We passed Nickel's Diner many times on our way to IGA but never ate there. Didn't know what to think of it.
We finally did and it was less than average in our opinion.
Two plates, tacos dorados and the other one I can't really remember it was so unimpressive. From the picture it was some kind of carne asada with cole slaw.
My tacos dorados were just good. Nothing beyond that. The flavors just made the grade....barely. The shell had more flavor than what was inside the taco. The refried beans were almost a bit on the watery side. There is creamy and then there is way too creamy where it was falling thru the spaces in between on my fork. It felt like I was trying to eat a soup with a fork when I tried the refried beans. The sauce on the side (pico I guess) was making a brave attempt at something. Something was overpowering the pico and I think it was the big chunks of that green chili you can see. It wasn't bad but it was hardly good.
The other dish...again, can't remember it was so uneventful as a dish. At least the tacos had some kind of presentation to it. This other dish didn't. The meat (carne asada) did have some flavor but was more on the hard and chewy side. I hate to say but the cole slaw tasted old or rancid. I was hoping the curly fries would at least save the meal but they were just too soft. They reminded me of a soggy cereal. Between the ultra creamy almost soupy refried beans, old tasting cole slaw and soggy curly fries this review is just a one star review. I was really hoping the food was more in line with the old school diner atmosphere.
I've tried other restaurants in Rio Rico before I stated making reviews and so far it all disappoints. Sorry Rio Rico but that is only my opinion. Nothing more but I am entitled to it. There seems to be no real competitive spirit where eateries try harder than the other place to present a tasty flavorful meal. Or perhaps they have to many items on the menu instead of focusing on a few and making them exceptional...I don't know. I get the feeling they just settled for "ok" in that town. There are two new eateries that I haven't seen before but I'm scared to try them. Maybe if I gather the proper intestinal fortitude after slamming some liquid courage I'll go and try them.
Needless to say, we're not going back. The pictures of their breakfast look good but if you can't get something as simple as curly fries right then I probably shouldn't have high hopes for the breakfast either
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Elenes Miranda
First time trying this spot, didn't disappoint, very good food, got waffles egg hashbrown strawberry milkshake coffee very tasty, hablan español excellent ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
bill aldridge
Wow! Great place!! It did not disappoint
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gravy
Candy Snider
1st time. It's a hit! GO!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kanemadness 4u
First time being there, and it was great! Food was delicious, great customer service. Definitely a place to eat!
Servers are very playful and friendly in this fun, retro-style diner. The food is a great price and is delicious to boot! Will bop by whenever my job sends me down this way!
Kid-friendliness: Fun themeing with friendly staff
Wheelchair accessibility: Ease of entry and booth seating allows wheelchair to be at the end with no issues of blocking walkways
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Machaca, Soup, Great Prices
Jeff Wilson
Rode all the way from Tucson to finally arrive and find out the owner went on a fishing vacation. No notice on the web site. Will have to try again.
jessica morales
Looking for an old school diner. Well this is the place. Apart from the friendly staff the food is great and the service is also. They offer an ample menu with a variety of tasty dishes. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Seafood Soup, Hamburger N Fries, Single Cheeseburger with Fries, Pancakes, Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs, Machaca, Chilaquiles Con Huevos Huevos Rancheros
Our family goes to Nichols on a regular basis always have great food, exceptional service. The staff is awesome. Nic is a character! We laugh and joke around as much as we eat! ❤❤
Dietary restrictions: Just let the staff know your issue and they'll get it done.
Kid-friendliness: These guys are all about family enjoyment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Seafood Soup, English Muffin, Single Cheeseburger with Fries, Sausage, Gravy, Pancakes, Corned Beef Hash Eggs Hash Browns, Side of Corn Beef Hash, Burger and Onion Rings, Soup
KC Dwyer
Friendly staff. Good food. It's definitely worth a visit. The owners made the rounds stopping at every table. They seemed to know most of the people. An added bonus, they serve mimosas
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sue
First visit to Nickel's Diner. I was impressed at the number of people there for lunch. I had a hamburger that was packed with all the special things that make a good hamburger. Waitstaff was thorough and attentive. Thank you Nickel's Diner!
