Miss Shirley's Cafe, Annapolis

The atmosphere of the place was nice and the restaurant was located in a convenient part of town. We shared the fried green tomatoes which were well done but needed salt. I ordered the Gravy Train that came with a biscuit, gravy, grits, collard greens, and fried chicken. While the dish was tasty I found it bland. In this instance more salt probably would have helped as well but they mention Cajun seasoning that is undectetable. I can't believe the iced tea was $5, that's ridiculous. The service was efficient but could have been more present and lacked charisma. However, I've been to the Miss Shirley's by Baltimore's Harbor that was what set my initial expectations really high. The place was okay but I wouldn't hurry back.

I recently visited Ms. Shirley’s Café in Annapolis and had a delightful experience! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a cozy breakfast. My daughter tried their upside-down pineapple pancakes, and they were absolutely delicious—fluffy, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweetness. Our waiter was incredibly attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed without being intrusive. Overall, a fantastic dining experience that I highly recommend.

I recently learned that I have an allergy to hybrid wheat, which makes dining out tricky. A lot of places label things as gluten free, yet the flavor or texture takes a hit. This restaurant was a refreshing change. Our server Megan (pretty sure that was her name!) took the time to help me choose a meal that fit my needs without sacrificing taste or comfort. Everything was hearty, flavorful, and genuinely satisfying. The service felt thoughtful and attentive, and the atmosphere had that cozy, welcoming energy that makes you want to stay a while. I left happy, full, and grateful to have found a place that truly understands dietary needs while still serving great food. ✨🍽️

We visited Annapolis for the first time and stayed at a nearby hotel. The bartender at the hotel highly recommended we go to Miss Shirley’s while we were in town. Our second day in town we went there for a delicious breakfast and loved it so much we went back again the next day. The food was great, the servers (Amber and Brittney) were friendly and attentive. If we find ourselves in the city again, we’ll definitely come back.

I took my two kids here on a Monday at 11. We were seated quickly. Overall the food was really good. My daughter didn’t love her pancakes. But the waffles and crab hash and fried green tomato egg Benedict were delicious.

I’ll start off by saying, I highly recommend this place. The menu is creative and fun. The dishes my husband and I ordered were delicious. He ordered Shirley’s Affair with Oscar; I ordered CY Young omelet. The most flavorful egg white and spinach omelet I’ve ever had! The service was pretty good. Our server made good recommendations and guided us through the menu. A little on the pricey side for me but then everything is these days. Good location in Annapolis. Easy to locate and park. The restaurant and restroom were clean. The food didn’t take too long to arrive from the time we ordered. There are several locations so stop by one. You won’t be sorry.

This place was really good. I got the watermelon cucumber spritz mocktail. It was very delicious and refreshing without being too sweet. My girlfriend got the pineapple margarita mocktail, she thought it was really good but I thought it was too salty. For appetizers we got the donuts and cornbread. The donuts were just okay. Way too sweet and nothing crazy special about them. But the cornbread was amazing. Nice crunch on outside then soft and buttery on the inside. They have a great addition of spice with a flavorful butter. For my entree, I got the peach cobbler cheesecake stuffed French toast. And it was amazing and a very nice large serving for the price. Could’ve been a little hotter though . My girlfriend got the chicken and waffles. She said they were great. Definitely recommend this place

Quaint place with a convenient location just past the bridge. There is street and affordable garage parking. Lots of seating but I recommend timing right on weekends as it’s popular. The service was attentive and helpful. Clearly defined dishes so no one accidentally ate allergens. The only downside I would say it’s it’s a bit pricey. The shrimp and grits were smaller than expected and cost $27. The drinks were good and just the right amount of strong. The interior is nice but it’s not a super “unique” interior, it’s more about quality of food. The hot honey chicken dishes are a MUST.

Miss Shirley has that magic. The shrimp and grits, on top of fried green tomatoes, was amazing. Cured my common cold and made me two inches taller, it was that good. Not a bad bite was had. It's not inexpensive, but it IS top tier food that comes out surprisingly fast. It's 100% worth a little splurge at lunch.

