What a very pleasant surprise while working in Somerset, KY this past week. I was checking Yelp for…read moreplaces to eat for breakfast and I came across The Whippoorwill Diner. My coworker and I were greeted by Charles the owner. He asked how we heard about the diner, I told him some friends told me about it. I told Charles I wasn't picked and I eat whatever he recommended for breakfast. The prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge! You will not leave hungry. The dining area is small but very welcoming and the chairs are very comfortable. Next time your in the area put this on your to eat list. Support local small businesses!!!! You won't regret it! BOOM!!!!

This was an *excellent* little diner with homemade, southern food. It's a short distance off the…read morehighway and a nice alternative from fast food on a long trip. Plentiful breakfast and lunch options to choose from. My wife and I had the hot brown and a side of Mac-n-cheese and it was worth every penny. If you're passing thru definitely worth the quick trip for a hot, homemade and delicious meal!

Excellent small town diner. The catfish special on Friday was very good! Service was friendly and…read moreefficient.

Best food best staff and grate prices cool little dinner summer shade Kentucky. Fast service and…read morealways clean

Some of the best Chilli in Southern Kentucky. Hot will real meat and just the right level of spice…read more We stopped in on our way back home, and had friends recemmend this place. The nachos are some of the best aroundg in a non Mexican Resrtuant. The service was fantisct. Many other reviews commented on how rude, the manager was. That was not our experience. The place is a true diner, Found this place by accident and was not disappointed. My wife had the Manhattan served with green beans. Taters tasted real and not instant. Food was plentiful for lunch. Parking area is small and would not be an ideal place to stop with a boat. Have someone unhook and go pick up. Well worth it. Not in the area much but when I am I will make it a point to go here. Friendly fast service at the window always.

Everything about the place is good. Never have to wait long on food or being served and they are…read morenice people as well

We regularly travel between Ohio and Alabama and happened onto this place. Now we plan stopping…read morethere every trip. I'm a bit fan of their catfish or chicken liver dinners.

The service, food, the view was amazing. just had to get up to get our own napkins lol. Not a big…read moredeal.

If you find yourself cruising through Burnside, Kentucky, you can't miss the bold claim standing…read moretall on the roadside: "World's Best Hot Dogs." While many places boast, the Goody Shack--a beloved seasonal icon for decades--actually delivers on the promise. The menu here is massive, ensuring there is truly something for everyone. Whether you are coming off the lake or just passing through, the portions are generous and the prices are incredibly fair. I can confidently say it's the best foot-long hot dog in the region. We ordered ours loaded with all the toppings; the beef was high-quality and packed with flavor--easily the best I've had in years. Execution is everything with diner food. The crinkle-cut fries hit that perfect golden ratio of crispy on the outside without being soggy. Even more impressive were the onion rings, which maintained their integrity and didn't pull out of the breading with the first bite. If hot dogs aren't your craving, they offer a deep roster of juicy hamburgers, chuckwagon sandwiches, and chicken options. From Cajun fries and hushpuppies to hamburger steaks and fried fish, the kitchen handles it all with ease. There is a reason the Goody Shack has remained a Burnside staple for generations. Stepping onto the property feels like walking into a 1960s sock hop. The staff is attentive and keeps things moving, even when the lakeside crowds gather. The place's laid-back vibe, relaxed mood, and unique character perfectly capture the vintage diner magic that is becoming more and more elusive. This is a "must-visit" location for your Spring 2026 Lake Cumberland itinerary since it is a seasonal gem. Whether you're a local or a tourist, the combination of massive portions, nostalgic flair, and those legendary chili dogs makes it a standout.

Definitely overly priced ordere two double burgers that I was told weren't that big and two fries…read morean an order of cheese sticks and I came to $33 absolutely insane..

What a gem! We were leaving Nashville and wanted to get breakfast but every place we stopped at…read morehad an hour's wait. We decided to keep going towards home and the I Exit app showed this restaurant. It had good reviews so we decided to give it a try. They serve breakfast all day and even though it was 11:30 that's what we wanted. We chose the Country Boy breakfast with tenderloin. I asked if we could get grits instead of hash browns and our server said sure. We split the breakfast and it was more than enough food for splitting. The coffee came right out, hot and fresh. The food came out shortly after. I can't say enough about how delicious it was. We will definitely stop here again because our son lives in Nashville so we will take this route often. The restaurant was clean and the decor had a country vibe. The servers were very pleasant and efficient.

Food was excellent. We had the BLT and the COD fish dinner. We especially liked the Cole slaw…read more Service was quick.

