6 Classic North Carolina Diners

Lucy in the Rye — Sylva

In the leather booths of this Jackson County diner, guests dig into American classics like buttermilk-fried chicken on Belgian waffles, burgers, BLTs, and phyllo spinach pie, which nods to the owner’s Greek heritage. And even little guests are celebrated at this establishment: Instead of children’s menus, kids are given pieces of paper and crayons to draw masterpieces that will be taped on the wall of the restaurant after their meal, leaving colorful pieces of art for future patrons to admire as they savor fluffy biscuits and steaming cups of coffee.

Sylva, NC 28779

(828) 586-4601

Franklinville Diner — Franklinville

This eatery’s location in the heart of Franklinville makes it an ideal gathering place for groups like the men’s Monday morning Bible fellowship, firefighters from the local station, those celebrating special occasions. Although the diner dishes out comforting classics like omelets in the morning and meatloaf for lunch, locals flock for one menu item in particular: grilled pound cake This family recipe is made with care and includes buttering each slice before toasting it on the griddle…

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