Crack of Dawn is my favorite brunch spot in all of Concord, and this visit reminded me exactly why!…read more A family business spanning generations, Black-owned and woman-owned? You already know Auntie D loves putting her dollars behind the sisters. But let's be clear: the food earns every bit of this praise. I have yet to leave disappointed. My chicken-fried chicken and French toast were absolutely worth the drive. My daughter had pancakes and chicken-fried chicken, and those scrambled eggs? Light, fluffy, and deserving of their own little round of applause. Mama thoroughly enjoyed her lunch and brought leftovers home. Took a quick nap, woke up, and finished them off. That to-go box never stood a chance. ...i Crack myself up.  Now, let's discuss these FRIED PICKLES. Light, crispy, airy, with that just-right dill tang. You get a good pickle inside a lovely crisp coating. And the ranch! Full of fresh, herbaceous flavor and on the thinner side, which I actually enjoy--it works beautifully on the salad and with those pickles. I don't need my ranch standing at attention; I need it tasting good! Crack of Dawn keeps giving me a reason to make that drive. Good food, a family business I'm happy to support, and three generations at our table leaving satisfied. Five out of five fried pickles from Auntie D! C'est si bon!

A must stop for both dinner and Southern breakfast enthusiasts…read more On my way home from Charlotte, I used Yelp to find me a classic diner to start my day off right. I choose the Crack of Dawn Diner in Concord. I am so glad I did. Crack of Dawn Diner is the real thing--a local Concord breakfast-and-lunch spot serving traditional Southern fare at reasonable prices. The menu caters to local tastes, the dining room is filled with regulars, and the atmosphere is comfortable rather than trendy. Parking is somewhat limited. The private lot surrounding the restaurant was fully used so I parked in the lot next door that had signs that said private property, but it looked like other patrons were parking there also so I took the chance. As it turns out, it was safe to park there. The entrance is very welcoming, as well as the staff. Amanda was my very efficient and nice waitress. There is great teamwork here, and Amanda was well supported by, I believe, the owner who ran my food out and talked a bit with me. The menu is fascinating. A distinctly North Carolina menu. Several things jumped out: * Breakfast special for $6.59 weekdays * Breakfast plates mostly under $12 * Grits included as a side option * Livermush available * City ham and country ham both offered * Pork chops available for breakfast I ordered the country-fried steak with white gravy (essentially chicken-fried steak), along with two sunny-side-up eggs, perfectly prepared grits, a large buttermilk biscuit, and a delicious diner coffee. The restaurant occupies a stand-alone building with a warm, "come on in and rest a spell" atmosphere. Inside, you'll find counter seating, an open kitchen, and tables throughout the dining room. I chose a seat by the window overlooking the parking area. This was a great breakfast, that was reasonably priced, in a great atmosphere, with very nice people. It stuck to both my mind and ribs all day long. After breakfast, I continued on to downtown Concord and spent some time exploring one of North Carolina's most charming revitalized downtown districts. The breakfast was the perfect start to the morning. Crack of Dawn Diner has earned a spot on my repeat list whenever my travels take me through the Charlotte-Concord area.

I was surprised at the wide variety of items on the menu! Ranging from Italian favorites, seafoods…read moreto Burgers and Sandwiches, all of your food favorites are covered. There is a good amount of people here for lunch which means good food is here. We definitely will return again.

I have visited this establishment several times. The food is very good and at nice price. This time…read morethe waitress was not as friendly as the waitresses in the past. She waited on us but had no personality and a flat demeanor as she waited on us. I also think the male owner could be more soft as he moves around the restuarant. The ambiance is a basic country buffet style.

This is a new breakfast and brunch spot nearby, so naturally, I had to try it with my mom within a…read moreweek of finding out it existed! The A/C was full blast! The place was clean and music was easy listening oldies. The servers were welcoming, and the food came out fast. Overall, it was a solid meal: the bacon was crisp and cooked to perfection, and the toast was on point. The eggs were just okay-fine, and the grits were decent--a good, classic breakfast spread. Mom said the coffee was good. Note: The pricing structure for the customized omelette wasn't exactly straight forward. Neither me or my mom were wildly impressed, but we both left completely full, and we'd definitely go back to try more of the menu! So for our morning spent there in early August, it's 3.5 stars rounded up to four.

Really tasty breakfast options!!! Pretty affordable too:) nice, clean facility and bathrooms. Nice…read moredecor and friendly, helpful staff! Delicious menu items to choose from! Will def be back!

This diner was an awesome Yelp choice. Old school look with amazing service and food…read more My eggs were fluffy as well as my pancakes. The chicken wings were huge, fried just right and juicy. Kudos to the chef. Only negative is they offer a whipped spread instead of real butter. Delicious pancakes deserve good butter. I asked for real butter and all they had was honey butter. Do not sleep on asking for it. While it still spread, the honey makes it much better.

