A great place for breakfast. We have the breakfast burrito, an egg white veggie omelet, scrambled…read moreeggs, grits, hash browns and breakfast potatoes with a biscuit. Th burrito was delicious, don't forget the Texas Pete Hotsauce, it really levels it up. Egg white veggie omelet was fresh and delicious. The scrambled eggs were good the grits were delicious and the biscuit was 10 out of 10.

Today was my second time there. It feels like going to visit someone who is just waiting for you…read more Their staff is so friendly and amazing. I only had their breakfast and the flavor was on point. You need to visit for yourself.

This place was so good. The service was over the top and super friendly. The breakfast options were…read morestraight forward and basic. Eggs, bacon, toast and a single pancake was a solid option. Best pancake! The place has a laid back fill and it seemed everyone knows everyone on my Monday morning visit. Will be back soon.

Excellent food. I had a French dip sandwich on an eight inch bun. Friendliest people around!read more

A must stop for both dinner and Southern breakfast enthusiasts…read more On my way home from Charlotte, I used Yelp to find me a classic diner to start my day off right. I choose the Crack of Dawn Diner in Concord. I am so glad I did. Crack of Dawn Diner is the real thing--a local Concord breakfast-and-lunch spot serving traditional Southern fare at reasonable prices. The menu caters to local tastes, the dining room is filled with regulars, and the atmosphere is comfortable rather than trendy. Parking is somewhat limited. The private lot surrounding the restaurant was fully used so I parked in the lot next door that had signs that said private property, but it looked like other patrons were parking there also so I took the chance. As it turns out, it was safe to park there. The entrance is very welcoming, as well as the staff. Amanda was my very efficient and nice waitress. There is great teamwork here, and Amanda was well supported by, I believe, the owner who ran my food out and talked a bit with me. The menu is fascinating. A distinctly North Carolina menu. Several things jumped out: * Breakfast special for $6.59 weekdays * Breakfast plates mostly under $12 * Grits included as a side option * Livermush available * City ham and country ham both offered * Pork chops available for breakfast I ordered the country-fried steak with white gravy (essentially chicken-fried steak), along with two sunny-side-up eggs, perfectly prepared grits, a large buttermilk biscuit, and a delicious diner coffee. The restaurant occupies a stand-alone building with a warm, "come on in and rest a spell" atmosphere. Inside, you'll find counter seating, an open kitchen, and tables throughout the dining room. I chose a seat by the window overlooking the parking area. This was a great breakfast, that was reasonably priced, in a great atmosphere, with very nice people. It stuck to both my mind and ribs all day long. After breakfast, I continued on to downtown Concord and spent some time exploring one of North Carolina's most charming revitalized downtown districts. The breakfast was the perfect start to the morning. Crack of Dawn Diner has earned a spot on my repeat list whenever my travels take me through the Charlotte-Concord area.

If you like bland and straight from the chef store ordering, this is the place for you. I ordered a…read morelazy nacho salad thinking it would be like a taco salad, well it was canned unseasoned corn, 8 overly fried tortilla chips, dry preshredded cheese, thick cut lettuce but the white parts, and chili which was alright but could have also been from a can. I also ordered a side of green beans, they were also straight from the can. I also received a sweet tea, which was good but also how do you mess that up? And the kicker, $18 for that... should have stayed home. I was really hopeful for this place but after trying it twice and it was just as bland, I unfortunately will not be back.

Came by for a quick lunch and the food was amazing. My server was Kyla, she was excellent and very…read moresweet. Will come again.

This diner was an awesome Yelp choice. Old school look with amazing service and food…read more My eggs were fluffy as well as my pancakes. The chicken wings were huge, fried just right and juicy. Kudos to the chef. Only negative is they offer a whipped spread instead of real butter. Delicious pancakes deserve good butter. I asked for real butter and all they had was honey butter. Do not sleep on asking for it. While it still spread, the honey makes it much better.

