Slow service, the tables weren't cleaned and it took forever. Zero sense of urgency. The food was…read moredecent.

Wonderful place. The food is great and the prices are reasonable. Couldn't ask for better…read moreservice. The employees are very friendly. My favorite place to eat. My club has meetings there. It's really comfortable. If you haven't tried it, you are missing out.

Lunch at Woody's Diner: A Buckeye Superfan's Dream…read more If heaven has a diner, it needs to be like Woody's--otherwise, I don't want to go. As a lifelong Ohio State fan, walking into this place felt less like lunch and more like stepping straight into Buckeye Heaven. Every inch of the diner is drenched in scarlet and gray pride--autographed photos, jerseys worn by real players, helmets, and memorabilia that makes you want to stand up and belt out "Carmen Ohio." I knew before even cracking the menu: I was home. Our server, Grace, was all smiles and Buckeye spirit. She gave us the rundown--Woody's has been serving up Buckeye-influenced eats for about 15 years. And it shows. The burgers aren't just burgers here--they're tributes, each named after coaches, players, or football legends. Picking one felt like draft day. Grace recommended the Dustin Burger, named after former Buckeye great Dustin Fox. Now, I'll admit--when I heard "peanut butter on a burger," my first reaction was the same as when Michigan wins a game: complete disbelief. But I trusted Grace. And let me tell you... this was no trick play. This half-pound beauty came stacked with peanut butter, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a fried egg. It sounds strange, but somehow the combo worked like a perfectly executed Flea Flicker. The bun was grilled, the burger cooked to a juicy medium rare, and by the second bite I needed a stack of napkins big enough to block a defensive line. My wife went with the Tailgate Burger--a powerhouse with house-made BBQ sauce, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, Miracle Whip, and onion straws. Cooked to medium well, it was sweet, tangy, and messy enough to require its own offensive coordinator. She said it was delicious--though maybe a little too "sloppy touchdown celebration" for her liking. And get this--burgers are just the start. The menu is huge, with pizzas, sandwiches, and even big entrees like grilled steak and pork chops. But honestly, when the burgers are this good, I don't know if I could ever call another play. So here's my verdict: Woody's Diner = Buckeye pride + killer burgers + friendly staff = one unforgettable lunch. If you're a Buckeye fan, or just a burger fan, or hey, even if you're that rare soul who just likes food with personality--high tail it to Woody's. Trust me, it's worth it. Until next time, I'm Brian -- and remember to Take the Trip! (And yes, I may have sung the Ohio State fight song all the way home. My wife can confirm.)

Today we stopped here to have lunch. It's located near Indian Lake in Russell's Point, Ohio. The…read morediner is all decked out in Ohio State Football memorabilia. Our server Grace was very nice and gave my husband some recommendations on what burgers to try. I had the tailgaters burger. It came with sweet BBQ sauce, miracle whip, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and crisp onion straws and a very large side of handcut fries for $14.99. It was a very large burger. It was cooked well and tasted very good. The restaurant was fairly busy for a Wed afternoon.

Great food, great service. Small "hole in the wall" but totally worth it! Would drop back in if…read moreever in the area!

Great quick and cheap breakfast. No fancy fluffy stuff just good old breakfast. Omelettes, biscuits…read moreand gravy, eggs, toast, bacon

I've been visiting Tipp City for the past ten years to see my in‑laws, and every trip we make our…read moreusual stops--the Hotel Gallery across the street, Harrison's, the familiar favorites. And for all those years, my wife kept saying, "We really should try Sam & Ethel's." Somehow, this was the first time we finally made it happen--and I'm glad we did. We came in for breakfast the day before heading back home. We arrived around 9 a.m., and here's a tip for first‑timers: call ahead to get on the waitlist. You don't need to be present, and it can save you a little time. We thought we were next, but another couple who had called ahead slipped in before us. It felt a bit unfair in the moment, but honestly, good for them--they used the system the way it's meant to be used. Once seated, everything that followed was exactly what a classic hometown breakfast spot should deliver. The menu is full of comforting options--silver dollar or plate‑size pancakes, buckwheat or regular, with or without pecans, all served with hot syrup. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. I ordered the BELT (Bacon, Egg, Lettuce, Tomato) sandwich, which was excellent. They asked if I wanted cheese and offered several options; I chose cheddar, though it didn't end up on the sandwich. Honestly, it was still great without it. I also tried a silver dollar buckwheat pancake with pecans, and it was fantastic--nutty, warm, and just the right amount of indulgent. The coffee was a little weak for my taste, but that was the only small miss. I also sampled some of my wife's breakfast burrito and my mother‑in‑law's toast and hash browns. The hash browns were especially memorable--you could really taste the potatoes, thicker and less fried than what you'd find at a Waffle House. The buttered toast was excellent too, simple but done perfectly. And I have to mention our host, who delivered one of the funniest, most unexpected lines of the morning. She walked up and said, "Can I hit anyone up..." then paused just long enough for me to wonder what was coming next, before finishing with, "...with coffee." I was briefly alarmed, then immediately reassured--and I couldn't help but laugh. It was such a genuine, human moment that added to the charm of the place. Everyone at our table enjoyed their breakfast, and the wait--especially for a Saturday morning--was surprisingly reasonable. My father‑in‑law picked up the check, which was a thoughtful way to end a really pleasant meal. After a decade of visiting Tipp City, I'm glad we finally made it to Sam & Ethel's. It's easy to see why it's a local favorite, and it's definitely earned a spot on our regular rotation from now on.

