The GREAT: prices. The prices are INSANE here. Most affordable meal ever. The service was also excellent. A bit slow because it was swamped, but our waitress paid attention to us and took care of us from beginning to end in an effective, friendly, and thoughtful manner.The GOOD: the food was pretty solid. At least the grilled chicken sandwich and the country fried steak.The BAD: the parking lot was a mess. Hard to get in and out of. Ownership sounds semi-incompetent based on what some of the waiters and waitresses said. They set a limit on how much you can tip. Are you serious? The bathrooms are also not great. Its a bit cramped inside - no way in hell we were dining inside in covid times. Much of the clientele werent exactly the type who would think much of covid as a threat to ones health.Oh man the salad was a joke too. Iceberg lettuce, tomato, cucumber, shaved carrots. Soggy, bland, awful. Seemed like a diversity add to their menu. Just checking off a box lol.OVERALL: A surprisingly good visit given that we had to bail on our first choice restaurants in Boone (way too crowded in Boone that Friday). I cant give this place five stars overall, but it had some definite five-star aspects to it (along with some two star aspects). Id go again if I lived in the area or if Boone is just too mobbed and you are headed north up the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Driving through Blue Ridge Parkway is an amazing experience but the best part of the trip was when I visited this place. Is a small place, nothing fancy but you get much more than food! People who saw me walked in welcomed me and immediately it was like if I entered a family gathering. The staff was amazing, the locals talked to me like we have known for years. Is a place where the same people go every day and know each other. I ordered a double bacon cheeseburger and a large coffee. When I got the bill I was shocked and asked the nice employee if she was charging me for the cheeseburger too. She said yes and I felt so bad because it was so cheap :( . The hamburger was super good and so were the fries, both my dog and I truly enjoyed it. Going to this place made my day!!
Lets start with the good.The service was friendly and helpful.Thats all.Not recommended.
Ive driven right past the Blue Ridge Diner many times and never found the time to go in and today that was proven to be a mistake. I set out to eat lunch there for the first time and Im happy I did. I had the special, country fried steak with gravy, mashed potatoes and black-eyed peas. The portion was huge, almost too much, the steak was crispy and tasted great. The peas were seasoned right and even the coffee was strong and good tasting. All in all, this will be repeated as often as it can be.
EXCEPTIONAL VALUE! Where else can you get a hot dog for under $2. Or a delicious burger under $4. I HAD A WONDERFUL PHILLY cheesesteak loaded with mushrooms,onions, and peppers on a fresh hoagy roll. Almost as good as Pats in Philadelphia! A great surprise find right in the middle of the blue ridge mountains in Boone NC.
Good place to stop while in the area. A lot of locals and pretty much a little bit of everything. They carry some glass bottled soft drinks such as cream soda and root beer which is an extra treat.
Special was meatloaf or ham on Tuesdays, so my husband opted for the meatloaf and I got the pepper jack burger. So glad we stopped in! The food was great, the corn nuggets(!!) were delicious (try them with their ranch dressing!), my son ate all his chicken tenders without arguing.Well definitely be back when were in the area.
I have been an absolutely satisfied, and faithful, customer of this fine establishment for more years than I can remember. The food never disappoints and at a fair price compared to going into town. I always appreciate how friendly the staff is and just how much it is a family atmosphere here. It is more than just a restaurant to me, it is like eating with family. I am happy to say that the owner, and the staff alike, are my friends and I look forward to seeing them and knowing that my money is helping someone locally rather than going out of town/state. So long as I am able, I will continue to be a completely satisfied patron of theirs.
Wow! The smile I received when I walked in the door made my heart skip. Southern hospitality at its very best. What a hidden gem. The salt and pepper catfish was also very tasty. Highly recommend and I cant wait to return.
Down home experience. Great pub fries. Service and food was great.
My favorite place to eat always sooooo good the people are very friendly
Clean, friendly and hot fresh food. Really enjoyed my meal and the environment that comes with this place. They are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Good food,good service,friendly staff
A must small diner experience that you will go back to often!
Great food and wonderful service. Never had a bad meal. Very sanitary and clean. Great prices and specials. I highly recommend!
Great little local place to eat.
Food was great as well as the service. Price wasnt too bad either. Will go back
Local spot, good customer service decent food
Awesome great home town place to eat. Food & staff are great!
Great service and great food. Only reason not 5* is food portions.
Just off the parkway (if you get the right crossroad)
Been there many times. Quality is going downhill.
Exceptional food and service..with a smile. Thanks for keeping the Mountain Kubota guys going! We appreciate yall so much!
Always delicious food and awesome wait staff.
Great food great staff friendly environment feels like youre eating with family. If you havent given this place to try you need to stop in sometime.
Awesome place, great service and great hot food!
Absolutely delicious! Philly steak sandwich, Salisbury steak, chicken tenders, corn nuggets, hushpuppies, mozzarella sticks ALL delicious! Service was wonderful! Will definitely visit again!
Not a mask in sight, including servers and cook. People sitting right at the counter, zero social distancing. Blatant ignorance- I guess they’re proud of it :) Lots of older customers and visitors too. As for food- typical diner food, nothing to write about. Did not eat at the place, took out- and really regretted ordering from them.
