Ray's Cafe - Spring Lake

My first time here I ordered the crab burger with sweet potato fries and mozzarella sticks with and iced tea The service was great Food was delicious The sweet... read more My first time here I ordered the crab burger with sweet potato fries and mozzarella sticks with and iced tea The service was great Food was delicious The sweet potato fries were on point The marinara for the mozzarella sticks was flavorful My only critique would be the bun they served the crab burger on was a reg old cheap bun, and couldn't withstand the heartiness of the crab cake patty and fell apart easily. Other than that everything was great!

The atmosphere here is really cool—relaxed and without any pressure. I ordered the steak salad, but it was quite a challenge to eat. Everything came uncut, so I... read more The atmosphere here is really cool—relaxed and without any pressure. I ordered the steak salad, but it was quite a challenge to eat. Everything came uncut, so I had to slice the steak, cheese, cucumbers, and onions while it was all served in a bowl! The servers, who seemed to be mostly high school students, were more focused on socializing than on attending to the tables. They didn't check in at all or bring the bills when needed.

We ordered boneless wings ($10), a beef burger ($12), and a chicken plate ($22). I felt the prices were a bit steep considering the portion sizes, but I underst... read more We ordered boneless wings ($10), a beef burger ($12), and a chicken plate ($22). I felt the prices were a bit steep considering the portion sizes, but I understand that the location plays a big role in that. The boneless wings got a rating of 3/5. They came with five wings, ranch dressing, and a few celery sticks. Unfortunately, they didn’t taste as good as I had hoped; I’ve had better elsewhere. The burger was a standout with a perfect 5/5 rating. It featured an 8 oz beef patty on a bun, accompanied by coleslaw and crispy fries. It was delicious and very well-presented. On the other hand, the chicken plate received a low score of 2/5. It consisted of two thin, grilled chicken pieces that were quite oily, served with steamed beans and a small house salad. You could customize it with pasta, rice, or soup, but it still didn’t impress me. There is also a bar where you can bring your own drinks, which is a nice touch. While my husband really enjoyed his burger, I wasn’t satisfied with my dish. Overall, the service was good and the atmosphere was enjoyable.

On a peaceful Monday morning in early January, I'm enjoying a quiet moment with the newspaper after settling my mortgage. The service here is impeccable, and I'... read more On a peaceful Monday morning in early January, I'm enjoying a quiet moment with the newspaper after settling my mortgage. The service here is impeccable, and I'm grateful for the absence of interruptions in this charming café, which features vintage Lionel trains displayed on oak shelves. It's wonderfully cozy. I know that by May, the atmosphere will change significantly, but for now, it feels like I have my own little slice of paradise in this perfect café.

Always the best for breakfast,I don't care for eggs but love their omelets, go figure. Nice setting, good service, great for breakfast or lunch. read more Always the best for breakfast,I don't care for eggs but love their omelets, go figure. Nice setting, good service, great for breakfast or lunch.