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.

They had no ice and was ready for gravy and biscuits cause everything on the back side of the menu…read morewent with gravy and they didn't have that either and one of the waiters kept twitching scratching his back and acting like he was on some type of drug decent food brought it out on a plate with I nick in the plate so could tell it has been used a bunch the service was rather fast may have been cause the waiter was on drugs kinda weirded me out with him twitching like he was the French toast was decent and was fast

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.

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!

Great place. Simple, lots of light. Easy to get to from the highway. Good oldies music and a…read moreclassic red and white theme. Service was great. Madeline took great care of us. I had the Double Super Burger... "2" 1/2 pound burgers on a bun with toppings. Very well cooked and juicy! Great burger. We will be back

As a retro Diner surrounded by chains Dolly is filled with people…read more The breakfast and the desserts are good. The staff is friendly and kind. The decor is acceptable.

Absolutely love!! Best food around!! Strongly recommend 476 Dinner to anyone who wants there moneys…read moreworth of great food!! Strongly recommend the Ham and Cheese Sub and Philly steak sandwich!! Thanks, Colie Watts

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

Wonderful atmosphere! The Farmhouse platter is enough for two and so yummy…read more The fish and chips are also great

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.

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.

Damascus Diner -- Damascus, VA…read more I'll admit it--I'm not usually a diner person, and I actually debated driving back to Abingdon for breakfast. But we were staying in a cabin along the Virginia Creeper Trail, and walking the trail into town for a traditional Southern breakfast sounded like the more authentic mountain-town experience. I'm so glad we did. The portions were huge, the prices were incredibly reasonable, and everything we tried was good. My husband ordered "The Hog"--2 eggs, country potatoes, sausage, bacon and pork loin. The sausage was his favorite of the meats. I had the Mt. Rogers with 3 eggs, hash brown casserole, and upgraded to the 8-oz sirloin. Both meals came with toast or a biscuit, grits, and peppered sausage gravy. They were out of biscuits, so we had white and sourdough toast instead, and it was all good. The food was hearty, traditional, and exactly what I was craving. But what really made the experience was the Southern hospitality. The young woman serving and the host were both so kind and cheerful. Sometimes the best travel experiences aren't the trendy places--they're the local spots where you walk in hungry, leave completely stuffed, and feel genuinely welcomed. Damascus Diner was one of those places.

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!

Great little place. We almost didn't walk in because of how it looked on the outside, but it was…read moresurprisingly nice on the inside. Walked in, and we were told to sit anywhere, the lady waiting us had a good accent, not like what you hear up north. My hunger was twerkin and we were ferociously desiring some food, so I decided to get the "challenger burger" with my friend. Then Paul walked in. My friend shouted, "howdy Paul!" And distressingly, he didn't respond. At first I thought, "that can't be Paul," but a closer look revealed it was. Turned out maybe Paul was angry at us for being Michiganders. The challenger burger was massive, and it was tasty. It hit the spot like uncle Jerry does. The bottom bun was a little soggy from all the grease from the 1 pound burger, but it was still fantastic. I gobbled slobbered bobbled it up like my buddy Mia K does. Paul and his family seemed mad at us, so we looked away. Otherwise, I think the food was great, besides the fact that I accidentally put sugar instead of salt on my fries. The pickle chips are life changing. They look like chicken nuggets but taste like wock. Stuff is gas. Literally deisel, and not even on no Joe Bideski prices. There needs to be more beautiful women in this area like the cashier at Long John Silver's though.

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.