So fun to walk into Miss Shirley's Cafe with all the memorabilia on the walls. We went for breakfast on a week day morning. The server was very friendly and patiently explained the menu. The Maryland Omelette contained jumbo lump crab meat, cheddar cheese, and tomato with Old Bay seasoning. I was nervous ordering seafood in an omelette but it turned out to be a great decision. So yummy! It also came with hash browns and a pimento cheese biscuit, both were good. We also tried the strawberry buttermilk pancakes. They came out undercooked in the center but our server replaced with a new plate. The side of fruit was fresh and inviting. We also ordered a side of scrambled eggs. We asked for them to be well done and were happy to see that they were. Overall, a good experience and fun to try a new restaurant!

Great food. Great place. Great service. Great space. The presentation is wonderful. They give hefty servings. Do yourself justice, be hungry.

There are so many good things I could say about Miss Shirley's café. The customer service is always great . I have always been greeted with a smile . It's a light hearted welcoming restaurant. It has great lighting which is important when you get my age and leave your reading glasses at home The food is always great no matter what you order. There will always be enough to bring home. Great portion sizes.

Food was tasty, but unfortunately, the service was lacking. I really wanted to love this place. I'll give it another try at another time.

Miss Shirley's was a staple for brunch I saw so we made sure to try to stop in on our way out of town (with a 4-hour drive ahead of us I wanted to carb load). We easily found seating at around 9:45 on a Saturday and did not have to wait. There was a wait by 11am when we left. Our server was very friendly and attentive so we had no issues there. My husband chose a side of chicken sausage and the peach and cheese fresh warm biscuits with jam so he could make his own breakfast sandwiches. I went with a short stack (2) of fluffy specialists pancakes and chose the blueberry white chocolate chip ones. SO good! It said on the menu they were recommended as some of the best in the country from Food network and I can see why. Perfectly fluffy and filling. They had a great breakfast menu - not a lot of specialty coffee drinks though - and plenty of eggs and omelette choices as well as sandwiches and wraps. They have a rewards program you can join if you plan to come often. Parking was street or nearby public lots and it was a easy walk from one of the downtown hotels (10 minutes or so). They had about 5-6 patio tables outside for people watching in nice weather.

You can never go wrong with Miss Shirley's! I came here for Easter brunch with the family, and it was our first time coming to the Annapolis location. We ordered some of our brunch favorites, such as the chicken and waffles, hot chicken deviled eggs (which are to die for!!), and an omelette. It was our first time getting the banana bread French toast, which could possibly be a seasonal menu item, and it was truly satisfying and tasty. I can't say I will order it again, only because I prefer their regular French toast. Surprisingly, it wasn't as busy as we thought since it was Easter Sunday. Our food came out pretty quickly and our waiter was very attentive. The inner harbor location is always so busy, so I'll probably come to this location more often.

I always enjoy brunch at Miss Shirley's Cafe. Service and food is excellent. My go to fav is Get Your Grits On with grilled shrimp. This entree is served with fried green tomatoes and overall has lots of delicious flavor. There is street parking and garage parking. IMO it was somewhat challenging to figure out how to pay for the garage parking. Somehow I missed the information and got a ticket. So been on the lookout for the parking payment information.

DEVILED EGGS!! I stopped by on a weekday and was seated right away since it wasn't too busy. The service was great- my server was attentive and made sure I had everything I needed. For my meal, I ordered the Hot Honey Fried Chicken Deviled Eggs, Cinnamon Danish Waffles, and some scrambled eggs. Now, I'm usually not a big fan of deviled eggs, but I had a good feeling about these- and I was absolutely right. Even if you don't typically like deviled eggs, you'll probably enjoy these. The crispy fried egg white takes away that usual bland taste, while the creamy yolk mixture, fried chicken, and drizzle of hot honey create a perfect bite- delicious whether eaten separately or all together. The Cinnamon Danish Waffles were packed with flavor, and honestly, who can complain about frosting? They were sweet, satisfying, and everything you'd want in a waffle. The scrambled eggs, on the other hand, were pretty standard- nothing particularly memorable. If you visit this spot, you absolutely have to try the Hot Honey Fried Chicken Deviled Eggs. They're a game-changer!

Delicious! The food was fantastic and the portions are huge! Great spot if you're in Annapolis!

