McLean's Restaurant

Looking for a diner feel with quality bites? I have been here for brunch about 6 times now and I can't stop raving about their breakfast. I'm a big sweets girls and I believe I have found my go to for pancakes. Perfectly cooked everytime, staff is always super hospitable and quick, and the I love location. I appreciate their staff, on a couple occasions I've seen them handle some difficult situations with tact and even would follow up with surrounding guests.

While staying in Scott's Addition, I stopped in here for breakfast on a weekday morning. The dining room there is quite large and I can see how they get very popular and crowded. The menu is loaded with all the typical breakfast usuals, nothing really stood out as being particularly special or homemade. I opted for their breakfast burrito and it was decent. The potatoes that came with it were very bland and basic. As for service, my server wasn't very attentive, he was more concerned with eating his breakfast. The other ladies working were helpful and attentive, keeping my coffee filled.The place did have a nice, family feel to it. I'm sure it's normally really spot-on, both service and food. One thing I didn't like was that they charge gratuity. Seems like there's a better way to do this (charge more for the food or don't do it at all).

Parking- eek, 2 stars? Restaurant- yum!!! all the stars! We entered from the rear parking door and were sat right away- lunch rush in full swing, we ordered pretty quickly and drooled over the huge plates of wonderful smelling food passing by before ours arrived. My Barry Bird- turkey, bacon melt on fresh sourdough bread was simply a delight for the tastebuds- I remember just loving the bread! John ordered country fried steak with onion rings and apple sauce and the corn bread- good gracious, it was huge! You could tell this was the spot for locals- the servers knew customers by name! I love a place with return customers- it speaks volumes! Great prices, wonderful food, fantastic service! What more could you ask for! And the mayor was in about an hour before us!

Anywhere you and a friend can eat for less than 40$ leave a good tip and be stuffed with deliciousness is a win in my book! I had the hamburger steak with onions and gravy with collards and cornbread and Mac n cheese. Which was actually very flavorful despite the bland lookMy friend had the rockfish special with fried okra All of it was lip smacking good I also got to color:) The waitress was a sweetheart and very helpful We will be coming back for breakfast soon!

This is my first time in at McLean's since they extended their hours--even though I still made it in before the extended hours.Anyhow, I am a solid breakfast customer here, and was looking forward to trying the dinner food. My mom got the liver and onions with collard greens, mashed potatoes and gravy and a biscuit. She must've loved it since she ate almost every bite. I got the chicken fried chicken, mac and cheese, lima beans and roll. I enjoyed everything but the lima beans, which weren't cooked long enough and had very little seasoning. The mac and cheese was a little runny, but flavorful. And the chicken was on point, but could've used more gravy. Prices are great, and we'll definitely be back when in the mood for classic diner fare.

the kindest waitress ever! was so attentive and answered every question we had lol the french toast was okay.... never had it this way would do pancakes next time

First time at this place and it didn't disappoint. Saturday morning wait was very reasonable and service was awesome. The food was AMAZING and the mimosas were only $6. I can't believe I've never been here before, but I will absolutely be back very soon.

Not a fancy place. But when you need a meat and two sides, damn near perfect. The biscuits are very good.

Typical diner fare dominates this Richmond standby which has been around for decades. Expect to wait for a table on weekends. The crowds are large because the food is good, reliable, and served hot. On various visits, I've had eggs, pancakes, waffles, plus bacon, grits, toast. All of it was good. You'll get the usual serve-em-up ambiance of a diner, complete with servers who might call you by your name if you end up becoming a repeat customer. Low prices make this a winner. Sit at the counter for fastest service.

Service and food were very good. My husband and I really enjoyed it everything was cooked to our preferences and came out fast and hot and delicious!