Two things we did not see as we as we entered the unassuming restaurant on a brisk Tuesday morn: crabs and a man named Dan (no crabs because, well, it was breakfast, and no Dan because, well, it’s owned and operated by Heather and her gang of competent staff)!
Admittedly, it may not look like much. A few small tables, a pour-yourself-yer-own-coffee area, and a counter where you order. But you know what? Those are all signs that your tastebuds are in for a ride. So buckle up because Crabby Dan’s is freakin’ good. It’s the kind of place where if they ask you what breakfast meat you want, and you say sausage, they ask you if you want links or patties. Yes, gentle readers, they have it all.
Dave had frequented Crabby Dan’s a few times, and the chefs always ask if he wants peppers and onions in his hash browns (to which he always says “yes”). But today – today was different. The woman behind the counter asked if he wanted the shred potato casserole. Feeling A) adventurous and B) kinda sad that he didn’t know about this option until just today, he agreed to try them. He was not disappointed. The shred potato casserole is the best in the biz! You’ll agree, too – it’s a perfect blend of potatoes, cheese, other things, magic, and some unicorn dust.
The breakfast sandwich is in the top five of Rochester. Reliably good bread, succinctly cooked sausage patty, appropriately melted cheese, responsibly cooked egg all join powers to form a super sandwich.
You don’t taste the funfetti; you experience it! The real maple syrup (for a small upcharge) supplements the party atmosphere. It’s the social butterfly. The straw that stirs the drink. The funfetti brings Twister; the real maple syrup spikes the punch.
Order at the counter. Pay at the counter.
Making the trek out to the quaint hamlet of Mendon is a reward unto itself. Whilst there, stop on by Crabby Dan’s, why don’tcha? With 10 as a must-eat, this eating establishment rates a 9.
Don’t Miss: The custom coffee blend! It’s a little sweet and busy, but when in Crabby Dan’s, do what Crabby Dan does.
Pro Tip: You can’t tip on a credit card, so bring cash!