TLDR: weak food at a bad price point. Full review: one of the few breakfast places in Annapolis to choose from. Opening at 8am seems a bit late for a breakfast and brunch place. Food was mid. Got the chicken and waffles. Chicken was extremely dense breast cooked to hell. Dry and difficult to chew. Consider brining it guys. Or us a tender. Waffles were cakey and undercooked. Mouth full of dough. Mustard sauce was delicious but came ice cold. Asked for new and it was better. Cheese wasn't melted. Just amateur all around. Wife got grits. Tasteless and stiff. Terrible. Service was ok. Manager handled the cold sauce quietly but didn't say anything besides "enjoy". No seasoning on the side of hash browns I got. And did not come well done like I asked. Atmosphere is like an ihop. Good place for a large group I suppose if you have unlimited money and don't care what the food is like. Overall very expensive for what you get. Redeeming qualities: close to our hotel

These were the best breakfast tacos ever! We went here for breakfast to celebrate one of my roommates baby shower. The server recommended the banana bread and it was incredible. The selections are endless for food and drinks too! We loved visiting and will be back!

Miss Shirley you beautiful woman you. Your regular pancakes were so fluffy and loaded either toppings, your fried chicken omelette wss fried to perfection, biscuits and gravy were delicious, skillet packed with flavor, waffles so fluffy. The food was out of this world Inside is cute and plenty of seating but you will def wait if you're not there early. The gluten free pancakes weren't anything to write home about but if you rarely get gluten free pancakes then you'll love these guaranteed

What went well? Everything! A friend and I went at 8 am for breakfast. They were ready to go as soon as we stepped inside. Our host sat us promptly and our server was welcoming and very warm with a great smile. She was so well verdsd with the menu and offered not just the daily specials but even small adjustments that she suggested were great to try as well. We wanted to know if there was any variation of Irish coffee served and she asked the bartender to come and explain a past season drink to us that we agreed to an ordered. It was a great mix of chocolate, coffee liquor, bourbon, and other ingredients that boosted the flavor and then warmed to perfection. We also ordered a regular cup of coffee to go along with our food. For a shared plate we ordered the Cocunut Cream Stuffed French Toast (Challa bread). It had diced strawberry's and sliced and brûléed bananas. Bomb in all aspects: explosion of flavors, huge portion size, and a little messy but not unwelcomed. I ordered the Southern Slammer sandwich and subbed out the pumpernickel for sourdough. one side had avocado spread and maybe garlic (good choice if so) and the other had the friend green tomato with the cheddar cheese, bacon, and over easy egg. I also ordered a side of hash browns. It really all was a wonderful combination for a breakfast sandwich, although a bit large to eat as a sandwich so I ate it in pieces. My friend ordered the Crab Hash & Fried Green Tomato Eggs Benedict. Colorful dish and very harty dish although the ingredients may lead one to think it's light. Very comfortable atmosphere with the booths having large backs. Loved how they are not only full service, but they have a walk up order station. Pretty cool and less disturbances for the customers waiting to come in or pay. All in all great brunch or breakfast place!

I recently learned that I have an allergy to hybrid wheat, which makes dining out tricky. A lot of places label things as gluten free, yet the flavor or texture takes a hit. This restaurant was a refreshing change. Our server Megan (pretty sure that was her name!) took the time to help me choose a meal that fit my needs without sacrificing taste or comfort. Everything was hearty, flavorful, and genuinely satisfying. The service felt thoughtful and attentive, and the atmosphere had that cozy, welcoming energy that makes you want to stay a while. I left happy, full, and grateful to have found a place that truly understands dietary needs while still serving great food.

I thought the food was a solid 4 but the hubs said his was a 5. Cute place on a beautiful day and we were having a late breakfast. Wanted to sit outside but the host said the patio had closed for seating. There were 2-3 tables sat after he told us that. Oh well I guess they've changed their minds. I had the fried green tomato breakfast sandwich and hubby had the chicken and waffles. Both hit the spot. Service was great we'll be back.

My husband and I went here for breakfast this morning. We were able to park in the neighborhood and parking garage and it was a very quick walk to the restaurant. We were seated pretty quickly. However, it was a bit of a wait before a waitress came to our table. She apologized and explained that we had been seated in a section where the waitress had not even arrived for work yet. Our coffee and waters were brought quickly. My husband ordered the chicken and waffles. He is a bit of a connoisseur for chicken and waffles, but prefers bone in chicken. He knew ahead of time that the chicken for this meal is a chicken breast. I ordered the banana bread French toast. As far as banana bread goes, it was fine. However, I was not convinced it had been battered and fried like typical French toast. Instead, it just tasted like an elevated banana bread with bananas and chocolate chips on top. It was good, but just not what I was expecting. The restaurant is very nicely decorated, and was not very crowded when we were there. However, I imagine as it gets later. It probably fills up quite a bit. If you're looking to try someplace new and are open to some unique menu items, you might get this restaurant a try. It's a little pricier than most breakfast spots, but it's nice for the occasional treat. If we go back, I will just know what to expect and will likely stick to pancakes.

