MOUNT PLEASANT GUIDE: Stan's
Back in my freshman year, I remember how big of a deal it was when my friends and I trekked out to the casino for a night.
Four years later, I feel like Mount Pleasant has shrunk greatly, but I often find that isn’t a bad thing. I’ve explored Mount Pleasant in its entirety and discovered the city was filled with small, local businesses and restaurants that seem to slide under the radar of the typical student. So join me for a newcomer’s guide to Mount Pleasant.
Stan’s 220 E. Broadway St.
The Broadway Theatre in downtown Mount Pleasant immediately catches the eyes of passersby, but what may not stand out at first glance is the small diner in the shadow of the theater; Stan’s.
Stan’s is a community diner. The names and logos of local businesses are framed on the walls, advertised on the place mats and printed on the coffee cups. Each booth in Stan’s has a different black and white photo framed on the wall showing an image of 1800s Mount Pleasant.
Stan’s offers sandwiches and burgers, but what they really do well is breakfast. They make a variety of omelets and do not skimp on filling your plate with eggs, hash and bacon. Stan’s also serves homemade wheat and white toast with meals.
The average meal at Stan’s is going to run between $5 and $7, and portions are reasonably big, so leftovers are common. One thing to keep in mind when deciding on Stan’s, however, is that they take cash only, which can sometimes be a hassle.
As far as service goes, the wait staff at Stan’s is quick and reliable. Even with every seat full last Sunday morning, I was seated almost immediately. My waitress brought coffee immediately after I ordered it, and my meal arrived promptly. Despite the fact that Stan’s was completely full that morning, I did not feel the wait staff was overworked or my service was suffering because of it.
There is nowhere in Mount Pleasant I would recommend more for breakfast than Stan’s. If you live on campus, the downtown area may seem like a little bit of a hike, but it’s completely worth the trip.
