Food is good Service has been faster, but they seem to push out the door dash stuff faster than their regulars who come in front door. If your are sensory sensitive to sounds and echo, not the place. We switched up and go to George's a month ago, funny part is the owner of NIX did too read more

The place was basically packed when we walked in. We were met at the door and seated immediately though. Another waitress came to the table and took our drink orders and handed us menus. Our drinks came out within 7 minutes after placing our order. However our food took a little longer. As I mentioned it was quite busy so it was a little understandable, our food didn't arrive for another 20 minutes. The food looked great and the presentation was excellent. When it comes to the overall taste of the food, I have to say it was nothing special or special noting. Your typical breakfast food that you have to season to taste for your liking. Overall, I enjoyed my meal and if I was in the area I would stop in again. read more

Nix Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Hidden Gem in Churchland Nix is the kind of place you stumble upon once and never forget. Tucked away in a nostalgic 1970s strip mall in the Churchland area, it's a true hidden gem that locals quietly cherish. From the moment you walk in, the staff makes you feel like family--warm, welcoming, and always attentive. One of the things I love most is how seamless the service is. After placing my order, drinks and condiments just appear without needing to ask. It's that kind of thoughtful touch that sets Nix apart. The wait time for food is impressively short, which is perfect when you're craving a hearty breakfast. My go-to is the soft scrambled eggs with cheese paired with their legendary fried potatoes--crispy, golden, with green peppers and onions and full of flavor. But this time, I decided to switch things up and try something new: eggs, cheese grits, and fried flounder. And wow--what a combo! The flounder was perfectly seasoned and fried to a delicate crisp, while the cheese grits added a creamy, comforting balance. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, Nix delivers consistently delicious food with a side of genuine hospitality. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a cozy breakfast spot that feels like home cooked food Tip: The flounder is pre-breaded and frozen. $19.26 with two sides All credit cards 4% is charged read more

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Started with a nice Greeting, fast delivery on orders, waitresses always checking up on you, even though the place was pretty packed, food was delish! I had omelette and hash browns, definite comeback for sure! read more

Great service and delicious comfort food! Always fast, courteous service. Clean homey environment. read more

The best inexpensive breakfast in Chesapeake. Been frequenting Nix for over 20 years. Such a cozy, down home country feel. The food portions are always just right, food comes out hot everytime, the taste is perfect and the price can't be beat! read more

Nix Restaurant - Breakfast Combo (huge pancake not pictured) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Nix does a good breakfast. The waitresses provide quality service and the food is good and comes out hot. On the weekends the food comes out slowly, like 45+ minutes after it was ordered As long as you are patient they'll take good care of you. read more

I've Ordered A Few Times On Occasions On A Saturday, or Sunday, and They've Yet To Disappoint. For That Feel Good Home Cooked Country Family Breakfast Vibe, This Is Your Place. read more

Didn't even get a chance to try the food, walked in, was passed by one waitress a couple of times and then 2 others. Was never acknowledged. Customer Service is horrible. A friend recommended this place as a friendly/family/warm atmosphere. Will never go back. The whole set-up and atmosphere is awkward. I would highly recommend Jo-Jacks. Now that place is a friendly/warm atmosphere and they remember you and your likes/dislikes. Only giving one star bc I can't give anything lower read more

It's an old restaurant so the atmosphere is of an old restaurant, but the food is really decent

