We attended wreath laying day at the Veterans Cemetary and were starved for something tasty. I did a quick Google search along our route and saw Nate's Diner pop up. I'll admit that when we got there, it doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside is a different feel. We were greeted and told we could sit where we like. We picked a table and a menu was promptly brought over with a warm welcome. I ordered the strawberry lemonade and the taco salad with beef. All very good! If you're in the area, give this place a try! read more

Nate's Diner - Indoor area - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

My never ending quest for the perfect hashbrowns lead me to Nate's, which was further motivated after realizing it was on my list for years. What I eventually found both surprised and delighted me, and Nate's gets a thumbs up overall. Pictures are deceiving as I thought the place would be larger but it's a tight fit for bigger groups. There are only a handful of tables but plenty of character. It's also a bit grimey, unsightly and even a tinge dodgey, which may be a deal breaker for others but is an immediate appeal to me. Two things immediately standout when it comes to the food: the portions and the prices are outstanding. The offerings are as no frills as the rest of the establishment. The other surprise was how much influence there was from Mexican cuisine. Hash browns were the goal, but chorizo and chilaquiles were the bonus. Another surprise? The hash browns weren't as crispy as I would have wanted. It's entirely plausible that I came on an off day, which happens. However everything else was on point as my chorizo skillet was absolutely dynamite, pancakes were fluffy and indulgent, breakfast tacos were outstanding, and my eggs were perfectly softly scrambled. Even the bacon and sausage patties were delicious, which is a tall order considering it's not likely made in house. Lastly, as someone who drinks cold water like it's a hobby (#1), I'm especially grateful for the massive 32 oz cup of water, which is perfect for someone who drinks like a camel. The staff is not the quickest but they are friendly. Spanish may go further with most and they're not the quickest when it comes to greeting folks or cleaning tables. The food is the star and consider paying in cash. ____________ (#1) I'm thirsty. read more

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The meatloaf had sold out by 11am, so it seems like it's still a popular item. I chose the country fried steak, which was crunchy and huge. It mostly tasted like slightly salty fried batter even though it looks like there's a good amount of meat. The mashed potatoes with white gravy was good. The broccoli was soft and slightly peppery. Staff clarified the cash cost (menu cost) vs credit card surcharge (3.99% of menu price). The grilled pork chop looked good (tender and seasoned well), even though it was thin. read more

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Delicious and we were served by Nate himself (we are very proud of this factoid) the veggie omelette is exactly where it is at friends. The crepe was Devine Thank you Houston for serving up this gem read more

Great service, convenient location with parking. I had the meatloaf w/ mashed potatoes and corn and my friend had a bacon cheeseburger. Both were ok. Nothing extraordinary but definitely not bad. Typical diner food. Good portion size for the price. read more

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Not a place we would have even know about, but we were in the area and looking for breakfast. Tasty build your own omelette, perfect BLT, and great coffee. Service was very attentive and friendly. If in the area would definitely go back. read more

Nate's Diner - BLT - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

Bananas! This small nondescript diner, overwhelmed me (in a good way) with the flavor of bananas the cook managed to get in to their Nutella banana, pancake! The omelette with the hashbrowns inside was a thriller for texture, and with with the table side Cholula each bite was good for my taste buds too. Kat's Coffee and pancake syrup, flowed hot and fresh. We watched some chicken and waffles be delivered to the table next to us . I have a feeling I know what we're gonna order next time! By the end of breakfast, our son announced that this is where he wants to go for his birthday meal! Overall, this was a surprise. The people in the kitchen had their hairnets on, the bathroom was just okay. It was a nice meal to have between baseball games at Doss Park. Better than Chick-fil-A and open on Sundays for all the baseball parents We will be back to try the voodoo brew, Monday, meatloaf, battered to order chicken strips, and lunch! read more

Nate's Diner - We forgot to take a picture till our last bite of banana Nutella pancake - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been checking out the reviews of this place since I live literally a minute away. Decided to check it out and it was a hit. I ordered the chicken fajita plate for lunch. It was really yummy. I thought the chicken would be super dry, but it was perfect well seasoned, and the right portion for lunch. I also got flour tortillas and corn tortillas which were amazing. Not sure if they were homemade, but they are dangerously delicious. There was one waitress working and she was working at all by herself. We were pretty surprised that there were people coming in and out to a place that we thought was a hole in the wall for the locals. This was our first time at Nate's diner and will be back soon. So if you're in the area stop by for lunch, they have really good delicious deals. read more

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This valley important place for that homemade taste. Offering that Small cozy shop loved by locals! I highly recommended this diner if you're seeking a welcoming mom's and pops style . Must try on the north side for read more

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Eggcelant bang for your buck!. Great Burgers as well. Cash is King here but cards are accepted.

