Service was horrible, was ignored from the very beginning. Was waiting for 15 minutes for someone to help us and a new group of people arrived and the older waitress kept ignoring my husband and I automatically helped the the group that just arrived. read more

Delicious breakfast and lunch. Reset our week from camping. Great place to stop on your way out of the parks. Waitress and chef had great service. read more

How did we not know about this place. I've lived in the area all my life and just found it. Glad they were open on Columbus Day and we had the best lunch. Amazing diner style burger, crispy onion rings, and tasty tea. I can't wait to try it for breakfast. To top things off, the owner Sherry is the greatest, making everyone feel like family. A lot of delicious homemade comfort style fare you can't get these days make you you feel even more welcome. Thanks Sherry for making our day special. read more

Stopped here on the way to sequoia and am so glad we did! Everyone is super friendly and the locals made us feel completely welcome. Everything is home made and the biscuits are AMAZING! If traveling near this town put this stop on your list! read more

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Food is great and so is the service!! Very friendly! Small and cozy atmosphere. I've only been there for breakfast but we love it.

This place has small town charm with big city taste! The Whistle Stop is a small town restaurant that offers the neighborhood charm of knowing ALL of it's customers and their preferences. But it also offers amazing food. Quality product is something that is not skipped on. The breakfast meats are locally sourced and of highest quality. The bacon is thick cut and the sausage patties are huge! You can get two or three egg omelettes of all different types. My personal favorite is the Locomotive. You can't go wrong with the hash browns or the country potatoes. Everything is made to order right down to how crispy to make your potatoes or your bacon! The pancakes are huge and have a little extra flavor that makes them unique! They offer meals in lite and hearty plates for all size appetites. Today I went there for lunch. I had the Monday Meatloaf special. It was marvelous. Sherry's meatloaf has a special ingredient (that I won't tell), but it is truly the BEST meatloaf I have ever eaten! You truly can't go wrong with trying this local popular eatery. And Sherry and her crew will make you feel welcome. read more

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We were driving through from Three Rivers and wanted breakfast. I looked on Yelp to find a place for breakfast and this place had good reviews. It was great because they open early. We just had a basic breakfast, but I loved how friendly everyone was. I enjoy going into a restaurant where you have friendly and great service. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Had an excellent breakfast. Staff was very attentive, kind, and super friendly. Cafe was very clean.

My son loves the train. Food is yummy. The owner is very nice. Can't wait to go again

What a cool little place! It's always hard to review a restaurant with one visit but this one actually delivers on its promise. EWS is a cute little cafe/diner that is both quaint, aesthetically pleasing, and has a nice comprehensive breakfast and lunch menu. I kept it simple and went with the cup of soup and 1/2 sandwich combo. The soup was a rich and hearty vegetable beef and the sandwich was a standard turkey that went well with the soup. Service was fast and friendly. I look forward to eating here more often. read more

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Excellent food, fast & friendly service. Excellent takeaway. My advice, stick to the menu, if you go off book it costs more..... they do tell you that though. read more

Ate there for breakfast today. We all enjoyed the food, especially the pancakes. Personally, I liked the biscuit they served me because of its taste and texture. They also work hard to get your order just right. Worth the visit if you're in Exeter! read more

This was the perfect stop on our way home. Amazing food and the owner was SO nice. Thank you!!

Such a cute little spot to grab a bite to eat. Very welcoming and friendly. The meal I got was sooo yummy with some very crispy and extremely yummy fries! I cannot wait to come back. read more

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Always a great choice for a full, wholesome breakfast. I've only had breakfast here and it's always been extremely delicious and satisfying. The portions are generous. It's a small place. We've often sat at the counter rather then wait 20-30 minutes for a booth. The wait staff has been there for years and are very friendly and welcoming. It's worth the drive to Exeter. read more

Been to Exeter hundreds of times but never ate at Whistle Stop. It's now on the list. A small rail car, it doesn't fit a lot of people but it has a lot of fabulous food. It's a place where the ladies call everyone sweetie and joke around with you even if they don't know you. Love places like this. Reminds me of small town I grew up in. I had scrambled eggs, hash browns, bisquit and gravey and tea. I came because I wanted some good bisquits and gravey. Bisquits and gravey both fresh and yummy. So yummy I can't stop talking about it. Tea was fresh brewed and my glass was filled. Was there on a sat morning and the place was filled. Love it. Go and go often. read more

Exeter Whistle Stop - American Near Me - Exeter, California

Stopped here by chance for a late lunch with a friend and pleasantly greeted the second we entered. The staff and service was excellent and the menu offerings were typical of a diner/cafe including fried green tomatoes! My friend had a open faced turkey sandwich which was abundant with meat, gravy, potatoes and corn on top of thick sliced homemade bread I had the Chicken sandwich on sourdough with melted cheese, grilled onions, mushrooms and plenty of yummy sauce paired with sweet potato fries and a homemade raspberry ice tea. So filling and satisfying on a windy rainy day. We were too full for a slice of homemade pie but will definitely return to sample that and more! Be sure to stop by and check this cafe out. It almost made me want to have breakfast, lunch and more! read more

