Norman's Grill

Traditional American breakfast fare - this is the place. Although I have been here several times, it didn't dawn on me that if I didn't know any better I would be in a Midwest diner. On this occasion I haven been craving for hot open face turkey sandwich. Believe it or not, this dish is rare only traditional diners or hot brau. The plating made the quantity of food small. A thick slice of bread topped with three good slices of turkey smothered with gravy along with smashed potatoes also smothered with gravy and a helping of cranberry jelly. The gravy helped. This dish reminded me of the infrequency I have it, no disrespect to this establishment. It was fine and satisfied my craving. I will be back for other breakfast fare. The service was fine and friendly.

We came here on a Saturday morning and the place had a steady stream of customers. We would say that this place is on the pricier places for breakfast around here and that the Yelp prices are not current. The staff here are friendly and it is clear that there are dedicated and consistent customers since folks seem to know each other here. We ordered the Belgian waffle combo with bacon, a latte, and the huevos rancheros. The Belgian waffle, bacon, and eggs were all very standard and there was nothing special to that dish. The huevos rancheros was a bit disappointing because of the advertised "homemade salsa" that came with it. Instead of it being homemade fresh salsa, the salsa was like diced tomatoes from a can with some onions thrown it. That was a huge disappointment for me. Additionally, the rice had little flavor to it. Overall, the food was basic, but the prices were a bit higher for the quality of food that we received. We would not be in a rush to come back for breakfast, but the lunch fare looks pretty good. But the diner is a cute one -- there are old records hanging throughout the restaurant and there's also a big patio, though it faces a very busy street.

I don't know why, but today was my worst experience here. The female server was rude and repeatedly talked over me every time I asked a question. I understand she was trying to anticipate my order, but I had specific requests: liver and onions with no mashed potatoes, no veggies, and a rare steak with sunny-side-up eggs. When I asked what oil the food was cooked in, she replied that it was canola oil. I then asked if it was possible to have the kitchen cook my order in butter instead, and she said yes. After taking my order, she came back and informed me that the steak was broiled without oil. I quickly asked about the liver, but before I could even say "onions," she interrupted with, "I say broiled," her exact words.When she brought out the food, both she and I noticed the mashed potatoes and veggies on the plate. She snatched the plate away, scraped off the potatoes, and brought it back to me. It was obvious they had been scraped off because remnants of the potatoes were still on the dish. I pushed the soggy veggies to the side, and then she brought out my steak with two over-easy eggs instead of sunny-side-up. I was looking forward to the steak because it's usually decent here. However, when I sliced into it, it wasn't rare. I flagged her down and showed her the pieces I had cut, pointing out that it wasn't rare. She rolled her eyes and took the steak back to the kitchen. Shortly after, a male server came out with the same steak, now with an additional slice in the middle, and said, "This is rare because it's bloody," while touching the steak with his fingers. In my head, I thought, "Sorry, but there's not a single drop of myoglobin there." He then proceeded to tell me, "If we cook it any rarer, you'll get sick." I replied, "Sir, I want my steak rare." He walked away, and the server brought out a new steak in less than two minutes. It was cold and had char marks on it. I didn't care too much at that point, but at least it was rare, so I ate it.I miss the old server. I don't understand why I'm told how to order my food and then lectured about how I should like my steak. It feels like they don't care anymore. How can you treat a paying customer like this?

Old school, no frills restaurant serving your classic American food. Orders:Chicken & Waffles $18Crispy golden fried chicken & a fluffy waffle is a typical dish to order.Country Fried Steak Plate $19Love how vegetables & a side is included with this country fried steak.San Francisco Burger $13On a crisp buttered sourdough bread with grilled onions & Swiss cheese,the hamburger had no flavor so I had to rely on ketchup for flavor. A nice local breakfast spot that has fast service.

We had The Princess with us and wanted lunch. As we were driving down the street, I pulled into Norman's. Plenty of parking and outdoor seating is just what we needed. I grabbed a table and she went inside to grab menus. She was told that someone would be with us shortly. We waited quite few minutes before menus and set-ups were brought out. We ordered drinks and our server asked if we'd like a bowl of water for The Princess. Yes, please. I never stepped into the restaurant so I have no idea how busy it was inside, but the parking lot was not full, so I take that as a clue. Every now and then, I get a craving for Fish but not Chips. I asked and was offered Potato Salad as a substitute. Yes, I know that they're still potatoes, but preference is preference. She ordered Spaghetti and was very happy with her order. I'm knocking one star this visit because the service wasn't as we've become accustomed to here.

Admittedly I have an affection for Norman's, so I'll clarify. This is not a fancy place. This is your neighborhood diner. The decor is kitsch. The fare is straight forward. The burger wasn't gorgeous or involving any exotic ingredients. It tasted great and hit the spot. The service was earnest, and the vibe is relaxed and familiar. Your hip cousin from the East Coast, well, they might not be impressed. Great aunt Ethel, she'll love it.

So once we came in on a Sunday morning, we got seated outside and ordered build your own omeletteBut the prices are on the expensive side but overall, it's a nice American style restaurant.

Solid breakfast. I haven't been here in years and I was very pleased with my breakfast this morning. No frills just what you see (or read on the menu) is what you get. 4 pieces of French toast served with scrambled eggs and bacon. Everything tasted good and I had no complaints! Definitely left satisfied and happy with my meal and I will be coming back!

I had been before, and had a pretty good breakfast. So, I decided to go back. We like supporting small local businesses when possible. Our experience probably was our last. The service was definitely better than the food, which was just ok. Everybody smiled and seemed friendly and helpful. The wait was short. When our food came, we weren't impressed. My omelette was flat. I'm used to them being fluffy and thicker. But, nonetheless, it was cooked as I ordered. The potatoes didn't have onions or bell peppers in them. My wife's breakfast and daughter's hamburger was similar .... Not bad. Just not wonderful and flavorful. The last thing was the price for the food. Without the tip, it was about $72 for 3 people. That's pricey for breakfast. I may go back by myself to give them another shot.

They accommodated our large group (kid's soccer team) and handled all the orders perfectly. No frills spot with freshly squeezed orange juice and plenty of breakfast options. Food was solid, it was exactly what I expected and it got the job done. Service was super attentive and accommodating.