Locally owed and operated diner and very community minded. Looking for great breakfast or lunch…read moredefinitely check this place out. The great thing is they rotate their specials everyday. Full disclosure I'm a regular here and don't need to give them my drink order because they know it. The patrons for the most part are regulars too and that says a lot. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Although small it doesn't take long to get a seat if not immediately. They have a good takeout business going as well with the local community. There is no franchise feel at all here and if you want to know what's going on in the community this is the place to go.

Excellent locally owner diner! Home style cooking which is…read moregenerally right on. Staff is very friendly & professional

We had a great experience. The food was solid and service was fantastic!…read more My son and I stopped on a road trip. We went because the kids' menu had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich on it, which is what my son wanted. When we arrived (early Sunday afternoon) they were serving breakfast only. When I politely asked about getting a sandwich, the server went straight to the kitchen and asked. They accommodated us! My son was a very happy camper, and I enjoyed some very hearty biscuits and gravy.

Food was good. The music was loud and not the right music for a breakfast diner. We all wanted to…read moreleave. Others next to us said the same thing. We mentioned it to the cashier on the way out nicely and she said.... Ok. That was it. She didn't care. Will never return. And by the way we ARE a fun younger group and we like all music just not that type at breakfast!!

The new owners have done a great job. Tons of staff and excellent menu. The pancakes were perfect…read moreand the Muskie breakfast had huge portions for the price. Coffee was very good with endless fill-ups. Highly recommend.

Back for an updated review. Koffee Kove has been sold and reopened, and sadly it's nothing like the…read moreoriginal. I just ate there for lunch today, and the food now? It is not good. The "fresh baked" Mac and cheese suggested by the owner had no flavor. Not even cheese. Just mushy elbow macaroni. But worse, I asked if the battered haddock sandwich was fresh or frozen and the owner - who was sitting in a booth working on a laptop, lied and emphatically said it was. No, it sure wasn't. You know flat haddock strips that are breaded and frozen and sold in bulk? And the restaurant then just heats it up in hot oil? Kinda like a Tops fish fry? That's what it was. Slapped on a slightly toasted hoagie roll with a plastic cup of tartar sauce, no lettuce or tomato. Plus my $3 Diet Coke arrived in a little juice glass, lol. Lots of empty tables but still a 15 min wait, and they didn't seem to have enough staff to keep up with bussing dirty tables. All in all a poor lunch experience for two with bill over $50. Something is really wrong when a restaurant can't keep enough staff to run properly. I miss Koffee Kove.

Unfortunately I have to reduce my stars from 4 to 3. My husband and I went out for a celebratory…read moredinner and when we arrived for our reservation there was hardly any other patrons present. I still love the outdoor patio and live music! I ordered a creamy espresso martini but got a regular espresso martini. It was delicious. I ordered the special which was described as sea bass risotto. The fish was tasty but it was most definitely not risotto. Just a plain rice. I ordered the dish because I love risotto. My husband ordered the filet medium but it was well done. They also only had one dessert to offer. Overall, pretty underwhelmed and annoyed with how much it cost.

Excellent seasonal dining with beautiful patio and cozy ambience. The best brunch in the region!…read moreWorth the visit for the outdoor Sunday brunch.

Cute little truck stop diner off the highway. Clean and homey inside - regular kitchen tables and…read morechairs. Felt right at home right away! Waitress was patient with our five year old. Kiddo got the blueberry muffin that was so delicious - sugary every bite! He also tried a slice of the French toast which was eggy and perfect! I got the chicken tenders and fries and was pleased with the portion and price! Fries could have been a little less brown. I was insanely jealous of my husband's turkey club. It was HUGE and was so good! We would definitely return on our next trip to the Bay!

