I have only had breakfast food here but it's delicious. I have a hard time spending a lot of money on breakfast food but Anita's is worth it! Great food and friendly staff. Their biscuits and gravy are amazing, along with their omelettes. read more

The breakfast there is to DIE for. Staff super friendly and the food comes out very fast for how busy it can be at times.

We stopped in I did the famous breaded tenderloin she got the meatloaf dinner definitely will be back everything was succulent and theyare getting close to 30,000 breaded tenderloin sold we will be back because it's what we do check 1-2 read more

Anita's Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pendleton, Indiana

Stopped in for lunch today and omg this place is so good!! It's good homemade cooking and you will definitely leave with a full belly. I had the chicken salad on 7 grain bread and it was absolutely delicious. The homemade gourmet chips are fantastic. Usually I never get dessert when I'm out for lunch but I was watching the homemade pie board and one by one the pies were disappearing so I had to try one. I got the Washington cream pie and it was so good reminded me of a sugar cream but not as sweet. The crust was absolutely delicious and flaky. If you are in the Pendleton area you need to stop in and try this little gem. You will not be disappointed. read more

Today was our first visit to Anita's and we will be back! I took my kids (age 7 and 5) and the waitress was great with them. They loved their pancakes with bacon and my sampler (2 eggs, bacon, potatoes, biscuit and gravy, and toast) was beyond filling and delicious. The bacon was crispy and perfect (my kids each stole a piece). My 7 year old commented "the service was great too" as we were driving away. I had to have her repeat because she's never complimented the service anywhere before. Great job, Anita and team! read more

My parents and I were on our way to Indy from Muncie and we wanted to have breakfast on the way there. So I hopped on Yelp to see what I could find. Anita's already had several good reviews, so we opted to try it. I am so glad that we did. It was a Saturday morning around 9 am and it was busy. We were able to get a table right away, but after us people had to wait 10 minutes for a space to open up. The staff were so wonderful and friendly. Coffee refills were abundant even though the place was busy our food came out and was delicious. I highly recommend the waffles. My dad got the biscuits and gravy, which was very popular. My mom got a custom omelette and it was perfect. I HIGHLY recommend Anita's Kitchen as a great place to have breakfast or lunch. read more

Great service, awesome coffee, and the biggest pancakes I've ever had! Cheap prices for quality food. The atmosphere is nice, like a cute old fashioned diner. This is my new breakfast place. read more

Anita's Diner - Yummo!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pendleton, Indiana

This is a true gem. Anitas kitchen was recommended By patient that I was seeing. We decided, what the heck let's go. We were pleasantly amazed at the quick seating despite how crowded it was. My coworker and I Decided to split two entrées so we can try to things. The servings were Enormous. The food was great. The price was reasonable. I would highly recommend going. read more

Be hungry as the Tenderloins are homemade heaven. So huge you may need to take 1/2 home. Friendly, clean, and hometown greatness right here! Anita's crew is the best around these parts! Service with a smile. read more

Anita's Diner - A place for locals to meet new friends, or to bump into old friends. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pendleton, Indiana

Great Breakfast! Have been here twice and each time was treated good and the food was great!

I really like this place. Great homemade food, great prices, nice people. And it's clean and looks nice. There were a lot of local folks there, and if this place was near our house, we'd go there all the time. All the breakfast food that the people around us were ordering really looked good, but my wife and I each got a pork tenderloin sandwich, which they hand-bread. It was very good, and the lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles were crispy, and it was huge, but the breading was a little thick. My wife cut hers in half and got a box for the rest, and I ditched the bun halfway through and finished mine with a knife and fork. I had a cup of homemade chili too, and it was very good. Next time we go there, we're going to get one sandwich and split it, and then get some homemade pie. One thing we thought was pretty cool was that none of the plates or coffee cups matched. read more

It's just ok. Last time I was there I had a chef salad which didn't stand out and actually was rather bland.

I love this place! The moment you walk in, you can smell the food, and It smells amazing. The walls have pictures of the town from years ago that show old events and buildings, and it gives you a great feel of Pendleton. Serving was swift and Anita is very kind and would be happy to talk to you! The food tastes incredible as well. There is also not too much, not too little food to order from the menu. I strongly suggest eating your breakfast here!! read more

It's a Great little restaurant. Great food with Good prices. I've eaten there for breakfast and lunch and have n vet been disappointed.

Great food, great atmosphere and especially great service. The best tenderloin you can ever eat out!

