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    Tom's Diner

    3.9 (127 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    J E.

    Having seen this spot many times over the years, but never stopping in, I decided to go for breakfast one weekday, while I was in the area. There only seemed to be two employees working; the cook and the server, but service was still quite prompt. When I got there, there was only one other person dining in there, but by the time I left, there were many others and several more tables sat. They also seemed to have a few take-out orders pop in while there, so they clearly do a decent business. The menu is typical, basic diner fare, nothing creative nor unique. I opted for a bacon, egg, & cheese sandwich on English muffin and it was pretty good. The breakfast potatoes that I got as a side were nicely done, with a little crusty fry on the sides, which I really like. Overall, it was decent.

    2 Eggs with Bacon
    Andy C.

    If you're looking for a home style breakfast that isn't run by some corporate chain, Tom's diner has got you covered. Although it's not open 24/7 like the diners I grew up with, you definitely feel the small town diner vibe when you walk in. Yes there is a trailer park behind this place. If that in any way influences your opinion of the food, I don't really know what to say about except to check your privilege. Food didn't take too long to come out after we ordered. It was mostly younger families at the tables and some old timers sitting at the counter. Really liked the atmosphere of this place during the brunch hours. Waitress was super nice and made sure to come by and check on us to see how we were doing. Will definitely be back again.

    Caesar salad, or more accurately romaine lettuce with 3 pieces of stale bread and a side of Caesar dressing.
    Heidi D.

    I ordered a range of items. Not bad, not amazing. The salad was a complete disappointment.

    French Toast
    Jailene H.

    What the diner lacks in modern aesthetics, it makes up for in great food! Wendy (waitress) who has been there 23 years - was great! Fast service, everything came out hot and perfect!

    Raj S.

    First timer . Wanted to go to dunkin but saw this on the way . Went for breakfast and I just loved it .. super food .. fantastic service ... average expensive. Had French toasts . Really good .. stomach full ! My kids have bagel cream cheese and hash brown ! Wow ! Really good . Parking available . Nice experience overall ....

    My breakfast
    Mary Kay D.

    Yes! Another authentic diner close by! There is one other on same road but really packed on Sunday so tried out Toms. The coffee excellent and mug never empty. My food was served quickly and was excellent. Nestled in front of a trailer park which I never knew existed, the parking was limited but doable. I liked the patrons! A biker dude was seated in booth next to me and when he saw an elderly couple enter, he jumped to his feet and gently guided the man to his seat. We will become regulars!

    Christine L.

    Tom's Diner is a classic greasy spoon kind of place. I've only come here for breakfast and got the same thing both times: buttermilk pancakes with the country omelette. The country omelette is carb heaven. It has potatoes inside of it (along with bacon and onions and some other things), with your choice of home fries or hashbrowns, and some sort of toast on the side. It's delicious, always really fresh, and they're not shy about stuffing the omelette. You won't leave the diner with an empty stomach. Everything's reasonably priced, staff are really friendly, and the diner attracts a variety of people... Young to elderly couples, families, and they even make people who seat alone feel welcomed in the diner. I recommend if you're looking for a lowkey and casual restaurant!

    Be a little kinder than you have to. Do business w/ the local stores.
    John L.

    Tom's Diner in Manassas, VA, has been operating since 1979. Funny thing is it's located just 3 minutes down the road from the jam-packed IHOP and serves just as good a breakfast (maybe better). No offense to IHOP. But there's no waiting at Tom's and the service here is superb. Folks here are kind, patient, and attentive. That Greek omelette and home fries were absolutely yummy!

    3 French Toast and 2 Eggs, Bacon

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    Great breakfast and fast, friendly service. The facility and indoor amenities are dated - needs an interior refresh.

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    Nice little spot, decent food, good service, but the coffee is horrible. Coffee very weak

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    It's o.k. for a quick bite, but nothing like the diners I frequented up in NJ. Small menu, but good value.

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    Y'all we ordered from here on Uber Eats, the food was the BEST! Biscuits were hot and fresh! Everything was amazing. We will be regulars!

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    Great service and food for the price! Definitely a genuine diner experience! Would recommend!

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    Carnegie Diner & Cafe - French toast

    Carnegie Diner & Cafe

    3.5(318 reviews)
    13.7 mi
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    My friends and I absolutely demolished our plates. We came in hungry and the food and portions had…read moreus leaving satisfied. All of our eggs were cooked to perfection, the hash browns had the perfect crisp, and most notably - their fries?! That crunch and potato/batter ratio was chef's kiss! Note: you can sub the salad for fruits which we both did for our Benedicts, pic not shown I would love to give this place 5 stars, but unfortunately, the service was quite slow. I ran out of water so I tried to catch the eye of every single staff member there, raising my hand, and absolutely no one looked my way. Our server eventually brought food to the table next to us so I was able to flag her down. Other than that, the place was cute and I'd come again!

