. I must have paid $20 for it, but it was good. Oh, I had a pineapple mango smoothie as well. I was a glutton that night. All I'm saying is, when it's right, it's right. This time it just was. The food tasted so awesome and I felt full, happy and my taste buds were satisfied for once in a long time. Now that I've said all that, if you're crunched for cash, seeing the prices on the menu might make you cranky and IHOP can satisfy a lot of the same urges, so, maybe try there and save yourself some dinero? I prefer Eggs over IHOP, but they both do the trick. There's a funny story about Eggspectation food poisioning that my husband suffered through; that was from the Columbia location, though. Just picture a fire hose and projectiles...
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Demetrius G.
One of the best breakfasts in Silver Spring
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Robert B.
Pros: Decor is excellent and brunch is good. Cons: WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY TOO DAMN EXPENSIVE. I would come here every weekend if it was even remotely priced appropriately. You could feed a small country on what it costs to take your family here for brunch. Sadly, instead of coming every week the absurd price means I come once every year or two. They get my 4 stars, but they don't get my business.
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Ashley E.
why the hell are you called eggspectation???????? you would think that the eggs are special??? they arent! waffles are great! but a bit over priced!
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T K.
Food was very good. Service was pleasant and attentive. Coffee was weak. Pricey menu.
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jax g.
terrible food even for a veg. bartenders iffy and service slow. drinks, horrible. my last veggie burger was disgusting and the fries were served COLD.
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Kenyon H.
Great all day breakfast spot! I had an omelette and it was really good. Service was great, cool atmosphere so no complaints....I'd hit one up anytime.
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Bobby G.
Service was slow four out of the four times I've been. Food is alright but not worth the horrible service.
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Lisa L.
My Parmesan crusted chicken was just absolutely bland! Just bland bland bland! Although, my cousin's steak and fries were cooked to perfection!
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Erin S.
I am visiting from NY and this place was a great choice for lunch. i have a 6 year old who was hungry while out with family and this place was amazing! the drinks were amazing and although I had a salad it was very filling and I am not hungry.
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Callie K.
Service: I enjoyed the fact that with a party of 5 we were seated immediately when it was a busy holiday (labor day). We had tried to call ahead and make reservations but they don't do take reservations. Food: I had the All American minus the eggs since I have an egg allergy and they did everything to accommodated my meal. On top of the the food was good (4/5) and it was plentiful.
After purchasing a Groupon, my friend and I decided to walk downtown for brunch. Upon arriving, we were seated outside. We asked about the groupon we purchased to make sure it was valid. The hostess (I'm guessing that's what she was) told us someone would be over to check it...no one came. We waited with no menus, no silverware, and no water until our waitress finally came over. We mentioned that we had a groupon and wanted to make sure we could use it for brunch. My friend and I ordered drinks: a hot chocolate and iced coffee..which they didn't "have" so I ended up with an iced cappuccino with mounds of whipped cream. My friend's drink came out and mine did not..Which we found to be odd, because good service etiquette is to bring both drinks/meals out at the same time.. Overlooking the drink situation, we ordered. Both of our meals came out cold as well as my order being wrong. Then came to the check: We were told our groupon was for 4 people not 2 and the manager would be over to explain. (This is what we were trying to avoid upon arriving) After explaining the misunderstanding of the deal and that my friend who bought the groupon was from out of town, the manager said there was nothing he could do, that my friend should transfer the deal to me since I live here to use another time, and then he walked away. WALKED AWAY. As two people from the food industry/managerial positions, we both found this to be extremely unprofessional, especially due to all of the mishaps from the moment we walked in. We ended up paying over $40 for cold food and terrible customer service. This will not be an establishment I would bring my friends to nor recommend.
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Michelle P.
I used to love this place. We got there and we're seated outdoors. I took a bit of time to get waters. Finally a waitress came and asked us for drink orders. We ordered the mini muffins as well, we were told twice that they ran out of certain types. We finally got our muffins. We tried the chocolate, blueberry and "chocolate cappuccino" which ended up being banana nut. We were told they didn't have those. We waited another 5 mins for silverware and saucers only for one saucer to be dirty. She came back to take our orders I ordered the green juice with kale, pineapple, spinach, lemon. It was good and served cold, frothy and yummy. I also ordered the lox and bagel. It came on a platter although it's listed under the sandwiches. I would only complain that their menus had else much food a dirt on them. I hope they see this and clean their menus. I can only imagine how many germs on waiting there. Overall the food was fine, but they need to work on their customer services.
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Keana R.
Food is delicious, but the customer service is lacking badly. I took my mom a few weeks ago who was in from NC because their brunch was amazing. Our experience was that of a fast food restaurant. Our waitress came to the table maybe 4 times- taking our orders, bringing water, bringing the food, and finally bringing our check. Our waters were empty and we needed extra napkins, but she was no where to be found. She checked on her other Tables, but neglected us. Upon paying for our bill, she retrieved the bill before we even got up. Most restaurants swipe them after the guests have left. She was closing the ticket out before we even left the table. Not a good look. And to her surprise, no tip was left due to poor customer service.
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Anne Z.
This is one of my favorite breakfast places, second to The Pancake House of course. I always get the same thing everytime I come here, yes I know I need to expand my palate and try new things but why fix what isn't broke!? I order the chicken and waffles, it's not on the menu but they have it! It is amazing, it comes with a large waffle, of course, and yummy fried chicken that is cooked perfectly. The chicken is the perfect amount to have with each bite of waffle, just enough! What really did me in is the gravy, it's a little peppery and creamy. I feel like I've had it with the maple syrup mixed into the gravy but this last time it was separate. Either way, they taste amazing together! I don't remember their other dishes too much but my friend loves their pancakes, they come in stacks of 4. She ordered the strawberry and cream pancakes and there was a ton of strawberries on top! Highly reccomend for breakfast food!
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Lakeshia B.
So yes I am a fan and I had not been here for years since I had brunch on a beautiful day (French toast, eggs, sausage) and decided yesterday on a beautiful Sunday that myself and my family member wanted a place to go, sit outside and enjoy some great food. I made a big mistake on this day because the place was packed (inside and out). As we walked in I expected to be told that there would be at least an hour wait for a table. But we got lucky and were seated immediately. Only there was one problem. The hostess sat us at two small stone tables and there really wasn't enough room. Luckily, the two men next to us vacated their table and we moved over. It was a perfect spot to people watch, enjoy the weather, and the sounds of music playing overhead. Our server was Doug, he seemed a bit frazzled I guess from the busy brunch and who could blame him. The kitchen we learned was moving slow and behind on almost everyone's table. It never fails when I decide to go out to eat either my food is given to me wrong, not cooked properly, or delayed in some fashion (as I watch other people get their food on time). He was quick and took our orders since we cruised the menu for some time before we were greeted by him. We knew what we wanted and put in the order quickly he again informed us that the kitchen was running behind and that he would continually check on our food. For me, I opted for an egg white omelet filled with spinach, peppers, scallions, and avocado (be forewarned that when you order a la carte like I did you will be paying $0.99 for each add on for your omelet) with 4 slices of turkey bacon (an extra $1.99), and a side field greens salad. My family member ordered the Toasted Berry salad w/ chicken (an extra $2.99) fresh baby spinach, mixed with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, tomatoes, Havarti cheeses, toasted almonds, and paired with a warm cranberry bacon dressing. Well, we put our orders in before 1200 pm (I want to say around 1130) and waited darn near an hour for our food. Now this of course was not Doug's fault but once again, as I mentioned previously, I watched as several other tables were sat, food was ordered, and placed down before ours. I started to grow annoyed and asked my family member did they want to just go ahead, cancel, and grab something else. At this point I made a mental note that brunch may not be for me here seeing as though the kitchen was so behind. Nevertheless, once the food arrived I had no complaints. The food arrived hot and well plated. The omelet was done PERFECTLY!!!!! and filled from end to end. With each fork full I put in my mouth I got every ingredient I asked for. The turkey bacon on the side could have cooked to a crisp but hey I was finally happy to be eating after such a long wait. As for the toasted berry chicken salad, my family raved about it being filling and not heavy. Towards the end of my meal I decided to order some of their honey old bay seasoned jumbo wings to go. Lets just say they were tasted great coming fresh out the kitchen. But once I got home it lost its flare and some of the chicken pieces were undercooked (I don't recommend this outside of the restaurant) Pros: THE FOOD!!!! Even though I have only visited twice on each occasion the food is fresh, piping hot, and made to perfection (I still remember how wonderful my French toast and eggs tasted after all these years). Even the dessert area caught my eye with fresh baked goodies on display and of course my favorite being red velvet cake (chose not to indulge this time but there is always a next) Service -- My waiter earned his tip it wasn't his fault the kitchen was behind. All I look for in my server is great service, get the order right, keep my glass full, and stay on the job. He did all these things Ambiance -- Not bad not bad at all. Besides the noise level the place is actually bigger on the inside with plenty of seating and has a nice size bar area that accommodates very well. They have high tops for smaller groups, booths for and large tables for larger parties. Cons: Kitchen: Look I understand I chose to come at brunch but goodness darn near an hour wait for some egg whites and a salad is just darn ridiculous to me. Not to mention my undercooked chicken wings once I got home to try to enjoy them. Now this does not deter me from every coming back like some restaurants have in the past because quite frankly the main course was scrumptious and done right. But the kitchen is going to need some work Overall I would recommend this restaurant with confidence to anyone who is looking for great food, a casual and family friendly ambiance, with wonderful service. Just be prepared to wait for your food but its worth it
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L M.
My boyfriend and I have been here for two date nights. They have a great happy hour and a wide variety of things to order from on the menu. I love the Sangria for a happy hour special and if you are a pasta/cheese lover, you will love the lobster mac n cheese.
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m g.
This used to be good place to go to , but something changed badly . I used to go with my family here at least twice a week but food got from good to bad . They mess up the orders too often , if they overcook the meal that you didn't want don't expect even apology . Time to find better place
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Kassity L.
This place has your typical American breakfast fare. They offer a few good options to choose from. I'm someone who likes to get both something sweet and savory for breakfast, so I had ordered their egg, bacon, and pancake combo. I remembered my friends also ordered a couple combos that came with a good variety. The food itself wasn't special. I had gotten my eggs over easy, and one of the eggs was slightly overdone. The bacon still had a lot of fat left in it. And I prefer my pancakes to have some chewiness to them, but these fell apart easily. The part of my meal that I enjoyed the most though were the drinks. I had gotten a blueberry banana smoothie, which was made with fresh fruits. My friend got one of their green smoothies, and while I usually hate blended greens, this smoothie actually came out pretty decent. The strong green taste of the kale and spinach was balanced out with citrus juice. I am tempted to come back to this place just to get their smoothies, but for the time and price (and this place is pricey), I'll probably take my business elsewhere.
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Lauren C.
Downtown Silver Spring has a lot of choices for happy hour and this one was not a winner. Eggspectations has a great happy hour menu. We tried their brie bruschetta and the pork quesadilla. Soooo good! The wine is a really good price and they have a full bar and good selection of beer. So why not more stars? The service was a mess. Both of the bartenders had separate groups of friends visiting them. Rather than going up to talk to them, the bartenders kept yelling across the bar to their friends (who did not order anything), sometimes while standing right in front of you. If I wanted to be in a rowdy obnoxious atmosphere, I would have chosen a different location. What bothered me the most, is that the manager made an appearance several times when the yelling was at peak levels (and distances) and he never said a thing. Unprofessional. It was very clear that others around us felt the same way. We sat with our glasses empty and had to chase someone down to order another round. The bar was not even half full at the time. On top of ALL that, there were some questionable cleanliness issues that we witnessed. One employee was making fresh orange juice, would stop and complete a non food related task, then go back to juicing without washing her hands. Then instead of using a can opener to open juice cans, the cans were being slammed against the corner of the counter. Juice sprayed all down the counter and onto the floor. It was so odd. It's really too bad. I've been trying to find a happy hour spot for when I'm in Silver Spring. Despite how good the food was it won't be here.
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Janet L.
A-Ok breakfast/brunch spot. The yolks poached eggs on my classic benedict were just the right consistency. The fries (or hash?) that came with it were a bit dry but with some ketchup, they were fine. The coffee menu is good too. They also have crepes (which come in large large portions). Overall, if you're looking for a breakfast/brunch place, come here!
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Ijene L.
I have read alot bad reviews for this place and I have NO idea what their problems are. If you have sense, you will order what's IN the TITLE. I had the EGGSUBERANT breakfast and it was EGGSACTLY that. 2 eggs over medium, perfect. 2 link sausage, thoroughly cooked, well seasoned and crispy lyonnaise style potatoes, two fluffy pancakes, two slices of tomato (grilled) and a slice of cantaloupe and orange, all EGGSecuted beautifully. I also had a huge cinnamon roll and a side of the best cheese grits I've had this close to the Mason-Dixon line. The food came quickly and without flaw. Servers were adequate. I had a Winter Mimosa (champagne and cranberry) and it was delicious and complimented the breakfast WELL! Oddball decor aside, which I didn't really get, I thought it was clean, lively and I was sat next to a fireplace which I really liked. I have nada bad to say about this place, and now that I've sufficiently used the prefix EGGS just enough to be considered douchey, I'll leave you with my final thought which is, if you go to a place with EGGS in the name, order breakfast for crying out loud and you'll be in good shape. :) I'll definitely be back.
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Brandon B.
I've been to Eggspectations on many occasions. One of the go-to restaurants in downtown Silver Spring, Eggspectations is a nice place to relax for a moment while enjoying a meal. They offer an extensive menu and fair prices. The few times I've been, I've always been seated and served in a timely manner. I've never had an issue with the service, or food not meeting standards. For a typical chain restaurant, the food isn't anything to rave about, but it will do for a meal on the go. Overall, Eggspectations is ok by me.
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Jean Ann F.
Eggspectation is delicious, their insanely large menu is well, Cheesecake Factory-ish. Their menu boasts an amazing selection of breakfast items as well as traditional American bistro lunch and dinner fare. If you have several types of 'eaters' at your table this would be a good choice. You can low carb here easily and they have great low fat options. Oh, let's not forget Happy Hour specials-this place has a great full bar too!
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Cherelle H.
Came here on a Saturday at about 10:30am and it was not terribly crowded. We got seated immediately and looked at the extensive menu in awe. I ordered the Banana French Toast which was really good the coffee was decent. Our waiter was OK, nothing spectacular. It took him a long time to come back to the table and give us our check. Overall it was a decent experience.
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Alyssa A.
I came here with my boyfriend on Friday night. There was a few people in there but most of the tables were empty. I ordered the honey mustard chicken burger and he ordered the vegetable omelette. We were both really happy with what we ordered. The service was good, however the check took a second to figure out because of my groupon. She said they normally like you to spend the $30. Then she realized that she didn't include my iced tea and once we added that in we were over $30. They have good variety on their menu so next time I'd like to try something new. Good experience overall.
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Duke J.
In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring, MD is One of the best places to come for Happy Hour! HANDS DOWN!!! Actually, keep your hands securely around your glass because........well because........JUST BECAUSE!! Ok, so this is definitely a breakfast joint, specializing in all types of, you guessed it - EGGS! But honestly I have never been in here for breakfast. This location was always neutral for the homies to rendezvous after work. Happy Hour is from 3-7pm and if you're cool enough, sometimes 7-thurddy. But I ain't one to gossip........you know how it goes! Came here this past summer when I was visiting home (Washington D.C.) and met with my homegirl for a quick drink and a bite, along with intriguing catch-up type conversation. We had a blast! It made me reminisce of endless times I spent here after work with homies from around the way..... The location is split into two main sections. Upon entry (to your left) is the dining area, very spacious with plenty of tables but not from the looks has a feeling of potential claustrophobia. Folks in LA might be used to the elbow-to-elbow type seating in some joints and this place is no different. Now! On the right side of the room is where you will find ME & ALL MY PEOPLE!!! The bar wraps around the left side of the space with ample bar stool seating room as well as high raised tables & dine in booth to accommodate all sizes of after-work parties. For me The Hefeweizen is absolutely the best go to beer here! A tall boy for under $4!! Ahhhhhhhhhh the life! I truly miss this place. Definitely a mid 20's to early 30's kind of after work spot that has a few locals that host as regulars and your occasional belligerent outlandish show-offs buying rounds for their respective crews. I've bumped into plenty of people from High School, my neighborhood, even folks I went to Church with I would see here. If you grew up in this area (like me) than you know that it is inevitable to run into someone you know. In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring it is just bound to happen. Appetizers are HALF OFF and they have a lot of delectable choices from Chicken Strips to Sliders to Quesadillas! All types of eats and drinks during happy hour with deals that make you wonder...... "How in the fcuk are they making any money!!!" There are just too many good things going on here. Next time I'm back east I'll definitely have to give breakfast a try. However, I might just wind up at the bar though!
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Keith S.
I must ask who are these people giving such positive reviews. The place is often under staffed my first time here I was ignored for forty minutes. getting anyone's attention was a chore. my second time I ordered beer and food got them and closed out my tab immediately.. Later I ordered one last beer. When I got the tab for it a different server gave me the tab. They tried to charge me for the previous ordered I had already paid for. I had the receipt to show that the purchase was already made. Overall, this experience was not so great. It has been a few months since this occurred, but I would be wary when going here. The items on the menu are a bit overpriced.
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Leslie M.
3.5 stars for the food. The food is decent and they have a large selection. The 4th star is for customer service. In a time when the focus on great customer service seems to be on the decline, I was surprised by the level of service that we experienced this morning. The first crab benedict that my girlfriend got was cold. She hates sending food back. Immediately, the manager noticed that we weren't happy and approached our table, apologized and brought out a new benedict within 4 minutes. Appreciating the level of service. I'll go back.
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Laura H.
My boyfriend and I met his friend and his wife for a late Saturday brunch here and I had a very enjoyable experience. Located in downtown Silver Springs, this is the perfect spot to sit outside and people watch. Obviously with the name of the restaurant, you'd expect a breakfast- particularly with eggs- theme here which did not disappoint. First, walking in, I noticed the door handles were in the shape of whisks- how cute! They have a large inside dinning room and a substantial outdoor seating area as well. Our party of four chose to sit outside since it was such a beautiful afternoon. We were greeted quickly and our service was very friendly and efficient throughout our meal. It was attentive without being intrusive- just what I hope for when dining out. Now, back to the food and drinks...... They have a rather extensive mimosa and Bloody Mary menu in addition to several non alcoholic smoothies. Our friends each ordered up a green smoothie while my boyfriend I and decided on mimosas- the traditional for him and the tropical for me. I really enjoyed mine, although I'd say it was light on the alcohol, but it did have the coconut and pineapple flavors in it as promised in the drink description. As for the food, breakfast reigns supreme here, although they did also gave an assortment of sandwiches, burgers, appetizers, and entrees- the lobster mac and cheese is on my list for my next visit. All four of us ordered variations of omlettes, which come with toast and lyonnaise potatoes. The toast was all brought in one basket, and I didnotice the cinnamon raisin I ordered wasn't in there- replaced with some variation of white. I didn't care since I never touched it, however, if I had received my correct toast I would have taken at least a bite. I, along with my boyfriend, chose the mix and match omlette. You can choose a meat inside (bacon, sausage,ham, turkey bacon, or turkey sausage) and cheese (Swiss or cheddar). I chose to have turkey sausage and Swiss, also substituting egg whites for $1.79 and substituting the potatoes for fresh fruit for $2.49. I wish places would typically let you substitute egg whites for no charge but $1.79 isn't horribly expensive. The fresh fruit was highly worth the price- strawberries, blueberries, honeydew, cantaloupe , pineapple, bananas, and mango, all super fresh and sweet, in addition to being a large portion of fruit. My omlette was tasty- I really liked the flavor of the turkey sausage- a little peppery, which I enjoy. My boyfriend enjoyed his regular omlette with cheddar and turkey bacon. The potatoes were more like potato rounds cooked with onions, unlike lyonnaise potatoes from a popular breakfast spot in my hometown of Pittsburgh. These potatoes looked far better than the Pittsburgh ones! Our friends enjoyed their omlettes also and I noted the southwestern omlette one of them ordered was chock full of salsa and avocados- it looked delicious! I hope I have an opportunity to return here as they have such a huge menu and all of it sounds amazingly delightful!
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Elle Z.
Service was slow. It took quite a while to get our smoothie drinks (which were good and more smoothie than juice - so good), and a Ceasars salad was forgotten until the main dishes came out. That does not take into account the foooooooddddddd that took a while. When it got here, it was alright. Not bad. But I was dissapointed the potato pancakes were more patty than authentic shredded potatoes. Plus they didn't have applesauce for them. The menu looks pretty imaginative considering almost all dishes are egg based. Our friend said he likes this place and normally.there is a long wait, so I assume many people have a better experience. I, personally, wouldn't come here again.
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Irvin F.
This place was strongly recommended by friends so I decided to give it a shot. I came here with my girlfriend around 11am on Friday which isn't much of a busy period for this location from what I've heard. We were greeted with a friendly hostess & was quickly seated to our delight. Our assigned server was pleasant at first but seemed very preoccupied. Me and my girlfriend started by ordering lattes & our server quickly took down our order & left us around 11:15. We waited about 10 minutes & saw her pass by. We gave her a friendly reminder about our order & she gave us a dry response. We waited once again another 10 minutes for our lattes & saw her attending other parties that were seated after us & quickly attending to their needs. So I called her over & reminded her again. She gave us a blank glare & walked away. So it was about 11:50 where we decided it was not worth the wait no longer & left. We were both very disappointed from our experience & will try again in the near future.
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Miss Maggie C.
While I do like the food they have here, there were many other things that contributed to the less than average stars I gave them. 1. The price. Each breakfast dish is pretty expensive, in my opinion. 2. The wait times. It took 10 minutes for someone to take our order. After taking our order, the waiter came back after 10 minutes to tell us the kitchen was out of one of the items and we had to change our order. Then, it took another 40 miinutes after ordering for our food to arrive. This was at 8pm, when there was pretty much very few tables taken. I have come to this place 3 times, and the wait to get our food is always this long. One time we went with friends before I had a class down the street at Maryland Youth Ballet. We were there an hour before my class. Our food didn't arrive before class, so my friends had to get mine to go for me to eat after class. 3. The service. My husband didn't like the sauce that came for his chicken and waffles, so he requested regular syrup. We waited and it never came. We then had to ask someone else for the syrup. Our waters were never refilled until we were done with our meals. The manager apologized to us when our food came out, since it had taken so long. She offered us dessert. Our dessert took too long to come, so we walked to the front after paying to pick it up in a to go box. Upon arriving home and opening the box, they gave us the wrong dessert. -_-
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Chandani C.
I've been to this location a few times over the years and have usually had a great experience. This time, I ordered my usual - Waffle Benedict. When the plate arrived at the table there was a piece of hair just chillin on the eggs. I called the server back and showed him the hair. He took the plate back and sent over a manager who apologized to us and said they will re-make my plate for me. He also gave me two vouchers for a free smoothie on my next visit. Other than that, the service was pretty good. We had to wait around 20 minutes for a table, but that was expected since we went on a Saturday afternoon.
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Natasha C.
This place was right on time! I was visiting the area and staying at a hotel nearby. While in the city I had no transportation, but luckily everything was right around the corner. Literally. Before I departed, I decided to grab a bite. I walked less than 10 minutes from my hotel. Eggspectation has an awesome name, which is what made me choose it from the other options. The menu is vast. The brunch selections are amazing. I decided to have the Vegetable Omelet with potatoes and toast. I enjoyed it a lot. The atmosphere was also very vibrant. You could wait to be seated or sit at the bar area immediately. There was plenty of seats indoor and outdoor. I would have sat outside, but the temperature was a little cool for my liking. The waitress was amazing. She handled the area very well. The place was swarming with people and I was seated in a section where people could plop down at anytime and no one had to wait before she got to them. Overall, I'd love to eat here for diner and drinks. Next visit!
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Elizabeth K.
I used to enjoy coming here, and maybe I just hit at a bad time of the day (12:45 on a Saturday) but the bar was dirty (not wiped down), there was food on the floor, and it took forever to get anyone to even bring me a menu (actually I was in the process of moving seats when the bartender was bringing a menu up). I ended up moving seats because the woman next to me was on a very loud conference call, and was surprised when the bartender didn't bring the menu two seats over where I moved, so I was then menu-less again. Alas, I walked out and won't be coming back. Bummer because Eggspectation used to be a good spot!
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Raye F.
Sigh! I was excited about this experience, but so let down by service and overall taste. Slurped down my mimosa in anticipation of enjoying 2, but once the service went downhill with several orders missing items and abandoned menu items that were previously ordered for the kitchen to prepare...I lost my "buzz." The manager was apologetic, but didn't have a stellar attitude. Once our server made countless mistakes, things were awkward. One could tell that she was embarrassed and the last thing she wanted to do was continue to serve us. I felt bad for her because we weren't rude or unruly. They were honest mistakes, just a little too many for one table. On to the food: For some odd reason I craved French toast this particular morning(I usually eat it once a year). I ordered EGGSTRAVAGANZA* two any-style eggs(scrambles with cheese), two slices of brioche French toast with maple syrup, turkey sausage, and Lyonnaise-style potatoes. for $13.49 Now this may sound like an awesome meal, but it was nothing to shout about. I was underwhelmed. It didn't meet any expectations that I had about it being amazing. The location is perfect, but I doubt I will return to dine. not so happy :/
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Maria C.
Very busy and a bit loud for me but the food and service was awesome !
First off I would like to say that I LOVE the Eggspectation in Ellicott City. My parents were in town and were were closer to this one and wanted to take them. BAD IDEA. I knew that the one in Ellicott gave 50% discount to military so I thought that maybe the offer that to law enforcement as well and when I asked the server she looked at us like we were crazy. And she said they only give 10% discount to military here. We ordered the chicken and waffles and the waffle was soggy and so was the fried chicken and it came with a weird gravy that we did not touch after tasting it. The poached eggs on the benedict we ordered were wayyyyy overcooked. I mean the yolk was not runny AT ALL. We were going to send them back but our server NEVER came to check on us and we never even saw here to wave her down. And the biscuits and gravy was meh. Not very tasty. We all ordered coffee and towards the end of our meal we finally spot our server and ask her for refills but she NEVER came back. Then we were just sitting and talking and so we asked her again for coffee and she didn't even remember she was suppose to bring us some before. If you get a chance, the Eggpspectation in Ellicott is worth going to but I don't know what this place was. AVOID!
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Michael B.
Sadly the vegetable omelette was very underwhelming. It was very watery and had no flavor. Perhaps a penalty for not adding cheese? Anyway, I was excited and looking forward to a solid omelette. I got some watery veggies and an overlooked egg. To boot the potatoes were cold and flavorless. It's rare for me to write this type of review but I had no choice.
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Kelli C.
Visited with friends a week or so ago, had the biscuits and gravy which were eggselent!!!! The waiter was nice and honest when helping me choose something, I appreciated that since the price point is so high!
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Jackson C.
Of course as anyone would imagine or wonder- 'Does the name of the restaurant mean that everything has eggs in it?!' Not eggxactly! hehehehehe However, that doesn't mean you can't find EGG items on the menu. But you should at least try their egg special deals. Yes, I am a fan of this wonderful restaurant! The sad thing is, It has taken me a few years to add my review...(to my fans and readers) forgive me. My career has its banner seasons and this is where I have been for a while. Enough of all of that- this is supposed to be a review of this restaurant. hehehehehe Moreover, this restaurant has become of my favorite spots in the Silver Spring, MD downtown area. My first visit there was a few years ago with my wonderful friend (Girl friend) Geneva Renee. ;) Beautiful young lady and a wonderful singer. Anyway, we met up there to have brunch. We had a great time hanging out and the brunch was great! Now, because it was a few years back, I can't elaborate on the specifics of the meal and the service...I believe I had an Omelette, can't remember. Hehehe Anywayz- I've been back and continue to go back to have meetings and other meetups. The environment is wonderful, the atmosphere of the diverse customers are decent and respectful. The servers have always been polite and kind. Love the FIREPLACE they have there...gives you a home filling. Love how this restaurant is divided into three sections. 1. Bar side, 2. Dinning side, 3. Kitchen side. Bar is for the Happy hour peeps and the loud peeps. lol. The Dinning side is for people like me! Who like to have conversations and eat. The Kitchen side is for people who need something else going on while they eat. Hehehehee Okay, I'm writing this review to share info about the restaurant. Okay, so, I went back last week to meet up with a friend. (Who was LATE!) Okay, so while I was waiting on my party, I was greeted by Rachael who was our server. She was cute and polite. Of course they always ask if you'd like a drink and of course I always begin with water and lemons. (love that acquired taste) Next time I'll ask for cucumbers and lemons. Once my friend arrived, can you guess what I said? Hehehe, you guessed it- I said, "well, I've been EGGspecting you! Hehehehehe Anywayz, while I was waiting I got a chance to browse the menu and decided to have the Apple Cider Beer and it was light and delicious. I am a Stella man but I didn't want to go all out that evening. Now I didn't go all out on my meal because I knew that I was there to play catch up with my friend and not to chow down. So, I ordered a Greek Salad with Chicken but it was okay...not that great of a Greek Salad. But this was not a deal breaker. 3.5 I plan to return for the 4 top reasons listed above. I would like to encourage you to make this your stop when you visit the downtown silver spring area.
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Danny M.
Pretty good service & atmosphere. Good was delicious also. I went on a Saturday morning which I think is a solid day to go & get a quality seat. Can really bring the family or just do the date thing here. Nice establishment
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Michael L.
Place is fantastic, food is delicious and service is awesome. I don't get to come here often being that I live in New York, but it is always a stop when I come down
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Tracey J.
I was invited to a meeting over brunch with one of my colleagues and today the place was Eggspectation... and unfortunately this one did not meet my Eggspectations. I ordered a gingerbread latte (tasty) and the Strawberry Blonde crepe (with whipped cream) and a side order of bacon. Not sure where the error was, with the server or the kitchen, but I had to remind her that I'd asked for both bacon and whipped cream. My dining companion ordered the J'eggsbayala pasta and asked for "no red peppers" .... What do you think she got? A dish loaded with red peppers. She sent it back to have it remade and it didnt look so hot when it came back. She said it was bland and barely ate a third of it. I also noted the distinct flavor of onion toward the end of my crepe, and I'd bet money that whatever utensil was used to plate my crepe had been used immediately prior to plate an order of those lyonnaise potatoes or something. Not cool. I was hoping for a lot more and I don't think I'll be back. Sorry guys!
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Sabrina H.
I gave 2 stars because of the customer service. My husband and I have been coming to this restaurant the last 7 months, and the last 2 visits, including this one has been horrible. Our orders were always screwed up, then they tried to not serve my husband alcohol because his Virginia LIcense was vertical, but he is 24 years old AND has been buying alcoholic drinks from this same restaurant previous times without them giving us problems. The manager tried to explain this horrible reasoning how it's the law now in Maryland to not serve alcohol to vertical ID holders... That's BS because we never had any issues anywhere else in DC and MD. Then I am served coffee, not the tea i asked for. My husband waited for his appetizer for 30 minutes, which was just onion rings. There were egg shells in my scrambled eggs. Our servers never asked how the food was, didn't say you're welcome, and on top of that we had to ask for silverware and water after we received our food! I don't know what's going on with this place, but I'm upset because I love the food here...we are not coming back. Finding a new breakfast/brunch spot to be our favorite. Eggspectation in Silver Spring, get your customer service on point, because it sucks. And good food or not, it's not worth our time or money.
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Sara J.
We had brunch at Eggspectation the other day and the food was good. The staff that helped us looked like there were other places he would rather be and when asked about menu items, he gave unhelpful responses ("What's cafe au lait?" "A latte."). The prices are a bit high for what you get and the place was a bit dirty - food in the menus, old chocolate sauce on the syrup containers (we didn't order anything chocolate!), etc. If you don't mind traveling for brunch, honestly, go to Founding Farmers for similar prices, better food, and better servers.
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Nomin D.
We came in here to use our groupon. And it was our first time there. Ambiance is cute and comfortable. Food was okay. I got French dip, but the dip was sooooo salty that I could t eat it with my sandwich which defeated the purpose. Then, my mom got some kind of meat on rye and it wasn't well season at all. So would I come back, yes to try the happy hour. But not the food.
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Andrew G.
Based on previous reviews, I wasn't expecting much when I went. However, I had a Groupon $15 for $30 worth of food/drinks, and was in the mood for something different, so off I went. The ambience definitely needs work. The restaurant smelled a bit funny (but then again, I'm a bit sensitive to smells, so YMMV), and the whole place just felt a bit neglected and in need of some TLC. However, the service was very good. The waitress was friendly, listed her recommendations, and smiled. The food was delicious! Much better than IHOP, that's for sure. I had the mix-n-match omelette and strawberry pancakes. The strawberries piled on top of the pancakes were incredibly fresh, and the pancakes were just right - warm, soft, fresh. The sausage omelet was fresh and cooked just right. The strawberry-banana smoothie was delicious and healthy. Would I go again? Probably. Silver Spring's a bit out of the way, but more likely, yes. I just wish they could improve the environment and clean the restaurant up a bit. Five stars. This place has exceeded my expectations.
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Karen S.
Very overpriced for very mediocre breakfast food. I paid about $20 (including tip) for the "Oy Veg," which was potato pancakes with freakishly tasteless tomatoes (this is tomato season, for goodness' sakes), two eggs and apple sauce. The apple sauce was listed as "Chef's fruit garnish" on the menu, which is bizarre. I thought it meant there would be actual fruit. What's wrong with just calling it apple sauce? I also got a cafe au lait that didn't taste remotely of coffee. It looked pretty, though. Maybe at half the price I'd come back? Eh, maybe not. The only redeeming thing was our waitress, who very nicely gave us separate checks for all six of us.
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Laura P.
We came here for Saturday brunch and were surprised to be seated when we arrived (e.g. No normal Saturday brunch time wait)! From the beginning, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The menu has great options for vegetarians and those who require a gluten-free menu. I ordered the Greek yogurt, fruit and granola and the portion sizes were perfect for a morning appetite. The only reason I couldn't give five stars was the wait for the toast (for my boyfriend) and my order was incorrect the first time and it took more that a minute or two to resolve it. Oh, and parking in the Wayne garage is free on Saturday. Winning. Update: my second bowl of granola was better than the first. My new favorite place for homemade granola. Perfectly crispy, sweet and delicious roasted almonds.
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Kurt G.
Not from around the area so I yelped a good breakfast spot. I was not let down. The food was delicious and my server was top notch. I came in early and he went above and beyond what a typical server would do! Very energetic and knowledgeable about the menu. Made great recommendations and also told me a little bit about the area. The food was delicious. You may think it's hard to mess up eggs but they truly care about presentation and expectations. I didn't want the choice of baked beans so my server eagerly suggested and extra side to replace! Great choice!!!
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Heidi M.
Never been here before but lived right around the block. Looks like I found my new regular brunch spot! I had the Southwest Benedict and it was stunning. They have an amazing gluten free selection here too, as well as some rocking mimosas. Lovely menu selection that is all very well "egg"secuted!
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Matt G.
In town for a show, my group and I were looking for someplace in walking distance to grab a quick dinner. Some members of our group had more sensitive stomachs / palates and probably wouldn't have appreciated going to a curry house or Lebanese, so we erred on the side of caution and came here. It looked busy and the menu was varied enough that we all could find something. First off, this place is definitely geared towards the egg lover, as you can probably tell from the name - omelets and burgers are prominent on the menu. If something on the menu doesn't have eggs in it, you can probably add it (for a price). Not really feeling the whole egg thing at that time of day, I opted for a burger with brie and mushrooms, a combination I've grown to absolutely love. When asked how I'd like it cooked, I asked for medium rare, preferably rare - I wanted pink. I was a little shocked to see that my $12+ hamburger didn't come with anything aside from a small portion of fries, but chalked it up to being in the middle of a city. After a bit the food came out, I cut my burger in half, aaand... it was hockey pucked'. Brown all the way through and a tad on the dry side. Normally I wouldn't complain about that, but if I'm paying that much for a hamburger, it'd better be cooked properly. The waitress saw my disappointment and offered to have them replace it, so props up to her. A few minutes later and I got my replacement, which was obviously rushed through the kitchen (it looked like a Smashburger, they pressed it to make it cook faster). They at least managed to cook my replacement to something near medium, and the meat was a decent quality, although the whole thing was utterly swimming in grease. The brie worked well as it always does, and the mushrooms were - uh - being mushrooms I guess. Overall, it was an OK meal brought down by the fact that it was rather pricey for what you got, and the fact that they kinda screwed up one of the easiest things in the world to make - a hamburger. No discounts for the mistake, just a few extra french fries. Couple this with the fact that it was kind of expensive makes this a place I probably wouldn't return to. BurgerFi down the street gave me an equivalent burger and was half the price.
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Carson K.
I ate here once while staying in Silver Spring over spring break. I must say this is the best breakfast and service I have had in my life! Awesome staff!
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Brittney B.
I recently visited here for the 1st time and it will be my last visit. I was disappointed with the food and the service. I was with a party of 7, we ordered drinks from the bar. Our meals came before our drinks and the drinks were watered down. The manager tried to make amends by giving us each ice cream, which was served without spoons. Was given a voucher for a free smoothie, which I will probably give away. I expected better. #sadlydisappointed
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Nathania C.
Watch out for that bag tax! They charged us 6.50 in bag tax for food we ate there and didn't take any leftovers of (equivalent of 130 bags as bag tax in MD is 5 cents per). We caught it and they said "it happens all the time" and they couldn't fix it so they comped our appetizer. Sounds like a lot of other customers are overcharged and they don't check the receipts before giving them out! Additionally they charged more than the MD 9 percent tax for alcohol (14.49 in drinks and they charged 1.89 tax... that's 13 percent!) Food was ok, it was rich without any exciting or bold flavors, we weren't really excited by the Bayou Benedict or the Eggspectation Burger (which was ordered medium rare and came out medium well) the Firecracker Shrimp was pretty good if you're willing to risk being scammed by false taxes on the final bill.
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Ari H.
I have been to this place couple of times and everytime i come.. They mess up my order or something. I know forsure that i wont be coming back to this location.They need to improve their customer service!! I'm always served runny eggs when i tell them i want them well done. Last time, my husband and i were seated but the waitress didn't showup for 20mins... People next to us who were seated after us were served first... Then our order was placed on the table next to us and vice versa...coffee and toast were served when i was done eating most of my food. Never again. I've had it with this place. Please do yourself a favor.. If you really want to enjoy your meal then go elsewhere.
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Rob G.
We went there for a wedding rehearsal dinner and they claimed the air conditioning was on but the whole party was sweating and we all had to change our clothes after. I will not ever visit this restaurant again it was extremely uncomfortable and I almost passed out from heat exhaustion.
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Zariah G.
Stopped in to grab a late breakfast. My overall review= Meh. No silverware, no water serviced, server brought incorrect drink order. Mimosas were warm. The food is ok but not for the price or for the service. The other tables near ours receive incorrect or cold food. I hope it's an off day- but we won't be back.
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Keke W.
Love this place! Great food and staff! Always a pleasant experience when I go here!! The lobster and shrimp grits is addictive! Lol
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Steven A.
While I've been back on numerous occasions since my first review, the food has held up its end. Hence the two star ratings. The service however... Completely different story. For a restaurant to be situated in the middle of a bustling fast paced city, the speed of service severely lacks. We happened to enter on a more busier time of day (breakfast), but this is what they're known for, and if eggs are your biggest marketing ploy, it's only right to take care of customers at breakfast time no? Other diners and breakfast places don't seem to have this problem. Our waitress seemed preoccupied and extremely forgetful during our sitdown. I clocked her 6:30 seconds to get cream for my coffee which was borderline out of steam. This was her fastest time of the entire service. Call me crazy, but that's absolutely unacceptable for its location. Must get better.
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Sean P.
For those new to Eggspectation, it's pretty much exactly what the name implies: eggs. Eggs on everything. Eggs EVERYWHERE! Cooked, boiled, poached, sliced and diced onto and into pretty much everything you could imagine. And for those who hate our little ovumy friends, they offer plenty of options without (such as burgers, salads). The food was good, and the menu just as ever-extensive as I remember it. I got one of their specialty omelets, and it was fantastic. Cooked well, not greasy our waitress really accommodating to our special requests (side of salsa and lettuce wraps instead of buns on my wife's turkey burger). For the most part, everything tasted well and was enjoyable. I've been to the Eggspectation in Chantilly, VA several times before, and had some great experiences. Not so much here. The menu I received was covered in grease, with food splattered and crusted onto the pages, pages sticking together or torn. When you feel like you need to wash your hands after touching the menu that's generally not a good sign. Service as slow, especially towards refills or general check-ins. Once the food arrived, one of my compadre's burger was over cooked (he'd asked for medium rare). His replacement burger came out rather fast, but was hastily cooked, dripping with grease unlike the original. It was clearly rushed from the kitchen. I give them credit on trying to make things right (and fast) but the end result was just as disappointing (especially given I'd recommended the place to him). TL;DR: the food was good, but I've been to much, much better Eggspectations.
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M C.
It was an alright late lunch. But considering the name, I really would've expected the eggs to be better. They came out limp & cold, no fluffy scramble for me. Clearly the off-peak chef knew these were subpar, & hid them on my plate beneath a MOUNTAIN of delicious hot potatoes. Confusing. And now a weird story: Strangely, two ladies at the opposite corner of the room from me were playing music on a cell phone to be *just* louder than the overhead restaurant music. Not only one song, but for the entire time they were there. The staff didn't do anything about this noise pollution, so two tables near me left grumbling. Has anyone else encountered these unwelcome DJs?
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Christina S.
They don't do bottomless mimosas, and the mimosas they do serve are just a gulp of orange juice. Not worth the price, given the size and lack of alcohol. Eggspectation is particularly nice in the sun, because you can sit outside and watch the little kids freak out about the water shooting out of the ground about 10 feet away. I got some form of eggs benedict, which was tasty and just filling enough, but Eggspectation is really fairly expensive for the quality and the amount of food that you get.
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nancy c.
The food is quite good, and the breakfast selection is varied. I especially like the wide selection of specialty coffee drinks. But the real star are the breakfasts potatoes. The ambiance is also very nice. Not your average breakfast place. Very charming. The only downside is the price. It is quite expensive for what you get. We go for a treat once in a while.
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Judy A.
This place is awesome for brunch with friends!! The food is great! The service was fantastic! The decor is like something straight out of a Harry Potter movie. I loved it! The only draw back is the long wait. Make a reservation and you're set! Great place for brunch with friends!
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Annie L.
Had a surprisingly wonderful evening here as it's been about 5 years since we have been back and so much had changed since our first experience so-so experience. The menu has changed, their food was delicious and fresh, the best appetizers were the berry salad and brie crostini. I had the waffle Benedict and husband had the burger, which were also good. Had an awesome organic mighty leaf tea selection too! Pricing was a bit on the high end, but the service was what made it memorable, Brianna was absolutely friendly and gave great food recommendations, making our experience worthwhile even near closing time and she even gave us free smoothie coupons for us to come back next time. 11/29 updating my review, second time back, service and food downgraded from last time.. down rating stars, sorry disappointed in the chicken and waffles, but green monster smoothie made it up
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Kristen B.
Delicious, but not out of this world. The atmosphere is nice and the wait staff is OK. I've been there twice now and both the servers I had seemed inexperienced but friendly. The prices were fair I think for what you get. Anyway I'd go back for breakfast or brunch if your looking for a nice spot to take someone to, fair prices, and great location in downtown silver spring. Plus if you love eggs benedict (like me) they have over 8 varities !
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Kit W.
Overall the food is very average. Similar to a chain restaurant. The desserts look much better than they taste and the entrees can be a little pricey for the flavor of the dish.
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Tianna S.
Yuckity yuck yuck. I wish I liked this restaurant because so many people come to eat here. I've been a few times and sadly, I'm just very unimpressed. The service may be with a smile, but it's always slow. Today, we were helped by another server(not at our request) and I could feel the looks from the original server who's table we were holding up. I had the Lobster Benny and it was okay, but of course, I "eggspected" much better quality of lobster meat. The potatoes have never let me down and I ate most of them. My poached egg was cooked perfectly, so yes, they can make a good egg. Hooray.
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Romel M.
This place has a bad infestation of ROACHES look at your food before you eat it and look closely at your drink too, they have roaches everywhere
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Tom C.
Had the Chesapeake eggs Benedict. Overall pretty good but nothing extraordinary. Need to try out more of the menu before I can really give this place a proper review.
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Gray S.
1 because I love the food and I think they have the best Bloody Mary in the DMV. THE SERVICE HOWEVER SUCKS. I'd give 4 stars for everything but service. However this is a review after many visits and sadly I just expect the bad service . Today though the server literally pushed us out the door and my children were far from done eating. At the table less than 30 minutes. I won't be back. 1 star because food is only part of the experience, the service makes the experience and memory.
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Patreace T.
This was the first time I've experienced Eggspectation. My friend told me it was great but she had never been to the one in Silver Spring. There was a 30 minute wait which on a weekend could be expected. Once we sat down though and ordered there was another long wait for our food to come. When the food came out it was not hot. We didn't have silverware yet and my friends food which came with toast didn't have it. We asked about it and it was never brought. Then when we told our waitress again she said she would bring it but my friend was already done with her other food. The food was ok but it wasn't a great first impression I am not pressed to go back or tell anyone else to go. I had Eggstravaganza with French toast, bacon, scrambled eggs and potatoes. It was enough food to fill me up but maybe I will try a different location in the future.
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Hengxuan H.
Terrible service, dirty plates and silverware, but worst of all the food was not even fresh (tasted literally like used table cloth). Will never visit this place again.
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Rebecca F.
Left after being ignored for 15 minutes when there were only 4 other tables occupied. Skip this restaurant and spend your money elsewhere!
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Vicki K.
I came here for the first and last time today. My french toast flambe was good, soggy but good. The service was terrible. My server never came to check to see how everything was. When I asked where the restrooms were, I was pointed to them after her back was turned to me. I am new in town and trying to find new and good places to eat.
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Mya W.
I ordered the Eggsuberant meal and it was not good at all. The pancakes weren't fluffy and had too much confectioners sugar on it. The eggs weren't cooked correctly I asked for over easy and they were a little hard cooked and the potatoes were awful!!!! Bland, overcooked and tasteless(lacking serious seasoning). The turkey bacon was good. My waiter was disinterested and not attentive. Had to call him on his behavior. He was cool with it and he became more attentive. Although when I ordered the potatoes I asked for some grilled onions with it. Didn't come with the meal, he went and got it on the side. He bought a whole grilled onion, it was ridiculous. Didn't like the food at all. A waste of money.
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Racquel C.
I've only had their breakfast ... and it's been consistently been good. Nothing spectacular, but consistently good.
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Marios D.
Good spot for breakfast. Contains the standard fare of items including a selection of omelettes and egg items. Had the omelette with Canadian bacon and tomato and cheddar cheese. It was cooked a little too much, with limited cheese and sparingly added bacon. Tasted OK though and the potatoes were sweet with the onion adding more sweetness. Coffee was weak and not quite hot enough - it was a COLD day. Overall an OK spot for breakfast.
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Marie S.
love the food! That have so much that it is so hard to make a decision! Everyone is so friendly and the taste of the food is totally yummy! Could be a little bit cheaper but it's ok because you'll get huge dishes.
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Michelle G.
I happened to visit this restaurant twice in one weekend. Once for brunch on a Saturday and once for dinner on a Sunday. After this disappointing double-dose, let's just say I don't "eggspect" to be visiting this restaurant again any time soon. Why did I go twice in one weekend if it was so disappointing you may ask? Well, I purchased a Groupon but didn't read the fine print - it had to used after 3PM. So we went once for breakfast and the next day for dinner (in order to use the Groupon). For starters, the bathrooms were pretty messy and kind of dysfunctional. For example, on my second visit the paper towel dispensers were just hanging open and none of the soap dispensers worked. Instead, someone had filled up a large kitchen squirt bottle with soap and left that on the counter. It was as if the manager just couldn't bothered with figuring out how to refill the soap or paper towel dispensers. At least the toilet paper dispensers were working. Secondly, the service was slow. On a Sunday night, the restaurant wasn't busy, but it still took a good 25 minutes for us to get our food. The server never checked on us after we received our food. Also, there was a really loud, really drunk lady sitting near us who could barely stand up. She kept raising her voice at her dining companion in a way that kind of demanded attention. Since we were the only ones sitting nearby, I guess management didn't think it was enough of a disturbance to ask her to leave. Actually, I never saw the manager, so who knows, maybe they just didn't care. Finally, the food wasn't good. On the Sunday evening, the salad I ordered was filled with some really limp, sad-looking lettuce and discolored cherry tomatoes. I was really disappointed and decided to wait for the server to come back so that I could send it back. Well, she never showed up and I didn't feel like roaming around the restaurant with my wretched little salad in hand, so I just ate the good parts (avocado, kalamata olives) and left the rest on the plate. It wasn't until after I left that I realized: Hey, that $13 salad was supposed to have CHICKEN on it! I am really kicking myself now for not realizing this at the restaurant. The fries on my husband's plate were stale. All in all, I didn't have a great "eggsperience" here and think it's a bit overpriced for what you're getting. Don't bother.
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Sara M.
I didn't know what to EGGSpect when I visited this restaurant. What I found was a large menu with tons of delicious breakfast treats....and bad service! The food was colorful, filling and fresh, the fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious, and the house coffee was good. Again, what really annoyed me was the bad service. We were seated and then left stranded without any wait service. It took so long for a waitress to wander over that my boyfriend had to get up and ask the hostess when we would be attended to. When a waitress did finally come, I will say that she was very friendly and apologetic. There didn't seem to be any particular reason for her tardiness, but it she made up for it by giving me the Orange juice on the house! She also put our food orders in quickly, because the food was served within ten minutes. Decor and outdoor seating are a joy, especially for breakfast. The food, again, was wonderful. Despite my bad luck with service, I would definitely come back here again and give them another try!
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Arthita G.
They tend to load up your dishes with carbs, carbs and more carbs.. potatoes and such. But you can ask them to replace it with vegetables or orzo pasta or something if you prefer. The eggs are good.
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Connie Y.
Should've gotten the eggs. After all, it's named eggspectation. BUT I didn't, and instead chose the crab cake sandwich. Ergo, I must take partial blame for the restaurant not meeting my eggspecations. For 16.99, the crab meat in the sandwich was quite sufficient; however, it was sadly too soggy and flavorless. It needed Old Bay or just more salt, which would've eggsponentially enhanced the flavor! In addition, the entree came with decent steak fries, but it was nothing to write home about. Now, the chicken avocado salad and 8oz steak and fries looked quite tasty! May have to try that next time. On a more positive note, their cafe latte was quite decent. It had a hint of cinnamon on top of the milk foam, which gave the coffee flavor a uniquely different flavor. Enjoyed it much more than my crab patty. In terms of the restaurant, the service was eggcellent and the waitress was extremely attentive, always checking whether I needed more water or more ice tea. Their attentiveness could have been due to the lack of customers, but I was perfectly satisfied w/ the bougie attention. Lastly, Eggspectation also had a sweet outdoor seating that would be perfect for a cool evening or a morning breakfast. However, the inside could use a major update. When you first walk through the double doors, it's a musty blue-colored entrance that greets you and then a glass bar of desserts on the left. Although, when you walk pass the dessert section, you'll find a bar area, which may interest you sport folks. If I came again, I would make sure to sit on the outside porch for the experience, and well...order eggs.
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Gwen L.
My husband and I were in Silver Spring last night and remembered this restaurant. We checked out the menu and decided to try it for the first time. We enjoyed being able to dine outside and listen to the live band that played across the street. What peaked my interest on the menu was the Lobster Mac and Cheese - very yummy (t I would prefer chunks of lobster instead of what seemed like minced lobster meat) but very good none the less. The garlic bread and salad that accompanied it was delicious also ! My husband ordered the Bar-b-que burger which he said was very good but messy. Our server Nolan J was excellent !! He was very attentive from start to finish. Ask for him when you go! My only complaint: THE BARTENDER - ALEXANDER T: We arrived 30 minutes before Happy Hour ended and wanted to order cocktails and an appetizer. We were told by our server that Happy Hour specials can only be ordered from the bar - so my husband went to the bar to order. ALEXANDER T places the order, my husband goes back to pay and lets the bartender know he is taking everything to our table outside. As my husband leaves the bar area he can see ALEXANDER T mocking him saying "I'm gonna take this outside". Totally Unnecessary!! Yes, we did leave a tip for him beforehand which he obviously didn't deserve at this point. Apparently - the happy hour specials are only for indoor bar consumption, which our server later explained after ALEXANDER T scolded him about it. ALEXANDER T could have just advised his customer (my husband) of the Happy Hour policy and move on to his next customer.
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Elizabeth G.
I went here with my mom for breakfast, and was not disappointed. I remember I tried Brie for the first time with apples and caramel, or something like that. It was amazing and the service was on point. I wish I had the money to go every morning!
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Andrew W.
I left here tonight extremely disappointed. After about 45 minutes of waiting, the manager approached our table and informed us that the kitchen printer was broken and it would be just a little longer before our food comes out. She kindly offered us both a discount and a free dessert. The waiter then came over and offered the same. This was genuinely appreciated. When the food did finally come out, the waiter admitted that my friend's burger had been waiting in the window and was probably cold. Ok???? Why would you even serve something you know is bad? After dinner came and went, the waiter asked if we still wanted the cake. Obviously. So, it comes time for the bill to be split and he asks who will be paying for the cake. Really? We also did not receive a discount like promised. To top it off, the waiter made a joke about our cards being charged twice, which was not well received. I don't know if this is par for the course at Eggspectation, but I certainly have no desire to try it again. There are better places to spend your money in Silver Spring other than paying $17 to wait for 3 hours.
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Gervaise L.
I've been to Eggspectation many times (the first time in Montreal) and generally have a good experience. I often get the same salad (Avocado Grilled Chicken) which is very good. They also have a really nice craft beer list that helpfully lists ABV percentages. But my last experience there was not so good in one respect. The usual dining room was closed because of lack of heat and we sat in the bar. The radio was on, playing terrible, dated pop music, and more than one TV was on with the volume up (sports and people arguing about Bill Cosby and Ebola). We asked the waiter to see if it was possible to reduce the noise to a single stream. He said he asked his manager but nothing ever came of it. This kind of noise pollution is a dealbreaker.
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Bryony B.
I was turned off from this place since I thought they just had a lot of egg things - but it turns out they actually have a good variety. I came here once or twice and it wasn't so memorable. However, this last time I really liked the menu and the vibe. I had french toast for brunch and it was really good. They also have a nice selection of cakes and pies, etc. I don't like that it always seems to be super crowded - I don't like waiting so long for a place that doesn't seem to deserve that level of commitment - but perhaps its because I'm not stuck on going somewhere in Silver Spring - and even now, there are some good places in Silver Spring if you don't get lazy. I would go back again though if friends asked - probably not on my own.
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Jalisa J.
Came here for brunch and thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was excellent. Got an omelet with potatoes and all was good. The mimosa's are extremely weak, this is not a good place to come for those in the least bit...no unlimited either...but they were not good at all so this place shouldn't have them. But the food is great!
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Anna C.
I went here last weekend to visit a friend and this was our second lunch spot on the second day of my stay. It's a diner style restaurant. I ordered a Pink Perfection smoothie, the crab cakes, and the Eggsuberant (fancy). Pink Perfection smoothie: A little too sour and water down but i still drank it all since it's healthy. It's a blend of raspberries, strawberries, yogurt and cranberry juice. Crab cakes: the crab cakes itself were small. Comes in three pieces. It was ok. Not as great as the ones i had in D.C. the day before. Eggsuberant: I was stuffed and was having food coma at the end. The eggs were cooked to my liking, over easy. The pancakes were fluffy and tasty. The sausage was oily but great. You can choose another type of meat if you don't prefer sausage. The grill potatoes are sliced in a oval shape and thin like chips. They were delicious. I think it's the best potatoes i ever tasted. It also comes with a slice of watermelon. It was alright. Service was great. Price is not too pricey. The bathroom had stalls. It was packed that day so we had to wait on line for about 20 mins.
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Renee' H.
I enjoy the outdoor seating on early mornings before it's crowded with kids in bathing suits playing in the fountain and teens loitering with nothing to do. I enjoy the food a lot better than disgusting IHOP, even though it is just your average morning fare. I hate, I mean hate, the juice. I get that's it's fresh squeezed from real oranges but what's the point in not straining it, giving you eight ounces of seeds, pulp, and stringy orange casing. So what you actually get is four ounces of juice and four ounces of trash. On top of that, it's five dollars! Which is crazy for one disgustingly rough gulp of juice. I would enjoy the fresh squeezed -what they call large (8 ounce) - glass of five dollar juice if it was at least strained and chilled before coming to the table. In all honesty, I and eggspectatiom both would be better off with a large (16oz) glass of Simply Orange or Florida's Natural from Giant supermarket.
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Kaye N.
i had visited twice in this location. the first time for bfast,it was pretty crowded and we had a 20min wait until we got seated. the ambiance was not bad. very casual. and they have a bar as well where they customers can wait. i ordered the french toast flambè with the strawberries and bananas on top. it was good but but can be overwhelmingly sweet. my boyfriend ordered the chocolate pancakes which turned out to be good as well but he said the same thing with regards to the pancakes,it was too sweet towards the end of his meal. my friend got the bagel and he loved it! the second time we visited it wasnt too crowded,twas around 3pm. we ordered steak. they where good! we also ordered the honey old bay wings(A MUST TRY!) and the mild wings. pleasant visit. staff where friendly and informative. would come back and visit again:)
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Andrea C.
The interior design and overall atmosphere is great, but I'll be speaking specifically in regards to food and service. The food is not very memorable and the standards are not very impressive. The mango burger is okay, but nothing special. There are far better burger places in the local area, so if you're planning on ordering a burger, I'd consider other places or think about ordering breakfast food. A friend of mine ordered soda and it was watered down so badly that there was no carbonation and the color was questionable. The first order of ginger ale failed. The next order of soda failed. After that, he settled with a lemonade if I remember correctly. The smoothies, which sounded amazing, are way overpriced. $7 for a smoothie that tasted the same as my homemade smoothies. My husband took a sip and looked at me and said, "They taste just like yours!" We definitely cringed when we thought about how we paid $7 for that... If you are ordering some form of cake, make sure you ask that it is a fresh slice that hasn't been exposed for hours. They take a slice of refrigerated cake that sits through the day. If you get a slice that has been exposed, expect a very stale piece of cake that surely won't satisfy.
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Cheryl R.
Strawberry pancakes were so good. Service was good. Food is good. Portions are perfect. They have a lot of choices and a bakery
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Sukari B.
Tried the sky high pancakes which was amazing. It's a tower of their pancakes with bacon and sausage in between each layer. I WAS IN HEAVEN it was so yummy. And the side of potatoes were delicious as well. I also ordered a sweet tea. It was tasty, not as sweet as what I'm used to but decent. Went here after church and it wasn't too crowded which was great since I was hungry. My best friend ordered the Yolk around the clock. She enjoyed it and says it was good for the most part although she had a few disappointing moments with the eggs. Overall I would definitely come back here =)
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Roman K.
I've wanted to come here for a long time, and I was not disappointed. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming with beautiful autumnal decorations. The tables are beautiful. I ordered the Waffles Benedict and a caramel latte, and the presentation of both was phenomenal. The eggs were perfectly poached, the waffles soft but beautifully browned, home fries perfectly seasoned, coffee expertly blended. The prices were higher than expected, but for the quality of cooking and presentation they were fair. This was during lunchtime on a Friday, and I will be returning again during peak hours to see if it's just as good then.
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L H.
Mmm, their pancake bacon sausage dish is delicious. I've been a couple time, but this dish is all I remember. Service is usually good, but the wait on the weekends can be long.
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Brian R.
Went to breakfast today after visiting my son for the weekend .... Been here 4 times over the years when we get down to silver spring .... Always good food... The staff very friendly .... Good atmosphere ... Def will be back again during our next visit
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Alexis K.
Took the waitress a couple of minutes to come and get our drink orders but that was rectified by decent service and pretty tastes brunch! I ordered the breakfast burrito which could have had more ingredients in it but was tastey! Husband got the Heuvos Rancheros which was also tastey! The place was pretty and cool inside.
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James O.
Came for brunch, service was much better than it has been in the past. Had the Nero latte, or something like that, basically a latter made with chocolate milk, it delivered what you would think that would taste like. The food is Ok, you can get every combination of eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes and waffles you could ever want, they just all taste ok, nothing bad but nothing great
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Paul D.
Incredibly bad service and very basic, but expensive food in one of those loud, middle-America-type of restaurants. My server never said Hi or Good Morning. She just appeared, took my order, and disappeared until I finished my meal, and asked how the meal went. I had to flag down someone to get me water, a coffee refill, and some condiments. Interestingly, there are lots of workers walking around here, and they seem pretty friendly. But my server wasn't around. The food is your basic American breakfast stuff. Bland, but popular and expensive.
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Amy M.
The first time we came here, we had a so-so, non-memorable experience. Perhaps they were more on their game today, but our meal was wonderful, and that included having a rowdy toddler and whiny baby doing everything they could to ruin the experience. For what this place strives to be - a family friendly breakfast'y place with a big menu, it's awesome. Great food, excellent service, and we seated 10 minutes into our 20 minute wait time. Crayons for the kids, fireplace blazing, festive atmosphere, and a fun urban location which allows you to walk off your food afterwards. Almost forgot to mention: we had a lobster omelette, breakfast burrito, and fried green tomatoes. The fried greens were tasty, but we were a bit disappointed that they didn't include a dipping sauce.
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Justin C.
Awesome pancakes very creative dishes. Service was a little bit on the slow side but the manager quickly addressed the problem. Overall this a more upscale version of IHOP.
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Tariq K.
Great spot for breakfast brunch or lunch. Service varies with how busy they are - we usually get there pretty early (kids...) and they're quick and friendly. Good for kids, good if not great food, moderately priced, safe option.
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Diana J.
Grits!! Delish!! Food is good service is awful. Come prepared to be ignored and then quickly rushed out. Meaning my server gave me the check WHILE I was still eating my meal. What if I wanted dessert hmmm???
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T W.
My family and I came here for a bday dinner. We had a party of about 16 people. We had one server :( . My family wasn't over demanding or over bearing however our server felt the need to constantly remind us that she is "just one person". Lol. The food was meh. For my appetizer I had the firecracker shrimp and the honey old bay wings. The wings were bland and the shrimp were good but nothing to brag about. For my entree, I had the jeggbalaya. It was jambalaya basically. In it was shrimp, chicken, chorizo, and crawfish tails. To me it did not taste Cajun enough. It was very bland. I tasted the lamb from a dish "lamb lollipops" the lamb tasted good. I also sampled the pancakes they were very good. I don't think I would come back here to eat unless it was for a bday dinner or something along those lines
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Whitney M.
Brunch/breakfast is pretty good/a little pricey. I really like their happy hour on weeknights for wine and appetizers. Service is always pretty great.
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Emelia M.
Breakfast food anyone? Been here maybe five times (so far). Tried the steak and eggs, crab dip, veggie omelet and crab cakes. The steak and eggs have always been good, no complaints. The crab dip was cold once which was quickly rectified. Their crab cakes are a little on the pricey side in comparison to other places, but good nonetheless. Their drinks have always been a hit or miss. Usually a miss first, then a hit with the second drink order. Their cocktails never seem strong enough in my opinion but try it for yourself. Overall a great location (downtown silver spring), a nice selection of drinks, with decent enough (sometimes eggstreamly slow) service more often than not. A solid place to dine.
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Casually A.
My girlfriend and I came to this place for a quick brunch. We were pleasantly surprised that at 130 on a Saturday there was no wait at all. The peach Bellini was awesome. We ordered the lobster grits and eggstravaganza, which included French toast, eggs, your choice of meat, and potatoes with onions. Every part of the meal was amazing. I will be back for more breakfast and to sample their extensive lunch menu as well!
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Angela T.
Meh. The food is ok. The service is mediocre at best. Something annoying happens every time I go here. The food is cold. The waiter doesn't come back forever. The bill is wrong. Ugh. I get lured in by the frequent Groupons. I'm officially over it, even at a discount.
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Marie S.
Visiting from Boston and was looking for fresh crab. The Crab Stack was amazing!! I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of crab. The flavored were perfect. Can't wait to stop by on my next visit.
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Tiffany M.
Delicious! Great atmosphere! Great staff!
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Boris S.
Lets have cakegasm, Chocolate Cake (5/5 NOMs). Every time I forget that this place has amazing cakes! We came here just for the desert and totally pigged out on two very rich heavy cakes. Who said cakes need to be light? Heavy chocolate is the way!
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Elsa M.
Here are bullet points: * Our waiter, Jordan, gets 5 stars. He was awesome. * The kitchen forgot to add cheese to two of the seven orders from our party * Jordan got it taken care of and the manager even stopped by to make sure we were cool. Nice touch, especially since they happily re-made the dishes and still had both people keep the original orders what came out without the cheese. Accidents happen, but how you handle them makes all the difference. Eggspectation is a great job * Everyone was satisfied with their meals, including me. I usually get a pancake meal from them, but this time I was all omelette and opted for the "Egg-chilada" which was good - not loaded down with a lot of stuff though (which was both good and bad). I would have liked a little more cheese and a dollop of sour cream to complete the 'chilada' feel. * We told Jordan that it was my father-in-law's birthday and he kindly brought out a complimentary waffled with whipped cream and chocolate sauce with a candle. ADORBS! And, lucky for us, it was a bit too rich for him so we call got to partake. YUM YUM! It was delicious! * Some of the members of our party tried to order dessert to take home, but they were out of the top two requests - the Red Velvet and the Cheesecake. That's a no-no! Order more so this doesn't happen again. You are known for your desserts. You don't see Cheesecake Factory running out, do you? lol * Also - it gets really crowded and a bit noisy. It's not all bad, but can be hectic. Be forewarned. All in all, Jordan's expert service, the birthday treat, and the food itself, pumped this experience up from a 3-star to a 4-star for me.
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Amanda M.
I really love Eggspectations and used to frequent the one in Columbia, MD pretty regularly. The food in Silver Spring is just as good, but the service leaves something to be desired. I sat on the patio yesterday with my boyfriend, who ordered an appetizer based off of a menu provided to us about happy hour specials that were 5$. We found out later that it was only 5$ at the bar, but the menu they provided was extremely misleading in acknowledging this. I asked a waiter for the manager when we received our bill, who didn't come out for 10 minutes, who I then had to track down inside. Additionally, we waited way too long for our drinks and they got several things wrong with my boyfriend's order. The food was exceptional otherwise.
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Meka B.
Friends came as a party of 3 & the service was horrible. After waiting an hour for food my friends food arrived & mine didnt. I ordered eggs, biscuits & gravy, & bacon. 15 minutes later I received my eggs "only". About another 15 minutes later I received my biscuits & gravy, but still no bacon. Management came over & apologized, & said the kitchen is crazy and we are not the only ones affected. After I said that I would never return he gave us cards for free smoothies. Smh By the time I ate my eggs they were cold & had shells in it. Manager checked on us again, I said I still do not have my bacon & there are shells in my eggs, he apologized & said well with all the eggs that they make shells are sometimes left by mistake. Well, it's a good thing that I didn't cut my gums on a shell. The manager came back again & said for the inconvenience my food would be free. Well, it wasn't really free he just knocked $10.99 off. I guess they were having a bad day, but this was my 1st & last time at this place.
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S W.
I've been twice. The first time I had the lobster omelet with the potatoes. It was very good. This time I had the lobster grits with shrimp. The grits were a bit loose for me but overall it was really good and I'd order it again. My son has had the french toast, which was great, and the belgian waffle, also really good. I like the variety of the menu. So many more dishes I'm dying to try.
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George M.
4.5 stars for ambience.... Nicely done. 3 stars for food, not that there was anything wrong with my omelette or the veggie crepe I ordered. Coffee was hot and service very polite and efficient. I'm going again to try some of their more ambitious dishes. Free weekend parking, great farmers market right outside on Saturdays. Silver Spring has come a long way in the last 10 years. Definitely recommended and perhaps an extra star is warranted if the non-breakfast food checks out.
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Quanda A.
For the first time in a long time, the service was the primary issue at Eggspectations. Our ticket was lost so our food took about 45 minutes. We were already hungry so this was really unfortunate. The good news is that the manager comped half of our meal. I had the breakfast burrito. It was good but two ChikfilA breakfast burritos would have been as good for half the price. My husband's French toast was above average. The rest of his Eggstravaganza plate was a little tired with pretty small portions. Overall, this place was good not great.
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Amy P.
I would actually give 3.5 stars if could. It is pretty busy here on New Years Day. Everyone is here for brunch. Some people look a little hung over. The food was decent although my husbands bacon was undercooked. Lobster Benny was just OK but overpriced. Waiter was nice. The show on one of the TVs was about the UFC so there lots of scenes with men beating each to bloody pulp. Not really something that I want to watch while eating.
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Lorena B.
I can be snobby about chain restaurants but I must admit that my eggspectaions were eggceeded here.* The grilled chicken havarti sandwich was nothing to scoff at, smothered as it was in havarti cheese with tomato and avocado (no eggs though). The french fries they came with were deep fried eggspertly crisp and tasted better than most restaurants' fries. Feeling bold, I ordered the Jon's Favorite Crepes for dessert. That Jon must have an eggspecially hearty appetite. The two crepes were stuffed to eggcess with strawberries and bananas and served with a scoop of ice cream. They were much thicker than what any creperie would serve but overall they were good. The dessert could eggsily be shared by two or three, if not four people. Lastly, our server Abraham was eggcellent. He was very patient while my ex co-workers and I chatted for about 15 minutes instead of opening our menus, and then spent another 15 minutes browsing the huge menu and asking questions. Plus, he had a marvelous accent. *I only wrote this review so I could use egg puns. I'm not sorry.
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Jeremy L.
I would give this place no stars if it were possible. It's my fault. I should've known that going into a place named "Eggspectation" would not produce a culinary masterpiece. The only thing you can Eggspect is diarrhea.
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Desiree M.
I've been here twice now. Once to dine in which everything tasted bland and fake. Like the eggs are not real and are substitute. So today I decided to try them again but instead of dining in I did pick up. The guy who took my order over the phone was very friendly but as soon as I walked inside I got a completely different vibe. Everyone was so stank and rude especially the bartenders. So I had to go to the bar to pick up my order and after being given a few death stares from the bartenders someone finally acknowledged me. After I told her my name not another word was spoken to me from that point forward. No give me one moment it'll be right out or here's your check. NOTHING. So I waited and realized someone placed the check in front of me so I placed my money inside, closed it and waited... And waited... And waited for over 10 mins and no one ever came back or said anything. My food was definitely ready as I placed the order 30 mins prior so what the hold up was beats me. Even if it wasn't ready or there was some type of issue at least say something or acknowledge my presence geesh!! So I waited a lil longer and after realizing they were intentionally ignoring me I took my money and walked out. So rude.... I should have asked for a manager but I had such little patience at the point I was so over it.
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Sierra P.
I come here with my mom and husband on occasion for brunch and always have a pleasant experience when I visit. Nice staff and the food is always good (it isn't like POW amazing good - which is why I give it 4 stars, but it's good and I leave satisfied every time). The atmosphere is really unique too, and I love their bathrooms. I definitely recommend it over IHOP.
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Stefanie W.
Food was inedible. Sent back sandwich with soggy bread. Salad had little or no flavor or dressing. Iced teas had to be requested twice. Not going back anytime soon. this used to be a nice place to eat.
(1)
Jason B.
Good food! I enjoyed myself and will stop by next time I am in town. The French toast was some of the best I had and you get pretty good portions.
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Sujit B.
The place is a nice ambiance, people are friendly, but the food is overpriced and not amazingly tasty. How do you mess up a grill cheese? It was over cooked and hardly any cheese and cold. The potatoes lyanaise style are supposed to be special, but they were okay. Had to ask for a refill on my soda, ask if my English muffin was wheat (i ordered a plain, but it looked wheat because over toasted) and had to ask for the cream cheese i had ordered. We hadn't received our food yet and some girl working there just came and picked up the jelly my friend was going to use for the toast and we had to ask her to give it back. Not impressed. At least the omelette my friend ordered was good, but that was the only thing good, which i wasn't eating.
