Squash Blossom

No thanks.
Read this place was closed.. . with good reason (s):
Tasteless Food
Slow Order Fulfillment
Unorganized employees
I forecasted this restaurant would not be open much longer. Too bad I didn’t buy a lottery ticket beforehand.
I hope a great restaurant takes advantage of this location. It is a great spot for the Food Truck Friday population that are unwilling to wait in line for the hot sun. Aside from that, it has potential.
Squash Blossom – squashed for business…

«The Tale of the Nonexistent Table»
Oh Sunday morning, February 16^th. You started off so well. My boyfriend and I were up early enough to go check out Squash Blossom, a place that has long been on my «To Try» list-​mostly because of the allure of pumpkin pancakes. We’re not typically early risers on the weekend so this was a treat.
Upon our arrival, we were greeted by two different servers who both said they’d be with us momentarily. A third person (whom I presume to be the manager) approached us to see if we’d been helped and when we said yes, muttered something along the lines of «ok, that’s their job anyway». Red flag number 1? Another girl told us that only brunch was available which was unbeknownst to us – not a criticism, we just had not seen that there was Sunday Brunch. It seemed like an awfully good deal! $ 10 all you can eat WITH a drink? We just decided to go with it, not knowing if we’d still be able to get the aforementioned pumpkin pancakes. Finally, we were seated and quickly served coffee and water while we grabbed some plates and ventured off into breakfast land.
Inside, there were a variety of fruits and pastries, along with some lunch items. In the outdoor area, there was eggs, breakfast meats, and an omelette station. There weren’t a whole lot of vegetarian options and the omelette station (which consisted of one guy and a few skillets) seemed pretty busy. I didn’t want to go into a diabetic coma from just eating tons of sugary pastries, so I opted for some eggs, potatoes, biscuit, what little fruit was available and a mini cinnamon roll. It was a bit disappointing considering their main menu appears to have a lot more veg-​friendly items.
Let me just start off by saying, this food was not spectacular by any means. It was akin to a buffet at a family reunion you’re forced to attend where half of the food is cold and/​or burnt.
I know what you’re thinking right about now. «well Natasha, why didn’t you say anything?!?» Well I would’ve-but notice the title of this review. Nonexistent table. NO ONE willingly would come by our table to check up on us. It seemed like our server looked right past us and attended the other tables. Even if he was supposed to be the guy that brought us our drinks, I noticed that we were the only table no server checked on at all. It was actually borderline offensive. I mean, we ran out of coffee and water for a long time and finally managed to flag someone down for a refill. The girl that gave us more coffee and water was sweet and apologized because they were so «flustered and busy». Afterwards, the man I presume to be a manager approached our table, not to ask how things were, but to ask if he could take one of our chairs for another table. Let me add that this guy has zero customer service skills. Not too sure if there’s a friendly bone in this guy’s body.
The boyfriend and I were a little confused at this point. The servers are running around like chickens with their heads cut off, there’s the presumed manager being a jerk to everyone. We wondered if they were understaffed? It certainly was not *that* busy the entire duration we were there. It was also a buffet and it appeared that they had a dedicated food runner. The only responsibility of the servers would be checking on customers and making sure drinks were filled.
Finally, we were ready to leave and almost contemplated a dine n dash because the people working were *that* inattentive. I flagged down manager guy for the check and he practically scoffed at me when I said I wouldn’t be paying in cash. If it’s such a problem to pay with a credit card, how about becoming a cash only establishment? It seemed like even if I would’ve expressed my discontent for the entire experience, no one would have cared.
After reading several reviews of this restaurant, I can see that there has long been problems with getting good service here. I do see that the business owner does respond to some reviews but if the same issues are happening that were going on based on reviews from a year ago – there hasn’t been much effort made in improving «based on customer’s feedback».
I will NOT be returning. I suspect this restaurant only stays open because of it’s close proximity of Matt’s Big Breakfast, which always has a long wait on the weekends.

Great breakfast place!
I came here with a friend of mine (his idea because I was visiting from out of town) and I figured from the name it was one of those hippy dippy places with all natural ingredients who don’t use sugar, gluten or flavor. BUT I was pleasantly surprised. Not only was the food very flavorful but it was a really cool atmosphere. The owner cooked our food and brought it out and the waitress was super nice. I learned that a poinsettia is a mimosa with cranberry instead of oj — and I also learned that they are delicious. I would definitely go back.

