Tramway Diner

My husband had the Cuban, he said it was good. I had the grilled chicken pita and it was good.read more

We came here to see a band we really enjoy and they were great! We hadn't been to S&B before and it…read morewas quite the drive to get there. Even tho we planned to arrive well before the band would start playing to have dinner, we were lucky to find a parking place, let alone a table. The interior inside is really lovely. The staff is terrific and the food was very good. I had the pastrami Ruben with the tomato & cucumber salad. Both were very tasty. My spouse had a BLT and a salad which she enjoyed. For dessert we shared the butter toffee bundt cake that has a caramel glaze and is topped with a small scoop of local ice cream. It was absolutely incredible!! We wanted to order another, it was so good! If we're in the area sometime I'd like to stop in for lunch and that mouth watering bundt cake. I would hesitate to come back in the evening, only because as the night went on there were some patrons so drunk that the atmosphere started feeling really amped up in a concerning way, like a fight was about to break out at any moment. It's not a big place inside so it could quickly get out of hand. I can say when something like that happens anywhere, it's not a situation to find yourself in as an innocent bystander. Had it not been for that element it would have been a really enjoyable night out, but alcohol and aholes don't mix well together. I'm still going to rate it high for the delicious food, friendly and attentive service, the beautiful interior, and the great music.

Brisket cooked poorly, cut wrong and no trimming of the fat cap.

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Monthly bottle choice. Solid local cider.

The Flame Steakhouse

4.0(131 reviews)

3.2 mi

Just left the restaurant - Genuine 5 star experience…read more Alyson C was our server - couldn't have asked for a better server! Sooo friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, & accommodating. Solely based on her recommendation, I ordered the Brussel sprouts (and I have not eaten a Brussel Sprout in 40 years). They were delicious - especially with the balsamic glaze (ask for it on the side). Everything we had was delicious: crab dip, fried oysters, scallops, rib eye, fillet tips, strawberry shortcake... wine.... Our steaks were definitely high quality & cooked as requested. Everything was perfect. We WILL be back. I don't give 5 stars unless the food is nothing like chain restaurants, the staff is friendly, and the experience made me feel special while I was there.

Decided to try The Flame again for a family meal. Made an early 415pm reservation and there was…read moreonly one other family there, it was a Wed though so that is expected. We had the rib tip appetizer and salads and they were all good. We also had the ribeyes with a sweet potato and loaded potatoes and ny strip with baked potato. We all thought they were great. Ally was our server and she was amazing, attentive and extremely helpful. We feel that the food and service have improved and will return sooner than we did last time.

Prime rib with baked sweet potato

Seafood bisque

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Medium prime rib

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q

First time here. Food was good. The team there was on point. Nick was so informative and helpful…read more He went through the menu and talked through the favorites. He was there to refill drinks. He even came back after we were done eating to ask us how we enjoyed our meal and wanted to know specifically about each side and the chicken fingers. It was literally four star service in a fast food restaurant..

Smithfield Chicken is a trusted local spot that never disappoints. One thing I always appreciate is…read morehow friendly and attentive the staff are, constantly making ppl Look sure your drink is topped off and that you have everything you need. The restaurant is always clean, welcoming, and consistently delivers good food. The chicken is crispy, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for every time. Even though I don't usually eat pork, this place always has some of the best pulled pork around. The sides are fairly average and nothing that really stands out, but their sweet tea--and even the ice--are truly some of the best. Sometimes it's the little things that keep you coming back.

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Catherine Ann’s Filipino American Grill and Sweets

4.2(21 reviews)

4.4 mi

My daughter and I swung by there before heading home. We got the ube milkshake and some cookies…read more Let's just say the milkshake didn't make it home, and the cookies were super tasty too!

So hard to find Filipino food in this area but Catherine Ann's does have a few select menu items to…read morefill that need. There's plenty of seating inside (looks like a remodeled fast food restaurant) with a bakery case full of cookies & an ordering counter. Service was friendly. Our food was pretty good overall.

Catherine Ann’s Filipino American Grill and Sweets

Filipino BBQ Skewers, Lumpia & Pancit Classics

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Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

2.7(27 reviews)

4.5 mi

I love a good buffet! The service was great, and the staff was friendly. This Golden Corral…read morelocation was okay overall. The food was decent, but nothing really stood out to me. Not a bad experience, just an average one.