We stopped in this diner yesterday morning to have breakfast. We found they were not practicing any…read moresocial distancing or any other of the precautions taken during the covid-19 crisis. We were not bothered by that but some people may certainly be bothered by it. The waitress came to the table and asked if we needed a menu, she brought silverware and asked us what we wanted to drink. It appeared there was one waitress and one cook. We brought our drinks and asked what we wanted to eat and I said I wanted to pancakes with bacon and the I said are you sure are pancakes are really large as she motioned to about the size of a plate. I said yes I want two of them and I could have done without the eye roll at not taking her suggestion. The hubby ordered biscuits and gravy, eggs, hash browns, and sausage. She brought out our meal and asked if we needed more coffee or tea. It was a good breakfast and there was plenty of food to eat. We left there satisfied and I am sure when we are back in the Celina, Tennessee area we will stop in here again.

Just a great country breakfast--salty and tender country ham, perfect over-medium eggs and hash…read morebrowns, biscuits and sausage gravy. The perfect fuel for a day hiking in nearby Standing Stone State Park. Service was excellent, the coffee did not stop, and the smiles were all around. Bring your appetite and your good cheer. Both are greatly appreciated--and rewarded--at Doris'.

Best burgers in town! There was an old man sitting at a table that struck up a conversation with…read moreus. He was very friendly

Great food and owner! Love the fish sandwiches! All made to order. So happy to support small local…read morerestaurants

A clean country diner with a full menu of homecooked meals, sandwiches, salads and desserts. I was…read morevisiting at the Bernard Funeral home in Russell Springs and had lunch afterwards at Esto's based on the reviews of their catfish dinner my friend was interested in. She indeed had the catfish dinner with cole slaw and onion rings. And she loved it, a huge order that would also be her dinner for the evening. I opted for the philly cheese steak sandwich tgat came with one side, coke slaw. The slaw was good and the sandwich was served with oinions and green peppers (I declined the mushrooms). It too was very good, steak was tender and the veggies were hot but still crunchy on a hoagie bun that was toasted. We had coconut and butterscotch pie for dessert. We split both slices and both, homemade were very tasty. Meriguine pilled high with creamy filling and great flavor. Plenty of parking, decent prices. They also have a drive thru. Service was efficient and friendly, although we did have to go up to the counter to order our desserts since the waitress didn't come back after we finished our meal to take our dessert orders. But the girl at the counter was nice enough to cut both slices of pie in half and put half of each in to go containers. Typical counrty cafe with clean bathrooms, a few booths, tables and a pay at the counter set up. I wouldn't drive 2 hours to eat here but if in the area I would return.

We had a super friendly waitress, Vickie, that greeted us and answered all of our questions. She…read moretold us about their famous catfish sandwich and my husband said she was spot on with the review of the fish. It was breaded with a light cornmeal and was crunchy and delicious. We ordered the fried mushrooms and they were lightly battered. They were amazing. They served them with ranch. Amazing. I had the regular cheeseburger which was cooked perfectly and served with crinkle French fries. I loved every bite. For dessert, my husband had warmed Dutch apple pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. What a way to end a meal!! I had the coconut cream pie which was fabulous as well. I would highly recommend this little place that serves amazing food with friendly faces. Thanks, Vickie and gang‼ Well done.

Hamburger did taste great and very reasonably priced. Simple menu. Very friendly staff.read more

Stepping back into Dovie's after all these years felt like walking straight into a warm, delicious…read morememory. The little white building on 4th Street still wears its vintage RC Cola sign like a badge of honor, and the moment you push open the door, that familiar sizzle of burgers hitting the oil hits you like a hug from your childhood. We slid onto the stools at the old horseshoe counter, the same one I remember from when I was a kid, and watched the magic happen right in front of us. Patties kissed with bread for that impossibly soft center, fried in the shallow oil until the edges turned perfectly crisp and golden. My cheeseburger arrived "unsquoze," glistening and glorious, layered with that signature tangy sauce, crisp pickles, and onions that somehow make everything sing. One bite and I was twelve years old again--only this time I got to share it with my own family. The new owners have kept every bit of what made Dovie's legendary. Same perfect burgers. Same simple, soulful menu. Same feeling that you're exactly where you're supposed to be. My kids devoured theirs with the same wide-eyed joy I used to have, and we left with full hearts and fingers still a little greasy in the best possible way. Dovie's isn't just a burger joint. It's a living piece of Tompkinsville history that still tastes like home. If you've never been, go. If you grew up on these burgers, go back. It's every bit as wonderful as you remember.