Went here for brunch and it was awesome. The atmosphere was giving. The service was great and the food was better. They were also able to accommodate my food allergies, so that's a plus.

We needed something quick to eat while being out & decided to give Miss Shirley's a try. I was a little skeptical about all the flavors in the chicken & waffles dish, but to me? It slapped. I feel like everything complemented each other & the chicken was cooked perfectly. The menu is very extensive & can be overwhelming so all that means is that I need to go back and try other things I had my eyes on. Service was decent in terms of timing & there wasn't a wait in the middle of a Monday.

You can't go wrong with Miss Shirley's. We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon for brunch and although no reservations are allowed, we were seated immediately. This restaurant specializes in adding Maryland twists to southern staples, so think shrimp and grits, baked salmon, greens, shrimp dishes, fried chicken, brunch dishes such as toast, eggs, etc. The entire menu is awesome. We opted for the fried chicken deviled eggs which was amazing, and also got the gravy train southern skillet as well as a half order of toast--so so delicious. Also tried the shrimp and grits which was really tasty. The portions are also quite generous so you feel like you're getting your moneys worth. Definitely stop by if you'd like to be treated to sweet and savory goodness.

Miss Shirley's was such a treat to visit during Maryland Vegan Restaurant Month! I hope they keep these vegan options available all year long. They were so delicious! Miss Shirley's was bustling on a Sunday morning for brunch. My family waited 20 minutes for a table and the wait was worth it. We were seated amongst other families so my 8 month old was in good company surrounded by other infants. This business is so kid friendly! They had a lot of high chairs available and plenty of space for the kids to sit on the end of the table. For brunch we enjoyed a mimosa, the vegan breakfast bowl, and the vegan powerhouse sandwich. All of the food came out quickly and it all tasted so fresh! The mimosa had pulp in it which gave it a fresh squeezed OJ feel. The corn in the breakfast bowl literally tasted like it was cut right off the cob. And then sandwich had so many fresh veggies! The winning meal was for sure the breakfast bowl. It was colorful, had so many different textures, and everything was flavored to perfection. They nailed cooking the vegan egg and I was worried we were given the wrong meal for a second. The sandwich was good but not great. I think it's a solid menu option for the vegans that just want tasty veggies. It didn't have any flavor that was memorable and I can imagine some people that want something lighter and completely plant-based would really enjoy it. Overall from service to food quality I was so impressed. Their menu is not super vegan friendly, and the Maryland Vegan Restaurant Month menu was extensive and amazing!! Again I hope they keep offering this vegan menu because they have winning dishes that more people need to try!

I had a breakfast for work at Miss Shirley's Cafe in Annapolis and left impressed. I live in Baltimore City not far from the Cold Spring location of Miss Shirley's but hardly ever go. So I wasn't expecting much from my breakfast at this Annapolis location. But I forgot just how all-encompassing their menu is. Vegans in your party? People who eat gluten free in your party? People who just refuse to eat anything that isn't healthy? This menu has something for them all while still having some very fun (and not healthy at all) treats for those who like to calorie splurge at brunch! Our work party shared their Funky Monkey Bread, which is apparently one of their classics. It's a little on the sweet side for me, but I can see why they sell a lot of it - delicious and easy to share with a larger group! I wasn't in the mood for something too heavy (had a work lunch not too many hours away), so I went with their Bmore Breakfast Bowl (scrambled egg topped with parmesan, roasted sweet potato, sauteed spinach, roasted corn, roasted cherry tomatoes and onion with lemon and dill, pickled jalapenos, and sliced avocado. It was healthy while still being very tasty and exactly what I wanted that morning. The decor at the locations I've been to always feel like dated, like they're a corporate chain restaurant, and not a Baltimore institution. But if their decor doesn't impress, wow does their service. Our group was large (maybe 20 people?), and the servers who helped us throughout our meal were so friendly, professional, and helpful. They were pros but just so lovely, too. Overall, not a bad place for a breakfast or brunch if you're in Annapolis. Especially if you value a place that still really focuses on the human connections of good service. Because Miss Shirley's does that better than a million other places.