September 2nd 2024 3:00pm. Went today expecting the…read morewonderful food . Was so disappointed on so many levels from the start. Entered and took our place in line, no one at the register. Had to get the to go cups as nothing else was available. No sweet tea available and all soda was inop except for two or three. Found a table which wasn't difficult. However when going up to get food, there was very little! No shrimp,no steak,no ham etc. choice was chicken or a hamburger. No crouton's and the salad bar looked old. Very disappointed and will never go back. Note we were not the only ones saying this.

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Local Joe's Tap & Grill

3.7(46 reviews)

3.8 mi

Just visiting town but, great selection of craft beers. Go Local for the beer and the comfortable…read moreatmosphere. Pizza? Well, edible. But. Memo to kitchen: use the actual ingredients you list in a dish; don't smother a veggie pizza with olives and not mention olives, but omit listed ingredients. It matters. Service/ awesome. Consider: Turn off TV audio if music is blasting. It's a noise cluster€*#k when both are cranked up.

We visited Sanford recently and had a great time at Local Joes. Drinks were fantastic and we loved…read moreour server. Chips and Salsa went along very nicely with our drinks as we didn't have time to eat a meal. We definitely would visit again while in the area.

Old Fashion

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Bar seat view

Mrs Wengers Restaurant

3.7(21 reviews)

3.9 mi

Sets the Bar for Diners in NC. …read more Clean, family run for 50+ years, low prices, quality of meal and great service makes them extremely difficult to beat. . Sausage Links (large size and sourced local) and Eggs is my favorite. Pinto Beans also a favorite (only on certain days) and there is a Monthly Menu at the counter. I have never had a bad meal there. . Only Negatives; only open until 2:00 pm and not close enough.

Simple old time cafe with amazing service. I had their breakfast platter and the serves was so…read morenice. You can tell the foods good here by the amount of regulars that come here.

Hot cakes and bacon

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Two biscuits with sausage and gravy

Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries

4.1(68 reviews)

4.6 mi

Great service. Greeted quickly upon entry and waitress came to the table. Food came out correct and…read moreonly a short wait. The fried pickles rocked and they have really good ranch. Burger special ordered with toppings, fried chicken sandwich with pickles, grilled cheese and hotdogs all came as ordered and enjoyed. Ambiance is a mix between fast food and diner.drive through option.

The food is always excellent. My problem is with mobile ordering. I put in my order around 5:30 for…read more6:30 pickup. Arriving, I proceeded to drive thru and was told online orders must be picked up inside. (Upon double checking site, no such notice is stated). So I parked went in only to discover that their system doesn't post online order til pick up time! I sat I. Resturant til my order came up. . Lesson learned. Just go to drive thru next time.

Restroom

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Applebee's Grill + Bar

2.0(90 reviews)

3.7 mi

As Applebee's goes this was ok. We all Order apps and a…read morebeverage. The food came out quick and our waitress was super friendly. We sat in the bar area.

Haven't been to an Applebees since moving to NC, 5 yrs ago! Loved them in Ohio! This one is much…read morebigger than any I have been in, service was great! Specially because I was with a group of 12. (Separate checks!). Our server kept our orders strait and was very helpful by changing out an order of soup when the first one didn't seem like the one ordered. We all ordered differently but all the food was great! I'd happily return.

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Lisa D.

11 years ago

I usually go for breakfast on the weekends, and love it food service always great. Decided to try dinner and it was just as good,restaurant is always clean good food and service. love the different theme for days of week. read more

Tammy D.

9 years ago

Huge fan of diner food, and this place doesn't disappoint! The portions are very generous and the prices are amazing. Servers are friendly and attentive. I'm a regular! read more

Mark G.

10 years ago

Love Love Love this place! Awesome waitresses! Awesome food! Good prices! We eat here at least 2 times a week! Highly recommend!! You will love it! read more

Berry N.

9 years ago

Had lunch on Tuesday and it was great! Now we are having dinner tonight...Italian night...trying the Lasagna! GREAT PLACE!

Alpha B.

8 years ago

Me and my family always come here and always have a nice time. If you come here you will have nice food with great service.

Brad H.

12 years ago

Bad waitress said I smell like gas food was bad !

Rita L.

12 years ago

Good Food and Great Staff.

Tramway Diner - newamerican - Updated November 2026

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