Located right along the Smokey Mountain Parkway, let GPS be your guide. There is a large 50's style neon sign out front for the Miami motel restaurant. The roadside-style motel is defunct with boarded up doors and broken windows but don't let that deter you. Just go to the back of the parking lot to the building with red shutters. There is a decent amount of parking with one handicapped space by the door. There are steps going up to the door, so bear this in mind if you are mobility-challenged. On entering, there is a small counter to the left with the cash register. We were greeted as we entered and told to sit anywhere. Seating is all tables, either two or four tops. While it is definitely an older building it is clean and bright inside. Our server came as soon as we sat down and took our drink order. She returned in maybe a minute with the drinks and took the food order. She was very pleasant and an obvious professional. The menu is fairly large but simple to understand. You can select one egg and then add whatever other protein you want. The eggs come with biscuit or toast, and grits or gravy, so it's easy to assemble the meal just for you. They also have omelets, pancakes, and French toast so you can easily find something you like. The food arrived in no more than five minutes. This was unexpectedly quick but everything was cooked as ordered and hot off the grill. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sausage ordered with the eggs was hand patted. I would have preferred two sausage patties but the one provided was very tasty. The biscuits are obviously homemade. The sausage gravy had some sausage bits evident and I did add pepper (a personal preference) and it was very good. The Western omelet had all ingredients cooked in with the eggs. The hash browns were more like home fries and crispy on the outside and soft inside. There were not many people here when we were, but they did have several take out orders. Service was very good as was the food. This is certainly an instance of not judging a book by its cover and may be the most accurate description of a hidden gem. read more

A small town feel cafe! The service here is impeccable. The waitresses very friendly, and make you feel at home. We love having breakfast here. The food is delicious, I love the home made sausage. You will have a nice pleasant time here! read more

From the outside it didn't look that good but the vibe was great the severs were amazing and the food was super good and the service was great. read more

Best breakfast. I've been going to Miami my entire life with my family and now that I'm older I go on my own! Food is great, plenty of parking and seating as well read more

Great diner food. Particularly the breakfast. The food is incredible. The staff are so helpful and make you feel like you are right at home. This is a classic diner for anyone who loves these places. This one is exceptional. It's a hole in the wall gem!!!! read more

Classic diner vibe with amazing biscuits!! We came here with some friends for our last meal before hitting the road back home. The scene was everything I love in a diner, the staff was efficient and kind, and the food was fantastic. We came on a Tuesday and there wasn't a wait, but I understand that is very popular on the weekends and often there is a wait. Plan accordingly. read more

Miami Restaurant - Good morning Miami! - Greek Near Me - Candler, North Carolina

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We were refused service at 140 pm. I do understand that it was 20 minutes until closing however the tone that was given was not inviting (met at the door). We have already stopped serving for the day. If that was true, the door should have been locked. We were searching local restaurants to review and recruit for our company events (wanting to support local). Not a pleasant first impression. read more

Little local gem. No fuss, just a really good breakfast. The sausage and biscuits were some of best I have eaten. As others have said don't judge by the surrounding appearances! read more

They treat you like your family. Great breakfast and lunch. Hand patties burgers, amazing breakfast, My favorite thing to ask the waitresses for is tater tots, because I know they don't have them, but they do have fries and onion rings, which are delish. Saturdays are crazy it's so busy, and early in the morning, mid morning the rush kinda chills, and you can enjoy a amazing time. read more

My husband surprised me this morning by taking me to breakfast somewhere we've never been but had great reviews. This place is deceiving. It is located on an abandoned hotel, looks run down, but has some incredibly delicious food. We didn't have to wait for a table at all. It's "seat yourself," so you walk in and sit down. Very convenient. The server was quick to attend to us. I ordered the French toast, and my husband ordered some platter with a bunch of yummy dishes (biscuits and gravy, eggs, corned beef hash and hash browns). We were both pleasantly surprised and didn't leave a bite uneaten. It took about 15 minutes after we were done eating to figure out that they didn't bring your ticket to the table, lol. You have to go to the register when your done and they will ring you out. My only 2 complaints were 1)how awkwardly close the register is to the door, you couldn't close your ticket without someone running into you coming in the establishment; 2) the server could have smiled a little, even half a smile would have sufficed. But she was efficient. It kinda reminded me of an old truck stop where a bunch of angry old ladies worked, but you still ate there because the food was too good not to. Lol. I would recommend this place. read more

