Today was our first (and not last) visit to The Hamilton Diner. We go there at 11:00am on a Tuesday…read more(day after Labor Day just to keep the metrics in place) and the parking lot was packed. We did, however, find one about 4/5 of the way into it. Entrance way is at the end of a ramp, which I would interpret as a fairly tight squeeze if I was in a wheelchair. However, there was a fellow in an electric wheelchair making his way down the ramp as we were coming up, and we all made it up (and down) easily enough with just a pause. Hostess desk is immediately in the entrance. Very personable lady said it'd be a 25-minute wait, and that was pretty accurate. I gave her my phone number and received a message to download Yelp! including a "Your place in line" feature. Benches to sit and wait - one outside and three inside. We were 4th in line, and then 2nd, and then 1st. I felt a vibration from the phone but saw no message. So I went to the desk to check, and they were ready anyhow with 4 empty tables. Seated us quickly and our waitress Ashley was there in short time. Paula (wifey) ordered some Egg Sandwich and a small order of French Toast. I ordered Southern Benedict, which was a buttermilk biscuits base, topped with a fried chicken patty, 2 poached eggs, and smothered in a creamy sausage gravy, and it came with an order of home fries. We were both very happy with the flavor and portions. In fact I was rather full and didn't eat the last 3 or 4 bites. I also had an iced coffee, which was nice and strong. The place is very much where neighbors and families meet and greet. Lot's of "Norm!!" moments. Pricing if fairly average -- it was (with a 20% tip) $45 for us two. My only complaint had nothing to do with the restaurant, but with adults who don't know how to tell a kid not to do shrill whistling in a restaurant. No more details on that. Again, not the restaurant's fault. We definitely would like to go there again, especially to order some bacon, as that, in my estimation, is a very important factor for breakfast -- I just didn't have any reason for it this time, what with the chicken and the sausage gravy.

Another great breakfast at Hamilton. But I got carded, & denied! Waitress said I looked too damn…read moregood for 62. (Im 56, with a prescription list only a body builder could carry around. 62 will be here soon enough..maybe I'll be there for it. Hubby had classic Benedict & i had just the typical eggs, meat, homefries & toast. 2 ice coffees & hubs has 2 lg OJs. The breakfast table isn't for the faint of heart anymore. Food was prepared perfected, of course. And I didn't get our usual table outside the bathroom for a change. They are expanding their afternoon.menu also.

The Shanty is one of those places I don't go to nearly enough and I really need to change that…read more I was specifically craving hand-cut fries and theirs did NOT disappoint. I got the Big Ol' Burger and it was so good. Cooked perfectly, the special sauce was delicious and as you can probably tell from the photo, the fries were exactly what I was looking for. Everything tastes really fresh here. It has that farm-to-table quality, but in a relaxed, laid-back (but still really pretty) setting. We came for lunch and I loved that they had brunch options too. We didn't get any adult beverages but I was very tempted by the entire drink menu, so next time! Our service was also outstanding. Really everything was A+. Definitely a local spot that I need to remember to go to more often.

In town for work and was looking for a place to grab a bite after work. I found The Shanty on Yelp…read more The moment I opened the door I was greeted, by the owner, with the most upbeat personality and smile! She showed me to my table, brought a carafe of water, and welcomed me in. I was quickly welcomed by Sergio, my server, who shared the special and the soup of the day. Once I ordered my soda I took in the ambiance of the bar, new lights, and the rest of the restaurant. It's not a large building but they make every inch count. Now, the reason you're reading this review- THE FOOD. I ordered the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich with a Caesar Salad. The chicken (photo below) was perfectly cooked, topped with hot honey, slaw, pickles, and ranch then placed on a soft brioche bun. The meal was reasonably priced as well at $33 which included tip. I will absolutely be back to the Shanty next time I'm in town.

I can't say enough good things about this place. Even when it's packed you don't wait long. They're…read morequick with service and the atmosphere is a rustic diner with a warm feel. Most importantly the food is incredible. Highly recommend for a breakfast that is hearty, delicious and leaves you full. Menu has unique options as well as old favorites. Top quality food. I look forward to eating here every Saturday and trying something new each time.

Billy with the amazing service enjoy your vacation…read more He has served my family twice while in town. Without a doubt adds to the experience. Give him a raise!

I was hungry for a low cost breakfast and I had some time to kill. Yelp led me here, to Jefferson…read moreDiner. I sat at the counter behind Kelly, the woman who I suspect is the owner but was running that grill like a well oiled machine. She works on a 3 ft grill and to do that you have to be organized and fast. She was exactly that. The diner itself is old school, homey, the epitomy of comfort. Tin walls, pictures of family and staff scattered about, and a sign that says "We can't direct the wind, we can adjust the sails" words of wisdom. Regulars come in are greeted by name, and have their custom orders. You can see the lasting impact this place has had on the community. Before long, Kelly herself put my two eggs and sausage plate in front of me. She takes a lot of pride in her work and she should. The potatoes were seasoned well, a good mix of crunchy bits and softer pieces. The eggs were textbook over easy. Couldn't have asked for a better breakfast. I saw a few other items on their menu I want to try, and this diner is a convenient spot between where I live in Johnston and where I work in East Greenwich. I look forward to stopping in again and paying Kelly another visit.

