Metro Diner

Good food Good service. Good price. Recommend for families…read moreand those looking good home cooking.

We stopped on the way back from Florida, based on the previous Yelp reviews. Yum! Good country…read morecooking served with a smile - and a bit of sass - by "Tee Tee" (yes that's her name). Pictures don't tell the whole story but if you like local food (and a lot of locals eat here), get here EARLY because the place fills up fast.

I am disappointed I didn't take a picture of my plate. I guess I could have taken a picture of my empty plate. I ate every bite!

Fried corn bread

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You know you're in the South when they bring the Duke's mayonnaise (no Blue Plate here).

Mom's Kitchen

4.4(71 reviews)

2.1 mi

There isn't any ambiance worth mentioning, but you come here for the food, not the atmosphere lol…read more First of all, great and friendly service. Secondly, the food I ordered was delicious. Corners beed hash had a nice crust, but wasn't dried out. The home fries were nice and crispy. The over easy eggs were perfectly cooked and the biscuit was a legit, handmade, buttery, and perfect! Quite possibly the best breakfast in Dothan. First time here. Most definitely coming back!

Service was fast and friendly. I tried a breakfast burrito (with bacon). I asked them if they'd…read moresauté the onion and bell peppers and they did it. Enjoyed their hash browns and really liked the salsa that they offered with the burrito (I got the milder type). My husband had the catfish breakfast and he really enjoyed his meal.

Drink station

Chicken fried steak

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Charlotte's Restaurant

4.0(15 reviews)

2.0 mi

So I passed this place going to another one...not realizing...I'd be back. Being new to the area, I…read morehad a taste for home cooked food and this place did not disappoint. When you walk in, it's like walking into a family member's house. They greet you with a warm welcome and a drink. Then you go to the buffet serving table and you order what you like. They had all the fixin's I wanted. I had cheese grits, fried catfish, a biscuit and peach cobbler. The grits were creamy and delicious, the catfish was fried to perfection, the biscuit was hot and flaky...but the peach cobbler...they could have kept. It was more of a dough than anything. I prefer crust. I will visit again because the food was delicious and the service was superb.

Went for breakfast. Service was very slow. Food was mediocre…read more Not worth the time or money.

Small, Family, Friendly, Home Style Cooking.

Small, Family, Friendly, Home Style Cooking

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Food is very good and very nice staff

Our Place Diner

4.4(206 reviews)

18.7 mi

Good food , selection and portions are like home cooked, friendly staff quaint atmosphereread more

After a few months passed, I decided to give this diner another opportunity. The breakfast and…read moreservice was good and got the spot. On this particular day I ordered Al a carte--2 soft scramble eggs with cheese, hash browns with onions and ham, and one pancake. Listen, I still feel how I felt previously about the okra, so I'll just refrain from ordering that in the future. Otherwise, I'll continue to support this hometown establishment.

Big dining room

Breakfast

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Zack's Family Restaurant

4.4(81 reviews)

2.8 mi

The food is great! Shan was our waitress and she as well as her coworkers kept hopping…read more Set menu. Enter 2 sides dessert and drink! We waited in line about 15 minutes but it was worth it! The prices were extremely reasonable ! Fun, reasonable prices, excellent food!! ( oh and clean bathrooms

Fast, fresh, southern cooking at a good price. You get seated fast, order off of a daily table menu…read moreand the food is brought to you within minutes.

Front entrance

Love these Rockies

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One of the cool rockers

Huggin' Molly's

4.0(101 reviews)

25.9 mi

As we were driving down to Destin, we became hangry. I saw a billboard that said something about…read moreback in time in Abbeville visit or something along those lines. I decided to drive to Abbeville and it was an amazing town. As we were walking around, I asked around about a good place to eat and we were referred to this restaurant. By the time we arrived, they were closed. I saw the Chef unloading the truck and I asked if they could please open for us so we can eat as we were very hungry and they closed 5 minutes ago. He agreed and we were let in. We had chili, turkey club, hand cut fries, turkey wrap, chicken fingers and shakes. The entire food was amazing and very well done. The presentation was good and the restaurant was amazingly design that I felt that I was going to see McFly and Buff at any moment. If you are driving around Abbeville, make stop and visit this town and the restaurant for sure. You will not be disappointed that you did. The server and the chef were great, great customer service and great food. Can't ask for more!

