Rachel's Whistle Stop Cafe

Lou Hall

2024-05

My experience at Rachel's Whistle Stop was delightful. The restaurant features a charming train theme, with pictures and toy trains adorning the dining room. While I do love trains and wished they were running, my main focus was on the food.Upon being seated, I was promptly greeted by Emily, who handed me a menu with a warm smile and detailed the specials of the day (Catfish, Shrimp, Trout, and Flounder Combination). Unfortunately, due to time constraints for my lunch, I opted for a burger and fries. The extensive menu highlighted that all dishes are prepared fresh and cooked to order, ensuring a high-quality dining experience without any fast food shortcuts.Observing the families dining around me, it was evident that Rachel's Whistle Stop is a popular choice for a nice meal out. The Arnold Palmer drink I ordered, a mixture of iced tea and lemonade, was perfectly balanced, and Emily even knew how to prepare it without hesitation. The tea was freshly made and not a leftover from the day before, a detail that tea enthusiasts like myself appreciate.Despite the restaurant being almost full, the ambiance was pleasant with only the sound of silverware clinking against plates and occasionally the happy chatter of families. Even the occasional cry of a child did not detract from the overall experience.In addition to dining in, Rachel's Whistle Stop also offers takeout orders for those on the go, although I would recommend taking the time to sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. One aspect that stood out was the genuine interest shown by the staff: after paying the bill, they inquired about my experience and welcomed me back, a personal touch often missing in other establishments that rush patrons out the door.Overall, my visit to Rachel's Whistle Stop was a pleasurable one, and I would gladly return for another meal in the future.

Aaron “Spike” Bender

2024-04

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Ronda Phillips

2023-05

Invited by a friend from the area that's a regular. We were traveling for a lunch visit and we weren't familiar with the area. Nice size restaurant that makes their dishes from scratch. Good portions and very attentive service without being intrusive. Our friend ordered the meatloaf dinner and took half of it home with her because the portions were huge! I would go back - everything looked good coming from the kitchen, and they make their own desserts, too! I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!

Frank Cleveland

2023-10

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Andrew Isom

2023-10

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Robert Smothers

2024-04

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Spring Sauls

2021-05

Great home style food and friendly service. My family and I visit every time we are in Norlina.

Sharon

2024-03

Mostly canned vegetables and pre-prepared entrees. Haven't been back since.Vegetarian options: You may select vegetables as a meal by ordering side dishes. Not many fresh vegetables are offered as side dishes.Dietary restrictions: Good luck!Parking: Shares street parking with the rest of the businesses on short street with other restaurants and public offices.Wheelchair accessibility: Only two spaces as I recall, and both were occupied.

Jesse Taber

2023-05

Great locally owned and operated diner and cafe. We love the weekly specials they offer, our favorite is Tuesdays for the Fried Chicken. Plenty of seating, family-friendly, and offer both lunch and dinner services. We always look forward to our next visit in!

Lee Bodenhamer

2023-08

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percilla west

2023-05

My first time out. Took my order to go. It was ok...my hot dog was cold...my daughter said her cheeseburger was good. I also ordered the special today which was fried chicken. The special came with two vegetables. This seems to be a great spot in Norlina. The place was busy and the customers looked happy

Steve Johnson

2023-11

Our first time here.Wait staff was fast, attentive, and friendly, what more could one ask.A good selection on the menu, and very reasonable pricing.The atmosphere was good and everything was clean looking.We'll be back again !

Jesse Spiker

2022-05

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Donald DeBerardinis

2023-05

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Janice Brantley Harrell

2022-05

This place is great, one of the best privately owned restaurants in the small town of Norlina NC. I compare it to Grandma's down home cooking. It is clean, the employees are great and they actually take time to talk to the customers, from the cook, management, hostess and all waitresses. You have got to try Rachel's Whistle Stop Cafe if you are in Norlina or even in Warren County. It is worth looking up.

Lisa H

2020-05

Amazing Food! Great place to enjoy tasty home cooked meals,sides,and deserts! Owner /Manager seems very committed to ensure superb customer service , great food, and allowing a great experience for all! Strongly recommend this restuarant!

Nicole Behrens

2023-05

The food was out of this world and it reminded me of my grandmas cooking. The staff is all sweet and kind. This place is on my absolute must revisit.

Chonnie Edwards

2018-05

Great place to eat & very friendly staff.

Itsme,Leslie Crum

2022-05

We all got different fish meals & all 3 were delicious! Very lightly breaded. Large salads & a great selection of choices!

Rebekah Mills

2019-05

Found this little gem today while working in the area. Food was great, waitress was so sweet, lovely lady who rang up my bill was wonderful too! Even the other customers were nice! Cannot wait to come back. P.S. Try the Fried Green Tomatos 😊

Molly Hayes

2023-05

Great food and friendly staff. Love going here

anita whaley

2024-03

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Dreama Blanks

2022-05

The cheeseburgers and fries were delicious. A few days prior I ordered 2 fried chicken plates to go. They were really good too.

jane brown

2021-05

Wonderful place! The menu has anything and everything you want. We try something new each time we eat here and have never been disappointed. Thank you!

Annie Martin

2020-05

The Whistle Stop Cafe is a special place to eat. They have a good variety of selections to choose from as well as daily specials. They also feature wonderful desserts and recently added ice cream to the menu! Friendly staff and a lovely young owner.

Etta Alston-Burgess

2022-05

The food and the service was outstanding. Looking forward to going back soon.

Brantley

2016-05

This is a simple, small town, country restaurant. Very good food. Very nice people. Does not take credit. But worth it. Been going here for years. Still love it every time.

Sandra Carpenter

2023-05

Food was delicious as usual. Service great and everyone very friendlly!Kid-friendliness: Very sweet to the 4 year old in our party. Even gave him a little train to play with!

Michael McCray

2023-05

Good food and excellent service. Very nice employees.

Law Dog

2014-05

Food is great but...No credit card option seems questionable. Warning of not accepting cards would help. Only reason to not take them would be to cheat on taxes. Service is excellent and the selection is reasonable. A new special everyday is nice. The prices however are a bit high. If you spend more then a dollar on ice tea, you are being ripped off. I think its 1.50-1.75 for a small. Portions are mostly small but the ambiance and decor works. Personally I would drive the extra miles to Warrenton and eat at the local house. To be fair though I am still not happy with having to walk to Southern bank and pay the atm fee just to pay for my meal. I don't carry cash and I won't be back.