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The bright, sunny dining room has a row of windows looking out onto Rainier Avenue, a checked tile floor and cheerful walls. Families from Mount Baker and beyond sit at retro diner tables simply adorned with...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very cute place with excellent food. I have only treid lunch and had the mac and cheese which was great. I am definitely going to try breakfast because I hear it is killer. I definitely recommend this…
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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I gave Geraldine's an "I like it" because I do like it -- for breakfast. I've...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my goodness. If they ever offer oatmeal pancakes as the special you must order them. This place is wonderful. The mac and cheese is so amazing too. Oh my.
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing bad about this place is the fact that half an hour after closing, the wait times tend to increase exponentially with each passing minute. But it's worth it - from the bright, cheerful…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Geraldine's Counter intrigued me when I first drove by on my way to the supermarket. As I reviewed the menu I was happy to see that they served fine examples of good old home cooking. From meatloaf…
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for breakfast that last time i was up in Seattle. I had the bacon, egg and aragula sandwich too. it was so hard to choose from the menu. the hashbrowns were just right and real hash browns…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I realized it is not fair to penalize stars on a place because it is so ultra-popular and crowded -- hence, I move Geraldine's up to a 4. My current favorite off the breakfast menu is the bacon, egg…
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this place was going to be another hidden gem, but it just ended up being hidden. A little disappointing, but not terrible. The food? I ordered biscuits and gravy, my girlfriend ordered the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've always wanted to check out Geraldines (they're closed on Mondays), and when I finally did-- I realized it wasn't all that worth it to wait for. All the hype about how awesome the breakfast…
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Boyfriend, Best Friend and I were going to hit Tutta Bella for dinner, as we'd heard that Geraldine's is more of a lunch place. Lucky for us, Tutta Bella was slammed, so we went to Geraldine's…
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've passed Geraldine's a couple times, but never really had the opportunity to go in. Til this morning.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food, wonderful service, and the customers were even great! The special ravioli, which was lobster today, was wonderful! It was a tad saltier than it probably needed to be - but was still an…
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I gotta love walking into a place, even if it's been a month or two since I've been in, and the servers greeting me by name. Aww I'm all warm and fuzzy inside, and not just from the SPECTACULAR FRENCH…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Two words: buttermilk biscuits. Absolutely yum. Always good service, never bad good. Leaves you feeling full but not uncomfortable. I love the white corn and havarti scramble.
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
*update* I went back today and the service was so much better... although the coffee was worse...but, you can't win them all, and I'll take nice service over coffee that won't grow hair on your chest.…
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I recommend the Columbia City corned beef sandwich with sweet potato fries on the side. Too crowded to go to at brunchtime on weekends.
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a bit over-rated. While I adore their pancakes, strawberry coffeecake, & coffee- their herb and goat cheese omelette was a bit bland and everything else that I have tried is pretty…
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am going to add to the raves for Geraldines! We just got back from having breakfast there and with a large group, we all tried to order different things so we could try several dishes. Some of the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Inspired by Seattle Metropolitan magazine's January issue, "Hot Breakfast Spots," my Mom and I popped into Geraldine's Counter, to taste out this recommendation ourselves. This Columbia City…
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you're not really a fan of French toast, Geraldine's Counter will change your life. After waiting about 25 minutes on a Saturday morning, we got seated and were faced with the challenge of picking…
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Brunch was super crowded. My french toast was definitely worth the wait - which was all of 10 minutes. The coffee was good too. Dining companion had biscuits & gravy which weren't as fabulous. Not…
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is too popular. I love the food, but dislike the long wait and there are way too many kids. Maybe that's just me turning into a bitter old man, but c'mon folks. When I was a kid my dad…
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is our spot when we want simple, but tasty "American" food (sarcasm - we eat a lot of so-called ethnic foods). I like that its local, charming, and simple - with great coffee. It IS crowded here,…
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I'm in Seattle I think about places to go to eat and one of them is always Geraldine's. My favorite is a toss-up between the avocado & pepper jack omelet or their chicken sandwich... or the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Geraldine's I adore thee. Let me count the ways... 1. Sweet potato fries. 2. Caffe Vita coffee. 3. French toast!!! 4. Thick sliced bacon. 5. Biscuits and gravy. 6. BLT or AvocadoLT, your choice. 7.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Geraldine's was such a welcome restaurant to our neighborhood because until they came along, there really was no where to get breakfast. The menu has a healthier and more interesting twist to typical…
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never have had a bad meal but I only have been here for Brunch/lunch and I am thankful it is served until 3pm on weekends. The East Coast scramble w/salmon and capers has been my favorite so far.…
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped in on a busy Sunday morning for a delightful *spicy* virgin Bloody Mary, the avocado pepperjack omelet (perfect consistency), and crunchy hashbrowns. Service was fairly attentive (more so…
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Execution, execution, execution. Don't come to Geraldine's if you are a looking for a duck confit omelet or a truffled, deviled egg. Instead, Geraldine's specializes in very well executed food (at…
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice casual brunch spot. Diverse crowd (many children, many without children).
