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    Pop's Diner

    4.2 (151 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Blueberry Pancakes
    Aleksandra B.

    Great little spot. Does not give chain vibes at all. Stopped by on a Saturday adventure and was not disappointed. The menu is pretty standard for a diner but I'm sad to report that mimosas are missing. Otherwise kids indeed eat free and there's a decent selection for picky eaters (looking at my own offspring here). All staff were very friendly, service was speedy and our server was able to make complicated adjustments to the our meal, true MVP. The food was great, so much so a to go box traveled home with me.

    Two Egg Breakfast
    Joey M.

    Was on an animals without feet kick diet and decided on the classic two egg breakfast meal. The eggs were ordered and cooked perfectly over medium, fruit and 12 grain toast. The meal was fine but I can't understand why they only serve one piece of bread cut in half. Most restaurants serve up two slices of bread but not Pops. Again the meal was nice and the service was friendly as usual.

    Rump Shaker
    Shakira R.

    Something about Sunday morning screams waffles, and rather than going to the store to get the ingredients and pulling out my Belgian Waffle maker -I decided to go out to eat at a place that had been voted Best Waffles for nearly a decade (by the Virginia Pilot) - Pop's Diner Co. I would spot the bright yellow letters every time I drove down Northampton or visited Lynnhaven Mall and think I would try it out one day. Pop Diner's was opened in 2005 by two brothers who wanted to share the gift of homemade breakfast at any time in tribute to their father, Pop, who was renowned for making an incredible breakfast. The menu consists of breakfast, of course, and lunch items. Despite it being a holiday weekend, we sat down without a wait. I ordered the following: Corned Beef Hash Breakfast Classic Waffle Rump Shaker I requested the chef to grill the corned beef hash twice to give it an extra crispy texture - for a good mixture of salty and meaty. This classic breakfast has two eggs, toast, home fries, grits, or fruit. I ordered the scrambled eggs hard with cheese, a side of fruit, and an English muffin that I didn't even eat to save room for the main attraction - the waffle. The waffle was terrific--soft on the inside but nice and crispy on the edges. It was shaped like a flower, which definitely allows for a perfect crispy crunch in almost every bite. The Rump Shaker features Malibu, triple sec, pineapple, grenadine, and orange juice. It was refreshing. I definitely will be back, perhaps with my niblings (nieces/nephews), since kids eat free!

    Sarah Y.

    Its a nice and clean atmosphere. Love this place for breakfast or lunch. They also have a variety on their menu to choose from. Friendly staff and quick service. The waffles are the best.

    Morning Moon Sandwich

    Pretty decent diner spot on a busy road, plenty of parking around the building. The Morning moon sandwich had fresh salsa although it needed some extra hot sauce added to it. The wait staff are very friendly and kept my coffee and water filled. Inside is a typical diner vibe, booths everywhere. Not much of a view though since its location doesn't provide one. All around good spot, would be back for more.

    Chicken Country Fried Steak hash browns and scrambled eggs
    Dawn R.

    There was no wait because there was ample staff so the table tuen was nice. Not much ambiance definitely a place to eat a good meal and leave. LARGE portions so come hungry. I also had a bloody mary, not my favorite bloody mary but great presentation heavy on the spices in the mix, not a fan. I will be back! Our server was new, Danielle and very sweet.

    Pop's special .. Delicious!!!!

    Food was amazing , I ate her last year and couldn't remember the name . Thank God for google search ! The staff is pleasant and the food is reasonably priced as well as delicious

    Breakfast!!
    Trish K.

    Pretty delicious breakfast! I didn't realize it was a local chain. But the food is really good. The portions are a good size. Not too big, and not too small. You can do grits or home fries which were kind of like a cross between shredded potatoes and little potato chunks. I feel like if you got those potato chunk things extra crispy, they'd be really good. My grits came with a ton of butter on top. Just a heads up. The food came out really fast! I couldn't get over how fast the place served me. They also don't advertise the awesomeness that is kids eat free! Can't beat that. Or the fact they serve alcohol! What?! Mimosas and other drinks. I just had a water because I'm lame! LOL It wasn't super huge in there but you could easily sit 4 to 6 people. Probably some food for vegetarians. And if you go early enough, you can do breakfast or lunch! I'm sure I'll stop in again.

