Way back in the day (2003) I worked for OCHD as their immunization tracker & would accompany our…read moreimmunization nurse to the middle schools for Hep B & Tetanus shots to 6th graders. The best part about those outreach clinics was lunch with the school nurses. It's how I found all the locals places. Yana's was our Swansboro go to and despite moving away in 2011 and just now going back, the food was just as delicious today as it was then. And everyone who has dined repeatedly at a favorite place knows things rarely stay (or taste) the same. Bestie & hit Yana's shortly after 11 this beautiful Saturday morning and even though there were 4 parties ahead of us, we barely waited 15 minutes. I've had alot of the items on the menu during those outreaches (and with family) and never had anything I didn't enjoy but today, I went with breakfast of a western omelet (minus the sausage & tomato) with hashbrowns (home fries) and toast. My omelet had fresh green peppers, perfectly cooked, griddle bacon and cheesy cheese. I just wanted to keep eating but I was getting full. Bestie & I also had a combination order of banana & apple fritters. My food was just as I remembered-DEEEEELICIOUS! And our fritters just makes me want to go back in a few days to see if they have strawberries in supply. Honestly, I would drive from our new home in Richlands down to S'boro every weekend if hubby would let me lol. If you decide to dine here & are put off by the wait, don't be. Get on the wait list & do a little shopping. You won't regret it. Ps, omelet didn't last long enough for a pic!

Fun old school type diner vibes place where a group of 5 enjoyed breakfast while visiting the…read morebeach. Lucked out coming in at a tine with no wait and got seated immediately. I enjoyed my chicken salad and French fries and really enjoyed the flavor of my chicken salad. Husband had a chili cheese omelette with fried potatoes and also enjoyed his breakfast. We also tried their strawberry fritters and they were delicious! Glad we tried them! Our server was very friendly and made sure we had all that we needed. Love the fun old school Elvis decor!

Philly cheese steak is great. Pancakes and French toast are…read morefamily favorites. Burgers and Chicken sandwiches are huge and delicious!

Stopped in by chance and had an excellent breakfast with friendly servers. Food was very tasty.read more

Waited a bit for a table, which is no big deal. But while I was waiting, I was reading their chalk…read moreboards around the cash register. And saw something I really wanted! So, when we got seated, he offered us menus, but I said, "No, I don't need one." Then I placed my order. Which they didn't have. It was WRITTEN IN CHALK! How hard is it to erase CHALK if you're out of something??? Needless to say, that set the tone for this meal. I ordered Biscuits and Gravy with over easy eggs. MEH. I don't remember what hubby had. Would not go back. I believe that before a server says ANYTHING, they should report what they don't have. It was WRITTEN IN CHALK! I remember what hubby had now. He had a salad but he had to remove a large amount of the lettuce from it because it had brown edges.

Mike's in now Mark's!…read more Mark's has diner style food. Good place for breakfast. Just a reasonable place to eat. Saturday and Sunday there's a breakfast buffet with French toast, biscuits and gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, waffles and fruit.

I think most people know this is a fine diner -- my review will just be another one singing the…read moreKettle Diner's praises. Located in a relatively convenient spot from anywhere in the Jacksonville area, the restaurant has lots of room for customers, and so I've often found a table even in some of the traditionally busier times of day. The food and the service are always reliably great. Omelets, pancakes, French toast, and even hash browns (which, in most other diners, along with their fellow traveler in undesirability, grits, are best avoided), are far better than most other diners. A lot of thought, care, and, presumably, serious on-the-job training must go into the food. The efficiency and dependably rigorous quality are not surprising in a military town. If you're visiting from elsewhere, you will be humbled by the atmosphere, at certain times, when the young service members are having meaningful, hushed meals with their beloveds. Thinking of the hard work, brutal training, and potential life-threatening danger that such absurdly young looking people are enduring will make your worries about mice in the garage, smudged eyeglasses, and forgetting your travel pillow feel awfully insignificant and trivial. Unless you're a fleshly flaneur like me, in which case, a travel pillow and a heating blanket, are still pretty nice. Service is fast and just the right amount of attentive and friendly. On my most recent visit, Elaina was particular kind and efficient.

