The service was exceptional! Prices were reasonable and food was great! Probably one of the best…read morecorn beef hash I've ever had. It has a homey feeling and look.

The festive holiday drinks were a nice touch and they were strong. Great service and great food!read more

Great breakfast and lunch menu. The food is very good, and the servers are very friendly. We like…read moregoing a little after 10am because I like to eat breakfast and my wife like their lunches.

Enjoyed the sirloin tips w/mushrooms, grilled red potatoes, 3 poached eggs, and some wheat toast!…read moreYum! Staff was friendly and attentive. Country vibe inside. Clean but not fancy. Booths could use a bit of refurbishing, but still works.

Everything we've tried here has been fresh and absolutely delicious! You can really taste the…read morequality in the ingredients; nothing tastes frozen or rushed. And the fried catfish? Hands down the best around. Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside, and seasoned just right. It's one of those meals you start craving again the next day.

From a former fan of the Happy Egg until they implemented a so-called credit card fee (something…read morethey had not done last year) after introducing their new menus early in 2026. In speaking with others in the restaurant business, they say included in the menu price is not only their food costs, but also all their overhead costs - including credit card processing fees - so begs the questions, why do some places add a fee for using a credit card? So I did a bit of research, and here is what I found: NC is moving toward tighter regulations A 2025 bill (House Bill 13) proposes: * A 2% cap on surcharges * Mandatory disclosure at the entrance and point of sale * A ban on surcharges if the business only accepts credit cards It hasn't fully passed yet, but it has momentum. If it becomes law, it will standardize what restaurants can charge and how they must disclose it. Check whether the fee applies to all cards If the restaurant charges the same fee for: * debit cards NOTE: Happy Egg, my server told me, charges 4% to use a Debit Card * credit cards * even prepaid cards ...that's a red flag. Why: Debit card processing is much cheaper. Charging the same fee across the board suggests the fee isn't tied to actual processing costs -- it's just extra revenue layered on top of already‑priced‑in costs. Look for "cash discount" language If the receipt says: * "Non‑cash adjustment" (Happy Egg charges 4% to use a credit card) * "Cash discount applied" ...but the menu prices are already high, it often means: * the "cash discount" is just the real price, * and the card price is inflated on top of it. This is one of the most common double‑dip setups. How to spot when a 6. Watch for restaurants that only recently added a fee If you've been going to a place for years and suddenly see: * a new 3-4% fee * with no change in menu prices ...it's very likely they simply added the fee without adjusting their pricing structure. The simplest rule of thumb If a restaurant: * never lowered menu prices, * adds a credit‑card fee, * and charges the same fee for all cards, you're almost certainly seeing double dipping. restaurant is double dipping

This was my first visit to the Counter. We arrived in time for their lunch menu, and there was lots…read moreto choose from. This place has great black and white decor, with lots of plants. Makes it feel very welcoming. We tried two of the sandwiches, the Americano, which had house roasted roast beef, caramelized onions, mushrooms, aoli dressing. So delicious. The bread is really soft too. You get a choice of chips or potato salad, also house made. Potato salad is very good, not at all mayonnaise overpowering or gummy. The other sandwich was the South of Philly Cheesesteak. Shaved meat with cheddar cheese. Very, very good. The Counter has a small area of seats from front to back plus a little area outside to sit. They are located between stores in a strip mall, but easy to find. Next time, I'll have to try their breakfast menu, as I can tell from the other reviews that they are large and tasty.

Came here at just the right time before a line appeared on a Saturday morning. Unfortunately their…read morecoffee machine was down, but I did enjoy a chai tea latte and the breakfast scrambler. Quick and friendly service. Yummy food. What more do you need for a breakfast spot?

Great spot for brunch or either of the two! We come here pretty often and we have never had any…read moreissues. Food is always great and service is always kind and friendly. Loud and welcoming atmosphere.

Food was so so, ordered a BLT sandwich (that I didn't realize came with an egg on it) but it was…read moreserved on un-toasted and limp brown bread. Unheard of for me, I've never had a BLT that wasn't toasted and it reflected in the texture/taste. Service was fine, we arrived during rush hour and were seated in 30 minutes, the place looks nice but I wouldn't return because of the food.