    Corned beef hash with eggs and an added side of bacon
    Arisha H.

    It's been over a year since I reviewed this location and unfortunately ran into the same issue. There was an odd smell like sewage/basement smell. Our waitress Lisa very attentive and patient as this was my mom's first time. We ordered coffee, southwestern omelet, and the chicken and waffles. My mom stated the chicken was juicy and tender. The maple apple bourbon syrup complimented the food well. If you're unsure like my mom was ask for it on the side you won't regret it! I had the southwestern omelet with breakfast potatoes well done. Not sure what happened but they ended up really mushy this time and unfortunately there was hair cooked into the omelet. Lisa immediately take the food away. A guy assuming the manager as he didn't introduce himself. He asked how we were doing and if he could get me anything else. Overall the staff has been great at this location but this is the second time hair was in my food. Can't say I'll return to this specific location.

    Had to stop my wife from stealing these cups
    Andrew B.

    Never have I ever been to Norfolk Va. so picked Pop's off Yelp. Small place seats around 70'ish. We came for breakfast, but you can order off the lunch menu too. Our server was training so I had to mess with her. The staff is genuinely friendly and being from NJ that took some getting used to. I got the Meat Lovers Omelette and because we are in the south I had to get grits. Almost got a bagel but because we're in the south I didn't. My wife loved the Cinnamon Roll pancakes, but couldn't finish them so I tried to help. I could have done without the orange cheese on my omelette, but that was my fault. All and all this is a great place for a good meal with great service.

    Karena R.

    Okay, okay, okay! Pops diner is a definite hit. I'm here visiting my hubs hometown and he said this spot was a must try. We arrive less than 40 mins before closing and the young lady that greeted us was so pleasant. The restaurant is cute not very big but like a comfort setting. Christmas music was playing in the background to help you with holiday spirit. After being seated she offered a variety of drink options. Let me just say this was the absolute best waffle I think I've ever had. Bacon infused. Soft on the inside but nice and crispy on the edges. Everything was amazing. Don't sleep on this spot & the menu is really good and both options are served all day. Close at 3p

    Coffee
    Tammy V.

    Amazing Service, Great Coffee but the food could be better. I ordered the cheesy Shrimp & Grits and they were extremely salty! (I did not add salt at the table) Not edible at all, however the server offered to give me another meal, or have the dish remade which is very much appreciated, it shows they care about customer satisfaction. Husband had the Meat Lovers omelette which he enjoyed. They do slap a slice of sandwich cheese on-top of the omelette rather than shredded cheese, I have never seen that before at a restaurant/diner but husband said it tasted fine.

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    The food was delicious! The staff were friendly and pleasant. Keep up the excellent customer service! Thank you!

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    Food was excellent. Service was exceptional. Restaurant was very clean and ambiance was very nice.

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    Always fantastic!!! Country fried steak you didn't even need a knife! A great choice for breakfast

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    We woke up on a Saturday morning and decided to do breakfast instead of our usual coffee date. We…read morekept driving by Brick House Diner and have never stopped so we figured today was the day! When we arrived it was busy but not full. The staff was polite and we were seated quickly. We ordered some coffee and took a look at the menu. At first glance, my daughter was stated the menu reminded her of waffle house at school. Gotta love college kids! I ordered a bacon and cheese omelet but omited the sides because I wasn't sure if they were gluten free. My husband also ordered an omelet, his was the meat lovers. He had toast and potatoes as his side. My daughter enjoyed a Eggs Benedict. The food came out pretty quick which was nice because it started to get quite busy. Our omelets came out and were huge and full of ingredients. I had no complaints. The eggs on the eggs benedict were a little over done but the rest of the plate was perfect so it didn't bother my daughter at all. Overall everything was really good and when we were leaving there was a wait so I'm glad we got there early. We will most definitely be back!!

