The Good Egg

Elite '08

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Halley S.

Phoenix, AZ

I love this place!  If you want to go to breakfast... sit on a patio and enjoy the weather and the company you are with the Good Egg is the place for you.  Michael and I come here a lot; if there is  a wait list or not the seating is always prompt.  They have a large menu and I am never disappointed with my choices.  Although the menu is large they do not deviate from the regular breakfast fare much... If you are expecting something drastically different you might be disappointed.  I love sitting on the patio.. enjoying the weather, having a cup off coffee and fresh squeezed OJ and whatever breakfast entree I choose.   The prices are reasonable and the service is always good... what more can you ask for?

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Elite '08

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Jacqui J.

Phoenix, AZ

Another hard one to rate for me.  Because the fact of the matter is, nothing beats The Good Egg for a simple, quick, satisfying breakfast.  But is there anything special about it?  Not even a little bit.  

I want to give it 4, because for me, for my breakfast wants, I would be happy to go there every weekend.  But I can't do that in good conscience, for the following reasons:  It's not a place to linger, because they sling you into a table and throw your food at you super quickly.  I also have to honest and say that every time I've had lunch there, it's been terrible.  For what it is, it does feel a teeny overpriced.  And there's zero atmosphere.  

This is the first time I've really agonized over wanting that half star!  I've got nothing bad to say about The Good Egg, just nothing good.  Not when there are places like Palatte and Switch.  So for those mornings when you just want to get in and fill your belly, go for it!

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ron s.

Phoenix, AZ

Though perhaps not the place you may pick for a special brunch with champagne and chocolate brioche French toast (a signature breakfast at the Sofitel Philadelphia), the Good Egg is my choice for neighborhood breakfast that offers consistent service and food in a comfortable atmosphere.

No matter how busy the restaurant becomes, and on Sunday it is packed,  the staff is always friendly and welcoming. You may have to wait for a table but the waits are never excessive and there is the coffee trolley where you can help yourself while waiting.  Even more remarkable is that even at its busiest (read Mothers/ Fathers days), service is speedy and attentive and the kitchen never seems to slow down.  Someone here knows how to run a restaurant!

The menu contains a large assortment of the usual breakfast fare, eggs, pancakes, french toast, etc, all well prepared and tasty.  In addition there are is a good number of health conscious offerings and even those less healthy dishes can be requested to be made with egg whites or egg beaters, and non-starch substitutes (cottage cheese, fruit, and tomatoes. etc).  Some of my favorites include the Hey Ricky Omelet, Huevos Ranchero ,or my indulgence a (as in one huge singular)  buckwheat pancake with (my choice of "fillings): chocolate chips ( I admit my addictions), pecans, and bananas...

We always opt for the patio and even in the scorching summer heat; the misters make this a great outdoor picnic with the best people watching in Phoenix.

After you have been here a few times you feel like part of the family and with their frequent dinner program they offer even more incentive to return.

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Elite '08

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Norma R.

Aspen, CO

I have shared many an awful, hungover morning with my favorite stars from the Gay Corridor. The service can be on the scary tweaker side, but it's a good, simple breakfast that doesn't stress my dehydrated mind to find deliciousness. They've also many different healthy options, not that I've ever done more than glance at those, but it's wonderful nonetheless. It's the crown and glory of Park Central, and the only reason I still consider Park Central an actual place, as opposed to the reality of it just being a bad idea.

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Thomas S.

Phoenix, AZ

Oh The Good Egg. Or as I call it the I'm OK and Your Just Kinda OK Egg. Mediocre. Meh. Harmless not harmful. Kitchy but not catchy. Basic breakfast fare that tries to go outside the box with egg white omelets, low carb tortillas and southwestern fare. It's been called the Gay Egg and on weekends The Way Gay Egg. I appreciate its niche in the Phoenix restaurant scene. I do. It beats Denny's and IHOP. But now has competition from Matt's, Palette and Over Easy. I"m partial to any Central Ave. business and am sure I'll find myself here again. Service is mixed. Most are pleasant. Some. Well, some of them need a nap. While others might benefit from a double shot of espresso. I hate sitting at the horseshoe shaped counter. I find myself staring at the weathered individuals across the way wondering, "Gee, do you really need that extra bacon?". And on the flip side, I catch a few eyeballs focused on me and they're probably thinking, "I can't believe that guy has Hello Kitty sunglasses! Fag!"

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Elite '08

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Robert A.

Phoenix, AZ

The Good Egg is like a Coldplay record: totally inoffensive, totally safe.  The menu is varied enough that you're bound to find something you'll stick in your mouth and forget about later.  Also, the service is utterly competent.  In the same way you're not motivated to turn the radio either off or up while Chris Martin croons through "Talk," you won't feel a need to savor or spit out your Southwest Scramble.  It's just there.  Nobody hates Coldplay and nobody hates The Good Egg.

Except I do actually hate Coldplay, mostly for the reasons listed above.  I do not, however, hate The Good Egg.  Maybe I hold breakfast restaurants to a different standard than rock bands, unfair as it may seem.

I do realize that the comparison I'm drawing is a stretch, but it's 3:20am and breakfast will soon be upon us.  If I had to go somewhere, I'd probably go here.  It's close enough to my apartment and I know I won't be mad about my meal for the rest of the day.

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Elite '08

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Curtis H.

Centralia, WA

The Good Egg is a breakfast spot I frequent on a regular basis. During the week it's hopping with folks on their lunch breaks and the weekend crowd seems to be most predominant during brunch hours.

The menu offers a wide variety of items to choose from. They are only open for breakfast and lunch, but you can order any of them at any time during business hours. Pancakes of a mammoth proportion are often seen zooming by on the arm of a server. Instead of hashbrowns, homestyle fried potatoes are served on the side of most dishes.

The serving staff have always been very friendly and accommodating and it makes the experience a very pleasant one every time I am there. The patio is very large and can seat many. This is especially nice during sunny days, but not so much on a cold January morning even with the large heaters operating.

If you go on a weekend morning, prepare for a bit of a wait. You can sip complimentary coffee outside while waiting for your party to be called. It's always fun to give a fake name for your party as it is eventually announced over a very loud loudspeaker for the world to hear.  When you hear Captain Caveman's party being called to go take their seats, keep an eye out for me giggling somewhere nearby.

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sarah k.

Phoenix, AZ

I wouldn't make a special trip to come here... but, I must admit I eat lunch here at least once every two weeks.  It's right across the street from where I work and it is one of the better lunch options within walking distance.  There is a good veggie wrap on the menu that I like quite a lot that you can get with a side of fruit.  I also like the omlettes.  It's cheap and easy.  If you work in the area it's a good option.

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Stevey P.

Phoenix, AZ

A nice dependable alternative to the ubiquitous chains that dot the PHX landscape.  Service varies on day and location.  I find the Central Ave. restaurant to be the better of the few in the area, plus it's around the corner from my place. The decor is a bit suburban-Midwest soccer mom, but the food is solid.  I usually get the Monterey, Bacado or Old Pueblo skillet.  A neighborhood joint - you're more likely to see gay singles on weekends than the seniors.

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Mr K.

Phoenix, AZ

When I checked out the Central Ave. location of The Good Egg, I was the youngest patron in the joint by a good 30 years or so. Which is fine. A lot of the older, less-hip breakfast joints are senior favorites.

I ordered the Monterey omelette which was ok. The avocado slices were a little brown which wasn't so cool. The country potatoes - eh. I've had much better and the English muffin wasn't much of anything.

But the place is what it is. A breakfast joint in a shopping mall. It wasn't awful by any means. I could eat there again. Whether I really want to or not, now that's the question.

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