The Knott Hole

At CT's, my husband and I go visit maybe once a month to have breakfast because their biscuits and…read moregravy are out of this world if you add sausage and bacon to your biscuits and gravy, you'll never eat it anywhere else. Please go and check out CT's.

Great food, and fast friendly service. I had the tuna melt, and my husband had the Philly cheese…read moresteak. Highly recommend.

C and T Diner

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Coffee!!!!

Jax At The Tracks

3.4(2.1k reviews)

46.5 mi

Pretty good brunch spot. They were popular on a Memorial Day holiday - we waited 20 mins for an…read moreoutside table. Good varied menu. They have all the classic brunch items. We ordered huevos rancheros which was really good. It came with tortilla chips and that really helped. Also they gave an entire avocado! Half inside , half outside. The staff was attentive. The only downside is it's next to an Amtrak railway (hence the name). We had a sleeping toddler in the stroller and the loud bursts of the horn woke her up. Plus side is you can watch the train go by.

I have been here before and thought the food was good so I didn't hesitate to recommend this to my…read morehusband for dinner one night- granted I had been here about 25 years ago prior. Love the idea of this place, it was quiet and had the place to ourselves it seemed. The service was fantastic! But the food fell a little short of our expectations! The banana milkshake was great. The burgers were good according to my husband and son but the BLT was such a disappointment and the onion rings had burned bits all in the bottom of the tray. I don't like their "plates"- not sure how they clean and maintain the cutting board they serve the food on but seems like a breeding ground for bacteria? Just not a fan. I was hoping after being on Diners Drive-ins and Dives that the quality should be there, even something as simple and basic as a BLT should be stellar or just take it off of the menu. Sadly I won't be coming back- prices were high for the quality.

Front counter

Fried Zucchini

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Oreo milkshake

The Original Mels

3.7(307 reviews)

12.6 mi

One of the very few average American restaurants where the cook cleans his grill regularly and…read morethoroughly. I can taste it in the food.

We order some family favorites and the meals were delicious! I had the bbq burger and spouse had…read morethe turkey platter (think thanksgiving on a plate)! The inside reminds me of a 50's dinner with your own personal jukebox on table. Great food, service and fun!

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Marlene & Glen's Dead Fly Diner

4.1(292 reviews)

22.4 mi

The staff, amazing! The food, amazing! Don't miss out on this diner if you are visiting or just…read moredriving through! I cannot say enough about this place and I will be back because the staff and food are just that good!!!

Newish Management. Newish owners. Seem like nice enough folks... Perhaps not IDEAL restauranteurs…read more That may sound a bit harsh, but I can't stress enough to you that we really did go there with the highest intention of loving it as we always did. We loved that place and the people and, good god, we did love the food. From the gate there was 1 obvious new change that caused us to immediately have to re-think our plans... No bottomless mimosas ! Nothing like that of any kind! They sold their liqour license! So... okay. We'll have sodas, just this once , and try to keep an open positive mind and attitude. New people, old menu, newbie staff, try to be patient, and all that stuff, you know... considered. We got seated quickly enough. and then we saw the menu. They had made up a story about how the diner got it's nickname "The Dead Fly Diner". How would I know? My father coined that phrase during a county fair week when they were expanding the dining area and they had to keep it open and the flys, they did come a buzzin'. But they made up a whole other story of how that came to be. * Flash to Lloyd Bentsen "Senator, I knew the Dead Fly Diner. The Dead Fly Diner was a friend of mine. Senator, you're no Dead Fly Diner". So we bravely ordered our old favorites off the lying menu and were alarmed at the prices as they had nearly doubled since Covid!... but no matter. This was now a fact-finding mission: Was the food quality and quantity maintained? Their signature burger, "The Dead Fly" was now offered more or less stripped of its usual accoutrements which could be added for a fee so add cheese (3 slices) , ham slices (3), and ortega chile (1 big guy), and a diet cola. I thought the bill may have begun to approach house payment status, but soldiered forward. Some time later... ("some" time? OH yeah... 42 minutes or so, and it wasn't even busy) The food arrived and the ice had melted in my cola and turned to water which was the only water available, as no one checked us for need of refills. Ever. But nevermind about that. The biggest kick in the cahones was that they charged for the burger toppins and did NOT include them on a plate at all... and they never did. Oh, I waited for the waitress to ask the usual "how is everything, fellas'?", but did she ever set sail for our part of the seating area? I will just... let you guess. So I was on the hook for a nearly $50 buck (Burger + non-existant extras+ cola + 20% tip) lunch that was, from beginning to end, a raging disappointment. Remember, We WANTED to love it, and we really did wish the new owners the best of luck. However, It will be some time before we brave going back. ("Some time?" OH yeah).

Have a coke & a smile!

Eggs Benedict and hash browns

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Superb Staff!

Mel & Faye's Diner

3.7(586 reviews)

28.3 mi

Mel & Faye's isn't just a diner to us... it's home…read more This place will always hold a special spot in our hearts. We moved out of state, and we still haven't found...and probably never will find...another place quite like Mel & Faye's. It's the food, the drinks, the service, but more than anything, it's the people. My go-to is the cranberry walnut salad with chicken (so good!), and Sean loves the sourdough burger. The food is always great, but honestly, we come back for the atmosphere and the people who make this place feel like family. Mary is always a hoot as our server, and we absolutely love the entire staff. Bart and Maura have created something really special here, and we appreciate them more than they know. Every time we come back to town, one of the things we look forward to most is walking through those doors, seeing familiar faces, catching up, and feeling right at home again. We miss everyone when we're away, but it makes our visits that much more special. Mel & Faye's will always be our home away from home.

