My friend and I stoped here for a lunch on our road trip from Albany, OR to Seattle, WA. My friend has eaten here several times and enjoys their food. Food - I ordered the Pork Roast diner plate. The meat was very tender, moist and delicious. The cubes of potato & carrots were fork tender and also delicious. The slices of onion, in my opinion, were a little large but it was easy enough to use my knife to cut it in half. The gravy was delicious and not too thick. My friend ordered the pot roast sandwich. She said it was good. Service - the hostess guided us to our table and brought us our waters. The waitress/server took our order, brought our food and checked on us twice which is awesome. She also refilled my water once and offered to fill it again but I declined. She was very attentive. Ambiance - it is definitely an awesome step back into time place. I love seeing items that were used on the farms back in the day. It really set the theme. I absolutely loved the chicken print fabric that covered the light shades that were over the tables. The restaurant was very clean. Lots of open parking and easy access into the restaurant. The only downside to this place was there were no hand rails in the female bathroom stall. My friend uses the rails to help her stand up and there were none. read more

Country Cousin - Chicken print covered lamp shade - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

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So disappointing. Use to be a place I recommended. Not anymore!. Party of 3. Reuben sandwich was ok French dip.....meat was tough and chewy Hot Turkey sandwich was tasteless and canned gravy. No way will I eat there again. read more

the food wasn't bad at all. I got french toast and no syrup was delivered to the table. the waitress was so busy I wasn't sure if it was forgotten or was just not part of the service. either way, she didn't stick around long enough to ask and I don't think I even saw her till the bill arrived. my wife liked her biscuits and gravy. the environment felt very loud and very crowded. probably not going back unless wifey REALLY wants to go back. read more

Great food, great service. Even at their busiest time they are quick and the food is amazing. Great place to eat!

The interior is circuitous but nice. Staff was outstanding! Met a friend whom I hadn't seen in 40 years and we sat there laughing for almost two hours. Staff was attentive and supportive. Ordered an open faced roast beef - very tasty. Had enough left over for lunch the next day. read more

Country Cousin offers solid food, good portions and even better breakfasts. This wasn't the first time for me, but this is my first review. My friend got a huge veggie omelette, with country potatoes and a biscuit. She thoroughly enjoyed her meal. I got the French Dip with fries. It was tasty. Nothing "WOW" about it, but it was tasty. The fries were a bit on the soggy side. The waitress was friendly and accommodating. The restaurant has a nice gift shop area with some fun tchotchke stuff. The restaurant itself does needs an update. It's kind of dark and dusty. Not necessarily dirty, but it's old and could probably use a good, thorough cleaning. The carpets look well worn. Solid 4 for Country Cousins. read more

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Passing through the area and decided to pop in for a quick lunch. Overall had a decent experience. Would leave a 3.5 if I could. I had a Deluxe club sandwich and it was just fine. Nothing extraordinary but did the job of filling my empty stomach. Service was a tad slow but the server was nice as was the hostess. The vibe reminded me of Cracker Barrel, and they had some cute stained glass above some of the booths. Overall a fine experience. read more

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Amazing Americana food. We had a great time and the service was excellent. So glad we stopped by.

Made a recent visit and sat in the bar. Very cozy, with phenomenal service. I think our waitresses name was Kathy? She definitely knew her stuff. I so appreciate a waitress who brings extra napkins, checks on you regularly , so impressed! My husband had the Reuben and I had the French dip both, were great ! Fluffy Friendly seating! read more

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First came here back in 2008 or 2009 and I killed you not this place still looks the same with just a few minor changes but it's great to see the place is still up and running and man they give you big portions for the price, which is pretty good deal to me and the service is very kind And courteous always come to your table to check in on you. Very homestyle comfort food here and nothing tasted bad. I'm glad to see that the food still taste great after all these years and it's been going for 50 years now! read more

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amazing food and drinks and vibe! Cutest chickens out front too! Tried the BLT and country fried steak.