Went in on a Tuesday for brunch and it wasn't busy so that was really nice! The service was very nice and prompt and the red velvet pancakes were better than I could imagine. Delicious!

A charming little spot in a part of Annapolis I've yet to explore, and it was worth the visit! Brittany was very sweet and accommodating. I got the two eggs with cranberry maple turkey sausage. The pimento biscuit was sooo tasty! My husband ordered the bayou omelet and loved the flavors! I'm definitely coming back to try their French toast. It looked like a monster!!

Yeah, the coconut cream stuff French toast is really THAT good. Maybe the best thing I've ever had in my life. SUCH an amazing menu and amazing meal. It's HUGE though. My friend did not enjoy her Turkey sandwich though. But whatever. Order sweet nor savory.

The food has been superb since the day they have opened. The service is always great and everyone is usually very nice. The pancakes are soooo good , we got plain, Oreo , and the special with bacon inside r the pancakes so good. Shrimp and grits are soooo delicious , chicken and waffles are the perfect size and again always soo good

We were visiting Annapolis and needed some home cooking for a good base to start our day when we stumbled across Miss Shirley's Cafe. I ordered the Gravy Train Southern Skillet. Fried chicken, cheese biscuit, grits, greens and gravy. Overall, the breakfast wasn't bad, just not what I was expecting. The chicken was good, but a bit big - two 1/2 breasts. I didn't find a lot of sausage or ham, but the grits were tasty and the biscuit was delicious. I ordered a caramel apple cider mimosa, which was very tasty and different from anything I've had before (Order This). We just waited 5 to 10 minutes for a table, which was less than we expected. Our server took our order quickly however when it came time to pay, we sat around for a bit. Just the opposite of what I'm used to. It's a cool little restaurant and if you're in Annapolis, looking for some home cooking, I would stop by.

My second visit to Miss Shirley's wasn't as satisfying as my first. We were greeted immediately and seated by very pleasant staff. My good experience ended there. We were seated in a booth next to the kitchen and bathroom. There was constant traffic in and out and a slight banging from the other side of the wall. We realized it was a workstation. Placing the booth is this space seemed like and not well thought out opportunity to increase profit. We sat and waited over 10 minutes before someone finally realized noticed us and we waited another few minutes. The server was pleasant and friendly and took our drink and food order since we had plenty of time to decide. We both had the Cy Young omelet and I was disappointed. It was flavorless and needed lots of salt to make it palatable. My hash browns also lacked flavor and should have been cooked a little longer. We will come back because our prior visit was much better so may have been a bad day.

The food was so good here that we wanted to see and meet Ms. Shirley herself! We had a bit of a long wait, as we didn't have a reservation, but it was worth every penny. The fried green tomatoes and deviled eggs were amazing and those grits were like no others I've had just pure deliciousness. I thoroughly enjoyed the chicken, French toast and eggs and the beverage tasted good as well. I've visited both the Baltimore and Annapolis locations and rave about both because the food is great! I don't recall music but it's not needed with great company. I'd definitely recommend this place to others.

Sunday 2/18/2024 My first visit to Miss Shirley's was from this location back in 2021 and my last visit was from the Baltimore location back in 2022. It's been a minute since I've had Miss Shirley's so I decided to go on Sunday. Unfortunately, that was also everyone else's plan as well. When I got there (at 12:30 pm to be exact) it was PACKED and the wait was going to be an hour and a half so Instead I opted for takeout. I got the funky monkey bread $22, Belgian waffles $13, cinnamon danish pancakes $15, and the raspberry white chocolate stuffed french toast $21. The funky monkey bread was solid but it's a bit overpriced and it didn't really need the chocolate or bananas but instead should've had some type of icing or glaze. The cinnamon danish pancakes were underwhelming. I'd say you're much better off getting regular pancakes instead since only the top pancake has the toppings on it while the others don't (wasn't a fan of the cream cheese topping). Overall, The pancakes were alright. The Belgians waffles were disappointing and overpriced for what you get (wouldn't get it again). The raspberry white chocolate stuffed French toast was probably my favorite item I had: it was heavy, filling, and pretty good. Overall, the brunch experience was decent but it's definitely not as good as I remembered.

