Yes, I know it's a chain. Yes, the decor is just-this-side-of tacky.
However...
They do a good Sunday brunch we've found!
Not wanting to go the diner route, we said "why not' after learning that Sara's does not do brunch on Sunday.
The crab cake eggs benedict was quite good, the bloody mary only so-so. The frittata at the table next to us looked tasty. Most dishes come with some fried potatoes that are a tad too grease-ola for my taste. Brioche toast is available as a side, however they did bring a nice little bread basket.
There was no wait for table, service was quick, food came quickly and it was relaxing enough to scan a newspaper and chat in peace. I refuse to endure a long wait for either a table or food at Sunday brunch -- something so many of the other east side options suffer from.
I would NOT come to a place like this, by choice, for dinner -- but it is nice to know there's an easy brunch option in this area.