Service was quick the place was empty . The ambiance chill and calm . The food great made quickly and everything was freshly cooked . Big menu with many different options highly recommended place to try out for some good home style cooking . read more

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Better than I expected -- don't let the looks fool you. It honestly looked a little sketchy at first and I wasn't too sure about the bathrooms... but once I sat down and looked around, it really wasn't bad at all. We ordered and the food was great! I actually almost finished my plate, which is rare since I'm so picky. The menu had a lot to choose from, and you can tell it's family-run. I even noticed a few other tables already knew the server. read more

Nate's Diner - Chicken fried chicken Big breakfast - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

Who knew? Breakfast available all day along with other goodies. Prices are right and the service attentive and personable. The exterior of this place is deceptive, with colored lights blinking and a sense of despair. The interior, however, tells a different story with colorful and well maintained decor. The big deal breakfast is a big deal. Come hungry. read more

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The food was delicious. I loved it and I would definitely go again! I liked everything. The place is also nice, it has a lot of personality. The customer service was nice as well. read more

Nate's Diner - Eggs, Bacon & Hashbrowns (part of the sweet crepe deal) and a drink - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We like to support local businesses. Glad we came here. It's very casual and great atmosphere. The service was excellent and the food was superb. Breakfast never tasted so good. read more

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It was ok. The hostess didn't speak to us at all when we came in, just escorted us to a table and left. The waitress was very sweet. The food was just ok too. I live for biscuits and gravy and these were like packaged gravy and can biscuits. I had the breakfast potatoes and they were so over salted that I couldn't eat them. Always looking for a new breakfast place, but probably won't return. read more

The food is perfect service is great got my food quickly very underrated and deserves more attention !! read more

Nate's Diner - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

When we arrived it took them awhile to come out and ask us what we wanted. Either way the wait was worth it, they are very clean! The woman serving us was polite, respectful and sweet. The COOKS omg, me and my guy cousin wanted to kiss them on the forehead. They did so amazing on our food, it was extremely GOOD! I ate better here than any over priced restaurant ever! This place is delicious and deserves more than 5 Stars!!! I'm definitely going back forever. I will bring my son as he gets older, my dates and my family when we all gather together here instead of going anywhere else! Please try this place, don't second guess it read more

I'm gonna give you the honest review. Roses are red, Violets are blue, going to this restaurant will make your stomach hurt too. Ps. The waffle was not good and the chicken tenders too. *The service was wonderful, lovely people, but the food wasn't it. The vibe was great it was an old-fashioned type diner and it genuinely look nice.* read more

Nice place to visit and the service is great & friendly. Good food and I truly love the breakfast. It's definitely a place I visit for a cup of coffee and good food. Thank you for your friendship in service read more

Nate's diner is a true hidden gem on veterans memorial. The server and kitchen staff were very friendly and welcoming. I ordered the chicken fried chicken with pancakes, bacon, and hash browns that had cheese and onions toppings. Writing this review is making me hungry again, because the chicken fried chicken was seasoned very well! Then the hash brown and pancakes did not disappoint. It was refreshing to eat in a true diner atmosphere and I love the fact that it's family operated. I highly recommend!! read more

Nate's Diner - Chicken Fried Chicken and 2 Piece Egg Combo - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great little family run diner. The food is varied and everything is pretty good. Burgers run a bit salty but not always bad depending on how you feel. Crepes and skillets are our go-tos. Service is friendly and always welcoming. read more

Our first time eating at this establishment and did not disappoint our belly. We order 2 kiwi lemonades omg there huge and taste natural not sugary,2 big meals- one with a waffle delicious and one with 4 slices of French toast both came with 2 eggs and four meats and option of hash browns or country potatoes. Also we order the Nutella crepe my niece loved it. Service was excellent waiters Monica and Isabel were very busy but still managed to come check on us. Food was cooked well and delicious. Place is very family friendly and I would definitely recommend to others. The location is hidden and for some might look out dated but I would say Don't knock it until you've tried it. read more

I read the reviews & decided to try Nate's based on the review & I have to say that I was so disappointed in the service & food!! The 2 waiters were very arrogant, service left much to be desired & the food was delivered to the table cold & missing an item. When I brought the issue to the attention of the staff & owner that just blew it off, told them not to worry about we paid the bill & left. When we arrived there was no one in the restaurant so I see no need for food to come out cold & missing items that you had to remind the staff of twice! To say the least we won't be back!! read more

My mom and I went for brunch yesterday and at first she was a little skeptical. But I told her to give it a chance. It looks like a hole in the wall! The food was AMAZING, the service was excellent, and the vibes were perfect! We both got the big meal deal , I got a waffle and she got pancakes! DELICIOUS!! Oh and the iced coffee. Chefs kiss!!! read more

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Amazing! Loved the chicken and waffles. My husband had a T-bone steak and eggs and it was delicious.