Breakfast is my thing. Sure dinner is everyone’s thing, but breakfast is my thing. I don’t sleep in on the weekends. I like to get up early, get on my bike and ride to a spot for some delish coffee, an omelet and to feel the morning quiet before tons of people start to go out shopping.
So I hit up Squash one morning hoping to find a hidden gem. Downtown Phoenix just doesn’t have the breakfast/​brunch options that South Scottsdale /​Arcadia have, but at least I didn’t go to Matt’s for the 10 0000^th time.
Squash is decent, right on first south of McKinley, and you can even see the old Matt’s location out the back window.
My server was a young lady, obviously doesn’t care about her job but is there. She took my order and brought me my coffee. It was cold. So I chugged it. I finally got more when my food came out, although it wasn’t the server who brought it but a more engaged woman, possibly the manager. She was quite pleasant, she really was.
The food was okay. The eggs in my omelet didn’t feel like eggs honestly, but perhaps that stuff that is poured out from a container, but I have no proof of that so I feel maybe its better to not speculate.
Price wise, not too bad. Normal breakfast prices, and the Mimosas were actually very competitively priced at only $ 3, although I did not have one as it was too early (even for me).
All in all, give it a shot, but I don’t I’ll be frequenting this place and it certainly isn’t a spot you’ll be taking out of towners to see when they are visiting Phoenix for the first time.

The folks here go out of their way to satisfy and the prices are very than reasonable. The food is good and prepared with care. Don’t be afraid to make special requests.

This review is a little difficult for me.
My friend and I first went to the restaurant down the street, but the wait was too long for our bellies to bear. With many other viable options close by, the long wait probably means the food is worth it. Anyways…
I saw that Squash Blossom was right down the street, so we gave it a try. We were seated right away in the disheveled interior section across from the fruit, pastry, and juice display set up for brunch.
The fruit, bakeries, and cold items were all great, and the spread on the bar looked inviting. The mini cinnamon buns were my favorite.
On the other hand, the hot items (eggs, potato hash, bacon, pork sausage, chicken) were just run of the mill. But at $ 10/​person it’s really hard for me to complain about quality. Ya get what ya pay for.
The omelette station was a nice touch, but the literal 35 minute wait for the two egg omelette took away any value having an omelette station created. So, me being me, I tried to deduce why the omelette making process was taking so long. Maybe they were waiting for the chicken to lay more eggs. Maybe they ran out of butane fuel and had to use a flintstone to create a fire hot enough to cook eggs. Or maybe the cook was just legitimately overwhelmed, and one of the three servers meandering around could have stepped behind the burners to help him crank out some omelettes. There’s no «I» in omelette.
Our server was great. He was very attentive and personable.
All in all, I left unsatisfied with the food, but at that price what can I say? I’m sure there’s much more appetizing items on the menu for lunch or dinner, but I am apprehensive to return.

Was in the neighborhood wanting to grab a brunch and had already been (and liked) the Phoenix Public Market restaurant. Squash Blossom seemed inviting and the atmosphere was definitely pleasant. There was a wedding party going on outside which was only a negative in that it was a perfect day to enjoy our meal outside. We saw there was a brunch offered (at a very reasonable price of $ 10/​person). We asked if we could check it out before confirming we wanted to get it and they were kind enough to allow us to do a little walk through. I’d say they could improve their presentation and though it didn’t like a like a gourmet hotel buffet like those I’ve had on Easter at the Hyatt, it was more about enjoying a different location and experience. I’d give the food a 6−7÷10. They could do better in terms of making the presentation more enticing. Cheeses were available as well as some cereal and bowls (but now milk).
There was also bagels (but no toaster) with cream cheese kind of just seemingly propped out of a commercial jar… not so enticing… but I did have one (even if I wish I would have been able to toast it). There wasn’t too much more other than a few tasty pastries and cookies. The mini Red Velvet cupcakes were very good. Sat down, enjoyed that and they had a little omelet bar (and I found out a little too late as I was full that I could have also ordered waffles which everyone else seemed to be enjoying). Omelet bar was a nice touch as you can pick and choose your ingredients similar to Genghis Grill for example but for whatever reason my omelet took about 10 minutes to get to me even though the restaurant wasn’t really all that crowded. I had my back to the chef making it and I’m not one to ruin my day or anyone else’s by getting upset… but it was a little too long I have to admit. Still tasty but I was really full by then. Reviews seem to be mixed and I can understand why but at the end of the day I would definitely try it out again.

