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    The Lunchbox Diner

    4.5 (137 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    James A.

    Small town diner located in Mount Vernon, Washington, serving up classic diner fare in building that has housed a diner since the 1940's Our group of eight took an early morning tour of the RoozenGaarde Tulip farm, so when it was over, we needed a nearby place to have breakfast. The Lunchbox Diner seemed like a good choice to have enough variety to satisfy our entire group. We got lucky in that there was two empty tables that could be put together to seat us, and we ended up staying over an hour there. Our table ended up ordering French Dip with fries ($17.99), Reuben Sandwich with cup of turkey noodle ($17.99); Patty Melt with cup of tortilla soup ($20.99); Smash Burger ($14.99); Breakfast Sandwich ($12.99); Kids Cake breakfast ($11.99); chocolate milk ($3.99); Coffee ($3.49); Fountain Pop ($3.49). The bread used for all the sandwiches were good: hefty with good thickness and grilled nicely. Everyone was friendly, and our party seemed to enjoy their meal. You can pay up front with credit card, and by the time we left, the place was getting really full.

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    James R.

    Food is very tasty. The waitress was very nice and kept our drinks full even with a full restaurant. The restraunt is a quaint little place with about 14 tables and 6 bar stools. The onion rings ca.e out so hot we had to let them cool. There is not a lot of street parking close by, so you may have to walk a block or two. Get there early because the locals fill it up about noon. This is a must try restraunt.

    Jason G.

    Another great local restaurant with early hours and a fantastic breakfast menu. I enjoyed their chicken fried steak, gravy was a bit much but the food overall was good.

    One of the best chicken fried steaks!
    Nadia M.

    If you're looking for a place that locals frequent and delicious food made from scratch, you found it! Great, quick service, endless yummy coffee refills, and food that begs to be eaten, but your tummy is smaller than your eyes. We'll be back!

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    Roald M.

    Charming, old-school diner that keeps up with the times with generous servings, full range of dietary options, and reasonable prices. Endlessly flowing coffee pairs well with their thick-cut sandwiches, comforting biscuits and gravy, and eggs any way you want them. Staff are quick, friendly, and treat the regulars drifting in and out like family.

    Breakfast sandwich with a biscuit instead of sourdough.  Make the mod and trust me on it
    Barry C.

    If you want a great brunch spot this is the place to be. Call ahead for a table because it will be busy! Really friendly staff and they were able to accommodate a large group of us (12 people) on a short notice (within 30-minutes). I was not sure what to order, so i decided to browse yelp to see some of the pictures for inspiration and what screamed at me was the breakfast sandwich. The breakfast sandwich comes standard on sourdough, but several of us asked for it to be on a buttermilk biscuit and wowowowowow that was good. Its a killer biscuit with scrambled eggs, choice of protein (bacon, sausage, or ham) with cheese. Keep in mind it is just a sandwich so if you want a little more food add on a side. i went with hashbrowns and they were hot and soft in the middle and golden crispy on the outside. My 8-year-old taxed 80% of my hashbrown because it was that good. If you want a side of pancakes, it is HUGE. start with just one unless you are hungry and they are really good. I bookmarked this place and definitely will be back! this place is the place for brunch up in the Mt. Vernon area!

    The Big D. Breakfast*

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    Thank you Shonna, we are glad you like us so well. We like you too.

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    By far the best breakfast I've ever had. I will be saving this place on my map and next time I'm up north I'll be stopping back.

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    Exactly what we expected. Friendly service, huge diner portions, delicious breakfast/lunch.

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    Good food as any other place. Service was really good. Loved the lunch boxes around the wall.

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    Really enjoyed the breakfast and service here. Open kitchen and small seating area. Food was delicious, service was friendly.

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    Great Dinner, nice staff. Old school with a old lunch box theme. They really seem to care for their food and customers.

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    Thank you, Julia. It's always a pleasure to see and serve you.

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