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    Dottie's Diner

    3.1 (291 reviews)
    ModerateDiners
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Egg and sausage Patty on hard roll.
    Megan H.

    Saturday just after lunch rush and we were able to get a seat at the counter. The waitress was wonderful and very attentive totaling our order, regularly filling our water while cleaning up her station, etc. They accommodated us and made a hamburger club sandwich with Nodine bacon, one of best we've had in awhile. Ditties is consistent with service!

    Fried green tomatoes special
    Amy L.

    Great little diner in Woodbury. Had the fried green tomatoes special and my husband enjoyed the egg sausage cheese biscuit! Fantastic! Donuts are fresh and tasty and took a dessert on my way out to enjoy later. Service was great and friendly. Will be here again!

    Brittany C.

    By far one of the BEST diners I've gone to! The eggs were so fluffy and cheese was actually mixed in, not just laid on top, and the food was so fresh! The donuts were good, but the cookies were to die for!!

    Fried green tomatoes with fresh spinach and eggs over medium!!!! YUM!

    We had the best breakfast/lunch! AMAZING fried green tomatoes with fresh spinach and eggs. Also delish waffle and turkey club! Wish we lived closer! Even have homemade pies!!! Was soooo good! Worth the stop!

    Marney R.

    Have heard about this place for years but never been in. We shared the lemon blueberry ricotta pancakes. They were delicious. Our waitress suggested them and since we were already eating them it was perfect. Perfect combo of lemon and blueberry to make it refreshing and delicious. We also shared the vegetable sandwich. Simple combo of vegetables on a brioche bun. Simple ingredients doesn't mean simple flavor. We loved it. The fruit was so fresh I was surprised. The diner vibe made it such a chill place. Perfect stop after adventuring in the area.

    Zack G.

    Pretty standard diner with both booth and counter seating The place is known for their donuts, and when you first walk in you walk past their shelf of baked goods that are up for purchase. Although the place is known for their donuts, they have a large menu with all of the basic American breakfast and lunch options. I got a coffee, and a basic breakfast (eggs, bacon, & toast) and I was very impressed with their quality. I also tried a donut and it was good, but I didn't think it was anything spectacular The waitress was also very friendly and the food came out very quickly Bring your receipt up to the counter to pay 9

    Cinnamon sugar donut

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    14 days ago

    Great breakfast and hospitality!! Service was exceptional. You can even buy cakes, pies and doughnuts!

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    Great donuts, great atmosphere great breakfast. The staff is really nice and helpful as well convenient barking, and conveniently located

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    9 months ago

    Amazing food, very friendly and attentive waitstaff. Great classic diner with fair pricing and good portioning. We will be back!

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    9 months ago

    Food is awesome and portions are amazing. Best doughnuts around. Always good service and a solid go to for breakfast.

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    11 months ago

    The banana bread was lousy. I had to take two tins and a swig of pepto. Very condescending and arrogant owner.

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    1 year ago

    Great authentic small town diner. Save room for the pies for dessert. Morning doughnuts are A+.

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    Walked in-took one look at big Trump Poster and left. I don't need to look at him in any restaurant. I'll give my money elsewhere.

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    2 years ago

    Great place! One of the best breakfasts in Litchfield County. Always busy but they get through the line pretty quick.

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    Very dirty. Food was bad. Service was bad. Pro trump maga cesspool it made me very uncomfortable. I won't be back

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    The dining room
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    Vegetarian chili served like this!
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    4.1
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    Cozy nook inside
    Cozy nook inside
    Shrimp Scampi Toast - faintly seasoned with garlic, white wine, and lemon  -- on toasted garlic bread topped with arugula
    Shrimp Scampi Toast - faintly seasoned with garlic, white wine, and lemon -- on toasted garlic bread topped with arugula
    John's Cafe

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