I like this place
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
We passed Nickel's Diner many times on our way to IGA but never ate there. Didn't know what to think of it.
We finally did and it was less than average in our opinion.
Two plates, tacos dorados and the other one I can't really remember it was so unimpressive. From the picture it was some kind of carne asada with cole slaw.
My tacos dorados were just good. Nothing beyond that. The flavors just made the grade....barely. The shell had more flavor than what was inside the taco. The refried beans were almost a bit on the watery side. There is creamy and then there is way too creamy where it was falling thru the spaces in between on my fork. It felt like I was trying to eat a soup with a fork when I tried the refried beans. The sauce on the side (pico I guess) was making a brave attempt at something. Something was overpowering the pico and I think it was the big chunks of that green chili you can see. It wasn't bad but it was hardly good.
The other dish...again, can't remember it was so uneventful as a dish. At least the tacos had some kind of presentation to it. This other dish didn't. The meat (carne asada) did have some flavor but was more on the hard and chewy side. I hate to say but the cole slaw tasted old or rancid. I was hoping the curly fries would at least save the meal but they were just too soft. They reminded me of a soggy cereal. Between the ultra creamy almost soupy refried beans, old tasting cole slaw and soggy curly fries this review is just a one star review. I was really hoping the food was more in line with the old school diner atmosphere.
I've tried other restaurants in Rio Rico before I stated making reviews and so far it all disappoints. Sorry Rio Rico but that is only my opinion. Nothing more but I am entitled to it. There seems to be no real competitive spirit where eateries try harder than the other place to present a tasty flavorful meal. Or perhaps they have to many items on the menu instead of focusing on a few and making them exceptional...I don't know. I get the feeling they just settled for "ok" in that town. There are two new eateries that I haven't seen before but I'm scared to try them. Maybe if I gather the proper intestinal fortitude after slamming some liquid courage I'll go and try them.
Needless to say, we're not going back. The pictures of their breakfast look good but if you can't get something as simple as curly fries right then I probably shouldn't have high hopes for the breakfast either
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
First time trying this spot, didn't disappoint, very good food, got waffles egg hashbrown strawberry milkshake coffee very tasty, hablan español excellent ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! Great place!! It did not disappoint
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gravy
1st time. It's a hit! GO!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time being there, and it was great! Food was delicious, great customer service. Definitely a place to eat!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes
Very good food, excelent service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Toast, Pancakes
Servers are very playful and friendly in this fun, retro-style diner. The food is a great price and is delicious to boot! Will bop by whenever my job sends me down this way!
Kid-friendliness: Fun themeing with friendly staff
Wheelchair accessibility: Ease of entry and booth seating allows wheelchair to be at the end with no issues of blocking walkways
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Machaca, Soup, Great Prices
Rode all the way from Tucson to finally arrive and find out the owner went on a fishing vacation. No notice on the web site. Will have to try again.
Looking for an old school diner. Well this is the place. Apart from the friendly staff the food is great and the service is also. They offer an ample menu with a variety of tasty dishes.
Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Seafood Soup, Hamburger N Fries, Single Cheeseburger with Fries, Pancakes, Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs, Machaca, Chilaquiles Con Huevos Huevos Rancheros
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is top tier ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pancakes
Our family goes to Nichols on a regular basis always have great food, exceptional service. The staff is awesome. Nic is a character! We laugh and joke around as much as we eat! ❤❤
Dietary restrictions: Just let the staff know your issue and they'll get it done.
Kid-friendliness: These guys are all about family enjoyment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll, Seafood Soup, English Muffin, Single Cheeseburger with Fries, Sausage, Gravy, Pancakes, Corned Beef Hash Eggs Hash Browns, Side of Corn Beef Hash, Burger and Onion Rings, Soup
Friendly staff. Good food. It's definitely worth a visit. The owners made the rounds stopping at every table. They seemed to know most of the people. An added bonus, they serve mimosas
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First visit to Nickel's Diner. I was impressed at the number of people there for lunch. I had a hamburger that was packed with all the special things that make a good hamburger. Waitstaff was thorough and attentive. Thank you Nickel's Diner!
My favorite place in Rio Rico.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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