Best brunch in the area without a doubt. I really enjoyed the vibe of this place, especially the art work! Highly recommend.
Columbus Shields
I dined in , enjoyed the food and atmosphere definitely would make another lunch date or order out! It passed the the test "IT'S THE BEST"!!!!
Justin Davis
The service was amazing, and the food was the best I’ve had in a long time. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
Leo Campero
The food is good, the service was slow, very slow, bring a lot of patience. The place is very small, if your party is more than four people it maybe a bit challenging to accommodate.
A.N. Grady
Our server was nice. I love that this is a BLACK-owned business. I appreciate the waiting area with books and a chess set. Gave our children something to do. I understand how hard it is for Black establishments to get the loans needed to have really nice buildings and such, but this place was a little more of a dive than I would've liked for it to be. Simple upgrades to the tables, chairs, and fixtures would go a long way. The place could also use a deep cleaning. That said, the food was decent. The potatoes were burnt as was the bottom of my daughter's pancake. The turkey bacon was also pretty overdone. My husband said his chicken was OK after he added salt, pepper, and hot sauce. I thought the grits were REALLY good and the eggs were fresh.I noticed the head chef (owner maybe?) made a point to stop by and check on patrons. I thought that was nice even though he didn't acknowledge anyone at our table. Overall, I give the place a B -.
C Ark
I want this place to do well! Very friendly staff. They work hard.FOODGot the fried/crispy salmon and grits with a side order of cajun fries. It was enough food for two people. Salmon wasn't fried but was still tasty. Red sauce was too salty and was all over the dish. Grits and toasted bread were excellent. Fries came stuck together and the seasoning was not very cajun.ATMOSPHERELoved the black art, but please invest in an interior decorator. The place has a lot of potential.SERVICEAttentive staff. Unfortunately the kitchen is very slow. My guess is this place doesn't have a commercial kitchen or enough cooks.If I lived in Dover, I would return!
dirt nap diva
Wanted to dine in, but when I came in, tables had not been wiped and food was on the floor. Could be kept cleaner. Chicken and shrimp were bland, only thing with flavor were the sauces. I spent almost $40 here and it was just nasty. The artwork around the restaurant is absolutely beautiful. Maybe they will improve their menu in the future.
Chrissie B.
Friends took us their for brunch. We were the first ones in there that day. Lots of art on the walls. The gentleman was very polite and nice. The food takes a bit to get to you but that is what you get for cooked to order. Nothing pre cooked. I had the cinnamon roll pancakes. Everything came with 3 three eggs cooked as you like and a side. Everything was delicious! The pancake was HUGE! My friends had the funnel cake french toast and they said it was good. It looked so thick. Great place all around.
Nicole O'Grady
Our server was nice. I love that this is a BLACK-owned business. I appreciate the waiting area with books and a chess set. Gave our children something to do. I understand how hard it is for Black establishments to get the loans needed to have really nice buildings and such, but this place was a little more of a dive than I would've liked for it to be. Simple upgrades to the tables, chairs, and fixtures would go a long way. The place could also use a deep cleaning. That said, the food was decent. The potatoes were burnt as was the bottom of my daughter's pancake. The turkey bacon was also pretty overdone. My husband said his chicken was OK after he added salt, pepper, and hot sauce. I thought the grits were REALLY good and the eggs were fresh.I noticed the head chef (owner maybe?) made a point to stop by and check on patrons. I thought that was nice even though he didn't acknowledge anyone at our table. Overall, I give the place a B -.
House of Buckets
Took my cousin out for her birthday for brunch and margaritas. No margaritas here but the food was amazing. I think we ordered everything on the menu, boffem n grits, chicken n waffles, the meal with everything. Our table was filled and so were our bellies. It was so amazing while I was eating my boffem n grits I asked the chef if he could make me another fried fish. It was better than the first. We will be back.
I highly recommend this spot. It has a neighborhood feel with an artsy vibe. The food was absolutely delicious. We are a family of amazing cooks so when there are no complaints, that's the jackpot. I called a week prior to my visit to make sure they could accomodate us for a late brunch after my daughter's college graduation. Without hesitation, they said yes. We arrived at 2:30 with 9 people. They close at 3. They stayed open after closing to make sure we were able to enjoy our food and celebrate my daughter. The two young men (sorry, I didn't get their names) were amazing. Be sure to support this local business when you're in the area.
Sydney Cardona
Small business but high class service! Went on Easter so not a lot of business but the food was fantastic. I had funnel cake French toast and it was sweet but not too sweet with fresh blueberries. My husband had chicken and waffles and loved it as well. Really nice gentlemen working there and great music playing. Highly recommend. Would return!
Brianna Barhorst
Fun hole in the wall with home-cooked meal vibes. Couldn't of asked for a better breakfast and the service was fantastic! We are from California and this was just what we needed and a great change of pace.
Michael Quinn
Food was really good. We split the Alpha & Omega and that was some of the best chicken and scrambled eggs we've ever had. Nice atmosphere, the art on the walls was cool, and the staff was awesome. If you're hungry and in Dover, go there!
Justin Thomas
What can I say that isn't already spelled out by it's comedic menu. The BNL has been one of my go to spots since it's original location on lockerman. The chicken and waffles are outstanding along with the shrimp and Grits they offer as well. Though the wait is a bit long trust me you will be drooling when the food comes out. All meals are healthy portions and will fit the price tags they are attached with. The staff is personable along with the owner. My wife and I live in DC and nevermind waking up Sunday morning and driving for a good meal an hour away. The only argument is who is driving back! Trust me you won't be disappointed with this choice.