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Food was really good. They need more staff. Felt bad for the waitstaff. Waited 10 mins for a refill so I could finish eating. read more

Miami Restaurant - a plate of food with eggs and hash browns - Greek Near Me - Candler, North Carolina

Great food and service at a fair price. The staff never disappoints. Fast and filling. I have been a customer for years and hope that they are here for years to come. read more

Don't judge a book by its sign when pulling into the parking lot. This place is where the locals come. Fresh sausage and perfect gravy. The portions were perfect and prices were even better. A full meal for $6.75 where can you find that. read more

If this rating was based purely on food quality, Miami would get a solid three stars - the food is fine but not life-changing, just your basic good quality diner fare. The shining exception is the home fries, which in my view are excellent. This place gets bumped up a star for two reasons: First, it's authentic. It doesn't presume to be something it's not. It's been around forever and is there to serve the local Candler folk. And it's full of those folk every single day it's open. Second, the service just couldn't be any better. It's provided by two southern belles - funny, sassy, and possessing an unaffected charm that makes you feel like you're part of the family. The one that started last has been there for 17 years. Give Miami a try, and don't forget to strike up a conversation. This place is about more than just the food. read more

Alway my top 3 go to when I want a good breakfast! The liver mush is spot on! The staff is friendly and prices are good.

Is a hole in the wall but has the charm of a country diner from days of old! Good southern food at reasonable prices. Biscuit and gravy.... Need I say anything else!!!!! read more

Great service, foods great and cheap, and the atmosphere is always amazing. Great small town diner!!

Simple food cooked well. It's a great spot for a cozy weekend breakfast with family or friends. It's a first come first served grab your own table type of atmosphere so be prepared to wait and watch. read more

Oh my Goodness what a great little diner this is the food is amazing from the bacon cheeseburger to the philly steak or chuck wagon you can't go wrong & friendly and fast service read more

This is a simple place with hot food, not amazing, but definitely not bad! I loved the omelette I had, and the biscuits were good. The bathroom is hilarious, you have to grease up your backside and squeeze your fat butt (if you're large like me) in to get in front of the toilet. The closed down motel that it is next to it makes for a neat atmosphere. read more

Great place for lunch located in Candler. Very welcoming and good food. Easy to miss if you don't know where it's located. read more

Miami Restaurant - a restaurant with tables and chairs - Greek Near Me - Candler, North Carolina

If you blink, you'll miss this place. Very unassuming diner from the road, but super service and delicious food. Great prices, and quick arrival of food. This is great place to go if you want a home-cooked breakfast with generous portions. read more

Having lived in Candler for a number of years, we have continually meant to go in here, but only seem to remember that on Sundays, when they aren't open. Saturday morning is our only chance, and we finally remembered today. However, we walked in at 10:58, and they close at 11:00. I felt bad, but we were assured that it was definitely not a problem and they'd be happy to serve us, and happy they were. The place was just fantastic. It's everything you think of when you imagine a little diner where everyone knows everyone. Food was both delicious and incredibly cheap, plus quick as lightning. I finally tried livermush for the first time. Not bad at all. We will absolutely be back, and I wouldn't mind making a weekly tradition out of it. read more

The restaurant is a surprise when you enter it considering it is located on the back lot of a dilapidated out of business motel. It is very clean and not what you would expect from just passing by on the road. But as you enter the parking lot you will notice that it is filled with cars of locals and those who have discovered this unexpected little dinner. The food is well prepared and the staff is very accommodating to your needs. The prices are a little higher than what I expected but still reasonable I suppose for the cost of eating out these days. I would at least recommend trying it for a change from the fast food giants of today. Don't let the run down sign and the old motel throw you off as it did me, it is a really well kept and clean restaurant on the inside. read more

