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    Country Diner

    3.9 (34 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Ray R.

    Stopped in thinking this little diner would have some good home cook breakfast. Unfortunately, this diner had missed the mark. Their was a very unfriendly vibe, sorta like one of those old horror movies where your car breaks down on a backroad and you need to find help an all everyone does is stare at you.. The service was definitely not served with a smile and food well if your hungry and in a jam it will do. The biscuits didn't appear to be fresh which was a total disappointment. But I should of known by the cheap no name ketchup that they had. Oh the sweet tea is good.

    The front. But try the side door first.
    Alex J.

    We pulled up to Country Diner for lunch after messing around in Henry Horton Park. It took a bit of time to figure out which door to go in. There wasn't any signage. I thought the side door, but the grandkids said, "No Grandpa, we have to go in this door," and so we did. Of course, that door opened to the back of the restaurant, even though it was on the front part of the building. As we made our way to the counter, (which, by the way, was right by the side door) I saw all the locals stare at us out of towners. Rookies. We found a table in a room adjacent to the main dining room. We shared it with at least 3 freezers, which was a topic of discussion between the kids. Perfect for a you know what, I heard one of them say. Too much Dateline, I said. We all had a laugh. Our server was attentive and brought out the order of burgers and sandwiches in a timely manner. The food tasted great, and the prices were fair. Our favorite were the onion rings. Real onion rings. Not like the crummy ones you get at the fast food joints. The kids would have been OK with fast food, but I wanted to get them out of the norm and give them an adventure. And what a family adventure it was. Pass up the Sonic and Subway and pull up a chair at the Diner. You'll have fun for sure. Quick Tip: Keep an eye on the time. The Country Diner is closed from 2pm until 4pm. So, if you have a slow eating grandson, you may want to start your lunch at like 11am. With that, you may have a shot of finishing before you get dirty looks from the staff.

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    Trenton O.

    Here's my quick and honest advice: If you're a local, try this place out and consider becoming a regular. If you are from out of town, don't worry about stopping by. From the moment I walked in, I felt out of place. I'm a huge people person, and I love meeting people. What I do not love, however, is being stared at by everyone in the restaurant from the moment I walk in to the moment I sit down. I have never felt more unwelcome. I wondered if I had something major on my face! The waiter was kind and helpful, but it really didn't seem like he wanted to be there. The kind things he said sounded more rehearsed than meaningful (e.g. enjoy your meal, thanks for eating with us, etc.). The food was the redeeming quality. It was quite delicious and affordable! If it were only for the food, I would come back! If you live in the area, it's worth becoming a regular. The relationships and the delicious yet affordable food are worth the time you'll spend there. If you're an outsider, avoid the uncomfortable feeling you'll have and swiftly move along.

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    The food here is awesome, and the staff is very friendly. There is no better place to eat in Chapel Hill than the Country Diner.

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    I love the food, and it's affordable. I love that it's the same people that work there so it's like that you can get to know them.

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    A true country diner with great food and friendly service. The prices are good & it is worth the drive for the delicious offerings.

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    Affordable good diner breakfast! Pancakes were delicious and eggs fluffy. Massive amount of food for the cost. People were very friendly.

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    Great food at a great price. Very nice people and the bacon cheeseburger was wonderful!

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    Good food. Great value. Friendly staff. Very dated dining rooms, but that's not what I go to a small town meat & 3 for.

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    The Restaurant at Henry Horton - Duck River Dumpling appetizer

    The Restaurant at Henry Horton

    4.4(24 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    It had been years since my last visit, so when I heard there were some changes, I decided to stop…read moreby--and changes there were, all for the better! They're remodeling everything, including the restaurant, which now looks beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. Every item on the menu was appealing, and what we ordered was absolutely delicious. I love trying dishes you don't usually find elsewhere, so my daughter and I took a chance--and we're so glad we did. We started with the Duck River Dumpling (you can see the full description in the menu photos I took from their website). I highly recommend them--they're truly scrumptious! The house-made strawberry pepper jelly was so good, I actually asked if I could buy some to take home. I was co-hosting a baby shower for my daughter in a few days, and I thought it would be perfect served over cream cheese. It ended up being a huge hit--I made sure to give all the credit to the chef and encouraged our guests to visit the restaurant themselves. I even heard other customers loved it so much that the chef might start making extra to sell on-site. We also ordered the Pepper Jelly Crunch hamburger, which was just as tasty. Despite sharing both the appetizer and entrée, we left more than satisfied--definitely not hungry! We can't wait to go back. We live about 30 miles away, but we'll make a point to stop in whenever we're in the area. I should also mention they're building a five-star hotel, and there's a fantastic exhibition space showcasing the local Duck River area. Once everything's complete, I can see people traveling from all over to visit the state park. In the meantime, locals and nearby visitors should absolutely make time to dine here whenever possible. If I lived closer, this would definitely be my go-to spot for meeting friends--the bar area is really nice, too. Oh, and one more thing: my daughter loves flavored teas but didn't see any on the menu. She asked our waitress if she could possibly get one, and she kindly offered to whip one up herself. It was Peach flavored, and it was so good that my daughter asked for a refill! One more thing. We asked if the fries were made in-house. They were not, but they were different and some of the best we've ever eaten.

