Classic Diner food & a classic diner feel. Nothing special, but everything hit the spot and came…read moreout exactly as expected! Very nice people and good service as well.

We just moved to the area from NJ and we're excited to find a classic diner. Sadly we were…read moredisappointed. The server was wonderful, especially considering she was cashier, server, and food runner. We waited over 30 minutes for our food - an omelet, sausage, and home fries and toast for one of us and 2 eggs over easy with bacon and homefries with biscuit for the other. When it arrived we got a runny egg omelet, hard burnt sausage, two well done eggs and biscuit was a bit dry. The potatoes and bacon were the only items that were good. Oh well, still on the hunt for a good diner I guess.

What a cute place. You would blink and miss it on the road but the food was delicious and nice to…read moreeat some food outside of the house. It was freshly made and came very quickly.

We were greeted right away and ordered at the bar because we were in a rush. We ordered and the…read moreservice was so quick the ladies were very kind. I loved their cute outfits. My boyfriend orders shirt and grits which he said were amazing! And I order front toast I love that they had turkey option. I'll go whenever I'm back in tow.n.

Amazing food using the freshest ingredients. I didn't realize you could get Michelin quality food…read morein a small town like Southern Pines! We did have to wait on a seat but just meandered around a few stores on the same strip and before we knew it, the wait was over. The bar and all tables were bustling with tourists and locals. I had an egg white frittata bursting with roasted tomatoes and goat cheese topped with arugula. My husband had a huge salad and added perfectly cooked grilled shrimp. He loved the house-made dressing that came with it. Cannot recommend this place enough.

Really cute and busy breakfast/brunch spot. Went to brunch on a Sunday, it was already busy…read more Service is very attentive and so nice. Many families with kids and just an all around wholesome restaurant. The food was so savory and an abundance of it. Music plays low in background, but conversations drown it. By the time we left, there was a line and wait list to get in. I would definitely come back.

Great service , delicious food, comfortable booth and fun vibe. I had the mimosa flight. Very fun…read moreand they all tasted great. Orange, pineapple, strawberry, cranberry. Then I had the avocado toast with everything except the eggs. It was delicious. Especially the feta cheese. Daughter had the burger and fries and loved it. We will certainly return.

Metro Diner is extremely popular. You have to be brave to gone here on a weekend as the wait can…read moreexceed an hour. We decided to wait it out one day after a previously failed attempt. The menu is large and varied. I wanted both fried chicken and traditional breakfast food and they were able to accommodate both. The food comes out fast, so they are able to move people in and out fairly quickly. The pancakes are huge but good. I would definitely come back, but on a weekday.

Four-Star Review - Metro Diner…read more Metro Diner offers an impressive variety of menu choices that make it easy for almost anyone to find something they will enjoy. From the moment the meal began, it was clear the restaurant focuses on hearty portions, classic comfort flavors, and a welcoming dining experience. The appetizers were a strong start. They were served hot, fresh, and well prepared. Each item had a satisfying texture and balanced seasoning. The presentation was simple yet appealing, and the portions were generous enough to share. These starters set a positive tone for the rest of the meal and showed consistency in kitchen execution. Moving into the main entrées, the variety truly stood out. The menu offers a wide range of comfort favorites, breakfast options, and traditional diner classics. Every entrée ordered at the table was flavorful, filling, and cooked as expected. The ingredients tasted fresh, and the meals were served in portions that reflected good value. From savory dishes to more traditional homestyle selections, there was a sense of care in preparation and attention to taste. Another positive aspect was the overall atmosphere. Metro Diner has a relaxed and comfortable setting that makes it suitable for families, friends, or casual business meetings. Service was attentive and friendly, helping create a smooth dining experience from start to finish. Overall, Metro Diner earns a solid four-star rating for its wide menu variety, consistent food quality, and satisfying comfort-style meals. It is a dependable place to enjoy a good meal with plenty of choices for different tastes.

Local diner that just has great food & homely vibes. Went on a Saturday for breakfast and it was…read morepacked. We had to wait about 30 minutes, so we knew this place had to be popular for a good reason. Menu was diverse, mostly breakfast options, but got some brunch/lunch options as well. I got the traditional eggs, potatoes, bacon, and waffle combo. I thought the waffle was soft and had great flavor to it. Wasn't like those you taste at Waffle House or IHOP. The seasoning on the other entrees weren't bad, not overly salted, and it just felt like homely cooked breakfast food. I can see why a lot of people are fond of this place & why it's always so packed! Definitely will be back next time I'm in town and if you're from the north and a big diner fan like me, you'll love this place.

Great place to eat!! The food was wonderful!! Their homemade cole slaw , honestly was the best I've…read moreever eaten Their staff are so friendly, too!

Fantastic service, food came out quick and the waitress was very attentive. We came here for…read morebreakfast and it was a very pleasant dinning experience. The western omelette was the best omelette I ever ordered at a diner. My husband swore that the biscuits with sausage gravy was the best he has ever tasted. Even the home fries were good and so was the coffee. The ambiance is family friendly too.

Coffe was not good. The breakfast was only so so. Not worth going out of your way for breakfast…read more Staff was very efficient and super friendly. Looks like a locals favorite.

Classic small town charm with some fantastic cooks…read more First visit for breakfast. Home fried potatoes. Best I've had in 10 years and hundreds of breakfasts. Order them. Side pane cake came out hot and fluffy. The batter was so enticing I shared it with my friend. Had too. Only polite thing to do. Renegade Benedict. Was asked how I wanted my egg, the waiter countered my poached with over easy. I accepted. Gravy was fantastic. The sausage gravy was on top of another whole sausage patty. Dare I say sausage on sausage was too much. Biscuit- fluffy and firm. Will be back for a lunchtime or two. Many of the items are home made.

This place is a cornerstone of Goldsboro. No need to look further - if you want breakfast this is…read morethe spot. You're welcome.

I came across Kathy's while searching for some of the best food around Goldsboro, and I'm glad I…read moredid. It's got a classic, old-school feel, the staff is really polite, and the prices are super reasonable. I ordered the Kathy's Special, which was a cool combo of both a waffle and a pancake. Everything came out really fast too, which was a nice bonus.

Went here for breakfast and it was delicious. The food is so good. Very small restaurant which is…read morehard to find in our area sometimes. Our server was very kind and we enjoyed our experience. Definitely a must try in this area.

Took my mom out for breakfast and decided to try Mary Bills after hearing they had some of the best…read morepancakes--and they didn't disappoint! The restaurant was very clean, the staff was attentive, and the coffee was delicious. The pancakes were definitely the highlight and lived up to the hype. The French toast was just okay, nothing that really stood out. Overall, a solid breakfast spot, and I'd give it another try when I'm back in town.

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.