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Dyar's Diner

4.7 (20 reviews)
InexpensiveDiners, Southern
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Updated 2 months ago

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Chicken fried steak, Mac and cheese, collards, chocolate cake, and cornbread.
Jessica W.

Great food, great service! The restaurant is clean, and the staff are wonderful! Our meal was hit, fresh and very well seasoned. I love the meat and three style of the restraint and would recommend to anyone! I had the chicken fried steak, Mac and cheese, and collard greens. Everything was fantastic!!

2 eggs, grits, toast and sausage with pancake added
Michael B.

Longtime local diner and their food and staff show the love for the community! I had the breakfast special (and I added a pancake!). Great family atmosphere in the restaurant.

Donna G.

Food was very good!! Nice restaurant. I loved the dessert, chocolate delight. Will definitely eat here again. Prices are reasonable too.

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Todd S.

As always found this joint with Yelp and was not disappointed. Went on Saturday morning so not crowded. Fried chicken was crispy fried on outside and moist inside. Macaroni and cheese was as good as I have ever had. Next trip down to this area will find me back here!!

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8 months ago

Great southern comfort food. Not too many places like this left. Food was good. Generous portions. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices.

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3 years ago

Amazing food. Great service. Awesome old school atmosphere. Will definitely come back.

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3 years ago

This has been a staple in Pendleton for years! The food is lovely and there's usually someone there you know!

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4 years ago

Love this place!!!! One of the best meat and 3s in the area. Highly recommend the fried pork chops

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7 years ago

Great food. Only issue is it's closed on Saturdays. Hidden gem in Pendleton. Food is always fresh and delicious with great customer service.

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Fried chicken was crispy fried on outside and moist inside.

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