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    Wayside Family Restaurant

    3.7 (19 reviews)
    InexpensiveDiners
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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

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    It would be great if they would give you butter with your breakfast and hot coffee instead of lukewarm coffee

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    4 years ago

    My wife and I had lunch here today and we loved it. Friendly staff, great food and it was very inexpensive. We will certainly be back.

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    3 years ago

    A bit pricey but good food and the waitress's are awesome! Go there quite often for lunch and will continue

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    7 years ago

    Great breakfast! Loved their omelet with a variety of cheese and filler options cooked right in with the eggs! Best one I've found in NC.

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    16 years ago

    Great place, Good place to start the day. Everyone knows each other, I'm probably the only Yankee that goes there.

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    13 years ago

    Food was terrible. I ordered pancakes they were burnt.

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    Sunshine Family Restaurant

    4.3(65 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    I was in the area running an errand early Saturday morning. I searched for breakfast near by and…read moreSunshine came up first. Checked a few reviews and it seemed like a good spot. Walked in, we were seated immediately. The inside has country decor which was cute. It seemed a little outdated and could use a deep cleaning. The coffee cups had dents around the edges. Looked as if they were teeth chips. Yikes. Our server was awesome, friendly , smiling and very helpful. There was a lot of foot traffic of people in and out dining in and to go orders. It took a little while for our food to come out but not a big deal. There was absolutely no flavor or seasoning in any of the food. The food presentation was nice, but everything was bland, tasteless. Even adding salt did not help. For me, its a hard pass on returning. When we checked out, I noticed that their health score was a 90. We didnt notice that before hand and would have passed. Customer service gets 5 stars alone.

    We arrived around 11:30 on a Saturday and were greeted right away.They were pretty busy, however we…read moreonly waited about 10 minutes. A cute restaurant decorated farmhouse style. I ordered the 3 eggs over medium with bacon and hashbrowns. The eggs were almost overcooked but still good. Bacon was cooked perfectly, nice and crispy. The hash browns had a funny taste which I think was from the oil they use. My husband had 3 eggs over medium with two large pieces of liver mush and breakfast potatoes. He loved all of it.

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    Midnight Diner

    3.9(1.5k reviews)
    19.6 miUptown
    $$

    We came to Charlotte for a concert and decided to stay the night instead of driving home. By the…read moretime we got settled in, dining options were pretty limited, so we searched online and this spot looked like the best choice -- and we're glad we found it. When we pulled up, there was a police outside, which didn't bother us. If anything, it made things feel more secure. They also use a metal detector when you walk in before being seated. Don't let that scare you off though -- this place is a well-oiled machine and everything felt organized and under control. Our server was fantastic: calm, attentive, and never pushy. I ordered the country fried steak with collards and mashed potatoes with gravy, and my husband got a burger. My meal was excellent, and it came with a perfectly flaky biscuit. The tea was Southern SWEET tea, too. My husband said his burger was good for a diner, fresh vegetables and the fries were seasoned well. The diner itself is adorable, full of character and charm. Overall, we had a great experience and would absolutely come back.

    Review for Midnight Diner…read more classic, retro-style diner--the kind with a counter, cozy booths, and a nostalgic vibe. The only thing missing is a waitress calling you "hon," and honestly, that might be part of the charm. I was craving a West Coast favorite--chicken fried steak--which I quickly learned is called country fried steak here in the South. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner... it didn't matter. I wanted comfort food, and this place delivered. I ordered takeout and picked it up without any hassle. They have their own private parking lot, which is a huge plus, especially for an Uptown location. It's situated right across from the Hyatt Regency and along the light rail, so I can imagine it gets very busy--particularly if you're heading to or leaving the Spectrum Center. This is exactly the kind of spot where you grab a solid meal to soak up whatever you've been celebrating. And the food? Generous. Very generous. My order included: * Country fried steak with gravy * Mashed potatoes * Pancakes * And, because curiosity got the best of me, their coconut French toast That coconut French toast was the wildcard--and it did not disappoint. Sweet, indulgent, and definitely a treat. Between that and the rest of the meal, it was a lot of food, but I was very happy. The price point is reasonable, the service was fast, and the whole experience felt easy and reliable--exactly what you want from a diner. Next time, I'd like to sit inside and enjoy the full experience, because the atmosphere looks like part of the fun. As someone still exploring Charlotte as a foodie after relocating from the West Coast, it's always nice to find places that deliver those nostalgic comfort-food moments--and this one absolutely did. Bottom line: Great comfort food, generous portions, easy parking, and a classic diner vibe. A solid go-to spot in Uptown, especially when you're hungry and want something satisfying.

