I have visited this restaurant several times over the years and never expected exceptional service…read more Really only ever the bare minimum. Unfortunately, even that appears to be too much to ask. On my most recent visit, I arrived alone and took an open seat at the bar, which seemed like the obvious choice for a solo diner. I immediately noticed food from a completely different fast-food restaurant scattered across part of the counter. Since it was on the employee side of the bar and both employees were standing behind it, I reasonably assumed they were eating between tasks. In fact, one employee was actively eating from the food while on the clock. While unprofessional, I chose to overlook it. What I could not overlook was the behavior of the employee I later learned was named Betty. Rather than greeting me or taking my order, Betty decided to make comments about my choice of seating to the other patrons sitting at the bar. Instead of speaking to me directly, she chose to publicly imply that I had done something wrong by sitting in an open seat clearly intended for customers. When I asked whether she was referring to me, she confronted me and explained that it should have been "obvious" that the area occupied by their fast-food meal was reserved for the employees. Let that sink in: an employee eating food from another restaurant behind the counter felt entitled to publicly criticize a paying customer for sitting at a customer seat because it interfered with her personal breakfast. The entire interaction was embarrassing, unprofessional, and incredibly disrespectful. The issue wasn't the food. It wasn't the seat. It was the astonishing sense of entitlement and complete lack of customer service displayed by someone whose job is to provide hospitality. If employees want designated dining areas, management should provide them. What should never happen is a customer being publicly singled out and treated like an inconvenience for using a seat intended for patrons. Needless to say, I left without ordering. I will not be returning, and I will be sharing this experience with others. Poor service is one thing. Being openly mocked and confronted for sitting in an available customer seat is another level entirely. This restaurant already struggled with mediocre service. After this experience, it has earned something far worse: a reputation for making customers feel unwelcome.

While on a driving trip, we saw this diner listed on a "Food" sign on Interstate 64 East. The diner…read moreis the first left after the right turn exit. There was currently no printed menu; we were told "it's on the ceiling" above your head. It is there.. ...but without any prices. We had the turkey player with two sides and a drink. The total bill was $27 for two players. The sides were great, the turkey? We enjoyed our meal and it was a great experience being back in a genuine diner.

I just had a really great cheddar omelet-served with a biscuit. Wayne had a bowl with eggs, sausage…read moregravy and home fries. It was all good, reasonably priced. Service was quick and friendly. Two minor things; the home fries were deep fried; and we had a heck of time finding the diner. However, we really enjoyed the friendly vibe - I think we were the only people who were 'strangers'.

This place is lovely, a cozy little diner just outside downtown Lexington. The breakfast is very…read moregood, I'd recommend the country breakfast. And I really appreciate how friendly and efficient the service is. I feel welcome whenever I eat there.

We ate dinner here 2 consecutive evenings and the food was delicious and service great! Highly…read morerecommend this restauran!

We've lived in the area for two weeks and have eaten here twice , should I say more. Excellent…read moremeals here, service is awesome and servers are friendly! We love it!

We went to the waterwheel restaurant last night and the food was incredible. We ordered the bread,…read morewedge salad, and split the 32 oz ribeye. Everything was great. The ambiance was very cute and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We appreciated that one even came out to take a photo of us in front of the wheel. Would highly recommend if you visit the hot springs area.

Drinks were one of the best we've ever had. Food was so good. I got the trout and it was huge. They…read moregive two pieces of fish.

Food was simple but delicious. The deviled strawberries were incredible; Something we'll try to…read morerecreate. Wait staff is super friendly and attentive. Atmosphere is cute and clean.

the banana pudding ice cream is a must try!…read more i had a great meal (breakfast all day okkkkkk ‍) then as i walked by i heard a lil kid get so excited over how good the ice cream was, and they were giving samples i don't remember what else i tried, the banana puddinnn was a good one

(Very) small town diner. A favorite of locals. The building is an open floor plan double wide that…read moreseems to have been renovated in the last few years. Walk in and seat yourself, one server serves the whole room. The food is okay, needs salt and seasoning but good for the price. Myself and two children ate for $16, can't get breakfast anywhere else that cheap. Bring cash, as it is a cash only establishment.