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Richard W.
Lower Eggspectations when you dine here.I ordered their dish California Dreaming,which was eggs Benedict over potatoes,asparagus and smoked salmon with toast on the side.Sounded good except that what I got was hard poached eggs and maybe a teaspoon of minced smoked salmon.The cappuccino came cold and week and small(gone in 3 small sips)Last time I waste $22.00 there.
(1)
Milena L.
Came here for brunch on a Sunday. I ordered pancakes, they were awesome! However, we did have to wait a while for our food. Staff friendly and music was fine. I'll come here again definitively.
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Janice V.
Breakfast for dinner?? What, wheres my bacon! I'm a meat addict, but I didnt eat any meat that meal. Instead I ordered creme brulee french toast, crab dip, and my dad ordered eggspectation crepe. Obvisiouly the crepe was too thick because he left more than half the dough on the plate. The crab dip was too small, most of it got sucked in the bread bowl, good, but I want more. The french toast was amazing, if I didnt eat a burger for lunch that day, I would have ate the whole thing (3 thick toast slices). The server was so fake, like seriously dont roll your eyes after you say have a great day. Be fake until we leave, then roll your eyes. I am a nice customer and always say thank you to the workers when I receive my food and get my water refilled.
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Jackie H.
This is a really cute place located in a super cute plaza in Silver Springs, Maryland. It is about 10 minutes from DC. Anyway, I had breakfast which consisted of strawberry pancakes and a side of bacon. This with coffee. I enjoyed the pancakes and ate it up with gusto. The strawberries were good, sweet, and plentiful. The bacon left a lot to be desired. Did you know that some bacon doesn't taste good? I recently found this out. The bacon was super thin and did not have that good old bacon flavor that I know it should have. I actually left some bacon on the plate. It was that not good. Anyway, the service was on point and, as usual, I appreciate that. This place is a bit over priced and they need to just stop. The coffee was just okay, nothing special. So, I would return here as they served lunch and dinner too. I would want to try some other things they have to offer.
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Anu Y.
We here last night craving diner food close to 9pm. This place is definitely not a diner but a great place to eat. I had the french toast pave and harvest hot cider. My friend had the waffle pave and a mocha. The pave was awesome! A very generous amount of fruit used, I was very impressed. The french toast was awesome and I loved the moist consistency in the middle with a crunchy outside. I waffles were great too. Lost one star because the harvest hot cider was way too sweet and kind of gross. I think it's meant to be spiked and mine wasn't so it didn't taste all that good :/
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Jen C.
This was my first experience at this restaurant. Service was friendly. Don't expect much from the bar, but the food was good. Lobster Mac and Cheese was excellent! The grilled salmon was also good, but for the price, the portion should have been larger. Don't let the 3 stars fool you. A higher rating would have been given for better drink service, but I'll be a return customer.
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Justin P.
Well well well, where to start. Went here last night (Friday night) with my family and 3 little cousins. The place wasn't packed at all. We got seated, after 15 minutes of waiting for a server I had to walk up to the host and ask if anyone will be serving us after seeing numerous servers walking right past us. Finally got a server, ordered our beers for the adults and ordered the kids food at the same time. Believe this, the kids actually got their meals before we even got our drinks. Plain an simple, I have never experienced such terrible service like this before. Very inexcusable. It was like none of the servers wanted to be there. There was nothing special about the food, bland and didn't have much taste. I feel bad because I brought my family here who flew in from Michigan and everyone was very unhappy. This place needs to get it together
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Antoinette A.
I've been here a millions times and I love it. The food is good, I have several "go-to" meals that are consistently great. The only reason I don't give them 5/5 stars is because the service isn't always great. Often they forget things or aren't attentive enough. But all in all it's convenient, and economically priced. They serve alcohol and have happy hour at their bar. The best thing though is that you can get any meal at anytime of the day. One time I went in and got dinner for breakfast!
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Koral S.
Being one of the only places in the neighborhood serving breakfast - it's a place I go to by default. The menu is really extensive so either know what kind of flavors you want going in ... or expect a while to place an order if you are like me and like to go through all options before ordering. The friend I went with I love sharing food with - so this was a good place. We got the veggie omelet, the crab dip and the french toast special with strawberries and bananas. Sharing it all. Everything was done well ... averagely. What I expect from a place like this. I will say ... the waiter we had was amazing! Very tentative.
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Perico D.
I had a shock top beer mostly made of wheat and some chocolate, i think . it was good. the chicken florentine soup was salty. i asked for extra crackers. maria, the server was pleasant and accommodating.
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Dana M.
This place has a BOOK of a menu - you can get whatever you feel like, whenever! And I love breakfast for dinner (or any time of day, really), so it's a win with me! I also really appreciate that it's pretty easy for me to order gluten and dairy free :) It probably took us about 20 minutes to decide what to get! Last time I went I had the smoked salmon omelet. Nothing to write home about, but it was still yummy! Service: a little slow, but it was the end of happy hour so that was expected. Happy hour is until 8!! And it's pretty cheap too - about 3-5 bucks for wine and rail cocktails. And the house wine was pretty good! First time trying white zin and I wasn't disappointed.
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Jasmine K.
I've been to Expectation several times. Once about 6 years ago, and got the hot wings, they were good but a little too hot. Last year and got a chicken sandwich with avocado on Ciabatta which was great. Last week I went for the first time for their namesake, eggs. I went for breakfast and ordered the southwest omelet. It was decent but I wanted more flavor. The salsa on it was bland and I wanted more salt, and pepper in my eggs something. Seasoning is KEY! Anyways it didn't end there, 30 minutes later I was nauseous. I may try it again, but no time soon. Service was great...
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Skinny B.
I give this place a strong 3. C. Having lived in the area, me and my girlfriend would frequent this place often for a quick breakfast. Some things on the menu are great, others could use some work. I am picky when it comes to my food and they happily oblige my many request to perfect my meal. Say for example I request, "egg whites scrambled hard, with chives, and shredded cheese and that I'd like my corn beef hash cooked a bit longer with french fries on the side instead of hashbrowns." They don't make me feel guilty/bad about having preferences. The service is usually pretty fast and friendly, with the exception of a time or two it's been really busy and our waitress sort of forgot about us and the specific request I had made. However, they always apologize and redeem themselves for their mistakes. They seemed overwhelmed and understaffed at the moment, so no worries. I continually gave them chances until I found a wired bread twist tie in my omelette and gave up on the restaurant all together.
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Tony N.
Solid meal every time. It's a different type of menu from your Ruby Tuesday's, Chilli's, TGI Friday's, etc. Crepes are good. Expansive menu is entering Cheesecake Factory territory, but they can pull off the variety of options. Prices are a wee on high side. Try the salted caramel hot chocolate and a dessert crepe while sitting by the fireplace on a cool evening after a movie across the street.
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Maria B.
When I saw the huge menu, I knew this would not be my favorite place. I hate having too many menu choices... In addition, I'm sure the servers there are totally frustrated because I bet it takes people tons of time to order. The dish names are not descriptive at all so you have to read the paragraph below if you want any information. In spite of the first reaction, I was pleasantly surprised. We went for lunch on saturday after trying and failing to find Pier 1 in Silver Spring, and sat at the bar. The service was good and the bloody marys were much better than I expected. I had an omlette and my fiance had eggs benedict. Eggs were tasty and frankly, it was a better brunch than many of the swanky places in DC. I'd come back again if I'm in that area and in the mood for breakfast food.
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Dave J.
Food was ok. Poor service.
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Ling W.
Definitely wins for diversity of things on the menu! For example, if you decide you want eggs somewhere in your breakfast, that eliminates only half of the extensive menu. There are also tons of caffeinated, non-caffeinated, and alcoholic beverages to choose from. $2 off drafts from 3-8pm for happy hour, and they were advertising the latest "Enjoy by" from Stone brewery. I went for brunch, and will definitely check them out in the evening!
(3)
Petet H.
I am giving this restaurant a five star review for the atmosphere. Breakfast here is expensive, but the decor makes it worth it. Will come back.
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Sharon R.
Even if there's a line, this place is always worth the wait. The staff is super friendly, and you get your food quickly. And it's delicious! I always go after a huge run because nothing is better than their omelets.
(5)
Naomi D.
Do not go here if you are just trying to grab lunch during a workday. I got here at 12:30 and did not leave until 1:50pm. That's how slow the service is. Drinks took a long time to come out. So did the soups, so did the main course. The server didn't know the soup of the day and just guessed. Said she'd double check, but then came back 10 or so minutes later asking if we were ready to order. We both ordered the soups she said they had (1 of each kind). I didn't ask her to confirm the options, because she had already taken long enough to go "check" the first time. She comes out later to say the soup I wanted wasn't available, so I got what was available. Then my friend's soup came out and it was not what the server said they had either. Food was OK, but nothing special considering the jacked up prices. I got corned beef hash. The stuff out of the can is better. She never brought me my toast even after she said she would twice. All in all, I wouldn't go here again considering the bad service (it wasn't even busy) and the expensive price for subpar food. We are talking $14 for eggs, potatoes, and corned beef hash. $5 for a tiny cup of soup. Yea, sit on that.
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Jeff W.
Avoid this place. Seats were dirty from a smashed jelly packet. Very long wait for food to arrive. No silverware on the table. Had to ask for it after the food arrived. Waitress wasn't familiar with the beer list, or what was available. Ordered a flight of four beers, 15 minutes later she comes back and says they are out of two of the beers I ordered, but if I come with her to look at her screen I could choose from the available beers. I expect a place advertising craft beer to have a staff who is familiar with the beer menu. When the food finally arrived, it looked like it sat under a warming light for too long. Scrambled eggs had a dry crust on the outside. Eggs Benedict was cold and mushy. Food was luke warm at best. Waitress didn't recognize any of the above problems. Manager did not ask us how our meal was. Wrote this review while waiting ten minutes for the check to arrive. Won't be back here again.
(1)
Bonita B.
I enjoy the french toast with the hot fruit (yum!). Each time I've dined at this restaurant, I've had attentive wait staff and overall good experience. When I visit this location, I tend to stay a couple of hours socializing and not once did I feel rushed - even during their busiest days (weekends). Note - if you like sweet southern tea... there is a little guy who makes the tea and he makes it SWWEEEET... So ask if the tea is sweet (southern style/McDonald's sweet or regular) before ordering sweetened tea. If you prefer to control your sugar intake, order unsweetened ice tea. Oh if you peek over and see the 'desserts' -- they look yummy and tempting. I haven't tried their desserts yet because I am always full and can't phantom the idea of eating anything else.
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Toni D.
We ended up at Eggspectation because our regular Sunday night venue, Mandalay, was closed due to a water main break that left them without water. When we go back to Mandalay next Sunday, we are making a special point to let them know how we appreciate the food and the service. We walked in at 8:15 pm. The host took off with two menus at a breakneck pace to seat us at a booth all the way at the other end of the restaurant. My husband, who has advanced glaucoma, made his way to the table at his own pace, which is slow, because he could barely see in the darkened dining area. Not a fault of the host, but the host walked back to us and said, "You're at the very end booth." We were then greeted by our waitress, Crystal. Since we were in a place that served a lot of breakfast-type food, we assumed that coffee would be a reasonable beverage of choice. So, when she asked us what we would like to drink, we asked for coffee. "Regular coffee?" she asked. "Yes. Regular coffee." I replied. About five minutes later, Crystal returned and said, "We're out of coffee." Our collective reply was "Whaaat???? That's crazy!" Crystal then began to sell us on expressos, lattes, and other types of barista coffee drinks, and we told her that we really weren't interested, and that besides, I am lactose intolerant. She then replied that she would see what she could do. Another five minutes passed, and she returned with two large mugs of coffee. Good coffee. We placed our orders. I ordered the Bayou Benedict. My husband ordered the corned beef hash with eggs and potatoes. I think it was called "Eggwhat?". Our orders arrived promptly, and the runner put our orders on the table, and took off. Mine was correct, but I have no idea what they put in front of my husband. It was not at all what he ordered. It took another five minutes to flag someone down, because we were all the way at the very end of the restaurant. Then it took another 10 minutes to get my husband's order to the table. My entree was insanely good and appropriately decadent. I asked them to leave the cheese off, and I am glad that they did, because it was not needed. My husband's entree, not so good. The potatoes were good. The eggs were okay. The corned beef hash was very disappointing. First of all, there was less than a half cup of hash on the plate. For nearly $14, we would expect more, and much better than what he got. I got the impression that this entire transaction was one-sided; they charge high prices for the food, but return very little in the way of service and contriteness. The dining out experience should be a reciprocal experience. We show up, mind our P's and Q's, behave politely, pay our tab, and tip our server. The least we can expect is prompt service, a "can-do" attitude from our server, and food that is comparable in value to the price. We honored our side of the equation. Not so much them. Not an "I'm sorry". Not an offer to comp any part of the bill for messing up the order. Not much at all. When two cups of coffee and two egg entrees total $38, someone besides the customer should be making an effort. The only reasons why this place is getting a star is because the coffee was good, there was free wi-fi, and my entree was really good. However, all that was overshadowed by the total unprofessionalism of the staff, and the utter inability to get an order right.
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Renelle H.
This is thee worst place I have ever been in my life!!!! I wish I had the opportunity to comment on the food...but I never got that far!!!! First thing is after waiting for 15 minutes they sat us outside in the heat! I did not make any request to sit outside with my asthma!!!! So after asking to be moved we sat on the inside and the waitress damn near whispered her name and then got smart went she didn't hear a request we had for a drink. She came back with the drinks and then took our order....we sat there for 40 minutes!!!!! NO FOOD or red headed waitress. A couple that sat beside us into our 20 minutes of waiting had been served their beverages as well as their food. That was the last straw....I told the manger and he look flustered...needless to say i walked out! NEVER AGAIN!!!!!
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Jon S.
This place gets one star, and that's only because the coffee was good. Unfortunately, that's all I got to try this morning. I sat at the bar waiting for someone to take my order for 30 minutes and nada. Couldn't even make eye contact with the servers. Too bad too because I was looking forward to trying this place out. Such is life. I guess I'll head to Panera Bread instead.
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Kenya M.
The waitress wasn't friendly at all and the service was slow. The food wasn't good either. Will not visit this location ever again. I love the Columbia location, but not this one.
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Michele T.
I've been to eggspectation several times but only for breakfast. We decided to try the dinner because we had a groupon and wanted to see if it was as good. I'm sad to say I was disappointed. The presentation is misleading....we both ordered pasta and when it came out, I was excited because of the great presentation. We ordered two different pastas and both tasted the same. It wasn't terrible, but it definitely wasn't great. Just generic pasta that you can get anywhere else. Suggestion: stick to breakfast! That's what they're known for and that's what they do best.
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Leticia P.
I really do like this place a lot. The food is wonderful. However, the service can be a little better. The waiters need to learn how to properly hold the drinks especially before serving a customer. Also making sure the dishes are cleaned before serving a customer. I do recommend this place though. Great location, reasonable prices and fantastic food. I definitely will be returning.
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Gino W.
Chicago has a sister restaurant called Eggsperience. The food is always delicious and I had wondered if I would find a restaurant like that in Washington, DC, while here on my short assignment. Well, DC does not have the same kind of restaurant, but a quick jaunt over into Silver Spring, MD, yielded the results I sought. The chocolate chip waffles were absolute top. Filled with chocolate chips, but not like an advertisement for a bag of Chip-Ahoy cookies -- bet you bite a chip -- these waffles required almost no syrup and were definitely not Eggo waffles. I had scrambled eggs with cream cheese in them that were done correctly. My friend had an Eggspectation® crepe that if it had not had ham in it, I would have partaken of some of hers or ordered a plate for myself. Factor in outstanding service and Eggspectation® exceeded my expectations. [Did I just write that?]
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Karen K.
Very close to 4.5 stars, but I was forced to round down this time. But still, closer to 4.5 stars. Went with my father for our usual Saturday brunch around 10:30. The place was nice and full but we didn't have to wait (though when we left around 11:15 people had started to queue up). We sat in the main dining room which has a "Quebecois" feel to it (Eggspectation is after all a French Canadian company)-- quaint, warm, and cozy, like a little bistrot/patisserie but on a bigger scale. We both ordered a cafe au lait to drink. 5 stars for the menu selection. There is literally anything you could ever dream up and more--crepes, omelettes, Benedicts. My Dad is a breakfast "traditionalist" and ordered a 2 egg combo that came with potatoes, bacon, baked beans, fruit garnish and choice of toast. When the girl listed the toast options my dad interrupted her after cinnamon raisin but she joked, "Thanks for interrupting me; I could have gone on forever!" So we wondered then if they make their own bread but unfortunately forgot to ask. I ordered the Boca Raton Benedict, a benedict made with spinach, guacamole, and Gruyere, I believe. Food was quite delicious. I enjoyed my benedict a lot. Eggs were perfectly poached and I took pleasure in slicing them open to see the yolk run over the dish (LOL.) I think it could have been improved by having less spinach and more guac but overall no complaints. I'm not that into breakfast potatoes but I really liked these; they were thick-cut with sauteed onions (see pictures). I really appreciated the fruit garnish (orange slice and cantaloupe slice) too, which, while definitely small, was perfectly ripe and refreshing. Dad described his eggs as "perfectly over-medium" and loved the baked beans (he was excited to see them on the menu!) and bacon. He didn't eat as much of the potatoes and toast (he's a light eater) but said both were good. And lucky me, I got the fruit! Portions were good, maybe a tiny big for us but for the average person probably about right. Service was excellent, no complaints whatsoever. Our waitress was really friendly. When I took home the extra breakfast potatoes (yep--they were that good) she casually mentioned how she loves them too, and eats them with melted cheese and sour cream, which I might go do right now LOL. My Dad and I were impressed with how the place overall seemed really well-staffed and organized, and the employees looked happy to be working there. Service gets 5 stars too. Overall wait time for food and drinks was very reasonable. Only things they lost stars for are: 1) A little more guac please... 2) Cafe au lait was a little weak, though it may have been my fault for ordering it instead of a cappuccino, which I also considered. 3) (Main reason) EXPENSIVE (The egg combo and benedict were $9.99 and $13.99, respectively.) So try Eggspectation and I highly doubt you'll be disappointed. Just know that it'll be an above-average breakfast splurge cost-wise.
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Dorothy S.
The food was good. The service was excellent. My server was Kamron. And he was wonderful. I will be back.
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Marilyn e.
This is not the place to take guest and it's not the place for a great breakfast. The food is mediocre and that's actually a compliment. My waitress was very nice but seemed overwhelmed. The glass my guest received his drink in was absolutely filthy. That's a true turn off. How clean is their kitchen? Informed management who came to our table an offered this explanation ~ it must be the detergent we used not doing it's job. Come back and we will give you a free smoothie. Really? Nope don't ever plan on going back.
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Neal C.
If I had to give this restaurant a performance review, they'd get a "Meets Eggspectations." Seriously though, the restaurant isn't bad. But at least from my one visit, I'm not sure what's special about them. Maybe it's my fault for not ordering an omelette? That does seem to be their specialty. They do have plenty of things on the menu that are not made from, on top of, under, or around an egg. Like a fairly standard selection of burgers and pasta dishes. It's actually surprisingly light on the egg-based dished once you get past the omelettes. I was expecting (sorry, EGGspecting) some crazy things like burgers with eggs as buns, or maybe some egg-based cocktails. But no, it was pretty normal. I ordered the Lobster Mac & Cheese because I was feeling both fancy and slovenly at the same time. Now, I think most restaurants put Lobster Mac & Cheese on the menu because it's a good way to charge $18 for 50 cents of pasta and $1 worth of lobster. To Eggspectation's credit, it was absolutely loaded with lobster meat. I've never seen so much lobster in LM&C. Now if only it hadn't been overcooked. Despite the other comments I see, our service was perfectly fine. We didn't go during a particularly busy hour though. Overall I thought they were a little overpriced, and nothing to rave about, but also not bad. Strictly middle-of-the-road. I'm not sure what on the menu would bring me back, but if someone invited me along, I would gladly go.
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Robert V.
As a local, I've visited this location numerous times. It's usually crowded but always worth it. The food is great and the service is usually friendly and on point. Of course, the cakes that they specialize in are highly recommended. The prices for most items are very fair. The only complaint that I have is that they need to upgrade their silverware and napkins. Eggspectation still uses paper napkins and old worn steel utensils. An upgraded set would greatly enhance the dining experience.
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Kris K.
Enjoy their food. Service is consistently good - wish the lines weren't so long on weekends. And don't forget thsi place for dinner!
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Ronda G.
First time and went for brunch with my BF on a sunday afternoon. We were told it would be a 25 min wait and given a pager that didn't work. 1 hour later we checked in at the host desk after seeing mutiple people being seated who arrived after us. Hostess apologized that our pager was broken and seated us. The waiter was bland, the decor is strange and non uniform. I had the waffle Benedict which was average but after a hour long wait for breakfast I didn't care. Best thing was the premium Mimosa with grand marnier. Will be back again until I find a great dish I know there has to be at least one.
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Jelece M.
Great original brunch food menu. Impressed. Those potatoes are also unique.
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Emily L.
Technically, Eggspectation is a chain, but since there are only two in Maryland (plus three in Virginia) the experience isn't as canned as you might find at a national chain. Atmosphere: funky-industrial, bordering on dated. Slightly-confusing layout with multiple entrances, colorful mix-and-match glass light fixtures, outside-inside cafe tables and chairs. The music is way too loud, especially over the noise of a busy, crowded restaurant with concrete floors and exposed ceilings. Service: average. Not especially friendly, attentive or helpful, but not bad either. Drinks: they have a handful of pricey juice cocktails, none of which has interested me much. Coffee drinks are okay. Food: A step or two up from diner, but not quite chic cafe: for one thing, there are way too many options (the menu is ten pages long.) I've tried the French toast, crepes, potato pancakes, bagel with lox, omelette, Benedict and burger: all were fine, but no real standouts. I've never been curious enough to try their entrees, most of which are approaching $20 each; breakfast can easily run $12-16 per person, so not cheap either. Overall, there's not much to recommend here, but I settled on three stars because it is consistent and the food is creative, if not remarkably so.
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Kelsey C.
I love this place. Always consistent in food quality and service. I've never had anything that I didn't like. I've only been for breakfast and usually get an omelet but sometimes I mix it up and get French Toast or Pancakes or a bagel - always wonderful. Sometimes service can take a bit but it's so busy for breakfast I completely understand. And the food always comes out fast. Highly recommend!
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Ashley C.
The menu is kind of all over the place. The onion rings are yummy as are they're smoothies. The pasta primavera was kind of generic but not bad. Overall the prices are good and the food is decent. Location is great if you want to grab a bite before a movie.
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Cassie M.
Love this place! We had the best server too: Dominck. If you can get him, you will be very happy with your service. Food is great and comes very quickly. Restaurant is clean and the bathrooms are very clean and well maintained.
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Janie B.
From my experience, this is not a place to go for eggs. I paid $17 for a flat, dry salmon omelet. It came with a few potatoes and some bread. I was expecting a fluffy omelet with chucks of salmon, not 3 thin slices. The person I was with ordered the BBQ burger which was actually really good and juicy. It had great flavor and lots of textures - toasted bun, smoky sauce, and a huge onion ring. Our waiter was polite and very attentive. He made sure to offer menu suggestions and my wine glass was never empty.
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Sweet S.
I was looking for a fabulous brunch spot, and thought Eggspectation sounded perfect. It was a total let down... It's several steps up from IHOP, but is clearly a chain... They had a hard time cooking eggs to order (over medium = runny yellows, not runny white and runny yellow). Maybe this is because their focus isn't on breakfest or brunch, they have a full menu with hamburgers, pasta, whatever. Like Denny's, but not as greasy. My companion was very disappointed in whatever they tried to pass off as Eggs Benedict. Said their Hollendaise was crap. And who the heck puts cheese on eggs benedict?! All in all, it's overpriced for the quality and atmosphere.
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Good E.
I came here with one of my girlfriends for some food and gabbin'. we had heard good things about this places so my eggspectations were a bit high; no pun intended! I got the lobster benedict, which came with strawberries and lyonaisse potatoes. overall it was good. i also had a piece of cake , raspberry amaretto which was pretty good. my main qualm is the price. these two items were almost thirty bucks! holy moly. they do realize that eggs cost like 20 cents right? and flour is also a cheap ingredient..but anyways the overall thoughts were this was fine to try as a 'breakfast for dinner' but i think i'd rather go to cracker barrel or bickfords for same quality food and less of price tag.
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Denise K.
I really liked my quesadilla. Overall this seems like a decent place with great brunch options.
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Steph W.
I loved my meal!!! (the all American) everything was super yummy...except the sauage patty that was weird ask for another link instead...now my husband had the eggs Benny and he said the hollandaise was too lemony and there was hardly any on it. We both liked the hashbrowns they taste deep fried!! Mmm so crunchy! :) Also the staff seemed nice, but we only got one water refill. lol
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sara h.
yummy chocolate chip pancakes, and chicken spinach savory crepe. i'm picky about food..dc has some of the crappiest restaurants...but this place had great service and great food..
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Erica A.
The food was great. The service was a little slow but I think it's because they were so busy. I'll definitely be returning.
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Liz B.
The food here is mediocre at best. The service is awful. I always have great expectations (no pun intended) when I walk in the door for brunch. There is a line so one would think the food and service are incredible. They're not. The last couple of times I have really regretted my choice. I had a waitress who forgot to bring me my drink until after the meal and my poached eggs were overdone. Then, I had a bartender that I had to beg for utensils and who got the order wrong. Don't waste your money. Go to McGinty's for brunch instead.
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Ritzie C.
I had breakfast here one recent Saturday morning with the Captain and the food has gotten ... better! Before it was most definitely a 2-star kind of restaurant - and that was reaching. But maybe they switched up the cooks in the kitchen because we walked away pleasantly surprised. The Captain had the classic benedict and I got the waffle benedict. The eggs were poached evenly and the hollandaise wasn't separating. Even the potatoes with sauteed onions somehow tasted better than before. We sat at the bar to eat and the service was also good - coffee refilled, attentive service ... what went right here? You know, it doesn't matter. What matters is that we had a good breakfast here and would probably come back - and NOT as a last resort. Well done, Eggspectation.
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Will R.
Food was good. Great breakfast selection. Nicely presented. Lobster omelet was nice. Unfortunately, service was low rate. Friendly server, but food came without silverware. It took five minutes to catch the waitress' attention. Toast never came. Had to remind waitress who looked perturbed to be asked. Still, in all, not a bad brunch spot.
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Sonya W.
It took dozens of visits but I am finally admitting that this place just ain't that good. I will say that their muffins and yogurt are two very delicious options, but short of that, and especially when it comes to their eggs, it's just bad food. You can do better. Especially for how pricey it is.
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zabby w.
For a chain restaurant I would say this is the WORST food I've had in a very very long time. I think other low-budget chain restaurants like Denny's would have fared better. I came here for dinner I ordered the grilled chicken mustard sandwich. The chicken seriously tasted like it was frozen and just placed in a microwave. The fries were lackluster. My wife ordered the spinach and mushroom crepe and it was barely warm. We ordered one pound of wings and guess what? it was EIGHT wiings for $12. OMG. These were not magical JUMBO wings but small to medium size wings. Overall, our meal was about $50 but I would have been better off going to Chick-Fila for a $15 meal. This place is a absolute STAY AWAY and I would give it negative stars if I could.
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Jill M.
It's not bad. Basically, they have a really long menu, huge dining room, bland decor, overpriced drinks, and everything else you'd expect from a chain restaurant. I do love eggs, though, and between the eggs benedict and omelet options, I was happy. They also had some great coffee drinks on the menu. I ordered the California Eggs Benedict, and it was good - not too cheesy or anything, and the eggs were perfectly poached and runny on the inside. I should add that they were great about accomodating substitutions for their dishes (such as swapping fruit for potatoes, or potato latkes for bread). Everyone in our group of five seemed to really enjoy their meal, and I'd definitely go back for brunch with a group.
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Kristen H.
I had been wanting to visit this place for awhile since it is right by my office. and I had gotten a Groupon deal to go. My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday night and it wasn't too packed, we were able to get seated right away. The waitress we got definitely kept us waiting a little longer than we'd like for drinks, food, and the check. Everything on the menu sounded delicious, it just took a long time to read through all the options because their menu is huge. I did feel a little rushed my the waitress to make a decision, but I did end up picking something that was quite delicious. I went with the french toast flambe with strawberries and bananas on top with two overeasy eggs on the side. Man was this good! The sauce from the flambe was so sweet and flavorful that I didn't even use regular syrup. The french toast was very fluffy and was great for soaking up the sauce, and the fruit on top was just the right texture to go with it. Overall it was a really good experience and I would love to go back. I just want more time to look at the menu! haha
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Rosanna W.
thanks to our server who gave great suggestions to eat! i love love brunch food and was craving waffles. had the waffle benedict, the benedict was on point, n waffle was delicious. so delicious my friend and i ordered a fruit covered waffle that was drizzled with a sweet cream. hah fat status, but the fruits tasted yummy and the cream was light n not heavy at all :) i enjoyed my brunch food!
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Izzat A.
Had a Groupon for here so went to dinner with the wife. Service was pretty slow but the food made up for it. I had one of the best chicken sandwiches that I've ever had here. I know that's alot of hyperbole, but it was very very good. The sandwich came with avacado on it but I had them sub some mango and it was awesome. They have this BBQ sauce which is amazing. Wife liked what she got. Prices are decent. Will come back.
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Nick R.
Quality control nightmare. Pros: + If you need a large selection, Eggspectation has you covered. Shorter than a Cheesecake Factory menu, but very diverse as well + For the price, portions are decent. + The menu makes eggselent jokes at its on expense. Cons - Quality control nightmare. Our table ordered the same meal, two eggs, pancakes, grilled potatoes, choice of meat, with fruit. - Nothing was hot. Perhaps warm. Just short of cold really. - The potatoes were overcooked on one plate with some onions, undercooked with no onions on another, and correctly cooked and loaded with onions on the last. - Pancakes were similarly cooked, or not cooked. Undercooked pancakes are bad mmkay? Also, the refire was also undercooked on one side. - Service was pretty awful. Hostess didn't communicate that she was grabbing menus and returning shortly. - The waiter wasn't much better. 5 minute wait at the start. Didn't bring water (all the other tables had it?), didn't check if the food was alright, and was just generally confused and slow (maybe this is why it was cold?). - No coffee refill? - The biggie, none of the food was really tasty. I suppose the yoke's on me for thinking the positive reviews meant things were improving, but they're not. It's not hard to see either, a look at folk's faces, and no one looks happy eating their meal. Either the entire restaurant needs Xanax, or something is seriously wrong at Eggspectation.
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Carmen C.
i'm not a breakfast person but my husband is. i love coming to Egg for breakfast there is plenty on the menu i can eat and my husband gets to have breakfast. i come often for lunch love their salads. i can always count on great service and great food! i've also used their catering services on many occasions and highly recommend it.
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Lesley T.
Eggspectations, you most certainly did not meet my expectations. I've been here before, but not in a few years. Thought I'd come back today and remind myself of how good it is. Yea, our meals were good...we were content. Drinks, not good at all. Service however....not so much either. Awful. Terrible. Won't be back. Customer service is extremely important as apart of a dining experience. If you don't like your job, quit. If you know you're not doing the job well, quit. If you know you don't care for the customers satisfaction, quit.
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Sep S.
I was told on many mornings by many of friends and others, that i make a mean delicious omellete. Indeed I love making omelletes or anything with eggs in it. And I'm damn good at it. So when I saw a place that serves omellettes from morning until day until night; &** YEAH!; i damn well checked it out; and yeah, i had an omellete for dinner. I got this avocado, mozarrella, cheesy, fresh tomato, garlicky, meaty omellete; which comes with toast and fine butter; and add to that a hot chocolate/coffee blend they have here; and you know what, yeah, it was good. I love omelettes. I can eat an omelette anytime of day. Probably wasnt as good as the ones i make, but still, when you're out in the middle of nowhere for no good reason and its cold, get yo goddamn omelete and be a boss. And that's what I did. And it was good. Remember, Omelette for dinner. In all frankness, this place is delicious. Check it out. OK OK OK. fine. My EGGspectations were met!!! hu hhuhu huh!!?!? lol. cheers fellas!
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Erin H.
Food was overall undercooked and wait staff was unavailable. Sent the bacon back to finish cooking; was almost finished eating my omelet (slightly undercooked, but edible) before I could get someone's attention to ask when the bacon was coming back. When she brought me the bacon (the old stuff or fresh?), she said the manager was coming over to talk to me. The manager never showed. The toast was warm, but not what a reasonable person would consider as "toasted", but didn't send it back because was still waiting for the bacon and still looking for wait staff. Wasn't offered a coffee refill until the meal (including bacon) was finished and no one came around pouring coffee, plus couldn't find anyone to ask for coffee. Was offered a dessert menu after breakfast though. Cooking and customers seemed to be duel inconveniences for this restaurant on this particular day.
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Tiffany F.
Great breakfast spot. It opens really early which is very cool on the weekend. The crepes with chicken, mushrooms and peppers was really good. This is my first time but won't be my last time here!
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Ashwin M.
Saturday Brunch: Not up to par with my many stellar experiences at Eggspectations in Columbia. Mostly it was the service that came up short. Had to remind our waiter three or four times for silverware, small plates and bread, and entrees took forever. My Spinach Florentine Benedict was yummy, and both friends who got Egg-Chiladas devoured them in no time. Awesome hot chocolate too. Would give 4 stars, but deducting one for subpar service and because one friend's huevos rancheros was rock hard (the tortilla). That said, my party of 7 got seated within 15 mins on a Saturday at noon, not bad! It's always nice that they can seat incomplete parties without any problems.
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Laurie K.
The breakfast is good, and it's very crowded on the weekends. But the lunch and dinner offerings are to be avoided at all costs. Go to drink, sit out on the patio and people watch. Enjoy the desserts. But for a meal when you're hungry? No, try the nearby restaurants.
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Hina C.
Don't waste your time or money. They don't even use good eggs because this place is a bad egg :P nothing special you can make a better quality and better tasting breakfast at home.
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Emily R.
Great food for breakfast but an insane wait on the weekend since there are no reservations. Dinner food is average at best and the service is really lacking, even with a half empty restaurant.
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Neal Gone Daddy H.
We got here on a Sunday at 10am right before a big rush came in. We ordered huevos rancheros and chesapeake eggs benedict. first bad sign was the huevos rancheros came out with the remains of the bottom of the tortilla chip bag, all cracked and stale. the egg whites were also raw on the over easy eggs. yuck... but the chesapeake eggs benedict was the worst thing of all. it seemed like they just cracked open a can of crab meat and made some sprinklings on top of two mucky benedict lumps and charged us $18.00. The whole mess stunk to high heavens.
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Phx D.
Great unique spin on breakfast. Fresh ingredients, great service, great ambiance. Definitely Recommend it. Down side, no parking.
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La B.
When we've come on both occasions they dont have any pie! However the food is good. We've had the western omelet, french toast flambe, and steak and eggs. All are really good and well flavored. We dig the hot cocoa too. They have pepsi products, but not many alcoholic drinks. The menu is vast with items from sandwiches, to crepes, to fish. Booths and tables are all accommodating and spacious and wheelchair accessible. Staff are professional each time we visited and know the menu well.
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Lalou A.
We were visiting from out of town and decided to try this place. Wow were we sorry. The waitress was friendly enough, but the food took forever to arrive. Another person in our party had to wait 15 minutes for a salad with not many other people in the place! They served what tasted like old garlic bread. My daughter and I ordered burgers hers with ketchup only, I with onion rings, her with fries. We ordered them medium well but when they arrived hers had everything on it and both came out burned. I tell u if they are trying to provide hockey pucks to the nhl they are on the right track. The waitress told us the cooks were Spanish and couldn't understand. Do you need to speak English not to burn the hell out of your food? So we sent them back they came back much quicker than the 20 minutes we waited last time not quite as burned. The manager came back and apologized but actually said the burgers were ordered medium well and cooked to perfection by her best chef!!!!! I told her that I don't know what your version of perfection is but this not it she fake apologized and quickly rushed off to remove it from our bill. Unbelievable. Do not waste your money or time at this place or you'll be sorry! (This was written by my husband Michael, he was so beside himself! LOL!)
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Siv L.
Came here for brunch at 9:30 and fortunately there was no wait. The menu is extensive so it was hard to narrow down what we wanted. I ordered the All American (2 eggs fried, medium, potatoes, beans, fruit garnish, and 2 slices of bacon, Canadian bacon, ham, sausage, toast) -- everything was great and I especially liked the potatoes that were served with sauteed mushrooms. My boyfriend ordered an omelette with egg whites, mushrooms, veggies with a side of corn beef hash. He also ordered a smoothie (which was kind of expensive $7). Service was fast, everything was good. Would come again.
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Starr C.
I was in downtown Silver Spring for dinner and we decided mostly on a whim to go to Eggspectation. Since it was Saturday night, we did have a bit of a wait. The hostess gave us a buzzer and we browsed the shops for a short while before heading back just as they buzzed us. Service is very nice. A little bit on the slow side, but again, considering it was Saturday night, I have nothing to complain about. I ordered a vegetarian omelette and my date had the Bagel Benedict? My omelette was fine. Nothing super spectacular, it's a pretty simple veggie omelette that came with some grapes (I was sort of confused by this XD) and potatoes that seemed to have soaked up a bit too much of the oil they were fried in. Our server kindly brought me salsa when I asked for a small dish. He was a bit slow bringing out my toast that is supposed to come with my omelette though? Luckily, I changed my bread a few minutes in, but I was kind of concerned that making my toast was taking as long as it did. Neither of us had ever had eggs Benedict before (shocking, I know), so I can't really comment on how it was. Atmosphere was pretty nice. There was a nice buzz of people, dimmed lights, and smooth music covering everything. It's good for an intimate get-together. All in all, I love having breakfast foods for dinner, but I feel like it could've been done better.
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Libby F.
Happy Hour at Eggspectation: Coming here for happy hour is like going to T.G.I.Friday's for happy hour. Generic food, but not bad food. If you are looking for bargain prices in Downtown Silver Spring then this is the place for you. For one thing, happy hour goes to 8pm! All appetizers except for the mini crab cakes and crab quesadillas are half-off. That means you can get a decent-sized chicken quesadilla for $5.00. I had the bruschetta and it wasn't my favorite; not something I'd order again, but $2.75 for a Sam Adams draft just might draw me back to their patio again. Doggies welcome.
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Jannett L.
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants. The good is always delicious and the service is great. Last time I went was for Valentines Day, my boyfriend and I had the Valentine's day special which was a great deal. I couldn't get over how good the Grilled Salmon was. Plus, I love all the egg-puns! Definitely recommend!
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Clare M.
Interesting menu. Good desserts and coffee. Nice atmosphere. I'd go back
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Adam G.
The food is pretty good, but not for the price. It's never tough to get a table, though, and the service is generally reliable. Our server was courteous but forgot to bring our toast after explicitly mentioning she would. Also, when you have to pay almost $4 for a small juice, even if it is fresh squeezed, it's disheartening.
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David P.
Absolutely phenomenal breakfast location. I had the 'Yoke around The Clock' earlier this summer and it is still the best breakfast I have had in years. Very popular place, for the right reasons, and we will definitely be back next time we are on the east coast!
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Sasha N.
After some less than favorable reviews about the service, I was hesitant. I had brunch here in July, 2014 and the service was amazing. Very attentive young waitress, took our order promptly, etc. We sat in an outside table which was really nice. Great food. A little pricey, but I would definitely go back.
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Octavia M.
I dined here for brunch on 2/5/2014 with my husband and daughter. This was our first time here and we were having mixed reviews between the Silver Spring location and the Elliott City location. After reading several reviews for both locations, we decided on the Silver Spring location. Upon arrivial I had called this location to just verify the location and to just get some basic information. I spoke with the mananger Scott and he was just delighted.. I informed him of the mixed reviews in which I was getting from the Silver Spring location and he insured me that I would have a pleasent time. We arrived shortly after 12 noon and was seated promptly. Upon arrivial I noticed the decor from the outside coming in. I was very modern and chic. We sat next to the fireplace and the place was just grand from there. Our server, Dominic was just awesome he came over and greeted himself right away. We ordered the crab dip for an appetizer and it came out in a timly fashion. I was FANTASTIC. For our main dishes we ordered the the southwest omelet and the eggstravagana. TWO THUMBS UP EGGSPECTATION.. The best yet.. I plan to visit this weekend. See you all soon:)
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Virdina M.
Service here can be really crappy and inconsistent BUT their omelets and yogurt/granola are good. My little sisters liked their chicken tenders and fries. I also do love their smoothies. It's a decent place in downtown SS.
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LMarie C.
Food is ok. Breakfast is good...dinner is overpriced. The omlettes are fresh. Dinner food was a bit bland and just ok.
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Charlotte S.
The food here is fantastic! I've come here with friends multiple times and will continue to do so. The breakfast food here is so good and fresh! I love the grits they serve here, so much flavor! I also had this really good burger here one time, I think it was a Mango Burger or something. It was like a regular burger with mango and a special dressing, it was soo good! I just wish they would slice the mango differently so if doesn't keep sliding off the burger (cut it more like slabs than fries). Not a big deal, will definitely be back!
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Tim H.
Lots of interesting things to try--definitely worth coming back to again and again. You should definitely go into it with high eggspecta...oh never mind. There's a broad selection of breakfast favorites, occasionally with a unique twist (their 'eggcentricies'). Everything I've had has been delicious, though as with all breakfast foods there seems to be a stark divide between sweet and savory. I haven't tried anything not breakfasty. The drinks/juices are good too but pricey. It's not as creative a menu as you might hope for (especially in the waffle/pancake/french toast category), but it's certainly solid and has good vegetarian / healthy options that aren't totally lame. It'll be crowded when you really want to go (weekends for brunch), but it's never taken me more than a half hour to get in, and it's right at the fountain so come during the Farmer's Market and walk around a bit while you wait. I'm very glad to have an Eggspectation in the neighborhood--it's a great place to take family or friends for a reliable breakfast that's nicer than a diner.
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Maxxy C.
Very disappointing. I ordered the Tuna Nicoise salad. There were no green beans in this salad! Tuna Nicoise salads have green beans added. They were included on the menu but not in the actual salad. The chocolate martini was the worse ever! It was not creamy. This is an amateur place. Avoid it, they are not ready!!!!
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Carissa C.
This place has really gone down customer service wise. The food is still the same, some days are better than others. But the customer service is just annoying ! Half the time they never greet you when you enter and everyone knows how important that is. You have to wait for someone.. or ANYONE to seat you. Calling to place an order for pickup is a nightmare, the phone rings for close to a minute, then you have to hold. Maybe they're short staffed or maybe they lost their Eggspectation, funky vide but either way this place deserves two stars.
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Bryan W.
Probably one of the worst dining eggsperience in my life! I ordered a simple dish with sliced Canadian Bacon eggs and crepes. And it reminded me of the bar scene from The Ricky Bobby story. The crepes were pre made, which I don't have a big problem with but they were as thick as pancakes! They were stored in plastic and "nuked" in that same plastic. You could actually see the marks from the bag on these massive pancake, ummm I mean crepes. I tried to eat the other components but the Canadian Bacon tasted and looked like regular processed Ham. COLD EGGS! I asked for a menu so I could order something else. Medium Rare Bacon cheese burger. It was just a little seared on both sides . The cheese didn't even melt. Very slow service. I always wondered why the locals call the street Hellsworth Drive..
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Val A.
this was a pleasant surprise. I was expecting an ihop experience but the food was better, the potatoes were tasty and the shakes were very refreshing. We sat outside and had a table that was on uneven ground, my daughter spilled her fresh squeezed OJ and they cleaned it up and didn't charge for the refill, very very cool.
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Michelle B.
Solid 4 Wait time family of 5 - 5 Waitress - very nice, professional, pleasant and knowledgeable of food - 5 Food presentation - 4 Originality - 4 Taste- 4 Overall experience - 4 Didn't get a 5 rating because there is always room for for improvement . Coffee could be better
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Edwin M.
I just had the most delicious burger EVER!!! I got the eggspectation burger and WOW... My new favorite place to pig out! I don't know why this place received three stars. Must be the long lines. Only con I have is that they could have gave me more fries, Huge burger and little fries. Definitely will be back again!!!
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Peg H.
Ate here twice: Breakfast and lunch... Food was pretty good but service is slow. First meal no one else there but think the cook struggled to make the order efficiently. Lunch: the place was busy so it was slow due to the #of customers... Beverage never came so service was the issue. Glad they make accommodations for Gluten Free!
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Brett M.
Breakfast is the best stuff on the menu and there is definitely a lot of it! I wouldn't go here for dinner.
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Walter M.
I dined at the Eggspectation in Silver Spring, Great view if your sitting outside. My wife and I had the Groupon deal and they respected it as long as you had the voucher in hard copy; they don't accept the voucher from your phone. I had the jambalaya dish, and it was fair. They do serve a good portion, but too big. They're not selfish in adding all the meat or seafood. What I didn't like about the dish was it was too heavy on the cream or oil. Also, their meat is frozen, not fresh. however, it wasn't too much of a dealbreaker. My wife had the tropical chicken salad. She said it was terrible, because it did not bring the sunflower seeds or the papaya that was supposed to come with it. Also, the chicken had way too much seasoning. Overall, I would go there again for just the breakfast and burgers. Everything else in the menu they end up screwing up. Burgers are decent. Breakfast is good.
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Aubrey B.
Was really looking forward to breakfast here, but was slightly disappointed. Had the western breakfast burger, basically a western omelette on a brioche bun topped with lettuce and tomato. Wasn't great, but wasn't awful, just mediocre. This, combined with poor, slow service would make me hesitant to come back.
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Nichole N.
Originally I was unsure what to expect but since they had a GROUPON for this place I decided to check it out. I had breakfast for dinner and was so excited until I tasted my food. The portions were a bit small, under seasoned and nothing that I couldn't make myself. Overall, Eggspectation is not a breakfast place just a place that happens to serve breakfast items all day. A true foodie knows what I mean by that!
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Shachi B.
*Booming Announcer's Voice* Ladies and Gentlemen, if you like generic, bland, uncreative chains, then boy, do we have a place for you! Introducing... Eggspectation! Back to my review: It's a chain, and you can feel it the second you walk through the door. Everything seems too well placed, and even the spiral bound menu gives it a Cheesecake Factory feel. Oh the humanity! Anyway, on to the food... My food was terrible. I've been here a couple of times, and each time the food failed miserably to impress me. I LOVE me some breakfast, but when blueberry pancakes are merely plain pancakes with blueberries sprinkled around the edge of the plate, I'm gonna look elsewhere. The syrup on the side was warmed, which was a decent touch. Too bad the pancakes were room temperature. I've also had the Eggs Benedict and just like their namesake, they are a traitor to eggs everywhere. Terrible. Simply terrible. Was the hollandaise made from a freakin' mix or something? My friends seemed to enjoy their eggs and quiche respectively, but nothing looked tremendously appetizing - the plates were so overloaded with garnishes, side dishes and other things that it became a little overwhelming to even look at. Also, DO NOT order the lemonade! Minimal lemon taste, maximum sugar high. In fact, I suspect it's just crystal light in a pitcher. Eww. If you're craving breakfast, stick with a simple Mom & Pop place or a small business elsewhere. This place just isn't worth it.
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Marie Y.
Went one night wanting breakfast and ordered the Chesapeake Eggs Benedict.... #perfection with great service!!!
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Charmie S.
My first eggsperience (ha, sorry!) with these guys was in Montreal. I was home recently and hit it up for breakfast. Never fails. Believe it or not, I've never had one of their omelettes, their signature dish. It always looks to big for one, so I had one egg, french toast, and the potatoes. The service was super speedy, and the waiter was accommodating to let us move to an outdoor table. I asked for my eggs over medium and they came as so.The Canadian bacon was crisp, well done. The French toast was perfect -- not over-egged. Whatever the house syrup was, it was sweet! The best part for me is always the menu. All the egg references never quite get old. Always eggciting!
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Amir K.
The food is great and cheap for the quality you will get. specially considering there are not so many place with Saturday brunch in Montgomery county. However, you might wait forever and your bacon can never be crispy enough.
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Jennifer C.
Usually an avid patron, I am EXTREMELY disappointed in the worst $20 I've ever spent on a meal. I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict. Once upon a time this was a poached egg and lump crab cake on an English muffin with hollandaise. NOW it is a poached egg on English muffin with cold hollandaise sprinkled with crab remnants (with shells)! And they still charge over $18 for it!!! Awful! If you value your hard-earned dollar, do not go there until they begin valuing us as customers.
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Tara L.
The place to go to watch a game and drink a smoothie in downtown Silver Spring. This is eggs-actly what I did last weekend when I met up with my lady ballers. While it may be a more common practice to drink a beer while watching the game, it was much more refreshing to watch while sipping on on a mango-banana fruit smoothie. I never even realized there were so many television screens here above the bar area. I'm disappointed to report however, that I was less than impressed by the food I ordered here the following week for lunch. You probably know that I have a tendency to often order outside of whatever a restaurant is known for. (Always unintentionally.)Following this trend, I skipped on the egg dishes and went for a turkey club sandwich with fries. The sandwich was huge, but was overpowered by a crap ton of turkey. The fries were crisp and warm but lacked flavor. Our waitress, on a brighter note was fabulous and attentive, but otherwise the dining experience was fairly average and far from eggstra-ordinary. Other than the bar area, I think what this place has going for it is menu versatility: there are so many dishes to choice from that you are sure to find something for anyone here. Oh and they got love for da kids! On Mondays, children under 12 eat free with the purchase of a regular entree.
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Monica S.
From first glance the menu looks awesome! Don't let it fool you. It is long and over drawn out. So many items to choose from. The hostess did not even speak I just told her one please. The waiter took a while to come and take my drink order. I ordered the Boca Raton eggs Benedict. Sounded great... Nothing good about it besides being edible. I needed ketchup for the potatoes and hot sauce for the eggs bene. The egg was not poached but rather hard boiled. The hollindase tasted like a powder mix and the guacamole was scarce but almost brown in color. The almost absent fruit of the day being grapefruit looked as if it has been sitting out for days on end. It was super dry to the touch. In all I was excited about the menu but highly disappointed. Between the staff and food I would not reccomend this place.
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Y V.
Disappointed after high eggspectations. I didn't realize this was a chain. After seeing a huge line at this place on a Saturday afternoon, I thought this had to be a great place. I like all foods and all things fried eggs, but this was such a let down. You'd thing a place with "egg" in the name would be good at making eggs. It's not. Don't expect something amazing or crazy. I'd put it a notch or two above IHOP but only because the restaurant setting makes you think you think you should be getting better food.
We came here a week ago for brunch and it was rather underwhelming, unfortunately. I've always been curious about this place (mostly because of the name! :P) but it turned out to be disappointing. I got the Southwestern Benedict and it was just okay. If the service was a bit better, I would've added another star but really I don't blame our server. It just looked like the staffing was off because there were so many people there for brunch and just such few servers to accommodate everyone appropriately. I know they can only do so much when they're understaffed but we waited so long for simple things like coffee, hot sauce (I can't eat without it), and refills on water. With the food just ordinary, but expensive, and the service scattered - I don't think I'll be coming back.
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Hain L.
i don't get the hype about this place -- overpriced & bland food and a boring menu. I'd much rather go to a real diner.
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Tiffany H.
Love the food, service was friendly and they didn't mind my friend's raunchy jokes, in fact the waiter joked along with us!! We had a great experience and lots of fun. Only drawback was that it was cold and the chairs were uncomfortable. They also did not take reservations but I am not sure if that was just the time I called or not.
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Monticello Y.
These guys would be good if they hired some people who knew the difference between medium and well done. It really makes a difference
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Tawana A.
The food is GREAT but the service sucks! I've been at this establishment 3 times. The first time was superb. The second I just chalked it off to a bad night. This last time was enough for me to vow not to return. Waiting 12 minutes for water and for the waitress to return to take our order was insane. To almost have to get our own silver ware was insane. To have to go to the bar to get my check, or better yet have the waitress at the bar call me to come over to the bar to get my check, was crazy. I'm big on tipping but tonight they got nothing. It was well deserved.
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Sarah M.
I've been here twice since my first review, and I just really need to recommend the mango burger and the banana pancakes. SO GOOD. Especially the mango burger. The orange-honey mustard sauce is delicious and goes so well with the mango. The food is really good, and I'd give it 5 stars now, except for the fact that a group and I had to wait almost an hour for a table once, which was ridiculous since they could have moved two smaller empty tables together.
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Ros K.
I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict* (Two eggs poached on a bed of lump crab meat with gruyère cheese and our classic hollandaise sauce.) Even though the description states the the eggs are on a BED of LUMP crab meat this was clearly not the case! I had a few STRINGS of crab meat under a slather of hollandaise sause (I guess so you could not tell that there was NO crab meat). When I asked the waiter where my crab meat was, he said that it comes like that. This this is suppose to come with chef's seasonal fruit garnish and grilled potatoes. The potatoes are not grilled but fried and the seasonal fruit consisted of one slice of melon and one orange slice. You would enjoy this place if you like misleading menus and small portions.
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Alexandra S.
As one would expect from the name, their egg dishes are really excellent. I have an omelet almost every time I go and they cook it just right. The service can be a bit slow around Sunday brunch time so we just sit at the bar counter where the service is always great. Coffee is pretty good too and the muffins are good albeit not the best ever.
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Duke F.
This place reminds me of many hangovers in DC area... located downtown silver spring .. I always meet my boi t lewis at this place. The bartender krysti at that time always makes my drinks beyong strong. I call it alcohol poison.. when order the long island ice tea;; they always give u a tall glass with 99 percent liquor and a splash of coke. They have great deal bar menu: chicken wings with reasonnable price; quesadilla; calamari and much more. Nice area to chill and have a drink.
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Bailey G.
We came for brunch and were completely and pleasantly surprised. The pictures don't do it justice- there are a ton of options and its a little pricey (but totally worth it). It was the perfect brunch! You want to go here!
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Monisha C.
Roasted red pepper chicken crepe was fairly tasty, but overpriced, slow service, and empty room kind of put a damper on whatever was going for it. Good for a change of pace relative to the other options available in that area, in that there are eggs in everything -- and by the way, the menu is overwhelmingly long -- but not too impressed. A good concept in need of major revisions.
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Ronald W.
Their customer service is very good. We hosted a meeting for 30 and they catered to our every need. I recommend for large parties or corporate meetings.
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Molly T.
Boo. Forget this place. Go to Tastee Diner down the street. Eggspectation is overpriced and just not that good. Not 'bad,' per say, but I won't be going back here.
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Miss L.
Don't order the crab cake. Tiny! This was actually one of our favorite places to eat. But recently, I ordered the crab cake (which I've ordered many times before). It was literally half the size that it has been in the past. I complained. The manager came over and she gave me some lame excuse about the crab cake being packed too tightly. NO! I'm not blind or stupid. That crab cake was tiny. Usually I can't eat it all and I have to get a to go box. This day I finished all of my food, and was still hungry. The crab cake is good, but totally not worth $15.99. Note to restaurant: If you're going to decrease the size, decease the price. Enough of my crab cake rant. They do have nice happy hour specials. The bartenders tend to forget that you're there if you sit in the tables instead of at the bar. Undecided about returning. Thanks for reading!
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M. J.
I was there on a regular Saturday night with two kids. I am not a hard to please diner but the place was filthy, as in garbage under the tables filthy, dropped food, old napkins, straws, crayola packets etc. There were vast trails of water on the floor making everything even stickier. This place is in desperate need of a face lift. The food was okay, came in a timely fashion. The service was fine. I had a groupon. I will not be back.
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Jose V.
It was good! The food, the service, and the experience!
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H A.
I went to this establishment because I was expecting great brunch food. However, it was overall disappointment. I love coffee so I ordered a mocha latte. Instead what I got was more like hot cocoa. It was soo sweet and it tasted like it was made from a bag of powder and stirred with hot water or from a machine at 7-11. I asked them how they made it and it was not explained very well. I end up sending it back for OJ. The OJ had some black thing floating in it. By this time, I decided to just keep it and drink the water I had. When my meal came, I was thinking omg should have gone somewhere else. My banana pancakes were plain pancakes. They forgot. I sent it back for banana pancakes. When it came again, I was very disappointed. Banana slices were cut and added to the top of the plain pancakes. Of all the breakfast place I have been when I order specially made pancakes, the fruit or chocolate chips etc were added to the batter. It was overall disappointing. I wanted my money back. I definitely would not come back. This place is worst then Denny's. If you want to go here, I would tell you to go to Denny's instead.
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Lisa R.
We chose this place as a good family bruch site because we wanted to go to the movies in Silver Spring. Amazingly for a breakfast place, the coffee was absolutely abominable. I had a wedge salad which was pretty good, but everyone else complained about their spinach crepes and waffle benedicts: it tasted pre-packaged, not fresh. We ordered espresso and cappuccinos to finish off the meal and they were also undrinkable: the same terrible flavor as the drip coffee, but in smaller cups or with foamy milk. The inside is cold, sort of like a cavern, and noisy.
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Lisa G.
Respectable for a chain! You might have to wait to get seated, and service might not be the most attentive, but the food is incredible. Everything is very tasty and well-seasoned or sauced. I usually get the Chesapeake Benedict. The worst part about this place is that there are too many options. I always want one of each. Seems like everyone knows this is THE place to go to nurse a hangover, ha!
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Phi N.
Ordered the eggs benedict, strawberry french toast and bacon. Had fresh orange juice to complement it. Delicious! I also split the ruben sandwich. It was pretty good in my opinion. I don't eat them often so I don't know what to compare it to, but I'd order it again. I don't know what this Dee girl was talking about... but my service was on point, waiter was really nice and fast with refills. My strawberries were fresh! They were really sweet, but my fatass dipped it in syrup anyway... and my hollandaise sauce was not orange... it was a really bright yellow though. I posted pictures so you can see! lol I hope you have a good experience here like I did!
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Lauren M.
Solid breakfast spot.
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Eva Marie O.
I been there once for breakfast and once for lunch. Both meals were amazing. Also the dessert is amazing! (Yes, I ordered a slice of cake with my breakfast!) This is a great date night kind of place too.
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Danny F.
The 3 star average really does a disservice to this place. I'm not sure what the issue is, but when I came here for a quick breakfast, this place got the job DONE. Because of time restraints, me and my buddy decided to sit at the bar. I had the eggstravaganza. Because I was in the mood for eggs benedict though, I asked for the eggs to be poaches and a side of hollandaise sauce. When the food came out, it was perfect. I ate up the eggs along with the french toast that the plate came with it in complete satisfaction. Nothing tasted denny's/IHOP- like. The french toast, though was beyond normal. It was incredible, and to think it was complimentary to my eggs is crazy. I like this place.
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Greg M.
Firstly, good food. Now for the details....Tables are not separated by anything, making lunch time difficult to carry a conversation on with your table with the general noise from all the other tables. Also, very expensive, $15 for a salad? Really, it was okay, but not AMAZING.
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Kelly G.
On 8/13/11, the inimitable w/Wilson R. invited me to breakfast at Eggspectation. It was absolutely delicious. I am a HUGE fan of breakfast anyway. But a place that specializes in eggs? OMG. Hog heaven. I had the french toast breakfast. It came with 2 eggs, potatoes, turkey sausage, and fruit! Lighter fluffier french toast I've never tasted. And the syrup was warm. And eventhough I am THAT coffee girl, I must admit, I truly enjoyed the cup of steamin' joe provided by eggspectation. I'm a fan and will definitely return to this lovely spot.
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Address :923 Ellsworth Dr
Silver Spring, MD, 20910
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Breakfast, Brunch Parking : Garage Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Raye F.
Sigh! I was excited about this experience, but so let down by service and overall taste. Slurped down my mimosa in anticipation of enjoying 2, but once the service went downhill with several orders missing items and abandoned menu items that were previously ordered for the kitchen to prepare...I lost my "buzz." The manager was apologetic, but didn't have a stellar attitude. Once our server made countless mistakes, things were awkward. One could tell that she was embarrassed and the last thing she wanted to do was continue to serve us. I felt bad for her because we weren't rude or unruly. They were honest mistakes, just a little too many for one table. On to the food: For some odd reason I craved French toast this particular morning(I usually eat it once a year). I ordered EGGSTRAVAGANZA* two any-style eggs(scrambles with cheese), two slices of brioche French toast with maple syrup, turkey sausage, and Lyonnaise-style potatoes. for $13.49 Now this may sound like an awesome meal, but it was nothing to shout about. I was underwhelmed. It didn't meet any expectations that I had about it being amazing. The location is perfect, but I doubt I will return to dine. not so happy :/
(2)Maria C.
Very busy and a bit loud for me but the food and service was awesome !
(4)Elizabeth W.
The joy of working for a public school system is spring break and brunch with some teacher friends when we would normally be working. Eggspectation is a great place for brunch! There were few people around when we arrived, but it got busier as we sat there and chatted. Our server was very patient while we waited for everyone to show up and patient yet again when we were too busy talking to decide what to eat. My friends all quite enjoyed their food. But, we all agreed this is not a place we would come to often unless we were nearby. I do have to say though, that we enjoyed playing with Egg words the whole time. I can see how it would get old quickly though. Food-wise, I got the Sugar Shack on our server's recommendation, and was extremely happy with my pick. Nothing like crepes with my ham, eggs and potatoes! My friends enjoyed the Smoked Salmon Benny, the Florentine Benedict, the Belgian Waffle Pagé, and the Strawberry Blonde Crepe. The coffee I got was nothing special and I probably wouldn't get it again. Without anything in it, it tasted very dull.
(4)Sara J.
We had brunch at Eggspectation the other day and the food was good. The staff that helped us looked like there were other places he would rather be and when asked about menu items, he gave unhelpful responses ("What's cafe au lait?" "A latte."). The prices are a bit high for what you get and the place was a bit dirty - food in the menus, old chocolate sauce on the syrup containers (we didn't order anything chocolate!), etc. If you don't mind traveling for brunch, honestly, go to Founding Farmers for similar prices, better food, and better servers.
(2)Nomin D.
We came in here to use our groupon. And it was our first time there. Ambiance is cute and comfortable. Food was okay. I got French dip, but the dip was sooooo salty that I could t eat it with my sandwich which defeated the purpose. Then, my mom got some kind of meat on rye and it wasn't well season at all. So would I come back, yes to try the happy hour. But not the food.
(4)Heather M.
First off I would like to say that I LOVE the Eggspectation in Ellicott City. My parents were in town and were were closer to this one and wanted to take them. BAD IDEA. I knew that the one in Ellicott gave 50% discount to military so I thought that maybe the offer that to law enforcement as well and when I asked the server she looked at us like we were crazy. And she said they only give 10% discount to military here. We ordered the chicken and waffles and the waffle was soggy and so was the fried chicken and it came with a weird gravy that we did not touch after tasting it. The poached eggs on the benedict we ordered were wayyyyy overcooked. I mean the yolk was not runny AT ALL. We were going to send them back but our server NEVER came to check on us and we never even saw here to wave her down. And the biscuits and gravy was meh. Not very tasty. We all ordered coffee and towards the end of our meal we finally spot our server and ask her for refills but she NEVER came back. Then we were just sitting and talking and so we asked her again for coffee and she didn't even remember she was suppose to bring us some before. If you get a chance, the Eggpspectation in Ellicott is worth going to but I don't know what this place was. AVOID!
(1)Tracey J.
I was invited to a meeting over brunch with one of my colleagues and today the place was Eggspectation... and unfortunately this one did not meet my Eggspectations. I ordered a gingerbread latte (tasty) and the Strawberry Blonde crepe (with whipped cream) and a side order of bacon. Not sure where the error was, with the server or the kitchen, but I had to remind her that I'd asked for both bacon and whipped cream. My dining companion ordered the J'eggsbayala pasta and asked for "no red peppers" .... What do you think she got? A dish loaded with red peppers. She sent it back to have it remade and it didnt look so hot when it came back. She said it was bland and barely ate a third of it. I also noted the distinct flavor of onion toward the end of my crepe, and I'd bet money that whatever utensil was used to plate my crepe had been used immediately prior to plate an order of those lyonnaise potatoes or something. Not cool. I was hoping for a lot more and I don't think I'll be back. Sorry guys!
(2)Sabrina H.
I gave 2 stars because of the customer service. My husband and I have been coming to this restaurant the last 7 months, and the last 2 visits, including this one has been horrible. Our orders were always screwed up, then they tried to not serve my husband alcohol because his Virginia LIcense was vertical, but he is 24 years old AND has been buying alcoholic drinks from this same restaurant previous times without them giving us problems. The manager tried to explain this horrible reasoning how it's the law now in Maryland to not serve alcohol to vertical ID holders... That's BS because we never had any issues anywhere else in DC and MD. Then I am served coffee, not the tea i asked for. My husband waited for his appetizer for 30 minutes, which was just onion rings. There were egg shells in my scrambled eggs. Our servers never asked how the food was, didn't say you're welcome, and on top of that we had to ask for silverware and water after we received our food! I don't know what's going on with this place, but I'm upset because I love the food here...we are not coming back. Finding a new breakfast/brunch spot to be our favorite. Eggspectation in Silver Spring, get your customer service on point, because it sucks. And good food or not, it's not worth our time or money.
(2)Jackson C.
Of course as anyone would imagine or wonder- 'Does the name of the restaurant mean that everything has eggs in it?!' Not eggxactly! hehehehehe However, that doesn't mean you can't find EGG items on the menu. But you should at least try their egg special deals. Yes, I am a fan of this wonderful restaurant! The sad thing is, It has taken me a few years to add my review...(to my fans and readers) forgive me. My career has its banner seasons and this is where I have been for a while. Enough of all of that- this is supposed to be a review of this restaurant. hehehehehe Moreover, this restaurant has become of my favorite spots in the Silver Spring, MD downtown area. My first visit there was a few years ago with my wonderful friend (Girl friend) Geneva Renee. ;) Beautiful young lady and a wonderful singer. Anyway, we met up there to have brunch. We had a great time hanging out and the brunch was great! Now, because it was a few years back, I can't elaborate on the specifics of the meal and the service...I believe I had an Omelette, can't remember. Hehehe Anywayz- I've been back and continue to go back to have meetings and other meetups. The environment is wonderful, the atmosphere of the diverse customers are decent and respectful. The servers have always been polite and kind. Love the FIREPLACE they have there...gives you a home filling. Love how this restaurant is divided into three sections. 1. Bar side, 2. Dinning side, 3. Kitchen side. Bar is for the Happy hour peeps and the loud peeps. lol. The Dinning side is for people like me! Who like to have conversations and eat. The Kitchen side is for people who need something else going on while they eat. Hehehehee Okay, I'm writing this review to share info about the restaurant. Okay, so, I went back last week to meet up with a friend. (Who was LATE!) Okay, so while I was waiting on my party, I was greeted by Rachael who was our server. She was cute and polite. Of course they always ask if you'd like a drink and of course I always begin with water and lemons. (love that acquired taste) Next time I'll ask for cucumbers and lemons. Once my friend arrived, can you guess what I said? Hehehe, you guessed it- I said, "well, I've been EGGspecting you! Hehehehehe Anywayz, while I was waiting I got a chance to browse the menu and decided to have the Apple Cider Beer and it was light and delicious. I am a Stella man but I didn't want to go all out that evening. Now I didn't go all out on my meal because I knew that I was there to play catch up with my friend and not to chow down. So, I ordered a Greek Salad with Chicken but it was okay...not that great of a Greek Salad. But this was not a deal breaker. 3.5 I plan to return for the 4 top reasons listed above. I would like to encourage you to make this your stop when you visit the downtown silver spring area.
(4)Danny M.
Pretty good service & atmosphere. Good was delicious also. I went on a Saturday morning which I think is a solid day to go & get a quality seat. Can really bring the family or just do the date thing here. Nice establishment
(4)Michael L.
Place is fantastic, food is delicious and service is awesome. I don't get to come here often being that I live in New York, but it is always a stop when I come down
(4)Andrew G.
Based on previous reviews, I wasn't expecting much when I went. However, I had a Groupon $15 for $30 worth of food/drinks, and was in the mood for something different, so off I went. The ambience definitely needs work. The restaurant smelled a bit funny (but then again, I'm a bit sensitive to smells, so YMMV), and the whole place just felt a bit neglected and in need of some TLC. However, the service was very good. The waitress was friendly, listed her recommendations, and smiled. The food was delicious! Much better than IHOP, that's for sure. I had the mix-n-match omelette and strawberry pancakes. The strawberries piled on top of the pancakes were incredibly fresh, and the pancakes were just right - warm, soft, fresh. The sausage omelet was fresh and cooked just right. The strawberry-banana smoothie was delicious and healthy. Would I go again? Probably. Silver Spring's a bit out of the way, but more likely, yes. I just wish they could improve the environment and clean the restaurant up a bit. Five stars. This place has exceeded my expectations.
(5)Karen S.
Very overpriced for very mediocre breakfast food. I paid about $20 (including tip) for the "Oy Veg," which was potato pancakes with freakishly tasteless tomatoes (this is tomato season, for goodness' sakes), two eggs and apple sauce. The apple sauce was listed as "Chef's fruit garnish" on the menu, which is bizarre. I thought it meant there would be actual fruit. What's wrong with just calling it apple sauce? I also got a cafe au lait that didn't taste remotely of coffee. It looked pretty, though. Maybe at half the price I'd come back? Eh, maybe not. The only redeeming thing was our waitress, who very nicely gave us separate checks for all six of us.
(2)Laura P.
We came here for Saturday brunch and were surprised to be seated when we arrived (e.g. No normal Saturday brunch time wait)! From the beginning, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The menu has great options for vegetarians and those who require a gluten-free menu. I ordered the Greek yogurt, fruit and granola and the portion sizes were perfect for a morning appetite. The only reason I couldn't give five stars was the wait for the toast (for my boyfriend) and my order was incorrect the first time and it took more that a minute or two to resolve it. Oh, and parking in the Wayne garage is free on Saturday. Winning. Update: my second bowl of granola was better than the first. My new favorite place for homemade granola. Perfectly crispy, sweet and delicious roasted almonds.
(4)Kurt G.
Not from around the area so I yelped a good breakfast spot. I was not let down. The food was delicious and my server was top notch. I came in early and he went above and beyond what a typical server would do! Very energetic and knowledgeable about the menu. Made great recommendations and also told me a little bit about the area. The food was delicious. You may think it's hard to mess up eggs but they truly care about presentation and expectations. I didn't want the choice of baked beans so my server eagerly suggested and extra side to replace! Great choice!!!
(5)Heidi M.
Never been here before but lived right around the block. Looks like I found my new regular brunch spot! I had the Southwest Benedict and it was stunning. They have an amazing gluten free selection here too, as well as some rocking mimosas. Lovely menu selection that is all very well "egg"secuted!
(5)Matt G.
In town for a show, my group and I were looking for someplace in walking distance to grab a quick dinner. Some members of our group had more sensitive stomachs / palates and probably wouldn't have appreciated going to a curry house or Lebanese, so we erred on the side of caution and came here. It looked busy and the menu was varied enough that we all could find something. First off, this place is definitely geared towards the egg lover, as you can probably tell from the name - omelets and burgers are prominent on the menu. If something on the menu doesn't have eggs in it, you can probably add it (for a price). Not really feeling the whole egg thing at that time of day, I opted for a burger with brie and mushrooms, a combination I've grown to absolutely love. When asked how I'd like it cooked, I asked for medium rare, preferably rare - I wanted pink. I was a little shocked to see that my $12+ hamburger didn't come with anything aside from a small portion of fries, but chalked it up to being in the middle of a city. After a bit the food came out, I cut my burger in half, aaand... it was hockey pucked'. Brown all the way through and a tad on the dry side. Normally I wouldn't complain about that, but if I'm paying that much for a hamburger, it'd better be cooked properly. The waitress saw my disappointment and offered to have them replace it, so props up to her. A few minutes later and I got my replacement, which was obviously rushed through the kitchen (it looked like a Smashburger, they pressed it to make it cook faster). They at least managed to cook my replacement to something near medium, and the meat was a decent quality, although the whole thing was utterly swimming in grease. The brie worked well as it always does, and the mushrooms were - uh - being mushrooms I guess. Overall, it was an OK meal brought down by the fact that it was rather pricey for what you got, and the fact that they kinda screwed up one of the easiest things in the world to make - a hamburger. No discounts for the mistake, just a few extra french fries. Couple this with the fact that it was kind of expensive makes this a place I probably wouldn't return to. BurgerFi down the street gave me an equivalent burger and was half the price.
