I live in Pittsburgh but do business pretty regularly in Erie. I typically do very-early breakfast meeting presentations for large groups of people. In general, I prefer giving my business to local places, to support their businesses. I did some homework and called 4 locally-owned...breakfast diners and was surprised when I was told each time that they couldn't do the orders. I was pretty surprised, considering they were large orders, and I thought they'd appreciate the business. I found Avantis and thought I'd try one more local place before resorting to a chain restaurant (sigh). To my delight, the sweet woman who answered the phone said "We don't open until 8 am, but let me check with the owner and call you back." For context, I had to pick up the food at 6:30 AM. 2 minutes later, she called me to let me know they could accommodate me! I wish I remembered her name! She was the tall blonde with dark-rimmed glasses. When I arrived to pick up my order with my work partner, Melissa, they were waiting for us, and opened the back door to let us right in. The guys in the back grabbed the bags and loaded them in our cars (there were a ton, lol) while I settled up. I must say, I am SO HAPPY I found Avantis, a place that truly appreciates the patronage and goes over-and-beyond. I told everyone at that work appointment this story and told them to go here for breakfast ! The day I left town, I returned with my work partner and our boss. My breakfast was PERFECT !!! I can be very particular about how I like my fried eggs cooked, but they nailed them! I even asked for a second English muffin to clean my plate (yolk)! My boss loved her meal (BLT with wedding soup), and Melissa loved her vegetable omelette. They all recognized us and greeted us immediately. I literally have found my breakfast spot every time I return to Erie! Don't look anywhere else, go here for a wonderful experience and for a team who appreciates youMore