This place is a great spot to stop for a meal or snack between Portland and Seattle. The inside is standard with booths and tables on one side and a lounge on the other side with a small gift shop stuffed in the middle. But the food was great! BLT was toasted perfectly with a lot of crispy bacon. A little skimpy on shredded lettuce but was still good. The hot turkey dinner was a full plate of several slices of turkey, big scoop of mashed potatoes, dressing and a tiny cup of cranberry sauce. All smothered in turkey gravy! He inhaled it so must have been very good! Service was quick and friendly. Will definitely make this a stop again traveling back and forth. read more

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Good food. Tasty and not over seasoned. Hot and madd to order. Come im every time im o. Town! read more

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So much food!!! Huge portions for decent prices. They have the cutest little chickens outside and wood cutouts so if you are feeling silly you can take a pictures. Lacks a little flavor but you won't leave hungry. Inside is a little gift shop. Worth the stop in. They were busy and the waitress was attentive and great! The carafe for coffee was the best. The cinnamon roll showed up first. If I would have known I'd ask for it to be brought out after breakfast. read more

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On the way to Portland, we stopped at Brunch time on Saturday. It has been several years since we have been there. I always brag about it being the best pot roast anywhere, but the gravy just wasn't what I remembered. I was also craving an old-style shake, but they didn't seem to be making those anymore. The pot roast sandwich was excellent that my son had read more

I have had nothing but great food and experiences here at the Country Cousin! Located right off of I-5 at Exit 82, the Country Cousin serves delicious, comfort food at a very reasonable price. Been there three times: solo, with just the kids, and as a whole family. Each time I had superb and caring service (they're great with kids). As for the food ... so good. Down home cooking that fills you up. Some of things we've had that have all been good: Chicken Fried Steak and a Patty Melt (two of my favorites), Cheeseburgers, Mini Corn Dogs, Chicken Strips, Turkey & Potatoes Dinner). Come to the Country Cousin if you're in the mood for comfort food, friendly service, and a warm and no-frills atmosphere. It's perfect. I will certainly continue coming here. You should too. read more

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Food was good and plentiful! Staff served us well. Pleasant ambiance. Try it to check for a fit for your family and friends. read more

Fish and fries. Fish was great. light breading crunchy outside flakey on the inside. Will order again read more

Country Cousin - Fish (cod) and fries. - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

In the past year, I've been here at least three or four more times. I wish I had something positive to add, but I won't be coming back here again. The establishment has dim lighting for a reason. It's SO dirty. The last table we were sat at was next to a window that had flies everywhere both dead and living. My water glass had lipstick on it. I shutter thinking about the silverware. If that does not bother you, well good for you. The food is ok, my french toast during my last visit was undercooked. While sitting at the traffic light the other day I counted 6 employees out back taking a smoke break at the same time. Naw I'm good. Keeping the 2 stars for the gift shop. read more

Country Cousin - Biscuits and Gravy with Hash Browns. French Toast in the background. - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

As you can tell from the name, a country homestyle restaurant with "comfort foods" on the menu such as meatloaf, cheese curds, burgers. They do offer a veggie burger option. The ladies at the front door were smiley and friendly. Our server, possibly due to being in a rush, was a bit brusque, yet everything was accomplished as needed. My friend ordered the meatloaf, drenched in gravy, and enjoyed that. I ordered one of the salads and found it rather uninspired. Dessert was apple pie for one of us and berry crunch (cobbler) for the other. The pie slice was very generous. The cobbler was good - though it would have been nice to be told what the berry was going to be. Loved the decor, and they have a little shop, though it is pricey. Especially loved the rooster that crows when the door opens - a cute touch. read more

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Ever since moving South of Olympia, we've enjoyed stopping in at Country Cousins whether for breakfast or dinner, the food is plenty, service is spot on and they serve a good selection of comfort food! They are heavily themed, coffee is always hot and this lil' store has some fun trinkets and gift items!!! Want a lil' peace & quiet, try the bar! read more

Over the past 20 years, every trip we make from Seattle heading towards Portland we plan a pit stop here for friendly service and good comfort food. The kids have since grown up, but the experience remains unchanged and stirs memories of family road trips. This time on our way to Columbia River Gorge, I had a craving for an old-fashioned hot turkey sandwich and it did not disappoint! read more

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Best fish n chips here!! Super fresh fish and chips. Good flavor. Fresh oil not greasy.

