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Eagles Nest Restaurant

3.5 (34 reviews)
InexpensiveNew American
Closed • 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Steven B.

The Telegraph, a local newspaper did an article on the 10 best places to have breakfast in the River Bend area and Eagles Nest made the list. It's one of those mom and pop diner restaurants that serves comfort food and is only open for breakfast and lunch. They focus on what they do best. I arrived about an hour and half after they opened on a Saturday. I was immediately concerned that there were not that many other diners eating. However, while I was eating the place quickly filled up and what surprised me the most, is as diners entered, the waitresses were greeting them by name. Wow, that is just like Norm being greeted when he entered, Cheers. Since it was my first visit, I went with a basic breakfast. I enjoyed two eggs over medium, bacon, American Fries, a side of Pancakes and of course a cup of black coffee. The reason I'm giving a 3 Star rating is, my eggs were not over medium, my bacon was on the cold side and the potatoes could have been crisper. However, the side of pancakes were a 5. They were fluffy and a light golden color on both sides. Best of all the coffee was strong, hot and my cup was never empty. Every time a waitress passed my table they offered to top my cup. The service was extremely attentive and as I mentioned earlier, all the waitresses knew their regulars by name. Speaking of names, I thought it was so Mel's Diner from Alice, all the waitress wore aprons with their names embroidered on them. That is so old school and cool. I'm not sure the Eagles Nest will be in my breakfast rotation, but if someone is in the area and wanting a good diner breakfast - I'd recommend it. When: August 28, 2021 Why: Breakfast

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Jane W.

Eagle Nest is a classic diner in Bethalto, home of the Eagles. Great place for breakfast and lunch. The waffles were delicious! Try it!

Eric J.

My girlfriend and I LOVE looking for great diners. Eagles Nest by a long shot has the BEST FOOD!!! OMG the best diner food in the Metro East! So so good. Great service and so affordable. This is the place! I particularly loved the chicken fried steak and my girlfriend went old school with the chop steak.

Cecily B.

We stopped into this little gem for breakfast and it was delicious! Very clean, friendly staff, A+ service, and the food was yummy!

Or eggs over easy, sausage, patties, and fried potatoes like home! Delicious!

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Never disappoints. Great food, great atmosphere and wonderful service! Always feel at home with the friendly people who work there

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Friendly waitress and good food at a fair price. Nice atmosphere for a romantic meal with your spouse or a business acquaintance

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Just passing through town and stopped in for breakfast. Great staff and awesome food!

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I love going here in the morning, they make the best coffee, my favorite is their omelets, but almost food I've gotten here has been good!

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