Half Day Cafe is a truly local breakfast, brunch & lunch only eatery that was started by a neighborhood family that wanted to operate a neighborhood restaurant—about as Mom and Pop as it gets. The menu at Half Day reflects the seasonal – and sometimes daily – availability of fresh and local ingredients. Our coffee is roasted in Blue Ash, our bread is baked on Red Bank Road, and the fresh flowers on the tables come from the local florist. We trust you’ll recognize our efforts to provide our customers with something special. We strive for fresh, interesting food served by warm, friendly people in a bright, clean atmosphere, and hope to become your new favorite place for the best breakfast, lunch and everything in between!
Based on 772 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
8825 Wilkens Blvd, Mason, OH 45040
Phone: (513) 204-1965
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Hours
| Wednesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Monday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
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Reviews
Ray Mansell
One of the best breakfast places in Cincinnati! I’ve been there a few times before this morning and it has consistently been great – both food and service. The staff had always been happy and friendly. Today I had some coffee and the Half Day Ultimate Combo. The coffee is excellent. The combo had 2 eggs, which I chose fried over easy. I got the sausage patties – I think they make the sausage. It also came with a bowl of white cheddar grits, and 2 pieces of French Toast. I added a side of toast. I started with the grits. I could tell they were fresh and they were seasoned wonderfully for a breakfast dish. The eggs were cooked perfectly. The toast was good – great for sopping up the yolk and making a little egg sandwich with. The sausage was as awesome as it has been and what I expect to get. Not overly spicy but just the right amount of sage. It’s not as fatty as most other breakfast sausages I’ve had, but the flavor and consistency is spot-on. A great addition to the little egg sandwich! I upgraded the French Toast to the Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast. What a great decision! The cherries were tart but were complimented by the sweet sauce. The French Toast was light and the cheesecake filling was just the right amount. Dusted with powdered sugar. It was sweet but wasn’t too heavy. A nice little breakfast dessert. Half Day Cafe is in my rotation of cream-of-the crop places to dine!
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Kessashun Arthur
This place has a decent breakfast menu with tons of options. It’s a pretty spacious place, and we had a very friendly and attentive server. I ordered the Greek omelette — it was okay, exactly what you’d expect with no frills. The goetta was really enjoyable. I had a cappuccino, which was also just okay. Overall, no wow factors here, just pretty standard stuff. I give them 3.5/5, but I’ll round up for the fast and good service.
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Kati Sorensen
Quaint diner with delicious food and drinks! We had Banana Pudding French Toast and a Western Omelet with Rosemary Potatoes. Lattes are absolutely wonderful (great beans!) and everything is very reasonably priced. Friendly staff!
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I W (Asian snob)
While the service at this establishment deserves high praise, unfortunately, it is the only aspect that truly stands out. Without a doubt, the waitstaff were all incredibly sweet and displayed commendable professionalism. However, regrettably, I cannot extend the same level of admiration to the food. As an individual who has had the privilege of traveling extensively and experiencing culinary delights from various parts of the world, I must assert that this place falls into the category of an average American breakfast joint, offering nothing more than an oversized, lackluster morning meal.
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Bre B
We ordered online, and it was quick and easy. They have a special area for quick “take away,” which is super convenient. We ordered:
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TRACY BURSKE
First time there today and had a late breakfast. Place was really clean and bright. I ordered the combination with scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes and chocolate chips pancakes. My husband got a cheese and goetta omelette. Excellent coffee from Seven Hills Roasters and Earl Grey tea from Harney rounded out an excellent experience. Will be back to try other dishes.
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Jess
Half Day Cafe was sooooo good! We sat at the bar and were lucky not to wait for a table. They had about a 25-minute wait for seating. Our server was super cute and friendly. She did a great job really. We did not have to look for her or wait for anything. She kept the cups full and cleared the empty plates quickly. Just attentive enough even though she was pretty busy. I had some sort of cocoa french toast with marshmallows. I can’t remember what it was called, but it was a seasonal item. It was very sweet and tasty. Almost more of a dessert rather than breakfast but very delicious. My husband had a traditional breakfast of scrambled eggs, sausage patties, fried potatoes, and pancakes. The eggs weren’t great but were ok. He thought they should have cooked a little longer. I tried his potatoes and sausage. I’m not a big fan of any sausage, but don’t hate it. I will say it was hands down the best sausage patty I’ve had. Probably ever. The potatoes were nothing to write home about but were also nothing to complain about. I liked them. Pancakes were just average but cooked well. The coffee was probably the best diner coffee I’ve had in a pretty long time. The only complaint or rather negative thing I can speak of is that it was kind of difficult to get to the bar to sit and eat. The place was really crowded, as you would expect on a Sunday at 10 am. The tables were all full and really close together. It made it some what of an obstacle course to navigate our way to the open counter seats. As we were trying to leave, there was quite a cluster of people everywhere near the doors. Some were waiting for the host to seat them, standing room only, and bursting out the door. Others were just walking in needing to get on the wait list with the host. There were also people leaving needing to pay the host. She seemed to be doing a good job. The best she could. But what a stressful position when it’s so busy like it was this morning. Overall, it was pretty good, and we definitely would return! Just probably not on a Sunday morning. Lol
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kat nolastname
Their freshly made orange juice was phenomenal. It wasn’t too sweet or sour!
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Aaron Rapport
It’s good food. Never had an issue with it. It’s consistent. I wouldn’t call their menu whimsical or inventive but it’s honestly not what they’re going for. They are a consistent breakfast and lunch spot and fit their niche well. We go every so often. Make sure to ask your server what’s really good currently as it can make a world of difference.
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Erika James
Everything about this place was wonderful! We are from Tennessee and met a friend for brunch. My friend and I both have service dogs, and we asked to sit on the patio with it being such a pretty morning. Our server was amazing! She was so friendly and on top of things, and even brought water for their bowls! The three of us all got something different and every single thing was absolutely delicious! We sat for a while catching up, and no one complained or asked us to leave. (Sidebar: If you’re going to “camp” at a server’s table, PLEASE be sure to tip very well! You’re costing them money they could have made on another table!) Even the restrooms were super clean! We went to Half Day Café based on the reviews, so I’m paying it forward. GO! You won’t regret it.
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