Date: August 5, 2008
Time: Approx 7pm EST
I love Silver Diner. Or, perhaps I should say, I loved Silver Diner. They had the best veggie burger bites ever – granted they are made with what I think are the Morning Star sausage patties and barbecue sauce, they are still better than my homemade ones… Much better actually.
When we went after work on Tuesday, August 5th, we were all really looking forward to our regular veggie burger bites. Even the two non-vegetarians with us were wanting to get it – we always do because they are so good. To our complete dismay, they told us that they no longer served it! Our jaws dropped. Now, they had a veggie black bean burger that replaced it – but they were out of that.*
We ended up getting different things – veggie griddle and eggs benedict (without meat). I was tempted to go eat somewhere else but stayed because we wanted to support MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association). They had a fundraiser that day.
Anyway, the food we got was pretty good but not comparable to the veggie burger bites. I do have to say that Silver Diner (at least in Newport News) has great service. The servers are very friendly and do what they can to make you happy. When you order one milkshake and say you want to share, they’ll bring out two with whipped cream and a cherry on each! It’s awesome! Granted, if you don’t share, you still get your regular shake and a tin can on the side with the leftovers. It’s like getting two for the price of one!
Despite my recent letdown, I would like to say that Silver Diner is a fine place to dine with many vegetarian options – chili, griddles, omlets, and other breakfast items. They have great desserts and excellent staff! Their prices are also reasonable.
*Note: After trying the spicy black bean burger on another visit, it was EXCELLENT! One of the best veggie burgers I have tried anywhere (in recent memory).
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