Alexis B.
Yelp
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.