A very nice sandwich shop…read more The sandwiches are well made and flavorful. The portions are large. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable

Stopped in because so many people at my place of employment raves about this diner and let me tell…read moreyou. From the moment I walked in I was greeted with several smiles and hellos my salad looked and tasted amazing but the key lime pie was like no other and it was as if it melted in my mouth. I actually had to run back and grab another piece for home. A must try

We have passed this place for the last 5 years. Its been closed or so full, we didn't stop. Sunday…read moreafter church 9:15am, we had our chance. It was packed upon leaving at 10am, so heads up! First time there, we enter and no one to greet you NOR a sign to seat yourself or wait to be seated. We waited only about 6-7 min for someone to tell us to seat yourself. Passed a couple of dirty tables to sit at the window! Don't worry, there are windows views at every single table. There is also bar seating as well. There is a certain charm about a 50's diner chrome everywhere, black and white checkered floor. As we look at the HUGE menu, we watch the HUGE plates of food pass. So, plan on sharing or taking some home. Tables were clean and waitress was friendly enough. Chicken Fried steak, white gravy, eggs over easy, grits and English muffin were all absolutely spectacular! The steak was super tender and crispy! The gravy wasn't over or underseasoned, I added nothing! The entire plate was gone, literally not a crumb onnthe plate left over. The Philly Skillet was also pretty great! Absolutely huge and we took more than half home to have for 2 meals at home. The postoes/fries were super crispy. The onions, peppers and mushrooms were all seasoned very well and nothing was added at all. Would have liked more meat to the ratio of veggies but with all of the veggies and eggs over easy, it worked well. No beef was brought home because there wasn't a lot on the plate. We kept seeing the biscuits pass and we just had to order one. Brought most of it home but just had to taste it. It was huge. Light and fluffy, not heavy or overdone. Would have went well with the white gravy- note for future visits. Overall 5/5! Would go back. Would like to see t he place get a deep cleaning and paint touch ups and maybe required for the wait staff to have their hair up or fixed. Several looked like they just rolled out of bed and slept with their animals. Will have to go for lunch! Bring your neighbor. Locals/regulars meeting for coffee and visits was nice to see. Not overpriced.

Waited 45 minutes plus after ordering for the worst breakfast ever. Both the omelet and grits…read morelooked totally unappealing and were tasteless. Granted, it was a busy Sunday morning, but more effort could have been spent by both the cooks and the wait staff to assure that the food prepared and served was restaurant quality and acceptable to the customer.

This place is good. The food is quality and delicious. The…read moreservice is great here. The atmosphere and ambiance gives you a country vibe and it feels like grandmas cooking in the kitchen.

We have only been for breakfast but have not been disappointed. The portions are good and the food…read moreis yummy. The place is a little quirky but you will leave full and happy.

We just finished having lunch here at this 50's diner. They had the best hamburgers and hamburger…read moresteak dinners. The meat was moist and full flavor. French fries were crinkle cut which are our favorite. Hush puppies and fried okra delicious. Pepsi products here and they were delicious. So many fountain drinks aren't mixed right and taste terrible but this place has great fountain drinks! Service was great and staff were friendly. 3 of us at for like $36 so that's a bonus. The restaurant also serves hand dipped ice cream and shakes. They have homemade pies for dessert. They have a few picnic tables outside next to the river and some beautiful flowers

We visit Waynesville a couple times a year and I have passed by this place (on the motorcycle)…read moredozens of times without a thought of stopping. Then, I heard about the place on Facebook on one of those "unique out of the way places to eat" posts. The post peaked my interest, especially, since I knew exactly where it was, so, I YELPED it and made plans to go. On our last visit to Waynesville, I put it on my cheap places to try list. We had my in-laws in tow, so I'm reporting the opinions of 4 people. My wife and her dad got the country fried steak. They said it was okay, but nothing special and they wouldn't get it again. My MIL and I both got the Meatloaf sandwich. I got mine on a hoagie bun and my MIL got hers on Texas toast. We both enjoyed our meatloaf sandwiches. Mine was worth going back for another. My MIL also enjoyed half of hers and gave me the other half. The Hoagie bun was definitely the better decision. This is a cheap diner with cheap diner food. The atmosphere is just what it looks like in the pictures and it's exactly what we were looking for. The staff is very friendly. Our waitress tried to sell us some of their homemade desserts, but, unfortunately we already had ingredients and plans for an apple tart, back at the cabin. We will definitely visit this place again, on our next trip. I'll get another meatloaf sandwich, (it was really outstanding) my wife will get something other than the fried steak and we'll both grab a couple of those good looking homemade desserts they had in their display case. We spend a lot of money eating out, when we travel, so I always sprinkle in a couple of cheap places, in order to afford a few pricier, more upscale places. This place is exactly what you should expect after reading the reviews and viewing the pics. I'll try to remember to get some pics next time.