(2)Carson K.
I ate here once while staying in Silver Spring over spring break. I must say this is the best breakfast and service I have had in my life! Awesome staff!
(5)Brittney B.
I recently visited here for the 1st time and it will be my last visit. I was disappointed with the food and the service. I was with a party of 7, we ordered drinks from the bar. Our meals came before our drinks and the drinks were watered down. The manager tried to make amends by giving us each ice cream, which was served without spoons. Was given a voucher for a free smoothie, which I will probably give away. I expected better. #sadlydisappointed
(1)Nathania C.
Watch out for that bag tax! They charged us 6.50 in bag tax for food we ate there and didn't take any leftovers of (equivalent of 130 bags as bag tax in MD is 5 cents per). We caught it and they said "it happens all the time" and they couldn't fix it so they comped our appetizer. Sounds like a lot of other customers are overcharged and they don't check the receipts before giving them out! Additionally they charged more than the MD 9 percent tax for alcohol (14.49 in drinks and they charged 1.89 tax... that's 13 percent!) Food was ok, it was rich without any exciting or bold flavors, we weren't really excited by the Bayou Benedict or the Eggspectation Burger (which was ordered medium rare and came out medium well) the Firecracker Shrimp was pretty good if you're willing to risk being scammed by false taxes on the final bill.
(2)Ari H.
I have been to this place couple of times and everytime i come.. They mess up my order or something. I know forsure that i wont be coming back to this location.They need to improve their customer service!! I'm always served runny eggs when i tell them i want them well done. Last time, my husband and i were seated but the waitress didn't showup for 20mins... People next to us who were seated after us were served first... Then our order was placed on the table next to us and vice versa...coffee and toast were served when i was done eating most of my food. Never again. I've had it with this place. Please do yourself a favor.. If you really want to enjoy your meal then go elsewhere.
(1)Rob G.
We went there for a wedding rehearsal dinner and they claimed the air conditioning was on but the whole party was sweating and we all had to change our clothes after. I will not ever visit this restaurant again it was extremely uncomfortable and I almost passed out from heat exhaustion.
(1)Zariah G.
Stopped in to grab a late breakfast. My overall review= Meh. No silverware, no water serviced, server brought incorrect drink order. Mimosas were warm. The food is ok but not for the price or for the service. The other tables near ours receive incorrect or cold food. I hope it's an off day- but we won't be back.
(1)Janet L.
A-Ok breakfast/brunch spot. The yolks poached eggs on my classic benedict were just the right consistency. The fries (or hash?) that came with it were a bit dry but with some ketchup, they were fine. The coffee menu is good too. They also have crepes (which come in large large portions). Overall, if you're looking for a breakfast/brunch place, come here!
(3)Sarah M.
I've been here twice since my first review, and I just really need to recommend the mango burger and the banana pancakes. SO GOOD. Especially the mango burger. The orange-honey mustard sauce is delicious and goes so well with the mango. The food is really good, and I'd give it 5 stars now, except for the fact that a group and I had to wait almost an hour for a table once, which was ridiculous since they could have moved two smaller empty tables together.
(4)Sean P.
For those new to Eggspectation, it's pretty much exactly what the name implies: eggs. Eggs on everything. Eggs EVERYWHERE! Cooked, boiled, poached, sliced and diced onto and into pretty much everything you could imagine. And for those who hate our little ovumy friends, they offer plenty of options without (such as burgers, salads). The food was good, and the menu just as ever-extensive as I remember it. I got one of their specialty omelets, and it was fantastic. Cooked well, not greasy our waitress really accommodating to our special requests (side of salsa and lettuce wraps instead of buns on my wife's turkey burger). For the most part, everything tasted well and was enjoyable. I've been to the Eggspectation in Chantilly, VA several times before, and had some great experiences. Not so much here. The menu I received was covered in grease, with food splattered and crusted onto the pages, pages sticking together or torn. When you feel like you need to wash your hands after touching the menu that's generally not a good sign. Service as slow, especially towards refills or general check-ins. Once the food arrived, one of my compadre's burger was over cooked (he'd asked for medium rare). His replacement burger came out rather fast, but was hastily cooked, dripping with grease unlike the original. It was clearly rushed from the kitchen. I give them credit on trying to make things right (and fast) but the end result was just as disappointing (especially given I'd recommended the place to him). TL;DR: the food was good, but I've been to much, much better Eggspectations.
(2)M C.
It was an alright late lunch. But considering the name, I really would've expected the eggs to be better. They came out limp & cold, no fluffy scramble for me. Clearly the off-peak chef knew these were subpar, & hid them on my plate beneath a MOUNTAIN of delicious hot potatoes. Confusing. And now a weird story: Strangely, two ladies at the opposite corner of the room from me were playing music on a cell phone to be *just* louder than the overhead restaurant music. Not only one song, but for the entire time they were there. The staff didn't do anything about this noise pollution, so two tables near me left grumbling. Has anyone else encountered these unwelcome DJs?
(4)Christina S.
They don't do bottomless mimosas, and the mimosas they do serve are just a gulp of orange juice. Not worth the price, given the size and lack of alcohol. Eggspectation is particularly nice in the sun, because you can sit outside and watch the little kids freak out about the water shooting out of the ground about 10 feet away. I got some form of eggs benedict, which was tasty and just filling enough, but Eggspectation is really fairly expensive for the quality and the amount of food that you get.
(2)nancy c.
The food is quite good, and the breakfast selection is varied. I especially like the wide selection of specialty coffee drinks. But the real star are the breakfasts potatoes. The ambiance is also very nice. Not your average breakfast place. Very charming. The only downside is the price. It is quite expensive for what you get. We go for a treat once in a while.
(4)Judy A.
This place is awesome for brunch with friends!! The food is great! The service was fantastic! The decor is like something straight out of a Harry Potter movie. I loved it! The only draw back is the long wait. Make a reservation and you're set! Great place for brunch with friends!
(5)Annie L.
Had a surprisingly wonderful evening here as it's been about 5 years since we have been back and so much had changed since our first experience so-so experience. The menu has changed, their food was delicious and fresh, the best appetizers were the berry salad and brie crostini. I had the waffle Benedict and husband had the burger, which were also good. Had an awesome organic mighty leaf tea selection too! Pricing was a bit on the high end, but the service was what made it memorable, Brianna was absolutely friendly and gave great food recommendations, making our experience worthwhile even near closing time and she even gave us free smoothie coupons for us to come back next time. 11/29 updating my review, second time back, service and food downgraded from last time.. down rating stars, sorry disappointed in the chicken and waffles, but green monster smoothie made it up
(3)Kristen B.
Delicious, but not out of this world. The atmosphere is nice and the wait staff is OK. I've been there twice now and both the servers I had seemed inexperienced but friendly. The prices were fair I think for what you get. Anyway I'd go back for breakfast or brunch if your looking for a nice spot to take someone to, fair prices, and great location in downtown silver spring. Plus if you love eggs benedict (like me) they have over 8 varities !
(3)Kit W.
Overall the food is very average. Similar to a chain restaurant. The desserts look much better than they taste and the entrees can be a little pricey for the flavor of the dish.
(3)Tianna S.
Yuckity yuck yuck. I wish I liked this restaurant because so many people come to eat here. I've been a few times and sadly, I'm just very unimpressed. The service may be with a smile, but it's always slow. Today, we were helped by another server(not at our request) and I could feel the looks from the original server who's table we were holding up. I had the Lobster Benny and it was okay, but of course, I "eggspected" much better quality of lobster meat. The potatoes have never let me down and I ate most of them. My poached egg was cooked perfectly, so yes, they can make a good egg. Hooray.
(2)Romel M.
This place has a bad infestation of ROACHES look at your food before you eat it and look closely at your drink too, they have roaches everywhere
(1)Tom C.
Had the Chesapeake eggs Benedict. Overall pretty good but nothing extraordinary. Need to try out more of the menu before I can really give this place a proper review.
(3)Lisa G.
Respectable for a chain! You might have to wait to get seated, and service might not be the most attentive, but the food is incredible. Everything is very tasty and well-seasoned or sauced. I usually get the Chesapeake Benedict. The worst part about this place is that there are too many options. I always want one of each. Seems like everyone knows this is THE place to go to nurse a hangover, ha!
(4)Patreace T.
This was the first time I've experienced Eggspectation. My friend told me it was great but she had never been to the one in Silver Spring. There was a 30 minute wait which on a weekend could be expected. Once we sat down though and ordered there was another long wait for our food to come. When the food came out it was not hot. We didn't have silverware yet and my friends food which came with toast didn't have it. We asked about it and it was never brought. Then when we told our waitress again she said she would bring it but my friend was already done with her other food. The food was ok but it wasn't a great first impression I am not pressed to go back or tell anyone else to go. I had Eggstravaganza with French toast, bacon, scrambled eggs and potatoes. It was enough food to fill me up but maybe I will try a different location in the future.
(3)Hengxuan H.
Terrible service, dirty plates and silverware, but worst of all the food was not even fresh (tasted literally like used table cloth). Will never visit this place again.
(1)Rebecca F.
Left after being ignored for 15 minutes when there were only 4 other tables occupied. Skip this restaurant and spend your money elsewhere!
(1)Vicki K.
I came here for the first and last time today. My french toast flambe was good, soggy but good. The service was terrible. My server never came to check to see how everything was. When I asked where the restrooms were, I was pointed to them after her back was turned to me. I am new in town and trying to find new and good places to eat.
(2)Mya W.
I ordered the Eggsuberant meal and it was not good at all. The pancakes weren't fluffy and had too much confectioners sugar on it. The eggs weren't cooked correctly I asked for over easy and they were a little hard cooked and the potatoes were awful!!!! Bland, overcooked and tasteless(lacking serious seasoning). The turkey bacon was good. My waiter was disinterested and not attentive. Had to call him on his behavior. He was cool with it and he became more attentive. Although when I ordered the potatoes I asked for some grilled onions with it. Didn't come with the meal, he went and got it on the side. He bought a whole grilled onion, it was ridiculous. Didn't like the food at all. A waste of money.
(2)Sierra P.
I come here with my mom and husband on occasion for brunch and always have a pleasant experience when I visit. Nice staff and the food is always good (it isn't like POW amazing good - which is why I give it 4 stars, but it's good and I leave satisfied every time). The atmosphere is really unique too, and I love their bathrooms. I definitely recommend it over IHOP.
(4)Stefanie W.
Food was inedible. Sent back sandwich with soggy bread. Salad had little or no flavor or dressing. Iced teas had to be requested twice. Not going back anytime soon. this used to be a nice place to eat.
(1)Jason B.
Good food! I enjoyed myself and will stop by next time I am in town. The French toast was some of the best I had and you get pretty good portions.
(4)Michelle G.
I happened to visit this restaurant twice in one weekend. Once for brunch on a Saturday and once for dinner on a Sunday. After this disappointing double-dose, let's just say I don't "eggspect" to be visiting this restaurant again any time soon. Why did I go twice in one weekend if it was so disappointing you may ask? Well, I purchased a Groupon but didn't read the fine print - it had to used after 3PM. So we went once for breakfast and the next day for dinner (in order to use the Groupon). For starters, the bathrooms were pretty messy and kind of dysfunctional. For example, on my second visit the paper towel dispensers were just hanging open and none of the soap dispensers worked. Instead, someone had filled up a large kitchen squirt bottle with soap and left that on the counter. It was as if the manager just couldn't bothered with figuring out how to refill the soap or paper towel dispensers. At least the toilet paper dispensers were working. Secondly, the service was slow. On a Sunday night, the restaurant wasn't busy, but it still took a good 25 minutes for us to get our food. The server never checked on us after we received our food. Also, there was a really loud, really drunk lady sitting near us who could barely stand up. She kept raising her voice at her dining companion in a way that kind of demanded attention. Since we were the only ones sitting nearby, I guess management didn't think it was enough of a disturbance to ask her to leave. Actually, I never saw the manager, so who knows, maybe they just didn't care. Finally, the food wasn't good. On the Sunday evening, the salad I ordered was filled with some really limp, sad-looking lettuce and discolored cherry tomatoes. I was really disappointed and decided to wait for the server to come back so that I could send it back. Well, she never showed up and I didn't feel like roaming around the restaurant with my wretched little salad in hand, so I just ate the good parts (avocado, kalamata olives) and left the rest on the plate. It wasn't until after I left that I realized: Hey, that $13 salad was supposed to have CHICKEN on it! I am really kicking myself now for not realizing this at the restaurant. The fries on my husband's plate were stale. All in all, I didn't have a great "eggsperience" here and think it's a bit overpriced for what you're getting. Don't bother.
(1)Desiree M.
I've been here twice now. Once to dine in which everything tasted bland and fake. Like the eggs are not real and are substitute. So today I decided to try them again but instead of dining in I did pick up. The guy who took my order over the phone was very friendly but as soon as I walked inside I got a completely different vibe. Everyone was so stank and rude especially the bartenders. So I had to go to the bar to pick up my order and after being given a few death stares from the bartenders someone finally acknowledged me. After I told her my name not another word was spoken to me from that point forward. No give me one moment it'll be right out or here's your check. NOTHING. So I waited and realized someone placed the check in front of me so I placed my money inside, closed it and waited... And waited... And waited for over 10 mins and no one ever came back or said anything. My food was definitely ready as I placed the order 30 mins prior so what the hold up was beats me. Even if it wasn't ready or there was some type of issue at least say something or acknowledge my presence geesh!! So I waited a lil longer and after realizing they were intentionally ignoring me I took my money and walked out. So rude.... I should have asked for a manager but I had such little patience at the point I was so over it.
(1)Andrew W.
I left here tonight extremely disappointed. After about 45 minutes of waiting, the manager approached our table and informed us that the kitchen printer was broken and it would be just a little longer before our food comes out. She kindly offered us both a discount and a free dessert. The waiter then came over and offered the same. This was genuinely appreciated. When the food did finally come out, the waiter admitted that my friend's burger had been waiting in the window and was probably cold. Ok???? Why would you even serve something you know is bad? After dinner came and went, the waiter asked if we still wanted the cake. Obviously. So, it comes time for the bill to be split and he asks who will be paying for the cake. Really? We also did not receive a discount like promised. To top it off, the waiter made a joke about our cards being charged twice, which was not well received. I don't know if this is par for the course at Eggspectation, but I certainly have no desire to try it again. There are better places to spend your money in Silver Spring other than paying $17 to wait for 3 hours.
(1)Gervaise L.
I've been to Eggspectation many times (the first time in Montreal) and generally have a good experience. I often get the same salad (Avocado Grilled Chicken) which is very good. They also have a really nice craft beer list that helpfully lists ABV percentages. But my last experience there was not so good in one respect. The usual dining room was closed because of lack of heat and we sat in the bar. The radio was on, playing terrible, dated pop music, and more than one TV was on with the volume up (sports and people arguing about Bill Cosby and Ebola). We asked the waiter to see if it was possible to reduce the noise to a single stream. He said he asked his manager but nothing ever came of it. This kind of noise pollution is a dealbreaker.
(3)Bryony B.
I was turned off from this place since I thought they just had a lot of egg things - but it turns out they actually have a good variety. I came here once or twice and it wasn't so memorable. However, this last time I really liked the menu and the vibe. I had french toast for brunch and it was really good. They also have a nice selection of cakes and pies, etc. I don't like that it always seems to be super crowded - I don't like waiting so long for a place that doesn't seem to deserve that level of commitment - but perhaps its because I'm not stuck on going somewhere in Silver Spring - and even now, there are some good places in Silver Spring if you don't get lazy. I would go back again though if friends asked - probably not on my own.
(3)Y V.
Disappointed after high eggspectations. I didn't realize this was a chain. After seeing a huge line at this place on a Saturday afternoon, I thought this had to be a great place. I like all foods and all things fried eggs, but this was such a let down. You'd thing a place with "egg" in the name would be good at making eggs. It's not. Don't expect something amazing or crazy. I'd put it a notch or two above IHOP but only because the restaurant setting makes you think you think you should be getting better food.
(2)Anna C.
I went here last weekend to visit a friend and this was our second lunch spot on the second day of my stay. It's a diner style restaurant. I ordered a Pink Perfection smoothie, the crab cakes, and the Eggsuberant (fancy). Pink Perfection smoothie: A little too sour and water down but i still drank it all since it's healthy. It's a blend of raspberries, strawberries, yogurt and cranberry juice. Crab cakes: the crab cakes itself were small. Comes in three pieces. It was ok. Not as great as the ones i had in D.C. the day before. Eggsuberant: I was stuffed and was having food coma at the end. The eggs were cooked to my liking, over easy. The pancakes were fluffy and tasty. The sausage was oily but great. You can choose another type of meat if you don't prefer sausage. The grill potatoes are sliced in a oval shape and thin like chips. They were delicious. I think it's the best potatoes i ever tasted. It also comes with a slice of watermelon. It was alright. Service was great. Price is not too pricey. The bathroom had stalls. It was packed that day so we had to wait on line for about 20 mins.
(3)Renee' H.
I enjoy the outdoor seating on early mornings before it's crowded with kids in bathing suits playing in the fountain and teens loitering with nothing to do. I enjoy the food a lot better than disgusting IHOP, even though it is just your average morning fare. I hate, I mean hate, the juice. I get that's it's fresh squeezed from real oranges but what's the point in not straining it, giving you eight ounces of seeds, pulp, and stringy orange casing. So what you actually get is four ounces of juice and four ounces of trash. On top of that, it's five dollars! Which is crazy for one disgustingly rough gulp of juice. I would enjoy the fresh squeezed -what they call large (8 ounce) - glass of five dollar juice if it was at least strained and chilled before coming to the table. In all honesty, I and eggspectatiom both would be better off with a large (16oz) glass of Simply Orange or Florida's Natural from Giant supermarket.
(3)Kaye N.
i had visited twice in this location. the first time for bfast,it was pretty crowded and we had a 20min wait until we got seated. the ambiance was not bad. very casual. and they have a bar as well where they customers can wait. i ordered the french toast flambè with the strawberries and bananas on top. it was good but but can be overwhelmingly sweet. my boyfriend ordered the chocolate pancakes which turned out to be good as well but he said the same thing with regards to the pancakes,it was too sweet towards the end of his meal. my friend got the bagel and he loved it! the second time we visited it wasnt too crowded,twas around 3pm. we ordered steak. they where good! we also ordered the honey old bay wings(A MUST TRY!) and the mild wings. pleasant visit. staff where friendly and informative. would come back and visit again:)
(4)Tawana A.
The food is GREAT but the service sucks! I've been at this establishment 3 times. The first time was superb. The second I just chalked it off to a bad night. This last time was enough for me to vow not to return. Waiting 12 minutes for water and for the waitress to return to take our order was insane. To almost have to get our own silver ware was insane. To have to go to the bar to get my check, or better yet have the waitress at the bar call me to come over to the bar to get my check, was crazy. I'm big on tipping but tonight they got nothing. It was well deserved.
(2)Ros K.
I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict* (Two eggs poached on a bed of lump crab meat with gruyère cheese and our classic hollandaise sauce.) Even though the description states the the eggs are on a BED of LUMP crab meat this was clearly not the case! I had a few STRINGS of crab meat under a slather of hollandaise sause (I guess so you could not tell that there was NO crab meat). When I asked the waiter where my crab meat was, he said that it comes like that. This this is suppose to come with chef's seasonal fruit garnish and grilled potatoes. The potatoes are not grilled but fried and the seasonal fruit consisted of one slice of melon and one orange slice. You would enjoy this place if you like misleading menus and small portions.
(1)Alexandra S.
As one would expect from the name, their egg dishes are really excellent. I have an omelet almost every time I go and they cook it just right. The service can be a bit slow around Sunday brunch time so we just sit at the bar counter where the service is always great. Coffee is pretty good too and the muffins are good albeit not the best ever.
(4)Duke F.
This place reminds me of many hangovers in DC area... located downtown silver spring .. I always meet my boi t lewis at this place. The bartender krysti at that time always makes my drinks beyong strong. I call it alcohol poison.. when order the long island ice tea;; they always give u a tall glass with 99 percent liquor and a splash of coke. They have great deal bar menu: chicken wings with reasonnable price; quesadilla; calamari and much more. Nice area to chill and have a drink.
(4)Bailey G.
We came for brunch and were completely and pleasantly surprised. The pictures don't do it justice- there are a ton of options and its a little pricey (but totally worth it). It was the perfect brunch! You want to go here!
(5)Monisha C.
Roasted red pepper chicken crepe was fairly tasty, but overpriced, slow service, and empty room kind of put a damper on whatever was going for it. Good for a change of pace relative to the other options available in that area, in that there are eggs in everything -- and by the way, the menu is overwhelmingly long -- but not too impressed. A good concept in need of major revisions.
(3)Ronald W.
Their customer service is very good. We hosted a meeting for 30 and they catered to our every need. I recommend for large parties or corporate meetings.
(5)Molly T.
Boo. Forget this place. Go to Tastee Diner down the street. Eggspectation is overpriced and just not that good. Not 'bad,' per say, but I won't be going back here.
(2)Miss L.
Don't order the crab cake. Tiny! This was actually one of our favorite places to eat. But recently, I ordered the crab cake (which I've ordered many times before). It was literally half the size that it has been in the past. I complained. The manager came over and she gave me some lame excuse about the crab cake being packed too tightly. NO! I'm not blind or stupid. That crab cake was tiny. Usually I can't eat it all and I have to get a to go box. This day I finished all of my food, and was still hungry. The crab cake is good, but totally not worth $15.99. Note to restaurant: If you're going to decrease the size, decease the price. Enough of my crab cake rant. They do have nice happy hour specials. The bartenders tend to forget that you're there if you sit in the tables instead of at the bar. Undecided about returning. Thanks for reading!
(2)M. J.
I was there on a regular Saturday night with two kids. I am not a hard to please diner but the place was filthy, as in garbage under the tables filthy, dropped food, old napkins, straws, crayola packets etc. There were vast trails of water on the floor making everything even stickier. This place is in desperate need of a face lift. The food was okay, came in a timely fashion. The service was fine. I had a groupon. I will not be back.
(1)Jose V.
It was good! The food, the service, and the experience!
(5)H A.
I went to this establishment because I was expecting great brunch food. However, it was overall disappointment. I love coffee so I ordered a mocha latte. Instead what I got was more like hot cocoa. It was soo sweet and it tasted like it was made from a bag of powder and stirred with hot water or from a machine at 7-11. I asked them how they made it and it was not explained very well. I end up sending it back for OJ. The OJ had some black thing floating in it. By this time, I decided to just keep it and drink the water I had. When my meal came, I was thinking omg should have gone somewhere else. My banana pancakes were plain pancakes. They forgot. I sent it back for banana pancakes. When it came again, I was very disappointed. Banana slices were cut and added to the top of the plain pancakes. Of all the breakfast place I have been when I order specially made pancakes, the fruit or chocolate chips etc were added to the batter. It was overall disappointing. I wanted my money back. I definitely would not come back. This place is worst then Denny's. If you want to go here, I would tell you to go to Denny's instead.
(2)Brian R.
Went to breakfast today after visiting my son for the weekend .... Been here 4 times over the years when we get down to silver spring .... Always good food... The staff very friendly .... Good atmosphere ... Def will be back again during our next visit
(4)Jalisa J.
Came here for brunch and thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was excellent. Got an omelet with potatoes and all was good. The mimosa's are extremely weak, this is not a good place to come for those in the least bit...no unlimited either...but they were not good at all so this place shouldn't have them. But the food is great!
(4)Roman K.
I've wanted to come here for a long time, and I was not disappointed. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming with beautiful autumnal decorations. The tables are beautiful. I ordered the Waffles Benedict and a caramel latte, and the presentation of both was phenomenal. The eggs were perfectly poached, the waffles soft but beautifully browned, home fries perfectly seasoned, coffee expertly blended. The prices were higher than expected, but for the quality of cooking and presentation they were fair. This was during lunchtime on a Friday, and I will be returning again during peak hours to see if it's just as good then.
(5)L H.
Mmm, their pancake bacon sausage dish is delicious. I've been a couple time, but this dish is all I remember. Service is usually good, but the wait on the weekends can be long.
(4)Andrea C.
The interior design and overall atmosphere is great, but I'll be speaking specifically in regards to food and service. The food is not very memorable and the standards are not very impressive. The mango burger is okay, but nothing special. There are far better burger places in the local area, so if you're planning on ordering a burger, I'd consider other places or think about ordering breakfast food. A friend of mine ordered soda and it was watered down so badly that there was no carbonation and the color was questionable. The first order of ginger ale failed. The next order of soda failed. After that, he settled with a lemonade if I remember correctly. The smoothies, which sounded amazing, are way overpriced. $7 for a smoothie that tasted the same as my homemade smoothies. My husband took a sip and looked at me and said, "They taste just like yours!" We definitely cringed when we thought about how we paid $7 for that... If you are ordering some form of cake, make sure you ask that it is a fresh slice that hasn't been exposed for hours. They take a slice of refrigerated cake that sits through the day. If you get a slice that has been exposed, expect a very stale piece of cake that surely won't satisfy.
(1)Cheryl R.
Strawberry pancakes were so good. Service was good. Food is good. Portions are perfect. They have a lot of choices and a bakery
(4)Sukari B.
Tried the sky high pancakes which was amazing. It's a tower of their pancakes with bacon and sausage in between each layer. I WAS IN HEAVEN it was so yummy. And the side of potatoes were delicious as well. I also ordered a sweet tea. It was tasty, not as sweet as what I'm used to but decent. Went here after church and it wasn't too crowded which was great since I was hungry. My best friend ordered the Yolk around the clock. She enjoyed it and says it was good for the most part although she had a few disappointing moments with the eggs. Overall I would definitely come back here =)
(4)Gray S.
1 because I love the food and I think they have the best Bloody Mary in the DMV. THE SERVICE HOWEVER SUCKS. I'd give 4 stars for everything but service. However this is a review after many visits and sadly I just expect the bad service . Today though the server literally pushed us out the door and my children were far from done eating. At the table less than 30 minutes. I won't be back. 1 star because food is only part of the experience, the service makes the experience and memory.
(1)Keith S.
I must ask who are these people giving such positive reviews. The place is often under staffed my first time here I was ignored for forty minutes. getting anyone's attention was a chore. my second time I ordered beer and food got them and closed out my tab immediately.. Later I ordered one last beer. When I got the tab for it a different server gave me the tab. They tried to charge me for the previous ordered I had already paid for. I had the receipt to show that the purchase was already made. Overall, this experience was not so great. It has been a few months since this occurred, but I would be wary when going here. The items on the menu are a bit overpriced.
(1)Leslie M.
3.5 stars for the food. The food is decent and they have a large selection. The 4th star is for customer service. In a time when the focus on great customer service seems to be on the decline, I was surprised by the level of service that we experienced this morning. The first crab benedict that my girlfriend got was cold. She hates sending food back. Immediately, the manager noticed that we weren't happy and approached our table, apologized and brought out a new benedict within 4 minutes. Appreciating the level of service. I'll go back.
(4)Alexis K.
Took the waitress a couple of minutes to come and get our drink orders but that was rectified by decent service and pretty tastes brunch! I ordered the breakfast burrito which could have had more ingredients in it but was tastey! Husband got the Heuvos Rancheros which was also tastey! The place was pretty and cool inside.
(4)James O.
Came for brunch, service was much better than it has been in the past. Had the Nero latte, or something like that, basically a latter made with chocolate milk, it delivered what you would think that would taste like. The food is Ok, you can get every combination of eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes and waffles you could ever want, they just all taste ok, nothing bad but nothing great
(3)Paul D.
Incredibly bad service and very basic, but expensive food in one of those loud, middle-America-type of restaurants. My server never said Hi or Good Morning. She just appeared, took my order, and disappeared until I finished my meal, and asked how the meal went. I had to flag down someone to get me water, a coffee refill, and some condiments. Interestingly, there are lots of workers walking around here, and they seem pretty friendly. But my server wasn't around. The food is your basic American breakfast stuff. Bland, but popular and expensive.
(1)Amy M.
The first time we came here, we had a so-so, non-memorable experience. Perhaps they were more on their game today, but our meal was wonderful, and that included having a rowdy toddler and whiny baby doing everything they could to ruin the experience. For what this place strives to be - a family friendly breakfast'y place with a big menu, it's awesome. Great food, excellent service, and we seated 10 minutes into our 20 minute wait time. Crayons for the kids, fireplace blazing, festive atmosphere, and a fun urban location which allows you to walk off your food afterwards. Almost forgot to mention: we had a lobster omelette, breakfast burrito, and fried green tomatoes. The fried greens were tasty, but we were a bit disappointed that they didn't include a dipping sauce.
(3)Justin C.
Awesome pancakes very creative dishes. Service was a little bit on the slow side but the manager quickly addressed the problem. Overall this a more upscale version of IHOP.
(4)Tariq K.
Great spot for breakfast brunch or lunch. Service varies with how busy they are - we usually get there pretty early (kids...) and they're quick and friendly. Good for kids, good if not great food, moderately priced, safe option.
(4)T W.
My family and I came here for a bday dinner. We had a party of about 16 people. We had one server :( . My family wasn't over demanding or over bearing however our server felt the need to constantly remind us that she is "just one person". Lol. The food was meh. For my appetizer I had the firecracker shrimp and the honey old bay wings. The wings were bland and the shrimp were good but nothing to brag about. For my entree, I had the jeggbalaya. It was jambalaya basically. In it was shrimp, chicken, chorizo, and crawfish tails. To me it did not taste Cajun enough. It was very bland. I tasted the lamb from a dish "lamb lollipops" the lamb tasted good. I also sampled the pancakes they were very good. I don't think I would come back here to eat unless it was for a bday dinner or something along those lines
(3)Whitney M.
Brunch/breakfast is pretty good/a little pricey. I really like their happy hour on weeknights for wine and appetizers. Service is always pretty great.
(4)Emelia M.
Breakfast food anyone? Been here maybe five times (so far). Tried the steak and eggs, crab dip, veggie omelet and crab cakes. The steak and eggs have always been good, no complaints. The crab dip was cold once which was quickly rectified. Their crab cakes are a little on the pricey side in comparison to other places, but good nonetheless. Their drinks have always been a hit or miss. Usually a miss first, then a hit with the second drink order. Their cocktails never seem strong enough in my opinion but try it for yourself. Overall a great location (downtown silver spring), a nice selection of drinks, with decent enough (sometimes eggstreamly slow) service more often than not. A solid place to dine.
(3)Casually A.
My girlfriend and I came to this place for a quick brunch. We were pleasantly surprised that at 130 on a Saturday there was no wait at all. The peach Bellini was awesome. We ordered the lobster grits and eggstravaganza, which included French toast, eggs, your choice of meat, and potatoes with onions. Every part of the meal was amazing. I will be back for more breakfast and to sample their extensive lunch menu as well!
(5)Angela T.
Meh. The food is ok. The service is mediocre at best. Something annoying happens every time I go here. The food is cold. The waiter doesn't come back forever. The bill is wrong. Ugh. I get lured in by the frequent Groupons. I'm officially over it, even at a discount.
(2)Marie S.
Visiting from Boston and was looking for fresh crab. The Crab Stack was amazing!! I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of crab. The flavored were perfect. Can't wait to stop by on my next visit.
(5)Elsa M.
Here are bullet points: * Our waiter, Jordan, gets 5 stars. He was awesome. * The kitchen forgot to add cheese to two of the seven orders from our party * Jordan got it taken care of and the manager even stopped by to make sure we were cool. Nice touch, especially since they happily re-made the dishes and still had both people keep the original orders what came out without the cheese. Accidents happen, but how you handle them makes all the difference. Eggspectation is a great job * Everyone was satisfied with their meals, including me. I usually get a pancake meal from them, but this time I was all omelette and opted for the "Egg-chilada" which was good - not loaded down with a lot of stuff though (which was both good and bad). I would have liked a little more cheese and a dollop of sour cream to complete the 'chilada' feel. * We told Jordan that it was my father-in-law's birthday and he kindly brought out a complimentary waffled with whipped cream and chocolate sauce with a candle. ADORBS! And, lucky for us, it was a bit too rich for him so we call got to partake. YUM YUM! It was delicious! * Some of the members of our party tried to order dessert to take home, but they were out of the top two requests - the Red Velvet and the Cheesecake. That's a no-no! Order more so this doesn't happen again. You are known for your desserts. You don't see Cheesecake Factory running out, do you? lol * Also - it gets really crowded and a bit noisy. It's not all bad, but can be hectic. Be forewarned. All in all, Jordan's expert service, the birthday treat, and the food itself, pumped this experience up from a 3-star to a 4-star for me.
(4)Amanda M.
I really love Eggspectations and used to frequent the one in Columbia, MD pretty regularly. The food in Silver Spring is just as good, but the service leaves something to be desired. I sat on the patio yesterday with my boyfriend, who ordered an appetizer based off of a menu provided to us about happy hour specials that were 5$. We found out later that it was only 5$ at the bar, but the menu they provided was extremely misleading in acknowledging this. I asked a waiter for the manager when we received our bill, who didn't come out for 10 minutes, who I then had to track down inside. Additionally, we waited way too long for our drinks and they got several things wrong with my boyfriend's order. The food was exceptional otherwise.
(3)Meka B.
Friends came as a party of 3 & the service was horrible. After waiting an hour for food my friends food arrived & mine didnt. I ordered eggs, biscuits & gravy, & bacon. 15 minutes later I received my eggs "only". About another 15 minutes later I received my biscuits & gravy, but still no bacon. Management came over & apologized, & said the kitchen is crazy and we are not the only ones affected. After I said that I would never return he gave us cards for free smoothies. Smh By the time I ate my eggs they were cold & had shells in it. Manager checked on us again, I said I still do not have my bacon & there are shells in my eggs, he apologized & said well with all the eggs that they make shells are sometimes left by mistake. Well, it's a good thing that I didn't cut my gums on a shell. The manager came back again & said for the inconvenience my food would be free. Well, it wasn't really free he just knocked $10.99 off. I guess they were having a bad day, but this was my 1st & last time at this place.
(1)Diana J.
Grits!! Delish!! Food is good service is awful. Come prepared to be ignored and then quickly rushed out. Meaning my server gave me the check WHILE I was still eating my meal. What if I wanted dessert hmmm???
(1)S W.
I've been twice. The first time I had the lobster omelet with the potatoes. It was very good. This time I had the lobster grits with shrimp. The grits were a bit loose for me but overall it was really good and I'd order it again. My son has had the french toast, which was great, and the belgian waffle, also really good. I like the variety of the menu. So many more dishes I'm dying to try.
(4)George M.
4.5 stars for ambience.... Nicely done. 3 stars for food, not that there was anything wrong with my omelette or the veggie crepe I ordered. Coffee was hot and service very polite and efficient. I'm going again to try some of their more ambitious dishes. Free weekend parking, great farmers market right outside on Saturdays. Silver Spring has come a long way in the last 10 years. Definitely recommended and perhaps an extra star is warranted if the non-breakfast food checks out.
(3)Quanda A.
For the first time in a long time, the service was the primary issue at Eggspectations. Our ticket was lost so our food took about 45 minutes. We were already hungry so this was really unfortunate. The good news is that the manager comped half of our meal. I had the breakfast burrito. It was good but two ChikfilA breakfast burritos would have been as good for half the price. My husband's French toast was above average. The rest of his Eggstravaganza plate was a little tired with pretty small portions. Overall, this place was good not great.
(3)Amy P.
I would actually give 3.5 stars if could. It is pretty busy here on New Years Day. Everyone is here for brunch. Some people look a little hung over. The food was decent although my husbands bacon was undercooked. Lobster Benny was just OK but overpriced. Waiter was nice. The show on one of the TVs was about the UFC so there lots of scenes with men beating each to bloody pulp. Not really something that I want to watch while eating.
(4)Lorena B.
I can be snobby about chain restaurants but I must admit that my eggspectaions were eggceeded here.* The grilled chicken havarti sandwich was nothing to scoff at, smothered as it was in havarti cheese with tomato and avocado (no eggs though). The french fries they came with were deep fried eggspertly crisp and tasted better than most restaurants' fries. Feeling bold, I ordered the Jon's Favorite Crepes for dessert. That Jon must have an eggspecially hearty appetite. The two crepes were stuffed to eggcess with strawberries and bananas and served with a scoop of ice cream. They were much thicker than what any creperie would serve but overall they were good. The dessert could eggsily be shared by two or three, if not four people. Lastly, our server Abraham was eggcellent. He was very patient while my ex co-workers and I chatted for about 15 minutes instead of opening our menus, and then spent another 15 minutes browsing the huge menu and asking questions. Plus, he had a marvelous accent. *I only wrote this review so I could use egg puns. I'm not sorry.
(3)Jeremy L.
I would give this place no stars if it were possible. It's my fault. I should've known that going into a place named "Eggspectation" would not produce a culinary masterpiece. The only thing you can Eggspect is diarrhea.
(1)Sujit B.
The place is a nice ambiance, people are friendly, but the food is overpriced and not amazingly tasty. How do you mess up a grill cheese? It was over cooked and hardly any cheese and cold. The potatoes lyanaise style are supposed to be special, but they were okay. Had to ask for a refill on my soda, ask if my English muffin was wheat (i ordered a plain, but it looked wheat because over toasted) and had to ask for the cream cheese i had ordered. We hadn't received our food yet and some girl working there just came and picked up the jelly my friend was going to use for the toast and we had to ask her to give it back. Not impressed. At least the omelette my friend ordered was good, but that was the only thing good, which i wasn't eating.
(2)keola'i g.
First, I have to say I'm a brunch snot and a half. After living in the Richmond market for years, I have truly appreciated the meal. (side note for those who've not had the pleasure with an unusual and rare side of pain in the RVA area, Richmond is as much a home of aspiring and divine indie restaurants as most other major metro areas, I wish I could make this sh*t up). I digress, so, since moving to DC I've had a REALLY tough finding a decent brunch. Breakfast, sure. Brunch? A lot more tough than one might think. So, finding this spot (and a small chain, I mentioned snob right?) I was very pleased. We went on a Sunday (11am with a 30 min wait) worth it, especially because I've been on a rabid hunt, was beyond what I'd been hoping for. I judge brunch based on initial menu options, service, and finally on eggs benebict. A tough dish to nail in a busy restaurant etc. But with the exception of moderately subpar service (newbie) and therefore some details overlooked, it has been by far the true, best brunch spot I've found in a 15 mile radius of the city. We will certainly be back as soon as this Sunday and are looking forward to trying dinner there as well.
(4)Chris B.
Wife and I made our first visit to this restaurant this past Sunday for a late lunch. The food was amazing! The service was not so great but I assume it was isolated to only our server, as I saw the other servers taking great care of their customers. We had defiled eggs as our appetizer and they were delicious with a hint of spice to them. Never had reviled eggs like these before. The wife had rancho juevos I believe it was called, and she was more than satisfied with the meal. As for me, I stuck to the simple and had a very tasty Reuben sandwich. Overall this place was great, I thought about giving three stars for the lack of service but realized maybe the server we had was just having a rough day.
(4)Sandra B.
I was not thrilled to be going to this place, as I'm not the biggest fan of the egg, however my best friend was in town and was excited about this possibility. We went for brunch, were seated, and our friendly and knowledgable waiter Kevin served us. He was so pleasant. Anyhow, when I opened the menu, I almost fell out of my seat when I saw that they had a Mango Burger. Doesnt that just sound great! There were so many non-egg dishes, as well as a great variety of egg dishes. I opted for a Mexican inspired omlette and a pineapple mimosa (so good!) and my BFF ate Strawberry French toast with a side of scrambled eggs and home fries. The meal from beginning to end was excellent! I had a cappachino to top off my meal and she had a shot of espresso (the espresso's come in several variety's such as ice cream and Bailey's). Although it was pricey, the amount of combinations and creations at this place is worth it. I am looking forward to going back again and again.
(4)Jackie T.
Went here for Sunday Brunch and to wait a short while to be seated. The menu was quite extensive and prices were great! Many items under $10. Portions were large, but the meal was average. Not sure we'll be back, the quality is slightly above what you'd expect at a corner diner.
(3)Kate M.
I was a little hesitant walking into Eggspectation having read the lukewarm reviews it's gotten on here. My non-Silver Springer friends were really excited about a restaurant that specializes in eggs, though, so we had to go. It was not bad at all. Pretty good, in fact. Our meals weren't phenomenal, but we were all really happy. Nothing here is going to change your life, and you won't find yourself raving about the place to all your friends, but you'll probably walk away satisfied. The menu is huge, so you're guaranteed to find something you want to eat. I had the vegetarian omelet with egg whites and it was packed with lots of fresh veggies. The eggs were cooked properly and not overly salty. It could have been a little less greasy, though. Same goes for the fried potatoes that came on the side. Service was pretty slow, too. The place is huge, with lots of rooms, and we couldn't always see our waitress, making it hard to get her attention. The food took longer than I would have expected to arrive, too, considering how not-full the restaurant was. These are not the kinds of complaints that would keep me from coming back, though, and my friends definitely felt the same way.
(4)Scotto B.
Food was tasty, but not exceptional (note, I didn't do the whole egg pun thing.) I tried the Chesapeake Benedict, and it was and even 5/10. The service was good, but didn't seem to get that 5 people might have trouble sitting around a 4 person table... especially once the plates of food arrived.
(3)Chris D.
Marvin is a great bartender. Always gives me great service
(4)Beverly H.
I tried this place several times, because co-workers want to come here for some reason. To me, the food seems overpriced for what you get. Once I ordered banana pancakes because they were the cheapest thing available - at $8. For pancakes! Worse, they just dumped cold banana slices on top. Even I can make these things right, and I'm the lamest cook ever to walk the earth. Also, the acoustics in the bar area are terrible when it gets crowded. I finally stopped going to happy hour, even though it makes me look unsociable. Not much point, since I can't hear a word anyone is saying.
(2)Minjae O.
Looking for breakfast of champions? You've come to the right place. Eggspectation is a spacious eatery in Silver Spring that serves breakfast food at all hours, including chocolate chip pancakes (mmmmm). I would equate the Eggspectation experience to that of Cheesecake Factory in terms of atmosphere (maybe a little less crazy) and menu (gynormous) selection. Everything tends to be a bit pricey - my cheese crepe was at least $10.95 with nothing on the side - but that's about par for the course for this place. My friend had a burger, which looked pretty good, too. But the big winner was the aforementioned chocolate chip pancake, drizzled in all kinds of syrup and powdered sugar. Yeah, it's probably best you order it and split it with a few people. The service was kind of slow during a busy weekday lunch time, so I wouldn't go here if you were in a rush. All in all, a quirky spot with a distinct personality.
(4)Daisy L.
Delicious, but service is a little lacking. Their red velvet cake is also lacking. However, the breakfast food items are excellent. French toast is yummy.
(4)Roll T.
3.25 stars. Ordering something other than eggs at a place named Eggspectation is akin to ordering seafood at a steak restaurant. You can do it, but obviously, you are not focusing on the restaurant's alleged specialty. The review of the Toronto restaurant is inapplicable to the Silver Spring location; namely, they do have egg options with seafood and the restaurant stays open past 5 PM. Indeed, my girlfriend and I went around 7PM because we missed our semi-traditional Sunday brunch. Food: We both ordered variations of Eggs Benedict. I went with their Boca Raton plate which consisted of two eggs (mostly egg yolk), spinach, guacamole, and gruyere cheese with a general helping of hollaindaise sauce. The plate was massive, and it included a couple of pieces of bread as well. My girlfriend ordered the California Benedict which was similar to my plate except I think it used asparagus instead of guacamole and included smoked salmon (I hate smoked salmon). She appeared to enjoy it. Overall, this is just a decent oddity to check out, especially if you are in the mood for eggs after breakfast. Having said that, I wouldn't necessarily consider it a desination either.
(3)Jeff C.
The first time I was at an eggspectation was when I was in Montreal. I took the chance and had their omlet and a large fruit plate. Sipping on the page drink (and spitting out the raspberry seeds), I told myself "boy, if I can tolerate the freezing weather of Montreal, this place would be a real treat." A real treat it was as you rarely get American breakfast places serving up so many fruit options. For those expecting good ol' greasy hearty breakfast, this may be a little off. I remember on a trip to Boston, we were introduced by hotel Concierge to a "unique" breakfast place on the freedom trail that is known for their "fresh fruits." We waited in line for an hour, then realized that this hype is nothing compared to what I got in Eggspectations. So I finally made it to DC, and suprise, Eggspectation is actually in the neighborhood. I don't like their prices, the limited or odd selections or the large portion of their foods (except for the fruits). But I go there for the fruit drinks, and the fruit plate, which people stare at and wonder where that came from. Yes, they got rid of the seeds from the Page fruit drink. If you like fruits, you owe it to yourself to get a large fruit plate to share with someone. To assemble and enjoy 10 types of fruits on a plate, is a wonderful experience.
(4)Mina A.
Overpriced! I struggle with paying a lot for breakfast or brunch, but I don't mind when the food is worth it. Eggspectation just wasn't worth it, the food was nothing special and not worth what they charge. The staff was great and so was the dining room, but I don't know if I'll ever go back.
(2)Amanda C.
There is something on the menu for everyone (breakfast, lunch & dinner 24/7!). This place is not fast food, so you shouldn't expect to be in & out, but that being said, we've never had to wait long for seating, nor for our food after we order. The atmosphere is casual, and for weekend breakfast it's pretty busy. I've never been disappointed with any food I've ordered, nor any food that I've stolen from my husband's plate. ;) We tend to bring friends here for a step above fast food/diner food and easy access to downtown Silver Spring (free parking on evenings & weekends!). The prices aren't the cheapest, but the amounts of food are good for downtown Silver Spring value. Also they have great huge pieces of cakes for dessert and delicious Italian coffee!
(4)Dell W.
Take an appetite with you when you go. They can do some things to eggs that are out of sight. Menu choices are great. Enjoyed my meal and it was an excellent omelet.
(4)Kelly L.
Eggspectation. The name would imply that this restaurant has some tasty well-prepared eggs. Well, that is not the case. I order the "Oy Vegg", a plate of latkes and eggs. I order the eggs scrambled. Everyone knows that scrambled eggs can be excellent but are tricky to prepare. I was eggspecting some very tasty scrambled eggs. What did I get? It appears that the potato pancake theme was continued with the flat egg pancake i received on top of the latkes. The eggs can only be described as a mass of egg whose yolk had been broken, placed in a hot skillet and left to cook until very solid. "Oy Vegg" is right!! Consolation - the latkes were tasty and the $4 OJ was fresh.
(1)Ina C.
For a chain with such a geeky name, it's not bad at all! Let's talk food. The menu is huge (think Cheesecake Factory huge)! and they have a full range of breakfast food, including French toast, pancakes, waffles, and any kind of eggs benedict you can imagine. I've tried a few of these variations (crepe, smoked salmon, etc.) and they're okay. But you won't go wrong with the classic. They also have a range of non-egg choices, though I can't remember what they have exactly. Everything I've tried here is pretty decent! Other things to know about this restaurant: Parking access is pretty easy (use the Wayne Ave. garage); Prices are reasonable; There's plenty of outdoor seating; Breakfast is served all day; Jamba juice at Whole Foods is just around the corner. If you're sick of the sticky tables at IHOP, make your way over to Eggspectation!
(3)Chris M.
Not bad at all. Everything was yummy especially the smoothies. I had a California Benedict. It was pretty good but I did find a huge egg shell almost my last bite. The manager did eventually come over and made sure things were ok. He took off the two smoothies from the bill, which is pretty much what I expected. Nice place to eat after my daughter goes to Gymboree nearby.
(3)Mimi X.
I've had better experiences than the other reviewers so far. The menu is huge and diverse, which is good for a big group with broad tastes. The burgers are decent. The chocolate cake is good. The smoothies are great. The lines are only long for weekend brunches, in my experience.
(3)Michael M.
This place is quickly spiraling downward. I have been going here since they opened about 8 years ago. I've had events there and have eaten there upwards of 50+ times. Without being specific, i just want to say that the service has become so self-centered that I'd rather order from a vending machine where I don't get any attitude. The bartender was more interested is charming the 2 ladies at the bar then taking the order of three business men. The food portions have been cut back so much that you would think you were in an elementary school cafeteria. I blame it all on the management/leadership. They train and tolerate this behavior. There are enough choices on this block of restaurants, and this place will be last on my list.
(2)Tami B.
It's out of my comfort zone to be so fond of a chain restaurant, but I love this place. I don't like the wait, but once you are seated, no complaints. I always get eggs benedict in some style or other and I ask that the muffin be toasted dark. Fresh orange juice, and what else can you want? Pretty yummy!
(4)Jeffry W.
Great breakfast food. Best sit-down breakfast food in the Silver Spring Area.
(4)Jessica J.
I've tried this place because it is close to where I live. After reviewing the website online, and the menu inside the restaurant, I had high expectations. 1) The price 2) they served different things (like tomatoes on the side) and 3) seemed to use quality ingredients. The service was great. The food was mediocre. I had the Eggsuberant. I got much less than expected. The fruit side was literally 3 small thin garnish size slices of cantaloupe, melon, & orange. The pancakes were the size of my palm, and I couldn't figure out why they decided to serve tomatoes on the side. They weren't that great. Conclusion: Very overpriced! The food is just ok. I would rather go to IHOP. Next time, I'll try a burger (the waitress recommended that) or a dessert.
(2)Tess B.
This place is called Eggspectation. I ordered my eggs over-easy. They arrived over-hard. Enough said.
(2)Asieh C.
To be honest I don't remember much about the food because my friend and I were drinking bloody marys, which I have to say were shockingly good. It was a Sunday and we thought we'd be decadent. Well the drinks came before the food, and on an empty stomach I'm sure you can figure out the rest. We had a lovely time sitting outside watching the kids jumping through the water fountain. I ordered a hamburger and my friend a salad. I remember the french fries being very good but other than that, not too much.
(3)Randy R.
Very expensive. $11.00 cheeseburgers. 15.99 crabcake sandwiches. 6.00 smoothies.
(2)Akera R.
They have a great selection of food and a nice location
(3)Merida F.
We went for Happy Hour and it was great! We had 3 glasses of wine, 2 drafts, and 4 appetizers(all half priced) and our bill came to just under $40!!!! The fried calamari was awesome(i was on a kick) and something I would get again.
(4)Smithers M.
This place is just okay. I've been here a few times and unless you're totally into breakfast, I wouldn't recommend it. Coffee was decent,...eggs were good.
(3)Glaciala A.
Meh, omelet was just okay...a little greasy. Plus, why do you have to pay SO much extra if you want to eat healthy? An added charge for egg whites and swapping the potatoes for fruit, that's just plain annoying. Restaurants should allow patrons to make healthier choices without so much added costs...other places will do it for minimal charges or let you pick fruit or potatoes. Service was fine, quick, but they didn't know who received which dish. Not likely to go back.
(1)Lani C.
I am not a picky eater and I am easy to please. I have give this place four or five visits, hoping that it would get better since it's the closest breakfast place to my apartment. Unfortunately, the food is just ok for a very high price. Prime example: a two-egg herb omlette with fries (the herb mix was dried stock from a spice rack, not fresh) should not cost more than $10. I could make something like this at home for about $2. The service does little to improve the experience. You are seated, your orders are taken after a long wait, and your check is received. That is it. I have no problem with eating this type of food with this type of service at local diners, but the decor and pricing of Eggspectations are decidedly un-diner-like. The only reason I am not giving this place a one-star is because it is clean and the decor is nice.
(2)PierAngeli M.
I went to Eggspectation in Silver Spring and had the crab salad. First, there was approximately a teaspoon and a half of crab meat, the dressing was lifeless and super boring and everything else about the salad was uninspiring at best. It tasted as if I had eaten cardboard with dressing on top. Perhaps, it was my fault for expecting anything other than their breakfast menu to have flavor. Needless to say, I will not be a returning customer.
(1)Alicia C.
Great place for brunch/breakfast. I had heard my friend rave about it for so long that I finally planned a brunch outing of my own there. The place lived up to my expectations, though the menu was a bit pricey, I still think it was worth it. More recently I went to partake in their happy hour specials... half priced appetizers and select drinks. I had the crab dip (delicious, but a bit on the salty side... as a halophile I didn't really mind though) and the chicken tenders (I know boring choice, but they were good with the honey mustard dip that came with them). Portions were big, so there was plenty to share. Which was a definite plus, as it allowed me to try some of my friend's calamari as well! My friend got a mudslide that looked amazing (sadly I was driving so could not partake in these... next time!).
(4)Raquel C.
Great food but pricey. I had the French toast and it was delicious. I thought this was a unique breakfast joint but found it to be more upscale than I thought. If you have out of town guests and want to go out for a wonderful brunch, this is the place but meals average on $10-$15 pp. Their menu and prices are posted outside the door so you aren't shocked when you enter and sit down. The portions are not huge and fresh fruit is served with many dishes. I enjoyed it.
(3)Karen C.
2 1/2 stars. it's fine but nothing spectacular. i got eggs benedict, which came on an english muffin. the poached eggs were overdone - dry and the yolk did not come running out. also i could barely taste the hollandaise sauce, if it had any flavor. the side of potatoes were good, but overall, i was less than impressed. especially since the whole dish was $13 - i'd expect much more.
(2)Casey G.
i loved this place. they had tons of cakes in the bakery part of the restaurant. the piece i had was eggcellent. my server was the sweetest, most helpful young lady. and, considering it was as busy as it was, she was astonishingly on-time with our service. i have not a bad word to say about this place.
(5)Ian N.
Crazy line during the breakfast rush: "Thirty ... 45 minutes?" "No way! Hey, there's an empty bar table!" Industrial baked goods: better than you'd get in Starbucks, but definitely more of a mass restaurant than a boutique baker. Shaky service: "Did you guys order a cranberry?" "Hunh?" I had the "brioche" sort of thing (fruit and sweet sauce on a sticky bun). It wasn't bad, but I'll poke around the menu instead of getting it again. I think I ate more sugar in that meal than I did in the preceding week.
(3)Andrew K.
This place is misnamed -- they have lots of nonegg options. I had the grilled chicken club, which tasted good. It was a little pricey. But, good. Word of caution: my friend ordered a crepe and the eggs came plopped right on top of the crepes. Weird.
(3)Amanda A.
This is a great dinner spot too. They do well with all things chicken and the pasta is top notch. The portions should satisfy most, I usually have some to take home and the oil they use makes reheating a breeze (not everything should be reheated in the microwave). Atmosphere is good, this is a chain and they all have a similar look, dark colors/dim lighting, sometimes interesting wrought iron sculptures, but it is kept clean and the staff has always been friendly.
(3)Holly C.
Totally overrated breakfast experience. Great location, the restaurant is cool looking inside, the service is lacking, the menu is big, the food is blah, and I probably won't go back unless my friends make me.
(2)Masha S.
I've gone here a few times, and each time I've had either issues with the food or service or both. Last time they got the order wrong, including bacon in the eggs when I'd asked them to hold it. Since I don't eat pork, I had to send the dish back. They didn't get my food back out until well after the rest of the table was done eating. They didn't even take it off the tab. I won't be going back.
(2)Becky T.
The bacon and cheddar burger that I ordered was huge, really good and came with awesome fries that were crisp and salty. It was a little pricey at $11. My friend carbed it up with blueberry french toast and a blueberry muffin which she loved. The other reviewer hit it right on the head, when he likened the place to Cheesecake Factory. I'd come back for breakfast or crepes when I feel like splurging for an AM meal.
(3)Kim D.
I'm surprised at the other reviews of this place - it's one of my favorites. Big variety on the menu, really good smoothies, and fresh, I repeat - FRESH orange juice. As a self-described eggs benedict snob, their hollandaise is actually pretty good. Burgers and pasta were also tasty but yes, they know their egg dishes. The one thing I don't especially like is their seating - uncomfortable booths and iron chairs took away from the experience. I took a friend from out of town and she adored it, too.
(4)Charlie N.
Reserved the event room, called twice to confirm, arrived with 30 to find out that room was double booked.
(2)dee w.
i have officially given up hope on finding a decent chain restuarant. eggspectation, which was recommended by a few of my friends, definitely did NOT meet my "eggspectations." at all. where to start. the service was ok, pretty spotty, and could have been way better, seeing as how our server only had 3 tables. but she was friendly, so fine. food. my friend ordered a scrambled egg bagel thing, and i had a spinach and black forest ham crepe with hollandaise sauce. like the reviewer below had mentioned, yes, the scrambled egg was a flat dry pancakey mess, and unlike the other reviewer had mentioned, no, this is not good hollandaise sauce. it was like straight up mayonnaise that was orange. gross. my friend's plate also came with some "fresh" fruit. not. the fruit looked like it had been out way too long, so it was slightly shriveled.
(1)Amanda H.
This place was pretty cool. I like the idea of eggs all day long. They have a huge menu, so I think it would be easy to please anyone. It is a little pricey for eggs, but I think the overall experience is worth it once in a while.
(3)Cliff E.
Eggspectations? Keep them low. Tastee diner is better choice. Somebody said it before me- expensive IHOP
(1)Abbey A.
I went to Eggspectation with friends for brunch today. When we got there we found that there was at least a 30 minute wait - we were trying to make it to a 1pm movie, so we opted for the open seating at the bar. It may be that it would have been better in the normal seating areas, but can't say much for the service. It was consistently slow and not particularly attentive. Again, I probably would have noticed less, but we were on a timetable. That said, we all really enjoyed our food. There are dozens of options - breakfast foods and otherwise - which definitely makes choosing difficult. I'll go back - it's solid breakfast food at a reasonable price - I just hope for better service next time.
(3)Stephanie V.
The coffee had chunks. There was shell in my eggs. The Hollandaise sauce was broken. What a disappointment.
(2)Teresa H.
It's ok... nothing extremely fantastic about it. The wait was the most irriating part of my visit. Needless to say, I thought it had a cool concept especially for a Sunday brunch and the food was good.
(4)Kelly K.
We first visited the Toronto location of this restaurant a couple of years ago, and were amazed to see that there was a location in Silver Spring! I have to say that our Canadian experience was much better than our American one. :( First of all, be prepared for a LONG wait. But there are benches you can sit on while you wait. Their menu is huge, and it's hard to decide what to get. I settled on a Florentine Benedict. It was ok. Nothing great. Service was spotty. They also have non-breakfasty foods on the menu, like sandwiches and steak. The menu looks so promising, but I have to say, this visit was last year, and we haven't been back. I was going to do a play on the name of this place, but I will leave that to others (ex: I really had great expectations.....). :-0
(3)Kavita K.
I'm one person who likes her food hot, but I understand that can't be possible with a huge order of 5 people . That's ok , but having no taste for your food!! there was zilch amt of salt added to my omelette. ( I ordered that b'cos I was really hungry and didn't want to mess with the first meal of the day being @ 3:00p.m. There were more veggies (that's good!) but not enough egg to hold the cold omelette. The cappuccino (tasted more like hot chocolate) was cold too! This was after I sent back some drink which was equally bad. However, my daughter's drink was some kind of slush which was good. My husband's crepes were pretty good! The service was really really good.
(2)Mike S.
I haven't been there for lunch or dinner, but it's great for breakfast/brunch. A wide variety of excellent omelettes. You forget how much better fresh-squeezed orange juice tastes until you have it. Coffee drinks are also high quality. My only complaint is that it's pricey. I'd go more often if it didn't cost me $30.
(4)Amanda S.
A bit on the pricey side, but the service was pretty good and my omelet was wonderful.
(4)Sara F.
This place is great! for breakfast, brunch or lunch, this place has always been yummy. With big portions you will not leave hungry. They have something for everyone- with a menu that feels like a book! They even have a bar, as well as coffee drinks and smoothies.
(4)Jeff C.
Overpriced and underwhelming. Small portions, bland egg dishes for way too much. 30 bucks for 2 egg dishes and coffee, are you kidding me? I had the blandest Huevos Rancheros. There are much better options right on the same block. McGinty's breakfast is far superior and cheaper.
(2)irene p.
yummy! this place was good! their menu lists range from everything breakfast to dinner to dessert. all are great! the prices are decent, but their taste is the kicker. we had great customer service, and we were seated right next to the freshly prepared meals so we had amazing scents tantalizing us. the portions are great however one star is taken off because if you are starving (like we were) the wait is a bit long. so be prepared!
(4)Becky F.
Love this place for breakfast. The Lox Benedict is delicous, I highly recommend it. I brought my parents here for breakfast when they visited and it was a hit with everyone in my family. All the food was wonderful, I'll have to try it later in the day after breakfast or perhaps check out the bar sometime. But, with a name like EGGspectations, its sort of hard for me to get out of breakfast mode when it comes to this eatery.
(4)Indiangal Y.
Went there last night and had their red velvet cake. Woke up this morning to massive food poisioning. It's been nearly 24 hours and still feel really sick. I have there many other times to eat there and the food is good. Don't know if I will return or not.
(2)Sabrina F.
I love this place! & not only because I am a huge fan of eggs. My boyfriend and I have been here twice in the past month and can not get enough of this place. The atmosphere is pretty cool, modern, cafe type. The prices are okay, not cheap but not expensive. The first time I was there I got the eggs benedict with lump crab, it was great! I was hesitant at first because I don't want all this filler in my crab, but there was not any. It was just pure lump crab on top of my eggs benedict. It was rich and just the way eggs benedict should be. The second time I went (which was this past weekend) it was much more crowded than the first time, but we were still seated promptly and served immediately. The mimosa I ordered was very good. Since they squeeze their own juice it added a little something special to the mimosa. For my main course I ordered a bacon blue burger with a fried egg on top. It was delicious!!! Perfect amount of blue cheese and the burger was cooked just as I asked (medium rare). I was in heaven eating that hamburger. I definitely would recommend this place to anyone. They have a large menu with many different items, even things that do not involve eggs. Great food and service.
(4)Megan S.
Add me to the list of "surprised by the reviews." I love this place. It's great if you are a breakfast food person, but they've got great "non-breakfast" options as well. I've taken a number of groups to this restaurant, and everyone's come out pleasantly surprised. The bar is great, and does a nice happy hour, even on Saturdays, which surprised me. I can't even begin to describe which item is my favorite. I tend more towards the breakfast foods - the sandwich I had was just ok, nowhere near as fantastic as the crepes or the previously mentioned griddled muffin. Wonderfully friendly staff, too. I showed up with a group of 10 people, and the waitress was more than happy to bring us separate checks and kept our drinks filled throughout the meal. Definitely a great place to try if you're shopping in Downtown Silver Spring or just looking for a new place for breakfast food. I'm quickly becoming a regular.
(4)David R.
Warm welcome from the host staff. Prices were decent but a little too much for breakfast food. Waiter got the table quickly to take drink orders. Drank the first one quickly and waiter brought another immediately. Waited for a while until the waiter was extremely honest and told us he forgot to place the order. Appreciate the honesty, but seriously? He offered us dessert on the house. OK, forgiven for now. As we waited some more, I looked around the restaurant and saw a mouse running across the dining room and under a table. Yuk! We got up to tell the manager about the mouse. I told her to be careful because the restaurant could be shut down pending inspection. She apologized and assured us the restaurant does regular fumigation. She did not seem appauled and did not express the remorse that is appropriate for the situation. I did not make a big deal to not call to much attention and affect overall business. We immediately walked out with no complimentary offers or any consessions from management. I am hoping this was an isolated incident because the thought of rodents in the kitchen freaks me out. I took the time to go to a restaurant whose big sell is eggs during a national egg-based salmonella scare, and I have to endure pests? No deal.
(1)Anne Z.
This is one of my favorite breakfast places, second to The Pancake House of course. I always get the same thing everytime I come here, yes I know I need to expand my palate and try new things but why fix what isn't broke!? I order the chicken and waffles, it's not on the menu but they have it! It is amazing, it comes with a large waffle, of course, and yummy fried chicken that is cooked perfectly. The chicken is the perfect amount to have with each bite of waffle, just enough! What really did me in is the gravy, it's a little peppery and creamy. I feel like I've had it with the maple syrup mixed into the gravy but this last time it was separate. Either way, they taste amazing together! I don't remember their other dishes too much but my friend loves their pancakes, they come in stacks of 4. She ordered the strawberry and cream pancakes and there was a ton of strawberries on top! Highly reccomend for breakfast food!
(5)Lakeshia B.
So yes I am a fan and I had not been here for years since I had brunch on a beautiful day (French toast, eggs, sausage) and decided yesterday on a beautiful Sunday that myself and my family member wanted a place to go, sit outside and enjoy some great food. I made a big mistake on this day because the place was packed (inside and out). As we walked in I expected to be told that there would be at least an hour wait for a table. But we got lucky and were seated immediately. Only there was one problem. The hostess sat us at two small stone tables and there really wasn't enough room. Luckily, the two men next to us vacated their table and we moved over. It was a perfect spot to people watch, enjoy the weather, and the sounds of music playing overhead. Our server was Doug, he seemed a bit frazzled I guess from the busy brunch and who could blame him. The kitchen we learned was moving slow and behind on almost everyone's table. It never fails when I decide to go out to eat either my food is given to me wrong, not cooked properly, or delayed in some fashion (as I watch other people get their food on time). He was quick and took our orders since we cruised the menu for some time before we were greeted by him. We knew what we wanted and put in the order quickly he again informed us that the kitchen was running behind and that he would continually check on our food. For me, I opted for an egg white omelet filled with spinach, peppers, scallions, and avocado (be forewarned that when you order a la carte like I did you will be paying $0.99 for each add on for your omelet) with 4 slices of turkey bacon (an extra $1.99), and a side field greens salad. My family member ordered the Toasted Berry salad w/ chicken (an extra $2.99) fresh baby spinach, mixed with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, tomatoes, Havarti cheeses, toasted almonds, and paired with a warm cranberry bacon dressing. Well, we put our orders in before 1200 pm (I want to say around 1130) and waited darn near an hour for our food. Now this of course was not Doug's fault but once again, as I mentioned previously, I watched as several other tables were sat, food was ordered, and placed down before ours. I started to grow annoyed and asked my family member did they want to just go ahead, cancel, and grab something else. At this point I made a mental note that brunch may not be for me here seeing as though the kitchen was so behind. Nevertheless, once the food arrived I had no complaints. The food arrived hot and well plated. The omelet was done PERFECTLY!!!!! and filled from end to end. With each fork full I put in my mouth I got every ingredient I asked for. The turkey bacon on the side could have cooked to a crisp but hey I was finally happy to be eating after such a long wait. As for the toasted berry chicken salad, my family raved about it being filling and not heavy. Towards the end of my meal I decided to order some of their honey old bay seasoned jumbo wings to go. Lets just say they were tasted great coming fresh out the kitchen. But once I got home it lost its flare and some of the chicken pieces were undercooked (I don't recommend this outside of the restaurant) Pros: THE FOOD!!!! Even though I have only visited twice on each occasion the food is fresh, piping hot, and made to perfection (I still remember how wonderful my French toast and eggs tasted after all these years). Even the dessert area caught my eye with fresh baked goodies on display and of course my favorite being red velvet cake (chose not to indulge this time but there is always a next) Service -- My waiter earned his tip it wasn't his fault the kitchen was behind. All I look for in my server is great service, get the order right, keep my glass full, and stay on the job. He did all these things Ambiance -- Not bad not bad at all. Besides the noise level the place is actually bigger on the inside with plenty of seating and has a nice size bar area that accommodates very well. They have high tops for smaller groups, booths for and large tables for larger parties. Cons: Kitchen: Look I understand I chose to come at brunch but goodness darn near an hour wait for some egg whites and a salad is just darn ridiculous to me. Not to mention my undercooked chicken wings once I got home to try to enjoy them. Now this does not deter me from every coming back like some restaurants have in the past because quite frankly the main course was scrumptious and done right. But the kitchen is going to need some work Overall I would recommend this restaurant with confidence to anyone who is looking for great food, a casual and family friendly ambiance, with wonderful service. Just be prepared to wait for your food but its worth it
(4)L M.
My boyfriend and I have been here for two date nights. They have a great happy hour and a wide variety of things to order from on the menu. I love the Sangria for a happy hour special and if you are a pasta/cheese lover, you will love the lobster mac n cheese.
(4)m g.
This used to be good place to go to , but something changed badly . I used to go with my family here at least twice a week but food got from good to bad . They mess up the orders too often , if they overcook the meal that you didn't want don't expect even apology . Time to find better place
(1)Kassity L.
This place has your typical American breakfast fare. They offer a few good options to choose from. I'm someone who likes to get both something sweet and savory for breakfast, so I had ordered their egg, bacon, and pancake combo. I remembered my friends also ordered a couple combos that came with a good variety. The food itself wasn't special. I had gotten my eggs over easy, and one of the eggs was slightly overdone. The bacon still had a lot of fat left in it. And I prefer my pancakes to have some chewiness to them, but these fell apart easily. The part of my meal that I enjoyed the most though were the drinks. I had gotten a blueberry banana smoothie, which was made with fresh fruits. My friend got one of their green smoothies, and while I usually hate blended greens, this smoothie actually came out pretty decent. The strong green taste of the kale and spinach was balanced out with citrus juice. I am tempted to come back to this place just to get their smoothies, but for the time and price (and this place is pricey), I'll probably take my business elsewhere.
(3)Alyssa A.
I came here with my boyfriend on Friday night. There was a few people in there but most of the tables were empty. I ordered the honey mustard chicken burger and he ordered the vegetable omelette. We were both really happy with what we ordered. The service was good, however the check took a second to figure out because of my groupon. She said they normally like you to spend the $30. Then she realized that she didn't include my iced tea and once we added that in we were over $30. They have good variety on their menu so next time I'd like to try something new. Good experience overall.
(4)Lauren C.
Downtown Silver Spring has a lot of choices for happy hour and this one was not a winner. Eggspectations has a great happy hour menu. We tried their brie bruschetta and the pork quesadilla. Soooo good! The wine is a really good price and they have a full bar and good selection of beer. So why not more stars? The service was a mess. Both of the bartenders had separate groups of friends visiting them. Rather than going up to talk to them, the bartenders kept yelling across the bar to their friends (who did not order anything), sometimes while standing right in front of you. If I wanted to be in a rowdy obnoxious atmosphere, I would have chosen a different location. What bothered me the most, is that the manager made an appearance several times when the yelling was at peak levels (and distances) and he never said a thing. Unprofessional. It was very clear that others around us felt the same way. We sat with our glasses empty and had to chase someone down to order another round. The bar was not even half full at the time. On top of ALL that, there were some questionable cleanliness issues that we witnessed. One employee was making fresh orange juice, would stop and complete a non food related task, then go back to juicing without washing her hands. Then instead of using a can opener to open juice cans, the cans were being slammed against the corner of the counter. Juice sprayed all down the counter and onto the floor. It was so odd. It's really too bad. I've been trying to find a happy hour spot for when I'm in Silver Spring. Despite how good the food was it won't be here.
(2)Richard W.
Lower Eggspectations when you dine here.I ordered their dish California Dreaming,which was eggs Benedict over potatoes,asparagus and smoked salmon with toast on the side.Sounded good except that what I got was hard poached eggs and maybe a teaspoon of minced smoked salmon.The cappuccino came cold and week and small(gone in 3 small sips)Last time I waste $22.00 there.
(1)Milena L.
Came here for brunch on a Sunday. I ordered pancakes, they were awesome! However, we did have to wait a while for our food. Staff friendly and music was fine. I'll come here again definitively.
(4)Ijene L.
I have read alot bad reviews for this place and I have NO idea what their problems are. If you have sense, you will order what's IN the TITLE. I had the EGGSUBERANT breakfast and it was EGGSACTLY that. 2 eggs over medium, perfect. 2 link sausage, thoroughly cooked, well seasoned and crispy lyonnaise style potatoes, two fluffy pancakes, two slices of tomato (grilled) and a slice of cantaloupe and orange, all EGGSecuted beautifully. I also had a huge cinnamon roll and a side of the best cheese grits I've had this close to the Mason-Dixon line. The food came quickly and without flaw. Servers were adequate. I had a Winter Mimosa (champagne and cranberry) and it was delicious and complimented the breakfast WELL! Oddball decor aside, which I didn't really get, I thought it was clean, lively and I was sat next to a fireplace which I really liked. I have nada bad to say about this place, and now that I've sufficiently used the prefix EGGS just enough to be considered douchey, I'll leave you with my final thought which is, if you go to a place with EGGS in the name, order breakfast for crying out loud and you'll be in good shape. :) I'll definitely be back.