Its ok.
Great food, Great service, Very friendly and comfortable atmosphere. I have to drive two hours to get there and i go every chance I get. I also recommend it to anyone who likes good food. Cant wait until I get to go back again.
Definitely the kind of hospitality I have come to expect in this part of Appalachia. Western North Carolina people are the greatest. Here is wonderful food, excellent prices, excellent service, and kind people
Friendly people and service that is quick. You get greeted with a smile every time and food is great to. You have lots of different things to choose from. I will be going back here and would recommend you to check it out.
This is clearly a locals only type place. Influences from outside of the deep gap community are very few. How is it that Butter is too premium of an Item to afford for a diner? Have you guys ever heard of trans fats? The biscuits, and frozen boxes, and they still run out during service. They dont serve breakfast during the week, and dont bother trying to call they wont answer the phone. I really dont understand this part. How is that a good business strategy to not answer your phone?They get two stars because the ladies are nice. They are, however, completely unapologetic about not having butter. Food is edible, but definitely not restaurant quality.
GREAT HOME COOKING!! This is hidden gem near Blowing Rock and Boone. They have excellent food and large portions. The staff is friendly and caring. Its the perfect Mom and Pop diner close to the Blue Ridge Parkway. We will be going back!!
Love this country cooking restaurant very good food.
We all 3 got shrimp and they were great!
I really enjoyed the service here. Great place and Service. Wonderful people!
I absolutely love this place, the prices are good especially based on how much food you get. They have the best BLT ever. I have never had a bad meal here. The people who work here are wonderful and very kind.
Good food
Amazing food and excellent service. Will eat there many times to come
The absolute best place to get hotdogs, lunch and dinner plates and salad!!! Service is great and the staff there are warm and welcoming❤️
Down home, good food, good services. Like eating with family. Recommend you stop in and see for yourself. I would have given it a 5 if the seating was a little more comfortable.
Local diner with good quality food. I dont think everything is made from scratch (gravy, pie, beans) but they are buying high quality substitutes. Everything is seasoned and tastes great. Recommended
Great food and nice people!
Delicious food, friendly staff, affordable menu and large amount of food for what you pay! Wonderful location right off Blue Ridge Parkway. We will definitely be back!
Can get a country cooked meal reasonable prices
Excellent service and wonderful food.
Good food, friendly staff. Usually in and out pretty fast.
If you like a true mom and pop or greasy spoon experience in the best possible way, this place is for you. Great local diner food served by friendly local people. Burger, hot dogs, meatloaf, mac n cheese, fried okra, sweet tea, and a hundred other yummy things. Dont forget to try their fried corn fritters (I dont recall what they call them) they are fantastic!!
Quaint old school family owned diner just off the Parkway. Has become a tradition for my family to stop by when in the area.
Good value and tasty menu.
Every meal weve had at The BRD has been fabulously prepared Southern homestyle food. The service is excellent. The staff genuinely care for their customers. We will be loyal customers for years to come!
Great service and left fat and happy
Good country food & sandwiches fair prices good sweet tea
Friendly. Great Vittles.... Even better prices..
The staff are always friendly and the food and service are just great.!!! Plus good family atmosphere.
The food was passable and not a mask in site!
These guys are super friendly and the food is awesome! I always get the fried pickles, the best! Would deffinently recommend to a friend!
The food is always good with fair pricing and the staff is always friendly. Highly recommend this place
Great food, great place, great people
Good food 👍👌 Good staff 👍👍
Good food at a good price. Great service.
Always awesome!!!
If you like country cooking, you will like this place. Good food and good service.
It was gteat as always friendly. Great service
A quaint little diner with home cooking near the Blue Ridge Parkway. The wait staff is very friendly and the food is reasonably priced.
Nice place. Great service. Great food.
Great little local dinner with great food and service.
Great place to eat. Great atmosphere. Large variety on their menu.
Our favorite place on Thursday nights. Flounder night. Its great!
Awesome atmosphere. Great Food. Best Sweet Tea . Excellent customer service.
Great local diner. Friendly staff. Good food.
Great service, food is great and very well reasonably priced!
Great food off of the beaten path.
Friendly staff, fast service, best hot wings Ive ever had
Its a good old homecooking place. And it always tastes good!
Great food! Love finding little hole in the wall places to eat!
It was a fine experience, friendly staff, good food and wonderful unsweetened iced tea!
Always great food and friendly service!
You get your money worth. Almost all the food is still home cooked.
Tina is great weekday specials and Thursdays are my favorite with shrimp plate
Clean environment, great food, good prices.
Fair. Shrimp was without taste. Husband had fish and it was good.
Love to eat breakfast @ BRD great food✌
The food and service was great
I love this place. You get yours money worth.
Service is outstanding with a true southern flavor.
Awesome food and service
Best friendly service and the food was delicious.!!!
Good food and friendly service.
Great service and staff wonderful food
Fresh local cooking with excellent service.
The friendly service makes the food even better! Feels like family!
Good service and atmosphere. Food was average
Great food and service.
Good local food!!! The customers are very nice and friendly!
Good short order diner
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