The kid was home from college, and after we hit the local thrift, we were looking around for some…read moreOxford grinds. The street situation precluded a few spots downtown, and since we weren't in the mood for our go-to taco place, we decided to head out to the Family Diner. The walk-in was awkward on our part- cash register or hot bar line first? A sweet call from the kitchen of "Y'all's first time?" got us headed in the right direction. Full disclaimer: I've been nostalgic for the southern cafeteria lately. While talking to some food industry friends last week, we realized there is something powerful about the food we all remember from K and W. And while Family Diner doesn't have a giant dining room or a 5-snake velvet rope line to get to the counter, it does take me back. Here's how we made our choices: the hot bar was a choice of three types of chicken- the baked and fried were tempting until the gentleman serving us says: "We can fry you fish to order. Flounder, trout, and catfish." The chicken got skipped for a plate of flounder (plentiful plate, btw), and a side of the Mac and cheese and cooked cabbage. The kid sampled the catfish plate, same sides. Sweet tea. And yes ma'am, I'd like the cornbread. Done. We sat down at a table in the main, cozy dining room. The first thing that I noticed: this place is clean- tidy, even. There was a super polite young man moving around and busing tables, tidying up unassumingly and doing it in a way that is lacking in some finer dining places I've been in recently. The food came out, piping hot. I used one of the malt vinegar packets to douse my flounder (a cafeteria habit) and dug in. The first bite was light and flaky, cooked perfectly. Nothing greasy-tasting, at all, just clean. The sides were great- nothing over seasoned, and like cooking at home, there was room for you to season things to your taste. Well played, Family Diner. The owner (I think? She was the one who guided us down the right path when we walked in) came out to make sure that we were happy, and yes ma'am, it's great, and holy cow, you just dropped this cornbread into the skillet and fried it? Yes, we will be back. It's unassuming, and it's just what the doctor ordered. It's a cafeteria, but it's clean and polite and makes you feel good that you ate there. It's soul food, but not just from an ethnic standpoint- it makes me happy and full and feel welcome and I'll be back.

Very congenial staff and excellent home-cooked meals! The fried chicken was mist and delicious…read more We'll be back!

The food was excellent, I got the Bissell breakfast. With some cinnamon butter on the side. The…read morebathroom was clean, our whole party really enjoyed their food. The host Dom i believe is his name initially he said a table of 6 would be an hour wait time on a busy Saturday. Then I asked about spilting the tables 3 and 3 to which he accommodated easily. Then when we saw where we were seating & that there was some empty tables after speaking to him he easily worked it out so all 6 of us can sit together. His service was above & beyond. Now the waitress brooklyn took care of all of us Iike she was servicing family at home. She was excellent, attentive and a reason we will come back to eat there. Once again we were all pleased with the staff, the speed of the food coming to our table even on a busy day, it being clean as well. I definitely recommend coming here.

Metro Diner is extremely popular. You have to be brave to gone here on a weekend as the wait can…read moreexceed an hour. We decided to wait it out one day after a previously failed attempt. The menu is large and varied. I wanted both fried chicken and traditional breakfast food and they were able to accommodate both. The food comes out fast, so they are able to move people in and out fairly quickly. The pancakes are huge but good. I would definitely come back, but on a weekday.

This is a great "hole-in-the-wall" grill with Southern comfort food and charm. The staff is very…read morefriendly, attentive, and charming. You order at the counter, and the food is then delivered to your table. I ordered the two-egg breakfast plate with my eggs sunny-side up, with grits (hash browns were also an option) and sausage. I also ordered two buttermilk pancakes. The sunny-side-up eggs were perfectly cooked. I put one egg over the grits and the other on the pancakes, then broke the yolks -- it was delicious. The yolk mixed nicely with the perfectly made grits and fluffy pancakes. It is a small place and was crowded with regulars, which gave it a welcoming neighborhood feel. I am going back to try other plates -- I noticed several people ordering the catfish, and it looked excellent.

Maybe we came too late in the day? Maybe this is just a quick hot meal that hits the spot when…read morethere is (literally) no other hot n ready fast food option around? Nothing is made from scratch, in house and was all little to no flavor. Perhaps this is why salt shakers were the only seasoning on each table. No hot sauce, no hot peppered vinegar, not even black pepper. Just salt. Fried chicken was your standard Sysco/Bulk pre-breaded run of the mill, drop into fryer and keep hot variety. The mashed taters n gravy were instant and of the cheapest bulk commercial variety as well, and the Mac & cheese? I knew it when I saw it but it was the only other decent side available as my first pick of fried okra was not available. For $25 for two people, I'd hit a Bojangles or Popeyes instead of coming here and actually feel full. Darn shame as I'd had high expectations for this mom & pop place, and truly wanted a real-deal Southern soul food meal which this was absolutely not. Maybe their breakfast options are actually made in-house and better? They would need to do so AND be open by 5 AM if they want to profit rapidly and substantially on the ever-increasing commuter to and from Raleigh transplants because the supper choices? Definitely not Granville County's finest. I'd suggest the owners of The Wilton Grill go work for a week from open to close at Apple Market up near South Boston to see how breakfast, lunch and supper is done. I'll try breakfast if and when they are open for wee hours and the planets align, but I doubt I will come here again for lunch or supper unless there's some soul and seasoning slapped into and on the menu. This was on point with elementary school lunch foods. I will say the styrofoam plates and cups, plastic forks, cup lids and straws were clean. They do accept Apple and Google pay, they also give you the option to tip which, lol, I'm not sure what for. This place could be a gold mine in the right hands.