This is our favorite spot to eat a good meal. We don't get to as often as we would like since they close at 2! But if your in the area and need a good meal I highly recommend Anita's! read more

Anita's Kitchen was A-ok - we happened to be in town for a wedding and went for breakfast. The menu was filled with the regular breakfast fare and the restaurant was run by a friendly staff! The food was good and our coffee cups stayed full thanks to an attentive waitress! This is the perfect place to go and hang out with the locals...the place was busy and obviously well liked based on the number of people in this small town restaurant! If ever back in the area, we would return for another visit...we've heard they have a great breaded tenderloin for lunch! read more

We decided to give this new restaurant in Pendleton a try...what a great find! The hand breaded tenderloin practically covered the plate and were not talking about a beat thin piece of meat. It was thick and juicy and the side of seasoned fries were a great compliment to the meal. I had "Al's Big Breakfast" which included 2 eggs, choice of breakfast meat, hash browns, toast and a 1/2 order of biscuits an gravy. . . Hot and tasty! If you are in the area, I would highly recommend that you stop in and give Anita's a try. You'll become a fan! read more

Since my last review was removed I'll go ahead and post another one. The food was ok. I never stayed and ate in the restaurant because I was made very uncomfortable upon entry. I walked in a couple times and was stared at. Eyes followed me every step I made. It was very awkward. From that point on I only got to go orders and they too were ok. I stopped wasting my money there when I realized how terrible the owners were. And based on the fact my original review was removed, the pettiness continues. I still will not spend money at a place that mistreats anyone for any reason read more

My S.O. And I stopped in a few months back for a late breakfast. To our surprise, they were closing soon; however, had we not read the sign, we would have never known. They seated us and told us to relax and take our time ordering, especially being our first time. I was super impressed with how welcoming they were to us. That is nearly unheard of in the food industry, especially when it's "closing time". The decor is so cute and very "country charm". It is somewhat small but the layout/seating is comfortable and spacious. The Biscuits and Gravy were pretty good, gravy was a little thicker than my preference (I like mine to be similar to the consistency of heavy cream); the fried potatoes (sliced), eggs, and toast that we ordered with it were as expected and delicious. The bacon was a little over cooked. The gals that work here make this place! Their positive vibes and smiling faces are contagious! Great place to have a "traditional country" breakfast that still has great flavor - without - you having to be the one to cook it or breaking the bank! :) read more

This is in response to Dawn! We must be eating at different Anita's Kitchen's! I frequent this place at least once a week, and have never experience any of what you have described. My servers are always prompt when I sit down. How long did you wait? 2-3 minutes? Was the woman "sitting down chatting" maybe taking an order? I know sometimes the waitresses do that. Especially if they know a customer well. Or was it Anita herself, displaying great hospitality? The girl asked for your order before you even had drinks? That seems highly unlikely. I think the Corelle plates are cute! What's so wrong with them? Did the waitresses offer to fix your food??? I know they've done that for me before when something wasn't cooked properly. I hardly think shorts in 90 degree July heat are inappropriate. And how do "fat rolls" effect your dining experience?? How is $6 for a cheeseburger hellish? Maybe at McDonald's! But not when your burger is 1/4 lb and fresh. I KNOW the cashier asked how your food was! It was either Anita herself or the lovely, kind gal they have on the weekends. Both make it a priority to ensure customers are happy. How was your waitress rude? So rude she didn't even deserve a 10% tip? Did she bring you what you ordered and keep your drink full? Then she deserves at least 10%. You should only stiff a waitress if she flat out insults you. What was stinky??? The coffee or the tenderloins? I suggest on your next trip you try a club, or a hand breaded tenderloin! If something isn't right, I am SURE your waitress will fix it, if you can get past the fat rolls that is. read more

If you are looking for home style cooking and fresh breakfast choices, then you should try Anita's Kitchen our.

After seeing Dawn's review, I was a little hesitant to have lunch here today. However, after reading the other 30 fantastic reviews, I decided to go ahead and give it a shot. Anita's is well lit, very cute and clean, and smells like home cooking. Three different waitresses made eye contact with me and smiled at me as we made our way to an empty table, and within twenty seconds another waitress appeared to wipe the table of any missed crumbs. She brought us menus and silverware, and told us our server would be with us shortly. Our waitress, too, was sitting at another table, taking their order (imagine that) and told us she'd be with us in just a second. She laughed with the table, finished writing down orders and headed our way. Not once did I feel neglected or forgotten. I ordered a cheeseburger, like Dawn, to see if perhaps it was just an off day for the kitchen. Bun, chips, and all. Less than ten minutes later my burger was placed in front of me on a cute and clean plate. The burger was cooked perfectly, juicy, and delicious. The bun was thick, but wasn't dry or tasteless. My server, dressed in shorts and a tshirt, asked several times if the food was satisfactory, and if there was anything she could get us. She seemed busy, not worn out, and always had a smile on her face. I didn't see any fat rolls that abolished my appetite. In fact, all the servers were dressed very appropriately for their job. The only fat rolls that bothered me were my own, but I have great cheeseburgers like those at Anita's to thank for that. The price and quality of food at Anita's is fantastic, and the service I've experienced at downtown restaurants pales in comparison to the hospitality of the staff at Anita's Kitchen. For a cheeseburger and Pepsi, my bill was incredibly reasonable. Fantastic food. Clean, friendly place. Eat here! read more