Great breakfast and fantastic service. Brunch buffet was very good. Perfect breakfast spot for a perfect day

I feel like this place gets an unfair wrap in part because its constantly compared with Matt’s Big Breakfast. Yes, Matt’s is better. But no the gap isn’t THAT wide. I took a group of 4 of us to breakfast here this morning and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Its a pretty no frills place (which is something of a contrast compared to the other restaurants in the immediately vicinity), but they do breakfast and do it well. I had scrambled eggs with sausage and toast. Simple, cheap, and delicious. Everyone else got the pumpkin pancakes, veggie omelet, and banana french toast respectively. The pumpkin pancakes were super tasty. Also grabbed a piece of the french toast and liked it (though I usually skip the pecans). The atmosphere is pretty laid back and the décor isn’t inspiring, but with a tab of just $ 33 (including tip) for the four of us, we’ll accept slightly less than perfect

I posted a review last time we ordered out from this place and was very pleased with the food. The 2^nd time? Gross. I will not be back.
I ordered corned beef hash with eggs over medium. What I got was some type of mystery meat cut into little squares, served with country potatoes that were under-​seasoned and undercooked. My eggs? Over medium, my left foot. The yolks were completely hard and the whites rubbery.
My colleage ordered biscuits and gravy. While hers wasn’t horrible she wasn’t impressed. The gravy was just ok as were the biscuits. Again, we won’t be back. Very disappointing because the prices are reasonable and the no minimum delivery is a great bonus.

I was very disappointed in my experience here. I work downtown, and was recruited by an enthusiastic man they had hired to hand out fliers on the street. My boyfriend and I went in for breakfast one morning. The server was friendly, but incredibly awkward and would mostly only look at my boyfriend in his interactions with us.
Then there is the food, which was the biggest atrocity. I ordered the huevos rancheros. Normally I think of eggs, tortillas, beans, cheese, sauce, etc. What I received looked like a thin burrito. No sauce, nothing on the outside. So I thought, «hmm, that’s unconventional, but it must all be inside.» Nope. All that was inside the rolled up tortilla was cooked eggs and a few pieces of onion. Nothing else. Almost as an afterthought, the server asked if I wanted any salsa on the side. I couldn’t believe it. Not to mention the hash browns. They were half under cooked, and half burnt.
I will never return to this establishment. My boyfriend and I were so disappointed with our experience, we heard a random man on the street tell his coworkers that maybe they should go to Squash Blossom, and we stopped him to suggest he not bother.

I will be the first to say I do not usually leave 5 star reviews, but when you get a local restaurant in the heart of Downtown Phoenix and can walk away with a meal, drinks, and great service for two under $ 20 it’s well deserved.
I had the bacon bleu cheese burger and my friend had the swiss burger. I loved that the burger’s were normal size and not gargantuan like most places. The portion size was perfect.
I had the jalapeño cole slaw as my side and found it really good, but it could have used a little salt I think. Salt is bad for you though, so perhaps it was best without more salt.
Really the only thing I was not a fan of was that when you order a soda you get a can and not refills, but once again this is very common with local, family ran businesses and I should have realized.
A husband and wife team own this place, and both of them are very kind. I highly recommend coming here if you want a great deal for food. Burger Buddy Friday’s are awesome! Buy two burgers and get one half off! That’s a deal!
I must go back for breakfast because the menu looked amazing, and if you live downtown or are staying downtown at a hotel, they deliver and have no minimum delivery order amount!!!
Support local business and support awesome food by eating at Squash Blossom. Everyone was really friendly and you could tell they have passion for what they do!

I got the vegetarian Spanish omelette. Side with a slice of watermelon and home potatoes. Oh my. My potatoes were super dry. I drenched themnin hot sauce and ketchup.
My sissy hash brown were so soft and soggy. Didn’t look appetizing at all. She sent it back… came back with a whole new batch of hash browns. Um yeah… same texture. Same problem. I guess that’s how they make their hash browns. :(

I have only tried one lunch item here so far, but I am definitely eager to try other items!
I work close by and we (coworkers) are always looking for new places for a bite and when we discovered they deliver and also with NO minimum required, we were very excited. And I will say, our first experience was very positive.
Our food arrived quickly (just under 20 minutes), and everything tasted fresh and was the perfect portion for me. I ordered the Chicken Salad on Croissant which I recommend for chicken salad lovers! The sweet potato fries were also VERY good. Not soggy or too thin, just perfect!
The only «issue» I might have had was ordering over the phone. The girl that took the order was very sweetl; however, seemed a little unsure of how to take down an order and credit card information. (and we were missing a few things in our order) But even with that, we were still pleased.
Looking forward to next time!