    So happy to have this option in town. It's a wonderful addition to the state park. The inside is so…read morespacious and clean, the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and tons of good food options including vegetarian friendly! So glad we finally made the trip over to try it! Side note: the mashed potatoes and banana pudding are incredible!!

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    Aubrey’s

    3.5(70 reviews)
    15.7 mi

    Just moved to the area from Cool springs, where there's tons of restaurants to choose from & I…read moreprefer Aubrey's to plenty of those. I've had two experiences and they were both 10/10. Samantha was our bartender/server the first time and she was knowledgeable about the menu and took care of us promptly. Last night, I sat at the bar where Taylor & trainee Alberto were kind and took good care of me. Full transparency, we exclusively sit at the bar or in the bar area like all the time. Leaving a review because I read some others that weren't great and I think people are just weird. Ordering a burger medium rare is in fact strange and they probably couldn't take a joke, lol. Aubrey's does not have a limited menu as they have a variety of options in each category and literally like 14 sides to choose from. Cheaper than J Alexander's, people just like to complain. I work in the service industry as a bartender, and Bar manager so I'm naturally kind of nitpicky about my food service. All in all, Aubrey's rocks and we are new regulars.

    The food is descent and the service is typically good with occasional exceptions, ambiance is…read moretypical for the Aubrey's chain. The price is a bit out of line 4 scallops for $48 is certainly not fitting for a side and 4 scallops. The salmon for $31 and a cup of salty clam chowder for $6 is really out of line for this restaurant. We have gone here since they opened but the prices have really accelerated. $100 for 2 is really over the top compared to what I could get at Longhorn or other mid to upper restaurants

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    The Stubborn Mule

    4.4(59 reviews)
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    The Stubborn Mule has been one of our go to restaurants ever since they opened. I don't know why I…read morehaven't posted a review before, but I have yet to get a bad meal in the years we've gone there. My all- time favorite item is the banana bread pancakes. The pancakes are huge, with mashed bananas in the batter and a heap of candied walnuts on top. It literally CANNOT be any better. I probably have these pancakes 90% of the time I eat here, because I love them so much. I have had a number of their other breakfasts (All American Breakfast, Chicken fried steak, etc.) and they were great. I am just addicted to the Banana Bread Pancakes. My wife has had many of their other items, and she is always very happy with her selections. I just don't believe there is a bad selection on their entire menu. The owners (Gary and Lorraine (sp?) are extremely friendly, as are the rest of their staff. It is always an enjoyable experience eating there. All in all, this is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. We probably would go there even more often, but sometimes we think about it too late in the day (they are only open until 2pm).

    Anyone that is Hispanic, Native American or dark skin color don't come spend your money here. We…read morehave come here many times before and this will be the last . Staff was full blown racist, after we got sat , there were other pink folks getting sat after us and staff went out of their way to cater to their needs right away . As we were still waiting to get our order taken minutes later. Can definitely feel the evil in the atmosphere of this restaurant .Y'all need Jesus and healing from your sickness of racism ! God bless you

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    The Stubborn Mule - Two over-easy eggs, with two slices of bacon and a deliciously seasoned hash brown.

    Two over-easy eggs, with two slices of bacon and a deliciously seasoned hash brown.

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    Ramsey Grill - gyro platter with pita bread, salad, meat, and rice

    Ramsey Grill

    4.7(43 reviews)
    36.0 mi

    Ramsey's Grill serves delicious Greek food that will hit the spot. I was driving from Sawanee to…read moreNashville, and needed something hearty, wholesome, filling, and delicious. I love Mediterranean food, and this seemed to be my closest option. And I'm so happy that it was. My volcano plate (chicken and gyros with onions and peppers) was fantastic. The meats were tender and flavorful. The pita was soft and delicious. The plate was absolutely stacked. The meal was exactly what I needed. The family that runs the place (I think they're a family) are also so kind and eager to please. So 5 stars for the service as well. Ramsey Grill doesn't look like much from the outside. It's unassuming and easy to miss. But make no mistake. The food is well worth the stop.

    Ramsey's Grill serves delicious Greek food that will hit the spot. I was driving from Sawanee to…read moreNashville, and needed something hearty, wholesome, filling, and delicious. I love Mediterranean food, and this seemed to be my closest option. And I'm so happy that it was. My volcano plate (chicken and gyros with onions and peppers) was fantastic. The meats were tender and flavorful. The pita was soft and delicious. The plate was absolutely stacked. The meal was exactly what I needed. The family that runs the place (I think they're a family) are also so kind and eager to please. So 5 stars for the service as well. Ramsey Grill doesn't look like much from the outside. It's unassuming and easy to miss. But make no mistake. The food is well worth the stop.

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