I have been coming to Modern Diner for over 20 years and it's always a special experience, now more than ever because I get to bring my kids who love the atmosphere and architecture of the diner. I have brought every single one of my relatives to the diner when they visit because of the delicious grits, French toast and the crepes!!-- full of fruit, flavor and topped with an orchid flower.

NOW the reason for the two star

As I said, the crepes were (used to be) so good, presentation and taste! This time the presentation was nothing short of disgusting. Three lumps swimming in a plate of brown watery liquid with a scattering of fresh berries. Yuck. When I took my first bite, it was cold! Like it was just taken out of the fridge cold. I told the waitress and she took it back to the kitchen where they reheated it (microwave?) and brought it back to me. The crepe itself was hard and dried out, the marscepone was over-flavored with lemon--I couldn't eat it and what I did eat made my stomach upset.

When did the crepes drop so low on the list that they are prepared and refrigerated then reheated... on a Saturday morning?

A crepe should be made and eaten fresh, Immediately! It was gross. I didn't even take the leftovers.

Two more things.

Did they change ownership? I hate that I have to leave this review!

My waitress was completely indifferent and made no eye contact with me. Sure, I get it, she's just doing her job. But absolutely nothing more. The waitstaff is the face of the establishment and have some responsibility for making a good impression.

And now, if you use your card to pay, you are charged 4% on top of overpriced food, tax and tip. For myself and my 7 year old, with no beverages the meal cost $30. Is this a sign of the times? Yes, I believe so. It's also a management issue that should be addressed because it would be a sad day for Modern Diner if they fizzled out because of subpar food, cost and service.

Come on Modern Diner! Get it together! This establishment is a Rhode Island icon!

Rant done.