This is our first time back at the Kettle since returning to OC last September and it is just as I…read moreremember: tasty, down home cooking and friendly folks. I asked our very helpful and sweet server Jersey if she had only 2 choices with one being chicken fried chicken or the daily special Taco Salad, which would she go with and she said the taco salad. So, that's what I ordered. It was very tasty, loaded with 2 types of cheese a side of Jalapeño (which I gave to hubby) alot of fresh tomatoes and lettuce, a side of salsa and sour cream served in a somewhat crispy tortilla shell. And the shell is the only reason for a 4 star vs 5, the shell wasn't as light and crispy as I like it. It tasted as if they fried it several hours ago and honestly, I get why they did it that way as it saves time but the shell just left me disappointed. Hubby ordered a patty melt with fries. We came into town to scope out the Jacksonville Landing for future bass fishing mornings and when I told him we were stopping in here for lunch he already knew he was having the melt. I mean, he thought about it for 90 minutes lol. I've had their melts before and it is yummy. I think though the fries were the star on his plate. They were crispy on the outside and pillowy on the inside and topped with something akin to Old Bay Seasoning. And they were HOT! Y'all, i mean, they're only fries but rhey were PERFECT! I am seriously alreasy looking forward to our 1st fishing adventure just so we can have lunch at the Kettle once we've caught all the bass. Jersey was quite attentive, but not hovering and warm friendly like only you'll find in the south. Oh, bestie told me to get the chocolate torte because she said, literally, "it's life altering." However, I forgot to so, just another thing for me to enjoy after our initial fishing trip. In some ways, you can go home again.

I have lived here 27 years and I know this place has been here for awhile and I remember going in…read moreit maybe ten years ago but a friend told me about their burgers so I joined them one evening. Wow! Great food but the milkshake was even better. They use fresh berries and the price is excellent compared to the fast food milkshakes. Staff was friendly and attentive. The shop was clean. Because this place is kind of hidden and off the main road you just don't notice it. But I will remember this place in the future when I want a good old fashion hamburger or cheesesteak and milkshake. I got the big jalapeno jack cheesesteak for $8 and strawberry milkshake $2.59. Great deal. My friends got the burger which I tasted and it was good. But I really liked the cheesesteak. Tender meat and lots of cheese. We also got onion rings for the table. Yummy.

Food is MMM my GOD it's good,the waiter was carrying so much, ABSOLUTE W FOR THAT, I like the 1950s…read morelike interior.

I've frequented Sandridge over the years and have always had a solid breakfast every time I stop…read morein. I usually have a coffee with Bacon & Eggs breakfast. The bacon of late has been nice thick cut style, and the eggs have been coming out on point. The staff is chill and the inside is spacious with ample seating. Good breakfast spot!

Ordered to go. This place serves a great meal, all of the vegetables were fresh and it was a…read moresplendid quick bite.

Eileen and I went to Preston's Corner yesterday for lunch and were both pleasantly surprised at the…read moreselection and the quality of the meal. I cannot say enough good comments about our server Ashleigh as she was exceptional with an amazing attitude, providing excellent service, enchanting smile and conversation. Truly a great restaurant and superior staff. We will return, even if the food had been so-so, she went above and beyond regular service. ;-)

What a delicious lunch!…read more The waitress was very attentive but not overly...I split the Corner Burger with Steak Fries and it was so good I forgot to get a picture until I was down to the last bite! The steak fries were very big and my husband loved them, I prefer a thinner fry, they were good though! I also ordered a side of the brussel sprouts which were sooo good. I love roasted brussel sprouts. Great selection of cocktails and mocktails. Originally we went to the Back Bar and then learned it opens at 4pm. They have love music on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. I plan to come back!

This place is amazing!! Great food, great bbq, and great service! Drove down the way to get some…read moregood North Carolina BBQ at a local spot. The place is inviting and definitely a Red Barn right by the water. the owners are friendly and proud of their work, as they should be! I've had the Pulled Pork, Sliced Turkey, Rib Tips, and Brisket! All juicy, tender, and fantastic. Great spot to sit back, relax, and enjoy some good NC bbq food. Thanks so much for having me!

Food was hot and fresh well seasoned. Service was amazing like coming home to see family. The…read moreambiance was very comfortable. We were a party of 7 with plenty of different options of food. Pics below. We had nothing that wasn't good and big portions.

Happy St Patrick's Day! Service was outstanding. Had elderly…read moreparents with us and the staff acknowledged and engaged with them. had them all laughing and smiling Specials for dinner were known as my comfort foods when I was younger. Shepherds Pie was wonderful and the Corn beef and cabbage had extra special flavor. Great job Chef! What beautiful scenery of the inter coastal water, and warmth of the sun in the background. You all made it extra special and we definitely will be returning for our next monthly gathering.

Haven't been here for year so decided I wanted to get Eggrolls ($12 for three). Disappointed. Not…read moresure what they have done differently but they were greasy and the outside texture was different. The inside flavors were still good and the sauce yummy, just the shell was not pleasant. Five stars to Breyanna... she was friendly and cheerful. She checked in on us several times. What I did notice is that she had to be a bartender and a waitress so she was not there when I did want something. I would like to suggest that the host/hostess (who was not busy) should be checking around to see if customers need anything when wait staff is short handed. He could have easily filled my glass with water or could have told Breyanna we were ready for out ticket. The property owner needs to change the parking signs to let us know that we can also park where the Looking Glass used to be.

Definitely try their Dutch Potatoes!! 10/10 !! The staff are very kind as well. Always clean,…read morealways wholesome.

Food is good as always. Had a little hiccup with the wait-list but management immediately fixed the…read moresituation.