I've dinned at Elmos both in Durham and Carrboro on and off for years. \r
For basic American cuisine, especially non-greasy, either location is fine and the food is comparable and consistently good.\r
Weekends and holidays both places get too crowded and one may well have to line up and wait too long.\r
I usually plan my trips during off peak hours and then it is dream service and great food.\r
I do have a perferred breakfast omlette. It is a custom four: with calamata olives, spinage, mushrooms, and feta cheese. I get it with rye toast and sliced tommatoes instead of home fries.\r
Just about anything on the menue is good.\r
I used to be a professional cook and Elmos is one of those locally owned places that it is well worth discovering.\r
Don't over expect anything, but it tends to be better than most American gernics around. Much better than any of the chains.
Pros: fresh and wholesome, friendly service
Cons: too crowded during peak hours and holidays
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