The friendliness crew in the area. It's like walking into a house with nothing but friends and family. The food is always spot on and reasonably priced. The best part is that they've expanded their hours on Thursday thru Saturday to 8pm. read more

Always amazing! Great food, excellent atmosphere and best of all, first class owners!

Great Breakfast! Have been here twice and each time was treated good and the food was great!

Stopped in for Breakfast with my wife and her uncle and have to say I was really impressed. Her uncle suggested we try out this place as he goes every single morning around 5 AM. I had the bacon, egg, and cheese croissant and it was the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. The bacon was cooked to perfection and the eggs were done perfectly as well. Anita's is a must try if you're in town. I'm looking forward to going back soon. read more

A wonderful quaint, family run, breakfast diner. It's busy every time I visit, and for good reason. The food and service is good and it's all quite cheap. This is my go-to breakfast spot. read more

Anita's has that small town diner cafe that makes it a fun place to go. Be prepared to wait a short bit because they are always busy. You will know why after your visit though. Service is friendly and prompt, menu prices are very reasonable, and food is delicious and fresh. read more

My absolute favorite hometown diner. The staff is amazing from the owners to the servers - truly friendly and down right genuine. The food is delicious too - whether you're looking for breakfast or lunch. And the pies..... my goodness the pies are beyond delicious. If there's honey bun cake in the pie case, that's definitely worth the spurge!! read more

Great breakfast! The portions and prices at spot on! Friendly staff! I like the French Toast!

My friend and I "discovered" Anita's on a little toad trip. This little gem is well-known by locals and we weren't even seated before people started sharing their favorite dishes with us. We waited about 10 minutes before being seated, but what we saw was a place where you felt at home from the get-go! The menu of lunch and breakfast option was comfort food and included many selections I had not seen in awhile. We watched server continue go beyond for their customers. Seeing one cut up an entire meal for an elderly single diner melted my heart. We left with slices of pie to go and will plan to find our way back again soon. read more

On our way to Louisville early in the morning - a PERFECT place to stop for breakfast! Good home cooking, friendly service - obviously, a local venue! My hash and eggs was delicious, as was my husband's fried potatoes and eggs. Really good 7grain toast! Frequent coffee refills...honestly, the people were the best part - so kind, good spirits! I'd go back just to visit! Plus, I want some of that good lookin' pie! read more

Great service, friendly welcoming staff and owner. We had two days of breakfast with 12+ people during busy times and they didn't miss a beat. read more

Hands down, they have the best breaded tenderloin sandwich in the area! I won't order one anywhere else now because they never are as good as Anita's! read more

Without a doubt, one of the most wonderful dining experiences I've had in a long time! My server, Donavon, was absolutely delightful. She was informative and very pleasant. I had a cheese burger that was cooked to perfection! Not greasy or over cooked - just right. The banana cheesecake was wonderful as well. Full of flavor and a large serving. I am in the Pendleton area several times a year, and Anita's Kitchen will definitely be on my "return" list! read more

Excellent breakfast food!! Homemade corned beef hash was delicious, as was everything else. The staff was also very friendly and attentive. If you are looking for great, traditional diner food, you should come to Anita's Kitchen! I will definitely be back. read more

Average diner food. Stopped here while passing through based on rave reviews on Yelp. Not worth the trip off the freeway. Obviously canned gravy, boxed mashed potatoes, canned mushrooms in omelet no seasoning in anything. Breaded tenderloin was pretty good. Hash browns and stuffed pepper soup were good. Seems like a place where food quality varies a great deal. It was low priced so that helped make up for food being so-so. And server was friendly. read more

I had breakfast with family. Everything was great. I had the build your own omelet, and it was awesome. Service was fast, the place was packed. Would eat here anytime. read more

Great food, great service, kitchy dinnerware...Corelle plates and cute utensils! Breakfast is made to order and I recommend the Tenderloin for lunch. And my favorite is the Frank's Hot Sauce!! The owners know everyone by name!! Wonderful hometown feel! read more