My family and I have been regulars at this restaurant for some time now, and up until today, the service has always been good. Unfortunately, today's experience was quite the opposite. Our server, Dee, brought out our bill, and my husband noticed an extra charge for a pancake. We explained that we had ordered: *an order of 3 pancakes for our son *1 pancake for me as a substitution for bread (with the $0.75 upcharge applied) * and 1 pancake for my husband as his bread substitution (again, the upcharge was already applied). Dee insisted that she brought out an order of 3 pancakes and one separate pancake at the same time. Then another one separately at another time and claimed she brought out a 6th pancake after asking if anything was missing. That's not what happened. She initially brought the order of 3 pancakes and one additional pancake (which my husband gave to me). When she asked if anything was missing, my husband told her his pancake hadn't come yet. She acknowledged it and went to the back. Later, the manager Angie brought out his pancake. At that point, Dee claimed that our son had four pancakes on his plate. I replied, "He had 3 (which is one order), you gave me 1, and then 1 was brought out later for my husband--so that's 5 total, not 6." I then asked, "If you saw 4 pancakes on his plate, why didn't you say anything earlier?" Her response? "Because I didn't want to argue." That comment was confusing and unprofessional as there had been no disagreement or conflict of any kind at that point. I told her it wasn't about the money--it's only $1.75--but it's about the principle. We didn't want to pay for something we didn't receive ( no one does). She responded with, "Ma'am, I'm not gonna argue with you. I know what I saw," and stormed off. A few minutes later, she returned, snatched the bill from my husband, removed the charge, then slammed it back down and said, "I hope you have the day you deserve." We spoke with Angie, the manager, who confirmed there were only 3 pancakes on our son's plate and that only one extra pancake had been brought out later (NOT 2). We appreciated her professionalism and paid her directly before leaving. It'll be a long time before we return--if ever. I'm not sure if Dee was just having a bad day, but here's a word of advice: accountability matters. Everyone makes mistakes, but how you handle them makes all the difference. This could've been a simple fix with an apology and a polite adjustment of the bill. Instead, it turned into an argument over $1.75 and cost this restaurant some very loyal customers who spend well over $100 here monthly. read more

Mediocre... had chicken fried steak that I'm 90% sure came from the grocer frozen section. The hash browns were definitely microwaved, the toast came 10 minutes after everything so my eggs were already cold. The service was very friendly and everyone else's meals looked good (it was packed). Willing to give it another shot but wouldn't go out of my way for it. read more

Nix Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Dee was very rude no customer service skills so how do she still got her job when she constantly treat customers like pure bs. She did not greet me and my family, had a very bad attitude when asking questions about the menu. Called my niece a nigger and flicked me off when confronting her about it. She will get her karma, she's lucky I didn't set it off in the restaurant about my respect and how she treated my loved ones. I will not be returning and will take it up with corporate read more

My mom and I stopped by for the first time and breakfast was really good! Well seasoned and plentiful. The waitress was really nice. We'll be back again! read more

I went up to Virginia to see a couple of my friends. The day we were leaving we decided to eat brunch but they canceled due from being sick so me and my good friend decided to come here to eat brunch. We knew it was going to be packed by the parking outside. We walked in and the waitress told us to sit anywhere. There was no seats available but this kind man David (Daily customer) gave us his table since he was about to leave. The waitress came over and cleaned it up and asked what we would like to drink then we ordered food. The place was extremely packed because of this it was definitely a long wait! The menu items were amazing and good price. When I got my check everything you see in the pictures were under $20 for all. I do agree this place is a gem. If I lived closer I would come here weekly! Come try it out! read more

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Had an excellent and very filling breakfast skillet. It was a ton of food and very yummy ! read more

Nix Restaurant - The country skillet ! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Came for the awesome reviews and was disappointed. We came in and it was very busy which is usually a good sign. We sat at a table after standing there clueless (there should be a sign that says to seat yourself if you are not being seated by a waiter). The ambiance is nice, people laugh and joke and seem to know each other. They took a long time to get us drinks because there was a mixup between which person was waiting on our table. I ordered the eggs Benedict and it was the first time I've ever not finished a Benedict. The hollandaise sauce was extremely rich which I would normally like but I'm not sure what about this sauce was off. It almost seemed cheesy. Also, I had sausage patty instead of ham, which I thought I was getting the sausage on the side (my fault) but the sausage was not good. Bread was barely toasted. I did not like the food here and I am not a picky eater, rarely do I not finish my plate due to dislike. The waiters and staff are nice and try to be accommodating but they are very busy. Most likely won't be coming back though. read more

Oddly crowded for a seat yourself dirty restaurant with bland food. At least the food is inexpensive.