We came to Charlotte for a concert and decided to stay the night instead of driving home. By the…read moretime we got settled in, dining options were pretty limited, so we searched online and this spot looked like the best choice -- and we're glad we found it. When we pulled up, there was a police outside, which didn't bother us. If anything, it made things feel more secure. They also use a metal detector when you walk in before being seated. Don't let that scare you off though -- this place is a well-oiled machine and everything felt organized and under control. Our server was fantastic: calm, attentive, and never pushy. I ordered the country fried steak with collards and mashed potatoes with gravy, and my husband got a burger. My meal was excellent, and it came with a perfectly flaky biscuit. The tea was Southern SWEET tea, too. My husband said his burger was good for a diner, fresh vegetables and the fries were seasoned well. The diner itself is adorable, full of character and charm. Overall, we had a great experience and would absolutely come back.

Diner like Breakfast with my coworkers…read more I had a hamburger patty and two fried eggs. Food was good. Coffee was good. Service was good. Restrooms clean. Prices reasonable.

Still one of our favorite places to eat at in Concord. Parkway House is a blast from the past…read more It's not fancy. It's not over the top. But it is no nonsense country cooking. Staff is EXTREMELY friendly and you'll feel like family after one visit. If iced tea is important to you...they have some of the best!! So regardless of the size of your group, they have the seating to accommodate small groups and larger families. Big menu. Good eats. Breakfast served every day but check the website for hours, as they differ on certain days.

The menu has a fantastic variety of options, so there is something for everyone. If you aren't sure…read morewhat to get, here are my personal go-to orders: Chicken Tips over Rice: Perfectly seasoned and satisfying. The Fish Sandwich: Always fresh and delicious. The Burgers: Classic, juicy, and exactly what a burger should be. What really sets AJ's apart is the service. No matter how you choose to order, the staff is consistently pleasant and welcoming. You'll get great energy whether you place a phone order ahead of time or walk inside to say hello. Swing through the convenient drive-up window. It's a total locals' favorite, so it stays busy because the service is fast and the food is great. If you want to see the full list of options before you head over, just Google the restaurant and check out the user-uploaded images to see the most recent menu. If you find yourself in Harrisburg, you definitely need to try this spot out!

No wonder this place was empty when I pulled up…read more Trash. My son ordered the southern sandwich combo which comes with a side & drink. I got him fries and a lemonade. The fries were flavorless but thick and fried nice. I ate one so I could review it. I wouldn't order it for myself. Hard pass. For myself, I ordered the flounder sandwich by itself. Skip this! It comes bare. I had to add lettuce & tomatoes and truthfully, wasn't even worth it. They fried the flounder but it was either not fried hard enough or was previously frozen as the inside was mushy. They only have me 1 tomato and the lettuce was laughable. $23 total for 1 combo + a sandwich. Not worth it. They charge an additional $4.00 if you pay with your card.

Big thank you to Esmerelda for taking care of us. 10/10 service and food was beyond satisfactory…read more Thank you Metro Team!

Very welcoming, atmosphere and helpful staff! They had plenty of gluten-free options, and the…read moreavocado breakfast bowl was amazing mostly because of the hollandaise sauce! I always order it on the side because so many restaurants use packages, but this had the mouth feel of something made from actual butter and eggs! My husband had the fried chicken Benedict and tried their sausage gravy and patties- he said it was all good!

They offered quality food at affordable prices in a laid-back environment…read more We like coming here. We like Tom.

While visiting Charlotte with my daughter, we were excited to try Red Eye Diner after hearing good…read morethings. Unfortunately, we never even had the opportunity to eat because of what happened as we entered the restaurant. As I walked in, the heavy metal door clipped my toe, causing a deep cut that immediately started bleeding profusely. There was blood everywhere. Still in shock, I looked at the host and asked, "Um...where's the bathroom?" He awkwardly pointed me in the right direction. Once inside the restroom, I found there were no paper towels and the sink was dirty, making it even more difficult to clean the wound. My daughter grabbed napkins while I searched for someone who could help or provide a first aid kit. I stood there bleeding, with other customers looking on uncomfortably, while no employee checked on me. Eventually, an employee asked if I needed something. I calmly asked for a first aid kit. I was trying to hold myself together and was on the verge of tears. After some time, he located one and essentially tossed it toward my daughter. He seemed visibly annoyed rather than concerned. No one asked if I was okay, offered assistance, or showed even a small amount of empathy. Once I was able to get the bleeding under control enough to walk, I left in tears and returned to my hotel to properly clean and bandage my foot. Not a single employee checked on me before I left. In fact, it felt like everyone simply disappeared. Because of the incident, I can't comment on the food. However, I can comment on the customer service, and it was incredibly disappointing. Accidents happen--I don't blame the restaurant for that. What I do blame is the complete lack of compassion, urgency, and basic concern shown toward an injured guest who was actively bleeding in the middle of the restaurant. I'm not someone who leaves negative reviews lightly, and I'm certainly not looking for special treatment. I simply expected a little kindness and concern. A simple "Are you okay?" or "Can we help you?" would have gone a long way. Instead, my 12-year-old daughter was the only person helping me while the staff seemed inconvenienced by the situation. Based on this experience, I can't recommend supporting a business that responds to an injured customer with such indifference.