The service was excellent the food not so much and I questioned the cleanliness. When we are…read moreseated, the waitress dropped one of the napkin wrapped silverware on the floor and promptly put it back in the stack. That's a little yuck for me and the condiments and dessert menu on the table were sticky and dirty. We had the hamburger and even that was 20 bucks. All burgers are cooked well done they do not even ask you how you want it cooked and our Burger came with tomato that was quite un ripe and only pink. Needless to say while the service was good and the waitress was sweet. The food was not impressive at all. I would not go back.

Diner

French dip with onion rings

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Sidewalk

The Copper Kettle Diner

5.0(3 reviews)

10.0 mi

The Copper Kettle Diner is the epitome of "hole in the wall." The entire establishment is about the…read moresize of my living room. Ran by a father and son tag team, the copper kettle has the perfect small town jewel feel to it. I frequent here for breakfast as well as lunch anytime I'm in Headland. The experience at The CKD can be attributed to 3 main qualities: service, quality, and price. Service: You're not going to meet two kinder, dedicated men anywhere. These gentlemen take pride in their work as well as there community. If you are a regular, like me, they'll have your regular order on the grill before you make it in the door. These guys are good to their customers and kind to all people. Quality: All ingredients are fresh, meat and produce, from local farmers. Countless times I've been there as a local farmer brings fresh vegetables, bacon, ham, etc, and nothing beats a BLT with their smokehouse bacon and fresh lettuce and tomatoes. These guys have mastered their craft too. Well prepared and cooked to perfection. Price: I don't know how these guys stay open. Just as an example, if you order a breakfast sandwich with Ham, egg, and cheese, you get at least two pieces of thick cut ham, usually more, for $2.75. They're like Oprah giving out BMWs. It's ridiculous. Lunch is just as cheap for lots of food. The only negative to The Copper Kettle Diner is the small staff. I've been disappointed to find them closed a few times because no one is available to run the store. This is not a regular issue, however. So do yourself a favor and drop in at the Copper Kettle Diner. Whether it be for a breakfast sandwich or for lunch, you will not be disappointed.

The Cooper Kettle is one of my favorite restaurants. The food is good: the price is excellent and…read morethe owners are friendly. They treat you like your somebody an they treat you with respect. Unlike some other places I've visited. Slick Rick

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KBC

3.9(273 reviews)

2.3 mi

Bang for your buck: 10/10 Quality: 10/10…read moreService: 3/10 Ambiance/Location: 10/10 Overall: 10/10

Stellar hidden gem, delicious food, and top-notch service…read more My first visit to Dothan, AL and was very impressed by food and service at KBC. Bartenders (especially David), waitstaff, and servers were all friendly and professional.

Waiting area

Bone in pork chop with succotash, Gouda, smoked grits, brussels sprouts in pepper jelly

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Outdoor Patio Seating

The Burger Barn

4.8(4 reviews)

14.3 mi

The food is very good with a great selection of daily sides. Staff is very friendly…read more Worth checking out!

Great food, cool setting, affordable. Would recommend and plan to visit again. It's an order at the…read morecounter and then sit down location.

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Counter and plenty of booths

Blue bell ice cream case

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Burger Barn in downtown Cottonwood on 53, shares building with Cottonwood Drug Store

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Payton B.

3 years ago

This is the single greatest culinary I've ever consumed sustenance at. The quality of the food alone was absolutely remarkable. Warm, inviting, mouth-watering, and savory all at once. This food alone made me open eyes and ponder my life and existence. Making me more grounded and humble. The staff at this establish was friendly and fast. They ensured peak service in all manners and regards. They made me feel heard, seen, and respected. They were ready, available, and reliable. The restaurant's decorum was remarkable and casual, while also being intriguing as if it had a million stories to tell you. I could not recommend this restaurant enough. read more

Teresa J.