Great small mom and pop restaurant. Be patient as the food is worth the wait. The grill has been perfectly seasoned which makes everything cooked on it delicious. The sweet tea is real full sugary goodness. The coffee is strong and hot. The veggie omelets are light and fluffy. The onions and other veggies are cooked so that they are flavorful and still hold the right amount of light crisp. We will be back! read more

Nix Restaurant - Veggie skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

We got seated quickly. The food was great. The service was wonderful and the price was a great deal. Give it a try if you haven't already it's awesome. read more

This place is amazing! Love the atmosphere! And the food was out of this world! The wait staff did a spectacular job! Wanted to say amazing job to all the waiters and waitresses especially the waiter named Spencer. I really appreciate his patience with everything since it was so busy! Thank you guys again and we will definitely be coming back! read more

The prices are great. The food is OK. But the crowd made us feel very uncomfortable. Might try again on a week day to see if it's a different crowd. read more

Excellent home cooking. Best breakfast in Portsmouth. The corn beef hash breakfast is my go to after a good night.

We are pulling out now.... Stood at the door for 5 minutes, not acknowledged. Sat at a table, servers passed by and never said hello. People came in behind us, sat themselves, and was waited on. I have always had a nice breakfast experience here but it was less than "cold" and very unwelcoming. Today is my birthday and of all days places, I chose this restaurant and drive all the way from south Suffolk. I know customer service has decreased most places these days, but everyone wants a big tip without providing good customer service. This type of coldness will lead to business decline. Good luck. We won't be back. read more

Great price and good food. I spent 30 minutes there, in that time only total of 5 waiting for service, or food, which meant I got 25 with good food and a coffee mug that never got below half as the topped it off. No one else in the restaurant waited for anything either, and the staff was friendly and heart warming. 5 stars is not enough. read more

Found this place off the beaten path so I could get breakfast. As soon as I entered I was welcomed. I sat myself and was given a menu. The seating appeared to be ample as tables were being turned quickly. My waitress was very attentive and pleasant.I ordered a skillet and a 2 pancakes which came out very fast. My order tasted as good as it looked. We really need to support these family businesses. The prices tend to be more reasonable and the quality a lot better in my opinion read more

Nix Restaurant - Skillet and side of pancakes. Awesome! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

We go here practically every weekend. Love the staff. Love the food. Reminds me of good ole home cooking. When it gets busy they do everything they can to keep up and thrive. Price is right. read more

This place is epitome of "small town diner". I know I mentioned it in my last review but coming back here reminded me of it all over again. Came here before church but they were slammed. There was a 10 top already sat down and a 12 top on the back of that one trying to come in. Because of that, our food took quite awhile to get to us. The waitress was super friendly about it and she did everything she could to make us feel comfortable but when food takes long, it kinda throws a damper on your excitement. Nonetheless, we did get our food and it was fairly decent. I think they rushed it a little bit b/c it wasn't as great as it usually is. I'll chalk this up to being super busy and next time I go I'll do a follow up. However, if you want a "no frills" place for food, here ya go! :) Food Taste: 4 Overall Service: 5 Value of food to cost: 4 Facility: 4 Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: no read more

In the endless search for true hash browns (diced potatoes are not hash browns, they are home fries) we ventured out to Nix. When we arrived almost every seat was filled and we quickly say ourselves. I don't know if the crowd was normal or above average but it felt like they were probably short a server. Service was friendly but obviously stretched thin. My breakfast came out short hash browns and the side of gravy I ordered, both of which were delicious once they did come up. Husband had the Smithfield omelette and quite enjoyed it. Verdict: food was delicious and it was a true diner atmosphere, perfect if you are looking for a stick to your ribs breakfast. read more

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If you are looking for the most food at a great price that taste somewhat decent then this is the best place for you to go. You can go there and eat good for about $10. read more

Easy to overlook, hard to forget. Service with big smiles and hearty welcomes. Food came out quickly and piping hot. Many drinks refills and checks if we needed anything. Very comfortable and laid-back interior. Men's room is not handicapped accessible. Prices are cheap and portions are generous. read more