Very pleased with my experience here. Walk through the front door and was politely greeted. The…read morewonderful hostess asked us to wait a minute,so she could clean a table. We were promptly seated and within 2 minutes we had two hot cups of coffee. We then ordered the country breakfast which was surprising cheap and very delicious! Great server. In and out in 40 minutes on a Sunday morning!

Not sure of the propriety of a large trash can placed in front of the counter.

Sourdough Burger sub beef patty for Beyond Burger patty and French fries

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Roc & Sol Diner

4.4(536 reviews)

51.2 mi•Downtown

Great food and service. Always find parking. Value is a +. Who can resist a cocktail at breakfast.read more

I took my family to Roc & Sol for Sunday brunch during the World Cup and we had a great meal…read more Parking is pretty easy to find in their parking lot. We were promptly greeted and seated. Indoors and outdoors have a bunch of cool artwork that's inviting and warm. The staff were friendly, polite, and hard working. We started with the fried mozzarella and it was terrific. I ordered the creme brulee French toast and it was spectacular and better than I could have ever imagined. It was full of flavor and I'd order it again in a New York second. My wife opted for the chorizo sausage scramble and loved every bite. Our oldest had the chorizo scramble with my wife and really enjoyed it. Our youngest ordered the pancakes and loved them. It was a great experience and meal and we'll be back soon.

Late night eats is a vibe with DJ!

Fried chicken

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Fried chicken

Firehouse Café

4.2(92 reviews)

13.5 mi

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Great cafe. The owner Brian was very friendly. The food was good and well priced. Good selection of…read morebreakfast and lunch options.

A solid choice for breakfast or lunch. Good, strong coffee and traditional choices. Omelette was…read moregenerously filled, pancakes and eggs perfectly cooked. Also, a surprising number of choices for a small place. Cannot go wrong here.

Quaint old school diner with a counter

Tijuana Tortilla

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Chubby's Diner

4.4(546 reviews)

38.0 mi

Went here with some friends before the annual Brewfest in Roseville…read more Staff were very welcoming and attentive. Manager also made sure to talk to us, asked our needs, and made some recommendations. He told us everything was made fresh at Chubby's including the bread. It was a family style diner restaurant that makes you feel like you're back in the 1950s. I really enjoyed my meal, and so did my friends. I suggest getting the Mr. Chubby burger. You won't regret it!!!

Classic home cooking and comfort food [Roseville CA]…read more First time dining at Chubby's was 9 years ago in 2017 and I never returned... no reason, there were just too many dining options in Roseville but I recently came back and had brunch here one Sunday morning. A classic breakfast sounded good at the time... From the breakfast menu I chose the Juke Box Special but the friendly server suggested the Soldier Boy instead which was basically the same thing except this included grilled potatoes and only one pancake. The server urged me to try the potatoes... omgosh! it was so good, they were grilled and I love the crunchiness. Nothing fancy on the menu just good, ole' classic home cookin' and diner "comfort food." Breakfast is served all day. Chubby's Diner is a small, friendly, neighborhood diner that is as retro as it gets down from the decor and food. Friendly customer service! Review #3982

01.18.26 Soldier Boy - 2 eggs, grilled potatoes, choice bacon (or sausage)

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Duke's Diner

4.4(243 reviews)

58.6 mi

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stopped here for lunch before a concert yesterday. and i'm so glad i did…read more their food was soooo good! the employees were so extremely nice! definitely highly recommend this diner if you're in the area. we got a club sandwich with tots and pigs in a blanket. and oh my god. their tots were THEE best tots i've ever had.

Service was fast and friendly, prices were more affordable than other places, and food was great!…read moreWe're definitely coming back!

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Cup of their award winning chili

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Veggie Breakfast Burrito

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Daniel W.

7 months ago

No shockers here boys and girls, I was, as anticipated, 86ed from the Knot Hole. Well.. instead of the manager actually trying to manage and hear out the claims that were brought against the establishment.. no.. 86ed... you're no longer welcome.. One might think that a patron that spent the last 2+ years every week ~ 4 nights week at your bar might have some insight so... dear friends... let this be a lesson to you. If you don't like the management of the Knot Hole, f' off.. you'll get 86ed from the establishment. Tread lightly on your criticism. read more

Demers S.

12 years ago

Killer little hole in the wall joint! Food is good. The locals are always fun to chat with. The food is solid and priced well. Be warned, this is like a local's joint that is teetering on being a dive bar. There are no servers. If this isn't your thing, then don't come here. We personally love the style of service and how the keep it authentic. Taco Tuesdays are fun! read more

Aaron A.

7 years ago

Bummer! Such potential...! Attitude problems with staff, dog shit in the backyard area, and all around bad, negative vibe! Denise and Jeff actually ran this place well and we used to have fun! Easily spend $200-300 for the group and stay for a few hours... NOT anymore! Guess we will have to wait until the new owner runs out of dough.... read more

Dennis L.

4 years ago

The owner Dan kicked a handicapped person out of the handicapped parking. Before they even turned the car off. The staff at the knothole have worked very hard to save the place. How ever Dan the owner has run it 6 feet under. Such a waist. read more

Janice J.

15 years ago

Great place. Great people. Food is made to order so everything is hot when you get it. Great burgers and tacos.

Bob B.

5 years ago

Great atmosphere great prices and generous portions great set of people working their

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