The Rumor Mill Cafe

502 E 2nd St, Defiance
(419) 980-7411

Recent Reviews

Strawberry Shortcake

It’s average all around. Mostly a gathering place for old men. It’s just okay in my opinion. Not awesome, but certainly not a bad place either. I didn’t like being served a can of soda, rather than a fountain drink, but that’s a personal preference.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Brandon Carroll

Great atmosphere to talk to anybody. The food is always great and coffee is always fresh. Biscuits and gravy is my go to. Prices are very very fair for the portion sizes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 2 Biscuits with Gravy

Jennifer Pelfrey

Exactly what I was craving ?

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Jeannette Shirkey

I love coming her I'm a third shifter and when I get off work I don't always want breakfast and from the first visit she will cook me anything on the menu. They cater to their customers. Great peoples.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Farmers Omelet,

Becky Kirkland

Sincerely the best pancakes. A full stack was huge and absolutely

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Craig Buss

Excellent breakfast!!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jen Ifer Kolb

Ordered scrambled eggs and received over easy.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 4

Mackenzie Rae

The people here ignored me and my girlfriend. They only ever came to ask about food in drinks no casual conversation like everyone else gets. Both of us ordered a Big Rumor. Bacon was almost raw, hard sausage patty, raw eggs only thing cooked was pretty much the edge of the eggs, hard potatoes. I ordered Over medium eggs. Plus the stares we received. I don’t even want to pay for my meal, I didn’t eat anything besides the premade pancakes. We shouldn’t have to pay $26 just for people to be biased.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Adrienne Quigley

Good food....great service and fair prices

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spinach Omelette

Danita Brunk

A great place to sit and chat with friendly people. Whether you know them or not! There's a warning on the door you really should read before entering! A great place to eat if you don't get offended easily! The food was absolutely top line. Support locals yall

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Side of Meat, Home Fries

Kimberly Coke

I was here for the first time today 2.23.23. Most awesome food and friendly family atmosphere. Will Be back Thank u

Greg Maki

Real good food and prices. The people are real friendly.

Jeff Goddin

I'm torn... Super homey feel, regulars don't even have to place drink orders, she just knows. Guys hanging out chatting, catching up, old couples and young families with kids. Would love to recommend everybody in Defiance or passing through stop and enjoy the good food, good prices, and great service, but I'd be afraid it would ruin some of the charm if the place got overwhelmed by people just looking to mind their own business...But if you're up for the feel of a true local spot, the pie is hand made and everything is cooked from scratch to perfection, you can't go wrong here.Vegetarian options: As you might expect from a place that serves breakfast, plenty of egg options, pancakes and French toast.Kid-friendliness: They have a spring horse that a kid was enjoying as his dad vacuumed up the understandable mess his daughter in a high chair had made after their meal. So yeah, kid friendly.

Becca Smith

Very local spot where locals hang & the owner serves up hospitality & a mighty fine experience! Sure to find your cup of coffee tipped off every little bit to keep it hot & you chattering with energy.Now for the food:Best Sausage gravy & Biscuits in the land I have found! Visiting Defiance I find great pleasure in scoping out spots that bring me great satisfaction & joy on the table to share. If you ever crave what this plate pictured, there is 2 options. Big Rumor or Little Rumor. No disappointment!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Allison Lillard

First of all, I live 600 miles away and the owner made it feel like it was my neighborhood breakfast joint. The food came and everything was excellent. Well priced and very good quality. This place deserves a lot of business. They work hard and put out a quality product. I only wish they were in North Carolina so I could eat there more often

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