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    Clyde's Restaurant

    3.9 (182 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Inside of diner is basic, a little crowded with friendly service.
    Kathy P.

    Inexpensive, good food, friendly service (Ashley was our server- she was great!). This place is busy for a good reason. I had the 12 inch Philly cheese steak, fried squash and a drink for 15.99. Excellent. My husband ordered the same. The daily specials are 11.99 which include an entree, 3 sides and rolls for 11.99. We were at a booth by the door which was very cold and people were waiting around us. Decor is nothing special and it was pretty busy and crowded on a Saturday at 430 pm. You can order take out which it looks like a lot of people do. Parking available. No reservations. Pay at the register. Will be back.

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    Alex S.

    If you're looking for a simple place to get southern food and southern hospitality; look no further. Clyde's in Waynesville if perfect for the family or a small gathering. From burgers and chicken to fish and shrimp, you'll sure to find something that for the picky eater in the group. Unfortunately, since 2021, they have stopped their breakfast which was the best for breakfast in town. Clyde's offerings are second to none. However, their quality of the food has slipped since COVID. Although the amount of food that is given is enough to give them leniency. Unlike others that is overpriced, little food but does have some flavor; Clyde's slides in for the win. Service: Clyde's offers fast and friendly service. Don't get me wrong; you won't get your food within 5 minutes; given the crowd they draw, they will be busy, but you will find you food being delivered within 10-15 minutes. Atmosphere: This restaurant ahas a diner feel in front and a southern diner feel on the sides. It's usually pretty cool inside which is perfect for hot days. If you get cold easy, a jacket might be needed. Otherwise, it provides a comfortable feel. Overall food: It's alright. Does need some improvement, but it is worth the money. It was about $12-13 per person with water. Dish 1: Chicken tenders with fries, mac n' cheese and classic honey mustard. Their chicken tenders are okay, but didn't have much flavor and seemed overcooked. Though crispy, and little tender, it's not much to brag about. Their crinkle fries what a little crisp. It seemed like frozen and not hand cut (which most majority crinkle cut fries are). Mac n' cheese seemed thick, almost as if they used some kind of cream instead of regular milk but had enough flavor to satisfy the right person. Fish 2: Fish (fried flounder), with fires, coleslaw, hushpuppies and tartar sauce. The fish didn't have much meat on it, so it was hard to tell texture. The batter seemed like it was cornmeal but did have a non-fishy flavor. Dish 3: Fried Chicken with fried squash, potato salad and spiced apples. The chicken was much like the tenders, not much meat but did come with 3 pieces. Squash was particularly good, crisp on the edges. It was thin cut which is how I prefer fried squash. The potato salad was not the best on the market as it did seem a little gritty. The apples were a most favorite off of this dish. Drinks: We all ordered water. Not much to review here.

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    Dv H.

    Recommended. The food and service is great here. The atmosphere is nostalgic for the 1950s in the 1960s. It's hard to find genuine places like this left anymore.

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    Michael C.

    My job takes me all sorts of places and I love local restaurants. The classic diner is a great appeal to me. The food here was solidly good and the service was great too. Definitely worth a stop if you happen to be in the area.

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    The food is very good and the portions are large. Nice atmosphere and friendly service.

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    Massive portions! Good food, reasonably priced and on a busy Sunday pretty quick seating. Service was good and quick. Thanks!!

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    11 months ago

    The best home cooked meal in WNC!!! Service is amazing Just like the food is!! I recommend anyone to try this place

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    Clyde's is amazing! We eat at Clyde's whenever we're in town, and the food is always perfect!

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    Food was amazing!! We had a waiter named Tanner that couldn't be any better! We've been here 2x in a week

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    Good food fast serves I would eat there a lot very nice and friendly you need to go there nice place

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    2 years ago

    What more could you want? Great freshly prepared food, fantastic service in an old cute diner. Will go back.

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    2 years ago

    Good old meat and three. These places where you can have a real meal that includes vegetables besides starches are too few and far between

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    Great food, great service, would definitely eat there again and again. Just happened upon this gem and it was fantastic.

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    Best cheesesteak I've had in a while. You can call in an order and get served right in your car

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