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| - On a recent, now run-of-the-mill, "extreme cold warning" weekend winter wonderland, my party of four decided to brave the instant-icicle-inducing chillzone for some brunch. We arrived at 10am, to avoid any lineups, and that we did.
While we were seated right away, our food did not follow until about an hour later. Though some of that time undoubtedly went to deciding between the numerous appetizing specials on the board (there are no table menus at Darling) our meals were not instant. Thankfully, we were in no rush, and during the wait our server was eager to refill our hot coffee mugs numerous times.
The food was delicious, though not mind-blowing - normally not a concern, but the prices indicate our reaction should have been otherwise. Three of us had ordered some incarnation of a Huevos Rancheros Benny. The eggs were cooked well, the hashbrowns were perhaps over-crunchy if I might quibble, but overall the dish was pleasant. My GF and I split a cuban breakfast sandwich which was definitely a highlight.
To sum: the food is good, the space is quaint, the service is adequate, but the prices simply don't qualify. If they were a little lower I would certainly consider saying Hello to Hello Darling more often.
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