I love this restaurant the breakfast is THE BEST!!!!! And I know all the employees they are so helpful. Also is locally owned with so much stuff made that day like the biscuits. If you are looking for a restaurant this is the place to go. Don't let the look outside discourage you. P.S. it is only open to 11 on Saturday and is very busy read more

This is a fine establishment with great service and friendly people. The food is always fresh and delicious, we eat there ALOT

This is a local hang out. It's a hole in the wall that serves locally ground sausage for breakfast. They have your staples for Breakfast as well as omelets, liver mush and gravy. Very busy, closes at 11am on Saturday. If you aren't seated at 11am you don't get to eat. They are closed on Sunday and only serve breakfast /lunch M-F. I enjoy the Mediterranian omelet with feta, spinach and mushrooms. The tea is super sweet. read more

We were completely ignored to get a table. Other people just started walking in and taking tables. Not worth it.

Do not blink you could drive by a good spot to eat breakfast. They have great fresh local sausage. Pancakes are deliciousness on a plate..... service is not best, but food delivered hot. read more

This place is the best... A dying breed of americana diner culture. Walk right in and sit down like the rest of the locals. Whatever you order, get the potatoes and a biscuit. Make small talk with the nice waitresses and your neighbor. Enjoy it because this place won't be around forever... I hesitate posting this review because I love this place so much I don't want it to get any more crowded :-) Fortunately, most people won't drive this far from Asheville :-) read more

Wonderful spot for breakfast. Great service and good Southern breakfast options. Ask about the history of the place.

Breakfast was excellent! Highly recommend it. Beware though! At some point they will ask you, "toast or biscuits?" While this may seem like a simple and straightforward question, I urge you to answer with caution...and also answer toast. You're getting biscuits regardless. The real question they should be asking is "Do you want a side of toast with your biscuits, or would you rather eat so many biscuits that you turn into a biscuit?" Now if your goal in life is to turn into a biscuit then, by all means, answer biscuit. Just don't come crying to me when some crazy guy tries to pour gravy on you and cut you. Or jelly. Or apple butter....well maybe not apple butter, but definitely jelly. read more

Love Love love their food. It's the best Greek food I've had in a while. Fabulous service and the cost was appropriate. I'll be back. Thanks for a great experience read more

Love it. Good food at a great price! The breakfast is awesome! The best restaurant in the heart of Candler.

Even though this place is surrounded by an abandoned motel, don't let that fool you. I went for lunch and got a bacon cheeseburger with fries. The food was simple, but delicious in every way and I really enjoyed it. Lots of yummy lunch options and everything seems very affordable. Also, the waitress was really nice too. I have heard that the breakfast here is amazing too. I will definitely be coming back soon so I can try that too. read more

One of my all time favorite breakfast spots with freshly ground delicious sausage and very friendly service. It may look like just a run down old place but it's well worth the stop, and there is a reason it's always so busy. Yum! read more

We should have waited until we saw a Waffle House, it would have much been better than this...the now closed motel is completely off putting and you're definitely sketched out, but then you pull into the lot and see quite a few cars in front of the small restaurant and the cleaner looking exterior of the place and have a small sigh of relief. Walk inside, it's dingy, we look for the cleanest table and sit. Order food, drinks come, I grab the sugar and pour some in my coffee, as I'm putting the container down I notice ants, ants inside the sugar container. WTH, so gross. Told server, she scrunched her face and mumbled "dammit", in a way that indicates this isn't an unusual occurrence, and took the container away, a new and clean one wasn't offered. Food arrives, biscuits are soft on top and hard on the bottom, eggs were undercooked, breakfast potatoes looked like half mashed baked potato chunks saturated in a yellow grease. This place was a suggestion based on a suggestion by a local and there were definitely plenty of locals in there - Why? I have no idea. read more