Last night, a group of us went to this restaurant for a Christmas dinner and we were not…read moredisappointed! We had awesome, specialty drinks, yummy appetizers, and delicious dinners! I had a vanilla espresso martini and their salmon with field greens and peas! It was a nice relaxed atmosphere and we all enjoyed ourselves immensely! Our waitress was amazing and very tentative and checked on us often! I would definitely go back!

The ambiance was very nice, and the staff was pleasant and welcoming. The salmon was…read moreexcellent--cooked perfectly, moist, and flavorful--and was easily the best dish we had. The shrimp wrap, however, was disappointing. It had very little shrimp and seemed to rely heavily on overcooked bacon and an abundance of lettuce, which made it tough to chew and left it lacking balance. The menu offers unique flavors and creative combinations, but in this dish, there seemed to be more emphasis on presentation and concept than substance.

It really doesn't matter what you order here... everything is great!…read more All is the bakery items are some of the best I have ever had. Morning Buns, coffee cake is enormous, great flavor and moist. Blueberry muffins, the cruffins my wife loves them especially the chocolate peanut butter ones. The steak sandwich is one of my favorite for lunch. Very nice sourdough bread. I never leave here with one of there brownies.

Linden continues to be one of our favorite spots for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or even just a sweet…read moretreat. Love the staff, the food, and the vibe of the place.

We had a nice dinner with friends at Blu Star Grill! The menu has a good array of options, lots of…read moreseafood but other mains as well. For drinks, I had a glass of Pinot. My husband got the chai cider, the spiced flavor was so amazing it warranted a second pint. We had the Spinach Crab Fondu and the Yuzu Ravioli as appetizers - the cranberry glaze on the ravioli was a delicious touch. I ordered the grilled Chicken Marsala for dinner and really enjoyed the mushroom sauce & potatoes. My husband liked his burger as well. We ended the night with the crème brûlée, which came with fresh strawberries. We were also offered free cookies when we closed out. The manager came by twice to chat, offer recommendations, and ask how everything was - he was very sweet!

Came to Blu Star on a Monday afternoon and were seated immediately. Leighann was our server and she…read morewas kind and attentive. We ended up ordering 2 fountain drinks, the spinach crab fondue, the seared scallop appetizer, farmers cobb salad, a caprese avocado panini with onion straws and a side of fries, french onion soup, and the espresso creme brulee. First and foremost, the food came out insanely fast. The seared scallops with creamed corn and pesto was fresh and delightful with a great sear. I do wish they were a bit bigger for the price, but it was a nice starter. The spinach crab fondue was so nice and hot when it came out that it was still bubbling. Strong crab flavor, a good portion size and plenty of fresh chips. The farmers Cobb salad had lots of seasoned fried chicken in it, the greens were fresh and the blue cheese dressing was nice and creamy. It even came with a fresh dinner roll. We advised the server we were going to split the panini and she was nice enough to plate them separately putting the onion straws on one and fries on the other. It wasn't so much a panini as it was just a ciabatta sandwich. The bottom bun was soggy as was the bacon but it was still very cheesy and tasty. The fries were hot and fresh and the onion straws weren't greasy and had a nice crunch. The French onion soup was hot and cheesy and was a nice portion. Could have had a bit more onion, but it hit the spot for the price. The espresso creme brulee was very very delicious. Not too sweet, had a great texture and came with a fresh strawberry, however the top could've been a bit hotter. A great way to end the meal. Overall, the meal was $99, which I think is very reasonable. Food came out quickly, tasted hot and fresh and thats exactly what you'd want on a cold day. Will definitely be back to try other menu options.

The food was okay. It didn't have any taste. Food came out quick. Small cafe. Coffee was good and…read morehot. Service was quick.

Great and friendly service from waitress and also from management. Food was tasty and plentiful…read more Good location on River Highway.

Everything I've had from here has been delicious. When in doubt, duckworths is always a safe choice.read more

I had an enjoyable late night meal with a group of friends here a couple weeks ago after a full day…read moreof climbing. We were originally planning to meet elsewhere but ended up at Duckworth's and I think it was for the best. As a group of 6 arriving late, about 830pm we were seated at a long booth by a window. We ordered a round of soft drinks/waters and shared some sweet potato fries as appetizers. I ordered the supreme pizza as my entree and my friends went with the chicken fajita special and burgers. Our food arrived in a timely manner and the fajitas were visibly and audibly sizzling. We all enjoyed our meals and were satisfied with the service, value and flavor here. Would come back! @azfitfoodfun