We wanted a change from our weekly breakfast from upstairs, so when I suggested Squash Blossom for last Friday, my coworkers were all on board. I took their orders Thursday night and rolled into work early Friday to place the order for delivery. Free delivery, I might add. Our order arrived right on time. Combined, we had the corned beef hash, an omelet, two orders of eggs, the bacon and their turkey sausage; the four of us split an order of pumpkin pancakes I ordered the corned beef and was expecting the masticated variety common in greasy spoons, so I was a little in a «huh» moment. However, the cubed corned beef was very filling but there were green peppers in the potatoes and I always belch those up for hours. My coworkers all indicated their food was good. While we also were very excited about the pancake, it wasn’t quite are amazing as we expected – half of the pancake was borderline burnt. Perhaps if we’d eaten that first it would have been better? I’ll still be trying that again.
All things considered, this was a nice change from our normal breakfast spot. I’d like to check out the buffet Rand wrote about, too.

Disappointing in the sense that this had the potential to be a great experience.
Cute place, nice staff, pretty patio. Oj tasted like fresh squeezed, carmel machiato was delish, food was fresh and good quality.
On the other hand, the table was wobbly and driving me crazy. Omelette came w the wrong side, no cheese and realized I never got my toast. Had to ask twice for coffee refill, and took 15 minutes to get the check which was a nightmare with kids.
Could hear other tables with similar complaints, maybe an off day.

I’m so glad my friend Rico invited me here for brunch this morning, as this is by far the best brunch place I’ve been to in the Phoenix area. The Sunday buffet brunch choices included bacon, breakfast sausage, omelets from an omelet station, fresh fruit slices, sliced deli meats, potato salad, penne, various pastries, and more; plus coffee, orange juice and other beverage choices — all at great price. The staff was very friendly and attentive, and the food items were constantly being replenished. Cozy seating induces pleasant conversation. This is a truly phenomenal dining destination in the downtown area.

Hey great place, very «cute». They have quite a few unique drinks on their menu which their barista made well. What prevented a 5 star in this case was all my flavoring was trapped at the bottom so my last sip was an exquisite surprise of explosive sugar all up in my grill. Considering i don’t like sugar that much i almost gagged. BUT! thats just how most drinks are. Wish he mixed it in a little better, but things settle. The top part was good, not too sweet and enough flavor to get from it what they are were going for (the mocha mandarin). Next time i will definitely ask for less flavoring because if that all was mixed into the drink evenly i might have not enjoyed it as much.
If i wanted to rate my full experience, it’d be grumpy to be honest. There was no parking that i could find (for free). So we parked at meters… yeah you guessed it. I got a ticket… so most expensive cup of coffee i’ve had. :([do they have a parking lot nearby for squash blossom? preferably a free one]
Aside from getting a ticket (MY FAULT! i should have put more change in the meter), i liked this place a lot. I want to come back for breakfast… after i max out the meter though… HA!

Bacon and eggs, veggie hash, English muffins, strawberries, carrot cupcake, cappachino. Total $ 10 and some change. Excellent meal.

The owners liked my front elevation design for the Squash Blossom marquee signage over the street entrance that I submitted last week and whoever’s mother that was the artist, doing the painting, she was awesome.
Has a great time today and another thank you to my server, you are pretty cool too.

The anticipation for a new breakfast place downtown has delivered. My favorite aspect is right in the name and it all comes down to the vegetables. It’s a nice open space as well the full service patio. Squash blossoms fits right into downtown including all the artwork on the walls for sale.
The variety of food is what impresses me. They serve breakfast and lunch as well as a coffee & smoothie bar.
I like the warm colors of the atmosphere as it’ll be a great spot to grab breakfast after shopping at the farmers market.
The egg and veggie scramble was very tasty. Lots of onions, bell pepper, potatoes and tons of seasoning. It was served with a slice of watermelon and a tidbit of carrot cake muffin. I opted for the turkey sausage that’s made in house as well.
This will be a continual staple for me as it’s walking distance. Can’t wait for the full opening next week!