I had the pleasure of trying Limestone Bar & Grill in Mt. Vernon, and it exceeded every…read moreexpectation. This is the kind of place that reminds you why small-town restaurants are so special. The moment I walked in, I loved the setup--bright, open dining areas with huge windows overlooking the hills. It has a relaxed, down-to-earth vibe but still feels clean, organized, and welcoming. Perfect spot to sit back and enjoy a good meal without feeling rushed. I ordered the chicken tenders with onion rings and green beans, and you can truly taste the homemade quality. The chicken was tender and flavorful, the onion rings were perfectly crispy, and the green beans had that classic Kentucky taste with bacon and onions. My dining partner got the BLT with homemade chips, and the portion was impressive--thick-cut bacon, fresh veggies, and crunchy chips that were obviously made in-house. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. You can tell they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. If you're anywhere near Mt. Vernon or passing through on a trip, make time to stop here. It's one of those local spots where the food is great, the views are beautiful, and the service makes you want to come back again. Highly recommend!

This a locally owned restaurant perched on a hillside just off I-75 . Friendly service and great…read morefood. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Portions are large and they never let your glass get empty. I recommend the rattlesnake bites, burgers and the hillbilly tacos. Their breakfast is also great!

What a very pleasant surprise while working in Somerset, KY this past week. I was checking Yelp for…read moreplaces to eat for breakfast and I came across The Whippoorwill Diner. My coworker and I were greeted by Charles the owner. He asked how we heard about the diner, I told him some friends told me about it. I told Charles I wasn't picked and I eat whatever he recommended for breakfast. The prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge! You will not leave hungry. The dining area is small but very welcoming and the chairs are very comfortable. Next time your in the area put this on your to eat list. Support local small businesses!!!! You won't regret it! BOOM!!!!

This was an *excellent* little diner with homemade, southern food. It's a short distance off the…read morehighway and a nice alternative from fast food on a long trip. Plentiful breakfast and lunch options to choose from. My wife and I had the hot brown and a side of Mac-n-cheese and it was worth every penny. If you're passing thru definitely worth the quick trip for a hot, homemade and delicious meal!

Had farmers breakfast i love grits these were the best I have had . All the food was great . It is…read moreclean friendly staff good price I give it 10 stars

I have travelled in for breakfast a few times now and when listen when I say this place is a…read morediamond in the rough! Blink and you might miss it but if you're lucky enough to stop in you will leave full of delicious home cooked food! And with a smile on your face from the great service and environment. Our recent stop was for pancakes before school and some time to study vocabulary words...not a bad combo for a kid if you ask me. My only draw back is that parking is tight during certain times of the day, but if the lot is full it's because people know how delicious this place is!! Did I mention everything is farm to table and you can even purchase some local meats here during certain seasons.

Great breakfast! If you're in Frankfort KY, and want a really tasty diner breakfast, this is the…read moreplace. All four of us thoroughly enjoyed our food. I had the Roylins Big Breakfast. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the ham steak, biscuit, and potatoes were all spot on. Your only concern is getting a table. It's small but popular, and well worth the wait. We took German chocolate cake slices to go.

I have eaten at some of the finest restaurants in the US. This is not one of them. But it does earn…read more5 stars. You know why? Because it absolutely delivers on what it promises ~ a solid breakfast at a fair price cooked and served by kind people. We happened to be served by Melisa herself, on Veteran's Day. The small bar had an assortment of older men eating by themselves. You could tell they appreciated being doted on by the kind Melisa. We ordered some standard breakfasts along with coffee. Nothing gourmet. Nothing fancy. But tasty, served hot and comforting in late 2025 in America. I appreciate such an honest experience more than my words can convey.

My friend ordered a cheese omelette but he wanted veggies in it as well. When it came I noted how…read moreHUGE it was. The flavor matched the size. I ordered the sausage and two eggs; the sausage was delicious, not over-cooked as one finds often; the eggs were also HUGE -- I wondered if they were from a duck or ostrich. The service was excellent, prompt, friendly. It's a small diner but the atmosphere is that of a family restaurant. On top of all that, the prices were excellent. Highly recommend!

This was the best breakfast we've had in a long time. Everything was incredibly flavorful, and the…read morefood came out as it was ready, so every dish was hot, fresh, and delicious. The prices were very inexpensive and the service was great. Highly recommend!

The service is always good and the food is always hot and delicious. My only problem is having to…read moredecide between all the great choices. Breakfast is served all day and there's always great food on the buffet or you can order from the menu. If you like comfort food, this is the place to go!

I've heard it said before that if you want home cookin', then eat at home. I normally subscribe to…read morethis belief. It's one reason I don't go out for breakfast ~ I can make a pretty good breakfast at home. No use paying someone to do something I can do. So, going into Jackson's restaurant, a mom and pop restaurant specializing in home cooked style food, I had my doubts. Walking up to what resembled a school cafeteria lunch line only furthered my doubts. And, seeing the sheer number of different options sitting out behind the glass window only furthered my suspicions. Look, I was wrong. The food here is really good. The service is super friendly and helpful. I was so overwhelmed by all the choices I just told the lady behind the glass counter to pick me something. She obliged with a kindness that made me think she knew me somehow. She chose the chicken and dumplings, beef stew, apples, and two different types of corn bread. Now, I thought initially, and she even admitted, that the chicken and dumplings/beef stew mix was a little unorthodox, but that they were both so good I had to try them. Both were fantastic. The apples were awesome. I liked both types of corn bread. When I got up to leave, she called me over to the counter and said that since it was my first time there, I'd get a free dessert. You all, I was too full to even try. The food here is both tasty and filling. I was in Richmond for a conference at Eastern Kentucky University. So it was really convenient to stop by. But I'd say that even if you're remotely close, it's worth a visit. Don't, as I did, judge a book by its cover.

Excellent lunch. You think -"it was just a burger" but I'm telling you- it was more than good! And…read moreI highly recommend the onion rings. My husband's fries were good too and he said the cole slaw was delicious. As others have said- Don't let the appearance put you off. Food and service wins!!!

The place is old and the ladies are full of life. The building is older but semi…read moreKept up.

Definitely a locals hangout in a good way Excellent home…read morecooked food Friendly staff and and friendly patrons

We went to The Cliffside Diner because it's billed as The Best Cheeseburger in Frankfort, the diner…read morehas been there since the 40's so it's a local landmark. My wife and I were pretty excited about a new experience and a fun lunch. The place was disappointing to say the least. The servers weren't really friendly or outgoing. The value was severely lacking- a reported 5 ounce burger (looked small) and literally about 10 crinkle cut fries, a 12 ounce drink served in styrofoam and a vanilla malt to go costs us about $50. I tried to say thank you to the server on my way out but she was busy having a loud conversation with another employee and didn't notice me. There is outdoor seating on picnic tables. The menu has a variety of sandwiches like cod fish and a fried bologna plate. But most of the menu was different burgers with cute names. The web said they served breakfast all day, there was no breakfast menu on the table and we didn't ask. All in all I'm glad I went to satisfy my curiosity but I would not seriously recommend this place to people visiting Frankfort. You would get a better deal and probably service at Hardee's.

Felt like family and food was perfect. Was a hidden gem out 476 past the goose, would recommend…read more10/10

Best burgers in town fast and friendly service. I would definitely recommend this restaurantread more

My first time there was Friday night and I had the fish it was great. The wife had the steak it was…read moreperfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection will definitely be back!!!

We've eaten here many times under Pete's ownership. He deserves a good retirement…read more The food is typical comfort food, but so much more. Service is great, as always, and I hope the new owners are able to keep everything that we loved about Pete's.