First time visit while in town for an event. Friendly service. Our server made great recommendations. The food was good. My favorite was the chicken deviled eggs. Hubby order pancakes and grits. Grits didn't have too much taste and didn't care too much for the onions. I orders the Gravy Train, it was a good taste of all southern flavors in one dish. Good breakfast

I sat at the bar here for breakfast over the weekend and was immediately impressed by bartender Elizabeth's amazing service. She was constantly checking on everyone, despite having to deal with a large crowd. On her recommendation, I ordered the cinnamon Danish pancakes along with their breakfast platter. While there was no way I could finish all the food, I really enjoyed the pancakes and their creative spin on the pepper jack biscuit. Although the prices were what I considered to be high, and the cocktails seemed a little underwhelming, I am always happy to recommend good customer service. This place would be perfect for a couple or small group looking to splurge for brunch.

What an amazing assortment of dishes! We had a hard time selecting an entree so we wound up getting a bunch of smaller items instead. The cinnamon danish pancakes are incredible. And we loved that you could order a short stack (2 pieces) so we could enjoy them. And I loved the fried green tomatoes and aioli. I'd go back in a heartbeat! The food was top notch.

Miss Shirley's is a local landmark, with a line out front on weekend mornings. Here in the Annapolis location, parking is easy (if you're comfortable with QR codes and paying by app). Food is ok. I've been here multiple times and my consistent opinion is that it is the exaggerated version of what you order. French toast with filling? The filling is as thick as the bread. Biscuit on your omelette? Covered in gravy....its just so EXTRA here. The straw that broke the camels back was the last time we were here and there was some kind of celebratory donut for the birthday of Miss Shirley's. Hahaha it was awful. It was cold. It was not delicious. Pro tip from a local: get your donut from Carlsons and thank me later. And so I feel that it is my duty to say, as a local, that Miss Shirley's ain't all that. Over $200 for 6 people to have breakfast (no alcoholic beverages fwiw) is insane pricing for ok food.

After a long drive to Annapolis we were starving. We stopped by Miss Shirley's for some lunch. I didn't realize at first but they have a few locations around Maryland. The inside is filled with a ton of rewards they have received for their services and the outstanding food! We got seated very quickly! Our waitress was so lovely and patient. She offered us suggestions and told us about the "best sandwich in America". Of course we got the Southern Slammer Sandwich. We also got Sunrise Mimosa and the Miss Mimosa. These were excellent to start with a bit of champagne. Miss Mimosa was a traditional mimosa, and the Sunrise also had some mango juice in it. These were tasty and easy to drink. We also got the Crab Soup. Because, when in Maryland! As a side to our sandwich we got the grits with diced bacon. All of this was to share. This sandwich was very good and hearty! It had fried green tomatoes, bacon, avocado, cheddar and a fried egg. I don't think the Pumpernickel bread was the most complimentary to the contents of this sandwich. The grits was so delicious we almost got into a fight about who would finish it! We should have stopped there, but we also had the crab soup. I was a bit underwhelmed by the soup. This soup was hearty and delicious, with plenty of tomatoes and seasoning. However, I couldn't find any crab in it. The "crab" seemed much more chickeny to me. Other than the soup, everything else was pretty delicious! I would stop by here again when I come across Miss Shirley's.

9.23.2023- Visiting places featured on Diner's Drive-Ins, & Dives or Food Paradise tend to be fun dining experiences for me. We dropped on a Saturday & the place was full even with a tropical storm brewing outside. This establishment still does not accept reservations & we still couldn't get a booth but I digress. I've visited the Annapolis & Baltimore locations and I really appreciate the consistently of the food & comforting ambiance. I tend to order various omelets & deviled egg concoctions but the cocktails, pancakes, French toast, biscuits, po' boys, & salads are delicious as well. I've never had a bad meal even if I have to take it to go! Looking forward to the next visit.

