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    Pete's Diner

    4.3 (20 reviews)
    InexpensiveDiners, American
    Open 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    Alyona Z.

    I came here for lunch on a Wednesday with my friend. We were greeted immediately and given somewhere privately to sit since we had an infant with us. The staff was very friendly and attentive. We were given menus upon sitting down and told their daily special. Moments later our drinks arrived. It wasn't even 10 minutes later that our food arrived. And wow it was delicious! Also, their prices are so low it was a nice surprise. I ordered the roast beef with sides and my friend had their beef pot roast. We definitely filled up and enjoyed every bite. We will be returning here again in the near future without a doubt.

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    Elizabeth C.

    Out on a whirlwind trip, we had some time to kill right around lunch time... We we kind of on the middle of nowhere, so our choices were limited. We came across Pete's and decided to stop. The place was hopping, obviously a favorite with the locals, and we definitely got a "hometown" feeling while we were there. The servers were all really sweet and the service was swift and efficient. I ordered a burger and fries and they were good. We ordered milkshakes for the road, and those were delicious! All in all we were not disappointed. Proving sometimes, the best places are the ones you just stumble upon!

    The country fried steak with three sides for $6.50 is a heck of a bargain! Delicious and made to order fresh. Yum!
    Steve M.

    What a neat little "hole-in-the-wall" type of place. If you happen to be driving by on the new 27 and looking for a quick bite and need to stretch your legs this is the place to do it. Food is fresh, hot, made to order, short order cook style. The special of the day was fried chicken with three sides, but I opted for the country fried steak. It was super delicious and cooked to order. I had country fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, Mac and cheese, brown beans and cornbread with a Diet Coke and it was $8.47 OUT THE DOOR. Now come on, where nowadays can you get a meal like that out the door, tax, title and tag, for $8.50? And I didn't even mention the fresh cobblers and ice cream sundaes they have too. What a killer, right off the beaten path, hole in the wall, places to eat. Now it's not Jeff Ruby's, and if you don't mind sharing a meal with all the local folks wearing their work boots, stop in and give Pete's Diner a try. You won't be disappointed.

    Pork tenderloin, mashed potatoes and green beans

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    Love this Diner. Great food and you can't find better service. They go above and beyond with hospitality and their cook is fantastic!!

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    Great service, great food, and a friendly atmosphere. I love coming here! It's close to home and I love the cozy small town feel!

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    11 years ago

    Great Dinner !!! Pork Tenderloin, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Green Beans, Cole Slaw and a drink for under double digits.

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