Camping in the area we wanted to have lunch on our way out. I looked at lovely yet and found "the…read moreflying spatula" had good reviews. We arrive around 11am. The parking lot was empty. Thinking oh great is this place closed. Do we need to find another place. The shear panic. All the signs say open so we went in. What a quiet little "truck stop" diner. So conveniently located. Easy on easy off. Ashamed it wasn't busier. So please go here and support the flying spatula so it stays! First off there is a lot of choices. Everything sounded good. Kiddo got a blueberry muffin. It came hot and delicious. He also got a slice of French toast. Both very good. Wife got the chicken tendies and fries. (She panicked and wasn't ready so she ordered the old reliable) As for me I ordered the turkey club and it was hands down top turkey club I've ever had. This skyscraper was massive. We bother ordered the homemade fries and they were meah. Better with some more salt. All in all I think we'll stop every year we're in town and will recommend to everyone headed that way.

Here's a review that sounds like you--balanced, appreciative, and observant:…read more Walking into the Crystal Restaurant is like taking a step back in time. Before you even open the door, the vintage neon sign proudly advertising "Air Conditioned for Your Comfort" makes you smile and reminds you of an era when air conditioning was a luxury worth bragging about. Inside, the restaurant has done a wonderful job preserving its history. The original pressed tin ceiling, beautiful woodwork, mosaic tile floor, vintage lighting, and classic booths create an atmosphere that is difficult to find anymore. You can tell this isn't a place trying to look old--it is old, and it has been lovingly maintained. If you appreciate historic architecture, take a few minutes to look around. It's worth it. Service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. My daughter enjoyed her eggs, sausage, and toast, while I had a bacon, egg, and bacon sandwich on toast with mayonnaise, along with a bowl of oatmeal and a cup of coffee. Everything was fresh and satisfying. My only minor suggestion would be that I would have liked my toast a little more done, especially since my daughter's was toasted just the way I prefer. It certainly wasn't enough to take away from the experience. The Crystal Restaurant has been serving the Watertown community since 1925, and it's easy to understand why it has become such a local landmark. Places with this much history and character are becoming increasingly rare. If you're looking for a good breakfast served in a restaurant with genuine historic charm, the Crystal Restaurant is well worth a visit.

A historic institution in Watertown. My husband grew up coming here and we stop in whenever we…read morevisit. Very cool old vibes. Food is ok, the selling point is the low prices. Very friendly staff that remember regulars.

Ordered chicken tenders and was expecting breaded chicken breast. They were processed pressed…read morechicken. The mashed potatoes and cottage cheese was good but don't feel it should have been a $17 meal. It should have been on the kids menu. Last time my husband ordered fish tacos that come with beans and rice. Couldn't hardly find the fish and the beans and rice looked and tasted like they were cooked a week ago and warmed in the microwave. We used to love this restaurant, but it has been going downhill every time we stop there. Service is quick, but maybe too quick to ask about dessert when you're only halfway through your meal. Ambiance is always good though and staff is very friendly. Sad when it's the only restaurant around but I've had better truck stop diner food. It was a really good restaurant. What happened Jeb's?

Great big menu with great big portions! What's not to love? Came here for lunch while staying in…read morethe area and it was quite good for the four of us. Any place with free refills on fountain drinks and homemade onions is always tops in my book, but my wrap was excellent. The Chicken Portobello Wrap has a blend of very flavorful cheeses and I loved with the grilled chicken and portobello mushroom and roasted red peppers. Great combo! The onion rings were stellar. The dipping sauce was hard to not just dip everything on my plate in, (I did it anyways)! Our server was so nice and made sure we had coffees and waters filled and love the at home vibe of the place. Great gem up in the north country!

The food here is spectacular. The bar is great, with drinks that could flow all night, and the…read morestaff is friendly. They have separate bar dining and formal dining experiences, so it fits a wide range of needs. I would recommend this place for a good time with good food!

We went for lunch after the locals recommended them. I had their Barnyard Burger: 8 oz. burger with…read morebacon, crispy onion straws, cheddar, honey bbq sauce and topped with 2 chicken tenders. (Served with choice of fries or side salad). It was delicious. Very flavorful, although I did remove the tenders and had them separately. I also had their Loaded Fries: Smothered with chili, cheese, online and sour cream. YUM!