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When my favorite dentist moved his practice from Marlborough to Southbridge, I considered finding a new tooth doc. I groaned at the prospect of driving an hour each way for every cleaning... But now, I have two reasons to look forward to my semi annual trips to the middle of Massachusetts. 1) I still have the best dentist in the state. 2) Right around the corner, Elm Centre Cafe is consistently one of the best casual restaurants I've had the pleasure of visiting. It's an hour from home, but right around the corner from Southbridge Family Dental. (It’s also directly across from the fire station). Now, I look forward to having another reason to visit my dentist. How’s that for irony! This place has the best kielbasa & chorizo, fabulous stacks of pancakes, enormous, fresh Chef's salads, and homemade soups and sides that will leave a smile on your face. The service is great and substitutions are always accommodated. The laborers, retirees, students and families sitting next to me are equally fascinating. It’s always an adventure accompanied by a fabulous meal at a very reasonable price! Tell the owner (stocky) and co-chef (skinny) that I sent you. (Actually, they’re pretty handsome guys with sleeve tattoos). And introduce yourself to Jodi. A down home waitress with the best conversation this side of New York. No matter your taste, this is the diner for you.

Philip RaymondPhilip Raymond

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Staff, menu, location, quality: all above and beyond five stars. I only captured pictures of two of our plates because the food was so amazing we didn't pause to think others might like to see. Recently we were unable to travel from Enfield Ct to Providence RI to visit our friends, so we picked Elm Centre Cafe to meet up half way for a nice breakfast and to catch up. This was the best atmosphere and food to have while visiting old friends. (The kind of place you see in movies like Mystic Pizza or Fried Green Tomatoes....if you're more into TV I would say Gilmore Girls or Alice.) If you are passing through Southbridge it is worth dropping by. The food just spoke to my soul, the customers were all enjoying themselves, and the staff was too amazing for words! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 One picture is the Portuguese Benedict, the other is one of the combo meals, I forgot to snap a picture of the most amazing pancakes I have ever seen! Our friend got the Irish Benedict and her husband got the simple eggs with some sides. Not an empty belly at our table. 🤗

Ryan SimpsonRyan Simpson

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I can't express how much I love this place in Southbridge MA. Anytime I stay in town to visit family, I make sure I make my pitstop before I go! I've had breakfast there and I've also had lunch! Everytime I go, there are always specials and different dishes to try. I've lived and tried so many breakfast/brunch restaurants from the beach shorelines of CT, all the way to the city Providence RI, to the suburban city of Manchester CT, and up to the neck of the woods Northampton MA but nothing hits home like Elm Centre. From the delicious food to the comforting hospitality, I really don't know what gets better than that! I really don't! Thank you for everything and I can't wait to go back ASAP.

Dores BouDores Bou

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Awesome, cozy and down home resturant!! Food was excellent. The grill is in full view allowing you to watch them prepare your food. The chefs changed gloves constantly so as to not contaminate anyones food with anothers. When you have allergies to food this is very comforting!They had one grill dedicated to GF foods. Allowed me to bring in my own bagels that they grilled for me. You do not leave hungry!! As a side the wait staff was very helpful. Sara was able to assist when we told her we were having problems with a tire! Southbridge Tire Company was able to fix the problem at a very reasonable cost. A true full service resturant!!

marilyn dragoshmarilyn dragosh

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We live in Springfield and were heading to Hudson. Stumbled upon this place on google maps and we couldn't of been happier. The mister said the coffee was good. We both ordered from the specials board. He had the tater tot bowl with 2 poached eggs, sausage gravy, cheddar cheese bacons and scallions. I had the french toast with dark chocolate, brie and and strawberries. I also ordered a side of the chorizo hash. Everything was amazing. Service was friendly and prompt. Food was great. We would absolutely return of we are in the area. Expect a wait. We sat at the counter. It is worth the wait.

Linda “Goddess Linda” NortonLinda “Goddess Linda” Norton

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Great place for breakfast, large portions, one of the thickest pancakes I have ever eaten probably one inch thick! Bring your appetite, most people probably can't finish a single pancake.The home fries were hot and delicious and seasoned well. All in all a great place for hungry people with big appetites. Friendly and attentive wait staff.

The Drill DoctorThe Drill Doctor

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