Best brunch in the area without a doubt. I really enjoyed the vibe of this place, especially the art work! Highly recommend.
I dined in , enjoyed the food and atmosphere definitely would make another lunch date or order out! It passed the the test "IT'S THE BEST"!!!!
The service was amazing, and the food was the best I’ve had in a long time. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
The food is good, the service was slow, very slow, bring a lot of patience. The place is very small, if your party is more than four people it maybe a bit challenging to accommodate.
Our server was nice. I love that this is a BLACK-owned business. I appreciate the waiting area with books and a chess set. Gave our children something to do. I understand how hard it is for Black establishments to get the loans needed to have really nice buildings and such, but this place was a little more of a dive than I would've liked for it to be. Simple upgrades to the tables, chairs, and fixtures would go a long way. The place could also use a deep cleaning. That said, the food was decent. The potatoes were burnt as was the bottom of my daughter's pancake. The turkey bacon was also pretty overdone. My husband said his chicken was OK after he added salt, pepper, and hot sauce. I thought the grits were REALLY good and the eggs were fresh.I noticed the head chef (owner maybe?) made a point to stop by and check on patrons. I thought that was nice even though he didn't acknowledge anyone at our table. Overall, I give the place a B -.
I want this place to do well! Very friendly staff. They work hard.FOODGot the fried/crispy salmon and grits with a side order of cajun fries. It was enough food for two people. Salmon wasn't fried but was still tasty. Red sauce was too salty and was all over the dish. Grits and toasted bread were excellent. Fries came stuck together and the seasoning was not very cajun.ATMOSPHERELoved the black art, but please invest in an interior decorator. The place has a lot of potential.SERVICEAttentive staff. Unfortunately the kitchen is very slow. My guess is this place doesn't have a commercial kitchen or enough cooks.If I lived in Dover, I would return!
Wanted to dine in, but when I came in, tables had not been wiped and food was on the floor. Could be kept cleaner. Chicken and shrimp were bland, only thing with flavor were the sauces. I spent almost $40 here and it was just nasty. The artwork around the restaurant is absolutely beautiful. Maybe they will improve their menu in the future.
Friends took us their for brunch. We were the first ones in there that day. Lots of art on the walls. The gentleman was very polite and nice. The food takes a bit to get to you but that is what you get for cooked to order. Nothing pre cooked. I had the cinnamon roll pancakes. Everything came with 3 three eggs cooked as you like and a side. Everything was delicious! The pancake was HUGE! My friends had the funnel cake french toast and they said it was good. It looked so thick. Great place all around.
Our server was nice. I love that this is a BLACK-owned business. I appreciate the waiting area with books and a chess set. Gave our children something to do. I understand how hard it is for Black establishments to get the loans needed to have really nice buildings and such, but this place was a little more of a dive than I would've liked for it to be. Simple upgrades to the tables, chairs, and fixtures would go a long way. The place could also use a deep cleaning. That said, the food was decent. The potatoes were burnt as was the bottom of my daughter's pancake. The turkey bacon was also pretty overdone. My husband said his chicken was OK after he added salt, pepper, and hot sauce. I thought the grits were REALLY good and the eggs were fresh.I noticed the head chef (owner maybe?) made a point to stop by and check on patrons. I thought that was nice even though he didn't acknowledge anyone at our table. Overall, I give the place a B -.
Took my cousin out for her birthday for brunch and margaritas. No margaritas here but the food was amazing. I think we ordered everything on the menu, boffem n grits, chicken n waffles, the meal with everything. Our table was filled and so were our bellies. It was so amazing while I was eating my boffem n grits I asked the chef if he could make me another fried fish. It was better than the first. We will be back.
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I highly recommend this spot. It has a neighborhood feel with an artsy vibe. The food was absolutely delicious. We are a family of amazing cooks so when there are no complaints, that's the jackpot. I called a week prior to my visit to make sure they could accomodate us for a late brunch after my daughter's college graduation. Without hesitation, they said yes. We arrived at 2:30 with 9 people. They close at 3. They stayed open after closing to make sure we were able to enjoy our food and celebrate my daughter. The two young men (sorry, I didn't get their names) were amazing. Be sure to support this local business when you're in the area.
Small business but high class service! Went on Easter so not a lot of business but the food was fantastic. I had funnel cake French toast and it was sweet but not too sweet with fresh blueberries. My husband had chicken and waffles and loved it as well. Really nice gentlemen working there and great music playing. Highly recommend. Would return!
Fun hole in the wall with home-cooked meal vibes. Couldn't of asked for a better breakfast and the service was fantastic! We are from California and this was just what we needed and a great change of pace.
Food was really good. We split the Alpha & Omega and that was some of the best chicken and scrambled eggs we've ever had. Nice atmosphere, the art on the walls was cool, and the staff was awesome. If you're hungry and in Dover, go there!
What can I say that isn't already spelled out by it's comedic menu. The BNL has been one of my go to spots since it's original location on lockerman. The chicken and waffles are outstanding along with the shrimp and Grits they offer as well. Though the wait is a bit long trust me you will be drooling when the food comes out. All meals are healthy portions and will fit the price tags they are attached with. The staff is personable along with the owner. My wife and I live in DC and nevermind waking up Sunday morning and driving for a good meal an hour away. The only argument is who is driving back! Trust me you won't be disappointed with this choice.