Visited Miss Shirley's on an extremely rainy day, but they were still pretty busy. While being busy, our group of 5 was surprised to be sat almost immediately. I chose the gravy train southern skillet and was very happy with it. Everything worked together in this dish. The chicken went well with the gravy, grits and collard greens. The bayou omelets were also a hit and completely finished. On the other hand, the coconut cream stuffed French toast was massive and the cream was so thick it was hard to eat. One member of our group just wanted some sides and the server was able to accommodate that. During our visit, the power seemed to surge a few times, but we chalked this up to the storm outside. No one called any attention to this, so we figured it wasn't of any concern. The servers were very friendly and even though it was busy, it wasn't too loud. If you are in Annapolis, MD, consider stopping by and getting the skillet. If you like a thicker coconut cream, share the French toast with the table because it is very large.

Let's just say that I want to hurry up and leave so I can come back. The food is excellent!! Customer service was great too. I ate the shrimp and grits there and then got the chicken and waffles to go because my greedy self couldn't decide. I stopped short of licking the plate because I was raised well. There's nothing else to say about this place. If you're hungry, eat here. If you're not, get something to go. I'm determined to try everything on the menu eventually. The food is perfect and you will not be disappointed. There's a reason it's always busy.

So our group of about 10 ladies were looking for a nice brunch spot during our break from all day meetings in Annapolis and someone suggested Miss Shirley's. Admittedly I have never heard of this establishment but I went with the crowd's recommendation. They were more than accommodating of our larger group and put 3 tables together after a very short wait. The waitress was knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive. My meal was great and the mimosa hit the spot. I'll be back! They say they are the home of the award winning waffles. The Belgium waffles I had was definitely one of the best.

Get thee to Miss Shirley's ASAP, is my very strong suggestion. Miss Shirley's hasn't slipped a step, y'all, I swear. I need to come here more often I said to myself. Why the heck I haven't been back recently for more yummy in my tummy, I don't know. Two of us shared the 3 egg MD Omelet with lump crab cake. The pimento biscuit that comes with it is delicious also. Their menu has changed since I was here, a compliment, so there were plenty of untried options. My mimosa was great and that still comes iceless so your drink doesn't dilute. For some reason there were lots of in the arm age babies in the place, a family affair. The babies were not noisy or crying that made me notice but all of the concentrated cuteness. If the waitstaff makes Mother's with young babies feel comfy enough to hang out, kudos to them. There is street construction in front and within about 2 blocks in either direction. Parking was free on this Friday in the paring lot. There was a sign saying the cost was a flat $5.00 to park but no one was there to collect it and there was no automated way to pay either.

Very meh kind of meal - I got the B'more breakfast bowl. Biggest complaint was my sweet potatoes were borderline uncooked while the corn was almost completely dehydrated. I was starving so I guess it got the job done, but for $19 I'd have hoped for better than that. Also, for a weekday lunch the place was almost empty yet our server had to be told we were there by multiple other people! She seemed nice enough but could tell she wanted to talk to her coworkers more than serve.

Last Sunday, 9/21/2025, some friends and I visited Miss Shirley's Cafe in Annapolis, MD. My receipt says that Tanaisha was my Waitress. I'm just having the chance to write this because I've been so busy at work this week. I'd been to Miss Shirley's Cafe in Annapolis once before and had a better experience. This particular afternoon, my two companions and I started off with 3 Bloody Mary's and then we ordered brunch. I ordered Waffles with pineapples on top and a side order of bacon with milk. The waitress couldn't really hear my order initially because I was sitting near the wall and it was a bit noisy. I think there was a birthday brunch going on behind us. When she said that she couldn't hear me, I moved to the outside of the booth, right next to her so that she could hear me. I gave her my order of waffles, bacon, and milk and repeated it to ensure she heard and she repeated what I'd said so I was happy. It's no-one's fault that it was noisy. My friends and I drank our Bloody Mary's until our orders came. Two of the orders came first, which included my waffles and bacon. There were two waiters, a young man and a young woman, that brought our brunch and that did not include Tanaisha, our Waitress. The young man placed my waffles on the table. When he was getting ready to place my bacon on the table, the plate dropped and wierdly broke in half. It was a strange clean break. The plate just broke clean with my bacon flying all over the table. It was a wonder that the plate didn't shatter because everyone's food could have been contaminated with broken shreds of porcelaine. Anyway, accidents happen. The young man stood very still, I think he was experiencing temporary shock, and didn't say a world. The sound was loud and everyone in that area heard. The young lady looked shocked as well but she didn't say anything either. To break the awkwardness, I said, it's alright, no-one was hurt and accidents do happen. They both placed the remaining food on the table and walked away. I received no apology or anything. In fact, they didn't even clean the greasy mess the bacon made, however they picked up the bacon and took it with them, as I expected them to do. Then my waitress, Tanaisha walks by in a hurry and asks, "do you still want that bacon". I nodded yes. That's all that was said. Not one apology from the two young waiter and waitress nor Tanaisha. Let me say something about Tanaisha. I ordered milk as I mentioned initially and she repeated it back, however, I had to stop her well into my meal to ask her for it. She made it sound like I'd just ordered it instead of acknowledging that she'd forgotten. I think Tanaisha and I started off on the wrong path, and that tone was still airborne. I tipped as I usually do, I think 22% or 25%....just because the food was alright and I usually tip, however, when I got in the car, I started feeling like maybe I should have said something because someone did stop by the table and ask if everything was good. I probably should have said something then, but I was pretty much focused on the food and mulling over the situation. I enjoyed the bacon, the waffles weren't what I expected. I'm reporting this only to ask that maybe the training you give your staff should also include a lesson on "common courtesy". Unfortunately, some people just don't learn this at home. An apology from one of the three waiters that served our table would have been appreciated. To pretend that it didn't happen is rude. Extending some common courtesy could go a long way.