Food is a mixed bag. They can cook an over easy egg and potatoes, and the waffle, although a little too light and airy, has a nice flavor. The biscuits are garbage--stale and flavorless. Service was quick and friendly, but the table we were seated at was dirty. The emergency butt wipes in my bag saved the day. Ambiance: dismal lighting, well worn booths, and the women's restroom smells like a sewer read more

Always a fun place to stop when trekking the I-5. The ambiance is old school roadtrip fun. Terrific for keeping the kids distracted. The portions are generous, preparation fast, and my service was attentive, accurate, and genuinely pleasant (despite my arriving 30 minutes before closing). I had the corned beef hash & eggs, and it sure hit the spot! My only regret is that I was eyeing the caramel bread pudding for dessert, but only had room for the English muffin loaded with yummy apple butter. read more

Country Cousin - Corned beef hash and eggs with English muffin and apple butter - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

Nice atmosphere great food. The staff never made you feel rushed, and it was a nice place to sit and visit with my cousin Cousin at country cousins. read more

This place is pretty good for a local, country style restaurant. Reminds me of a Cracker Barrel. My wife, grandson and I stopped by for dinner after school clothes shopping at the Outlet mall. Our waitress was awesome. Personable. You remember us: my grandson was to embarrassed to say Uncle Dick . Thank you for being awesome. You will go places in life. My 11 year old had, well, the Uncle Dick burger. He loved it and my wife had a bite and called it awesome. I was not impressed but I am out voter here. Too many onions. But, it is popular! My wife had the summer salad. Fresh. Huge! I had, well, I was in the mood for, grilled cheese. Simple. Tasty. The fries are perfect. Make sure you get fries. The restaurant is a bit dated and I was a little cold. But fuck, I'm 59 and old guys say those kinds of things. I recommend you stop by for dinner. My wife and I are planning to come back some time for breakfast. read more

Country Cousin - Uncle Dick burger my grandson smashed it! Fries are perfect. - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

This place is just ok. We got burgers and sandwiches. It was all middle of the road, standard diner food. Nothing special. Service was pretty friendly. Probably won't stop here again. read more

Good spot for quick, affordable, easy American cuisine. It's nothing amazing but simple enough that you can eat with your family and not burn a hole in your wallet. Also love the themed menus (they had a valentines menu when we went) and little shop of goodies. Staff is pretty friendly too. read more

Country Cousin - Cute stained glass decoration - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

Food has always been good. Love their omelettes and fried red potatoes. Always gives family visiting a good experience.

I wanted this long time restaurant to be better, but it wasn't. I was driving home to Hillsboro from Seattle and wanted a good comfort style meal. It was just okay, and could have been better. It was my Mom & Dad's anniversary and they had eaten here often so I thought it would be the perfect place to remember them. I wanted to eat in the bar, but it was so cold that there was no way I could stay in there. I asked the host for a table and he made it clear I could not spread out a table of four as they were saving it for larger groups. I wanted to do some paper work and he didn't appear to care. It was Wednesday night, and they had several booths open. After going thru the dining room, I finally said to the host, "how about this booth...I will just sit here". He was regrettably ok with it. (what ever happened to that customer is #1?) I ordered a cocktail before my meal, but I had to remind the server as it was not arriving after some time. It was obvious he had forgotten the drink. I ordered a patty melt for dinner and it was large. Two patties, but very bland. I could tell if if there was any seasoning on them The accompanying french fries also had zero seasoning, so I added salt and pepper. And...the asked for tartar sauce came in a portion cup with the lid still on...very tacky. And finally, the guest check is delivered with a questionnaire written on it...the issue is that the host sees this receipt upon payment, so I did not leave any comments. read more

