Mary’s Kitchen is the definition of Southern comfort—a classic, down-home country diner that feels like stepping into a bygone era. Locally-owned and operated, this gem carries the kind of charm and authenticity that’s hard to come by these days. From the moment you walk through the door, the smell of sizzling bacon and fresh coffee greets you like an old friend.
Hashbrowns were crisp, golden, and cooked to perfection. Bacon was perfectly cooked to order and the country ham was salty and delicious! It’s clear the folks at Mary’s take pride in sourcing quality ingredients, and it shows in every bite.
The service at Mary’s Kitchen is just as warm as the food. We were greeted and helped by three generations -- mother, daughter and grandmother -- who all treated us like family even though it was our first visit.
If there’s one critique, it’s that you might leave wishing you had room for more—everything on the menu looks tempting, and the portions are generous enough to satisfy even the heartiest appetite.
In a world of fast food chains and trendy cafes, Mary’s Kitchen stands out as a beacon of tradition, quality, and community. We definitely can't wait to visit again.
Tim Fox
Just great breakfast food from old school style restaurant that has been there for years.Felt like family as Mary came to our table and and talked with us .Definitely will be back !
Jordan Metcalf
Wonderful breakfast
Buck Houck
Great food at a cheap price
Brian Mize
Miss Mary and her family are wonderful , food is great and you are treated like family , there aren't many places like this left.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stacey Rorie
Nice out of the way place, basic southern breakfast. Very country and quaint. Great price, freindly staff. Good coffee.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: 2 over Medium Bacon Well-Done Hashbrowns, Biscuits and Gravy
Bopeep Stacey
Best breakfast in watauga county come out and support this awesome breakfast place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
D10s
Great little restaurant for breakfast. We were warmly welcomed and felt comfortable from the first minute.The charm of the restaurant is unique and the food is delicious.The pancakes are first class, the biscuits are wonderful, and the filter coffee is also good.I would come back any time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Willett
Great little out of the way place. Welcomed as soon as we arrived. Super friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Crimson Viper
This is a family-owned and operated diner that reminded me of some I grew up eating at. No frills nor trendy decor, just old-fashioned (meant positiviely) service and traditional food for a good price. Great pancakes, decent sausage patties, really good grits, and the scrambled eggs were just right. The service was attentive and very polite. It appears they may be closing shop soon which is a shame. It seems like corporate, franchised restaurants continue to expand whereas gems like this fade away. Eat here while you still can - highly recommended!
Mary’s Kitchen is the definition of Southern comfort—a classic, down-home country diner that feels like stepping into a bygone era. Locally-owned and operated, this gem carries the kind of charm and authenticity that’s hard to come by these days. From the moment you walk through the door, the smell of sizzling bacon and fresh coffee greets you like an old friend.
Hashbrowns were crisp, golden, and cooked to perfection. Bacon was perfectly cooked to order and the country ham was salty and delicious! It’s clear the folks at Mary’s take pride in sourcing quality ingredients, and it shows in every bite.
The service at Mary’s Kitchen is just as warm as the food. We were greeted and helped by three generations -- mother, daughter and grandmother -- who all treated us like family even though it was our first visit.
If there’s one critique, it’s that you might leave wishing you had room for more—everything on the menu looks tempting, and the portions are generous enough to satisfy even the heartiest appetite.
In a world of fast food chains and trendy cafes, Mary’s Kitchen stands out as a beacon of tradition, quality, and community. We definitely can't wait to visit again.
Just great breakfast food from old school style restaurant that has been there for years.Felt like family as Mary came to our table and and talked with us .Definitely will be back !
Wonderful breakfast
Great food at a cheap price
Miss Mary and her family are wonderful , food is great and you are treated like family , there aren't many places like this left.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice out of the way place, basic southern breakfast. Very country and quaint. Great price, freindly staff. Good coffee.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: 2 over Medium Bacon Well-Done Hashbrowns, Biscuits and Gravy
Best breakfast in watauga county come out and support this awesome breakfast place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great little restaurant for breakfast. We were warmly welcomed and felt comfortable from the first minute.The charm of the restaurant is unique and the food is delicious.The pancakes are first class, the biscuits are wonderful, and the filter coffee is also good.I would come back any time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great little out of the way place. Welcomed as soon as we arrived. Super friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
This is a family-owned and operated diner that reminded me of some I grew up eating at. No frills nor trendy decor, just old-fashioned (meant positiviely) service and traditional food for a good price. Great pancakes, decent sausage patties, really good grits, and the scrambled eggs were just right. The service was attentive and very polite. It appears they may be closing shop soon which is a shame. It seems like corporate, franchised restaurants continue to expand whereas gems like this fade away. Eat here while you still can - highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Country Ham, Grits, Sausage
Restaurantji Recommends
Great breakfast for the price, small mom and pop. Only open for
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Grits, Hash Browns, Biscuits and Gravy
GREAT!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best breakfast in boone by
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Accommodated our large group and took very good care of us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: One ESS with Grits and Country Ham
Very kind people and big portions very good prices
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Country Ham, Hash Browns
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