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Today I met a friend at Geraldine's and was so excited to try the place out after reading about it in Seattle magazine and jumped at the chance to enjoy a week day breakfast here. No weekend crowd…
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a biscuit snob, and Geraldine's has the best damned biscuits in Seattle. I kid you not. You may have to wait for a table for breakfast, but it's so worth it. Did I mention the thick-cut bacon…
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loves: the sweet potato fries with a side of aoili, the bacon arugula sandwich, the aforementioned french toast that magically stays crispy, the coffee cake that is always surprisingly good, no matter…
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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Get the "East Coast" for breakfast....simply the best I've had in Seattle.
urbanspoon.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll have a side of breakfast with my sweet potato fries, please. And some pineapple coffee cake, thanks.
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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I live up the street so I eat there at least once a week. I prefer Sunday breakfast but you need to come early if waiting for a seat or crowded places bother you. Don't be in a hurry either. I love the french...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If Middle America was filled with Starbucks-drinking yuppies, every exit on the highway would have a Geraldine's Counter. The brick walls remind the 30-somethings customers of their 20's in…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I recently discovered Geraldine's. The biscuits and gravy is a great option (though not so healthy) :) The french toast is a hit and usually comes with fruit on top! I really like that they serve…
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never had a BLT in my life before I was 30 years old. The very idea sounded greasy and heart-attack-inducing and ew. I had my first BLT at Geraldine's, and became an instant convert. However, I'm…
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There was nothing really bad about Geraldine's but nothing too spectacular either. I felt the menu was a little limited as I was searching for a benedict on the brunch side but found none. I settled…
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place...people were nice to us... we have a cute baby so that helps sometimes... but the wait wasn't too bad even for a weekend brunch-y crowd...maybe 5-10 minutes...the staff was…
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Geraldines- I've had only good experiences here. The wait staff has always been friendly, even when it's packed (weekends= jam-packed). I love the french toast, I love the…
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2007
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The food is good (especially the breakfast!), but the service isn't. The last...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh so good. Especially the sweet potato fries. The mac n' cheese has chili powder in it, but not like *chilies* rather like the chili powder you add to chili. That was kind of weird. Nonetheless it…
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You should expect a wait, but the meal you'll get is worth it. On my first visit (nearly a year ago), I enjoyed Geraldine's homemade granola with yogurt and fruit of the day. Yum!
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Kick ass b'fast & lunch menu. From the Biscuits n Gravy, to the (very different) Corned beef hash, to the Emerald Scramble, to the grubablicious Bacon, egg & arugula sammich. MMMM good! Then on to the…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well, all I can say is "The french toast is the bomb!" Its the best I have ever had! My partner and I go here almost every Sunday now for breakfast. I have also been here for lunch. The Tomato soup…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As we continue to explore the south side of Seattle, there are surprises around every corner. The little strip of "downtown" Columbia City where Geraldine's Counter resides is definitely one of them.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Perfect morning: sleep in; 6 mile run; hearty breakfast at Geraldine's with friends. A party of 6 at 10:45 and we only had to wait about 20 minutes. Entering the restaurant is uplifting all by itself…
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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I have been here several times, during their breakfast and lunch times. And I must say their breakfast always leaves me wanting more. I especially enjoy their apple pancakes they are an absolute must-try! I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
~3.5-4 stars This place is such a cute neighborhood breakfast place. I want to boost my rating to 4 stars just because there was no wait on Saturday morning! So, I ordered one of the omeletes (name…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For some reason I was expecting a little more in terms of choices from Geraldine's. I don't know if I was expecting more to choose from, or if I expected my choices to be more exciting. When it came…
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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This place is wonderful... From the staff that's busy yet always able to give top notch friendly service to the food which is delicious. My personal favorite are the biscuits and gravy! Great neighborhood feel...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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Personable service and YUMMY food. They have everything you might want on the menu for comfort, with a twist. Beyond the basics, a tastey treat! I am always pleasantly surprised if even just ordering a burger....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for breakfast one morning and thought it would be a great place to take a friend who hadn't had any dairy products in over a year. I was impressed with the selection and the quality of the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would only recommend going to Geraldine's Counter for lunch. I'm not a huge fan or Rainier Avenue, and it can get a little sketchy. We went in for lunch and it took over ten minutes before the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My best friend and I wanted to leave Capitol Hill for brunch on Saturday, so I suggested Geraldine's Counter in Columbia City. We both agreed it would be a fun place to go. Upon entering the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Update-o-matic: *****
