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Morning Thunder First Glance: We immediately appreciated the newer looking soft colors of grey paint and how they transformed the cafe into the most modern way of travelling back in time. The kitchen crew, busy behind the line, satisfied a full house as the conversations poured from each arch of the ovular dining room. Old friends reunited and business gatherings were had over some of the most sought after comfort food in town. We quickly found our way to the ever-healthy biscuits and gravy, taking a moment to decide on the best way to wash them down. The Experience: The 75-cent split-plate charge was well worth it, as the generous portions served would have led to an early nap at our desks. The biscuit was large and crumbly, not dense, and cut easily. The half sausage patty was broken into varied sizes, so each bite was unlike the last. The gravy, well, it somehow tasted healthy. It didn’t leave a film in your mouth and tasted like it was made with quality milk and butter. Everything we expected to be salty was certainly not, allowing us to spice and season as needed. 14
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The Extra: The potatoes were cut large enough to enjoy and not too large that they were unevenly cooked. Also, they were not salty. This is a meal that keeps you out of trouble if you’re sensitive to sodium. We added an egg that would complement the potatoes and eventually married them with Tapatio. It’s not hard to tell why folks have their regular seats claimed or why there’s a row of customers’ coffee cups decorating the back bar. This establishment isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a routine.