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    This is an overall view of the bar area.  Photo taken January 1, 2026.
    This is an overall view of the bar area. Photo taken January 1, 2026.
    Home fries , 2 sausage Patties & fruit (substituted instead of eggs) comes with Belgium waffle combo
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    4.2
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    7.6 mi
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    chix and waffles were amazing- such great flavor on chix and syrup; coffee tasted great too,…read moreservice on point, go here and enjoy!

    What a disappointing experience . My family and I loved coming to pops diner for breakfast and…read moresometimes lunch dishes . We also have 4 kids under 5 years old so it's nice to go somewhere that offers kids eat free . Typically we sit in the corner and is a pleasant experience . This time not so much at all . Drinks for kids aren't included and usually I get them waters . Today I decided to order a sweet tea for them to share . So I ask the waitress to bring my 2 extra small kids cups so I can divide it. She brings larger ines but I just think it's probably all they have . She then proceeds to hand me the drink and say " I can't give you refills since you are dividing the drink " I reply and let her know I'm buying a drink that comes with refills I'm not going to ask for 3 separate refills absolutely not . I'll probably just ask for 1 refill on my 1 drink that I bought and divided for mt small children . She arguing me and it was to the point that I'd rather just hit have the drink . Then with a laugh she says "okay I can give you refills . " the whole encounter was strange and inappropriate and unnecessary. It made the whole finding experience afterwards strange and uncomfortable . So disappointing . We will Not be returning .

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    Dining room.
    Dining room.
    This is the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Croissant entrée.  Photo taken September 18, 2023.
    This is the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Croissant entrée. Photo taken September 18, 2023.
    This is the storefront to their new larger location.  Photo taken September 18, 2023.

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    This is the storefront to their new larger location. Photo taken September 18, 2023.
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    I had the absolute pleasure of enjoying lunch at Driftwood Kitchen today, and the ambiance…read morepossessed such a wonderful, welcoming familiarity that it felt as though I were returning to a favorite haunt. The restaurant is beautifully adorned with stunning beach murals that instantly transport you right to the coast it is a truly bright and captivating atmosphere. I also quite adore the design, which allows you to feel seamlessly connected to the artistry of the kitchen. The hospitality was entirely top-tier. My delightful server, Samantha, greeted me with the warmest welcome and expertly suggested a Bloody Mary to start, which was mixed to absolute perfection. To accompany my drink, I ordered the oysters, and they were flawlessly selected, beautifully fresh, and utterly divine. Samantha's attentive service was nothing short of immaculate throughout the entire afternoon. The location is spectacular, though I will note that parking can be a bit of a challenge toward the end. However, the exceptional caliber of the cuisine and service makes it entirely worthwhile. A completely satisfying experience I will most certainly be returning

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    Grilled Crab cake dinner with penne pasta & grilled asparagus
    Grilled Crab cake dinner with penne pasta & grilled asparagus
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    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

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    "One-Eighty-Five" Interior
    "One-Eighty-Five" Interior
    Shrimp and grits with side seared salmon
    Shrimp and grits with side seared salmon
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    4.5
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    12.1 mi
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    Coming here, all I heard about this place was how they had some of the best pancakes around. Of…read morecourse, as someone who would go to great lengths for a good pancake and/or waffle, we had to make the drive out here to try it for ourselves, and boy am I glad we did. Not only was the lady who served us beyond nice and helpful, but she also helped us make up our minds on what to order and was constantly checking up on us, but never in an annoying way. As for the food, it was absolutely amazing. The portion sizes are more than good enough, and the pancakes were silky smooth and packed with huge flavors. With so many options to choose from, they definitely have a flavor for everybody. The eggs Benedict were some of the best I've ever had. The hollandaise sauce was rich, creamy, and had that perfect buttery flavor without being too heavy. The muffin the eggs came on top of was fluffy and made for the perfect pairing. The breakfast platter was also very good and came with a great selection of meats and eggs. Everything was cooked well, and there was more than enough food to leave you satisfied. If you're around the area and want some amazing breakfast, I'd say look no further. The food, portions, and service were all fantastic, and I'd definitely come back again.

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