Pretty good food and very pleasant waitress. I had a grilled chicken sandwich, my wife a ham and…read morecheese and son a cheeseburger. All was cooked well and we finished everything. They forgot my chips but not a big deal. Reasonably fast. Would recommend

Be sure to have the pie... even for breakfast. Breakfast ends at 1030! Don't miss it . That said…read morean excellent BLT is an alternative. Large big Dave omelets. Excellent service, clean enough for your mother in law.

Went here on my way to Richmond for a band event. Restaurant is tiny but it's cozy- not a problem…read morebut if you need to have a super top secret conversation then probably go elsewhere. Lovely decorations and definitely has a 50s feel to it. I got the bacon jalapeno burger omelette, fries and 2 slices of toast are included. The omelette was delicious and chock full of toppings, my only possible complaint would be that the cheese coverage didn't reach the far end. However, that can probably be specified beforehand and its not enough to knock of a star. Regardless of this, I loved it. The bacon and burger were full of flavor and the grilled jalapenos had just the right amount of spice. The grilled onions on top were a great touch. When you're done with your omelette and there's leftover toppings on the plate, you can use fries to sort of scoop them up (awesome). The service was also great. The waitress was talking to regulars, and even asked us what we were up to today. Food came out pretty quick and she asked us if we wanted refills the moment our cups were low. Overall, nice little place. Forgot to get a picture of the food because I was so focused on eating. If I ever come back through the area between the operating hours of 8 and 2 I will certainly be going here. If I happened to pass through after they closed I would probably break in for the pie. (Kidding)

This is a must-visit for diner enthusiasts. The building sits on the north-south main thoroughfare…read morethrough historic downtown Farmville, an area once lined with tobacco warehouses. It is very small, with about fifteen stools wrapping around a classic service counter. According to the menu, the diner is a "One-Master Model 15-Stool Valentine steel building," made by Valentine Manufacturing Company of Wichita, Kansas, in 1955. They have a small parking lot in back of the diner. I parked there and then saw a bathroom entrance sign -- after a 2 1/2-hour trip, nature was calling. It is a very clean bathroom located at the rear of the building, with a separate entrance from the parking lot. There is no access to the restroom from inside the diner -- a unique and nostalgic feature you don't see much anymore. I walked around to the front of the building, entered, sat down on a stool, and was greeted with, "Y'all having a good day so far?" I had a half sweet/half unsweet tea and the Cheeseburger Deluxe with no mayonnaise. It came with lettuce, tomato, pickle chips, onions, French fries, and cole slaw. I put ketchup on the fries, but the fresh tomato alone provided plenty of flavor for the juicy, delicious burger. The French fries were crispy and delicious -- exactly what you hope for at a classic diner. The cole slaw was outstanding and clearly tasted homemade. The pies looked incredible, and because the cheeseburger platter was so good, I had a piece of blueberry buttermilk cake topped with whipped cream -- wow! There is also a clearly posted 3% surcharge if paying with a credit card. Prices are reasonable, so it didn't feel like an issue. This was a great overall experience, and I would recommend this classic, nostalgic mid-20th-century diner to anyone traveling through Farmville. It closes at 2 pm, so plan accordingly!

Wonderful !!! Absolutely amazing !!!…read moreThe food is super tasty & the atmosphere is very homey.

Tiny place with a charming decor- super friendly too ! Fresh cooked food- first time we had a…read morechicken parm sandwich which was a special, and quite good, today my date had reloaded dog which he enjoyed - whale I had the homemade tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich- it was delicious! We enjoy this cute little spot- always excellent service and a solid enjoyable lunch.

Food was very good with an unusual variety. Drive in restaurant with some outdoor diningread more

Great food reasonable prices. Specials are worth trying…read more Only concern is smoky environment from kitchen especially in main dining area.

Server Keyarah was outstanding! Wings were some of the best I remember having, crispy and spicy!!read more

Favorites fried okra, navy beans, apples, Mac and cheese…read more We took home carrot cake, apple pie, and pecan. The carrot and pecan were our favorite. We decided we would rather order the just the cooked apples. So good and creamy. Hush puppies were really heavy and dense. Potato salad had sweet relish Loved the old diner and small town feel. Our server was sweet and helpful. She made sure our sweet tea was always full. If you like a good diner this is a must stop! The beef stew looked amazing!