(5)Janice V.
Breakfast for dinner?? What, wheres my bacon! I'm a meat addict, but I didnt eat any meat that meal. Instead I ordered creme brulee french toast, crab dip, and my dad ordered eggspectation crepe. Obvisiouly the crepe was too thick because he left more than half the dough on the plate. The crab dip was too small, most of it got sucked in the bread bowl, good, but I want more. The french toast was amazing, if I didnt eat a burger for lunch that day, I would have ate the whole thing (3 thick toast slices). The server was so fake, like seriously dont roll your eyes after you say have a great day. Be fake until we leave, then roll your eyes. I am a nice customer and always say thank you to the workers when I receive my food and get my water refilled.
(4)Brandon B.
I've been to Eggspectations on many occasions. One of the go-to restaurants in downtown Silver Spring, Eggspectations is a nice place to relax for a moment while enjoying a meal. They offer an extensive menu and fair prices. The few times I've been, I've always been seated and served in a timely manner. I've never had an issue with the service, or food not meeting standards. For a typical chain restaurant, the food isn't anything to rave about, but it will do for a meal on the go. Overall, Eggspectations is ok by me.
(3)Jackie H.
This is a really cute place located in a super cute plaza in Silver Springs, Maryland. It is about 10 minutes from DC. Anyway, I had breakfast which consisted of strawberry pancakes and a side of bacon. This with coffee. I enjoyed the pancakes and ate it up with gusto. The strawberries were good, sweet, and plentiful. The bacon left a lot to be desired. Did you know that some bacon doesn't taste good? I recently found this out. The bacon was super thin and did not have that good old bacon flavor that I know it should have. I actually left some bacon on the plate. It was that not good. Anyway, the service was on point and, as usual, I appreciate that. This place is a bit over priced and they need to just stop. The coffee was just okay, nothing special. So, I would return here as they served lunch and dinner too. I would want to try some other things they have to offer.
(3)Anu Y.
We here last night craving diner food close to 9pm. This place is definitely not a diner but a great place to eat. I had the french toast pave and harvest hot cider. My friend had the waffle pave and a mocha. The pave was awesome! A very generous amount of fruit used, I was very impressed. The french toast was awesome and I loved the moist consistency in the middle with a crunchy outside. I waffles were great too. Lost one star because the harvest hot cider was way too sweet and kind of gross. I think it's meant to be spiked and mine wasn't so it didn't taste all that good :/
(4)Duke J.
In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring, MD is One of the best places to come for Happy Hour! HANDS DOWN!!! Actually, keep your hands securely around your glass because........well because........JUST BECAUSE!! Ok, so this is definitely a breakfast joint, specializing in all types of, you guessed it - EGGS! But honestly I have never been in here for breakfast. This location was always neutral for the homies to rendezvous after work. Happy Hour is from 3-7pm and if you're cool enough, sometimes 7-thurddy. But I ain't one to gossip........you know how it goes! Came here this past summer when I was visiting home (Washington D.C.) and met with my homegirl for a quick drink and a bite, along with intriguing catch-up type conversation. We had a blast! It made me reminisce of endless times I spent here after work with homies from around the way..... The location is split into two main sections. Upon entry (to your left) is the dining area, very spacious with plenty of tables but not from the looks has a feeling of potential claustrophobia. Folks in LA might be used to the elbow-to-elbow type seating in some joints and this place is no different. Now! On the right side of the room is where you will find ME & ALL MY PEOPLE!!! The bar wraps around the left side of the space with ample bar stool seating room as well as high raised tables & dine in booth to accommodate all sizes of after-work parties. For me The Hefeweizen is absolutely the best go to beer here! A tall boy for under $4!! Ahhhhhhhhhh the life! I truly miss this place. Definitely a mid 20's to early 30's kind of after work spot that has a few locals that host as regulars and your occasional belligerent outlandish show-offs buying rounds for their respective crews. I've bumped into plenty of people from High School, my neighborhood, even folks I went to Church with I would see here. If you grew up in this area (like me) than you know that it is inevitable to run into someone you know. In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring it is just bound to happen. Appetizers are HALF OFF and they have a lot of delectable choices from Chicken Strips to Sliders to Quesadillas! All types of eats and drinks during happy hour with deals that make you wonder...... "How in the fcuk are they making any money!!!" There are just too many good things going on here. Next time I'm back east I'll definitely have to give breakfast a try. However, I might just wind up at the bar though!
(5)Jen C.
This was my first experience at this restaurant. Service was friendly. Don't expect much from the bar, but the food was good. Lobster Mac and Cheese was excellent! The grilled salmon was also good, but for the price, the portion should have been larger. Don't let the 3 stars fool you. A higher rating would have been given for better drink service, but I'll be a return customer.
(3)Justin P.
Well well well, where to start. Went here last night (Friday night) with my family and 3 little cousins. The place wasn't packed at all. We got seated, after 15 minutes of waiting for a server I had to walk up to the host and ask if anyone will be serving us after seeing numerous servers walking right past us. Finally got a server, ordered our beers for the adults and ordered the kids food at the same time. Believe this, the kids actually got their meals before we even got our drinks. Plain an simple, I have never experienced such terrible service like this before. Very inexcusable. It was like none of the servers wanted to be there. There was nothing special about the food, bland and didn't have much taste. I feel bad because I brought my family here who flew in from Michigan and everyone was very unhappy. This place needs to get it together
(1)Erin S.
I am visiting from NY and this place was a great choice for lunch. i have a 6 year old who was hungry while out with family and this place was amazing! the drinks were amazing and although I had a salad it was very filling and I am not hungry.
(5)Antoinette A.
I've been here a millions times and I love it. The food is good, I have several "go-to" meals that are consistently great. The only reason I don't give them 5/5 stars is because the service isn't always great. Often they forget things or aren't attentive enough. But all in all it's convenient, and economically priced. They serve alcohol and have happy hour at their bar. The best thing though is that you can get any meal at anytime of the day. One time I went in and got dinner for breakfast!
(4)Elizabeth K.
I used to enjoy coming here, and maybe I just hit at a bad time of the day (12:45 on a Saturday) but the bar was dirty (not wiped down), there was food on the floor, and it took forever to get anyone to even bring me a menu (actually I was in the process of moving seats when the bartender was bringing a menu up). I ended up moving seats because the woman next to me was on a very loud conference call, and was surprised when the bartender didn't bring the menu two seats over where I moved, so I was then menu-less again. Alas, I walked out and won't be coming back. Bummer because Eggspectation used to be a good spot!
(2)Koral S.
Being one of the only places in the neighborhood serving breakfast - it's a place I go to by default. The menu is really extensive so either know what kind of flavors you want going in ... or expect a while to place an order if you are like me and like to go through all options before ordering. The friend I went with I love sharing food with - so this was a good place. We got the veggie omelet, the crab dip and the french toast special with strawberries and bananas. Sharing it all. Everything was done well ... averagely. What I expect from a place like this. I will say ... the waiter we had was amazing! Very tentative.
(3)Perico D.
I had a shock top beer mostly made of wheat and some chocolate, i think . it was good. the chicken florentine soup was salty. i asked for extra crackers. maria, the server was pleasant and accommodating.
(2)Laura H.
My boyfriend and I met his friend and his wife for a late Saturday brunch here and I had a very enjoyable experience. Located in downtown Silver Springs, this is the perfect spot to sit outside and people watch. Obviously with the name of the restaurant, you'd expect a breakfast- particularly with eggs- theme here which did not disappoint. First, walking in, I noticed the door handles were in the shape of whisks- how cute! They have a large inside dinning room and a substantial outdoor seating area as well. Our party of four chose to sit outside since it was such a beautiful afternoon. We were greeted quickly and our service was very friendly and efficient throughout our meal. It was attentive without being intrusive- just what I hope for when dining out. Now, back to the food and drinks...... They have a rather extensive mimosa and Bloody Mary menu in addition to several non alcoholic smoothies. Our friends each ordered up a green smoothie while my boyfriend I and decided on mimosas- the traditional for him and the tropical for me. I really enjoyed mine, although I'd say it was light on the alcohol, but it did have the coconut and pineapple flavors in it as promised in the drink description. As for the food, breakfast reigns supreme here, although they did also gave an assortment of sandwiches, burgers, appetizers, and entrees- the lobster mac and cheese is on my list for my next visit. All four of us ordered variations of omlettes, which come with toast and lyonnaise potatoes. The toast was all brought in one basket, and I didnotice the cinnamon raisin I ordered wasn't in there- replaced with some variation of white. I didn't care since I never touched it, however, if I had received my correct toast I would have taken at least a bite. I, along with my boyfriend, chose the mix and match omlette. You can choose a meat inside (bacon, sausage,ham, turkey bacon, or turkey sausage) and cheese (Swiss or cheddar). I chose to have turkey sausage and Swiss, also substituting egg whites for $1.79 and substituting the potatoes for fresh fruit for $2.49. I wish places would typically let you substitute egg whites for no charge but $1.79 isn't horribly expensive. The fresh fruit was highly worth the price- strawberries, blueberries, honeydew, cantaloupe , pineapple, bananas, and mango, all super fresh and sweet, in addition to being a large portion of fruit. My omlette was tasty- I really liked the flavor of the turkey sausage- a little peppery, which I enjoy. My boyfriend enjoyed his regular omlette with cheddar and turkey bacon. The potatoes were more like potato rounds cooked with onions, unlike lyonnaise potatoes from a popular breakfast spot in my hometown of Pittsburgh. These potatoes looked far better than the Pittsburgh ones! Our friends enjoyed their omlettes also and I noted the southwestern omlette one of them ordered was chock full of salsa and avocados- it looked delicious! I hope I have an opportunity to return here as they have such a huge menu and all of it sounds amazingly delightful!
(4)Dana M.
This place has a BOOK of a menu - you can get whatever you feel like, whenever! And I love breakfast for dinner (or any time of day, really), so it's a win with me! I also really appreciate that it's pretty easy for me to order gluten and dairy free :) It probably took us about 20 minutes to decide what to get! Last time I went I had the smoked salmon omelet. Nothing to write home about, but it was still yummy! Service: a little slow, but it was the end of happy hour so that was expected. Happy hour is until 8!! And it's pretty cheap too - about 3-5 bucks for wine and rail cocktails. And the house wine was pretty good! First time trying white zin and I wasn't disappointed.
(3)Jasmine K.
I've been to Expectation several times. Once about 6 years ago, and got the hot wings, they were good but a little too hot. Last year and got a chicken sandwich with avocado on Ciabatta which was great. Last week I went for the first time for their namesake, eggs. I went for breakfast and ordered the southwest omelet. It was decent but I wanted more flavor. The salsa on it was bland and I wanted more salt, and pepper in my eggs something. Seasoning is KEY! Anyways it didn't end there, 30 minutes later I was nauseous. I may try it again, but no time soon. Service was great...
(3)Elle Z.
Service was slow. It took quite a while to get our smoothie drinks (which were good and more smoothie than juice - so good), and a Ceasars salad was forgotten until the main dishes came out. That does not take into account the foooooooddddddd that took a while. When it got here, it was alright. Not bad. But I was dissapointed the potato pancakes were more patty than authentic shredded potatoes. Plus they didn't have applesauce for them. The menu looks pretty imaginative considering almost all dishes are egg based. Our friend said he likes this place and normally.there is a long wait, so I assume many people have a better experience. I, personally, wouldn't come here again.
(3)Skinny B.
I give this place a strong 3. C. Having lived in the area, me and my girlfriend would frequent this place often for a quick breakfast. Some things on the menu are great, others could use some work. I am picky when it comes to my food and they happily oblige my many request to perfect my meal. Say for example I request, "egg whites scrambled hard, with chives, and shredded cheese and that I'd like my corn beef hash cooked a bit longer with french fries on the side instead of hashbrowns." They don't make me feel guilty/bad about having preferences. The service is usually pretty fast and friendly, with the exception of a time or two it's been really busy and our waitress sort of forgot about us and the specific request I had made. However, they always apologize and redeem themselves for their mistakes. They seemed overwhelmed and understaffed at the moment, so no worries. I continually gave them chances until I found a wired bread twist tie in my omelette and gave up on the restaurant all together.
(3)Tony N.
Solid meal every time. It's a different type of menu from your Ruby Tuesday's, Chilli's, TGI Friday's, etc. Crepes are good. Expansive menu is entering Cheesecake Factory territory, but they can pull off the variety of options. Prices are a wee on high side. Try the salted caramel hot chocolate and a dessert crepe while sitting by the fireplace on a cool evening after a movie across the street.
(3)Sara M.
I didn't know what to EGGSpect when I visited this restaurant. What I found was a large menu with tons of delicious breakfast treats....and bad service! The food was colorful, filling and fresh, the fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious, and the house coffee was good. Again, what really annoyed me was the bad service. We were seated and then left stranded without any wait service. It took so long for a waitress to wander over that my boyfriend had to get up and ask the hostess when we would be attended to. When a waitress did finally come, I will say that she was very friendly and apologetic. There didn't seem to be any particular reason for her tardiness, but it she made up for it by giving me the Orange juice on the house! She also put our food orders in quickly, because the food was served within ten minutes. Decor and outdoor seating are a joy, especially for breakfast. The food, again, was wonderful. Despite my bad luck with service, I would definitely come back here again and give them another try!
(4)Peg H.
Ate here twice: Breakfast and lunch... Food was pretty good but service is slow. First meal no one else there but think the cook struggled to make the order efficiently. Lunch: the place was busy so it was slow due to the #of customers... Beverage never came so service was the issue. Glad they make accommodations for Gluten Free!
(3)Arthita G.
They tend to load up your dishes with carbs, carbs and more carbs.. potatoes and such. But you can ask them to replace it with vegetables or orzo pasta or something if you prefer. The eggs are good.
(4)Brett M.
Breakfast is the best stuff on the menu and there is definitely a lot of it! I wouldn't go here for dinner.
(3)Maria B.
When I saw the huge menu, I knew this would not be my favorite place. I hate having too many menu choices... In addition, I'm sure the servers there are totally frustrated because I bet it takes people tons of time to order. The dish names are not descriptive at all so you have to read the paragraph below if you want any information. In spite of the first reaction, I was pleasantly surprised. We went for lunch on saturday after trying and failing to find Pier 1 in Silver Spring, and sat at the bar. The service was good and the bloody marys were much better than I expected. I had an omlette and my fiance had eggs benedict. Eggs were tasty and frankly, it was a better brunch than many of the swanky places in DC. I'd come back again if I'm in that area and in the mood for breakfast food.
(3)Racquel C.
I've only had their breakfast ... and it's been consistently been good. Nothing spectacular, but consistently good.
(3)Dave J.
Food was ok. Poor service.
(2)Connie Y.
Should've gotten the eggs. After all, it's named eggspectation. BUT I didn't, and instead chose the crab cake sandwich. Ergo, I must take partial blame for the restaurant not meeting my eggspecations. For 16.99, the crab meat in the sandwich was quite sufficient; however, it was sadly too soggy and flavorless. It needed Old Bay or just more salt, which would've eggsponentially enhanced the flavor! In addition, the entree came with decent steak fries, but it was nothing to write home about. Now, the chicken avocado salad and 8oz steak and fries looked quite tasty! May have to try that next time. On a more positive note, their cafe latte was quite decent. It had a hint of cinnamon on top of the milk foam, which gave the coffee flavor a uniquely different flavor. Enjoyed it much more than my crab patty. In terms of the restaurant, the service was eggcellent and the waitress was extremely attentive, always checking whether I needed more water or more ice tea. Their attentiveness could have been due to the lack of customers, but I was perfectly satisfied w/ the bougie attention. Lastly, Eggspectation also had a sweet outdoor seating that would be perfect for a cool evening or a morning breakfast. However, the inside could use a major update. When you first walk through the double doors, it's a musty blue-colored entrance that greets you and then a glass bar of desserts on the left. Although, when you walk pass the dessert section, you'll find a bar area, which may interest you sport folks. If I came again, I would make sure to sit on the outside porch for the experience, and well...order eggs.
(3)Ling W.
Definitely wins for diversity of things on the menu! For example, if you decide you want eggs somewhere in your breakfast, that eliminates only half of the extensive menu. There are also tons of caffeinated, non-caffeinated, and alcoholic beverages to choose from. $2 off drafts from 3-8pm for happy hour, and they were advertising the latest "Enjoy by" from Stone brewery. I went for brunch, and will definitely check them out in the evening!
(3)Tiffany M.
Delicious! Great atmosphere! Great staff!
(4)Gwen L.
My husband and I were in Silver Spring last night and remembered this restaurant. We checked out the menu and decided to try it for the first time. We enjoyed being able to dine outside and listen to the live band that played across the street. What peaked my interest on the menu was the Lobster Mac and Cheese - very yummy (t I would prefer chunks of lobster instead of what seemed like minced lobster meat) but very good none the less. The garlic bread and salad that accompanied it was delicious also ! My husband ordered the Bar-b-que burger which he said was very good but messy. Our server Nolan J was excellent !! He was very attentive from start to finish. Ask for him when you go! My only complaint: THE BARTENDER - ALEXANDER T: We arrived 30 minutes before Happy Hour ended and wanted to order cocktails and an appetizer. We were told by our server that Happy Hour specials can only be ordered from the bar - so my husband went to the bar to order. ALEXANDER T places the order, my husband goes back to pay and lets the bartender know he is taking everything to our table outside. As my husband leaves the bar area he can see ALEXANDER T mocking him saying "I'm gonna take this outside". Totally Unnecessary!! Yes, we did leave a tip for him beforehand which he obviously didn't deserve at this point. Apparently - the happy hour specials are only for indoor bar consumption, which our server later explained after ALEXANDER T scolded him about it. ALEXANDER T could have just advised his customer (my husband) of the Happy Hour policy and move on to his next customer.
(3)Boris S.
Lets have cakegasm, Chocolate Cake (5/5 NOMs). Every time I forget that this place has amazing cakes! We came here just for the desert and totally pigged out on two very rich heavy cakes. Who said cakes need to be light? Heavy chocolate is the way!
(5)Petet H.
I am giving this restaurant a five star review for the atmosphere. Breakfast here is expensive, but the decor makes it worth it. Will come back.
(5)Elizabeth G.
I went here with my mom for breakfast, and was not disappointed. I remember I tried Brie for the first time with apples and caramel, or something like that. It was amazing and the service was on point. I wish I had the money to go every morning!
(4)Sharon R.
Even if there's a line, this place is always worth the wait. The staff is super friendly, and you get your food quickly. And it's delicious! I always go after a huge run because nothing is better than their omelets.
(5)Michelle B.
Solid 4 Wait time family of 5 - 5 Waitress - very nice, professional, pleasant and knowledgeable of food - 5 Food presentation - 4 Originality - 4 Taste- 4 Overall experience - 4 Didn't get a 5 rating because there is always room for for improvement . Coffee could be better
(4)Edwin M.
I just had the most delicious burger EVER!!! I got the eggspectation burger and WOW... My new favorite place to pig out! I don't know why this place received three stars. Must be the long lines. Only con I have is that they could have gave me more fries, Huge burger and little fries. Definitely will be back again!!!
(5)Marios D.
Good spot for breakfast. Contains the standard fare of items including a selection of omelettes and egg items. Had the omelette with Canadian bacon and tomato and cheddar cheese. It was cooked a little too much, with limited cheese and sparingly added bacon. Tasted OK though and the potatoes were sweet with the onion adding more sweetness. Coffee was weak and not quite hot enough - it was a COLD day. Overall an OK spot for breakfast.
(3)Marie S.
love the food! That have so much that it is so hard to make a decision! Everyone is so friendly and the taste of the food is totally yummy! Could be a little bit cheaper but it's ok because you'll get huge dishes.
(4)Keke W.
Love this place! Great food and staff! Always a pleasant experience when I go here!! The lobster and shrimp grits is addictive! Lol
(5)Toni D.
We ended up at Eggspectation because our regular Sunday night venue, Mandalay, was closed due to a water main break that left them without water. When we go back to Mandalay next Sunday, we are making a special point to let them know how we appreciate the food and the service. We walked in at 8:15 pm. The host took off with two menus at a breakneck pace to seat us at a booth all the way at the other end of the restaurant. My husband, who has advanced glaucoma, made his way to the table at his own pace, which is slow, because he could barely see in the darkened dining area. Not a fault of the host, but the host walked back to us and said, "You're at the very end booth." We were then greeted by our waitress, Crystal. Since we were in a place that served a lot of breakfast-type food, we assumed that coffee would be a reasonable beverage of choice. So, when she asked us what we would like to drink, we asked for coffee. "Regular coffee?" she asked. "Yes. Regular coffee." I replied. About five minutes later, Crystal returned and said, "We're out of coffee." Our collective reply was "Whaaat???? That's crazy!" Crystal then began to sell us on expressos, lattes, and other types of barista coffee drinks, and we told her that we really weren't interested, and that besides, I am lactose intolerant. She then replied that she would see what she could do. Another five minutes passed, and she returned with two large mugs of coffee. Good coffee. We placed our orders. I ordered the Bayou Benedict. My husband ordered the corned beef hash with eggs and potatoes. I think it was called "Eggwhat?". Our orders arrived promptly, and the runner put our orders on the table, and took off. Mine was correct, but I have no idea what they put in front of my husband. It was not at all what he ordered. It took another five minutes to flag someone down, because we were all the way at the very end of the restaurant. Then it took another 10 minutes to get my husband's order to the table. My entree was insanely good and appropriately decadent. I asked them to leave the cheese off, and I am glad that they did, because it was not needed. My husband's entree, not so good. The potatoes were good. The eggs were okay. The corned beef hash was very disappointing. First of all, there was less than a half cup of hash on the plate. For nearly $14, we would expect more, and much better than what he got. I got the impression that this entire transaction was one-sided; they charge high prices for the food, but return very little in the way of service and contriteness. The dining out experience should be a reciprocal experience. We show up, mind our P's and Q's, behave politely, pay our tab, and tip our server. The least we can expect is prompt service, a "can-do" attitude from our server, and food that is comparable in value to the price. We honored our side of the equation. Not so much them. Not an "I'm sorry". Not an offer to comp any part of the bill for messing up the order. Not much at all. When two cups of coffee and two egg entrees total $38, someone besides the customer should be making an effort. The only reasons why this place is getting a star is because the coffee was good, there was free wi-fi, and my entree was really good. However, all that was overshadowed by the total unprofessionalism of the staff, and the utter inability to get an order right.
(1)Steven A.
While I've been back on numerous occasions since my first review, the food has held up its end. Hence the two star ratings. The service however... Completely different story. For a restaurant to be situated in the middle of a bustling fast paced city, the speed of service severely lacks. We happened to enter on a more busier time of day (breakfast), but this is what they're known for, and if eggs are your biggest marketing ploy, it's only right to take care of customers at breakfast time no? Other diners and breakfast places don't seem to have this problem. Our waitress seemed preoccupied and extremely forgetful during our sitdown. I clocked her 6:30 seconds to get cream for my coffee which was borderline out of steam. This was her fastest time of the entire service. Call me crazy, but that's absolutely unacceptable for its location. Must get better.
(2)Naomi D.
Do not go here if you are just trying to grab lunch during a workday. I got here at 12:30 and did not leave until 1:50pm. That's how slow the service is. Drinks took a long time to come out. So did the soups, so did the main course. The server didn't know the soup of the day and just guessed. Said she'd double check, but then came back 10 or so minutes later asking if we were ready to order. We both ordered the soups she said they had (1 of each kind). I didn't ask her to confirm the options, because she had already taken long enough to go "check" the first time. She comes out later to say the soup I wanted wasn't available, so I got what was available. Then my friend's soup came out and it was not what the server said they had either. Food was OK, but nothing special considering the jacked up prices. I got corned beef hash. The stuff out of the can is better. She never brought me my toast even after she said she would twice. All in all, I wouldn't go here again considering the bad service (it wasn't even busy) and the expensive price for subpar food. We are talking $14 for eggs, potatoes, and corned beef hash. $5 for a tiny cup of soup. Yea, sit on that.
(2)Jeff W.
Avoid this place. Seats were dirty from a smashed jelly packet. Very long wait for food to arrive. No silverware on the table. Had to ask for it after the food arrived. Waitress wasn't familiar with the beer list, or what was available. Ordered a flight of four beers, 15 minutes later she comes back and says they are out of two of the beers I ordered, but if I come with her to look at her screen I could choose from the available beers. I expect a place advertising craft beer to have a staff who is familiar with the beer menu. When the food finally arrived, it looked like it sat under a warming light for too long. Scrambled eggs had a dry crust on the outside. Eggs Benedict was cold and mushy. Food was luke warm at best. Waitress didn't recognize any of the above problems. Manager did not ask us how our meal was. Wrote this review while waiting ten minutes for the check to arrive. Won't be back here again.
(1)Bonita B.
I enjoy the french toast with the hot fruit (yum!). Each time I've dined at this restaurant, I've had attentive wait staff and overall good experience. When I visit this location, I tend to stay a couple of hours socializing and not once did I feel rushed - even during their busiest days (weekends). Note - if you like sweet southern tea... there is a little guy who makes the tea and he makes it SWWEEEET... So ask if the tea is sweet (southern style/McDonald's sweet or regular) before ordering sweetened tea. If you prefer to control your sugar intake, order unsweetened ice tea. Oh if you peek over and see the 'desserts' -- they look yummy and tempting. I haven't tried their desserts yet because I am always full and can't phantom the idea of eating anything else.
(4)Renelle H.
This is thee worst place I have ever been in my life!!!! I wish I had the opportunity to comment on the food...but I never got that far!!!! First thing is after waiting for 15 minutes they sat us outside in the heat! I did not make any request to sit outside with my asthma!!!! So after asking to be moved we sat on the inside and the waitress damn near whispered her name and then got smart went she didn't hear a request we had for a drink. She came back with the drinks and then took our order....we sat there for 40 minutes!!!!! NO FOOD or red headed waitress. A couple that sat beside us into our 20 minutes of waiting had been served their beverages as well as their food. That was the last straw....I told the manger and he look flustered...needless to say i walked out! NEVER AGAIN!!!!!
(1)Jon S.
This place gets one star, and that's only because the coffee was good. Unfortunately, that's all I got to try this morning. I sat at the bar waiting for someone to take my order for 30 minutes and nada. Couldn't even make eye contact with the servers. Too bad too because I was looking forward to trying this place out. Such is life. I guess I'll head to Panera Bread instead.
(1)Kenya M.
The waitress wasn't friendly at all and the service was slow. The food wasn't good either. Will not visit this location ever again. I love the Columbia location, but not this one.
(1)Michele T.
I've been to eggspectation several times but only for breakfast. We decided to try the dinner because we had a groupon and wanted to see if it was as good. I'm sad to say I was disappointed. The presentation is misleading....we both ordered pasta and when it came out, I was excited because of the great presentation. We ordered two different pastas and both tasted the same. It wasn't terrible, but it definitely wasn't great. Just generic pasta that you can get anywhere else. Suggestion: stick to breakfast! That's what they're known for and that's what they do best.
(3)Callie K.
Service: I enjoyed the fact that with a party of 5 we were seated immediately when it was a busy holiday (labor day). We had tried to call ahead and make reservations but they don't do take reservations. Food: I had the All American minus the eggs since I have an egg allergy and they did everything to accommodated my meal. On top of the the food was good (4/5) and it was plentiful.
(4)Leticia P.
I really do like this place a lot. The food is wonderful. However, the service can be a little better. The waiters need to learn how to properly hold the drinks especially before serving a customer. Also making sure the dishes are cleaned before serving a customer. I do recommend this place though. Great location, reasonable prices and fantastic food. I definitely will be returning.
(4)Gino W.
Chicago has a sister restaurant called Eggsperience. The food is always delicious and I had wondered if I would find a restaurant like that in Washington, DC, while here on my short assignment. Well, DC does not have the same kind of restaurant, but a quick jaunt over into Silver Spring, MD, yielded the results I sought. The chocolate chip waffles were absolute top. Filled with chocolate chips, but not like an advertisement for a bag of Chip-Ahoy cookies -- bet you bite a chip -- these waffles required almost no syrup and were definitely not Eggo waffles. I had scrambled eggs with cream cheese in them that were done correctly. My friend had an Eggspectation® crepe that if it had not had ham in it, I would have partaken of some of hers or ordered a plate for myself. Factor in outstanding service and Eggspectation® exceeded my expectations. [Did I just write that?]
(5)Jean Ann F.
Eggspectation is delicious, their insanely large menu is well, Cheesecake Factory-ish. Their menu boasts an amazing selection of breakfast items as well as traditional American bistro lunch and dinner fare. If you have several types of 'eaters' at your table this would be a good choice. You can low carb here easily and they have great low fat options. Oh, let's not forget Happy Hour specials-this place has a great full bar too!
(4)Karen K.
Very close to 4.5 stars, but I was forced to round down this time. But still, closer to 4.5 stars. Went with my father for our usual Saturday brunch around 10:30. The place was nice and full but we didn't have to wait (though when we left around 11:15 people had started to queue up). We sat in the main dining room which has a "Quebecois" feel to it (Eggspectation is after all a French Canadian company)-- quaint, warm, and cozy, like a little bistrot/patisserie but on a bigger scale. We both ordered a cafe au lait to drink. 5 stars for the menu selection. There is literally anything you could ever dream up and more--crepes, omelettes, Benedicts. My Dad is a breakfast "traditionalist" and ordered a 2 egg combo that came with potatoes, bacon, baked beans, fruit garnish and choice of toast. When the girl listed the toast options my dad interrupted her after cinnamon raisin but she joked, "Thanks for interrupting me; I could have gone on forever!" So we wondered then if they make their own bread but unfortunately forgot to ask. I ordered the Boca Raton Benedict, a benedict made with spinach, guacamole, and Gruyere, I believe. Food was quite delicious. I enjoyed my benedict a lot. Eggs were perfectly poached and I took pleasure in slicing them open to see the yolk run over the dish (LOL.) I think it could have been improved by having less spinach and more guac but overall no complaints. I'm not that into breakfast potatoes but I really liked these; they were thick-cut with sauteed onions (see pictures). I really appreciated the fruit garnish (orange slice and cantaloupe slice) too, which, while definitely small, was perfectly ripe and refreshing. Dad described his eggs as "perfectly over-medium" and loved the baked beans (he was excited to see them on the menu!) and bacon. He didn't eat as much of the potatoes and toast (he's a light eater) but said both were good. And lucky me, I got the fruit! Portions were good, maybe a tiny big for us but for the average person probably about right. Service was excellent, no complaints whatsoever. Our waitress was really friendly. When I took home the extra breakfast potatoes (yep--they were that good) she casually mentioned how she loves them too, and eats them with melted cheese and sour cream, which I might go do right now LOL. My Dad and I were impressed with how the place overall seemed really well-staffed and organized, and the employees looked happy to be working there. Service gets 5 stars too. Overall wait time for food and drinks was very reasonable. Only things they lost stars for are: 1) A little more guac please... 2) Cafe au lait was a little weak, though it may have been my fault for ordering it instead of a cappuccino, which I also considered. 3) (Main reason) EXPENSIVE (The egg combo and benedict were $9.99 and $13.99, respectively.) So try Eggspectation and I highly doubt you'll be disappointed. Just know that it'll be an above-average breakfast splurge cost-wise.
(4)Cherelle H.
Came here on a Saturday at about 10:30am and it was not terribly crowded. We got seated immediately and looked at the extensive menu in awe. I ordered the Banana French Toast which was really good the coffee was decent. Our waiter was OK, nothing spectacular. It took him a long time to come back to the table and give us our check. Overall it was a decent experience.
(3)Irvin F.
This place was strongly recommended by friends so I decided to give it a shot. I came here with my girlfriend around 11am on Friday which isn't much of a busy period for this location from what I've heard. We were greeted with a friendly hostess & was quickly seated to our delight. Our assigned server was pleasant at first but seemed very preoccupied. Me and my girlfriend started by ordering lattes & our server quickly took down our order & left us around 11:15. We waited about 10 minutes & saw her pass by. We gave her a friendly reminder about our order & she gave us a dry response. We waited once again another 10 minutes for our lattes & saw her attending other parties that were seated after us & quickly attending to their needs. So I called her over & reminded her again. She gave us a blank glare & walked away. So it was about 11:50 where we decided it was not worth the wait no longer & left. We were both very disappointed from our experience & will try again in the near future.
(1)Dorothy S.
The food was good. The service was excellent. My server was Kamron. And he was wonderful. I will be back.
(5)Miss Maggie C.
While I do like the food they have here, there were many other things that contributed to the less than average stars I gave them. 1. The price. Each breakfast dish is pretty expensive, in my opinion. 2. The wait times. It took 10 minutes for someone to take our order. After taking our order, the waiter came back after 10 minutes to tell us the kitchen was out of one of the items and we had to change our order. Then, it took another 40 miinutes after ordering for our food to arrive. This was at 8pm, when there was pretty much very few tables taken. I have come to this place 3 times, and the wait to get our food is always this long. One time we went with friends before I had a class down the street at Maryland Youth Ballet. We were there an hour before my class. Our food didn't arrive before class, so my friends had to get mine to go for me to eat after class. 3. The service. My husband didn't like the sauce that came for his chicken and waffles, so he requested regular syrup. We waited and it never came. We then had to ask someone else for the syrup. Our waters were never refilled until we were done with our meals. The manager apologized to us when our food came out, since it had taken so long. She offered us dessert. Our dessert took too long to come, so we walked to the front after paying to pick it up in a to go box. Upon arriving home and opening the box, they gave us the wrong dessert. -_-
(2)Marilyn e.
This is not the place to take guest and it's not the place for a great breakfast. The food is mediocre and that's actually a compliment. My waitress was very nice but seemed overwhelmed. The glass my guest received his drink in was absolutely filthy. That's a true turn off. How clean is their kitchen? Informed management who came to our table an offered this explanation ~ it must be the detergent we used not doing it's job. Come back and we will give you a free smoothie. Really? Nope don't ever plan on going back.
(1)Chandani C.
I've been to this location a few times over the years and have usually had a great experience. This time, I ordered my usual - Waffle Benedict. When the plate arrived at the table there was a piece of hair just chillin on the eggs. I called the server back and showed him the hair. He took the plate back and sent over a manager who apologized to us and said they will re-make my plate for me. He also gave me two vouchers for a free smoothie on my next visit. Other than that, the service was pretty good. We had to wait around 20 minutes for a table, but that was expected since we went on a Saturday afternoon.
(2)Neal C.
If I had to give this restaurant a performance review, they'd get a "Meets Eggspectations." Seriously though, the restaurant isn't bad. But at least from my one visit, I'm not sure what's special about them. Maybe it's my fault for not ordering an omelette? That does seem to be their specialty. They do have plenty of things on the menu that are not made from, on top of, under, or around an egg. Like a fairly standard selection of burgers and pasta dishes. It's actually surprisingly light on the egg-based dished once you get past the omelettes. I was expecting (sorry, EGGspecting) some crazy things like burgers with eggs as buns, or maybe some egg-based cocktails. But no, it was pretty normal. I ordered the Lobster Mac & Cheese because I was feeling both fancy and slovenly at the same time. Now, I think most restaurants put Lobster Mac & Cheese on the menu because it's a good way to charge $18 for 50 cents of pasta and $1 worth of lobster. To Eggspectation's credit, it was absolutely loaded with lobster meat. I've never seen so much lobster in LM&C. Now if only it hadn't been overcooked. Despite the other comments I see, our service was perfectly fine. We didn't go during a particularly busy hour though. Overall I thought they were a little overpriced, and nothing to rave about, but also not bad. Strictly middle-of-the-road. I'm not sure what on the menu would bring me back, but if someone invited me along, I would gladly go.
(3)Natasha C.
This place was right on time! I was visiting the area and staying at a hotel nearby. While in the city I had no transportation, but luckily everything was right around the corner. Literally. Before I departed, I decided to grab a bite. I walked less than 10 minutes from my hotel. Eggspectation has an awesome name, which is what made me choose it from the other options. The menu is vast. The brunch selections are amazing. I decided to have the Vegetable Omelet with potatoes and toast. I enjoyed it a lot. The atmosphere was also very vibrant. You could wait to be seated or sit at the bar area immediately. There was plenty of seats indoor and outdoor. I would have sat outside, but the temperature was a little cool for my liking. The waitress was amazing. She handled the area very well. The place was swarming with people and I was seated in a section where people could plop down at anytime and no one had to wait before she got to them. Overall, I'd love to eat here for diner and drinks. Next visit!
(5)Robert V.
As a local, I've visited this location numerous times. It's usually crowded but always worth it. The food is great and the service is usually friendly and on point. Of course, the cakes that they specialize in are highly recommended. The prices for most items are very fair. The only complaint that I have is that they need to upgrade their silverware and napkins. Eggspectation still uses paper napkins and old worn steel utensils. An upgraded set would greatly enhance the dining experience.
(4)Kris K.
Enjoy their food. Service is consistently good - wish the lines weren't so long on weekends. And don't forget thsi place for dinner!
(4)Ronda G.
First time and went for brunch with my BF on a sunday afternoon. We were told it would be a 25 min wait and given a pager that didn't work. 1 hour later we checked in at the host desk after seeing mutiple people being seated who arrived after us. Hostess apologized that our pager was broken and seated us. The waiter was bland, the decor is strange and non uniform. I had the waffle Benedict which was average but after a hour long wait for breakfast I didn't care. Best thing was the premium Mimosa with grand marnier. Will be back again until I find a great dish I know there has to be at least one.
(2)Jelece M.
Great original brunch food menu. Impressed. Those potatoes are also unique.
(4)Val A.
this was a pleasant surprise. I was expecting an ihop experience but the food was better, the potatoes were tasty and the shakes were very refreshing. We sat outside and had a table that was on uneven ground, my daughter spilled her fresh squeezed OJ and they cleaned it up and didn't charge for the refill, very very cool.
(4)Walter M.
I dined at the Eggspectation in Silver Spring, Great view if your sitting outside. My wife and I had the Groupon deal and they respected it as long as you had the voucher in hard copy; they don't accept the voucher from your phone. I had the jambalaya dish, and it was fair. They do serve a good portion, but too big. They're not selfish in adding all the meat or seafood. What I didn't like about the dish was it was too heavy on the cream or oil. Also, their meat is frozen, not fresh. however, it wasn't too much of a dealbreaker. My wife had the tropical chicken salad. She said it was terrible, because it did not bring the sunflower seeds or the papaya that was supposed to come with it. Also, the chicken had way too much seasoning. Overall, I would go there again for just the breakfast and burgers. Everything else in the menu they end up screwing up. Burgers are decent. Breakfast is good.
(3)Emily L.
Technically, Eggspectation is a chain, but since there are only two in Maryland (plus three in Virginia) the experience isn't as canned as you might find at a national chain. Atmosphere: funky-industrial, bordering on dated. Slightly-confusing layout with multiple entrances, colorful mix-and-match glass light fixtures, outside-inside cafe tables and chairs. The music is way too loud, especially over the noise of a busy, crowded restaurant with concrete floors and exposed ceilings. Service: average. Not especially friendly, attentive or helpful, but not bad either. Drinks: they have a handful of pricey juice cocktails, none of which has interested me much. Coffee drinks are okay. Food: A step or two up from diner, but not quite chic cafe: for one thing, there are way too many options (the menu is ten pages long.) I've tried the French toast, crepes, potato pancakes, bagel with lox, omelette, Benedict and burger: all were fine, but no real standouts. I've never been curious enough to try their entrees, most of which are approaching $20 each; breakfast can easily run $12-16 per person, so not cheap either. Overall, there's not much to recommend here, but I settled on three stars because it is consistent and the food is creative, if not remarkably so.
(3)Kelsey C.
I love this place. Always consistent in food quality and service. I've never had anything that I didn't like. I've only been for breakfast and usually get an omelet but sometimes I mix it up and get French Toast or Pancakes or a bagel - always wonderful. Sometimes service can take a bit but it's so busy for breakfast I completely understand. And the food always comes out fast. Highly recommend!
(5)Ashley C.
The menu is kind of all over the place. The onion rings are yummy as are they're smoothies. The pasta primavera was kind of generic but not bad. Overall the prices are good and the food is decent. Location is great if you want to grab a bite before a movie.
(3)Cassie M.
Love this place! We had the best server too: Dominck. If you can get him, you will be very happy with your service. Food is great and comes very quickly. Restaurant is clean and the bathrooms are very clean and well maintained.
(5)Janie B.
From my experience, this is not a place to go for eggs. I paid $17 for a flat, dry salmon omelet. It came with a few potatoes and some bread. I was expecting a fluffy omelet with chucks of salmon, not 3 thin slices. The person I was with ordered the BBQ burger which was actually really good and juicy. It had great flavor and lots of textures - toasted bun, smoky sauce, and a huge onion ring. Our waiter was polite and very attentive. He made sure to offer menu suggestions and my wine glass was never empty.
(3)Sweet S.
I was looking for a fabulous brunch spot, and thought Eggspectation sounded perfect. It was a total let down... It's several steps up from IHOP, but is clearly a chain... They had a hard time cooking eggs to order (over medium = runny yellows, not runny white and runny yellow). Maybe this is because their focus isn't on breakfest or brunch, they have a full menu with hamburgers, pasta, whatever. Like Denny's, but not as greasy. My companion was very disappointed in whatever they tried to pass off as Eggs Benedict. Said their Hollendaise was crap. And who the heck puts cheese on eggs benedict?! All in all, it's overpriced for the quality and atmosphere.
(2)Good E.
I came here with one of my girlfriends for some food and gabbin'. we had heard good things about this places so my eggspectations were a bit high; no pun intended! I got the lobster benedict, which came with strawberries and lyonaisse potatoes. overall it was good. i also had a piece of cake , raspberry amaretto which was pretty good. my main qualm is the price. these two items were almost thirty bucks! holy moly. they do realize that eggs cost like 20 cents right? and flour is also a cheap ingredient..but anyways the overall thoughts were this was fine to try as a 'breakfast for dinner' but i think i'd rather go to cracker barrel or bickfords for same quality food and less of price tag.
(3)Denise K.
I really liked my quesadilla. Overall this seems like a decent place with great brunch options.
(3)Steph W.
I loved my meal!!! (the all American) everything was super yummy...except the sauage patty that was weird ask for another link instead...now my husband had the eggs Benny and he said the hollandaise was too lemony and there was hardly any on it. We both liked the hashbrowns they taste deep fried!! Mmm so crunchy! :) Also the staff seemed nice, but we only got one water refill. lol
(4)sara h.
yummy chocolate chip pancakes, and chicken spinach savory crepe. i'm picky about food..dc has some of the crappiest restaurants...but this place had great service and great food..
(5)Erica A.
The food was great. The service was a little slow but I think it's because they were so busy. I'll definitely be returning.
(4)Liz B.
The food here is mediocre at best. The service is awful. I always have great expectations (no pun intended) when I walk in the door for brunch. There is a line so one would think the food and service are incredible. They're not. The last couple of times I have really regretted my choice. I had a waitress who forgot to bring me my drink until after the meal and my poached eggs were overdone. Then, I had a bartender that I had to beg for utensils and who got the order wrong. Don't waste your money. Go to McGinty's for brunch instead.
(2)Ritzie C.
I had breakfast here one recent Saturday morning with the Captain and the food has gotten ... better! Before it was most definitely a 2-star kind of restaurant - and that was reaching. But maybe they switched up the cooks in the kitchen because we walked away pleasantly surprised. The Captain had the classic benedict and I got the waffle benedict. The eggs were poached evenly and the hollandaise wasn't separating. Even the potatoes with sauteed onions somehow tasted better than before. We sat at the bar to eat and the service was also good - coffee refilled, attentive service ... what went right here? You know, it doesn't matter. What matters is that we had a good breakfast here and would probably come back - and NOT as a last resort. Well done, Eggspectation.
(3)Will R.
Food was good. Great breakfast selection. Nicely presented. Lobster omelet was nice. Unfortunately, service was low rate. Friendly server, but food came without silverware. It took five minutes to catch the waitress' attention. Toast never came. Had to remind waitress who looked perturbed to be asked. Still, in all, not a bad brunch spot.
(3)Sonya W.
It took dozens of visits but I am finally admitting that this place just ain't that good. I will say that their muffins and yogurt are two very delicious options, but short of that, and especially when it comes to their eggs, it's just bad food. You can do better. Especially for how pricey it is.
(2)zabby w.
For a chain restaurant I would say this is the WORST food I've had in a very very long time. I think other low-budget chain restaurants like Denny's would have fared better. I came here for dinner I ordered the grilled chicken mustard sandwich. The chicken seriously tasted like it was frozen and just placed in a microwave. The fries were lackluster. My wife ordered the spinach and mushroom crepe and it was barely warm. We ordered one pound of wings and guess what? it was EIGHT wiings for $12. OMG. These were not magical JUMBO wings but small to medium size wings. Overall, our meal was about $50 but I would have been better off going to Chick-Fila for a $15 meal. This place is a absolute STAY AWAY and I would give it negative stars if I could.
(1)Jill M.
It's not bad. Basically, they have a really long menu, huge dining room, bland decor, overpriced drinks, and everything else you'd expect from a chain restaurant. I do love eggs, though, and between the eggs benedict and omelet options, I was happy. They also had some great coffee drinks on the menu. I ordered the California Eggs Benedict, and it was good - not too cheesy or anything, and the eggs were perfectly poached and runny on the inside. I should add that they were great about accomodating substitutions for their dishes (such as swapping fruit for potatoes, or potato latkes for bread). Everyone in our group of five seemed to really enjoy their meal, and I'd definitely go back for brunch with a group.
(3)Kristen H.
I had been wanting to visit this place for awhile since it is right by my office. and I had gotten a Groupon deal to go. My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday night and it wasn't too packed, we were able to get seated right away. The waitress we got definitely kept us waiting a little longer than we'd like for drinks, food, and the check. Everything on the menu sounded delicious, it just took a long time to read through all the options because their menu is huge. I did feel a little rushed my the waitress to make a decision, but I did end up picking something that was quite delicious. I went with the french toast flambe with strawberries and bananas on top with two overeasy eggs on the side. Man was this good! The sauce from the flambe was so sweet and flavorful that I didn't even use regular syrup. The french toast was very fluffy and was great for soaking up the sauce, and the fruit on top was just the right texture to go with it. Overall it was a really good experience and I would love to go back. I just want more time to look at the menu! haha
(4)Rosanna W.
thanks to our server who gave great suggestions to eat! i love love brunch food and was craving waffles. had the waffle benedict, the benedict was on point, n waffle was delicious. so delicious my friend and i ordered a fruit covered waffle that was drizzled with a sweet cream. hah fat status, but the fruits tasted yummy and the cream was light n not heavy at all :) i enjoyed my brunch food!
(4)Izzat A.
Had a Groupon for here so went to dinner with the wife. Service was pretty slow but the food made up for it. I had one of the best chicken sandwiches that I've ever had here. I know that's alot of hyperbole, but it was very very good. The sandwich came with avacado on it but I had them sub some mango and it was awesome. They have this BBQ sauce which is amazing. Wife liked what she got. Prices are decent. Will come back.
(4)Phx D.
Great unique spin on breakfast. Fresh ingredients, great service, great ambiance. Definitely Recommend it. Down side, no parking.
(4)Nick R.
Quality control nightmare. Pros: + If you need a large selection, Eggspectation has you covered. Shorter than a Cheesecake Factory menu, but very diverse as well + For the price, portions are decent. + The menu makes eggselent jokes at its on expense. Cons - Quality control nightmare. Our table ordered the same meal, two eggs, pancakes, grilled potatoes, choice of meat, with fruit. - Nothing was hot. Perhaps warm. Just short of cold really. - The potatoes were overcooked on one plate with some onions, undercooked with no onions on another, and correctly cooked and loaded with onions on the last. - Pancakes were similarly cooked, or not cooked. Undercooked pancakes are bad mmkay? Also, the refire was also undercooked on one side. - Service was pretty awful. Hostess didn't communicate that she was grabbing menus and returning shortly. - The waiter wasn't much better. 5 minute wait at the start. Didn't bring water (all the other tables had it?), didn't check if the food was alright, and was just generally confused and slow (maybe this is why it was cold?). - No coffee refill? - The biggie, none of the food was really tasty. I suppose the yoke's on me for thinking the positive reviews meant things were improving, but they're not. It's not hard to see either, a look at folk's faces, and no one looks happy eating their meal. Either the entire restaurant needs Xanax, or something is seriously wrong at Eggspectation.
(2)Carmen C.
i'm not a breakfast person but my husband is. i love coming to Egg for breakfast there is plenty on the menu i can eat and my husband gets to have breakfast. i come often for lunch love their salads. i can always count on great service and great food! i've also used their catering services on many occasions and highly recommend it.
(5)Lesley T.
Eggspectations, you most certainly did not meet my expectations. I've been here before, but not in a few years. Thought I'd come back today and remind myself of how good it is. Yea, our meals were good...we were content. Drinks, not good at all. Service however....not so much either. Awful. Terrible. Won't be back. Customer service is extremely important as apart of a dining experience. If you don't like your job, quit. If you know you're not doing the job well, quit. If you know you don't care for the customers satisfaction, quit.
(2)Sep S.
I was told on many mornings by many of friends and others, that i make a mean delicious omellete. Indeed I love making omelletes or anything with eggs in it. And I'm damn good at it. So when I saw a place that serves omellettes from morning until day until night; &** YEAH!; i damn well checked it out; and yeah, i had an omellete for dinner. I got this avocado, mozarrella, cheesy, fresh tomato, garlicky, meaty omellete; which comes with toast and fine butter; and add to that a hot chocolate/coffee blend they have here; and you know what, yeah, it was good. I love omelettes. I can eat an omelette anytime of day. Probably wasnt as good as the ones i make, but still, when you're out in the middle of nowhere for no good reason and its cold, get yo goddamn omelete and be a boss. And that's what I did. And it was good. Remember, Omelette for dinner. In all frankness, this place is delicious. Check it out. OK OK OK. fine. My EGGspectations were met!!! hu hhuhu huh!!?!? lol. cheers fellas!
(4)Erin H.
Food was overall undercooked and wait staff was unavailable. Sent the bacon back to finish cooking; was almost finished eating my omelet (slightly undercooked, but edible) before I could get someone's attention to ask when the bacon was coming back. When she brought me the bacon (the old stuff or fresh?), she said the manager was coming over to talk to me. The manager never showed. The toast was warm, but not what a reasonable person would consider as "toasted", but didn't send it back because was still waiting for the bacon and still looking for wait staff. Wasn't offered a coffee refill until the meal (including bacon) was finished and no one came around pouring coffee, plus couldn't find anyone to ask for coffee. Was offered a dessert menu after breakfast though. Cooking and customers seemed to be duel inconveniences for this restaurant on this particular day.
(2)Tiffany F.
Great breakfast spot. It opens really early which is very cool on the weekend. The crepes with chicken, mushrooms and peppers was really good. This is my first time but won't be my last time here!
(4)Ashwin M.
Saturday Brunch: Not up to par with my many stellar experiences at Eggspectations in Columbia. Mostly it was the service that came up short. Had to remind our waiter three or four times for silverware, small plates and bread, and entrees took forever. My Spinach Florentine Benedict was yummy, and both friends who got Egg-Chiladas devoured them in no time. Awesome hot chocolate too. Would give 4 stars, but deducting one for subpar service and because one friend's huevos rancheros was rock hard (the tortilla). That said, my party of 7 got seated within 15 mins on a Saturday at noon, not bad! It's always nice that they can seat incomplete parties without any problems.
(3)Laurie K.
The breakfast is good, and it's very crowded on the weekends. But the lunch and dinner offerings are to be avoided at all costs. Go to drink, sit out on the patio and people watch. Enjoy the desserts. But for a meal when you're hungry? No, try the nearby restaurants.
(2)Hina C.
Don't waste your time or money. They don't even use good eggs because this place is a bad egg :P nothing special you can make a better quality and better tasting breakfast at home.
(1)Emily R.
Great food for breakfast but an insane wait on the weekend since there are no reservations. Dinner food is average at best and the service is really lacking, even with a half empty restaurant.
(4)Neal Gone Daddy H.
We got here on a Sunday at 10am right before a big rush came in. We ordered huevos rancheros and chesapeake eggs benedict. first bad sign was the huevos rancheros came out with the remains of the bottom of the tortilla chip bag, all cracked and stale. the egg whites were also raw on the over easy eggs. yuck... but the chesapeake eggs benedict was the worst thing of all. it seemed like they just cracked open a can of crab meat and made some sprinklings on top of two mucky benedict lumps and charged us $18.00. The whole mess stunk to high heavens.
(1)Lalou A.
We were visiting from out of town and decided to try this place. Wow were we sorry. The waitress was friendly enough, but the food took forever to arrive. Another person in our party had to wait 15 minutes for a salad with not many other people in the place! They served what tasted like old garlic bread. My daughter and I ordered burgers hers with ketchup only, I with onion rings, her with fries. We ordered them medium well but when they arrived hers had everything on it and both came out burned. I tell u if they are trying to provide hockey pucks to the nhl they are on the right track. The waitress told us the cooks were Spanish and couldn't understand. Do you need to speak English not to burn the hell out of your food? So we sent them back they came back much quicker than the 20 minutes we waited last time not quite as burned. The manager came back and apologized but actually said the burgers were ordered medium well and cooked to perfection by her best chef!!!!! I told her that I don't know what your version of perfection is but this not it she fake apologized and quickly rushed off to remove it from our bill. Unbelievable. Do not waste your money or time at this place or you'll be sorry! (This was written by my husband Michael, he was so beside himself! LOL!)
(1)Siv L.
Came here for brunch at 9:30 and fortunately there was no wait. The menu is extensive so it was hard to narrow down what we wanted. I ordered the All American (2 eggs fried, medium, potatoes, beans, fruit garnish, and 2 slices of bacon, Canadian bacon, ham, sausage, toast) -- everything was great and I especially liked the potatoes that were served with sauteed mushrooms. My boyfriend ordered an omelette with egg whites, mushrooms, veggies with a side of corn beef hash. He also ordered a smoothie (which was kind of expensive $7). Service was fast, everything was good. Would come again.
(4)Starr C.
I was in downtown Silver Spring for dinner and we decided mostly on a whim to go to Eggspectation. Since it was Saturday night, we did have a bit of a wait. The hostess gave us a buzzer and we browsed the shops for a short while before heading back just as they buzzed us. Service is very nice. A little bit on the slow side, but again, considering it was Saturday night, I have nothing to complain about. I ordered a vegetarian omelette and my date had the Bagel Benedict? My omelette was fine. Nothing super spectacular, it's a pretty simple veggie omelette that came with some grapes (I was sort of confused by this XD) and potatoes that seemed to have soaked up a bit too much of the oil they were fried in. Our server kindly brought me salsa when I asked for a small dish. He was a bit slow bringing out my toast that is supposed to come with my omelette though? Luckily, I changed my bread a few minutes in, but I was kind of concerned that making my toast was taking as long as it did. Neither of us had ever had eggs Benedict before (shocking, I know), so I can't really comment on how it was. Atmosphere was pretty nice. There was a nice buzz of people, dimmed lights, and smooth music covering everything. It's good for an intimate get-together. All in all, I love having breakfast foods for dinner, but I feel like it could've been done better.
(3)La B.
When we've come on both occasions they dont have any pie! However the food is good. We've had the western omelet, french toast flambe, and steak and eggs. All are really good and well flavored. We dig the hot cocoa too. They have pepsi products, but not many alcoholic drinks. The menu is vast with items from sandwiches, to crepes, to fish. Booths and tables are all accommodating and spacious and wheelchair accessible. Staff are professional each time we visited and know the menu well.
(3)Libby F.
Happy Hour at Eggspectation: Coming here for happy hour is like going to T.G.I.Friday's for happy hour. Generic food, but not bad food. If you are looking for bargain prices in Downtown Silver Spring then this is the place for you. For one thing, happy hour goes to 8pm! All appetizers except for the mini crab cakes and crab quesadillas are half-off. That means you can get a decent-sized chicken quesadilla for $5.00. I had the bruschetta and it wasn't my favorite; not something I'd order again, but $2.75 for a Sam Adams draft just might draw me back to their patio again. Doggies welcome.
(3)Jannett L.
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants. The good is always delicious and the service is great. Last time I went was for Valentines Day, my boyfriend and I had the Valentine's day special which was a great deal. I couldn't get over how good the Grilled Salmon was. Plus, I love all the egg-puns! Definitely recommend!
(5)Clare M.
Interesting menu. Good desserts and coffee. Nice atmosphere. I'd go back
(3)Adam G.
The food is pretty good, but not for the price. It's never tough to get a table, though, and the service is generally reliable. Our server was courteous but forgot to bring our toast after explicitly mentioning she would. Also, when you have to pay almost $4 for a small juice, even if it is fresh squeezed, it's disheartening.
(3)David P.
Absolutely phenomenal breakfast location. I had the 'Yoke around The Clock' earlier this summer and it is still the best breakfast I have had in years. Very popular place, for the right reasons, and we will definitely be back next time we are on the east coast!
(5)Sasha N.
After some less than favorable reviews about the service, I was hesitant. I had brunch here in July, 2014 and the service was amazing. Very attentive young waitress, took our order promptly, etc. We sat in an outside table which was really nice. Great food. A little pricey, but I would definitely go back.
(4)Octavia M.
I dined here for brunch on 2/5/2014 with my husband and daughter. This was our first time here and we were having mixed reviews between the Silver Spring location and the Elliott City location. After reading several reviews for both locations, we decided on the Silver Spring location. Upon arrivial I had called this location to just verify the location and to just get some basic information. I spoke with the mananger Scott and he was just delighted.. I informed him of the mixed reviews in which I was getting from the Silver Spring location and he insured me that I would have a pleasent time. We arrived shortly after 12 noon and was seated promptly. Upon arrivial I noticed the decor from the outside coming in. I was very modern and chic. We sat next to the fireplace and the place was just grand from there. Our server, Dominic was just awesome he came over and greeted himself right away. We ordered the crab dip for an appetizer and it came out in a timly fashion. I was FANTASTIC. For our main dishes we ordered the the southwest omelet and the eggstravagana. TWO THUMBS UP EGGSPECTATION.. The best yet.. I plan to visit this weekend. See you all soon:)
(5)Virdina M.
Service here can be really crappy and inconsistent BUT their omelets and yogurt/granola are good. My little sisters liked their chicken tenders and fries. I also do love their smoothies. It's a decent place in downtown SS.
(3)LMarie C.
Food is ok. Breakfast is good...dinner is overpriced. The omlettes are fresh. Dinner food was a bit bland and just ok.
(3)Charlotte S.
The food here is fantastic! I've come here with friends multiple times and will continue to do so. The breakfast food here is so good and fresh! I love the grits they serve here, so much flavor! I also had this really good burger here one time, I think it was a Mango Burger or something. It was like a regular burger with mango and a special dressing, it was soo good! I just wish they would slice the mango differently so if doesn't keep sliding off the burger (cut it more like slabs than fries). Not a big deal, will definitely be back!
(5)Tim H.
Lots of interesting things to try--definitely worth coming back to again and again. You should definitely go into it with high eggspecta...oh never mind. There's a broad selection of breakfast favorites, occasionally with a unique twist (their 'eggcentricies'). Everything I've had has been delicious, though as with all breakfast foods there seems to be a stark divide between sweet and savory. I haven't tried anything not breakfasty. The drinks/juices are good too but pricey. It's not as creative a menu as you might hope for (especially in the waffle/pancake/french toast category), but it's certainly solid and has good vegetarian / healthy options that aren't totally lame. It'll be crowded when you really want to go (weekends for brunch), but it's never taken me more than a half hour to get in, and it's right at the fountain so come during the Farmer's Market and walk around a bit while you wait. I'm very glad to have an Eggspectation in the neighborhood--it's a great place to take family or friends for a reliable breakfast that's nicer than a diner.
(4)Maxxy C.
Very disappointing. I ordered the Tuna Nicoise salad. There were no green beans in this salad! Tuna Nicoise salads have green beans added. They were included on the menu but not in the actual salad. The chocolate martini was the worse ever! It was not creamy. This is an amateur place. Avoid it, they are not ready!!!!
(1)Carissa C.
This place has really gone down customer service wise. The food is still the same, some days are better than others. But the customer service is just annoying ! Half the time they never greet you when you enter and everyone knows how important that is. You have to wait for someone.. or ANYONE to seat you. Calling to place an order for pickup is a nightmare, the phone rings for close to a minute, then you have to hold. Maybe they're short staffed or maybe they lost their Eggspectation, funky vide but either way this place deserves two stars.
(2)Bryan W.
Probably one of the worst dining eggsperience in my life! I ordered a simple dish with sliced Canadian Bacon eggs and crepes. And it reminded me of the bar scene from The Ricky Bobby story. The crepes were pre made, which I don't have a big problem with but they were as thick as pancakes! They were stored in plastic and "nuked" in that same plastic. You could actually see the marks from the bag on these massive pancake, ummm I mean crepes. I tried to eat the other components but the Canadian Bacon tasted and looked like regular processed Ham. COLD EGGS! I asked for a menu so I could order something else. Medium Rare Bacon cheese burger. It was just a little seared on both sides . The cheese didn't even melt. Very slow service. I always wondered why the locals call the street Hellsworth Drive..
(1)G C.
Been there a few times and have never been dissatisfied. Food is good, service is great and the atmosphere is decent.
(5)Matt E.
Overpriced. Don't do eggs well. I've eaten here three times and gotten a different eggs benedict each time because it's my favorite. They did a poor job all three times. I gave them three chances because with a name like that, you'd think they would know how to poach eggs. Instead, they overcooked them. Rubbery, not runny at all, and pricey. Every. Single. Time. No thanks, there are way better places to spend my money than a place that sucks at its supposed specialty.
(1)Stephany T.
I've been here a few times - only because I'm close to Silver Spring and all the Rockville kids wanna try it out. For weekend brunch, the wait is always 15-20mins minimum. Service is kinda questionable... although the waiters smile and try to be friendly, I always feel a bit neglected. I realize it's busy, but the waiters seem a bit impatient and not totally alert. The food is okayyyy. I've had better, I've had worse. So 3 stars quality all around in terms of food. Main issue is that it's way, way, wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy overpriced for mediocre food and service. It's awesome that they have such a wide selection of egg breakfasts (I loveeeeeeee eggs, especially eggs benedict), but that's their only selling point. Come here once to say you've done it. After that, just save your money.
(3)Shannon M.
I came here after wondering around the Silver Spring shopping center with my best guy friend. The grand entrance attracted us. But overall, the food was nothing special to me. Just ok. I do remember them having a very extensive menu. I think this would be a great place for families though.
(3)Alicia K.
I've come off my five-star high horse with Eggs, but they're still one of my favies (possibly partly due to nostalgia). All my favorite servers have moved on to greener pastures, but it's still a solid establishment in the DTSS. The servers are still friendly, and the food is still good, but it's lacking that extra something that the other servers that went above and beyond created (e.g., Kevin, Phil, Sammy, David).
(4)Jack K.
Eggspectation is the greatest place. Period. (That's essentially three periods in a row... serious!) The service and staff are friendly, polite, proactive, efficient, and pleasant. If there is something that can be done to enhance my dining experience, I know that Eggspectation staff can deliver. For example, I ordered a steak and asked for Bearnaise sauce. The chef came out and told me that they did not have any, but he would make some especially for me. In another ongoing example, I've never been charged for exchanging a side for something else. There was a time I ordered a soup that had run out and they brought me a different on on the house to see if I liked it. It was a delightful butternut squash soup that is now my favorite. I always feel at home at Eggspectation. It's like going to hang out with my friends... who happen to make really awesome food and bring it to me. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual and doesn't bring with it the oppressive and claustrophobic environment that comes with some "breakfast-focused" restaurants (IHOP). You can come straight from the gym and not offend--but you can also dress up and not feel out of place. If you are upset because you have to wait, just keep in mind that everyone wants to eat brunch at noon on Sunday. There's a line because the place is awesome. If you show up at noon on Sunday with a group of 6, you're going to have to wait. You should come a little earlier if you want to get seated faster. The menu is diverse and delightful. My personal go-to is the Egg What. Scrambled. Rye toast. It's a simple breakfast dish that has corned beef hash as the star. It's brilliantly presented and at around $11 is a good value for what you would get at any brunch place. Recently, I've been favoring the Crab Cakes Benedict. I mean seriously, how can you go wrong with two crab cakes under an exquisitely delivered poached egg?! Eggspectation has the best Benedicts and their crab cakes are all meat and no filler. Another suggestion is the Mango Burger. I like mango. The dessert display is full of amazing selections and you can't go wrong with any choice. At $6 a slice, you should not only share for economics sake, but also because they are gigantic and eating the whole thing yourself would be a mistake. Eggspectation is great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It works on a first date, after-work happy hour, or an anniversary dinner. Eggspectation is a first rate restaurant at a reasonable price. Go. Now!
(5)Rachel D.
Love this place. A little pricey, but the food is yummy and the atmosphere is awesome. Always busy, too. I love coming here when I'm in the mood for breakfast anytime of the day ;)
(4)Laura K.
I went here 3 times for breakfast this weekend (since I was working right there!) Everything I had at eggspectation was great. Their orange juice is fresh and delicious. The coffee is good, and each time I had a different omelette. All were tasty and filling. The problem I have here is the service. It is painfully slow! The last time I went, I was with my friend. We both ordered eggs that came with toast. Our eggs came out and our waitress said the toast would be right out. 15 minutes later - no toast. Now I'm not one to complain, however my friend did. He was waiting for his toast to eat his eggs with it together. He told the bus boy (Because our waitress was MIA) how we never got toast and he wanted his toast with his eggs and now his eggs were now cold. He brought out toast for my friend- but not me. The manager came out at the end of our meal and offered free dessert- with breakfast?? Lol we both declined and my friend told the manager that I never even got my toast. Like I said, I'm not really one to complain, but my friend did have a point. We are paying for a service. He did offer dessert but since we declined, he could have knocked off a couple bucks off of the bill or something else for my friend having to eat his breakfast cold and me never receiving my full meal. So, the food is good. I would go back, but they need to be better organized with faster service. If you order a meal, every part of that meal should come out at the same time.
(3)Cat S.
I came here for breakfast one weekend and I wasn't satisfied. Their french toast was very soagy and simply soaked in syrup. Their menu items are a bit overpriced as well I think. My boyfriend, on the other hand, ordered to his hearts content, and was very happy with how his meal tasted (consisted of pancakes, fries, a burger). The setting of the restaurant may have been he only thing I thoroughly enjoyed (I'm very visually observant) as well as the decorations. Our waitress was bomb.com ! She was very personable and extremely kind, which gave me a good impression of Eggspectations after my bad experience with my french toast. She frequented us to see if we were satisfied or if we needed anything. She was very observant, and in hopes to make our experience even better, she presented us with a free shake on our next visit (I think bc we were first time diners).
(2)Nacole H.
So far so good. First time here, staff was wonderful! French toast was perfect! Variety of coffees, teas and fresh fruit drinks. Menu offers everything from fruit to lobster night on Tuesdays! Many veggie dishes to choose from as well. Certainly plan to return.
(4)Aubrey B.
Was really looking forward to breakfast here, but was slightly disappointed. Had the western breakfast burger, basically a western omelette on a brioche bun topped with lettuce and tomato. Wasn't great, but wasn't awful, just mediocre. This, combined with poor, slow service would make me hesitant to come back.
(3)Nichole N.
Originally I was unsure what to expect but since they had a GROUPON for this place I decided to check it out. I had breakfast for dinner and was so excited until I tasted my food. The portions were a bit small, under seasoned and nothing that I couldn't make myself. Overall, Eggspectation is not a breakfast place just a place that happens to serve breakfast items all day. A true foodie knows what I mean by that!
(3)Shachi B.
*Booming Announcer's Voice* Ladies and Gentlemen, if you like generic, bland, uncreative chains, then boy, do we have a place for you! Introducing... Eggspectation! Back to my review: It's a chain, and you can feel it the second you walk through the door. Everything seems too well placed, and even the spiral bound menu gives it a Cheesecake Factory feel. Oh the humanity! Anyway, on to the food... My food was terrible. I've been here a couple of times, and each time the food failed miserably to impress me. I LOVE me some breakfast, but when blueberry pancakes are merely plain pancakes with blueberries sprinkled around the edge of the plate, I'm gonna look elsewhere. The syrup on the side was warmed, which was a decent touch. Too bad the pancakes were room temperature. I've also had the Eggs Benedict and just like their namesake, they are a traitor to eggs everywhere. Terrible. Simply terrible. Was the hollandaise made from a freakin' mix or something? My friends seemed to enjoy their eggs and quiche respectively, but nothing looked tremendously appetizing - the plates were so overloaded with garnishes, side dishes and other things that it became a little overwhelming to even look at. Also, DO NOT order the lemonade! Minimal lemon taste, maximum sugar high. In fact, I suspect it's just crystal light in a pitcher. Eww. If you're craving breakfast, stick with a simple Mom & Pop place or a small business elsewhere. This place just isn't worth it.
(2)Marie Y.
Went one night wanting breakfast and ordered the Chesapeake Eggs Benedict.... #perfection with great service!!!
(5)Charmie S.
My first eggsperience (ha, sorry!) with these guys was in Montreal. I was home recently and hit it up for breakfast. Never fails. Believe it or not, I've never had one of their omelettes, their signature dish. It always looks to big for one, so I had one egg, french toast, and the potatoes. The service was super speedy, and the waiter was accommodating to let us move to an outdoor table. I asked for my eggs over medium and they came as so.The Canadian bacon was crisp, well done. The French toast was perfect -- not over-egged. Whatever the house syrup was, it was sweet! The best part for me is always the menu. All the egg references never quite get old. Always eggciting!
(5)Amir K.
The food is great and cheap for the quality you will get. specially considering there are not so many place with Saturday brunch in Montgomery county. However, you might wait forever and your bacon can never be crispy enough.
(4)Jennifer C.
Usually an avid patron, I am EXTREMELY disappointed in the worst $20 I've ever spent on a meal. I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict. Once upon a time this was a poached egg and lump crab cake on an English muffin with hollandaise. NOW it is a poached egg on English muffin with cold hollandaise sprinkled with crab remnants (with shells)! And they still charge over $18 for it!!! Awful! If you value your hard-earned dollar, do not go there until they begin valuing us as customers.
(1)Tara L.
The place to go to watch a game and drink a smoothie in downtown Silver Spring. This is eggs-actly what I did last weekend when I met up with my lady ballers. While it may be a more common practice to drink a beer while watching the game, it was much more refreshing to watch while sipping on on a mango-banana fruit smoothie. I never even realized there were so many television screens here above the bar area. I'm disappointed to report however, that I was less than impressed by the food I ordered here the following week for lunch. You probably know that I have a tendency to often order outside of whatever a restaurant is known for. (Always unintentionally.)Following this trend, I skipped on the egg dishes and went for a turkey club sandwich with fries. The sandwich was huge, but was overpowered by a crap ton of turkey. The fries were crisp and warm but lacked flavor. Our waitress, on a brighter note was fabulous and attentive, but otherwise the dining experience was fairly average and far from eggstra-ordinary. Other than the bar area, I think what this place has going for it is menu versatility: there are so many dishes to choice from that you are sure to find something for anyone here. Oh and they got love for da kids! On Mondays, children under 12 eat free with the purchase of a regular entree.
(3)Monica S.
From first glance the menu looks awesome! Don't let it fool you. It is long and over drawn out. So many items to choose from. The hostess did not even speak I just told her one please. The waiter took a while to come and take my drink order. I ordered the Boca Raton eggs Benedict. Sounded great... Nothing good about it besides being edible. I needed ketchup for the potatoes and hot sauce for the eggs bene. The egg was not poached but rather hard boiled. The hollindase tasted like a powder mix and the guacamole was scarce but almost brown in color. The almost absent fruit of the day being grapefruit looked as if it has been sitting out for days on end. It was super dry to the touch. In all I was excited about the menu but highly disappointed. Between the staff and food I would not reccomend this place.
(2)Angel W.