We had a large group on a Saturday morning. We were seated as soon as possible. It was crowded. We…read morecan understand why. The service was great, in spite of how crowded it was. We had our drinks, including coffee refills expediently. We had a variety of food, including waffles, taking a while to make, omelettes, and more. It all came out without too much wait time. All of the food was delicious!!! We will be back when we are in town!!

Breakfast Time never disappoints! Great food, great service, and reasonably priced the food comes…read moreout fast it's always hot and very good. We love our waitress Sierra and try to sit in her section every time we visit. You never need to wait or to ask your waitress for a refill whether it's coffee, tea or water. Everybody helps each other, so the service is phenomenal. They have tables that can seat to 8-10 people, and they have booths for smaller groups of 4 or less. If you come solo, you could also sit at the counter. They offer breakfast and lunch so take the time and enjoy a great breakfast or lunch. You will be glad you did.

Diners are always a great option for Mrs. K. and I. She's doing a vegetarian eating regime and I'm…read moreon a keto diet. So basically, one with no meat and one with all meat. A diner, with their wide menu, works well. And our lunch today at Mattie's was excellent. We arrived right at the tail end of the lunch rush. A friendly hostess brought us to the last booth in the front section of the restaurant and then a waitress took our drink orders. Lots of shouting and "Order ready!" from the kitchen while we looked over the menu and then placed our orders. About ten minutes later, a plate of French Toast with vegan sausage on the side for Mrs. K. Light, fluffy, delicious. The sausage was great! For me, Mattie's Mom's Meatloaf. A massive thick slice of meatloaf topped with melted cheese, grilled onions and spicy marinara. My two sides, a creamy cole slaw and green beans with bacon were excellent. We both enjoyed our meals. Neither of us could finish the huge plates! Five stars, will definitely return. [Review 649 of 2025 - 4136 in North Carolina - 24210 overall]

BFF wanted to go here because he saw vegan omelette via social media…read more Well, he described it as a Jersey diner and they had nonVegan items. Ok. Sunday lunch. Friend got on the list. But the Bestie that wanted to have this met me in the parking lot scared there would be cross contamination and wanted to go elsewhere. He's been a dedicated vegan since 2008 or 2010. Either way, this ain't for play nor show. He's principled. The other vegan is really pescatarian and could careless. I have severe allergies and definitely care if there's cross contamination. Young lady seating is asked about how the cooktop works for vegan items: 1) is there a separate cooktop? 2) are new utensils used? They did a good job answering and owning what they didn't know but sought someone to answer the questions. Young lady showed us the place where we'll sit and she would go get answers and be right back. She never came back. Alas, the server showed up and he didn't know either nor did anyone ask him or inform him. I had to clean the table and seats were more upsetting to me. The busboy popped nearby and I asked for his spray bottle and he apologized saying he'd clean. H wiped everything but dried nothing. Server returned without answers but someone got another guy to explain their process. He was helpful. I was content. I can say pics on Yelp leave much to be desired but I got the chicken fried chicken + mashed potatoes and sweet potato waffle fries. The vegans got their food first and we got an explanation. I didn't care. Bring it as it's ready. I understand. Plus y'all know vegan cheese doesn't melt. Lol. I didn't desire their vegan breakfast quesadilla nor padrino (I think that's what one had). See pictures. I must say I wanted to get the greens but I will definitely order them on another visit. The vegan ordered vegan pancakes for All to try. I like the crispy edges of any pancake but didn't need the pecans. The vegan butter and syrup was impressive. We got a lot of apologies in due time as 1) straws were forgotten 2) soup of day query was forgotten 3) refills forgotten 4) table wasn't cleaned 5) Milkshake was delayed but hey ... It takes as long as it takes. But I didn't order it so I can't say. I was most bothered the itemized check was taken away so I don't have an image for this review but also BECAUSE a huge convo took place regarding the tip. A new immigrant to the USA was amongst us AND had legit questions so I was happy to explain but their receipts show 20% totals and higher for tipping yet this receipt show the total with tax. Tips for on the pre-tax total. Long and short I can recommend 1) fried chicken fried 2) sweet potato waffle fries 3) mashed potatoes 4) brown and light gravy 5) vegan pancakes 6) American potatoes looked great but I didn't touch em as I had plenty Parking is rough. Cleanup in between flipping/turning tables doesn't really happen in the overflow and I'm good on that. Like, sweeping and wiping can be done between tables and as parties depart. The staff is younger like everyone appear to be teens which led a dining member inquire where are the adults? I think I saw 1. There is an overflow parking lot.