In town over night we got up and wanted to hit a diner that the locals go to quench our hangry…read moremorning. We found the perfect place. Locals abounded this Sunday morning and we had such a nice warm waitress that made our morning. The biscuits steal the show here. Warm and buttery they elevated anything they touch including the biscuits and gravy that half our party ordered. The bacon was reminiscent of something from a local butcher and my eggs were Cooked perfectly over easy. We also like the celebrity signed guitars which were a topic of conversation for us. Thank you for your hospitality!

BBQ was fresh on a Monday evening. Cabbage was great. Fried green tomatoes were excellent…read more Service was friendly and attentive. I loved the look of the place. A true diner experience. Mac n cheese is a little lacking. Overall, I'd go back and probably order the same thing.

The food is simple and homemade, but good and filling. There is a buffet, but if you want to have…read morethe waitress serve you, she will be glad to bring you a menu and take your order. They prepare your food just as you like. You can also get takeout from the buffet (cost determined by weight) or by ordering from the menu. The waitress is friendly and polite. The place isn't large, but it is comfortable. It looks like many locals eat here b

I needed to update my review because this place continues to be so consistent on all fronts…read more The food ... Always tasty with generous portions. The staff ... They could not get any friendlier. The ambience ... Loud and energetic, which is what I look forward to in a diner experience. Keep doing what your doing, and I'll keep coming back!

Tried the hotel breakfast ... wait was too long/food poor/service 'overworked'…read moreNOT AT shortys! We searched out a local diner place close to Williamsburg with ez parking! The staff was really nice and professional , super varied menu in this olde tyme diner. I love a Cubano sandwich so why not a cubano omelet! It was a hit The choco pancake was gigantic and tasty (we travel with our own real maple syrup) ... my side of grits and fluffy biscuit topped it off. Fun place quick kitchen nice staff Very glad to have abandoned the hotel fare for this local place

Really nice staff, great prices and the menu has something that everyone can enjoy! I've never seen…read morea diner and Mexican restaurant combination but I love it! The restaurant was very clean and dimly lit for a relaxing vibe. Our food was delicious and came out super fast! If you're in town stop by, you won't be disappointed. 10/10 !

Amazing value for the price! It's situated in the middle of nowhere, but the amount of food they…read moregive is crazy! We ordered beef and veggie fajitas and shrimp tacos. My beef fajitas were tasty! The meat was tender and well seasoned. Vegetables shone as well, particularly the bell peppers. This was a great stop for us on the way back from DC. Service was good, food came out fast. Music was a little too loud but the environment was nice. Lent to a good dining experience.

Great Food! Great Service! Hot and served fresh and with lots of warmth , Ambience was inviting and…read morefriendly and welcoming

The kid was home from college, and after we hit the local thrift, we were looking around for some…read moreOxford grinds. The street situation precluded a few spots downtown, and since we weren't in the mood for our go-to taco place, we decided to head out to the Family Diner. The walk-in was awkward on our part- cash register or hot bar line first? A sweet call from the kitchen of "Y'all's first time?" got us headed in the right direction. Full disclaimer: I've been nostalgic for the southern cafeteria lately. While talking to some food industry friends last week, we realized there is something powerful about the food we all remember from K and W. And while Family Diner doesn't have a giant dining room or a 5-snake velvet rope line to get to the counter, it does take me back. Here's how we made our choices: the hot bar was a choice of three types of chicken- the baked and fried were tempting until the gentleman serving us says: "We can fry you fish to order. Flounder, trout, and catfish." The chicken got skipped for a plate of flounder (plentiful plate, btw), and a side of the Mac and cheese and cooked cabbage. The kid sampled the catfish plate, same sides. Sweet tea. And yes ma'am, I'd like the cornbread. Done. We sat down at a table in the main, cozy dining room. The first thing that I noticed: this place is clean- tidy, even. There was a super polite young man moving around and busing tables, tidying up unassumingly and doing it in a way that is lacking in some finer dining places I've been in recently. The food came out, piping hot. I used one of the malt vinegar packets to douse my flounder (a cafeteria habit) and dug in. The first bite was light and flaky, cooked perfectly. Nothing greasy-tasting, at all, just clean. The sides were great- nothing over seasoned, and like cooking at home, there was room for you to season things to your taste. Well played, Family Diner. The owner (I think? She was the one who guided us down the right path when we walked in) came out to make sure that we were happy, and yes ma'am, it's great, and holy cow, you just dropped this cornbread into the skillet and fried it? Yes, we will be back. It's unassuming, and it's just what the doctor ordered. It's a cafeteria, but it's clean and polite and makes you feel good that you ate there. It's soul food, but not just from an ethnic standpoint- it makes me happy and full and feel welcome and I'll be back.