My wife and I have enjoyed our second visit in a month to our new favorite breakfast place! Staff…read moreis very friendly. They were all wearing Jefferson Diner t-shirts of different colors. We came in at about 11:10 am as they were probably at about 2/3 capacity the last hour before shutting down for their 2 week vacation period. It took some time to get our breakfast once the order was placed but not an unreasonable amount of time. Plus the atmosphere was relaxing. We sat at the counter as all the booths were full. And I have to admit, eating at the countertop was relaxing. I ordered the JD muffin which is a grilled English muffin with bacon and fried egg for ~$5.95. The outside of the muffin was soft compared to the crisp inside. It was deliciously tasteful with crispy grilled bacon and egg. Much more tasteful than those egg muffins that one can purchase elsewhere at those widespread coffee shops. My partner had a #7 with a side of bacon including 2 eggs scrambled, 2 bacon slices, home fries, 2 pieces of toast and 2 thick tasty plain pancakes of which I had one. I don't usually have plain pancakes but these were very tasty and fluffy. Both of our coffees, hot and iced, came with free refills. We wished the staff a great vacation and left, knowing that this is our new "goto" breakfast restaurant.

Came here for lunch and had a great experience. It was our first time at this restaurant and our…read morewaiter was amazing! His name was Patrick and he made some awesome recommendations. He was very helpful, not pushy at all, and had a great attitude! We would definitely come back just for that experience. But the food was delicious too! We got the calamari for an appetizer, and a burger with fries and a fish dish. Everything was delicious.

We stopped in here for lunch and it was amazing! The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The…read moremenu has a great variety of options, and there is a full (and beautiful) bar. The stylish decor and comfortable seating are a huge bonus! The staff was so kind and attentive. We 100% recommend this place if you are in the area. We hope to go back for dinner and drinks one night to experience the indoor lighting and ambiance and the dinner and drink menu. This was an unexpected hidden gem we are so happy we stumbled upon this restaurant! Lentz_explore

The waitress ignored us and after 20 min. we walked out. The waitress gave us rude remarks on the…read moreway out. Also, the place needed a good cleaning. I would never go back!

Found this place and the food is great. Best Hot Weiners I've ever had and the breakfast is very…read moregood as well as the customer service.

I had the opportunity to visit Tavern with a group of people. It was their Wednesday night, bingo…read moremusic night. The drinks were fairly priced. The food we ordered was fantastic, and the entertainment was entertaining and well attended. I will be coming back soon!

Not your ordinary bar and grill. The food is way better than expected! We ordered a bunch of apps…read more The eggplant napoleon were cute and perfect. Juicy chicken sandwich sliders. They cut and serve the Reuben eggrolls diagonally so you don't burn your mouth with grease when you first bite into them. Thoughtful presentation! And delicious. Waitresses came by to check in. We felt taken care of. They had some great beer options on tap, and we found out the owner/chef - very friendly, humble guy - used to be Robert Downey Jr.'s personal chef!!! You gotta check this place out (and meet Matt, the owner!)

Berger was average and very affordable but the oil in the fry-o-later was disgusting. The fries and…read moreonion rings (anything in there really) were disgusting. If they fox that they another star. Womp womp.

I ordered the meatloaf dinner. The meat was so dry and the flavoring was so spicy that it was…read morereally inedible. I don't know what day they made that meatloaf but it was that day. II ordered some gravy on the side to cool down the spice and it too was overwhelmingly spicy. Potatoes were pretty good so all was not lost. The salad was warm and they don't carry any type of oil and vinegar dressing. It was 90 degrees out that day. Who wants a warm salad with heavy creamy dressing! I had breakfast there previously and that too was unremarkable. Never again.

One of the best old school diners in the lower Southern New England area…read more Just so cool to sit in the place and food across the board is excellent. I do wish it was a bit cheaper but oh Well! I'll keep coming back. Staff is perfect and that is as important as good food to me!

Breakfast was amazing. We were four and ordered chicken and waffles, eggs and home fries, corned…read morebeef hash, blueberry pancakes, an egg Benedict special and various sides. Each dish was delicious and fresh. The menu is very extensive and there is something for everyone. Our waitress, Lizzy, was attentive and professional. Atmosphere is classic diner style. We left happy and felt for what we paid, the food was definitely worth it.

Well besides bringing the wrong meal to our table which led to a gluten free person being served…read moregluten it was great!

The Tree House Tavern & Bistro on Centerville Road is such a fantastic local gem! Its charm--that…read morewhimsical, old farmhouse layout with all the winding, rambling rooms and cozy nooks makes it feel completely detached from the usual busy corridor right off Route 2. Between the cozy tavern space, the great craft drink menu, and that distinct "hidden retreat" vibe, it really turns a standard dinner into an experience. It's the kind of place where you can easily get lost in conversation while exploring a great menu. The service was great and the staff are very attentive. there's plenty of parking but the lot gets full by early evening as the restaurant is popular.