What a great place for brunch...and good for groups. I've been here on several occasions with different size groups and the restaurant was able to easily accomodate us. Each time, the food was enjoyable and they have some healthy options too. They serve a "Pagé", yogurt which is a huge ice cream dish filled with yogurt and topped with all kinds of healthy fruit. I really enjoyed the other kind of "Pagé", which is pancakes with assorted fresh fruit like strawberries, kiwi and banana with some English Cream poured on top. They tend to do "twists" on their food, which I find refreshing. For instance they do a bagel with yogurt, honey and mixed fruit. Eggspectation also serves the regular classics and brunch fare, salads, eggs, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, etc. They serve every type of coffee all kinds of ways - espresso, latte, cappuccino, and then some They also serve healthy blended smoothies with fruit, yogurt, juice, honey etc. I really like that they offer so much variety and that they offer healthy choices so everyone can be comfortable and still stick to their diet. Apparently they do not take reservations which surprises me b/c I typically only dine at places that take reservations but I guess they seated us pretty quickly b/c I don't remember ever waiting for a table.
(4)Sana J.
We came here a week ago for brunch and it was rather underwhelming, unfortunately. I've always been curious about this place (mostly because of the name! :P) but it turned out to be disappointing. I got the Southwestern Benedict and it was just okay. If the service was a bit better, I would've added another star but really I don't blame our server. It just looked like the staffing was off because there were so many people there for brunch and just such few servers to accommodate everyone appropriately. I know they can only do so much when they're understaffed but we waited so long for simple things like coffee, hot sauce (I can't eat without it), and refills on water. With the food just ordinary, but expensive, and the service scattered - I don't think I'll be coming back.
(2)Hain L.
i don't get the hype about this place -- overpriced & bland food and a boring menu. I'd much rather go to a real diner.
(2)Tiffany H.
Love the food, service was friendly and they didn't mind my friend's raunchy jokes, in fact the waiter joked along with us!! We had a great experience and lots of fun. Only drawback was that it was cold and the chairs were uncomfortable. They also did not take reservations but I am not sure if that was just the time I called or not.
(4)Monticello Y.
These guys would be good if they hired some people who knew the difference between medium and well done. It really makes a difference
(1)Aaron P.
Eggspectation was everything I expected. The food was good and the service was great, but the meal was overpriced. I ordered the Eggsuberant and a large orange juice. The pancakes were very light and fluffy, the eggs were "meh", the bacon was crispy and the OJ was fresh. The meal came to around $20. I enjoyed it, but after realizing I had ordered a $15 entrée and $5 glass of juice, I expected a little more. Not necessarily a larger portion (although that would've been great), but to be wowed by flavor. Cool place, good food, odd price.
(4)Michael B.
Sadly the vegetable omelette was very underwhelming. It was very watery and had no flavor. Perhaps a penalty for not adding cheese? Anyway, I was excited and looking forward to a solid omelette. I got some watery veggies and an overlooked egg. To boot the potatoes were cold and flavorless. It's rare for me to write this type of review but I had no choice.
(2)Kelli C.
Visited with friends a week or so ago, had the biscuits and gravy which were eggselent!!!! The waiter was nice and honest when helping me choose something, I appreciated that since the price point is so high!
(4)Shannon N.
After purchasing a Groupon, my friend and I decided to walk downtown for brunch. Upon arriving, we were seated outside. We asked about the groupon we purchased to make sure it was valid. The hostess (I'm guessing that's what she was) told us someone would be over to check it...no one came. We waited with no menus, no silverware, and no water until our waitress finally came over. We mentioned that we had a groupon and wanted to make sure we could use it for brunch. My friend and I ordered drinks: a hot chocolate and iced coffee..which they didn't "have" so I ended up with an iced cappuccino with mounds of whipped cream. My friend's drink came out and mine did not..Which we found to be odd, because good service etiquette is to bring both drinks/meals out at the same time.. Overlooking the drink situation, we ordered. Both of our meals came out cold as well as my order being wrong. Then came to the check: We were told our groupon was for 4 people not 2 and the manager would be over to explain. (This is what we were trying to avoid upon arriving) After explaining the misunderstanding of the deal and that my friend who bought the groupon was from out of town, the manager said there was nothing he could do, that my friend should transfer the deal to me since I live here to use another time, and then he walked away. WALKED AWAY. As two people from the food industry/managerial positions, we both found this to be extremely unprofessional, especially due to all of the mishaps from the moment we walked in. We ended up paying over $40 for cold food and terrible customer service. This will not be an establishment I would bring my friends to nor recommend.
(1)Michelle P.
I used to love this place. We got there and we're seated outdoors. I took a bit of time to get waters. Finally a waitress came and asked us for drink orders. We ordered the mini muffins as well, we were told twice that they ran out of certain types. We finally got our muffins. We tried the chocolate, blueberry and "chocolate cappuccino" which ended up being banana nut. We were told they didn't have those. We waited another 5 mins for silverware and saucers only for one saucer to be dirty. She came back to take our orders I ordered the green juice with kale, pineapple, spinach, lemon. It was good and served cold, frothy and yummy. I also ordered the lox and bagel. It came on a platter although it's listed under the sandwiches. I would only complain that their menus had else much food a dirt on them. I hope they see this and clean their menus. I can only imagine how many germs on waiting there. Overall the food was fine, but they need to work on their customer services.
(2)Keana R.
Food is delicious, but the customer service is lacking badly. I took my mom a few weeks ago who was in from NC because their brunch was amazing. Our experience was that of a fast food restaurant. Our waitress came to the table maybe 4 times- taking our orders, bringing water, bringing the food, and finally bringing our check. Our waters were empty and we needed extra napkins, but she was no where to be found. She checked on her other Tables, but neglected us. Upon paying for our bill, she retrieved the bill before we even got up. Most restaurants swipe them after the guests have left. She was closing the ticket out before we even left the table. Not a good look. And to her surprise, no tip was left due to poor customer service.
(2)Lisa R.
We chose this place as a good family bruch site because we wanted to go to the movies in Silver Spring. Amazingly for a breakfast place, the coffee was absolutely abominable. I had a wedge salad which was pretty good, but everyone else complained about their spinach crepes and waffle benedicts: it tasted pre-packaged, not fresh. We ordered espresso and cappuccinos to finish off the meal and they were also undrinkable: the same terrible flavor as the drip coffee, but in smaller cups or with foamy milk. The inside is cold, sort of like a cavern, and noisy.
(1)Phi N.
Ordered the eggs benedict, strawberry french toast and bacon. Had fresh orange juice to complement it. Delicious! I also split the ruben sandwich. It was pretty good in my opinion. I don't eat them often so I don't know what to compare it to, but I'd order it again. I don't know what this Dee girl was talking about... but my service was on point, waiter was really nice and fast with refills. My strawberries were fresh! They were really sweet, but my fatass dipped it in syrup anyway... and my hollandaise sauce was not orange... it was a really bright yellow though. I posted pictures so you can see! lol I hope you have a good experience here like I did!
(4)Lauren M.
Solid breakfast spot.
(4)Eva Marie O.
I been there once for breakfast and once for lunch. Both meals were amazing. Also the dessert is amazing! (Yes, I ordered a slice of cake with my breakfast!) This is a great date night kind of place too.
(4)Danny F.
The 3 star average really does a disservice to this place. I'm not sure what the issue is, but when I came here for a quick breakfast, this place got the job DONE. Because of time restraints, me and my buddy decided to sit at the bar. I had the eggstravaganza. Because I was in the mood for eggs benedict though, I asked for the eggs to be poaches and a side of hollandaise sauce. When the food came out, it was perfect. I ate up the eggs along with the french toast that the plate came with it in complete satisfaction. Nothing tasted denny's/IHOP- like. The french toast, though was beyond normal. It was incredible, and to think it was complimentary to my eggs is crazy. I like this place.
(4)Greg M.
Firstly, good food. Now for the details....Tables are not separated by anything, making lunch time difficult to carry a conversation on with your table with the general noise from all the other tables. Also, very expensive, $15 for a salad? Really, it was okay, but not AMAZING.
(3)Andrea C.
I guess if you need a big table for an early brunch you don't have many options; but if it's not so early that McGintys or Austin Grill is open in the same complex, go there! Outside tables weren't ready on a Spring Day. Since the menu board said happy hour was on, we decided to wait there until they opened up the tables, but the server didn't know happy hour was on. Menu specials on the board weren't available, and no one seemed to know it for 30 minutes while we waited for the order to be brought. The missing ingredient (rice for jambalaya) was easily available in the grocery store in the same shopping area - just BUY it-Sheesh! The jambalaya was still on the menu board when we left. The food we did get, French Dip and crab cake, was okay, but they didn't bring napkins or forks for the salads with the food. The fries were cold. That always bugs me that the kitchen would send out food they wouldn't serve to a table with their friends; why would they send it to a table with customers? I never did get the WiFi to work, and I had to walk toward Nando Peri-peri to download my Groupon. Not even another Groupon will bring me back; too many better choices on this block and beyond.
(2)Annie D.
Here's one of those times that I would like to be able to offer no stars. You can plan on eggspecting mediocrity. To start, our waitress came out and asked, "has anyone helped you yet?" Us, "No not yet" Her, "Oh, ok, well the other lady must have forgotten you were out here, so I can be your waitress." I ordered an iced coffee but was told they could only make me an iced cappuccino [which was just a tall glass of milk over ice with a splash of espresso(?)] Now, to the menu... The prices at this place are completely out of control! Your basic breakfast sandwich is almost $11! I ordered a bagel w/ cream cheese ($3ish) and I got a lenders bagel with Philly cream cheese. We also ordered a Roquefort omelet which, I'm not surprised cost about $12 since it was basically a plate of blue cheese with some egg around it. It had no flavor balance just mouthfuls of blue cheese. The service was awful, the food was terrible and the coffee sucked. You'd think, for the prices you'd be served delicate well prepared food with fresh fruit and tasty jams but what you get is crappy line cooked food with packets of Smuckers jelly and Sysco supplied breads and baked goods.
(1)Jess Y.
Ive always been a huge fan of eggspectation. The only one that I had been to was the Columbia, MD location. I always get the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, & occasionally my bf and I share the fruit stack(pancakes with fruits and english cream). I had the worst experience ever!(silver spring) Anyone that orders eggs Benedict on the regular is aware of how the egg is cooked. My egg was cooked completely... The dish was also cold. Shouldn't my meal be warm if the egg has been completely nuked? Why? I don't know. The cook must have been sleeping. By far the worst eggs benedict I've ever had. If you can't poach an egg, you shouldn't be working in a breakfast joint. Period. I will never return here again.
(1)Saquan V.
Food was decent wait staff wasnt pleased about they took for ever with our food and when it got there it was cold then the waiter took about 40 min to return to the table
(2)Jen C.
Eggspectation has a Cheesecake Factory feel to it, with not as cozy seating. However, you can easily get a booth to your party which is nice. The service was friendly. Food was a hit on some dishes, and others not so much. There needs to be more consistency for this establishment to survive. -Soup: chicken florentine. THIS SHOULD BE BANNED FROM THE MENU. It was worse than Campbell's canned coup, and was like drinking salt water. The chicken was also very tough and dry. My date and I were both squirming and going WTH. I was very tempted to send this back and request a different soup, which I have never done. -EGGstreme pasta was a great choice. Its description won me over, with an avocado cream sauce and asparagus. Too many sun dried tomatoes, but chicken was a lot better than the soup...but still not very tender. Overall flavor was great and it was a good dish. -Bayou Benedict's eggs were cooked well but everything else was "eh." Chicken wasn't very flavorful, and polenta was just useless on the dish. No taste whatsoever. Coffee selections were delicious, however. These salvaged our eggspectations ;). Highly recommended are the Caffe Affogato (espresso & high quality ice cream) and Caffe Moka Nero (espresso mixed with hot chocolate). Yum! Overall, the prices were a little high for mediocre dishes. It is not worth the value.
(3)Michelle S.
i treated a couple visiting friends to breakfast, and i'm pleased to say we all enjoyed eggspectation. we each had one of their special coffees, which were SUPER delicious. the servings are a bit generous (good cause nothing is cheap) and everything was just the way we wanted. service was decent, but you could tell it was very busy (we waited 35 min for a table). and, while our server was nice, she kept forgetting items we'd ordered i also LOVE the decor. the bookcases and fireplace made the room feel cozy and inviting. i really wish we'd gotten a booth because i wanted to grab one of the books. it would be nice, though, if the tables were a little better spaced. luckily, i didn't have someone bumping my chair constantly, but getting around tables was like working a maze game. i'm hoping to go back soon when it's warmer; i love outside seating
(4)Nikki S.
Decent food. Great service. It's a reliable place for a "traditional" brunch during the weekend. It's also super family friendly, so don't be surprised if you hear the squeal of little ones over breakfast.
(3)Shakeem B.
Every time I visit this place, I'm always left happy, full, and satisfied. Calamari appetizer is superb. I usually have the crabcake as my entree. ALL jumbo lump crab meat, no filler! Service is warm and friendly. On colder days, get the table next to the cozy, lit fireplace.
(4)Chris C.
Breakfast all day place with a wide range of selections right in the center of Silver Springs. The place was large with a nice layout and style. The prices were a bit high and the service was average bordering on the slow side. I ordered a meal that came with pancakes, eggs, potatoes and bacon. The pancakes & eggs were good but nothing special. The potatoes were cut almost like an extra thick potato chip. I didn't care for them in this style. The bacon was way overcooked yet somehow not burnt. They did have fresh orange juice which was very good.
(3)Victoria S.
Eggscellent! Speggtactular...I can't believe I never reviewed Eggspectation. It's only one of the best places to eat everything breakfast...all the specialty eggs under the sun. Obviously. Service is great...never had a problem! They even split the plates to share if you ask. They offer separate checks. Really great experience all around. As a vegetarian (note: this place is not for a vegan - DUH!), I order the Florentine Benedict or the Oy Vegg! It's pure heaven. I love the decor of eggs-related imagery. You can have eggs anyway you like or just get regular stuff like salads and sandwiches but I don't know why you would. Plus, they have great cakes! Red Velvet and Chocolate Layer cakes - so rich! Decadent. Been to the one in Centreville, Columbia and Silver Spring. All consistent. It is a bit spendy for breakfast food. No, it not IHOP or Silver Diner it's a step above. Everyone I know loves it.
(5)Michael M.
I was about to say it wasn't that bad... just bland. But then i remembered I had juevos rancheros...which, in reality, should only be bland due to a real lack of effort... so ... read into that what you will. I just stopped in to grab some breakfast while i was bored one day, and enjoyed it, lots of TV's to watch football, seemed like people were enjoying their brunches.. I'm just never impressed by their prices...
(3)Semra E.
I've come to this place to get my Sunday brunch on with everyone and their mama for a long time now. They always do me right and the selection is endless (which I love since I like to mix things up every now & again). The best part about this place....it's never too early to drink a smoothie with RUM....that's right people don't judge. I like to get my chillaxin' day started off with a Mango-mix & some Belgium Waffles....nothing speaks to my heart like their plates do there. If you haven't been there before, they have awesome happy hour specials (try the crab dip, it's like crack). Also, make sure that you get there before the church crowd gets there on Sunday's....there's usually about a 20-30 minute wait regardless. But it's worth the wait.
(4)Tia S.
I absolutely enjoyed my first experience at "Eggspectation". I was catching a flight from Dulles International Airport and being that we got their early, we decided to go eat. We so happen to pass this place on the way to the airport and I was curious to see how it was. My friend said she tried a place similar in MD and enjoyed it. After I checked my bags, I was determined to try this place. Man, this place turned out to be a wonderful experience. I ordered a grilled chicken breast, egg whites, and the breakfast potatoes with a side of cheese grits. I absolutely love grits and I must say this place has the BEST cheesy grits ever! They were so creamy, almost unbelievable and I didn't have to add nothing to them. My goodness I enjoyed this place. My friend ordered something (I can't remember) and she had turkey bacon with hers and the bacon was good as well. Breakfast is one of my favorite meals of the day and this place has really made me smile. I look forward to the grits. :) The very next time I'm in the area, I will definitely pay "Eggspectation" a visit. Thanks for reading.
(4)Kelly G.
On 8/13/11, the inimitable w/Wilson R. invited me to breakfast at Eggspectation. It was absolutely delicious. I am a HUGE fan of breakfast anyway. But a place that specializes in eggs? OMG. Hog heaven. I had the french toast breakfast. It came with 2 eggs, potatoes, turkey sausage, and fruit! Lighter fluffier french toast I've never tasted. And the syrup was warm. And eventhough I am THAT coffee girl, I must admit, I truly enjoyed the cup of steamin' joe provided by eggspectation. I'm a fan and will definitely return to this lovely spot.
(4)James R.
This place remains a mystery to me. I love Eggs Benedict, particularly during the fall and winter so I've tried stopping by here for brunch several times on the weekends. The problem is that their egg dishes are terrible---and this at a place that claims to specialize in egg dishes! The eggs benedict is mediocre at best, as are the omelettes, and the steak and eggs. And all of these are served with sides of some type of baked "home fries"---so they look like home fries but they're not---and a couple of slices of limp fruit. The one thing I have enjoyed there are the sandwiches. Both the turkey club and the ham and swiss are good so if you're stuck here and need to order something they are a safe bet. Hope these guys get their act together, we really could use a good breakfast place in downtown Silver Spring!
(2)Yuridia G.
This last Saturday my friend and I were looking for a place to have brunch, we decided to try Eggspectation since we were in the mood for breakfast food. When I got to the place the inside was really packed, but we opted to have a table outside and were seated immediately. They had every kind of egg combination you can imagine, and I ended up selecting the egg quiche. My food was good, nothing out of this world, although my friend's cinnamon bun looked delicious with the fruit toppings. The service was very good, our waiter came out and checked on us to make sure we were good despite how busy it was and she was very nice and friendly. Overall, I would definitely consider returning here for a Sunday brunch.
(4)Kristin M.
One of the many chain restaurants around the fountains of downtown Silver Spring. Its major pluses are that it has outdoor seating, it's on a deal website, and it's not Austin Grill ( yelp.com/biz/austin-gril… ). The food is fine, sometimes better than fine, but nothing special or exciting by any means. Very much has a chain feel. Great happy hour deals, however, and the longest menu I've ever seen in my life, so, something for everyone (except foodies, who will be bored to tears).
(2)AngryYoungMan X.
Good location. Sub-average service. Terrible food. Do not be fooled by the hustle-bustle at this place. Given its prime location, this place can get packed up during brunch hours on weekends. A great deception to unknowing first timers. I have been here a couple of times and my experience was equally bad so there goes their second chance. This location of Eggspectation is in downtown Silver Spring so the location is a decent. Also, this is probably the only positive to this place. It gets pretty loud inside given the large amount of people and there is a small outside seating as well. Servers are not very well-trained in noting orders and the place is generally understaffed. Don't expect to be swept of your feet. Food is edible but expect nothing more. I have tried a variety of things from their menu - omelette, crepes, sandwiches, pancakes, cappuccino (having a large party helps). Food was greasy, salt and cold. Every single one of them failed to impress me by a long shot. I don't recommend this place... at all. There is better out there. But if you insist on it, they do have a pretty big menu so there will be something for everyone if you have a large gathering.
(2)Sarah S.
The food was very tasty, especially the desserts. Service was fantastic. The environment was comfortable and welcoming. The prices are a bit high, so I'll probably wait to go back until I have another gift certificate, but this place is worth a visit.
(4)Christina C.
Went here for dinner tonight. My friend and I both had the Tex Mex crepe (sorry, no pic!), and it was delicious. The menu is HUGE - so many options, and you can get breakfast for dinner anytime!. Our server was really friendly and attentive. I like this place better than a diner.
(4)Griselle G.
Excellent service, had the French toast with strawberries and bananas. They were to die for! The Cuban sandwich also is excellent! Went to this place simply because I was in the neighborhood, will definitely return.
(5)Kevin G.
Place used to be good, but last couple of times I noticed the price getting higher and the portions getting smaller. Service sucks now. Feel like they are trying to cut corners. Won't be going back - too bad we used to love this place.
(1)Scott M.
I didn't have many eggspectations for Eggspectation, but I was invited to brunch in Da Sprang so I was looking foward to it anyway. My experience at Eggspectation was eggselent from a culinary standpoint but rather uneggciting as far as service was concerned. I was immediately impressed by the really cozy interior ... like a haunted library that serves breakfast food. Very suburban chic, if you will. The menu is enormous, almost to the point of being eggsessive, but I went with the Eggstravaganza of all choices, because why not? The eggs were, as I had hoped, quite good. Not too salty or dry or watery. The potatoes were delicious -- nay, deleggtable -- perfectly seasoned and cooked. The french toast was completely eggreable, so long as you douse it with syrup. The turkey bacon, in my opinion, was a little undercooked, so if you like your turkey bacon stiff and crunchy like I do, ask them to keep it on the griddle for a little while longer. The reason to take off one star from my review, despite my admiration of the food, lies in my dissatisfaction with the service. I would deduct more stars, but I've only been here once, so I figure my eggsperience may have been a fluke. Notably, our food took kind of a long time to arrive (though it was still hot...), and for some reason it was an eggceptionally long wait for our check. You should probably block off 2 hours for brunch here or else, ask for your bill when your waiter comes by to check on you. And always ask for a water refill since I don't recall anyone coming by unsolicited. Even despite the mediocre service, the food and atmosphere was really great, and I'd definitely come here eggain.
(4)Debbie C.
Overpriced and not worth it. The server was slow and it was not a busy night... AND she overcharged us. I had to send the bill back for corrections. Here's what really pissed me off: 1) We asked if she could bring some pineapples and she didn't let us know that it would be charged as a "side" to the tune of $4. Also, the pineapple "side" was the tiniest bowl I've ever seen--containing less than half a cup of the fruit. 2) I wasn't that hungry and ordered 2 sides of bread and was charged $8. EIGHT DOLLARS for 4 slices of toast. EIGHT DOLLARS!! 3) the hamburger my friend ordered was small and plain. Long story short: nothing to write home about here and WAY OVERPRICED.
(1)Kerry F.
The food was pretty tasty. I was surprised at a gazpacho with a cream base and a lot of kick, but I enjoyed it. I added crab to it, and it was very clear that the crab they chose was very fresh. Big plus. The chocolate crepe for dessert was filling and tasty. We were seated on the patio, so we didn't get very frequent water service or plate removal (This happens frequently when eating outside and is my pet peeve at any restaurant). Our check was slow in coming, though we asked for it when the crepe came out. All in all, it was a good meal for the price, though the price of savory crepes is steep.
(3)Kathryn Z.
Alright. Lets get this started by saying that #1 I'm not a picky diner #2 I consider myself a reasonable human being #3 I love myself a good drink... don't worry, this applies. Food-wise it is pretty tasty. Some creative benedict choices and pretty moderate in quality... nothing too amazing, but super handy to have an all-day breakfast restaurant nearby. I went about 2 weeks ago for brunch with my boyfriend and decided, as a natural course of brunch events, that I would love to have a mimosa. Dreams were crushed when apparently some 'chain' restaurants in Maryland do not take perfectly valid IDs from other states that are vertical and have the "under 21 until blah blah" still on them (even though mine says until 2010...which as we know has already happened) I just moved here a few months ago, and seriously, who goes to the DMV unless threatened with license expiration?? Yes folks, that's right. My ID was valid, un-expired, and totally legal and yet I wasn't served. I know it's just one little mimosa... but lets just top off this insult by adding that I was served alcohol two weeks prior at the SAME RESTAURANT. The manager claimed that it was a Maryland law now, yet friends of mine who work in Maryland restaurants have never heard of it... oh don't you worry, I did my research. My friend wasn't served at a Maryland Applebees once, so I've heard of this terrible curse before. I realize that restaurants "have the right" to do this kind of nonsense, but it isn't even a good business decision! I get that rules are rules determined by the powers that be, but the fact that I was served at this restaurant before and then suddenly it was illegal to serve me again is purely asinine and infuriating. The food is fine and the drinks I had when I was allowed to drink there (so messed up) were adequate. It really is fine for brunch, but I am just too annoyed and stubborn to go back.
(2)DeAnne B.
Been about 5 times and the service hasn't been the best, but the atmosphere is pretty cool. Whenever I go, I get the Chesapeake Benedict which is really tasty. I don't necessarily care for the actual english muffin that the eggs are served on and I usually substitute the potatoes as a side for the cheesy grits. Their cheesy grits are really nice, creamy and not too cheesy. Yum. Good brunch spot, especially if you want brunch any time of the day. They're currently having a Four Square promotion for $10 off if you use your AmEx. Not sure when it runs out, but I got $10 off yesterday.
(3)Julie R.
I had an eggs benedict with guacamole on it (don't remember the name). Way better than a diner, turning point and most breakfast places. The food was good, but not amazing. This place wants to be slightly more upscale than it actually is, but the prices are still good. In a great location surrounded by shops in downtown Silver Spring.
(3)James J.
One of the only breakfast places in the area, I'm pretty sure that's the only reason it's still in business. Bottom line: Overpriced, small portions, mediocre food.
(2)Zachary P.
I've been to Eggspectation at least two dozen times since discovering it in early 2010. I used to go almost weekly when I stopped by on Saturday for the local farmer's market and Borders, but since the bookstore closed I haven't been up here much lately. Despite my months-long absence from the place, when I went last Saturday (the very windy Saturday), two of the servers recognized me and stopped by to chat. The service here is usually great, even if on weekends you can wait a long time for a table (hey, it's popular). I've enjoyed every breakfast dish I've tried here, especially with the side of grilled potatoes. The crepes with roasted red pepper sauce are delicious, and the french dip sandwich is one of my favorites, served with a huge side of au jus. I'll keep eating here whenever I'm shopping or watching a movie in the Silver Spring area.
(5)Amy C.
Well! We'd been here once before and liked it, so came back tonight as a family of 4, for dinner. We got there at 6:15 and were hoping to get to a 7:15 movie. We mentioned this to our waitress and she got us some delicious food quickly - made it to the movie, no problem. The problem came when my husband got the final credit card receipt - there was an 18% "gratuity" added - for a family of 4! We would've tipped our usual 20% anyway - but having it added automatically to the bill pretty much ensures we won't be going back! I don't know if that's restaurant policy, or if the waitress figured (correctly) that she'd get away with it because we were in a hurry, but no matter. We still won't be going back.
(2)Linda W.
Good breakfast with unremarkable service.
(3)Seythe M.
A decent breakfast spot. I had the classic eggs benedict and fried green tomatoes. The eggs were cooked well but the hollaindaise sauce wasnt flavorful. The tempertature of the food was below warm, i imagine it may have been sitting about 5 min before it reached my table. The green tomatoes were cut thick and were browned to a nice golden color. The thickness of the tomato and it being not fully cooked in the center, made it a bit difficult to slice through. Overall, the atmosphere and the servers are nice. The food could have a little more attention though.
(3)Jennifer V.
We've been to this location a few times- and we always go back for the food! Favorites are the classic eggs Benedict with to die for lyonnaise potatoes and the French Toast page. The service today was awful- the server took the adjacent table's food order and our drink order one after the other. Their food came before our drinks- coffee and ice water!! Then he finally took our food order. When we commented on the amount of time the drinks took he didn't even say sorry. We will likely return for the food, so hopefully the experience will improve.
(2)Erich Y.
The service here can be pretty hit-and-miss, and the food doesn't seem to be as consistently good as it has been in the past. I recommend going for dinner or a late lunch....otherwise, the place is likely to be really crowded.
(3)MaJ C.
Walked in to a meeting with one of my Wife's science colleagues Sunday morning, Got greeted very well, and guided to our table. Server at first, was on his game, Taking our drink orders, and leaving us, overlooking the menus. The menus, by the way, are huge tomes dedicated to the ova we love. 5-6 pages, a bit confusing, and certainly too many combination's to just innocently dive right in and pick any one. Ok, order of grits, and eggs Crawly. ( What I call the Chesapeake crab over Poached egg dish they have ) Delicious. A touch dry, and the crab a small portion, though very nice. The service, always a bit weird when your waiter hands you a plate of food to pass along. If you cant reach a table position, walk Around the table, until you can place the food in front of someone. Pet peeve. All and all, I would go back. Service just a touch Slow, Food, decent, Though not as good as a classic Greasy Spoon'.
(3)Katelyn K.
The first time I had Eggspectations when I was studying in Ottawa, ON, Canada. When I moved back to DC to finish my degree I was thrilled to learn there was one just around the corner from me in Silver Spring. I have never had a bad experience at Eggspectation in Silver Spring. During the last two visits, however, our food was incredibly late getting to us because of mix ups in the kitchen. This was mildly disappointing because the restaurant was fairly empty as it was early for dinner on weeknight. The staff was incredibly apologetic. I definitely prefer Eggspectation to either Denny's or IHOP, both of which remind me a little too much of the greasy spoons diners I love in NJ, but that try too hard to be them. The restaurant is incredibly clean.
(4)Suzanne R.
It's a good solid meal. Great no. Awful no-way! I got dinner crepes and they were good. My spouse got a Chesapeake Omelet. The omelet was good, but no where near as good as it sounded. The omelet eggs seemed slightly overcooked to me and you are only given 1 piece of toast with it. (Really? It's toast!) The portions were good/average and the restaurant is big with a roomy decor. Everything seemed fresh. We did get Tres Leche cake for dessert and was very good and the definite highlight of the meal. I think going to see what the restaurant is & all about is good. But it doesn't seem like a place you'd(I'd) intentionally repeat.
(3)Robert C.
I don't think this restaurant is all that. I think it's a bit overpriced and the portion's rather small. I didn't have a good 1st experience there. The food's just ok, nothing stood out or anything. The interior of the place's decent, the service's good. On top of that, we had to wait for like 30 minutes. It's not special in any way and I don't think I'll be back for a long time.
(2)Minda M.
When I heard about this place I was quite "eggcited". I ventured there for a Sunday brunch, I walked in to a typical chain restaurant with people crammed by the front door waiting for a table. The menu has a lot of stuff on it, but waaaaay over priced for the size of the portions. I got some egg dish with beans, and my side of beans was a tiny little shot glass with beans. For $12 eggs I would hope to get more than 4 beans. The eggs were well poached, so that was one positive thing.
(2)Bill B.
Great place for dinner, and almost certainly for lunch as well. The menu ranges from burgers, to pasta, to crepes and includes a good dessert case. (Egg-based options, including breakfast are prevalent.) The bacon cheeseburger my friend ordered was excellent, with real cheddar and tasty, crisp bacon. The accompanying fries were crisp and peppery. My chicken cordon bleu was likewise delicious--tender, juicy chicken with a nice crust. The ham and bleu cheese filling could have been more abundant, but was adequate. It came with a side of fettuccine marinara, which was nice if unexceptional. My only real food complaint was that the desserts were pretty much limited to varieties of cakes--I would have liked to see some pie or berry tart or a creme brulee for variety. The kitchen is open and active, so it can be fun watching your (or someone else's) food being prepared. Bathrooms are clean and nice. Indoor decor is dark woods and subdued lighting, so this could make a nice date option. Still, the atmosphere is fairly casual, so if you wanted to wander in wearing jeans, you wouldn't feel out of place. Perhaps the best part is the patio seating. It's facing the central plaza of the mall with a direct view of the fountain and it's colorful tile mosaic. Our dinner included a show, as the hot day and spraying fountain meant a host of small kids were running through and playing in it. My companion kept looking over wistfully and commenting about wanting to join them. (Being impish, I kept encouraging her, but she opted to stay dry.) Service was good--friendly and quick. All in all, I was quite happy with it and would absolutely recommend it for lunch or dinner, both if you're already nearby shopping or as a destination of it's own. TRIVIA: Just around the corner in the mall complex are a movie theater and billiards cafe, so you could easily construct a full date around this location. Doubly convenient, since it's only 3 blocks from Silver Spring Metro station--no car required. Take note, teenagers!
(4)Shane B.
I went here on a Friday around 10:00 am and it was very quiet -- astoundingly so, really, considering the breadth of their menu. They had a good 10 different kinds of benedict, waffles, French toast, pancakes, a large variety of omelettes and scrambles... all very nice. Their lunch menu was also very large and varied. Oh, and they have SMOOTHIES! How cool is that? Like literally a smoothie menu, starting at $6.99 with the option of adding alcohol. The food was good, although it wasn't wildly incredible. They only gave us one pretty small piece of toast, which I thought was a bit lame. Now for the bad part: an omelet and an apple juice ran me $20 before tip. Yes, $20. The food was not THAT good, people. I mean, yeah, it was nice... but a $5 apple juice and a $15 omelet? Hmmm. The receipt said we were charged for a "large" apple juice, but the waitress didn't ask us if we wanted a large or a small, and the large apple juice was really not that big. I'd hate to see the small. In short, the service was good. The food was pretty good. The menu was gigantic. The decor was cute. The prices were terrible, and the serving sizes weren't as gigantic as that darned big 'ol menu.
(3)Brandon C.
Eggspectation, you're just okay. I've been here three times now and had decent experiences on all occasions. I never had an amazing experience, but I never had a bad one either. Its a good place to take someone for a not too expensive, but still nice brunch. Other than that its not worth the price. I mean I get it, its an upscale-ish breakfast place, but still I have a hard time believing that any egg is worth over $10. Luckily this most recent time I had a groupon, so that cut the bill in half. But for two people, pancakes and eggs benedict and coffee came out to over $30. Yes it tastes good, yes there was good service, but I feel as though I could have a much better experience for half the cost at a diner. That's just my opinion, however. I did love the fresh orange juice however; its probably the best thing I've had there.
(3)Priscilla R.
Good for a family dinner. We went got two adult egg meals for dinner - Bayou Benedict and Egg-Chilada. Both were good. I checked and the Bayou sauce is made without flour and was ordered with no toast. I had mentioned I was Gluten Free and so our server asked the cook about the polenta. She found out it included flour so she removed it from the dish. Many thanks to her! Two kids meals - scrambled eggs and chicken fingers were quickly eaten. It got busy as we were leaving so it was a little longer than we would have liked to get the check but our waitress Gaby was very, very good throughout the evening so no complaints there.
(4)Lara W.
Eggspectation is GREAT for breakfast or brunch. Not unreasonably priced for the amount and quality of food but not cheap. Good pancakes, GREAT eggs benedict, good wraps and sandwiches. BUT, their dinner sucks. We have been a few times and it's just always disappointing. Not necessarily bad but so eh.
(3)Trisha H.
Came here for an impromptu dinner. I have a sister that just had a little one (he's 6 months) and we were planning to go somewhere else, but that somewhere else was unwelcome about the whole baby thing and had an issue about a late dinner member, so we decided to try Eggspectation instead. I think the food was good. Burgers were definitely the choice of the night, and they are very willing to add anything to a burger that isn't specifically on the menu. The wait staff was super helpful, patient and friendly. Definitely a family friendly atmosphere. The price is reasonable as well, and it's great to be able to have breakfast for dinner!
(3)Abdul A.
Don't expect much. I went in just form looking at the menu posted on the window. The food was pretty good but the quantity was small. It filled me up for about an hour. Now I'm not a big guy, but I expect to get full. The waitress was extremely friendly. It's decent food for a decent price. What more can you ask for in downtown silver spring?
(3)Lisa M.
I've been here several times over the years and were it a little more affordable i'd be more of a regular. First the look of the place. For some reason I always get a harry potter vibe. The interior is brick, decorated with purposely cluttered bookshelfs filled with fake books and the occassional painting. it's very colorful and homey, but I keep thinking i'm going to find a secret passageway if i pull the right book out of those bookshelves. I tend to get the yolk-around-the-clock with eggwhites and bacon. This is an open faced egg-bacon-cheese sandwich on a toasted bagel. It is pretty damn delicious and comes with crispy potatoes on the side. in my experience the eggs are always cooked perfectly. This is the only place ever that i've ordered an appetizer/dessert for breakfast. The vanilla yogurt with a side of warm honey is basically a dessert, we've ordered it as a side, a before, and an after for our breakfast meal. i'm not sure why this yogurt is so delicious, but it definitely better than your dannon brand. I haven't been here for Sunday Brunch because I always assume i'll have to wait far too long. I tend to go for a late lunch on saturday, when the wait is never an issue.
(4)David O.
I was completely satisfied with my breakfast here. The eggs were lovely and the potatoes were delicious. I truly enjoy coming here.
(4)Joe C.
I honestly liked the decor of the place. The food really wasn't that great. Especially for the price. I've had better breakfast at IHOP. The drinks were eggcellent.
(2)Nicky B.
Pretty good spot for breakfast/lunch/brunch. One of the better options in that strip. The service is a little slow, but I've never not enjoyed anything I've eaten (or tasted) there. I like to get their crepes - my favorite being the ham, cheese & asparagus one. Really delicious, and perfect for brunch. It's hard to leave the place hungry, portions are very generous!
(3)Patrick H.
I have to say I simply adore this restaurant. They are a chain out of Montreal Canada, which in itself garners a little respect. They have a big rambling menu with lots of "eggy" options and numerous choices of "non-eggy" fare to boot. We love the omelets here, as well as the gridled muffin (egg white griddled muffin of your choice topped with fruit and berries, creme anglaise and slivered almonds... OMG), the Nicoise Salad is a true standout and of course they know their way around a crepe or two. By the way, the Dessert crepes are HUGE and definitely more than enough to share with that special fellow crepe lover you brought with you. hardypartyreview.blogspo…
(4)Keisha S.
I've been here a few times and over all I've been happy. My only gripe is consistency. I ordered a dish egguberant for breakfast the first time I had it my pancakes were on a separate dish dusted with powdered sugar and butter. The next time I ordered they had everything on the same plate threw my eggs over the pancakes, no powdered sugar, no butter. When I said something they just brought me a empty plate to transfer the pancakes. The service was pretty poor as well that day. I will give it another try after the holidays
(3)mark l.
I went to Eggspectation with high hopes. I love breakfast! Verdict--You could do much better elsewhere. The restaurant does not look like a breakfast restaurant, but looks much more like a typical bar type place, and not a very homey one either. I originally wanted to get the Eggstravaganza, which is a French Toast, eggs, breakfast meat & potatoes plate. Because I don't like cinnamon on my French Toast, I asked my waitress if I could have it without. Also ordered OJ and a cappuccino. Meantime my two 8-year olds ordered the kids scrambled egg plate and chocolate chip pancakes. My son asked if he could have a hot chocolate for a drink instead of milk/juice, to which our waitress said sure. 15 minutes later, when I expected that the food would be coming back, our waitress returns saying that the cinnamon is already in the batter so I can't have French Toast without. So I switched to Eggsuberant, which is basically the same, but with pancakes instead of French Toast. Overall, with some glitches the food was tasty. The pancakes were very good, but there were only two and they were on the small side. My grilled potatoes were excellent and the OJ was wonderful--fresh squeezed and lower in acid than any other freshly squeezed juice that I've had before. Almost tasted whipped. My son's chocolate chip pancakes were also very good with lots of intense chocolate flavor. However, my daughter's egg plate came with the same grilled potatoes as mine only hers had way too much pepper on them--for me, much less for a child. And despite my cinnamon warning, my capuccino arrived with a very generous sprinkling on top. So why two stars? The food was very expensive for what you get. Breakfast for an adult and two children shouldn't run to nearly $40. I didn't order one, but $3 for an English muffin?!?! The service was also not good. Aside from the cinnamon gaffe, our waitress neglected to inform me that my son's hot chocolate substitution came at an additional cost of $4.95, with no credit for the drink he didn't get. Also, although the menu says that they add an 18% gratuity to large parties, I was surprised, most unpleasantly, to find that they had added 18% --more than I would have tipped--to my party of 3 bill. Conclusion--Eggspectation is not worth a visit without a substantial discount coupon.
(2)Eva D.
I used to really like that place. I enjoy the food but the service is just not good.
(3)Kimberly W.
I went here for brunch with my friend and her mother. I loved this place. They have something for everyone. The menu was a little overwhelming, but you can find something that will fit your appetite. We had blueberry muffins with our meal. They were moist, buttery and delicious. I kept it pretty generic by having eggs, bacon, and muffin. It was delicious! I will definitely be returning.
(4)Erica J.
Loveee this place...it's so delcious and I love the atmosphere inside as well. The servers are always really friendly as well.
(4)Leah W.
This was our second trip to Eggspectation, which was no better than our first. We first came for a late breakfast on a Sunday morning. The service was slow and our food (a Cuban and a Juicy Lucy Burger) fell apart before we could get them to our mouths. When we returned on a Thursday evening, service was even worse. The food had not improved. I ordered the California Sandwich, my husband had the eggspectation burger and my son had pancake pache. The food was ok- but we had the same issue with the burger and sandwich. The service was a whole issue on its own. It took over an hour from when we got a table to when we got our food. We were very hungry and kept asking the waitress how much longer for our food, who would just smile at us. While we were eating the manager came our and apologized for our wait. That was it- sorry you waited so long- here is your full price check and we expect you to return. I am sorry, they should have made an effort to make it up to us for the wait. An apology was not enough. We will not be returning.
(1)Kerry O.
Love this place. Diverse menu with everything done well. Large tables. Free wifi. Best place for a sit down meal - any meal - in downtown Silver Spring.
(5)Jane D.
The folks sitting across from us who warned us to turn and run as soon as we came in and sat down were the first clue. TWO HOURS at our table with nary a drink or a bite of food!! Finally they did try to bring us some soup - claimed it was what we ordered and lied to us about what it was til I literally dumped it on the table to prove to her it wasn't. Only then did she admit that the kitchen ran out of what we ordered so they "threw something else together." Oh and it had shrimp in it - suppose I was allergic to shellfish?! Losers!! At that point we got up and walked out. Every table around us was either getting a total refund or walking out. Never seen anything like it. Don't eat at this restaurant unless you truly hate yourself.
(1)Bob R.
A bit pricey for breakfast. I ordered a double espresso which was $3.75 or so and had the volume of a double espresso but the flavor of coffee from a local Jiffy Lube. If the espresso machine is not working, it would be good to take it off the menu until the machine is fixed. Also, this is the first breakfast IHave had that came with a single piece of toast that I had to ask for 3 times. I "eggspect" more when I pay 15 bucks for s breakfast.
(2)Chuck K.
They have absolutely terrific salads, but don't neglect the namesake egg dishes. Service is good and prices moderate. A great place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Not bad for dinner either. Don't want a salad or egg dish? Then select from their sandwiches and traditional dishes. The portions, especially salads, are huge. Don't expect to eat it all. Terrific happy hour specials on appetizers too. I think their flair is supposed to be French Canadian.
(4)Les D.
Yes, I love this place. I've been here several times now, and I like it more after each visit. They have wonderful, crispy sliced fries. Terrific breakfasts. HUGE portions. I usually split a breakfast. And the dessert tray is fantastic. I had a piece of the caramel apple pie which was spectacular. Sometimes service can be hit or miss, but it's usually hit. This is just a fun, wonderful place to eat.
(5)Scot W.
You definitely know it is a chain restaurant upon walking in, but I also don't think that they have tried to hide that fact at all. It has a sort of cheesecake factory feel to it which is not at all compelling, but I don't find it too repulsive either. For a place with egg in the name (and eggbeater door handles) they have plenty of non-egg, non-breakfast dishes. Many of the dishes sounded good, but menus rarely make the food sound terrible. I had the bayou benedict (eggs benedict, but with polenta instead of an english muffin and andouille sausage, chicken and shrimp in lieu of canadian bacon). It was an okay dish. The eggs were a little overcooked, not as runny as I would have liked. The chicken actually tasted very good as did the shrimp. There wasn't much sausage at all. The hollandaise was pretty good, a nice amount of spice. The polenta had no flavor at all; it was definitely the weakest part of the dish. On the side, it came with breakfast potatoes. The consistency was good, nice and crispy, but with no real flavor at all. After a liberal use of pepper and some salt, plus tossing it around in the hollandaise, they tasted okay. My girlfriend had chocolate pancakes and really liked them, though she said they were not as good as the original pancake house. I would go back and maybe try some regular eggs benedict or one of their specials, but it won't be any time soon that I make a return trip. Not a bad experience, just an eminently forgettable one.
(3)Areta C.
I've been here three times! Hmm! I've only ever ordered one thing- the menu looks excellent, lots of options. I'm a breakfast eater. Anyways, I've TRIED to try out other items on the menu... unfortunately, Eggscitement wins every time. It's french toast, with a liquorbound syrup, strawberries and bananas. Dreamy! Apparently it was flambe at some point, but I'm not sure if I believe that. What I do believe is that it is absolutely wonderful! I can't say if the other food is as good- but I can say the service has been of good quality. Attentive waitstaff is always a plus. I think the style of restaurant is cute- and the waits aren't terrible for a breakfast place. There's actually space for breathing unlike most of the brunch places in MoCo. And there's not as many kids because it's pricier. Thank sweet jesus!
(4)V. H.
Beautiful environment, you can sit outside. A little overpriced for breakfast, but you get a ton of food and it was delicious. Turkey bacon was the best I've ever had.
(4)Jane Y.
I really enjoy eggspectations for a few reasons. 1. They have ALOT of different selections. So anything you want, they prolly have. 2. their flambed french toast with strawberries AND bananas is SOO HUGE AND DELICIOUS and they are NOT cheap on fresh fruit. (which is raree!!!) 3. If you substitute your fries for a salad, the salad is the best side salad i've ever had. just the right amount of dressing and the dressing was soooo yummy. the greens were sooooo fresh. none of that iceberg lettuce shizz. It costed a lil extra, but def worth it. overall, a really good place for a meal out.
(4)Chris V.
Like Kim D, I'm surprised at the reviews. My wife and I love this place. Food is good, service is great, and the bar is big. Yes, the bar. In an egg place. Big since I never expected it here. Free Wifi! Sundays are the best, bring your laptop, eat breakfast all morning while reading or doing whatever you do on the inter-tubes.
(4)Jesus J.
Me being a breakfast lover, I adore this place. They have tons of different breakfast options, with (obviously) delicious eggs that can be made anyway you want them. There's also lots of other choices to choose from in the lunch and dinner category. The menu is vast and offers plenty of options. There is also a small bakery at the entrance that houses decent cakes and muffins. The thing that stands about this place from other breakfast choices is the orange juice. It truly is fresh, squeezed orange juice and it is delicious. There are also lots of coffee options for cafe lovers. The service here has always been good. Haven't had bad service yet. Mediocre - a couple of times, but always at least average. The interior of the building is very colorful and has a very traditional feel to it (think Harry Potter-esque as some reviewers noted). The restaurant is large and there are plenty of tables to sit. I've never had to wait more than fifteen minutes to be seated (even though they said the wait would be 20-25 mins.). The only disadvantage of dining here is the prices. You know that orange juice I was talking about? Well, a large glass of it is $5 and there aren't free refills. This seems flat out stingy to me. If you're going to charge that much for OJ, at least make refills complimentary. I can easily make fresh OJ at home for the fraction of the price. The meals aren't too expensive, with most entrees being around $12, but you can get breakfast at most places for $7-10. Check this place out at least once. If you don't like it, there are plenty of diners in the area like the Tastee Diner off of Cameron St.
(5)Steve P.
Recently moved to the area. I like occasionally having breakfast food at non-breakfast hours. Was very surprised at how good it was! I liked the french toast, and their "EGGstreme" pasta with chicken is now my all-time favorite pasta dish anywhere. Really love the place!
(5)Sharon W.
Have been there a number of times at different times of day. If before noon I usually order the 1 egg, meat, potatoes, toast and fruit breakfast. One big plus for me is they have turkey bacon and turkey sausage as a meat choice. It's a good, basic breakfast and always cooked the way I ask. Another plus is their Bloody Marys--generous, spicy and with a big celery stick for a stirrer. The Mimosas though are pretty puny--our daughter calls them "Mimosa shots". When we've come later in the day we have had some of their salads and their chicken entrees, which were very generous portions and pretty tasty. The service has always been outstanding--and extra points that they let our daughter be seated last Sunday morning even though the rest of the party wasn't there yet. Plus the manager came by and gave our granddaughter (age 6) a thumbs up because she was the only child he had ever seen order the salmon entree. This is not the greatest gourmet restaurant I've ever been to but for a good basic meal with an assortment of ages and tastes it serves a purpose.
(4)Ravi B.
This place has gone down hill over the last few months, and after tonight I won't go back. If I have to go to an eggspectations, it'll be the one in columbia. When we walked in, the hostesses told us the manager said to hold off on seating because the kitchen was backed up. First of all, I've never heard of that. Secondly, if the kitchen is backed up let me at least sit down and order a beer. Third and last, after I specifically asked to be sat just to order a beer, (they were willing as long as I understood no food would be ordered) the server came over and wanted to take our order. After we ordered, we contented ourselves to waiting on the food because we knew it might be a while. But when it did come out, we were both surprised it included a sauce that was completely different from the one we had expected. In fact, we ordered the same dish just a week prior at the Columbia location and thought it was delicious. Now, their red pepper sauce was more of a curry sauce. The server we had was pretty good, but the combination of things that happened tonight, along with the hostessing problems we faced before have led us both to vow not to return for a while.
(2)Kathleen H.
While living in Silver Spring I was witness to the "revitalization" of the downtown area. And the opening of Eggspectation .. I LOVE breakfast .. probably my favorite meal of the day and I have been known to eat it for dinner as well. What is that you say .. you have NEVER eaten cereal for dinner? I have been here for brunch ONLY .. and while I wanted to love it .. I was disappointed. To begin .. the wait is horrendous on the weekends. And the service can be hit or miss .. to top it off the food is .. meh! I agree with Tom B. .. the fare is very similar to that of IHOP or Denny's .. except you are paying twice the price. Overall .. I say you skip it and head into DC or to the diner a few blocks away for more variety and better quality food.
(2)Zachary H.
Went here for the first time this morning for breakfast. Was impressed by the menu and the friendliness of our service. We ended up ordering the Benedict Classic (traditional eggs benedict) and the "Eggs What." I found the eggs in the Benedict Classic to be overdone. I prefer runny eggs, but, to be fair, I didn't specifically request them that way. Our overall analysis was that the food was decent, but definately nothing spectacular. The dining space is large and we both really liked the layout of the restaurant. That combined with the good service and the extensive menu will likely result in us returning again at some point. Not my favorite restaurant in Silver Spring, but probablyl worth a visit.
(3)Brit B.
I was worried, given the reviews. I went with a large group and we enjoyed the experience. It was a little slow and there weren't many people eating, but the food was unique and well cooked. I got the stir fry. I would definitely go back!
(4)Mq T.
The happy hour quesdillas are great! Wish they had salsa.
(4)Caitlin A.
I went there with some family, and it was nice. I wasn't sure what to expect since I wasn't a big egg eater. Now I try to do more egg dishes after going there
(3)j n.
First of all, I truly did not expect to be writing a 5-star review for Eggspectation, especially since I'm not a HUGE fan of egg dishes. However, on Father's Day, this was the spot my husband chose. I was pleasantly surprised. The staff are clearly well trained to provide great customer service. Everyone acted as if we were the most important guests there, even on an extremely busy day. My first thought was that it would be like a zoo, because everyone and their daddy appeared to want to eat there. But it was a very well organized zoo, and we were maybe the pampered animals? We were seated well before the promised wait of 45 minutes. Our waiter and his peers were pretty close to outstanding (and I rarely describe people who simply do their jobs as such), but he managed to consistently top our waters, answer our many questions, and check back in on us often, and got the order in quickly and correctly, all while making us feel welcome. The manager even stopped by our table to see if all was okay-- on probably one of the more crowded days of the year. When I ventured off to find the restroom, one of the kitchen staff saw me looking lost and asked to help, and showed me to the appropriate door. My husband was looking at his napkin roll, and wasn't satisfied with something on it, and another waiter saw him examining it and quickly provided a replacement. They seemed to mesh as a well-organized team. I mentioned that I'm not really into egg dishes, but the menu is extremely varied. I opted for the French toast flambé, which has strawberries and bananas in brandi and brown sugar-- absolutely delicious. My family members both had omelettes. My husband (and I) liked his Lyonnais potatoes more than his vegetarian omelet (it just needed some more salt and pepper for our taste). I was looking forward to trying the Banana Java drink, but while it's on the online menu, it wasn't on the in-house version. I settled for the Moka Java and that was sufficiently yummy. We were too full for dessert, but agreed we'd be back for another family brunch.
(5)Alex K.
I have to say that I love Eggspectation. I lived in Silver Spring in 2008 and 2009 and went here on a regular basis. After moving to Arlington, I still make the drive up to Silver Spring just go to brunch here. Their coffees are good. You get generous portion sizes with toast and steak fries with pretty much anything you order. My only gripes are the long waits if you show up later in the AM, the noise level, and the wait staff is very hit or miss.
(4)Ralph H.
Eggspectation is a GREAT place to get breakfast food. I went here about a month ago and I enjoyed everything about my meal. Definitely will be going back here again! Highly recommend this place.
(5)U K.
Good food, bad service. We went there for lunch. The section we were seated in didn't seem busy, but it took forever to get our food and even longer to get our check. They messed up my order, but it had taken so long to get to our table that I did not have the patience to ask them for fixing my order!!!
(3)Jay R.
I've been here a few times and I never go here with high expectations and yet I am still always disappointed. Is it me or has anyone else had their eggs over easy come out more like over medium? I don't eat lots of eggs but I feel like I need to order 5 or 6 to make up for the lack of yolk in the eggs that they use in the 2 that come with my meal. I even had a non-egg entree once and unfortunately it came out very lukewarm which didn't help at all. Another strike for me about this place is the furniture is very uncomfortable. I guess it plays into the sociology of business as they don't want you to linger on their wood slatted benches and iron chairs. On a positive note, I've always had good servers here as they've been polite and fast. I just wish the food were much better and if they had cushions on their chairs.
(2)Aya D.
Great place for brunch and lunch! :) The place is large enough to house a big party, which is really nice.
(4)Becky W.
Less than mediocre. Have been here several times and always leave underwhelmed. Today we ordered nothing more complicated than scrambled eggs and pancakes and it took an hour for them to bring our food. All the manger offered was an insincere apology. I could get better food at a greasy diner for 1/3 of the price. I won't be returning.
(2)Jim C.
Great choice for breakfast with menu listing dozens of great items from which to choose. Great smoothies. Also, full menu of regular food. Average. Like others have said, it's step up from Denny's and diners. I always enjoy breakfast here.
(3)Kelly T.
Excellent! The french toast was amazing - interesting that my scrambled eggs were on top of it (rather than on the side) but it was a yummy combination. They give you TONS of potatoes on the side. We had to wait about 20 mins for a table but we did go at Sunday brunch time, so I wasn't shocked. The waiters seemed extremely busy, but we did get in and out in a reasonable time.
(4)J R.
Eggspensive for what you get. Inoffensive food that is standard breakfast fare. It would be fine if it cost half as much.
(2)Sarah O.
Food is pretty good. It kinda reminds me of an upscale diner, if one should exist. The menu consists of omelets, sandwiches, and some dinner selections, so everyone should be able to find at least one thing that they like. They have a nice dessert case when you first walk in the door; although, I have never had dessert there, so I don't know if they taste as good as they look. The most we've had to wait was 5-10 minutes and that is going on a weekend at dinner time; most times there is no wait at all.
(3)Emily R.
Came here for a holiday party with my coworkers. You're supposed to have 20 people for the "party room." We only had about 15 but they let us use it anyway. We also were able to use the big flat screen tv/ DVD player to play a slideshow of pictures. I suppose since we didn't have a full group, they brought a few 2-person parties to sit in the party room as well (there were about 3 other small tables). We didn't care but if I had been sitting at a smaller table in that room, I don't think I would have been very happy. For $15 a piece, we shared some appetizers - chicken quesadillas and a bread bowl with dip, we each chose an individual entree, and 2 dessert platters were provided. I had the chicken, mushroom, and spinach crepe, which was ok but a little soggy and hard to get on my fork. The dessert platters were ginormous and included lots of mini cheesecakes with different toppings (chocolate, blueberry, fruit, etc.). The other platter had a huge stack of various types of cookies. The 15 of us barely made a dent in the desserts so we got to-go boxes for them. Our meal also included soft drinks, coffee, or tea. Alcoholic beverages were extra. Our waitress was excellent - constantly refilling our drinks, half the time without us even noticing she had brought them to the table. Although I wasn't blown away by the food, I would recommend this place as a good spot to bring a large group.
(3)Marc H.
Twas good. It's difficult to mess up an egg white omelet so i can't necessarily speak to their culinary prowess, but my breakfast was satisfactory. The potatoes that came with the omelet had a nice crunch to them and i also got a side of yogurt with bananas. The yogurt was very tasty but I'm confident that it was NOT healthy... too sweet to be good for you. The bloody mary was good, but im not sure what "award" it won, as it wasnt that good. It needed some garnish and could have benefitted from a little more spice. Overall, Id go back. The breakfast menu is expansive and there are enough options to please anyone. The wait was 30min on Sunday morning... not terrible.
(3)Philip K.
Mediocre chain food. Fries and grilled cheese I ordered were lukewarm, but alright for the price. Music from the bar next door kept a constant THUMP THUMP THUMP going for most of the evening. What really sold me on never returning was when I told the waitress to keep the change, she DIDN'T point out that there was already an 18% gratuity on my tab. Nothing like giving almost 40% tip for something exceedingly average.
(2)Bruce J.
Gotta say, the popularity of this place completely eludes me! True, the atmosphere's not bad. And yes, it does draw a nice, diverse crowd. But why endure the horrendously long waits? Certainly not for the food, which for brunch, at least, is overpriced and mediocre. And definitely not for the coffee, which is just plain bad. While I recognize I have a Midwest bias--breakfast spots in cities like Minneapolis, St. Paul, Madison, and Chicago have spoied me for life, I'm afraid--there are decent alternatives nearby. In Silver Spring you've got your choice of places like Tastee Diner, Parkway Deli, Woodside Deli, or Mayorga's yummy brunch on Sundays. Or if you're up for a longer trip, head to Nick's Diner in Wheaton, or The Diner in Adams Morgan. Whichever you choose, you'll save a few bucks and walk away much more satisfied!
(1)Steffany H.
YUMMMM.... I was in DC last week and we were looking for a place to eat dinner Eggespectation sits in a big open shopping area with tons of restaurants, but none sounded very good to me. This place was very low key - our style - but had great customer service. I was skeptical at first, most places that brand themselves on breakfast don't do anything else as well. They did.... I had a parmesan crusted chicken dinner with spinach - loved it! Only reason I can't stretch for 5 stars was teh wine selection. I'm a wine with dinner kind of gal and they didn't have as much selection as I'd like. Overall it's a very fun restaurant with lots of different choices, and I'll definitely be back for breakfast!
(4)Olivia L.
I went on a weekday, about noonish, and there was absolutely no wait. The service was ok, but the food was forgettable. I had the waffle benedict. The waffle was too sweet and kind of mushy (more like an eggo than a Belgian) and totally clashed with the savory eggs. The potatoes were ok, but there could have been a much bigger pile of potatoes, given the size of the plate. The bacon was not crispy, and had the tough quality of bacon leather. Bleh.
(2)Tom B.
My first visit today. Hard for me to make an overall review because all I had was a fairly traditional breakfast, the "Eggs-what?" their only entree w/ corned beef hash. Nevertheless, the breakfast was fine, albeit the sunnyside eggs were a little undone, a risk you take when ordering fried eggs. Still, the breakfast seemed pretty ordinary, considering the price, almost twice as much as the same fare @ Denny's or IHOP. And how hard can breakfast be? And this is supposed to be their specialty. Bottom line: too pricey considering the average quality of the food. But Kudos for the real fresh squeezed OJ!
(3)Jon S.
Egggselent. Get the oj.
(4)Natalie M.
I went to Eggspectation while visiting friends that live in Silver Spring during inauguration weekend. Needless to say, this may be the reason why there was no wait what so ever on a Sunday. I do agree with the other reviewers that the prices are a tad high, but this place is NO iHOP. The food is much fresher, the service is friendlier and the menu is much more varied. I wasn't a HUGE fan of the crepes, they were a tad thick, but the strawberry filling was delicious- made with actual strawberries. My egg whites were not runny(I hate runny eggs) and they even gave me an extra egg white since I didnt want the meat that came with my special. I do recommend a visit if you are in the Silver Spring area, there is ample parking and various stores. This restaurant would me a nice way to start a lazy Sunday.
(4)reuben j.
This place does above average breakfast/brunch fare. A word to the wise -especially if you are going on the weekend- go early.. After 10 AM or so, it's as hard to get in as it is to get John Boehner to say something good about President Obama. Service can be a bit slow, but it is not an anger-inducing slow...Call it well-meaning laid back. And call me when you head to this joint.
(3)Angela M.
Count my review skewed a tad. I had been behaving myself, drinking only water & tea, avoiding sugary beverages and treats, eating salads, lots of veggies, lean meats - basically, my intestines were happy, but my mouth was getting bored. In an unusual turn of events, well I should say usual, because I don't usually have dinner planned, but unusual because we don't eat out during the week, we ended up at Eggspectation ordering breakfast for dinner. I know, it's totally wild and unorthodox. We're so crazy. No really, we are. Insane. Anyways....the ambiance there is nice and warm, neutral colors, dark woods, stone, metal - it works. The service was great and the food, although ridiculously expensive ($9 for pancakes?) they do give you a lot of food. I got 3 blueberry pancakes, a side of home fries, 2 pieces of turkey bacon, 2 eggs over medium and a roasted tomato. I must have paid $20 for it, but it was good. Oh, I had a pineapple mango smoothie as well. I was a glutton that night. All I'm saying is, when it's right, it's right. This time it just was. The food tasted so awesome and I felt full, happy and my taste buds were satisfied for once in a long time. Now that I've said all that, if you're crunched for cash, seeing the prices on the menu might make you cranky and IHOP can satisfy a lot of the same urges, so, maybe try there and save yourself some dinero? I prefer Eggs over IHOP, but they both do the trick. There's a funny story about Eggspectation food poisioning that my husband suffered through; that was from the Columbia location, though. Just picture a fire hose and projectiles...
(4)Demetrius G.
One of the best breakfasts in Silver Spring
(4)Robert B.
Pros: Decor is excellent and brunch is good. Cons: WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY TOO DAMN EXPENSIVE. I would come here every weekend if it was even remotely priced appropriately. You could feed a small country on what it costs to take your family here for brunch. Sadly, instead of coming every week the absurd price means I come once every year or two. They get my 4 stars, but they don't get my business.
(4)Ashley E.
why the hell are you called eggspectation???????? you would think that the eggs are special??? they arent! waffles are great! but a bit over priced!
(2)T K.
Food was very good. Service was pleasant and attentive. Coffee was weak. Pricey menu.
(4)jax g.
terrible food even for a veg. bartenders iffy and service slow. drinks, horrible. my last veggie burger was disgusting and the fries were served COLD.
(1)Kenyon H.
Great all day breakfast spot! I had an omelette and it was really good. Service was great, cool atmosphere so no complaints....I'd hit one up anytime.
(5)Bobby G.
Service was slow four out of the four times I've been. Food is alright but not worth the horrible service.
(2)Lisa L.
My Parmesan crusted chicken was just absolutely bland! Just bland bland bland! Although, my cousin's steak and fries were cooked to perfection!
(3)Christie W.
I give this place 3 1/2 stars. It was my first experience here this past Sunday. We got there and were told the wait for 2 would be about 25-30 minutes. Ok - no big deal. We made our way to the bar area and I ordered a Bloody Mary, and my boyfriend ordered one of their smoothies. The caption on the menu describing their Bloody Mary was something along the lines of "award winning" the bloody mary I was served was no where near "award winning". It was massive, not that I mind when it's a good bloody mary but I didn't even finish my drink because it literally left a bad taste in my mouth. My boyfriend's drink however was delicious, I will be sure to order one of those next time. The service was OK. Our waitress was a little odd, maybe she was super busy not sure, maybe she had too much coffee, who knows. I ordered the Western Omelet w/ home fries, and a side of turkey bacon. The boyfriend ordered some kind of chicken sandwhich. I really liked my food, but was too stuffed to finish it all. The omelet's are huge. I liked the menu, it definitely has something for everyone. I would recommmend this place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The atmosphere was charming. Cafe, bistro style. The only thing that was really weird was when we went to pay the check, my boyfriend asked for change and the server brought him back a ten dollar bill and 3 one's, she totally schemed on us. LOL! We are not rude enough to ask for two fives instead, so she got us, she should have gotten $6 to equal a 20% tip, but the shiester instead walked with $10. Though deserving more of the $3 tip, there is no way we could have done that. Anyways I would like to go back, and try out some different things on the menu, and with a different server, I bet my experience will be much better.
(3)Laura W.
I've gone back on 2 occasions since my first negative review. I will now bump them up a star. I will give them some extra points in that the food is actually pretty tasty, and in that it caters to a wide audience. It is like a much better version of the Cheesecake Factory, really. Plus, the decor, with wrought-iron wisks as doorhandles, makes it a fun place to go for a Saturday brunch. I still would take off points in the "over" category: many of the dishes are completely overwhelming, oversized, and overpriced. However, once we can look past this fact, it is a fascinating little place.
(3)Jennifer C.
Went to Eggspectation with my boyfriend for a Saturday brunch. We waited 25 mins for a table. When we were seated, another ten minutes went by before someone came to take the order for coffee. The place was packed and was noisier than I had remembered it, and that was before a family with a screaming baby was seated right behind us. We placed our order for food (coffee had not arrived yet) another ten minutes later the coffee arrived and twenty minutes later our breakfasts showed up. I was severely disappointed by my "huevos rancheros" ---- a greasy mess- eggs drenched in oil and cheese with gummy corn tortillas. The only redeeming factor was the pulled pork in the dish which had good flavor. I think they forgot the sauce for the dish (as there were no tomatoes on the plate)- unless I had mistaken the sauce for "oil". It came out lukewarm. The refried beans were inedible. They tasted like a reconstituted powdered beans with lemon scented dish detergent. They were just off. My boyfriend ordered the french toast, which was just boring mediocre french toast. It was not worth the wait, nor the cost. I have been a few times before with similar experiences but kept having lapses in memory/judgement and would find myself at eggspectation again. No more.
(2)Christie W.
I give this place 3 1/2 stars. It was my first experience here this past Sunday. We got there and were told the wait for 2 would be about 25-30 minutes. Ok - no big deal. We made our way to the bar area and I ordered a Bloody Mary, and my boyfriend ordered one of their smoothies. The caption on the menu describing their Bloody Mary was something along the lines of "award winning" the bloody mary I was served was no where near "award winning". It was massive, not that I mind when it's a good bloody mary but I didn't even finish my drink because it literally left a bad taste in my mouth. My boyfriend's drink however was delicious, I will be sure to order one of those next time. The service was OK. Our waitress was a little odd, maybe she was super busy not sure, maybe she had too much coffee, who knows. I ordered the Western Omelet w/ home fries, and a side of turkey bacon. The boyfriend ordered some kind of chicken sandwhich. I really liked my food, but was too stuffed to finish it all. The omelet's are huge. I liked the menu, it definitely has something for everyone. I would recommmend this place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The atmosphere was charming. Cafe, bistro style. The only thing that was really weird was when we went to pay the check, my boyfriend asked for change and the server brought him back a ten dollar bill and 3 one's, she totally schemed on us. LOL! We are not rude enough to ask for two fives instead, so she got us, she should have gotten $6 to equal a 20% tip, but the shiester instead walked with $10. Though deserving more of the $3 tip, there is no way we could have done that. Anyways I would like to go back, and try out some different things on the menu, and with a different server, I bet my experience will be much better.
(3)Laura W.
I've gone back on 2 occasions since my first negative review. I will now bump them up a star. I will give them some extra points in that the food is actually pretty tasty, and in that it caters to a wide audience. It is like a much better version of the Cheesecake Factory, really. Plus, the decor, with wrought-iron wisks as doorhandles, makes it a fun place to go for a Saturday brunch. I still would take off points in the "over" category: many of the dishes are completely overwhelming, oversized, and overpriced. However, once we can look past this fact, it is a fascinating little place.
(3)Jennifer C.
Went to Eggspectation with my boyfriend for a Saturday brunch. We waited 25 mins for a table. When we were seated, another ten minutes went by before someone came to take the order for coffee. The place was packed and was noisier than I had remembered it, and that was before a family with a screaming baby was seated right behind us. We placed our order for food (coffee had not arrived yet) another ten minutes later the coffee arrived and twenty minutes later our breakfasts showed up. I was severely disappointed by my "huevos rancheros" ---- a greasy mess- eggs drenched in oil and cheese with gummy corn tortillas. The only redeeming factor was the pulled pork in the dish which had good flavor. I think they forgot the sauce for the dish (as there were no tomatoes on the plate)- unless I had mistaken the sauce for "oil". It came out lukewarm. The refried beans were inedible. They tasted like a reconstituted powdered beans with lemon scented dish detergent. They were just off. My boyfriend ordered the french toast, which was just boring mediocre french toast. It was not worth the wait, nor the cost. I have been a few times before with similar experiences but kept having lapses in memory/judgement and would find myself at eggspectation again. No more.
(2)keola'i g.
First, I have to say I'm a brunch snot and a half. After living in the Richmond market for years, I have truly appreciated the meal. (side note for those who've not had the pleasure with an unusual and rare side of pain in the RVA area, Richmond is as much a home of aspiring and divine indie restaurants as most other major metro areas, I wish I could make this sh*t up). I digress, so, since moving to DC I've had a REALLY tough finding a decent brunch. Breakfast, sure. Brunch? A lot more tough than one might think. So, finding this spot (and a small chain, I mentioned snob right?) I was very pleased. We went on a Sunday (11am with a 30 min wait) worth it, especially because I've been on a rabid hunt, was beyond what I'd been hoping for. I judge brunch based on initial menu options, service, and finally on eggs benebict. A tough dish to nail in a busy restaurant etc. But with the exception of moderately subpar service (newbie) and therefore some details overlooked, it has been by far the true, best brunch spot I've found in a 15 mile radius of the city. We will certainly be back as soon as this Sunday and are looking forward to trying dinner there as well.
(4)Chris B.
Wife and I made our first visit to this restaurant this past Sunday for a late lunch. The food was amazing! The service was not so great but I assume it was isolated to only our server, as I saw the other servers taking great care of their customers. We had defiled eggs as our appetizer and they were delicious with a hint of spice to them. Never had reviled eggs like these before. The wife had rancho juevos I believe it was called, and she was more than satisfied with the meal. As for me, I stuck to the simple and had a very tasty Reuben sandwich. Overall this place was great, I thought about giving three stars for the lack of service but realized maybe the server we had was just having a rough day.
(4)Sandra B.
I was not thrilled to be going to this place, as I'm not the biggest fan of the egg, however my best friend was in town and was excited about this possibility. We went for brunch, were seated, and our friendly and knowledgable waiter Kevin served us. He was so pleasant. Anyhow, when I opened the menu, I almost fell out of my seat when I saw that they had a Mango Burger. Doesnt that just sound great! There were so many non-egg dishes, as well as a great variety of egg dishes. I opted for a Mexican inspired omlette and a pineapple mimosa (so good!) and my BFF ate Strawberry French toast with a side of scrambled eggs and home fries. The meal from beginning to end was excellent! I had a cappachino to top off my meal and she had a shot of espresso (the espresso's come in several variety's such as ice cream and Bailey's). Although it was pricey, the amount of combinations and creations at this place is worth it. I am looking forward to going back again and again.
(4)Jackie T.
Went here for Sunday Brunch and to wait a short while to be seated. The menu was quite extensive and prices were great! Many items under $10. Portions were large, but the meal was average. Not sure we'll be back, the quality is slightly above what you'd expect at a corner diner.
(3)Roll T.
3.25 stars. Ordering something other than eggs at a place named Eggspectation is akin to ordering seafood at a steak restaurant. You can do it, but obviously, you are not focusing on the restaurant's alleged specialty. The review of the Toronto restaurant is inapplicable to the Silver Spring location; namely, they do have egg options with seafood and the restaurant stays open past 5 PM. Indeed, my girlfriend and I went around 7PM because we missed our semi-traditional Sunday brunch. Food: We both ordered variations of Eggs Benedict. I went with their Boca Raton plate which consisted of two eggs (mostly egg yolk), spinach, guacamole, and gruyere cheese with a general helping of hollaindaise sauce. The plate was massive, and it included a couple of pieces of bread as well. My girlfriend ordered the California Benedict which was similar to my plate except I think it used asparagus instead of guacamole and included smoked salmon (I hate smoked salmon). She appeared to enjoy it. Overall, this is just a decent oddity to check out, especially if you are in the mood for eggs after breakfast. Having said that, I wouldn't necessarily consider it a desination either.
