Huh...no brunch/breakfast reviews. Odd. Unlike the other reviews, I've actually only been here in the AM although the other reviewers are making me consider coming later in the evening.
I've been here three times for breakfast/brunch and left pretty happy each time. In ascending order of deliciousness, I've had the salmon salad, breakfast sausage, and then french toast (the last of which I suggest to anyone). The sausage was more sweet than spicy (maple syrup?).
I've been in before noon each time and it is always quieter than I expect. I suppose that the best way to put it would be to say that it seems like a nice place to have a leisurely breakfast and catch up on those New Yorkers that have been piling up.
The staff have always been pleasant and prompt and servings are generous relative to the more popular/trendy brunch/breakfast places. In addition, seating is easier and plates are $4-$5 cheaper.
Not a world beater but more than "ok." I would say "A-OK" which is apparently what three stars means in what I read above. A nice place to chill when you are not intentionally showing people how you know the latest trendy place for breakfast.
p.s. Similar to at least one other reviewer, I dig the dark wood interior.
NOTE: there seems to be a duplicate review for "The Beaver Cafe."