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We adore the Bananas Foster French Toast, the Kentucky Hot winners has those, too.Dont worry, if youve got a hankering for big, heartyYou cant go wrong with the made-from-scratch, blueberry pancakes andBrown and the Frisco Cheesesteak (noticewe like decadent food!). Waits breakfast items, such as Beeman Ranch Akaushi Strip Steak & Eggs or onehearty frittatas, but youll also want to try lunchtime fare such as My Mom'scan be long, especially on weekends, but the food and the vibrant scene are of several Eggs Benedict varieties, you wont be disappointed. Stop by theEgg Salad Sandwich on wheat toast or the sublime Crispy Fried Chicken anddefinitely worth it.mouth-watering bakery on your way out for a little something to enjoy later,Warm Brie sandwich. 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