Family Defender Institute of NC
Why to go?… THE MUFFINS!!!
Amazing. Totally worth the trip.
It’s not well explained on their website but yes there is inside seating.
Don’t let the young ladies working the counter put you off. It’s early. A number of old men are constantly checking their receipts and they have to live with that septum piercing. That would make anyone bitter. Based on her work ethic it must also cause a lethargic state. Even when the line is stretched to the door, and her fellow employees are running around trying to serve people. Of course the 4 people we saw come in and leave after waiting too long might not matter.
Also if you are like us and refuse to tip if you have to stand up to order, be prepared for when you pay for their credit card system to ask.
Still with the fantastic muffins, it is well worth the few issues.
… moreChili Gallegos
This was the absolute BEST breakfast I have had in a long time! I walked in and I was greeted by the nicest staff, immediately welcoming me in with big smiles on their faces. The line went fast, too fast because I couldn’t decide what muffin I wanted yet! While my order was being taken I was asked my how day was going, and made they some very nice small talk with me! The person working the register gave me some very nice suggestions on muffins to get, and breakfast sandwiches! I also ordered a mocha and immediately they started working on it along with getting my muffins right away. The speed of the service was so amazing and I didn’t have to wait long at all before I got everything I ordered! This isn’t even mentioning how the food itself was, the American sunrise was amazing and made me want every sandwich I had to be on these bagels, I even got some of their discounted day-old bagels for home! The lemon drop muffin was so good, it was able to satisfy my sweet tooth that morning but was not overwhelming. The muffins were soft and delicious. I also was informed that new muffins and bagels are made fresh everyday! The coffee was so good and made well which is a hard thing to do. But the atmosphere of it all was so nice too! The hand drawn illustrations on the window showed that they were putting in more effort than they need to just because they care about creating a nice experience for the customer. Everything looked very clean as well. I was very impressed with it! This was the best start to my morning, and I would go here for amazing quick food for a very good price any day compared to somewhere like Starbucks, or even many local coffee shops. Thank you for the amazing experience!
… moreazarithlife
Chill back place with yummy eats!
Cheesecake muffs are heat
Grab that French toastwich fer suretainly
… morePayton Fontenot
The muffins are fantastic! I like to get the American sunrise breakfast sandwich and it never fails to make my day. The staff are friendly, and overall it is one of my favorite breakfast locations in the Grand Valley.
… moreShawna Bonner
I had the breakfast blt. No bacon to speak of. I hadn’t been there in years. They used to put bacon on the blt. This sandwich was over $8!
… moreKrystal Kvidera
I love lox and cream cheese but never want to buy all the ingredients. My favorite muffin has the most DELICIOUS lox and cream cheese!! The lady at the counter was super friendly too!! Cinnamon toast latte yummy as well!
… moreGwen Farnsworth
Perfect spot to pick up coffee and food in the morning for a hike or river adventure . Lots of fresh bagel selections. Got Asiago and Jalapeno-pepper jack cheese bagels. Surprising array of muffin flavors.
… moreMarc de Schweinitz
Little Miss Muffet, sat down to eat a muffin at My Favorite Muffin . She couldn’t decide, if it was cake or a muffin, so decided to have a jalapeno cheddar bagel. The owner of the shop then kicked her to the curb because she tried to pay with pinecones and lavender bushels. Life’s not a fairytale sweetheart…get a real job like the rest of us.
… moreDominick S
Food was good, fair prices, nice workers. Old negative reviews state that the customer service was poor, which I didn’t experience. This is a narrow assessment though, so take it with a grain of salt.
Overall, would stop by for breakfast again.
… moreSarah L.
Best bagel sandwich! I was looking for a grab and go, but found this cute cafe where I could sit and enjoy. The chocolate mocha was delicious, the bagel sandwich was huge, and the mini muffins did not disappoint. Yum!
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