(3)Jeff C.
The first time I was at an eggspectation was when I was in Montreal. I took the chance and had their omlet and a large fruit plate. Sipping on the page drink (and spitting out the raspberry seeds), I told myself "boy, if I can tolerate the freezing weather of Montreal, this place would be a real treat." A real treat it was as you rarely get American breakfast places serving up so many fruit options. For those expecting good ol' greasy hearty breakfast, this may be a little off. I remember on a trip to Boston, we were introduced by hotel Concierge to a "unique" breakfast place on the freedom trail that is known for their "fresh fruits." We waited in line for an hour, then realized that this hype is nothing compared to what I got in Eggspectations. So I finally made it to DC, and suprise, Eggspectation is actually in the neighborhood. I don't like their prices, the limited or odd selections or the large portion of their foods (except for the fruits). But I go there for the fruit drinks, and the fruit plate, which people stare at and wonder where that came from. Yes, they got rid of the seeds from the Page fruit drink. If you like fruits, you owe it to yourself to get a large fruit plate to share with someone. To assemble and enjoy 10 types of fruits on a plate, is a wonderful experience.
(4)Mina A.
Overpriced! I struggle with paying a lot for breakfast or brunch, but I don't mind when the food is worth it. Eggspectation just wasn't worth it, the food was nothing special and not worth what they charge. The staff was great and so was the dining room, but I don't know if I'll ever go back.
(2)Amanda C.
There is something on the menu for everyone (breakfast, lunch & dinner 24/7!). This place is not fast food, so you shouldn't expect to be in & out, but that being said, we've never had to wait long for seating, nor for our food after we order. The atmosphere is casual, and for weekend breakfast it's pretty busy. I've never been disappointed with any food I've ordered, nor any food that I've stolen from my husband's plate. ;) We tend to bring friends here for a step above fast food/diner food and easy access to downtown Silver Spring (free parking on evenings & weekends!). The prices aren't the cheapest, but the amounts of food are good for downtown Silver Spring value. Also they have great huge pieces of cakes for dessert and delicious Italian coffee!
(4)Caitlin A.
I went there with some family, and it was nice. I wasn't sure what to expect since I wasn't a big egg eater. Now I try to do more egg dishes after going there
(3)Dell W.
Take an appetite with you when you go. They can do some things to eggs that are out of sight. Menu choices are great. Enjoyed my meal and it was an excellent omelet.
(4)Kelly L.
Eggspectation. The name would imply that this restaurant has some tasty well-prepared eggs. Well, that is not the case. I order the "Oy Vegg", a plate of latkes and eggs. I order the eggs scrambled. Everyone knows that scrambled eggs can be excellent but are tricky to prepare. I was eggspecting some very tasty scrambled eggs. What did I get? It appears that the potato pancake theme was continued with the flat egg pancake i received on top of the latkes. The eggs can only be described as a mass of egg whose yolk had been broken, placed in a hot skillet and left to cook until very solid. "Oy Vegg" is right!! Consolation - the latkes were tasty and the $4 OJ was fresh.
(1)Ina C.
For a chain with such a geeky name, it's not bad at all! Let's talk food. The menu is huge (think Cheesecake Factory huge)! and they have a full range of breakfast food, including French toast, pancakes, waffles, and any kind of eggs benedict you can imagine. I've tried a few of these variations (crepe, smoked salmon, etc.) and they're okay. But you won't go wrong with the classic. They also have a range of non-egg choices, though I can't remember what they have exactly. Everything I've tried here is pretty decent! Other things to know about this restaurant: Parking access is pretty easy (use the Wayne Ave. garage); Prices are reasonable; There's plenty of outdoor seating; Breakfast is served all day; Jamba juice at Whole Foods is just around the corner. If you're sick of the sticky tables at IHOP, make your way over to Eggspectation!
(3)Chris M.
Not bad at all. Everything was yummy especially the smoothies. I had a California Benedict. It was pretty good but I did find a huge egg shell almost my last bite. The manager did eventually come over and made sure things were ok. He took off the two smoothies from the bill, which is pretty much what I expected. Nice place to eat after my daughter goes to Gymboree nearby.
(3)Mimi X.
I've had better experiences than the other reviewers so far. The menu is huge and diverse, which is good for a big group with broad tastes. The burgers are decent. The chocolate cake is good. The smoothies are great. The lines are only long for weekend brunches, in my experience.
(3)Michael M.
This place is quickly spiraling downward. I have been going here since they opened about 8 years ago. I've had events there and have eaten there upwards of 50+ times. Without being specific, i just want to say that the service has become so self-centered that I'd rather order from a vending machine where I don't get any attitude. The bartender was more interested is charming the 2 ladies at the bar then taking the order of three business men. The food portions have been cut back so much that you would think you were in an elementary school cafeteria. I blame it all on the management/leadership. They train and tolerate this behavior. There are enough choices on this block of restaurants, and this place will be last on my list.
(2)Tami B.
It's out of my comfort zone to be so fond of a chain restaurant, but I love this place. I don't like the wait, but once you are seated, no complaints. I always get eggs benedict in some style or other and I ask that the muffin be toasted dark. Fresh orange juice, and what else can you want? Pretty yummy!
(4)Jeffry W.
Great breakfast food. Best sit-down breakfast food in the Silver Spring Area.
(4)Jessica J.
I've tried this place because it is close to where I live. After reviewing the website online, and the menu inside the restaurant, I had high expectations. 1) The price 2) they served different things (like tomatoes on the side) and 3) seemed to use quality ingredients. The service was great. The food was mediocre. I had the Eggsuberant. I got much less than expected. The fruit side was literally 3 small thin garnish size slices of cantaloupe, melon, & orange. The pancakes were the size of my palm, and I couldn't figure out why they decided to serve tomatoes on the side. They weren't that great. Conclusion: Very overpriced! The food is just ok. I would rather go to IHOP. Next time, I'll try a burger (the waitress recommended that) or a dessert.
(2)Tess B.
This place is called Eggspectation. I ordered my eggs over-easy. They arrived over-hard. Enough said.
(2)Asieh C.
To be honest I don't remember much about the food because my friend and I were drinking bloody marys, which I have to say were shockingly good. It was a Sunday and we thought we'd be decadent. Well the drinks came before the food, and on an empty stomach I'm sure you can figure out the rest. We had a lovely time sitting outside watching the kids jumping through the water fountain. I ordered a hamburger and my friend a salad. I remember the french fries being very good but other than that, not too much.
(3)Randy R.
Very expensive. $11.00 cheeseburgers. 15.99 crabcake sandwiches. 6.00 smoothies.
(2)Akera R.
They have a great selection of food and a nice location
(3)Merida F.
We went for Happy Hour and it was great! We had 3 glasses of wine, 2 drafts, and 4 appetizers(all half priced) and our bill came to just under $40!!!! The fried calamari was awesome(i was on a kick) and something I would get again.
(4)Lani C.
I am not a picky eater and I am easy to please. I have give this place four or five visits, hoping that it would get better since it's the closest breakfast place to my apartment. Unfortunately, the food is just ok for a very high price. Prime example: a two-egg herb omlette with fries (the herb mix was dried stock from a spice rack, not fresh) should not cost more than $10. I could make something like this at home for about $2. The service does little to improve the experience. You are seated, your orders are taken after a long wait, and your check is received. That is it. I have no problem with eating this type of food with this type of service at local diners, but the decor and pricing of Eggspectations are decidedly un-diner-like. The only reason I am not giving this place a one-star is because it is clean and the decor is nice.
(2)PierAngeli M.
I went to Eggspectation in Silver Spring and had the crab salad. First, there was approximately a teaspoon and a half of crab meat, the dressing was lifeless and super boring and everything else about the salad was uninspiring at best. It tasted as if I had eaten cardboard with dressing on top. Perhaps, it was my fault for expecting anything other than their breakfast menu to have flavor. Needless to say, I will not be a returning customer.
(1)Alicia C.
Great place for brunch/breakfast. I had heard my friend rave about it for so long that I finally planned a brunch outing of my own there. The place lived up to my expectations, though the menu was a bit pricey, I still think it was worth it. More recently I went to partake in their happy hour specials... half priced appetizers and select drinks. I had the crab dip (delicious, but a bit on the salty side... as a halophile I didn't really mind though) and the chicken tenders (I know boring choice, but they were good with the honey mustard dip that came with them). Portions were big, so there was plenty to share. Which was a definite plus, as it allowed me to try some of my friend's calamari as well! My friend got a mudslide that looked amazing (sadly I was driving so could not partake in these... next time!).
(4)Raquel C.
Great food but pricey. I had the French toast and it was delicious. I thought this was a unique breakfast joint but found it to be more upscale than I thought. If you have out of town guests and want to go out for a wonderful brunch, this is the place but meals average on $10-$15 pp. Their menu and prices are posted outside the door so you aren't shocked when you enter and sit down. The portions are not huge and fresh fruit is served with many dishes. I enjoyed it.
(3)Karen C.
2 1/2 stars. it's fine but nothing spectacular. i got eggs benedict, which came on an english muffin. the poached eggs were overdone - dry and the yolk did not come running out. also i could barely taste the hollandaise sauce, if it had any flavor. the side of potatoes were good, but overall, i was less than impressed. especially since the whole dish was $13 - i'd expect much more.
(2)Casey G.
i loved this place. they had tons of cakes in the bakery part of the restaurant. the piece i had was eggcellent. my server was the sweetest, most helpful young lady. and, considering it was as busy as it was, she was astonishingly on-time with our service. i have not a bad word to say about this place.
(5)Smithers M.
This place is just okay. I've been here a few times and unless you're totally into breakfast, I wouldn't recommend it. Coffee was decent,...eggs were good.
(3)Glaciala A.
Meh, omelet was just okay...a little greasy. Plus, why do you have to pay SO much extra if you want to eat healthy? An added charge for egg whites and swapping the potatoes for fruit, that's just plain annoying. Restaurants should allow patrons to make healthier choices without so much added costs...other places will do it for minimal charges or let you pick fruit or potatoes. Service was fine, quick, but they didn't know who received which dish. Not likely to go back.
(1)Ian N.
Crazy line during the breakfast rush: "Thirty ... 45 minutes?" "No way! Hey, there's an empty bar table!" Industrial baked goods: better than you'd get in Starbucks, but definitely more of a mass restaurant than a boutique baker. Shaky service: "Did you guys order a cranberry?" "Hunh?" I had the "brioche" sort of thing (fruit and sweet sauce on a sticky bun). It wasn't bad, but I'll poke around the menu instead of getting it again. I think I ate more sugar in that meal than I did in the preceding week.
(3)Andrew K.
This place is misnamed -- they have lots of nonegg options. I had the grilled chicken club, which tasted good. It was a little pricey. But, good. Word of caution: my friend ordered a crepe and the eggs came plopped right on top of the crepes. Weird.
(3)Amanda A.
This is a great dinner spot too. They do well with all things chicken and the pasta is top notch. The portions should satisfy most, I usually have some to take home and the oil they use makes reheating a breeze (not everything should be reheated in the microwave). Atmosphere is good, this is a chain and they all have a similar look, dark colors/dim lighting, sometimes interesting wrought iron sculptures, but it is kept clean and the staff has always been friendly.
(3)Holly C.
Totally overrated breakfast experience. Great location, the restaurant is cool looking inside, the service is lacking, the menu is big, the food is blah, and I probably won't go back unless my friends make me.
(2)Masha S.
I've gone here a few times, and each time I've had either issues with the food or service or both. Last time they got the order wrong, including bacon in the eggs when I'd asked them to hold it. Since I don't eat pork, I had to send the dish back. They didn't get my food back out until well after the rest of the table was done eating. They didn't even take it off the tab. I won't be going back.
(2)Becky T.
The bacon and cheddar burger that I ordered was huge, really good and came with awesome fries that were crisp and salty. It was a little pricey at $11. My friend carbed it up with blueberry french toast and a blueberry muffin which she loved. The other reviewer hit it right on the head, when he likened the place to Cheesecake Factory. I'd come back for breakfast or crepes when I feel like splurging for an AM meal.
(3)Kim D.
I'm surprised at the other reviews of this place - it's one of my favorites. Big variety on the menu, really good smoothies, and fresh, I repeat - FRESH orange juice. As a self-described eggs benedict snob, their hollandaise is actually pretty good. Burgers and pasta were also tasty but yes, they know their egg dishes. The one thing I don't especially like is their seating - uncomfortable booths and iron chairs took away from the experience. I took a friend from out of town and she adored it, too.
(4)Charlie N.
Reserved the event room, called twice to confirm, arrived with 30 to find out that room was double booked.
(2)dee w.
i have officially given up hope on finding a decent chain restuarant. eggspectation, which was recommended by a few of my friends, definitely did NOT meet my "eggspectations." at all. where to start. the service was ok, pretty spotty, and could have been way better, seeing as how our server only had 3 tables. but she was friendly, so fine. food. my friend ordered a scrambled egg bagel thing, and i had a spinach and black forest ham crepe with hollandaise sauce. like the reviewer below had mentioned, yes, the scrambled egg was a flat dry pancakey mess, and unlike the other reviewer had mentioned, no, this is not good hollandaise sauce. it was like straight up mayonnaise that was orange. gross. my friend's plate also came with some "fresh" fruit. not. the fruit looked like it had been out way too long, so it was slightly shriveled.
(1)Amanda H.
This place was pretty cool. I like the idea of eggs all day long. They have a huge menu, so I think it would be easy to please anyone. It is a little pricey for eggs, but I think the overall experience is worth it once in a while.
(3)Cliff E.
Eggspectations? Keep them low. Tastee diner is better choice. Somebody said it before me- expensive IHOP
(1)Abbey A.
I went to Eggspectation with friends for brunch today. When we got there we found that there was at least a 30 minute wait - we were trying to make it to a 1pm movie, so we opted for the open seating at the bar. It may be that it would have been better in the normal seating areas, but can't say much for the service. It was consistently slow and not particularly attentive. Again, I probably would have noticed less, but we were on a timetable. That said, we all really enjoyed our food. There are dozens of options - breakfast foods and otherwise - which definitely makes choosing difficult. I'll go back - it's solid breakfast food at a reasonable price - I just hope for better service next time.
(3)Stephanie V.
The coffee had chunks. There was shell in my eggs. The Hollandaise sauce was broken. What a disappointment.
(2)Teresa H.
It's ok... nothing extremely fantastic about it. The wait was the most irriating part of my visit. Needless to say, I thought it had a cool concept especially for a Sunday brunch and the food was good.
(4)Kelly K.
We first visited the Toronto location of this restaurant a couple of years ago, and were amazed to see that there was a location in Silver Spring! I have to say that our Canadian experience was much better than our American one. :( First of all, be prepared for a LONG wait. But there are benches you can sit on while you wait. Their menu is huge, and it's hard to decide what to get. I settled on a Florentine Benedict. It was ok. Nothing great. Service was spotty. They also have non-breakfasty foods on the menu, like sandwiches and steak. The menu looks so promising, but I have to say, this visit was last year, and we haven't been back. I was going to do a play on the name of this place, but I will leave that to others (ex: I really had great expectations.....). :-0
(3)Kavita K.
I'm one person who likes her food hot, but I understand that can't be possible with a huge order of 5 people . That's ok , but having no taste for your food!! there was zilch amt of salt added to my omelette. ( I ordered that b'cos I was really hungry and didn't want to mess with the first meal of the day being @ 3:00p.m. There were more veggies (that's good!) but not enough egg to hold the cold omelette. The cappuccino (tasted more like hot chocolate) was cold too! This was after I sent back some drink which was equally bad. However, my daughter's drink was some kind of slush which was good. My husband's crepes were pretty good! The service was really really good.
(2)Mike S.
I haven't been there for lunch or dinner, but it's great for breakfast/brunch. A wide variety of excellent omelettes. You forget how much better fresh-squeezed orange juice tastes until you have it. Coffee drinks are also high quality. My only complaint is that it's pricey. I'd go more often if it didn't cost me $30.
(4)Amanda S.
A bit on the pricey side, but the service was pretty good and my omelet was wonderful.
(4)Sara F.
This place is great! for breakfast, brunch or lunch, this place has always been yummy. With big portions you will not leave hungry. They have something for everyone- with a menu that feels like a book! They even have a bar, as well as coffee drinks and smoothies.
(4)Erica J.
Loveee this place...it's so delcious and I love the atmosphere inside as well. The servers are always really friendly as well.
(4)Jane Y.
I really enjoy eggspectations for a few reasons. 1. They have ALOT of different selections. So anything you want, they prolly have. 2. their flambed french toast with strawberries AND bananas is SOO HUGE AND DELICIOUS and they are NOT cheap on fresh fruit. (which is raree!!!) 3. If you substitute your fries for a salad, the salad is the best side salad i've ever had. just the right amount of dressing and the dressing was soooo yummy. the greens were sooooo fresh. none of that iceberg lettuce shizz. It costed a lil extra, but def worth it. overall, a really good place for a meal out.
(4)Kate M.
I was a little hesitant walking into Eggspectation having read the lukewarm reviews it's gotten on here. My non-Silver Springer friends were really excited about a restaurant that specializes in eggs, though, so we had to go. It was not bad at all. Pretty good, in fact. Our meals weren't phenomenal, but we were all really happy. Nothing here is going to change your life, and you won't find yourself raving about the place to all your friends, but you'll probably walk away satisfied. The menu is huge, so you're guaranteed to find something you want to eat. I had the vegetarian omelet with egg whites and it was packed with lots of fresh veggies. The eggs were cooked properly and not overly salty. It could have been a little less greasy, though. Same goes for the fried potatoes that came on the side. Service was pretty slow, too. The place is huge, with lots of rooms, and we couldn't always see our waitress, making it hard to get her attention. The food took longer than I would have expected to arrive, too, considering how not-full the restaurant was. These are not the kinds of complaints that would keep me from coming back, though, and my friends definitely felt the same way.
(4)Scotto B.
Food was tasty, but not exceptional (note, I didn't do the whole egg pun thing.) I tried the Chesapeake Benedict, and it was and even 5/10. The service was good, but didn't seem to get that 5 people might have trouble sitting around a 4 person table... especially once the plates of food arrived.
(3)Chris D.
Marvin is a great bartender. Always gives me great service
(4)Beverly H.
I tried this place several times, because co-workers want to come here for some reason. To me, the food seems overpriced for what you get. Once I ordered banana pancakes because they were the cheapest thing available - at $8. For pancakes! Worse, they just dumped cold banana slices on top. Even I can make these things right, and I'm the lamest cook ever to walk the earth. Also, the acoustics in the bar area are terrible when it gets crowded. I finally stopped going to happy hour, even though it makes me look unsociable. Not much point, since I can't hear a word anyone is saying.
(2)Minjae O.
Looking for breakfast of champions? You've come to the right place. Eggspectation is a spacious eatery in Silver Spring that serves breakfast food at all hours, including chocolate chip pancakes (mmmmm). I would equate the Eggspectation experience to that of Cheesecake Factory in terms of atmosphere (maybe a little less crazy) and menu (gynormous) selection. Everything tends to be a bit pricey - my cheese crepe was at least $10.95 with nothing on the side - but that's about par for the course for this place. My friend had a burger, which looked pretty good, too. But the big winner was the aforementioned chocolate chip pancake, drizzled in all kinds of syrup and powdered sugar. Yeah, it's probably best you order it and split it with a few people. The service was kind of slow during a busy weekday lunch time, so I wouldn't go here if you were in a rush. All in all, a quirky spot with a distinct personality.
(4)Daisy L.
Delicious, but service is a little lacking. Their red velvet cake is also lacking. However, the breakfast food items are excellent. French toast is yummy.
(4)Chris V.
Like Kim D, I'm surprised at the reviews. My wife and I love this place. Food is good, service is great, and the bar is big. Yes, the bar. In an egg place. Big since I never expected it here. Free Wifi! Sundays are the best, bring your laptop, eat breakfast all morning while reading or doing whatever you do on the inter-tubes.
(4)Chuck K.
They have absolutely terrific salads, but don't neglect the namesake egg dishes. Service is good and prices moderate. A great place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Not bad for dinner either. Don't want a salad or egg dish? Then select from their sandwiches and traditional dishes. The portions, especially salads, are huge. Don't expect to eat it all. Terrific happy hour specials on appetizers too. I think their flair is supposed to be French Canadian.
(4)Jeff C.
Overpriced and underwhelming. Small portions, bland egg dishes for way too much. 30 bucks for 2 egg dishes and coffee, are you kidding me? I had the blandest Huevos Rancheros. There are much better options right on the same block. McGinty's breakfast is far superior and cheaper.
(2)irene p.
yummy! this place was good! their menu lists range from everything breakfast to dinner to dessert. all are great! the prices are decent, but their taste is the kicker. we had great customer service, and we were seated right next to the freshly prepared meals so we had amazing scents tantalizing us. the portions are great however one star is taken off because if you are starving (like we were) the wait is a bit long. so be prepared!
(4)Becky F.
Love this place for breakfast. The Lox Benedict is delicous, I highly recommend it. I brought my parents here for breakfast when they visited and it was a hit with everyone in my family. All the food was wonderful, I'll have to try it later in the day after breakfast or perhaps check out the bar sometime. But, with a name like EGGspectations, its sort of hard for me to get out of breakfast mode when it comes to this eatery.
(4)Indiangal Y.
Went there last night and had their red velvet cake. Woke up this morning to massive food poisioning. It's been nearly 24 hours and still feel really sick. I have there many other times to eat there and the food is good. Don't know if I will return or not.
(2)Matt E.
Overpriced. Don't do eggs well. I've eaten here three times and gotten a different eggs benedict each time because it's my favorite. They did a poor job all three times. I gave them three chances because with a name like that, you'd think they would know how to poach eggs. Instead, they overcooked them. Rubbery, not runny at all, and pricey. Every. Single. Time. No thanks, there are way better places to spend my money than a place that sucks at its supposed specialty.
(1)Sabrina F.
I love this place! & not only because I am a huge fan of eggs. My boyfriend and I have been here twice in the past month and can not get enough of this place. The atmosphere is pretty cool, modern, cafe type. The prices are okay, not cheap but not expensive. The first time I was there I got the eggs benedict with lump crab, it was great! I was hesitant at first because I don't want all this filler in my crab, but there was not any. It was just pure lump crab on top of my eggs benedict. It was rich and just the way eggs benedict should be. The second time I went (which was this past weekend) it was much more crowded than the first time, but we were still seated promptly and served immediately. The mimosa I ordered was very good. Since they squeeze their own juice it added a little something special to the mimosa. For my main course I ordered a bacon blue burger with a fried egg on top. It was delicious!!! Perfect amount of blue cheese and the burger was cooked just as I asked (medium rare). I was in heaven eating that hamburger. I definitely would recommend this place to anyone. They have a large menu with many different items, even things that do not involve eggs. Great food and service.
(4)Megan S.
Add me to the list of "surprised by the reviews." I love this place. It's great if you are a breakfast food person, but they've got great "non-breakfast" options as well. I've taken a number of groups to this restaurant, and everyone's come out pleasantly surprised. The bar is great, and does a nice happy hour, even on Saturdays, which surprised me. I can't even begin to describe which item is my favorite. I tend more towards the breakfast foods - the sandwich I had was just ok, nowhere near as fantastic as the crepes or the previously mentioned griddled muffin. Wonderfully friendly staff, too. I showed up with a group of 10 people, and the waitress was more than happy to bring us separate checks and kept our drinks filled throughout the meal. Definitely a great place to try if you're shopping in Downtown Silver Spring or just looking for a new place for breakfast food. I'm quickly becoming a regular.
(4)David R.
Warm welcome from the host staff. Prices were decent but a little too much for breakfast food. Waiter got the table quickly to take drink orders. Drank the first one quickly and waiter brought another immediately. Waited for a while until the waiter was extremely honest and told us he forgot to place the order. Appreciate the honesty, but seriously? He offered us dessert on the house. OK, forgiven for now. As we waited some more, I looked around the restaurant and saw a mouse running across the dining room and under a table. Yuk! We got up to tell the manager about the mouse. I told her to be careful because the restaurant could be shut down pending inspection. She apologized and assured us the restaurant does regular fumigation. She did not seem appauled and did not express the remorse that is appropriate for the situation. I did not make a big deal to not call to much attention and affect overall business. We immediately walked out with no complimentary offers or any consessions from management. I am hoping this was an isolated incident because the thought of rodents in the kitchen freaks me out. I took the time to go to a restaurant whose big sell is eggs during a national egg-based salmonella scare, and I have to endure pests? No deal.
(1)G C.
Been there a few times and have never been dissatisfied. Food is good, service is great and the atmosphere is decent.
(5)Stephany T.
I've been here a few times - only because I'm close to Silver Spring and all the Rockville kids wanna try it out. For weekend brunch, the wait is always 15-20mins minimum. Service is kinda questionable... although the waiters smile and try to be friendly, I always feel a bit neglected. I realize it's busy, but the waiters seem a bit impatient and not totally alert. The food is okayyyy. I've had better, I've had worse. So 3 stars quality all around in terms of food. Main issue is that it's way, way, wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy overpriced for mediocre food and service. It's awesome that they have such a wide selection of egg breakfasts (I loveeeeeeee eggs, especially eggs benedict), but that's their only selling point. Come here once to say you've done it. After that, just save your money.
(3)Shannon M.
I came here after wondering around the Silver Spring shopping center with my best guy friend. The grand entrance attracted us. But overall, the food was nothing special to me. Just ok. I do remember them having a very extensive menu. I think this would be a great place for families though.
(3)Alicia K.
I've come off my five-star high horse with Eggs, but they're still one of my favies (possibly partly due to nostalgia). All my favorite servers have moved on to greener pastures, but it's still a solid establishment in the DTSS. The servers are still friendly, and the food is still good, but it's lacking that extra something that the other servers that went above and beyond created (e.g., Kevin, Phil, Sammy, David).
(4)Laura K.
I went here 3 times for breakfast this weekend (since I was working right there!) Everything I had at eggspectation was great. Their orange juice is fresh and delicious. The coffee is good, and each time I had a different omelette. All were tasty and filling. The problem I have here is the service. It is painfully slow! The last time I went, I was with my friend. We both ordered eggs that came with toast. Our eggs came out and our waitress said the toast would be right out. 15 minutes later - no toast. Now I'm not one to complain, however my friend did. He was waiting for his toast to eat his eggs with it together. He told the bus boy (Because our waitress was MIA) how we never got toast and he wanted his toast with his eggs and now his eggs were now cold. He brought out toast for my friend- but not me. The manager came out at the end of our meal and offered free dessert- with breakfast?? Lol we both declined and my friend told the manager that I never even got my toast. Like I said, I'm not really one to complain, but my friend did have a point. We are paying for a service. He did offer dessert but since we declined, he could have knocked off a couple bucks off of the bill or something else for my friend having to eat his breakfast cold and me never receiving my full meal. So, the food is good. I would go back, but they need to be better organized with faster service. If you order a meal, every part of that meal should come out at the same time.
(3)Jack K.
Eggspectation is the greatest place. Period. (That's essentially three periods in a row... serious!) The service and staff are friendly, polite, proactive, efficient, and pleasant. If there is something that can be done to enhance my dining experience, I know that Eggspectation staff can deliver. For example, I ordered a steak and asked for Bearnaise sauce. The chef came out and told me that they did not have any, but he would make some especially for me. In another ongoing example, I've never been charged for exchanging a side for something else. There was a time I ordered a soup that had run out and they brought me a different on on the house to see if I liked it. It was a delightful butternut squash soup that is now my favorite. I always feel at home at Eggspectation. It's like going to hang out with my friends... who happen to make really awesome food and bring it to me. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual and doesn't bring with it the oppressive and claustrophobic environment that comes with some "breakfast-focused" restaurants (IHOP). You can come straight from the gym and not offend--but you can also dress up and not feel out of place. If you are upset because you have to wait, just keep in mind that everyone wants to eat brunch at noon on Sunday. There's a line because the place is awesome. If you show up at noon on Sunday with a group of 6, you're going to have to wait. You should come a little earlier if you want to get seated faster. The menu is diverse and delightful. My personal go-to is the Egg What. Scrambled. Rye toast. It's a simple breakfast dish that has corned beef hash as the star. It's brilliantly presented and at around $11 is a good value for what you would get at any brunch place. Recently, I've been favoring the Crab Cakes Benedict. I mean seriously, how can you go wrong with two crab cakes under an exquisitely delivered poached egg?! Eggspectation has the best Benedicts and their crab cakes are all meat and no filler. Another suggestion is the Mango Burger. I like mango. The dessert display is full of amazing selections and you can't go wrong with any choice. At $6 a slice, you should not only share for economics sake, but also because they are gigantic and eating the whole thing yourself would be a mistake. Eggspectation is great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It works on a first date, after-work happy hour, or an anniversary dinner. Eggspectation is a first rate restaurant at a reasonable price. Go. Now!
(5)Rachel D.
Love this place. A little pricey, but the food is yummy and the atmosphere is awesome. Always busy, too. I love coming here when I'm in the mood for breakfast anytime of the day ;)
(4)Cat S.
I came here for breakfast one weekend and I wasn't satisfied. Their french toast was very soagy and simply soaked in syrup. Their menu items are a bit overpriced as well I think. My boyfriend, on the other hand, ordered to his hearts content, and was very happy with how his meal tasted (consisted of pancakes, fries, a burger). The setting of the restaurant may have been he only thing I thoroughly enjoyed (I'm very visually observant) as well as the decorations. Our waitress was bomb.com ! She was very personable and extremely kind, which gave me a good impression of Eggspectations after my bad experience with my french toast. She frequented us to see if we were satisfied or if we needed anything. She was very observant, and in hopes to make our experience even better, she presented us with a free shake on our next visit (I think bc we were first time diners).
(2)Nacole H.
So far so good. First time here, staff was wonderful! French toast was perfect! Variety of coffees, teas and fresh fruit drinks. Menu offers everything from fruit to lobster night on Tuesdays! Many veggie dishes to choose from as well. Certainly plan to return.
(4)Andrea C.
I guess if you need a big table for an early brunch you don't have many options; but if it's not so early that McGintys or Austin Grill is open in the same complex, go there! Outside tables weren't ready on a Spring Day. Since the menu board said happy hour was on, we decided to wait there until they opened up the tables, but the server didn't know happy hour was on. Menu specials on the board weren't available, and no one seemed to know it for 30 minutes while we waited for the order to be brought. The missing ingredient (rice for jambalaya) was easily available in the grocery store in the same shopping area - just BUY it-Sheesh! The jambalaya was still on the menu board when we left. The food we did get, French Dip and crab cake, was okay, but they didn't bring napkins or forks for the salads with the food. The fries were cold. That always bugs me that the kitchen would send out food they wouldn't serve to a table with their friends; why would they send it to a table with customers? I never did get the WiFi to work, and I had to walk toward Nando Peri-peri to download my Groupon. Not even another Groupon will bring me back; too many better choices on this block and beyond.
(2)Annie D.
Here's one of those times that I would like to be able to offer no stars. You can plan on eggspecting mediocrity. To start, our waitress came out and asked, "has anyone helped you yet?" Us, "No not yet" Her, "Oh, ok, well the other lady must have forgotten you were out here, so I can be your waitress." I ordered an iced coffee but was told they could only make me an iced cappuccino [which was just a tall glass of milk over ice with a splash of espresso(?)] Now, to the menu... The prices at this place are completely out of control! Your basic breakfast sandwich is almost $11! I ordered a bagel w/ cream cheese ($3ish) and I got a lenders bagel with Philly cream cheese. We also ordered a Roquefort omelet which, I'm not surprised cost about $12 since it was basically a plate of blue cheese with some egg around it. It had no flavor balance just mouthfuls of blue cheese. The service was awful, the food was terrible and the coffee sucked. You'd think, for the prices you'd be served delicate well prepared food with fresh fruit and tasty jams but what you get is crappy line cooked food with packets of Smuckers jelly and Sysco supplied breads and baked goods.
(1)Jess Y.
Ive always been a huge fan of eggspectation. The only one that I had been to was the Columbia, MD location. I always get the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, & occasionally my bf and I share the fruit stack(pancakes with fruits and english cream). I had the worst experience ever!(silver spring) Anyone that orders eggs Benedict on the regular is aware of how the egg is cooked. My egg was cooked completely... The dish was also cold. Shouldn't my meal be warm if the egg has been completely nuked? Why? I don't know. The cook must have been sleeping. By far the worst eggs benedict I've ever had. If you can't poach an egg, you shouldn't be working in a breakfast joint. Period. I will never return here again.
(1)Saquan V.
Food was decent wait staff wasnt pleased about they took for ever with our food and when it got there it was cold then the waiter took about 40 min to return to the table
(2)Jen C.
Eggspectation has a Cheesecake Factory feel to it, with not as cozy seating. However, you can easily get a booth to your party which is nice. The service was friendly. Food was a hit on some dishes, and others not so much. There needs to be more consistency for this establishment to survive. -Soup: chicken florentine. THIS SHOULD BE BANNED FROM THE MENU. It was worse than Campbell's canned coup, and was like drinking salt water. The chicken was also very tough and dry. My date and I were both squirming and going WTH. I was very tempted to send this back and request a different soup, which I have never done. -EGGstreme pasta was a great choice. Its description won me over, with an avocado cream sauce and asparagus. Too many sun dried tomatoes, but chicken was a lot better than the soup...but still not very tender. Overall flavor was great and it was a good dish. -Bayou Benedict's eggs were cooked well but everything else was "eh." Chicken wasn't very flavorful, and polenta was just useless on the dish. No taste whatsoever. Coffee selections were delicious, however. These salvaged our eggspectations ;). Highly recommended are the Caffe Affogato (espresso & high quality ice cream) and Caffe Moka Nero (espresso mixed with hot chocolate). Yum! Overall, the prices were a little high for mediocre dishes. It is not worth the value.
(3)Michelle S.
i treated a couple visiting friends to breakfast, and i'm pleased to say we all enjoyed eggspectation. we each had one of their special coffees, which were SUPER delicious. the servings are a bit generous (good cause nothing is cheap) and everything was just the way we wanted. service was decent, but you could tell it was very busy (we waited 35 min for a table). and, while our server was nice, she kept forgetting items we'd ordered i also LOVE the decor. the bookcases and fireplace made the room feel cozy and inviting. i really wish we'd gotten a booth because i wanted to grab one of the books. it would be nice, though, if the tables were a little better spaced. luckily, i didn't have someone bumping my chair constantly, but getting around tables was like working a maze game. i'm hoping to go back soon when it's warmer; i love outside seating
(4)Nikki S.
Decent food. Great service. It's a reliable place for a "traditional" brunch during the weekend. It's also super family friendly, so don't be surprised if you hear the squeal of little ones over breakfast.
(3)Shakeem B.
Every time I visit this place, I'm always left happy, full, and satisfied. Calamari appetizer is superb. I usually have the crabcake as my entree. ALL jumbo lump crab meat, no filler! Service is warm and friendly. On colder days, get the table next to the cozy, lit fireplace.
(4)Chris C.
Breakfast all day place with a wide range of selections right in the center of Silver Springs. The place was large with a nice layout and style. The prices were a bit high and the service was average bordering on the slow side. I ordered a meal that came with pancakes, eggs, potatoes and bacon. The pancakes & eggs were good but nothing special. The potatoes were cut almost like an extra thick potato chip. I didn't care for them in this style. The bacon was way overcooked yet somehow not burnt. They did have fresh orange juice which was very good.
(3)Victoria S.
Eggscellent! Speggtactular...I can't believe I never reviewed Eggspectation. It's only one of the best places to eat everything breakfast...all the specialty eggs under the sun. Obviously. Service is great...never had a problem! They even split the plates to share if you ask. They offer separate checks. Really great experience all around. As a vegetarian (note: this place is not for a vegan - DUH!), I order the Florentine Benedict or the Oy Vegg! It's pure heaven. I love the decor of eggs-related imagery. You can have eggs anyway you like or just get regular stuff like salads and sandwiches but I don't know why you would. Plus, they have great cakes! Red Velvet and Chocolate Layer cakes - so rich! Decadent. Been to the one in Centreville, Columbia and Silver Spring. All consistent. It is a bit spendy for breakfast food. No, it not IHOP or Silver Diner it's a step above. Everyone I know loves it.
(5)Michael M.
I was about to say it wasn't that bad... just bland. But then i remembered I had juevos rancheros...which, in reality, should only be bland due to a real lack of effort... so ... read into that what you will. I just stopped in to grab some breakfast while i was bored one day, and enjoyed it, lots of TV's to watch football, seemed like people were enjoying their brunches.. I'm just never impressed by their prices...
(3)Semra E.
I've come to this place to get my Sunday brunch on with everyone and their mama for a long time now. They always do me right and the selection is endless (which I love since I like to mix things up every now & again). The best part about this place....it's never too early to drink a smoothie with RUM....that's right people don't judge. I like to get my chillaxin' day started off with a Mango-mix & some Belgium Waffles....nothing speaks to my heart like their plates do there. If you haven't been there before, they have awesome happy hour specials (try the crab dip, it's like crack). Also, make sure that you get there before the church crowd gets there on Sunday's....there's usually about a 20-30 minute wait regardless. But it's worth the wait.
(4)Tia S.
I absolutely enjoyed my first experience at "Eggspectation". I was catching a flight from Dulles International Airport and being that we got their early, we decided to go eat. We so happen to pass this place on the way to the airport and I was curious to see how it was. My friend said she tried a place similar in MD and enjoyed it. After I checked my bags, I was determined to try this place. Man, this place turned out to be a wonderful experience. I ordered a grilled chicken breast, egg whites, and the breakfast potatoes with a side of cheese grits. I absolutely love grits and I must say this place has the BEST cheesy grits ever! They were so creamy, almost unbelievable and I didn't have to add nothing to them. My goodness I enjoyed this place. My friend ordered something (I can't remember) and she had turkey bacon with hers and the bacon was good as well. Breakfast is one of my favorite meals of the day and this place has really made me smile. I look forward to the grits. :) The very next time I'm in the area, I will definitely pay "Eggspectation" a visit. Thanks for reading.
(4)James R.
This place remains a mystery to me. I love Eggs Benedict, particularly during the fall and winter so I've tried stopping by here for brunch several times on the weekends. The problem is that their egg dishes are terrible---and this at a place that claims to specialize in egg dishes! The eggs benedict is mediocre at best, as are the omelettes, and the steak and eggs. And all of these are served with sides of some type of baked "home fries"---so they look like home fries but they're not---and a couple of slices of limp fruit. The one thing I have enjoyed there are the sandwiches. Both the turkey club and the ham and swiss are good so if you're stuck here and need to order something they are a safe bet. Hope these guys get their act together, we really could use a good breakfast place in downtown Silver Spring!
(2)Yuridia G.
This last Saturday my friend and I were looking for a place to have brunch, we decided to try Eggspectation since we were in the mood for breakfast food. When I got to the place the inside was really packed, but we opted to have a table outside and were seated immediately. They had every kind of egg combination you can imagine, and I ended up selecting the egg quiche. My food was good, nothing out of this world, although my friend's cinnamon bun looked delicious with the fruit toppings. The service was very good, our waiter came out and checked on us to make sure we were good despite how busy it was and she was very nice and friendly. Overall, I would definitely consider returning here for a Sunday brunch.
(4)Kristin M.
One of the many chain restaurants around the fountains of downtown Silver Spring. Its major pluses are that it has outdoor seating, it's on a deal website, and it's not Austin Grill ( yelp.com/biz/austin-gril… ). The food is fine, sometimes better than fine, but nothing special or exciting by any means. Very much has a chain feel. Great happy hour deals, however, and the longest menu I've ever seen in my life, so, something for everyone (except foodies, who will be bored to tears).
(2)AngryYoungMan X.
Good location. Sub-average service. Terrible food. Do not be fooled by the hustle-bustle at this place. Given its prime location, this place can get packed up during brunch hours on weekends. A great deception to unknowing first timers. I have been here a couple of times and my experience was equally bad so there goes their second chance. This location of Eggspectation is in downtown Silver Spring so the location is a decent. Also, this is probably the only positive to this place. It gets pretty loud inside given the large amount of people and there is a small outside seating as well. Servers are not very well-trained in noting orders and the place is generally understaffed. Don't expect to be swept of your feet. Food is edible but expect nothing more. I have tried a variety of things from their menu - omelette, crepes, sandwiches, pancakes, cappuccino (having a large party helps). Food was greasy, salt and cold. Every single one of them failed to impress me by a long shot. I don't recommend this place... at all. There is better out there. But if you insist on it, they do have a pretty big menu so there will be something for everyone if you have a large gathering.
(2)Sarah S.
The food was very tasty, especially the desserts. Service was fantastic. The environment was comfortable and welcoming. The prices are a bit high, so I'll probably wait to go back until I have another gift certificate, but this place is worth a visit.
(4)Christina C.
Went here for dinner tonight. My friend and I both had the Tex Mex crepe (sorry, no pic!), and it was delicious. The menu is HUGE - so many options, and you can get breakfast for dinner anytime!. Our server was really friendly and attentive. I like this place better than a diner.
(4)Griselle G.
Excellent service, had the French toast with strawberries and bananas. They were to die for! The Cuban sandwich also is excellent! Went to this place simply because I was in the neighborhood, will definitely return.
(5)Kevin G.
Place used to be good, but last couple of times I noticed the price getting higher and the portions getting smaller. Service sucks now. Feel like they are trying to cut corners. Won't be going back - too bad we used to love this place.
(1)Scott M.
I didn't have many eggspectations for Eggspectation, but I was invited to brunch in Da Sprang so I was looking foward to it anyway. My experience at Eggspectation was eggselent from a culinary standpoint but rather uneggciting as far as service was concerned. I was immediately impressed by the really cozy interior ... like a haunted library that serves breakfast food. Very suburban chic, if you will. The menu is enormous, almost to the point of being eggsessive, but I went with the Eggstravaganza of all choices, because why not? The eggs were, as I had hoped, quite good. Not too salty or dry or watery. The potatoes were delicious -- nay, deleggtable -- perfectly seasoned and cooked. The french toast was completely eggreable, so long as you douse it with syrup. The turkey bacon, in my opinion, was a little undercooked, so if you like your turkey bacon stiff and crunchy like I do, ask them to keep it on the griddle for a little while longer. The reason to take off one star from my review, despite my admiration of the food, lies in my dissatisfaction with the service. I would deduct more stars, but I've only been here once, so I figure my eggsperience may have been a fluke. Notably, our food took kind of a long time to arrive (though it was still hot...), and for some reason it was an eggceptionally long wait for our check. You should probably block off 2 hours for brunch here or else, ask for your bill when your waiter comes by to check on you. And always ask for a water refill since I don't recall anyone coming by unsolicited. Even despite the mediocre service, the food and atmosphere was really great, and I'd definitely come here eggain.
(4)Debbie C.
Overpriced and not worth it. The server was slow and it was not a busy night... AND she overcharged us. I had to send the bill back for corrections. Here's what really pissed me off: 1) We asked if she could bring some pineapples and she didn't let us know that it would be charged as a "side" to the tune of $4. Also, the pineapple "side" was the tiniest bowl I've ever seen--containing less than half a cup of the fruit. 2) I wasn't that hungry and ordered 2 sides of bread and was charged $8. EIGHT DOLLARS for 4 slices of toast. EIGHT DOLLARS!! 3) the hamburger my friend ordered was small and plain. Long story short: nothing to write home about here and WAY OVERPRICED.
(1)Kathryn Z.
Alright. Lets get this started by saying that #1 I'm not a picky diner #2 I consider myself a reasonable human being #3 I love myself a good drink... don't worry, this applies. Food-wise it is pretty tasty. Some creative benedict choices and pretty moderate in quality... nothing too amazing, but super handy to have an all-day breakfast restaurant nearby. I went about 2 weeks ago for brunch with my boyfriend and decided, as a natural course of brunch events, that I would love to have a mimosa. Dreams were crushed when apparently some 'chain' restaurants in Maryland do not take perfectly valid IDs from other states that are vertical and have the "under 21 until blah blah" still on them (even though mine says until 2010...which as we know has already happened) I just moved here a few months ago, and seriously, who goes to the DMV unless threatened with license expiration?? Yes folks, that's right. My ID was valid, un-expired, and totally legal and yet I wasn't served. I know it's just one little mimosa... but lets just top off this insult by adding that I was served alcohol two weeks prior at the SAME RESTAURANT. The manager claimed that it was a Maryland law now, yet friends of mine who work in Maryland restaurants have never heard of it... oh don't you worry, I did my research. My friend wasn't served at a Maryland Applebees once, so I've heard of this terrible curse before. I realize that restaurants "have the right" to do this kind of nonsense, but it isn't even a good business decision! I get that rules are rules determined by the powers that be, but the fact that I was served at this restaurant before and then suddenly it was illegal to serve me again is purely asinine and infuriating. The food is fine and the drinks I had when I was allowed to drink there (so messed up) were adequate. It really is fine for brunch, but I am just too annoyed and stubborn to go back.
(2)DeAnne B.
Been about 5 times and the service hasn't been the best, but the atmosphere is pretty cool. Whenever I go, I get the Chesapeake Benedict which is really tasty. I don't necessarily care for the actual english muffin that the eggs are served on and I usually substitute the potatoes as a side for the cheesy grits. Their cheesy grits are really nice, creamy and not too cheesy. Yum. Good brunch spot, especially if you want brunch any time of the day. They're currently having a Four Square promotion for $10 off if you use your AmEx. Not sure when it runs out, but I got $10 off yesterday.
(3)Julie R.
I had an eggs benedict with guacamole on it (don't remember the name). Way better than a diner, turning point and most breakfast places. The food was good, but not amazing. This place wants to be slightly more upscale than it actually is, but the prices are still good. In a great location surrounded by shops in downtown Silver Spring.
(3)Zachary P.
I've been to Eggspectation at least two dozen times since discovering it in early 2010. I used to go almost weekly when I stopped by on Saturday for the local farmer's market and Borders, but since the bookstore closed I haven't been up here much lately. Despite my months-long absence from the place, when I went last Saturday (the very windy Saturday), two of the servers recognized me and stopped by to chat. The service here is usually great, even if on weekends you can wait a long time for a table (hey, it's popular). I've enjoyed every breakfast dish I've tried here, especially with the side of grilled potatoes. The crepes with roasted red pepper sauce are delicious, and the french dip sandwich is one of my favorites, served with a huge side of au jus. I'll keep eating here whenever I'm shopping or watching a movie in the Silver Spring area.
(5)Amy C.
Well! We'd been here once before and liked it, so came back tonight as a family of 4, for dinner. We got there at 6:15 and were hoping to get to a 7:15 movie. We mentioned this to our waitress and she got us some delicious food quickly - made it to the movie, no problem. The problem came when my husband got the final credit card receipt - there was an 18% "gratuity" added - for a family of 4! We would've tipped our usual 20% anyway - but having it added automatically to the bill pretty much ensures we won't be going back! I don't know if that's restaurant policy, or if the waitress figured (correctly) that she'd get away with it because we were in a hurry, but no matter. We still won't be going back.
(2)Linda W.
Good breakfast with unremarkable service.
(3)Seythe M.
A decent breakfast spot. I had the classic eggs benedict and fried green tomatoes. The eggs were cooked well but the hollaindaise sauce wasnt flavorful. The tempertature of the food was below warm, i imagine it may have been sitting about 5 min before it reached my table. The green tomatoes were cut thick and were browned to a nice golden color. The thickness of the tomato and it being not fully cooked in the center, made it a bit difficult to slice through. Overall, the atmosphere and the servers are nice. The food could have a little more attention though.
(3)Jennifer V.
We've been to this location a few times- and we always go back for the food! Favorites are the classic eggs Benedict with to die for lyonnaise potatoes and the French Toast page. The service today was awful- the server took the adjacent table's food order and our drink order one after the other. Their food came before our drinks- coffee and ice water!! Then he finally took our food order. When we commented on the amount of time the drinks took he didn't even say sorry. We will likely return for the food, so hopefully the experience will improve.
(2)Erich Y.
The service here can be pretty hit-and-miss, and the food doesn't seem to be as consistently good as it has been in the past. I recommend going for dinner or a late lunch....otherwise, the place is likely to be really crowded.
(3)MaJ C.
Walked in to a meeting with one of my Wife's science colleagues Sunday morning, Got greeted very well, and guided to our table. Server at first, was on his game, Taking our drink orders, and leaving us, overlooking the menus. The menus, by the way, are huge tomes dedicated to the ova we love. 5-6 pages, a bit confusing, and certainly too many combination's to just innocently dive right in and pick any one. Ok, order of grits, and eggs Crawly. ( What I call the Chesapeake crab over Poached egg dish they have ) Delicious. A touch dry, and the crab a small portion, though very nice. The service, always a bit weird when your waiter hands you a plate of food to pass along. If you cant reach a table position, walk Around the table, until you can place the food in front of someone. Pet peeve. All and all, I would go back. Service just a touch Slow, Food, decent, Though not as good as a classic Greasy Spoon'.
(3)Katelyn K.
The first time I had Eggspectations when I was studying in Ottawa, ON, Canada. When I moved back to DC to finish my degree I was thrilled to learn there was one just around the corner from me in Silver Spring. I have never had a bad experience at Eggspectation in Silver Spring. During the last two visits, however, our food was incredibly late getting to us because of mix ups in the kitchen. This was mildly disappointing because the restaurant was fairly empty as it was early for dinner on weeknight. The staff was incredibly apologetic. I definitely prefer Eggspectation to either Denny's or IHOP, both of which remind me a little too much of the greasy spoons diners I love in NJ, but that try too hard to be them. The restaurant is incredibly clean.
(4)Suzanne R.
It's a good solid meal. Great no. Awful no-way! I got dinner crepes and they were good. My spouse got a Chesapeake Omelet. The omelet was good, but no where near as good as it sounded. The omelet eggs seemed slightly overcooked to me and you are only given 1 piece of toast with it. (Really? It's toast!) The portions were good/average and the restaurant is big with a roomy decor. Everything seemed fresh. We did get Tres Leche cake for dessert and was very good and the definite highlight of the meal. I think going to see what the restaurant is & all about is good. But it doesn't seem like a place you'd(I'd) intentionally repeat.
(3)Robert C.
I don't think this restaurant is all that. I think it's a bit overpriced and the portion's rather small. I didn't have a good 1st experience there. The food's just ok, nothing stood out or anything. The interior of the place's decent, the service's good. On top of that, we had to wait for like 30 minutes. It's not special in any way and I don't think I'll be back for a long time.
(2)Minda M.
When I heard about this place I was quite "eggcited". I ventured there for a Sunday brunch, I walked in to a typical chain restaurant with people crammed by the front door waiting for a table. The menu has a lot of stuff on it, but waaaaay over priced for the size of the portions. I got some egg dish with beans, and my side of beans was a tiny little shot glass with beans. For $12 eggs I would hope to get more than 4 beans. The eggs were well poached, so that was one positive thing.
(2)Bill B.
Great place for dinner, and almost certainly for lunch as well. The menu ranges from burgers, to pasta, to crepes and includes a good dessert case. (Egg-based options, including breakfast are prevalent.) The bacon cheeseburger my friend ordered was excellent, with real cheddar and tasty, crisp bacon. The accompanying fries were crisp and peppery. My chicken cordon bleu was likewise delicious--tender, juicy chicken with a nice crust. The ham and bleu cheese filling could have been more abundant, but was adequate. It came with a side of fettuccine marinara, which was nice if unexceptional. My only real food complaint was that the desserts were pretty much limited to varieties of cakes--I would have liked to see some pie or berry tart or a creme brulee for variety. The kitchen is open and active, so it can be fun watching your (or someone else's) food being prepared. Bathrooms are clean and nice. Indoor decor is dark woods and subdued lighting, so this could make a nice date option. Still, the atmosphere is fairly casual, so if you wanted to wander in wearing jeans, you wouldn't feel out of place. Perhaps the best part is the patio seating. It's facing the central plaza of the mall with a direct view of the fountain and it's colorful tile mosaic. Our dinner included a show, as the hot day and spraying fountain meant a host of small kids were running through and playing in it. My companion kept looking over wistfully and commenting about wanting to join them. (Being impish, I kept encouraging her, but she opted to stay dry.) Service was good--friendly and quick. All in all, I was quite happy with it and would absolutely recommend it for lunch or dinner, both if you're already nearby shopping or as a destination of it's own. TRIVIA: Just around the corner in the mall complex are a movie theater and billiards cafe, so you could easily construct a full date around this location. Doubly convenient, since it's only 3 blocks from Silver Spring Metro station--no car required. Take note, teenagers!
(4)Shane B.
I went here on a Friday around 10:00 am and it was very quiet -- astoundingly so, really, considering the breadth of their menu. They had a good 10 different kinds of benedict, waffles, French toast, pancakes, a large variety of omelettes and scrambles... all very nice. Their lunch menu was also very large and varied. Oh, and they have SMOOTHIES! How cool is that? Like literally a smoothie menu, starting at $6.99 with the option of adding alcohol. The food was good, although it wasn't wildly incredible. They only gave us one pretty small piece of toast, which I thought was a bit lame. Now for the bad part: an omelet and an apple juice ran me $20 before tip. Yes, $20. The food was not THAT good, people. I mean, yeah, it was nice... but a $5 apple juice and a $15 omelet? Hmmm. The receipt said we were charged for a "large" apple juice, but the waitress didn't ask us if we wanted a large or a small, and the large apple juice was really not that big. I'd hate to see the small. In short, the service was good. The food was pretty good. The menu was gigantic. The decor was cute. The prices were terrible, and the serving sizes weren't as gigantic as that darned big 'ol menu.
(3)Kerry F.
The food was pretty tasty. I was surprised at a gazpacho with a cream base and a lot of kick, but I enjoyed it. I added crab to it, and it was very clear that the crab they chose was very fresh. Big plus. The chocolate crepe for dessert was filling and tasty. We were seated on the patio, so we didn't get very frequent water service or plate removal (This happens frequently when eating outside and is my pet peeve at any restaurant). Our check was slow in coming, though we asked for it when the crepe came out. All in all, it was a good meal for the price, though the price of savory crepes is steep.
(3)Brandon C.
Eggspectation, you're just okay. I've been here three times now and had decent experiences on all occasions. I never had an amazing experience, but I never had a bad one either. Its a good place to take someone for a not too expensive, but still nice brunch. Other than that its not worth the price. I mean I get it, its an upscale-ish breakfast place, but still I have a hard time believing that any egg is worth over $10. Luckily this most recent time I had a groupon, so that cut the bill in half. But for two people, pancakes and eggs benedict and coffee came out to over $30. Yes it tastes good, yes there was good service, but I feel as though I could have a much better experience for half the cost at a diner. That's just my opinion, however. I did love the fresh orange juice however; its probably the best thing I've had there.
(3)Priscilla R.
Good for a family dinner. We went got two adult egg meals for dinner - Bayou Benedict and Egg-Chilada. Both were good. I checked and the Bayou sauce is made without flour and was ordered with no toast. I had mentioned I was Gluten Free and so our server asked the cook about the polenta. She found out it included flour so she removed it from the dish. Many thanks to her! Two kids meals - scrambled eggs and chicken fingers were quickly eaten. It got busy as we were leaving so it was a little longer than we would have liked to get the check but our waitress Gaby was very, very good throughout the evening so no complaints there.
(4)Lara W.
Eggspectation is GREAT for breakfast or brunch. Not unreasonably priced for the amount and quality of food but not cheap. Good pancakes, GREAT eggs benedict, good wraps and sandwiches. BUT, their dinner sucks. We have been a few times and it's just always disappointing. Not necessarily bad but so eh.
(3)Trisha H.
Came here for an impromptu dinner. I have a sister that just had a little one (he's 6 months) and we were planning to go somewhere else, but that somewhere else was unwelcome about the whole baby thing and had an issue about a late dinner member, so we decided to try Eggspectation instead. I think the food was good. Burgers were definitely the choice of the night, and they are very willing to add anything to a burger that isn't specifically on the menu. The wait staff was super helpful, patient and friendly. Definitely a family friendly atmosphere. The price is reasonable as well, and it's great to be able to have breakfast for dinner!
(3)Abdul A.
Don't expect much. I went in just form looking at the menu posted on the window. The food was pretty good but the quantity was small. It filled me up for about an hour. Now I'm not a big guy, but I expect to get full. The waitress was extremely friendly. It's decent food for a decent price. What more can you ask for in downtown silver spring?
(3)Lisa M.
I've been here several times over the years and were it a little more affordable i'd be more of a regular. First the look of the place. For some reason I always get a harry potter vibe. The interior is brick, decorated with purposely cluttered bookshelfs filled with fake books and the occassional painting. it's very colorful and homey, but I keep thinking i'm going to find a secret passageway if i pull the right book out of those bookshelves. I tend to get the yolk-around-the-clock with eggwhites and bacon. This is an open faced egg-bacon-cheese sandwich on a toasted bagel. It is pretty damn delicious and comes with crispy potatoes on the side. in my experience the eggs are always cooked perfectly. This is the only place ever that i've ordered an appetizer/dessert for breakfast. The vanilla yogurt with a side of warm honey is basically a dessert, we've ordered it as a side, a before, and an after for our breakfast meal. i'm not sure why this yogurt is so delicious, but it definitely better than your dannon brand. I haven't been here for Sunday Brunch because I always assume i'll have to wait far too long. I tend to go for a late lunch on saturday, when the wait is never an issue.
(4)David O.
I was completely satisfied with my breakfast here. The eggs were lovely and the potatoes were delicious. I truly enjoy coming here.
(4)Joe C.
I honestly liked the decor of the place. The food really wasn't that great. Especially for the price. I've had better breakfast at IHOP. The drinks were eggcellent.
(2)Nicky B.
Pretty good spot for breakfast/lunch/brunch. One of the better options in that strip. The service is a little slow, but I've never not enjoyed anything I've eaten (or tasted) there. I like to get their crepes - my favorite being the ham, cheese & asparagus one. Really delicious, and perfect for brunch. It's hard to leave the place hungry, portions are very generous!
(3)Keisha S.
I've been here a few times and over all I've been happy. My only gripe is consistency. I ordered a dish egguberant for breakfast the first time I had it my pancakes were on a separate dish dusted with powdered sugar and butter. The next time I ordered they had everything on the same plate threw my eggs over the pancakes, no powdered sugar, no butter. When I said something they just brought me a empty plate to transfer the pancakes. The service was pretty poor as well that day. I will give it another try after the holidays
(3)mark l.
I went to Eggspectation with high hopes. I love breakfast! Verdict--You could do much better elsewhere. The restaurant does not look like a breakfast restaurant, but looks much more like a typical bar type place, and not a very homey one either. I originally wanted to get the Eggstravaganza, which is a French Toast, eggs, breakfast meat & potatoes plate. Because I don't like cinnamon on my French Toast, I asked my waitress if I could have it without. Also ordered OJ and a cappuccino. Meantime my two 8-year olds ordered the kids scrambled egg plate and chocolate chip pancakes. My son asked if he could have a hot chocolate for a drink instead of milk/juice, to which our waitress said sure. 15 minutes later, when I expected that the food would be coming back, our waitress returns saying that the cinnamon is already in the batter so I can't have French Toast without. So I switched to Eggsuberant, which is basically the same, but with pancakes instead of French Toast. Overall, with some glitches the food was tasty. The pancakes were very good, but there were only two and they were on the small side. My grilled potatoes were excellent and the OJ was wonderful--fresh squeezed and lower in acid than any other freshly squeezed juice that I've had before. Almost tasted whipped. My son's chocolate chip pancakes were also very good with lots of intense chocolate flavor. However, my daughter's egg plate came with the same grilled potatoes as mine only hers had way too much pepper on them--for me, much less for a child. And despite my cinnamon warning, my capuccino arrived with a very generous sprinkling on top. So why two stars? The food was very expensive for what you get. Breakfast for an adult and two children shouldn't run to nearly $40. I didn't order one, but $3 for an English muffin?!?! The service was also not good. Aside from the cinnamon gaffe, our waitress neglected to inform me that my son's hot chocolate substitution came at an additional cost of $4.95, with no credit for the drink he didn't get. Also, although the menu says that they add an 18% gratuity to large parties, I was surprised, most unpleasantly, to find that they had added 18% --more than I would have tipped--to my party of 3 bill. Conclusion--Eggspectation is not worth a visit without a substantial discount coupon.
(2)Eva D.
I used to really like that place. I enjoy the food but the service is just not good.
(3)Kimberly W.
I went here for brunch with my friend and her mother. I loved this place. They have something for everyone. The menu was a little overwhelming, but you can find something that will fit your appetite. We had blueberry muffins with our meal. They were moist, buttery and delicious. I kept it pretty generic by having eggs, bacon, and muffin. It was delicious! I will definitely be returning.
(4)Patrick H.
I have to say I simply adore this restaurant. They are a chain out of Montreal Canada, which in itself garners a little respect. They have a big rambling menu with lots of "eggy" options and numerous choices of "non-eggy" fare to boot. We love the omelets here, as well as the gridled muffin (egg white griddled muffin of your choice topped with fruit and berries, creme anglaise and slivered almonds... OMG), the Nicoise Salad is a true standout and of course they know their way around a crepe or two. By the way, the Dessert crepes are HUGE and definitely more than enough to share with that special fellow crepe lover you brought with you. hardypartyreview.blogspo…
(4)Leah W.
This was our second trip to Eggspectation, which was no better than our first. We first came for a late breakfast on a Sunday morning. The service was slow and our food (a Cuban and a Juicy Lucy Burger) fell apart before we could get them to our mouths. When we returned on a Thursday evening, service was even worse. The food had not improved. I ordered the California Sandwich, my husband had the eggspectation burger and my son had pancake pache. The food was ok- but we had the same issue with the burger and sandwich. The service was a whole issue on its own. It took over an hour from when we got a table to when we got our food. We were very hungry and kept asking the waitress how much longer for our food, who would just smile at us. While we were eating the manager came our and apologized for our wait. That was it- sorry you waited so long- here is your full price check and we expect you to return. I am sorry, they should have made an effort to make it up to us for the wait. An apology was not enough. We will not be returning.
(1)Kerry O.
Love this place. Diverse menu with everything done well. Large tables. Free wifi. Best place for a sit down meal - any meal - in downtown Silver Spring.
(5)Jane D.
The folks sitting across from us who warned us to turn and run as soon as we came in and sat down were the first clue. TWO HOURS at our table with nary a drink or a bite of food!! Finally they did try to bring us some soup - claimed it was what we ordered and lied to us about what it was til I literally dumped it on the table to prove to her it wasn't. Only then did she admit that the kitchen ran out of what we ordered so they "threw something else together." Oh and it had shrimp in it - suppose I was allergic to shellfish?! Losers!! At that point we got up and walked out. Every table around us was either getting a total refund or walking out. Never seen anything like it. Don't eat at this restaurant unless you truly hate yourself.
(1)Bob R.
A bit pricey for breakfast. I ordered a double espresso which was $3.75 or so and had the volume of a double espresso but the flavor of coffee from a local Jiffy Lube. If the espresso machine is not working, it would be good to take it off the menu until the machine is fixed. Also, this is the first breakfast IHave had that came with a single piece of toast that I had to ask for 3 times. I "eggspect" more when I pay 15 bucks for s breakfast.
(2)Brit B.
I was worried, given the reviews. I went with a large group and we enjoyed the experience. It was a little slow and there weren't many people eating, but the food was unique and well cooked. I got the stir fry. I would definitely go back!
(4)Scot W.
You definitely know it is a chain restaurant upon walking in, but I also don't think that they have tried to hide that fact at all. It has a sort of cheesecake factory feel to it which is not at all compelling, but I don't find it too repulsive either. For a place with egg in the name (and eggbeater door handles) they have plenty of non-egg, non-breakfast dishes. Many of the dishes sounded good, but menus rarely make the food sound terrible. I had the bayou benedict (eggs benedict, but with polenta instead of an english muffin and andouille sausage, chicken and shrimp in lieu of canadian bacon). It was an okay dish. The eggs were a little overcooked, not as runny as I would have liked. The chicken actually tasted very good as did the shrimp. There wasn't much sausage at all. The hollandaise was pretty good, a nice amount of spice. The polenta had no flavor at all; it was definitely the weakest part of the dish. On the side, it came with breakfast potatoes. The consistency was good, nice and crispy, but with no real flavor at all. After a liberal use of pepper and some salt, plus tossing it around in the hollandaise, they tasted okay. My girlfriend had chocolate pancakes and really liked them, though she said they were not as good as the original pancake house. I would go back and maybe try some regular eggs benedict or one of their specials, but it won't be any time soon that I make a return trip. Not a bad experience, just an eminently forgettable one.
(3)Areta C.
I've been here three times! Hmm! I've only ever ordered one thing- the menu looks excellent, lots of options. I'm a breakfast eater. Anyways, I've TRIED to try out other items on the menu... unfortunately, Eggscitement wins every time. It's french toast, with a liquorbound syrup, strawberries and bananas. Dreamy! Apparently it was flambe at some point, but I'm not sure if I believe that. What I do believe is that it is absolutely wonderful! I can't say if the other food is as good- but I can say the service has been of good quality. Attentive waitstaff is always a plus. I think the style of restaurant is cute- and the waits aren't terrible for a breakfast place. There's actually space for breathing unlike most of the brunch places in MoCo. And there's not as many kids because it's pricier. Thank sweet jesus!
(4)V. H.
Beautiful environment, you can sit outside. A little overpriced for breakfast, but you get a ton of food and it was delicious. Turkey bacon was the best I've ever had.
(4)Les D.
Yes, I love this place. I've been here several times now, and I like it more after each visit. They have wonderful, crispy sliced fries. Terrific breakfasts. HUGE portions. I usually split a breakfast. And the dessert tray is fantastic. I had a piece of the caramel apple pie which was spectacular. Sometimes service can be hit or miss, but it's usually hit. This is just a fun, wonderful place to eat.
(5)Jesus J.
Me being a breakfast lover, I adore this place. They have tons of different breakfast options, with (obviously) delicious eggs that can be made anyway you want them. There's also lots of other choices to choose from in the lunch and dinner category. The menu is vast and offers plenty of options. There is also a small bakery at the entrance that houses decent cakes and muffins. The thing that stands about this place from other breakfast choices is the orange juice. It truly is fresh, squeezed orange juice and it is delicious. There are also lots of coffee options for cafe lovers. The service here has always been good. Haven't had bad service yet. Mediocre - a couple of times, but always at least average. The interior of the building is very colorful and has a very traditional feel to it (think Harry Potter-esque as some reviewers noted). The restaurant is large and there are plenty of tables to sit. I've never had to wait more than fifteen minutes to be seated (even though they said the wait would be 20-25 mins.). The only disadvantage of dining here is the prices. You know that orange juice I was talking about? Well, a large glass of it is $5 and there aren't free refills. This seems flat out stingy to me. If you're going to charge that much for OJ, at least make refills complimentary. I can easily make fresh OJ at home for the fraction of the price. The meals aren't too expensive, with most entrees being around $12, but you can get breakfast at most places for $7-10. Check this place out at least once. If you don't like it, there are plenty of diners in the area like the Tastee Diner off of Cameron St.
(5)Steve P.
Recently moved to the area. I like occasionally having breakfast food at non-breakfast hours. Was very surprised at how good it was! I liked the french toast, and their "EGGstreme" pasta with chicken is now my all-time favorite pasta dish anywhere. Really love the place!
(5)Sharon W.
Have been there a number of times at different times of day. If before noon I usually order the 1 egg, meat, potatoes, toast and fruit breakfast. One big plus for me is they have turkey bacon and turkey sausage as a meat choice. It's a good, basic breakfast and always cooked the way I ask. Another plus is their Bloody Marys--generous, spicy and with a big celery stick for a stirrer. The Mimosas though are pretty puny--our daughter calls them "Mimosa shots". When we've come later in the day we have had some of their salads and their chicken entrees, which were very generous portions and pretty tasty. The service has always been outstanding--and extra points that they let our daughter be seated last Sunday morning even though the rest of the party wasn't there yet. Plus the manager came by and gave our granddaughter (age 6) a thumbs up because she was the only child he had ever seen order the salmon entree. This is not the greatest gourmet restaurant I've ever been to but for a good basic meal with an assortment of ages and tastes it serves a purpose.
(4)Ravi B.
This place has gone down hill over the last few months, and after tonight I won't go back. If I have to go to an eggspectations, it'll be the one in columbia. When we walked in, the hostesses told us the manager said to hold off on seating because the kitchen was backed up. First of all, I've never heard of that. Secondly, if the kitchen is backed up let me at least sit down and order a beer. Third and last, after I specifically asked to be sat just to order a beer, (they were willing as long as I understood no food would be ordered) the server came over and wanted to take our order. After we ordered, we contented ourselves to waiting on the food because we knew it might be a while. But when it did come out, we were both surprised it included a sauce that was completely different from the one we had expected. In fact, we ordered the same dish just a week prior at the Columbia location and thought it was delicious. Now, their red pepper sauce was more of a curry sauce. The server we had was pretty good, but the combination of things that happened tonight, along with the hostessing problems we faced before have led us both to vow not to return for a while.
(2)Kathleen H.
While living in Silver Spring I was witness to the "revitalization" of the downtown area. And the opening of Eggspectation .. I LOVE breakfast .. probably my favorite meal of the day and I have been known to eat it for dinner as well. What is that you say .. you have NEVER eaten cereal for dinner? I have been here for brunch ONLY .. and while I wanted to love it .. I was disappointed. To begin .. the wait is horrendous on the weekends. And the service can be hit or miss .. to top it off the food is .. meh! I agree with Tom B. .. the fare is very similar to that of IHOP or Denny's .. except you are paying twice the price. Overall .. I say you skip it and head into DC or to the diner a few blocks away for more variety and better quality food.
(2)Zachary H.
Went here for the first time this morning for breakfast. Was impressed by the menu and the friendliness of our service. We ended up ordering the Benedict Classic (traditional eggs benedict) and the "Eggs What." I found the eggs in the Benedict Classic to be overdone. I prefer runny eggs, but, to be fair, I didn't specifically request them that way. Our overall analysis was that the food was decent, but definately nothing spectacular. The dining space is large and we both really liked the layout of the restaurant. That combined with the good service and the extensive menu will likely result in us returning again at some point. Not my favorite restaurant in Silver Spring, but probablyl worth a visit.
(3)James J.
One of the only breakfast places in the area, I'm pretty sure that's the only reason it's still in business. Bottom line: Overpriced, small portions, mediocre food.
(2)j n.
First of all, I truly did not expect to be writing a 5-star review for Eggspectation, especially since I'm not a HUGE fan of egg dishes. However, on Father's Day, this was the spot my husband chose. I was pleasantly surprised. The staff are clearly well trained to provide great customer service. Everyone acted as if we were the most important guests there, even on an extremely busy day. My first thought was that it would be like a zoo, because everyone and their daddy appeared to want to eat there. But it was a very well organized zoo, and we were maybe the pampered animals? We were seated well before the promised wait of 45 minutes. Our waiter and his peers were pretty close to outstanding (and I rarely describe people who simply do their jobs as such), but he managed to consistently top our waters, answer our many questions, and check back in on us often, and got the order in quickly and correctly, all while making us feel welcome. The manager even stopped by our table to see if all was okay-- on probably one of the more crowded days of the year. When I ventured off to find the restroom, one of the kitchen staff saw me looking lost and asked to help, and showed me to the appropriate door. My husband was looking at his napkin roll, and wasn't satisfied with something on it, and another waiter saw him examining it and quickly provided a replacement. They seemed to mesh as a well-organized team. I mentioned that I'm not really into egg dishes, but the menu is extremely varied. I opted for the French toast flambé, which has strawberries and bananas in brandi and brown sugar-- absolutely delicious. My family members both had omelettes. My husband (and I) liked his Lyonnais potatoes more than his vegetarian omelet (it just needed some more salt and pepper for our taste). I was looking forward to trying the Banana Java drink, but while it's on the online menu, it wasn't on the in-house version. I settled for the Moka Java and that was sufficiently yummy. We were too full for dessert, but agreed we'd be back for another family brunch.
(5)Alex K.