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Absolutely wonderful country diner. We used to stop by on every trip through southern WA, but now live a little closer and made a point of coming down. Previously we only ever did that on rare occasion and for the fried chicken, specifically. Sadly that is no longer on the menu... even though everyone I know loved it. People talked about it even up in the Seattle area. Sad, although admittedly the rest of the menu is also delicious. The staff are always friendly and you're always greeted by a rooster at the door. This place almost gets 5 stars from me. They've kept the decor country over the years and the gratuitous country attitude and delicious country food we love. I just pine for that good old fried chicken. Please bring it back, and I'll give you 5 stars. Deal? I sure hope so. read more

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My wife and I went in for breakfast last Saturday, 1/17 around 9:30. It looked crowded so we expected to wait to be seated. We were seated as soon as we walked in and we were excited to eat there as I told my wife years ago we used to stop here on our way to Portland for breakfast. The server didn't greet us with hello but "what can I get you to drink." When she returned, I ordered the bisquits and gravy with hash browns and my wife ordered pancakes and eggs. I couldn't eat the B&G, the gravy tasted like it was out of a can, bland and no sausage but little specs of something, cream of mushroom soup would have had more flavor (IMO). The hash browns were good, nice and crispy so I ate those. My wife said the pancakes were rubbery, maybe microwaved. She ate the eggs and left most of the pancakes. The server never came back to see how the meal was and at one point we were guessing she went on break because she wasn't seen. I never had a refill on my drink, down to ice cubes. When she did come she saw I only took one bite of the B&G and asked if I wanted a box and I said no. We had been waiting for several minutes for the check and she said you pay up front. That was our server, maybe a bad day. Terrible food, I didn't know you could screw up breakfast so bad then the customer service was unacceptable. I usually tip 20% because it's usually not the server but in this case the food was bad and there was no service. It's not like I remembered it. $38 for bad food and service is way too much of my money to give this business. read more

Best hashbrowns ever! Crispy crust and delicate inside. Eggs cooked perfectly, and fluffy delicious biscuits (with apple butter). Everything is fresh and made there. We didn't have the cinnamon roll but we saw it, and wow it's huge and made my mouth water. Next time! Ambiance in the lounge was kitschy and relaxed - my kind of place. And the service was friendly, fast, and flawless. Will definitely be stopping by again. read more

Country Cousin - Two egg breakfast with amazing hashbrowns & fluffy biscuit - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

Turkey dinner was great! My veggie omelet was not; Top egg covering was not soft and hard to chew. Veggies were fine. Hash browns too hard. Service was very good! read more

Stop in for lunch and ordered the club sandwich with fries. The sandwich was delicious and very filling. Service was excellent as well. read more

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This has always been a favorite on our way from Seattle to Portland. I miss their buffet, but their delicious menu makes up for it being gone. The service, food and atmosphere is worth returning to. We take our friends as well. Everyone is pleased and it is a nice break on a three hour road trip. I always sneak into the outlets next door. If you need a meal to hold you over to Thanksgiving their turkey dinner will hit the spot! read more

Country Cousin - So good! - American Near Me - Centralia, Washington

Server was very unprofessional and did not accommodate to the customers what so ever. She ruined the entire experience and did not even attempt to have any understanding for us. read more

Great place for breakfast or lunch. Dinner is hit or miss. Prices are a bit high since they cater to the freeway crowd. Servers are great.

I had a late lunch here 10/13/25. Delicious. Salad was fresh and the dressing was homemade - excellent. Highly recommend this restaurant. Thank you. read more