If you're looking for ambiance, the North Star restaurant isn't for you. If you're looking for an…read moreexcellent burger and are near Buchanan, VA, the North Star will not disappoint. The North Star is a clean Virginia roadside diner offering delicious food. My neighbor and I were visiting Buchanan to have his John Deere mower serviced, and we asked the salespeople where we could get a good lunch. The staff unanimously recommended the North Star, but we were cautioned not to order the double-cheeseburger unless we were very hungry. They were right. It is rare to get a burger prepared exactly the way I prefer one (cheese, ketchup, and loaded with grilled onions), and the North Star didn't disappoint. My friend ordered the double-cheeseburger and loved his meal as well. The fries were really good, and reminiscent of New York diner fries. My wife and I have been back more than a few times when we are in the mood for an excellent burger.

We just happened to stop at a nearby gas station and noticed this place up on the hill. We decided…read moreto give it a try, and let me say--it was definitely worth the drive! The kiddos had the chicken nuggets and waffle fries. If you love Chick-fil-A nuggets, you'll love these. My wife ordered the Chicken Caesar Wrap with salt and vinegar waffle fries. She wasn't a fan of the fries, but she absolutely LOVED the Caesar wrap. As for me, I had the burger, and it was FANTASTIC! It was huge, packed with flavor, and well worth the money. I was not disappointed at all. The waitresses were friendly, the food came out quickly, and the overall experience was excellent. I highly recommend this place, and we will definitely be back. Thank you from the Griggs Family from North Carolina!

My steak sub with peppers, onions and mushrooms was good, the fries were cooked well, the prices…read morewere reasonable and the service was just fine. A good lunch spot on our travels.

I LOVE Maw & Paw's Diner - this cute local eatery, literally nestled in Eagle Rock, is one of those…read morehidden gems that offers daily specials, a great variety on their breakfast/lunch/dinner menu, and holiday buffets. Real talk: I stumbled upon this eatery years ago, but never had the opportunity to go 'off the beaten path' on our road trips to stop by - I couldn't wait to check this local eatery with their super cute logo! The hubs and I stopped by here and had a biscuit sandwich, a Hot Roast Beef dinner, and one of their famous hand-pattied burgers (which we actually stayed for an additional hour or so, as they weren't serving the burgers until later!). While the biscuit was forgettable, the hot roast beef was so scrumptious! It was so hearty, savory, and stick-to-your-rib deliciousness, and such a comfort meal on a plate! The burger was ginormous, and you can tell that they hand-form the fresh patties; the patty was super juicy and all the toppings were fresh. Service was so friendly, welcoming, and with a smile! The restaurant itself has such a charm, and I'd love to be able to return again to check out their holiday buffets!

So Maw and Paw's Diner is like a local's favorite in Eagle Rock. The town is small and there…read morereally isn't anything else around for a while unless you drive to Subway at Sunset Market so begger's can't be choosers. My dad used to love to come here for the buffet after Sunday services at the church and we would stop in here for a burger during summers after he picked me up when he got off work. Their burgers are handmade (meaning they are hand pattied) and used to be very good. During certain times when you stop in there will be buffets offered with things like frog's legs and the like so if you want to get some local country fixings you can try to haunt the board for those things. I tend to stick to what I know and go with simple items and wouldn't order anything other than a sandwich or the burger from here. It's simple food with a simple kitchen and it's very good for what it is. But this is not a fancy place. It's a small diner in a small town run by friendly locals. Temper your expectations, if you find yourself here and hungry, it'll hit the spot.

This restaurant has so much history. It's a mom and pop shop and a local spot. The side room has…read morememorabilia to Elvis. Mr. Lindsay was very friendly and kind to us. He showed us pictures of himself when he played baseball back in the day. If you're UVA fan, recommend coming here since he has photos of him posing with some of the UVA players. The price for the food is the cheapest I've seen. The pancakes are only $6. The 2 eggs and toast was under $6. It came out fast and simple. Just make sure you bring cash because they don't accept card. They do have Venmo however. Show this place some love.

Roost bar and grill is the perfect place to escape from the Omni Homestead. The burger is better…read morethan the one served at the resort. This local bar and grill is run by a nice husband and wife team. If you are looking for a quiet, inexpensive, and local spot, the Roost is a place you can count on. There are very limited options in this small town, but Lindsay's Roost Bar & Grill will not disappoint.