The breakfast is phenomenal. I recommend it for those who like to eat. Burgers are also recommend…read moreand fry's are great. You get friendly service and good food.

We stopped in for lunch while traveling through the area. The food was fresh, delicious and quick…read moreservice. We had a double hamburger with onion rings and the chicken tenders, which tasted homemade. Everything was wonderful, including the service, and recommend you stop if you have a chance!

We took our large group of 20 people there last week on Saturday night. The waitress was very…read morefriendly with fast service considering the large size of our group! The food was delicious as always - I had the open face roast beef with mashed potatoes and gravy! My friend had the special for the night - Meatloaf! She loved it!

Billy Ray's Restaurant in Prestonsburg is the kind of place that instantly reminds you why local,…read morefamily-owned restaurants still matter. From the moment you walk through the doors on North Front Street, you're greeted with genuine Appalachian hospitality--warm, unpretentious, and welcoming in the best possible way. The food is classic comfort done right. Portions are generous, flavors are bold, and everything tastes like it was made with care rather than rushed out of a kitchen. The home-style cooking is the real star here--savory meats, perfectly cooked sides, and that unmistakable "down-home" flavor that keeps locals coming back and first-timers planning their return before they've even paid the bill. Nothing feels overworked or trendy--just honest, satisfying food that hits the spot every time. The wait staff and service at Billy Ray's is consistently friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The staff treats you like a regular, even if it's your first visit, and that personal touch elevates the entire dining experience. You never feel rushed, and questions about the menu are met with enthusiasm and helpful recommendations. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, making it ideal for families, friends, or a casual lunch stop while passing through town. It's clean, well-kept, and full of local character--exactly what you want in a small-town restaurant. If you're in Prestonsburg and want a meal that's filling, flavorful, and genuinely satisfying, Billy Ray's Restaurant is a must-visit. This is Eastern Kentucky dining at its finest--simple, hearty, and done with heart . Just a shame we couldn't fit in any of the delicious cakes! Next time! Thanks for a wonderful Diner experience.

Leonard and Dolly have an outstanding staff, a diverse menu, and it's a wonderful atmosphere to…read moredine. A true asset to our community. Go support a great local restaurant and local hospitality team.

The owner Mr. Dolly greets you at your table. The waitress was wonderful. The food was delicious!…read moreOh, and we didn't have to wait long. A gem among all the chain resteraunts. I wish it were closer I'd be a regular.it would be a mistake not to try it. Thanks for the good meal and good service! ​

Felt like family and food was perfect. Was a hidden gem out 476 past the goose, would recommend…read more10/10

Best burgers in town fast and friendly service. I would definitely recommend this restaurantread more

I was between a one or two star rating for this review. I'm being generous with a two star rating…read more I had really higher hopes for lunch. We purchased two lunch buffets. Salad was just ok. We did get a club cracker pack off the salad bar that had been chewed on by a mouse by the looks of one corner. The pizza bar was below average. The hot bar/home cooking bar was far below average. We were disappointed unfortunately. The peach and cherry cobbler were good. Maybe the breakfast bar is better. Not sure I would want to give it another try. Hopefully it was just an off day and they are usually better.

Honestly, the food is kind of bland and there's no sauce really on the pizza especially for how…read moremuch you pay those no sauce at all is mainly cheese and toppings don't get the loaded fries because if you get delivery, they are soggy not crispy and there's not a lot of toppings on them and there's too much fries for that amount of toppings they give you not enough cheese not enough bacon not enough ranch too many fries and maybe don't use crinkle cut the worst and cheapest

This is a cute definitely where the locals eat kind of place. Our favorite! Good home cooked…read morebreakfast. Only reason we didn't give 5 stars was... we asked for 2 waters with our coffee they never came and we both order sausage.... Well when we got our breakfast our waitress said sorry I didn't realize there was no sausage he's cooking it now. Well it came when we were almost done. gave us a good laugh as we thought maybe it would be homemade.. nope just regular frozen Pattie's.

Totally worth finding. It's away from town and doesn't look like much on the outside but great. Low…read moreprices. Great pancakes, I had the blueberry pancakes. Friendly workers that are out to please.

What a wonderful meal we had here! The servers were so friendly and efficient!…read more Hubby had the white fish with cabbage, collards, hush puppies and tots for $16-he ate every last bite! It was tasty. I had the hamburger steak, the lunch portion, $11 with collards and mashed potatoes and I, too, ate every bite! It hit the spot. The food was home cooked style and worth every penny!

Grilled cheese burger and the shaved ham and cheese sandwich were good. The mashed potatoes and…read moregravy would have been decent if it was warm but for some reason they came out cold. Everything else came out hot. The restaurant has a decent variety on the menu. I was a little bummed that they were out of tater tots but the fries were quite tasty and not at all overly greasy. The service by Cadee was FANTASTIC. For two people to eat with coke drinks, our bill was $30.00. So like all places right now, it's a little costly but comparable in price to most restaurants. Overall, I will eat there again.

Was in town for bridge day and stopped by for a quick breakfast. Portions were great as well as the…read morefood! Highly recommend the corned beef hash! Service was great!

After doing some long hikes at New River, my friend and I decided to stop by Heart of Gold Diner…read morefor some lunch. It's located in a small town and we were pleasantly surprised on the food! The Food: I had the "Double Mushroom Swiss Bacon Burger" and side of "Chili Cheese Fries". The burger itself was delicious! The burger patty was cooked to my liking and was juicy. The toppings were fresh and the mushroom swiss added the nice touch to the burger. The Chili Cheese Fries were just average though. Just regular fries with some chili and cheese topped over. I wouldn't get it again. The Service: Service was great! The staff were very friendly and welcoming when we arrived. And, our food got out to us in a timely manner! The Atmosphere: The restaurant was as expected. Spacious and had a timeless feel to the place. Definitely fit the old small town diner aesthetic. There's also plenty of seating available and parking is available on the side or on the street. Overall, a 5/5! For a small town, this local diner hit the spot for a quick lunch. The food was good and the service as great! If i visit New River again, I'll make a stop again for sure.

We were looking for a place to have breakfast and stumbled into this place. Everything was great…read moreeven the price. We will be going back to try some of their dinner treats

I stopped for lunch and this place is inside the gas station. When I got there, I was the only…read moreperson there and my server came right over. I placed my order and a few minutes later my server brought my food. Everything looked and tasted good. This is a no-frills place, but if you need a quick bite to eat that tastes good, I recommend this place. I will stop here again.