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Me, my husband and my daughter just moved here and have been having a hard time finding great places to eat that aren't too expensive. We found Geraldines online and decided to check it out. We were…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a brunch staple for us--their biscuits are as big as your head, and just as delicious. We've only done dinner once, and I had the meatloaf. It was ok, but gave me the worst heartburn…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a fan of Geraldine and her Counter. We love brunch here and recently came in celebration of L's 29 2 Birthday. We arrived around 10:45 and had a bit of a wait. We were 8th on the list but…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Geraldine's. New to town, we've already fallen in a bit of a rut, eating here three times in one week alone. No matter; it's worth it. The first meal at Geraldine's, the wait wasn't bad for…
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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Geraldine's has great food and a lovely room. They're patient with families with kids and are always warm, even when they're swamped. It does get busy on weekends so we go early - like 9am - for breakfast. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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The past three visits to Geraldine's have been very disappointing. The service was horrible and the food was ok. We keep on giving Geraldine's more chances, but keep on being let down. It's ok for take out,...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for some spectacular breakfast options. The Avocado & Pepperjack Omelet was to me the worlds best breakfast choice.The omelet was the prefect size and didn't make me feel guilty for…
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I discovered this little corner restaurant when I moved to Columbia City. The food is unbelievably wonderful. The portions were big and the taste brings me back again and again. The perfect…
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bright and sunny (nice!) and friendly, the food here was good though the portions were not giant. We had mac-n-cheese (different from the standard, clearly homemade, and really yummy), and a good…
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite brunch stops. Service is very friendly and the food is flavorful and fresh. I've never had a bad dish from Geraldine's but I've only ever had brunch there not sure how lunch or…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A solidly average diner serving up traditional American fair in a clean and friendly environment. The Mac N' Cheese was interesting since it had a bit of spice in it, but it's not something I need to…
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had brunch here at my baby sister's request last time she visited. Hmmm, come to think of it, seester hasn't visited in quite sometime.
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All of the food I have eaten at Geraldine's has been great. Stacey has always been an amazing host, and recommend this place to all of my friends. It can be rather busy...but give me this over a…
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2006
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This fairly new kitschy lil' diner in Columbia City has many people's hearts...but not mine. The foo...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don't be fooled by the stylish decor: Geraldine's is a ho-hum diner dressed up in fancy clothes. I've been for several brunches, and have found the dishes oily and flavors aren't especially refined.…
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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How often have you been tired at the end of the day (or bored in the middle of it) and wished someon...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Vegetarians usually don't rate diners as 5-star, but this one deserves it. Awesome grilled cheeses and sweet-potato fries and amazing mac-n-cheese. I've had the pancakes here for brunch, and I didn't…
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is comfort food at its finest. The portions are good sized, the wait staff friendly and the cost is reasonable. This is a great neighboorhood restaurant. Kid friendly.
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you haven't gone yet, you may see some similarities between GC's menu and El Greco on Capitol Hill. The same owner runs both and their very good grub here. Mostly specializing in comfort food in a…
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2006
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The experience I had at Geraldines was less than average at best. Our server had an attitude and apparently did not know how to smile or conversate with their guests. When our food finally came, it was ok....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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Geraldines Counter is an absolute must! Whether it is for breakfast, lunch or dinner you will be so pleased. The staff has always been friendly and full of personality! A relaxed atmosphere with comfort food!!...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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Food is pretty good, but service is bad. Slow and not very attentive. Menu is very limited, but tasty. Wait for food can be long, so order ahead and take it to go.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2006
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a great addition to the columbia city area. tasty down home food with a spark. love their breakfasts!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2006
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New place run by two partners who used to manage great grub at places like the Coastal Kitchen and t...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/08/2006
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