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Cagney's Kitchen

3.7 (145 reviews)
Open • 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Travis T.

The livermush was more delicious than expected and the biscuit was yummy with gravy making it even better. The sunny-side up eggs were also delicious but the grits were just okay. Overall, the livermush is worth trying and the food was good in general despite that the inside looking a bit outdated.

Big flaky biscuit
Deedrah B.

Good portion sizes of food that tastes great. Veggie omelette is chunky. Biscuit is homemade and fresh, big warm and flaky. Service is prompt, and coffee is hot. Nice casual environment for a leisurely breakfast.

Our new leashes and we drove all the way to Hanging Rock on your recommendation.
Lisa G.

Food was ok but our server, dubbed "Flamingo Girl" because of her amazing earrings, was OUTSTANDING. Thank you for the great service and conversation. Very best to you and your little family. I'll think of you when I see my little chunk and also when I watch fall football linebackers.

Soooo much food.
Ann C.

What a find!!! Amazing food, great diner atmosphere and friendly service. Biscuits and gravy are awesome with southern hospitality.

Farmer's omelet with gravy
Mike B.

We came here about 10:30am on a Sunday. We were looking for someplace different to check out and my wife found this place. Cagney's Kitchen is a small chain in the Winston-Salem area consisting of about 10 locations. Some are just Cagney's Kitchens, some are Cagney's Kitchen and Pizzeria and some are Cagney's Kitchen, Pizzeria and BBQ. This location is simply a Cagney's Kitchen. This restaurant is in what I believe is normally a pretty busy area near the hospital. On a Sunday morning, not so much. However, when we arrived it was apparent Cagney's was busy. The parking lot is small, tight and was very close to full but we found a spot. The entry is covered and opens to the dining area and host counter. The inside appears very cramped and dated but everything appears to be clean. We were seated promptly in a small two person booth, provided menus and offered drinks. We checked out the menu which was pretty basic but included about everything you might normally want for breakfast. My wife decided to get the farmers omelet with no cheese, a side of gravy for me and a biscuit. I chose the chicken fried steak and eggs with wheat toast. Our food arrived promptly and looked good and hit the spot. My wife really enjoyed her meal and thought the flavor of the omelet and the flakey biscuit was delicious. The chicken fried steak hit the spot for me as well. If you are looking for a diner type experience this fits the bill, nothing fancy but the food is solid and the prices are right.

French Toast Special
Tori P.

My family has been BIG fans of this Cagney's location for years. They are the classic breakfast diner with consistently great food and service. My favorite is the French Toast breakfast special. It comes with eggs and your choice of meat. It is the perfect size and always cooked to order. If you like biscuits, you'll definitely want to give theirs a try. Also, the coffee is always fresh. The staff at this location is very personable, prompt and attentive. Heads up: 1.) the parking lot can get a little tight. Be sure to check the parking spaces on the side and in the back. 2.) I wouldn't advise a group larger than about 6. It can get a little tight inside.

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Sarah C.

This was my first time at the restaurant, and I showed up 45 minutes before closing on a Friday evening. Despite that, the waitress was very friendly. I felt a little rushed, because she gave the receipt well before I was done, or even half done, but her demeanor was nice. The flounder had a really mild light flavor. It was well done, perfectly cooked. Perhaps just a tad too oily? The joint kind of has an old-school diner feel to it. You know in movies where the staff know all of the people in the small town on a first name basis, and know what they want to order? That's this place. It has an appeal, for sure.

Country Fried Steak and Eggs Platter
Elizabeth P.

Amazing food! Stopped by after a hospital visit. The staff is friendly and they multitask like no other. The place is cozy and homey. I recommend trying it out. We had breakfast but the lunch and dinner menu sound very yummy. I'll have to return to try them.

a plate of meatloaf, green beans, and mashed potatoes
Scott H.

A couple of friends and I had a late lunch at Cagney's Kitchen. The place looks nice, and the decorations take you back to a time past. The first thing I noticed was how hot it was in the restaurant. I don't know if it is always like that or not. I know it was extremely hot outside, so maybe that was the reason. The service was prompt, and the food was good. I had a vegetable plate. The only thing I didn't like was the presentation of the mashed potatoes. You could tell that they were scooped out with an ice cream scooper. Other than that, everything was fine. I will go back here, and I recommend you try it out too.

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Hubby and I love getting breakfast here! Sounds so simple, but I absolutely love their coffee and toast. Always great service!

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Love all the times with friends at Cagneys..Never had anything but great food and service!

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The Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center
The Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center
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