This place is a hidden gem in the Churchland area of Portsmouth. Right up the way from MoMac Brewery, Nix is a hole in the wall that you might miss, were you not seeking it out. Seek it out. It's worth it. Trust me. Okay, so right off the bat, let's set expectations. This isn't Morton's and it's not fine dining. If you go on a Sunday, expect to wait... for a seat, for a menu and for your food. It's worth the wait. I got a waffle with a side of scrambled eggs with cheddar, sausage and a biscuit. First, the eggs. I rarely like eggs in restaurants. Not sure why. Their scrambled eggs were legit the best I've had in a while. Done just right and didn't lack for seasoning. I'm glad I tasted them before adding my normally-obligatory dash of salt. I only added a bit of pepper. Next up? The sausage. Again, cooked just right. It wasn't dry, which I've just come to accept from most places. I wish it was spicier. But, that's a preference, and in this case, unnecessary. Finally, the waffle. It was bomb-tastic. It's what a waffle was born to be. Why aren't most waffles this good? The Specials looked good as well, so when next I visit, it'll be for lunch. In the meantime, you all need to hit Nix up. You won't be sorry. read more

Mediocre- waited at least 20 minutes to order. Two of the orders came out and then we waited for the third. Then the hash browns came after we were done. I would prefer that the ingredients were inside my omelet. Prices are reasonable. Everyone was friendly. We may have been the anomaly. I didn't see the slow service at other tables. Probably won't return. read more

3.5 stars. Affordable and tasty food. Service could be faster, albeit it was relatively busy. I had a simple meal, but there were a lot of options. read more

The service was great. Lots of locals eat here which are seniors and vets which is awesome. The food is priced well. Breakfast all day. I had BBQ plate which was only 7.95. Breakfast for 4.95. Can't beat those priced. The decor was pretty standard quite accommodating though. read more

How do you live down the road from this place for nearly nine years just to eat here for the first time AFTER you move away?? You judge a book by its cover thats how. Yes i will admit i have judged this restaurant by its outer appearance for years. Well when I was driving my Dad around we were rolling by it and he said, hmmm i would like to try that place one day. So the next day i went and got us all the number 1 special. Those potatoes are cooked with so much flavor and those biscuits I could've ordered a dozen of. Very satisfying breakfast and the service over the phone and in person was A1 TOP NOTCH. I won't sleep on this place anymore "I GARE ON TEE!" Lol read more

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We have been here many times but kept experiencing a lack of service unless you are a regular. Final straw came when 2 waitresses decided they were going to wait on a large group who were their friends who arrived 15 minutes after we were seated. We were never acknowledged or given any kind of service. We had similar incidents before this and decided this was the final straw. It's pretty much a local hangout by lots of older folks who come here on the regular to socialize. Can get very loud. read more

My boyfriend and I came here for a late breakfast on Sunday. I love the old school vibes. It gave me nostalgia of a simpler time which was refreshing. Lynn(e) our waitress just made you feel like you were in her own home, so kind and welcoming. I could see her hustle too because she kept busy and going with a smile the whole time. TONS of breakfast options and they had SCRAPPLE! This is always a personal favorite of mine. He got the biscuits and gravy and let me have a bite, I said "WOW, that's good!" VERY affordable. Unpretentious and laid back. Bonus for having flavored coffee creamer! We really enjoyed our experience and will definitely be back! I said "this should be our new spot!" read more

All day breakfast! I was actually pleasantly surprised with this place. It is a pretty small place and definitely dated but the reason it's getting 4 is the food not the place/building itself. We ordered -Eggs Benedict: good, nothing to really rave about but the English muffin was fresh and yummy. The Manhattan skillet: (3 eggs cooked sunny side up, hash browns OR cubes fried potatoes, onions and choice of cheese) this skillet was AMAZING! Eggs cooked perfectly, potatoes nice and crispy, honestly too much cheese for me but hey who in their right mind complains about cheese LOL, onions were nice and tender and it was overall great skillet. Pancakes: huge! And super fluffy. To sum it up this is a really good little food spot and not to mention AMAZING prices. I'm talking we fed 4 people with leftovers for 22$. I mean 22$!!!! Even McDonald's breakfast is more expensive for 4 people than this place and everything is fresh! The staff is very nice and accommodating. I will let you know though, it stays very busy so walk in with some patience. The food and prices are definitely worth it. read more

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This is a must visit place! It is a diner atmosphere so when you walk in, the waitresses say hello and let you choose a table. We ate breakfast (they serve breakfast & lunch) and it was delicious! We ordered French toast with bacon, side of biscuits & gravy and the country scramble bowl. Even though the prices are low, their portions are large! We had more than enough food and it was all very good! They have great customer service and I recommend you dine here! read more