I had the crepes breakfast plate it was delicious. The service was a 10 everyone was nice and polite and patient because they have so much good stuff on the menu I didn't know what to pick. read more

goated was quite the scrumptious meal we enjoyed our time here and savored the amazing flavors read more

Pescado Rancheros was a gormet meal . The whitefish was flakey, moist, fresh, with a delicious sauce and the salad was delicious. Large portion for $9.99 Small diner with gormet food at great prices read more

Love an owner operated local restaurant. Breakfast is not hard but many fail to deliver. Not at Nate's. The scrambled eggs served omelette style were as perfect as the old school hash browns. The decor (and too loud music) are decidedly diner. But I do not pick restaurants based on the lit interior designer vendor. The folks were pleasant including the owner himself. The menu is extensive. And the execution was spot on. read more

Excellent food.. don't be scared off by the exterior. It's clean and delicious! They were so friendly and did not mind asking questions or being picky :) read more

Nate's Diner - Big breakfast! Lots of choices and all yummy! - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food: The flavor and the presentation were both there. And the service very friendly did not have to wait long for food. Definitely a 5 star

Came here based on some online reviews and was not disappointed. Don't let the outside fool you, it lives up to the hype! Glad I gave it a chance. Tacos, omelettes, country potato's, and pancakes were good! And service was just as nice. read more

The food was amazing. I had the steak tips breakfast combo and it was cooked perfectly. The sauce and grilled onions were terrific. The service was great as well. It looks like a family owned diner and it was nice seeing one of the younger kids working on his birthday. It is worth the drive and I will definitely be coming back. read more

The service was great the girl who helped us was named Araceli very sweet and respectful but it seems like the owner was there with his entire family extended family because it was like 20 of them as Araceli was taking our order I guess the daughter or niece came and interrupted very rudely and in a very rude manner spoke to her demanding if her food was ready the poor waitress looked embarrassed in a snobby manner she walked off almost stomping throwing a fit with the little friend she walked towards the back I'm guessing towards the kitchen. They all kept doing that getting in the way of the only 2 employees there on a Saturday night as they were showing the canelo and Crawford fight. Then they were sitting in booths but they were sitting in the backs with their feet on the seat they kept jumping over booths it was very unpleasant ambiance I felt so bad for the employees. Definitely not a nice experience i will not be going back again read more

Let me say this. I have 1 regret & 1 regret only...Why in the world did it take me so long to try Nate's out?!?!? Holy moly this place is delish!! I'm a big fan of small/local business & this spot is the exact reason why. Had a lazy day off work & had nothing planned. Based on the reviews, I was hoping it'd be as good as what my fellow Yelpers had to say. And the Yelp squad told no lies! The service was fantastic! I was greeted when I walked in & took a seat by the window. It smelled like awesomeness. Fresh food, coffee & smiles. They've got something for everyone on the menu. I went big & ordered the chicken fried chicken breakfast. This is the best I've had in forever. It's freshly battered & fried. Not some frozen tasteless chunk of meat. Perfectly seasoned & crunchy. That gravy was the business. Pancakes buttery & fluffy. Eggs cooked perfect medium to go with my crispy hashbrowns which weren't all greasy. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. The coffee was nice & fresh. You can tell they don't water it down to stretch it like many places. I ended up taking half of my food home because it was so much. I could've sat in Nate's all day. Well, I kinda did because I had to wake up from food coma LOL A family was sitting close by & thanks to them the French toast & biscuits & gravy are on my radar. Their son order a burger which was massive. Trying that too. Nate's is a real diner: awesome food, service, prices & a place you can chat it up with the stranger next to ya! Check 'em out. Yelp on my friends! read more

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I agree that this place is a gem! Great service. The food is amazing! Place is clean. Great portions of food and appropriate prices as well. My husband and I loved it. Will return! read more

Yelp asked for pictures of my food but if was all eaten so fast. Very delicious. Service was great and food came out at a reasonable time. Small Cozy Restaurant. read more

super cute little diner, delicious food, extremely friendly staff. appears to be very clean. if I had 10 stars I'd give it!!

Small place, clean place, nice employees, food is well seasoned nothing to brag about but hits the spot.