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Nate's Diner

4.6 (142 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Divey
Casual
Good for kids

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Breakfast Tacos
Jando S.

My never ending quest for the perfect hashbrowns lead me to Nate's, which was further motivated after realizing it was on my list for years. What I eventually found both surprised and delighted me, and Nate's gets a thumbs up overall. Pictures are deceiving as I thought the place would be larger but it's a tight fit for bigger groups. There are only a handful of tables but plenty of character. It's also a bit grimey, unsightly and even a tinge dodgey, which may be a deal breaker for others but is an immediate appeal to me. Two things immediately standout when it comes to the food: the portions and the prices are outstanding. The offerings are as no frills as the rest of the establishment. The other surprise was how much influence there was from Mexican cuisine. Hash browns were the goal, but chorizo and chilaquiles were the bonus. Another surprise? The hash browns weren't as crispy as I would have wanted. It's entirely plausible that I came on an off day, which happens. However everything else was on point as my chorizo skillet was absolutely dynamite, pancakes were fluffy and indulgent, breakfast tacos were outstanding, and my eggs were perfectly softly scrambled. Even the bacon and sausage patties were delicious, which is a tall order considering it's not likely made in house. Lastly, as someone who drinks cold water like it's a hobby (#1), I'm especially grateful for the massive 32 oz cup of water, which is perfect for someone who drinks like a camel. The staff is not the quickest but they are friendly. Spanish may go further with most and they're not the quickest when it comes to greeting folks or cleaning tables. The food is the star and consider paying in cash. ____________ (#1) I'm thirsty.

Michelle O.

The meatloaf had sold out by 11am, so it seems like it's still a popular item. I chose the country fried steak, which was crunchy and huge. It mostly tasted like slightly salty fried batter even though it looks like there's a good amount of meat. The mashed potatoes with white gravy was good. The broccoli was soft and slightly peppery. Staff clarified the cash cost (menu cost) vs credit card surcharge (3.99% of menu price). The grilled pork chop looked good (tender and seasoned well), even though it was thin.

Meatloaf
Glenda W.

Great service, convenient location with parking. I had the meatloaf w/ mashed potatoes and corn and my friend had a bacon cheeseburger. Both were ok. Nothing extraordinary but definitely not bad. Typical diner food. Good portion size for the price.

BLT
Jennifer G.

Not a place we would have even know about, but we were in the area and looking for breakfast. Tasty build your own omelette, perfect BLT, and great coffee. Service was very attentive and friendly. If in the area would definitely go back.

We forgot to take a picture till our last bite of banana  Nutella pancake
C s.

Bananas! This small nondescript diner, overwhelmed me (in a good way) with the flavor of bananas the cook managed to get in to their Nutella banana, pancake! The omelette with the hashbrowns inside was a thriller for texture, and with with the table side Cholula each bite was good for my taste buds too. Kat's Coffee and pancake syrup, flowed hot and fresh. We watched some chicken and waffles be delivered to the table next to us . I have a feeling I know what we're gonna order next time! By the end of breakfast, our son announced that this is where he wants to go for his birthday meal! Overall, this was a surprise. The people in the kitchen had their hairnets on, the bathroom was just okay. It was a nice meal to have between baseball games at Doss Park. Better than Chick-fil-A and open on Sundays for all the baseball parents We will be back to try the voodoo brew, Monday, meatloaf, battered to order chicken strips, and lunch!

Buttery flour tortilla
Linda K.

I've been checking out the reviews of this place since I live literally a minute away. Decided to check it out and it was a hit. I ordered the chicken fajita plate for lunch. It was really yummy. I thought the chicken would be super dry, but it was perfect well seasoned, and the right portion for lunch. I also got flour tortillas and corn tortillas which were amazing. Not sure if they were homemade, but they are dangerously delicious. There was one waitress working and she was working at all by herself. We were pretty surprised that there were people coming in and out to a place that we thought was a hole in the wall for the locals. This was our first time at Nate's diner and will be back soon. So if you're in the area stop by for lunch, they have really good delicious deals.

Valley Important P.

This valley important place for that homemade taste. Offering that Small cozy shop loved by locals! I highly recommended this diner if you're seeking a welcoming mom's and pops style . Must try on the north side for

Juan P.

Service was quick the place was empty . The ambiance chill and calm . The food great made quickly and everything was freshly cooked . Big menu with many different options highly recommended place to try out for some good home style cooking .

Eggs, Bacon & Hashbrowns (part of the sweet crepe deal) and a drink
Hiz H.

The food was delicious. I loved it and I would definitely go again! I liked everything. The place is also nice, it has a lot of personality. The customer service was nice as well.

Chicken fried chicken Big breakfast
Angelina M.

Better than I expected -- don't let the looks fool you. It honestly looked a little sketchy at first and I wasn't too sure about the bathrooms... but once I sat down and looked around, it really wasn't bad at all. We ordered and the food was great! I actually almost finished my plate, which is rare since I'm so picky. The menu had a lot to choose from, and you can tell it's family-run. I even noticed a few other tables already knew the server.

Waffle
Susan P.

Who knew? Breakfast available all day along with other goodies. Prices are right and the service attentive and personable. The exterior of this place is deceptive, with colored lights blinking and a sense of despair. The interior, however, tells a different story with colorful and well maintained decor. The big deal breakfast is a big deal. Come hungry.

Inside
Lucy L.

We like to support local businesses. Glad we came here. It's very casual and great atmosphere. The service was excellent and the food was superb. Breakfast never tasted so good.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the generous portions, varied menu, and friendly staff. The clean and cozy interior is appreciated despite an unassuming exterior.

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This little place has delicious breakfast, great customer service, support local business!

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I've never had better French toast! Our server Jeremiah, was fantastic! Love this place and will definitely be returning.

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This place is so comfortable, delicious and affordable! I highly recommend the brunch burger

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Love this diner! I have been 3 times and everything is good! Great prices for the portions.

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9 years ago

They have an excellent menu selection! We got the chicken and waffles for carry-out and couldn't be more satisfied with our order.

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