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I was hungry on a Saturday morning with an hour or two to kill, so I found my way into the Route 12 Cafe. Earlier in the morning I struck out when I stopped into a nearby convenience store looking to buy a newspaper. I was happily surprised when just inside the entrance of the cafe there were a couple newspapers laid out for patrons to borrow and read while enjoying their stay. The server was super friendly, hard-working, and attentive without being overbearing. She made sure that my cup of coffee was always filled with hot brew. My western omelette was perfectly cooked with the side of home fries having just the right amount of crisp on the edges.
Kurt MachemerKurt Machemer
00
This hidden gem definitely deserves a second chance to get a higher rating from me for the food. I wanted a small diner where I could tuck in with my lesson planner and work on my next metaphysical presentation. I did a Google search on nearby breakfast places and found Route 12 Cafe. The waitress was delightful, welcoming and willing to exchange pleasantries. I ordered an omelet with cheese, bacon, sausage, broccoli and onion. I declined home fries, added gf toast. My total with unsweetened iced tea was $21.78. A bit pricey. The tea was bottled which I found disappointing. I love freshly made unsweetened iced tea. The omelet was dry which meant overcooked eggs. There was no finesse in this omelet, the meats inside were also dry and there was too much cheddar cheese for my taste. Additionally the cook messed up on an order for a table near me. Four college women ordered breakfasts, one sent her plate back due to an error. She then sat looking at her phone while her 3 friends ate. They didn’t make any fuss, nor do I know if they were comped for the error. The restaurant is spotlessly clean, homey and really lovely. I loved the art gallery wall showcasing local talent. The diner was busy, with a steady stream of clientele. I will return and try this little gem again.
Claudia BaumanClaudia Bauman
10
My wife and I came here at about 11:00am on a weekend and we were able to be sat right away, which was really nice not having to wait. We both got the #2 Big Appetite and we both really loved it. The scrambled eggs were fluffy and buttery, the bacon and sausage were both yummy, the home fries were very good and had a bit of crispiness to them, and the pancakes were also good. They made a great classic diner breakfast. The cafe is not too big but not tiny either, they had 6-8 tables set up and also a bar top to eat at. I would definitely come back here.
Jonathan MalmutJonathan Malmut
40
A gem of a place. Breakfast with a twist. Not your ordinary breakfast place! Organic tea, great coffee (really), different choices for pancakes, generous portions, toast with lots of butter, well cooked homefries, welcoming. As you enter, "Hi, good morning, welcome. Are you here for take out or dining in? Feel free to sit anywhere". Paintings on walls for sale from artist. Fresh, new, modern, and comfortable. Will definitely return. The only suggestion would be play music a little louder.
Patricia LabontePatricia Labonte
20
Simply fantastic! Clean, welcoming and charming. Staff is incredibly friendly and moves super fast. Great portions of food. One of my favorite diners I've ever been to. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Prices great, Handicap accessible, kid friendly, outdoor seating, off street parking and they also take credit cards! Highly recommend this place!!!
Daniel SoaresDaniel Soares
30
I went here awhile ago and got mac and cheese and I think the milk was expired because it tasted sooo sour and disgusting. It was also uncomfortably quiet in the place they didn’t play any music and I felt weird talking with my friends I was with because it was so eerily quiet. Weird vibes and bad mac and cheese. Won’t go back :(
Macy JonesMacy Jones
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Nearby Attractions Of Route 12 Cafe
Quinsigamond Community College

Quinsigamond Community College
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Nearby Restaurants Of Route 12 Cafe
Quinn’s Irish Pub
Eggroll Lady and Fish Shack
Min's Wok
Greendale's Pub
Burncoat Pizza
Papa Gino's
BAJA'S FRESH GRILL VIII
Greendale Pizza
McDonald's
Burger King

Quinn’s Irish Pub
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Eggroll Lady and Fish Shack
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Min's Wok
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Greendale's Pub
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Address
580 W Boylston St, Worcester, MA 01606
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(774) 823-3823
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route12cafe.com
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4.6
(165 reviews)
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attractions: Quinsigamond Community College, restaurants: Quinn’s Irish Pub, Eggroll Lady and Fish Shack, Min's Wok, Greendale's Pub, Burncoat Pizza, Papa Gino's, BAJA'S FRESH GRILL VIII, Greendale Pizza, McDonald's, Burger King

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