Had breakfast with my wife and daughter before moving her into a dorm at WCU. My wife had stopped…read morein Sylva on her way back from a mountain trip with her girlfriends and gave Lucy's a try. She said it was one of the best breakfast places she ever found so I was all about giving it a go myself. I had the huevos rancheros with cup of coffee. For a side I got fried potatoes. Nice place in downtown Sylva. Street parking right in front and available sat immediately upon arrival. Didn't have to wait long for food to come either. I enjoyed my meal and my wife got a biscuit and gravy and shared it with me and it was awesome as well. Lucy's is my new breakfast spot when visiting WCU.

From the moment we walked in, we had a wonderful experience! We were greeted warmly and seated…read moreright away. They also offer pet-friendly outdoor seating, which is a great option if you're dining with your furry friend. Our waitress, Mackenzie, was fantastic! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out quickly. The service was excellent from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious. We had the Grit Bowl Special, Chicken & Waffles, Brioche French Toast, and fresh fruit. The chicken tasted just like my grandma's recipe. It was crispy, flavorful, and paired perfectly with their spicy hot honey. Everything was fresh and cooked perfectly. The coffee bar was another highlight! They offer so many specialty drink options, including hot chocolate topped with homemade whipped cream. And don't skip the fresh-squeezed orange juice, it was some of the best we've ever had! What really made this place stand out for our family was how kid-friendly it is. The kids got to draw pictures while we ate, and afterward they were able to hang their artwork in the hallway for everyone to see. They absolutely loved it! There's also a large lounge area in the back with cozy seating and games like Shut the Box and chess, making it a great place to relax while waiting for a table or after your meal. If you're looking for a delicious breakfast, outstanding service, and a family-friendly atmosphere, Lucy in the Rye is definitely worth a visit. We'll absolutely be back, and I highly recommend it!

Our first experience at the First Watch and it was a perfect spot for brunch. Love having coffee…read morealmost immediately after sitting down and a carafe at our table. I really enjoyed the Bacado Omelet, perfectly cooked and seasoned. Service was attentive without feeling rushed.

Fast casual food at best. Feels like just another chain restaurant. Nothing to recommend, not…read moreeven the biscuits. 2 adults, 1 kid $60 pre-tip so pass.

The atmosphere was clean and welcoming. -…read moreService was genuinely friendly, with the right level of attentiveness. - Greek omelettes can eat a bit heavy at times, but this one didn't -- they served it with a homemade tzatziki sauce that brightened and elevated the dish, and I don't think I'll ever want this omelette any other way. The home fries were generously supplied and featured satisfying crispy edges. - I subbed the toast/biscuit for a single blueberry pancake which was large, scrumptious, and served with rich blueberry compote as well as warm maple syrup. - Definitely worth a return trip.

We were coming from out of town and decided to stop here for breakfast, and we're so glad we did!…read moreThe parking lot was slammed, which we took as a great sign. Even though they were super busy, we were seated immediately and our food came out fast! They have a large menu with both breakfast and lunch options, and everything we tried was outstanding. The portions were huge too! The restaurant itself was so cute and cozy, which made the experience even better. We will definitely be coming back if we're ever in the area again. Highly recommend!!

If we could rate it 10 stars we would! One of the best subs in our life! Bread was amazing! Soft…read moreand chewy! We think the bread makes it breaks the sandwich. We split an Italian and it was stuffed with meat and cheese. Fresh delicious toppings. Half was more than enough for two but now I wish we each got our own so we had leftovers!! Want to go back again while we are visiting! Cute little place, sweet lady ringing us up and the girls making the sandwiches were killing it! Highly recommend!!!

Eh... nuttin to write home about. The meatballs were good but the sauce tasted institutional. The…read moreclub was a bit better, but $36 for two sandwiches and 1 soda? Oof....