Our family needed a nice relaxed breakfast and this was perfect. The service was very friendly. We felt very taken care of even when the place started to get a bit busy. The train decor was a nice touch. There were lots of options for food and it was all tasty. Definitely a recommend if you're in the area. read more

Great food and friendly staff. Will definitely go here again and take my family.American

I came here with a small party of 4 for breakfast on Saturday. Since the inside seating was full, we opted to seat outside. The server, a very nice gentleman, ushered us inside after ten minutes for more comfortable seating (Flies and ants outside). The coffee was okay. We were starving, so straight to the food. They had a nice variety of omelets and standard breakfast items. The breakfast sides include fruit, toast, English muffin... nothing special. OH, wait... biscuits and grave? Yes! I ordered the Californian omelet with fruit and biscuit gravy and my partner ordered a sirloin steak sandwich. The omelet was simple and delicious. I had a bite of the sandwich, and I was pleasantly surprised how easy it was to bite into. It needed a tad of flavor, but it was delicious nonetheless. The biscuit looks amazing and tastes like a cross of a biscuit and cornbread. It comes with butter and a generous cup of gravy. So... good. They can't do all that much about flies outside and the seating inside is limited. We overall had a very good experience with the service and the food. I'd definitely return. read more

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The food is delicious and the service is excellent and the ambiance is very beautiful.

Delightful little diner. Friendly staff, happy customers! I had the locomotive omelet because I love linguica. It was excellent, as were the hash browns and toast. My wife had the patty melt and she said it's the best one she's had in years. Very cute train theme with operating overhead model RR. Great place! read more

Came by twice during their posted business hours and the door was locked, and when we tried to call, there was just a busy tone.

I have been going to The Whistle Stop for about five years now. We live in the Los Angeles area, and Everytime we are in the area we stop by for breakfast. We were up in the area last weekend, and to our disappointment they were closed My wife posted that. The owner got back to us and said she had a labor shortage and would be opening the next day (Sunday.) We went back on Sunday, and they were closed again!! Needless to say we were disappointed to say the least. I hope they can resolve their issues. read more

The owner is very personable & makes you feel very welcome, the breakfast bowl add hash browns is the move. Best biscuits & gravy around.

The owner always makes sure the food is perfect and you are treated like family. The kids always enjoy the train that drives over their head while they eat. read more

As soon as we walked in we were greeted by Sharry the owner we knew that everything that came out of that kitchen was up to her standards. Everything was top notch, from the salad to the fish and chips and even the tartar sauce. She makes a coleslaw that is spicy and delicious. Check it out read more

They're not open today - 8/13/2022 due to a family emergency. I guess until they're fully staffed again, you need to call in advance. This is the second time this has happened to us. Lesson learned. Great place - once it's opened again. read more

This place was recommended and we were not disappointed! Everything is homemade and delicious! I had the SantaFe omelet with biscuits and gravy. It was DELICIOUS! The train motif is great also. Lots of cute decorations to look at. Very friendly staff. The owner is great! If we are ever back in the area we will definitely stop by again. read more

This place is the cutest little cafe right in downtown Exeter, they have amazing food and great staff! Every meal comes with so much food and the employees were all so friendly and attentive. Definitely will be coming back! read more

Great place to get pancake and enjoy time with your family and friends when your hungry

Yesterday was again a disappointment. Not sure why but YOU WERE CLOSED at approx 8:15 am? Why? We used to LOVE coming to the Whistle Stop and were always more than happy with your delicious food. Several times now we have tried and you are not open as your stated hours indicate. :( read more

This place is absolutely disgusting. I ordered pancakes and they were sour. What's up with that? I was trying to have a good family breakfast and everybody got to enjoy their breakfast except me do better Whistlestop don't have spoiled pancakes. read more

Went to this place as we left Exeter after attending a wedding in Three rivers. This place was great. Staff was super friendly. Loved the model trains running in the ceiling. Had a great egg white omelette with veggies. Short stack of pancakes too. read more

This place has an amazing atmosphere. I highly suggest going when a crowd will not be there since it is cozy sized restaurant and that may not be comfortable for some during Covid. They do have outside seating and very fresh and tasty omelettes with homemade salsa! But do check out the trains inside the restaurant! The staff are very friendly, even if it is your first time you are treated like a friend. read more

Always good If you don't try the fish and shrimp special on Fridays you are missing out!! read more

My 5 yr old train nut son and I had breakfast there and the place gets five stars because the service was great, the decor was really well thought out, and I'd say overall it owns what is which is a first half of the day diner. It was also noticeably clean which is a plus. It is fairly small. If I lived in the area I'd definitely consider going again read more

Great food and customer service. When you walk in, you feel right at home! My favorite meal is the fish and chips on Fridays with the cole slaw. read more

Be prepared to wait for a table on the weekends. However, food is "just like grandma made it ". A bit on the pricey side, especially when making substitutions and adding sides. Highly recommend. read more

Best breakfast near Sequoia National Park! Unique atmosphere. Don't miss this gem! You will love it! read more

Exeter Whistle Stop - American Near Me - Exeter, California