    2 out of 3 isn't bad, but it's not great, either…read more Like other diners here in NYC and elsewhere, Carnegie has a huge menu and serves generous portions at appropriate prices. For example, yesterday, I had their Peter's Special, a sandwich made from 1/2 lb of pastrami and 1/2 lb of corned beef. Except that it's not "a" sandwich, but three, all on delicious rye bread, each with its own pickle, and a small helping of slaw, sauerkraut, and a major pile of salad. It was my lunch yesterday; the remaining two sandwiches are my lunch today and tomorrow. That's three meals for $30, which, to me, is a reasonable price. The problem was that the more they do to create the food, the less flavorful it is. For example, on another recent visit, I had their Country Style Omelet. Again, it was huge and contained everything that goes into a great omelet. Except, there wasn't a lot of flavor. And that seems to be the theme. I grabbed a slice of their 24-layer cake and, again, big but not much taste beyond sweetness. If you crave a lot of food, then this might be the spot for you. However, if you prefer less and more, smaller portions with better, more nuanced flavor, then maybe try one of the other nearby restaurants.

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    Silver Diner

    Silver Diner

    3.9(660 reviews)
    8.5 mi
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    Healthy dining
    Locally sourced ingredients

    Silver Diner is a chain with multiple locations in District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey and…read moreVirgina. The one we visited was in Fairfax, VA. They are located minutes away from Fair Oaks Mall, with plenty of parking. They are open for breakfast until late for dine-in, carryout and delivery. When we walked in for breakfast, the place was busy, but we got seated right away. The tables had those mini jukebox machine. It's a 50's diner theme, except for staff's uniform. The staff was friendly but not as attentive especially once we had our food. Mocha Banana Cold Brew - Caramelized banana mix, chocolate, vanilla extract, milk, cold oat foam. Way too sweet for me! What was I thinking?! I ended up ordering a plain cold brew and mixed most of it to the drink to tame the sweetness. Other than this, it was a nice drink. Fried Pickle-Brined Chicken & Waffle - Breaded boneless chicken (halal), pecan waffle, cherry pepper honey, sausage gravy and syrup. Chicken was nice and tender. Chicken & Waffle is all about that combo taste of sweet and savory! Good dish! (Found in the Every Day Brunch section) Oaxaca (wah-haw-kah) - Oaxaca-black bean salsa, pepper jack, salsa roja, cilantro, guacamole, whole wheat toast. I like this dish very much. It was flavorful! (Found in the Farm-Fresh Omelets section).

    Oh my how it pains me to write this review. I normally try to find any way possible to compliment…read moreand support a business, but very unfortunately dinner this evening really missed the mark in terms of food quality. The bright spot was our pleasant and knowledgeable waitress! I ordered the fish and chips - now I know that the Silver Diner is not a seafood restaurant, but the reality in my opinion is that fish and chips is an easy dish to make. I have enjoyed fish and chips at more restaurants than I can count, including some of the world's finest seafood on a recent trip to Iceland. My fish at the Silver Diner had the thickest and most dense breading that I have ever had! It was terrible to me. There was nothing about the breading that was light - it was way too thick, too glutinous, and the fish was substantially overcooked to the point of being dry. The fish and chips were served with a cup of chicken soup which was mediocre at best - under seasoned. We did start dinner with an appetizer of fried shrimp seasoned with a bit of Old Bay. It actually tasted very good but again the shrimp were very sadly overcooked which made them tough and chewy. So the food is definitely not for me, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with a discerning taste. I also consider the food here very expensive relative to some other nearby restaurants that provide some truly great food at a much better price point.

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    Gainesville Diner - 2 Eggs with Sausage

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    3.5(205 reviews)
    9.2 mi
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    Our second visit. First time, we arrived at 7:00 a.m. and no one was there. We left after waiting…read morefor 10 minutes for them to open. Second time, they were open on time. Server was OK .. food was OK. Pancakes were huge ... omelet was huge too. Eggs benedict was just lukewarm and poached eggs barely cooked. I think this place has a potential to be good, but it was just so-so.

    THEY DO THE PORTIONS RIGHT!!!…read more * Price: An omelet which is my go to is about $13 to $20 depending on which one you get. I usually go for Philly Cheesesteak, Fajita, or Western which is around $16. Expect to spend around $12 to $18 on average for an entree. * Food: My go to is an omelet and they also have good burgers and crepes. Portions are HUGE. My omelet was thick and covered half the plate and it was not just egg. They do amazing on the protein. You also get potatoes or other side options and toast of your choice. Be ready to grab a to go box unless you are big back like me. * Cleanliness and Setting: Many booth tables on the side that can fit around 4 to 6 and several tables in the middle. There are TVs everywhere if you are looking to catch a game. Moderately lively energy and a homey feel. * Service: It is nice seeing the same faces at the front every time I go. I get sat down relatively quickly even when it is busy and they have been on point with the food every time. They have also won multiple awards.

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    Gainesville Diner - Coffee was good!

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    Coffee was good!

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