i find the food here well made. the peameal bacon is tender. the consistency of the hollandaise is spot on. and they're generous with their coffee, which i'm always thankful for.
service is spotty. sometimes okay. sometimes a bit rude. maybe i don't dress the yorkville way.
personally, i wouldn't say this is a tourist trap. the prices aren't outrageous. whenever i go i do see locals and regulars.
the décor... what can be said about it? it desperately needs an update. it feels old, but without the charm of say dineen café or senator restaurant.