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    4.4(203 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Came here for the 1st time. Mother's day brunch! We arrived around 1045am. Of course it was packed…read more They didnt take formal reservations to guarantee seating at a certain time, but you could call ahead and place your name on a list to get seated ahead of the crowd once you arrived. My daughter called and when we arrived, we were lucky and was seated right away as a table was coming open. Small inside footprint but cozy with a full bar. Also outdoor patio seating. The hostess, our waitress and the walk around staff refilling water was top tier. Excellent customer service. Our waitress wasbbomb, I hate i forgot her name. Even though the place was packed she tooknour order in a timely manner, and kept checking on us be9fre we got our food,.kept us informed that the kitchen was busy but she on it. Allnifnkur food was delicious. My daughter had chicken and Belgium waffles, and I had the shrimp amd grits, my mom had a breast platter. All great choices. Give them a try!

    This must be a go to spot for locals but I am not impressed…read more The setup is cute and the staff is friendly but let me get into the real... the food. If you don't eat pork skip this place! Seriously. Everything has pork. I got a handheld egg sandwich with tomato and cheese on a croissant with their potatoes. Basic sandwich, dry and the cheese & tomato were an extra charge. The potatoes were hard like they're old. The mimosa was good, regular sparkling with pineapple juice. And their tip machine doubles the recommended amount so for my $9 mimosa it generates a +$3 tip at 18 % but it should have been under $2. Just wanted to point that out too. I won't be back.

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    19.3 mi
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    It is no longer johnnys but it has same decor and menu…read more Prompt service from Nadia my server was excellent and piping hot food arrived the fastest in recent memory. I had the Wed special turkey with stuffing and cranberry . It was fresh and I enjoyed it but the side of fried zucchini with ranch dressing was the star. The lite batter was crispy without being greasy. It was so good I ate it all and took most of the rest home. Easy parking will make it easy to come back

    So - first of all - this place is now know. As the Mooresville Family House. Not sure when the new…read morename and management came but here we are. I started with the orzo tomato spinach soup with feta ($3.99). I wasn't sure what to expect as I get a pasta salad done similarly but I can tell you that I was highly impressed with the tomato based broth, the depth of the broth, creamy consistency of the orzo and pieces of fresh spinach. A side of crumbled feta accompanied it to toss in - and it definitely added to the flavors!!! I originally came here for the fried catfish - and it did not disappoint! Two pieces of fish, two sides (collards and broccoli cheese) and hushpuppies was $16.99. I had originally gotten the squash but I'm not a fan of breaded and fried. My server was gracious and let me swap it out. My service was quick, my server was the absolute sweetest and I'm already trying to figure out my next visit!

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    3.6(310 reviews)
    8.5 mi
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    Stopped here because we had a child who wanted mac and cheese for lunch and the menu was big enough…read morefor each of us to be happy. I ordered the fried chicken over rice with pepper gravy expecting pieces of chicken, but it was actually a chicken steak/breast. Regardless, it was delicious; the crust was crunchy and crispy and deliciously seasoned and the gravy over the rice was perfect. The corn muffins and collard greens were great, too. I also had a side of mac and cheese, but with all the food, I never got to it! Unfortunately, my friends' experience was not as great as mine. One friend ordered spaghetti and meatballs and got meat sauce and another friend said her spanakopita was too salty. The prices here are ridiculously reasonable, especially compared to prices from my hometown. Service was good and refills on the water and sweet tea were plentiful! They even offered a cup of tea to go! Nice touch!!

    My daughter picked up a couple of entree's (meatloaf & lasagna) from here and there were delicious…read moreand good priced. A couple days later we decided to go in & order our food 'to go' - Seafood Platter & Chicken Alfredo. While walking in we met the friendly manager/owner. I noticed that 70% of the customers were senior citizens like me! Turns out that my seafood platter tasted okay but only had 2 small hush puppies the size of a quarter. The fish was a little hard and my scallops (4) were fried frozen texture&taste with 2 stuff crab was just okay. No oysters. The portion size was not 'Platter". The Chicken Alfredo was bland & hardly any sauce or chicken. We added store bought Alfredo Sauce. I assumed due to the lightly seasoned food and portion size it's a perfect spot for us seniors!

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