Coffe was not good. The breakfast was only so so. Not worth going out of your way for breakfast…read more Staff was very efficient and super friendly. Looks like a locals favorite.

Classic small town charm with some fantastic cooks…read more First visit for breakfast. Home fried potatoes. Best I've had in 10 years and hundreds of breakfasts. Order them. Side pane cake came out hot and fluffy. The batter was so enticing I shared it with my friend. Had too. Only polite thing to do. Renegade Benedict. Was asked how I wanted my egg, the waiter countered my poached with over easy. I accepted. Gravy was fantastic. The sausage gravy was on top of another whole sausage patty. Dare I say sausage on sausage was too much. Biscuit- fluffy and firm. Will be back for a lunchtime or two. Many of the items are home made.

Pretty good food and very pleasant waitress. I had a grilled chicken sandwich, my wife a ham and…read morecheese and son a cheeseburger. All was cooked well and we finished everything. They forgot my chips but not a big deal. Reasonably fast. Would recommend

Be sure to have the pie... even for breakfast. Breakfast ends at 1030! Don't miss it . That said…read morean excellent BLT is an alternative. Large big Dave omelets. Excellent service, clean enough for your mother in law.

Just learned about this place (which had been here for 8 years) so wanted to try it out. What a…read morehidden gem! Ordered breakfast and was not disappointed at all. The pancakes were light, the bacon crisp, and the eggs just right. Service was great! The hostess was very welcoming as was our server "Marta". We had already ordered our breakfast and Marta overhead me say that my partner loves minestrone soup. Wouldn't you know she came over with a small bowl of the soup for my partner to try. She loved it! Their soups are all homemade with a different one available daily. We can't wait to go back for a lunch meal. They have burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, etc. Nice variety of offerings. The place has a nice homey atmosphere with both booths and tables. Try it. You won't be disappointed!

Decided to try this place as we had never been before. It was quite crowded but were seated…read moreimmediately. I ordered the make your own omelette including bacon sausage and cheddar cheese and crispy home fries and for an up charge an English muffin. The omelette was on the smaller side but tasted good. The home fries were crispy but not seasoned well at. Ll.

Delicious food, great prices, and very friendly waitress! we were visiting from out of town and…read morewere so hungry and were so happy to find elmo's diner. the menu is very large and diverse. we especially enjoyed the malts

Elmo's is the diner you have been looking for…read more We stopped by on a Saturday morning for breakfast. We were lucky, because a line formed after we were seated, so get here early. Our server, Megan, made sure we had hot coffee and tea in a flash. She also checked back several times to keep our cups topped off and hot. She was wonderful. I had the Greek omelet, with spinach, feta, kalamata olives and tomatoes. I also had a side of home fries, grits and a beautiful biscuit. My wife selected the farmers omelet and my daughter had the gorgeous biscuits with gravy. Everything was served hot and fresh. In fact, I have to say that this is one of the best diner breakfasts we have ever had. I hope to return to Durham, because this will be on the top of my list. Well done Elmo's. You have set the diner bar very high. Your food and service is top notch and made our visit to Durham that much better!

I love Silver Spoon I just went with a few friends and their breakfast foods are so good I am a…read morehuge fan of the duke with the potatoes and veggies! The staff are always friendly and Suha is just always so nice! I ran into her the other day and she came up to me and hugged me and said she missed seeing me at Silver Spoon! Their fresh desserts are always so delicious!

Started our drive back to DC with breakfast here on Saturday morning. This place starts the…read morestandard for food and service. Waffle with fresh strawberries and real whipped cream, scrambled eggs light and fluffy, and corned beef hash crispy but not burnt... couldn't be any better.. and the service was outstanding... she filled our thermoses with tea or water and brightened up our morning. She also said nice things about our convertibles too! If you're on the area you MUST give these folks a try.

Looking for a good breakfast while in town so gave this place a try. Seats available around 10:30…read moreon a Saturday morning. Husband and I both ordered the veggie omelet with hashbrowns. Hashbrowns were perfection -- cooked crispy. Omelette was full of veggies and cheese. Biscuits were fluffy. Prices were reasonable and service was good.

We love a country diner and this one did not disappoint.The atmosphere was lively and the food was…read morefresh and homemade. The food took a little longer than usual to come to the table but was well worth it in the end. Their bacon was crisp and savory. The real eggs were fresh and the gravy was smooth a nicely seasoned. an