8 years ago

Stopped by on a morning trip to Florida to visit family for the holidays. There was a wait but we decided the 15 minutes would be worth it after looking over the unique menu items. After being seated we were promptly greeted by our waitress Laura who was very helpful giving recommendations and was very friendly and cheerful. We decided to go for the fried chicken and waffles which was outstanding! Our coffees stayed warm and full which is definitely a plus while traveling. The staff all seemed friendly and the food was excellent! We will be back on our next visit through Dothan!! read more

Tj C.

8 years ago

Delicious!! I had the Chicken Alfredo. OMGosh! Best ever! Has a different taste than the norm and what I was expecting, some kind of secret cheese in the sauce ;), but boy is it YUM! The atmosphere is lovely as well. Outside has seating w/nice heaters and I understand they will have covering to keep the heat in. Plenty of and nice staff. We know the/one of the manager(s), super young man! Look forward to trying other things on the menu! read more

Daniel Y.

2 years ago

Great food and people! It's hard to find a good restaurant in Alabama... lots of mediocre food.... UNTIL we found Metro Diner. This is our go to restaurant for special occasions or just a great meal! We usually go for breakfast, but last night tried it for dinner. Their meatloaf was delicious! I can't say enough about the staff and the chefs, This place is the diamond of Dothan. You won't be disappointed !!!! read more

Claire A.

7 years ago

Metro diner is delicious every time I go. There is a small wait because there are so many people. To me a lot of people means it must be good (and it is!) There is also another small wait for your food- and if you're like me it seems like forever- but it is soo worth it. If you are traveling and your family can't compromise, try Metro Diner and you will be surprised. (In a good way!) read more

Chance L.

5 years ago

If you want local good food that gives you the old classic diner feel this is the place for you. I came in and got the best service possible manager here is the best the food is delicious I recommend this place to anybody who is visiting or lives in Dothan Alabama. read more

Naomi M.

7 years ago

The waffles are AHMAZING! I was a little hesitant at first because Dothan already has SOOOO many restaurants but wow! Love this place and the staff are great! Thank you to Selethea our server who was ALWAYS on the spot when we needed something! read more

Renee C.

3 years ago

Visiting from Phoenix, enjoyed our last breakfast here with family before heading home. Service was excellent, food was awesome! Worth the short wait! Will come back when in town! read more

Mary H.

3 years ago

Just had the best steak breakfast bowl here. Great food and really exceptional staff! Food was fresh and hot! Just wished we had something like this in our hometown in Illinois read more

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4 years ago

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Elissa M.

4 years ago

I was so excited when this resteraunt opened. This is one of my favorite places to eat in Dothan. Staff is very friendly and food is amazing

Necy W.

3 years ago

Food has always been on point when I eat here and I have eaten here a lot! I always recommend this place to anyone new to Dothan.

Abraham M.

1 year ago

Jasmine did a great job serving us today. Being very graceful and attentive to our needs. Awesome job, and thank you! read more

Kasey A.

5 years ago

When here for a working breakfast and it was wonderful. Food was excellent and the staff was amazing. We will be back!

Laurie K.

5 years ago

BEST service and food in the area! Chris and his team go above and beyond! Be sure to order the cobbler for dessert.

Judy A.

258

8 years ago

The portions are huge! One dish is enough for two people! I was satisfied with the fried chicken and the service.

Jason S.

7 years ago

Metro diner was good I have only been there once .My friends and family went with us and they liked it also

LaMar C.

7 years ago

Great customer service and breakfast is pretty good, I would not recommend going there for a mimosa though

Tamekia R.

8 years ago

Great Establishment . Went there for lunch. They had great customer service and food was second to none.

Lisa H.

4 years ago

Great food. Very affordable and great atmosphere. I take all of my out of town guests there.

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