The House Cafe — Restaurant in Richardson

My husband and I used to frequent this cafe, but unfortunately will not be continuing to give them our business. I'm 8 months pregnant, and unable to wear a mask safely for medical reasons at this point. My husband was wearing a mask when we walked in and had his on the entire time, but I was approached again and again, eventually by 5 staff members, asking that I put a mask on. I kindly and calmly explained that I was medically exempt and it's not safe for me to wear one. The staff, including management, did not care at all.

After a few minutes of waiting for a table while the situation unfolded, we were approached by 3 staff members, all talking at once insisting that I wear a mask, with no regard for a medical exemption. They talked over me, would not listen, and made a scene that drew the attention of everyone in the restaurant. I felt bullied, harrassed, and embarrassed. I was there to quietly eat breakfast with my husband, with no symptoms and a very legitimate cause to not be masked. We were 6 feet away from everyone, except for the staff who had approached us, at all times.

We decided to leave and get breakfast elsewhere. I have never been treated with such disrespect in a public place like that. Almost every other restaurant we've been to has been kind and understanding about my situation, and I'm sad that a place we loved was the one to publicly bully a very pregnant woman and make an unecessary scene. There is no excuse for a business failing to treat people with basic respect...

First visit to this place which is a regular of my parents and sister who live nearby. Monday lunch crowd was decent but the staff was vacuuming a closed section while we were eating. I found this to be both noisy & distracting; could vacuuming not be done before they opened? I got the grilled chicken sandwich; it came with overcooked, rubbery chicken that I couldn't eat, thick cut tomato slices, and cottage fries that were soggy. My stepdad got breakfast #9, which was hash browns, eggs and biscuit with gravy. It looked good & he liked it. My sister got the tuna plate, which seemed freshly made with lots of garden salad and two tuna salad scoops. The water had a strong, bleachy smell...obviously not filtered. Service was fairly attentive. I was getting over a cold & was coughing a lot. Ordered hot tea but the server forgot to bring it. If I go again to appease my stepdad, I'll try a breakfast or one of the salad plates, but I cannot recommend the sandwich plate that I had. It's a cute place...perhaps they were having an off day on...

If you're in Richardson, Texas, make sure to check out The House Cafe at 801 Alpha Dr #101. This cozy spot has earned a loyal following for its delicious breakfast and lunch menu, served daily from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The menu offers something for everyone, from classic breakfast staples like fluffy pancakes, waffles, and French toast to savory favorites like corned beef hash and eggs Benedict. For lunch, you’ll find hearty options like chicken fried steak, liver and onions, and a variety of made-to-order omelets. Portions are generous, and the prices are super reasonable.

One standout dish is their corned beef hash, which regulars can’t stop raving about. Add to that their friendly service and old-school charm, and it’s no surprise this place feels like home to so many. While the decor might feel a little dated, it’s easy to overlook when the food and hospitality are this good.

Whether you’re craving a comforting breakfast or a satisfying lunch, The House Cafe is a must-visit. Don’t...