Great food, kind waitstaff. Location is very small and waitresses are over worked. It takes a while…read moreto get a seat and get a waitress to take your order because there are not many waitresses. Took a while to get a table, get the table cleaned off and get a menu due to being under staffed. Once the waitress came to our table everything was wonderful. Very kind, helpful, knowledgeable server. Our food came out quickly and perfectly. We both ordered the skillet. It was incredible. One of the best breakfast dishes I've had in a long time. Well prepared, delicious ingredients to make an incredibly delightful dish. The breakfast skillet was so good. The hashbrowns were perfectly cooked. The sausage gravy was flavorful and delicious. The bacon was crisp and was the perfect flavor addition. My eggs were cooked perfectly (I asked for basted-they were perfect!) Everything was incredible. The biscuits were so good. A little underdone but perhaps the was on purpose? They were really good. My son added pancakes to his order. They looked a little overly done, but tasted good. Portion size was huge. Ambiance was very mom and pop shop---very close quarters. Only one small restroom. Great restaurant with excellent food!!! Just know what you're getting into. Probably not very handicapped accessible due to stairs and small restroom and tight quarters, but delicious food with kind waitstaff. Go for the food, not the ambience.

Delicious home cooked meals! Great service and staff! Love the owner Holly! Cheap prices with…read moreamazing food.

What a nice little Cafe. Clean, well kept, nice staff and good food. I had a the best Cajun pork…read moretenderloins sandwich that I have ever had. The onions ring were good too. Place is reasonable priced. This is where the locals eat.

My husband and I are from Las Vegas and love to dine at Mom and Pop type establishments. We found…read morethis restaurant, and for the last four years we make it a point to dine here. The food is amazing and very reasonably priced. Excellent service with a very country atmosphere.

Not very clean. Needed a good scrub down to the whole restaurant. More of a old establishmentread more

Who would have thought? I understood when I went that I was going to try their famous BBQ Bacon…read morecheeseburger. The standard is a 1/2 # patty, but there was no way. We got the 1/4 # burger and their big accompaniment of fries. Good fries! Perfect fries! Back to the burger - fully dressed. You could tell that even the pickle is specific to that burger. I want to locate their bacon - really great, real-deal hickory smoked and crisp. And Don's own BBQ sauce is great. The burger is smashed and perfectly griddled. Bellefountaine - location of a great burger!

Everything is so good here! Got the bacon blue burger and it tastes amazing just the right amount…read moreof bacon and blue cheese. Also got a chocolate malt milk shake and it was the best I've had in a very long time! Service was super quick and super friendly! Definitely the place to go if you're craving a juciey burger

When you first pull up to this place, the curb appeal is low, but don't let that scare you go…read moreinside grab a table the food and the ambience is over the top. I give this well over 10 stars. It's a must try place.

The Hungry Man!!! We Love this place, it's terrific Family home cooking, It is CASH ONLY just an FYIread more

Lulu's Diner is a fantastic small chain located in Lima, OH. Great place to eat, my family…read moreespecially loves coming to have some great breakfast. We came to this one recently because it was the closest to some errands we were doing. The place is a bit small, expect to wait a bit if you come on a weekend for breakfast. The staff, though works hard so it wont be a long time. As stated, the service is excellent, the wait staff is friendly. We absolutely love the food here, I especially love their Eggs Benedict! It is done incredibly well here! I would certainly recommend having breakfast at Lulu's!

Good place. I've been here a few times and the food is always good , prices fair, atmosphere ok…read morethough when they get super busy it can be a hassle. They also have healthy options too!!