Love Love Love! I hadn't been here in almost 20 years. Going to Annapolis I wanted my daughter to try the food. She and her boyfriend were skeptical about the chicken & cheddar cheese green onion waffles. Afterwards they both said it's the best thing they have ever eaten and can't wait to go back. Our server, Kaitlin was great. The restaurant itself has a cute vibe especially in the Annapolis area. I look forward to returning to any of the locations.

I ordered the gumbo, while it was good, the Roux was much thicker than I expected. The Mac and Cheese Skillet was pretty good as was the Hot Honey Fried Chicken Wrap

I am really upset with the quality of food that we experienced at this location. Also, the service was lacking. I get it, everyone is frantic on a Sunday-funday, but get it together (clap, clap). There is no need to take your frustration out on those dining, no need to huff and puff back and forth from the kitchen, and no need to make noises when you're clearing tables--it's as if the staff here need a wakeup call. I wanted to leave but my partner wouldn't budge due to the wait time we experienced. So we sat and sat and sat until we had what seemed like a second waiting time of 30+ minutes. We finally ordered a few appetizers and two entrees. Nothing impressed me and honestly, the dishes we ordered appeared to be different from the Baltimore location (which is BOMB BTW). Less food is served here and the overall flavors are lacking. The food served to us did not reflect what we ended up paying--WAY TOO MUCH. We felt robbed.

This was probably my 20th visit to Miss Shirley's, and once again they delivered, even during a packed Sunday brunch. My go-to is the Southern Slammer, hands down my favorite breakfast sandwich anywhere. We also tried the French toast and the 20th Celebration, both solid choices. A couple of small misses: they didn't have a bartender on that day, and it looks like the monkey bread is no longer on the menu (or maybe I just missed it). Still, great service and great food. I'll definitely be back.

Excellent breakfast! The pancakes ARE to die for- real maple syrup with buttermilk pancakes - they have a sweet, creamy taste. Biscuits are also right up there. Seated around 8:20/8:30 and was pretty empty but it filled up in the next 20 minutes. Service was also excellent.

There's a variety of food to select outside of your regular eggs and bacon. Out of 50 visits, (or close to it), service has always been good for pick up and dine in. With delivery the issue was always the drivers! Can't find the address. Food tumbled. Can't properly communicate. I definitely recommend you sit and eat or do curbside!

Visited over the weekend on a Saturday morning around 9:30am. Although there were quite a number of customers waiting to be seated, Wait was not very long . Twenty minutes maybe. The restaurant is nice and spread out. I ordered savory chicken and waffles. A nice size portion and they were very good, but next time I will order sweet waffles to go with the savory fried chicken. Others in our group had french toast, bacon, biscuits and gravy; also all delicious and filling portion sizes. They serve pepsi products, which are gross- but did offer an attractive selection of morning cocktails. Taniacia was our server and she was very professional, knowledgeable of the menu and very articulate in general. We enjoyed our breakfast and will be back as there were so many other delicious choices I want to try next time.