Very welcoming, atmosphere and helpful staff! They had plenty of gluten-free options, and the…read moreavocado breakfast bowl was amazing mostly because of the hollandaise sauce! I always order it on the side because so many restaurants use packages, but this had the mouth feel of something made from actual butter and eggs! My husband had the fried chicken Benedict and tried their sausage gravy and patties- he said it was all good!

This seems to be a staple for the community. I have eaten her three times and each time the…read moreexperience with the food is just okay. The service each time is always great. You are greeted with a hello and the waitress/waiter are attentive. The ambiance is one of a diner. Will definitely come back and keep trying various entrees.

Best meal I've had in a long time. The food tastes like you imagine it to. No disappointment here…read more Both my boyfriend and I were stuffing our faces with our breakfast. Incredible. We sat at the bar and could watch them making all the food from scratch, doing a great job. Server was sweet. Would give 6 stars if I could. Little pricey.. We will certainly be back!!!

Very underwhelming. My reviews on breakfast places is always can I make a better simple breakfast…read moreat home? It's so expensive to eat out, I really want it to be worth it. This was not. I got the corn beef hash. No flavor or seasoning. Had to add salt, pepper and hot sauce to give it any semblance of flavor. Tina got the oatmeal. It was fine. No fruit or anything included. When she asked for some on the side, they were "all out".. of fruit..!! Coffee was weak and mediocre. Service was ok. Love the atmosphere and outdoor seating. Such a cute breakfast place and that's why they'll always be busy, but I wish we spent our money somewhere else. Oh and $4.00 per coffee. That's insane

I was in the area and decided to grab a quick bite. I was pretty hungry when I arrived for a late…read morebreakfast (10:15 am). The restaurant had a good number of patrons, with about four tables available. I ordered, and my food came out in less than 10 minutes. I thoroughly enjoyed the eggs, the tea, and the pancake. The bacon was thin and overcooked. I ate it, of course, but I will not order it should I return for breakfast. Service was quick and cordial. When I left around 10:40 am, there were a few people waiting for tables.

Hate writing lukewarm reviews…read more Lovely servers and predictable menu in a strip mall breakfast/lunch spot. But the rest was sort of a bust. Once to food came it was ok...but not worthy of the 4/5 stars that others have offered or the ranking as a great brunch place. She had a special with poached eggs, sausage, and one slice of French toast. Sausage seemed like it might have been fresh from a supermarket frozen package. French toast came super late. My omelet and biscuit were good enough (but not hot enough...did they sit around waiting to be expedited...short servers?). As for the grits. They ran out. How does a breakfast place in NC run out? They finally came after I had finished the omelet. Sigh. THEN the single slice of lukewarm French toast came. After the grits. After she was long finished with her eggs. It WAS delicious though. Perhaps an off day? Happens. Again, servers were delightfully polite. But food was only average, and the kitchen...well...read above...

Went for Breakfast a long time ago and not sure why I have not been back but so far, I've been…read moretwice this week. I was in Lincolnton earlier this week because Bean Brothers across the street had road salt and I needed to get the ice off of my driveway. Picked up a 50 lb bag and another later on in the week. Each time I ate across the street at Lincoln Cafe and each time I had the Country Breakfast. Each time was closer to noon but the serve Breakfast all day. Place was very busy, but service was great and efficient, and they kept the restaurant moving. A County Breakfast or at least for me was 2 eggs, Pork Chop, they have other options as well), Hashbrown and Biscuit. Ordered Black Coffee and it was nice and fresh and no hint of being burned. A bit out of the way but still only like a mile from the Court House Square. Next time I'm going to explore the menu more and try some other items. I would have no problem recommending this place to anyone looking for a great way to start the day.

We had to be in the area early for an early morning appointment. Searched Yelp for breakfast…read moreoptions and Lincoln Cafe popped up. What a friendly little country café with excellent breakfast. Add rice and gravy as a breakfast side and folks we definitely have a winner. I will return just to have rice and gravy with my breakfast! I recommend.