I have to say that I love Eggspectation. I lived in Silver Spring in 2008 and 2009 and went here on a regular basis. After moving to Arlington, I still make the drive up to Silver Spring just go to brunch here. Their coffees are good. You get generous portion sizes with toast and steak fries with pretty much anything you order. My only gripes are the long waits if you show up later in the AM, the noise level, and the wait staff is very hit or miss.
(4)Ralph H.
Eggspectation is a GREAT place to get breakfast food. I went here about a month ago and I enjoyed everything about my meal. Definitely will be going back here again! Highly recommend this place.
(5)U K.
Good food, bad service. We went there for lunch. The section we were seated in didn't seem busy, but it took forever to get our food and even longer to get our check. They messed up my order, but it had taken so long to get to our table that I did not have the patience to ask them for fixing my order!!!
(3)Jay R.
I've been here a few times and I never go here with high expectations and yet I am still always disappointed. Is it me or has anyone else had their eggs over easy come out more like over medium? I don't eat lots of eggs but I feel like I need to order 5 or 6 to make up for the lack of yolk in the eggs that they use in the 2 that come with my meal. I even had a non-egg entree once and unfortunately it came out very lukewarm which didn't help at all. Another strike for me about this place is the furniture is very uncomfortable. I guess it plays into the sociology of business as they don't want you to linger on their wood slatted benches and iron chairs. On a positive note, I've always had good servers here as they've been polite and fast. I just wish the food were much better and if they had cushions on their chairs.
(2)Aya D.
Great place for brunch and lunch! :) The place is large enough to house a big party, which is really nice.
(4)Becky W.
Less than mediocre. Have been here several times and always leave underwhelmed. Today we ordered nothing more complicated than scrambled eggs and pancakes and it took an hour for them to bring our food. All the manger offered was an insincere apology. I could get better food at a greasy diner for 1/3 of the price. I won't be returning.
(2)Jim C.
Great choice for breakfast with menu listing dozens of great items from which to choose. Great smoothies. Also, full menu of regular food. Average. Like others have said, it's step up from Denny's and diners. I always enjoy breakfast here.
(3)Kelly T.
Excellent! The french toast was amazing - interesting that my scrambled eggs were on top of it (rather than on the side) but it was a yummy combination. They give you TONS of potatoes on the side. We had to wait about 20 mins for a table but we did go at Sunday brunch time, so I wasn't shocked. The waiters seemed extremely busy, but we did get in and out in a reasonable time.
(4)J R.
Eggspensive for what you get. Inoffensive food that is standard breakfast fare. It would be fine if it cost half as much.
(2)Sarah O.
Food is pretty good. It kinda reminds me of an upscale diner, if one should exist. The menu consists of omelets, sandwiches, and some dinner selections, so everyone should be able to find at least one thing that they like. They have a nice dessert case when you first walk in the door; although, I have never had dessert there, so I don't know if they taste as good as they look. The most we've had to wait was 5-10 minutes and that is going on a weekend at dinner time; most times there is no wait at all.
(3)Emily R.
Came here for a holiday party with my coworkers. You're supposed to have 20 people for the "party room." We only had about 15 but they let us use it anyway. We also were able to use the big flat screen tv/ DVD player to play a slideshow of pictures. I suppose since we didn't have a full group, they brought a few 2-person parties to sit in the party room as well (there were about 3 other small tables). We didn't care but if I had been sitting at a smaller table in that room, I don't think I would have been very happy. For $15 a piece, we shared some appetizers - chicken quesadillas and a bread bowl with dip, we each chose an individual entree, and 2 dessert platters were provided. I had the chicken, mushroom, and spinach crepe, which was ok but a little soggy and hard to get on my fork. The dessert platters were ginormous and included lots of mini cheesecakes with different toppings (chocolate, blueberry, fruit, etc.). The other platter had a huge stack of various types of cookies. The 15 of us barely made a dent in the desserts so we got to-go boxes for them. Our meal also included soft drinks, coffee, or tea. Alcoholic beverages were extra. Our waitress was excellent - constantly refilling our drinks, half the time without us even noticing she had brought them to the table. Although I wasn't blown away by the food, I would recommend this place as a good spot to bring a large group.
(3)Marc H.
Twas good. It's difficult to mess up an egg white omelet so i can't necessarily speak to their culinary prowess, but my breakfast was satisfactory. The potatoes that came with the omelet had a nice crunch to them and i also got a side of yogurt with bananas. The yogurt was very tasty but I'm confident that it was NOT healthy... too sweet to be good for you. The bloody mary was good, but im not sure what "award" it won, as it wasnt that good. It needed some garnish and could have benefitted from a little more spice. Overall, Id go back. The breakfast menu is expansive and there are enough options to please anyone. The wait was 30min on Sunday morning... not terrible.
(3)Philip K.
Mediocre chain food. Fries and grilled cheese I ordered were lukewarm, but alright for the price. Music from the bar next door kept a constant THUMP THUMP THUMP going for most of the evening. What really sold me on never returning was when I told the waitress to keep the change, she DIDN'T point out that there was already an 18% gratuity on my tab. Nothing like giving almost 40% tip for something exceedingly average.
(2)Bruce J.
Gotta say, the popularity of this place completely eludes me! True, the atmosphere's not bad. And yes, it does draw a nice, diverse crowd. But why endure the horrendously long waits? Certainly not for the food, which for brunch, at least, is overpriced and mediocre. And definitely not for the coffee, which is just plain bad. While I recognize I have a Midwest bias--breakfast spots in cities like Minneapolis, St. Paul, Madison, and Chicago have spoied me for life, I'm afraid--there are decent alternatives nearby. In Silver Spring you've got your choice of places like Tastee Diner, Parkway Deli, Woodside Deli, or Mayorga's yummy brunch on Sundays. Or if you're up for a longer trip, head to Nick's Diner in Wheaton, or The Diner in Adams Morgan. Whichever you choose, you'll save a few bucks and walk away much more satisfied!
(1)Mq T.
The happy hour quesdillas are great! Wish they had salsa.
(4)Steffany H.
YUMMMM.... I was in DC last week and we were looking for a place to eat dinner Eggespectation sits in a big open shopping area with tons of restaurants, but none sounded very good to me. This place was very low key - our style - but had great customer service. I was skeptical at first, most places that brand themselves on breakfast don't do anything else as well. They did.... I had a parmesan crusted chicken dinner with spinach - loved it! Only reason I can't stretch for 5 stars was teh wine selection. I'm a wine with dinner kind of gal and they didn't have as much selection as I'd like. Overall it's a very fun restaurant with lots of different choices, and I'll definitely be back for breakfast!
(4)Olivia L.
I went on a weekday, about noonish, and there was absolutely no wait. The service was ok, but the food was forgettable. I had the waffle benedict. The waffle was too sweet and kind of mushy (more like an eggo than a Belgian) and totally clashed with the savory eggs. The potatoes were ok, but there could have been a much bigger pile of potatoes, given the size of the plate. The bacon was not crispy, and had the tough quality of bacon leather. Bleh.
(2)Tom B.
My first visit today. Hard for me to make an overall review because all I had was a fairly traditional breakfast, the "Eggs-what?" their only entree w/ corned beef hash. Nevertheless, the breakfast was fine, albeit the sunnyside eggs were a little undone, a risk you take when ordering fried eggs. Still, the breakfast seemed pretty ordinary, considering the price, almost twice as much as the same fare @ Denny's or IHOP. And how hard can breakfast be? And this is supposed to be their specialty. Bottom line: too pricey considering the average quality of the food. But Kudos for the real fresh squeezed OJ!
(3)Jon S.
Egggselent. Get the oj.
(4)Natalie M.
I went to Eggspectation while visiting friends that live in Silver Spring during inauguration weekend. Needless to say, this may be the reason why there was no wait what so ever on a Sunday. I do agree with the other reviewers that the prices are a tad high, but this place is NO iHOP. The food is much fresher, the service is friendlier and the menu is much more varied. I wasn't a HUGE fan of the crepes, they were a tad thick, but the strawberry filling was delicious- made with actual strawberries. My egg whites were not runny(I hate runny eggs) and they even gave me an extra egg white since I didnt want the meat that came with my special. I do recommend a visit if you are in the Silver Spring area, there is ample parking and various stores. This restaurant would me a nice way to start a lazy Sunday.
(4)reuben j.
This place does above average breakfast/brunch fare. A word to the wise -especially if you are going on the weekend- go early.. After 10 AM or so, it's as hard to get in as it is to get John Boehner to say something good about President Obama. Service can be a bit slow, but it is not an anger-inducing slow...Call it well-meaning laid back. And call me when you head to this joint.
(3)Angela M.
Count my review skewed a tad. I had been behaving myself, drinking only water & tea, avoiding sugary beverages and treats, eating salads, lots of veggies, lean meats - basically, my intestines were happy, but my mouth was getting bored. In an unusual turn of events, well I should say usual, because I don't usually have dinner planned, but unusual because we don't eat out during the week, we ended up at Eggspectation ordering breakfast for dinner. I know, it's totally wild and unorthodox. We're so crazy. No really, we are. Insane. Anyways....the ambiance there is nice and warm, neutral colors, dark woods, stone, metal - it works. The service was great and the food, although ridiculously expensive ($9 for pancakes?) they do give you a lot of food. I got 3 blueberry pancakes, a side of home fries, 2 pieces of turkey bacon, 2 eggs over medium and a roasted tomato. I must have paid $20 for it, but it was good. Oh, I had a pineapple mango smoothie as well. I was a glutton that night. All I'm saying is, when it's right, it's right. This time it just was. The food tasted so awesome and I felt full, happy and my taste buds were satisfied for once in a long time. Now that I've said all that, if you're crunched for cash, seeing the prices on the menu might make you cranky and IHOP can satisfy a lot of the same urges, so, maybe try there and save yourself some dinero? I prefer Eggs over IHOP, but they both do the trick. There's a funny story about Eggspectation food poisioning that my husband suffered through; that was from the Columbia location, though. Just picture a fire hose and projectiles...
(4)Demetrius G.
One of the best breakfasts in Silver Spring
(4)Robert B.
Pros: Decor is excellent and brunch is good. Cons: WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY TOO DAMN EXPENSIVE. I would come here every weekend if it was even remotely priced appropriately. You could feed a small country on what it costs to take your family here for brunch. Sadly, instead of coming every week the absurd price means I come once every year or two. They get my 4 stars, but they don't get my business.
(4)Ashley E.
why the hell are you called eggspectation???????? you would think that the eggs are special??? they arent! waffles are great! but a bit over priced!
(2)T K.
Food was very good. Service was pleasant and attentive. Coffee was weak. Pricey menu.
(4)jax g.
terrible food even for a veg. bartenders iffy and service slow. drinks, horrible. my last veggie burger was disgusting and the fries were served COLD.
(1)Kenyon H.
Great all day breakfast spot! I had an omelette and it was really good. Service was great, cool atmosphere so no complaints....I'd hit one up anytime.
(5)Bobby G.
Service was slow four out of the four times I've been. Food is alright but not worth the horrible service.
(2)Lisa L.
My Parmesan crusted chicken was just absolutely bland! Just bland bland bland! Although, my cousin's steak and fries were cooked to perfection!
(3)Erin S.
I am visiting from NY and this place was a great choice for lunch. i have a 6 year old who was hungry while out with family and this place was amazing! the drinks were amazing and although I had a salad it was very filling and I am not hungry.
(5)Callie K.
Service: I enjoyed the fact that with a party of 5 we were seated immediately when it was a busy holiday (labor day). We had tried to call ahead and make reservations but they don't do take reservations. Food: I had the All American minus the eggs since I have an egg allergy and they did everything to accommodated my meal. On top of the the food was good (4/5) and it was plentiful.
(4)Aaron P.
Eggspectation was everything I expected. The food was good and the service was great, but the meal was overpriced. I ordered the Eggsuberant and a large orange juice. The pancakes were very light and fluffy, the eggs were "meh", the bacon was crispy and the OJ was fresh. The meal came to around $20. I enjoyed it, but after realizing I had ordered a $15 entrée and $5 glass of juice, I expected a little more. Not necessarily a larger portion (although that would've been great), but to be wowed by flavor. Cool place, good food, odd price.
(4)Shannon N.
After purchasing a Groupon, my friend and I decided to walk downtown for brunch. Upon arriving, we were seated outside. We asked about the groupon we purchased to make sure it was valid. The hostess (I'm guessing that's what she was) told us someone would be over to check it...no one came. We waited with no menus, no silverware, and no water until our waitress finally came over. We mentioned that we had a groupon and wanted to make sure we could use it for brunch. My friend and I ordered drinks: a hot chocolate and iced coffee..which they didn't "have" so I ended up with an iced cappuccino with mounds of whipped cream. My friend's drink came out and mine did not..Which we found to be odd, because good service etiquette is to bring both drinks/meals out at the same time.. Overlooking the drink situation, we ordered. Both of our meals came out cold as well as my order being wrong. Then came to the check: We were told our groupon was for 4 people not 2 and the manager would be over to explain. (This is what we were trying to avoid upon arriving) After explaining the misunderstanding of the deal and that my friend who bought the groupon was from out of town, the manager said there was nothing he could do, that my friend should transfer the deal to me since I live here to use another time, and then he walked away. WALKED AWAY. As two people from the food industry/managerial positions, we both found this to be extremely unprofessional, especially due to all of the mishaps from the moment we walked in. We ended up paying over $40 for cold food and terrible customer service. This will not be an establishment I would bring my friends to nor recommend.
(1)Michelle P.
I used to love this place. We got there and we're seated outdoors. I took a bit of time to get waters. Finally a waitress came and asked us for drink orders. We ordered the mini muffins as well, we were told twice that they ran out of certain types. We finally got our muffins. We tried the chocolate, blueberry and "chocolate cappuccino" which ended up being banana nut. We were told they didn't have those. We waited another 5 mins for silverware and saucers only for one saucer to be dirty. She came back to take our orders I ordered the green juice with kale, pineapple, spinach, lemon. It was good and served cold, frothy and yummy. I also ordered the lox and bagel. It came on a platter although it's listed under the sandwiches. I would only complain that their menus had else much food a dirt on them. I hope they see this and clean their menus. I can only imagine how many germs on waiting there. Overall the food was fine, but they need to work on their customer services.
(2)Keana R.
Food is delicious, but the customer service is lacking badly. I took my mom a few weeks ago who was in from NC because their brunch was amazing. Our experience was that of a fast food restaurant. Our waitress came to the table maybe 4 times- taking our orders, bringing water, bringing the food, and finally bringing our check. Our waters were empty and we needed extra napkins, but she was no where to be found. She checked on her other Tables, but neglected us. Upon paying for our bill, she retrieved the bill before we even got up. Most restaurants swipe them after the guests have left. She was closing the ticket out before we even left the table. Not a good look. And to her surprise, no tip was left due to poor customer service.
(2)Anne Z.
This is one of my favorite breakfast places, second to The Pancake House of course. I always get the same thing everytime I come here, yes I know I need to expand my palate and try new things but why fix what isn't broke!? I order the chicken and waffles, it's not on the menu but they have it! It is amazing, it comes with a large waffle, of course, and yummy fried chicken that is cooked perfectly. The chicken is the perfect amount to have with each bite of waffle, just enough! What really did me in is the gravy, it's a little peppery and creamy. I feel like I've had it with the maple syrup mixed into the gravy but this last time it was separate. Either way, they taste amazing together! I don't remember their other dishes too much but my friend loves their pancakes, they come in stacks of 4. She ordered the strawberry and cream pancakes and there was a ton of strawberries on top! Highly reccomend for breakfast food!
(5)Lakeshia B.
So yes I am a fan and I had not been here for years since I had brunch on a beautiful day (French toast, eggs, sausage) and decided yesterday on a beautiful Sunday that myself and my family member wanted a place to go, sit outside and enjoy some great food. I made a big mistake on this day because the place was packed (inside and out). As we walked in I expected to be told that there would be at least an hour wait for a table. But we got lucky and were seated immediately. Only there was one problem. The hostess sat us at two small stone tables and there really wasn't enough room. Luckily, the two men next to us vacated their table and we moved over. It was a perfect spot to people watch, enjoy the weather, and the sounds of music playing overhead. Our server was Doug, he seemed a bit frazzled I guess from the busy brunch and who could blame him. The kitchen we learned was moving slow and behind on almost everyone's table. It never fails when I decide to go out to eat either my food is given to me wrong, not cooked properly, or delayed in some fashion (as I watch other people get their food on time). He was quick and took our orders since we cruised the menu for some time before we were greeted by him. We knew what we wanted and put in the order quickly he again informed us that the kitchen was running behind and that he would continually check on our food. For me, I opted for an egg white omelet filled with spinach, peppers, scallions, and avocado (be forewarned that when you order a la carte like I did you will be paying $0.99 for each add on for your omelet) with 4 slices of turkey bacon (an extra $1.99), and a side field greens salad. My family member ordered the Toasted Berry salad w/ chicken (an extra $2.99) fresh baby spinach, mixed with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, tomatoes, Havarti cheeses, toasted almonds, and paired with a warm cranberry bacon dressing. Well, we put our orders in before 1200 pm (I want to say around 1130) and waited darn near an hour for our food. Now this of course was not Doug's fault but once again, as I mentioned previously, I watched as several other tables were sat, food was ordered, and placed down before ours. I started to grow annoyed and asked my family member did they want to just go ahead, cancel, and grab something else. At this point I made a mental note that brunch may not be for me here seeing as though the kitchen was so behind. Nevertheless, once the food arrived I had no complaints. The food arrived hot and well plated. The omelet was done PERFECTLY!!!!! and filled from end to end. With each fork full I put in my mouth I got every ingredient I asked for. The turkey bacon on the side could have cooked to a crisp but hey I was finally happy to be eating after such a long wait. As for the toasted berry chicken salad, my family raved about it being filling and not heavy. Towards the end of my meal I decided to order some of their honey old bay seasoned jumbo wings to go. Lets just say they were tasted great coming fresh out the kitchen. But once I got home it lost its flare and some of the chicken pieces were undercooked (I don't recommend this outside of the restaurant) Pros: THE FOOD!!!! Even though I have only visited twice on each occasion the food is fresh, piping hot, and made to perfection (I still remember how wonderful my French toast and eggs tasted after all these years). Even the dessert area caught my eye with fresh baked goodies on display and of course my favorite being red velvet cake (chose not to indulge this time but there is always a next) Service -- My waiter earned his tip it wasn't his fault the kitchen was behind. All I look for in my server is great service, get the order right, keep my glass full, and stay on the job. He did all these things Ambiance -- Not bad not bad at all. Besides the noise level the place is actually bigger on the inside with plenty of seating and has a nice size bar area that accommodates very well. They have high tops for smaller groups, booths for and large tables for larger parties. Cons: Kitchen: Look I understand I chose to come at brunch but goodness darn near an hour wait for some egg whites and a salad is just darn ridiculous to me. Not to mention my undercooked chicken wings once I got home to try to enjoy them. Now this does not deter me from every coming back like some restaurants have in the past because quite frankly the main course was scrumptious and done right. But the kitchen is going to need some work Overall I would recommend this restaurant with confidence to anyone who is looking for great food, a casual and family friendly ambiance, with wonderful service. Just be prepared to wait for your food but its worth it
(4)L M.
My boyfriend and I have been here for two date nights. They have a great happy hour and a wide variety of things to order from on the menu. I love the Sangria for a happy hour special and if you are a pasta/cheese lover, you will love the lobster mac n cheese.
(4)m g.
This used to be good place to go to , but something changed badly . I used to go with my family here at least twice a week but food got from good to bad . They mess up the orders too often , if they overcook the meal that you didn't want don't expect even apology . Time to find better place
(1)Kassity L.
This place has your typical American breakfast fare. They offer a few good options to choose from. I'm someone who likes to get both something sweet and savory for breakfast, so I had ordered their egg, bacon, and pancake combo. I remembered my friends also ordered a couple combos that came with a good variety. The food itself wasn't special. I had gotten my eggs over easy, and one of the eggs was slightly overdone. The bacon still had a lot of fat left in it. And I prefer my pancakes to have some chewiness to them, but these fell apart easily. The part of my meal that I enjoyed the most though were the drinks. I had gotten a blueberry banana smoothie, which was made with fresh fruits. My friend got one of their green smoothies, and while I usually hate blended greens, this smoothie actually came out pretty decent. The strong green taste of the kale and spinach was balanced out with citrus juice. I am tempted to come back to this place just to get their smoothies, but for the time and price (and this place is pricey), I'll probably take my business elsewhere.
(3)Lauren C.
Downtown Silver Spring has a lot of choices for happy hour and this one was not a winner. Eggspectations has a great happy hour menu. We tried their brie bruschetta and the pork quesadilla. Soooo good! The wine is a really good price and they have a full bar and good selection of beer. So why not more stars? The service was a mess. Both of the bartenders had separate groups of friends visiting them. Rather than going up to talk to them, the bartenders kept yelling across the bar to their friends (who did not order anything), sometimes while standing right in front of you. If I wanted to be in a rowdy obnoxious atmosphere, I would have chosen a different location. What bothered me the most, is that the manager made an appearance several times when the yelling was at peak levels (and distances) and he never said a thing. Unprofessional. It was very clear that others around us felt the same way. We sat with our glasses empty and had to chase someone down to order another round. The bar was not even half full at the time. On top of ALL that, there were some questionable cleanliness issues that we witnessed. One employee was making fresh orange juice, would stop and complete a non food related task, then go back to juicing without washing her hands. Then instead of using a can opener to open juice cans, the cans were being slammed against the corner of the counter. Juice sprayed all down the counter and onto the floor. It was so odd. It's really too bad. I've been trying to find a happy hour spot for when I'm in Silver Spring. Despite how good the food was it won't be here.
(2)Janet L.
A-Ok breakfast/brunch spot. The yolks poached eggs on my classic benedict were just the right consistency. The fries (or hash?) that came with it were a bit dry but with some ketchup, they were fine. The coffee menu is good too. They also have crepes (which come in large large portions). Overall, if you're looking for a breakfast/brunch place, come here!
(3)Ijene L.
I have read alot bad reviews for this place and I have NO idea what their problems are. If you have sense, you will order what's IN the TITLE. I had the EGGSUBERANT breakfast and it was EGGSACTLY that. 2 eggs over medium, perfect. 2 link sausage, thoroughly cooked, well seasoned and crispy lyonnaise style potatoes, two fluffy pancakes, two slices of tomato (grilled) and a slice of cantaloupe and orange, all EGGSecuted beautifully. I also had a huge cinnamon roll and a side of the best cheese grits I've had this close to the Mason-Dixon line. The food came quickly and without flaw. Servers were adequate. I had a Winter Mimosa (champagne and cranberry) and it was delicious and complimented the breakfast WELL! Oddball decor aside, which I didn't really get, I thought it was clean, lively and I was sat next to a fireplace which I really liked. I have nada bad to say about this place, and now that I've sufficiently used the prefix EGGS just enough to be considered douchey, I'll leave you with my final thought which is, if you go to a place with EGGS in the name, order breakfast for crying out loud and you'll be in good shape. :) I'll definitely be back.
(5)Brandon B.
I've been to Eggspectations on many occasions. One of the go-to restaurants in downtown Silver Spring, Eggspectations is a nice place to relax for a moment while enjoying a meal. They offer an extensive menu and fair prices. The few times I've been, I've always been seated and served in a timely manner. I've never had an issue with the service, or food not meeting standards. For a typical chain restaurant, the food isn't anything to rave about, but it will do for a meal on the go. Overall, Eggspectations is ok by me.
(3)Jean Ann F.
Eggspectation is delicious, their insanely large menu is well, Cheesecake Factory-ish. Their menu boasts an amazing selection of breakfast items as well as traditional American bistro lunch and dinner fare. If you have several types of 'eaters' at your table this would be a good choice. You can low carb here easily and they have great low fat options. Oh, let's not forget Happy Hour specials-this place has a great full bar too!
(4)Cherelle H.
Came here on a Saturday at about 10:30am and it was not terribly crowded. We got seated immediately and looked at the extensive menu in awe. I ordered the Banana French Toast which was really good the coffee was decent. Our waiter was OK, nothing spectacular. It took him a long time to come back to the table and give us our check. Overall it was a decent experience.
(3)Alyssa A.
I came here with my boyfriend on Friday night. There was a few people in there but most of the tables were empty. I ordered the honey mustard chicken burger and he ordered the vegetable omelette. We were both really happy with what we ordered. The service was good, however the check took a second to figure out because of my groupon. She said they normally like you to spend the $30. Then she realized that she didn't include my iced tea and once we added that in we were over $30. They have good variety on their menu so next time I'd like to try something new. Good experience overall.
(4)Duke J.
In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring, MD is One of the best places to come for Happy Hour! HANDS DOWN!!! Actually, keep your hands securely around your glass because........well because........JUST BECAUSE!! Ok, so this is definitely a breakfast joint, specializing in all types of, you guessed it - EGGS! But honestly I have never been in here for breakfast. This location was always neutral for the homies to rendezvous after work. Happy Hour is from 3-7pm and if you're cool enough, sometimes 7-thurddy. But I ain't one to gossip........you know how it goes! Came here this past summer when I was visiting home (Washington D.C.) and met with my homegirl for a quick drink and a bite, along with intriguing catch-up type conversation. We had a blast! It made me reminisce of endless times I spent here after work with homies from around the way..... The location is split into two main sections. Upon entry (to your left) is the dining area, very spacious with plenty of tables but not from the looks has a feeling of potential claustrophobia. Folks in LA might be used to the elbow-to-elbow type seating in some joints and this place is no different. Now! On the right side of the room is where you will find ME & ALL MY PEOPLE!!! The bar wraps around the left side of the space with ample bar stool seating room as well as high raised tables & dine in booth to accommodate all sizes of after-work parties. For me The Hefeweizen is absolutely the best go to beer here! A tall boy for under $4!! Ahhhhhhhhhh the life! I truly miss this place. Definitely a mid 20's to early 30's kind of after work spot that has a few locals that host as regulars and your occasional belligerent outlandish show-offs buying rounds for their respective crews. I've bumped into plenty of people from High School, my neighborhood, even folks I went to Church with I would see here. If you grew up in this area (like me) than you know that it is inevitable to run into someone you know. In the heart of Downtown Silver Spring it is just bound to happen. Appetizers are HALF OFF and they have a lot of delectable choices from Chicken Strips to Sliders to Quesadillas! All types of eats and drinks during happy hour with deals that make you wonder...... "How in the fcuk are they making any money!!!" There are just too many good things going on here. Next time I'm back east I'll definitely have to give breakfast a try. However, I might just wind up at the bar though!
(5)Keith S.
I must ask who are these people giving such positive reviews. The place is often under staffed my first time here I was ignored for forty minutes. getting anyone's attention was a chore. my second time I ordered beer and food got them and closed out my tab immediately.. Later I ordered one last beer. When I got the tab for it a different server gave me the tab. They tried to charge me for the previous ordered I had already paid for. I had the receipt to show that the purchase was already made. Overall, this experience was not so great. It has been a few months since this occurred, but I would be wary when going here. The items on the menu are a bit overpriced.
(1)Leslie M.
3.5 stars for the food. The food is decent and they have a large selection. The 4th star is for customer service. In a time when the focus on great customer service seems to be on the decline, I was surprised by the level of service that we experienced this morning. The first crab benedict that my girlfriend got was cold. She hates sending food back. Immediately, the manager noticed that we weren't happy and approached our table, apologized and brought out a new benedict within 4 minutes. Appreciating the level of service. I'll go back.
(4)Laura H.
My boyfriend and I met his friend and his wife for a late Saturday brunch here and I had a very enjoyable experience. Located in downtown Silver Springs, this is the perfect spot to sit outside and people watch. Obviously with the name of the restaurant, you'd expect a breakfast- particularly with eggs- theme here which did not disappoint. First, walking in, I noticed the door handles were in the shape of whisks- how cute! They have a large inside dinning room and a substantial outdoor seating area as well. Our party of four chose to sit outside since it was such a beautiful afternoon. We were greeted quickly and our service was very friendly and efficient throughout our meal. It was attentive without being intrusive- just what I hope for when dining out. Now, back to the food and drinks...... They have a rather extensive mimosa and Bloody Mary menu in addition to several non alcoholic smoothies. Our friends each ordered up a green smoothie while my boyfriend I and decided on mimosas- the traditional for him and the tropical for me. I really enjoyed mine, although I'd say it was light on the alcohol, but it did have the coconut and pineapple flavors in it as promised in the drink description. As for the food, breakfast reigns supreme here, although they did also gave an assortment of sandwiches, burgers, appetizers, and entrees- the lobster mac and cheese is on my list for my next visit. All four of us ordered variations of omlettes, which come with toast and lyonnaise potatoes. The toast was all brought in one basket, and I didnotice the cinnamon raisin I ordered wasn't in there- replaced with some variation of white. I didn't care since I never touched it, however, if I had received my correct toast I would have taken at least a bite. I, along with my boyfriend, chose the mix and match omlette. You can choose a meat inside (bacon, sausage,ham, turkey bacon, or turkey sausage) and cheese (Swiss or cheddar). I chose to have turkey sausage and Swiss, also substituting egg whites for $1.79 and substituting the potatoes for fresh fruit for $2.49. I wish places would typically let you substitute egg whites for no charge but $1.79 isn't horribly expensive. The fresh fruit was highly worth the price- strawberries, blueberries, honeydew, cantaloupe , pineapple, bananas, and mango, all super fresh and sweet, in addition to being a large portion of fruit. My omlette was tasty- I really liked the flavor of the turkey sausage- a little peppery, which I enjoy. My boyfriend enjoyed his regular omlette with cheddar and turkey bacon. The potatoes were more like potato rounds cooked with onions, unlike lyonnaise potatoes from a popular breakfast spot in my hometown of Pittsburgh. These potatoes looked far better than the Pittsburgh ones! Our friends enjoyed their omlettes also and I noted the southwestern omlette one of them ordered was chock full of salsa and avocados- it looked delicious! I hope I have an opportunity to return here as they have such a huge menu and all of it sounds amazingly delightful!
(4)Elle Z.
Service was slow. It took quite a while to get our smoothie drinks (which were good and more smoothie than juice - so good), and a Ceasars salad was forgotten until the main dishes came out. That does not take into account the foooooooddddddd that took a while. When it got here, it was alright. Not bad. But I was dissapointed the potato pancakes were more patty than authentic shredded potatoes. Plus they didn't have applesauce for them. The menu looks pretty imaginative considering almost all dishes are egg based. Our friend said he likes this place and normally.there is a long wait, so I assume many people have a better experience. I, personally, wouldn't come here again.
(3)Irvin F.
This place was strongly recommended by friends so I decided to give it a shot. I came here with my girlfriend around 11am on Friday which isn't much of a busy period for this location from what I've heard. We were greeted with a friendly hostess & was quickly seated to our delight. Our assigned server was pleasant at first but seemed very preoccupied. Me and my girlfriend started by ordering lattes & our server quickly took down our order & left us around 11:15. We waited about 10 minutes & saw her pass by. We gave her a friendly reminder about our order & she gave us a dry response. We waited once again another 10 minutes for our lattes & saw her attending other parties that were seated after us & quickly attending to their needs. So I called her over & reminded her again. She gave us a blank glare & walked away. So it was about 11:50 where we decided it was not worth the wait no longer & left. We were both very disappointed from our experience & will try again in the near future.
(1)Miss Maggie C.
While I do like the food they have here, there were many other things that contributed to the less than average stars I gave them. 1. The price. Each breakfast dish is pretty expensive, in my opinion. 2. The wait times. It took 10 minutes for someone to take our order. After taking our order, the waiter came back after 10 minutes to tell us the kitchen was out of one of the items and we had to change our order. Then, it took another 40 miinutes after ordering for our food to arrive. This was at 8pm, when there was pretty much very few tables taken. I have come to this place 3 times, and the wait to get our food is always this long. One time we went with friends before I had a class down the street at Maryland Youth Ballet. We were there an hour before my class. Our food didn't arrive before class, so my friends had to get mine to go for me to eat after class. 3. The service. My husband didn't like the sauce that came for his chicken and waffles, so he requested regular syrup. We waited and it never came. We then had to ask someone else for the syrup. Our waters were never refilled until we were done with our meals. The manager apologized to us when our food came out, since it had taken so long. She offered us dessert. Our dessert took too long to come, so we walked to the front after paying to pick it up in a to go box. Upon arriving home and opening the box, they gave us the wrong dessert. -_-
(2)Chandani C.
I've been to this location a few times over the years and have usually had a great experience. This time, I ordered my usual - Waffle Benedict. When the plate arrived at the table there was a piece of hair just chillin on the eggs. I called the server back and showed him the hair. He took the plate back and sent over a manager who apologized to us and said they will re-make my plate for me. He also gave me two vouchers for a free smoothie on my next visit. Other than that, the service was pretty good. We had to wait around 20 minutes for a table, but that was expected since we went on a Saturday afternoon.
(2)Natasha C.
This place was right on time! I was visiting the area and staying at a hotel nearby. While in the city I had no transportation, but luckily everything was right around the corner. Literally. Before I departed, I decided to grab a bite. I walked less than 10 minutes from my hotel. Eggspectation has an awesome name, which is what made me choose it from the other options. The menu is vast. The brunch selections are amazing. I decided to have the Vegetable Omelet with potatoes and toast. I enjoyed it a lot. The atmosphere was also very vibrant. You could wait to be seated or sit at the bar area immediately. There was plenty of seats indoor and outdoor. I would have sat outside, but the temperature was a little cool for my liking. The waitress was amazing. She handled the area very well. The place was swarming with people and I was seated in a section where people could plop down at anytime and no one had to wait before she got to them. Overall, I'd love to eat here for diner and drinks. Next visit!
(5)Elizabeth K.
I used to enjoy coming here, and maybe I just hit at a bad time of the day (12:45 on a Saturday) but the bar was dirty (not wiped down), there was food on the floor, and it took forever to get anyone to even bring me a menu (actually I was in the process of moving seats when the bartender was bringing a menu up). I ended up moving seats because the woman next to me was on a very loud conference call, and was surprised when the bartender didn't bring the menu two seats over where I moved, so I was then menu-less again. Alas, I walked out and won't be coming back. Bummer because Eggspectation used to be a good spot!
(2)Raye F.
Sigh! I was excited about this experience, but so let down by service and overall taste. Slurped down my mimosa in anticipation of enjoying 2, but once the service went downhill with several orders missing items and abandoned menu items that were previously ordered for the kitchen to prepare...I lost my "buzz." The manager was apologetic, but didn't have a stellar attitude. Once our server made countless mistakes, things were awkward. One could tell that she was embarrassed and the last thing she wanted to do was continue to serve us. I felt bad for her because we weren't rude or unruly. They were honest mistakes, just a little too many for one table. On to the food: For some odd reason I craved French toast this particular morning(I usually eat it once a year). I ordered EGGSTRAVAGANZA* two any-style eggs(scrambles with cheese), two slices of brioche French toast with maple syrup, turkey sausage, and Lyonnaise-style potatoes. for $13.49 Now this may sound like an awesome meal, but it was nothing to shout about. I was underwhelmed. It didn't meet any expectations that I had about it being amazing. The location is perfect, but I doubt I will return to dine. not so happy :/
(2)Maria C.
Very busy and a bit loud for me but the food and service was awesome !
(4)Elizabeth W.
The joy of working for a public school system is spring break and brunch with some teacher friends when we would normally be working. Eggspectation is a great place for brunch! There were few people around when we arrived, but it got busier as we sat there and chatted. Our server was very patient while we waited for everyone to show up and patient yet again when we were too busy talking to decide what to eat. My friends all quite enjoyed their food. But, we all agreed this is not a place we would come to often unless we were nearby. I do have to say though, that we enjoyed playing with Egg words the whole time. I can see how it would get old quickly though. Food-wise, I got the Sugar Shack on our server's recommendation, and was extremely happy with my pick. Nothing like crepes with my ham, eggs and potatoes! My friends enjoyed the Smoked Salmon Benny, the Florentine Benedict, the Belgian Waffle Pagé, and the Strawberry Blonde Crepe. The coffee I got was nothing special and I probably wouldn't get it again. Without anything in it, it tasted very dull.
(4)Heather M.
First off I would like to say that I LOVE the Eggspectation in Ellicott City. My parents were in town and were were closer to this one and wanted to take them. BAD IDEA. I knew that the one in Ellicott gave 50% discount to military so I thought that maybe the offer that to law enforcement as well and when I asked the server she looked at us like we were crazy. And she said they only give 10% discount to military here. We ordered the chicken and waffles and the waffle was soggy and so was the fried chicken and it came with a weird gravy that we did not touch after tasting it. The poached eggs on the benedict we ordered were wayyyyy overcooked. I mean the yolk was not runny AT ALL. We were going to send them back but our server NEVER came to check on us and we never even saw here to wave her down. And the biscuits and gravy was meh. Not very tasty. We all ordered coffee and towards the end of our meal we finally spot our server and ask her for refills but she NEVER came back. Then we were just sitting and talking and so we asked her again for coffee and she didn't even remember she was suppose to bring us some before. If you get a chance, the Eggpspectation in Ellicott is worth going to but I don't know what this place was. AVOID!
(1)Michael B.
Sadly the vegetable omelette was very underwhelming. It was very watery and had no flavor. Perhaps a penalty for not adding cheese? Anyway, I was excited and looking forward to a solid omelette. I got some watery veggies and an overlooked egg. To boot the potatoes were cold and flavorless. It's rare for me to write this type of review but I had no choice.
(2)Kelli C.
Visited with friends a week or so ago, had the biscuits and gravy which were eggselent!!!! The waiter was nice and honest when helping me choose something, I appreciated that since the price point is so high!
(4)Jackson C.
Of course as anyone would imagine or wonder- 'Does the name of the restaurant mean that everything has eggs in it?!' Not eggxactly! hehehehehe However, that doesn't mean you can't find EGG items on the menu. But you should at least try their egg special deals. Yes, I am a fan of this wonderful restaurant! The sad thing is, It has taken me a few years to add my review...(to my fans and readers) forgive me. My career has its banner seasons and this is where I have been for a while. Enough of all of that- this is supposed to be a review of this restaurant. hehehehehe Moreover, this restaurant has become of my favorite spots in the Silver Spring, MD downtown area. My first visit there was a few years ago with my wonderful friend (Girl friend) Geneva Renee. ;) Beautiful young lady and a wonderful singer. Anyway, we met up there to have brunch. We had a great time hanging out and the brunch was great! Now, because it was a few years back, I can't elaborate on the specifics of the meal and the service...I believe I had an Omelette, can't remember. Hehehe Anywayz- I've been back and continue to go back to have meetings and other meetups. The environment is wonderful, the atmosphere of the diverse customers are decent and respectful. The servers have always been polite and kind. Love the FIREPLACE they have there...gives you a home filling. Love how this restaurant is divided into three sections. 1. Bar side, 2. Dinning side, 3. Kitchen side. Bar is for the Happy hour peeps and the loud peeps. lol. The Dinning side is for people like me! Who like to have conversations and eat. The Kitchen side is for people who need something else going on while they eat. Hehehehee Okay, I'm writing this review to share info about the restaurant. Okay, so, I went back last week to meet up with a friend. (Who was LATE!) Okay, so while I was waiting on my party, I was greeted by Rachael who was our server. She was cute and polite. Of course they always ask if you'd like a drink and of course I always begin with water and lemons. (love that acquired taste) Next time I'll ask for cucumbers and lemons. Once my friend arrived, can you guess what I said? Hehehe, you guessed it- I said, "well, I've been EGGspecting you! Hehehehehe Anywayz, while I was waiting I got a chance to browse the menu and decided to have the Apple Cider Beer and it was light and delicious. I am a Stella man but I didn't want to go all out that evening. Now I didn't go all out on my meal because I knew that I was there to play catch up with my friend and not to chow down. So, I ordered a Greek Salad with Chicken but it was okay...not that great of a Greek Salad. But this was not a deal breaker. 3.5 I plan to return for the 4 top reasons listed above. I would like to encourage you to make this your stop when you visit the downtown silver spring area.
(4)Danny M.
Pretty good service & atmosphere. Good was delicious also. I went on a Saturday morning which I think is a solid day to go & get a quality seat. Can really bring the family or just do the date thing here. Nice establishment
(4)Michael L.
Place is fantastic, food is delicious and service is awesome. I don't get to come here often being that I live in New York, but it is always a stop when I come down
(4)Tracey J.
I was invited to a meeting over brunch with one of my colleagues and today the place was Eggspectation... and unfortunately this one did not meet my Eggspectations. I ordered a gingerbread latte (tasty) and the Strawberry Blonde crepe (with whipped cream) and a side order of bacon. Not sure where the error was, with the server or the kitchen, but I had to remind her that I'd asked for both bacon and whipped cream. My dining companion ordered the J'eggsbayala pasta and asked for "no red peppers" .... What do you think she got? A dish loaded with red peppers. She sent it back to have it remade and it didnt look so hot when it came back. She said it was bland and barely ate a third of it. I also noted the distinct flavor of onion toward the end of my crepe, and I'd bet money that whatever utensil was used to plate my crepe had been used immediately prior to plate an order of those lyonnaise potatoes or something. Not cool. I was hoping for a lot more and I don't think I'll be back. Sorry guys!
(2)Sabrina H.
I gave 2 stars because of the customer service. My husband and I have been coming to this restaurant the last 7 months, and the last 2 visits, including this one has been horrible. Our orders were always screwed up, then they tried to not serve my husband alcohol because his Virginia LIcense was vertical, but he is 24 years old AND has been buying alcoholic drinks from this same restaurant previous times without them giving us problems. The manager tried to explain this horrible reasoning how it's the law now in Maryland to not serve alcohol to vertical ID holders... That's BS because we never had any issues anywhere else in DC and MD. Then I am served coffee, not the tea i asked for. My husband waited for his appetizer for 30 minutes, which was just onion rings. There were egg shells in my scrambled eggs. Our servers never asked how the food was, didn't say you're welcome, and on top of that we had to ask for silverware and water after we received our food! I don't know what's going on with this place, but I'm upset because I love the food here...we are not coming back. Finding a new breakfast/brunch spot to be our favorite. Eggspectation in Silver Spring, get your customer service on point, because it sucks. And good food or not, it's not worth our time or money.
(2)Sara J.
We had brunch at Eggspectation the other day and the food was good. The staff that helped us looked like there were other places he would rather be and when asked about menu items, he gave unhelpful responses ("What's cafe au lait?" "A latte."). The prices are a bit high for what you get and the place was a bit dirty - food in the menus, old chocolate sauce on the syrup containers (we didn't order anything chocolate!), etc. If you don't mind traveling for brunch, honestly, go to Founding Farmers for similar prices, better food, and better servers.
(2)Nomin D.
We came in here to use our groupon. And it was our first time there. Ambiance is cute and comfortable. Food was okay. I got French dip, but the dip was sooooo salty that I could t eat it with my sandwich which defeated the purpose. Then, my mom got some kind of meat on rye and it wasn't well season at all. So would I come back, yes to try the happy hour. But not the food.
(4)Andrew G.
Based on previous reviews, I wasn't expecting much when I went. However, I had a Groupon $15 for $30 worth of food/drinks, and was in the mood for something different, so off I went. The ambience definitely needs work. The restaurant smelled a bit funny (but then again, I'm a bit sensitive to smells, so YMMV), and the whole place just felt a bit neglected and in need of some TLC. However, the service was very good. The waitress was friendly, listed her recommendations, and smiled. The food was delicious! Much better than IHOP, that's for sure. I had the mix-n-match omelette and strawberry pancakes. The strawberries piled on top of the pancakes were incredibly fresh, and the pancakes were just right - warm, soft, fresh. The sausage omelet was fresh and cooked just right. The strawberry-banana smoothie was delicious and healthy. Would I go again? Probably. Silver Spring's a bit out of the way, but more likely, yes. I just wish they could improve the environment and clean the restaurant up a bit. Five stars. This place has exceeded my expectations.
(5)Karen S.
Very overpriced for very mediocre breakfast food. I paid about $20 (including tip) for the "Oy Veg," which was potato pancakes with freakishly tasteless tomatoes (this is tomato season, for goodness' sakes), two eggs and apple sauce. The apple sauce was listed as "Chef's fruit garnish" on the menu, which is bizarre. I thought it meant there would be actual fruit. What's wrong with just calling it apple sauce? I also got a cafe au lait that didn't taste remotely of coffee. It looked pretty, though. Maybe at half the price I'd come back? Eh, maybe not. The only redeeming thing was our waitress, who very nicely gave us separate checks for all six of us.
(2)Laura P.
We came here for Saturday brunch and were surprised to be seated when we arrived (e.g. No normal Saturday brunch time wait)! From the beginning, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The menu has great options for vegetarians and those who require a gluten-free menu. I ordered the Greek yogurt, fruit and granola and the portion sizes were perfect for a morning appetite. The only reason I couldn't give five stars was the wait for the toast (for my boyfriend) and my order was incorrect the first time and it took more that a minute or two to resolve it. Oh, and parking in the Wayne garage is free on Saturday. Winning. Update: my second bowl of granola was better than the first. My new favorite place for homemade granola. Perfectly crispy, sweet and delicious roasted almonds.
(4)Kurt G.
Not from around the area so I yelped a good breakfast spot. I was not let down. The food was delicious and my server was top notch. I came in early and he went above and beyond what a typical server would do! Very energetic and knowledgeable about the menu. Made great recommendations and also told me a little bit about the area. The food was delicious. You may think it's hard to mess up eggs but they truly care about presentation and expectations. I didn't want the choice of baked beans so my server eagerly suggested and extra side to replace! Great choice!!!
(5)Heidi M.
Never been here before but lived right around the block. Looks like I found my new regular brunch spot! I had the Southwest Benedict and it was stunning. They have an amazing gluten free selection here too, as well as some rocking mimosas. Lovely menu selection that is all very well "egg"secuted!
(5)Matt G.
In town for a show, my group and I were looking for someplace in walking distance to grab a quick dinner. Some members of our group had more sensitive stomachs / palates and probably wouldn't have appreciated going to a curry house or Lebanese, so we erred on the side of caution and came here. It looked busy and the menu was varied enough that we all could find something. First off, this place is definitely geared towards the egg lover, as you can probably tell from the name - omelets and burgers are prominent on the menu. If something on the menu doesn't have eggs in it, you can probably add it (for a price). Not really feeling the whole egg thing at that time of day, I opted for a burger with brie and mushrooms, a combination I've grown to absolutely love. When asked how I'd like it cooked, I asked for medium rare, preferably rare - I wanted pink. I was a little shocked to see that my $12+ hamburger didn't come with anything aside from a small portion of fries, but chalked it up to being in the middle of a city. After a bit the food came out, I cut my burger in half, aaand... it was hockey pucked'. Brown all the way through and a tad on the dry side. Normally I wouldn't complain about that, but if I'm paying that much for a hamburger, it'd better be cooked properly. The waitress saw my disappointment and offered to have them replace it, so props up to her. A few minutes later and I got my replacement, which was obviously rushed through the kitchen (it looked like a Smashburger, they pressed it to make it cook faster). They at least managed to cook my replacement to something near medium, and the meat was a decent quality, although the whole thing was utterly swimming in grease. The brie worked well as it always does, and the mushrooms were - uh - being mushrooms I guess. Overall, it was an OK meal brought down by the fact that it was rather pricey for what you got, and the fact that they kinda screwed up one of the easiest things in the world to make - a hamburger. No discounts for the mistake, just a few extra french fries. Couple this with the fact that it was kind of expensive makes this a place I probably wouldn't return to. BurgerFi down the street gave me an equivalent burger and was half the price.
(2)Carson K.
I ate here once while staying in Silver Spring over spring break. I must say this is the best breakfast and service I have had in my life! Awesome staff!
(5)Brittney B.
I recently visited here for the 1st time and it will be my last visit. I was disappointed with the food and the service. I was with a party of 7, we ordered drinks from the bar. Our meals came before our drinks and the drinks were watered down. The manager tried to make amends by giving us each ice cream, which was served without spoons. Was given a voucher for a free smoothie, which I will probably give away. I expected better. #sadlydisappointed
(1)Nathania C.
Watch out for that bag tax! They charged us 6.50 in bag tax for food we ate there and didn't take any leftovers of (equivalent of 130 bags as bag tax in MD is 5 cents per). We caught it and they said "it happens all the time" and they couldn't fix it so they comped our appetizer. Sounds like a lot of other customers are overcharged and they don't check the receipts before giving them out! Additionally they charged more than the MD 9 percent tax for alcohol (14.49 in drinks and they charged 1.89 tax... that's 13 percent!) Food was ok, it was rich without any exciting or bold flavors, we weren't really excited by the Bayou Benedict or the Eggspectation Burger (which was ordered medium rare and came out medium well) the Firecracker Shrimp was pretty good if you're willing to risk being scammed by false taxes on the final bill.
(2)Ari H.
I have been to this place couple of times and everytime i come.. They mess up my order or something. I know forsure that i wont be coming back to this location.They need to improve their customer service!! I'm always served runny eggs when i tell them i want them well done. Last time, my husband and i were seated but the waitress didn't showup for 20mins... People next to us who were seated after us were served first... Then our order was placed on the table next to us and vice versa...coffee and toast were served when i was done eating most of my food. Never again. I've had it with this place. Please do yourself a favor.. If you really want to enjoy your meal then go elsewhere.
(1)Rob G.
We went there for a wedding rehearsal dinner and they claimed the air conditioning was on but the whole party was sweating and we all had to change our clothes after. I will not ever visit this restaurant again it was extremely uncomfortable and I almost passed out from heat exhaustion.
(1)Zariah G.
Stopped in to grab a late breakfast. My overall review= Meh. No silverware, no water serviced, server brought incorrect drink order. Mimosas were warm. The food is ok but not for the price or for the service. The other tables near ours receive incorrect or cold food. I hope it's an off day- but we won't be back.
(1)Keke W.
Love this place! Great food and staff! Always a pleasant experience when I go here!! The lobster and shrimp grits is addictive! Lol
(5)Steven A.
While I've been back on numerous occasions since my first review, the food has held up its end. Hence the two star ratings. The service however... Completely different story. For a restaurant to be situated in the middle of a bustling fast paced city, the speed of service severely lacks. We happened to enter on a more busier time of day (breakfast), but this is what they're known for, and if eggs are your biggest marketing ploy, it's only right to take care of customers at breakfast time no? Other diners and breakfast places don't seem to have this problem. Our waitress seemed preoccupied and extremely forgetful during our sitdown. I clocked her 6:30 seconds to get cream for my coffee which was borderline out of steam. This was her fastest time of the entire service. Call me crazy, but that's absolutely unacceptable for its location. Must get better.
(2)Sean P.
For those new to Eggspectation, it's pretty much exactly what the name implies: eggs. Eggs on everything. Eggs EVERYWHERE! Cooked, boiled, poached, sliced and diced onto and into pretty much everything you could imagine. And for those who hate our little ovumy friends, they offer plenty of options without (such as burgers, salads). The food was good, and the menu just as ever-extensive as I remember it. I got one of their specialty omelets, and it was fantastic. Cooked well, not greasy our waitress really accommodating to our special requests (side of salsa and lettuce wraps instead of buns on my wife's turkey burger). For the most part, everything tasted well and was enjoyable. I've been to the Eggspectation in Chantilly, VA several times before, and had some great experiences. Not so much here. The menu I received was covered in grease, with food splattered and crusted onto the pages, pages sticking together or torn. When you feel like you need to wash your hands after touching the menu that's generally not a good sign. Service as slow, especially towards refills or general check-ins. Once the food arrived, one of my compadre's burger was over cooked (he'd asked for medium rare). His replacement burger came out rather fast, but was hastily cooked, dripping with grease unlike the original. It was clearly rushed from the kitchen. I give them credit on trying to make things right (and fast) but the end result was just as disappointing (especially given I'd recommended the place to him). TL;DR: the food was good, but I've been to much, much better Eggspectations.
(2)M C.
It was an alright late lunch. But considering the name, I really would've expected the eggs to be better. They came out limp & cold, no fluffy scramble for me. Clearly the off-peak chef knew these were subpar, & hid them on my plate beneath a MOUNTAIN of delicious hot potatoes. Confusing. And now a weird story: Strangely, two ladies at the opposite corner of the room from me were playing music on a cell phone to be *just* louder than the overhead restaurant music. Not only one song, but for the entire time they were there. The staff didn't do anything about this noise pollution, so two tables near me left grumbling. Has anyone else encountered these unwelcome DJs?
(4)Christina S.
They don't do bottomless mimosas, and the mimosas they do serve are just a gulp of orange juice. Not worth the price, given the size and lack of alcohol. Eggspectation is particularly nice in the sun, because you can sit outside and watch the little kids freak out about the water shooting out of the ground about 10 feet away. I got some form of eggs benedict, which was tasty and just filling enough, but Eggspectation is really fairly expensive for the quality and the amount of food that you get.
(2)nancy c.
The food is quite good, and the breakfast selection is varied. I especially like the wide selection of specialty coffee drinks. But the real star are the breakfasts potatoes. The ambiance is also very nice. Not your average breakfast place. Very charming. The only downside is the price. It is quite expensive for what you get. We go for a treat once in a while.
(4)Judy A.
This place is awesome for brunch with friends!! The food is great! The service was fantastic! The decor is like something straight out of a Harry Potter movie. I loved it! The only draw back is the long wait. Make a reservation and you're set! Great place for brunch with friends!
(5)Annie L.
Had a surprisingly wonderful evening here as it's been about 5 years since we have been back and so much had changed since our first experience so-so experience. The menu has changed, their food was delicious and fresh, the best appetizers were the berry salad and brie crostini. I had the waffle Benedict and husband had the burger, which were also good. Had an awesome organic mighty leaf tea selection too! Pricing was a bit on the high end, but the service was what made it memorable, Brianna was absolutely friendly and gave great food recommendations, making our experience worthwhile even near closing time and she even gave us free smoothie coupons for us to come back next time. 11/29 updating my review, second time back, service and food downgraded from last time.. down rating stars, sorry disappointed in the chicken and waffles, but green monster smoothie made it up
(3)Kristen B.
Delicious, but not out of this world. The atmosphere is nice and the wait staff is OK. I've been there twice now and both the servers I had seemed inexperienced but friendly. The prices were fair I think for what you get. Anyway I'd go back for breakfast or brunch if your looking for a nice spot to take someone to, fair prices, and great location in downtown silver spring. Plus if you love eggs benedict (like me) they have over 8 varities !
(3)Kit W.
Overall the food is very average. Similar to a chain restaurant. The desserts look much better than they taste and the entrees can be a little pricey for the flavor of the dish.
(3)Tianna S.
Yuckity yuck yuck. I wish I liked this restaurant because so many people come to eat here. I've been a few times and sadly, I'm just very unimpressed. The service may be with a smile, but it's always slow. Today, we were helped by another server(not at our request) and I could feel the looks from the original server who's table we were holding up. I had the Lobster Benny and it was okay, but of course, I "eggspected" much better quality of lobster meat. The potatoes have never let me down and I ate most of them. My poached egg was cooked perfectly, so yes, they can make a good egg. Hooray.
(2)Romel M.
This place has a bad infestation of ROACHES look at your food before you eat it and look closely at your drink too, they have roaches everywhere
(1)Tom C.
Had the Chesapeake eggs Benedict. Overall pretty good but nothing extraordinary. Need to try out more of the menu before I can really give this place a proper review.
(3)Gray S.
1 because I love the food and I think they have the best Bloody Mary in the DMV. THE SERVICE HOWEVER SUCKS. I'd give 4 stars for everything but service. However this is a review after many visits and sadly I just expect the bad service . Today though the server literally pushed us out the door and my children were far from done eating. At the table less than 30 minutes. I won't be back. 1 star because food is only part of the experience, the service makes the experience and memory.
(1)Patreace T.
This was the first time I've experienced Eggspectation. My friend told me it was great but she had never been to the one in Silver Spring. There was a 30 minute wait which on a weekend could be expected. Once we sat down though and ordered there was another long wait for our food to come. When the food came out it was not hot. We didn't have silverware yet and my friends food which came with toast didn't have it. We asked about it and it was never brought. Then when we told our waitress again she said she would bring it but my friend was already done with her other food. The food was ok but it wasn't a great first impression I am not pressed to go back or tell anyone else to go. I had Eggstravaganza with French toast, bacon, scrambled eggs and potatoes. It was enough food to fill me up but maybe I will try a different location in the future.
(3)Hengxuan H.
Terrible service, dirty plates and silverware, but worst of all the food was not even fresh (tasted literally like used table cloth). Will never visit this place again.
(1)Rebecca F.
Left after being ignored for 15 minutes when there were only 4 other tables occupied. Skip this restaurant and spend your money elsewhere!
(1)Vicki K.
I came here for the first and last time today. My french toast flambe was good, soggy but good. The service was terrible. My server never came to check to see how everything was. When I asked where the restrooms were, I was pointed to them after her back was turned to me. I am new in town and trying to find new and good places to eat.
(2)Mya W.
I ordered the Eggsuberant meal and it was not good at all. The pancakes weren't fluffy and had too much confectioners sugar on it. The eggs weren't cooked correctly I asked for over easy and they were a little hard cooked and the potatoes were awful!!!! Bland, overcooked and tasteless(lacking serious seasoning). The turkey bacon was good. My waiter was disinterested and not attentive. Had to call him on his behavior. He was cool with it and he became more attentive. Although when I ordered the potatoes I asked for some grilled onions with it. Didn't come with the meal, he went and got it on the side. He bought a whole grilled onion, it was ridiculous. Didn't like the food at all. A waste of money.
(2)Racquel C.
I've only had their breakfast ... and it's been consistently been good. Nothing spectacular, but consistently good.
(3)Marios D.
Good spot for breakfast. Contains the standard fare of items including a selection of omelettes and egg items. Had the omelette with Canadian bacon and tomato and cheddar cheese. It was cooked a little too much, with limited cheese and sparingly added bacon. Tasted OK though and the potatoes were sweet with the onion adding more sweetness. Coffee was weak and not quite hot enough - it was a COLD day. Overall an OK spot for breakfast.
(3)Marie S.
love the food! That have so much that it is so hard to make a decision! Everyone is so friendly and the taste of the food is totally yummy! Could be a little bit cheaper but it's ok because you'll get huge dishes.
(4)Michelle G.
I happened to visit this restaurant twice in one weekend. Once for brunch on a Saturday and once for dinner on a Sunday. After this disappointing double-dose, let's just say I don't "eggspect" to be visiting this restaurant again any time soon. Why did I go twice in one weekend if it was so disappointing you may ask? Well, I purchased a Groupon but didn't read the fine print - it had to used after 3PM. So we went once for breakfast and the next day for dinner (in order to use the Groupon). For starters, the bathrooms were pretty messy and kind of dysfunctional. For example, on my second visit the paper towel dispensers were just hanging open and none of the soap dispensers worked. Instead, someone had filled up a large kitchen squirt bottle with soap and left that on the counter. It was as if the manager just couldn't bothered with figuring out how to refill the soap or paper towel dispensers. At least the toilet paper dispensers were working. Secondly, the service was slow. On a Sunday night, the restaurant wasn't busy, but it still took a good 25 minutes for us to get our food. The server never checked on us after we received our food. Also, there was a really loud, really drunk lady sitting near us who could barely stand up. She kept raising her voice at her dining companion in a way that kind of demanded attention. Since we were the only ones sitting nearby, I guess management didn't think it was enough of a disturbance to ask her to leave. Actually, I never saw the manager, so who knows, maybe they just didn't care. Finally, the food wasn't good. On the Sunday evening, the salad I ordered was filled with some really limp, sad-looking lettuce and discolored cherry tomatoes. I was really disappointed and decided to wait for the server to come back so that I could send it back. Well, she never showed up and I didn't feel like roaming around the restaurant with my wretched little salad in hand, so I just ate the good parts (avocado, kalamata olives) and left the rest on the plate. It wasn't until after I left that I realized: Hey, that $13 salad was supposed to have CHICKEN on it! I am really kicking myself now for not realizing this at the restaurant. The fries on my husband's plate were stale. All in all, I didn't have a great "eggsperience" here and think it's a bit overpriced for what you're getting. Don't bother.
(1)Sara M.
I didn't know what to EGGSpect when I visited this restaurant. What I found was a large menu with tons of delicious breakfast treats....and bad service! The food was colorful, filling and fresh, the fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious, and the house coffee was good. Again, what really annoyed me was the bad service. We were seated and then left stranded without any wait service. It took so long for a waitress to wander over that my boyfriend had to get up and ask the hostess when we would be attended to. When a waitress did finally come, I will say that she was very friendly and apologetic. There didn't seem to be any particular reason for her tardiness, but it she made up for it by giving me the Orange juice on the house! She also put our food orders in quickly, because the food was served within ten minutes. Decor and outdoor seating are a joy, especially for breakfast. The food, again, was wonderful. Despite my bad luck with service, I would definitely come back here again and give them another try!
(4)Arthita G.
They tend to load up your dishes with carbs, carbs and more carbs.. potatoes and such. But you can ask them to replace it with vegetables or orzo pasta or something if you prefer. The eggs are good.
(4)Connie Y.
Should've gotten the eggs. After all, it's named eggspectation. BUT I didn't, and instead chose the crab cake sandwich. Ergo, I must take partial blame for the restaurant not meeting my eggspecations. For 16.99, the crab meat in the sandwich was quite sufficient; however, it was sadly too soggy and flavorless. It needed Old Bay or just more salt, which would've eggsponentially enhanced the flavor! In addition, the entree came with decent steak fries, but it was nothing to write home about. Now, the chicken avocado salad and 8oz steak and fries looked quite tasty! May have to try that next time. On a more positive note, their cafe latte was quite decent. It had a hint of cinnamon on top of the milk foam, which gave the coffee flavor a uniquely different flavor. Enjoyed it much more than my crab patty. In terms of the restaurant, the service was eggcellent and the waitress was extremely attentive, always checking whether I needed more water or more ice tea. Their attentiveness could have been due to the lack of customers, but I was perfectly satisfied w/ the bougie attention. Lastly, Eggspectation also had a sweet outdoor seating that would be perfect for a cool evening or a morning breakfast. However, the inside could use a major update. When you first walk through the double doors, it's a musty blue-colored entrance that greets you and then a glass bar of desserts on the left. Although, when you walk pass the dessert section, you'll find a bar area, which may interest you sport folks. If I came again, I would make sure to sit on the outside porch for the experience, and well...order eggs.
(3)Gwen L.
My husband and I were in Silver Spring last night and remembered this restaurant. We checked out the menu and decided to try it for the first time. We enjoyed being able to dine outside and listen to the live band that played across the street. What peaked my interest on the menu was the Lobster Mac and Cheese - very yummy (t I would prefer chunks of lobster instead of what seemed like minced lobster meat) but very good none the less. The garlic bread and salad that accompanied it was delicious also ! My husband ordered the Bar-b-que burger which he said was very good but messy. Our server Nolan J was excellent !! He was very attentive from start to finish. Ask for him when you go! My only complaint: THE BARTENDER - ALEXANDER T: We arrived 30 minutes before Happy Hour ended and wanted to order cocktails and an appetizer. We were told by our server that Happy Hour specials can only be ordered from the bar - so my husband went to the bar to order. ALEXANDER T places the order, my husband goes back to pay and lets the bartender know he is taking everything to our table outside. As my husband leaves the bar area he can see ALEXANDER T mocking him saying "I'm gonna take this outside". Totally Unnecessary!! Yes, we did leave a tip for him beforehand which he obviously didn't deserve at this point. Apparently - the happy hour specials are only for indoor bar consumption, which our server later explained after ALEXANDER T scolded him about it. ALEXANDER T could have just advised his customer (my husband) of the Happy Hour policy and move on to his next customer.
(3)Elizabeth G.
I went here with my mom for breakfast, and was not disappointed. I remember I tried Brie for the first time with apples and caramel, or something like that. It was amazing and the service was on point. I wish I had the money to go every morning!
(4)Andrew W.
I left here tonight extremely disappointed. After about 45 minutes of waiting, the manager approached our table and informed us that the kitchen printer was broken and it would be just a little longer before our food comes out. She kindly offered us both a discount and a free dessert. The waiter then came over and offered the same. This was genuinely appreciated. When the food did finally come out, the waiter admitted that my friend's burger had been waiting in the window and was probably cold. Ok???? Why would you even serve something you know is bad? After dinner came and went, the waiter asked if we still wanted the cake. Obviously. So, it comes time for the bill to be split and he asks who will be paying for the cake. Really? We also did not receive a discount like promised. To top it off, the waiter made a joke about our cards being charged twice, which was not well received. I don't know if this is par for the course at Eggspectation, but I certainly have no desire to try it again. There are better places to spend your money in Silver Spring other than paying $17 to wait for 3 hours.
(1)Gervaise L.
I've been to Eggspectation many times (the first time in Montreal) and generally have a good experience. I often get the same salad (Avocado Grilled Chicken) which is very good. They also have a really nice craft beer list that helpfully lists ABV percentages. But my last experience there was not so good in one respect. The usual dining room was closed because of lack of heat and we sat in the bar. The radio was on, playing terrible, dated pop music, and more than one TV was on with the volume up (sports and people arguing about Bill Cosby and Ebola). We asked the waiter to see if it was possible to reduce the noise to a single stream. He said he asked his manager but nothing ever came of it. This kind of noise pollution is a dealbreaker.
(3)Bryony B.
I was turned off from this place since I thought they just had a lot of egg things - but it turns out they actually have a good variety. I came here once or twice and it wasn't so memorable. However, this last time I really liked the menu and the vibe. I had french toast for brunch and it was really good. They also have a nice selection of cakes and pies, etc. I don't like that it always seems to be super crowded - I don't like waiting so long for a place that doesn't seem to deserve that level of commitment - but perhaps its because I'm not stuck on going somewhere in Silver Spring - and even now, there are some good places in Silver Spring if you don't get lazy. I would go back again though if friends asked - probably not on my own.
(3)Jalisa J.
Came here for brunch and thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was excellent. Got an omelet with potatoes and all was good. The mimosa's are extremely weak, this is not a good place to come for those in the least bit...no unlimited either...but they were not good at all so this place shouldn't have them. But the food is great!
(4)Anna C.
I went here last weekend to visit a friend and this was our second lunch spot on the second day of my stay. It's a diner style restaurant. I ordered a Pink Perfection smoothie, the crab cakes, and the Eggsuberant (fancy). Pink Perfection smoothie: A little too sour and water down but i still drank it all since it's healthy. It's a blend of raspberries, strawberries, yogurt and cranberry juice. Crab cakes: the crab cakes itself were small. Comes in three pieces. It was ok. Not as great as the ones i had in D.C. the day before. Eggsuberant: I was stuffed and was having food coma at the end. The eggs were cooked to my liking, over easy. The pancakes were fluffy and tasty. The sausage was oily but great. You can choose another type of meat if you don't prefer sausage. The grill potatoes are sliced in a oval shape and thin like chips. They were delicious. I think it's the best potatoes i ever tasted. It also comes with a slice of watermelon. It was alright. Service was great. Price is not too pricey. The bathroom had stalls. It was packed that day so we had to wait on line for about 20 mins.
(3)Renee' H.
I enjoy the outdoor seating on early mornings before it's crowded with kids in bathing suits playing in the fountain and teens loitering with nothing to do. I enjoy the food a lot better than disgusting IHOP, even though it is just your average morning fare. I hate, I mean hate, the juice. I get that's it's fresh squeezed from real oranges but what's the point in not straining it, giving you eight ounces of seeds, pulp, and stringy orange casing. So what you actually get is four ounces of juice and four ounces of trash. On top of that, it's five dollars! Which is crazy for one disgustingly rough gulp of juice. I would enjoy the fresh squeezed -what they call large (8 ounce) - glass of five dollar juice if it was at least strained and chilled before coming to the table. In all honesty, I and eggspectatiom both would be better off with a large (16oz) glass of Simply Orange or Florida's Natural from Giant supermarket.
(3)Kaye N.
i had visited twice in this location. the first time for bfast,it was pretty crowded and we had a 20min wait until we got seated. the ambiance was not bad. very casual. and they have a bar as well where they customers can wait. i ordered the french toast flambè with the strawberries and bananas on top. it was good but but can be overwhelmingly sweet. my boyfriend ordered the chocolate pancakes which turned out to be good as well but he said the same thing with regards to the pancakes,it was too sweet towards the end of his meal. my friend got the bagel and he loved it! the second time we visited it wasnt too crowded,twas around 3pm. we ordered steak. they where good! we also ordered the honey old bay wings(A MUST TRY!) and the mild wings. pleasant visit. staff where friendly and informative. would come back and visit again:)
(4)Andrea C.
The interior design and overall atmosphere is great, but I'll be speaking specifically in regards to food and service. The food is not very memorable and the standards are not very impressive. The mango burger is okay, but nothing special. There are far better burger places in the local area, so if you're planning on ordering a burger, I'd consider other places or think about ordering breakfast food. A friend of mine ordered soda and it was watered down so badly that there was no carbonation and the color was questionable. The first order of ginger ale failed. The next order of soda failed. After that, he settled with a lemonade if I remember correctly. The smoothies, which sounded amazing, are way overpriced. $7 for a smoothie that tasted the same as my homemade smoothies. My husband took a sip and looked at me and said, "They taste just like yours!" We definitely cringed when we thought about how we paid $7 for that... If you are ordering some form of cake, make sure you ask that it is a fresh slice that hasn't been exposed for hours. They take a slice of refrigerated cake that sits through the day. If you get a slice that has been exposed, expect a very stale piece of cake that surely won't satisfy.
(1)Cheryl R.
Strawberry pancakes were so good. Service was good. Food is good. Portions are perfect. They have a lot of choices and a bakery
(4)Sukari B.
Tried the sky high pancakes which was amazing. It's a tower of their pancakes with bacon and sausage in between each layer. I WAS IN HEAVEN it was so yummy. And the side of potatoes were delicious as well. I also ordered a sweet tea. It was tasty, not as sweet as what I'm used to but decent. Went here after church and it wasn't too crowded which was great since I was hungry. My best friend ordered the Yolk around the clock. She enjoyed it and says it was good for the most part although she had a few disappointing moments with the eggs. Overall I would definitely come back here =)
(4)Roman K.
I've wanted to come here for a long time, and I was not disappointed. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming with beautiful autumnal decorations. The tables are beautiful. I ordered the Waffles Benedict and a caramel latte, and the presentation of both was phenomenal. The eggs were perfectly poached, the waffles soft but beautifully browned, home fries perfectly seasoned, coffee expertly blended. The prices were higher than expected, but for the quality of cooking and presentation they were fair. This was during lunchtime on a Friday, and I will be returning again during peak hours to see if it's just as good then.
(5)L H.
Mmm, their pancake bacon sausage dish is delicious. I've been a couple time, but this dish is all I remember. Service is usually good, but the wait on the weekends can be long.
(4)Brian R.
Went to breakfast today after visiting my son for the weekend .... Been here 4 times over the years when we get down to silver spring .... Always good food... The staff very friendly .... Good atmosphere ... Def will be back again during our next visit
(4)Alexis K.
Took the waitress a couple of minutes to come and get our drink orders but that was rectified by decent service and pretty tastes brunch! I ordered the breakfast burrito which could have had more ingredients in it but was tastey! Husband got the Heuvos Rancheros which was also tastey! The place was pretty and cool inside.
(4)James O.
Came for brunch, service was much better than it has been in the past. Had the Nero latte, or something like that, basically a latter made with chocolate milk, it delivered what you would think that would taste like. The food is Ok, you can get every combination of eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes and waffles you could ever want, they just all taste ok, nothing bad but nothing great
(3)Paul D.
Incredibly bad service and very basic, but expensive food in one of those loud, middle-America-type of restaurants. My server never said Hi or Good Morning. She just appeared, took my order, and disappeared until I finished my meal, and asked how the meal went. I had to flag down someone to get me water, a coffee refill, and some condiments. Interestingly, there are lots of workers walking around here, and they seem pretty friendly. But my server wasn't around. The food is your basic American breakfast stuff. Bland, but popular and expensive.
(1)Amy M.
The first time we came here, we had a so-so, non-memorable experience. Perhaps they were more on their game today, but our meal was wonderful, and that included having a rowdy toddler and whiny baby doing everything they could to ruin the experience. For what this place strives to be - a family friendly breakfast'y place with a big menu, it's awesome. Great food, excellent service, and we seated 10 minutes into our 20 minute wait time. Crayons for the kids, fireplace blazing, festive atmosphere, and a fun urban location which allows you to walk off your food afterwards. Almost forgot to mention: we had a lobster omelette, breakfast burrito, and fried green tomatoes. The fried greens were tasty, but we were a bit disappointed that they didn't include a dipping sauce.
(3)Justin C.
Awesome pancakes very creative dishes. Service was a little bit on the slow side but the manager quickly addressed the problem. Overall this a more upscale version of IHOP.
(4)Tariq K.
Great spot for breakfast brunch or lunch. Service varies with how busy they are - we usually get there pretty early (kids...) and they're quick and friendly. Good for kids, good if not great food, moderately priced, safe option.
(4)Diana J.
Grits!! Delish!! Food is good service is awful. Come prepared to be ignored and then quickly rushed out. Meaning my server gave me the check WHILE I was still eating my meal. What if I wanted dessert hmmm???
(1)T W.
My family and I came here for a bday dinner. We had a party of about 16 people. We had one server :( . My family wasn't over demanding or over bearing however our server felt the need to constantly remind us that she is "just one person". Lol. The food was meh. For my appetizer I had the firecracker shrimp and the honey old bay wings. The wings were bland and the shrimp were good but nothing to brag about. For my entree, I had the jeggbalaya. It was jambalaya basically. In it was shrimp, chicken, chorizo, and crawfish tails. To me it did not taste Cajun enough. It was very bland. I tasted the lamb from a dish "lamb lollipops" the lamb tasted good. I also sampled the pancakes they were very good. I don't think I would come back here to eat unless it was for a bday dinner or something along those lines
(3)Whitney M.
Brunch/breakfast is pretty good/a little pricey. I really like their happy hour on weeknights for wine and appetizers. Service is always pretty great.
(4)Emelia M.
Breakfast food anyone? Been here maybe five times (so far). Tried the steak and eggs, crab dip, veggie omelet and crab cakes. The steak and eggs have always been good, no complaints. The crab dip was cold once which was quickly rectified. Their crab cakes are a little on the pricey side in comparison to other places, but good nonetheless. Their drinks have always been a hit or miss. Usually a miss first, then a hit with the second drink order. Their cocktails never seem strong enough in my opinion but try it for yourself. Overall a great location (downtown silver spring), a nice selection of drinks, with decent enough (sometimes eggstreamly slow) service more often than not. A solid place to dine.
(3)Casually A.
My girlfriend and I came to this place for a quick brunch. We were pleasantly surprised that at 130 on a Saturday there was no wait at all. The peach Bellini was awesome. We ordered the lobster grits and eggstravaganza, which included French toast, eggs, your choice of meat, and potatoes with onions. Every part of the meal was amazing. I will be back for more breakfast and to sample their extensive lunch menu as well!
(5)Angela T.
Meh. The food is ok. The service is mediocre at best. Something annoying happens every time I go here. The food is cold. The waiter doesn't come back forever. The bill is wrong. Ugh. I get lured in by the frequent Groupons. I'm officially over it, even at a discount.
(2)Marie S.
Visiting from Boston and was looking for fresh crab. The Crab Stack was amazing!! I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of crab. The flavored were perfect. Can't wait to stop by on my next visit.
(5)Tiffany M.
Delicious! Great atmosphere! Great staff!
(4)Boris S.
Lets have cakegasm, Chocolate Cake (5/5 NOMs). Every time I forget that this place has amazing cakes! We came here just for the desert and totally pigged out on two very rich heavy cakes. Who said cakes need to be light? Heavy chocolate is the way!
(5)Elsa M.
Here are bullet points: * Our waiter, Jordan, gets 5 stars. He was awesome. * The kitchen forgot to add cheese to two of the seven orders from our party * Jordan got it taken care of and the manager even stopped by to make sure we were cool. Nice touch, especially since they happily re-made the dishes and still had both people keep the original orders what came out without the cheese. Accidents happen, but how you handle them makes all the difference. Eggspectation is a great job * Everyone was satisfied with their meals, including me. I usually get a pancake meal from them, but this time I was all omelette and opted for the "Egg-chilada" which was good - not loaded down with a lot of stuff though (which was both good and bad). I would have liked a little more cheese and a dollop of sour cream to complete the 'chilada' feel. * We told Jordan that it was my father-in-law's birthday and he kindly brought out a complimentary waffled with whipped cream and chocolate sauce with a candle. ADORBS! And, lucky for us, it was a bit too rich for him so we call got to partake. YUM YUM! It was delicious! * Some of the members of our party tried to order dessert to take home, but they were out of the top two requests - the Red Velvet and the Cheesecake. That's a no-no! Order more so this doesn't happen again. You are known for your desserts. You don't see Cheesecake Factory running out, do you? lol * Also - it gets really crowded and a bit noisy. It's not all bad, but can be hectic. Be forewarned. All in all, Jordan's expert service, the birthday treat, and the food itself, pumped this experience up from a 3-star to a 4-star for me.
(4)Amanda M.
I really love Eggspectations and used to frequent the one in Columbia, MD pretty regularly. The food in Silver Spring is just as good, but the service leaves something to be desired. I sat on the patio yesterday with my boyfriend, who ordered an appetizer based off of a menu provided to us about happy hour specials that were 5$. We found out later that it was only 5$ at the bar, but the menu they provided was extremely misleading in acknowledging this. I asked a waiter for the manager when we received our bill, who didn't come out for 10 minutes, who I then had to track down inside. Additionally, we waited way too long for our drinks and they got several things wrong with my boyfriend's order. The food was exceptional otherwise.
(3)Meka B.
Friends came as a party of 3 & the service was horrible. After waiting an hour for food my friends food arrived & mine didnt. I ordered eggs, biscuits & gravy, & bacon. 15 minutes later I received my eggs "only". About another 15 minutes later I received my biscuits & gravy, but still no bacon. Management came over & apologized, & said the kitchen is crazy and we are not the only ones affected. After I said that I would never return he gave us cards for free smoothies. Smh By the time I ate my eggs they were cold & had shells in it. Manager checked on us again, I said I still do not have my bacon & there are shells in my eggs, he apologized & said well with all the eggs that they make shells are sometimes left by mistake. Well, it's a good thing that I didn't cut my gums on a shell. The manager came back again & said for the inconvenience my food would be free. Well, it wasn't really free he just knocked $10.99 off. I guess they were having a bad day, but this was my 1st & last time at this place.
(1)S W.
I've been twice. The first time I had the lobster omelet with the potatoes. It was very good. This time I had the lobster grits with shrimp. The grits were a bit loose for me but overall it was really good and I'd order it again. My son has had the french toast, which was great, and the belgian waffle, also really good. I like the variety of the menu. So many more dishes I'm dying to try.
(4)George M.
4.5 stars for ambience.... Nicely done. 3 stars for food, not that there was anything wrong with my omelette or the veggie crepe I ordered. Coffee was hot and service very polite and efficient. I'm going again to try some of their more ambitious dishes. Free weekend parking, great farmers market right outside on Saturdays. Silver Spring has come a long way in the last 10 years. Definitely recommended and perhaps an extra star is warranted if the non-breakfast food checks out.
(3)Quanda A.
For the first time in a long time, the service was the primary issue at Eggspectations. Our ticket was lost so our food took about 45 minutes. We were already hungry so this was really unfortunate. The good news is that the manager comped half of our meal. I had the breakfast burrito. It was good but two ChikfilA breakfast burritos would have been as good for half the price. My husband's French toast was above average. The rest of his Eggstravaganza plate was a little tired with pretty small portions. Overall, this place was good not great.
(3)Amy P.
I would actually give 3.5 stars if could. It is pretty busy here on New Years Day. Everyone is here for brunch. Some people look a little hung over. The food was decent although my husbands bacon was undercooked. Lobster Benny was just OK but overpriced. Waiter was nice. The show on one of the TVs was about the UFC so there lots of scenes with men beating each to bloody pulp. Not really something that I want to watch while eating.
(4)Lorena B.
I can be snobby about chain restaurants but I must admit that my eggspectaions were eggceeded here.* The grilled chicken havarti sandwich was nothing to scoff at, smothered as it was in havarti cheese with tomato and avocado (no eggs though). The french fries they came with were deep fried eggspertly crisp and tasted better than most restaurants' fries. Feeling bold, I ordered the Jon's Favorite Crepes for dessert. That Jon must have an eggspecially hearty appetite. The two crepes were stuffed to eggcess with strawberries and bananas and served with a scoop of ice cream. They were much thicker than what any creperie would serve but overall they were good. The dessert could eggsily be shared by two or three, if not four people. Lastly, our server Abraham was eggcellent. He was very patient while my ex co-workers and I chatted for about 15 minutes instead of opening our menus, and then spent another 15 minutes browsing the huge menu and asking questions. Plus, he had a marvelous accent. *I only wrote this review so I could use egg puns. I'm not sorry.
(3)Jeremy L.
I would give this place no stars if it were possible. It's my fault. I should've known that going into a place named "Eggspectation" would not produce a culinary masterpiece. The only thing you can Eggspect is diarrhea.
(1)Desiree M.
I've been here twice now. Once to dine in which everything tasted bland and fake. Like the eggs are not real and are substitute. So today I decided to try them again but instead of dining in I did pick up. The guy who took my order over the phone was very friendly but as soon as I walked inside I got a completely different vibe. Everyone was so stank and rude especially the bartenders. So I had to go to the bar to pick up my order and after being given a few death stares from the bartenders someone finally acknowledged me. After I told her my name not another word was spoken to me from that point forward. No give me one moment it'll be right out or here's your check. NOTHING. So I waited and realized someone placed the check in front of me so I placed my money inside, closed it and waited... And waited... And waited for over 10 mins and no one ever came back or said anything. My food was definitely ready as I placed the order 30 mins prior so what the hold up was beats me. Even if it wasn't ready or there was some type of issue at least say something or acknowledge my presence geesh!! So I waited a lil longer and after realizing they were intentionally ignoring me I took my money and walked out. So rude.... I should have asked for a manager but I had such little patience at the point I was so over it.
(1)Sierra P.
I come here with my mom and husband on occasion for brunch and always have a pleasant experience when I visit. Nice staff and the food is always good (it isn't like POW amazing good - which is why I give it 4 stars, but it's good and I leave satisfied every time). The atmosphere is really unique too, and I love their bathrooms. I definitely recommend it over IHOP.
(4)Stefanie W.
Food was inedible. Sent back sandwich with soggy bread. Salad had little or no flavor or dressing. Iced teas had to be requested twice. Not going back anytime soon. this used to be a nice place to eat.
(1)Jason B.
Good food! I enjoyed myself and will stop by next time I am in town. The French toast was some of the best I had and you get pretty good portions.
(4)Sujit B.
The place is a nice ambiance, people are friendly, but the food is overpriced and not amazingly tasty. How do you mess up a grill cheese? It was over cooked and hardly any cheese and cold. The potatoes lyanaise style are supposed to be special, but they were okay. Had to ask for a refill on my soda, ask if my English muffin was wheat (i ordered a plain, but it looked wheat because over toasted) and had to ask for the cream cheese i had ordered. We hadn't received our food yet and some girl working there just came and picked up the jelly my friend was going to use for the toast and we had to ask her to give it back. Not impressed. At least the omelette my friend ordered was good, but that was the only thing good, which i wasn't eating.
(2)Richard W.
Lower Eggspectations when you dine here.I ordered their dish California Dreaming,which was eggs Benedict over potatoes,asparagus and smoked salmon with toast on the side.Sounded good except that what I got was hard poached eggs and maybe a teaspoon of minced smoked salmon.The cappuccino came cold and week and small(gone in 3 small sips)Last time I waste $22.00 there.
(1)Milena L.
Came here for brunch on a Sunday. I ordered pancakes, they were awesome! However, we did have to wait a while for our food. Staff friendly and music was fine. I'll come here again definitively.
(4)Janice V.
Breakfast for dinner?? What, wheres my bacon! I'm a meat addict, but I didnt eat any meat that meal. Instead I ordered creme brulee french toast, crab dip, and my dad ordered eggspectation crepe. Obvisiouly the crepe was too thick because he left more than half the dough on the plate. The crab dip was too small, most of it got sucked in the bread bowl, good, but I want more. The french toast was amazing, if I didnt eat a burger for lunch that day, I would have ate the whole thing (3 thick toast slices). The server was so fake, like seriously dont roll your eyes after you say have a great day. Be fake until we leave, then roll your eyes. I am a nice customer and always say thank you to the workers when I receive my food and get my water refilled.
(4)Jackie H.
This is a really cute place located in a super cute plaza in Silver Springs, Maryland. It is about 10 minutes from DC. Anyway, I had breakfast which consisted of strawberry pancakes and a side of bacon. This with coffee. I enjoyed the pancakes and ate it up with gusto. The strawberries were good, sweet, and plentiful. The bacon left a lot to be desired. Did you know that some bacon doesn't taste good? I recently found this out. The bacon was super thin and did not have that good old bacon flavor that I know it should have. I actually left some bacon on the plate. It was that not good. Anyway, the service was on point and, as usual, I appreciate that. This place is a bit over priced and they need to just stop. The coffee was just okay, nothing special. So, I would return here as they served lunch and dinner too. I would want to try some other things they have to offer.
(3)Anu Y.
We here last night craving diner food close to 9pm. This place is definitely not a diner but a great place to eat. I had the french toast pave and harvest hot cider. My friend had the waffle pave and a mocha. The pave was awesome! A very generous amount of fruit used, I was very impressed. The french toast was awesome and I loved the moist consistency in the middle with a crunchy outside. I waffles were great too. Lost one star because the harvest hot cider was way too sweet and kind of gross. I think it's meant to be spiked and mine wasn't so it didn't taste all that good :/
(4)Jen C.
This was my first experience at this restaurant. Service was friendly. Don't expect much from the bar, but the food was good. Lobster Mac and Cheese was excellent! The grilled salmon was also good, but for the price, the portion should have been larger. Don't let the 3 stars fool you. A higher rating would have been given for better drink service, but I'll be a return customer.
(3)Justin P.
Well well well, where to start. Went here last night (Friday night) with my family and 3 little cousins. The place wasn't packed at all. We got seated, after 15 minutes of waiting for a server I had to walk up to the host and ask if anyone will be serving us after seeing numerous servers walking right past us. Finally got a server, ordered our beers for the adults and ordered the kids food at the same time. Believe this, the kids actually got their meals before we even got our drinks. Plain an simple, I have never experienced such terrible service like this before. Very inexcusable. It was like none of the servers wanted to be there. There was nothing special about the food, bland and didn't have much taste. I feel bad because I brought my family here who flew in from Michigan and everyone was very unhappy. This place needs to get it together
(1)Antoinette A.
I've been here a millions times and I love it. The food is good, I have several "go-to" meals that are consistently great. The only reason I don't give them 5/5 stars is because the service isn't always great. Often they forget things or aren't attentive enough. But all in all it's convenient, and economically priced. They serve alcohol and have happy hour at their bar. The best thing though is that you can get any meal at anytime of the day. One time I went in and got dinner for breakfast!
(4)Koral S.
Being one of the only places in the neighborhood serving breakfast - it's a place I go to by default. The menu is really extensive so either know what kind of flavors you want going in ... or expect a while to place an order if you are like me and like to go through all options before ordering. The friend I went with I love sharing food with - so this was a good place. We got the veggie omelet, the crab dip and the french toast special with strawberries and bananas. Sharing it all. Everything was done well ... averagely. What I expect from a place like this. I will say ... the waiter we had was amazing! Very tentative.
(3)Perico D.
I had a shock top beer mostly made of wheat and some chocolate, i think . it was good. the chicken florentine soup was salty. i asked for extra crackers. maria, the server was pleasant and accommodating.
(2)Dana M.
This place has a BOOK of a menu - you can get whatever you feel like, whenever! And I love breakfast for dinner (or any time of day, really), so it's a win with me! I also really appreciate that it's pretty easy for me to order gluten and dairy free :) It probably took us about 20 minutes to decide what to get! Last time I went I had the smoked salmon omelet. Nothing to write home about, but it was still yummy! Service: a little slow, but it was the end of happy hour so that was expected. Happy hour is until 8!! And it's pretty cheap too - about 3-5 bucks for wine and rail cocktails. And the house wine was pretty good! First time trying white zin and I wasn't disappointed.
(3)Jasmine K.
I've been to Expectation several times. Once about 6 years ago, and got the hot wings, they were good but a little too hot. Last year and got a chicken sandwich with avocado on Ciabatta which was great. Last week I went for the first time for their namesake, eggs. I went for breakfast and ordered the southwest omelet. It was decent but I wanted more flavor. The salsa on it was bland and I wanted more salt, and pepper in my eggs something. Seasoning is KEY! Anyways it didn't end there, 30 minutes later I was nauseous. I may try it again, but no time soon. Service was great...
(3)Skinny B.
I give this place a strong 3. C. Having lived in the area, me and my girlfriend would frequent this place often for a quick breakfast. Some things on the menu are great, others could use some work. I am picky when it comes to my food and they happily oblige my many request to perfect my meal. Say for example I request, "egg whites scrambled hard, with chives, and shredded cheese and that I'd like my corn beef hash cooked a bit longer with french fries on the side instead of hashbrowns." They don't make me feel guilty/bad about having preferences. The service is usually pretty fast and friendly, with the exception of a time or two it's been really busy and our waitress sort of forgot about us and the specific request I had made. However, they always apologize and redeem themselves for their mistakes. They seemed overwhelmed and understaffed at the moment, so no worries. I continually gave them chances until I found a wired bread twist tie in my omelette and gave up on the restaurant all together.
(3)Tony N.
Solid meal every time. It's a different type of menu from your Ruby Tuesday's, Chilli's, TGI Friday's, etc. Crepes are good. Expansive menu is entering Cheesecake Factory territory, but they can pull off the variety of options. Prices are a wee on high side. Try the salted caramel hot chocolate and a dessert crepe while sitting by the fireplace on a cool evening after a movie across the street.
(3)Maria B.
When I saw the huge menu, I knew this would not be my favorite place. I hate having too many menu choices... In addition, I'm sure the servers there are totally frustrated because I bet it takes people tons of time to order. The dish names are not descriptive at all so you have to read the paragraph below if you want any information. In spite of the first reaction, I was pleasantly surprised. We went for lunch on saturday after trying and failing to find Pier 1 in Silver Spring, and sat at the bar. The service was good and the bloody marys were much better than I expected. I had an omlette and my fiance had eggs benedict. Eggs were tasty and frankly, it was a better brunch than many of the swanky places in DC. I'd come back again if I'm in that area and in the mood for breakfast food.
(3)Dave J.
Food was ok. Poor service.
(2)Ling W.
Definitely wins for diversity of things on the menu! For example, if you decide you want eggs somewhere in your breakfast, that eliminates only half of the extensive menu. There are also tons of caffeinated, non-caffeinated, and alcoholic beverages to choose from. $2 off drafts from 3-8pm for happy hour, and they were advertising the latest "Enjoy by" from Stone brewery. I went for brunch, and will definitely check them out in the evening!
(3)Petet H.
I am giving this restaurant a five star review for the atmosphere. Breakfast here is expensive, but the decor makes it worth it. Will come back.
(5)Sharon R.
Even if there's a line, this place is always worth the wait. The staff is super friendly, and you get your food quickly. And it's delicious! I always go after a huge run because nothing is better than their omelets.
(5)Naomi D.
Do not go here if you are just trying to grab lunch during a workday. I got here at 12:30 and did not leave until 1:50pm. That's how slow the service is. Drinks took a long time to come out. So did the soups, so did the main course. The server didn't know the soup of the day and just guessed. Said she'd double check, but then came back 10 or so minutes later asking if we were ready to order. We both ordered the soups she said they had (1 of each kind). I didn't ask her to confirm the options, because she had already taken long enough to go "check" the first time. She comes out later to say the soup I wanted wasn't available, so I got what was available. Then my friend's soup came out and it was not what the server said they had either. Food was OK, but nothing special considering the jacked up prices. I got corned beef hash. The stuff out of the can is better. She never brought me my toast even after she said she would twice. All in all, I wouldn't go here again considering the bad service (it wasn't even busy) and the expensive price for subpar food. We are talking $14 for eggs, potatoes, and corned beef hash. $5 for a tiny cup of soup. Yea, sit on that.
(2)Jeff W.
Avoid this place. Seats were dirty from a smashed jelly packet. Very long wait for food to arrive. No silverware on the table. Had to ask for it after the food arrived. Waitress wasn't familiar with the beer list, or what was available. Ordered a flight of four beers, 15 minutes later she comes back and says they are out of two of the beers I ordered, but if I come with her to look at her screen I could choose from the available beers. I expect a place advertising craft beer to have a staff who is familiar with the beer menu. When the food finally arrived, it looked like it sat under a warming light for too long. Scrambled eggs had a dry crust on the outside. Eggs Benedict was cold and mushy. Food was luke warm at best. Waitress didn't recognize any of the above problems. Manager did not ask us how our meal was. Wrote this review while waiting ten minutes for the check to arrive. Won't be back here again.
(1)Bonita B.
I enjoy the french toast with the hot fruit (yum!). Each time I've dined at this restaurant, I've had attentive wait staff and overall good experience. When I visit this location, I tend to stay a couple of hours socializing and not once did I feel rushed - even during their busiest days (weekends). Note - if you like sweet southern tea... there is a little guy who makes the tea and he makes it SWWEEEET... So ask if the tea is sweet (southern style/McDonald's sweet or regular) before ordering sweetened tea. If you prefer to control your sugar intake, order unsweetened ice tea. Oh if you peek over and see the 'desserts' -- they look yummy and tempting. I haven't tried their desserts yet because I am always full and can't phantom the idea of eating anything else.
(4)Toni D.
We ended up at Eggspectation because our regular Sunday night venue, Mandalay, was closed due to a water main break that left them without water. When we go back to Mandalay next Sunday, we are making a special point to let them know how we appreciate the food and the service. We walked in at 8:15 pm. The host took off with two menus at a breakneck pace to seat us at a booth all the way at the other end of the restaurant. My husband, who has advanced glaucoma, made his way to the table at his own pace, which is slow, because he could barely see in the darkened dining area. Not a fault of the host, but the host walked back to us and said, "You're at the very end booth." We were then greeted by our waitress, Crystal. Since we were in a place that served a lot of breakfast-type food, we assumed that coffee would be a reasonable beverage of choice. So, when she asked us what we would like to drink, we asked for coffee. "Regular coffee?" she asked. "Yes. Regular coffee." I replied. About five minutes later, Crystal returned and said, "We're out of coffee." Our collective reply was "Whaaat???? That's crazy!" Crystal then began to sell us on expressos, lattes, and other types of barista coffee drinks, and we told her that we really weren't interested, and that besides, I am lactose intolerant. She then replied that she would see what she could do. Another five minutes passed, and she returned with two large mugs of coffee. Good coffee. We placed our orders. I ordered the Bayou Benedict. My husband ordered the corned beef hash with eggs and potatoes. I think it was called "Eggwhat?". Our orders arrived promptly, and the runner put our orders on the table, and took off. Mine was correct, but I have no idea what they put in front of my husband. It was not at all what he ordered. It took another five minutes to flag someone down, because we were all the way at the very end of the restaurant. Then it took another 10 minutes to get my husband's order to the table. My entree was insanely good and appropriately decadent. I asked them to leave the cheese off, and I am glad that they did, because it was not needed. My husband's entree, not so good. The potatoes were good. The eggs were okay. The corned beef hash was very disappointing. First of all, there was less than a half cup of hash on the plate. For nearly $14, we would expect more, and much better than what he got. I got the impression that this entire transaction was one-sided; they charge high prices for the food, but return very little in the way of service and contriteness. The dining out experience should be a reciprocal experience. We show up, mind our P's and Q's, behave politely, pay our tab, and tip our server. The least we can expect is prompt service, a "can-do" attitude from our server, and food that is comparable in value to the price. We honored our side of the equation. Not so much them. Not an "I'm sorry". Not an offer to comp any part of the bill for messing up the order. Not much at all. When two cups of coffee and two egg entrees total $38, someone besides the customer should be making an effort. The only reasons why this place is getting a star is because the coffee was good, there was free wi-fi, and my entree was really good. However, all that was overshadowed by the total unprofessionalism of the staff, and the utter inability to get an order right.
(1)Renelle H.
This is thee worst place I have ever been in my life!!!! I wish I had the opportunity to comment on the food...but I never got that far!!!! First thing is after waiting for 15 minutes they sat us outside in the heat! I did not make any request to sit outside with my asthma!!!! So after asking to be moved we sat on the inside and the waitress damn near whispered her name and then got smart went she didn't hear a request we had for a drink. She came back with the drinks and then took our order....we sat there for 40 minutes!!!!! NO FOOD or red headed waitress. A couple that sat beside us into our 20 minutes of waiting had been served their beverages as well as their food. That was the last straw....I told the manger and he look flustered...needless to say i walked out! NEVER AGAIN!!!!!
(1)Jon S.
This place gets one star, and that's only because the coffee was good. Unfortunately, that's all I got to try this morning. I sat at the bar waiting for someone to take my order for 30 minutes and nada. Couldn't even make eye contact with the servers. Too bad too because I was looking forward to trying this place out. Such is life. I guess I'll head to Panera Bread instead.
(1)Kenya M.
The waitress wasn't friendly at all and the service was slow. The food wasn't good either. Will not visit this location ever again. I love the Columbia location, but not this one.
(1)Michele T.
I've been to eggspectation several times but only for breakfast. We decided to try the dinner because we had a groupon and wanted to see if it was as good. I'm sad to say I was disappointed. The presentation is misleading....we both ordered pasta and when it came out, I was excited because of the great presentation. We ordered two different pastas and both tasted the same. It wasn't terrible, but it definitely wasn't great. Just generic pasta that you can get anywhere else. Suggestion: stick to breakfast! That's what they're known for and that's what they do best.
(3)Leticia P.
I really do like this place a lot. The food is wonderful. However, the service can be a little better. The waiters need to learn how to properly hold the drinks especially before serving a customer. Also making sure the dishes are cleaned before serving a customer. I do recommend this place though. Great location, reasonable prices and fantastic food. I definitely will be returning.
(4)Gino W.
Chicago has a sister restaurant called Eggsperience. The food is always delicious and I had wondered if I would find a restaurant like that in Washington, DC, while here on my short assignment. Well, DC does not have the same kind of restaurant, but a quick jaunt over into Silver Spring, MD, yielded the results I sought. The chocolate chip waffles were absolute top. Filled with chocolate chips, but not like an advertisement for a bag of Chip-Ahoy cookies -- bet you bite a chip -- these waffles required almost no syrup and were definitely not Eggo waffles. I had scrambled eggs with cream cheese in them that were done correctly. My friend had an Eggspectation® crepe that if it had not had ham in it, I would have partaken of some of hers or ordered a plate for myself. Factor in outstanding service and Eggspectation® exceeded my expectations. [Did I just write that?]
(5)Karen K.
Very close to 4.5 stars, but I was forced to round down this time. But still, closer to 4.5 stars. Went with my father for our usual Saturday brunch around 10:30. The place was nice and full but we didn't have to wait (though when we left around 11:15 people had started to queue up). We sat in the main dining room which has a "Quebecois" feel to it (Eggspectation is after all a French Canadian company)-- quaint, warm, and cozy, like a little bistrot/patisserie but on a bigger scale. We both ordered a cafe au lait to drink. 5 stars for the menu selection. There is literally anything you could ever dream up and more--crepes, omelettes, Benedicts. My Dad is a breakfast "traditionalist" and ordered a 2 egg combo that came with potatoes, bacon, baked beans, fruit garnish and choice of toast. When the girl listed the toast options my dad interrupted her after cinnamon raisin but she joked, "Thanks for interrupting me; I could have gone on forever!" So we wondered then if they make their own bread but unfortunately forgot to ask. I ordered the Boca Raton Benedict, a benedict made with spinach, guacamole, and Gruyere, I believe. Food was quite delicious. I enjoyed my benedict a lot. Eggs were perfectly poached and I took pleasure in slicing them open to see the yolk run over the dish (LOL.) I think it could have been improved by having less spinach and more guac but overall no complaints. I'm not that into breakfast potatoes but I really liked these; they were thick-cut with sauteed onions (see pictures). I really appreciated the fruit garnish (orange slice and cantaloupe slice) too, which, while definitely small, was perfectly ripe and refreshing. Dad described his eggs as "perfectly over-medium" and loved the baked beans (he was excited to see them on the menu!) and bacon. He didn't eat as much of the potatoes and toast (he's a light eater) but said both were good. And lucky me, I got the fruit! Portions were good, maybe a tiny big for us but for the average person probably about right. Service was excellent, no complaints whatsoever. Our waitress was really friendly. When I took home the extra breakfast potatoes (yep--they were that good) she casually mentioned how she loves them too, and eats them with melted cheese and sour cream, which I might go do right now LOL. My Dad and I were impressed with how the place overall seemed really well-staffed and organized, and the employees looked happy to be working there. Service gets 5 stars too. Overall wait time for food and drinks was very reasonable. Only things they lost stars for are: 1) A little more guac please... 2) Cafe au lait was a little weak, though it may have been my fault for ordering it instead of a cappuccino, which I also considered. 3) (Main reason) EXPENSIVE (The egg combo and benedict were $9.99 and $13.99, respectively.) So try Eggspectation and I highly doubt you'll be disappointed. Just know that it'll be an above-average breakfast splurge cost-wise.
(4)Dorothy S.
The food was good. The service was excellent. My server was Kamron. And he was wonderful. I will be back.
(5)Marilyn e.
This is not the place to take guest and it's not the place for a great breakfast. The food is mediocre and that's actually a compliment. My waitress was very nice but seemed overwhelmed. The glass my guest received his drink in was absolutely filthy. That's a true turn off. How clean is their kitchen? Informed management who came to our table an offered this explanation ~ it must be the detergent we used not doing it's job. Come back and we will give you a free smoothie. Really? Nope don't ever plan on going back.
(1)Neal C.
If I had to give this restaurant a performance review, they'd get a "Meets Eggspectations." Seriously though, the restaurant isn't bad. But at least from my one visit, I'm not sure what's special about them. Maybe it's my fault for not ordering an omelette? That does seem to be their specialty. They do have plenty of things on the menu that are not made from, on top of, under, or around an egg. Like a fairly standard selection of burgers and pasta dishes. It's actually surprisingly light on the egg-based dished once you get past the omelettes. I was expecting (sorry, EGGspecting) some crazy things like burgers with eggs as buns, or maybe some egg-based cocktails. But no, it was pretty normal. I ordered the Lobster Mac & Cheese because I was feeling both fancy and slovenly at the same time. Now, I think most restaurants put Lobster Mac & Cheese on the menu because it's a good way to charge $18 for 50 cents of pasta and $1 worth of lobster. To Eggspectation's credit, it was absolutely loaded with lobster meat. I've never seen so much lobster in LM&C. Now if only it hadn't been overcooked. Despite the other comments I see, our service was perfectly fine. We didn't go during a particularly busy hour though. Overall I thought they were a little overpriced, and nothing to rave about, but also not bad. Strictly middle-of-the-road. I'm not sure what on the menu would bring me back, but if someone invited me along, I would gladly go.
(3)Robert V.
As a local, I've visited this location numerous times. It's usually crowded but always worth it. The food is great and the service is usually friendly and on point. Of course, the cakes that they specialize in are highly recommended. The prices for most items are very fair. The only complaint that I have is that they need to upgrade their silverware and napkins. Eggspectation still uses paper napkins and old worn steel utensils. An upgraded set would greatly enhance the dining experience.
(4)Kris K.
Enjoy their food. Service is consistently good - wish the lines weren't so long on weekends. And don't forget thsi place for dinner!
(4)Ronda G.
First time and went for brunch with my BF on a sunday afternoon. We were told it would be a 25 min wait and given a pager that didn't work. 1 hour later we checked in at the host desk after seeing mutiple people being seated who arrived after us. Hostess apologized that our pager was broken and seated us. The waiter was bland, the decor is strange and non uniform. I had the waffle Benedict which was average but after a hour long wait for breakfast I didn't care. Best thing was the premium Mimosa with grand marnier. Will be back again until I find a great dish I know there has to be at least one.
(2)Jelece M.
Great original brunch food menu. Impressed. Those potatoes are also unique.
(4)Emily L.
Technically, Eggspectation is a chain, but since there are only two in Maryland (plus three in Virginia) the experience isn't as canned as you might find at a national chain. Atmosphere: funky-industrial, bordering on dated. Slightly-confusing layout with multiple entrances, colorful mix-and-match glass light fixtures, outside-inside cafe tables and chairs. The music is way too loud, especially over the noise of a busy, crowded restaurant with concrete floors and exposed ceilings. Service: average. Not especially friendly, attentive or helpful, but not bad either. Drinks: they have a handful of pricey juice cocktails, none of which has interested me much. Coffee drinks are okay. Food: A step or two up from diner, but not quite chic cafe: for one thing, there are way too many options (the menu is ten pages long.) I've tried the French toast, crepes, potato pancakes, bagel with lox, omelette, Benedict and burger: all were fine, but no real standouts. I've never been curious enough to try their entrees, most of which are approaching $20 each; breakfast can easily run $12-16 per person, so not cheap either. Overall, there's not much to recommend here, but I settled on three stars because it is consistent and the food is creative, if not remarkably so.
(3)Kelsey C.
I love this place. Always consistent in food quality and service. I've never had anything that I didn't like. I've only been for breakfast and usually get an omelet but sometimes I mix it up and get French Toast or Pancakes or a bagel - always wonderful. Sometimes service can take a bit but it's so busy for breakfast I completely understand. And the food always comes out fast. Highly recommend!
(5)Ashley C.
The menu is kind of all over the place. The onion rings are yummy as are they're smoothies. The pasta primavera was kind of generic but not bad. Overall the prices are good and the food is decent. Location is great if you want to grab a bite before a movie.
(3)Cassie M.
Love this place! We had the best server too: Dominck. If you can get him, you will be very happy with your service. Food is great and comes very quickly. Restaurant is clean and the bathrooms are very clean and well maintained.
(5)Janie B.
From my experience, this is not a place to go for eggs. I paid $17 for a flat, dry salmon omelet. It came with a few potatoes and some bread. I was expecting a fluffy omelet with chucks of salmon, not 3 thin slices. The person I was with ordered the BBQ burger which was actually really good and juicy. It had great flavor and lots of textures - toasted bun, smoky sauce, and a huge onion ring. Our waiter was polite and very attentive. He made sure to offer menu suggestions and my wine glass was never empty.
(3)Sweet S.
I was looking for a fabulous brunch spot, and thought Eggspectation sounded perfect. It was a total let down... It's several steps up from IHOP, but is clearly a chain... They had a hard time cooking eggs to order (over medium = runny yellows, not runny white and runny yellow). Maybe this is because their focus isn't on breakfest or brunch, they have a full menu with hamburgers, pasta, whatever. Like Denny's, but not as greasy. My companion was very disappointed in whatever they tried to pass off as Eggs Benedict. Said their Hollendaise was crap. And who the heck puts cheese on eggs benedict?! All in all, it's overpriced for the quality and atmosphere.
(2)Good E.
I came here with one of my girlfriends for some food and gabbin'. we had heard good things about this places so my eggspectations were a bit high; no pun intended! I got the lobster benedict, which came with strawberries and lyonaisse potatoes. overall it was good. i also had a piece of cake , raspberry amaretto which was pretty good. my main qualm is the price. these two items were almost thirty bucks! holy moly. they do realize that eggs cost like 20 cents right? and flour is also a cheap ingredient..but anyways the overall thoughts were this was fine to try as a 'breakfast for dinner' but i think i'd rather go to cracker barrel or bickfords for same quality food and less of price tag.
(3)Denise K.
I really liked my quesadilla. Overall this seems like a decent place with great brunch options.
(3)Steph W.
I loved my meal!!! (the all American) everything was super yummy...except the sauage patty that was weird ask for another link instead...now my husband had the eggs Benny and he said the hollandaise was too lemony and there was hardly any on it. We both liked the hashbrowns they taste deep fried!! Mmm so crunchy! :) Also the staff seemed nice, but we only got one water refill. lol
(4)sara h.
yummy chocolate chip pancakes, and chicken spinach savory crepe. i'm picky about food..dc has some of the crappiest restaurants...but this place had great service and great food..
(5)Erica A.
The food was great. The service was a little slow but I think it's because they were so busy. I'll definitely be returning.
(4)Liz B.
The food here is mediocre at best. The service is awful. I always have great expectations (no pun intended) when I walk in the door for brunch. There is a line so one would think the food and service are incredible. They're not. The last couple of times I have really regretted my choice. I had a waitress who forgot to bring me my drink until after the meal and my poached eggs were overdone. Then, I had a bartender that I had to beg for utensils and who got the order wrong. Don't waste your money. Go to McGinty's for brunch instead.
(2)Ritzie C.
I had breakfast here one recent Saturday morning with the Captain and the food has gotten ... better! Before it was most definitely a 2-star kind of restaurant - and that was reaching. But maybe they switched up the cooks in the kitchen because we walked away pleasantly surprised. The Captain had the classic benedict and I got the waffle benedict. The eggs were poached evenly and the hollandaise wasn't separating. Even the potatoes with sauteed onions somehow tasted better than before. We sat at the bar to eat and the service was also good - coffee refilled, attentive service ... what went right here? You know, it doesn't matter. What matters is that we had a good breakfast here and would probably come back - and NOT as a last resort. Well done, Eggspectation.
(3)Will R.
Food was good. Great breakfast selection. Nicely presented. Lobster omelet was nice. Unfortunately, service was low rate. Friendly server, but food came without silverware. It took five minutes to catch the waitress' attention. Toast never came. Had to remind waitress who looked perturbed to be asked. Still, in all, not a bad brunch spot.
(3)Sonya W.
It took dozens of visits but I am finally admitting that this place just ain't that good. I will say that their muffins and yogurt are two very delicious options, but short of that, and especially when it comes to their eggs, it's just bad food. You can do better. Especially for how pricey it is.
(2)zabby w.
For a chain restaurant I would say this is the WORST food I've had in a very very long time. I think other low-budget chain restaurants like Denny's would have fared better. I came here for dinner I ordered the grilled chicken mustard sandwich. The chicken seriously tasted like it was frozen and just placed in a microwave. The fries were lackluster. My wife ordered the spinach and mushroom crepe and it was barely warm. We ordered one pound of wings and guess what? it was EIGHT wiings for $12. OMG. These were not magical JUMBO wings but small to medium size wings. Overall, our meal was about $50 but I would have been better off going to Chick-Fila for a $15 meal. This place is a absolute STAY AWAY and I would give it negative stars if I could.
(1)Jill M.
It's not bad. Basically, they have a really long menu, huge dining room, bland decor, overpriced drinks, and everything else you'd expect from a chain restaurant. I do love eggs, though, and between the eggs benedict and omelet options, I was happy. They also had some great coffee drinks on the menu. I ordered the California Eggs Benedict, and it was good - not too cheesy or anything, and the eggs were perfectly poached and runny on the inside. I should add that they were great about accomodating substitutions for their dishes (such as swapping fruit for potatoes, or potato latkes for bread). Everyone in our group of five seemed to really enjoy their meal, and I'd definitely go back for brunch with a group.
(3)Kristen H.
I had been wanting to visit this place for awhile since it is right by my office. and I had gotten a Groupon deal to go. My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday night and it wasn't too packed, we were able to get seated right away. The waitress we got definitely kept us waiting a little longer than we'd like for drinks, food, and the check. Everything on the menu sounded delicious, it just took a long time to read through all the options because their menu is huge. I did feel a little rushed my the waitress to make a decision, but I did end up picking something that was quite delicious. I went with the french toast flambe with strawberries and bananas on top with two overeasy eggs on the side. Man was this good! The sauce from the flambe was so sweet and flavorful that I didn't even use regular syrup. The french toast was very fluffy and was great for soaking up the sauce, and the fruit on top was just the right texture to go with it. Overall it was a really good experience and I would love to go back. I just want more time to look at the menu! haha
(4)Rosanna W.
thanks to our server who gave great suggestions to eat! i love love brunch food and was craving waffles. had the waffle benedict, the benedict was on point, n waffle was delicious. so delicious my friend and i ordered a fruit covered waffle that was drizzled with a sweet cream. hah fat status, but the fruits tasted yummy and the cream was light n not heavy at all :) i enjoyed my brunch food!
(4)Izzat A.
Had a Groupon for here so went to dinner with the wife. Service was pretty slow but the food made up for it. I had one of the best chicken sandwiches that I've ever had here. I know that's alot of hyperbole, but it was very very good. The sandwich came with avacado on it but I had them sub some mango and it was awesome. They have this BBQ sauce which is amazing. Wife liked what she got. Prices are decent. Will come back.
(4)Nick R.
Quality control nightmare. Pros: + If you need a large selection, Eggspectation has you covered. Shorter than a Cheesecake Factory menu, but very diverse as well + For the price, portions are decent. + The menu makes eggselent jokes at its on expense. Cons - Quality control nightmare. Our table ordered the same meal, two eggs, pancakes, grilled potatoes, choice of meat, with fruit. - Nothing was hot. Perhaps warm. Just short of cold really. - The potatoes were overcooked on one plate with some onions, undercooked with no onions on another, and correctly cooked and loaded with onions on the last. - Pancakes were similarly cooked, or not cooked. Undercooked pancakes are bad mmkay? Also, the refire was also undercooked on one side. - Service was pretty awful. Hostess didn't communicate that she was grabbing menus and returning shortly. - The waiter wasn't much better. 5 minute wait at the start. Didn't bring water (all the other tables had it?), didn't check if the food was alright, and was just generally confused and slow (maybe this is why it was cold?). - No coffee refill? - The biggie, none of the food was really tasty. I suppose the yoke's on me for thinking the positive reviews meant things were improving, but they're not. It's not hard to see either, a look at folk's faces, and no one looks happy eating their meal. Either the entire restaurant needs Xanax, or something is seriously wrong at Eggspectation.
(2)Carmen C.
i'm not a breakfast person but my husband is. i love coming to Egg for breakfast there is plenty on the menu i can eat and my husband gets to have breakfast. i come often for lunch love their salads. i can always count on great service and great food! i've also used their catering services on many occasions and highly recommend it.
(5)Lesley T.
Eggspectations, you most certainly did not meet my expectations. I've been here before, but not in a few years. Thought I'd come back today and remind myself of how good it is. Yea, our meals were good...we were content. Drinks, not good at all. Service however....not so much either. Awful. Terrible. Won't be back. Customer service is extremely important as apart of a dining experience. If you don't like your job, quit. If you know you're not doing the job well, quit. If you know you don't care for the customers satisfaction, quit.
(2)Sep S.
I was told on many mornings by many of friends and others, that i make a mean delicious omellete. Indeed I love making omelletes or anything with eggs in it. And I'm damn good at it. So when I saw a place that serves omellettes from morning until day until night; &** YEAH!; i damn well checked it out; and yeah, i had an omellete for dinner. I got this avocado, mozarrella, cheesy, fresh tomato, garlicky, meaty omellete; which comes with toast and fine butter; and add to that a hot chocolate/coffee blend they have here; and you know what, yeah, it was good. I love omelettes. I can eat an omelette anytime of day. Probably wasnt as good as the ones i make, but still, when you're out in the middle of nowhere for no good reason and its cold, get yo goddamn omelete and be a boss. And that's what I did. And it was good. Remember, Omelette for dinner. In all frankness, this place is delicious. Check it out. OK OK OK. fine. My EGGspectations were met!!! hu hhuhu huh!!?!? lol. cheers fellas!
(4)Erin H.
Food was overall undercooked and wait staff was unavailable. Sent the bacon back to finish cooking; was almost finished eating my omelet (slightly undercooked, but edible) before I could get someone's attention to ask when the bacon was coming back. When she brought me the bacon (the old stuff or fresh?), she said the manager was coming over to talk to me. The manager never showed. The toast was warm, but not what a reasonable person would consider as "toasted", but didn't send it back because was still waiting for the bacon and still looking for wait staff. Wasn't offered a coffee refill until the meal (including bacon) was finished and no one came around pouring coffee, plus couldn't find anyone to ask for coffee. Was offered a dessert menu after breakfast though. Cooking and customers seemed to be duel inconveniences for this restaurant on this particular day.
(2)Tiffany F.
Great breakfast spot. It opens really early which is very cool on the weekend. The crepes with chicken, mushrooms and peppers was really good. This is my first time but won't be my last time here!
(4)Ashwin M.
Saturday Brunch: Not up to par with my many stellar experiences at Eggspectations in Columbia. Mostly it was the service that came up short. Had to remind our waiter three or four times for silverware, small plates and bread, and entrees took forever. My Spinach Florentine Benedict was yummy, and both friends who got Egg-Chiladas devoured them in no time. Awesome hot chocolate too. Would give 4 stars, but deducting one for subpar service and because one friend's huevos rancheros was rock hard (the tortilla). That said, my party of 7 got seated within 15 mins on a Saturday at noon, not bad! It's always nice that they can seat incomplete parties without any problems.
(3)Laurie K.
The breakfast is good, and it's very crowded on the weekends. But the lunch and dinner offerings are to be avoided at all costs. Go to drink, sit out on the patio and people watch. Enjoy the desserts. But for a meal when you're hungry? No, try the nearby restaurants.
(2)Hina C.
Don't waste your time or money. They don't even use good eggs because this place is a bad egg :P nothing special you can make a better quality and better tasting breakfast at home.
(1)Emily R.
Great food for breakfast but an insane wait on the weekend since there are no reservations. Dinner food is average at best and the service is really lacking, even with a half empty restaurant.
(4)Neal Gone Daddy H.
We got here on a Sunday at 10am right before a big rush came in. We ordered huevos rancheros and chesapeake eggs benedict. first bad sign was the huevos rancheros came out with the remains of the bottom of the tortilla chip bag, all cracked and stale. the egg whites were also raw on the over easy eggs. yuck... but the chesapeake eggs benedict was the worst thing of all. it seemed like they just cracked open a can of crab meat and made some sprinklings on top of two mucky benedict lumps and charged us $18.00. The whole mess stunk to high heavens.
(1)Phx D.
Great unique spin on breakfast. Fresh ingredients, great service, great ambiance. Definitely Recommend it. Down side, no parking.
(4)La B.
When we've come on both occasions they dont have any pie! However the food is good. We've had the western omelet, french toast flambe, and steak and eggs. All are really good and well flavored. We dig the hot cocoa too. They have pepsi products, but not many alcoholic drinks. The menu is vast with items from sandwiches, to crepes, to fish. Booths and tables are all accommodating and spacious and wheelchair accessible. Staff are professional each time we visited and know the menu well.
(3)Lalou A.
We were visiting from out of town and decided to try this place. Wow were we sorry. The waitress was friendly enough, but the food took forever to arrive. Another person in our party had to wait 15 minutes for a salad with not many other people in the place! They served what tasted like old garlic bread. My daughter and I ordered burgers hers with ketchup only, I with onion rings, her with fries. We ordered them medium well but when they arrived hers had everything on it and both came out burned. I tell u if they are trying to provide hockey pucks to the nhl they are on the right track. The waitress told us the cooks were Spanish and couldn't understand. Do you need to speak English not to burn the hell out of your food? So we sent them back they came back much quicker than the 20 minutes we waited last time not quite as burned. The manager came back and apologized but actually said the burgers were ordered medium well and cooked to perfection by her best chef!!!!! I told her that I don't know what your version of perfection is but this not it she fake apologized and quickly rushed off to remove it from our bill. Unbelievable. Do not waste your money or time at this place or you'll be sorry! (This was written by my husband Michael, he was so beside himself! LOL!)
(1)Siv L.
Came here for brunch at 9:30 and fortunately there was no wait. The menu is extensive so it was hard to narrow down what we wanted. I ordered the All American (2 eggs fried, medium, potatoes, beans, fruit garnish, and 2 slices of bacon, Canadian bacon, ham, sausage, toast) -- everything was great and I especially liked the potatoes that were served with sauteed mushrooms. My boyfriend ordered an omelette with egg whites, mushrooms, veggies with a side of corn beef hash. He also ordered a smoothie (which was kind of expensive $7). Service was fast, everything was good. Would come again.
(4)Starr C.
I was in downtown Silver Spring for dinner and we decided mostly on a whim to go to Eggspectation. Since it was Saturday night, we did have a bit of a wait. The hostess gave us a buzzer and we browsed the shops for a short while before heading back just as they buzzed us. Service is very nice. A little bit on the slow side, but again, considering it was Saturday night, I have nothing to complain about. I ordered a vegetarian omelette and my date had the Bagel Benedict? My omelette was fine. Nothing super spectacular, it's a pretty simple veggie omelette that came with some grapes (I was sort of confused by this XD) and potatoes that seemed to have soaked up a bit too much of the oil they were fried in. Our server kindly brought me salsa when I asked for a small dish. He was a bit slow bringing out my toast that is supposed to come with my omelette though? Luckily, I changed my bread a few minutes in, but I was kind of concerned that making my toast was taking as long as it did. Neither of us had ever had eggs Benedict before (shocking, I know), so I can't really comment on how it was. Atmosphere was pretty nice. There was a nice buzz of people, dimmed lights, and smooth music covering everything. It's good for an intimate get-together. All in all, I love having breakfast foods for dinner, but I feel like it could've been done better.
(3)Libby F.
Happy Hour at Eggspectation: Coming here for happy hour is like going to T.G.I.Friday's for happy hour. Generic food, but not bad food. If you are looking for bargain prices in Downtown Silver Spring then this is the place for you. For one thing, happy hour goes to 8pm! All appetizers except for the mini crab cakes and crab quesadillas are half-off. That means you can get a decent-sized chicken quesadilla for $5.00. I had the bruschetta and it wasn't my favorite; not something I'd order again, but $2.75 for a Sam Adams draft just might draw me back to their patio again. Doggies welcome.
(3)Jannett L.
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants. The good is always delicious and the service is great. Last time I went was for Valentines Day, my boyfriend and I had the Valentine's day special which was a great deal. I couldn't get over how good the Grilled Salmon was. Plus, I love all the egg-puns! Definitely recommend!
(5)Clare M.
Interesting menu. Good desserts and coffee. Nice atmosphere. I'd go back
(3)Adam G.
The food is pretty good, but not for the price. It's never tough to get a table, though, and the service is generally reliable. Our server was courteous but forgot to bring our toast after explicitly mentioning she would. Also, when you have to pay almost $4 for a small juice, even if it is fresh squeezed, it's disheartening.
(3)David P.
Absolutely phenomenal breakfast location. I had the 'Yoke around The Clock' earlier this summer and it is still the best breakfast I have had in years. Very popular place, for the right reasons, and we will definitely be back next time we are on the east coast!
(5)Sasha N.
After some less than favorable reviews about the service, I was hesitant. I had brunch here in July, 2014 and the service was amazing. Very attentive young waitress, took our order promptly, etc. We sat in an outside table which was really nice. Great food. A little pricey, but I would definitely go back.
(4)Octavia M.
I dined here for brunch on 2/5/2014 with my husband and daughter. This was our first time here and we were having mixed reviews between the Silver Spring location and the Elliott City location. After reading several reviews for both locations, we decided on the Silver Spring location. Upon arrivial I had called this location to just verify the location and to just get some basic information. I spoke with the mananger Scott and he was just delighted.. I informed him of the mixed reviews in which I was getting from the Silver Spring location and he insured me that I would have a pleasent time. We arrived shortly after 12 noon and was seated promptly. Upon arrivial I noticed the decor from the outside coming in. I was very modern and chic. We sat next to the fireplace and the place was just grand from there. Our server, Dominic was just awesome he came over and greeted himself right away. We ordered the crab dip for an appetizer and it came out in a timly fashion. I was FANTASTIC. For our main dishes we ordered the the southwest omelet and the eggstravagana. TWO THUMBS UP EGGSPECTATION.. The best yet.. I plan to visit this weekend. See you all soon:)
(5)Virdina M.
Service here can be really crappy and inconsistent BUT their omelets and yogurt/granola are good. My little sisters liked their chicken tenders and fries. I also do love their smoothies. It's a decent place in downtown SS.
(3)LMarie C.
Food is ok. Breakfast is good...dinner is overpriced. The omlettes are fresh. Dinner food was a bit bland and just ok.
(3)Charlotte S.
The food here is fantastic! I've come here with friends multiple times and will continue to do so. The breakfast food here is so good and fresh! I love the grits they serve here, so much flavor! I also had this really good burger here one time, I think it was a Mango Burger or something. It was like a regular burger with mango and a special dressing, it was soo good! I just wish they would slice the mango differently so if doesn't keep sliding off the burger (cut it more like slabs than fries). Not a big deal, will definitely be back!
(5)Tim H.
Lots of interesting things to try--definitely worth coming back to again and again. You should definitely go into it with high eggspecta...oh never mind. There's a broad selection of breakfast favorites, occasionally with a unique twist (their 'eggcentricies'). Everything I've had has been delicious, though as with all breakfast foods there seems to be a stark divide between sweet and savory. I haven't tried anything not breakfasty. The drinks/juices are good too but pricey. It's not as creative a menu as you might hope for (especially in the waffle/pancake/french toast category), but it's certainly solid and has good vegetarian / healthy options that aren't totally lame. It'll be crowded when you really want to go (weekends for brunch), but it's never taken me more than a half hour to get in, and it's right at the fountain so come during the Farmer's Market and walk around a bit while you wait. I'm very glad to have an Eggspectation in the neighborhood--it's a great place to take family or friends for a reliable breakfast that's nicer than a diner.
(4)Maxxy C.
Very disappointing. I ordered the Tuna Nicoise salad. There were no green beans in this salad! Tuna Nicoise salads have green beans added. They were included on the menu but not in the actual salad. The chocolate martini was the worse ever! It was not creamy. This is an amateur place. Avoid it, they are not ready!!!!
(1)Carissa C.
This place has really gone down customer service wise. The food is still the same, some days are better than others. But the customer service is just annoying ! Half the time they never greet you when you enter and everyone knows how important that is. You have to wait for someone.. or ANYONE to seat you. Calling to place an order for pickup is a nightmare, the phone rings for close to a minute, then you have to hold. Maybe they're short staffed or maybe they lost their Eggspectation, funky vide but either way this place deserves two stars.
(2)Bryan W.
Probably one of the worst dining eggsperience in my life! I ordered a simple dish with sliced Canadian Bacon eggs and crepes. And it reminded me of the bar scene from The Ricky Bobby story. The crepes were pre made, which I don't have a big problem with but they were as thick as pancakes! They were stored in plastic and "nuked" in that same plastic. You could actually see the marks from the bag on these massive pancake, ummm I mean crepes. I tried to eat the other components but the Canadian Bacon tasted and looked like regular processed Ham. COLD EGGS! I asked for a menu so I could order something else. Medium Rare Bacon cheese burger. It was just a little seared on both sides . The cheese didn't even melt. Very slow service. I always wondered why the locals call the street Hellsworth Drive..
(1)Val A.
this was a pleasant surprise. I was expecting an ihop experience but the food was better, the potatoes were tasty and the shakes were very refreshing. We sat outside and had a table that was on uneven ground, my daughter spilled her fresh squeezed OJ and they cleaned it up and didn't charge for the refill, very very cool.
(4)Michelle B.
Solid 4 Wait time family of 5 - 5 Waitress - very nice, professional, pleasant and knowledgeable of food - 5 Food presentation - 4 Originality - 4 Taste- 4 Overall experience - 4 Didn't get a 5 rating because there is always room for for improvement . Coffee could be better
(4)Edwin M.
I just had the most delicious burger EVER!!! I got the eggspectation burger and WOW... My new favorite place to pig out! I don't know why this place received three stars. Must be the long lines. Only con I have is that they could have gave me more fries, Huge burger and little fries. Definitely will be back again!!!
(5)Peg H.
Ate here twice: Breakfast and lunch... Food was pretty good but service is slow. First meal no one else there but think the cook struggled to make the order efficiently. Lunch: the place was busy so it was slow due to the #of customers... Beverage never came so service was the issue. Glad they make accommodations for Gluten Free!
(3)Brett M.
Breakfast is the best stuff on the menu and there is definitely a lot of it! I wouldn't go here for dinner.
(3)Walter M.
I dined at the Eggspectation in Silver Spring, Great view if your sitting outside. My wife and I had the Groupon deal and they respected it as long as you had the voucher in hard copy; they don't accept the voucher from your phone. I had the jambalaya dish, and it was fair. They do serve a good portion, but too big. They're not selfish in adding all the meat or seafood. What I didn't like about the dish was it was too heavy on the cream or oil. Also, their meat is frozen, not fresh. however, it wasn't too much of a dealbreaker. My wife had the tropical chicken salad. She said it was terrible, because it did not bring the sunflower seeds or the papaya that was supposed to come with it. Also, the chicken had way too much seasoning. Overall, I would go there again for just the breakfast and burgers. Everything else in the menu they end up screwing up. Burgers are decent. Breakfast is good.
(3)Aubrey B.
Was really looking forward to breakfast here, but was slightly disappointed. Had the western breakfast burger, basically a western omelette on a brioche bun topped with lettuce and tomato. Wasn't great, but wasn't awful, just mediocre. This, combined with poor, slow service would make me hesitant to come back.
(3)Nichole N.
Originally I was unsure what to expect but since they had a GROUPON for this place I decided to check it out. I had breakfast for dinner and was so excited until I tasted my food. The portions were a bit small, under seasoned and nothing that I couldn't make myself. Overall, Eggspectation is not a breakfast place just a place that happens to serve breakfast items all day. A true foodie knows what I mean by that!
(3)Shachi B.
*Booming Announcer's Voice* Ladies and Gentlemen, if you like generic, bland, uncreative chains, then boy, do we have a place for you! Introducing... Eggspectation! Back to my review: It's a chain, and you can feel it the second you walk through the door. Everything seems too well placed, and even the spiral bound menu gives it a Cheesecake Factory feel. Oh the humanity! Anyway, on to the food... My food was terrible. I've been here a couple of times, and each time the food failed miserably to impress me. I LOVE me some breakfast, but when blueberry pancakes are merely plain pancakes with blueberries sprinkled around the edge of the plate, I'm gonna look elsewhere. The syrup on the side was warmed, which was a decent touch. Too bad the pancakes were room temperature. I've also had the Eggs Benedict and just like their namesake, they are a traitor to eggs everywhere. Terrible. Simply terrible. Was the hollandaise made from a freakin' mix or something? My friends seemed to enjoy their eggs and quiche respectively, but nothing looked tremendously appetizing - the plates were so overloaded with garnishes, side dishes and other things that it became a little overwhelming to even look at. Also, DO NOT order the lemonade! Minimal lemon taste, maximum sugar high. In fact, I suspect it's just crystal light in a pitcher. Eww. If you're craving breakfast, stick with a simple Mom & Pop place or a small business elsewhere. This place just isn't worth it.
(2)Marie Y.
Went one night wanting breakfast and ordered the Chesapeake Eggs Benedict.... #perfection with great service!!!
(5)Charmie S.
My first eggsperience (ha, sorry!) with these guys was in Montreal. I was home recently and hit it up for breakfast. Never fails. Believe it or not, I've never had one of their omelettes, their signature dish. It always looks to big for one, so I had one egg, french toast, and the potatoes. The service was super speedy, and the waiter was accommodating to let us move to an outdoor table. I asked for my eggs over medium and they came as so.The Canadian bacon was crisp, well done. The French toast was perfect -- not over-egged. Whatever the house syrup was, it was sweet! The best part for me is always the menu. All the egg references never quite get old. Always eggciting!
(5)Amir K.
The food is great and cheap for the quality you will get. specially considering there are not so many place with Saturday brunch in Montgomery county. However, you might wait forever and your bacon can never be crispy enough.
(4)Jennifer C.
Usually an avid patron, I am EXTREMELY disappointed in the worst $20 I've ever spent on a meal. I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict. Once upon a time this was a poached egg and lump crab cake on an English muffin with hollandaise. NOW it is a poached egg on English muffin with cold hollandaise sprinkled with crab remnants (with shells)! And they still charge over $18 for it!!! Awful! If you value your hard-earned dollar, do not go there until they begin valuing us as customers.
(1)Tara L.
The place to go to watch a game and drink a smoothie in downtown Silver Spring. This is eggs-actly what I did last weekend when I met up with my lady ballers. While it may be a more common practice to drink a beer while watching the game, it was much more refreshing to watch while sipping on on a mango-banana fruit smoothie. I never even realized there were so many television screens here above the bar area. I'm disappointed to report however, that I was less than impressed by the food I ordered here the following week for lunch. You probably know that I have a tendency to often order outside of whatever a restaurant is known for. (Always unintentionally.)Following this trend, I skipped on the egg dishes and went for a turkey club sandwich with fries. The sandwich was huge, but was overpowered by a crap ton of turkey. The fries were crisp and warm but lacked flavor. Our waitress, on a brighter note was fabulous and attentive, but otherwise the dining experience was fairly average and far from eggstra-ordinary. Other than the bar area, I think what this place has going for it is menu versatility: there are so many dishes to choice from that you are sure to find something for anyone here. Oh and they got love for da kids! On Mondays, children under 12 eat free with the purchase of a regular entree.
(3)Monica S.
From first glance the menu looks awesome! Don't let it fool you. It is long and over drawn out. So many items to choose from. The hostess did not even speak I just told her one please. The waiter took a while to come and take my drink order. I ordered the Boca Raton eggs Benedict. Sounded great... Nothing good about it besides being edible. I needed ketchup for the potatoes and hot sauce for the eggs bene. The egg was not poached but rather hard boiled. The hollindase tasted like a powder mix and the guacamole was scarce but almost brown in color. The almost absent fruit of the day being grapefruit looked as if it has been sitting out for days on end. It was super dry to the touch. In all I was excited about the menu but highly disappointed. Between the staff and food I would not reccomend this place.
(2)Y V.
Disappointed after high eggspectations. I didn't realize this was a chain. After seeing a huge line at this place on a Saturday afternoon, I thought this had to be a great place. I like all foods and all things fried eggs, but this was such a let down. You'd thing a place with "egg" in the name would be good at making eggs. It's not. Don't expect something amazing or crazy. I'd put it a notch or two above IHOP but only because the restaurant setting makes you think you think you should be getting better food.
(2)Angel W.
What a great place for brunch...and good for groups. I've been here on several occasions with different size groups and the restaurant was able to easily accomodate us. Each time, the food was enjoyable and they have some healthy options too. They serve a "Pagé", yogurt which is a huge ice cream dish filled with yogurt and topped with all kinds of healthy fruit. I really enjoyed the other kind of "Pagé", which is pancakes with assorted fresh fruit like strawberries, kiwi and banana with some English Cream poured on top. They tend to do "twists" on their food, which I find refreshing. For instance they do a bagel with yogurt, honey and mixed fruit. Eggspectation also serves the regular classics and brunch fare, salads, eggs, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, etc. They serve every type of coffee all kinds of ways - espresso, latte, cappuccino, and then some They also serve healthy blended smoothies with fruit, yogurt, juice, honey etc. I really like that they offer so much variety and that they offer healthy choices so everyone can be comfortable and still stick to their diet. Apparently they do not take reservations which surprises me b/c I typically only dine at places that take reservations but I guess they seated us pretty quickly b/c I don't remember ever waiting for a table.
(4)Sana J.
We came here a week ago for brunch and it was rather underwhelming, unfortunately. I've always been curious about this place (mostly because of the name! :P) but it turned out to be disappointing. I got the Southwestern Benedict and it was just okay. If the service was a bit better, I would've added another star but really I don't blame our server. It just looked like the staffing was off because there were so many people there for brunch and just such few servers to accommodate everyone appropriately. I know they can only do so much when they're understaffed but we waited so long for simple things like coffee, hot sauce (I can't eat without it), and refills on water. With the food just ordinary, but expensive, and the service scattered - I don't think I'll be coming back.
(2)Hain L.
i don't get the hype about this place -- overpriced & bland food and a boring menu. I'd much rather go to a real diner.
(2)Tiffany H.
Love the food, service was friendly and they didn't mind my friend's raunchy jokes, in fact the waiter joked along with us!! We had a great experience and lots of fun. Only drawback was that it was cold and the chairs were uncomfortable. They also did not take reservations but I am not sure if that was just the time I called or not.
(4)Monticello Y.
These guys would be good if they hired some people who knew the difference between medium and well done. It really makes a difference
(1)Tawana A.
The food is GREAT but the service sucks! I've been at this establishment 3 times. The first time was superb. The second I just chalked it off to a bad night. This last time was enough for me to vow not to return. Waiting 12 minutes for water and for the waitress to return to take our order was insane. To almost have to get our own silver ware was insane. To have to go to the bar to get my check, or better yet have the waitress at the bar call me to come over to the bar to get my check, was crazy. I'm big on tipping but tonight they got nothing. It was well deserved.
(2)Sarah M.
I've been here twice since my first review, and I just really need to recommend the mango burger and the banana pancakes. SO GOOD. Especially the mango burger. The orange-honey mustard sauce is delicious and goes so well with the mango. The food is really good, and I'd give it 5 stars now, except for the fact that a group and I had to wait almost an hour for a table once, which was ridiculous since they could have moved two smaller empty tables together.
(4)Ros K.
I ordered the Chesapeake Benedict* (Two eggs poached on a bed of lump crab meat with gruyère cheese and our classic hollandaise sauce.) Even though the description states the the eggs are on a BED of LUMP crab meat this was clearly not the case! I had a few STRINGS of crab meat under a slather of hollandaise sause (I guess so you could not tell that there was NO crab meat). When I asked the waiter where my crab meat was, he said that it comes like that. This this is suppose to come with chef's seasonal fruit garnish and grilled potatoes. The potatoes are not grilled but fried and the seasonal fruit consisted of one slice of melon and one orange slice. You would enjoy this place if you like misleading menus and small portions.
(1)Alexandra S.
As one would expect from the name, their egg dishes are really excellent. I have an omelet almost every time I go and they cook it just right. The service can be a bit slow around Sunday brunch time so we just sit at the bar counter where the service is always great. Coffee is pretty good too and the muffins are good albeit not the best ever.
(4)Duke F.
This place reminds me of many hangovers in DC area... located downtown silver spring .. I always meet my boi t lewis at this place. The bartender krysti at that time always makes my drinks beyong strong. I call it alcohol poison.. when order the long island ice tea;; they always give u a tall glass with 99 percent liquor and a splash of coke. They have great deal bar menu: chicken wings with reasonnable price; quesadilla; calamari and much more. Nice area to chill and have a drink.
(4)Bailey G.
We came for brunch and were completely and pleasantly surprised. The pictures don't do it justice- there are a ton of options and its a little pricey (but totally worth it). It was the perfect brunch! You want to go here!
(5)Monisha C.
Roasted red pepper chicken crepe was fairly tasty, but overpriced, slow service, and empty room kind of put a damper on whatever was going for it. Good for a change of pace relative to the other options available in that area, in that there are eggs in everything -- and by the way, the menu is overwhelmingly long -- but not too impressed. A good concept in need of major revisions.
(3)Ronald W.
Their customer service is very good. We hosted a meeting for 30 and they catered to our every need. I recommend for large parties or corporate meetings.
(5)Molly T.
Boo. Forget this place. Go to Tastee Diner down the street. Eggspectation is overpriced and just not that good. Not 'bad,' per say, but I won't be going back here.
(2)Miss L.
Don't order the crab cake. Tiny! This was actually one of our favorite places to eat. But recently, I ordered the crab cake (which I've ordered many times before). It was literally half the size that it has been in the past. I complained. The manager came over and she gave me some lame excuse about the crab cake being packed too tightly. NO! I'm not blind or stupid. That crab cake was tiny. Usually I can't eat it all and I have to get a to go box. This day I finished all of my food, and was still hungry. The crab cake is good, but totally not worth $15.99. Note to restaurant: If you're going to decrease the size, decease the price. Enough of my crab cake rant. They do have nice happy hour specials. The bartenders tend to forget that you're there if you sit in the tables instead of at the bar. Undecided about returning. Thanks for reading!
(2)M. J.
I was there on a regular Saturday night with two kids. I am not a hard to please diner but the place was filthy, as in garbage under the tables filthy, dropped food, old napkins, straws, crayola packets etc. There were vast trails of water on the floor making everything even stickier. This place is in desperate need of a face lift. The food was okay, came in a timely fashion. The service was fine. I had a groupon. I will not be back.
(1)Jose V.
It was good! The food, the service, and the experience!
(5)H A.
I went to this establishment because I was expecting great brunch food. However, it was overall disappointment. I love coffee so I ordered a mocha latte. Instead what I got was more like hot cocoa. It was soo sweet and it tasted like it was made from a bag of powder and stirred with hot water or from a machine at 7-11. I asked them how they made it and it was not explained very well. I end up sending it back for OJ. The OJ had some black thing floating in it. By this time, I decided to just keep it and drink the water I had. When my meal came, I was thinking omg should have gone somewhere else. My banana pancakes were plain pancakes. They forgot. I sent it back for banana pancakes. When it came again, I was very disappointed. Banana slices were cut and added to the top of the plain pancakes. Of all the breakfast place I have been when I order specially made pancakes, the fruit or chocolate chips etc were added to the batter. It was overall disappointing. I wanted my money back. I definitely would not come back. This place is worst then Denny's. If you want to go here, I would tell you to go to Denny's instead.
(2)Lisa R.
We chose this place as a good family bruch site because we wanted to go to the movies in Silver Spring. Amazingly for a breakfast place, the coffee was absolutely abominable. I had a wedge salad which was pretty good, but everyone else complained about their spinach crepes and waffle benedicts: it tasted pre-packaged, not fresh. We ordered espresso and cappuccinos to finish off the meal and they were also undrinkable: the same terrible flavor as the drip coffee, but in smaller cups or with foamy milk. The inside is cold, sort of like a cavern, and noisy.
(1)Lisa G.
Respectable for a chain! You might have to wait to get seated, and service might not be the most attentive, but the food is incredible. Everything is very tasty and well-seasoned or sauced. I usually get the Chesapeake Benedict. The worst part about this place is that there are too many options. I always want one of each. Seems like everyone knows this is THE place to go to nurse a hangover, ha!
(4)Phi N.
Ordered the eggs benedict, strawberry french toast and bacon. Had fresh orange juice to complement it. Delicious! I also split the ruben sandwich. It was pretty good in my opinion. I don't eat them often so I don't know what to compare it to, but I'd order it again. I don't know what this Dee girl was talking about... but my service was on point, waiter was really nice and fast with refills. My strawberries were fresh! They were really sweet, but my fatass dipped it in syrup anyway... and my hollandaise sauce was not orange... it was a really bright yellow though. I posted pictures so you can see! lol I hope you have a good experience here like I did!
(4)Lauren M.
Solid breakfast spot.
(4)Eva Marie O.
I been there once for breakfast and once for lunch. Both meals were amazing. Also the dessert is amazing! (Yes, I ordered a slice of cake with my breakfast!) This is a great date night kind of place too.
(4)Danny F.
The 3 star average really does a disservice to this place. I'm not sure what the issue is, but when I came here for a quick breakfast, this place got the job DONE. Because of time restraints, me and my buddy decided to sit at the bar. I had the eggstravaganza. Because I was in the mood for eggs benedict though, I asked for the eggs to be poaches and a side of hollandaise sauce. When the food came out, it was perfect. I ate up the eggs along with the french toast that the plate came with it in complete satisfaction. Nothing tasted denny's/IHOP- like. The french toast, though was beyond normal. It was incredible, and to think it was complimentary to my eggs is crazy. I like this place.
(4)Greg M.
Firstly, good food. Now for the details....Tables are not separated by anything, making lunch time difficult to carry a conversation on with your table with the general noise from all the other tables. Also, very expensive, $15 for a salad? Really, it was okay, but not AMAZING.
(3)Kelly G.
On 8/13/11, the inimitable w/Wilson R. invited me to breakfast at Eggspectation. It was absolutely delicious. I am a HUGE fan of breakfast anyway. But a place that specializes in eggs? OMG. Hog heaven. I had the french toast breakfast. It came with 2 eggs, potatoes, turkey sausage, and fruit! Lighter fluffier french toast I've never tasted. And the syrup was warm. And eventhough I am THAT coffee girl, I must admit, I truly enjoyed the cup of steamin' joe provided by eggspectation. I'm a fan and will definitely return to this lovely spot.
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